Colobus Monkey Cownosed Stingray pups Feathertail Glider Joeys Cownosed stingray pups Feathertail Glider Joeys This Colobus baby boy is new to the Columbus Zoo.
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New adorable faces emerge this spring at Columbus Zoo & Aquarium
POWELL, Ohio – Spring’s arrival with warmer days is exciting at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium as guests will find some new additions representing a few of the international species cared for at the Zoo. “We love seeing these healthy spring arrivals, and with each birth we celebrate the amazing diversity of wildlife from around […]
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State Rep. John supports plan of demolition/remediation for Westinghouse building & property
COLUMBUS – State Representative Marilyn John (R-Richland County) said she was thrilled to lend her support to a $4 million grant that will be awarded to help with the demolition and remediation of Westinghouse building “A” and its 14-acre property in downtown Mansfield. This funding was made available by the Ohio State Operating Budget, which […]
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Winners unveiled in Richland County 4-H speaking contest
MANSFIELD — The Richland County 4-H program had its spring public speaking contest at the Richland County Longview Center on Tuesday, April 26. Extension Educator Dr. Judy Villard Overocker welcomed youth participants, parents and 4-H volunteers to the event. “Each division of this public speaking contest focuses on refining public speaking skills for the 4-H […]
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McGowan Courage Award: Lexington High School’s Grace Sarbach
Editor’s NoteThe McGowan Courage award, presented by the Mansfield Rotary Club, honors local high school students who have faced life experiences of adversity and hardship with extraordinary courage, tenacity and fortitude. This series will highlight eight of the 2022 McGowan Courage Award recipients. Grace Sarbach’s story was submitted by Lexington High School. Grace Sarbach fills her days with […]
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12th annual Kingwood 5K run & walk set for June 11
MANSFIELD — The annual Kingwood 5K Run and Walk will take place on Saturday, June 11 with the race start scheduled for 9 a.m. The chip-timed 5K is held on the second Saturday in June, a long-standing tradition. The Kingwood 5K is a favorite community event that provides vital support for the exquisite garden estate. […]
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Ontario announces 2022 Prom Court
ONTARIO — Ontario High School has announced the 2022 Prom Court. The court was selected by teachers and students for kindness, leadership, and involvement. Court members include Macy Mangan, Emma Drexel, Jasylyn Ly, Ava Ruhe, Tiffany Whittaker, Priya Das, Chloe Hollar, Chasity Mies, Brooklyn Blaising, Alexus Barry, Gage Johnson, Joshuah Young, Nathan Slater, Alexander Rathburn, […]
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Mansfield to celebrate Arbor Day designation with April 29 event
MANSFIELD – Mayor Tim Theaker has announced the National Arbor Day Foundation has named the City of Mansfield a “Tree City USA” for the 27th consecutive year. To receive this award, a community and its Shade Tree Commission must demonstrate a commitment to implementing a sound urban forestry policy. The City of Mansfield Shade Tree […]
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GALLERY: Shooting scene Wednesday morning on Stewart Avenue in Mansfield
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Gorman-Rupp announces agreement to acquire Fill-Rite for $525 million
MANSFIELD — The Gorman-Rupp Company (NYSE: GRC) announced Wednesday morning it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the assets of Fill-Rite and Sotera (“Fill-Rite”), a division of the Tuthill Corporation, for $525 million, according to a press release. When adjusted for approximately $80 million in expected tax benefits, the net transaction value is approximately […]