MANSFIELD — It’s not the typical fair with the big crowds and the loud attractions, but local youngsters are still finding a way to shine. The local 4-H participants were allowed to strut their stuff with their animals and their various skills before judges this summer. Today we review the latest batch of winners, as […]
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No injuries reported from small plane crash in Richland County
MANSFIELD — No injuries were reported Thursday evening during a small plane crash in Richland County, according to the Mansfield Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. A 1977 Piper Lycoming, fixed-wing single-engine aircraft lost power at 7:58 p.m., piloted by Christopher Lyons, 36, of Coolville. Troopers said Lyons was able to maneuver the plan […]
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Richland County Democratic Party honors two members
MANSFIELD — The Richland County Democratic Party on Thursday honored two local residents during a small reception at the party headquarters. Party Chairman Larry Werich presented the 2019 Democrat of the Year award to Jody Nash for her leadership of the Women’s Caucus and her involvement in supporting Democratic candidates. He presented the John J. […]
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First Lutheran Church in Shelby offering food pantries
SHELBY — The First Lutheran Church at 33 Broadway St. continues to operate its food pantries for the local community during this time of need and uncertainty. “Please feel free to come and take advantage of this service as our pantries are full and we can’t wait to see you and your family!” organizers said […]
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Portion of Millsboro Road to be closed three days next week
SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP — Millsboro Road, between Twitchell Road and Wiles Road in Springfield Township, will be closed, starting Monday, Aug. 17, and will remain closed for three days, weather permitting. The closure will allow for a culvert replacement, according to the Richland County Engineer’s Office.
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Section of Lexington-Springmill Road reduced to one lane next week
TROY TOWNSHIP — Lexington-Springmill Road, between Home Road and Cockley Road in Troy Township, will be reduced to one lane between the hours of 7 a.m. and 5 p.m, starting Monday, Aug. 17, and continuing through Thursday, Aug. 20. The lane closure will allow for pavement maintenance, according to the Richland County Engineer’s Office. Traffic […]
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Richland County Fair continues handing out ribbons to winners
MANSFIELD — The Richland County Fair is underway in an abbreviated version with mostly just the youngsters showing their animals and other 4-H competitions. The fair board provided the following results from Wednesday: Grand Champion Dairy Market Beef — Riley Fackler, Country Kids 4-H (Shelby) Reserve Champion Dairy Market Beef — Allyson Cook, Great Expectations […]
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Accountants who serve as poll workers will earn education credits
COLUMBUS – The Accountancy Board of Ohio will allow Ohio Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) to obtain required continuing public education general credits for CPAs who serve as poll workers in 2020. Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose announced the decision Thursday as the state continues to recruit new poll workers in preparation for the Nov. […]
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ODJFS reports 20,969 new initial unemployment claims
COLUMBUS — The state’s residents filed 20,969 initial unemployment claims last week, according to the Ohio Dept. of Job & Family Services, which is 253,246 fewer than the peak earlier this year when the COVID-19 pandemic began. Ohioans filed 374,751 continued jobless claims last week, which was 401,551 fewer than the peak reached earlier this […]
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LaRose sends voting guidance requirements to Ohio’s county boards of elections
COLUMBUS – In collaboration with the Centers for Disease Control and the Ohio Department of Health, Secretary of State Frank LaRose issued the Ohio Voting Safety Plan to our state’s 88 county boards of elections. The 48-point plan sets forth requirements for boards of elections, as well as recommendations for voters, for how to run […]