MOUNT GILEAD — Two people suffered life-threatening injuries after a Monday morning crash on I-71, according to the Mount Gilead Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. The incident occurred at mile post 155 in Morrow County. According to the Trooper’s report, a 2000 Honda Accord was disabled and stationary in the right lane when […]
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Emergency shelter opens in Mansfield tonight due to extreme cold
MANSFIELD — As temperatures head below zero Sunday night, the Richland County Emergency Management Agency has announced an emergency shelter for local residents in need. This warming shelter opened at 6 p.m. at the Community Service building, 39 N. Park St., home of the Mansfield office of the American Red Cross. It will remain open […]
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Windchill advisory? What does that mean?
So what does a windchill advisory mean? Other than than the fact it’s going to be really cold today and tonight across north central Ohio. The National Weather Service explains: The combination of wind and low temperature in winter can be deadly. The wind chill index helps you determine when dangerous conditions develop that could […]
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ODOT deploys 1,600 plow trucks & 3,000 drivers to clear roads
COLUMBUS – Around 1,600 snow plow trucks and 3,000 drivers are ready to do battle with Mother Nature in Ohio this weekend. A major winter storm is threatening to drop nearly snow, ice, and rain on the state. “The men and women of ODOT are the standard of excellence when it comes to dealing with […]
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ODOT offers snow & ice update
COLUMBUS — District 3 is working to ensure that Ohioans keep moving safely, even when snow and ice blankets our state, according to a press release from the Ohio Department of Transportation. A winter storm warning is in effect from midnight Friday night to 10 a.m. Sunday. Heavy snow is expected with the heaviest snowfall […]
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Juvenile Court Judge Ron Spon announces retirement
MANSFIELD — Richland County Juvenile Court Judge Ron Spon announced his retirement on Friday. Spon served more than 25 years from the bench. His final day will be March 31. He made the following resignation letter public late Friday afternoon: “After more than 26 years of judicial service to the citizens of Richland County, first […]
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Greater than the sum of its parts: The evolution of a telethon and community organization
What does it take to pull off an all day Telethon full of live entertainment, rows of vendors, prizes,boisterous hosts and public guests? How do you encourage scores of people to donate their energy, talent, food and sponsorship to the tune of two million dollars over the course of 28 years? First, you have a […]
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MOESC recognizes governing board members
MANSFIELD — The Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center recognized its seven board members at the January Board Meeting with Interim Superintendent Ed Swartz presenting board members with an OSBA certificate. He also thanked them for their continued efforts in supporting Mid-Ohio ESC and the school districts and student they serve. The Ohio School Boards Association is […]
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Lexington K of C donates $600 to Reach Inc. Autism Center
LEXINGTON — The Lexington Knights of Columbus recently donated $600 to the Reach Inc. Autism Center. The organization plans to use the money for outdoor supplies and other equipment. “We would like to thank the Knights of Columbus/Lexington for the donation,” said Intervention Specialist Robert Neumann. “The students and staff are overjoyed!”
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If winter storm hits, watch for emergency road announcements
If Richland County gets the expected winter storm this weekend, local residents can expect snow emergency announcements from Sheriff Steve Sheldon. Keep in mind, the sheriff of a county may declare a snow emergency and temporarily close county and township roads within his jurisdiction for the preservation of the public peace. The sheriff can also […]