Ruth H. Gruber, 94 of Galion passed away Saturday morning, March 28, 2015 at Court House Manor, Washington Court House where she had resided for the past year. She was born October 9, 1920 in Marion and was the daughter of Frank and Emma (Croft) Hinaman. On August 17, 1941 she married Warren C. Gruber […]
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Michelle L. Rinehart
Michelle L. Rinehart, 30 of Mansfield passed away Friday evening, March 27, 2015 at MedCentral Hospital, Mansfield. She was born September 7, 1984 in Mt. Gilead and was the daughter of Mark A. Reynolds and Karen L. (Donnelly) Shoaf. On June 17, 2005 she married Josh Rinehart and he survives. In addition to her husband, […]
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Frederick S. Wolff
Frederick S. Wolff, 94, of Mansfield passed away March 26, 2015 at Ohio Health Med Central Mansfield Hospital. Frederick was born on March 30, 1920 in Cleveland to Adam W. and Trilby B.(Ledgett) Wolff. Frederick was a veteran of the Air Force serving his country during World War II. Frederick worked as a carpenter and […]
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Michael Robert Bocka Sr.
Michael Robert Bocka Sr., age 66, of Galion, passed away at his home on Thursday, March 26, 2015, while surrounded by his loving family. Michael was born on January 1, 1949, in Mansfield, Ohio, to the late Emil and Leora (Gasser) Bocka. He graduated from Crestview High School in 1967. Michael is survived by his […]
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Mount Vernon City Schools join OCC
The Ohio Cardinal Conference (OCC) has announced that Mount Vernon City Schools has accepted the invitation to join the Ohio Cardinal Conference beginning 2016/2017 school year. “We look forward to working with Superintendent Bill Seder, Principal Kathy Kasler and Athletic Director Mark Shively and their staff in the coming years. We are excited to have […]
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Suspect arrested; attempted to break into coin machine
MANSFIELD, Ohio–William Lambert, 28, Mansfield was arrested at 2:13 a.m. Sunday after a 911 caller reported a man, dressed in what appeared to be a hooded sweatshirt, attempting to gain entry to the coin machines at the Grace Street carwash, 976 Grace St. The 911 caller maintained phone contact with dispatch and advised that the […]
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Foundation’s new home showcases local history and local craftsmanship
Due to the generosity of an anonymous donor with a passion for historic building preservation, the Richland County Foundation has a permanent home at 181 S. Main St. The foundation staff moved into the Queen Anne Victorian brick home on Jan. 20. The renovation project began in December 2012 when the foundation received the William […]
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D-Feet Diabetes Walk/Run to benefit Diabetes Education Scholarship Fund
MANSFIELD, Ohio – OhioHealth MedCentral Hospitals presents the fourth annual D-Feet Diabetes 5K Walk/Run and 1 Mile Walk on Sunday, April 26, at 2 p.m. Race day registration will begin at 12:30 p.m. The event will be held at the track of Ontario High School, 467 Shelby Ontario Road, Mansfield. Registration is $20, and proceeds […]
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Richland County students can apply for scholarships
MANSFIELD, Ohio – The Richland County Foundation announces applications for college scholarships for the 2015-16 school year are now available at www.richlandcountyfoundation.org . All scholarships are based on financial need. Applications also can be picked up at local high school guidance offices and area college campus financial aid offices. New applicants and high school seniors […]
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The Richland County Foundation approves $1.6 million in grants
MANSFIELD, Ohio – The Richland County Foundation Board of Trustees recently approved grants totaling more than $1,606,225. The board approved two grants from unrestricted funds for: Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio to hire a Community Outreach Coordinator for Richland County. The coordinator will play a role in preventing unwanted pregnancy to those most at risk […]