BUCYRUS – The Bucyrus City School District will begin using the Raptor Visitor Management System in all of its schools to strengthen campus safety programs for students and faculty. The Raptor system will allow the district to know who is in the buildings at all times. “The Raptor system will better allow us to screen […]
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Youth opera “swings” in the new year with ‘Hot Mikado’
MANSFIELD — The Renaissance Youth Opera Theatre will present two fun-filled musicals on January 26 and 27, 2019 at the Renaissance Theatre. The show will open with “Hot Mikado,” followed by Michael Thomas’ original production, “Marco Polo Jones: The Road to Shanghai”. The productions are directed by Lori Turner. “Hot Mikado” is a hilarious and […]
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Renaissance announces ‘Thespis’ and ‘Hercules’ youth auditions
MANSFIELD — Directed by Lori Turner, the Renaissance Youth Opera Theatre announces auditions for Gilbert and Sullivan’s operatic extravaganza, “Thespis,” the piece that gave the legendary duo their start, and “Hercules” composed by the Renaissance’s Artistic Director, Michael Thomas. Audition Dates are February 9 from 11:00-4:00 PM at Theatre 166 (166 Park Avenue West), and […]
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Jayaram Boraiah
Mr. Jayaram Boraiah born October 12, 1940 in Pannedoddi India passed away due to complications of Alzheimer’s on January 1, 2019. He was known to his friends and colleagues as Jay. Mr. Boraiah was the second oldest of 13 children and along with his siblings helped to build his family home in India. He attended […]
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Brett Miller joins The Holden Agency
MANSFIELD — The Holden Agency is proud to announce the addition of Brett Miller to its expanding team of real estate agents. A native of Ashland County, Brett grew up in the Hayesville and Jeromesville area where he enjoyed the small-town rural life. Brett enjoys working with and helping people and enjoys building lasting relationships. […]
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Drug, domestic violence charges among Most Wanted in north central Ohio
MANSFIELD — Four fugitives are among this week’s Most Wanted in north central Ohio, according to a list compiled by the Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force, Richland County Division: Kaela Cummings, 29 5’2” / 120 lbs / Brown Hair / Blue Eyes Wanted for a bond revocationon an aggravated possession of drugs charge. Ties […]
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Mid-Ohio ESC names Ed Swartz interim superintendent
MANSFIELD — At the Special Board Meeting on Dec. 27, 2018, the Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center Board of Governors completed a contract for Interim Superintendent Ed Swartz. Swartz will begin interim superintendent duties on Jan. 1, 2019. Linda T. Keller, current Superintendent at Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center, announced her upcoming retirement to be effective on […]
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Resolve to give blood with the Red Cross
The American Red Cross encourages people to help meet the urgent need for blood and platelets by resolving to give blood this January – National Blood Donor Month. Donating blood or platelets is a way to make a lifesaving impact in the new year for patients like Judy Janssen, who was diagnosed with end-stage autoimmune […]
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Ohio State Patrol reminds drivers to prepare for winter weather
MT. GILEAD – The Ohio State Highway Patrol reminds drivers to winterize their vehicles and follow safe driving tips in preparation for inclement weather. Winter weather can catch drivers off guard, but you can reduce the risks of being involved in a crash by making sure your vehicle is ready for the season, adopting winter […]