JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP — Rule Road, between Alexander Road and Rhinehart Road in Jefferson Township, will be closed starting Monday, March 20, and will remain closed for five days, weather permitting. The closure will allow for a bridge repair.
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Dorcas Castera
Dorcas I. Castera , 93, of Ashland passed away Wednesday, March 15, 2017 at Brethren Care Village. Dorcas was born on September 13, 1923 in Mansfield, Ohio, to the late Samuel and Pearl (Heimburger) Bertsch. Dorcas was a loving mother, beloved grandmother and wife. She was kind hearted and always wanted to help others. She […]
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Janice Miller
Janice L. Miller, 70, of Crestline, died Thursday, March 16, 2017 at her home after a long illness. Jan was born in Cleveland on November 19, 1946. She was the daughter of Vernon Warren of Crestline and the late Gloria (Chapman) Warren. She married Richard E. “Rick” Miller on July 2, 1965 and he survives […]
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Galion High Symphonic Band advances to state contest
GALION, Ohio – The Galion High School performing arts department continued a strong tradition again this school year. For the fifth consecutive year, the Galion Symphonic Band will compete in the Ohio Music Education Association (OMEA) State Large Group Adjudicated competition at Findlay High School April 21 and 22. The band, comprised of 40 members, […]
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Grace Street to close for electric pole repairs
MANSFIELD — Due to electric pole repairs it is necessary to close sections of the following road while work is being completed. Grace Street from Vonhoff Blvd. to 9th Avenue The road has been closed and is expected to be re-opened by the end of the workday Friday, March 17 barring any unforeseen problems. Construction […]
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Mansfield Christian wins spot in Ohio Academic Challenge Competition
MANSFIELD — High school and junior varsity teams recently participated in the Winter High School Academic Challenge Tournaments sponsored by and held at the Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center. Schools participating included Ashland, Bucyrus, Colonel Crawford, Crestview, Galion, Highland, Hillsdale, Lexington, Madison, Mansfield Christian, Mansfield City, Mapleton, Mt. Vernon, Ontario, Plymouth-Shiloh, Shelby, St. Peter’s and Tiffin. […]
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Marsena R. Brooks
Marsena R. Brooks, 92, of Galion, passed away Tuesday, March 14, 2017 at Galion Hospital. Born May 1, 1924 in Galion, she was the daughter of Dr. Owen Roy and Virgle M. (Secrest) Kackley. She married Leo D. Brooks on July 18, 1945 and he preceded her on August 24, 2001. Marsena was a graduate […]
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Jakob Baumann
Jakob Baumann, 93, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, March 14, 2017, at Lexington Court Care Center, Lexington, Ohio, following a short illness. He was born on June 16, 1923 in Mamarak, Yugoslavia, to Johann and Teresa (Harich) Baumann. Jakob grew up, received his education and served a three-year woodworking apprenticeship in Yugoslavia. Subsequently, he went […]
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Taylor Rd. composting opens April 21
GALION — Due to concerns of inclement weather the City of Galion WILL NOT open the Taylor Road composting facility on March 17 and 18 as planned. The city apologize for any inconvenience. The first time the facility will open this year is April 21 and 22. The full 2017 schedule is below. April 21 […]
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Mansfield Easter Egg Hunt set for April 15
MANSFIELD — Mayor Tim Theaker is pleased to announce the City of Mansfield Parks Department will be hosting its annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday April 15, from noon to 2 p.m. The Easter Egg Hunt will be held at South Park at 100 Brinkerhoff Ave. with various entertaining activities. We will have prize giveaways, […]