MANSFIELD — The Native Yard Project, a collaboration between Green Patch Garden (a local organic greenhouse) and The North Central Ohio Land Conservancy, is offering a “Cash for Grass” program to help cover the expense of converting portions of lawn to native plant habitat. The Native Yard Projects mission is to educate, advocate and support […]
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Francis Shipley
Francis C. Shipley, “Frank,” left this world on January 19, 2024. He died from heart failure. He remained stubborn and funny until the end, and went out a winner, beating his granddaughter and friends in the day’s Wordle. Frank was preceded in death by parents George and Christine Shipley and wife Deloris. Frank leaves behind […]
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Student interns wanted in Morrow County
MOUNT GILEAD — Morrow County employers are helping prepare Morrow County high school students in grades 9-12 for their future careers by offering paid internships. The internships are coordinated through Marion Goodwill as part of the Ready for Hire Program, a grant-funded initiative facilitated by the Mid-Ohio ESC. This program was devised in partnership with […]
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Lions International Director will speak Feb. 5 at 81st Raccoon Dinner
DANVILLE — The 2024 Danville Lions Club Raccoon Dinner will take place on Monday, Feb. 5 at the St. Luke’s Community Center, located immediately behind the Danville St. Luke’s Catholic Church. The meal will be served from 4:30 until 7 p.m. on a first-come, first-served basis. At 6 p.m., the Devil Land Jazz Band will […]
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Expressions Against Violence initiative set for Feb.
MANSFIELD — The Domestic Violence Shelter has announced the launch of “Expressions Against Violence.” Expressions Against Violence is an initiative aimed at creating space for teens to address dating violence through their own passion and creativity. The initiative will take place in February, which is nationally recognized as Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. “Our goal […]
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Anna Belle Hanners
Anna B. Hanners, 94, previously of Bellville, passed away Thursday, January 18, 2024. Anna was born October 29, 1929, in Olive Hill, Kentucky, to James T. and Bertha J.(Madden)Horsley. Anna married David L. Hanners in 1950 and moved to Mansfield from Southern Ohio prior to settling in Bellville. She was preceded in death by her […]
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Ready-for-Hire program connects Richland County students with hands-on internship experience
MANSFIELD – Richland County students are gaining essential work experience through hands-on internships at local businesses throughout Richland County. The paid internships are provided as part of the Ready-for-Hire Program, a grant-funded initiative facilitated by the Mid-Ohio ESC. This program was devised in partnership with SPARC Council and the Mid-Ohio ESC Business Advisory Council. These […]
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Galion concert Jan. 28 to benefit MOMS
GALION — As part of the music ministry of the First United Church of Christ in Galion, a jazz concert benefiting MOMS (Mothers of Military Servicemen and women) will take place Sunday, Jan. 28 at 6 p.m. in the sanctuary of the church at 248 Harding Way West in Galion. The concert will feature the […]
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Letter to the Editor: In favor of cannabis dispensary in Bellville
Dear Mayor/ People of Bellville I trust this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to you as a concerned veteran and advocate of the truth besides lies, expressing my support for the establishment of a cannabis dispensary within your village. I believe that such a facility can bring about […]
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Music Academy of Karate and Empowerment announces January test results
SHELBY — Luke Medley was selected “Student of the Month” after the Music Academy of Karate and Empowerment conducted its January tests recently. Medley was selected for demonstrating perseverance, integrity, indomitable spirit, courtesy and self control, according to Sensei Reneta Music. The academy also announced the following promotions: Gray Foster — green belt Liam Foster […]