James C. Huston, age 93, lifelong resident of Shiloh, Ohio passed away on Friday, June 5, 2026 at his home. He was the son of James Huston and Mary (Welsh) Huston-Cottengaim, born in Shelby, Ohio on November 12, 1932. A Shiloh High School graduate, Jim went on to serve his country by enlisting in the […]
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Cleveland Clinic to end pediatric ‘Gender-Affirming Care’ in resolution with U.S. Dept. of Justice
CLEVELAND — The Department of Justice announced Friday a resolution arising from its ongoing national investigation into violations of federal law in connection with sex-rejecting procedures on minors (often euphemistically referred to as “gender-affirming care”). The Cleveland Clinic Foundation (“Cleveland Clinic”) has entered into agreements with the Department and the Ohio Attorney General that include […]
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State Fire Marshal shares 2 easy tips to make your home safer
In recognition of Older Americans Month, the Ohio Department of Commerce Division of State Fire Marshal is emphasizing key fire safety practices that can help protect Ohio’s older adults, especially in the event of a fire. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), people aged 65 and older are twice as likely to be killed or injured by […]
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Sonya Baker
Sonya Renee Baker (Yoxtheimer), 65, went home to be with the Lord on June 2, 2026 after a short battle with cancer. Sonya was born in Mansfield, Ohio on December 14, 1960 to Richard Yoxtheimer and Janice Tyson, whom she was preceded in death by. She also was preceded in death by her sister and […]
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Former FBI agent to speak June 7 in Lexington on Cleveland mafia’s assassination of Greene, Bomb City USA
LEXINGTON — Lou Sorrenti will be hosting a presentation by former FBI agent Bob Friedrick on Sunday, June 7 on his experiences dealing with the Cleveland mafia in the 1970s. The event will begin at 6 p.m. at The Local, 97078 Ohio–97, Lexington. Contact Lou Serentini 419-884-7117, for tickets. Friederick is former FBI Agent/Supervisor of the […]
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Jon Husted: Ohio spearheads economic renaissance across the Midwest
WASHINGTON D.C. — Dear friends and neighbors, When the Senate is not in session, I enjoy being back home traveling across our state and meeting with the people who make Ohio strong. Last week, I spent time with rural health care providers, business leaders, and manufacturers who are working every day to ensure Ohio remains […]
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Mansfield Federation of Musicians Local 159 announces 2026 ‘Music in the Parks’ series
The Mansfield Federation of Musicians Local 159 has announced its 2026 “Music in the Parks” series.
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Richland County Youth Substance Use Coalition urges adults not to provide alcohol to teens as summer risk rises
The Richland County Youth Substance Use Coalition is asking adults to help prevent underage drinking by refusing to provide alcohol to minors.
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Linda Burrage
Linda Kay Burrage affectionately known as Aunt K-Kay to her nieces and nephews was not a quiet woman, nor was she meant to be. She was a force; steadfast, passionate, deeply faithful, and fiercely devoted to the people and principles she loved. To know Linda was to experience her intensity wrapped in care, her conviction […]
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Richland County Park District to dedicate new flagpole on June 14 at Gorman Nature Center
MANSFIELD — The Richland County Park District (RCPD) Board of Commissioners invites the public to the Gorman Nature Center on Sunday, June 14 at 2 p.m. for the dedication of its new flagpole. The ceremony will be held at Gorman Nature Center, located at 2295 Lexington Avenue, with remarks prior to the flag raising to […]