BELLVILLE — Clear Fork High School has announced its honor rolls for the third nine weeks. Congratulations to all students for their hard work. All A’s Seniors: Piper Black, Alyssa Burger, Mattie Colegrove, Abigail Geary, Jasmine Johnson, Nicholas Martin, Kenadee Muntain, Bryar Ousley, Bailee Riddle, Selena Ross, Faith Smith, Ashtyn Wine Juniors: Asia Bechtel, Ava Boccio, […]
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Mansfield Parks & Rec, Richland County Park District denounce recent vandalism
The City of Mansfield Parks and Recreation Dept. and the Richland County Park District issued a statement Monday condemning recent acts of vandalism.
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Letter to the Editor: Restore the process, not a promise
To the Editor, I’ve been at the front of this issue from the beginning. I serve as the business manager for IBEW Local 688, and yes, if a project were built, our members could benefit from the work. But here’s the truth: there are no solar projects coming to Richland County right now, and there […]
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Gabriella Luppino
Gabriella Gargagliano Luppino, age 85, was born on August 4, 1940, in Palermo, Italy. Orphaned at age 3, with the death of her mother, she was raised by Sisters of the order of Holy Family and educated in the Parochial School of Holy Family. Gabriella became the bride of her late husband, Paul Luppino, on […]
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The British are coming! … for America 250 event May 15 & 16 in Willard
WILLARD — Willard Middle School 8th-grade students are once again mustering into the militia for the 21st annual Revolutionary War Reenactment and Encampment. Students will bring history to life by reenacting famous events and battle scenes from the Revolutionary War, including Lexington and Concord, Bunker Hill, Valley Forge, and the surrender at Yorktown. Visitors are […]
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Letter to the Editor: Voters should research Ohio Senate Bill 52
The founding fathers understood that land ownership is the foundation of liberty. John Adams said, “property must be secure or freedom is a fantasy.” And Ohio is in a crisis. I’m writing to ask my neighbors and community to research and form their own opinion on allowing our county commissioners to make the decision to […]
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Thomas Stumbaugh
Our dearly loved family member, Thomas Lee Stumbaugh, age 66, passed away peacefully at his home in Tallahassee, Florida following an extended illness on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. Born August 3, 1959 in Valdosta, Georgia, he was the son of the late Clifford and Betty (Scott) Stumbaugh. Tom attended Madison High School in Mansfield, Ohio, […]
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Letter to the Editor: Stand up for property rights
To the editor: I have lived in Richland County for a long time, and I have watched our county commissioners make decisions that affect every one of us. On May 5th, voters have a chance to push back on one of those decisions, and I hope you will not miss out on that opportunity. Last […]
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Letter to the Editor: Support landowner’s property rights by voting ‘No’
As a Richland County resident I would like to advocate on the May 5 ballot in Richland County to support landowners’ property rights by voting NO on the referendum that would disallow the Commissioners ban on utility solar and wind in certain townships. Ohio farmers have the right to use their land as they choose, […]
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Walk for Life aims to unite community on June 6 at North Lake Park
MANSFIELD — The 2026 Walk for Life will take place on June 6, 10 a.m. at, North Lake Park, Hope Road in Mansfield, bringing together individuals, families, churches, and community organizations to peacefully and publicly affirm the value of human life at every stage. Organized by Richland Pregnancy Services, the Walk for Life is expected […]