ONTARIO — Soccer players and their supporters will have an enhanced experience this fall as Ontario Local Schools wraps up its first phase of athletic facility upgrades. The soccer complex features a building that previously lacked water and sewer connections, limiting restroom and concession options. Now, thanks to generous donations from the community, including $160,000 […]
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Larry Izer
Larry E. “Luke” Izer Age 86, of East Sparta, passed away Sat., August 17, 2024. He was born March 21, 1938 in Bellville, OH, a son of the late Oren and Miriam (Snyder) Izer, and had been an East Sparta resident over 40 years. He was a 1956 graduate of Bellville High School. While in […]
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Mary Lou Philbrick
Mary Lou Philbrick, age 91, lifelong resident of New Washington, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at her home. She was born on April 12, 1933 in New Washington to the late George and Estella (Tribolet) Peck. A Buckeye Central High School graduate, Mary Lou was a very dedicated alumna of the school. […]
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3 charged in Pitbull attack of 6-year-old boy in Savannah
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was authored by Dillon Carr at Ashland Source. SAVANNAH — Three people have been charged for their involvement in a dog attack that seriously injured a 6-year-old boy last weekend in the village of Savannah. Police and medical personnel responded to the incident on Aug. 17, following a harrowing 911 call […]
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Discovery School adds new STEM Program
MANSFIELD — Discovery School has added a new program and position for the 2024-25 school year. The school is adding a STEM program and teacher after receiving a grant from the State of Ohio for just over $65,000. “As an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, hands-on learning with a focus on inquiry in real-world contexts is […]
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Mansfield-area leaders gather for Spread the Light kickoff
MANSFIELD — Leaders from numerous local civic groups came together for a Spread the Light kickoff on Sunday, Aug. 19 at Graham Auto Mall, 1515 W. Fourth St. in Mansfield. We ACT (co – founders Angel Singleton, Tim Holt and Brigitte Coles), Community Activist Doc Stumbo, and the Mansfield City School District Peace on My […]
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Sandra Thomas
Sandra “Sandy” Kay Thomas, 72, of Findlay, passed away on Sunday, August 11, 2024 at the Judson Palmer Home, Findlay. She was born September 12, 1951, in Mansfield, Ohio, to the late Orville P. and Clara E. (Filik) Eaton. She is survived by her daughter, Lee Ann (Dan) Thomas-Lepley, of Findlay, brother, Ron Eaton, of […]
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Madison Twp. hires Weirich as Road Supt.
MADISON TOWNSHIP — Madison Township has hired Larry Weirich as its new Road Superintendent, according to a Tuesday morning press release from the Board of Trustees. Weirich will begin his job on Sept. 7. He was previously the village administrator in Bellville. “With Madison Township’s 70 miles of road, Mr. Weirich brings extensive road experience […]
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Bucyrus Public Library chosen as Children’s Book Council favorites participating location
BUCYRUS — The Bucyrus Public Library has been chosen as one of just 74 schools, school libraries, public libraries and bookstores in the United States to be an official Children’s Book Council Reading location for this fall, marking the second year in a row Bucyrus Public Library was chosen. The Children’s, Young Adult, Teacher, and Librarian […]
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Bratwurst Festival Art Show honors local talent
BUCYRUS — The annual Bratwurst Festival Art Show in City Hall, hosted by the Crawford County Art Center, had 77 submissions. Area artists displayed their creativity with mediums including sculpture, charcoal, painting, dried gourd, photography, crochet, and more. Visitors were able to cast their votes for the People’s Choice Award on Thursday and Friday after enjoying the […]