ONTARIO – At the first city council meeting of 2018, Ontario Mayor Randy Hutchinson reflected on the city’s triumphs over the past year in his State of the City Address. “Looking back on 2017, the city of Ontario can be very proud of what was accomplished,” Hutchinson said. In 2017, Ontario saw the addition of […]
Tracy Geibel, Staff Reporter
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Local photographer looks for beauty on every street in Mansfield
MANSFIELD – Tracy Graziani doesn’t believe in excuses. After reading “The Happiness of Pursuit” by Chris Guillebeau, who has visited every country in the world, the professional photographer was inspired to set her own goal: to walk and photograph every street in Mansfield. “I think sometimes when you see stuff like that you have all […]
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Babysitter sentenced to 11 years for death of 2 year old girl
MANSFIELD – Allison Nething, 20, was sentenced to 11 years in prison Wednesday with no chance of early after she pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter last month. Judge James DeWeese sentenced Nething in connection with the death of 2-year-old Marley Milner. Additionally, Nething was ordered to pay $1,000 restitution to Marley’s grandparents Paul and Debbie Konczak […]
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Miller sworn in as Ashland’s 54th mayor
ASHLAND – Matt Miller was sworn into office as Ashland’s 54th mayor on Tuesday night at Ashland High School’s Archer Auditorium. U.S. Sen. Rob Portman swore in Miller and two newly elected city councilmen – Dennis Miller and Al Farnam – at the ceremony, which took place directly before the city council meeting. Returning council […]
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Polar Bear Dip Cold for a Cure continues tradition in freezing temperatures
MIFFLIN — Dozens of people gathered on New Year’s Day at Charles Mill Lake to participate in the 12th annual Polar Bear Dip Cold for the Cure, despite temperatures below 10 degrees. At 3 p.m., groups began taking the jump into the icy water with the Ashland Dive and Rescue team nearby to ensure their […]
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Start 2018 physically and financially fit with tips from local experts
MANSFIELD – At the turn of the new year, many likely resolved to “lose weight” or to “get out of debt,” and by February or March, many will have already given up. Year after year, often unattainable goals remain high on lists of “most popular resolutions,” so to help you keep your 2018 resolutions, we’ve […]
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IHOP to open on Tuesday, June 20
ONTARIO – After months of anticipation, Ontario residents have an answer as to when the new IHOP location will open. The restaurant chain known for its breakfast menu will open Tuesday, June 20 at 2190 Walker Lake Rd., according to franchisee owner, Alex Anthraper. “We are excited to bring the IHOP brand to the Ontario […]
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Ice cream parlor to open in downtown Mansfield on June 21
MANSFIELD — Tara Beaire loves flowers. The owner of Tara’s Floral Expressions also loves ice cream. So, the woman who is passionate about building up downtown Mansfield, intends to open The Chill Downtown Ice Cream Parlor on Wednesday, June 21 at 46 West 4th St. “Probably 10 years ago, I said, ‘If I ever decide […]
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Flag rises above Mansfield Area YMCA for 1st time
MANSFIELD — High on a flag pole outside of the Mansfield Area YMCA, a bright red, white and blue flag waves in the wind today. Installing a flag pole in front of the YMCA, 750 Scholl Rd, has been CEO Cristen Gilbert’s goal since accepting her position about five years ago. “This building is 17 years […]
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Miss Ohio Parade takes over downtown Mansfield
MANSFIELD — Miss Ohio pageant contestants hoisted their shoes up high during the annual “Show Us your Shoes Parade” Sunday afternoon. Miss Oxford Caroline Grace Williams wore a pair of red sparkly high heels. She decorated them with giant letter M’s for Miami University, located in Oxford, Ohio. “I attended there,” Williams said. “So, I […]