The waste water treatment plant project (WWTP), including water testing, was one of the topics discussed at the Bellville village council meeting Tuesday night. Bids for street resurfacing projects was also discussed, as well as possible replacement of the fire alarm system located in the office of Fiscal Officer Brigette Banks. There was additional discussion […]
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Ontario board hears cost-saving measure
Ontario’s Board of Education met on June 11 and discussed communications, the band’s Chicago trip, and introductions of new teachers. Communications for the maintenance department was introduced as a cost-saving measure. Superintendent, Lisa Carmichael praised Director of Maintenance Brad Swain. Carmichael said, “He’s very hands on working with janitors. You will see him out and […]
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Jim Shull
R. James “Jim” Shull, 89, of Mansfield, passed away Thursday, June 20, 2013 at MedCentral Mansfield following a short illness. Arrangements are pending at the Diamond Street Home of Wappner Funeral Directors.
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4-H enjoys camp this week
4-H hosted camp at the Richland Rural Life Center in Madison Township this week. The overnight camp provided activities on a range of topics for 79 children through the ages of 9 to 14. Examples include living on their own, the importance of sharing, setting a table, washing dishes and developing leadership skills. Dr. Judy […]
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Shiloh bringing back home plate
Shiloh is bringing baseball back to home plate. Shiloh mayor Timothy Wireman and independent fundraiser Matt Blankenship are in the process of making many improvements. “In the last 3 or 4 years, there’s not been much activity at the Shiloh baseball diamond,” stated Wireman. The trend in the last few years at the village of […]
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Consumers encouraged to rediscover fresh, local produce
USDA: Farmers Markets For the consumer, quality of food happens at the point of purchase. When consumers start looking for a fresh, local option, farmers markets are there to meet the demand. “There is a connection between you and your food and the person who grew it”, says Steve Shasky of the Bellville Farmers Market. Steve […]
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Outstanding Teens passionate about causes
Olivia Thoroughman was crowned 2013 Miss Outstanding Teen, Wednesday evening at the Renaissance Theatre. The full show included a lifestyle and fitness routine, a talent program, and a short question and answer for the contestants based on a platform of ideals they have implemented in their communities. Seventeen young women from all over Ohio participated. […]
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New parks programming offers fun for all ages
FOMP webpage As part of the Downtown Mansfield, Inc., Friends of the Mansfield Parks (FOMP) has been active in stimulating community involvement in the Mansfield parks. In an effort to encourage families to attend the Mansfield parks, FOMP created the Fun in the Parks Program. This summer program has provided free classes to individuals of […]
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Mansfield city council discusses $215,000 airport project
Mansfield Motorsports ParkAirport Day Airport Operations Supervisor Mark Daugherty requested funding to repair a 40-year-old aircraft “apron” at Tuesday night’s city council meeting for Mansfield. The 112,000 square-foot apron at Mansfield Lahm Regional Airport, was declared to be in critical condition and experiencing serious deterioration. The apron, which is the area where the aircraft are […]
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Shelby Council discusses variety of issues
Shelby City Council was in session Monday, June 17th. A member of the park board thanked the city for their help with enhancing the parks for the community. The council also addressed issues that were before them and took the necessary steps in keeping the community of Shelby looking bright. The first item on the […]