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Continued applications for unemployment benefits have declined for the ninth straight week, according to the Ohio Dept. of Job & Family Services.

COLUMBUS -- Ohio Senate President Larry Obhof (R-Medina) applauded the official start of the historic United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), which became effective July 1.

The Richland County Park District Board of Commissioners will receive sealed bids at the Richland County Park District Headquarters located at the Gorman Nature Center, 2295 Lexington Avenue, Mansfield, Ohio 44907-3027, until 2 p.m., Ohio Standard Time, on Thursday, July 9, 2020. 

Continued applications for unemployment benefits have declined for the eighth straight week, the Ohio Department of Job & Family Services reported Thursday.

Donley Auto Group, established in 1977, has been purchased by Ryan Sponsler who now assumes the role of president and dealer principal for all four Donley locations.

MANSFIELD — When the COVID-19 pandemic appeared, Columbia Gas paused some non-emergency work that requires us to go into customers’ homes or businesses.

Ohio's unemployment rate was 13.7 percent in May 2020, down from a revised 17.6 percent in April.

After 85 years in business, Richland Blueprint has a new name! Through many discussions over the past year, the printing company will now move forward as RB Print Shop. 

Described as "not your grandma's tea shop," the North Main storefront offers more than 50 varieties of hot and iced tea.

The Richland Community Development Group, an affiliate of the Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development, announced Wednesday the creation of the RCDG Small Business Loan Fund.

Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose on Thursday announced 12,892 new businesses filed in May, the most filings in May of any year on record.

In a sign Ohioans are heading back to work, the Ohio Dept. of Job & Family Services reported Thursday weekly claims for unemployment benefits declined for the seventh straight week.

MANSFIELD – The Mid-Ohio Conference Center is now open for meetings and gatherings. The facility will set up safe spacing for gatherings as referenced in the Responsible RestartOhio Restaurants, Bars, and Banquet & Catering Facilities/Services guidelines.

MANSFIELD -- OhioHealth has announced that effective Tuesday, June 16, it will allow one visitor per patient at all hospitals, emergency departments, surgery and invasive procedure areas and OhioHealth Physician Group offices. Each patient will select a designated visitor for the duration of…

MANSFIELD -- Redwood Living Inc. has broken ground on its first brand new neighborhood in Mansfield.

MANSFIELD -- Corisa Welch, owner of Mansfield Online Auctions, an affiliate of Auction Ohio will be having the court-ordered Toy Time Auction.

MANSFIELD -- Save your receipts, Richland County. It might pay big to shop small this month. 

HAYESVILLE -- The Vermillion Township Trustees will soon convert a vacant lot near the heart of Hayesville into a parking lot for the Hayesville-Vermillion Fire Department. 

MANSFIELD – The Richland County Foundation is supporting summertime programs focused on children.

ASHLAND -- If Charles Lacey could see the company he founded, he would be amazed. 

You can do banking and file your taxes on your phone; there’s no reason you shouldn’t be able to buy and sell property as well. 

MANSFIELD -- The Richland County Foundation used an unconventional method Wednesdasy to celebrate its 75th anniversary Wednesday -- via Zoom and Facebook Live.

MANSFIELD -- Richland County has its fair share of Mexican restaurants, ice cream parlors and coffee shops. But Lexington Avenue’s newest eatery, Dulce Amor, might be the first to combine all three.

MANSFIELD -- They were a hit for Mother’s Day, so Downtown Mansfield Inc. decided to bring them back for dad.

MANSFIELD – Hamilton Insurance Group has been recognized by Ohio Mutual Insurance Group President and CEO Mark C. Russell as one of the company’s top 10 agencies for Outstanding Profitable Growth in 2019, according to a press release from the agency.

Let's face it, the idea of "going to the office" has changed a lot in the past few months. Hundreds of thousands (maybe millions?) of professionals and companies are reconsidering what they need an office to do for them. 

Frenchie Roast made its debut April 18, serving hot coffee drinks, teas and nitro cold brews from a refurbished trailer.

MANSFIELD -- Transitioning taprooms to carry-out or delivery overnight has been a challenge for Ohio breweries over the last few months. The Phoenix Brewing Co. is no exception.

ONTARIO -- The Richland Mall finally reopened its doors Tuesday, with limited hours and retailers returning for business.

The DELI opened its doors at 28 Park Avenue West on March 26.

MANSFIELD -- As Ohio “reopens” amid historically high unemployment, agencies devoted to helping people find jobs are still operating, often remotely.

MANSFIELD -- The Richland County Land Bank board had preliminary discussions Wednesday about the possibility of acquiring a dilapidated storefront in downtown Plymouth. 

MANSFIELD -- In its second round of grants, the Richland County Foundation COVID-19 Rapid Response initiative awarded $55,760 in grants to Richland County Youth and Family Council and Area Agency on Aging.

MANSFIELD – The Richland County Regional Planning Commission is currently conducting a survey for its Directions: Looking Forward 2045 Plan, which addresses how Richland County envisions its roadways changing over the next 25 years.

MANSFIELD – DRM Productions of Mansfield has been named to Inc. magazine’s annual list of the Best Workplaces for 2020.

EDITOR'S NOTE: This press release regarding health care options was provided by OhioHealth.

ONTARIO – Avita Health System announced Monday it is resuming outpatient elective surgeries and procedures at Bucyrus, Galion, and Ontario Hospitals with additional processes to keep patients and employees safe.

During times of uncertainty, finding a new normal can be hard. Learning how to operate a business remotely or semi-remotely can be a big challenge.

COLUMBUS — OhioHealth announced Thursday that, in accordance with Governor Mike DeWine’s guidance, it will begin a gradual return to elective surgeries which do not require an overnight stay at all hospital and outpatient surgery centers starting Friday, May 1. 

ASHLAND – Ashland County Community Foundation and United Way of Ashland County have awarded the first round of COVID-19 Nonprofit Relief Grants.

GALION –– In a continued effort to prevent the spread of illness, Avita Health System has opened a COVID-19 drive-through screening tent in Galion. Patients who present at the tent must have an appointment and doctor’s order to be eligible for testing.

AKRON ­ ­- Following Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine’s guidance, Akron Children’s Hospital will be expanding the number and types of procedures available to its patients, as well as rescheduling surgeries and other appointments that were postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

MANSFIELD -- Just in time for Mother’s Day, Downtown Mansfield, Inc. has launched the Love Local Mother’s Day Gift Boxes.

EDITOR'S NOTE: Jodie Perry is President & CEO of the Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development.

Several local businesses have reopened thanks to the paycheck protection program.

The PPPs are a governmental loan to businesses who applied starting April 3. 

On Friday, April 12, PPP services were opened to independent contractors and self-employed business owners.

NEWARK -- Park National Corporation (Park) (NYSE American: PRK) reported financial results Monday for the first quarter of 2020 (three months ended March 31, 2020). Park's board of directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.02 per common share, payable on June 10, 2020 to common shar…