MANSFIELD – Each May, a group of students, families, and faculty gather to sit inside Kingwood Center Gardens, the room often filled with the sounds of applause, tears, and stories that most people will never hear. For the 59th year, Rotary Club of Mansfield member Brigadier “Bill” McGowan’s Courage Awards are back to honor 9 […]
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Richland, Crawford County youngsters shine at Ohio Beef Youth Council event
MARYSVILLE – Youth from across Ohio showcased their skills and beef industry knowledge during the Ohio Beef Youth Council (OBYC) Salesmanship and Skillathon contests held Saturday, April 18, at the new Multispecies Animal Learning Complex located at the CFAES Agriculture and Natural Resources Laboratory on the Ohio State University campus. The main objective of Individual […]
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MOESC accepts applications for substitute teachers for 2026-27
MANSFIELD – As the end of the current school year approaches, individuals interested in substitute teaching can prepare for the upcoming school year now. Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center is looking for substitute teachers to work in a number of area school districts. Substitute teachers play a vital role in the education of our children. When […]
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Madison South assistant principal hired as new Loudonville High School principal
LOUDONVILLE — The Loudonville-Perrysville Exempted Village School District has announced that Kyle Gordon has been named the principal of Loudonville High School, the district announced in a Tuesday afternoon press release. Gordon brings a strong background in classroom instruction, instructional leadership, and school administration, along with a clear commitment to student success, school culture, and […]
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Madison Local School District announces open enrollment dates: May 1 to 31
MADISON TOWNSHIP — The Madison Local School District will accept open enrollment applications in May for the 2026-2027 school year.. The window for open enrollment applications runs from Friday, May 1 to Sunday, May 31. All applications must be submitted by May 31 to be considered for approval. For more details and to access application […]
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Bucyrus instructor is 2026 Ohio Teacher of the Year & a national finalist
BUCYRUS — Teachers of Tomorrow, the nation’s top alternative teacher certification, is proud to announce Jaysia Morris as the Ohio Teachers of Tomorrow Teacher of the Year, recognizing her exceptional commitment to her students, classroom, and school community. “I have always felt called to be an educator and a leader,” Morris said. Morris serves as K-12 Special Education at High Road […]
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Shelby schools ends lockdown after false alarm
SHELBY — Classes resumed Tuesday afternoon at Shelby City Schools after a false alarm triggered a lockdown at the campus earlier in the day. Shelby High School received a report of a threat via a vehicle in the parking lot with someone possessing explosives, according to a letter issued by Supt. Michael Browning. Browning said the […]
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MRPCL announces plans for new Crestview library
OLIVESBURG — The Mansfield Richland County Public Library has announced its plans to build a new Crestview library. The new Crestview Branch will be constructed on land purchased from Faith Church along State Route 96, the MRCPL announced in a Monday afternoon press release. This stan-dalone facility will replace the current location within Crestview Middle […]
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MOESC student artwork on display at 2026 Mayor’s Show at main library
MANSFIELD – Building on the success of last year’s inaugural exhibition, the Mansfield Public Art Commission (MPAC) and the Mansfield Richland County Public Library are proud to announce the return of The Mayor’s Show: Rising Artists of Mid-Ohio. The dedicated gallery space, located in the second-floor lobby of the Main Library, continues to serve as […]
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Ontario announces 2026 prom court
ONTARIO — Ontario High School has announced its 2026 prom court. The 2026 Prom Royal Court includes: Emma Henderson, Payne Schwartz, Mackenzie Goodlin, Brady Baumgard, Tessa Crum, Jace Young, Sasha Bulakovski, Julian McGinty, Addisyn Pittman, Grantham Trumpower, Morgan Pearson, Anson Yan, Emma Fagan, Ashton Drozda, Brinlee Kreger, Braden Rowe, Hattie Yugovich, Rylan Baker, Gracy Miller, […]