EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was first published at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources website. COLUMBUS – This Thanksgiving, skip the hours in the kitchen and savor a festive meal with breathtaking views of Ohio’s award-winning state parks. Ohio’s state park lodges will take care of the cooking and cleanup, giving you more time to relax, […]
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Ontario grad, national Six Flags muralist, battles stage 4 colon cancer
ONTARIO — From painting superheroes for Six Flags to becoming one himself, Jeremy Fox’s greatest masterpiece might not hang on a wall — it’s the way he’s fighting for his life. The 45-year-old Mansfield artist, best known for his vivid murals and carousel restorations at Six Flags amusement parks across the country, is now in […]
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Veterans invited to shoot for free at Ohio’s public ranges on Nov. 15
COLUMBUS – In honor of Veterans Day, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife invites veterans to visit and shoot for free at one of Ohio’s premier public shooting ranges on Saturday, Nov. 15. The shooting range permit requirement is waived for veterans on all Division of Wildlife Class A, B, and C shooting […]
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Ohio Senate considers bill to regulate kratom production and sales
COLUMBUS — Kratom sellers and manufacturers may face stricter regulations on the products they can produce or sell if Senate Bill 299 passes — a move that is supported by local healthcare providers. The bill, which some lawmakers are calling the Kratom Consumer Protection Act, was introduced in the Ohio Senate by Senator Louis W. Blessing, […]
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Luke Beekman wins Distinguished Citizen for Arts Education award
MANSFIELD — The Ohio Art Education Association is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 North Central Region and State Winner of “Distinguished Citizen for Arts Education.” Luke Beekman, of Mankind Murals, was nominated and awarded the state winner of this prestigious award. The OAEA will celebrate him and other award winners at our […]
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A Stroll Through the Garden: Jack-O-Lantern Mushrooms can have a toxic nature
ASHLAND — A few weeks ago I got an email from one of my readers about a mushroom in his yard. They were beautiful little gold mushrooms growing right out of the ground. I am not a mushroom expert, but do seek expertise when available. A reader and a member of the Ohio Mushroom Society […]
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Shelby Help Line seeks food donations for community Christmas program
Shelby Help Line’s food drive is now accepting donations through Nov. 30 at its 39 Walnut St. office in Shelby.
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Richland County’s bowhunters slightly improve deer totals checked to this point
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was originally published at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources website. COLUMBUS – Ohio archery hunters have checked 46,359 white-tailed deer through Sunday, Nov. 2, which includes the first six weekends of bowhunting, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. The 2025-26 statewide archery season began on […]
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JPB Professional Marketing sets holiday turkey gift check giveaway for Nov. 20
MANSFIELD – JPB Professional Marketing (JPB) is announcing their annual turkey gift check giveaway for the holiday season. It will take place at South Park, 100 Brinkerhoff Ave., Mansfield, Ohio on Thursday,Nov. 20 starting at 9 a.m. and go until supplies are exhausted. This year, the giveaway will be a Butterball check, valued at $25 […]
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Galion Kiwanis launches ‘The Hungry Are Banking on You’ food drive
GALION — The Galion Kiwanis Club is proud to announce the launch of its latest community project, “The Hungry Are Banking on You!” a city-wide food drive to benefit the Ohio Heartland Community Action Commission Food Pantry. Grocery carts have been placed at several local financial institutions to make donating easy for community members. Residents can […]