MANSFIELD, Ohio–When visiting the 179th Airlift Wing, they’re often the first and last people you see. They’re the ones who are tasked with the duty of protecting the personnel, aircraft, and property. In civilian terms you’d recognize them as “cops,” but in military terms, they’re known as Security Forces. Staff Sgt. Nick Alexander doesn’t mind […]
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Snow emergency status: Sunday, Feb. 22
Snow Emergencies for surrounding counties are as follows. Snow Emergency Classifications LEVEL 1: Roadways are hazardous with blowing and drifting snow. Roads may also be icy. Motorists are urged to drive very cautiously. LEVEL 2: Roadways are hazardous with blowing and drifting snow. Roads may also be very icy. Only those who feel it is […]
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Winter storm warning issued for local area
CLEVELAND, Ohio (3:49 p.m., Friday, Feb. 20)–The National Weather Service issued a Winter Storm Warning which is in effect for Richland, Crawford, Ashland, Morrow, and Knox counties from midnight tonight until 10 p.m. Saturday. Snow accumulations of 6 to 8 inches are expected, with snow starting after midnight. The heaviest snowfall is expected from sunrise […]
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POL makes sure planes have their fill
MANSFIELD, Ohio — “Good, clean fuel”–without that, the C-130H aircraft at the 179th Airlift Wing wouldn’t fly. Ensuring that each aircraft has adequate fuel, however, is not as easy as simply taking a trip to a service station. It requires its own section of unit members who are dedicated to this mission: Petroleum, Oil and […]
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Ashland man claims $1 million lottery ticket sold at Galion store
The owner of a $1 million “Mega Millions” ticket has been identified, solving the mystery of who is the area’s next millionaire. Danial Brown of Ashland, Ohio has officially claimed his winnings at the Ohio Lottery’s Columbus office. According to Ohio Lottery Public Information Officer Marie Kilbane, Brown filed his claimant form on Tuesday. “Now all […]
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Raising Richland Community Garden Summit to feature ‘Seeds and More’
MANSFIELD, Ohio – Christine Libby of Alta Florist and Greenhouse will present “Seeds and More” at the 5th Annual Raising Richland Community Garden Summit. She will explain how to start, save and store seeds. Libby will also address which seed varieties grow best in our area, how to buy seeds, and much more. Libby moved […]
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Edward Allen Moore appointed to Crestline Village Council
Edward Allen Moore was appointed to Crestline Village Council on Feb. 18. Moore has been a Crestline resident since 1960 and is a 1974 graduate of Crestline High School. He is a semi-retired painting contractor who is active in the Crestline/Galion Masonic Temple and secretary for the Fraternal Order of Eagles 859 in Crestline. Moore […]
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Wind Chill Advisory in effect until noon
CLEVELAND (Friday, Feb. 20, 3:47 a.m.) — The National Weather Service in Cleveland has issued a wind chill advisory that remains in effect until noon today. Expect very cold temperatures and wind chills continue this morning. Even though winds will be light at times, they will combine with the cold temperatures to create wind chill […]
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Aerial Port–where cargo and passengers are key to the mission
If you’ve never heard of Aerial Port, you’re not alone. It’s the military’s equivalent for an air terminal and serves essentially the same functions as the terminals at Port Columbus or Cleveland Hopkins airports. They are all tasked with moving passengers and cargo through the air. The key difference is that the cargo and passengers […]
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Shelby council legislation for vehicle purchases fails to pass
Shelby City Council failed to pass an ordinance on Monday stating that no titled vehicle for the city should be purchased or leased without council’s approval. Ordinance 3-2015, sponsored by Councilmembers Pat Carlisle and Garland Gates, was originally written in regards to the purchase of a 2012 Ford Escape at the cost of $20,700, used […]