At first glance, one might have thought a Comic-Con event occurred this past weekend in Bellville, given the numerous people dressed in superhero outfits. In actuality, the Ohio chapter of Compassion in Action sponsored the “Who’s Your Hero” 5K Fun Run/Walk at New Life Church of Christ on Sunday. Participants of the race were encouraged […]
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Investigation closed in the death of Richland County Prosecutor James Mayer Jr.
The death of Richland County Prosecutor James Mayer Jr. on Friday evening was investigated by the Mansfield Major Crimes Section and ultimately closed after the case was determined to be a suicide by the Richland County Coroner’s Office, according to a press release from the Mansfield Police Department. Tom Stortz, investigator for the Richland County […]
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Richland Public Health releases mosquito spray schedule for week of Sept. 29
Monday – (evening) Sept. 29, 2014 Mansfield City 1. Bartley Ave. to S. Linden Rd. between Maple St. & Cline Ave. Tuesday – (evening) Sept. 30, 2014 Bloominggrove Twp. 1. Reynolds Rd. 4. Ganges 2. Rome 5. Ganges E. Rd. 3. Shenandoah 6. Shelby-Ganges Rd. Thursday – (evening) Oct. 2, 2014 Phillips Cabin Mifflin Twp. […]
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Mansfield/Richland County Convention & Visitors Bureau receives awards
The Ohio Association of Convention & Visitors Bureaus (OACVB) held its 17th Annual Awards of Excellence Luncheon in Columbus, Ohio on Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2014. MIDDY Awards are presented for destination marketing and tourism development. Amir Eylon, former Ohio Tourism Director and current Vice President of Partner Engagement for Brand USA, served as Master of […]
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Galion alumni turn out to honor their Hall of Fame inductees
GALION – The Galion community honored eight alumni Saturday night for their expertise in their chosen fields and their contribution to Galion and their respective communities. Eight individuals were inducted during the event. Participating in the event were the Galion Middle School students; Galion High School choir, singing the Alma Mater; Avita Health Systems, catering; […]
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Asst. Prosecutor Bambi Couch Page to serve as interim prosecutor
Richland County Commissioners voted Monday morning to appoint First Assistant Prosecutor Bambi Couch Page as the interim prosecutor, retroactive to Friday, Sept. 26. This decision was made in the wake of the death of James Mayer, Jr., who served as the county prosecutor since 1988. Mayer died Friday, Sept. 26 at his Mansfield home by […]
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American Red Cross app allows blood donors to track donations
The American Red Cross released an application for iPhones and Androids earlier this month. The international nonprofit organization has developed a variety of free apps in the past, but this one will allow blood donors to keep track of the times they have donated and even compete with other blood donors. The Blood Donor App, […]
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Habitat for Humanity brings housing to Richland County
Habitat for Humanity is a Christian organization striving to end poverty housing throughout the world, and in our little piece of the world that is Richland and Crawford counties, volunteers and donors of all nationalities, races and creeds have worked hard toward ending poverty housing in the community. Veronna Drane, executive director at the Richland […]
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Washington Township Fire Department Association celebrates 65 years with open house and fundraiser
The Washington Township Fire Department Association will celebrate 65 years of serving the community this year on Thursday, Oct. 9 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Residents of Washington Township and the public are invited to help celebrate with an open house and fundraiser The open house include a tour of the updated fire station, […]