Richland County politicians dressed in green and gathered to honor the late Kenneth E. McCartney at his annual memorial luncheon on Saturday. The luncheon marked the 20th anniversary of the celebration, which originally started in 1994 as a way to raise money to purchase and renovate a place for democratic headquarters in Richland County. McCartney’s […]
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Community celebrates life of Ettore “Eddie” Chiudioni
More than a hundred people gathered at St. Peter’s Church in Mansfield on Saturday to celebrate the life of Ettore “Eddie” Chiudioni, or “Mr. C” as his students called him. He passed away Wednesday morning March 12, 2014 in the OSU Wexner Medical Center following a short illness and the news of his passing deeply […]
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Voter registration deadline for Primary Election coming up
The deadline to register to vote in the May 6 Primary Election is Monday, April 7. The Board of Elections office, located at 1495 W. Longview Ave. Suite 101 in the Longview Center, will be open the evening of April 7 until 9 p.m. After 4 p.m., you must use the entrance at the lower […]
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Veteran I.D.’s to be available at Recorder’s Office
Veterans may purchase an identification card at the Recorder’s Office within the Richland County Courthouse, 50 Park Ave. East, Mansfield, beginning Monday, March 17. Recorder Sarah Davis informed this news Thursday afternoon, stating, “I am pleased that we can be of service to the veterans.” To obtain an I.D., veterans should present their DD Form […]
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Richland Newhope hosts art/talent exhibition at Richland Mall
In honor of March’s Developmental Disabilities Awareness month, Richland Newhope Industries, Richland Mall and Element of Art Studio/Gallery sponsored the Fourth Annual Bringing the Elements Together Art and Exhibition which showcased the works of individuals supported by Richland Newhope. The art and talent show featured a plethora of crafts and artwork, including dancing, drawing and […]
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Sen. Brown announces plan to spur investment in local communities hit hard by manufacturing job loss
U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-OH) held a news conference call Wednesday to announce legislation that would incentivize manufacturing investment in local communities hit hard by major manufacturing job loss. Brown outlined details of the Manufacturing Communities Investment Act, new legislation which would build on the success of the New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC). NMTC incentivizes […]
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Barkdull Funeral Home progresses with expanded services and new personnel
The Shelby community is experiencing several positive improvements around town – the new Shelby High School, the Shelby Justice Center which will be opening soon and the future construction of the downtown park/amphitheater. Barkdull Funeral Home is pleased to announce they too are progressing. The funeral home is installing an on premise crematory for families […]
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Hutchinson discusses Ontario growth, improvement
Ontario Mayor Randy Hutchinson met with county commissioners Thursday morning to highlight some of the latest developments in the city of Ontario. One of the most notable discussion items tied in with Wednesday’s announcement of the establishment of a new Federal Express facility in the Industrial Park, across from where the General Motors plant stood. […]
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National Consumer Protection Week video tip: Passwords
For National Consumer Protection Week 2014, Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine is releasing a Video Tip of the Day to warn consumers about scams and schemes to take advantage of consumers. Tracy Morrison Dickens from the Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Section discusses why strong passwords are crucial for protecting your online identity.
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Local couple’s efforts result in Mid-Ohio Pet Food Pantry
Lisa and Rick Kemp spend every Saturday morning volunteering at the Richland County Dog Shelter walking dogs. However, one Saturday Rick and Lisa witnessed an act that impacted both of their lives. The Kemp’s noticed a couple enter the shelter with a Husky named, Boss. They noticed that the couple seemed distraught. “We noticed that […]