Detectives with the METRICH Enforcement Unit conducted a knock and talk at 492 Spayer Ln. on Tuesday, Oct. 1 after receiving several complaints of drug trafficking. While knocking on the door, several of the occupants were observed fleeing to the area of the kitchen prior to opening the door. While speaking with the occupants, detectives smelled […]
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National Disability Employment Awareness Month launches in Richland County
In an effort to draw awareness to disability employment, October is recognized as “National Disability Employment Awareness Month” (NDEAM). This year’s theme is “Because we are EQUAL to the Task.” NDEAM is a national campaign that recognizes and celebrates the number of American workers with different disabilities. And Richland Newhope and Richland Newhope Industries, Inc. (RNI) […]
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Officials gather downtown to kickoff Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Richland County Commissioner Tim Wert encouraged people who attended the kick off to domestic violence awareness month to be good examples of people in healthy relationships to others and children. “We need to teach children to respect themselves and their spouses,” he said. “I charge each one of you to be a good example.” Wert […]
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How do you get the Richland Source “app” on iPhone?
One of the most frequently asked questions from our audience has been either “Do you guys have an app?” or the alternative, “I couldn’t find your app in the app store.” The answer is yes, but first, we need to clarify. The app is technically not an app. It’s a shortcut to your home page. However, […]
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Catholic Charities hosts 3rd annual Harvest of Hope
Catholic Charities will host its third annual Harvest of Hope Breakfast at 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 22 at Café on Main. The keynote speaker will be Harvey Alston. Alston is considered one of the most dynamic speakers in America. He has spoken to millions nationwide who have benefited from his knowledge and wisdom. His […]
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Poll workers still needed for November 5 general election
The Richland County Board of Elections still needs poll workers for the November 5, 2013 General Election. Voters must attend training in order to be qualified to man the polls. Poll Worker training classes begin next Monday. The first training class for new Poll Workers who have not worked previously is scheduled for Monday October […]
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Westinghouse District home to innovation and enterprise
In the 1920s Westinghouse Electric Corporation was the largest employer in Mansfield, Ohio and to this day the neighborhood that surrounds the former plant bears the name of the high tech company of yore. At that time electricity and all the wonderful inventions that could be powered by it were the cutting edge of innovation […]
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Blast from the Past 5K and fun run brings the 80s back to Bellville
“I am thrilled with the turnout we have had for today. The support that has been shown is just amazing,” said Kurt Beal, President of Compassion in Action. On Sunday afternoon, Compassion in Action held the Blast From the Past fun run and a 5K run/walk benefit for the family of Jonah and Kaitlyn Sharp. […]
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Board of Elections reminds voters that early voting begins Oct. 1
Voters may vote early/absentee starting October 1 for the November 5, 2013 General Election. Registered voters may vote in person at the Richlanc County Board of Elections office located at 1495 W. Longview Avenue Suite 101. Voters are asked to use the building entrance at the rear of the Longview Center in the lower level […]
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Richland County Foundation announces new community grant schedule for 2014
The Board of Trustees at the Richland County Foundation is announcing a new grant schedule for the 2014 grant year for competitive, community grant applications. Grant deadlines and decision dates are as follow: January 3 deadline with a February 10 decision; April 11 deadline with a June 9 decision; August 22 deadline with an October […]