Nationwide Children’s Hospital 200 Nationwide Insurance Nationwide Children’s Hospital The Nationwide Children’s Hospital NASCAR 200 starts today at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, just in case the sound of roaring engines yesterday wasn’t enough advance notice. The event is significant in a few ways. This is the first time in Mid-Ohio’s 52-year history for the […]
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Farland-Smith to serve as keynote speaker in China
Donna Farland-Smith, founder and executive director of the Little Buckeye’s Children Museum in downtown Mansfield, will present at the Hubei Science and Technology Museum Research Association’s 2013 International Conference in Xianning City, Hubei Province, China. The local educator and operator of the fast-growing children’s museum will speak as one of the conference’s keynote speakers. The conference […]
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Richland County Solid Waste Management proposes new plan
As mandated by state legislation, the Richland County Regional Solid Waste Management Authority (RCRSWMA) has formulated a 5-year solid waste management plan that will project the system’s finances roughly 15 years ahead. Richland County Regional Solid Waste Management District Executive Director Ken Bender met with the Richland County commissioners Tuesday morning to disclose the plan […]
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Bulk water rates, accountability discussed at Butler council
Discussion to create a village bulk water rate that is both affordable and accountable for usage was at the forefront at the Butler council meeting Monday evening. Expenditures and sanitation repairs rounded out the meeting with action taken on several motions. “We need to create a bulk water rate,” said council member Josh Dingus. Mayor […]
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Rotarians hear update on Mansfield schools
Mansfield City Schools Superintendent Brian Garverick discussed programs and facilities which stimulate student achievement during an address to the Mansfield Rotary Club on Tuesday, Aug. 6. “Student achievement is the No. 1 stated priority of the board of education,” Garverick said. He cited the district’s ongoing partnership with Ohio State University in Columbus to integrate […]
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Bird sanctuary preps shelter for birds of prey
Rotary Club of Mansfield A new home is under construction for injured birds of prey. The cage will be located on the Ohio Bird Sanctuary’s property but will not be open to the public because the cage will be designated for the recuperation of injured birds of prey like, peregrine falcons, eagles, hawks, and owls. […]
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Altrusa Angels rummage for literacy
Altrusa Mansfield There were angels on the square this past weekend, Altrusa International angels that is. “I call these ladies my ‘Altrusa Angels’, they are wonderful and do wonderful things for the community,” said charter member Marilou Schwan. On Saturday, Altrusa held their annual rummage sale at the First United Methodist Church on the square. […]
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Pat Curran legacy marked by field dedication
Three generations of Curran’s were at the St. Peter’s High School soccer field this Sunday, August 11, to witness the tribute, dedication and unveiling of the Pat Curran High School Soccer Field. Curran, who passed away in 2000, left behind the legacy of soccer to several generations of St. Peter’s students. Two of Curran’s long-time […]
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Fire damages building in downtown Mansfield
The Mansfield Fire Department responded to a call at Johnson Brothers’ Jewelry & Loan pawnbrokers, 30 S. Park St., on the square in Mansfield Monday night. Co-owner Rhonda Johnson said that she was in the business and made the call. Eighteen firefighters, who were on duty, were the initial responders with a 75 foot ladder […]
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State Route 430 closes until August 16
State Route 430, between Esley Road and Melody Road in Madison Township, will close Monday, August 12 for a culvert replacement. The detour route for eastbound motorists is SR 430 to State Route 39, east on SR 39 to State Route 603, north on SR 603 to SR 430, and reverse for westbound motorists. The […]