EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was updated at 4:18 p.m. MANSFIELD – A 30-year-old Mansfield man died early Saturday morning in a crash involving a motorcycle and an SUV, according to the Mansfield Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Samuel Simmons was transported to Ohio Health Mansfield Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries, the […]
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Section of 5th Avenue closed in Mansfield
MANSFIELD — The City of Mansfield has announced that due to water main repairs, it is necessary to close sections of the following road while work is being completed. Fifth Avenue from Grace Street to Vine Street. The road has been closed and construction signs will be posted at the work site. Traffic is advised […]
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Miss Ohio Teen’s youngest contestant, a Lexington student, focuses platform on mentorship
The irony of Addison Schroeder’s platform is not lost on her.
As the youngest contestant in Miss Ohio’s Teen Scholarship Program, she’s centered her platform on mentorship. Her community service initiative, “Go Kiddo Go,” which she founded, focuses on providing mentorship for kids in the community.
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Richland County commissioners extend property tax relief for area homeowners
The Richland County Board of Commissioners on Thursday voted to continue a local property tax relief measure launched in October.
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Richland County Land Bank kicks off home repair assistance program
Two single mothers on the southeast side of Mansfield will get help with home repairs through a new Richland County Land Bank initiative.
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Ohio Senate approves Law Enforcement Purple Heart license plate
The Ohio Senate has passed legislation creating the Law Enforcement Purple Heart license plate, an amendment sought by Sen. Mark Romanchuk.
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Elite elder care: Waterford at Mansfield awarded Best of Senior Living, All-Star status
The Waterford at Mansfield received the Best of Senior Living Award, awarded by A Place for Mom.
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ManCI announces case manager Bryce Ousley as employee of the year
MANSFIELD — The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections recently recognized Bryce Ousley as employee of the year at Mansfield Correctional Institution. Bryce Ousley has distinguished himself as a model of professionalism, integrity, and service at the ManCI. With 11 years of dedicated experience, Ousley continues to embody what it means to be firm, fair, […]
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North End Farmers Market returns June 18 with new location, themes and expanded community activities
“Moving the farmers market to the new GROW by NECIC location gives us the opportunity to create more than just a place to shop,” NECIC President and CEO Matthew Scruggs said.
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‘Keep making plans’: OhioHealth hosts cancer survivor event at Richland County Fairgrounds
OhioHealth nurse manager Suzanne Temple on Wednesday offered a reminder to 150 cancer survivors.