Zetta Anderson, a Mansfield Senior High school graduate and a senior at Miami University, has been hired as Mayor Jodie Perry’s summer intern.
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Roundabout construction to close Lex-Springmill/Home roads June 15 for 120 days
Plans for a roundabout at the intersection of Lexington-Springmill and Home roads have been in the works since 2022.
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66-year-old woman dies in Mansfield hospital after 2-vehicle crash in Ashland County
MOHICAN TOWNSHIP – A North Ridgeville woman was killed after a two-vehicle crash Friday in Mohican Township, according to Ohio State Highway Patrol. Jeanette E. Vibbert, 66, was transported to OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital and pronounced deceased shortly afterward, the Patrol stated. The crash occurred at 11:24 a.m. at the intersection of U.S. 30 and State […]
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Land bank moves forward on scattered site affordable rentals
MANSFIELD — It’s been decades since specific pockets of Mansfield’s North End have experienced a new housing development. That may change with the construction of new rental housing units on 63 scattered sites throughout the city. The Richland County Land Bank board took the next step in that process during a special meeting on Friday. […]
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Meeting people where they are: Community health workers recognized for service
MANSFIELD — A phone call, a ride to an appointment, or help finding the right resource can make all the difference for someone facing a difficult situation. That’s the kind of work Lavandalyn Bentley does every day as a community health worker (CHW). On Friday afternoon, Bentley and other community health workers were celebrated during […]
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Mansfield distributes electric aggregate enrollment, opt-out letters
MANSFIELD — The City of Mansfield has announced its participation in the Northeast Ohio Public Energy Council (NOPEC) electric aggregation program, providing residents and small businesses access to competitive electric supply options negotiated exclusively for NOPEC customers. Eligible residents and small business customers are receiving enrollment letters in the mail explaining NOPEC’s electric program options, […]
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RCT & Regional Planning launch ‘Wheels to Work’ bike grant program
MANSFIELD — Richland County Transit (RCT) and the Richland County Regional Planning Commission (RCRPC) have announced a “Wheels to Work” bike grant program to help people connect to RCT Flex for work. Four new commuter bikes will be awarded to eligible applicants who would use the bike to connect with the new RCT Flex early […]
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Ohio AG unveils statewide crime & sentencing data dashboard
COLUMBUS — Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost launched a new online tool Friday that provides unprecedented transparency into felony crime and sentencing trends across Ohio. “This data has countless applications, whether it’s helping families understand community safety or guiding policymakers in improving criminal justice laws,” Yost said. “Most importantly, it strengthens accountability and helps ensure […]
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Former FBI agent to speak June 7 in Lexington on Cleveland mafia’s assassination of Greene, Bomb City USA
LEXINGTON — Lou Sorrenti will be hosting a presentation by former FBI agent Bob Friedrick on Sunday, June 7 on his experiences dealing with the Cleveland mafia in the 1970s. The event will begin at 6 p.m. at The Local, 97078 Ohio–97, Lexington. Contact Lou Serentini 419-884-7117, for tickets. Friederick is former FBI Agent/Supervisor of the […]
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Silver Birch opens doors to affordable assisted senior living in Mansfield
Growing older often means balancing independence with the need for additional support. Silver Birch of Mansfield hopes to offer both.