EDITOR’S NOTE: Listen and subscribe to ABC News’ “Have You Seen This Man?” podcast at this link. This report is part of the ABC News podcast, “Have You Seen This Man?,” hosted by ‘The View’s’ Sunny Hostin. The podcast follows the U.S. Marshals’ ongoing mission to find Mansfield native Lester Eubanks, a convicted killer who […]
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Time change can prompt sleep, behavioral issues for Alzheimer’s patients
For people on a regular routine, the end of Daylight Saving Time is a noticeable change. Sunset arrives one hour earlier, so it is darker in the evening. Nighttime can already be a troubling time for those with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. Reduced lighting can cause disorientation. Sundowning, also known as late-day confusion, occurs in […]
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Richland County sets community health screenings for November
MANSFIELD — Richland Public Health has announced the schedule of community health screenings for November 2019. These are the last of the Community Health Screenings for 2019. Community Health Screenings are free health assessments from Richland Public Health nurses for Richland County adults at locations close to home. Community Health Screenings include the following: FREE […]
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Loudonville resident named Wooster’s firefighter of the year
LOUDONVILLE — A lifelong Loudonville resident was recognized Tuesday as the city of Wooster’s firefighter of the year. Third generation firefighter, Joe Kiefer was honored for “going above and beyond” in his field and more specifically for starting and spearheading a smoke detector installation program through the American Red Cross in Wooster. Recently, there was a fire […]
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Ashland man charged with inducing panic and more following Monday’s manhunt
ASHLAND — The man taken into custody after Monday morning’s manhunt near Orange Road and Jacobson Avenue has been identified and was arraigned Tuesday morning in Ashland Municipal Court. Joshua A. Littleton, of Ashland, was charged with one count of inducing panic, obstructing official business, criminal trespassing and falsification in an official proceeding and two […]
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HEAP Winter Crisis Program starts Nov. 1
ONTARIO — The Ohio Development Services Agency and Area Agency on Aging are working to help Ohioans in need stay warm this winter through the Home Energy Assistance Winter Crisis Program. This program helps income-eligible Ohioans pay their heating bills and can assist with fuel tank placement, fuel tank testing and furnace repair. The program […]
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Early voting numbers lag behind 2015 Mansfield mayoral election year
MANSFIELD — More than 1,500 Richland County voters have cast ballots in this year’s general election, though that number is down from the most recent Mansfield mayoral election year. Richland County Board of Elections Director Paulette Hankins said Tuesday a total of 1,109 people have voted in person. She said 496 voters have already returned […]
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Richland County authorities collect 275 pounds in prescription take back event
MANSFIELD — Richland County authorities reported a combined total of 275 pounds collected over the weekend in unwanted and unused prescription drugs. The METRICH Enforcement Unit, along with the Mansfield Division of Police, the Richland County Sheriff’s Office, the Bellville Police Department, the Butler Police Department, the Lexington Police Department and the Shelby Police Department […]
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Richland County’s neighborhood immunizations schedule released for November
MANSFIELD — Infants, children and adults can get the shots they need at our Neighborhood Immunization Clinics staffed by public health nurses from Richland Public Health. Children must be accompanied by an adult/guardian and need an up-to-date shot record and insurance card at time of service. Medicaid and Medicaid Managed Care are accepted. Most private […]
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Mansfield City Council president candidates offer distinct choice to voters
MANSFIELD — The choice for the next Mansfield City Council president could not be more clearly defined. Cliff Mears said his professional experience in business and industry, and seven years as an At-Large member of Mansfield City Council, have prepared him to be the next council president. Political newcomer Aurelio Diaz, with a strong background […]