Madison Comprehensive High School graduates 218 seniors in Class of 2026
Madison Comprehensive High School graduated 218 seniors on Sunday afternoon during its 101st commencement exercises.
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Final Friday kicks off another summer of music in downtown Mansfield
MANSFIELD — Summer officially felt a little closer Friday night as crowds gathered at The Brickyard in downtown Mansfield for the first Final Friday concert of the season. With performances…
A day of connection: Family Life Counseling celebrates mental health month through community event
MANSFIELD — Families gathered Friday afternoon at Family Life Counseling for free food, activities and community resources as the organization closed out Mental Health Month with a community event centered…
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Free shuttles planned for 2026 Juneteenth event
Parking for the June 13 Juneteenth Parade will be available only during parade hours at the Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center, 890 W. 4th St.
Team Peter: Loudonville 10-year-old publishes second book
Peter Heath recently published his second book, “The Adventures of Marshmallow and Peter: Peter’s Wish Trip.”
Extra innings: Lexington falls in D3 district final to Southview
TIFFIN — Cole Eichorn would have pitched for as long as it took if it meant playing with his classmates a little longer. Lexington’s senior right-hander delivered a heroic effort in Thursday’s Division III district final at Tiffin University’s Heminger Field. But it wasn’t enough in a 5-4 nine-inning loss…
Tee off for a great cause at the 21st annual Ralph Phillips Memorial Golf Tournament
Phillips Tube Group Inc. and the Phillips Family Foundation will host the 21st annual Ralph Phillips Memorial Golf Tournament on June 18.
All eyes on Mansfield: World of Outlaws roar into town for Blaster 57 Special this weekend
The World of Outlaws Late Model Series will invade Mansfield Speedway this weekend for the highly-anticipated Blaster 57 Special.
Solar farm proposed for construction atop closed Mansfield, Richland County landfills
A solar farm generating electricity is the best possible use for closed former landfills in Mansfield and Richland County, according to Barrett Thomas.
Madison Local Schools partners with Matthew 25 Outreach Center for monthly food distributions
MADISON TOWNSHIP — Students, staff, and community partners came together to make a big difference for hundreds of local families. Madison Comprehensive High School partnered with Matthew 25 Outreach Center and Greater Cleveland Food Bank to launch a new monthly food distribution program at the high school. The first distribution took…
Two decades, one constant presence: Tara Utt-Kunnas recognized nationally as a Woman of Excellence
MANSFIELD — Tara Utt-Kunnas has spent more than two decades at Weiss Industries navigating ownership changes, economic downturns and company transitions — work that earned her national recognition as one of MetalForming Magazine’s Women of Excellence in Metal Forming and Fabricating honorees. According to MetalForming Magazine, the annual recognition is…
New report finds mental health concerns remain high among college students
NORTH CENTRAL OHIO — May marks Mental Health Awareness Month and brings attention to the growing need for mental health across the country. As college students juggle academics, work and the pressures of early adulthood, mental health concerns continue to weigh heavily on young people across the country. A new…
Shel-BEE festival offers fun for all ages this Saturday
SHELBY — The second annual Shel-BEE Festival will buzz into action Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Black Fork Commons. The event is hosted by The Shelby Downtown Business Team and The Richland Area Beekeepers. The event will include a silent auction, craft and food vendors, bounce houses, face painting,…
Rams rough up Ontario, advance to Elite Eight
Madison advanced to the Elite Eight for a second straight season with a 7-0 win over Ontario in the Division III regional semifinal at Ashland University’s Deb Miller Field on Wednesday.
Mansfield Juneteenth celebration levels up parade, festival debut at new, expanded location
MANSFIELD — Mansfield is gearing up for its biggest celebration of freedom and unity yet as the annual Juneteenth Parade & Festival returns June 13, now hosted at its new location: Mansfield Senior High School, 124 N. Linden Road. This free, all-day community celebration promises more energy, more entertainment, and more ways…
The Brickyard turns up the volume for another summer of Final Fridays
MANSFIELD — Warm evenings, lawn chairs and live music will soon return to downtown Mansfield as the Final Friday Concert Series kicks off another summer at The Brickyard. “I am looking forward to summer, and nothing reminds me that summer is here (more) than the start of the Final Friday…
Juvenile arrested in suspected Galion residence arson fire
A juvenile was arrested Tuesday in connection with an arson fire at a vacant house during the Memorial Day weekend.
Time is right: Mansfield restaurateur Dan Lew buying Coney Island Diner business on Main Street
Longtime local restaurateur Dan Lew, owner of DLX in Mansfield, is buying the Coney Island Diner business on North Main Street.
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