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MANSFIELD — Mansfield City Council on Tuesday decided to wave a red flag on weekend “cruising” on the so-called “Miracle Mile” section of Park Avenue West. Legislation that’s been percolating…
Pioneer students compete in skills showdown at Adena Corp. career day
MANSFIELD — The skilled trades labor force is shrinking nationwide and Mansfield is no exception. That’s why Adena Corporation decided to get creative with its workforce development outreach. Students from…
The 70th Anniversary of the Sternbaum Trial
The murder of Leah Sternbaum took place on Dec. 4, 1952, and her husband Max was found not guilty on March 4, 1954 in what was known at the time as Ohio’s Trial of the Century. Dive into this four-part series below.
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Students from 6 schools part of Trouble at the Mill play set for June 8-9 in Mansfield
MANSFIELD — The Renaissance Theatre is preparing to present a new production, “Trouble at the Mill,” this summer. The family-friendly comedy will take place outdoors in the Renaissance Plaza green space as part of the Mechanics Bank Education Series. “The kids are having such a great time with this very…
Malabar students to receive tree seedlings on May 14
MANSFIELD — As part of Mansfield’s celebration of Arbor Day 2024, the Shade Tree Commission will visit Malabar Intermediate School and distribute tree seedlings to students. On Tuesday, May 14, the Shade Tree Commission and Mayor Jodie Perry will visit the school to read to students about the history of…
Color Fun Walk & Run set for May 18 at Freer Field
ASHLAND — The city of Ashland is hosting a Color Fun Walk & Run to raise awareness about the foster care community and the work that Fostering Family Ministries does. The 5K and 1-mile walk event will take place at Freer Field 1264 Center Street Ashland, OH 44805. The event…
Mansfield Sr., Madison students help preserve historic Liberty Park bathhouse
MANSFIELD — Students from Mansfield Senior High School and Madison Comprehensive High School on Monday reached back through the ages to help preserve an 87-year-old structure at Liberty Park. About 20 students in the respective schools’ carpentry and electrician programs teamed with the city’s Parks & Recreation department to help…
Adena Corp. awarded $1.25 million contract for Trimble Road tunnel project
MANSFIELD — Adena Corp. on Tuesday was awarded a $1,255,636 contract for a tunnel project beneath Trimble Road that will allow bicyclists and pedestrians to safely cross beneath the busy street when an accompanying planned B&O Bike Trail connector project is complete. The Mansfield Board of Control awarded the contract…
Hornish Bros. acquires Cowen Truck Line of Perrysville
PERRYSVILLE — Hornish Bros. Inc. has purchased Cowen Truck Line and plans to expand the company’s operational footprint in Ohio. Founded in 1946, Hornish Bros., based in Syracuse, New York, operates over 100 tractors and 300 trailers, mostly throughout the Great Lakes area. The company said it saw a natural…
Yost notes dangerous trends on National Fentanyl Awareness Day
COLUMBUS — On a day set aside to raise awareness nationally about fentanyl-related overdose deaths, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost released data from the Bureau of Criminal Investigation’s laboratory highlighting the ongoing prevalence of the synthetic opioid in Ohio. “Illegal use of fentanyl continues to wreck Ohioans’ lives, causing addiction…
MOESC seeks substitute teachers for next school year
MANSFIELD — The Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center (MOESC) is currently accepting applications for substitute teachers for the 2024-2025 school year. With the school year coming to a close, many districts are still looking to fill vacancies. While some districts have opted to use substitute teachers, others are still struggling to…
South Park Mother’s Day event to help those battling addiction
MANSFIELD — On May 11, Third Street Family Health Services will host a Mother’s Day Craft & Resources Fair to help people struggling with addiction.
Madison trustees discuss road paving list for 2024
MADISON TOWNSHIP — Trustees discussed a list of 20 stretches of 12 different roads on their paving agenda at Monday’s meeting.
Shelby City Council adopts design guidelines for historic district
A lengthy process by the Shelby Historic Preservation Commission has resulted in design guidelines for the city’s historic district.
Plymouth Area Museum to present noted quilting expert on May 19
PLYMOUTH — Local quilters, or anyone with merely an interest in quilts, will be in for a treat on Sunday, May 19 from 2 to 4 p.m., when internationally-known quilting guru, Anita Shackelford, brings her extensive experience and quilting knowledge to the Plymouth Area Museum. The program is free and…
Mansfield main library to distribute free weekend meal bags starting May 9
MANSFIELD –The Mansfield Richland County Public Library (MRCPL) is partnering with the Greater Cleveland Food Bank (GCFB) to help fight food insecurity for Richland County’s children. Starting Thursday, May 9, the MRCPL Main Library will begin distributing Backpack Meals to children 18 and under. Each Backpack Meal bag includes a shelf-stable two-day supply…
Ohio State Highway Patrol focuses on motorcycle safety in May
COLUMBUS — With the warmer weather beginning in May, the Ohio State Highway Patrol is preparing for an increase in motorcycle traffic. To remind motorcyclists of safety, the Ohio State Highway Patrol is releasing statistics from previous years involving motorcycle crashes. From 2019 to 2023, the Ohio State Highway Patrol…
Jordan opens inquiry into FBI’s DEI hiring practices
WASHINGTON D.C. — On Monday, Representative Jim Jordan sent a letter to the FBI expressing concerns about the agency’s hiring and retention practices, especially what he says is its emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). In the letter, Jordan, who chairs the House Judiciary Committee, claims that the FBI’s…
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