Otters, sloths and zebras, oh my! Westmeister Farm brings exotic wildlife to Shelby
Shawn Westmeister had two demands for Lynn when they got married: he didn’t want to live out in the country, and he didn’t want animals.
Clearly, he loves his wife.
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Wildlife officer cadet from north central Ohio begins training for outdoor career
COLUMBUS – The 33rd Ohio Wildlife Officer Training Academy is underway with nine cadets training to become wildlife officers for the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife, including…
The garden that started it all: Kingwood restores its Formal Gardens
MANSFIELD — Pieces of Charles Kelley King’s original vision are coming back into place at Kingwood Center Gardens. Restoration work is bringing historic details back to the landscape nearly a…
Hillsdale ground attack stifles signature grit of Lucas
Hillsdale (2-0) flexed its backfield strength on the road against the Cubs (1-1), piling up 273 rushing yards on 42 carries.
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Section of Rock Road to close Aug. 31 through Sept. 1
ONTARIO — Richland County Engineer Adam Gove has released an upcoming county road closure which will impact local drivers. Rock Road, between Stiving Road and Stein Road in Jackson Township, will be closed between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 31 and Tuesday, Sept. 1. The closure will allow for…
A Stroll Through the Garden: Peaches provide summer sunshine from a jar
Peach pies have been a weakness of mine for many years. A friend’s wife from church made the most incredible peach pies I’ve ever tasted. I’m sorry to say that she passed away several years ago. She made peach pies from the peach trees he had in their orchard. He…
‘An opening to a longer conversation’: Mansfield leaders partner with NAACP on ‘Town Hall’ series
“Thanks for speaking up and sharing your hearts. I do want you to know we do hear what you’re saying,” Mayor Jodie Perry said.
Opa! Greek Festival returns to Mansfield for 46th year
MANSFIELD — Some traditions are measured in years. Others are measured in the people who keep coming back. For 46 years, Sts. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church has welcomed Mansfield residents and visitors to its annual Greek Festival, where homemade food, dancing and fellowship bring thousands of people together…
Secton of State Route 314 closed for culvert replacement
MANSFIELD — State Route 314 just north of Millsboro Road closed on Thursday, Aug. 27 for a culvert replacement, according to the Ohio Department of Transportation. The detour route is: State Route 314 south to State Route 309 west to State Route 61/State Route 309 in Galion to State Route…
Richland County OKs road salt contract that will supply most local government needs this winter
The great road salt worries are over for most of Richland County for the upcoming winter.
Dracula returns to the Renaissance after sold-out run
MANSFIELD, OHIO – He’s back. After a sold-out run last fall, the Renaissance Theatre’s terrifying stage adaptation of Dracula returns to the intimate Theatre 166 this October, bringing blood, jump scares, 70s rock, and a few new surprises along with it. Written and directed by Ryan Shealy and adapted from…
Gator Chomp: Centerburg’s Jackson Ballinger on why he chose to play football at Florida
Senior TE Jackson Ballinger is the guest this week on the Inside The Lines podcast.
From lambs to Rams: New principals at Madison Primary say they plan to raise the bar
Principal Jessica Shaffner and Assistant Principal Regan Pore will be leading Madison Primary, a newly-consolidated PreK-2nd grade building at the former Madison South.
Husted: Helping Ohioans afford their first home
Dear friends and neighbors, For many Ohio families, owning a home is a cornerstone of their American Dream. Unfortunately, for too many working families, that dream feels out of reach. I believe hard work should open the door to opportunity, and that includes making it easier to achieve the goal…
Ohio AG announces $17.1B multistate settlement with Meta for safety measures on Instagram, Facebook
COLUMBUS — Ohio Attorney General Andy Wilson announced a landmark $17.1 billion multistate settlement on Wednesday with Meta that will require the company to implement sweeping new safety measures designed to better protect children and teens on Instagram and Facebook. “With this historic settlement, Meta agrees to establish meaningful protections…
Mansfield man killed in Tuesday night motorcycle crash
MANSFIELD – A Mansfield man was killed Tuesday night after a motorcycle crash, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Wesley Perdue, 27, of Mansfield, was pronounced dead at the scene, the Patrol stated. The incident took place on South Trimble Road near West Cook Road in Madison Township, at…
Step by step: Zan’s Mission laces up for 2nd annual Autism Walk
MANSFIELD — The finish line means more than the end of the walk for Zan’s Mission. The second annual Zan’s Mission Autism Walk will raise money to help the organization continue offering family events, expand its outreach and provide more services to families in the community. The walk takes place…
Two Mansfield men arrested as METRICH Enforcement Unit recovers 2 kilos of cocaine
The METRICH Enforcement Unit, assisted by the Richland County Sheriff’s Office, conducted the operation, targeting two vehicles suspected of transporting large quantities of cocaine.
Loudonville receives $1.78M for Main Street bike lanes, pedestrian improvements
Improvements in Loudonville will add 5-foot-wide bike lanes, with a 2-foot buffer, on Main Street from Spring Street to Brentwood Drive.
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