Mansfield City Council slated to vote Tuesday on new contracts with police unions
New contracts for officers in Mansfield’s two police unions are expected to be voted on Tuesday evening during a City Council meeting.
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‘The stone has been rolled away’: Easter message rings out at Kingwood sunrise service
A nearby peacock shrieked a welcome of his own as the 69th annual St. Mark’s Easter Sunrise Service began at 7 a.m. at Kingwood Center Gardens.
Applications open for $5,000 Sandy Mazur Leadership Scholarship
MANSFIELD — A Mid-Ohio scholarship aims to turn local leadership into real opportunity, offering students up to $5,000 to take the next step in their education. Spherion Mid-Ohio staffing and…
From sensory rooms to buddy systems: How churches are building inclusive spaces for people with disabilities
NORTH CENTRAL OHIO — Attending church used to feel out of reach for the Wenzel family. A simple Sunday morning always required being apart. Malorie Wenzel said one parent always…
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Mohican River Watershed is the epicenter of water quality improvement
Solutions Journalism Series This story is Part II of a two-part Solutions Journalism series about the Mohican River’s water quality and how local agencies are working to address the issue. “Who wouldn’t want to come out here, go for a run or walk? It’s so peaceful,” Ashland County Park District…
Nine new acts are featured in Mansfield’s 2026 Final Friday concert series
MANSFIELD — Downtown Mansfield, Inc. (DMI) is turning up the volume for summer 2026 with the return of the Final Friday Concert Series — bringing live music, community energy, and downtown vibrancy to the Carrousel Properties’ Brickyard Stage all season long. This year’s lineup introduces nine new acts to the…
Ohio offers ‘Welcome to Medicare’ virtual educational event on April 8
COLUMBUS — Ohio Department of Insurance Director Judith L. French and staff from the department’s Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program (OSHIIP), the state’s official Medicare education and counseling program, are hosting a free virtual event on April 8 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. to kick off OSHIIP’s spring…
Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development announces search for director
SHELBY — The Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development has announced it is seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to serve as its next Economic and Community Development Director, a key role focused on advancing growth and investment in Shelby and Northern Richland County. This position represents a unique opportunity to shape…
14 arrested, drugs seized in METRICH Operation Bridge
MANSFIELD — The METRICH Enforcement Unit arrested 14 people (four on drug-related felony charges) and seized five different classifications of drugs in Operation Bridge, which the agency conducted on Wednesday, April 1. The goal was to saturate areas within Richland County with law enforcement to interdict criminal activity and enhance…
Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center to host Autism Summer School
MANSFIELD – This summer, Mid-Ohio ESC is offering a Summer School for students with autism to help support school districts with their Extended School Year Services. The program will be held from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Mondays through Thursdays from June 8 through July 2. A second session may…
RCT offers service to Board of Elections during early voting
MANSFIELD — Richland County Transit (RCT) will offer on call stops at the Board of Elections (BOE), weekdays during early voting. April 7 through May 1, passengers can request a stop at the Board of Elections on West Longview when traveling Route 5 (Springmill/Bowman) or Route 9 (West 4th Street) during…
Richland County releases February’s building permits listing
MANSFIELD — Listed here is a report of permits applied for with the Richland County Building Department during the month of February, 2026. These reports are courtesy of Michelle Jordan, Office Manager of the Richland County Building Department. Anyone with questions regarding a specific permit should contact the Richland County…
Clear Fork boys, Ashland girls win Madison Invitational team titles
ASHLAND — The Madison Invitational was held Thursday at Ashland’s Community Stadium because of ongoing renovations at Madison’s STARTEK Stadium. Ashland won the girls team championship with 166 points. Clear Fork (134) was second and Shelby (99) was third. On the boys side, Clear Fork won with 161 points. Ashland…
Senior Spring Extravaganza planned in May for Older Americans Month
The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. will host a free Senior Spring Extravaganza on Friday, May 29.
ABBA musical ‘Mamma Mia!’ returns to the Renaissance Theatre April 24-May 3
The worldwide sensation, “Mamma Mia!,” featuring the music of ABBA, returns to the Renaissance stage for six performances April 24 through May 3.
Mansfield Playhouse comic learned ‘dangers’ of working on the high seas
National touring comedian Andy Beningo will perform April 10 at the Mansfield Playhouse at 8 p.m.
It starts with us: Local leaders call for community wide approach to child abuse prevention
MANSFIELD — We are all responsible for preventing child abuse. That was the prevailing message at Wednesday’s rally hosted by Richland County Children Services in honor of Child Abuse Awareness Month. Awareness efforts often focus on recognizing the signs of child abuse and reporting them to local authorities. But local leaders…
Mid-Ohio ESC to offer summer school for students with autism
Mid-Ohio ESC is offering a summer school for students with autism to help support school districts with their extended school year services.
Ram Care Corner offers easy access to resources inside Madison High School
MADISON TOWNSHIP — A former display case has become a grab-and-go hub for resources and information in the hall outside the library at Madison Comprehensive High School. The Ram Care Corner has nearly everything a student might need in a pinch — from highlighters to hygiene items. Neatly labeled bins…
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