Open Source: How do I apply for the owner-occupancy tax credit in Richland County?
More than 30,000 parcels of land in Richland County qualify for owner-occupancy property tax relief.
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Creation Lab invites patrons to think outside the book at Mansfield library
The creative space is located at the library system’s main branch in Mansfield, next to the learning lab on the second floor in the adult reference area.
Second Final Friday concert of summer brings music to downtown Mansfield
Crowds gathered in downtown Mansfield on Friday night for the second Final Friday concert of the season.
Loudonville council confirms Buzzard as fire chief
LOUDONVILLE — Joshua Buzzard is the new Fire Chief in Loudonville after Village Council confirmed his appointment earlier this week. Two firefighter/EMTs, Joshua Fogleman and Starla Phillips, were also confirmed…
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Richland B&O Trail to remain open at Lex-Springmill/Home roads until July 7
The Richland B&O Trail will remain open at its crossing with Lexington-Springmill Road at Home Road until July 7.
Amber Wertman selected Executive Director of North Central State College Foundation
MANSFIELD — North Central State College Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Amber Wertman as its new Executive Director. With more than 20 years of distinguished leadership in nonprofit management and community impact, Wertman brings a proven track record of strategic fundraising, stakeholder engagement, and mission-driven results to…
Richland County sells home seized in major Madison Township drug bust for $91,414
The Wooster Heights residence at 1214 Bechtel Ave. was purchased by Heidi Hahn and Timothy A. Hahn II.
Mansfield man, 31, arrested for allegedly murdering his 3-year-old child in 2024
Alex Morris was taken into custody without incident at a home in the 2800 block of Township Road 164 in Cardington.
MWCD talks Charles Mill and Pleasant Hill lake parks upgrades
A ribbon cutting ceremony and open house are planned for Aug. 1 at Charles Mill to celebrate the park’s new campground and welcome center.
DeWine criticizes U.S. Supreme Court decision ending TPS for thousands of Haitian migrants
The high court’s 6-3 ruling cleared the way for the Trump administration to cancel or allow the expiration of the humanitarian program.
Lexington school board aims to put new income tax, property tax renewal on November ballot
LEXINGTON — Residents of the Lexington Local school district will vote on two school levies in November. Only one would raise taxes. The board voted Wednesday to begin the process of putting a new, 0.75-percent earned income tax before voters, as well as a property tax renewal. Voters overwhelmingly rejected…
Open Source: Introducing Omni Block, the cost-cutting masonry unit coming to local homes
Energy prices and average temperature continue to climb in Ohio, with no sign of slowing down. The combination disadvantages homeowners, forcing them to run their air-conditioning longer. Omni Block is a timely solution.
Water you waiting for? Dive into stream science and protect Mohican, one of Ohio’s most treasured rivers
ASHLAND — If you’ve ever wondered what’s happening beneath the surface of your local creek — or why the health of our streams matters to everyone from anglers and paddlers to local businesses — Ashland Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) has an invitation for you: Grab a pair of…
Ohio State helps farmers manage one of spring’s hidden crop pests: slugs
COLUMBUS — By the time many farmers realize slugs are in their fields, the damage has often already happened. The first clues are easy to miss: irregular holes in young leaves, ragged feeding damage and thin, silvery trails across newly emerged plants. By daylight, the slugs are usually gone, hidden…
Downtown Forward project in Mansfield gets $5 million in historic tax credits for redevelopment
It will use buildings around the Brickyard downtown that Mansfield residents John and Mimi Fernyak are donating.
‘At a loss for words’: State funding brings $400,000 to Taking Root Farms
MANSFIELD — What once felt years away suddenly moved within reach for Taking Root Farms. The non-profit organization will receive $400,000 through Ohio’s capital budget to build projects designed to serve adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Ohio Senate approved the capital budget June 3, and the Ohio House…
Girls flag football recognized as OHSAA’s 29th prep sport
COLUMBUS — The Ohio High School Athletic Association has elevated girls flag football to a fully recognized sport for the 2026-27 school year, following a unanimous vote of the OHSAA Board of Directors at its June meeting. Girls flag football becomes the OHSAA’s 29th recognized sport, including 15 sports for girls…
Mid-Ohio ESC hosts 4th annual Teacher Boot Camps
MANSFIELD – This summer, educators from districts in Crawford County, Morrow County and Richland County had the opportunity to participate in the fourth annual Teacher Boot Camps. Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center’s Business Advisory Council and Workforce Development partners in each county organized these programs to show teachers what goes on…
New-look Mansfield Speedway welcomes sprint cars to town
UPDATE: Friday’s Summer Sprint Car Opener has been canceled because of impending weather. Saturday’s races will go on as scheduled. Gates will open for early access at 3 p.m. with gates opening for walk-up customers at 4 p.m. There will be a driver autograph and meet-and-greet from 3:30 p.m. to…
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