Don’t let spring sunshine fool you, Ohio waters remain cold
COLUMBUS – As Ohio begins to welcome warmer spring weather, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is reminding everyone that water temperatures remain dangerously cold. Lakes, rivers, and streams are…
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Leaps and Bounds: Shelby’s Henkel aims for 2nd outdoor long jump state title
SHELBY — For Shelby’s Madison Henkel, the standard is the standard. Nothing less than 19 feet will do. The reigning Division II outdoor and indoor state champ in the long…
A Stroll Through the Garden: Morel mushrooms are almost here
A friend of mine from church is an expert morel mushroom hunter. The temperatures have been going up and down, but I do remember 73 as a high last week,…
Richland County gunners endure slight decrease in youth turkey numbers
MANSFIELD – Richland County youth hunters faced a tough spring turkey special hunting weekend. There were 21 birds checked during the state’s special youth-only weekend on April 18 and 19.…
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Statewide talent takes center stage at Mansfield Art Center for 81st May Show
Paintings, sculptures and striking photography command the spotlight at the Mansfield Art Center’s 81st Annual May Show.
Former church on Millsboro Road sells for $525,000
The former home to Agape Korean Seventh-day Adventist Church 1501 Millsboro Road sold for $525,000 to NJG Real Estate LLC.
K.E. McCartney earns $241K contract to oversee Richland County roundabout construction
K.E. McCartney & Associates on Thursday was awarded a $241,990 contract to oversee the construction of a a $2.44 million roundabout.
Erik Gimbel Big Band to play Ashland Jazz Society
The Big Bands and All That Jazz Society of Ashland will host its season finale with the Erik Gimbel Big Band on May 11 at 7 p.m.
Olive and Oak Company announces boutique expansion in Fredericktown
FREDERICKTOWN — Olive and Oak Company will expand beyond Mansfield and open a permanent retail space inside The Shoppe on Main at 167 N. Main St., on May 1. The expansion brings boutique-style fashion to a new community just ahead of Mother’s Day. “It’s the perfect opportunity for people to…
Purpose after prison: How raising orphaned wildlife helped one woman heal
Discover how caring for orphaned wildlife gave Sharon Young a new purpose after prison. Read her inspiring journey and learn about the program.
4th annual ‘Donate for London’ blood drive returns May 7 at Madison
MADISON TOWNSHIP — Carley Hamilton said she still remembers the long hours spent waiting for blood to arrive while her daughter, London, fought for life. London, now a sixth grader at Madison Middle School, received a diagnosis of Ewing Sarcoma in 2022 while attending third grade at Madison South. During…
Madison South assistant principal hired as new Loudonville High School principal
LOUDONVILLE — The Loudonville-Perrysville Exempted Village School District has announced that Kyle Gordon has been named the principal of Loudonville High School, the district announced in a Tuesday afternoon press release. Gordon brings a strong background in classroom instruction, instructional leadership, and school administration, along with a clear commitment to…
Madison Local School District announces open enrollment dates: May 1 to 31
MADISON TOWNSHIP — The Madison Local School District will accept open enrollment applications in May for the 2026-2027 school year.. The window for open enrollment applications runs from Friday, May 1 to Sunday, May 31. All applications must be submitted by May 31 to be considered for approval. For more…
Mansfield police arrest 21-year-old man for alleged downtown theft & vandalism
Chief Jason Bammann had a message Wednesday morning for folks trying to spoil good things happening in the community.
Bucyrus instructor is 2026 Ohio Teacher of the Year & a national finalist
BUCYRUS — Teachers of Tomorrow, the nation’s top alternative teacher certification, is proud to announce Jaysia Morris as the Ohio Teachers of Tomorrow Teacher of the Year, recognizing her exceptional commitment to her students, classroom, and school community. “I have always felt called to be an educator and a leader,” Morris said. Morris serves as K-12…
Ohio Supreme Court justice to give keynote speech to local Democrats
MANSFIELD — The Richland County Democratic Party has scheduled its annual Joseph H. Mudra Legacy Dinner on Saturday, May 2, at the Wappner Life Celebration Center at 129 S. Main St. Ohio Supreme Court Justice Jennifer Brunner will be the keynote speaker. Brunner serves as one of seven justices of…
Jeff Parton hired by Chamber to lead economic, community development in Shelby
The Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development has hired Jeff Parton as economic and community development director for the city of Shelby, effective June 1.
Music Academy of Karate and Empowerment promotes adult students
The Music Academy of Karate and Empowerment held its adult class promotion on April 23.
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