Shelby Council rejects digital sign for VFW Post 291
SHELBY — A proposed digital sign for the Ralph Phillips VFW Post 291 sparked another round of discussion Monday as Shelby City Council weighed preservation standards, downtown aesthetics and public…
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St. Peter’s High School graduated 19 seniors on Sunday afternoon in the Franciscan Activity Center.
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Fredericktown High School graduates 105 in Class of 2026
FREDERICKTOWN — A few tears, numerous smiles and a sense of accomplishment filled Fredericktown High School’s gymnasium on Friday night. The Class of 2026, 105 strong, graduated during commencement ceremonies in front of a full house of family and friends. Valedictorians Katherine Bellman, Raegan Blanchard, Alexander Broerman, Cooper Love and…
Avita Health System recognizes nurses with DAISY Awards
ONTARIO – Three registered nurses at Avita Health System were honored with The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses during Nurses Week. The award is part of The DAISY Foundation’s mission to recognize nurses for the compassionate care they provide to patients and families every day. This year’s DAISY Award recipients are…
Jo Dee Messina brings 30 years of country hits to The Ren in January
MANSFIELD — Country music favorite Jo Dee Messina will bring her powerhouse vocals, chart-topping hits, and deeply personal storytelling to the Renaissance Theatre on Saturday, Jan. 16 at 7:30 p.m. as part of the Avita Health System Concert Series. Known for beloved hits like Heads Carolina, Tails California, Bye Bye,…
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Richland County Park District takes ownership of Niss Waterfall Preserve
MANSFIELD — The Richland County Park District has acquired a massive new nature preserve — but it won’t be open to the public for a few more years. After years of restoration work at the Niss Waterfall Preserve, the Western Reserve Land Conservancy donated the 287-acre property to the county park…
National Police Officers Memorial Day: Honoring the 4 Mansfield Policemen who died in the line of duty
MANSFIELD — Peace Officers Memorial Day was established by President John F. Kennedy in 1962 through a proclamation that designated May 15th as a day of recognition for fallen law enforcement officers. In Mansfield, that means a time to remember the four police officers who died in the line of duty…
Champions crowned in MOESC academic challenge event
MANSFIELD – The 6th-8th grade academic challenge teams concluded their academic challenge season this week. “We want to congratulate all competitors but especially our winners for each tournament,” said the Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center. May 12 (6th grade) Sixth-grade teams: Ashland A & B; Colonel Crawford A & B; Crestline;…
Richland County engineer announces road closure; opening of Hazel Brush Road
MANSFIELD — Richland County Engineer Adam Gove has announced the closure of one road and the opening of another. Rome-Greenwich Road, between Noble Road and Baseline Road in Bloominggrove Township, will be closed beginning Monday, May 18. The road will remain closed for 60 days, weather permitting. The closure will allow…
Friendly House announces Summer Food Service Program
MANSFIELD — The Friendly House/Happy Hollow Day Camp has announced its participation in the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). Meals will be provided to all eligible children free of charge. Children must meet the income guidelines for reduced-price meals in the National School Lunch Program to be eligible to receive…
Voices of Richland County Walking Series begins May 20
ONTARIO – Grab your sneakers, bring a friend, and get ready to have fun because Richland County is stepping into summer one lap at a time. The Voices of Richland County Walking Series is kicking off a fun and energetic community event starting Wednesday, May 20. Hosted by Richland County Mobility Management in…
One motorist cited for OVI during checkpoint on U.S. 42 on Thursday
One motorist was arrested for suspected OVI/DUI on Thursday evening during a 90-minute checkpoint on U.S. 42.
The Great Debate: Sykes weighs in on greatest Tyger basketball team
MANSFIELD — It’s an argument city basketball fans can’t get enough of. Which Mansfield Senior team is the greatest of all time? Former great and current coach Marquis Sykes shared his thoughts during the most recent edition of Beyond the Scoreboard with Effie James. Sykes also talked about his coaching…
Wrecking ball is next: State awards $1 million grant to demolish former West Park Shopping Center
The Richland County Land Bank has been awarded $1 million from the state to tear down the former West Park Shopping Center.
Bids opened for new Richland County Courthouse air conditioning system
Two bids nearly $275,000 apart were opened Thursday morning for a new air conditioning system at the Richland County Courthouse.
Colleen Rice announces retirement from The Domestic Violence Shelter, Inc.
Domestic Violence Shelter Executive Director Colleen Rice announced her retirement on Thursday.
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