Balancing board duties and the trail: Matthew Failor readies Alaskan Husky Adventures for 2027 Iditarod
The Mansfield native has been elected as president of the Iditarod Official Finishers Club, earning a seat on the Iditarod Trail Committee Board of Directors.
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Winning Formula: Lucas uses rugged running attack and stingy defense to clip Eagles
BEAVER — The bus ride from Eastern High School to Lucas takes almost two-and-a-half hours — and the Lucas Cubs enjoyed every minute of it late Friday night. Using a…
Stars put on a show, but Ashland falls in classic at Canal Winchester
CANAL WINCHESTER – The Arrows simply refused to fit the role of playoff underdog Friday night. Behind a massive team effort and another historic outing from senior Killian O’Brien, Ashland…
Gutsy 4th-down conversion lifts Freddies over Newark Catholic
FREDERICKTOWN — Once upon a time football coach Scott Spitler led his Lucas Cubs to a Division VII state championship game played at the Pro Football Hall of Fame in…
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Charter wraps up $15 million northern Richland County broadband effort, exceeds initial target
A multiyear effort to bring high-speed fiber internet to underserved rural residents in northern Richland County has officially crossed the finish line.
GOAL Digital Academy celebrates 1st quarter Honor Roll students from Mansfield, Galion & Cardington
MANSFIELD — GOAL Digital Academy is proud to recognize the academic achievements of students who earned a place on the Quarter One Honor Roll for the 2026-2027 school year. These students have demonstrated dedication and commitment to academic excellence, setting a strong foundation for success in the year ahead.
Costumes, candy and community: Bellville’s Halloween Parade fills Main Street
BELLVILLE — Bellville’s Halloween Parade brought a lineup of costumed characters to the village Thursday evening. From spooky outfits to flame-twirling batons, participants showed off their Halloween spirit during the parade.
More than pastries: The purpose behind Bakehouse at Maple Lake
MANSFIELD — The pastry case at Bakehouse at Maple Lake holds more than a variety of treats. It reflects days of careful work and a mission rooted in helping others. At 287 Taylor Rd., croissants, bread, French macarons and cakes share space with a larger purpose than just curing a…
Lady Lex falls to Elida in district final
LEXINGTON — Lady Lex’s second-half magic ran out Thursday night. Elida’s Lexi Good scored on a penalty kick with 18:22 remaining and the Bulldogs held on for a 2-1 win in the Division III girls district final.
The play Washington chose: Ohio State Mansfield marks Veterans Day with historic reading of CATO
MANSFIELD – The theatre program at The Ohio State University at Mansfield will commemorate Veterans Day with two free staged readings of an abridged version of Cato, a tragedy about the end of the Roman Republic that inspired the leaders of the American Revolution. Event details Event: CATO: The Play…
Chick-fil-A Ontario to open Nov. 5 with a ‘Moove-In Party’
ONTARIO — The cows are coming home to Ontario and plenty of chicken is right behind them. Chick-fil-A will open Nov. 5 at 6:30 a.m. at 897 N. Lexington-Springmill Road.
Avita Health System celebrates grand opening of Bucyrus Orthopedic and Therapy Center
BUCYRUS – Avita Health System celebrated the grand opening of its new Bucyrus Orthopedic and Therapy Center during a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Oct. 28. The new facility, located adjacent to Avita Bucyrus Hospital, officially opened to patients on Oct. 26.
Section of Bartley Avenue closed in Mansfield
MANSFIELD — The City of Mansfield has announced that due to a water main repair, it is necessary to close sections of the following road while work is being completed. Bartley Avenue from Sloane Avenue to Cline Avenue.
OHSAA removes Glenville from football playoffs amid probe
COLUMBUS – The Ohio High School Athletic Association has removed Cleveland Glenville High School from the 2026 football playoffs as part of an ongoing investigation into Cleveland Metropolitan School District inaccurately assigning student participation opportunities to Glenville. The announcement was issued in a press release late Thursday afternoon.
Gallery: Bellville trick-or-treat brings costumes, candy and community fun
Halloween took center stage in Bellville as trick-or-treaters filled the village streets Thursday evening.
‘Gobbling up more of the pie’: Richland County commissioners scrutinize sheriff’s 2027 budget plan
Richland County Sheriff Steve Sheldon was asked by county commissioners Thursday to recommend places he would trim from his 2027 budget.
100+ Women for Shelby marks community milestone, opens 2027 membership drive
Members of 100+ Women for Shelby gathered Monday evening at the Shelby Community and Senior Center for their annual End-of-Year Celebration.
Gorman-Rupp Company elevates two longtime employees to senior leadership positions
The Gorman-Rupp Co. has elevated two longtime employees to senior leadership positions, establishing a new chief administrative post and selecting its head of information technology.
A Stroll Through the Garden: Ohio’s native grasses offer intriguing landscape options
I have previously noted that we should start growing Ohio native grasses in our yards. A few of my readers wanted more information along these lines. Specifically, one reader asked for more information on the two of the native grasses I mentioned and whether they would work in her yard.…
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