2026 Richland County Fair results highlight winners in various categories
MANSFIELD — The Richland County Fair is often the culmination of a long year of taking care of farm animals, or working on a creative 4-H project. So, we wanted…
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Authentic food, dance and music draw visitors to Mansfield’s 46th annual Greek Festival
MANSFIELD — One might come for the food, or the dancing, or the music. Those have all been good reasons to attend the traditional Mansfield Greek Festival over the past…
A coney’s worst day: Richland Carrousel Park hosts Coney Fest to beat a dog day afternoon
Where else can you find an array of coney dogs, crates of snakes and so much more, all with a carousel in the backdrop?
Heart of the City Cruise-In makes vintage car fans want to ‘Beg, Borrow & Steal’
Cars of all makes and models, some dating back to the 1920s, lined the Richland County Fairgrounds as car owners, sellers and viewers alike listened to a performance from Mansfield…
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Quick-starting Crestline rolls past Crestview
OLIVESBURG – Through two weeks of its season, Crestline has played about two quarters of solid, smash-mouth football. Those two quarters came Friday night at Crestview’s Scott Bailey Memorial Field, and they were enough to have third-year Bulldogs head coach Hastings Robinette believing his squad has the makeup to have…
Aug. 28: Mansfield-area high school football roundup
Madison spanks Caledonia River Valley Mansfield Madison unleashed a high-powered offensive show to knock off Caledonia River Valley 41-12 Friday in Ohio high school football action on Aug. 28. Neither defense permitted points in the first quarter. The Rams’ offense roared in front for a 28-6 lead over the Vikings…
Two senior citizens killed after 2-vehicle motorcycle crash Friday in Seneca County
HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP — Two senior citizens were killed Friday after a motorcycle crash in Seneca County, according to the Norwalk Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Ronald Kuyken, 74, of Fremont, was pronounced dead at the scene, the Patrol reported. The passenger on the motorcycle, Susan Kuyken, 65, of…
Ashland County Humane Society helps state seize 72 dogs from Loudonville operation
Fifty adult dogs and 22 puppies were removed from the breeder, according to Tiffany Meyer, director of the Ashland County Humane Society.
Power & passion: Mansfield athlete’s weight-loss journey turns into bronze medal
Nunes-Quimby spent the first three decades of her life away from athletics. That changed when her kids started taekwondo. Nunes-Quimby, 150 pounds heavier than she is today, began taking fitness classes at the same gym and later transitioned into combat sports.
It quickly became a hard-to-shake habit.
Section of Rock Road to close Aug. 31 through Sept. 1
ONTARIO — Richland County Engineer Adam Gove has released an upcoming county road closure which will impact local drivers. Rock Road, between Stiving Road and Stein Road in Jackson Township, will be closed between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 31 and Tuesday, Sept. 1. The closure will allow for…
A Stroll Through the Garden: Peaches provide summer sunshine from a jar
Peach pies have been a weakness of mine for many years. A friend’s wife from church made the most incredible peach pies I’ve ever tasted. I’m sorry to say that she passed away several years ago. She made peach pies from the peach trees he had in their orchard. He…
‘An opening to a longer conversation’: Mansfield leaders partner with NAACP on ‘Town Hall’ series
“Thanks for speaking up and sharing your hearts. I do want you to know we do hear what you’re saying,” Mayor Jodie Perry said.
Opa! Greek Festival returns to Mansfield for 46th year
MANSFIELD — Some traditions are measured in years. Others are measured in the people who keep coming back. For 46 years, Sts. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church has welcomed Mansfield residents and visitors to its annual Greek Festival, where homemade food, dancing and fellowship bring thousands of people together…
Secton of State Route 314 closed for culvert replacement
MANSFIELD — State Route 314 just north of Millsboro Road closed on Thursday, Aug. 27 for a culvert replacement, according to the Ohio Department of Transportation. The detour route is: State Route 314 south to State Route 309 west to State Route 61/State Route 309 in Galion to State Route…
Richland County OKs road salt contract that will supply most local government needs this winter
The great road salt worries are over for most of Richland County for the upcoming winter.
Dracula returns to the Renaissance after sold-out run
MANSFIELD, OHIO – He’s back. After a sold-out run last fall, the Renaissance Theatre’s terrifying stage adaptation of Dracula returns to the intimate Theatre 166 this October, bringing blood, jump scares, 70s rock, and a few new surprises along with it. Written and directed by Ryan Shealy and adapted from…
Gator Chomp: Centerburg’s Jackson Ballinger on why he chose to play football at Florida
Senior TE Jackson Ballinger is the guest this week on the Inside The Lines podcast.
From lambs to Rams: New principals at Madison Primary say they plan to raise the bar
Principal Jessica Shaffner and Assistant Principal Regan Pore will be leading Madison Primary, a newly-consolidated PreK-2nd grade building at the former Madison South.
Husted: Helping Ohioans afford their first home
Dear friends and neighbors, For many Ohio families, owning a home is a cornerstone of their American Dream. Unfortunately, for too many working families, that dream feels out of reach. I believe hard work should open the door to opportunity, and that includes making it easier to achieve the goal…
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