Mansfield’s Main Street Corridor Improvement Project on track for end-of-October completion
City of Mansfield engineer Bob Bianchi said Thursday the $20.3 million, 18-month project is on track to be finished on time.
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Panning for purpose: Bellville’s Gold Rush Days turns prospecting into education, charity
Gold Rush Days events will include common digs where participants can take home Ohio gold and enjoy more kid-focused activities throughout the weekend.
A familiar sight along Park Avenue West is about to disappear after years of standing unfinished
Editor’s Note: This story was updated to reflect the correct demolition date and additional comments from Josh Bradley. ONTARIO — The partially constructed church at 1943 Park Avenue West has…
Eating good: Coney Fest leads to check for HOPE Food Pantry
“If you bring food, it’s always good,” said Ian Chambers, HOPE’s pantry specialist. “Money is sometimes better because you can get more from the food bank with that.”
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Culvert replacement will close section of U.S. 42 in Richland County next week
MANSFIELD — The Ohio Department of Transportation has announced a culvert replacement project that will impact Richland County drivers starting next week. The closure will affect U.S. Route 42, between Cedarwood Drive and Gables Blvd., will close Wednesday, Sept. 9 for a culvert replacement. The detour route will be U.S.…
Richland County Foundation Women’s Fund seeks nominations for JoAnn Dutton Volunteerism Award
MANSFIELD — The Women’s Fund of the Richland County Foundation is accepting nominations for the JoAnn Dutton Volunteer Community Service Award. The award celebrates and honors women leaders who devote a significant amount of time and energy in a meaningful way to local charitable organizations. This award sponsored by the…
A reason to celebrate: Five years later, Bloom has grown — with a little Fizz
MANSFIELD — A shopping trip at Bloom doesn’t always end with a bag of clothes. Sometimes it ends with a dirty soda, a conversation with a friend or simply a few extra minutes spent somewhere that has become part of a customer’s routine. That transformation is something Janelle Blake is…
Bridging the gap: Mansfield works on next step to connect B&O Trail into downtown
City Council approved spending $175,000 for design and engineering services for a new 11-foot-wide concrete sidewalk along Trimble Road from Marion Avenue to Millsboro Trail.
Get ready to ‘Eat Mor Chikin,’ Ashland: Final steps to land Chick-fil-A are in motion
The Georgia-based company plans to construct a 4,472-square-foot restaurant next to Culver’s along U.S. 250 near Interstate 71.
Housing project for veterans, seniors in Mansfield to carry $26 to $30 million price tag
Mansfield City Council on Tuesday evening approved a rezoning request to build 61 housing units inside former Brightspeed building.
‘We have to solve it’: Local leaders look for solutions to child care challenges
Explore how Mansfield leaders say child care gaps strain families, workers and Ohio’s economy — and why communities must collaborate on solutions.
Madison QB’s accurate night keys Rams’ first win
COLUMBUS — Football players from all over Ohio put up some amazing performances in the second week of the season. The Ohio Prep Sports Media Association compiles the best of the best in Week Two with the OPSMA High School Football Notebook. In our neighborhood -Madison quarterback Carson Cook completed…
Kiwanis Club of Mansfield’s 9/11 Memorial slated for the Area Agency on Aging
MANSFIELD — The Kiwanis Club of Mansfield, Ohio proudly presents its fourth annual 9/11 Memorial Field of Honor, a striking display of 500 American flags standing together in tribute from Sept. 5 through 12 at the Area Agency on Aging – Ohio District 5, 2131 Park Avenue West, Ontario. The Field…
Richland County Foundation awards 2 education grants to Abraxas
MANSFIELD – The Richland County Foundation recently awarded grants for this school year to local teachers across Richland County for their creative or supplemental programs not covered by school funding. The grants are awarded to individual classroom teachers or small teams of classroom teachers with a maximum grant amount of…
Avita Crestline Pharmacy relocates to new home on North Seltzer Street
CRESTLINE – Avita Health System has relocated Crestline Pharmacy to its new home at 245 N. Seltzer Street, providing patients with expanded services, added convenience, and enhanced amenities. Avita recently welcomed community members, local leaders, and partners to tour the facility and celebrate this investment in pharmacy services for the Crestline community.…
Residents share stories of addiction, faith and healing at overdose awareness event
Stan and Jen Lemon founded Richland County’s Overdose Awareness Day event ten years ago following the death of their son, Nick.
Catalyst Life Services helps local youth build skills through summer employment
This summer, more than 80 local youth gained hands-on work experience through Catalyst Life Services’ 2026 Summer Youth Employment Program. The program drew strong interest from across Richland County, with 164 youth submitting applications for the opportunity to participate. In partnership with Richland County Job and Family Services and the…
America 250-Ohio launches Trails & Tales Passport Program
Sites on existing trails – Ohio Air & Space, Creativity, Lake Erie to Ohio River, Innovation, and Transportation – are organized into five online passports, with a sixth passport coming soon.
Property transfers: ArcelorMittal purchases former bank building in Shelby
SHELBY — ArcelorMittal Tubular Products USA LLC purchased a former bank building at 85 West Main St. for $280,000, according to recent property transfer records. The property was purchased from Oak Ridge Land CO. LLC, who originally bought the parcels in July 2025. In an email response, ArcelorMittal Tubular Products…
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