The Galion Police Department has been made aware of a possible telephone scam occurring with some local residents and businesses. The caller claims to be associated with the Galion Utility Department and advises the resident or business that they are delinquent on utilities and that utilities will be shut off if they do not pay […]
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Notes from a dirty, old gardener: Five Days
If you’re like me and a last minute shopper, here are my top five Christmas gift ideas for the gardener on your list: 1) Felco Pruners – A pair of Felco pruners underneath the tree Christmas morning is every gardener’s dream, at least mine anyways. They cost a bit more – actually, a lot more […]
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Lady Colts blast St. Peter’s in opener
Deijah Swihart scored 21 points and Erika Farst added 17 and Clear Fork belted Mansfield St. Peter’s (67-33) in non-conference girls’ basketball action at the Franciscan Center on Tuesday night. After the first 3:15 of the game it was (12-0) Lady Colts as they frazzled the Lady Spartans, who were without two of their better […]
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Richland Bank makes Christmas donation to The Friendly House on behalf of their customers
This year will be a little brighter at one of our community non-profits. On Tuesday, Nov. 25, Richland Bank President John Brown presented Terry Conard, Director of The Friendly House, a check for $1,000 on behalf of Richland Bank’s customers. “Once again, Richland Bank employees have decided to show their gratitude to our wonderful clients […]
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Galion’s season ends with playoff loss to Triway
Galion had a good defense this season, but on Friday night they just ran into a team that they -and every other defense- were not suited to stop. A 42-7 loss to Triway brought their high school football season came to an end. Parker Carmichael passed for 451 yards and […]
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Mansfield attorney endorses Naumoff for Judge
This November Richland County will be presented with an unique opportunity to help shape the future of our county. It is my hope that you will join me in electing Phil Naumoff to the position of Common Pleas Court Judge. As is the case with so many today who are engaged in social media, I […]
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Morrow County to decide commissioner, multiple levies
MORROW COUNTY – There is “nothing new that voters need to know,” said Penny Porter, director of the Morrow County Board of Elections. “Everything is posted on our website.” Porter would like to remind voters of the office hours for the Board of Elections: Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., closed Friday. On […]
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Mansfield YMCA Flag Football Registration ends Sept. 4
This fall, the Mansfield YMCA will host its annual Youth Flag Football League. This league is designed for boys and girls who want to learn the fundamentals of football in a positive and uplifting environment. The league is currently in its seventh year and has grown to approximately 175 participants, noted Kerrick Franklin, Community Outreach […]
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Armed Forces veteran receives high school diploma at age 72
Jerry Lee Niswander accepted his high school diploma from the Lucas School Board this past Tuesday at the monthly school board meeting. Niswander, a 72-year-old armed forces veteran, said he didn’t even know until recently that he could get his diploma. “Anyone who quit school to join the armed forces could get their high school […]
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Golfers, sponsors needed for Citizens for Children Services scramble event
Citizens for Children Services is seeking golfers, hole sponsors and corporate sponsors for its 2014 “Fore Our Kids Golf Classic” coming up Friday, Sept. 19, at the Pebble Creek Golf Club near Lexington. The cost to play in the scramble event is $300 for a four-member team or $75 for an individual. The cost includes […]