MANSFIELD — The Richland County Foundation used an unconventional method Wednesdasy to celebrate its 75th anniversary Wednesday — via Zoom and Facebook Live. “Today was supposed to be a celebration of 75 years of service to Richland County,” said Brady Groves, president of the Richland County Foundation. “I’m positive that we have continued with the […]
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Lake County judge rules Ohio health dept. lockdown orders went too far
PAINESVILLE — A county judge on the shores of Lake Erie ruled Wednesday that Ohio has overstepped its authority in closing gyms and fitness centers for two months in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. In ordering an injunction that immediately allows gyms and health clubs to reopen, Lake County Common Pleas Court Judge Eugene Lucci […]
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DMI postpones start of Final Friday concert series
MANSFIELD — Downtown Mansfield Inc. has officially postponed the start of the 2020 Final Friday season. The decision was announced on the Facebook page for The Brickyard on Monday evening, citing Gov. Mike DeWine’s orders on mass gatherings due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This year’s concert series was originally scheduled to begin on May 29. “(We) […]
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Dulce Amor serves up Mexican sweets
MANSFIELD — Richland County has its fair share of Mexican restaurants, ice cream parlors and coffee shops. But Lexington Avenue’s newest eatery, Dulce Amor, might be the first to combine all three. Dulce Amor opened April 24 at 1350 Lexington Avenue. It’s a family business, owned and operated by Jesus, Luis and Natalia Davalos and […]
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5-year forecast projects increased debt for Mansfield City Schools
MANSFIELD — Finances dominated the discussion during Tuesday’s meeting of the Mansfield City school board. Interim treasurer Jill Smith gave an overview of the five-year forecast, which projected the district will continue spending more than it brings in over the next five years. Mansfield City Schools Five Year Forecast, May 2020 Smith predicted the district’s […]
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Mansfield City Council OKs countywide plan that could include litter control enforcement officer
MANSFIELD — Mansfield City Council on Tuesday approved the new five-year plan for the Richland County Solid Waste District, which could include a litter control enforcement officer. According to the 210-page plan, a litter patrol officer in the sheriff’s department could be created that would help enforce illegal dumping and other violations within the county, […]
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Lex youth league cancels season, other communities push forward
LEXINGTON — Mike Bichsel didn’t want to pull the plug, but the president of the Lexington Baseball Softball Association didn’t see any choice. The LBSA board of directors announced over the weekend the cancellation of the 2020 season because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Gov. Mike DeWine last week announced recreational baseball and softball leagues (along […]
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Shelby Park Board votes to open Seltzer Pool for 2020 season
SHELBY — Swimming will happen in Shelby this summer after the Shelby Park Board voted to open Seltzer Pool for the 2020 season. The Park Board met in a special session on Tuesday afternoon specifically to discuss opening the pool. In a 4-1 vote, with board member Geoff Allen voting against, the board voted to open […]
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Ashland University to join Great Midwest Athletic Conference in summer of 2021
ASHLAND – The Ashland University Board of Trustees has affirmed the school’s decision to join the Great Midwest Athletic Conference, beginning with the 2021-22 academic year. The University, which has claimed four Division II national championships in the past seven years, will be the 14th member of the nine-year-old GMAC, which includes schools from Ohio, […]
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Numerous area pools will open this summer
Note: This article has been updated with information about the Walnut Hills Swim Club. MANSFIELD — Despite the cancellation of many beloved summertime events, one classic activity will remain accessible to the public this summer. Gov. Mike DeWine has announced that pools can reopen May 26 if they are regulated by local health departments. This […]