MANSFIELD — North central Ohio residents looking to support those fighting against the Dakota Access Pipeline will have their chance on Friday, Dec. 9 in Central Park. An event, “Protecting the Land, Protecting the Water” is a musical tribute geared toward raising awareness for the NO DAPL protests in North Dakota. The pipeline is a […]
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Drowning Pool, 9Electric to rock Whiskey Warehouse tonight
MANSFIELD — The Whiskey Warehouse is fulfilling their goal of bringing live music to Mansfield. Two bands with national audiences will play the stage Thursday, Dec. 8. Drowning Pool and 9Electric said they are excited to perform at the venue around 9 p.m. “We were in Mansfield this summer for the Ink In The Clink […]
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Technology brings a new level of nostalgia to ‘A 1940s Nutcracker’
MANSFIELD – Audiences at the Renaissance Theatre will be transported back in time on Saturday with a revamped version of “A 1940s Nutcracker” presented by Neos Dance Theatre. A new technology called “projection mapping” will be used to create a virtual Mansfield for two performances of “A 1940s Nutcracker” this Saturday, Dec. 10. The projection mapping comes […]
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Ontario Middle School revitalizes Science Fair
ONTARIO – For the first time in over a decade, Ontario Middle School hosted a district Science Fair that encouraged students across three grades to explore the sciences. At least 228 science fair exhibits were sprawled across the Ontario Middle School gymnasium on Wednesday evening, from the entire eighth grade class as well as the […]
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Richland Chronicles Chapter 20: A Shot Rang Out
Editor’s Note: This is an ongoing series which runs each Thursday morning titled the Richland Chronicles Volume 2, by author Paul Lintern. It is set in the summer of 1831 and tells the story of Richland County through the eyes of young people. This is the second in a three-book trilogy. Volume 1 was Amelia Changes […]
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Duane Fishpaw named to finish Stewart’s term as Ashland mayor
ASHLAND – First Ward City Councilman Duane Fishpaw was appointed by City Council to serve as mayor for the duration of Mayor Glen Stewart’s term. Fishpaw was approved as mayor by a 3-0 vote (Fishpaw abstained and Bob Valentine was absent) during a special meeting Wednesday afternoon in the mayor’s office. “Last night, the council […]
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NOL heavyweights ready for action
MANSFIELD, Ohio — The good news is Shelby coach Natalie Lantz and Ontario’s Sarah Krichbaum both welcomed back a wealth of talent this winter. The bad news is they weren’t alone. If the first two weeks of the season are any indication, the chase for the final Northern Ohio League championship is going to be […]
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Winter is coming, so may mice and other pests
MANSFIELD — As the weather changes from warm to cold, many residences and businesses may find new, unwanted pests in their midst. “All they need is a quarter-inch hole,” said Mike Reed, owner of Absolute Pest Control Services. “Mice will come in for shelter for the winter. They can be in the house year-round.” Reed […]
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Galion Elementary PTO hosts The Santa Shop
GALION – The Galion Elementary Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) is excited to give students the opportunity to experience the joy of choosing their own special holiday gifts for family and friends. The organization is hosting The Santa Shop in the Galion Intermediate School Dec. 7 to 9 and Dec. 12 to 14. Primary and Intermediate School […]
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Flour Barrel’s new owner excited to be part of Ashland business community
ASHLAND – The new owner of The Flour Barrel, 1289 B Claremont Ave., celebrated joining the area business community with a ribbon cutting Wednesday morning less than two months after taking over ownership. Rhonda Boulden became owner of the bulk food store on Oct. 10 after the previous owner had advertised in the local newspaper […]