MADISON TOWNSHIP, Ohio — His playing time has been limited, but a smaller role hasn’t shaken Deion Miller’s confidence. Madison’s senior guard is more sure of himself than ever. The Richland Bank Athlete of the Week, Miller scored 11 fourth-quarter points as the Rams upset Ontario 59-53 in the opening game of last week’s Richland […]
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Mansfield schools to hire permanent treasurer
MANSFIELD, Ohio — Mansfield City Schools will vote to hire a treasurer, Robert Kuehnle, Tuesday evening during a special meeting. The hire, if passed by the board of education, will mark the end of a seven-month search for a treasurer. Kuehnle has served as treasurer for Benjamin Logan Local School District at Bellafontaine for 12 […]
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‘The Candi Bar’ moves to Harding Way in Galion
GALION, Ohio — Five years ago Beth Cramblett woke up and smelled the coffee. She wanted to be creative again, spawning the idea for The Candi Bar. “I worked administrative and human resources jobs. I just used to design, floral design, and I worked for a florist for a while and … Galion just needed […]
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Creative branding boosts local businesses
MANSFIELD, Ohio – It can be easy for consumers to become bored with everyday business practices when living in today’s over-stimulated world. Therefore, more businesses have tried borrowing methods from the entertainment world to stand out from the crowd. Dressing employees to fit the brand, similar to costuming, is one facet of building a strong […]
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What’s next for Chase Tower in Mansfield?
MANSFIELD, Ohio – The tallest building in Mansfield sits in limbo after its anchor tenant vacated the premises last fall. Commonly known as the Chase Tower, the 157-foot tall building needs a new name after its namesake, Chase Bank, moved out in October. Building owner Kurt Stimens said Chase was the latest in the long […]
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Local mothers help Syrian refugees with “Carry The Future”
MANSFIELD, Ohio – Heather Tsavaris could feel her heart breaking as she watched footage of thousands of refugees from Syria and the Middle East fleeing their home countries. In particular, she was most affected by watching parents who had no choice but to carry their babies and young children in their arms into Europe. More […]
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T.G.I. Friday’s to open Feb. 8 in Ontario
ONTARIO, Ohio — T.G.I. Friday’s restaurant is expected to open Feb. 8, according to General Manager Gary Dawson. The building first became vacant when Johnny Biggs Booze N’ Burgers closed on Aug. 29, 2015 due to a desire to reopen T.G.I. Friday’s. The same company owns the two restaurant chains, Dawson said. Johnny Biggs first […]
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Richland Mall thinks innovation to survive
ONTARIO, Ohio – Shopping malls have been a fixture in American consumerism since their inception in the 1950s, but competition from big retailers and online shopping has taken its toll on malls around the country. In Richland County, the Richland Mall has resorted to thinking creatively in order to survive. About one-third of the approximately […]
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Crystal Ball Gazing: These are the sports stories to watch for in 2016
MANSFIELD, Ohio — Here at the Richland Source, we are forward thinkers. Instead of regurgitating one of those cookie-cutter 2015 Year in Review stories, we’ve dusted off our crystal ball to take a look into the future. Here are five stories worth keeping an eye on in 2016. Tyrell Ajian Sweepstakes: Madison’s do-it-all junior has […]
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InfoGPS garners regional recognition for a successful launch
MANSFIELD, Ohio — InfoGPS is a local business gaining regional recognition. The software company was one of four small businesses recognized last month by SCORE and the Ohio Small Business Development Center at Kent State University at Stark for its success in starting and growing its firm. “It’s flattering to see other people respond to what you’re […]