MANSFIELD, Ohio – A number of Richland County organizations and individuals were honored Thursday for their contributions to the Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging. Duana Patton, chief executive officer of the Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, said the day was all about bringing together community partners to honor the agency’s mission […]
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Youth and Family Council designated to serve as a Healthier Buckeye Council
MANSFIELD, Ohio — The Richland County Youth and Family Council hopes to obtain grant money to provide services specifically targeting the 16-24-year-old population. Teresa Alt, executive director of the Richland County Youth and Family Council, shared this information with the county commissioners Thursday. Following Alt’s recommendation, commissioners approved a resolution that designates the Richland County […]
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Worth the Wait: Lady Lex tops Clear Fork
LEXINGTON, Ohio — First-year Lexington coach Brian Thompson had to wait an extra couple of weeks to get his first win. Lady Lex’s wait for an Ohio Cardinal Conference victory was considerably longer. Courtney Gouge scored 10 points and grabbed nine rebounds as Lexington knocked off backyard rival Clear Fork 38-31 Thursday at Lexington. It […]
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‘Miracle on 34th Street’ brings freedom to believe to Mansfield
MANSFIELD, Ohio — Mansfield Playhouse Director Doug Wertz has lost count of how many plays he has directed. “Maybe I should go back and look someday,” he said, pausing to think between words. “I’ve directed for over 25 years.” So Miracle on 34th Street will be number … well, it’s up there. The show will […]
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Mansfield pastor-gone-polygamist involved in Children Services court case
MANSFIELD, Ohio — Thomas N. Miller and his two wives who made international headlines earlier this week are involved in an open court case with Richland County Children Services, according to court files. Due to the nature of the case, the Millers’ attorney, John Boyd, said he could not discuss its details Wednesday night. According […]
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Galion man 1 of 2 arrested for Ontario KeyBank robbery
GALION, Ohio — (UPDATE) Taylor Crisman, 18, one of the two men arrested Wednesday in connection with last month’s KeyBank hostage-style robbery, is from Galion. Crisman’s home address is listed as 584 N. Union St., according to Galion police. Galion Chief of Police Brian Saterfield said Crisman has a history in the Crawford County Juvenile […]
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Galco headlines 15 All-Ohio football players from Richland Co.
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Lucas senior running back Mason Galco spearheaded a contingent of 15 Richland County football players who earned All-Ohio honors this week, according to the Associated Press. The 5-foot-11, 175-pound senior was a Division VII first-team selection on Wednesday night after leading the Cubs to their first two playoff wins in school history […]
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Socks For Seniors drive hits area
ONTARIO, Ohio – The Area Agency on Aging and We ACT have teamed up to introduce a national initiative this holiday season. Socks For Seniors is a nonprofit community service project that organizes, collects, and distributes new socks for the elderly across the country. It started 12 years ago in Columbus by Jamie Coyne. The […]
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Land bank board approves ‘new name,’ logo
MANSFIELD, Ohio – While the Richland County Land Reutilization Corporation will retain its official title for legal purposes, members of the nonprofit entity’s board passed a motion Wednesday to present itself as the Richland County Land Bank going forward. Bart Hamilton, chair of the land bank board of directors, had board members in attendance say […]
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“One Strike” program aims to increase hope, jobs
MANSFIELD, Ohio – Individuals with compromised backgrounds often struggle to find employment opportunities in light of their past, but one program in Richland County is dedicated to helping them move toward a positive and productive future. Through Catalyst Life Services, “One Strike and You’re Not Out!” aims to provide employment preparation to individuals with compromised […]