As summer gardens grow, Master Gardener Mona Kneuss stated, “Removing dead headings is important right now, and dead debris should be removed so the soil can breathe.” Sometimes when a plant goes to seed, like Marigolds, the ‘deadhead’ of the plant will fall, and it can affect the life cycle of the plant. If those […]
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Silver King continues to bring it home to Plymouth
Once the dust settled over a lawsuit filed by Chrysler, the Plymouth tractor was renamed to fit its distinct silver-painted body. Silver King tractors serve to remind Plymouth locals how the innovations of engineers helped create and sustain a new industry in the 1930’s, a time when the economy needed something to pull through. The […]
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Trends in agriculture, innovative and re-imagined
“I see there being a renaissance with the younger generation: Continuing to build on innovations and to re-imagine old school practices,” stated Tim Hicks, Organization Director of the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation (OFBF). Trends in food choices and new technologies in agriculture, change the relationship between farmer and consumer. The farm bureau continues to redefine […]
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Plymouth-Shiloh golfers look forward to season
“If we shoot under 60 three times in a row,” said senior golfer Kyle Branham, “The coach will get us a golf bag.” Branham, the most experienced golfer on the team, was on his way to par. On the back nine of Woody Ridge Golf Course, nine players from Plymouth-Shiloh high school were getting practice. Plymouth […]
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Callender named new principal at Mansfield Senior High School
Duane Bradley Callender has been appointed as principal for Mansfield Senior High School. He was recommended by Brian Gaverick, the previous principal and now superintendent, and voted on in the Mansfield Board of Education meeting on July 22. Callender, 47, currently lives in Wooster with his wife and five sons. His contract will start his position […]
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Family tries to make sense of shooting, suspect at large
Sarah Crawford, the wife of Paul Crawford, who was shot on Benton Street in Mansfield the evening of July 18, gives her account of the incident. According to Crawford, she, her husband and their daughter returned from the grocery store, carrying bags back to their house. Their 9-year-old daughter was crossing the street with grocery […]
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Quack attack is back at GMAC
The Walnut Hills Ducks swept the board, earning the championship title for both the male and female teams at the Greater Mansfield Aquatic Conference (GMAC) held this week. The final scores of the combined male and female teams are as follows: Walnut Hills: 2254, Woodland: 1985, Clear Fork: 1871.5, Ashland: 1523, and the Woods: 788.5. […]
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Mansfield manufacturer making headway
Since its establishment in 1965, Warren Rupp, Inc. of Mansfield has served as one of the leading pump manufacturers in the nation. Recognized for its innovative productivity, environmentally friendly initiatives, and customer-orientated service, Warren Rupp has made headway into the 21st century. Warren Rupp has earned numerous awards and titles, including Best Plant of 2012 […]
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Variety of makes and models roll in to Bellville Cruise-In
Despite the heat and early rain, Bellville’s cruise-in drew a variety of makes and models to Main Street on Friday evening. Main Street was closed to showcase the dozens of collectible, antique and in some cases rare show pieces presented by locals and visitors alike. Car enthusiasts came from all over Ohio to show off […]