“The water has gone down substantially from where it was initially,” said Robert Lafferty, Director of Finance in Shelby, at approximately 10 a.m. Lafferty added, “Around 4:30 a.m., water started pouring out over the banks of the Black Fork River into the parks. The fire department had to be evacuated around 7 a.m. because water […]
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Elizabeth’s Boutique offers new styles
Elizabeth’s Boutique in Lexington is under new management and has been revamped for optimal organization and customer satisfaction. The boutique is a trendy little shop, locally owned and operated, offering unique items from designers like BILA, Esley, Level 99, Vera Wang, and many others. Jewelry, fashion scarves, and Ohio State University women’s clothing complete the […]
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Having what it takes to intern
Three college interns from The Ohio State University are currently filling engineering positions at Gorman-Rupp Pump Co. The positions provide career experience for the interns and community outreach and development for Gorman Rupp. “I worked up a lot of nerve,” John Boone said regarding his internship at Gorman-Rupp Pumps. Valerie Yoder and Tyler Lasusa are […]
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New Panera to add 50 – 60 new employees
Construction for a new Panera Bread is still under way at the corner of Lexington Avenue and Trimble in the Appleseed Center. Excavating for the platform will begin soon, weather permitting. The completion date is expected for late August or the beginning of September. Clint Saiben, manager at the Panera Bread on Walker Lake Rd […]
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Rock-n-Ribs: 2013 preview
Rock-n-ribs Facebook event page Every mid-July, North Central State College’s Rock-n-Ribs brings a three day festival of music, food, and fun to the campus. Performances by national music acts, and a rib cook-off with competitors from all over the country bring back fans and anticipation every year. Rock-n-Ribs takes place this year July 11- 13. This year […]
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Whippet 5K draws runners
“We had 144 participants, which is a huge turnout for the event,” said Diana DeLauder, sister of organizer Bob DeLauder. Despite unpleasant weather conditions on Saturday morning, runners and walkers were enthusiastic throughout the race. Participants were eager to get the race started. “I have run this 5K three or four times and my best […]
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Aviation celebrated at Lahm Airport Day
When the skies cleared today at Lahm airport, planes took off from the runway and Lahm’s annual Airport Day in Mansfield was under way. The day’s event included an open house with a car show, model-making for the youth and many other activities for the family. It was an opportunity to visit the 179th Airlift […]
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Arts flourish at Malabar on Sunday
Will Moses, the great-grandson of Grandma Moses, and a number of local crafters brought art to Malabar Farm State Park on Saturday; and the event continues on Sunday. Art was just one of the attractions. Live music, a Chautauqua portrayal of Mansfield inventor Daniel McFarland Cook, food, and a barn dance completed the attraction. Moses […]
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Hopping good fun at Ontario’s 4th of July Festival
A performer cracked whips with fire, youth brought frogs of all sizes to jump in the annual contest, and watermelon and ice cream eating contests, sponsored by Meijer and Coldstone Creamery, were all part of the 2013 Ontario 4th of July Festival. The festival was hosted at the Ontario Middle School and featured a variety […]
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Citizen’s arrest, locals act to detain fugitive
The Olivesburg General Store was the scene of an old-fashioned citizen’s arrest on the evening of July 4, when civilians in the store recognized and physically detained Mansfield Correction Institution (ManCI) inmate James D. Myers. Troopers arrived soon after to take Myers into custody. The convenience and general goods store is located at the intersection […]