DENVER — Lisa Armao thinks older adults have more to offer than people realize. That’s why she’s mobilizing them to step in to a field where staffing shortages are all too common. The Early Childhood Services Corps is a Colorado-based, non-profit group that recruits and trains adults 50-and-older to lend a hand in child care […]
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News Man Weekly: Vandalism arrest, roundabouts and iHeart’s Chris Kelly
iHeart Media broadcaster Chris Kelly is the guest this week on the 96th episode of the News Man Weekly podcast.
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Shelby City Council amends water-rate structure
SHELBY — Shelby City Council amended legislation addressing water-rate structure, street paving, sidewalk repairs and housing assistance programs at Monday night’s meeting. Water rate ordinance final vote passes Council read for the third time and voted on an ordinance amending the city’s water-rate structure. The proposed changes adjust multiple components of the municipal water system, […]
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Shelby earns top seed in Division III tournament softball draw
SHELBY — A rugged girls softball tournament trail awaits top-seeded Shelby. The Whippets (18-4) earned the No. 1 seed at Sunday’s Division III tournament draw and will host Ashland (5-10) in the sectional final at 5 p.m. May 14. The winner will meet No. 4 seed Madison (10-9-1) at 4 p.m. May 21 in the […]
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Woman killed in Crawford County crash Saturday morning identified as Mansfield resident
The woman killed Saturday in a crash on U.S. 30 east of Ohio 598 has been identified as Heather Thompson of Mansfield by the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office.
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Increased early-voting totals may hike Richland County to 25-30 percent participation Tuesday
Early-voting turnout has made Matt Finfgeld more optimistic about Richland County participation in Tuesday’s primary election.
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Tyger Threads provides clothing to students in need at Mansfield Senior
MANSFIELD — Learning Algebra and world history is hard enough without holes in your shoes. But for some students at Mansfield Senior High School, a lack of sufficient clothing and footwear is a real challenge. That’s why the school partnered with The New Store to launch a pilot program called Tyger Threads. The Tyger Threads room […]
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Intergenerational day care connects preschoolers and seniors
EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the first in a two-part series. Research shows intergenerational relationships can benefit both children and older adults. While these programs often focus on social and emotional benefits for individuals, one organization in Colorado is taking the intergenerational concept a step further. A story exploring those efforts will be published at this site […]
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Fire! Cannons belch smoke and flame at 48th annual Ohio Civil War Show in Mansfield
A cannon manufactured in 1862 was part of the artillery display during the 48th annual Ohio Civil War Show at the Richland County Fairgrounds.
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Let it out: APEX Entertainment offers new way to blow off steam in Ontario
ONTARIO — Smash a plate, dodge into another reality or test your aim with a blade — APEX Entertainment will bring a three-in-one experience to the Ontario Center when it opens May 1. APEX Entertainment, located at 2209 Richland Mall, provides guests with a new way to blow off steam, compete with friends and try […]