LEXINGTON — Shelly Knapp’s first grade students sat on the gymnasium floor and watched as Abby Yates crouched down, holding a bowl of hay with a small turtle inside. The visit from Yates and several residents of the Ohio Bird Sanctuary was a reward for students’ good behavior as part of the school’s Positive Behavioral […]
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Bird Sanctuary founder Gail Laux wins 2025 Chairman’s award
MANSFIELD — Gail Laux struggled to come up with a word for how she felt besides “humbled” after earning the Richland Area Chamber’s Chairman’s Award Wednesday night.
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Rain or shine: Ohio Bird Sanctuary celebrates with Fall Family Fest
The annual event highlights the Ohio Bird Sanctuary and its trails during the fall season. It also offered activities to guests of all ages.
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Ohio Bird Sanctuary Fall Family Fest set for Oct. 12
LEXINGTON — The Ohio Bird Sanctuary is hosting a fun family day on Saturday, Oct. 12. This is an annual event to highlight the Sanctuary and its trails during the beautiful fall season. It’s a great event for all ages and abilities. The Ohio Bird Sanctuary is located at 3774 Orweiler Rd., Mansfield. Fast facts What: Fall Family […]
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Ohio Bird Sanctuary opens Avian Encounters Area
SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP — The Ohio Bird Sanctuary unveiled a new Avian Encounters Area and a refurbished avian hospital and visitors center.
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Richland County Dog Warden’s Office gets 26 new canines in three days
MANSFIELD — Missy Houghton doesn’t have a “no vacancy” sign at her office. But if the Richland County dog warden did have such a sign, it would be fully illuminated. Houghton said Wednesday morning the local dog warden and adoption center at 810 N. Home Road took in 26 dogs during a three-day period that […]
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Richland County Foundation supports children’s summer activities
MANSFIELD – The Richland County Foundation is supporting summertime programs focused on children. The Summertime Kids Committee Chaired by Foundation Board of Trustee member Karen Bierly along with members from the community approved $62,606 in Summertime Kid grants. The grants of up to $2,500 support creative, educational, and fun-filled activities for hundreds of Richland County […]
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Mohican Wildlife Weekend highlights region’s natural recreation spots
MANSFIELD — From night hikes to planetarium presentations and birding boat tours, there’s something for everyone during this year’s Mohican Wildlife Weekend. Mohican Wildlife Weekend is an annual event highlighting the Greater Mohican Area located in Ohio’s Ashland and Richland Counties. Special programs feature the area’s abundant wildlife, vast recreation opportunities and diverse natural resources. Program […]
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Three brothers ‘Students of the Month’ at Music Academy of Karate and Empowerment
SHELBY — Three brothers were recently selected “Students of the Month” at the Music Academy of Karate and Empowerment, which celebrated its six-month anniversary in March. Christian Cuevas, Gavin Cuevas and Ronin Cuevas were selected by instructors for their “perseverance, integrity, indomitable spirit, courtesy, and self-control. They also demonstrate kindness to their fellow students and […]
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Where should I go for the 2024 solar eclipse? Your comprehensive guide
RICHLAND COUNTY — Here’s your what/where/when guide for the April 8 total solar eclipse passing over north central Ohio.