ONTARIO — Picture this: a parent sipping coffee in a cozy café corner while their child builds a tower of blocks nearby — no rushing, no television screens and no stress. That’s the kind of peaceful chaos Heather Schell envisioned when she created Little Sprouts Playhouse, which opens in November inside The Ontario Center. After […]
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The Ontario Center rolls out new attraction, wave of updates
ONTARIO — What began as a setback has quickly turned into momentum for a new and exciting addition at The Ontario Center. Originally planning to install a synthetic ice skating rink, The Ontario Center recently announced it will instead bring a roller rink to the building for the community to enjoy. “It’s thrilling to create […]
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Community chess events descend on Richland County in October
MANSFIELD — Sterkel Park came alive with strategy and concentration as thirteen local players gathered for a community chess tournament hosted by Chess Bus, a new 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in Mansfield dedicated to promoting the mental and social benefits of chess. The event’s top honors went to local Chess Master Carl Boor, followed closely by Riya Sasikumar, […]
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Eclipse Nutrition becomes newest small business at the Ontario mall
ONTARIO — Michael Moody was a fan of The Ontario Center even before he opened a business there. He and his wife would regularly walk laps around the former Richland Mall. As he saw shops come and go, he decided he wanted to bring something different to the shopping mecca. “I thought it’d be cool to […]
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Raising Cane’s hopes for July 4 opening in Ontario, says zoning inspector
ONTARIO — Representatives from Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers confirmed to city officials they hope to open by the weekend of July 4. Zoning inspector Benji Hall also discussed Starbucks, Avita Hospital and Moment Development.
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Bail set at $10K for man accused of inducing panic at Avita hospitals
ONTARIO — Randy Dawson’s bail was set at $10,000 Thursday morning after he allegedly made verbal threats at Avita’s Ontario and Galion hospitals Wednesday morning.
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Male arrested after making verbal threats at Avita Hospital in Ontario
ONTARIO — Chief Tommy Hill assured there was no active shooter incident at the Avita Hospital or Richland Mall, despite social media rumors.
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Ontario Community Events & partners present Dec. 8 toy drive
A special event featuring prize raffles will be held in The Ontario Center from noon to 6 p.m. Dec. 8. Bring new, unwrapped toys for a chance to win an autographed Ontario Warriors football helmet and an Ohio State Buckeyes helmet.
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Chamber’s Discover Richland tour offers glimpse into economic development
MANSFIELD — The chamber’s economic development team chooses the Discover Richland tour stops based on projects currently underway.
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Burchfield opens Peony & Burch Boutique in Ontario Center
ONTARIO — Tabitha Burchfield opened Peony & Burch Boutique in The Ontario Center in August. The shop sells handpicked decor and more.