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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Ohioans are asked to report reptile & amphibian crossings for wildlife research
COLUMBUS – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife and the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) are asking the public to report locations where they see reptiles and…
Structure blaze draws 9 fire departments to Ross Road
TROY TOWNSHIP — Firefighters remained on the scene of a commercial structure fire Saturday afternoon, more than eight hours after arriving. No injuries have been reported. Lt. Brianna Casey of the…
Milk & Honey Coffee Co. opens permanent downtown Shelby location
SHELBY — What began as a mobile coffee trailer with a mission to create second chances now has a permanent home in downtown Shelby at 24 W. Main St. Milk…
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MOESC accepts applications for substitute teachers for 2026-27
MANSFIELD – As the end of the current school year approaches, individuals interested in substitute teaching can prepare for the upcoming school year now. Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center is looking for substitute teachers to work in a number of area school districts. Substitute teachers play a vital role in the…
Richland County Port Authority announces Monday morning meeting
The Richland County Port Authority Board of Directors will meet Monday at 9 a.m. at the Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development.
UPDATE: Rain postpones Mansfield Speedway’s Comeback Classic to May 15
UPDATE: Owner Matt Tiff posted this notification on Facebook Friday afternoon. “It rained way more than was predicted this morning. We have postponed the Comeback Classic to the rain date of May 15. We tried as hard as we could. Sorry folks! Your tickets are still valid for that date.…
Statewide talent takes center stage at Mansfield Art Center for 81st May Show
Paintings, sculptures and striking photography command the spotlight at the Mansfield Art Center’s 81st Annual May Show.
Former church on Millsboro Road sells for $525,000
The former home to Agape Korean Seventh-day Adventist Church 1501 Millsboro Road sold for $525,000 to NJG Real Estate LLC.
K.E. McCartney earns $241K contract to oversee Richland County roundabout construction
K.E. McCartney & Associates on Thursday was awarded a $241,990 contract to oversee the construction of a a $2.44 million roundabout.
Erik Gimbel Big Band to play Ashland Jazz Society
The Big Bands and All That Jazz Society of Ashland will host its season finale with the Erik Gimbel Big Band on May 11 at 7 p.m.
Olive and Oak Company announces boutique expansion in Fredericktown
FREDERICKTOWN — Olive and Oak Company will expand beyond Mansfield and open a permanent retail space inside The Shoppe on Main at 167 N. Main St., on May 1. The expansion brings boutique-style fashion to a new community just ahead of Mother’s Day. “It’s the perfect opportunity for people to…
Purpose after prison: How raising orphaned wildlife helped one woman heal
Discover how caring for orphaned wildlife gave Sharon Young a new purpose after prison. Read her inspiring journey and learn about the program.
4th annual ‘Donate for London’ blood drive returns May 7 at Madison
MADISON TOWNSHIP — Carley Hamilton said she still remembers the long hours spent waiting for blood to arrive while her daughter, London, fought for life. London, now a sixth grader at Madison Middle School, received a diagnosis of Ewing Sarcoma in 2022 while attending third grade at Madison South. During…
Madison South assistant principal hired as new Loudonville High School principal
LOUDONVILLE — The Loudonville-Perrysville Exempted Village School District has announced that Kyle Gordon has been named the principal of Loudonville High School, the district announced in a Tuesday afternoon press release. Gordon brings a strong background in classroom instruction, instructional leadership, and school administration, along with a clear commitment to…
Madison Local School District announces open enrollment dates: May 1 to 31
MADISON TOWNSHIP — The Madison Local School District will accept open enrollment applications in May for the 2026-2027 school year.. The window for open enrollment applications runs from Friday, May 1 to Sunday, May 31. All applications must be submitted by May 31 to be considered for approval. For more…
Mansfield police arrest 21-year-old man for alleged downtown theft & vandalism
Chief Jason Bammann had a message Wednesday morning for folks trying to spoil good things happening in the community.
Bucyrus instructor is 2026 Ohio Teacher of the Year & a national finalist
BUCYRUS — Teachers of Tomorrow, the nation’s top alternative teacher certification, is proud to announce Jaysia Morris as the Ohio Teachers of Tomorrow Teacher of the Year, recognizing her exceptional commitment to her students, classroom, and school community. “I have always felt called to be an educator and a leader,” Morris said. Morris serves as K-12…
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