From lie detectors to modern security, Schmidt marks 50 years in the community
MANSFIELD — The security business looked very different in 1976. Schmidt Total Protection, formerly known as Schmidt Security Pro, relied on lie detectors and investigations at that time. Now, 50…
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Developer optimistic about securing $31 million in state funds for Mansfield affordable housing project
MANSFIELD — A Columbus-based affordable housing developer is one step closer to building 70 new homes on scattered sites across Mansfield. Woda Cooper Companies recently cleared the first hurdle in…
Rising Tyger: Mansfield Senior freshman QB finding his footing midway through football season
Mansfield Senior High School freshman QB David Phillips III is the guest this week on Inside The Lines.
Property transfers: $2.35M deal moves Hearth & Forge Hotel closer to life
MANSFIELD — A $2.35 million property transfer marks another step toward bringing a new boutique hotel to downtown Mansfield. 116 Park Avenue West LLC purchased the former Holiday Inn property…
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From cornfield to coffee house: Nickel & Bean plans second coffee shop location on Trimble Road
Nickel & Bean owners said they hope to be open for business by the end of 2027.
Lucas High School announces 2026 Homecoming Court
LUCAS — Lucas High School has announced its 2026 Homecoming Court. The court includes: senior Anyah Youngblood, senior Emma Brown, senior Lila Melton, senior Cooper Day, senior Anthony Fanello, senior Joey Desterhaft, junior Shiloh Walter, junior Brady Anschutz, sophomore Kenley Brenner, sophomore Stuart Smith, freshman Aliya Walter, freshman Landon Cook,…
Mansfield Playhouse discovers way to book Axel Rose and Prince (comedy) for $15
Rock and roll comic Jack Willhite may be not be in an entertainment class by himself. But it certainly doesn’t take a long time to call the roll.
Delaware woman indicted in theft from food pantry
DELAWARE — A former co-director of a Delaware food pantry has been indicted for allegedly stealing at least $37,500 from the organization and its donors, including elderly Ohioans, Attorney General Andy Wilson announced on Wednesday afternoon. Kathryn Whiting, 62, of Delaware, faces felony charges of theft from a person in…
Sections of Park Avenue East and Ashland Road closed in Mansfield
MANSFIELD — The City of Mansfield has announced that due to water main repairs it is necessary to close sections of the following roads while work is being completed. Park Avenue East from Bentley Street to Ashland Road.Ashland Road from East Fourth Street to Park Avenue East.Park Avenue East from…
Local Modern Woodmen members honor hometown heroes
MANSFIELD — Local volunteers Lester Clancy, Bobby Elder, Earl Hess, and Oliver Holt were recently honored for countless hours of service to the community during a Modern Woodmen of America member event on Sept. 23. Clancy, Elder, Hess, and Holt were honored through Modern Woodmen’s Hometown Hero Program for their…
Ohio’s minimum wage will increase by 3.5 percent in 2027
COLUMBUS — The Ohio Department of Commerce Division of Industrial Compliance’s Bureau of Wage and Hour Administration announces that Ohio’s minimum wage will officially increase on Jan. 1, 2027. The adjusted amounts, $11.40 per hour for non-tipped employees and $5.70 per hour for tipped employees, represents a 3.5-percent increase from…
College Notes: Mansfield Sr. grad Bradley sets single-game sacks record for Bowling Green
Myles Bradley etched his name in the Bowling Green record books. The Mansfield Senior graduate set a single-game record with 4.5 sacks in last week’s 14-6 loss to South Florida. The son of former Bowling Green standout and Senior High coach Chioke Bradley also forced two fumbles, recovered a fumble…
Food Truck Festival brings a variety of flavors to South Park on Oct. 2 in Mansfield
MANSFIELD — Food Truck Festival Set for Friday, October 2, South Park, 100 Brinkerhoff Avenue Get ready to eat, explore, and enjoy. The Food Truck Festival brings the flavor with a lineup that has something for every craving. The festival will take place on Friday, Oct. 2 from 11 a.m.…
Madison students get hands-on look at Army medical careers
MADISON TOWNSHIP — “Stayin’ Alive” and “Pink Pony Club” have more in common than a spot on a playlist. The beats to both songs became part of a hands-on CPR lesson for Madison Comprehensive High School students during Monday’s visit from the Mansfield U.S. Army Recruiting Station. The Army brought…
Clear Fork takes over top spot in regional football ratings
MANSFIELD — The Colts are in the catbird seat. Clear Fork took over the top spot in Region 14 of Division IV when the Ohio High School Athletic Association released its second of six weekly football ratings Tuesday. The top 12 teams in each of the 28 regions across seven…
Stormwater Awareness Week: Make sure only rain goes down the storm drain in Richland County
Anything water picks up along the way (from litter to oil) is carried into local waterways. What goes down the drain goes into our environment.
Ohio prep football notebook: Tygers’ boss bags first varsity win in thrilling style
First-year Mansfield Senior coach David Phillips picked up his first career victory in dramatic fashion as the Tygers topped Lexington 32-27. The lead changed hands five times in this game, repeatedly in the fourth quarter. Phillips’ son, freshman quarterback David Phillips III, delivered the win when he hooked up with…
Driver education scholarships available for local teens through NCOESC’s ‘Drive to Succeed program
North Central Ohio Educational Service Center urges eligible families across 14 counties to apply for fully funded driver education training. The North Central Ohio Educational Service Center (NCOESC) is accepting applications for the Drive to Succeed Scholarship Program. Funded through a $1.5 million grant from the Ohio Department of Public…
Mansfield Sr. student is a semifinalist in National Merit Scholarship program
MANSFIELD — Mansfield Senior High School senior Gavin Camak has been selected a semifinalist in the 2027 National Merit Scholarship Program. Camak is one of more than 16,000 students nationwide to earn this recognition. Semifinalists represent less than one percent of U.S. high school seniors and are selected from students…
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