Mansfield awards $3 million contract for final West End Neighborhood Improvement phases
The remaining two phases of the West End Neighborhood Improvement Plan are set to begin in May.
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A Stroll Through the Garden: Here’s how to prune forsythia
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Sunny skies and peacock serenades: Mansfield welcomes spring at Kingwood
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$1.7 million returning to farmers in Richland, Ashland & Morrow County via Farm Credit Mid-America program
MANSFIELD — Local farmers in Richland, Morrow and Ashland counties are receiving more than $1.7 million back from Farm Credit Mid-America in March as part of its annual patronage distribution, the organization announced. Farm Credit Mid-America is returning $280 million in net earnings to customer-owners this year. Of that total, $63 million is going…
New process for distributing cards among 13 changes in high school soccer rules
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was originally published at the Ohio High School Athletic Association website. COLUMBUS — —Several rules updates were approved in high school soccer for next school year, including new guidance on carding, penalty kick encroachment, a longer time limit for goalkeepers to release the ball, and additional…
Herb Rupp’s designs powered Gorman-Rupp from a Mansfield garage to a worldwide company
MANSFIELD — No formal education, twice unemployed, Herb Rupp had a knack for overcoming life’s obstacles. Harbert Edmund “Herb” Rupp was born on Aug. 1, 1891, in Cottonwood County, Minnesota, the son of Henry D. Rupp. Although Herb never got past the sixth grade, he was incredibly intelligent, inquisitive, and…
Saturday vote ends 67-day strike for Shelby steelworkers
According to Norm Shoemaker, USW Local 3057 president, 220 members voted in favor of the proposed agreement — 153 voted against it.
Eyes on the prize: Madison students earn high marks in career tech contests
MADISON TOWNSHIP — Teamwork. Practice. Persistence. Excellence. Career tech students across the country are putting those qualities to the test this spring. Competition season is underway for several career tech student organizations, offering students to demonstrate the technical and professional skills they’ve been developing in their programs. “I think any career…
A Stroll Through the Garden: Witch Hazel is an enchanting scent on a sunny day
Have you been out in your garden yet to smell the flowers? That may seem a strange question, after all, much of the snow has just recently melted. Still, I hope to bring you ideas you may never have considered trying in your own backyard. As I discuss the beautiful…
Celebrate a trophy catch with a Fish Ohio pin
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was first published by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. COLUMBUS – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife awarded 10,127 Fish Ohio pins to anglers who reeled in trophy fish among 26 different species in 2025. Well-known fisheries such as Lake Erie, Alum…
Shelby principal John Gies reflects on 35-year career in education
SHELBY — Graduation day at Shelby High School is the highlight of the year for Principal John Gies. But it’s not the pomp and circumstance, the speeches or even the satisfaction of another school year complete that makes the day his favorite. “There’s always those one or two kids every…
‘Bittersweet:’ Falcons fall in Final Four
The Hillsdale Falcons came up short in a Division VII state semifinal against Kalida, but the loss couldn’t diminish the historic season.
Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course announces 2026 racing schedule
LEXINGTON – Permco has renewed as an official partner of Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course under a multi-year agreement and continues as the title sponsor of Mid-Ohio’s two premier motorcycle weekends on its summer events calendar. Both of the facility’s premier motorcycle events carry the Permco name with the annual Permco AMA…
Plymouth Lions celebrate 50 years of Service with March 28 Easter Egg Hunt
PLYMOUTH — The Plymouth Lions Club is inviting residents of Plymouth and the surrounding area to “Spring into Service & Grow” at its annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 28. Community members are encouraged to help hide eggs beginning at 12:00 noon, followed by the 1 p.m. Easter Egg Hunt at Mary Fate Park Pavilion. In…
Monopoly comes to life at Richland County Business Expo
MANSFIELD — Dice, pawns and prizes galore took over the Richland County Fairgrounds on Thursday. More than 100 businesses and non-profits brought Monopoly to life, showing off services, handing out freebies and sparking new partnerships along the way. The Richland Area Chamber and Economic Development celebrated its 19th Annual Business…
North central Ohio students shine in March academic challenge events
MAANSFIELD – The 4th-8th grade academic challenge teams competed in their second tournament of the season this month through the Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center. We want to congratulate ALL competitors, but especially our winners for each tournament. “I truly enjoy the students’ enthusiasm,” says Rebecca Kidney, tournament director. March 11…
Ross Medical Education Center sets April 24 graduation at Kindred Kove in Mansfield
MANSFIELD — Ross Medical Education Center will host its annual graduation ceremony for the Class of 2026 on April 24 at 5 p.m. The ceremony will take place at Kindred Kove, located at 1710 Lorkay Dr, Mansfield, Ohio 44905. The event will honor graduates who have completed certificate and associate…
Section of Fifth Avenue to close in Mansfield
MANSFIELD — The City of Mansfield has announced that due to a road repair and catch basin maintenance, it is necessary to close sections of the following road while work is being completed. Fifth Avenue from Ashland Road to Wayne Street. The road will be closed and construction signs will…
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