Affordable senior housing developer gets contingent deal with Richland County Land Bank
MANSFIELD — More senior housing, rental housing and affordable housing are all well-documented needs in Richland County. A Cleveland-based housing developer hopes to address all three with a three-story, 65-unit development…
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Flames take aim at elusive MBC title
MANSFIELD — Josiah Schleusener and his Mansfield Christian teammates plan to turn up the heat inside The Furnace on Friday night. MCS will host Kidron Central Christian in what is…
Richland County Land Bank could receive $400k more Lead Safe funding from state
The Richland County Land Bank may receive more state money to help homeowners update properties and reduce lead exposure.
Up to 3 inches of snow forecast locally; optimism accumulation far less certain
This winter of our discontent — now in its 14th consecutive month — announced Thursday it will extend its stay.
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Rising through the ranks: Yerian takes assistant chief role in Mansfield Fire Dept.
The Mansfield Fire Department promoted three officers on Wednesday and welcomed two new firefighters.
Ohio State Mansfield to host art show exploring the impact of incarceration
MANSFIELD – A group of artists who have been directly impacted by incarceration will share their artwork and ideas during a new exhibit set to open Feb. 10 at Ohio State Mansfield’s Pearl Conard Art Gallery. The exhibit is called “Blood, Sweat, and Tears Too” and features artwork by members…
Letter to the Editor: Former Richland County Commissioners weigh in on local renewable energy issue
As former Richland County Commissioners, we understand the weight of decisions that affect our community’s economic future and the rights of our neighbors. That’s why we’re deeply concerned about the ban on future renewable energy development that our current County Commissioners passed last summer — and why we’re asking voters…
From eyesore to poolside? Mansfield studying West Park site for new pool
Could a new public pool be in the city’s future? Mayor Jodie Perry is at least considering the possibility.
Mansfield Noon Optimist Club introduces Ontario preschoolers to Buckeye Imagination Museum
MANSFIELD — Foam blocks scattered across the Buckeye Imagination Museum floor as a group of preschoolers worked together to build a play area. Laughter and smiles broke out as the blocks slowly turned into something bigger — and fun. This activity filled the museum Tuesday morning as around 70 Ontario…
Mansfield feeling the heat from skyrocketing nationwide fire engine prices
Dan Crow acknowledged the Mansfield Fire Department is feeling the heat of national rising fire apparatus costs.
Six Mansfield student artists to be featured in Ohio Statehouse exhibit
MANSFIELD — Six students from Mansfield Senior High School are among the featured artists for this year’s Ohio Statehouse and Riffe Center Gallery Exhibition. The prestigious annual showcase celebrates outstanding student artists from across the state. Works will be on display from April 6 through May 18. “It feels really rewarding…
Autonomous drone back for 2nd year of duty as Mansfield’s high-tech first responder
The city of Mansfield safety forces will again use “drone as first responder” technology in 2026.
Richland County Land Bank cuts ribbon on renovated courthouse offices
The Richland County Land Bank cut a ribbon on Tuesday afternoon to celebrate newly renovated offices on “L1” at the county courthouse.
A country delicacy: Danville Lions Club, Tressel host 83rd Raccoon Dinner
DANVILLE — Yes, Ohio Lt. Gov. and famed former Ohio State football coach Jim Tressel said he tried one of Knox County’s finest delicacies at the 83rd Danville Lions Club Raccoon Dinner on Monday night. Later, the Lt. Gov. delivered a keynote speech in Danville High School’s auditorium. Approximately 100…
Richland County commissioners unveil video showcasing county courthouse improvements
The Richland County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday unveiled a new video showcasing $5.3 million in improvements to the county courthouse.
Ohio fugitive sought for 18 years captured in Florida
CLEVELAND – Craig Scanlon, 68, is behind bars again, finally. Members of the U.S. Marshals fugitive team in Miami, Florida arrested Scanlon late Monday afternoon to end an 18-year odyssey. “Incredible work by investigators here in Ohio as well as in Florida led to the ultimate capture of a fugitive…
In The Deep End: Lex crew starring for Mount Union men’s swimming team
Lexington product Lucas Starling and a handful of other Minutemen are making waves for the Mount Union men’s swimming program. A senior, Starling was selected the Ohio Athletic Conference men’s swimmer of the week for the second time in his career earlier this week. The Purple Raiders sailed to a…
Pancake supper to benefit Mansfield family
MANSFIELD — The annual Pancake supper, First Congregational Church, Mansfield, will benefit Kate Schuller Dettmer who is in a fight for her life. After remission, her cancer has returned and spread. We would certainly appreciate any kind of article or attention to this benefit. What: Annual Pancake Supper Where: 1st…
News Man Weekly: Groundhog Day, party at Westinghouse and martial arts with the Musics
The News Man Weekly crew is buried deep in a Mansfield February — frozen, gray and feeling a lot like Groundhog Day with worse wind chill.
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