Leaps and Bounds: Shelby’s Henkel aims for 2nd outdoor long jump state title
SHELBY — For Shelby’s Madison Henkel, the standard is the standard. Nothing less than 19 feet will do. The reigning Division II outdoor and indoor state champ in the long…
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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.
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…
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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…
Ohio Supreme Court justice to give keynote speech to local Democrats
MANSFIELD — The Richland County Democratic Party has scheduled its annual Joseph H. Mudra Legacy Dinner on Saturday, May 2, at the Wappner Life Celebration Center at 129 S. Main St. Ohio Supreme Court Justice Jennifer Brunner will be the keynote speaker. Brunner serves as one of seven justices of…
Jeff Parton hired by Chamber to lead economic, community development in Shelby
The Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development has hired Jeff Parton as economic and community development director for the city of Shelby, effective June 1.
Music Academy of Karate and Empowerment promotes adult students
The Music Academy of Karate and Empowerment held its adult class promotion on April 23.
METRICH: Drug Take Back event nets nearly 180 pounds of prescription drugs in Richland County
MANSFIELD — The METRICH region collected over 1,385 pounds of unused or expired prescription/ medication during its recent Drug Take Back event that encompassed a 10-county region. In Richland County, nearly 180 pounds was collected by five agencies, including the Mansfield Police Department (89.9 pounds), the Richland County Sheriff’s Office…
Mansfield mayor delivers ‘State of the City’ through Q&A with Richland Source
Mansfield Mayor Jodie Perry delivered her annual “State of the City” comments on Tuesday evening in City Council chambers.
Mansfield proclaims Sexual Abuse Awareness Month in April
Mansfield Mayor Jodie Perry on Tuesday proclaimed April as Sexual Abuse Awareness Month in the city.
Shelby schools ends lockdown after false alarm
SHELBY — Classes resumed Tuesday afternoon at Shelby City Schools after a false alarm triggered a lockdown at the campus earlier in the day. Shelby High School received a report of a threat via a vehicle in the parking lot with someone possessing explosives, according to a letter issued by Supt.…
Richland County commissioners OK time extension for $4.4 million sanitary sewer project
Richland County commissioners on Tuesday gave a five-month extension to a contractor working on a $4.4 million sanitary sewer project near the I-71/Ohio 97 interchange.
MRPCL announces plans for new Crestview library
OLIVESBURG — The Mansfield Richland County Public Library has announced its plans to build a new Crestview library. The new Crestview Branch will be constructed on land purchased from Faith Church along State Route 96, the MRCPL announced in a Monday afternoon press release. This stan-dalone facility will replace the…
News Man Weekly: Voting, Mansfield hotel and what’s new in the city parks
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MOESC student artwork on display at 2026 Mayor’s Show at main library
MANSFIELD – Building on the success of last year’s inaugural exhibition, the Mansfield Public Art Commission (MPAC) and the Mansfield Richland County Public Library are proud to announce the return of The Mayor’s Show: Rising Artists of Mid-Ohio. The dedicated gallery space, located in the second-floor lobby of the Main…
Ontario announces 2026 prom court
ONTARIO — Ontario High School has announced its 2026 prom court. The 2026 Prom Royal Court includes: Emma Henderson, Payne Schwartz, Mackenzie Goodlin, Brady Baumgard, Tessa Crum, Jace Young, Sasha Bulakovski, Julian McGinty, Addisyn Pittman, Grantham Trumpower, Morgan Pearson, Anson Yan, Emma Fagan, Ashton Drozda, Brinlee Kreger, Braden Rowe, Hattie…
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