‘It never gets any easier, you just get tougher’: How a Lexington grad conquered West Point
Joanna Halfhill from Lexington never set out to become the third-ranked graduate in West Point’s Class of 2025.
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Colts get defensive in win over Lexington
BELLVILLE — Gang Green lowered the boom Friday night at the Colt Corral. Clear Fork limited Lexington to 134 yards of total offense and the defense didn’t surrender a point…
Sept. 4: Mansfield-area high school football roundup
Pataskala Watkins Memorial dominates Mansfield Senior Pataskala Watkins Memorial left no doubt on Friday, controlling Mansfield Senior from start to finish for a 41-7 victory in an Ohio high school…
Bowman’s exploits power Shelby past ancient rival Bellevue in battle of unbeatens
SHELBY — For generations Shelby and Bellevue battled for Northern Ohio League football supremacy. Those taut, tight battles led to a simmering rivalry. Today the two schools no longer share…
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OSHP to enforce safe driving laws over upcoming Labor Day weekend
The patrol’s 2026 Labor Day reporting period begins Friday, Sept. 4, at midnight and ends Monday, Sept. 7, at 11:59 p.m.
Crossroads Church opens City Care Counseling Center at Ontario campus
City Care Counseling Center will provide evidence-based mental health care, psychiatric services and community education.
Full classrooms and bright futures: Why Richland Academy of the Arts is transforming its space
MANSFIELD – On any given afternoon at the Richland Academy of the Arts (RAA) in downtown Mansfield, the dance studios are filled to capacity. Music echoes through the hallways, young performers run through lines, and visual artists refine their technique. But behind the energy of nearly 1,900 local students lies…
Mechanics Bank announces three promotions
Mechanics Bank on Thursday announced three promotions.
Wonder twins: Kael, Knox Lewis fuel Hillsdale in push for WCAL title, continued playoff success
Hillsdale’s Kael and Knox Lewis have competed with — and against — each other for as long as either can remember.
State funds could cover one-third of Mansfield’s $1.4M water well line upgrade
More than a mile of 90-year-old cast iron water well line could be replaced next year, an expense that could be aided by a $500,000 state grant.
Panning for purpose: Bellville’s Gold Rush Days turns prospecting into education, charity
Gold Rush Days events will include common digs where participants can take home Ohio gold and enjoy more kid-focused activities throughout the weekend.
A familiar sight along Park Avenue West is about to disappear after years of standing unfinished
Editor’s Note: This story was updated to reflect the correct demolition date and additional comments from Josh Bradley. ONTARIO — The partially constructed church at 1943 Park Avenue West has sat unfinished for more than two decades. Now, it is set for demolition. Ontario Mayor Josh Bradley announced the demolition…
Eating good: Coney Fest leads to check for HOPE Food Pantry
“If you bring food, it’s always good,” said Ian Chambers, HOPE’s pantry specialist. “Money is sometimes better because you can get more from the food bank with that.”
Mansfield police officer placed on leave, arrested hours later in Ontario for OVI
Officer John Meyer was arrested by Ontario police hours after being relieved of duty for allegedly reporting to work under the influence of alcohol.
Working like a dog: The community effort behind caring for recent Loudonville dog surrenders
Registered Veterinary Technician and Instructor Anne Leidigh said her students at Heartland Tech quickly moved from classroom lessons to hands-on animal care.
Join The Club: Lexington boys soccer program reaches 500-win plateau
“Looking at that list, there are some heavy-hitters on there,” Lexington coach Peter Them said.
First Friday Shop Hop is Sept. 4 in downtown Mansfield
MANSFIELD — Downtown Mansfield’s First Friday Shop Hop will take place on Friday, Sept. 4. First Friday Shop Hop happens on the first Friday of every month. It’s a fun evening where downtown shops stay open later, host special events, and may even have some great deals and promotions waiting…
Opening Act: Local grads fuel 13th-ranked AU in Thursday night’s opener against No. 25 IUP
ASHLAND — The nationally-ranked Ashland University football team will be put to the test early this season. The No. 13 Eagles will host No. 25 Indiana (Pa.) at 7 p.m. Thursday at Jack Miller Stadium. It is the first of three straight home games for AU. Ninth-ranked Grand Valley State…
Culvert replacement will close section of U.S. 42 in Richland County next week
MANSFIELD — The Ohio Department of Transportation has announced a culvert replacement project that will impact Richland County drivers starting next week. The closure will affect U.S. Route 42, between Cedarwood Drive and Gables Blvd., will close Wednesday, Sept. 9 for a culvert replacement. The detour route will be U.S.…
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