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Lainie Rose has worked at other area restaurants, but she finally found a home waitressing at Lyn-Way in Ashland.
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Former Richland County Mental Health agency leader convicted on seven criminal charges
The former executive director of the Richland County Mental Health and Recovery Services was found guilty on seven criminal charges Thursday.
You’re on camera: Mansfield schools, police team up to stop drivers who illegally pass buses
Cameras mounted outside of school buses are helping Mansfield police prosecute drivers who illegally pass stopped buses on city streets.
Richland County Jail kitchen to get $550K upgrade after nearly 20 years of operation
The Richland County Jail kitchen will get an upgrade in 2026 at an estimated cost of around $550,000.
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Brutus unveiled: How a Clear Fork grad created an iconic mascot moment
FREDERICKTOWN — Jeff Moody had no idea he was about to go down in history. He spent the last two and a half years living in relative anonymity. Sure, he’d traveled the country, competed at the national level and stood on the sidelines of some of the biggest college football games…
Finish line looms 5 months away in Mansfield’s Main Street improvement project
The finish line to the $20.3 million Main Street Corridor Improvement project is about five months away.
Bears, bobcats and badgers: Ohio’s wild side is quietly rebounding
Rare wildlife like bobcats and black bears is returning to Ohio as humans retreat indoors—discover more about this surprising trend now.
Eight indicted in Ohio Medicaid fraud, nursing home theft cases
COLUMBUS — Indictments filed this month by the office of Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost accuse five Medicaid providers of stealing a combined $542,176 from the government health-care program for the needy. Three additional people face charges for allegedly stealing from nursing home residents. “Caregivers are meant to protect the…
Mansfield author publishes Oliver’s Time Travels
MANSFIELD — Educator and author Daniel Jones is preparing to release Oliver’s Time Travels: Don’t Touch Anything, the first book in a new middle-grade adventure series that brings ancient history to life while reimagining what a book can look and feel like for every kind of reader. Ten-year-old Oliver has…
Ontario 5th graders showcase their skills through ‘teach shares’
ONTARIO — Joni Stierhoff isn’t afraid to let her fifth graders get messy. Every spring, they demonstrate a skill of their own choosing — whether that’s playing piano, baking banana bread or making slime. “We’ve had some interesting science experiments,” Stierhoff said. “When we first started, I had carpet in…
Public parking lot planned along Trimble Road near tunnel to B&O connector trail
A public parking lot is planned along the east side of Trimble Road near the tunnel that leads to the B&O Trail connector.
Catalyst Life Services launches 2026 Summer Youth Program
MANSFIELD – Catalyst Life Services, in partnership with Richland County Job and Family Services (RCJFS) and the Richland County Youth and Family Council, is excited to announce the 2026 Summer Youth Program. This initiative is designed to provide local youth with valuable work experience while earning a competitive wage and…
Section of Ohio 61 to close south of Shelby
SHELBY — State Route 61 between Stiving Road and Jayne Ave, south of the city of Shelby, will close Wednesday, May 27 for bridge repairs, according to a press release from the Ohio Department of Transportation. The detour route will be State Route 61 south to State Route 96/39 west…
Richland County releases April’s building permits listing
MANSFIELD — Listed here is a report of permits applied for with the Richland County Building Department during the month of April, 2026. These reports are courtesy of Michelle Jordan, Office Manager of the Richland County Building Department. Anyone with questions regarding a specific permit should contact the Richland County…
Mansfield City Council approves land annexation for Buc-ee’s Travel Center
Mansfield City Council on Tuesday annexed the land that could give the beaver a new home near the I-71/Ohio 39 interchange.
Severe storms, flooding remain top concerns in Richland County hazard plan
Severe storms and flooding remain the top two concerns in the Richland County Emergency Management Agency hazard mitigation plan.
Renaissance opens 2026 Summer Broadway Camp registration
MANSFIELD — Registration has opened for the Renaissance’s annual “Broadway Camp!” summer theatre program for students ages 8 to 13. The popular summer theatre camp sessions will be held as in-person classes during the weeks of June 15 to 18 and June 22 to 26. Broadway Camp options include the…
Mount Vernon Community Band concert set for June 7
MOUNT VERNON — The Mount Vernon Community Band is once again heading to the beautiful Ariel Park for a summer performance. The band will be meeting at the Park National Bank Pavilion inside Ariel Park on June 7 at 4 p.m. and will be going on a musical journey through…
78-year-old killed in Wayne County golf cart-pickup truck crash
SUGAR CREEK TOWNSHIP — A 78-year-old woman was killed and an 80-year-old man was seriously injured after a two-vehicle crash in Wayne County, according to the Wooster Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Katie Schmucker, of Apple Creek, was pronounced dead at the scene, the Patrol stated. Melvin Schmucker,…
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