From marching bands to one-night stands: Comic finds rhythm in punchlines
National touring comedian Tony Deyo performs Feb. 20 at 8 p.m. at the Mansfield Playhouse. Tickets are $15.
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Mansfield police CAT team credited as gang member pleads guilty in court
A high-speed chase that ended in an arrest five months ago has led to the seventh “gang-related” conviction for the Richland County Prosecutor’s Office.
Doing the right thing, day by day: Karl Milliron receives 2026 Chairman’s Award
Karl Milliron receive the Chairman’s Award on Wednesday night during the Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development’s annual meeting.
Disabled veterans find freedom and community on the slopes
BELLVILLE — Gayle-Jayne Allyson glided down Mount Mansfield in a neon yellow helmet, ruby red lipstick and Kelly green bi-ski. She sat, strapped into the seat with her legs forward,…
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Decades of impact: Ann Downs becomes latest ATHENA Award recipient
MANSFIELD — Ann Downs looked out across the Wonka-inspired room and saw decades of early mornings, board meetings and friendships staring back at her. “I really don’t know what to say,” Downs said. “I am just so shocked and so thankful.” The Richland Area Chamber honored Downs with this year’s…
Dayton teen jailed after high-speed chase from Mansfield ends in Ashland
Jeremiah Mallory, 18, of Dayton, was taken into custody Wednesday afternoon after leading multiple law enforcement agencies on a multi-county chase.
Clock ticks for Mansfield Inn as state board upholds order to vacate premises
The Ohio Board of Building Appeals Wednesday voted to uphold an order from Richland County that the motel is structurally unsafe.
Forget Me Not Flower Shop blooms in Bellville
BELLVILLE — Connie Homerick was determined to open a flower shop in Bellville by Valentine’s Day. After a few hiccups, she succeeded. Forget-Me-Not Flower Shop is open for business at 18 Mill Street in Bellville. The journey to opening day was a bumpy one. Homerick and her husband purchased Forget-Me-Not Flower…
Section of Poth Road closed in Madison Township
MADISON TOWNSHIP — Richland County Engineer Adam Gove has announced a road closing in Madison Township. Poth Road, between Everett Lane and North Trimble Road, is now closed and will remain closed until further notice. The closure is due to the condition of a bridge. The timeframe for repair or replacement of the bridge…
Section of Summit Street closed in Mansfield
MANSFIELD — The City of Mansfield has announced that due to water main repairs it is necessary to close sections of the following road while work is being completed. Summit Street between Parkwood Boulevard and Brinkerhoff Boulevard. The road has been closed and construction signs will be posted at the…
Norwalk woman among 8 who plead guilty in Ohio human trafficking scheme
COLUMBUS — Eight people have pleaded guilty in connection with a Mahoning Valley human trafficking sex ring, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost and Mahoning County Sheriff Jerry Greene announced today. The group operated a human trafficking ring that forced women into prostitution at two illicit massage parlors in Warren: the…
Amish buggy crash injures 3, including 4-month-old child in Ashland County
A Tuesday crash involving a car and an Amish buggy resulted in the buggy’s three occupants being ejected.
HEAP assistance available for home energy bills
COLUMBUS — The Ohio Department of Development and the Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. want to remind older Ohioans that assistance is available to help with their home energy bills. The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) helps Ohioans at or below 175 percent of the Federal Poverty Guidelines for a household of…
Study argues a way to protect the brain to prevent depression, cognitive impairment
CLEVELAND – Whole brain radiotherapy (WBRT) saves lives by treating cancer that has spread to the brain, but it also causes long-standing brain damage. Fast Facts Many patients who go through radiation treatment later develop memory problems, thinking difficulties, and depression because the WBRT creates chronic oxidative stress in the brain. There are…
Wayfinders, homeless response team helping Mansfield Inn residents relocate
Several residents staying at the Mansfield Inn have been temporarily placed in another local motel.
From disruption to destination: Mansfield Main Street project set for final phases
Primary construction work on the $20.3 million Main Street Corridor Improvement project is nearly ready to resume.
Richland County Board of Elections OKs wind/solar ballot language for May primary
Language for a county-wide solar/wind power referendum and new U.S. congressional districts are among the things voters need to become acquainted with.
Romanchuk: Value found in a private education
EDITOR’S NOTE: State Sen. Mark Romanchuk (R-Ontario) represents the 22nd district covering Richland and Medina counties. The Founders understood that the path to a thriving republic relies on an educated America. Without education, this “Republic if you can keep it,” would have crumbled in its infancy. This new nation did…
Sex offender with Richland County ties captured by U.S. Marshals after 15 years on the loose
WHEELING, W. Va. – A fugitive sex offender with Richland County ties is finally behind bars after 15 years on the run. Members of the U.S. Marshals Mountain State Fugitive Task Force in Wheeling, West Virginia arrested Dennis Russell Nagle, 59, late Monday night. “This is an incredible example of…
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