A Stroll through the Garden: Hot colors dot a cloudy, cold landscape
Not too long ago, a friend (and loyal reader) asked me a great question: “Eric, is there something we can do to make our winter landscape less boring?” I smiled…
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Safe winter play: Tips to keep kids warm and injury free outdoors
Winter weather may make for curmudgeonly adults, but snow days and sled riding are quintessential joys for many children. Outdoor winter play is the stuff of core memories, but like…
Black History Celebration draws large crowd to Mansfield Richland County Public Library
MANSFIELD — It was hard to find a seat at the Mansfield Richland County Public Library on Saturday. The place was simply bustling with activity. In one corner Jesus Jewels…
Israel-based company to build manufacturing facility, could employ 200 workers in Ashland
ASHLAND — Israel-based Meptagon has selected Ashland’s Industrial Park to serve as the location of the company’s newest manufacturing facility. Ashland City Council approved the sale of 10 acres located…
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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 on Third Street. Mark Ciepiel of CHN Housing Partners presented his company’s preliminary vision Wednesday during a meeting of the…
OHSAA state basketball tournaments return to Dayton-area sites
The Ohio High School Athletic Association’s girls and boys basketball state tournaments return to the Dayton area for a sixth consecutive year in 2026. University of Dayton Arena, which has hosted the tournaments since 2021, will once again serve as the site for all seven girls and boys state championship…
30-year-old killed in Friday morning Wayne County crash
PAINT TOWNSHIP — A Dalton woman was killed Friday morning after a two-vehicle crash in Wayne County, according to the Wooster Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Ina M. Wengerd, 30, died as a result of the accident, the Patrol reported. Wengerd was wearing her safety belt at the…
Twice Crowned, Still Hungry: Mansfield 8th-graders finish historic 2-year run
It was only fitting that the Ohio Cardinal Conference eighth-grade championship game was played inside Madison’s Wayne E. Miller Gymnasium. The former home of the Rams is a throwback to an earlier era, and so is the Mansfield basketball team that claimed the crown with a gritty 52-45 win over…
Celtic Angels Ireland brings the magic of the Emerald Isle to the Renaissance Theatre
MANSFIELD – The Renaissance Performing Arts Association invites audiences to celebrate the spirit of Ireland when Celtic Angels Ireland takes the stage at the Renaissance Theatre on Saturday, March 7 at 7:30 p.m. Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, this enchanting live performance promises an unforgettable evening of music,…
MOESC crowns winter academic challenge champs in grades 4 to 8
MANSFIELD – The 4th to 8th grade Academic Challenge teams kicked off their competition season with their first tournament of the year. Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center congratulates all participants on a great start, and especially the tournament winners. “I always enjoy seeing the students’ excitement and teamwork at their first…
New housing, jobs and honeybee habitats shape Shelby’s future
Mayor Steve Schag on Monday highlighted Shelby housing growth, major industrial investment and environmental initiatives.
It’s here: Old Man Winter blowing (again) across north central Ohio (literally)
A winter weather advisory is in effect for an area that includes Richland and Ashland counties until Saturday at 1 a.m.
Clear Fork interested in joining Knox EMA’s school reunification plan
MOUNT VERNON — Emergency Management Agency Director James T. DeChant said Highland Local School District has joined local school reunification plans, and interest is spreading to other districts. “There have been some discussions with Utica schools, and Clear Fork Valley schools are interested in being part of the team and…
Wynford 5th-grade student wins Crawford/Morrow spelling bee
Crawford and Morrow counties held their annual spelling bee Thursday morning in a spirited virtual contest.
Homeless Response Team offers help as Mansfield Inn residents face order to vacate
More than a dozen Mansfield Inn rooms still appeared occupied Thursday during a visit by members of a local homeless response team.
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 the de facto Mid-Buckeye Conference championship game. The Flames (9-6, 5-1) and Comets (12-5, 5-1) are tied atop the MBC…
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.
Spirited debate peppers Walker Lake Road rezoning issue at Ontario City Council meeting
ONTARIO — Residents filled council chambers and experienced a spirited discussion Wednesday night as Ontario City Council weighed the proposed Walker Lake Road development. Zoning, traffic impact and long-term maintenance were the hottest topics of debate. Radd Schneider, vice president of acquisitions for Redwood USA LLC, addressed questions raised during…
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