From cubicles to cribs: Lima’s Mercy Tots child care center repurposes office space
LIMA — Children swinging from jungle gyms, laughing during story time, hanging their newest creation on a nearby wall — that’s a typical day at Mercy Tots child care center…
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Tygers upset Lima Shawnee for first district championship in 12 years
ONTARIO — The magic of March Madness has eluded the Mansfield Senior boys basketball program for a dozen years. That drought ended on Saturday night as the Tygers spun a…
Madison’s Proctor storms to district wrestling title
After finishing fourth at last week’s sectional, Madison’s Aiden Proctor won a district title Saturday in Norwalk.
Shelby falls to Perkins in third straight district final appearence
Saturday’s district final between the Whippets (16-8) and Perkins marked Shelby’s third straight district championship appearence.
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Mansfield/Richland County Public Library and CHAP launches Community Baby Supply Drive March 9 to 28
MANSFIELD — The Community Health Access Project (CHAP) is partnering with the Mansfield/Richland County Public Library to host a countywide Baby Supply Drive from March 9 through 28. This event aims to support new and expecting mothers. Community members can donate new baby care items at participating library locations across…
Kokosing Construction offers $100K reward for info about driver who killed worker
The Kokosing Construction Co. has offered a $100,000 reward for information that leads to the arrest of the driver who struck and killed one its workers on Feb. 28.
Mansfield sets March 30 date for Aquatics Study Plan & Community Open House
MANSFIELD — Mayor Jodie Perry is pleased to announce the hiring of Counsilman-Hunsaker & Associates, Inc., a nationally recognized aquatics consulting firm, to lead the development of a comprehensive Public Pool Feasibility Study. This detailed planning process includes assessing the need for a pool, engaging stakeholders and community members for feedback, developing potential…
Section of Bowers Avenue 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. Bowers Avenue between Greenlawn Avenue and East Arch Street. The road has been closed and construction signs will be posted at…
Columbiana County woman, non-profit indicted in $150K theft case
LISBON, Ohio — A Columbiana County woman and her nonprofit organization have been indicted for allegedly stealing at least $150,000 in charitable donations, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced today. Amanda Kiger, 52, and River Valley Organizing, a non-profit organization she founded in East Liverpool, each face felony charges of…
Mansfield City Schools gifted coordinator highlights program growth
MANSFIELD — About one of every 10 students in the Mansfield City school system has been identified as gifted. It’s the job of Veronica Williams to ensure they still receive an education that challenges them. Students can be identified as gifted in specific subjects like reading, science, math, social studies and/or…
Tried and true: Mansfield Senior follows familiar recipe to district semifinal win
Mansfield Senior knocked off Oregon Clay, 55,-47, in a Division III district semifinal game Thursday evening at Ontario High School.
Madison’s Rickert selected NW District Co-Coach of Year in Division III
MADISON TOWNSHIP — Doug Rickert worked his magic again. Madison’s athletic director and first-year girls coach was selected the Division III Coach of the Year when All-Northwest District teams were unveiled Thursday evening. He shared the honor with Celina’s Bret Baucher. Madison’s former baseball and boys basketball coach, Rickert took…
Developers vie for Mansfield’s share of federal low-income housing funds
Mansfield City Council heard proposals Tuesday from two developers hoping to bring more low income housing to the city.
Ohio AG warns residents of text scam claiming outstanding parking, toll fines
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost issued a warning Thursday about a scam involving text messages claiming recipients owe unpaid parking or toll fines.
Poll workers needed in Richland County for May 5 primary election
The Richland County Board of Elections needs poll workers for the May 5 primary election.
Renaissance Youth Improv students take stage April 8 for annual ‘Open Mic’ night
The Renaissance Education Department will present its annual Improv Underground “Open Mic” Night performance on Wednesday, April 8, at 7 p.m.
State Rep. Miller unveils new Ohio tourism pass program
State Rep. Melanie Miller (R-Ashland) on Tuesday unveiled a new statewide program aimed at promoting tourism opportunities across Ohio.
North Central State College receives national Leah Meyer Austin Award for student success and community impact
MANSFIELD — North Central State College (NCSC) has been selected as the recipient of the 2026 Leah Meyer Austin Award, the highest honor conferred by Achieving the Dream (ATD), a national organization committed to advancing community colleges as engines of opportunity, belonging, and economic mobility. The announcement was made on…
Former Galion-Crestline Chamber director gets 4 years in prison for theft
The former director of the Galion-Crestline Area Chamber of Commerce was sentenced to four years in prison Wednesday after she admitted stealing more than $60,000.
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