When local politics goes national: Inside the battle over Richland County’s commercial wind/solar ban
It’s easy to forget the pro-renewable energy YouTube advertisements, commercials, yard signs and seemingly innumerable mailers which flooded Richland County in advance of the May primary election.
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Mansfield lawmakers say proposed ban on downtown camping not aimed at driving out homeless
Aurelio Diaz said Tuesday a proposed law banning people from camping in public spaces in the downtown central business district is not aimed at driving away the homeless.
Lucas needs a win in Week 10 to extend area-best postseason streak
LUCAS — North central Ohio’s longest active playoff streak is in jeopardy. Lucas was in 13th in Region 27 of Division VII when the Ohio High School Athletic Association released…
Shelby Board of Education recongizes international students, outstanding pupils & staff
The board, along with staff of the city’s schools, honored international students, accepting them for the 2026-27 school year, and acknowledged the academic success of Shelby Middle School students.
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Taking the oath: Mansfield Fire Dept. swears in Galion & Hillsdale graduates
A Galion High School graduate and a Hillsdale High School graduate are the two newest members of the Mansfield Fire Department.
Richland Area Chamber celebrates 10th annual Savor & Sip with food, music and silent auction
MANSFIELD – The Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development will celebrate the 10th annual Savor & Sip Auction and Food Tasting on Thursday, Oct. 22, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the Mid-Ohio Conference Center, 890 W. Fourth Street in Mansfield. A favorite community tradition, Savor & Sip brings together…
Letter to the Editor: Why I support Lexington Schools
“There’s no place like home.” For me, Lexington is home. I have been teaching English at Lexington High School since 1999, and I still love my job. I could have retired, but when you love what you do and believe in the people you work with, why would you want…
Ohio’s 2027 Wildlife Legacy Stamp will feature stunning gray fox
COLUMBUS – An eye-catching photo of a gray fox was selected as the featured image for the 2027 Ohio Wildlife Legacy Stamp. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife announced the photo, taken by Todd Hawkins of Marietta, was selected from a field of 99 wildlife images. Hawkins’…
Mansfield lawmakers to consider ban on ‘camping’ in downtown Central Business district
The law aims to regulate living accommodations in outdoor spaces while establishing specific guidelines for law enforcement officers before citations are issued or arrests are made.
Richland County Foundation funds $1.4 million in grants for health & housing needs
MANSFIELD – The Richland County Foundation Board of Trustees approved grants totaling $1,477,004.99 to non-profit organizations during its October meeting. Competitive and field of interest fund grants were approved by the board to four organizations. Community Health Access Project (CHAP) received a grant to enhance care coordination services for uninsured…
U.S. Marshals offer reward for capture of man with Mansfield ties
MANSFIELD — The Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force is offering a reward for information which would lead to the capture of fugitive Hasan Hill. Hill is wanted by the Richland County Sheriff’s Office and the United States Marshals Service for felonious assault. Hill, 35, is described as a Black…
From Shelby roots to mental health leadership: Megan Davidson to become NAMI-RC executive director
Megan Davidson lives in Shelby with her husband of 15 years and their two children. She said her father’s example helped shape her desire to serve others.
Sunny skies and packed parking: Fleming Falls Preserve hosts first ‘Fall at the Falls’ Festival
Visitors streamed into the 184-acre park on Sunday at the former Camp Mowana for the first “Fall at the Falls” event.
Ontario Local Schools receives truckload of donated school supplies
For the last five years, the company has coordinated with Spherion Mid Ohio to randomly select a high school student from its summer workforce and donated a truckload of supplies to their district.
Richland County’s public charter schools fall short on Ohio State Report Cards
Richland County’s public charter schools include Foundation Academy, Richland School of Academic Arts and Legacy Academy of Excellence.
Westbrook Country Club honored by national trade magazine
MANSFIELD – Westbrook Country Club’s new clubhouse placed third in Golf Inc. magazine’s national “Clubhouse of the Year” competition in the New Private Clubhouse category. The club has undergone an extensive multi-year restoration and expansion financed and guided by Mansfield, Ohio-based owners, Dan and Brenda Niss and their family. Results…
Whimsy meets wonder at Kingwood Center Gardens’ Great Pumpkin Glow
One thousand jack-o’-lanterns were the feature at Kingwood Center Gardens’ Great Pumpkin Glow, an annual event hosted from Oct. 16-18, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Letter to the Editor: Lexington Schools need your help
Dear Lexington Community, Our schools need your help! My name is Patrick Cannon and this is my 32nd year as the PE teacher at Eastern Elementary. I have also had the privilege to serve as a coach for many activities and most recently serve as the Lexington Teachers Association President. My…
Lexington sweeps to OCC boys and girls cross country championships
The Lexington girls cross-country team won its 18th straight Ohio Cardinal Conference title and 20 of the last 24.
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