Richland County seeks to modernize building department with new online portal
“It’s going to allow us to respond quicker on processing time,” county building department director Steve Risser said.
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ODOT offers an outline & progress of Richland County road construction projects
MANSFIELD — The following ODOT construction projects are anticipated to affect roadways in Richland County. All outlined work is weather permitting. Visit OHGO.com for travel updates or follow the Ohio Department of…
Northern Ohio Mountain Bike Series hosts first race at Mohican State Park
NOMBS organizes about eight races per year. Upcoming races in 2026 include the Ohio state championship race Aug. 2 at West Branch, Sept. 6 in Toledo, Sept. 27 at Lake…
ODNR asks Ohioans to report wild turkey, ruffed grouse sightings this summer
COLUMBUS – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife encourages the public to report sightings of wild turkeys and ruffed grouse this summer as part of its annual…
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Black Fork Gravel Grinder cycling ride & race continues to grow through year 10
After about three months of logistics planning, the inaugural Black Fork Gravel Grinder took place in spring 2016 — including about 115 participants.
Columbus YouTube celebrities ‘Creek Kings Outdoors’ plead guilty to poaching charges
COLUMBUS – An Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife poaching investigation, conducted in collaboration with Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks, resulted in a combined 40 guilty pleas from William I. Bethel, 28, of Columbus and Justin A. Booth, 23, of Columbus. The two central Ohio men…
Leading with heart: New Miss Ohio Miller brings confidence, purpose to the role
“Being a nurse was my first dream, and then I had a little bit of fun along the way, and here I am now. I am Miss Ohio.”
Trains, tractors, live music: Shiloh kicks off annual Firemen’s Ox Roast Festival
Shiloh’s annual summer festival kicked off Friday at 11 a.m. with approximately 10,000 pounds of slow-cooked beef, going on until dark, when the night capped off with fireworks.
2 Mansfield residents honored by OSHP at Cedar Point in ‘Saved by the Belt’ ceremony
SANDUSKY – Two Mansfield residents and a North Robinson man were among those honored Friday during a “Saved by the Belt” event at Cedar Point. The Bucyrus District of the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) recognized 13 individuals who survived serious-injury crashes by making the life-saving decision to wear a…
Richland County releases list of marriage applications June 22 through July 17
MANSFIELD — Listed here is a report of marriage applications applied for at the Richland County Probate Court from June 22 through July 17. These are enclosed in four consecutive PDFs at the bottom of this story. The reports are courtesy of Ema Pritchard, deputy clerk of the Richland County…
Mansfield Classical Academy Honored for Pro-Life Leadership with Statewide Award
MANSFIELD — The Ohio Christian Education Network (OCEN), a ministry of Center for Christian Virtue (CCV), has named Mansfield Classical Academy a Silver Level Recipient of the Mike and Peggy Hartshorn Dignity of Life Award, recognizing the school’s commitment to instilling a biblical respect for the sanctity of human life…
Award-winning Engage Richland program is accepting applications for 2027 class
MANSFIELD – Richland LEADS, affiliated with the Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development, is accepting applications and nominations for the 2027 class of Engage Richland, a six-month community leadership program for early-career professionals that was recently recognized as a 2026 Innovation Award Winner by the Association of Leadership Programs (ALP). The…
Clover Hill Early Learning Center, Allen Campus Earns Ohio’sGold Step Up To Quality Rating
MANSFIELD — Clover Hill Early Learning Center is proud to announce that its Allen Campus has been awarded a Gold Rating through the State of Ohio’s Step Up To Quality (SUTQ) system. The Gold Rating is the highest level of recognition in Ohio’s quality rating and improvement system for early learning…
Gorman-Rupp announces Stoops’ promotion in CFO succession plan
MANSFIELD — The Gorman-Rupp Company (NYSE: GRC) has announced that James C. Kerr, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will be succeeded as Chief Financial Officer by current Vice President of Finance, Ronald F. Stoops, effective Oct. 1, 2026. Kerr will assist with the transition and will continue to…
Permco AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days returns to Mid-Ohio for its 2-wheel celebration
LEXINGTON – The Mid-Ohio Motorcycle Jam kicks off tomorrow at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course with the Permco AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days presented by Turn 14 Distribution this weekend, July 24 to 26, for one of the world’s largest two-wheel celebrations. This year marks the 34th edition overall of the legendary AMA Vintage…
No tax increase: Shelby voters to decide renewal levies for health department, parks
City Council on Monday voted to place the pair of five-year renewals on the Nov. 3 ballot. As renewals, taxes will not rise if the issues are approved.
History on Main Street: Shelby Cycle Historical Society acquires historic engine house
“This is more than preserving a historic building,” Drain said. “It is about preserving Shelby’s legacy of innovation and ensuring these stories continue to inspire future generations.”
‘Dr. Walt would be proud:’ Oasis of Love Church to celebrate free community block party Saturday
“It’s a winning formula we have, we feel. Everything is just expanded. We’re going to have more food, more giveaways, more vendors … and everything is still free.”
20-year-old Hayesville man dies after being trapped inside grain bin in Milton Township
Ian Atkinson of Hayesville died at University Hospitals Samaritan Medical Center in Ashland after being transported by EMS from a Milton Township property.
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