Public-private partnership brings new pavilion to Mansfield’s Prospect Park
Prospect Park holds a special place in the heart of Kristine Lindeman. It’s a true family connection that spans back generations.
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Newman Technology gains sales tax break for $21 million building expansion in Mansfield
Jessica Gribben said Monday that Newman Technology is exactly the kind of project local economic developers want to assist.
Lexington man killed in Ontario Walmart parking lot crash
ONTARIO — A Lexington man was killed Sunday morning during a one-vehicle crash in the Ontario Walmart parking lot, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Max Longwell, 22, of…
Mansfield Fire Dept. adds 3 new firefighters during Monday ceremony
Kaleb Armstrong, Owen Fike and Parker Herring joined the Mansfield Fire Department on Monday morning.
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On the same track: Churches unite for Festival of Hope at Mansfield Speedway
Festival of Hope brought thousands of people to the Mansfield Speedway for a free event with children’s activities, $20,000 in giveaways, a time of worship and inspirational messages.
Richland County releases list of marriage applications July 20 through Aug. 14
MANSFIELD — Listed here is a report of marriage applications applied for at the Richland County Probate Court from July 20 through Aug. 14. 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…
Renovated historic homes offer unique getaway on North Bass Island
NORTH BASS ISLAND — Guests can now book their stay at historic homes on North Bass Island after the completion of a multi-year renovation effort. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is announcing the restoration of several historic island homes and the expansion of overnight lodging options on one of…
UPDATE: OVI checkpoint cancelled for Saturday on Trimble Road
The operation, funded by federal grant money, will run from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. and is designed to deter and intercept impaired drivers.
Miller Time: Ontario senior does it all in convincing win over Lexington
Gavin Miller rushed for a touchdown, threw for a touchdown and nearly returned a punt for a score as Ontario opened the season in style
Buckeye Central topples Crestline in Crawford County affair
NEW WASHINGTON — Longtime Crawford County rivals Crestline and Buckeye Central were reunited on Friday night for the opening of the high school football season. It was a much more pleasant affair for the Bucks, who fashioned a 35-7 victory over the visiting Bulldogs. (Photos by Tom Theodore)
Fast start, strong finish: Shelby seniors set the tone early in 54-0 shutout over Madison
The Shelby Whippets have a huge senior class on their 2026 football team. Those seniors were on display Friday night, especially Brady Bowman and Michael Shepherd.
Aug. 21: Mansfield-area high school football roundup
Shelby shuts out Madison A suffocating defense helped Shelby handle Madison 54-0 in Ohio high school football on Aug. 21. The first quarter gave Shelby a 26-0 lead over Madison. The Whippets opened a monstrous 33-0 gap over the Rams at the intermission. Shelby jumped to a 54-0 lead heading…
Shelby High School honors senior football players, cheerleaders as 2026 season begins
Shelby High School honored its senior football players and cheerleaders on Friday night.
Ready, set, throw: 18-hole disc golf course opens at Middle Park in Mansfield
Middle Park was closed last year, with run-down bridges and trash all over. The installation of a new 18-hole disc golf course, “The Hollow at Middle Park,” signifies how far the area has come.
Ohio AG: Grand jury issues indictments in sweeping child sex abuse, endangerment cases
MCARTHUR, Ohio — A Vinton County grand jury issued indictments in three criminal cases involving sexual abuse and child endangerment, Vinton County Prosecutor William Archer, Vinton County Sheriff Ryan Cain and Ohio Attorney General Andy Wilson announced Friday. “These indictments are the latest developments in the ongoing investigations, but our…
2 men indicted and arraigned for aggravated murder of Delaware County woman
DELAWARE — A Delaware County grand jury has upgraded the Tamela Dutcher murder case to an aggravated murder charge. Dutcher murder case Tamela Dutcher, 55, was shot to death at her Bean Oller Road home on Aug. 14. Bryanna Dutcher told investigators she argued with her mother about cleaning earlier…
Richland LEADS: New name reflects expanded mission to empower leaders at every career stage
MANSFIELD — The Mansfield-Richland Area Educational Foundation, an organization of the Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development, announced Friday that it will operate under the new trade name Richland LEADS. This brings together the organization’s full portfolio of community leadership programs under a single, unified brand. Alongside the new name, the organization…
The show must go on: Six girls crowned at Lexington Miss Blueberry pageant
LEXINGTON – The entire Blueberry Festival was moved out of its comfort zone this year when much of the event was canceled due to flooding. That theme was echoed on Thursday night during the crowning. “When you’re out of your comfort zone, just embrace it and take it on with…
Bids sought for West Park Shopping Center
MANSFIELD — Richland County Land Reutilization Corporation is ready to solicit bids for West Park Shopping Center 1157 Park Avenue West, Mansfield, Ohio. There will be a mandatory contractor pre-bid walk through Aug. 31, 2026 at 10 a.m. at 1157 Park Avenue West, Mansfield, Ohio. Sealed proposals for the above Project will be…
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