Habitat for Humanity seeks contractors for new high-performance homes in Shelby & Crestline
SHELBY — Habitat for Humanity of Richland & Crawford Counties is seeking proposals from qualified area contractors for the construction of two new single-family homes. One home will be on…
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Downtown Mansfield hotel purchase is official, launching $10-million project
MANSFIELD — A local investment group led by Mansfield entrepreneur Jay Goyal and hotelier Snehal Patel has completed the purchase of the Quality Inn & Suites at 116 Park Avenue West,…
Land Bank opens 9 bids for demolition of West Park Shopping Center
MANSFIELD — The end of the former West Park Shopping Center is getting closer, but the Richland County Land Bank still has a decision to make. Nine companies submitted bids…
Mansfield Hospital recognized among ‘Best Hospitals in Ohio’
MANSFIELD — OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital has earned recognition in U.S News & World Report’s 2026–2027 Best Hospitals edition, achieving “high performing” ratings across eight procedures and conditions. This is the highest…
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Mansfield Police swear in 3 new officers
“I get to sit in on the interviews with the chief and the HR director, and I can assure you that these gentlemen take the theft of a five-cent bubblegum very seriously,” said Mansfield Safety Director and former Mansfield Police Chief Keith Porch.
Downtown Mansfield Secret City Tour set for Sept. 19
MANSFIELD — What’s behind the doors of downtown Mansfield? Step inside spaces you’ve passed for years — but rarely had the chance to explore. The Secret City Tour is a self-guided experience through historic buildings in transition, offering a glimpse of where downtown has been and where it’s headed. Featured…
Richland Carrousel Park joins ‘This Seat is Waiting’ foster campaign
MANSFIELD — Amidst the familiar calliope music and spinning wooden figures at Richland Carrousel Park, a single stationary chair has appeared, serving a vital purpose for local youth. The historic downtown attraction at 75 N. Main Street is the latest community destination to join Richland County Children Services’ (RCCS) ongoing “This Seat…
Manager of northern Ohio dairy sentenced for role in waterway pollution that caused a fish kill
TOLEDO – A 54-year-old man employed at a northern Ohio dairy was sentenced after he admitted responsibility for environmental pollutants that were dumped into a waterway. Teunis Jan Willemsen, a citizen of the Netherlands residing in Frankton, Indiana, was sentenced to 15 months of probation and ordered to pay a…
Mansfield schedules Trick-or-Treat for Oct. 31
MANSFIELD — Mayor Jodie A. Perry has announced that citywide Trick-or-Treat is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, from 5 to 7 p.m. Residents who wish to participate in Trick-or-Treat are asked to turn on their porch lights between 5 and 7 p.m. “We also want to remind everyone that…
Section of Wood Street closed in Mansfield for water main repairs
MANSFIELD — The City of Mansfield has announced that due to a water main repair, it is necessary to close sections of the following road while work is being completed. Wood Street from Ohio Street to Richland Avenue. The road has been closed and construction signs will be posted at…
‘A Cabinet of Curiosities’ exhibit coming to Mansfield’s library
“A Cabinet of Curiosities” is a juried exhibition celebrating the wonder, mystery, and beauty of the natural world through two-dimensional art showcasing local talent.
8th annual ManAfest to bring art, music and community to downtown Mansfield
ManAfest will run Sept. 19 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Fourth Street in front of Richland Academy and at 101 Tea Company.
Madison High School unveils 2026 Homecoming Court
MADISON TOWNSHIP — Madison High School has announced its 2026 Homecoming Court. The students selected include: Lincoln Shepherd, Sophie Lowe, Emily Saunders, Koree Kershner, Kennedy Hofer, Aubrey Ohl, Brianna Coulter, Taylor McKown, Lena Sasis, Zoie Ball, Kylie Carroll, Aseem Mickouma, Knight Wolfe, Kaiden Koch, Quinten Fava, Ashtyn Huffman, Hudson Stacy,…
Beards go big for Mansfield girl as End of Summer Bash fills Main Street
ASHLAND — Things got hairy — and generous — in downtown Ashland Saturday. A $1,878 check was already headed toward helping a Mansfield girl with a rare disease when another beard competitor decided to double it. The donation was presented Saturday during Beards on Main in downtown Ashland for Allysson…
Luminous Art show opens Sept. 19 in downtown Mansfield
MANSFIELD — A unique art event is coming to Mansfield on Sept. 19. Mankind Murals Inc. will present Luminous Art, a first-of-its-kind art display in Mansfield, created in partnership with New Creations Gallery and the Mansfield Richland County Public Library. Taking place at the three Library Murals, titled “Books Move…
Eagles put up a fight, fall to No. 6 Grand Valley
ASHLAND — Early miscues haunted the Eagles on Saturday against heavyweight Grand Valley. Ashland had a pass intercepted in the end zone on its first possession and misfired on a short field goal in the second quarter in a 20-10 loss to the sixth-ranked Lakers at Jack Miller Stadium. Photos…
Every little victory matters: 5th annual New Beginnings celebration honors recovery
MANSFIELD — Doug Newsome walked into Catalyst Life Services more than a decade ago as what he described as “a broken man” with “lost hope” and no idea what his future would hold. Earlier this week Newsome stood before those at the fifth annual New Beginnings Recovery Celebration with 12…
Decorated Air Force veteran Kim Campbell headlines action-packed events in Bucyrus Sept. 17 to 19
BUCYRUS — A decorated Air Force veteran, historic planes and a new monument honoring a groundbreaking woman in aviation are coming together in Bucyrus this September for a weekend celebrating courage, history and high-flying fun. The Lauretta Schimmoler Museum Inc. is bringing retired U.S. Air Force Colonel and former A-10…
25 years after 9/11: Remembering the day that changed America
ONTARIO — Twenty-five years have passed since the Sept. 11 attacks, but the memories of that day remain vivid for those who lived through it. The Ontario/Mansfield community gathered Friday afternoon for the 4th annual Field of Honor to remember the thousands who died as well as honor the first…
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