U.S. 30 ramp closures will impact north central Ohio drivers
COLUMBUS — U.S. 30 drivers will experience ramp closures starting as soon as April 6 in a bridge replacement project, according to a press release from the Ohio Department of…
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A career built on impact: Sherry Branham-Fonner retires after 3 decades of service
MANSFIELD — Sherry Branham-Fonner turned the page on Friday afternoon. The executive director of the Richland County Mental Health and Recovery Services Board celebrated her retirement Friday afternoon after more…
J.C. Gorman’s sales & business acumen propelled Mansfield’s family company
MANSFIELD — James Carville Gorman’s story began on the Eastern Seaboard, but was cemented in the blue-collar values of the Midwest. He was born in Baltimore, Maryland on Feb. 11,…
Gwirtz, Loveless sworn in as Shelby Fire Dept. captains
Zach Gwirtz and Steve Loveless were sworn in to their new positions as captains Thursday at the department’s High School Avenue station.
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Tyger Elite: Sophomore Brooks earns spot on All-Ohio first team in Division III
Kaylen Brooks has taken his place among Mansfield Senior royalty.
Lucas couple launches Backroads Brew coffee truck, turning a dream into reality
MANSFIELD — The smell of fresh coffee drifted through the morning air as Backroads Brew rolled into its next chapter. Sunshine lit up the lot at Huntington Bank, 1468 Lexington Ave., where The Deschners celebrated their grand opening with a ribbon cutting Thursday morning. “It’s beyond exciting,” said Katie Deschner,…
USW Local 3057 president said 69-day ArcelorMittal strike was ‘not about wages’
SHELBY — A newly-ratified agreement between ArcelorMittal and its Shelby steelworkers delivers the highest wage increases ever achieved over a four-year contract, according to United Steelworkers Local 3057 President Norm Shoemaker. But the union leader said the 69-day strike was about more than paychecks. “This work stoppage was not about wages,…
Richland County Building Dept. official retires after nearly 37 years of work
Kenneth Arthur on Thursday offered his own unique views after 36 years of work in the Richland County Building Department.
Former Hocking County Chief Deputy convicted in corruption case
CHILLICOTHE — A former chief deputy with the Hocking County Sheriff’s Office has been convicted of corruption charges following a jury trial, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced Thursday. A Ross County jury on Wednesday found Caleb Moritz, of Logan, guilty of seven felony charges: Numerous complaints of corruption tied…
Proposed Lexington zoning changes spark debate over campers, boats & trailers
The Lexington Planning Commission is considering a change in the rules governing where and how long boats, trailers and other recreational vehicles can be parked on residential property.
Teddy Bear concert: Goldilocks and the Three Bears at Theatre 166 on April 26
Goldilocks and The Three Bears, the next installment in the Teddy Bear Concert Series, will be April 26 at 2:30 p.m. at Theatre 166.
Breaking barriers: Richland Newhope unveils accessible changing trailer for the community
Richland Newhope, which unveiled its new accessible changing trailer Wednesday afternoon
Swan Song: Shelby’s DeVito earns another All-Ohio citation
SHELBY — The finish line is in sight but Shelby senior Brayden DeVito doesn’t plan to coast home. Already the most decorated multi-sport athlete in school history, DeVito added to his legacy Wednesday when he was selected to the All-Ohio first team in Division IV boys basketball. The Air Force-bound…
I-71 reopened in Richland County after four people hurt in 2-vehicle crash
JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP – Four people were hurt and all lanes on a section of Interstate 71 in Jefferson Township were briefly closed on Wednesday after a two-vehicle crash, according to the Mansfield Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Harold Merz was extricated and transported by MedFlight to the Ohio…
Steel fabricator eyes job growth, crane upgrade with new Mansfield addition
A local custom steel fabricator may be able to add eight to 10 employees thanks in part to a zoning variance granted Tuesday by the city Planning Commission.
Voters Independent of Party to sponsor program on climate change
MANSFIELD — The Voters Independent of Party will host a program on climate change/global warming on Saturday, April 25 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. The program will take place at the main branch of the Mansfield/Richland County Public Library in the community room. This program will focus on the science of global…
Westbrook Country Club hires Todd Ivy as sales manager
MANSFIELD — Westbrook Country Club has announce the hiring of Todd Ivy as Sales Manager, bringing more than two decades of sales experience and relationship-driven leadership to the club. Ivy’s professional background includes over 20 years of sales and client service experience, along with time in the real estate industry…
Questions or comments on Main Street project? Attend open house Thursday
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