MANSFIELD — When Jacqueline French competed in her first pageant in November, she was grateful she didn’t win the title of Miss Voluptuous Ohio. French won the writing and volunteer […]
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Mansfield artist aims to create emotional and vibrant pieces
Editor’s Note This story was updated at 6:30 p.m. March 11. MANSFIELD — Jac Googins thought she needed to paint specific subjects that people couldn’t find from other artists to […]
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Ontario planning commission approves Culver’s restaurant proposal
Editor’s Note This story previously stated Ontario City Council needed to approve the restaurant’s variance request. It was corrected at 10:45 a.m. March 10 to reflect planning commission fully approved […]
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Open Source: Is there an organization that connects real estate investors in Mansfield?
Open Source This story was inspired by a reader suggestion. To submit a question or suggestion through our Open Source portal, follow this link. MANSFIELD — Gary Cassady said he believes […]
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Madison Twp. approves $4M budget for 2023 & discusses road resurfacing
MADISON TOWNSHIP — Madison Township trustees approved the 2023 final budget at nearly $4 million on Monday evening. Compared to the 2023 temporary budget, fiscal officer Leanna Rhodes said she […]
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Pump & Grind selling ‘pink storm’ smoothies & pancakes to support Pat Kracker Breast Cancer Fund
MADISON TOWNSHIP — When realtor Tyler Amos asked Jessica Backensto if she wanted to partner for a fundraiser, she said she was so excited about the prospect that she forgot […]
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Mansfield Senior graduate wins free Chevy in 2023 United Way drawing
MANSFIELD — Ashley Leadingham was driving her 2013 Chevy Cruze to Chad’s Automotive for an engine repair when she received a call from an unknown number. Alexis Danhoff, director of […]
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Social on Main debuting 2023 First Friday entertainment series
MANSFIELD — Summer weekends in Richland County are always packed with festivals, live music and outdoor activities. Yet Downtown Mansfield, Inc. staff members noticed a lull in free entertainment during […]
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Ontario City Council hears ICP building update & discusses budget appropriations
ONTARIO — Securing tenants for the Industrial Commercial Properties buildings at the former General Motors site has been difficult for the site owners. Jeff Martin, senior vice president of development […]