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Doug Theaker's impact cuts across education & veterans services
5+ hour, 10+ min ago (579+ words) MANSFIELD " Doug Theaker has spent a lifetime on the move, making his mark in education, veterans services and more. Attending a veterans service on Memorial Day means listening to a powerful speech from Theaker, as he offers a reverent perspective…...
Study finds Clear Fork Reservoir dependable source of drinking water for next 50 years
20+ hour, 10+ min ago (1322+ words) MANSFIELD " The 77-year-old Clear Fork Reservoir should remain a dependable source of drinking water in Mansfield for at least the next 50 years, according to a recent sediment survey done by Stantec Consulting Services. City officials believe that's a good thing,…...
When is a unanimous vote not enough? When abstentions reduce the vote to 4-0
15+ hour, 10+ min ago (418+ words) MANSFIELD " The final vote by City Council on the 2026 CDBG spending plan is going to have wait a couple of weeks. No one opposed it on Tuesday night. There just were not enough votes in favor of it. Follow along,…...
Rhino calf born at The Wilds highlights Ohio's conservation efforts
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (613+ words) CUMBERLAND, Ohio "The Wilds has welcomed a second southern white rhino, a female calf born on March 28, into its herd. This arrival comes just weeks after welcoming its first rhino calf of the year. This calf is the third for…...
Richland County Transit invites public to April 14 Open House
19+ hour, 19+ min ago (719+ words) MANSFIELD "Richland County Transit (RCT) is inviting the public to learn more about its upcoming RCT Flexservice at a series of open house sessions and preview rides on Tuesday, April 14. The events offer residents, workers, and community stakeholders an opportunity…...
Ontario Police warn of metal spikes found in Marshall Park area
15+ hour, 12+ min ago (370+ words) ONTARIO " Ontario police are warning the public after discovering small metal spikes in various areas of Marshall Park, posing a potential threat to park visitors. Lieutenant Tony Grimwood said officers found spikes " roughly an inch and a half long " in…...
One more lesson: Kim Hildreth ends Mansfield career with personal message
22+ hour, 10+ min ago (1161+ words) MANSFIELD " Kim Hildreth spent the last three decades educating, motivating and teaching Mansfield residents about nearly every topic imaginable. Hildreth is renowned for her work organizing and leading city projects such as the Shade Tree Commission, Tree City USA, America…...
Community Foundation for Crawford County seeks applicants for Youth Philanthropy program
18+ hour, 13+ min ago (396+ words) GALION " The Community Foundation for Crawford County announces the formation of a new Youth Council which will offer local high school students the opportunity to serve as grantmakers. Members of the Youth Council will learn about the needs of youth…...
Mary Ann (Henderson) Cantleberry
1+ day, 18+ hour ago (182+ words) 78 of Mansfield passed away Thursday April 2, 2026 after a long battle with lung cancer. She was born July 24, 1947 in Carter County, Kentucky to the late Wayne Vincent Henderson and Nellie Virginia (Carroll) Trebacz. Mary lived most of her life in Mansfield…...
Coming home: Grow by NECIC will open on Springmill Street this summer
1+ day, 10+ min ago (1025+ words) MANSFIELD "The North End Community Improvement Collaborative Farmer's Market is just a few months away. But this year, it'll be in a new location. The market is moving to the parking lot of 486 Springmill Street, where the NECIC will also…...