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It Happened in Crawford County: Linda Schulze retired, but is still answering a calling
Linda Schulze is the daughter of Harold and Marsades Mast. Linda’s brothers are Kenneth, Thomas and John. She attended Lucas schools in Richland County and loved it, especially science and math. She played French horn and trombone in the band and was in Girl Scouts grades two thru 12 and graduated in 1968. ...
Widman named Showman of Showmen for second time in her showing career
BUCYRUS, OH (Crawford County Now)—To round out the fair week, this year’s coveted title of Showman of Showmen was handed to its new recipient, Kendal Widman. Kendal Widman is an 18-year-old graduate of Colonel Crawford High School and Tri-Rivers Career Center, where she was a member of the Vet Science program.
Richland County restaurant inspections: The latest reports and critical violations
Richland Public Health's food services program is the licensing and inspection department for food service operations, temporary and mobile food services, vending locations and retail food establishments. "When a health code violation is observed, education regarding the issue is provided to the operator and corrective measures are provided," according to the department.
Richland County Sheriff's new technology system expected to be completed by early 2025
A new computerized dispatch, recordkeeping and information system for the Richland County Sheriff’s Office is 99% operational and should be fully installed before the end of this year. As a result, county commissioners on Thursday voted to give a formal 30-day notice to cancel a support service contract with Central Square Technologies, now...
Inkcarceration boosts Mansfield food trucks
MANSFIELD — Sadie Stewart remembers when her food truck was one of the only Richland County trucks serving Inkmates a few years ago. The owner of Mad Meltz, Stewart said 2024 marks her team’s fourth year at Inkcarceration. Richland County’s Athena Gyro Express and Grunt Grub also set up at the festival this year.
They’ve Got Mail In Chatfield…They Just Can’t Get It…
CHATFIELD, OH— Residents in Chatfield are expressing frustration over the lack of accessibility to their local post office. The post office, which has been serving the community since 1904, does not offer home delivery services. Postmaster Jill Stahl is responsible for overseeing operations in both Chatfield and Attica. Residents...
Inkcarceration economy: Visitor dollars add up to millions for Mansfield, Richland County
Carl Guidotti spent $13 for a large slice of pizza for Kaedyn Barnett Saturday and $13 for a Locked Up Lemonade for Kaedyn's mom as they listened to the band Uncured before taking a tour of the Ohio State Reformatory during the Inkcarceration music and tattoo festival. Kaedyn, 16, and her mom, Colleen...
Richland County marriage licenses recorded July 8-12
These marriage license applications were recorded in Richland County between July 8 and July 12:. Edward James Costello V of Iola, Texas, 23, office assistant, to Mia Rea Enzor of College Station, Texas, 25, stockman. Jordan Rudi Ratleff of Mansfield, 32, cleaning, to Lindsay Lynn Spinneweber of Mansfield, 32, self...
Ohio State Fair Previews Treats And New Foods For 2024
This week, many Richland Countians will be heading down to Columbus for the annual extravaganza known as the Ohio State Fair. There, food vendors will be firing up the grills, filling the fryers, and prepping the delicious bites of this year’s event. Brand new in 2024 is New Food...
Dice game at center of 1891 squabble between Mansfield & Mount Vernon men
MANSFIELD — I love finding quaint slice-of-life stories in old area newspapers. But one I stumbled across this week left me scratching my head. It’s about a run-in between a Mount Vernon man who had opened a shooting gallery in Mansfield, but was charged with misconduct by a traveling salesman with the name Cook Walt.
Rock in the Heartland: Midwestern artists define their unique sound
MANSFIELD, OH — The Midwestern states of this great country are known for a lot of things. The flat, sometimes-monotonous landscape is home to football enthusiasts, casserole-makers and lots of agriculture. If you listen carefully, you can hear the word “ope” whistling in the wind. But for...
Laylan’s Run: Tracing a dramatic dash from Mansfield to Mount Vernon during the War of 1812
MOUNT VERNON — It’s well known that frontier entrepreneur John Chapman — more famous under his nickname Johnny Appleseed — made a marathon run from Mansfield to Mount Vernon to warn settlers when hostilities broke out during the War of 1812. What is less known is...
Richland Outreach Center offers new Shelby programs
SHELBY — Tara Klebowski founded the Richland Outreach Center (ROC) in 2015 to assist underserved families in Richland County. ROC regularly hosts events and drives to ensure families and area children have school supplies, Christmas gifts and hygiene products. Desiree Spilman, ROC’s deputy executive director, has been leading the...
Shelby aiming to enhance safety for kids who walk, bike to school
SHELBY — Shelby City Schools has set its sights on improving safety measures for students who walk or bike to school. The district will receive consultant assistance from the Ohio Department of Transportation to help develop a school travel plan for three of its schools. Assistance from ODOT is...
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