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25/11/2025

Ohio high school athletes can now earn money from their name, image, and likeness, ending years of resistance and placing the state squarely in the national mainstream.

Richland County students are among those who can benefit from the change.

TagsHigh School Sports By 1812Blockhouse Ohio high school athletes can now earn money from their name, image, and likeness, ending years of resistance and placing the state squarely in the national mainstream. Richland County students are among those who can benefit from the change. What Prompted th...

24/11/2025

When Geoffrey D. Eaton of Ontario stepped into his new role on the Ohio Architects Board on November 21, he became the latest Richland County resident to help guide how the state shapes and safeguards its built environment. His term runs through October 2, 2030, giving him a long runway to influence decisions that affect everything from home additions to major public facilities.

TagsAppointments,State of Ohio By 1812Blockhouse When Geoffrey D. Eaton of Ontario stepped into his new role on the Ohio Architects Board on November 21, he became the latest Richland County resident to help guide how the state shapes and safeguards its built environment. His term runs through Octob...

24/11/2025

Mansfield isn’t heading into the holidays with the same momentum as many of its peers. The latest forecast from the University of Cincinnati Economics Center projects a 4.4% drop in holiday spending for the Mansfield metro area — the sharpest decline among Ohio’s nine major regions. And it comes at a time when consumer sentiment statewide is scraping a ten-year low and families are wrestling with rising costs for health care, housing, food and child care.

TagsEconomics,Holidays By 1812Blockhouse Mansfield isn’t heading into the holidays with the same momentum as many of its peers. The latest forecast from the University of Cincinnati Economics Center projects a 4.4% drop in holiday spending for the Mansfield metro area — the sharpest decline amon...

23/11/2025

Here’s a Holiday Road Trip idea for Richland Countians!

The Ohio Statehouse has a way of feeling grand and intimate at the same time, and the annual Holiday Festival and Tree Lighting makes the most of that balance. On Thursday, December 4, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM, the historic building at 1 Capitol Square opens its doors for an evening filled with music, lights, community groups, and a steady stream of families weaving through the halls.

TagsFamily Fun,Holidays,Road Trips By 1812Blockhouse Here’s a Holiday Road Trip idea for Richland Countians! The Ohio Statehouse has a way of feeling grand and intimate at the same time, and the annual Holiday Festival and Tree Lighting makes the most of that balance. On Thursday, December 4, from...

22/11/2025

Check this out and begin holiday shopping in earnest!

22/11/2025

Ontario is preparing to welcome one of its most significant industrial projects in years. Charter Next Generation plans to build a 456,000-square-foot warehouse and industrial facility on a 25-acre portion of the former General Motors property along West Fourth Street, adding new momentum to a site that has slowly been reshaped from its auto-manufacturing past.

TagsEconomic Development,Industrial Development By 1812Blockhouse Ontario is preparing to welcome one of its most significant industrial projects in years. Charter Next Generation plans to build a 456,000-square-foot warehouse and industrial facility on a 25-acre portion of the former General Motors...

21/11/2025

By the end of the year, the former TGI Fridays at 900 N. Lexington-Springmill Road will take on a new life. Puerto Vallarta Mexican Bar & Grill is putting the finishing touches on its Ontario location, aiming to welcome guests before 2026 arrives. The team has been sharing glimpses of the transformation on social media, and the tone is unmistakable: they’re eager to open their doors.

TagsNew Restaurant By 1812Blockhouse By the end of the year, the former TGI Fridays at 900 N. Lexington-Springmill Road will take on a new life. Puerto Vallarta Mexican Bar & Grill is putting the finishing touches on its Ontario location, aiming to welcome guests before 2026 arrives. The team has be...

21/11/2025

Carnegie libraries across the United States will each receive a $10,000 boost next year as part of a national effort marking the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The initiative, announced today by Carnegie Corporation of New York, honors both the country’s founding and the enduring role of local libraries in community life.

Mansfield is slated to benefit from this action.

TagsMansfield Richland County Public Library By 1812Blockhouse Carnegie libraries across the United States will each receive a $10,000 boost next year as part of a national effort marking the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The initiative, announced today by Carn...

20/11/2025

If you’ve never been to Plymouth’s Christmas in the Village, this is the year to fix that. Downtown transforms into a bright, close-knit holiday scene where the lights, music, food, and crowds bring out the best parts of the season. It’s lively without being overwhelming, and it’s one of those events where you can stay all day without spending much, thanks to the generosity of local sponsors.

TagsFairs and Festivals,Holidays By 1808Delaware If you’ve never been to Plymouth’s Christmas in the Village, this is the year to fix that. Downtown transforms into a bright, close-knit holiday scene where the lights, music, food, and crowds bring out the best parts of the season. It’s lively ...

20/11/2025

Richland County landed in national coverage this week after Mother Jones published a story examining how Ohio communities are handling large wind and solar projects — and how residents here have challenged a countywide ban. The article, written by Kathiann M. Kowalski and originally produced for Canary Media, uses Richland County as an example of how local debates over clean energy are playing out across the country.

TagsEnergy,Richland County,Wind and Solar Power By 1812Blockhouse Richland County landed in national coverage this week after Mother Jones published a story examining how Ohio communities are handling large wind and solar projects — and how residents here have challenged a countywide ban. The arti...

19/11/2025

The Ohio Department of Transportation has shared updates several ongoing and upcoming projects that will affect travel in Richland County between now and winter, with timelines stretching into 2027. All work is weather dependent.

TagsOhio Department of Transportation,Road Projects By 1812Blockhouse The Ohio Department of Transportation has shared updates several ongoing and upcoming projects that will affect travel in Richland County between now and winter, with timelines stretching into 2027. All work is weather dependent.....