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Education
4 months ago
MOESC now accepting applications for substitutes for 2026-2027 school year

Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center is now hiring substitute teachers for the 2026-2027 school year to support local districts, with application fees waived and flexible education requirements available.

Court/Crime
4 months ago
Bond set at one million dollars for former volunteer coach

Former Wynford volunteer coach Chad Garberich faces a $1 million bond following his arraignment in Crawford County Common Pleas Court on multiple felony charges, including six counts of first-degree rape.

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Court/Crime
4 months ago
Two arrested in Crawford County methamphetamine raid

The Crawford County Sheriff’s Office and METRICH Enforcement Unit seized suspected narcotics and arrested two individuals Tuesday following a search warrant execution at a Marion Road apartment.

Court/Crime
4 months ago
Former Wynford volunteer coach arrested on multiple charges

The Wynford School District has terminated its relationship with volunteer coach Chad Garberich following his arrest in Crawford County on charges of rape and sexual battery.

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Business
4 months ago
Crossroads creates new candle line with “glowing” response

The Crossroads Family of Companies has launched Slower Days Co., a new hand-poured coconut soy candle brand featuring weekend-themed fragrance collections designed for mindful living.

North Central Ohio News
4 months ago
MOESC student artwork on display at 2026 Mayor’s Show at Main Library

The Mansfield Public Art Commission and the Main Library present “The Mayor’s Show: Rising Artists of Mid-Ohio,” featuring award-winning student artwork from May 5 to May 29.

Local
4 months ago
Galion Public Library announces new hours, May display themes, and programming pause

The Galion Public Library is updating its weekday hours starting May 1 and pausing adult programming through May to prepare for the 2026 Summer Reading program.

Local
4 months ago
Habitat for Humanity opens applications for historic multi-county homebuilding project

Habitat for Humanity of Richland & Crawford Counties is now accepting homeownership applications as it prepares to construct four new energy-efficient homes across the region.

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Weather
4 months ago
Avita Health System Work Week Weather: Warm Monday precedes midweek storms

Get the latest Work Week Weather forecast for Crawford County, featuring a warm start with highs near 78 followed by a high probability of thunderstorms and a midweek cool-down.

Local
4 months ago
Mansfield Speedway roars back to life, rekindling generations of racing tradition

Mansfield Speedway officially reopens on May 2, 2026, under the leadership of Matt Tifft, bringing generations of North Central Ohio racing history back to life for fans and families.