News Man Weekly: Richland County Commissioner Tony Vero on data centers, Buc-ee's, Westinghouse and more!

In episode 98 of the News Man Weekly, the crew riffs on graduation season, the Cavs’ Game 7 victory and the Sonic Temple music festival. We break down the latest developments surrounding the proposed Buc-ee's project, discuss the $1 million state grant awarded to demolish the West Park Shopping Cen…

Skate Ohio expands with a new indoor spot at Ontario Center

Today: Roller skating, skateboarding and a bit of nostalgia are coming together this summer as Skate Ohio prepares to open a new indoor facility at Ontario Center.

Richland County Says It Can’t Block Data Centers Countywide

Richland County commissioners say they oppose a proposed Franklin Township data center, but they also say they do not have the legal authority to ban those projects countywide.

Compton steps into leadership at Mansfield Fire

Adam Compton was sworn in as a lieutenant with the Mansfield Fire Department, stepping into a first-line leadership role that oversees crew readiness, training, and on-scene decision-making. A Lexington graduate who joined MFD in 2018, Compton said he’s proud to carry on a family legacy in local fi…

Bucyrus standoff response brings multiple agencies to the scene

Today: A tense overnight standoff in Bucyrus ended Monday with a suspect dead, after police say he fired on officers during a nearly 12-hour ordeal that brought agencies from across north central Ohio to the scene.

News Man Weekly: Skate Ohio breaks news and talks about upcoming projects; Bike-A-Palooza, Mansfield Speedway and more!

Episode 97 of News Man Weekly opens with a Carl rant about Richland County’s surprisingly massive primary election turnout. Carl, Zac and Hayden then riff on the weekend before diving into the latest local headlines, including Mansfield’s Bike-A-Palooza giving away more than 100 bicycles, two Shelb…

Shelby High Staff Save Choking Student’s Life

Today – Shelby High School staff members are being praised for quick action that helped save a choking student’s life.

Ontario Pumps the Brakes on AI Data Centers

Ontario is taking a preemptive pause on artificial intelligence data centers, even before any formal proposal lands at City Hall.

The story behind Jim Odson’s three decades in Mansfield EMS

Today – Jim Odson saved his first life as a teenager, and went on to help shape emergency medical care in Mansfield for more than three decades.

Inside Tyger Threads at Mansfield Senior High School

Today – Tyger Threads is helping Mansfield Senior High School students get brand-new clothing, shoes and personal care items — with dignity, choice and confidence built into the experience.