National gold in ceramics sends a Lexington senior to Carnegie Hall

Today – A Lexington senior turned a class picked for fun into a nationally recognized ceramics portfolio — and a gold medal that’s taking him to Carnegie Hall.

A 50-Year Checkup on Mansfield’s Drinking Water

Today – A new study says Clear Fork Reservoir should remain a dependable drinking water source for Mansfield for at least the next 50 years, giving city leaders both reassurance for today and a clearer roadmap for future planning.

Why blue pinwheels are spinning outside the Mansfield YMCA

Today – Blue pinwheels spinning outside the Mansfield YMCA are putting a visible face on Child Abuse Prevention Month — and highlighting the urgent work being done to protect Richland County’s children.

News Man Weekly: A road trip to Ohio's first Buc-ee's

In this week's episode of the News Man Weekly, four grown men road-trip two hours down I-71 to visit Buc-ee’s -- a gas station with a cult following, a beaver mascot and apparently bathrooms nice enough to justify burning half a tank of gas just to see them. Because nothing says journalism like cha…

Inside LifeWise Shelby and the Students It’s Reaching

Today – LifeWise Shelby is opening up about the impact it’s having on local students, and why leaders say it may be one of the community’s best-kept secrets.

A clean comedy night coming to Mansfield Playhouse

Today – A comedian who says the worst place to have a bad set might be a cruise ship is headed to Mansfield Playhouse next week for a night of clean, relatable stand-up.

Better Together: Saying Goodbye (for now!)

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Children Testing Positive as Home Drug Use Spikes

Today – Richland County Children Services says rising drug use inside homes is driving a troubling increase in child abuse cases, with more children testing positive for dangerous substances and local officials urging the whole community to step in before more young lives are harmed.

Ashland students lose their instruments on the way to Disney World

Today – A group of Ashland students lost their instruments on a trip to Disney World, but thanks to a determined band director, a few generous music stores, and even help from another Ohio family, every one of them still got their big moment.

News Man Weekly: Richland Area Chamber President Jessica Gribben; Disc Golf, West End Neighborhood Improvement plan and more!

Episode 91 of News Man Weekly kicks off with Carl officially declaring mowing season open in Mansfield. From there, Carl, Zac and a newly reinstated Hayden dive into their weekend recap: The Source won an award, baseball’s return, college basketball and the usual chaos before jumping into "What's C…