In this week’s edition, Richland Source City Editor Carl Hunnell is joined by several members of the Source media family to talk about Ohio State and the College Football Playoff, as well as a local reporting project on how Ashland County has utilized American Rescue Plan Act funds.

Managing Editor Larry Phillips, our best Buckeye historian, and Shelby/north county reporter Hayden Gray are in the studio to talk about OSU’s chances against Tennessee on Dec. 21 – and the odds head coach Ryan Day loses his job if he fails to win a national title.

Ashland Source reporters Dillon Carr and Mariah Thomas join Hunnell to talk about their months-long project on ARPA usages by cities, villages, townships and schools. They also provide details on a public event coming up Wednesday night in the Ashland Theater to wrap up the entire project.

Hunnell is also joined by Executive Producer Zac Hiser and videographer Grant Ritchey to talk about the news of the week, including a police-involved shooting in Shelby, the ongoing legal fight over the demolition of the Mansfield YMCA, a decision by Mansfield City Councilwoman Laura Burns not to seek re-election and the announcement Mansfield native Matthew Failor will be racing in the 2025 Iditarod Sled Dog Race in Alaska.

Relevant links:

Ashland ARPA reporting

Police-involved shooting in Shelby

Legal fight over old Mansfield YMCA demo

Mansfield City Councilwoman Laura Burns

Matthew Failor in the 2025 Iditarod

Intro song credit: Smoke And Drink, by Luke Watson.

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Shelby man killed during officer-involved shooting at Arby’s restaurant:

https://www.richlandsource.com/2024/12/08/shelby-man-killed-during-officer-involved-shooting-at-arbys-restaurant/

Today - a tragic incident took place in Shelby over the weekend. This story involves an officer-involved shooting at an Arby’s restaurant, and we’ll explore the details, the response, and what’s next as the investigation unfolds. Please note, some details may be disturbing.

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Ashland closes real estate deal with Amazon:

https://www.ashlandsource.com/2024/12/04/ashland-closes-real-estate-deal-with-amazon/ 

Today - Amazon is officially coming to Ashland!

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Mansfield Playhouse revives a Christmas tradition with unique radio show adaption:

https://www.richlandsource.com/2024/12/04/mansfield-playhouse-revives-a-christmas-tradition-with-unique-radio-play-adaption/

Today -  Mansfield Playhouse is reviving a beloved Christmas classic: It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play. The show opens this Friday for a two-weekend run.

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Richland County projected to end 2024 with $8.4 million budget surplus:

https://www.richlandsource.com/2024/12/03/richland-county-projected-to-end-2024-with-8-4-million-budget-surplus/

Today: An update on Richland County finances

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In this week’s edition, Richland Source City Editor Carl Hunnell is joined by special guests from Skate Ohio and also Mid-Ohio Youth Mentoring in honor of Giving Tuesday, a global day dedicated to generosity and giving back.Here in Richland County, we've got our own way to participate: Richland Gives. This online event, hosted by the Richland County Foundation, is all about building a stronger community by supporting local nonprofits.If you're looking for a way to give back, Richland Gives is a great opportunity. It's a movement to strengthen Richland County and show the power of community.B.J. Price and Adam McElroy from Skate Ohio and Jim Nicholson from Mid-Ohio Youth Mentoring help explain how their small nonprofits depend on the public’s assistance.Hunnell is also joined by Executive Producer Zac Hiser and videographer Grant Ritchey to talk about the news of the week, including an update on the $19.3 million Main Street Corridor Improvement Plan in Mansfield; Ontario City Council’s review of a 20-year comprehensive plan; and a couple of football related topics – Ontario senior Bodpegn Miller being nominated for the 2024 Mr. Football Award in Ohio and Hillsdale advancing to the Division VII state title game Friday in Canton.
Richland Gives links:Donate to Skate OhioDonate to Mid-Ohio Youth MentoringSkate Ohio YouTubeMid-Ohio Youth Mentoring websiteFind all participating nonprofits and donate on Richland Gives day
News links:Main Street Corridor Improvement PlanOntario City Council's 20-year plan reviewBodpegn Miller nominated for 2024 Mr. FootballHillsdale advances to the state title game
More links:ARPA reporting in AshlandRegister to attend the ARPA eventBrowse the Source holiday gift guide
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Fleets Fitness Center moves into former Planet Fitness in Ontario:

https://www.richlandsource.com/2024/11/29/fleets-fitness-center-moves-into-former-planet-fitness-in-ontario/

Today - some exciting news for fitness enthusiasts: Fleets Fitness Center is now offering 24/7 access and brand-new equipment at their expanded location.

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Christmas tree lighting set for Dec. 6 in downtown Mansfield:

https://www.richlandsource.com/2024/11/23/annual-christmas-tree-lighting-set-for-december-6-in-downtown-mansfield/ 

Richland County Small Business Saturday includes 80+ chances at giveaways

https://www.richlandsource.com/2024/11/27/richland-county-small-business-saturday-includes-70-chances-at-giveaways/

Today - We hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving. Because today, the holiday season gets into full swing.

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Greenville Treaty Line remembered with new in-ground monuments:

https://www.richlandsource.com/2024/11/25/greenville-treaty-line-remembered-with-new-in-ground-monuments-in-ashland-knox-richland-counties/

Today - The Greenville Treaty Line, once a crucial boundary between nations, has nearly faded from memory—but efforts are underway to preserve its legacy.

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Ohio State Reformatory announces 30th anniversary fundraising gala:

https://www.richlandsource.com/2024/11/20/classy-and-jazzy-ohio-state-reformatory-announces-30th-anniversary-fundraising-gala/

Today: The Mansfield Reformatory Preservation Society is celebrating its 30th anniversary, and they're doing it in style.

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