MANSFIELD — The back of Kim Hildreth’s shirt late Tuesday afternoon explained her dedication to the City of Mansfield — along with that of all the volunteers she has motivated for nearly three decades.

It’s a shirt she first wore in 1997 — the same year Hildreth helped launch “Operation Clean Sweep” in the city, an event designed to reduce litter in downtown Mansfield.


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City editor. 30-year plus journalist. Husband. Father of 3 grown sons and also a proud grandpa. Prior military journalist in U.S. Navy, Ohio Air National Guard. -- Favorite quote: "Where were you when...