Part of keeping industries in Richland County and the surrounding regions means providing skilled labor to fill those jobs. North Central State College’s (NCSC) “Link and Learn” initiative is designed to serve a number of purposes: design a curriculum and certificate program at NCSC that specifically address the region’s enterprise needs for skilled labor, and […]
Anita Alvarez, Correspondent
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Cuts to SNAP benefits already underway Richland County
Richland County residents who rely on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are seeing a decrease to what many already cite as ‘not enough.’ November 1, 2013, SNAP benefits, more commonly referred to as food stamps, decreased by 13.6 percent for all existing and newly qualified persons. This amounts to $1.40 per person per meal, […]
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Alana Sigg promotes student success at Madison High School
Madison Comprehensive High School Science teacher Alana Sigg proves that teaching success involves enthusiasm, energy and cooperation. The six-year veteran’s experiences showcase how the determination and collaboration of Madison High School’s teachers, administration and counseling professionals promote the success of students who often fall through the cracks. It’s just one more example of how Richland County […]
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Healthy lunch options available in Mansfield
Locally operated and chain restaurants abound in Mansfield for people looking for a tasty lunch. It’s difficult to abstain from hearty, perhaps unhealthy lunch options drizzled with cheese, high in saturated fat, and offering bigger-than-necessary portions. But statistics show most Americans need to change their diet. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reports that 35.9 […]
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Only time will tell if the Affordable Care Act is actually affordable
Depending on who consumers listen to, perceptions of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) vary. By some accounts, the health care exchange is set to revolutionize health care for the uninsured and underinsured alike. By others, the opposite is expected. In Mansfield, expert reactions are mixed. On Tuesday, October 8, 2013 the much-awaited health care exchange […]
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St. Peter’s cafeteria changes the menu for school lunches
The typical high school lunch has a “bad rap.” Hollywood in part contributes to the image of unrecognizable foods in their various compartments on the standard lunch tray, but so do our own memories. St. Peter’s Catholic High School in Mansfield is attempting to change perceptions of the typical high school lunch. In select secondary […]
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Mansfield Symphony Director Hong finds more than he expected in local arts
What do you get when you combine an experienced, passionate director with professional, responsive musicians and a community that’s wild about supporting local arts? A Mansfield Symphony season you won’t want to miss! Thomas Hong already has a little over a year under his belt as the new music director of the Symphony, and the […]
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Supper on the square marks more than 20 years of service to Mansfield community
It was the perfect storm: Desire, location and a group of dedicated people willing to pitch in coming together to serve the needs of the community. The concept was simple: Supper on the Square serves anyone in the area, without distinction, searching for a meal. The solution came about by the coming together of two […]
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Vocal groups join Mansfield Symphony Chorus to support Renaissance Theatre
The art and music scene in the Mansfield area is alive and well. Residents can both experience a choral extravaganza and support the local theatre this weekend. On Sunday, October 13 at 3 p.m. the Renaissance Theatre will host ‘Sing Out! A Choral Celebration.’ In its second year, the fundraiser provides support for the theatre, […]
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Discover the ”Big Foods” found in Richland County
Richland County is known for its hearty food, Amish cooking, farm-fresh produce, apple orchards and the Klondike bar made famous by the locally based Isaly Dairy chain. It’s no surprise, then, that this region would have an abundance of big foods. Three Richland County food establishments are marketing big—maybe humongous is a better word—sandwiches that […]