MANSFIELD, Ohio — London, England recently reported they have foxes roaming through its streets and peregrine falcons soaring through their skies. Mansfield also has its fair share of wild, itinerant critters, though in smaller, more subtle populations. Jason Pierce with JP Wildlife Services is often called if a wild animal is spotted in an attic […]
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Mechanics hosts ‘Time for Lunch’ in newly renovated courtyard
MANSFIELD, Ohio — Mechanics Bank in downtown Mansfield invited community members to enjoy their lunches in the bank’s newly renovated courtyard on Friday. Mechanics began opening their courtyard to the community for lunch last summer, when the building was undergoing renovations and additions. The courtyard includes a brick patio, tables and chairs, ornamental trees strung […]
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Richland Moves! receives last of supplies for bike loop, discusses safety
MANSFIELD, Ohio — During Richland Moves!’ regular monthly meeting Tuesday evening, chairman Nelson Shogren excitedly announced that the Mansfield City bike loop posts for signage have arrived, meaning the wait is almost over. “Now that we have the posts, we’re going to contact OCA to figure out when they come in to install the loop,” […]
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Mansfield schools approve three-year agreement with OhioHealth MedCentral
MANSFIELD, Ohio — Mansfield City Schools board of education approved a three-year “Official Healthcare Sponsor” agreement between OhioHealth MedCentral and the high school’s athletic department Tuesday during their regular meeting. The $9,500 per year agreement will include a $4,000 sponsorship of one varsity football game, $1,500 sponsorship of the J.C. Gorman wrestling tournament, and $4,000 […]
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Citi Church hosts ‘Run For Their Lives 5K Race’ against human trafficking
BELLVILLE, Ohio — Citi Church hosted their second-annual Run For Their Lives 5K Race on Saturday, drawing a small group of racers from the area. The 5K raised $800 for human trafficking awareness programs, among other causes. Citi Church’s pastor Micah Pelkey said he became aware of human sex trafficking when he attended Champions Centre in […]
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NECIC hosts ‘Meet the Candidates Night’
MANSFIELD, Ohio — The North End Community Improvement Collaborative hosted a “Meet the Candidates Night” on Wednesday evening. Candidates were given the chance to introduce themselves and address upcoming issues. On Nov. 3, voters will elect a city council president, a law director, a second ward council member, a sixth ward council member and two […]
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Rules for the road: 10 rules for motorists and bicyclists to remember
MANSFIELD, Ohio — In preparation of installing a 5.73-mile bike loop through Mansfield’s streets, Richland Moves! issued a condensed version of rules for the road — both for motorists and bicyclists. “Safety is imperative to us. The worst thing that could happen is for someone to be injured or killed during the initial start up […]
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The dream of a chainsaw artist from Mansfield
MANSFIELD, Ohio — Sarah Nicol never thought she would find her passion in Afton, Wyoming. After spending three months with her uncle during an apprenticeship in high school, her passion was clear: wood carving with a chainsaw. Her uncle, Jonathan “The Bearman” LaBenne, is known around the world for his chainsaw art of wild animals. […]
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Who will stay awake through Labor Day weekend for the ‘Great Sleep-out Against Domestic Violence’
MANSFIELD, Ohio –There are 30 families currently benefiting from services provided by The Domestic Violence Shelter Inc, according to Executive Director Katherine Ezawa – a number she thinks is rather large. Johnny’s Mattress and Furniture Superstore in Mansfield will help the shelter fight domestic violence in the area with an event that began Friday. On […]