MANSFIELD, Ohio — Attracting business to Mansfield, blight, downtown living and the candidates’ goals for office were topics at Tuesday evening’s Mansfield mayor debate. Mansfield mayoral candidates Ron Abrams, Gloria Curtis and incumbent Mayor Tim Theaker fielded questions before an audience of approximately 700 people Tuesday evening during the debate at the Renaissance Theatre. The […]
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Five candidates vie for two Lexington BOE seats
LEXINGTON, Ohio — Five candidates are vying for two open seats on the Lexington Board of Education in the Nov. 3 general election. Here’s a little information about each candidate: Justin Billotte Justin Billotte works as a psychology professor for Hondros Nursing College and as an adjunct professor for Central Ohio Technical College. “I think […]
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Mansfield native to be featured tonight on ‘Tiny House Hunters’
COLUMBUS, Ohio — For Mansfield native Nils Root, less is more. The 2007 Mansfield Senior graduate has discovered the beauty and benefit of living a “simple” lifestyle, one that isn’t fixated on acquiring as many possessions possible. “I don’t own a lot of things and that’s definitely intentional,” Root said. “There’s not a lot to […]
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Merry Christmas; RCT to offer three free December services
MANSFIELD, Ohio — Richland County Transit is offering free bus services the first three Saturdays in December to support the community. The free bus trips will be offered Dec. 5, 12 and 19 from 10 a.m. to approximately 4 p.m. For information on the routes, call the RCT bus garage at 419-522-4504. “We do it […]
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Savor and Sip Auction to feature local food, drink businesses
MANSFIELD, Ohio — The Richland Area Chamber of Commerce is putting a new spin on its annual auction this year. The “Savor and Sip Auction” allows attendees to sample appetizers, entrees, desserts, pastries and beverages from some of the area’s finest restaurants, caterers, bakeries, delis, specialty food and beverage businesses. The event will be held […]
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Trick-or-treat times announced for local communities
MANSFIELD, Ohio — Communities throughout Richland and Crawford County have announced the days and times for trick-or-treating. So, look for a little caped crusader, or a minion headed your way on these dates and in these communities. Bellville: Oct. 29 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Butler: Oct. 31 from 5-6:30 p.m. Crestline: Oct. 25 from 2-4 p.m. […]
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Richland Mall holds job fair
ONTARIO, Ohio — Several job-seekers spent their Saturday afternoon at Richland Mall‘s job fair. Katie Hosler, events and marketing coordinator at Richland Mall, said more than 30 businesses throughout the area participated, with companies ranging from healthcare to construction, retail and more. With the holidays approaching, some businesses were looking for seasonal help. Others were […]
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Mansfield community takes strides against breast cancer
MANSFIELD, Ohio — Hundreds flocked to downtown Mansfield Saturday for the fourth annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K Run/Walk. Donning some sort of pink apparel, participants marched through the streets of Mansfield in support of breast cancer awareness. Mansfield is one of nearly 300 communities that annually holds a Making Strides Against Breast Cancer […]
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Hello Gorgeous salon celebrates expansion
ONTARIO, Ohio — Hello Gorgeous Hair Studio & Spa celebrated its recent expansion with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday. Ontario Mayor Randy Hutchinson, Ontario Growth Corporation Director Mark Weidemyre and Richland Area Chamber of Commerce President Jodie Perry, as well as Miss Ontario Ashley Blevins were among those in attendance. Hello Gorgeous, located at 1619 W. Fourth St., […]
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Local students to perform ‘Singin’ in the Rain’
MANSFIELD, Ohio — Mansfield Youth Theatre is kicking off its season with a production of the comedic musical, “Singin’ in the Rain,” at Founder’s Auditorium at The Ohio State University at Mansfield on Oct. 16, 17, 23, 24 and 25. Dauphne Maloney, founder and director of Mansfield Youth Theatre, said the show features 35 students […]