MANSFIELD — Due to inclement weather on Jan. 19 and 20, the Mansfield National Association for the Advancement of Colored People meeting has been rescheduled. First, organizers wanted to congratulate Christina O’Millian on her appointment to the Richland County Board of Elections. The meeting has been rescheduled to 5:30 p.m. on Jan. 26 at 400 […]
From the Mansfield NAACP, Special to Richland Source
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Mansfield NAACP invites public to Nov. 1, 2025 Freedom Fund Banquet
MANSFIELD – The Mansfield Chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) #3190 warmly invites community members, partners, and supporters to attend its annual Freedom Fund Banquet — a cornerstone event celebrating progress, resilience, and the ongoing fight for civil rights. Date: Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025 Time: Social Hour begins […]
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NAACP elevates Baker in leadership change after Davenport’s departure
MANSFIELD — The Mansfield branch of the NAACP has announced a leadership change following the departure of its current president, Alomar Davenport. Davenport, a former Mansfield City Councilman, will step down from his role effective immediately, as he has accepted a promotion with his company and will be relocating out of the state of Ohio, […]
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Mansfield’s NAACP invites the community to discuss plans Jan. 14
MANSFIELD – The NAACP #3190 invites the community to attend an open meeting to meet its newly elected president, Alomar Davenport, and discuss plans for the future of the organization. The event will take place on Tuesday, Jan. 14 at 6 p.m. at the NECIC Community Center, 486 Springmill St., Mansfield. This open meeting provides an opportunity for all […]
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Mansfield NAACP announces Alomar Davenport as new president
MANSFIELD — The Mansfield Chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) #3190 is pleased to announce Alomar Davenport has been elected as the new president of the organization. Davenport, who will serve a two-year term, was selected during the biannual election of officers held in November. Joining Davenport on the […]
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Andre Washington to speak at NAACP’s 39th annual Freedom Fund Banquet
MANSFIELD – The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People Mansfield Branch #3190 is proud to announce its 39th annual Freedom Fund Banquet will take place on Thursday, Dec. 12 at the Life Celebration Center,129 South Main St., Mansfield. The evening will begin with a social hour at 5:30 p.m., followed by dinner from […]
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NAACP Meet the Candidates Night set for Oct. 22 at Mansfield Sr. High School
MANSFIELD — Candidates for local, state, and federal elected offices as well as issues on the Nov. 5 ballot will make their presentations Oct. 22, at 6:30 p.m., in the Mansfield Senior High School auditorium. The candidates’ event is being sponsored by the Mansfield Branch of the NAACP in collaboration with the Mansfield Senior High […]
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NAACP #3190 hosts Sept. 28 fish fry to support local students
MANSFIELD — The NAACP #3190 is excited to invite the community to its annual Fish Fry, Saturday, Sept. 28 at the Mansfield UMADAOP Community Outreach Center (215 Trimble Road) from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (or until the food runs out). This much-anticipated event brings together great food and a great cause, with proceeds supporting […]
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NAACP #3190 announces scholarship opportunity for Richland County students
MANSFIELD — The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People #3190 (NAACP) invites graduating seniors in Richland County to apply for their annual scholarship. The deadline to apply is April 15, 2024. The award is targeted to honor students who exhibit personal integrity and community involvement and demonstrate moderate to significant need for financial assistance. Interested […]
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Mansfield NAACP sets 36th annual Life Membership Banquet for March 9
MANSFIELD — The banquet will be held on Saturday March 9 at the Life Celebration Reception Center, 129 S. Main St., in Mansfield. The event will take place from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Tickets are $45 per person and can be purchased from chairman Betty Palmer-Harris or any executive committee member. Buffi Williams, MSSA, LSW, […]