MANSFIELD — New Mercy Outreach, a foster care agency and New Mercy Ministries have partnered together for their first back-to-school bash at New Mercy Ministries located at 1034 Walcrest Drive in Mansfield. This event is slated for Saturday, Aug. 19 at noon. Hot dogs, potato chips and drinks will be provided. Anyone interested in going […]
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Here’s a bit of history of Mayflower Memorial Church from 1905
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was originally published on Richland Source in 2016. MANSFIELD — At the turn of the last century, Miss Susan Sturges felt very strongly that everyone in Mansfield needed the benefits of belonging to a Congregational Church. So, if folks in the north end of town weren’t going to travel down to […]
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Mansfield healthcare center focuses on supporting local children and families
MANSFIELD — Third Street Family Health Services is working to ensure children have the support they need to thrive. The network of community health care centers will soon celebrate two initiatives that help local families. Saturday, Aug. 12, Third Street will host its Third Annual Block Party. This public event will be held 12-4 p.m. at […]
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Ellington memorial golf outing to benefit Unstoppables Youth Sports
BELLVILLE — The Unstoppables Youth Sports league has been a game changer for families across north central Ohio. That’s why the family and friends of Jeff Ellington are proud to announce the local nonprofit as the beneficiary of the 2nd Annual Jeff Ellington Pay Forward Golf Outing. This year’s outing will take place Sept. 7 at Deer Ridge Golf […]
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NAMI unveils community awards at Kingwood Center meeting
MANSFIELD — The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Richland County held an annual dinner Aug. 3 at Kingwood Center with friends, family, and supporters its local affiliate. The evening was filled with updates on community programs, a special time of thanking all volunteers, the Richland County Mental Health & Recovery Services Board, the mental […]
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Mansfield residents to send school supplies to children overseas
MANSFIELD — As the school year approaches, shoebox packers are making use of back-to-school prices to purchase gifts and essential items for children in need around the world. Residents in Mansfield are collecting school supplies, along with personal care items and fun toys, to pack in shoeboxes. Operation Christmas Child, a project of Samaritan’s Purse, will deliver these […]
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Autumn Fiber Festival set for October at Richland County Fairgrounds
MANSFIELD — Explore fiber art in all its fabulous forms at the 10th annual Autumn Fiber Festival on Saturday, Oct. 21 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 22 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This event will be held in a new location this year, taking up residence in the Arts and […]
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Everson Fish Fry slated for Aug. 12 at UMADAOP
MANSFIELD — The Everson Fish Fry will be on Saturday, Aug. 12, from noon to 4 p.m. at Umadaop Community Outreach Center located at 215 Trimble Rd. The menu will include fish or chicken, macaroni and cheese, green beans, fried corn, dessert, and a drink. Proceeds from this event will go to support The Education […]
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Gravity Ohio announces new advisory board members
MANSFIELD — Gravity Ohio has announced its new advisory board members. More information on these individuals is below: Debra Akers Debra Akers is an Ohio native who has been involved in arts and music for the past 30 years. She was a voice instructor at Richard Academy of the Arts, a musical director for numerous […]
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2nd annual Mansfield Area Recovery Picnic set for Sept. 9
MANSFIELD — The Mental Health and Recovery Services Board has announced the second annual Mansfield Area recovery picnic will take place on Saturday, Sept. 9. This year’s event will take place at the Gazebo at Central Park from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The entire community is strongly encourages to come out, bring blankets and […]