MANSFIELD — A creative idea shared by a Mansfield resident has grown into a novel exploring identity, redemption, and the thin line between darkness and light. Author Joe Clark has released The Lessons of Light, a 354-page work of speculative fiction inspired by an original story concept from his uncle, Joshua Oakley, who lives in Mansfield. Clark not only based […]
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Promotion highlights 2 testing sessions at Music Academy of Karate & Empowerment
February’s promotion was one to remember at Music Academy of Karate & Empowerment.
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Letter to the Editor: Mansfield Civic Society to meet on Feb. 20
To the Editor, On Friday, Feb. 20 at 6 p.m. the Mansfield Civic Society will host its first public meeting at Pump & Grind, and we would like to invite the community to join us. The Mansfield Civic Society is a new local initiative inspired by the work of Strong Towns, a national movement that […]
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Letter to the Editor: May 5 offers Richland County voters choice on wind & solar
To the editor, we need to talk about this May 5 wind and solar referendum. I have been reading the local newspaper for a few years. Last year, the Richland Source released an article about a future meeting of the county commissioners banning wind and solar development in parts of the county. When I saw […]
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Laura Jane Hoffman Bivens Crummey
Laura Jane Crummey, 63, of Lexington, passed at home February 10, 2026. She was born March 29, 1962 in Mansfield, Ohio and spent her life in Richland County. She graduated from Malabar High, began working right away, and soon started a family. Laura married Tim Crummey in 2011, and they were true companions. She retired […]
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Valentine’s Day community event at Roseto on 02/14/2026
Valentine’s Day community event at Roseto Date: 02/14/2026 Time: 11:00 am-02:00 pm Location: 23 N Main St, Mansfield, Ohio 44902 Organizer: Roseto Event Venue Cost: Free Contact and more info: https://www.roseto-events.com/ About the event: Drop By Roseto for Valentine’s Day During Downtown Couples Day [Mansfield, OH]— February 12, 2026 — In celebration of Valentine’s Day […]
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Knox Community Hospital Cardiology Dept. earns accreditation
MOUNT VERNON – Knox Community Hospital has announced that its Cardiology Department has received Chest Pain Center Accreditation from the American College of Cardiology (ACC), recognizing the hospital’s commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care for individuals experiencing chest pain. They have been a Chest Pain Center since 2018 and have been re-accredited for this. This accreditation […]
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Columbia Gas of Ohio accepting applications for the 2026 Environmental Action grant
COLUMBUS – Columbia Gas of Ohio, with support from the NiSource Charitable Foundation, is currently accepting applications for the 2026 Environmental Action Grant, a recently expanded annual funding program that supports local environmental restoration and education projects and programs. “As a utility company, we know firsthand how important it is to prioritize initiatives that help create and sustain a healthy environment,” said Columbia Gas of Ohio President & COO Bob […]
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Clear Fork High School releases honor roll listings
BELLEVILLE — Clear Fork High School has announced its academic honorees for the second nine weeks grading period. All A’s SENIORS Piper Black, Jacob Brokaw, Alyssa Burger, Sabree Caudill, Mattie Colegrove, Kaiden Dettmer, Abigail Geary, Jasmine Johnson, Nicholas Martin, Austin McFerren, Bryar Ousley, Bailee Riddle, Selena Ross, Faith Smith, Sophia Wilson, Ashtyn Wine. JUNIORS Asia Bechtel, Ava […]
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Axe Social Lounge: From date nights to game nights in downtown Mansfield
MANSFIELD — In downtown Mansfield, Axe Social Lounge is carving out a place where competition and connection go hand-in-hand. Located at 123 N. Diamond St., Axe Social Lounge offers a mix of axe throwing, arcade games, and board games — creating an experience designed as much for socializing as it is for friendly rivalry. Guests […]