MANSFIELD – Grace Episcopal Church and Pantry invites the community to participate in an enriching mini-course titled “Faith in Action: A Deep Dive into the Episcopal Tradition.” This series will take place on Sundays at 9 a.m. in the Sipes Fellowship Hall, starting Jan. 11 and running through Feb. 15. The course is free and […]
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Music Academy of Karate & Empowerment kicks off New Year
Energy filled the Music Academy of Karate & Empowerment on Jan. 3 as the downtown dojo hosted its first belt promotion of the year.
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Roseland Neighborhood Family Fest set for Jan. 10
MANSFIELD — Richland County Children Services (RCCS) in collaboration with Roseland Area Neighborhood Watch President Robert Beatty, and Maddox Memorial Church of God in Christ, are coming together for the “Roseland Neighborhood Family Fest – Celebrating Community in the New Year “ for children and families. The celebration will be held at Maddox Memorial Church […]
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A winter pause aims to keep the Richland Carrousel turning for generations
From Dec. 29 through Jan. 22, the familiar music will pause as the downtown Mansfield landmark undergoes a focused restoration effort.
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Andrew Westlund
Andrew David Westlund, 42 of Mansfield, OH passed away on Sunday, December 21, 2025. He was born in Oconto Falls, WI on March 27, 1983, son of Don Hefner and Jenny (Westlund) Lagunes of Linn, WV. Andrew was cherished in the eyes of his wife of 8 years, Karina (Faber) Westlund, who will miss him […]
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Margaret Wilcoxen
Margaret Irene Wilcoxen, 81, of Beaver, Pa., passed away on December 28, 2025, after a brave battle with breast cancer. Born May 8, 1944, in Sewickley, Pa., Margaret was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Wilcoxen, and five sisters and three brothers. She is survived by her children, Matt Wilcoxen of Florida and Angela […]
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Pretty Boy Floyd & Christmas in Mansfield 1930
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was originally published on Richland Source as a history column in 2016. Back in the 1980s an older woman in Mansfield was interviewed to learn more about the 1930s, when she operated an Auto Park of tourist cabins on State Route 430 east of town. She noted, almost casually, that she had […]
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Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus
Dear Editor, I am 8 years old. Some of my little friends say that there is no Santa Claus. Papa says “If you see it in the Sun, it is so.” Please tell me the truth, is there a Santa Claus? Virginia, Your little friends are wrong. They have been affected by the skepticism of […]
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Grace Episcopal Church & Pantry sets Christmas food distribution event for Dec. 22-23
MANSFIELD – In the spirit of community and compassion, Grace Episcopal Church and Pantry will hold its annual Christmas Food Distribution on Dec. 22 and 23. This vital event aims to ensure that families in need can celebrate the Christmas season with dignity and nourishment. Distribution Dates and Times Please note, the pantry will be […]
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Richland Area Chamber official to serve as faculty member at Institute for Organization Management
Clint Knight has been chosen to serve as a faculty member for the upcoming week-long Institution for Organization Management.