MANSFIELD – In partnership with Mansfield City Parks Department, Mansfield/Richland County Public Library (M/RCPL) has opened two new Little Free Libraries in Mansfield. Little Free Library is a nonprofit organization that creates book exchange boxes that now number more than 150,000 worldwide. Now, two new Little Free Libraries at Maple Lake Park, 746 Arlington Ave., […]
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Fight Hunger, Stock the Trailer returns to Richland County Fair
MANSFIELD- Farm Credit Mid-America and Richland County Fair have announced the return of Fight Hunger, Stock the Trailer. Presented by Farm Credit Mid-America and sponsored by Rural 1st, this friendly competition helps junior fairs raise food donations for local food banks across Ohio. Now in its fourth year, Fight Hunger, Stock the Trailer is just one of the many ways Farm […]
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Mansfield Men’s Garden Club sets Fall Harvest Show for Aug. 24 & 25 at Kingwood
MANSFIELD — The 69th annual Fall Harvest Show, sponsored by the Mansfield Men’s Garden Club, will take place Saturday, Aug. 24 and Sunday, Aug. 25 at Kingwood Center Gardens/Charles King Ballroom. The show will be open for viewing, free with admission to Kingwood, from 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24 and from 10 a.m. […]
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ROC hosts Charity Ride & Poker run for kids on Aug. 3 in Mansfield
MANSFIELD — Join Richland Outreach Center (ROC) for its first Charity Ride and Poker Run highlighting the importance of helping the children in the Richland County community. This event is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 3. registration will start at 9 to 11 a.m., at Baker’s Cornerstone Bar & Grill, 586 Park Ave East, Mansfield. Bikes […]
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NECIC/RiCI Urban Agricultural site grand opening set for July 29
MANSFIELD – The North End Community Improvement Collaborative (NECIC) has announced the grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony of the NECIC/RiCI Urban Agricultural Site. This event, at 1155 S. Olivesburg Road, Mansfield, is free to attend, and light refreshments will be served. Event schedule 1 p.m.: Welcome and opening remarks by our distinguished speakers 1:30 […]
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Idea Works, Inc. announces upcoming expansion
MANSFIELD – Idea Works, Inc. is excited to announce plans to expand and update its shared kitchen space at 144 W 3rd St., Manfield. “As of Jan. 1, 2025, we will no longer be managing the coworking location at 40 W. 4th St. as we focus our attention on meeting the growing demand of Mansfield […]
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Section of Harding Way E. to be closed in Galion for storm sewer project
GALION — A portion of Harding Way East will be CLOSED to commercial and through traffic beginning Wednesday, July 31, for a storm sewer project. The work zone on Harding Way extends from Murray Street to Mansfield Street. Commercial traffic will be detoured at East Street/State Route 61 on the west end, and Sixth Avenue on […]
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Husted announces more than 100K TechCred credentials awarded in Ohio
COLUMBUS — Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted, who serves as Director of the Governor’s Office of Workforce Transformation, has announced that over 100,000 credentials have been awarded since the start of the TechCred program. This milestone demonstrates Ohio employers’ demand for the skills needed to keep up with modern and future-forward technology. “Back in 2019, we recognized […]
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Galion Community Band Concert to honor St. Peter’s teacher Aug. 4
GALION — The Galion Community Band will perform its second summer concert on Sunday, Aug. 4 at 6 p.m. in the pavilion of the First United Church of Christ located at 248 Harding Way West in Galion. This concert will honor Lew Friend, an original member of the first Community Band and longtime musician and […]
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United Way of Richland County & YMCA of North Central Ohio renew partnership to enhance community impact
MANSFIELD – The United Way of Richland County and the YMCA of North Central Ohio have announced the renewal of their partnership. This renewal reaffirms their shared commitment to strengthening communities and improving the lives of individuals and families. The partnership was celebrated today at a press event at 2 p.m., featuring critical leaders from both organizations. The event, […]