MANSFIELD – Since the 1960’s, the Shelly Acres swimming pool has been a staple in the Madison community. Today it’s the only existing private pool in the Madison area. Unfortunately, the effects of COVID-19 linger, and the pool is now at risk of shutting down without the help of the community. “A lot of people […]
Tierra Thomas, Thrive Reporter
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McGowan Courage Award: Crestview High School’s Nathan Spears
This 10-part series highlights the 2021 McGowan Courage Award nominees. Brought to you by the Mansfield Rotary Club. ASHLAND – In the past, Crestview High School senior Nathan Spears was prone to stress, overthinking and second-guessing himself. Throughout his high school career, he’s grown into a hardworking student with strong academic integrity, making him a […]
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New summer employment program offers teens more ways to get involved
This summer, teens between the ages of 14 and 18 will have the opportunity to get to work. Richland County Job and Family Services, partnered with Youth and Family Council, has launched a summer employment program starting in June that will last for 10 weeks. The summer employment program gives teens the chance to reconnect […]
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How Mansfield winery flourished in competitive market despite grueling economy
MANSFIELD – The Blueberry Patch, owned by the Beilstein family, is a permanent staple in the Richland County area. Locals and travelers alike can bask in the sun, pick berries and take a trip to the gift shop for a souvenir. It makes for an ideal pit stop. But in 2014, the Beilstein’s wanted to […]
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Mansfield mom donates over 1,800 ounces of breastmilk to Crawford County WIC
MANSFIELD – Two years ago Kelly Black, mother of two, birthed her first child. She experienced the joy of motherhood and breastfeeding, and she had an overwhelming need to help other mothers who were unable to take part in that nature. Black had the idea to donate her breastmilk to the OhioHealth Mothers’ Milk Bank […]
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Mansfield native releases page-turning book detailing experience as a celebrity makeup artist
MANSFIELD – For 16 years, Mansfield native Mayvis Payne has made a name for herself as a makeup artist. Her talented skills with a blending brush have put her in the same room as notable celebrities such as Jennifer Holliday, Kerry Washington, Nick Cannon and Maya Angelou. While having an overall pleasant experience throughout her career, […]
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Domestic abuse survivor shows appreciation toward the doctor who saved her life
MANSFIELD – In 2019, Alesia Litteral came close to losing her life after a violent assault from her late husband. Today, she’s grateful to the people who worked around the clock to save her life. Litteral shows a special appreciation to general surgeon Dr. Daniel Detrich at OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital. With an excellent trauma unit to […]
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Eye patient finds simple and easy treatment for dry eye after years of discomfort
Sam Looney developed long-standing eye issues over the years. Due to having dry eyes, at night time she would notice big streaks in the headlights of cars she’d pass while driving. “There was this burning sensation, and dull, achy pain. And it would get worse throughout the day,” Looney said. “And usually—when it was more […]
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Mansfield woman’s struggle and loss gives her courage to take business across the globe
MANSFIELD – Victoria Langer, CEO of Global Medical Foam, is always on her feet. Owning a successful company geared toward the medical community sends her all over the United States to learn, develop and create. Langer knows the struggle of seeing a loved one in pain. Twenty-four years ago, her late husband Larry Robertson was […]
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Medical student on path toward residency spends two weeks living inside Mansfield Hospital
MANSFIELD – When Armika Tatum first heard she’d have to do her two-week general surgery rotation at OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital in 2019, there was some apprehension. She was living in Columbus as a third-year resident attending classes for Ohio University. Residents are dispersed all over the Ohio area and go through rotations in different hospital […]