MANSFIELD — The Main Street Corridor Improvement Project in downtown Mansfield has officially reached the quarter-pole of the 20-month project. According to Downtown Mansfield Inc., the work during the last two weeks included: Here’s what to expect in the new two weeks: Here is a look at traffic and accessibility impact: DMI said every effort […]
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Mohican State Park opens new Visitor Center
HANOVER TOWNSHIP – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources opened the Mohican State Park Visitor Center on Tuesday — the first visitor center since the state park opened in 1949. The grand opening began with remarks from Park Manager Jenny Roar, Gov. Mike DeWine, ODNR Director Mary Mertz, Chief of the Division of Parks and […]
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Richland Chamber to create new economic development website
Commissioners voted 3-0 to approve a one-time $10,000 payment for development of a new economic development website.
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Plymouth fire officials to unveil new $3.4 million station Sept. 13
Members of the public can tour the new station at 184 Sandusky St. on Sept. 13 at 11 a.m. during a dedication ceremony and open house.
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Clover Hill Early Learning Center continues response to child care needs
Clover Hill Early Learning Center is opening a second location in Ontario on Allen Drive, expected to begin serving children on Aug. 18.
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We went for a walk on Mansfield’s Main Street on Tuesday afternoon
MANSFIELD — New sidewalks were being poured near Sixth Street. New underground electric lines were being laid between Fourth and Fifth streets. Storm sewer lines were being replaced near Second Street. That was the scene Tuesday afternoon during a walking tour of Mansfield’s Main Street, from Sixth Street to First Street. The $19 million Main […]
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Richland Source, partners to boost visibility for downtown businesses during Main Street construction
MANSFIELD — As construction continues on the Main Street Corridor Improvement Project, a coalition of Mansfield organizations led by Richland Source has launched a new advertising program to help small downtown businesses stay visible — and open — throughout the disruption. The Neighbors Helping Neighbors program, announced Monday, offers a full year of free advertising […]
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Downtown Mansfield businesses voice concerns about Main Street project impact
MANSFIELD — Nichole Hamilton didn’t mince words Wednesday during a public meeting to discuss the Main Street Corridor Improvement Project.
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Richland County Port Authority OKs $23 million in bonds to support 2 development projects
MANSFIELD — It didn’t take the Richland County Port Authority long to start making deals. The new governmental entity, formed in June, approved on Wednesday $23 million in revenue bonds that will assist with two local economic development efforts. The property lease-leaseback approvals will allow the two developments — one in Mansfield and one in […]
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New Richland County Port Authority board schedules Wednesday meeting
MANSFIELD — The Richland County Port Authority board of directors will meet Wednesday at 9 a.m. at the Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development offices, 55 N. Mulberry St. The meetings are open to the public. According to a press release, the board will consider resolutions: — authorizing an administrative services agreement with the Richland […]