CENTERBURG — I found an interesting little report in the March 26, 1873 issue of a Cleveland newspaper known as The Evening Post. It quotes a special report to a Columbus paper (the original of which I could not find) stating in that year more than 300 railcars of black walnut logs were slated to […]
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Ohio’s deer gun season begins Dec. 2
COLUMBUS — Ohio’s weeklong deer gun hunting season begins Monday, Dec. 2, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. The gun season traditionally begins the Monday after Thanksgiving, is open to all hunters, and runs until Sunday, Dec. 8. An additional deer gun weekend follows on Dec. 21-22. Ohio’s first deer gun season […]
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Christmas Time in the City: Downtown Mansfield ‘lights the yule log’ on Dec. 6
MANSFIELD — Feel free to imagine the voice of Burl Ives when you attend the “Christmas Time in the City” celebration on Dec. 6 in downtown Mansfield. What could be better than the voice of “Mr. Christmas” while enjoying the lighting of the downtown Christmas tree, horse-drawn carriage rides, live reindeer and more as Downtown […]
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Christmas at The Ren offers a variety of holiday classics
MANSFIELD – The Renaissance Theatre invites you to celebrate the season with Christmas at the Ren presented by Brightspeed Fiber Internet. This year’s series of holiday events offers a variety of festive experiences to bring the community together in the spirit of Christmas. The Nutcracker Ballet Richland Academy of the Arts presents the Nutcracker Ballet […]
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Richland County Transit and Mankind Murals Inc to dedicate new public artwork “Driving Mansfield Skyline” on Dec. 6
MANSFIELD — Richland County Transit and Mankind Murals Inc is proud to dedicate its newest addition to the downtown landscape: a vibrant mural titled “Driving Mansfield Skyline.” This stunning hand-painted artwork, created by Mankind Murals Inc, will be officially dedicated and illuminated on Friday, December 6th, at a reception from 3:30 to 5:30 pm, at […]
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Loudonville museum acquires historic Copus Hill property
MIFFLIN— The Cleo Redd Fisher Museum is excited to announce its acquisition of the historic Copus Hill site, a landmark rich in local and national significance. Known as the site of the Copus Massacre during the War of 1812, Copus Hill has stood as a symbol of resilience and remembrance within the Ashland and Richland […]
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Giving Ontario launches Christmas Toy Drive
ONTARIO — The Giving Ontario organization has launched a Christmas Toy Drive now through Dec. 18. Ontario Community Events, the Ontario Fire Department and the Ontario Event Center have joined forces to form Giving Ontario on Sunday, Dec. 8 from noon to 6 p.m. at what was formerly known as the Richland Mall. “We are […]
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Greenville Treaty Line remembered with new in-ground monuments in Richland, Ashland, Knox counties
HANOVER TOWNSHIP — Few would know it was there, the sign along State Route 3 that marks a moment in time which determined the course of history for two groups of people. But if you look hard enough — traveling through the Ashland-Knox county border — you might spot a dilapidated sign post, it’s rotted […]
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Your guide to holiday events & cheer in Richland County
MANSFIELD — From parades to historical tours and toy drives, here’s your comprehensive guide for holiday fun this season.
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A Stroll Through the Garden: The mystery of scented geraniums
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was authored by Eric Larson. A few years ago, a friend from church and a reader asked about unusual plants I may encounter. She asked me what I might find to overwinter in my home so that we could all enjoy the plants both winter and summer. My friend said I […]