MANSFIELD — From sunny June days to the shifting colors of autumn, the tree lawn looks like a miniature park. A crabapple tree rises, surrounded by boxwoods and rings of bold zinnias and marigolds. For 10 years, a group of volunteers has cared for the triangular median where Woodhill Road forks into Marion Avenue. Now, […]
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Ohio hunters can donate venison to fight hunger
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was originally published by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. COLUMBUS — There are several organizations in Ohio fighting hunger by helping hunters donate a portion or all of their venison to those who need it. The Division of Wildlife wishes to thank you, the Ohio hunter, for making a difference […]
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A Stroll Through the Garden: Studying Nostoc algae, or the green glob
A few years ago, in July, I was at a reception where this young man was getting ready to head into basic training. One of my friends from church came up to me at this point and asked me about this green stuff — almost like green Jello — on their driveway. She said, “We […]
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Mansfield Symphony Youth Orchestra presents Holiday Prelude
MANSFIELD — The Renaissance Performing Arts Association invites the community to celebrate the season with the Mansfield Symphony Youth Orchestra (MSYO) in their annual Holiday Prelude concert on Dec. 14 at 3:30 p.m. at the Renaissance Theatre. Under the direction of Stephen Domka, these gifted student musicians from a twelve-county region will perform joyful new […]
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‘We Wish You a Jazzy Christmas’ brings big band cheer to the Renaissance
The Renaissance Theatre invites audiences to swing into the holiday spirit with “We Wish You a Jazzy Christmas.”
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One Night, One Man Christmas Carol set for Dec. 12 at Ghostlight Lounge
MANSFIELD – The Renaissance Performing Arts Association is delighted to present One Night, One Man Christmas Carol, a one-of-a-kind holiday event featuring Renaissance Artistic Director Michael Thomas. The performance will take place on Friday, Dec. 12 at 7:30 p.m. in the Ghostlight Lounge, the Renaissance’s speakeasy located in the former historic lobby. About the Show A Christmas […]
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Volunteers needed for free Thanksgiving dinner at Shelby church
Volunteer cooks are needed that day beginning at 8 a.m. to help prepare the meal, along with servers and those willing to help clean up.
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Sponsor a wreath in Shelby this season to remember local veterans
Each wreath is $17 and $5 from every purchase directly supports preservation and improvement projects in two Shelby cemeteries.
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BrandRichland launches countywide Community Calendar
MANSFIELD — Destination Mansfield and Richland County and the Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development have launched the countywide Community Calendar at BrandRichland.com/Events. This is a single, trusted source for public events across Richland County. Conceptualized in the 2019 Mansfield Rising plan and delivered through the BrandRichland initiative,the calendar makes it easier for residents and […]
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Families Without Families Thanksgiving dinner set for Nov. 27 at DLX
MANSFIELD — The annual “Families Without Families” Thanksgiving Community Meal returns this year to bring warmth, connection, and the true spirit of the holiday season to all those in need throughout Richland County. The free community meal will be held on Thursday, Nov. 27 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at DLX, 28 N. Main Street, Mansfield. Sponsored by DLX, GravityOhio, Bite […]