MANSFIELD — Mansfield’s holiday spirit came alive Saturday as The Boot Life’s Kicking Off Christmas Makers’ Market turned into a wonderland of cheer. From custom hats to fresh-baked sourdough, numerous creations added a festive touch to The Boot Life LLC’s second annual market, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 115 Park Avenue West. The […]
Life and Culture
What benefits does a video doorbell offer my home?
A video doorbell does much more than let you know someone is at your door—it turns your front entrance into a smart, monitored point of control. With a video doorbell, you can see and speak with visitors in real time from your smartphone, tablet, or other connected devices, whether you’re at home, at work, or […]
Why go with professional installation over doing it yourself?
When it comes to protecting your home, professional installation offers a level of reliability and assurance that self-installation simply can’t match. With professional installation, trained technicians ensure every sensor, camera, and control panel is properly placed and configured for maximum coverage and performance. They know how to avoid common setup mistakes—like blind spots, weak connections, […]
How do I protect my home when I’m away for the holidays?
Traveling for the holidays? While you’re away celebrating with family and friends, keeping your home secure should be one less thing to worry about. With smart home and security solutions, you can enjoy true peace of mind no matter where you are. Before you leave, double-check that all doors, windows, and garage entrances are locked. […]
Shelby Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts ask community for food donations
Food donations being sought include anything that can sit on a shelf — items like canned goods, noodles, boxed meals, cake mixes and more.
Brake, Don’t Swerve: Patrol shares safety tips ahead of peak deer season
COLUMBUS – The Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) is reminding everyone to drive cautiously as deer-related crashes tend to rise in early November across Ohio. There is typically an uptick in these types of crashes due to the combination of peak deer breeding season and the end of daylight-saving time. “This is the time of year […]
Families’ gifts will bring new holiday magic to downtown Shelby on Nov. 30
SHELBY — This Christmas season, historic downtown Shelby will shine a little brighter thanks to the generosity of two local families whose gifts celebrate both community and family legacy. The Curry Family, honoring their parents, Linda and Denny Curry, has donated two beautiful Christmas trees that will bring new sparkle to the heart of downtown. […]
Mansfield United Lions Club to host diabetes 1-mile walk
MANSFIELD – The Mansfield United Lions Club invites the community to join us for our annual Strides for Diabetes one-mile walk on Saturday, Nov. 8 from 10 a.m. to noon at The Ontario Center (formerly the Richland Mall), 2209 Richland Mall, Ontario. Participants are encouraged to enter through the Food Court entrance. This free, family-friendly community event promotes healthier living and raises awareness about […]
NECIC engages residents to shape the future of Mansfield’s North End
MANSFIELD — The North End Community Improvement Collaborative (NECIC) is turning community feedback into action. Following a successful series of seven community forums held between August and October 2025, NECIC is advancing several key resident-driven initiatives to strengthen the North End, including the Springmill Corridor Cleanup and a Community Store project (grocery, café, staffing stop, […]
529 Plans vs UTMA: Making smart choices for education savings
This article was originally written and published here by John-Mark Young and submitted to Richland Source for publishing. As parents or future parents, a frequent question we encounter is: “What vehicle should I use to save for my child’s education?” Two popular — or often considered — choices are 529 college savings plans and UTMA (Uniform Transfers to […]
