MANSFIELD — The annual Kingwood 5K Run and Walk will take place on Saturday, June 11 with the race start scheduled for 9 a.m. The chip-timed 5K is held on the second Saturday in June, a long-standing tradition. The Kingwood 5K is a favorite community event that provides vital support for the exquisite garden estate. […]
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The amazing story of Florence Fawley was a World War II tale remembered in Ohio
Editor’s Note This story was originally published on Dec. 13, 2021 by the Ohio History Connection. Richland Source has entered into a collaborative agreement with the Ohio History Connection to share content across our sites. As the Oral History Coordinator of the Ohio History Connection I’m responsible for collecting new oral histories and making them available to […]
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Senior Spring Extravaganza set for May 25 at Richland County Fairgrounds
ONTARIO — The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. will host a Senior Spring Extravaganza on May 25 at 10 a.m. at the Richland County Fairgrounds in Mansfield. This free event is conducted in recognition of Older Americans Month and offers guests entertainment, refreshments, resources, information regarding aging issues, and a chance to […]
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McGowan Courage Award: Mansfield Senior’s Khyler Howard
Editor’s Note The McGowan Courage award, presented by the Mansfield Rotary Club, honors local high school students who have faced life experiences of adversity and hardship with extraordinary courage, tenacity and fortitude. This series will highlight eight of the 2022 McGowan Courage Award recipients. Khyler Howard’s story was written by Kristopher Beasley. Khyler Howard is a true […]
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Seasonal allergies: How Nationwide Children’s hospital can help
Editor’s Note This story is brought to you by Nationwide Children’s Hospital. The spring and summer months bring April showers and May flowers, but they also bring seasonal allergies. Severe allergies can lead to infections and inflammation in the sinuses if not treated, especially in children. “A lot of allergy symptoms become worse and flare […]
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Nominations being accepted for Outstanding Senior Citizen of the Year & Community Service awards
MANSFIELD — Do you know of a senior citizen volunteering their time to help others? Do you know of a group performing community service to help those in need? Here is your chance to recognize them. The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. is now accepting nominations for the Outstanding Senior Citizen and […]
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The Wilds to open on May 1
CUMBERLAND – A sure sign that Spring has arrived is the opening of The Wilds, an outdoor experience and adventure unlike any other in Ohio. The Wilds opens at 10 a.m. on May 1, 2022, offering a variety of activities that are fun for the whole family. The Wilds is a safari park and conservation […]
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Fishing and Living in Peace at Charles Mill Lake
Mornings on Charles Mill Lake will always hold a special place in my heart. There is something special about arriving to the launch ramp before the sun rises. Whether it’s avoiding the stacked overnight rentals crowding the gas dock, or conversing with one of the many house-boaters that are just waking up to have breakfast […]
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Richland Soil and Water Conservation District announces Flower Power Paper Conservation Creation Workshop
MANSFIELD – Join Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (Richland SWCD) Tuesday, May 10 at 6 p.m. for the next Conservation Creation arts and craft project, Flower Power Paper. The workshop will take place at The Longview Center, 1495 W. Longview Avenue, Mansfield. April showers bring May flowers. At Flower Power Paper Conservation Creation, you […]