MANSFIELD – The Women’s Fund of the Richland County Foundation is accepting nominationsfor the JoAnn Dutton Volunteer Community Service Award. The award celebrates and honors women leaders who devote a significant amount of time and energy in a meaningful way to local charitable organizations. This award sponsored by the Women’s Fund of the Richland County […]
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Local motorbike enthusiasts gear up for charity ride to support feeding the homeless
MANSFIELD — Motorbike enthusiasts from across the region are gearing up for a thrilling charity ride this Sept. 27 to raise funds and awareness for feeding the homeless. The event, organized by Tra Wilson, aims to bring together riders and community members for a day of camaraderie, adventure, and philanthropy. The ride will kick off […]
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Laugh for a cause: James Johann headlines Mid-Ohio Youth Mentoring benefit show
MANSFIELD — Comedy takes the spotlight for a good cause when Mid-Ohio Youth Mentoring hosts its annual benefit show on Oct. 18. The event will beat the Mansfield Liederkranz, 1212 Silver Lane. Doors open at 6 p.m., with the show beginning shortly after 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 and available online. Proceeds directly support children […]
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Fab Four & More Fest slated for Sept. 20 in downtown Mansfield
MANSFIELD — The Fab Four & More Fest returns to downtown Mansfield this fall on Saturday, Sept. 20. This day-long downtown event will feature four of downtown’s most popular experiences all held on the same day with much more. Best of all, this event is free. The festivities start at 11 a.m. The Fab Four […]
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Ohio Recognizes 988 Day: A national call to prioritize mental health and crisis support
COLUMBUS — Monday, Sept. 8 marks 988 Day, a national day of awareness and action to promote the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, a vital resource that connects Ohioans experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis with free, confidential support 24/7. Local, state, and national events – including community mental health fairs, training sessions, webinars, […]
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North Central/Mansfield Walk to End Alzheimer’s set for Sept. 13
MANSFIELD — The 2025 North Central/Mansfield Walk to End Alzheimer’s will take place on Saturday, Sept. 13 at 9 a.m. at Richland Carrousel Park. This event is being organized by the Alzheimer’s Association Northwest Ohio Chapter staff, volunteers, Walk teams and community participants. What With more than 600 Walks taking place across the U.S. each […]
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Crestline Harvest Festival adds roaming acts, new contests Sept. 18 to 20
CRESTLINE – Crestline will soon be filled with the sweet smells of cotton candy and the whirring wizzes of rides. The Crestline Harvest Festival is slated for Sept. 18 through 20 along Thoman Street, from Bucyrus Street to Lincoln Highway. More special events will be held along Seltzer Street on Saturday. “Each year our committee […]
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Column: Canoeing down the Mohican River to Goon Fest 2025
The kid was probably 11 years old, red hair and even redder skin scorched by a lack of sunscreen, as he floated on his rented yellow kayak. “You having fun?” I asked in dad mode, as I saw no parent or guardian in any direction. “I lost my group. They wanted to stop for drinks […]
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One year on the court: How pickleball became Benji Radio’s lifeline
ASHLAND – Benji Radio celebrated a major milestone on Aug. 16 — one full year of playing pickleball every single day. It’s a sport that has given him far more than alcohol and drug addiction ever provided. His wife, Jordan, who he has been with since they were 16, also has more than 300 days […]
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Increased rainfall could lead to higher cases of fatal virus in Ohio deer
More rainfall than usual could lead to ailing deer in Ohio, wildlife officers have said. Ashland County Wildlife Officer Evan Huegel said the Ohio Division of Wildlife expects more reports of deer infected with epizootic hemorrhagic disease, a fatal virus commonly known as EHD. Huegel said rainfall creates water pools where midge flies breed. Midge […]