MANSFIELD — It was Plato who originally suggested human beings seem to be attracted to their opposites. But for all his wisdom, it’s unlikely the famed Greek philosopher could have foreseen local actress Maureen Browning and the character Charlotte Hay in “Moon Over Buffalo,” which opens Friday night at the Mansfield Playhouse. Strip it down, […]
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Dracula swoops in on The Ren Oct. 3-5 & 10-12
MANSFIELD – The Renaissance Theatre will bring Bram Stoker’s legendary tale to chilling new life this October with Dracula, an original stage adaptation written and directed by Ryan Shealy. Performances will be held in the Renaissance’s intimate black box venue, Theatre 166, on the following dates: This stripped-down new play, told through Mina’s haunting perspective, […]
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Mansfield community invited to 2025 Earth Stewardship awards ceremony
MANSFIELD – The Earth Stewardship Steering Committee is pleased to announce the conclusion of the 29th anniversary Earth Stewardship Celebration with it’s annual awards ceremony. The awards ceremony will recognize the many projects, organizations, sponsors, and participants who have made the Earth Stewardship Celebration a success, including those who participated in the 14th annual Take Pride […]
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Shelby Foundation’s 2nd grant cycle of 2025 closes Sept. 19
SHELBY – The Shelby Foundation is now accepting applications for its second grant cycle of 2025, with a deadline of Friday, Sept. 19. This opportunity is open to local nonprofits, government entities, and educational institutions that serve Shelby residents. “Our board approves grants twice a year, in the spring and fall,” said Executive Director Carrie […]
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10 Million Steps to Prevent Falls Walk set for Sept 29
ONTARIO – The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. invites the public to join a Prevention Walk on Monday, Sept. 29, to raise awareness about falls prevention. This event is a collaboration between the Area Agency on Aging and Richland County Mobility Management. The walk will take place on the B&O Bike Trail, […]
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Special exhibit to showcase Plymouth photographer’s 50-year career
A special exhibit featuring photography from Plymouth native Jerry Harrington will open to the public on Sept. 6 at the Plymouth Area Museum.
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Special Needs carrousel event set for Sept. 19 in Mansfield
MANSFIELD — The 4th annual Special Needs Carrousel Event will take place on Sept. 19 from 5 to 7 p.m. For the fourth year in a row, the Hastings Group is sponsoring a Special Needs event at the Richland Carrousel Park. Attendees will receive unlimited rides on the Carrousel. The Carrousel will be modified, for […]
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Fredericktown’s famous Tomato Show set for Sept. 3 to 6
FREDERICKTOWN — Fredericktown students will again be able to “cut class” and head on down to the famous Fredericktown Tomato Show this year. The theme for the 48th year of the show is “America’s Pastime.” The show’s Board of Directors has been busy making slight changes for kids and adults to enjoy. “Last year, the […]
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Opa! Step inside Mansfield’s celebration of Greek culture this weekend
MANSFIELD — I was invited to preview the Greek Festival ahead of its Sept. 5 and 6 celebration, an event blending food, music, dance, and faith. From the moment I stepped inside, it was clear this congregation values tradition; not as a rigid expectation, but as a thread tying generations. Everyone I met shared stories […]
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Treffen 2025 brings German music, dance and food to Mansfield Liederkranz
MANSFIELD — Elizabeth Burmeister and her group made the long trip from Los Angeles to Mansfield with one goal in mind — keeping German culture alive. As president of the Danube Swabian Folk Dance Group, she said her club wouldn’t miss Treffen 2025 at the Mansfield Liederkranz, 1212 Silver Lane. Burmeister’s Los Angeles group stood […]