Editor’s note: This article was written and submitted to Richland Source by Dan Lew. There’s a kind of silence that settles over a restaurant when the streets outside are torn up and the foot traffic disappears. It’s not just the absence of customers – it’s the absence of connection. And in Downtown Mansfield, that silence […]
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Richland Soil & Water Conservation to plant a tree honoring Volunteer of the Year
MANSFIELD — Each year Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (Richland SWCD) recognizes one person as the Volunteer of the Year for outstanding support of the district. Richland SWCD is pleased to announce this year’s recipient is Elaine Oswald of Mansfield. To recognize Elaine’s dedication to the district, a Green Gable Black Gum tree will be […]
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America 250-Ohio announces new Lake Erie to Ohio River Trail
COLUMBUS — America 250-Ohio launched the Lake Erie to Ohio River Trail in Geneva on Aug. 8. The organization is the official state commission responsible for spearheading Ohio’s celebrations and commemorations relating to America’s semiquincentennial in 2026. The trail is an experiential driving trail of more than 150 sites across Ohio. It celebrates the crucial […]
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Bringing the CommUNITY Together: Bridging gaps with basketball, family fun, and partnership
MANSFIELD — The city of Mansfield is gearing up for an unforgettable day of connection, fun, and purpose as community members and the local police department unite for a one-of-a-kind event at Liberty Park. This free, family-friendly gathering takes place on Saturday, Aug. 16 from 4 to 8 p.m., featuring food, games, music, and a […]
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Richland County Fair results include scholarships, beef, rabbits, sheep, etc.
MANSFIELD — The Richland County has ended, but the results continue to roll in this week. Junior Fair Scholarships: *** $250 recipient: Emma Montgomery *** $250 recipient: Logan Hoffman *** Donald Garrison Memorial Scholarship *** $500 scholarship recipient: Logan Hoffman *** Lonnie and Paulette McFarland Memorial Scholarship *** $500 scholarship recipient: Emma […]
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Richland County Fair results include swine, beef, poultry, goat, alpaca & more
MANSFIELD — Listed below are some of the results from the 2025 Richland County Fair. Market Beef Goat Show Swine Show Poultry Show Small Equine Show Alpaca Show Talent Show Winners
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Richland County Fair results include best of show, animal ambassadors & more
MANSFIELD — Listed below are a series of results from the 2025 Richland County Fair. Animal Ambassadors Fair Royalty Best of Show Booth Selections Bake and Skill A Rama State Fair Selections Style Awards
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Demolition Derby ends Richland County Fair with a bang
MANSFIELD — The 175th Richland County Fair went out with a bang Saturday night as the demolition derby drew a grand crowd to the grandstand. More than 40 drivers across nine different classes competed in stock cars, SUVs, and trucks. Ryan Frazier, a 38-year-old driver from Morrow County, has been participating in demo derbies for […]
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A Stroll Through the Garden: Meet the insect invasion attacking our lawns
Many people have asked me why their lawns are brown. Today’s answer may blow you away. Storms coming from the south hit Ohio in 2021. These storm’s paths wereunusual. Moths took this flight from Oklahoma in the storms. These storms caused theinvasion of Fall Armyworms and their devastation. The caterpillars or larvae of theArmyworm or […]
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Auction records shattered at Richland County Fair livestock sale
MANSFIELD – Saturday was a record breaking day at the Richland County Fair, with multiple auction highs set within minutes of each other. Hadley Williams, Grand Campion of the beef calves, started things off strong. The 17-year-old eclipsed last year’s record of $5,000 with a grand total of $5,600 purchased by Adena Corporation. Her record […]