MANSFIELD — William Shakespeare wrote 38 plays, 154 sonnets, two long narrative poems and several other works of poetry. He also enjoyed performing in his own theatrical works, primarily in supporting roles. Clearly, the Bard liked to stay busy during his lifetime four centuries ago. Recent Ashland University graduate Leanna Uselton knows that feeling as […]
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Stillwell, McKinley to speak at Richland County Men’s Empowerment Breakfast
MANSFIELD — Richland County Youth and Family Council, in collaboration with Richland County Children Services (RCCS), has announced the lineup of speakers for the upcoming Richland County Men’s Empowerment Breakfast. The event will feature Obie Stillwell, a Madison graduate and former linebacker for Ohio State, as well as an analyst for ABC-6 Football Fever. He is […]
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June 21 solo art exhibition at La LUNA offers glimpse into a remarkable life
MANSFIELD – La LUNA is excited to host the “burying the hatchet” solo art exhibition of local artist, Kristi Berg, on Saturday, June 21 at 6 p.m. The event will be held at La LUNA located at 32 North Walnut Street. Kristi Berg is a poet, artist who has recently exhibited her stunning creations in […]
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100+ Women for Shelby doubles in size, reaching 200 members
SHELBY — What started as a grassroots effort to help women and children in need has officially doubled in size. The 100+ Women for Shelby initiative now boasts 200 members, a major milestone for the community-led giving group housed under The Shelby Foundation. The public is invited to celebrate the occasion at a free social […]
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Black bear struck by pickup truck was 1st confirmed sighting of species here since 1999
PERRY TOWNSHIP — An adult male black bear was euthanized by authorities after being struck by a pickup truck in Richland County on Saturday morning just south of Lexington, according to a spokesperson with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. Rumors circulated locally on Facebook and various other social media outlets all weekend before finally […]
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Here’s your 2025 guide to July 4th fireworks and activities
Fireworks will light up the sky as we celebrate America’s Independence Day on July 4. Communities in Richland, Ashland and Knox counties offer a variety of events, featuring live music, children’s activities, and food trucks. Here’s everything you need to know to rock your 4th of July! Richland County Mansfield Due to construction, the fireworks […]
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Meet Richland County’s four Miss Ohio contestants
MANSFIELD — Mark your calendars — the Miss Ohio competition begins Wednesday night at the Renaissance Theater. Almost 30 young women will compete for the title of Miss Ohio, along with 18 vying for the title of Miss Ohio Teen. This year, four contestants from Richland County will grace the Miss Ohio stage. Richland Source spoke […]
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Miss Ohio Week kicks off in Mansfield Sunday afternoon with annual parade
MANSFIELD — It’s officially Miss Ohio Week again in Mansfield. It all began Sunday afternoon with the annual Miss Ohio Parade, stepping off at the intersection of Marion Avenue and Park Avenue West. It continued to the Richland Carrousel Park where contestants participated in an autograph-signing event. There were more than 100 units in the […]
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Juneteenth parade, festival reigns over Mansfield with annual celebration
MANSFIELD — Juneteenth was officially made a national holiday in 2021. This legislation designated June 19 as a federal holiday, commemorating the end of slavery in Texas. On Saturday, it was celebrated in Mansfield with a parade and a variety of events. Check out the photo gallery below from the downtown event.
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Do you know someone interested in a career as an Ohio Wildlife Officer?
COLUMBUS – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife is hosting information sessions for interested candidates to learn more about the wildlife officer career path. Central Ohio Ohio wildlife officers enforce wildlife regulations and protect state lands, waterways, and property. Wildlife officers combine law enforcement, conservation, and public service in a career that […]