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 […]
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The bull case for the U.S. debt situation: Why America’s balance sheet is stronger than it seems
This article was originally published here and submitted to Richland Source for publishing. A few weeks ago, one of our excellent Financial Advisors, Jake Buckwalter, wrote a piece titled, The U.S. National Debt – Can it be Fixed? You can read that article here. The article inspired me, partly because I, too, have been thinking a lot […]
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Unsung heroes and a peek into the past: Civil War event returns to South Park
MANSFIELD — Marie Tepe’s husband wanted her to stay home and manage his shop when he enlisted into the U.S. Army. She didn’t listen. Tepe instead followed her husband’s unit in the Civil War and became a vivandiere, selling spirits and tobacco to soldiers. Many women participated in camp life, supporting the soldiers by cooking, […]
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Eddie Munster coming to Bellville Gazebo bandstand on June 28
BELLVILLE — Eddie Munster, the iconic iconic character from the mid-60’s television series The Munsters will be at the Bellville bandstand on Saturday, June 28. “Butch Patrick, aka Eddie Munster” will be greeting fans of all ages, in-person, along with his ‘Drag-U-La’ (coƯin dragster) and his ‘Munsters Chopper.’ between 3 and 7 p.m. Eddie Munster […]
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A Stroll Through the Garden: Help! My Dogwood is suffering
I recently received an email asking how you might be able to rejuvenate a dogwood tree starting in the Spring. If you have a tree in your yard that appears to be struggling, inmost cases, it’s common sense to fertilize it. There may be other issues that could have a serious impact on the tree's […]
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North End Farmers Market begins 7th year of operation
MANSFIELD — The North End Farmer’s Market kicked off Thursday evening at the NECIC Urban Farm. This year marks the seventh year the market has taken place on Bowman Street, but it has been a crucial part of the North End community for well over a decade. “Being able to have a market within walking […]
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Mansfield Hospital to distribute free gun lock boxes
MANSFIELD — OhioHealth is supporting a nationwide initiative to address the gun violence crisis facing children in our country. The health system is partnering with the Ad Council on a youth gun violence prevention campaign, called “Agree to Agree.” As part of that, OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital is giving away 50 gun lock boxes Thursday, June 19. […]
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Better Together: Motherhood, identity and found family
Explore motherhood, identity, and community with Jillian Henry on Better Together podcast. Tune in for insights and stories!
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Visual Bucket List Foundation picks new director of operations & special events
MANSFIELD — The Visual Bucket List Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to creating unforgettable visual experiences for children losing their sight, has announced the hiring of Jess Berry as its new director of operations and special events. Berry brings with her a strong background in communications, education, and nonprofit engagement along with a lifelong passion for […]