MANSFIELD, Ohio — It’s Christmas time in the City of Mansfield. To celebrate this merry season, Downtown Mansfield, Inc. (DMI) held a Christmas tree lighting ceremony at the Richland Carrousel Park Friday evening. Children’s eyes grew wide and the crowd burst into applause as the 50-foot tree was lit. Mansfield Mayor Tim Theaker, joined by […]
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Clear Fork Alliance to host live nativity Dec. 11-13
BELLVILLE, Ohio – On Dec. 11-13, Clear Fork Alliance Church will turn back the calendar over 2,000 years to the time of the birth of Jesus Christ. Guests become a part of the live Christmas story while travelling through scenes depicting the birth of the baby Jesus and culminates at the live manger scene in […]
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Local church responds to biblical story of reconstruction
MANSFIELD, Ohio — When members at Crossroads Community Church heard a sermon series on Nehemiah given by their pastor, Dave Vance, they were compelled to respond. The church raised $10,000 earmarked for community organizations and entities after the month-long series. Staff members and Vance divided the money to a number of entities in the community. […]
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Richland Source welcomes holiday spirit photos
MANSFIELD, Ohio — Christmas season has found north central Ohio and the Richland Source has already begun receiving photos of lights and decorations exuding the holiday spirit. Want the chance to brag to about your favorite lawnside winder wonderlands throughout Richland County? Where do you suggest folks go to see the most eye-catching displays in […]
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Two local authors to speak at Main Street Books on Dec. 12
MANSFIELD, Ohio – Former Mansfield journalist Martin D. Yant and local author and historian Joe James will be appearing at Main Street Books on Saturday, Dec. 12 from 1-3 p.m. Yant is the author of “Rotten to the Core” and “Rotten to the Core 2,” a greatly expanded and updated version of the first book. […]
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‘Miracle on 34th Street’ brings freedom to believe to Mansfield
MANSFIELD, Ohio — Mansfield Playhouse Director Doug Wertz has lost count of how many plays he has directed. “Maybe I should go back and look someday,” he said, pausing to think between words. “I’ve directed for over 25 years.” So Miracle on 34th Street will be number … well, it’s up there. The show will […]
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Baker’s: Holiday road-trip survival tips
MANSFIELD, Ohio — Are you and your family planning to drive to a holiday get-together this year? Whether you’re heading to Grandma’s cottage or a favorite vacation spot to celebrate the holidays with family and friends, AAA has simple tips to help make your drive a smooth one, so you can arrive at your destination […]
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NECIC to host compost workshop Dec. 5
MANSFIELD, Ohio – North End Community Improvement Collaborative (NECIC) will host a compost workshop at the Blust Avenue Teaching Garden, 417 Blust Ave., Mansfield, on Dec. 5 at 11 a.m. During the workshop, attendees will receive hands-on experience as they assist the NECIC staff in building a three-bin composting system, as well as discover why […]
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TubaChristmas returns to Ashland’s Hugo Young Theatre on Saturday
ASHLAND, Ohio – The local holiday presentation of TubaChristmas returns to Ashland University’s Hugo Young Theatre on Saturday, Dec. 5, at noon with Mayor Glen Stewart as the “Celebrity Tubist.” The concert is free and open to the public. It invites area tuba, euphonium and baritone players to perform. Musician registration will begin at 10 […]
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Carriage rides, Christmas houses, and Santa
MANSFIELD, Ohio — Holiday festivities light up the local calendar through December with theater events, dance performances, Christmas houses, and tree lightings. Below is a list of events to visit and enjoy. Christmas at Kingwood presents Holiday Magic continues through Dec. 27, every Thursday through Sunday from 3 to 8 p.m. Kingwood Center will feature a towering […]