MANSFIELD, Ohio — Gorman Nature Center invites the public to dress up in Halloween costumes and join the staff for the Creepy Critters program on Thursday, Oct. 29 at 3:30 p.m. The afternoon will feature snakes, spiders, and other creepy, crawly animals. There will be Halloween-themed crafts and fun snacks while the staff talks about […]
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Richland Co. Foundation boosts local symphonies
MANSFIELD, Ohio — The Renaissance Performing Arts Association has received funding from the Richland County Foundation’s competitive funding cycle to support its Mansfield Symphony Youth Orchestra (MSYO) and Mansfield Symphony Youth Strings (MSYS) concerts for the 2015-16 season. The Foundation encourages 501c3 agencies, government entities, schools and nonprofit medical facilities to partner with the Foundation […]
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GIs of comedy to bring laughter to the Ren
MANSFIELD, Ohio — The GIs of Comedy, a comedic troupe of troops, will perform Nov. 7 at the Renaissance Theatre. The GIs of Comedy features three military veterans who still serve their country—one joke at a time. Featuring comedians and veterans Thom Tran (US Army), Walter Campbell (US Air Force), and Ohio-native Justin Wood (US […]
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Bad Seed starts this weekend at Mansfield Playhouse
MANSFIELD, Ohio — The Mansfield Playhouse will presents the opening of Maxwell Anderson’s “Bad Seed,” beginning this weekend. The play is a dramatization of William March’s novel “The Bad Seed” by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service. Fitting for the Halloween season, this psychological thriller delves into the evil that lies within Rhoda Penmark. Little […]
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Haunted Academy set for Oct. 24 at Richland Academy
MANSFIELD, Ohio — The 10th annual Haunted Academy will take place on Saturday, Oct. 24 starting at 2 p.m. at the Richland Academy. Tickets are $4 for adults and students ages 4 and over and $1 for children ages 3 and under. There will be a short production featuring music from the popular new Disney […]
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Halloween at YMCA slated for Saturday
MANSFIELD, Ohio — The Mansfield Area Y is pleased to announce its 17th annual Halloween at the YMCA event being at 750 Scholl Rd., on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Children 6 months to 12 years old are invited to come spend a spooktacular day at the YMCA, where there will […]
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Mansfield native to be featured tonight on ‘Tiny House Hunters’
COLUMBUS, Ohio — For Mansfield native Nils Root, less is more. The 2007 Mansfield Senior graduate has discovered the beauty and benefit of living a “simple” lifestyle, one that isn’t fixated on acquiring as many possessions possible. “I don’t own a lot of things and that’s definitely intentional,” Root said. “There’s not a lot to […]
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Galion-Crestline Area Chamber of Commerce changes address
Please change your records to reflect our new address: GALION, Ohio — The Galion-Crestline Area Chamber of Commerce has changed its address. The new location is located at 138 Harding Way West, Galion, Ohio, 44833.
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Savor and Sip Auction to feature local food, drink businesses
MANSFIELD, Ohio — The Richland Area Chamber of Commerce is putting a new spin on its annual auction this year. The “Savor and Sip Auction” allows attendees to sample appetizers, entrees, desserts, pastries and beverages from some of the area’s finest restaurants, caterers, bakeries, delis, specialty food and beverage businesses. The event will be held […]
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Trick-or-treat times announced for local communities
MANSFIELD, Ohio — Communities throughout Richland and Crawford County have announced the days and times for trick-or-treating. So, look for a little caped crusader, or a minion headed your way on these dates and in these communities. Bellville: Oct. 29 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Butler: Oct. 31 from 5-6:30 p.m. Crestline: Oct. 25 from 2-4 p.m. […]