MANSFIELD, Ohio – The North End Community Improvement Collaborative (NECIC) would like to invite area residents and interested community members to attend the Blust Avenue Teaching Garden Ribbon Cutting and Open House on Thursday, Oct. 8, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. The event will feature a tour of the garden, an overview of fall […]
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Want to run with the undead? Be in Plymouth Oct. 10
PLYMOUTH, Ohio – Bruce Tanner, owner of Levels Gym in Plymouth and Willard, said some 5K runs and walks allow people to push their children in strollers while on the course. Those hoping to do during his race Oct. 10 in Plymouth might be in for a surprise… “This probably is not that kind of […]
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October’s First Friday Shop Hop ushers in fall season
MANSFIELD, Ohio – The month of October will kick off in style this weekend with downtown Mansfield’s First Friday Shop Hop on Oct. 2. The more than 50 independent businesses located in the heart of Mansfield will be offering entertainment, unique events and sale specials from 5 to 9 p.m. Visitors are encouraged to meet friends […]
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“One Man Breaking Bad: The Unauthorized Parody” comes to The Renaissance
MANSFIELD, Ohio – “Breaking Bad” is breaking into Mansfield in a unique way. As the television show’s fans might note, Heisenberg is coming to The Renaissance, yo. The chemist-turned-meth cook Walter White will be joined by Jesse Pinkman, Saul Goodman, Skylar White, Hank Schrader, Walter White Jr., Mike Ehrmantraut and the rest of the memorable […]
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5 reasons everyone should garden
1. Fresh food is just outside your door When cooking a meal, I can say, “I’m out of onion. I’ll be right back.” Then I grab a basket and walk to my garden. You have to admit that’s pretty cool, and gives a whole new meaning to “Eat Local.” 2. Everyone wants you for their […]
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Area Agency on Aging honors Outstanding Senior Citizen
MANSFIELD, Ohio – Since 1976, the Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. has honored outstanding senior citizens from each county of Planning and Service Area 5 and has presented a Community Service Award to one organization providing continuing service to Ohio’s senior citizens. Since that time, 367 Outstanding Senior Citizens Awards and 39 […]
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Fall Hike for Health adds second location
RICHLAND COUNTY, Ohio — Richland Public Health’s annual Fall Hike for Health on Saturday, Oct. 17, is expanding to include a second location. In addition to the traditional hike starting at Malabar Farm, the North Central Ohio Land Conservancy will be sponsoring a hike from the new Clear Fork Valley Scenic Trail that has its […]
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Apple orchards offer a bushel of fun
MANSFIELD, Ohio — Searching for something fun to do this fall? Local apple orchards can help. In addition to providing plenty of produce for purchase, orchards offer opportunities to enjoy the crisp autumn air while participating festive activities. Apple Hill Orchards Located at 1175 Lexington-Ontario Road in Mansfield, Apple Hill Orchards grows approximately 40 varieties […]
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Autumn Gathering to lend sense of history at cabin site
MANSFIELD, Ohio — Richland Early American Center for History (REACH) members and Mansfield Blockhouse fans invite the public to an Autumn Gathering of Richland History on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Mansfield blockhouse. The blockhouse is located at 100 Brinkerhoff Avenue in Mansfield’s South Park, and the house will be […]
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Mansfield Art Center to host “The Best of 2015” and “Finding Expression in Tangled Fibers”
MANSFIELD, Ohio – Artistry and craftsmanship will be showcased an intriguing variety of disciplines for two shows on display through Oct. 25 at the Mansfield Art Center. Ohio Designer Craftsmen’s “The Best of 2015” will be featured in the main gallery. Meanwhile, Ashland artist Barbara Morejon will exhibit her imaginative fiber art in the downstairs […]