LEXINGTON, Ohio – The 6th annual Heart of Ohio Fashion Dash 5K Run/Walk took place April 18 along the B&O Bike Trail in Lexington, sponsored by Leadership Unlimited Alumni and KeyBank. Proceeds from this year’s event totaled $2,000 for the Hooves for Heroes Veterans Program at Raemelton. Hooves for Heroes provides Equine Assisted Activities and Therapies […]
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Mansfield YMCA offering special membership rate
MANSFIELD, Ohio – In an unprecedented effort to positively impact local families over the summer months, the Mansfield YMCA has offered an exclusive deal for families who join. Join in June, July or August and pay the 2-Person membership rate for your entire household. Get your family’s summer off to a great start; join your […]
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Bellville to host Liberty Festival
BELLVILLE, Ohio – Bellville Mayor Darrell E. Banks reminded the public that this year’s Liberty Day Festival will be held Saturday, July 4. A special “American Flag Folding Ceremony” will be part of the program following the parade at the Bellville Bandstand, by the American Legion Post 535 Women’s Auxiliary. The Festival will begin with […]
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Wine at the Mill fundraiser Saturday at Wolf Creek Mill
LOUDONVILLE, Ohio – The 12th International Wine at the Mill Fundraiser will take place June 6 from noon to 11 p.m. at Wolf Creek Mill. This is the highlight event of the year to kick off the summer. All wines can be sampled and bought by the glass or bottle. Mark Smith, Founder and President […]
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ArtiStreet Summer Art Carnival announced for June 5, 6
MANSFIELD, Ohio -UPDATED – ArtiStreet is an outdoor music and arts festival to kick off the summer and bring attention to the artisans of the culturally rich Mansfield area. The event will feature artisan craft demonstrations, storytelling, dance, sculpture, painting, poetry textile arts and woodworking. The festivities will begin at Element of Art on Friday, […]
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Shelby YMCA hosts ‘Stars & Guitars’ fundraiser Friday
SHELBY, Ohio – A night of live music, barbecue and prizes is in store for those planning on attending the Shelby YMCA fundraiser “Stars & Guitars” this Friday evening. The second-annual fundraising event is set to take place on the back lawn of the Kehoe Center this Friday, June 5 from 6 p.m. until 10 […]
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Leaves of three, itchy me
You don’t have to be a superhero to have a nemesis. Everyone has one. Maybe it was that kid in second grade that put paint in your hair, or maybe it’s that guy at the office that likes to dip his grubby fingers into everyone’s lunch, but you do have one. The question is what […]
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First Church of the Brethren Mansfield calls new minister
The First Church of the Brethren Mansfield congregation called Vaughn Loose to serve as their minister beginning on March 2. Loose and his wife Miriam came to Mansfield from Woodbury, Pennsylvania, where he was serving as interim pastor for the past two years at the Snake Spring Valley Church of the Brethren in Everett, Pennsylvania. […]
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Bellville First Thursdays to feature shopping and music
BELLVILLE, Ohio – The Bellville Revitalization Group and The Clear Fork Valley Chamber of Commerce are partnering to bring shopping and music to downtown Bellville with First Thursdays. On June 4, July 2 and Aug. 6, many downtown businesses will stay open from 5 to 7 p.m. Some of the businesses will offer special prices, […]
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United Way of Richland County to hold fourth Annual Power of the Purse fundraiser
MANSFIELD, Ohio – The United Way of Richland County will be holding its fourth Annual Power of the Purse event on Thursday, June 4 at 5 p.m. Once again, the event will be held at Mid Ohio Conference Center. “This event has become a signature event to raise funds for United Way,” said Dan Varn, […]