Twenty-two people representing businesses, schools and agencies in Richland County got to experience first-hand what it means to have a disability during Richland Newhope’s 13th annual Community Awareness Day on Thursday. Members of the Mansfield-Richland Area Educational Foundation’s current Leadership Unlimited class ventured out into the community armed with earplugs, gloves, altered vision glasses and […]
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County land reutilization group discusses goals and guidelines
The Richland County Land Reutilization Corporation (RCLRC) met Tuesday afternoon for its first meeting at the county commissioners’ boardroom to establish the framework for the group’s goals and guidelines. By state statute, the corporation is required to establish a board that consists of the county treasurer or designee, the mayor of the largest city (Mansfield) […]
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Mansfield Richland County Public Library announces Seed Library
The Mansfield/Richland County Public Library (MRCPL) hosted a Seed Swap Thursday evening, during which it was announced that MRCPL will open a Seed Library at the Main Library in downtown Mansfield on April 2. Deborah Smith, MRCPL Volunteer Coordinator said, “The whole idea of the seed library is once you’ve taken the seeds home, we would […]
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American Red Cross flies flags in locations across Richland County
In 1943 President Franklin D. Roosevelt designated March as “Red Cross Month.” Seventy-one years later, Richland County celebrates the month of March as they recognize nominated heroes around the area, and thank public service workers for their partnership in disaster relief. In an effort to recognize the volunteers and to corral new ones, Disaster Specialist Julie Frim […]
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Richland County law enforcement congratulates honorary officer
Last week, 28-year-old Craig Taylor received a huge surprise from the Galion Police Department when he was sworn in as an honorary officer, fulfilling a lifelong dream that otherwise may not have come true due to his terminal cancer diagnosis. On Wednesday afternoon, Taylor was surprised yet again when representatives from every law enforcement agency […]
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New café receives Ohio House commendation
The new City Garden Café at the Mansfield Municipal Building, 30 N. Diamond St., has received a special commendation from the Ohio House. State Rep. Mark Romanchuk (R-Ontario) presented the commendation to café employees during a brief ceremony March 14. The measure congratulates the café on its grand opening and notes “this new café is […]
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Richland Newhope to close Disabilities Awareness Month with “try on a disability” program
Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month activities in Richland County continued Friday at the Richland Mall with the 4th Annual Bringing the Elements Together Art and Talent Exhibition showcasing the works of individuals supported by Richland Newhope. The exhibition featured a wide-range of crafts and artwork, including paintings, photography, pottery, and jewelry. There were also performances by […]
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OhioHealth MedCentral Hospice seeks volunteers
OhioHealth MedCentral Hospice is looking for volunteers to serve terminally ill patients and their caregivers. Volunteer training classes will be held April 7 and 8, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and on April 9, from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch will be provided. The classes will be held at the OhioHealth MedCentral Hospice […]
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Sean Putt counts on a little of the luck of the Irish
Born on St. Patrick’s Day, Sean Putt turned nine on Monday. This past week the little boy with Chronic ITP (Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura) was hoping for higher numbers in his platelets when he made his weekly trip to Nationwide Children’s Hospital for his regular blood work and treatment. Since beginning this regiment of an experimental […]
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Early voting for military and overseas voters begins Saturday
Secretary of State Jon Husted announced that absentee voting for military and overseas voters begins Saturday, March 22 for the 2014 Primary Election. Ohioans will vote on primary races for a number of statewide and local candidates, as well as decide the outcome of a statewide ballot issue and more than 600 local issues. Election […]