The Richland County Park District dedicated a new flagpole Sunday at the Gorman Nature Center, 2295 Lexington Ave., in Mansfield.
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Civil War Living History: Mansfield’s South Park offers 3rd annual event, including cannon fire
The third-annual Civil War Living History Days event was staged on Saturday and Sunday.
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A Father’s Day tradition grows at North Lake Park
MANSFIELD — Jordan Bryant said he hopes a day of fishing becomes something more meaningful than just a casual outing for local families. He wants it to spark conversations, build confidence and create a bond that lasts long after Father’s Day. Fishing poles, pony rides and more will fill North Lake Park on June 20 […]
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Ackerman Nature Preserve celebrates grand opening with ribbon cutting in Fredericktown
The Ackerman Nature Preserve Grand Opening brought in dozens from across Knox County to celebrate new walking path and pollinator garden.
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A Stroll Through the Garden: Grandma’s lilacs emphasize the importance of pruning
I received an email from one of our readers who has enjoyed my column for a number of years, and she asked whether she should prune her lilac now and how to do it properly. Lilac has been among one of my favorite flowers for as long as I can remember. The lilac growing on […]
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Mansfield man killed in Saturday morning motorcycle collision
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was updated at 4:18 p.m. MANSFIELD – A 30-year-old Mansfield man died early Saturday morning in a crash involving a motorcycle and an SUV, according to the Mansfield Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Samuel Simmons was transported to Ohio Health Mansfield Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries, the […]
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Section of 5th Avenue closed in Mansfield
MANSFIELD — The City of Mansfield has announced that due to water main repairs, it is necessary to close sections of the following road while work is being completed. Fifth Avenue from Grace Street to Vine Street. The road has been closed and construction signs will be posted at the work site. Traffic is advised […]
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Miss Ohio Teen’s youngest contestant, a Lexington student, focuses platform on mentorship
The irony of Addison Schroeder’s platform is not lost on her.
As the youngest contestant in Miss Ohio’s Teen Scholarship Program, she’s centered her platform on mentorship. Her community service initiative, “Go Kiddo Go,” which she founded, focuses on providing mentorship for kids in the community.
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Richland County commissioners extend property tax relief for area homeowners
The Richland County Board of Commissioners on Thursday voted to continue a local property tax relief measure launched in October.
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Richland County Land Bank kicks off home repair assistance program
Two single mothers on the southeast side of Mansfield will get help with home repairs through a new Richland County Land Bank initiative.