EDITOR’S NOTE: This story concludes our month-long series “The Ideas of March,” which highlighted the various aspects of the Mansfield Rising Plan. MANSFIELD — That’s a wrap: Over the past 31 days, Richland Source has highlighted every major idea in the Mansfield Rising plan, which was released in late February. But in case you missed […]
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Senior Spring Spectacular set for May 14 at the Renaissance Theatre
ONTARIO — The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. will host its annual Senior Spring Spectacular on May 14 at noon at the Renaissance Theatre in Mansfield. This event, hosted by the Area Agency on Aging and the Renaissance Performing Arts Association, Inc., is held in recognition of Older Americans Month and offers […]
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Former champion wrestler now battles on behalf of seniors, families
MANSFIELD — Anthony Coleman spent most of his life on wrestling mats, battling for individual victory. Two years ago, the North Ridgeville resident began battling on behalf of seniors and their families across a five-county area, including Richland and Ashland. Coleman is a franchise owner of CarePatrol, founded in 1993 and now the largest senior […]
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“Ideas of March” Day 31: Mobile app could showcase assets of downtown Mansfield
Editor’s Note: This story is part of a month-long series that highlights 31 ideas included in the “Mansfield Rising” plan. The 67-page document was created by 15 local leaders after attending the South by Southwest Conference last March in Austin, Texas. Idea 31: Build a free mobile app With technology use on the rise, a […]
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“Ideas of March” Day 30: Plan outlines an entrepreneurial alliance to help startups
Editor’s Note: This story is part of a month-long series that highlights 31 ideas included in the “Mansfield Rising” plan. The 67-page document was created by 15 local leaders after attending the South by Southwest Conference last March in Austin, Texas. Solidify an entrepreneurial alliance MANSFIELD — In the past year, Mansfield’s existing entrepreneurial alliance has […]
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“Ideas of March” Day 29: Neighborhood Watch encourages safety, sense of community
Editor’s Note: This story is part of a month-long series that highlights 31 ideas included in the “Mansfield Rising” plan. The 67-page document was created by 15 local leaders after attending the South by Southwest Conference last March in Austin, Texas. Idea 29: Create a downtown Neighborhood Watch program It’s been said that downtown Mansfield […]
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“Ideas of March” Day 28: Collaborative public art can change a city’s identity
Editor’s Note: This story is part of a month-long series that highlights 31 ideas included in the “Mansfield Rising” plan. The 67-page document was created by 15 local leaders after attending the South by Southwest Conference last March in Austin, Texas. Idea 28: Commission local artists & engage the citizenry through interactive experiences Participation in […]
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“Ideas of March” Day 27: ‘Mansfield Rising’ plan seeks more pedestrian-friendly amenities
Editor’s Note: This story is part of a month-long series that highlights 31 ideas included in the “Mansfield Rising” plan. The 67-page document was created by 15 local leaders after attending the South by Southwest Conference last March in Austin, Texas. Encourage transit and pedestrian supportive amenities —————————————————————————————————————————————————————- MANSFIELD — The ‘Mansfield Rising’ plan proposes […]
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“Ideas of March” Day 26: Mansfield should be a destination, not just a place
Editor’s Note: This story is part of a month-long series that highlights 31 ideas included in the “Mansfield Rising” plan. The 67-page document was created by 15 local leaders after attending the South by Southwest Conference last March in Austin, Texas. Idea 26: Implement a placemaking policy First things first: The idea of “placemaking” means […]
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“Ideas of March” Day 25: ‘Mansfield Rising’ plan pitches bringing trolleys and electric scooters to downtown
Editor’s Note: This story is part of a month-long series that highlights 31 ideas included in the “Mansfield Rising” plan. The 67-page document was created by 15 local leaders after attending the South by Southwest Conference last March in Austin, Texas. Idea 25: Implement alternative transportation options MANSFIELD — Part of the ‘Mansfield Rising’ plan […]