Seven Richland County organizations gathered with community members Wednesday to discuss poverty and housing issues facing the local area.
Catholic Charities
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‘We can make a difference’: Mansfielders share thoughts on Matthew Desmond’s Kaleidoscope talk
MANSFIELD — More than 300 people attended Matthew Desmond’s Kaleidoscope Community Conversation on May 7 discussing poverty eradication.
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Kaleidoscope Speaker Series: What you need to know about poverty and housing inequality in Richland County
Local organizations discuss relevancy of upcoming Kaleidoscope Speaker Series event — which will focus on poverty and housing inequality.
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City of Mansfield to start replacing small, aging water mains in 2025, says Bianchi
MANSFIELD — A voter-approved Mansfield water main initiative will begin putting new pipes in the ground in 2025. City Council on Tuesday evening approved the administration’s request to enter into a contract for engineering services related to a water main replacement program. The work will be funded by a four-year, 0.25-percent municipal income tax city […]
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Richland County Foundation supports summer programs for children
MANSFIELD – The Richland County Foundation Board of Trustees approved grants totaling $255,389 during its April meeting. The Foundation is supporting summertime programs focused on children. The Board of Trustees approved 28 Summertime Kid grants. The grants of up to $2,500 were given to support creative, educational, and fun-filled activities for hundreds of Richland County […]
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Area Agency on Aging to “Spring into Health” event on March 5
ONTARIO — The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. is happy to announce the upcoming “Spring into Health” event, dedicated to enriching the lives of older adults in our community. This comprehensive event, scheduled for March 5 from 1 to 3 p.m. will offer a diverse range of educational sessions and valuable resources […]
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Richland County entities eligible to apply for federal funding
MANSFIELD — Richland County has been chosen to receive federal emergency food and shelter program funds. Applications are being accepted at this time to be considered for funding to area agencies in Richland County that provide housing, utilities, food pantry and congregate meals. A local board made up of community leaders will determine how the […]
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Make A Difference: 20th annual Food Drive set for Oct. 20 in Mansfield
MANSFIELD — Doc Stumbo said Friday he believes Richland County residents always come through for neighbors in need. The 85-year-old community activist and his army of volunteers are counting on that support again Friday, Oct. 20, during the 20th annual Make A Difference Day Food Drive. “People in Richland County are the greatest bunch of […]