MANSFIELD — Students walking into Madison Comprehensive High School don’t just pass a window anymore — they stop. What they see is a burst of Whoville color that fills the space, painted by 16-year-old junior Kaiden Koch in less than two weeks. A lifelong love of art Koch said he started drawing when he was […]
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Pretty Boy Floyd & Christmas in Mansfield 1930
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was originally published on Richland Source as a history column in 2016. Back in the 1980s an older woman in Mansfield was interviewed to learn more about the 1930s, when she operated an Auto Park of tourist cabins on State Route 430 east of town. She noted, almost casually, that she had […]
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Making spirits bright: The Ontario Center hosts ‘Kids Make a Card for Avita Patients’ event
ONTARIO — The holiday season is a time for connection, kindness and compassion — and this year, The Ontario Center and Avita Health System are joining forces to bring that spirit directly to patients spending Christmas in the hospital. Community members can visit The Ontario Center on Saturday Dec. 21, during extended holiday mall hours […]
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1,300 children experience the magic of Christmas at the ARC Empowerment Center
MANSFIELD — Little eyes widened, laughter echoed through the halls and tiny hands clutched newly chosen gifts. At the ARC Empowerment Center’s “Deck the Halls with Children’s Laughter” event, children experienced the wonder and joy of Christmas in a magical, hands-on way. The event, now in its fifth year, transforms the center into a festive […]
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Meeting Santa on their own terms: Families enjoy sensory-friendly holiday event
ONTARIO — For many families a visit with Santa is a simple holiday tradition — a quick photo, a smile and a memory made. For others, especially families of children with disabilities, the moment can feel out of reach. Located at 2291 Village Park Court, SparkJoy ABA’s sensory-friendly Santa event, however, kept the magic of […]
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From sugar to shelter dogs: Primrose’s dessert event makes a difference
MANSFIELD — What began as a cozy holiday gathering for residents at Primrose Retirement Community has grown into a full-fledged community fundraiser blending sweet treats, festive cheer and heartfelt giving. On Dec. 10, Primrose hosted its annual “Desserts in December” celebration, inviting residents, families, staff and local partners to enjoy dozens of desserts, live holiday […]
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Mansfield Noon Optimist Club continues 46-year Adopt-A-Child tradition
MANSFIELD — Long before Santa Claus makes his grand entrance Saturday morning, the Mansfield Noon Optimist Club began setting the stage Friday evening for its annual Adopt-A-Child event — a tradition that has brought Christmas joy to local children for more than four decades. The event, which began 46 years ago, serves children from four […]
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Shelby police prepare for Christmas gift distribution
Gift may be dropped off and placed anywhere under the Shelby Justice Center tree 24 hours per day, seven days a week through Christmas Eve.
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The Little Shops of Shelby transforms into ‘Christmas Candy Wonderland’
The magical display of Christmas and candy decor will be available to tour every Saturday and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. through Dec. 25.
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GloryWay to perform ‘Spirit of Christmas’ concert at Shelby church
GloryWay will present its “Spirit of Christmas” concert at Shelby’s First Lutheran Church on Dec. 21 at 6 p.m.