Looking to find live music in north central Ohio? From energetic summer festivals to acoustic sessions at local wineries and breweries to independent venues, the music scene across Richland, Ashland and Knox counties is packed with something for everyone this season. Whether you are planning a weekend night out in downtown Mansfield, catching a patio […]
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Final Friday kicks off another summer of music in downtown Mansfield
MANSFIELD — Summer officially felt a little closer Friday night as crowds gathered at The Brickyard in downtown Mansfield for the first Final Friday concert of the season. With performances from Brooke Yonut, Jazz Connection and Rare Vintage, concertgoers enjoyed an evening of live music, food, drinks and community under the lights. Take a look […]
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Turnkey opportunity: Historic Butterfly House in Downtown Mansfield for sale or rent
The charming pastel yellow house located on 20 N. Mulberry St. in Mansfield is for sale or rent. Lovingly known as the Butterfly House, the restored 19th century home and former headquarters of Mind Body Align is ready to become the next occupant’s dream business. This distinctive creative space was completely rebuilt in 2016 and […]
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Officials say Main St. improvement project far more than beautification effort
MANSFIELD — Aurelio Diaz said Thursday the $20.3 million Main Street Corridor Improvement Project is far more than a downtown beautification project. “It’s functionality,” said Diaz, who represents the 5th Ward on Mansfield City Council. During a two-hour public Open House to discuss the ongoing project, Diaz pointed to aging infrastructure beneath downtown streets, where […]
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A fresh cut: Platinum Grooming Pawlour opens in Mansfield
MANSFIELD — Two longtime pet groomers turned best friends have opened their own shop in downtown Mansfield, bringing nearly three decades of combined experience to South Main Street. Platinum Grooming Pawlour LLC opened Tuesday at 446 S. Main St. The business is owned and operated by Mansfield natives Carlene Nabors and Helen Goad. The pair […]
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Public action, private investment: City Council to vote on downtown tax abatements
Mansfield City Council on Tuesday is scheduled to vote on legislation aimed at helping redevelop 14 downtown buildings.
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What would it take for you to live downtown?
“When will more apartments be available downtown?” That is the question Mansfield Rising hears more than any other. The citizen-led group helping guide improvements in Downtown Mansfield wants to hear directly from the community. The Source and other partners are helping them spread the word. Mansfield Rising has launched a short, anonymous survey to better […]
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From Mansfield to Nepal: Sam Kime begins his Peace Corps journey
MANSFIELD — Joining the Peace Corps was not always part of 22-year-old Samuel Kime’s plan, but a life-changing study abroad experience reshaped his future. The Mansfield native leaves for Nepal on Jan. 15, where he will begin training as an English education teacher with the Peace Corps. From Mansfield to the world Kime said before […]
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Reindeer, carriage rides and cheer: Christmas Time in the City brings holiday magic downtown
MANSFIELD — The streets of Downtown Mansfield were booming with crowds Friday evening, but it wasn’t for the Queen of Hearts drawing. Christmas Time in the City transformed downtown Mansfield into a festive gathering place, drawing the community together for an evening of seasonal celebration. Mayor Jodie Perry expressed her thanks to the downtown Mansfield […]
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Inkcarceration Pre-Party: A rockin’ kickoff in downtown Mansfield
MANSFIELD — Downtown Mansfield roared to life on Thursday night for Inkcarceration’s official pre-party at Warehouse Tavern on East Fourth Street. I arrived about an hour before the music started and the place was already swelling with metalheads — locals, travelers and plenty of folks proudly flashing their festival wristbands for free entry. My colleague, […]