MANSFIELD – Nikki Noel did not expect a two-hour stained glass class to change the course of her life. She said the two-hour class grew her love for the craft, even if the load the tools and materials was intimidating. The experience led to buying all the things needed for doing stained glass at home […]
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CommUNITY Day promotes peace at Mansfield’s Liberty Park
The second annual Mansfield CommUNITY Day brought city residents and Mansfield police together at Liberty Park.
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Shawshank Hustle draws over 1,500 runners along modified Mansfield route
In its 11th year, the popular race featured a modified route due to ongoing construction along North Main Street.
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Comic brings ‘comfortable edginess’ to Third Saturday in August Comedy Club
MANSFIELD — Rodney Laney’s first attempt at standup comedy accomplished a primary goal set by his former employer. It bombed. The former U.S. Air Force lab technician survived that initial failed attempt more than three decades ago and will headline the 38th annual Third Saturday in August Comedy Club at the Renaissance Theatre in downtown […]
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Fundraiser drives effort to restore Fox Glen Park Trail
MANSFIELD — Fox Glen Park Trail winds through a peaceful, wooded area, tucked away at 496 Straub Road West. Once a serene spot for picnics and walkers, it is now showing its age. Cracks and asphalt broken up on the trail have become somewhat unsafe for visitors and are sparking attention from the Tower Lakes […]
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Auction records shattered at Richland County Fair livestock sale
MANSFIELD – Saturday was a record breaking day at the Richland County Fair, with multiple auction highs set within minutes of each other. Hadley Williams, Grand Campion of the beef calves, started things off strong. The 17-year-old eclipsed last year’s record of $5,000 with a grand total of $5,600 purchased by Adena Corporation. Her record […]
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Shelby graduates take top two spots in Showman of Showmen competition
MANSFIELD — Kennedy Studer made her swan song of showing animals one to remember. The Shelby FFA and Ganges Happy Hearts 4-H member won first place at this year’s Richland County Fair Showman of Showmen on Friday. It’s a prize she’s been building toward over a six-year career of showing animals. “Soaking up my last […]
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Frenchie Roast envisions year-round farmers market for Mansfield
MANSFIELD — Frenchie Roast began brewing coffee for local consumers years ago, establishing its reputation with java connoisseurs. It has matured to the point of hosting a weekly farmers market featuring a variety of vendors that celebrate small businesses and homemade goods. Every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Frenchie Roast turns its property […]
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Family roots run deep at the Richland County Fair
MANSFIELD – The Richland County Fair overflowed with excitement Thursday night as youngsters all over the area auctioned off their rabbits, ducks and turkeys at the show arena. For 10-year-old Mallorie Clark, this year at the Junior Fair Livestock Show marked something special. Her first time showing animals at the fair, included a third-place showing […]
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Mansfield lawmakers experience city’s upgraded EMS equipment
City ambulances are now equipped with the upgraded technology, including cardiac monitors, cots, load systems, CPR machines and stair chairs.