MANSFIELD — What do people do if they work second or third shift but don’t have a way to get to their job and back home again? The fact is that one in four Americans is unable to regularly and reliably access transportation they require to meet their daily needs, according to the U.S. Department […]
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Ties for Guys: Youth and Family Council helps high school guys dress for success
MANSFIELD — The Richland County Youth and Family Council is proud to announce its first Ties for Guys event. The Ties for Guys event is aimed at helping young men in the community, specifically seniors in high school, as they prepare for their future. A big part of success is leaving a great first impression. Clothing […]
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NECIC Meet the Candidates Night set for Oct. 9
MANSFIELD – The North End Community Improvement Collaborative has announced the 2024 “Meet the Candidates Night” will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 9. This is an engaging event that offers the community a chance to meet, interact with, and learn about the candidates running for various positions in the upcoming November election. This event aims […]
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NECIC announces change in leadership role as Tony Chinni replaces Deanna West-Torrence
MANSFIELD — Deanna West-Torrence will always be the founder of the North End Community Improvement Collaborative, an organization she created 18 years ago. But six months after moving to San Diego, Calif., to be with her family, she is stepping down as the CEO. The NECIC Board of Directors on Tuesday announced Tony Chinni, the […]
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Mansfield advances wayfinding signage program to enhance city navigation
MANSFIELD — Jodie Perry helped create the Mansfield Rising plan in 2019 as the leader of the Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development. Fast forward five years and now Mansfield Mayor Perry is a step closer to implementing another action item from that plan: creation of a “wayfinding” signage program in the city. Two design […]
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Wilson, NECIC hosting mother-son dance Sept. 22
MANSFIELD — EZ Handymen is cohosting a mother-son dance with Dukes Hauling & Snow Removal and NECIC on Sept. 22. Tickets are $50 per couple.
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Community collaboration fuels Mansfield City Parks annual ‘Summer Camp’ effort
MANSFIELD — Angel Singleton remembers a conversation she had years ago with Deanna West-Torrence, founder and CEO of the North End Community Improvement Collaborative. “Deanna told me about the food desert in this area and that kids and families needed help, especially during the summer when school is out,” said Singleton, the recreation coordinator for […]
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NECIC, Richland Correctional Institution celebrate Flourish Farm
MANSFIELD — The 32-acre farm is a collaborative project offering inmates hands-on farming experience and the opportunity to earn certificates.
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NECIC/RiCI Urban Agricultural site grand opening set for July 29
MANSFIELD – The North End Community Improvement Collaborative (NECIC) has announced the grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony of the NECIC/RiCI Urban Agricultural Site. This event, at 1155 S. Olivesburg Road, Mansfield, is free to attend, and light refreshments will be served. Event schedule 1 p.m.: Welcome and opening remarks by our distinguished speakers 1:30 […]
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Manufacturing camp exposes students to local employers
MANSFIELD — Michaii Williams is a shy kid with a quiet voice. But ask him to demonstrate a science project and a new kind of confidence emerges. “It might take a couple minutes,” said Williams, 11, as he picked up a piece from his motors and generators-themed STEM kit. Two yellow gears were encased in a […]