MANSFIELD — The Mansfield-Richland Area Educational Foundation, an organization of the Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development, announced Friday that it will operate under the new trade name Richland LEADS. This brings together the organization’s full portfolio of community leadership programs under a single, unified brand. Alongside the new name, the organization is introducing a refreshed mission: […]
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Manufacturing expansions and historic revivals anchor Richland County growth, officials say
“If we would have seen this report back then and said all of these things are happening in your community right now, I think we would have been shocked and awed,” Jessica Gribben said
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Award-winning Engage Richland program is accepting applications for 2027 class
MANSFIELD – Richland LEADS, affiliated with the Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development, is accepting applications and nominations for the 2027 class of Engage Richland, a six-month community leadership program for early-career professionals that was recently recognized as a 2026 Innovation Award Winner by the Association of Leadership Programs (ALP). The national award, presented by ALP, […]
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Solar farm proposed for construction atop closed Mansfield, Richland County landfills
A solar farm generating electricity is the best possible use for closed former landfills in Mansfield and Richland County, according to Barrett Thomas.
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Richland County Port Authority announces Monday morning meeting
The Richland County Port Authority Board of Directors will meet Monday at 9 a.m. at the Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development.
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Jeff Parton hired by Chamber to lead economic, community development in Shelby
The Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development has hired Jeff Parton as economic and community development director for the city of Shelby, effective June 1.
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Summer electronics camps help high school students explore technology careers
MANSFIELD — Parents of high school students are encouraged to explore an exciting summer learning opportunity as two High School Electronics Camps will be offered in June 2026, providing hands-on, real‑world exposure to electronics, technology, and technical career pathways. The camps are hosted collaboratively by The Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development, The Ohio State University at […]
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Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development announces search for director
SHELBY — The Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development has announced it is seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to serve as its next Economic and Community Development Director, a key role focused on advancing growth and investment in Shelby and Northern Richland County. This position represents a unique opportunity to shape the future of the region […]
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Richland Area Chamber to host 19th annual Business Expo
MANSFIELD – The Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development is thrilled to invite the public to attend the 19th annual Business Expo on Thursday, March 19 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Richland County Fairgrounds. This year’s Expo, presented by Hamilton Insurance Group, will feature a fun and interactive Monopoly atmosphere with over […]
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New Richland Chamber leader says local economic success is personal for her
Jessica Gribben is the new president and CEO of the Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development.