MANSFIELD — Institute for Organization Management, the professional development program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, has announced that Clint Knight, IOM, Director of Workforce Development, of the Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development, has graduated from the program. Knight has also received the recognition of IOM. Awarded to all graduates of the Institute program, […]
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Richland County Port Authority conducts 1st meeting, selects board leaders
MANSFIELD — The Richland County Port Authority is open. Open for business, that is, according to local officials. The new governmental entity had its organizational meeting on Wednesday morning, officially adding an economic development tool breathed into life by the Richland County Board of Commissioners. During a two-hour public meeting at Richland Area Chamber & […]
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Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development presents BOSS event on June 24
MANSFIELD — The Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development will host its next BOSS session, “The Internship Blueprint: Building Programs That Work,” on Tuesday, June 24. This program is designed for business owners, managers, and HR professionals who want to develop or improve internship offerings that strengthen talent pipelines and provide valuable student experiences. Why […]
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Developers express interest in newly formed Richland County Port Authority
County commissioners formally approved the creation of the Richland County Port Authority on Tuesday, along with its board members.
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Opening development door? Mansfield lawmakers to vote on 321-acre rezone
MANSFIELD — The future — and type — of economic development around Mansfield Lahm Regional Airport is on the agenda for Mansfield City Council on Tuesday evening. Local lawmakers are expected to vote on a request to rezone 321 acres in a move officials have said will help open doors to future high-quality, heavy manufacturing […]
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Engage Richland helps build Rubies Women’s Group conference room
The Engage Richland class of 2025 selected Rubies Women’s Group as its nonprofit of choice for their capstone project, renovating the nonprofit’s conference room.
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Port authority could add to Richland County’s economic development toolbox
The creation of a countywide port authority in Richland County could help increase and enhance economic development.
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Thomas: Rezone of 321 acres may help attract manufacturing jobs in Mansfield
MANSFIELD — Barrett Thomas said Tuesday the rezoning of 321 acres near Mansfield Lahm Regional Airport will help open doors to future high-quality, heavy manufacturing jobs in the city. “This aligns with the city’s goal of creating high-skill, high-wage employment opportunities,” said Thomas, senior director of economic development for Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development. […]
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2025 Shelby High senior opens Whimsy Tulip Boutique on Main Street
On Tuesday, Winck celebrated the grand opening of her own store at 39 E. Main Street.
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Northwestern Mutual, Tyler Thomas open Mansfield financial planning office
MANSFIELD — Northwestern Mutual aims to help clients identify their financial goals and build a personalized plan to reach them. Madison and Ashland University alumnus Tyler Thomas opened a Mansfield office at 70 Park Ave. West.