MANSFIELD — For the third year in a row, the Hastings Group is sponsoring a special needs event at the Richland Carrousel Park. The event will take place on Friday, Sept. 27 from 6 to 8 p.m. Refreshments will be provided. Attendees will receive unlimited rides on the carrousel. The carrousel will be modified, for […]
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Letter to the Editor: Take a moment to appreciate our workers on Labor Day
Labor Day, a federal holiday dating back to Sept. 5, 1882, was officially signed into law on July 28, 1884, by President Grover Cleveland. This was a significant achievement for American workers, who were given the first Monday in September off from work. Labor Day is not just a day off. It is a reminder […]
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Column: Enjoy Shawshank nostalgia, but let’s focus on something Andy Dufresne said
MANSFIELD — We love a good nostalgic moment in Mansfield, sitting around and talking about how good things used to be. When the sun shone brighter. When the streets were always paved. When the jobs paid more. When the living was easier. “I remember back when … ” is one of our favorite moments. Certainly, […]
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Thousands ‘escape’ OSR in Mansfield for 10th Shawshank Hustle
MANSFIELD — More than 3,000 runners and walkers “escaped” from the former Ohio State Reformatory on Saturday morning as part of the 10th Shawshank Hustle. The 7K (4.3 miles) race left the grounds of OSR just after 8 a.m. and began the journey into downtown Mansfield. Runners and walkers made the turn in Central Park […]
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Ontario Kids Festival set for June 1
ONTARIO — The second-annual Ontario Kids Festival Presented by Sluss Realty is this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Marshall Park in Ontario — and there are many reasons to come early this year. Promptly at 10 a.m., Sluss Realty marketing director and event organizer, Jami Kinton-Sluss said volunteers will start passing out […]
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Where should I go for the 2024 solar eclipse? Your comprehensive guide
RICHLAND COUNTY — Here’s your what/where/when guide for the April 8 total solar eclipse passing over north central Ohio.
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United Way hosts Big Red Bookshelf event at The Carrousel
MANSFIELD — The United Way of Richland County’s Big Red Bookshelf hosted a Big Red Bookshelf event on Monday at the Richland Carrousel Park located at 75 N Main Street in Mansfield. The event included free books, free rides, and free cookies from Buckeye Bakery. There was also a story time reading by Mansfield Senior […]
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Big Red Bookshelf event set for Feb. 19 at Mansfield’s Carrousel Park
MANSFIELD — The United Way of Richland County’s Big Red Bookshelf will host an event on Monday, Feb. 19 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Richland Carrousel Park located at 75 N Main Street in Mansfield. A book reading of “only one you,” along with a free copy of the book will be given […]
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The Richland Carrousel Park brings holiday magic to the community
As the holiday season approaches, the Historic Carrousel District in Mansfield is gearing up to spread joy, excitement, and a touch of magic to the community. With its festive events and enchanting traditional carousel, it is set to be the perfect destination for families looking to create memorable experiences this holiday season. The carousel can […]
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Pioneer students decorate carrousel for Halloween
SHELBY – Pioneer Career & Technology Center Performing Arts program partnered with Richland Carrousel Park in downtown Mansfield to decorate the animals just in time for Halloween. This year’s theme is Mardi Gras and each animal has a unique mask to bring a new look to the carrousel. Pioneer students made several trips to the […]