MANSFIELD – The City of Mansfield has announced a generous donation of $65,208.15 presented by Dave Damron in support of the Fox Glen Park trail paving project. Last year, a fundraising goal of $60,000 was set to be reached by Nov. 1, 2025. “Thanks to Dave’s leadership and the community’s generosity, that goal was not […]
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RCDG selected to continue Microsoft TechSpark Fellowship to Grow Economic Opportunity
MANSFIELD — Richland Community Development Group (RCDG) announced Wednesday that it has been selected by Microsoft as a continuing Fellow in its TechSpark program to promote digital skilling in Richland County. These efforts contribute to a digital ecosystem that empowers community members to improve their digital skills while fostering economic development. RCDG’s workforce development initiatives […]
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‘Eat Your Art Out’ set for Nov. 12 at Hudson & Essex
MANSFIELD — The Mansfield Arts and Culture Sector of the Richland Community Development Group would like to announce an upcoming fundraising event to be held at Hudson and Essex on Nov. 12. Cocktails will be at 6 p.m. and dinner at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $150 to benefit The Arts and Culture Sector. This unique […]
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Lack of needed power supply hurt chance at ‘large’ economical development in Richland County
MANSFIELD — Spec buildings can be constructed. Roads can be built. Storm sewers can be dug and installed. Tax abatements can be proposed. All of that work can be done in advance in the hopes of greasing the skids to attract new economic development. But if a potential new industry has electrical power needs that […]
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Richland County Foundation supports summer programs for children
MANSFIELD – The Richland County Foundation Board of Trustees approved grants totaling $255,389 during its April meeting. The Foundation is supporting summertime programs focused on children. The Board of Trustees approved 28 Summertime Kid grants. The grants of up to $2,500 were given to support creative, educational, and fun-filled activities for hundreds of Richland County […]
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Sterkel Community Park for All construction started; more funding needed
MANSFIELD — Construction has begun at the Sterkel Community Park for All, a 20-acre, all-inclusive park and playground at the city park off Hillcrest Street. But organizers said Monday additional funds for play equipment are needed in April in order for the site to open in the fall as planned. The park site off Hillcrest […]
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Kristine Lindeman earns ATHENA Award at Chamber evening of excellence
MANSFIELD — Alumni Roofing owner and chamber board chair Kristine Lindeman was surprised with the ATHENA award on Wednesday night.
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Jim Jordan talks energy, infrastructure with Richland County leaders
MANSFIELD — U.S. Rep. Jim Jordan discussed infrastructure with the RCDG board, mostly focusing on energy production.