PLYMOUTH — Carol Brooks has quietly answered the call for more than four decades when Plymouth residents needed help the most — and she did it without ever asking for recognition. Brooks, 88, recently “retired” as the sole Salvation Army representative for Plymouth and Shiloh — a volunteer role she carried out entirely on her […]
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Ohio Social Sports Volleyball League wraps up season with seven teams
MANSFIELD — The Ohio Social Sports Volleyball League officially wrapped up an exciting season in March, after two months of high-energy play, team spirit, and memorable moments. Held every Tuesday evening in February and March at The Salvation Army Mansfield, matches took place at 6, 7 and 8:00 PM, with seven spirited teams competing: White, […]
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Richland County Foundation funds social services & other community needs
MANSFIELD – During its December meeting, the Richland County Foundation Board of Trustees approved $602,225 in grants to nonprofit organizations. Projects at area nonprofit organizations that received grants from a combination of unrestricted, and field-of-interest funds include: Domestic Violence Shelter The Domestic Violence Shelter received a grant to fund the Safe Haven for Kids program […]
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A Future of Hope: The Salvation Army’s 136 years of service
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was authored by Kristen Bender. MANSFIELD — The Salvation Army has been an integral part of the Mansfield community since 1888 from humble beginnings in an empty roller rink to their current facilities on South Main Street. With over 130 years of local service, they have played a pivotal role in […]
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Shelby Help Line Ministries summer lunch program begins June 3
As the end of the school year nears, Shelby Help Line Ministries is currently preparing for its 17th free summer lunch program.
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Richland County Foundation supports children’s summer activities
MANSFIELD – The Richland County Foundation is supporting summertime programs focused on children. The Summertime Kids Committee Chaired by Foundation Board of Trustee member Karen Bierly along with members from the community approved $62,606 in Summertime Kid grants. The grants of up to $2,500 support creative, educational, and fun-filled activities for hundreds of Richland County […]
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Councilman Diaz provides Mansfield Ward 5 update
I would like to apologize for slacking on my updates! I’ve tried to stick to monthly email blasts but I realize that my last email update was in December. January and February were active months for Ward 5. We welcomed a new business (Brasshouse Boardroom), and are excited about Operation Fandom/Blackbird Records relocating next door […]
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Richland County Foundation funds housing projects
MANSFIELD – The Richland County Foundation Board of Trustees approved $1,527,817 in grants to nonprofit organizations during its December meeting. Projects at area nonprofit organizations that received grants from a combination of unrestricted, and field of interest funds include: Area Agency on Aging A grant was awarded to the Area Agency on Aging for increased […]
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Bucyrus Salvation Army Open House set for Oct. 5
BUCYRUS — The Galion-Crestline Area Chamber of Commerce (GCACC) has announced an Open House for the Salvation Army Bucyrus Corps on Thursday, Oct. 5 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at 717 Rogers St, Bucyrus (formerly Maplecrest Assisted Living). Potential donors from the business community are particularly encouraged to come and learn more about why they […]
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Mansfield Adult Education begins new school year
MANSFIELD — Andrea Karpiak-Feasel, program coordinator for Mansfield Adult Education’s Aspire program lights up when asked about the hardwork and determination of her students. “Traditionally, folks are used to summers off from school and are now gearing up for back-to-school because that’s the calendar that our K-12 system follows. But, besides the week of July […]