MANSFIELD — Shoppers at Olive and Oak have a chance to win a $500 shopping spree as the boutique celebrates its five-year anniversary. Anyone who makes a purchase at Olive and Oak, 271 Cline Ave. in Mansfield, during January is automatically entered into the drawing. The giveaway is part of the store’s five-year “birthday” celebration […]
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Small Business of the Year: Hercules Express Wash, Pinnacle Building Services win big
SHELBY — Hank Keller never dreamed of owning a car wash, but the unexpected path led him to what he now calls “the things we cherish most.” The annual Small Business of the Year Awards recognized standout small businesses in Richland County for their dedication, innovation and impact on the community. The awards were presented […]
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10 years strong: The vision & labor behind Whitaker’s Natural Market
BELLVILLE — Nearly a decade ago, Marc and Jocelin Whitaker took a leap of faith just weeks after their wedding. They purchased a small building on State Route 13 in Bellville. The dream? To create something that lasts for both their family and community. That dream became Whitaker’s Natural Market, located at 7427 State Route […]
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Mansfield City Council pulls proposed food truck regulations from agenda
It probably takes David Kirst longer to make wings at his Chicken Box than it did for Mansfield City Council to pull proposed food truck regulations Tuesday night.
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Gifting an experience stimulates tourism in our own backyard
EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the final part of a 4-part series dedicated to helping our local small businesses bounce back from the impacts of the pandemic through shopping local. You can read the first three installments on Nov. 17, Nov. 26 and Dec. 6. MANSFIELD — Shopping for this year’s holiday season is either winding […]
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Small business groceries offer locally sourced food for your holiday meal
EDITOR’S NOTE: This is Part III of a 4-part series dedicated to helping our local small businesses bounce back from the impacts of the pandemic through shopping local. The first installment was published on Nov. 17 and the second was published on Nov. 26. The final installment will be published Dec. 15. MANSFIELD — Gayle and Wayne Meadows […]
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Why risk delivery delays? Shop local, shop small on Small Business Saturday
EDITOR’S NOTE: This is Part II of a 4-part series dedicated to helping our local small businesses bounce back from the impacts of the pandemic through shopping local. The first installment was published on Nov. 17. Future installments will publish on Dec. 5 and Dec. 15. MANSFIELD — Jeff Delianides, Donnie Clark and Chris Troupe […]
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Shop Small 2021: The Renaissance Theatre
Editor’s Note: This mini spotlight is sponsored by The Renaissance Since 1928, The Renaissance Theatre has been a staple in the community, serving as a source for live and engaging arts entertainment. “The Renaissance Theatre is the beating heart of arts and culture in Downtown Mansfield,” Ryan Shreve, Marketing Manager said. “We’re different from most […]
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Shop Small: Relax, It’s Just Coffee
Editor’s Note: This mini spotlight is sponsored by Relax It’s Just Coffee Relax, It’s Just Coffee has been serving the Mansfield community quality coffee and service for over ten years. And now, Relax has launched a new addition to their business, an online store. “We’ve built up a loyal fanbase in Mansfield, and now we’re […]
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Richland County holiday shopping guide
EDITOR’S NOTE: This shopping guide is part of a series dedicated to helping our local small businesses bounce back from the impacts of the pandemic. Small businesses – especially retail, hospitality, and restaurants – got crushed by the pandemic. The holiday shopping season is the best chance many of them have to finish strong in 2021. […]