Editor’s Note: This is part three of a three-part series brought to you by Richland Public Health/Count on Me Richland County and its efforts to encourage all community members to consider vaccination through CountonmeRC.org. You can read part 1 here and part 2 here. By Tierra Thomas, Content Specialist In 2020, Elizabeth Flaugher, 24, was […]
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No shortage of need for foster care families in Richland County
Editor’s Note: This article is sponsored by New Mercy Outreach. MANSFIELD – On any given day in Ohio, nearly 16,000 children are being cared for by someone other than their parents. With about 6,000 licensed foster parents in the entire state, the need for more foster parents is urgent, including here in Richland County. “There […]
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National Construction Company has roots in Richland County since 1982
Editor’s Note This is part 1 of 6 in a series sponsored by Adena Corporation. This series will look at the local people behind the construction company’s projects across the world and right here in our community. From roller coasters at Cedar Point to new local schools, Adena Corporation construction signs can be seen throughout […]
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Spherion Mid Ohio VP reflects on life and career in the U.S. since relocating from Scotland 25 years ago
Editor’s Note: This story is sponsored by Spherion Mid Ohio. When Ann Smith, Vice President of Spherion Mid Ohio, moved to the United States from Scotland, she wasn’t sure what she would do in terms of her career. Prior work for the UK Government left her starting over, from scratch, after relocating to the US […]
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Richland Gives event for nonprofit support begins Nov. 15
Editor’s Note: This article is brought to you by The Richland County Foundation. MANSFIELD — Nonprofits are ready to bounce back stronger than ever. After a tough revenue year in 2020 due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, local nonprofit organizations have relied on support from the community to survive. An extra infusion of financial support […]
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CEO of nonprofit makes successful transition to Mansfield — aided by First Federal Community Bank
Editor’s Note: This article is brought to you by First Federal Community Bank. Chris Allison, CEO of Open Arms Health Systems, has made a lot of strides since opening his business in 2011. At first, it served as only a provider of senior services, but over the years it has expanded to what it’s become today: […]
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‘Take care of yourself’ – Retiree encourages vaccine for 50 and older crowd
Editor’s Note: This is part two of a three-part series brought to you by Richland County Public Health/Count on Me Richland County and its efforts to encourage all community members to consider vaccination through CountonmeRC.org. In early 2020, 56-year-old Robert Hardin-Leeth had plans to travel to all five of the Great Lakes and drive down […]
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Ohio Eye Associates adds ophthalmologist Lisa Chung, MD, to growing team
Editor’s Note: This article is sponsored by Ohio Eye Associates. MANSFIELD – Ohio Eye Associates is proud to announce that a new ophthalmologist will join its growing team. On Sept. 13, Lisa Chung, MD, will start her position as a comprehensive ophthalmologist, specializing in cataract and LASIK surgery and offering support to the local community by […]
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Hospice of North Central Ohio provides bereavement groups for all community members
Editor’s note: This article is sponsored to you by the Hospice of North Central Ohio Losing a loved one can be as painful as losing a limb. Whether it’s expected or hits you unexpectedly, you are never prepared. Bereavement services can help provide relief to those suffering from loss by giving them time to focus […]
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Catholic Charities combats turnover in Richland County
Editor’s Note: This article is sponsored to you by Catholic Charities Diocese of Toledo. A high turnover rate is every company’s worst nightmare. And unfortunately, many learn to just roll with the punches rather than acknowledging the issue directly, so the turnover percentage rate increases. Employers who want to see a productive and healthy workplace […]