MANSFIELD — When The Phoenix Brewing Company opened its doors in 2014, it wasn’t just adding another bar to downtown Mansfield — it was bringing back a tradition the city had lost. The idea first took shape in 2012 when a group of local friends and homebrewing enthusiasts started talking about the lack of breweries […]
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Local CFP® expands professional presence to the Village of Lexington
Lexington, Ohio – Jason Jones, Certified Financial Planner® (CFP®), is pleased to announce his expanded professional presence in the Village of Lexington, offering by-appointment financial planning services tailored for individuals, families and businesses in the community. With a practice headquartered in Upper Arlington, Jones chose Lexington for its strong community and proximity to his home […]
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From historic gem to welcoming retreat: The story behind Mansfield’s Safe House
When Jake and Christina Simpkins first saw the long tree-lined driveway leading to the sandstone home on North Stewart Road, they knew they had found something extraordinary. What began as a house hunt soon became a passion project that brought new life to one of Mansfield’s most historic homes. Tucked quietly at 291 N Stewart Road, the […]
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How much can you safely withdraw in retirement?
This article was originally written and published here by John-Mark Young and submitted to Richland Source for publishing. I have never seen my LinkedIn feed blow up with so much Dave Ramsey content from other financial advisors as I did about one year ago. Keep in mind, Dave Ramsey and most financial advisors do not get along. There […]
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Kaleidoscope series welcomes investigative journalist Mya Frazier on November 6
MANSFIELD – The Kaleidoscope Speaker Series continues this fall with a thought-provoking evening featuring acclaimed investigative journalist Mya Frazier, on Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. at the Renaissance Theatre. Based in the Midwest, Frazier’s work has appeared in The New York Times Magazine, Bloomberg Businessweek, The New Yorker, and Harper’s. Her reporting explores […]
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The St. Peter’s difference: Unlocking every child’s potential through personalized learning
MANSFIELD – Located in downtown Mansfield, St. Peter’s School provides an educational community that understands children as individuals from Montessori preschool through high school. When Angela Rosato-Mulherin walks through the halls of St. Peter’s School in downtown Mansfield, she doesn’t just see classrooms– she sees an educational community that understands her children as individuals. St. […]
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From journeyman struggles to a Mansfield staple: The Boot Life® turns 11
MANSFIELD – What started as a frustration over finding reliable work boots has grown into one of downtown Mansfield’s most trusted shops for workers in the trades. Chris and Holly Troupe opened The Boot Life® on Oct. 8, 2014, inspired by Chris’s struggles as a journeyman toolmaker searching for durable boots and Holly’s own difficulty […]
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Senior tax bonus: A deep dive
This article was originally written and published here by John-Mark Young and submitted to Richland Source for publishing. In July of 2025, Chief Financial Planning Officer Tim Hilterman wrote an article highlighting some of the changes to the tax law in the recent “Big Beautiful Bill.” In this article, we’re going below deck and exploring one of those changes in […]
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Music Academy of Karate and Empowerment blends discipline, fitness and opportunity in Mansfield
MANSFIELD — A single roundhouse kick changed the course of Reneta Music’s life. In 1991, she joined her brother’s karate class after he told her, “girls can’t do karate.” More than three decades later, Music leads the Music Academy of Karate and Empowerment, a non-profit organization at 44 W. 4th St. that is one of […]
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From shy auditions to Miss Teen Ohio: How the Renaissance inspires confidence
When college student Cassandra Kurek thinks back to her very first audition at the Renaissance Theatre, one word comes to mind: terrified. As a shy young girl, walking onto a stage in front of strangers felt overwhelming. But something happened at that audition. Through encouragement, creativity and the safe space provided by the Ren’s education […]