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 […]
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OPINION: Ohio residents have a choice, tax dollars to God or govt.
This article was originally written and published here by John-Mark Young and submitted to Richland Source for publishing. Did you know that as an Ohio resident, you have the power to decide where a portion of your state tax dollars go? Thanks to the Ohio Scholarship Granting Organization (SGO) tax credit, you can choose to support local […]
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Are $0 premium Medicare Advantage plans really free?
It’s one of the most common Medicare ads you’ll see this time of year: “$0 premium!” splashed across the screen. It sounds like a great deal—who wouldn’t want free coverage? But here’s the truth: $0 premium doesn’t mean $0 cost. With Medicare Advantage, the “premium” is just one piece of the puzzle. You still have […]
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What questions should I ask before choosing a Medicare plan?
When it comes to Medicare, the hardest part is knowing what questions to ask. The TV ads and glossy mailers make every plan sound perfect — but they rarely cover the details that matter most to your health and your wallet. Here are three of the most important questions to ask your agent (or yourself) […]
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Why does it matter to work with a local medicare broker?
Medicare is national, but your care is local. The plan you choose on paper has to work in real life — with the doctors, hospitals, and pharmacies right here in Richland County. That’s the problem with calling a 1-800 number. The person on the other end may not even know where Mansfield is, let alone […]
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Six new courses aim to strengthen local leaders at MACC
Promotions are often the reward for hard work, but stepping into a management role without guidance can be overwhelming. Madison Adult Career Center (MACC) is adding six leadership programs this fall in partnership with strategic business advisor Nicole Derr, aiming to give those in a position of authority the opportunity to gain practical tools they […]
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Relax, It’s Just Coffee brings community together in downtown Mansfield
MANSFIELD — When Paul and Tammy Kemerling opened Relax, It’s Just Coffee at 105 N. Main St., Mansfield didn’t have a true independent coffee shop. A few had tried, but none had lasted. That challenge became his inspiration. A longtime fan of indie coffee culture, the couple saw where others had stumbled and believed he […]