MANSFIELD — The 15th annual Power of the Purse event will take place on Thursday, Sept. 17 at 5 p.m. at the Mid-Ohio Conference Center. What is Power of the Purse? Power of the Purse is United Way of Richland County’s signature fundraising event – a fun-filled evening where attendees bid on purses, unique live […]
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From chopping firewood to driving a new Chevy: Ashland man wins United Way raffle
MANSFIELD — A single raffle ticket turned a quiet morning of chopping firewood into a celebration for Ashland resident Lincoln Dotson. The United Way of Richland County and Graham Chevrolet pulled Dotson’s name as the winner of a new 2025 Chevrolet Trax during the annual “Win a Chevy” fundraiser. Dotson answered the call while cutting […]
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‘Win a Chevy 2025’ United Way kickoff set for Sept. 30 at Graham Chevrolet
MANSFIELD — The United Way of Richland County and Graham Chevrolet will host a kickoff and press event for its partnered fundraiser “Win a Chevy 2025” on Tuesday Sept. 30 at 11 a.m. at Graham Chevrolet located at 1515 W. 4th Street, Mansfield. Tickets are 1 for $30 or 5 for $100. This event will […]
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Shiloh resident wins new car in United Way ‘Win a Chevy Trax’ fundraiser
MANSFIELD — When April Fletcher saw her new car, the first thing she thought of was the crystal waters of the Caribbean. “She’s as blue as the ocean,” Fletcher whispered while stepping into the lobby of Graham Chevrolet. “We went to the Bahamas last year for the first time and she reminds me of the […]
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‘Win a Chevy 2024’ raffle to begin this month, supports United Way of Richland County
MANSFIELD — The United Way of Richland County and Graham Chevrolet will host a kickoff and press event for its partnered fundraiser “WIN A CHEVY 2024” on Monday Oct. 21 at 10 a.m. at Graham Chevrolet located at 1515 W. 4th Street, Mansfield. Tickets are 1 for $30 or 5 for $100. This event will […]
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Community collaboration fuels Mansfield City Parks annual ‘Summer Camp’ effort
MANSFIELD — Angel Singleton remembers a conversation she had years ago with Deanna West-Torrence, founder and CEO of the North End Community Improvement Collaborative. “Deanna told me about the food desert in this area and that kids and families needed help, especially during the summer when school is out,” said Singleton, the recreation coordinator for […]
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United Way of Richland County & YMCA of North Central Ohio renew partnership to enhance community impact
MANSFIELD – The United Way of Richland County and the YMCA of North Central Ohio have announced the renewal of their partnership. This renewal reaffirms their shared commitment to strengthening communities and improving the lives of individuals and families. The partnership was celebrated today at a press event at 2 p.m., featuring critical leaders from both organizations. The event, […]
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Ontario Kids Festival set for June 1
ONTARIO — The second-annual Ontario Kids Festival Presented by Sluss Realty is this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Marshall Park in Ontario — and there are many reasons to come early this year. Promptly at 10 a.m., Sluss Realty marketing director and event organizer, Jami Kinton-Sluss said volunteers will start passing out […]
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United Way hosts Big Red Bookshelf event at The Carrousel
MANSFIELD — The United Way of Richland County’s Big Red Bookshelf hosted a Big Red Bookshelf event on Monday at the Richland Carrousel Park located at 75 N Main Street in Mansfield. The event included free books, free rides, and free cookies from Buckeye Bakery. There was also a story time reading by Mansfield Senior […]
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Big Red Bookshelf event set for Feb. 19 at Mansfield’s Carrousel Park
MANSFIELD — The United Way of Richland County’s Big Red Bookshelf will host an event on Monday, Feb. 19 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Richland Carrousel Park located at 75 N Main Street in Mansfield. A book reading of “only one you,” along with a free copy of the book will be given […]