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Mansfield will add a lasting symbol of American history to Liberty Park this week as the city prepares to plant a commemorative white oak tree in honor of the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary. The tree will be planted Friday, September 4, at Liberty Park, located at 493 Grace Street, as part of the America 250-Ohio Heritage Trees program. The statewide …
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September, 2026
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2 September
Local Leaders Search for Solutions to North Central Ohio Child Care Challenges
Child care providers, employers, policymakers and community leaders gathered in Mansfield this week to discuss one of the region’s growing challenges: making child care more accessible and affordable for families. Nearly 50 people attended a community conversation Tuesday at The Ohio State University Mansfield as part of an effort to identify potential solutions to child care challenges throughout north central …
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2 September
Mansfield Moves Forward With Plans to Extend B&O Trail Toward Downtown
Mansfield is taking another step toward connecting the Richland B&O Trail with downtown. Mansfield City Council approved spending up to $175,000 for design and engineering services for an approximately 11-foot-wide concrete path along Trimble Road, extending from Marion Avenue to Millsboro Road. City Engineer Bob Bianchi told council members Tuesday that the design work is expected to be completed by …
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1 September
Centerburg Residents Raise Concerns Over Proposed 90-Home Development
Residents are raising concerns about a proposed 90-home subdivision on Croton Road as the village considers a zoning change that could clear the way for the development. The 56.6-acre property was annexed by Centerburg in July and is currently zoned Estate Residential District. Knox-Licking Holdings Ltd. is seeking to rezone the property to Planned Development, which would allow Schlabach Builders …
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1 September
Richland County Foundation Awards Education Grants to Abraxas Teachers
Two teachers at Abraxas School are receiving grants from the Richland County Foundation to support new classroom projects during the upcoming school year. The foundation recently awarded education grants to teachers across Richland County for creative or supplemental programs that are not covered through regular school funding. At Abraxas, Rachel Jamieson received $1,339 for The Page Turner Grant: Igniting a …
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1 September
Knox County EMA Encourages Residents to Prepare During National Preparedness Month
September is National Preparedness Month, and the Knox County Emergency Management Agency is encouraging residents to take time now to prepare themselves and their families for emergencies. Emergency situations rarely happen at a convenient time. Severe storms, tornadoes, flooding, fires, hazardous material incidents, winter weather, extreme temperatures and extended power outages can quickly disrupt everyday routines. While first responders and …
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August, 2026
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31 August
Mohican Tourism Corridor Undergoing Major Makeover
A major project two years in the making is underway to give the Mohican tourism corridor a new look as local officials and tourism leaders work to improve the experience for visitors. The project is focused on revitalizing the area around one of north-central Ohio’s most popular outdoor destinations, with improvements intended to create a more welcoming and cohesive corridor …
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31 August
Knox Public Health Announces Fall Vaccination Clinics Across Knox County
Knox Public Health is preparing to offer a series of community vaccination clinics throughout September and October, giving Knox County residents additional opportunities to receive MMR and flu vaccinations. The clinics come as health officials encourage residents to stay current on vaccinations, particularly with the new school year underway and the fall respiratory illness season approaching. Flu clinics begin September …
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