Mansfield is a place whose personality, present and future, cannot be separated from its past. To truly know this city, you must first get acquainted with its history because Mansfield’s roots run deep and wide....
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A Day in Shiloh: the Rich Land in Richland County
In Richland County, you don’t have to go far to get away from city life. If you follow Route 13 North out of the city of Mansfield, you’ll quickly leave behind the trappings of urban and suburban living. With the city in your rearview mirror, the beautiful tapestry of fields, farmland, and rolling hills of Shiloh unfolds before you. Ahead is a region of bounty and slow country living. You’ll see horses and buggies, clothes hanging out on the line, and farm stands filled with the pick of the day....
A Day in Ontario: The Retail and Restaurant Hub
While Ontario may be the retail and restaurant hub of Richland County, the community is more than just shopping and dining. Ontario doesn’t have a quintessential Main Street or a typical downtown area, but its people are community-minded, and community in Ontario happens at the park....
A Day in Lexington: A Growing Community of Families
Founded in 1812, Lexington has been known locally as “A Growing Community of Families” for a long time. A great place to raise a family; the Lexington Local School District is rated highly year after year and the village is ranked the 15th safest community in the US in the category of under 5,000 residents. What started out as a bedroom community, has grown out of that classification with the addition of businesses large and small. Lexington Mayor, Brian White says of the village: “We’re still a Community of Families, but it’s not just about us.” The Lexington community sees themselves as part of the diverse tapestry of communities across Richland County. “We have to work together to move Richland County Forward.”...
Spring in Mansfield: A Gen Z Guide
Hey, it’s Natalie – your local Gen Z guide to all things Richland County. Spring has officially sprung, and you can feel it in the air. Around here, that usually means people are walking up and down Main Street in downtown Mansfield wearing jeans and a hoodie – it’s our unofficial sign that winter is…
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A Day in Lucas, Ohio
Nestled in rolling hills of farmland and surrounded by some of Ohio’s best state parks, the village of Lucas bursts with local charm. ...
The Ultimate Date Night in Mansfield
Great date nights don’t follow a script. They leave room for discovery, conversation, and experiences that feel different from everyday life. Mansfield & Richland County offer exactly that, with options that work just as well for a single evening as they do for a full weekend escape. Whether you’re planning something spontaneous or thoughtfully mapped…
A Cozy Winter Weekend in Mansfield
Winter doesn’t have to mean hunkering down at home. Shake off the cabin fever and head to Mansfield & Richland County for a cozy weekend getaway that mixes charm, flavor, and a little adventure. Start by picking the perfect place to stay. If you want to park your car and explore on foot, book a…
January Events & Experiences
Settle into the cozy side of winter with these Mansfield, Ohio events. Winter has settled into Mansfield and Richland County, but January brings plenty of ways to stay active, inspired, and warm. This month’s lineup of Mansfield, Ohio events include live music, engaging theater productions, family-friendly attractions, and cozy spots to relax with a drink…
December Happenings & Events
The most wondrous time of the year is here, and Richland County is showing up in a big way. You’re invited to celebrate the season at some of the year’s most anticipated events across Mansfield and our family of festive Tinsel Towns. From the magic of Christmas at Kingwood to the one-of-a-kind, spine chilling Blood…