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By 1812Blockhouse
When Richland Roast, 1812Blockhouse’s weekday free “e newsletter,” started earlier this year we hoped to tap into the area’s strong interest in becoming and staying informed.
Before we began, we took the opportunity to gain insight into how newsletters can fit into a news operation. As a member of LION Publishers, the country’s leading consortium of local, independent, online news operations (hence the name), we learned from examples and ideas from other sites.
That shared, we also wanted to know what would work locally. A local Mansfield-based marketing consultant was gracious in freely sharing some insights that proved valuable in choosing a direction for the publication.
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From our friends at Destination Mansfield – Richland County
By Alexia Kemerling
Historic buildings, streets lined with locally owned shops and restaurants, vibrant community events — these are just a few features of downtown Mansfield. The city center even has its own soundtrack thanks to Richland Carrousel Park’s joyful organ music.
Meet us on Main Street for a day filled with art, culture, good food and fun.
Fuel your morning with a latte from Relax, It’s Just Coffee and a pastry from Blackbird Bakery. Neighboring 3rd Cup Tea offers lighter caffeinated beverages and gourmet toast. Try one of Buckeye Bakery’s famous cream sticks for a sweet start.
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The Ohio State University at Mansfield will offer the RN to BSN program beginning Autumn 2021. Offered through The Ohio State University’s top-ranked College of Nursing, this program provides an opportunity for licensed RNs with an associate degree or diploma from an accredited institution to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
“We are thrilled to offer this program to support the needs of the local workforce,” said Norman Jones, dean and director of Ohio State Mansfield. “We love knowing that we are advancing career opportunities for nurses and supporting the workforce development needs of healthcare providers in the region.”
The BSN allows for nurses to practice at hospitals, clinics, businesses, at-home care, schools, government and physician’s offices.
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By 1812Blockhouse; Ohio Department of Transportation
ODOT District 3 has released its weekly report highlighting road construction projects which are beginning or underway in the multi-county area it serves. What follows are posted projects taking place within Ashland, Crawford, and Richland Counties.
Please stay safe and pay attention to these closures and work taking place during the week beginning on August 1.
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The Ohio EPA is awarding more than $1.5 million this year in grants to 23 local governments, businesses, and nonprofit organizations throughout northwest Ohio to implement recycling, litter prevention, market development, and scrap tire recycling programs. Statewide, the Agency is issuing more than $6 million in grant funding to 103 recipients, with more than $3.1 million specifically for community and litter prevention grants.
Local governments and other entities use these grants for litter collection, education programming, and the disposal of scrap tires through amnesty collection events. All local cleanup efforts involve the work of volunteers and take place on public property. Some of these grants tie into a statewide litter campaign, A Little Litter is a Big Problem, announced by Governor Mike DeWine on April 22 to prioritize and promote the conversation around litter in Ohio.
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Special to 1812Blockhouse from Third Street Family Health Services
The public is invited to Health Center Week events happening Tuesday, August 10 – Friday, August 13 sponsored by Third Street Family Health Services.
“National Health Center Week (August 8 – 14) is an annual celebration with the goal of raising awareness about the mission and accomplishments of America’s health centers over the past five decades.” – healthcenterweek.org
Community Health Centers serve as the primary medical home for over 30 million people in more than 13,000 rural and urban communities across America.
More…Featured, Health Services, Third Street Family Health Services
By 1812Blockhouse
Here are the answers to our quiz posted yesterday about an icon of early local history, John Chapman, also known as Johnny Appleseed. Give yourself one point for each correct answer and see how you fared.
Answer: A bag of appleseeds, of course
Answer: 1838. Some have the date as 1840, but the majority of sources specifically state 1838.
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Answer: Johnny believed in the sacred nature of all animals. He did not light campfires fearing that bugs might fly in and be burned alive.
Answer: 1953, it replaced a much earlier monument (erected in 1900).
Answer: Shrewd
Answer: It is 30 miles long
Answer: Oak Hill Cottage
Score:
1-4 — Seedling
4-5 — Sprout
6-7 — Apple tree
8-9 — Orchard
10 — Forest
Johnny Appleseed, Johnny Appleseed Historic Byway, Richland County History
Special to 1812Blockhouse
While at the upcoming Richland County Fair, visit with Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (Richland SWCD) at the Nature Park, Monday through Friday, August 9 to 13 from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
There are many activities planned. Enter the Only Rain Down the Drain contest sponsored by Meijer. The first-place prize is a Coleman cooler and two hydro cups. The second-place prize is a bird feeder and bird food. The third-place prize is a tree sling. Contest rules will be posted at the Nature Park.
What happens to litter and chemicals when they go down a storm drain? They ultimately end up in lakes, streams and rivers. Find out how to help keep storm drains clean at the Only Rain Down the Drain exhibit.
More…Featured, Richland County Fair, Richland Soil and Water Conservation DIstrict
By 1812Blockhouse
This is the second in a quiz series on all things local. Our first quiz last August looked at Richland County geography.
That quiz can be accessed here.
Today we are looking at an icon of early local history, John Chapman, also known as Johnny Appleseed, through a set of ten questions. We will be sharing the answers tomorrow here on 1812Blockhouse.
More…Johnny Appleseed, Johnny Appleseed Historic Byway, Richland County History
By 1812Blockhouse
Over the next several days, we will be sharing information about varsity football schedules for Richland County high schools.
Head coach Chioke Bradley’s Mansfield Senior Tygers have a very interesting schedule this year. After two preview games on the road, the squad will host four opponents in the friendly confines of Arlin Field on four successive Friday nights.
The 2021 Tygers schedule is set as follows:
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This year we’re continuing our weekly look at unique events and attractions that are within an easy driving distance of Richland County. We call these “Summer Road Trips.” Of course, we regularly feature the many extraordinary places to visit right here in Richland County and encourage our readers to get out and experience what is on offer in our own backyard.
Today’s Summer Road Trip will take you just a few miles east on US30 to the nearby county seat of Wooster.
For 56 years, the Mennonite, Brethren, Apostolic and Amish churches of northeastern Ohio have come together to put together a festive event to raise funds for the work of Mennonite Central Committee. After a Covid-limited auction in 2020, the 2021 Ohio Mennonite Relief Sale will return in-person on August 6 & 7. The event will take place in the new air-conditioned Event Center at the Wayne County Fairgrounds in Wooster.
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Join Downtown Mansfield, Inc. downtown this Friday, July 30, for sunshine, good food, and good music.
The July 2021 Final Friday Concert Series will kick off at 5:30 PM at The Brickyard with Red & Six, Departure, and Red Ball Jets.
As always, the Final Friday Concert Series is free and open to the public; lawn chairs are encouraged, and refreshments will be available for purchase. Outside beverages and coolers are prohibited.
More…Concerts, Downtown Mansfield, Downtown Mansfield Inc., Featured
By 1812Blockhouse, ODOT
The District 3 Office of the Ohio Department of Transportation has announced that a section of State Route 603 will be closing in August for three consecutive culvert replacement projects.
Closures will begin on Monday, August 2, and will continue in a sequence through August 27.
The individual culverts and projects are as follows:
Cloning times are approximately and can vary due to weather or other conditions.
The detour route for southbound motorists will be State Route 603 to State Route 39, east/southeast on State Route 39 to State Route 95, west on State Route 95 to State Route 603, and reverse for northbound motorists.
