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Hear from Mansfield City Council 1st Ward candidates Michael Miranda (R) and Amber Thompson (D). This event was recorded on Oct. 15, 2025.Visit our elections page for stories on all local races and issues. Make an informed vote on Nov. 4.     

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In this episode, we sit down with Colleen Cook, president of Vinyl Marketing in Ashland. A mentor, storyteller, and creative leader, Colleen has guided countless people toward clarity in their purpose, courage in their calling, and a deeper connection to the faith that grounds them.

We talk about what it means to grow through seasons of change, to stay rooted when life feels uncertain, and to find grace in both the hard and beautiful moments. Colleen shares her belief in finding “pockets of heaven” here on earth and how faith and self-awareness shape the way we lead, love, and serve others.

From lessons in storytelling and nonprofit leadership to reflections on maturity, community, and the daily practice of showing up with authenticity, this conversation reminds us that living with purpose and faith is less about perfection and more about presence.

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Today – There’s a brand new place to roll into fun this fall, as The Ontario Center gears up to open a community roller rink — the centerpiece of a growing transformation aimed at breathing new life into the former Richland Mall.

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In this episode of Inside the Lines, Curt Conrad and Effie James talk with Fredericktown senior tight end and defensive end Gavin Toombs, one of North Central Ohio’s top football recruits. Gavin shares what it’s been like navigating the college recruiting process, what he’s looking for in a future program and how the recent NIL developments in high school sports could impact players like him. He reflects on a standout performance against Danville, where he filled in at running back and rushed for four touchdowns, and discusses the arrival of head coach Scott Spitler, the physical Wing-T offense and how Fredericktown has responded to both early wins and tough in-conference losses this season.

Looking ahead to the “Freddie-Burg” rivalry game against Centerburg, Gavin talks about what the matchup means to the community and how the Freddies plan to make a deep playoff run after clinching a postseason berth. Off the field, he shares his passion for basketball, where he’s an all-Ohio standout with college interest, and the goals he and his teammates have for a strong senior season. The episode wraps up with rapid-fire questions on Fredericktown history, Halloween candy rankings and where the Freddie-Burg trophy will call home next.

This episode is brought to you by Graham Auto Mall. 

It's also sponsored by the Knox Parent Support Initiative. 

Intro and outro music is "Story of the Sunflower Samurai" by local artist Vaundoom. 

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Read more: 

• Toombs subs at RB, scores 4 TDs to power Fredericktown past Danville
• Fredericktown holds off East Knox in tight KMAC duel
• Fredericktown survives surprising overtime challenge from Loudonville

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Hear from Mansfield City Council At-large candidates Phil Scott (D) and Shari Robertson (R). This event was recorded on Oct. 15, 2025.Visit our elections page for stories on all local races and issues. Make an informed vote on Nov. 4.   

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Episode 70 of News Man Weekly dives into the nuts and bolts of local economic development. Carl, Zac and Hayden kick off the show with their usual mix of weekend banter, sports overreactions, and a look at the latest headlines. We discuss Park National Bank’s withdrawal from the downtown Mansfield parking lot proposal and the nationwide “No Kings” protests that reached north central Ohio. As Election Day nears, the crew also reflects on the tone of modern political discourse and urges listeners to get informed and get out to vote.

Then, the team welcomes Ellen Heinz and Tom Vanderhorst from the Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development to break down two key players shaping the county’s future — the Richland County Port Authority and the new Mansfield Community Improvement Corporation (CIC). Together, they explain what these organizations actually do, how they work with local government and what opportunities they can unlock for the region. The conversation even drifts to a fun “what if” — exploring the feasibility of bringing a minor league baseball team to Mansfield. It’s a smart, lively discussion that blends civic insight with hometown imagination and it's best enjoyed with a cup of Relax coffee in hand!

Related links:

• Park National Bank withdraws proposal to build on Mansfield Municipal Parking lot
• Richland County residents rally at No Kings protests
• Find all local election coverage on Richland Source

Intro song credit: Smoke And Drink, by Luke Watson.

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Hear from Mansfield City Schools Board of Education candidates Gary Feagin, Deena Hamilton and Rebecca Wayman. Two candidates, Chris Elswick and Linda Golden, were unable to attend the event, which was recorded on Oct. 15, 2025.Visit our elections page for stories on all local races and issues. Make an informed vote on Nov. 4.

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What does it mean to turn awareness into action when it comes to childcare?

In this episode, we sit down with Amy Goyal, vice chair of the Women’s Fund of the Richland County Foundation and longtime advocate for women and families. Amy brings her years of experience in government affairs and community leadership to a conversation about what real advocacy looks like, and why it matters.

From sharing lived experiences to building coalitions, Amy reminds us that advocacy isn’t reserved for experts or lawmakers. It starts with everyday people telling their stories, listening deeply, and finding common ground. Along the way, we discuss Ohio’s new childcare cost-sharing program, the role of philanthropy in closing local gaps, and how diverse voices can strengthen the movement for more equitable systems.

• Build a Better Village: What’s Next for Child Care in Our Community (RSVP)

• New child care cost sharing program launches in Ohio

• People Have the Power: How Everyday Voices Can Reshape the Child Care Crisis

• Groundwork Ohio

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Today: The Village of Shiloh is approaching a critical deadline, now nearly halfway through a 90-day window to correct financial records that the Ohio Auditor of State’s Office deemed insufficient for a proper audit.

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Today - A proposed bank office on Mansfield’s municipal parking lot has officially been shelved after pushback from downtown merchants, residents, and City Council.

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