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Mansfield
Thursday, February 5th, 2026
Good morning, Mansfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A senior Labrador mix known as Frosted Flakes arrived as a stray at Richland County Dog Shelter three weeks ago. The shelter now offers her for adoption at $199 (covers neuter, vaccine, license, and microchip) and she is best suited for a quiet home. Mansfield News Journal
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Catalyst Brands will file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and may close about 180 Eddie Bauer stores in North America plus eight in Ohio are affected as four have already closed and four remain open. Shoppers can visit the open stores in Akron, Aurora, Columbus and Jeffersonville for outdoor gear. Mansfield News Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local officials ordered the Mansfield Inn to be vacated after inspectors confirmed a lack of running water + the property is home to 40 cats, sparking plans for their care. Mansfield News Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Brayden DeVito signed his National Letter of Intent on Wednesday at Shelby High School (where over 100 people gathered) to join the Air Force Academy football team and will finish school before moving to Colorado Springs for training. Mansfield News Journal
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Teddy Bear Concert: Jack and The Beanstalk
2:30-5:00 p.m. — Renaissance Theatre — $5 — A family-friendly musical adventure bringing the story of Jack and the Beanstalk to life in a relaxed and engaging atmosphere.
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Mansfield Civic Society First Meeting
11 p.m. — Stonegate Woods — Free entry — Join neighbors to discuss community initiatives in a welcoming atmosphere.
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Wellness Walk and Morning Stretch
11-11:45 a.m. — Kingwood Center Gardens — Free entry — Enjoy a refreshing 45-minute class of nature walk followed by a relaxing stretch session.
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Love, Lies & The Doctor's Dilemma
8-11 p.m. — The Mansfield Playhouse — Ticket price varies — Experience an evening of drama and intrigue with 'Love, Lies & The Doctor's Dilemma' live in Mansfield.
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Frights and Lights
6:30 PM - 12:00 AM — The Ohio State Reformatory — $45-$190 — Experience a spooky movie followed by a guided flashlight tour in a historic haunted venue.
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2026 Opening Season Party
6-11:59 p.m. — The Mothership Music Venue — Free with Eventbrite ticket or $5 at the door — Celebrate the start of the concert season with contests, music, and refreshments.
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