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Saturday, February 14th, 2026

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Good morning, Mansfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of February.

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Wendy's, a Dublin-based fast-food chain, ranked No. 9 among the world's valuable restaurant brands with a brand value of $4.9 billion despite lower U.S. sales in 2025. The company said it will close 240 to 360 underperforming stores in 2026 (393 in Ohio) due to financial pressure on lower-income consumers.  Mansfield News Journal

HEALTH NEWS

  • Healthgrades named five Ohio hospitals among the 50 best in the nation on Feb. 13, noting they are in the top 1% for clinical excellence. The recognition includes Summa Health’s Akron campus and four Mercy Health facilities, with 12 additional Ohio hospitals ranking among the top 100 and 250.  Mansfield News Journal

SPORTS NEWS

  • Mansfield Senior basketball beat Madison 69-61 Friday night, earning a share of the Ohio Cardinal Conference title with Ashland, Dover and New Philadelphia. Coach Marquis Sykes said senior DJ Corbin led a strong fourth-quarter comeback (the first OCC championship since 2018-19) as the team finished 15-7.  Mansfield News Journal

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sun, 2/15/26

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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.

    Fri, 2/20/26

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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.

    Wed, 2/25/26

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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.

    Sat, 2/28/26

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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.

    Fri, 3/6/26

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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.

    Sat, 3/7/26

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  • Love, Lies & The Doctor's Dilemma

    2:30-5:30 p.m. — The Mansfield Playhouse — Ticket prices vary — A hilarious comedy of relationships and mistaken identities unfolds in Joan's chaotic life.

    Sun, 3/8/26

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  • Mid-Ohio Home Show

    9 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Richland County Fairgrounds — Admission fee varies — Explore the latest in home and garden innovations at this community-focused event.

    Sat, 3/14/26

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  • Maple Syrup Festival

    12-4 p.m. — Malabar Farm State Park — Various prices for food and products — Experience traditional syrup-making demonstrations and enjoy wagon rides at this fun-filled festival.

    Sun, 3/15/26

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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