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Mansfield
Tuesday, February 17th, 2026
Good morning, Mansfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of February.
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Ventura Foods LLC has recalled over 20,000 peanut butter products due to blue plastic pieces being found. The recall affects products in 40 states including Ohio — Kentucky is excluded — and was classified as Class II by the FDA on Feb. 12. Mansfield News Journal
- ➤ Bridget Kuykendall, who suffers from a rare neurological disorder, has traveled 1,300 miles for treatment from Mansfield neurosurgeon Dr. Bohdan Chopko at OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital. She credits his compassionate care—evident in multiple surgeries and spinal taps—for renewing her hope for recovery. Mansfield News Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Voting for the Mansfield News Journal Athlete of the Week is open and will end Friday at 7 p.m. Ontario’s Steliana Kruer (7,921 votes) won last week as the community now selects new nominees. Mansfield News Journal
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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New Beginnings Paint & Sip
6-8 p.m. — Wishmaker House — $35 — Unleash your creativity with a wine-infused painting experience.
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Houseplant BINGO at the Winery
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Hickory Vines Winery and Venue — $30 bingo card — Enjoy a fun evening of bingo with a chance to win various plants and a complimentary drink.
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