Good morning, Mansfield.

The Community Health Access Project is running a baby supply drive at library locations through March 28 to ease stress for new and expecting parents; donations of diapers, wipes, baby shampoo, and safety items can be dropped off at sites including Mansfield (Main) and others.

Beth DeLaney, owner of Spherion Staffing & Recruiting Mid Ohio, is honored today as one of only 50 Franchisee Excellence Award winners by Franchise Business Review.

She is recognized for her leadership in workforce development across multiple offices & community initiatives.

The Ohio State Reformatory draws many visitors today and is known as the filming location for Shawshank Redemption + a highlight of local film history.

Renaissance Education Department will host its annual Improv Underground Open Mic Night at Theatre 166 on April 8 — middle and high school students will perform improvised scenes and interactive games with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. and free tickets on a pay-what-you-can basis.

North Central State College joins a national digital initiative — a two-year project running through 2027 — to revamp student support with new data systems and predictive analytics.

The effort will boost technology and personalized aid for students.

Mansfield hired a national aquatics consulting firm to study options for a potential new public pool, and residents can share feedback at a March 30 open house (5-7 p.m.) at North Lake Pavilion.

The study will help update aging facilities and expand water recreation.

Data from Realtor.com shows that home prices in Richland County dropped to a median of $175,000 in December (a 4.9% decrease from November), with single-family homes falling to $166,000 and condos rising to $230,000.

Thirty-six wrestlers from local coverage areas are headed to Columbus for the upcoming OHSAA State Wrestling Championships, which will begin on Friday, March 13 at the Jerome Schottenstein Center (OSU campus).

The detailed schedule lists match times through Sunday.

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.

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.

New Beginnings Paint & Sip

6-8 p.m. — Wishmaker House — $35 — Unleash your creativity with a wine-infused painting experience.

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.

Diminished 5th Album Release Celebration

6-11 p.m. — The Mothership Music Venue — $10 Admission — Celebrate the album release with a night of diverse rock performances from local bands.

American Red Cross Blood Drive

11 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Marvin Memorial Library — Registration encouraged — Donating blood saves lives and fills community needs.

FREE Music Bingo Night

6:30 PM – 12:30 AM — Hickory Vines Winery and Venue — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of music bingo and delicious food from the cell block cafe food truck.

Line Dancing Class

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Hickory Vines Winery and Venue — $10 entry — Get your boots on for a fun and engaging line dancing class with Krista Tinkham.

The Great Pages Circus

4:30-6:00 p.m. — Richland County Fairgrounds — Adult: $20, Child: Free with Paid Adult — Experience a thrilling circus performance perfect for the entire family.