Good morning, Mansfield.

The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging is accepting nominations for the 2026 Outstanding Senior Citizen Award until April 3.

The award will honor volunteer seniors from nine counties who have made significant community contributions.

Richland County leaders discussed the potential of industrial solar on the upcoming ballot+ they held a town hall on March 17 at Lexington Senior Civic Center to evaluate renewable energy options for the community.

Mansfield City Council approved legislation to annex 112 acres along the I-71/Ohio 39 interchange to help bring a Buc-ee’s Travel Center and about 200 new jobs.

Richland County will review the proposal on March 19 and a final council vote is set for May 19 (Mayor Perry said).

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.

2026 PAR Professional Development Conference

8 a.m.–4 p.m. — Mid-Ohio Conference Center — Registration required — A day of empowerment through training and collaboration in developmental disabilities.

Charles Mill Earth Day Cleanup & Tree Giveaway

Time unspecified — Charles Mill Lake Park — Free camping coupon for participants — Make a positive impact by cleaning the lake and planting trees.