Tuesday, April 8th, 2025

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Good morning, Mansfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of April.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Though the spring weather has brought rain and floods, Ohio will see freezing temperatures tonight that could harm early garden plantings. Residents are advised to cover plants with blankets—using row covers or mulch—to keep them warm during the cold nights. Mansfield News Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Franklin Township is asking voters to approve a permanent fire levy in the upcoming May primary after a similar measure failed in November (the levy will fund full staffing for the township's two fire stations). The levy will cost taxpayers $518 per $100,000 of appraised property value and if it fails, up to 13 firefighters will be laid off, which could slow emergency response times. NBC4i
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Richland County can safely dispose of unused prescription pills on April 26 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; five drop-off sites in Mansfield, Shelby, Plymouth, and Lexington will accept household pills only. METRICH Enforcement Unit and local agencies— including the Mansfield Division of Police— lead the event to help prevent drug misuse. 1812Blockhouse
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Live Music with Steve Brown
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Hickory Vines Winery and Venue — Free entry — Enjoy an evening filled with upbeat live tunes by local artist Steve Brown.
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Mid Ohio Sports Card & Memorabilia Show
10 AM – 3 PM — Richland County Fairgrounds — Free admission — Browse through 35+ tables of sports card dealers buying, selling, and trading memorabilia.
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The Norman Brown Experience
6:00-9:30 p.m. — Mid-Ohio Conference Center — $50 — Enjoy a live performance by Grammy winner Norman Brown and Eliot Sloan from Blessid Union Of Souls with proceeds benefiting a local shelter.
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Annual Sunrise Easter Service
7-8 a.m. — Kingwood Center Gardens — Free entry — Celebrate Easter with a beautiful community sunrise service in a picturesque garden setting.
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Crochet Spring Flower Wreath Workshop
5 p.m. — North Lake Park — $5 — Create beautiful crochet flowers and craft a wreath to celebrate the arrival of spring.
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Earth Stewardship Celebration Kick Off
1-2 p.m. — Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development — Free entry — Celebrate Earth stewardship with community projects focused on sustainability and beautification.
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Mary Poppins at Renaissance Theatre
7-9 p.m. — Renaissance Theatre — Sensory-friendly pricing available — Experience the magic of Mary Poppins through a whimsical musical adventure filled with enchanting stories and unforgettable songs.
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Earth Day Festival at Ohio Bird Sanctuary
10 AM – 4 PM — Ohio Bird Sanctuary — Free Community Event — An interactive festival with games, crafts, and tips for a greener lifestyle.
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Craft & Conversation with Miss Mansfield
3-5 p.m. — 3rd Cup Tea — $10 for one adult and one child, $5 for each additional child — Enjoy crafting heart-themed sunglasses and connecting with Miss Mansfield while supporting heart health.
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BeautyCon 2025: Stylist Appreciation Day
5-7:30 p.m. — Dan Lew Exchange / DLX — $15 per person — Celebrate local beauty trends with a showcase of hairstyling, makeup artistry, and fashion.
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