Good morning, Mansfield.

Richland County Prosecutor Jodie Schumacher is holding Take Back the Night at OSU-Mansfield’s Riedl Hall from 6-8 p.m. April 29—an event that will feature guest speakers, a walk of honor and a candlelight vigil to support survivors of sexual violence.

Schumacher said the event is designed to raise awareness and show that the community cares about keeping everyone safe.

Take Back the Night will raise awareness about sexual assault at OSU Mansfield.

Richland County Prosecutor Jodie Schumacher is leading the event.

New laws that took effect on April 9 change education, healthcare, and transportation in Ohio; schools now ban cell phone use during class (with exceptions for medical reasons or IEPs) and adjust rules for religious classes and parental notifications.

Hospitals must start posting detailed prices with penalties for non-compliance beginning July 2, and voters will decide on a $2.5 billion bond measure on May 6 as the state begins a $3.2 billion construction season.

New Realtor.com data shows that in January the median home price in Richland County increased to $171,200 from $169,875 in December and was up 8.7% from January last year—single-family homes sold for $166,500 while condo and townhome prices dropped by 2.1% with no property selling for $1 million or more. Recorded home sales totaled $17.8 million for 96 transactions, reflecting a 4.4% increase in sales from January 2024.

Last week, Richland County spring sports athletes excelled in baseball, softball and track despite cool weather.

A Top Performers list detailed key moments from April 7 to April 12—highlighting wins and standout individual achievements.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

MindSprouts Creative Writing Showcase

7 p.m. — Theatre 166 — Admission details not specified — Celebrate K-12 creativity with showcased student writings in an engaging theatrical presentation.

Open Mic Poetry & Music Night

5 PM — 3rd Cup Tea — Free entry — Experience a vibrant evening of poetry and music with the community atmosphere of downtown Mansfield.