Tuesday, April 28th, 2026
Good morning, Mansfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Mansfield, Inc. is offering a self-guided tour of historic buildings on May 2 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. that costs $25, with tickets available at Social on Main (128 N. Main St.), giving locals a rare glimpse into our city's past. Mansfield News Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ North Central State College student Jesse Halfhill was named to the All-Ohio Academic First Team today for academic excellence and community service and received a $1,000 scholarship; he will graduate in May and then pursue a double major at Ashland University. Mansfield News Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Ohio Department of Natural Resources hosted accessible turkey hunts this April at Pike and Blue Rock state forests to welcome disabled hunters. The events brought together guides, volunteers & local partners to support conservation and outdoor traditions. Mansfield News Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Voting for the MNJ Track and Field Athlete of the Week is open until Friday at 7 p.m. Lexington’s Evalynn Adkins won last week with 2,823 votes and stands as the current frontrunner. Mansfield News Journal
- ➤ Mansfield Christian secured its first league title on Monday when junior Bailee Nelson pitched a no-hitter in an 18-0 win over Kidron Central Christian; the team celebrated a historic milestone (with 12 players recording hits) that boosts local softball. Mansfield News Journal
- ➤ Voting for MNJ Baseball Player of the Week is open until 7 p.m. on Friday + last week's winner was Shelby's Kaleb Stairs, who earned the nod with 7,014 votes. Mansfield News Journal
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Night of Destruction
4-9 p.m. — Mansfield Speedway — Check website for pricing — A chaotic night of thrilling motorsports action awaits at the speedway.
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Comedy Night at Hickory Vines Winery
6:30 p.m. — Hickory Vines Winery and Venue — $18 — Enjoy a night of clean comedy with three acts including headliner Adam Minnick.
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Sunday Tea & Charcuterie Workshop
5-8 p.m. — The 101 Tea Company — $45 per person — Celebrate Mother's Day with a hands-on charcuterie workshop and curated tea pairings.
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ParaPsyCon 2026
10 AM – 3 PM — The Ohio State Reformatory — Tickets available — Explore the mysterious world of psychics, paranormal investigations, and cryptid research with an array of speakers and activities.
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Spring Goat Shearing Day at Alpaca Meadows
12-4 p.m. — Alpaca Meadows — Free entry — Witness the fascinating shearing of Angora goats while enjoying farm activities and shopping.
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Mansfield Speedway Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
1-2 p.m. — Mansfield Speedway — Free entry — Celebrate the revival of Mansfield Speedway with tours and community festivities.
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