Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of April.
Good morning, Mansfield.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Night of Destruction
4-9 p.m. — Mansfield Speedway — Check website for pricing — A chaotic night of thrilling motorsports action awaits at the speedway.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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