Good morning, Mansfield.

Monroe, a five-year-old pit bull-mix, has been at the Richland County Dog Warden & Adoption Center since August and is highlighted as Pet of the Week (showing his engaging personality while encouraging local adoptions).

Village Caregiving in Mansfield celebrates its two-year anniversary today with a free open house at 1245 S.

Trimble Road from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The event offers food, door prizes and giveaways — open to the public.

Gas prices in Ohio jumped over $4 a gallon on April 28 to a state average of $4.176, with Erie County at the high end & Putnam and Mercer counties offering lower rates.

Analysts say prices may not drop until later this year or 2027 amid ongoing oil market turmoil.

Pillar Credit Union is merging with Tappan Community Credit Union to open a new branch in downtown Mansfield effective June 1.

The merger will expand service to more than 10,500 members, and current accounts will remain unchanged (ensuring local service continuity).

Jim Copper, 90, will return to the newly restored Mansfield Speedway on May 2 along with his family to relive cherished racing memories after eight quiet years as work led by former NASCAR driver Matt Tifft revived the track.

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.

57 Special at Mansfield Speedway

5-11 p.m. — Mansfield Speedway — $10,000 to win — Experience aggressive dirt racing with top late model teams during Night 1 of this thrilling weekend.