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Thursday, May 7th, 2026
Good morning, Mansfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Mother's Day will be celebrated on Sunday, May 10 across Ohio. Forecasts show a 70% chance of rain in Akron, possible thunderstorms after 8 a.m. in Cincinnati, and mostly cloudy skies in Columbus as the holiday continues a tradition started by Anna Jarvis. Mansfield News Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mansfield Fire Department Lt. Jim Odson retired today after a 34-year career. The department recognized his long service and commitment to local safety. Mansfield News Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On May 6 at 9:36 a.m., a suspected hantavirus outbreak aboard a cruise ship resulted in three deaths as several passengers fell ill on the ship traveling from Argentina to Cape Verde. The Ohio Department of Health confirmed no local cases have been recorded. Mansfield News Journal
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Three-year-old black cat Unit is named News Journal Pet of the Week (he had his right rear leg amputated) and remains loved for his friendly nature in the local community. Mansfield News Journal
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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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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.
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57 Special - World of Outlaws
4-10 p.m. — Mansfield Speedway — $57K to win — Experience thrilling dirt late model racing under the lights at one of the most anticipated events of the season.
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Naughty Lobstah Sunday
11 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Hickory Vines Winery and Venue — Check for menu prices — Naughty Lobstah returns for a day of delicious seafood delights.
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