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Saturday, May 9th, 2026
Good morning, Mansfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sherrod Brown, the local Senate candidate and Mansfield native, will keynote the NAACP 3190 Life Membership Banquet on May 16 at the Mary McLeod Bethune Community Center. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. and tickets cost $50. Mansfield News Journal
- ➤ Older adults can look forward to Senior Spring Extravaganza on May 29 at the Mid-Ohio Education Center — the free event features live music, bingo, a classic car show, and lunch while supplies last. Classic car enthusiasts may register by calling 567-247-6458. Mansfield News Journal
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Lay's launches three limited edition World Cup chip flavors in Ohio early May at Walmart, Kroger and Target as well as online via TikTok Shop and snacks.com — the flavors are Argentinian-Style Steak with Chimichurri, Wavy French Onion Soup and Brazilian-Style Garlic Sauce to celebrate the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Mansfield News Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mansfield is observing National Police Week from May 10-16 to honor local officers, with Peace Officers Memorial Day on May 15 set to remember four who died in the line of duty. Mansfield News Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Area track athletes competed Friday night at three invitational meets in the region with teams winning titles at Galion Kiwanis, Hillsdale's Bob Valentine Invitational, and New London's Bob Knoll Invitational while many runners, hurdlers, and jumpers earned individual wins. Mansfield News Journal
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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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