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Mansfield
Wednesday, May 13th, 2026
Good morning, Mansfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Richland County Foundation granted over $8.2M in 2025 with donations focused on education and youth. At the annual meeting, President Allie Watson announced that the Downtown Forward Project—a $25M plan using 14 downtown Mansfield buildings from the Fernyak family—may begin in late summer pending June tax credit approvals. WMAN
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Families in Mansfield can join Sesame Street Live: Elmo’s Got the Moves on Nov. 3; children will sing, dance and enjoy a photo opportunity (featuring Elmo, Abby Cadabby and Cookie Monster) during the interactive show. Mansfield News Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On May 12, Texas Attorney General sued Netflix for allegedly spying on children, prompting Ohio experts to note that local consumers fall under the Consumer Sales Practices Act (covering individual claims) rather than the Deceptive Trade Practices Act reserved for business disputes. Mansfield News Journal
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Carrie Ann, a friendly six-year-old pit bull, has been at the Richland County Dog Shelter on Home Road since October and is available for adoption at a $199 fee (covering neuter, rabies vaccine, license and microchip). The kennel welcomes visitors Tuesdays through Fridays and Saturdays. Mansfield News Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Richland County high school sports postseason began Tuesday, May 12 with softball sectional finals and continues today with additional softball contests plus upcoming baseball, tennis and track events. The schedule lists times and local venues (various) for both sectional and district rounds through early June. Mansfield News Journal
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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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