Good morning, Mansfield.

Ohio's weekly unemployment claims dropped to 5,150 for the week ending July 26 from 5,227 the week before—data the U.S. Department of Labor showed—and national claims rose slightly to 218,000.

Nine new probationary officers will be sworn in on Monday, August 4 at 9:00 a.m. in Mansfield City Council Chambers and will begin their assignment in the Special Operations Bureau Professional Standards Section plus attend Basic Peace Officer Training at North Central State College Police Academy on August 25 followed by a fourteen‐week field training program.

The Wizard of Oz

2:30-4:00 p.m. — Renaissance Theatre — Tickets available — Follow the yellow brick road in this enchanting musical adventure.

CONNECTED Mid-Ohio Lunch

11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Connection Space — Free entry — Network with others in a fun and vibrant environment while enjoying lunch.

Yamaha Street Demos with MotoAmerica

9 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course — Free entry — Test ride various Yamaha motorcycle models during this exciting demo event.

Shawshank Hustle Race

8 AM - 2 PM — The Ohio State Reformatory — Registration fee required — Experience a fun and unique race at the iconic Shawshank State Prison with exciting giveaways.

Charles Mill Poker Paddle

1-4 p.m. — Charles Mill Lake Park — $30 to rent a kayak; $20 to bring your own — Paddle the lake to collect poker chips and compete for fantastic prizes including a kayak.