Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of August.
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💼 Business
Rivian filed a lawsuit against Ohio and the Registrar of Motor Vehicles saying the state law stops it from selling cars directly and forces buyers to purchase out of state and pay extra fees — a rule that benefits local dealers.
The suit says the ban is unfair and lowers competition and hurts Ohio buyers.
Spirit Halloween will open more than 50 stores in Ohio in August, taking over former Big Lots, JoAnn Fabrics and other bankrupt retailers' locations to offer seasonal merchandise.
The pop-up retailer will renew spaces in cities including Mansfield—where the former Big Lots at 929 N. Lexington Springmill Road will become a new Spirit Halloween store.
🏥 Health
An outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease in New York City has killed two people and made 58 sick from inhaling contaminated water droplets.
In Ohio, officials reported 311 cases and 285 hospitalizations since January—health experts are urging building managers to follow proper water system controls.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires lowered air quality in several states including Ohio—troubling sensitive groups—as AirNow reported unhealthy conditions on Tuesday, Aug.
5. People with asthma and other at-risk individuals are urged to monitor local air quality for potential health effects.
🎉 Mansfield Events
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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.
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