Good morning, Mansfield.

Children rode bumper cars on Aug.

11 during Kids Day at the Richland County Fair (a popular local event) where families gathered for ride fun.

The Mansfield Men’s Garden Club is set to host its 71st annual Fall Harvest Show (America 250 theme) at Kingwood Center Gardens on Aug.

22-23. Contestants may submit entries on Aug. 22 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and judges will evaluate them from 12 to 2 p.m.

The Richland County Fair will host a llama and alpaca show, with Dr. Kari McManus (a veterinarian from Urbana) judging the animals.

The event promises a fun day for local families to embrace rural charm and learn about farm life.

Today, Richland County Foundation approved $367,505 in grants to fund innovative K-12 classroom programs and 15 career technical education scholarships, and allocated donor-advised funds to support local organizations (Mansfield Art Center, Police Department, and others) in meeting emerging needs.

A partial solar eclipse will occur today in Ohio from around 11:34 a.m. ET until 2:52 p.m. ET (northern areas may see a clearer view with proper gear).

Kiwi, a 4-month-old long-haired tabby, returned to the Humane Society after foster care and is now ready for adoption for $90.

The shelter is at 3025 Park Avenue West in Ontario and opens a few hours several days a week (call for hours).

On Aug. 15, the Shawshank Hustle race will trigger closures on several roads in Mansfield near the Ohio State Reformatory — including Olivesburg Road, East Longview, and a U.S. 30 exit ramp.

Motorists should choose alternate routes to avoid delays.