Good morning, Mansfield.

Richland Academy of the Arts was honored with the 2025 Community Service Award from the Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging for its senior programs promoting movement+creativity.

Commissioner Cliff Mears+Sen. Mark Romanchuk presented the award on Aug. 15, recognizing nearly 24 years of community service.

Central Ohio gas prices jumped last week as an Indiana refinery went offline after storms — the average rose 28 cents to $3.42 per gallon, 23 cents higher than four weeks ago.

Experts say prices will soon stabilize after the outage was fixed.

The Richland Soil and Water Conservation District will hold its annual celebration on Sept.

11 at 11:30 a.m. at Hawkins Corner where the event — featuring lunch and awards — will let eligible voters cast a ballot for an open board supervisor position between 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., and the cost is $25 per person with reservations required by Sept. 4.

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine asked the Ohio Board of Pharmacy on Aug.

25 to ban kratom from stores—citing over 200 overdose deaths between 2019 and 2024 as proof it is a public health risk. He said both natural and synthetic forms of the herbal extract should be classified as illegal drugs.

Voting for Mansfield News Journal Athlete of the Week is open and will end at 9 p.m. Friday — residents may vote as many times as they like.

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.

Mansfield Youth Theatre: Matilda Jr.

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Renaissance Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting story of Matilda, an extraordinary girl who challenges the odds through her musical journey.

Hale's Harley-Davidson Swap Meet & Open House

10 AM – 5 PM — Hale's Harley-Davidson — Free entry — A lively day of garage sale-style trading for riders, complete with live music and food options.

Mansfield Symphony: Classical Mansfield Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Renaissance Theatre — Free entry — Experience an extraordinary evening of classical music from a talented orchestra featuring acclaimed soloists.

Kidpreneur Marketplace with Bluey

4-5 p.m. — Butler Branch Library — Donation to The Kidpreneur Club — Enjoy shopping and games while supporting young entrepreneurs and meet Bluey.