Good morning, Mansfield.

Merris Welge was named Richland County’s Outstanding Senior Citizen for 2025 for his decades of volunteer work with SCORE, Richland Newhope Industries, and Habitat for Humanity.

He was honored on Aug 15 (at Hawkins Corner) with proclamations from local and state leaders.

The J. M. Smucker Co. is recalling select Hostess Chocolate Ding Dongs products due to possible mold on items with Best By dates from August 30 to September 3 — consumers should not eat these products and must return them for a refund or replacement.

SpartanNash, which supplies nearly 2,500 retail locations and operates stores in our area, issued the recall — it is not yet clear which specific stores are affected.

Kenneth Otten, a 31-year-old from California, pleaded guilty on Monday to 25 drug counts in Richland County Common Pleas Court after Mansfield post troopers stopped his rental on Interstate 71—he will be sentenced at 8:30 a.m. on Oct.

24.

The Renaissance Theatre will launch its 2025-26 Ghostlight Cabaret Series on Sept.

5 at 7:30 p.m. at its Ghostlight Lounge when local music legend Kelly Knowlton will perform a mix of showtunes, jazz and pop favorites—accompanied on piano by Renaissance Artistic Director Michael Thomas.

Ohio State Mansfield announced its upcoming theater season for 2025 to 2026 with a new play MLES2GO, Medea and musical 1776 scheduled on different dates at Founders Auditorium and The Mansfield Playhouse.

Public auditions for MLES2GO and Medea will be held on Sept. 2 and 3 and for 1776 on Jan. 13 and 14 while a free screening of The Farewell is set for Oct. 29.

Alomar Davenport resigned as local NAACP president and 4th Ward councilman as he leaves for Miami to work as an in-house corporate lobbyist — Dennis Baker will take over and continue efforts to boost local membership.

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.

Constantine Maroulis & FJ Tribute Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Renaissance Theatre — $25 for Meet & Greet — Experience powerhouse vocals and classic rock anthems in a high-energy celebration of rock history.