Good morning, Mansfield.

New Life Baptist Church will host the 30th anniversary celebration for Pastor Clarence Sanderfer and his wife Nora on Sunday, Sept.

28 at 4 p.m. at 538 Wayne St.—Rev. Dr. Quentin L. Respress of Kingdom Power Baptist Church will speak at the event.

The Mansfield Art Center is hosting the 2025 Crow Fest exhibit that celebrates the fascinating world of crows with art blending nature and community spirit.

Local visitors will find unique installations and a creative showcase that highlights the beauty of these birds.

The Richland County Seed and Crop Swap will take place on Oct.4 from 2-5 p.m. at Fleming Falls Preserve — 2276 Fleming Falls Road — where participants will gather at the power source of 15 waterfalls to learn why native plants are gaining recognition in local food production.

Rain or shine, the event will be held under a pavilion.

Madison Township residents will vote on a 4-mill fire levy on the November ballot to keep full-time staffing and maintain current service levels; Fire Chief Ken Justus warned that without the levy cuts in staffing and a drop in the department’s rating may occur — stressing the measure is essential for safety.

ODOT will host an open house on Sept.

29 from 4—5:30 p.m. at the Mid-Ohio Education Service Center at 890 W. 4th St. in Mansfield so residents can give feedback on Access Ohio 2050—Ohio’s long-range transportation plan.

In Richland County, only three township trustee races on Nov.

4 will be contested as voters in Franklin, Springfield and Weller townships choose two trustees from a field of four candidates each—early voting begins Oct. 7 and voter registration ends Oct. 6.

Jody Allton, the longtime director of behavioral health at OhioHealth, will retire on Oct.

3 after 41 years of service that reshaped patient care in Mansfield and Marion. Allton—who helped create a unique adolescent unit with Mansfield City Schools—will use her extra time to join community events and be with her family.

A new mental health rehabilitation center called Dani’s Place will open this fall in Toledo to offer supervised care for up to 16 residents transitioning from psychiatric hospital care – it honors Mansfield native Danielle Leedy, whose death in 2019 led her parents to found the nonprofit 33 Forever.

Mansfield Christian girls soccer team played a nonleague match with Madison and finished with a 2-2 draw on Sept.

23—Ryen Anderson scored back-to-back goals before Ellie Powell tied the game in the 58th minute. The contest gave coach Jesse Rider and his team a valuable test as they maintained their unbeaten record at 9-0-1 while Madison's record dropped to 5-6-1.

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.

Charles Mill Halloween Weekend

6-7 p.m., 7:30-8:30 p.m. — Charles Mill Lake Park — Various activities — Celebrate Halloween with crafts, costume contests, trick-or-treating, and more at the lakeside.

Dracula - Play

2:30-4:00 p.m. — Renaissance Theatre — Tickets starting at $94 — Experience an unforgettable adaptation of Bram Stoker's classic tale.

Pleasant Hill Halloween Weekend

Costume Festivities — Oct 10-11 — Pleasant Hill Lake Park — Free entry — Dress in your best costume and enjoy festive events at the lake!

Dogs, Donuts & Drinks .5K

.5K walk with your dog — 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM — The Phoenix Brewing Company — Entry fee benefits the Humane Society — Enjoy a leisurely stroll with pets, donuts, and drinks.

The sCarolina Film Series - Frankenstein (1931)

7-9:30 p.m. — Mansfield Richland County Public Library — Ticket prices vary — Experience the chilling classic *Frankenstein* on the big screen as part of a beloved film series.

Dracula - A Comedy of Terrors

7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Mansfield Playhouse — Tickets required — Explore the hilarious and terrifying journey of a real estate agent in Transylvania with a comedic twist on the classic tale.

Autumn Fiber Festival

10 AM – 5 PM — Richland County Fairgrounds — Cost varies — Explore local artisan crafts and discover unique fiber creations.

Studio Tenn Presents: Dracula

7-9 PM — The Mansfield Playhouse — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a comedic twist on the classic tale of Dracula in this entertaining live performance.

Mansfield YMCA Pump-Kin Run

8-10 a.m. — YMCA of North Central Ohio-Mansfield — Registration fee required — A fun-filled Pump-Kin Run with activities for athletes and families alike.