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Tuesday, September 30th, 2025
Good morning, Mansfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 30th of September.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Central Ohio has many haunted houses and trails for Halloween, including Blood Prison at the Ohio State Reformatory in Mansfield, which is open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from Sept. 26 to Nov. 2—featuring spooky actors and eerie lights. Other venues in Marysville, Wilmington, and Nashport offer fun scares for families and thrill-seekers. NBC4i
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Sept. 25, radar data recorded over 1.2 billion birds flying at about 2,000 feet in Ohio—a record surge marking the peak of fall migration. Experts say the high number shows that birds used cooler night air and natural cues to find food and safe roosting sites—highlighting a strong seasonal movement. Mansfield News Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Ohio's budget approved in June includes a new law that takes effect today—requiring websites like Bluesky to use commercial services for age verification with photo IDs, facial scans, or records to keep minors from viewing explicit content. Failure to comply could lead to civil lawsuits from the Ohio attorney general. Mansfield News Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Shelby senior defensive end Carter Kessler announced his commitment on Monday to West Virginia University, choosing the Mountaineers over Memphis and Miami; he said strong fan support and connected coaches made him feel blessed (and he looks forward to playing as a freshman while aiming for a state championship). Mansfield News Journal
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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.
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Dracula - Play
2:30-4:00 p.m. — Renaissance Theatre — Tickets starting at $94 — Experience an unforgettable adaptation of Bram Stoker's classic tale.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Autumn Fiber Festival
10 AM – 5 PM — Richland County Fairgrounds — Cost varies — Explore local artisan crafts and discover unique fiber creations.
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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.
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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.
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