Wednesday, November 26th, 2025
Good morning, Mansfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The News Journal and its partners launched the 79th Brighten A Christmas program—originally started on Dec. 7th, 1947—to accept donations like gift cards and cash until Dec. 12th and help local families facing health and financial challenges, with Richland County Job & Family Services, Mechanics Bank and New Store working together. Mansfield News Journal
- ➤ United Way of Richland County approved $20,000—set as $2,000 each for 10 food pantries in Mansfield and Richland County during the week of Nov. 17—to help local residents get food amid rising need from a federal shutdown. Executive Director Dan Varn said local dollars can make a difference and thanked donors for their support. Mansfield News Journal
- ➤ Firelands Electric Cooperative has teamed up with WLKR-FM and K96-FM to collect care package items for USO Ohio’s Step Up for Soldiers drive. The drive will run now through Dec. 19 at the co-op office on 103 Industrial Drive in New London—donating travel-size hygiene products and single-serve snacks. Mansfield News Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Mansfield Symphony Orchestra and Chorus will perform their annual Holiday Pops concert on December 20 at 7:30 p.m. at the Renaissance Theatre — featuring traditional carols and modern holiday tunes for local audiences. Mansfield News Journal
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ In Richland County, the median home listing price was $233,075 in October, up 2.9% from September and 4.4% higher than last October — homes stayed on the market for a median 34 days compared to a national average of 63 days. Mansfield News Journal
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Mansfield and Lexington Turkey Trot
2-6 p.m. — Historic B&O Railway Trail — Registration fee applies — Kick off Thanksgiving Day with races for all ages, including a Kids Fun Run, Half Marathon, 10k, and 5k.
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She Loves Me
7:30-9 p.m. — Renaissance Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a delightful evening of musical romance at the renowned Renaissance Theatre.
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Richland County Free Produce Distribution
10 AM - 1 PM — Mansfield Senior High School — Free entry — Receive fresh produce for the community in a caring environment.
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The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
7-8:30 p.m. — The Mansfield Playhouse — Ticketed event — Experience the joy and hilarity of a classic Christmas tale at this family-friendly theater production.
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Artistic Jazz Orchestra: We Wish You A Jazzy Christmas
7:30-9 p.m. — Renaissance Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a vibrant evening of jazz music performed by talented musicians in a historic venue.
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Holiday Pops Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Renaissance Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical evening of classic holiday music performed by a full orchestra and guest choirs.
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