Friday, October 16, 2026 | Five minutes and you’re informed!
🌦️ Mansfield weather
Today’s projected high is 63°F, with temperatures falling toward 56°F by 2:00 PM. Showers are expected mainly before noon, with an 80% chance of rain. Wind gusts could reach 33 mph.
Next five days:
- Saturday, October 17: A slight chance of showers, then gradual clearing. High 51°F.
- Sunday, October 18: Widespread frost early, then sunny. High 60°F.
- Monday, October 19: Patchy morning frost, then sunny. High 66°F.
- Tuesday, October 20: Sunny, high 67°F.
- Wednesday, October 21: Sunny, high 68°F.
Saturday night’s low is forecast near 31°F, so plan ahead for frost-sensitive plants. National Weather Service forecast. forecast.weather.gov
🎬 Local fun fact
One Mansfield building played two roles in “The Shawshank Redemption.” The Bissman Building supplied the exterior of the Brewer Hotel and the front office of the fictional Portland Daily Bugle. Brooks’ hotel room, however, was filmed inside the Ohio State Reformatory. Explore the filming location.
🚰 City issues Lexington Avenue-area boil advisory
Thursday notice: Mansfield issued a precautionary boil advisory following a water-main repair. The affected addresses include portions of Lexington Avenue, Crescent Road, Davis Road and Ruth Avenue, along with the Townview circles, Scholl Road and Sterkel Boulevard.
The city’s notice directs affected customers to bring water intended for consumption to a rolling boil for three minutes until clearance is announced. Check the complete address list and subsequent city notices before using water normally.
🎃 Pumpkin Glow opens tonight
Kingwood Center Gardens’ Great Pumpkin Glow runs from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM Friday through Sunday, October 16–18.
The event features 1,000 community-carved jack-o’-lanterns, illuminated displays, a children’s carnival and food trucks. Timed-entry tickets are required for everyone, including members and young children. Parking is at Mansfield Senior High School, with a free shuttle available. Check tickets and event details.
🏓 Donations advance Shelby pickleball project
Tuesday carryover: Shelby’s proposed pickleball expansion at Seltzer Park received $75,000 from VFW Post 291 and VFW Ohio Charities.
That brings secured funding to $235,000 toward an estimated $300,000 to $350,000 project. Officials envision construction in spring or early summer 2027 if the remaining money is secured. Read the October 13 Shelby News Reporter story.
🧶 Autumn Fiber Festival returns to the fairgrounds
Weekend preview: The 13th annual Autumn Fiber Festival takes place at the Richland County Fairgrounds’ Arts and Crafts Building, 750 N. Home Road.
Hours are 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Saturday and 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM Sunday. Admission and parking are free. Visitors can browse yarn, handmade goods and supplies, meet fiber-producing animals and watch demonstrations of spinning, weaving and other crafts. See the festival information.
