Friday, November 13, 2026 | Five minutes and you’re informed!
🌧️ Keep the Winter Coat Handy
Today’s projected high is 40°F. Expect mostly cloudy skies with rain likely, mainly between 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM. Rain and snow are likely tonight, with less than half an inch of snow accumulation possible.
Next five days:
- Saturday, November 14: A slight chance of snow before 9:00 AM, then mostly sunny. High near 41°F.
- Sunday, November 15: Mostly cloudy. High near 43°F.
- Monday, November 16: Sunny. High near 47°F.
- Tuesday, November 17: Sunny. High near 49°F.
- Wednesday, November 18: Sunny. High near 53°F.
See the National Weather Service forecast.
🎺 A Little Cleveland in Downtown Bellville
Local fun fact: Bellville’s bandstand has a connection to Cleveland’s Millionaire’s Row. Architect David Lash drew inspiration from the garden gazebos of wealthy industrialists along Euclid Avenue. Local merchants contributed money and materials, and more than 2,000 people attended the bandstand’s dedication in September 1879. Explore the bandstand’s history.
🎭 Make It an Indoor Friday Night
A pig rescue provides the unlikely starting point for tonight’s opening of “The Controversial Rescue of Fatty the Pig” at the Mansfield Playhouse. In its November 12 preview, Richland Source reported that the five-member production mixes comedy with a more vulnerable look at human relationships. Drew Anderson directs and performs in the Second Stage show.
Tonight’s performance begins at 8:00 PM at 95 E. Third Street. Listed ticket prices range from $12 to $17, including fees. Find performance and ticket information.
For families, a previously announced event arrives tonight: Family Glow Night at Buckeye Imagination Museum runs from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Black lights, music, games, crafts and a movie are planned. Wear white or neon colors. Admission is $10 per person ages 2 and older, including members.
🏈 Watch Two Unbeaten Teams Face Off
Earlier preview, happening tonight: Shelby hosts Sandusky Perkins at 7:00 PM in a regional semifinal, with both teams entering at 11-0. The Whippets are the No. 2 seed in Region 14; Perkins is No. 3.
The Shelby News Reporter’s November 8 preview includes playoff and ticket information. Staying home? MFDLive lists coverage of the matchup.
🎄 Save a Seat for Senior Day
Thursday carryover: Richland County seniors can register for a free holiday gathering on December 11. SPARK Senior Day, co-hosted by Mansfield UMADAOP and We ACT, will include a meal, live music and bingo with prizes.
According to the Mansfield News Journal’s November 12 report, the event runs from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, with doors opening at 10:45 AM. Seating is limited and registration is required. Call 419-930-4263 to reserve a place.
🏛️ Follow the County’s Staffing Decisions
Wednesday carryover: The Richland County Coroner’s Office is seeking a part-time investigator through its 2027 budget request. Richland Source reported November 11 that office officials presented their proposal to county commissioners the previous day.
The report describes a budget request, not an approved hire.
🚧 Leave Room for a Detour
Thursday notice, continuing today: Water-main repairs have closed sections of Madison Road in Mansfield. The city says no traffic will be permitted through the work area and lists November 18 as the planned reopening date.
The notice does not identify cross streets, so watch for construction signs and allow time for an alternate route. Read the city’s closure notice.
