Thursday, November 12, 2026 | Five minutes and you’re informed!
🌧️ Mansfield weather
Today’s projected high is 47°F with showers and northwest winds of 11 to 13 mph. The chance of rain is 100%. Rain and snow showers are expected tonight, with little or no snow accumulation.
Next five days:
- Friday, November 13: Mostly cloudy with a 30% chance of rain and snow showers, high near 40°F.
- Saturday, November 14: Partly sunny with a 20% chance of rain and snow showers, high near 41°F.
- Sunday, November 15: Mostly sunny, high near 44°F.
- Monday, November 16: Partly sunny, high near 46°F.
- Tuesday, November 17: Sunny, high near 48°F.
National Weather Service forecast for Mansfield
🎬 Local fun fact
One of Hollywood’s best-known couples married right here in Richland County. Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall exchanged vows at Louis Bromfield’s Malabar Farm on May 21, 1945. A photograph preserved by the Cleveland Memory Project shows the newlyweds holding their bride-and-groom cake topper. See the wedding photograph.
🎄 Jingle & Mingle moves to a larger venue
Wednesday report: Jingle & Mingle in the Prospect Park Neighborhood will move to The Grotto Hall for its third year, providing more space for families and holiday activities.
The free celebration is scheduled for Saturday, December 5, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at 747 S. Main Street in Mansfield. Read the Mansfield News Journal preview.
🎧 Mansfield dispatcher earns another top honor
Wednesday report: The Ohio State Highway Patrol’s Mansfield Post has named Joseph Pritchard its Dispatcher of the Year for a second time.
Pritchard, 22, was selected by sworn officers and fellow dispatchers for his technical knowledge, reliability, positive attitude and helpful responses to the public. Read the recognition announcement.
🛍️ Shelby’s Friendsgiving shopping night is tonight
Carryover reminder, happening Thursday: Downtown Shelby’s Shop Local Thursday runs from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM tonight, with participating businesses offering treats, giveaways and special discounts.
Shoppers can start at any participating business. Each $10 spent earns a raffle entry for a chance to win a gift certificate to a local business. See the Friendsgiving details.
🏈 Shelby and Ontario prepare for Friday football
Friday preview: Shelby hosts Perkins, while Ontario welcomes St. Marys Memorial on November 13. Both games are scheduled for 7:00 PM.
MFDLive lists coverage of both matchups for fans following from home. Those attending should prepare for chilly weather, with Friday night’s forecast calling for rain and snow showers likely. Find the local broadcast schedule.
✨ Buckeye Imagination Museum brings back Glow Night
Upcoming Friday: Family Glow Night returns to Buckeye Imagination Museum from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM November 13 at 175 W. Third Street.
Black lights throughout the building will accompany music, games, crafts and a movie. Tickets are $10 per person ages 2 and older, including museum members. Organizers suggest wearing white or neon colors; snacks and drinks will be available for purchase. See admission and event details.
