Shawshank Hustle 7k

The Shawshank Hustle returns to Shawshank State Prison in Mansfield, OH for the 7th running of this epic race! This event has become wildly popular for it’s fun and unique giveaways and the medal, it’s no pressure and fun atmosphere on the course which makes it great for first time racers and experienced runners alike…

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Corporate Pinewood Derby to Support Scouting

2nd Annual Corporate Pinewood Derby at Mansfield Art Center Outdoor Pavilion, sponsored by Regional Manufacturing Coalition. Proceeds to benefit the Boy Scouts of America, Johnny Appleseed Trail District of the Buckeye Council. Entry fee: $500 per car. Car kits may be picked up at the Mansfield Scout office, 40 W. 4th St., #117, upon registration…

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More Events Close Out an Impressive August in Richland County

The long-awaited 25th Anniversary of “The Shawshank Redemption” may be over, but this month still has so much fun left to offer. Three exciting events, the Heart of the City Cruise In (Aug. 24) at Central Park, Dirt Million (Aug. 22-24) at Mansfield Motor Speedway, and the Mansfield Barber Expo (Aug. 25) at the Ohio State Reformatory, will close out an impressive August in Richland County....

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Americas Rallycross makes its Midwest Debut

A brand new event will feature racing on the asphalt and dirt of a purpose-built track this weekend at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course. Americas Rallycross (ARX) makes its Midwest debut during the Cooper Tires ARX of Mid-Ohio, June 8-9, in Lexington, Ohio. Featuring 600 bhp cars launching from 0-60 mph in less than 1.9 seconds, fans in the Midwest will now experience the most emphatic form of motorsports in North America up close and personal....

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June Happenings and Events

As June arrives, we welcome sunshine, warm weather, and summer vacation! Whether you’re visiting Mansfield or opting for a relaxing staycation, there are plenty of events to fill your schedules, like a paranormal women’s retreat, a Bluegrass Americana Music Festival, motorsports events, and the annual Miss Ohio Pageant....

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May Happenings and Events

May is here and it brought a flurry of activity with it! The first weekend of the month was packed with events, but here’s what’s going on throughout the rest of May. Festivals, special exhibits, and a racing world championship are on deck, but what are you going to put on your calendar?...

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Mansfield Area Welcomes May with a Packed Calendar!

There’s something about May. It’s the month of springtime, flowers, rainstorms, and best of all, warm temperatures without the summer mugginess! This month’s calendar will be packed for sure, but the area is opening the month with a bang. Here are the major events happening the first weekend in May. There’s something for everyone, but how will you choose? We sure don’t know how!...

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Your 2019 Guide to Race Season in Richland County

Whether you have the need for speed or a passion for vintage motorcycles, Mansfield is a motorsports haven with an event just for you. With a 2.25-mile, 13-turn road course at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course and an old-school 4/10 premier dirt track at Mansfield Motor Speedway, this area offers two track experiences in one destination....

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IMSA Race Returns To Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course

In a news conference this morning at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) President Scott Atherton and Mid-Ohio President Craig Rust jointly announced the return of IMSA racing to the historic, 2.258-mile road course on the weekend of May 4-6, 2018....

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