MADISON TOWNSHIP — Madison Township trustees approved a $4,931,544.17 budget for 2026 during a special meeting Monday afternoon. Trustee Tom Craft was unable to attend the meeting, but the remaining trustees approved it by majority vote. The new budget increases spending by $288,687.43 from last year. Trustees first passed a temporary budget in December, as […]
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Ontario City Council approves 2026 budget for $21.2M
ONTARIO — Ontario City Council approved its 2026 permanent appropriations Monday evening during a special meeting. The budget totals $21,227,596, a decrease of $116,708 from the 2025 total of $21,344,304. Fourth Ward Councilman and finance chair Jason Bilyj said the city continues to prioritize responsible spending. “Ontario always operates within its means,” he added. “That’s […]
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Monopoly comes to life at Richland County Business Expo
MANSFIELD — Dice, pawns and prizes galore took over the Richland County Fairgrounds on Thursday. More than 100 businesses and non-profits brought Monopoly to life, showing off services, handing out freebies and sparking new partnerships along the way. The Richland Area Chamber and Economic Development celebrated its 19th Annual Business Expo, made possible by the […]
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Prom night, preschool style: Little Whippets take the dance floor
SHELBY — Tiny tuxedos, twirling dresses and glow sticks lit up the room as Shelby’s youngest students danced the night away at a prom made just for them. Shelby Little Whippets Preschool welcomed students and their families for a preschool prom Thursday evening packed with music, games and plenty of kid-approved fun. “It is always […]
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YMCA Sports Complex nears Phase One completion; fields set for 2027 debut
The YMCA of North Central Ohio has entered the final stretch of Phase One of its long-planned sports complex.
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Madison Township seeks bids for 2026 road paving project
MADISON TOWNSHIP — Madison Township will resurface more than a dozen streets in 2026 as officials move forward with a resurfacing program. Road Superintendent Larry Weirich secured approval from the Madison Township trustees to seek construction bids for the project. “I have a bid opening date of May 4 at 5 p.m., before our May […]
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Shelby City Council welcomes Daniel Reese: A familiar face for Ward 3
SHELBY — Shelby native Daniel Reese took the oath to represent the Ward Three City Council seat on Monday night. Reese stated he is ready to improve streets, listen to residents and serve the community he has called home his entire life. Reese, sworn in during the regular meeting, is stepping into public office for […]
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Buc-ee’s takes another step toward Richland County with annexation approval from Madison Twp. Trustees
MADISON TOWNSHIP — The beaver keeps inching closer to Richland County. Madison Township trustees approved the annexation of 110.757 acres Monday night during their regular meeting at 6 p.m., another step toward bringing a Buc-ee’s travel center to the Interstate 71 and Ohio 39 interchange. Trustee Dan Fletcher said the proposal uses a “Type 2” […]
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Hop into Easter in a sensory-friendly way with Zan’s Mission celebration
MANSFIELD — Families of children with disabilities will have the chance to celebrate Easter in a calm, inclusive environment on March 28. Zan’s Mission is hosting a sensory-friendly Easter event from 9 to 11 a.m. at First English Lutheran Church, 53 Park Avenue West. The church is fully handicapped accessible, making it easy for everyone […]
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Union workers march as ArcelorMittal strike hits day 59
SHELBY — Union workers didn’t let whipping winds stop them Friday morning as they marched through Shelby, chanting for solidarity and a fair contract outside the ArcelorMittal plant. The march began at the union hall and moved toward the picket line along West Main Street, where striking steelworkers and supporters rallied together. (Photos from the […]