SHELBY — A newly-ratified agreement between ArcelorMittal and its Shelby steelworkers delivers the highest wage increases ever achieved over a four-year contract, according to United Steelworkers Local 3057 President Norm Shoemaker. But the union leader said the 69-day strike was about more than paychecks. “This work stoppage was not about wages, but about protecting the quality […]
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Richland County Building Dept. official retires after nearly 37 years of work
Kenneth Arthur on Thursday offered his own unique views after 36 years of work in the Richland County Building Department.
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Former Hocking County Chief Deputy convicted in corruption case
CHILLICOTHE — A former chief deputy with the Hocking County Sheriff’s Office has been convicted of corruption charges following a jury trial, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced Thursday. A Ross County jury on Wednesday found Caleb Moritz, of Logan, guilty of seven felony charges: Numerous complaints of corruption tied to Moritz’s employment and interactions […]
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Proposed Lexington zoning changes spark debate over campers, boats & trailers
The Lexington Planning Commission is considering a change in the rules governing where and how long boats, trailers and other recreational vehicles can be parked on residential property.
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Breaking barriers: Richland Newhope unveils accessible changing trailer for the community
Richland Newhope, which unveiled its new accessible changing trailer Wednesday afternoon
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I-71 reopened in Richland County after four people hurt in 2-vehicle crash
JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP – Four people were hurt and all lanes on a section of Interstate 71 in Jefferson Township were briefly closed on Wednesday after a two-vehicle crash, according to the Mansfield Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Harold Merz was extricated and transported by MedFlight to the Ohio State University Hospital in Columbus. […]
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Voters Independent of Party to sponsor program on climate change
MANSFIELD — The Voters Independent of Party will host a program on climate change/global warming on Saturday, April 25 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. The program will take place at the main branch of the Mansfield/Richland County Public Library in the community room. This program will focus on the science of global warming, climate denial, why the […]
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Questions or comments on Main Street project? Attend open house Thursday
Got questions about the current status — and future — of the $20.3 million Main Street Corridor Improvement project?
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Section of McNaul Road closed in Weller Township
WELLER TOWNSHIP — McNaul Road, between Vantilburg Road and State Route 603 in Weller Township, will be closed on Wednesday, March 25 and Thursday, March 26 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., according to Richland County Engineer Adam Gove. School bus traffic will be maintained. The closure will allow for tree removal for an upcoming bridge replacement project.
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Madison Township approves $4.9M budget for 2026
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 […]