Mansfield resident Samantha Peko spoke to the Shelby City Council on Monday evening about the House Bill 203 regarding the “Stand Your Ground” law. And Mayor Marilyn John gave her report on the state on the city. Peko addressed the current bill that is known as “Stand Your Ground” law. She asked that the city […]
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Richland County courthouse offers new ATM
Patrons at the Richland County courthouse building who need cash can now access an ATM available in the front lobby. “It’s a community service to the general public,” said Richland County Commissioner Gary Utt. The Advantage Credit Union approached Utt about the idea of possibly putting an ATM at the county building for the employees […]
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Sen. Brown applauds CVS’s decision to stop selling tobacco products
U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown applauded an announcement by CVS that it would stop selling tobacco products at its 7,600 stores and pharmacies by October 2014 and begin a national campaign to help millions of Americans quit smoking. CVS/Caremark’s decision comes on the heels of a resolution Brown introduced recognizing the 50th anniversary of the first […]
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Richland County combats illicit and harmful drug use, works to eradicate addictions
This past week the United States recognizes this week as National Drug Facts Week. Richland County has a variety of private or public programs devoted to drug prevention and treatment to youth. The Richland County Substance Abuse Treatment Court (SATC) – also known as the “drug court” is part of this initiative. According to a […]
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Schools make changes to evening event scheduling
Ashland, Knox and Richland counties are currently on a Level 2 Snow Emergency. Crawford and Morrow counties remain on a Level 1. School-related event changes for Tuesday, Feb. 5: Clear Fork: Tonight’s boys’ JV/Varisty basketball game at Ashland canceled and rescheduled for Feb. 22 Crestview Schools: All activites canceled Pioneer Career & Technology: No adult […]
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Winter storm leads to snow emergencies and school closings
Richland, Crawford, Knox counties: Level 2 Snow Emergency Ashland County: Level 1 Snow Emergency School Name Open Closed One Hour Delay Two Hour Delay Clear Fork Valley Local School District x Clear Fork Christian Preschool x Crestview Local School District x Discovery School x […]
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Junior Achievement requests volunteers
Junior Achievement is currently looking for individuals who can volunteer to share their workforce and life experiences with students. The volunteers will teach children the difference between a want and a need, how to balance a checkbook, how to be successful in a global economy, etc. Junior Achievement offers interactive programs for kindergarten through twelfth […]
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Richland County prepares for more winter weather
For the third time in 2014, Richland County is buckling down for yet another winter weather advisory. This time, along with colder temperatures and strong winds, the county is set to receive a significant amount of snow. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for Richland County, predicting a total of six […]
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Local residents provided opportunity to attend State of the State Address in Medina
State Senator Larry Obhof (R–Medina) announced an opportunity for local residents to obtain tickets for the governor’s 2014 State of the State Address, which will be held at the Medina Performing Arts Center on Feb. 24. “This is a great opportunity for local residents to participate in the democratic process,” Obhof said. “People attending the […]
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Gov. Kasich announces Robinson’s appointment to common pleas court
Gov. John R. Kasich recently announced the appointment of Brent N. Robinson of Lexington to serve as judge on the Richland County Common Pleas Court. Robinson will assume office on Monday, Feb. 10, and he will have to run for the office in November to retain the seat for the remainder of the unexpired term […]