MANSFIELD — Eight employees were recently honored by Richland County Sheriff Steve Sheldon as the department’s “Employees of the Year” for 2024. The eight were honored for distinguished service in their respective divisions. Also, there were employees who were recognized and issued prestigious Buckeye State Sheriff Association awards who demonstrated exceptional service. Their awards meet […]
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2 Richland County stations split $57K award from Ohio State Fire Marshal in MARCS grants
MANSFIELD – Two Richland County Fire Departments were on the receiving end of a couple of grants issued by the Ohio State Fire Marshal this week. The Troy Township Fire Department received a $29,356.15 award, while Bellville’s Jefferson Township Fire Department earned a $27,955.89 award. The funds are part of the statewide 2025 MARCS (Multi-Agency Radio […]
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A cooler summer: Commissioners consider central AC at dog shelter
MANSFIELD — It may be a cooler summer next year for canines at the Richland County Dog Warden & Adoption Center. County Dog Warden Missy Houghton spoke to county commissioners on Thursday about the possibility of installing central air conditioning into the kennel area that houses canines at the 810 N. Home Road shelter. She […]
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Third generation: Blake Bammann picked Mansfield police ‘Officer of the Year’
MANSFIELD — Blake Bammann became the third generation of Mansfield police officers from his family when he joined the force in 2021. The 2018 Lexington High School graduate proved he must have paid attention growing up, earning the department’s “Officer of the Year” award for 2024. Bammann’s award came during a recent year-end ceremony honoring […]
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Richland County Juvenile Detention Facility earns 100% rating for 4th straight year
MANSFIELD — The Richland County Juvenile Court was recently notified that the Detention Facility earned a 100% rating for the fourth consecutive year. “The operation of a detention facility is very complex,” said Richland County Juvenile Court Judge Steve McKinley. “I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the entire staff who made this […]
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Mr. Football leads Ohio’s Division I all-state football team
COLUMBUS – Ohio’s Mr. Football, Cincinnati Moeller quarterback Matt Ponatoski, was voted the state’s Division I offensive player of the year, according to the Ohio High School Athletic Association. The Division I football All-Ohio team was announced Thursday by the Ohio Prep Sports Media Association. The All-Ohio teams are based on nominations from the seven districts […]
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Malabar teachers say kids shouldn’t be left to their own devices
MANSFIELD — At the beginning of each school day, students at Malabar Intermediate place their smartphones in a locked case in their homeroom. New state legislation led to several area schools cracking down on cell phone use this year. But Malabar, which serves students in third through sixth grade, was ahead of the curve. The […]
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Richland County commissioners approve $46 million balanced budget for 2025
MANSFIELD — The Richland County Board of Commissioners on Thursday unanimously approved a balanced general fund budget for 2025, a spending plan that reflects a 3.2 percent increase over the original 2024 budget. The budget of $46,092,642 matches projected revenues for next year, according to the three-member board. The commissioners have previously adopted a policy […]
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Ohio pig farmers applaud legislators for passing feral swine bill
NEW ALBANY — In another unanimous and bipartisan vote, the Ohio Senate passed H.B. 503, known as the Feral Swine bill, 31-0 this week. This marks another milestone toward protecting Ohio agriculture against the massive disease and economic threat posed by non-native feral swine entering the state. This comes after the Ohio House voted 89-0 […]
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Two from Richland County charged in connection with Columbus homicide
COLUMBUS — A man and woman from Richland County have been arrested in connection to a Wednesday morning stabbing death in Columbus, according to Franklin County Municipal Court records. Shavar A. Johnson, 23, of Mansfield, was charged with murder while Courtney M. Webb, 21, of Shelby, was charged with felony obstruction of justice, according to […]