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 […]
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Yost lists central Ohio builders among businesses sued for damages
COLUMBUS — Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost accused three home-improvement contractors and a builder of outdoor structures of defrauding consumers of $564,000 combined, according to a press release issued Tuesday. “Homeowners trust contractors or businesses with their hard-earned money,” Yost said. “Breaking that trust harms customers and undermines honest professionals.” All four lawsuits allege violations […]
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News Man Weekly: Buc-ee’s, roundabouts, DORAs and Sherry Branham-Fonner
Sherry Branham-Fonner, retiring as the executive director of the Richland County Mental Health & Recovery Services Board, is the guest on this week’s show.
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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 […]