COLUMBUS—State Rep. Marilyn John (R-Richland County) was recently chosen by the Ohio House majority caucus to serve as the Majority Floor Leader for the 136th General Assembly. “It is a true honor to be chosen by my colleagues to serve in this position,” John said. “I would also like to congratulate my other colleagues that were […]
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Ribbon-cutting marks transformation of former jail space into Clerk of Courts office
MANSFIELD — The presence of Linda Frary and Gary Bishop were both in the room Thursday afternoon at the Richland County Administration Building. As a ribbon was cut to mark the opening of a new Clerk of Courts office and meeting space for the prosecutor’s county grand jury sessions, the former elected officials were on […]
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Ontario’s Romanchuk easily wins re-election to the Ohio Senate’s 22nd District
MANSFIELD — Republican Mark Romanchuk will likely retire from politics undefeated. The Ontario resident and Republican easily rolled to a second and final four-year term in the Ohio Senate’s 22nd District on Tuesday, brushing off a challenge from Democratic challenger Kathy Salem. Term limits prevent the 62-year-old Romanchuk from seeking a third term in the […]
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Marilyn John wins reelection to Ohio House of Representatives
SHELBY — Marilyn John has won reelection to her Ohio House seat representing Richland County, according to final, unofficial vote totals from the Richland County Board of Elections.
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A conversation with Richland County state representative candidates
RICHLAND COUNTY — Incumbent Marilyn John (R-Richland County) will face off against Emily E. Adams and Timothy Grady for the Ohio House District 76 seat, representing Richland County.
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Former police captain Shari Robertson sworn in as Mansfield’s new councilwoman
MANSFIELD — Shari Robertson, who was appointed to complete Stephanie Zader’s term, was sworn in as at-large councilwoman Tuesday.
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Richland Source hosting ‘Candidate Conversations’ on Oct. 23 in Mansfield
MANSFIELD — Americans will elect a new president in November. You probably read about that somewhere else. But, Richland County voters also have more local decisions to make this election in terms of leaders. Our election coverage is designed to help the county’s 80,670 registered voters make informed decisions. As part of its 2024 election […]
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Ohio Hay Directory created to help farmers impacted by drought
COLUMBUS — The Ohio Department of Agriculture is currently developing an Ohio Hay Directory. The goal is to help farmers impacted by drought conditions who are struggling to feed livestock, announced State Rep. Marilyn John (R-Richland County). The directory aims to connect impacted partners, stakeholders, farmers, and community members. Farmers who are interested in selling […]
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Meet Mary Jo Carle, Crawford County’s Outstanding Senior Citizen
BUCYRUS — Mary Jo Carle is helping others find redemption in the midst of pain. Carle serves as the program coordinator of Together We Hurt, Together We Heal. The Bucyrus-based organization that provides support to families impacted by illicit drug use. The Bucyrus resident recently received this year’s Crawford County Outstanding Senior Citizen Award. The […]
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Meet Dorothy Michalovich, Richland County’s Outstanding Senior Citizen
BUTLER — Dorothy Michalovich left the crowd laughing as she exited the stage. After accepting the Richland County Outstanding Senior Citizen Award, the 86-year-old rejected offers of assistance stepping off the platform. “I’m old, but not that old,” she said. The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging (AAA5) honored Michalovich and others during a […]
