Six participants were honored during a Mansfield Municipal Veterans Court graduation ceremony Wednesday at the Mansfield FOP Lodge 32.
Michael Kemerer
‘I want to do my family proud,’ says new Mansfield Judge Michael Kemerer
MANSFIELD — The best legal justice is blind and dispassionate, an edict that goes back to the days of early Greeks. But that doesn’t mean newly sworn-in Mansfield Municipal Court Judge Michael Kemerer couldn’t get emotional Wednesday afternoon after slipping into a black robe for the first time. Seeing an overflowing courtroom filled with family […]
Letter to the Editor: Romanchuk endorses Kemerer
Recently, I heard my name used in a radio ad for a judicial candidate. Ordinarily, this wouldn’t cause concern. I’ve endorsed Attorney Michael Kemerer for Mansfield Municipal Court Judge and have encouraged him to share that endorsement. I even recorded an ad for him myself, because I feel so strongly about his experience, character, and […]
Letter to the Editor: Vote for Kemerer
For 20 years, I served the citizens of Mansfield as a police officer. During that time, I had the honor to work with more law directors and prosecutors than I can remember. Many were good, but there was one that stands out in my mind. I was extremely grateful to have many of my cases successfully […]
Letter to the Editor: Vote for Michael Kemerer
My name is John Spon and for the past 12 years, you’ve known me as Mansfield’s Law Director. I want you to know another name: Michael Kemerer. For the entirety of my 12 years, Michael has served as my First Assistant, running my criminal division, in addition to serving as a designated civil case litigator. […]
Kemerer, Mayer seek seat on Mansfield Municipal Court bench
MANSFIELD — Either Michael Kemerer or Cassandra Mayer will be the first new Mansfield Municipal Court judge in more than a decade. Both of the seats on the local bench are open on the Nov. 7 ballot for candidates seeking new six-year terms. Judge Jerry Ault, first elected in 1999, is prohibited by the Ohio […]
Letter to the Editor: Kemerer for judge
Dear Editor: I have been practicing law for over 49 years in Richland County Ohio. The first 20 years of my practice were concentrated in the prosecution of felony crimes. I was the elected Richland County Prosecutor for eight years. I have known Mike Kemerer for over 15 years and I have worked with him […]
NECIC hosts “Meet the Candidates Night” Oct. 11
MANSFIELD – The North End Community Improvement Collaborative has announced a “Meet the Candidates Night,” an engaging event that provides an opportunity for the community to meet, interact with, and learn about the candidates running for various positions in the upcoming November election. This event aims to foster a stronger connection between the candidates and […]
Meet the Candidates nights set in Mansfield, Lexington
MANSFIELD — There will be a couple of Meet the Candidates nights coming up in Mansfield and Lexington, respectively. Four candidates are on the upcoming ballot for the City of Mansfield Municipal Court Judge. All four candidates will speak at a Meet the Candidates event on Tuesday, Oct. 17, at 6 p.m. at Mansfield/Richland County […]