MANSFIELD — Mayor Jodie Perry said Tuesday night a planned $16.5 million Main Street Corridor Improvement Project is just the start for Mansfield. “I think this project has opened certainly my eyes, but a lot of other people’s eyes, too, about what Mansfield can do when we get outside of the box where we think […]
Ohio Department of Transportation
ODOT spending $10 million to clean up roadsides
COLUMBUS – It’s spring, it’s Earth Day, and it’s all happy – until you see litter, and you’re reminded of the human problem that haunts us all. “Our highway crews are out on litter patrol all year, even through the winter when conditions allow,” said Ohio Department of Transportation Director Jack Marchbanks. “But come spring, litter […]
ODOT unveils $1.7 billion investment into 248 Ohio projects in 17 counties
CLEVELAND – ODOT officials in northeast Ohio announced today a $1.7 billion investment into 248 projects in 17 counties during the 2024 construction season. Of the 248 projects that will be active this year, 193 projects are new for 2024, 32 are safety projects aimed directly at reducing serious or deadly crashes, 86 are roadway improvement […]
Work zone safety: ‘Our members want to go home safely at the end of each night’
MANSFIELD — Jeff Sellers told Richland County commissioners on Thursday morning that road construction workers want to go home safely at the end of their shifts. That’s why the business manager for Laborers’ Local #1216, joined by other union officials, sought and obtained a proclamation from commissioners in support of National Work Zone Awareness Week […]
ODOT to limit road work in Richland County during eclipse
MANSFIELD — On Monday, April 8, the total solar eclipse will occur. ODOT has worked with its contractors to reduce the size of work zones and open as many lanes as possible. Do not stop on the highway to watch the eclipse. Plan ahead for longer travel times in areas within and near the path […]
DeWine activates Ohio Emergency Operations Center in advance of eclipse
COLUMBUS — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced today that he is activating the Ohio Emergency Operations Center (EOC) to support local communities before, during, and after Monday’s solar eclipse, which could draw hundreds of thousands of visitors to Ohio. “There is no better place to experience the eclipse than in Ohio, the Birthplace of Aviation […]
Where should I go for the 2024 solar eclipse? Your comprehensive guide
RICHLAND COUNTY — Here’s your what/where/when guide for the April 8 total solar eclipse passing over north central Ohio.
State of the Village: Plymouth improving, updating infrastructure says mayor
Plymouth Mayor Cassaundra Fryman, who’s hoping to build on momentum generated last year, remains focused on shaping the village’s future.
Open Source: Update on Plymouth Township bridge replacement projects
Richland County Engineer Adam Gove said bridges on London West Road and Champion Road are in poor condition and set for replacement.
Could roundabout solve crash issues at Middle Bellville/Orchard Park intersection?
WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP — Could another traffic roundabout be in Richland County’s future? It’s too early to tell, but county Engineer Adam Gove wants to consider all options at the intersection of Middle Bellville and Orchard Park roads in Washington Township. County commissioners on Thursday approved Gove’s request for a safety study at the troublesome intersection, […]