ONTARIO — The Republican primary in Ontario will see Josh Bradley, Kris Knapp and Troy Sapp competing for mayor. The winner will face Democrat Cody Zeigler in the general election.
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Ontario opens ‘Hometown Hero’ veteran banner submissions
ONTARIO — The City of Ontario is planning its second annual “Veterans Way” display with submissions now open for Ontario or Springfield Township residents. The deadline is Feb. 28.
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Knapp delivers first ‘State of City’ address, council discusses CIC
ONTARIO — Ontario Mayor Kris Knapp delivered his first “State of the City” address about a week shy of his six-month mark at the post. Knapp was appointed to fulfill former mayor Randy Hutchinson’s term on July 31, 2024. On Wednesday, he highlighted the city’s accomplishments in the past calendar year and shared his goals […]
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Ontario approves $21M budget appropriations for 2025
ONTARIO — Mayor Kris Knapp presented the 2025 temporary budget, reflecting investments in infrastructure projects, equipment and capital improvements.
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Ontario greenlights ‘Safe-Routes-to-School’ grant application
ONTARIO — Ontario City Council members voted to approve the application for Ohio Department of Transportation Safe Routes to School funds. The study will help determine the effectiveness and viability for state funds for improved sidewalks within two miles of the schools.
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News Man Weekly: ‘Giving Tuesday,’ Main Street update and Hillsdale in state title game
MANSFIELD — The 24th episode of the News Man Weekly podcast has dropped. In this week’s edition, Richland Source City Editor Carl Hunnell is joined by special guests from Skate Ohio and Mid-Ohio Youth Mentoring in honor of Giving Tuesday, a global day dedicated to generosity and giving back. Here in Richland County, we’ve got […]
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Reveille recommends sidewalks, downtown space in Ontario comprehensive plan
ONTARIO — Glenn Grisdale recommended Ontario City Council begin with “small things in a great way” for the city’s 20-year comprehensive plan. Reveille suggested the city focus on zoning code updates, connectivity, economic development and infrastructure.
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Ontario Council votes unanimously to prohibit cannabis dispensaries
Ontario City Council members voted 6-0 to prohibit commercial cannabis sales and cultivation within city limits.
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City of Ontario orders digital speed signs for select high traffic areas
ONTARIO — Police Chief Tommy Hill suggested West 4th Street, Mabee Road and Shelby-Ontario Road as speed sign locations.
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Former Warriors’ basketball star becomes Ontario’s zoning inspector
ONTARIO — Benji Hall’s responsibilities as the new zoning inspector include enforcing the city’s zoning codes and reporting to planning commission.