SHELBY — Shelby City Council amended legislation addressing water-rate structure, street paving, sidewalk repairs and housing assistance programs at Monday night’s meeting. Water rate ordinance final vote passes Council read for the third time and voted on an ordinance amending the city’s water-rate structure. The proposed changes adjust multiple components of the municipal water system, […]
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Ashland University Choir tour to make stop at Shelby church
Join the Ashland University Choir at First Lutheran Church, 33 Broadway St. in Shelby, for a performance on May 12 at 7 p.m.
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Milk & Honey Coffee Co. opens permanent downtown Shelby location
SHELBY — What began as a mobile coffee trailer with a mission to create second chances now has a permanent home in downtown Shelby at 24 W. Main St. Milk & Honey Coffee Co. celebrated its grand opening Friday morning, drawing city leaders, business supporters and residents eager to welcome a new downtown business with […]
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Jeff Parton hired by Chamber to lead economic, community development in Shelby
The Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development has hired Jeff Parton as economic and community development director for the city of Shelby, effective June 1.
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‘No ordinary tree’: Shelby plants Heritage Oak for America’s 250th
SHELBY — A shovel hit the soil Friday morning at Seltzer Park as Shelby planted more than a tree — it planted a piece of American history. City leaders, community groups and residents gathered to celebrate Arbor Day and mark a milestone tied to the nation’s 250th anniversary. Mayor Steve Schag called the heritage tree […]
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Shelby Council weighs water rates, road salt, & housing programs
SHELBY — Water rates, road salt, housing programs and a ceremonial oak tree all crossed Shelby City Council’s agenda Monday night. Council had its second reading on an ordinance updating the rules and pricing for the city’s water service. Director of Finance Brian Crum previously stated the ordinance will go through the normal three readings […]
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Shelby Arbor Day celebration to include Richland County ‘Heritage Tree’ planting
A white oak tree will be planted on Arbor Day in Shelby as part of the America-250 Ohio year-long celebration.
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2026 Hall of Excellence honors award recipients at ceremony
SHELBY — The North Central Ohio Hall of Excellence filled the James W. Kehoe Center on Thursday night as dozens gathered to celebrate the people shaping the region’s future. The annual induction ceremony raised funds for the North Central State College Foundation while spotlighting leadership, service and innovation across North Central Ohio. Jennifer Alt, NCSC […]
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Pioneer Career & Technology Center cuts ribbon on Advanced Mfg. Center
SHELBY — Students like Miley Litteral are already preparing to fill Ohio’s growing demand for skilled workers. A senior in Pioneer Career and Technology Center’s industrial maintenance program, Litteral is gaining hands-on experience reflecting the needs of today’s workforce. “My father’s a carpenter, so I grew up around someone already in the trade,” she said. […]
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Shelby’s Bruskotter transferring to Cleveland State
SHELBY — Alex Bruskotter is on the move. The rangy 6-foot-8 shooting guard has transferred to Cleveland State, according to social media reports. The 2024 Shelby graduate spent his first two collegiate seasons at Wright State. He redshirted during the 2024-25 campaign and appeared in 15 games as the Raiders reached the NCAA Tournament in […]