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Salute to Wayne County probation officers and their role in providing public safety
Probation officers work behind the scenes, and their contributions are frequently overshadowed by more visible figures in law enforcement and corrections. Yet, these dedicated people play a vital role in fostering public safety and transforming lives. They are the bridge between incarceration and successful reintegration into society. Their work encompasses responsibilities beyond the supervision...
Northeast Ohio road construction: Are there new detours drivers can expect?
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Traffic patterns continue to shift on many Northeast Ohio roadways as construction projects make progress. The updated list of lane restrictions and closures from the Ohio Department of Transportation can be seen below. Cuyahoga County. I-71 northbound to I-480 eastbound and westbound ramps will be closed...
Today in Ohio podcast is off again Thursday
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Editor Chris Quinn is still battling COVID, so we have no Today in Ohio podcast today. We hope to be back Friday with the biggest news of the week. Meanwhile, you can catch up on past episodes of our daily half-hour news podcast. We have an Apple...
5 things to do in NEO: BorderLight Festival, Akron Art Expo and more
BorderLight Theatre Festival takes over Playhouse Square in Cleveland this week, offering a diverse collection of indoor and outdoor theatrical performances. Attendees can explore national, international and fringe productions. Enjoy shows across many genres, including Alex Kern’s comedy “Thank you so Much for Coming,” the rock odyssey “Future Perfect” and Lucretia Stenson’s circus show “Fly Girl” about self-discovery. On Saturday, families can enjoy performances and activities designed for all ages. Festivities run through Saturday evening.
Yost sues Bremen contractor accused of taking $11K from consumers
LANCASTER — Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost is suing a local contractor accused of pocketing almost $11,000 in payments from three consumers but not completing the work. The lawsuit – filed in Fairfield County Common Pleas Court against Jeff Grimes, of Bremen, and his company, In and Out Creations – cites violations of the Ohio Consumer Sales Practices Act and the Home Solicitation Sales Act. ...
Falls OKs land swap for new campus
CUYAHOGA FALLS — Cuyahoga Falls City Council approved an ordinance authorizing the mayor to exchange land with the Cuyahoga Falls City School District (CFCSD) in connection with the new school campus at 13th Street and Portage Trail at the July 22 meeting. City Engineer Tony Demasi said the Traffic...
Death of Pickerington Central grad Rodney Culver Jr. takes air out of community | Oller
The crushing irony is that Rodney Culver Jr. was betrayed by his lungs. The same organs that inhaled hope and exhaled positivity quit on him. And at the end, when the final rush of air left his body, an entire community also struggled to catch its breath. Tragedy has that effect, sucking oxygen...
Two Lucas students honored as Firelands Electric A Team members
NEW LONDON — Firelands Electric Cooperative has announced the winners of The A Team drawing for the month of July. Sandy Stang just completed sixth grade at Western Reserve Middle School and is the daughter of Doug and Katie Stang. Riley Trumpower, daughter of Aaron and Jodi Trumpower, just...
Cremation wall for veterans planned at Mansfield Cemetery
A changing public attitude toward burial and cremation will mean a new look for the veterans Honor Grounds area of the Mansfield Cemetery. Richland County commissioners on Tuesday approved the transfer of $270,000 from the Veterans Service Commission’s sinking or reserve funds to its burial account to develop a columbarium or cremation wall...
Suspects in Rite Aid Pharmacy robbery in Ashland in custody after pursuit to Columbus
Several suspects in a robbery at 7:34 p.m. Wednesday at Rite Aid Pharmacy, 419 Claremont Ave., Ashland, were in custody after a pursuit that ended on Interstate 270 near Cemetery Road in Columbus. Ashland Police responded to a robbery at Rite Aid where witnesses said three males fled the scene on foot and...
Final Friday returns with familiar favorites, fresh face
MANSFIELD — Mansfield’s free, outdoor live music show returns to the Brickyard Friday night with an all-local lineup. The July Final Friday slate includes newcomer Teagan Allen and well-known outfits Sweet Umbra and the Red Ball Jets. “The Red Ball Jets crew does our sound all season, so...
AU graduate recognized for her career in business as a teacher and financial adviser
Dena Kotz-Fresch chose Ashland University for an MBA for two main reasons. First, her undergraduate degree in finance was from AU. Second, she wanted a more specific specialization other than a traditional MBA to distinguish herself from all the other MBAs in the workforce, which she received from AU with an MBA in global management.
Kirst invites public to ‘An Official Shake Up’ Friday
MANSFIELD — City officials will be shaking fair-style lemonade at Prospect Park Friday afternoon. David Kirst, owner and producer of Rominus James Productions, said he wanted to start this free event to help city residents meet trusted leaders. “We’ll have Judge Michael Kemerer, Mansfield Police Chief Jason Bammann, Sgt....
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