Mark Caudill

Eastern Elementary School in Lexington was the highest-rated elementary school in Richland County on the recent state report card

Adam Gongwer was named safety service director by the city of Ontario in late August. He had been on Lexington Village Council since 2014.

Mansfield City Council handled a light agenda at its Tuesday night meeting. Mayor Jodie Perry told members they will get a look at the 2025 budget.

The Mansfield Playhouse will present "Deathtrap" the next two weekends. It is a comic thriller that is filled with twists and turns.

Aaron Hoptry was elected to Lexington Village Council in November. He is also a lieutenant with the Troy Township Fire Department.

Both issues are 1-mill, five-year renewal levies. They would generate $127,000 a year and cost the owner of a $100,000 home about $35 a year.

Darrell Banks is seeking a third term as Richland County commissioner. Aaron Williams is the pastor at Maddox Memorial Church of God in Christ.

Denise Ruhl has been in the clerk's office since 2005 and worked there from 1993-96 as well. Chris Adams has an extensive background in prison system.

Abusing a stray dog or cat is now a felony offense, the Ohio Supreme Court ruled Wednesday in a unanimous decision.

Tim Bowersock has been the economic development director for the city of Mansfield for 25 years. He is a 1976 graduate of Crestview High School.