ASHLAND — The Ashland County Health Department Department was alerted to the county’s first positive case of the coronavirus (COVID-19) Tuesday night, Ashland mayor Matt Miller announced at a noon press […]
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Richland County jail releasing some non-violent, low-level offenders due to COVID-19
MANSFIELD — The Richland County Jail has worked with local courts in releasing non-violent, low-level offenders in response to COVID-19. Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. Capt. Chris Blunk said the move […]
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As dining rooms close, restaurants find new ways to serve customers
MANSFIELD — After Governor Mike DeWine ordered all restaurants and bars to close their dining rooms, many local entrepreneurs worried about the impact it would have on their respective businesses. “It […]
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Richland County Juvenile Court/Detention Center adopts COVID-19 protocols
MANSFIELD — Officials with the Richland County Juvenile Court and detention center have adopted measures to protect staff and visitors during the COVID-19 outbreak. “This will be accomplished largely by […]
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Richland County Common Pleas Court judges issue COVID-19 rules for courthouse
MANSFIELD — Richland County’s five Common Pleas court judges on Tuesday afternoon issued an administrative order regarding public access to the county’s administration building/courthouse. The order was signed by judges […]
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Avita Health System implements precautions for COVID-19
ONTARIO –– As of 5 p.m. on March 17, there are no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Crawford and Richland counties. Yet to protect patients, employees, medical staff, volunteers, and […]
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ODJFS implements emergency child care measures during COVID-19 pandemic
COLUMBUS – Ohio Department of Job and Family Services Director Kim Hall announced emergency action Tuesday to provide child care to families where parents work in the health, safety, and […]
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DeWine asks for halt to elective medical procedures
COLUMBUS — Gov. Mike DeWine announced today the state will ask hospitals to stop elective surgeries and procedures, seeking to ensure Ohio has sufficient resources to handle a surge in […]
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Mansfield City Council meeting Wednesday closed to public due to COVID-19 concerns
MANSFIELD — Mansfield City Council’s meeting Wednesday night will not be open to the public, based upon concerns over the COVID-19 outbreak. Council President Cliff Mears on Tuesday announced the […]
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Operation: 1,000 Lunches will help feed students in need during COVID-19 crisis
MANSFIELD — With students home from school amidst the outbreak of COVID-19 in Ohio, a group of community members hope to answer the question of where those students will get their […]