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Congressman Jim Renacci's staff set up shop at the Wayne County Public Library Jan. 23 to assist constituents with problems.
By agreeing to multiyear wage freezes, local labor unions are helping the city and county get through tough economic times.
Secretary of State announces 4,086 signatures submitted from petitioners.
One of Ohio's significant industries will be affected by the federal health care reform plan.
A 15-year-old Fredericksburg Amish girl died from a Thursday night shooting while driving her buggy home on a county road.
Lt. Gov. Mary Taylor will be at the Wooster YMCA, Monday, Dec. 12.
Rep. Jim Renacci gives a statement regarding Veterans Day.
Wayne County voters headed to the polls Nov. 8 to have their voices heard on the dozens of races and ballot initiatives up for their consideration in the fall general election.
Polls in Wayne County will remain open until 7:30 p.m. this evening for voters to cast their votes in the fall 2011 general election.
Local resident says Dave Todaro is the right person for the job.
Local resident urges voters to cast a yes vote for Dave Todaro for judge.
Candidates in the three contested races to be decided by the voters of Wooster faced off Oct. 27 during Candidates Night at the Wayne County Public Library.
Doylestown resident encourages voters to elect Dave Todaro.
The voters of Wayne County will be asked to decide the fate of no less than 129 different ballot initiatives and races on Election Day 2011.
Wooster resident says Dave Todaro best candidate for the position of judge.
With the Nov. 8 fall general election just around the corner, voters can find all the information they need to know on how and where to cast their ballots at the Wayne County Board of Elections.
Jon Ansel endorses Dave Todaro for judge in the Wayne County Municipal Court.
Prescription drug abuse may be everywhere, but the approval of a .25 mil replacement levy for the MEDWAY Drug Enforcement Agency will allow the fight against prescription drug abuse to go on.
Will undergo treatment at psychiatric hospital to restore competency.
As voters prepare to head to the polls to decide the fate of Issue 2, a pair of experts debated the merits of the ballot initiative that seeks to uphold Senate Bill 5.
Village officials urge voters to approve two levies to fund streets and streetlight maintenance in Holmesville.
The supporters of the Wayne County Democratic Party who gathered for the annual Jackson Day Dinner came away energized by the speeches of party leaders.
Financial matters dominated Congressman Jim Renacci's recent Conversation with Your Congressman event at The College of Wooster Sept. 28.
Rep. Jim Renacci releases a statement following his Conversation with Your Congressman on Wednesday, Sept. 28.
After 41 years of public service, John Wise, Wayne County Emergency Management Agency director, has earned a well deserved retirement.
Wooster Area Chamber of Commerce to host a debate on Issue 2.
Friend's testimony, May 16 interview with police part of testimony in murder trial's second day.
"Fingerprints in blood" led to arrest of accused.
TEA Party to sponsor a public meeting.
A statement from Rep. Jim Renacci on the 10th anniversary of September 11.
We Are Ohio, a citizen-driven bipartisan organization working to repeal Senate Bill 5, has a new office for their Wooster headquarters.
House Representatives work toward passing the Deficit Committee Transparency Act.
Claims 1823 tribal lands ruling grants use of property off U.S. 30.
A letter to the editor on the impact of federal spending cuts on current and retired federal employees.
Old friends Julie Hood and Ruby Miller have kept the peace in the hamlet of Welcome for nearly 40 years, and maintain the secret of their eadership is never to talk politics.
After 15 years as the Wayne County sheriff, Thomas G. Maurer has decided not to seek a fifth term, thus announcing his retirement.
After 15 years as Wayne County sheriff, Thomas Maurer has announced that he will not seek re-election in 2012.
A .25 mil replacement levy for the MEDWAY Drug Enforcement Agency is on its way to the fall ballot.
Wooster City Schools Resource Officer Ken Linz will be back on the job this fall thanks to a grant obtained by the Wooster City School District.
A trio of infrastructure projects and three local programs designed to assist low to moderate income residents of Wayne County will receive funding under the Community Development Block Grant program if Wayne County's grant application is accepted.
With the passage of the fiscal year 2012 tax budget, the process of completing the actual appropriations budget for next year is officially underway.
Before adjourning for their one month summer recess, the members of Wooster City Council made their decision on The College of Wooster's request to close the one block portion of Gasche Street between University Street and Wayne Avenue.
Wayne County Young Republicans travel to Washington, D.C. to visit the nation's Capitol and observe government in action.
Andrew Stout pleaded Wednesday in Holmes County Common Pleas Court.
With a larger than normal audience expected, Wooster City Council is moving its July 5 meeting to the Wooster Community Center.
Congressman Bob Gibbs and State Rep. Dave Hall spoke to local residents during a recent legislative breakfast.
Peter W. Schramm to be guest speaker at County Line Historical Society meeting.
Information is available to veterans at the Social Security office.
Over 300 people traveled to the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery and The Ohio Veterans' Memorial Park to dedicate a memorial stone and bench in honor of Tuscarawas County veterans. Video of the ceremonies is attached.
Judge says allegations Wooster woman gave away meds while in jail led to prison sentence.
Following the May victory at the polls, Dalton Local Schools prepare to move forward with the construction of a new school. Superintendent Scott Beatty took time to look at the future of his district.
Fourteen-year department veteran Dawn Zerrer was sworn in as Wayne County Treasurer in a ceremony on May 7.
A market study recently completed by students on the social entrepreneurship team from The College of Wooster shows that while shoppers want more products and services available in downtown Wooster, the city is on the right track.
As the clock ticks down to the deadline for the passage of a new biennial state budget, a legislator at the heart of the negotiations shared his insights into the process with members of the Wooster Area Chamber of Commerce.
While Ohio's economy may not be at the level it was a few years ago, one state senator believes there is reason to be optimistic about the future of the state.
Individuals between the ages of 17 and 23 can apply for military academic nomination until Oct. 31.
Congressman Jim Renacci voted for the Putting the Gulf Back to Work Act and the Reversing President Obama's Offshore Moratorium Act.
The city of Wooster has named Lt. Matt Fisher as its new chief of police.
Psychological evaluation ongoing for man accused of murdering parents.
Congressman Jim Renacci voted for House Bill 1230, the Restarting American Offshore Leasing Now Act.
After serving the county as treasurer since 1998, Beverly Shaw is retiring from public service.
Congressman Jim Renacci reacts to the death of Osama bin Laden.
For those individuals still waiting on their tax refund check, there are online ways to find answers.
As House Bill 21 is passed, Gov. Kasich commends the General Assembly for their efforts, which will ultimately bring Teach for America to Ohio.
Much needed dollars will be coming into the county to support affordable housing if the county is successful in its bid to obtain funding under the state Community Housing Improvement Program.
In an effort to cut costs and increase the level of service, Wayne County and the cities of Wooster and Ashland are taking the next step in determining the feasibility of a regional 911 dispatch center.
The city of Wooster has formally accepted a deal with Wayne County that will allow the county to close its Hillcrest sewer plant and connect Hillcrest area residents to the city's sewer system.
Though OARDC has come light years since the campus was heavily damaged in a powerful tornado last fall, challenges still lie ahead to get the campus back in shape.
Judge Carol White Millhoan petitions for re-election as Wayne County Municipal Court Judge.
Congressman Bob Gibbs recently felt the thrill of success, passing his first bill in Congress. HB 872 received support from both parties.
Wayne County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating the death of a 15-month-old Wooster girl.
Newly elected Congressman Jim Renacci shared his insights into the direction the country is moving during the Wooster, Orrville and Rittman Chambers of Commerce Legislative Luncheon March 22.
The bumpy ride down Portage Road is about to get a lot smoother, thanks to an upcoming paving project.
Congressman Jim Renacci will make several stops in Wayne County and surrounding areas.
If the town hall meeting at West Holmes High School on Monday, March 14 was any indication as to what the public belief is concerning Senate Bill 5, then the word of the day is confused.
As Senate Bill 5 bears down on the House of Representatives, House member Dave Hall wanted and got input from constituents as to what their thoughts and questions were concerning the highly volatile bill, which came in the form of a town hall meeting, March 14 at West Holmes High School.
Nearly two weeks after flooding began in earnest, the Wayne County commissioners received an assessment of the damage.
Wooster's investment in the work of the Wayne Economic Development Council is bringing a return few investments can match.
Rod Crider, Wayne Economic Development Council president, provided a glimpse into the current mood of the business community and the organization's economic development efforts during the March 7 meeting of Wooster City Council.
With final approval, Chippewa Township now has a comprehensive plan in place.
Property owner still sees lost potential after settling a nine-month dispute wth the Wayne County commissioners over an easement agreement.
Congressman Bob Gibbs offers local community office hours to constituents of the 18th District.
By taking advantage of a dip in municipal bond interest rates, the county will save $641,000 over the next 10 years by refinancing its debt.
Lynne Feller, communications supervisor for the Wayne County Justice Center, has seen many man-made and natural disasters since she began her career in 1975.
With one final vote by Wooster City Council, the Akron Road/Route 585 improvement project is officially underway.
With a half dozen major pieces of legislation affecting public education on its plate, the eyes of the educational community are on the Ohio General Assembly.
Congressman Bob Gibbs proud to vote to repeal the 1099 requirement.
A unique program initiated in 2007 by the Wayne County Municipal Court is making a difference in reducing the recidivism rate amongst offenders suffering from mental illness.
Thanks to a grant from the Ohio Emergency Management Agency, Wayne Township will be installing four warning sirens just in time for tornado season.
A reinvigorated Wayne County Park District has big plans for the future.
Like their counterparts in industry, members of the agriculture sector with property located in agriculture security areas can request real property tax exemptions on investments made in their properties.
During a recent State of the City address to the Wooster Kiwanis Club, Wooster Mayor Bob Breneman noted that 2011 is going to be a challenging year for the city.
With the receipt of a check for nearly $2 million from the Ohio Department of Development, the first phase of the development of the BioHio Research Park is officially complete.
Bond has been granted to a Wooster man who pled guilty to several drug related charges, and faces a minimum prison sentence of three years.
With the dissolution of the organization that ran the Change Through Chance therapeutic riding program, the Wayne County commissioners are looking for a tenant for the stable, riding arena and pasture facility behind the Wayne County Care Center.
High school students residing in Ohio's 16th District are invited to enter the 2011 Congressional Art Competition.
The debate over health care came to Wooster when newly elected Congressman Jim Renacci held the second in a series of town hall meetings Jan. 31 at the Wooster High School Performing Arts Center.
During the last 25 years, the incidence of extreme weather has increased nearly 260 percent, while average crop failure rates in the 2000s have jumped 69 percent from what they were in the 1970s. All of this has given rise to a new phenomenon: weather insurance.
Attorney Paul Scarsella, from the Ohio Attorney General's special prosecution unit, will lead the state's case against a Sterling man, Timothy Gresser, 22, charged with killing his 18-month-old daugther.
All precincts in Holmes County will be open for the May 3 special election, with at least two issues to be placed before voters in each.
Congressman Jim Renacci recently promised voters attending a town hall meeting in Wooster that he would not tell them one thing and then go to Washington and vote a different way.
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