COLUMBUS – The House Ways and Means Committee has passed State Representatives Nick Santucci (R-Howland Twp.) and Melanie Miller (R-City of Ashland) Baby Products Tax Exemption Bill.
The bill will create a sales and use tax exemption for certain baby products, including children’s diapers, car seats, cribs, strollers, baby carriers and baby monitors. The exemption will ease the financial burden on Ohio families raising children.
“Rising costs have been hammering working families for the last few years,” said Santucci. “This legislation will help ease the financial burden of baby care on new parents and help families thrive in our state. I’m pleased this legislation passed through committee and look forward to the next steps.”
Additionally, the elimination of sales tax on these products will help ensure that Ohio families have access to the essential items necessary for the health and well-being of their children.
“This is a positive step towards supporting Ohio families and improving the lives of young children with this financial relief,” said Miller. “The bill helps address financial challenges Ohioans face by investing in our families.”
The legislation will now head to the House floor for a complete vote.
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State Representative Nick Santucci is serving his first term in the Ohio House of Representatives. He represents the 64th Ohio House District, which encompasses the southeastern portion of Trumbull County.
State Representative Melanie Miller is currently serving her first term in the Ohio House of Representatives. She represents the 67th House District, which includes all of Ashland County and the western portion of Medina County.
Ashland County Commissioners Office Requesting Ashland County Residents to Please Report any Structural Damage and Flood Damage to your homes by calling 211 or 844-984-1151.
The information you report will be shared with our Emergency Management Agency Director.
Troopers from the Marion Post and the Bucyrus District Office of Investigative Services are seeking the public’s assistance in locating the vehicle and driver from the hit-skip crash that occurred on state Route 95 in Marion County on May 13.
As a result of the crash, John Arthur II succumbed to his injuries on May19.
The BMW, possibly a 2006-2013 X5 did not stop after the crash. The hit-skip driver is a white male, believed to be in his late 30’s or early 40’s with a reddish beard.
Anyone with information regarding this crash, the location of the hit-skip vehicle, or the identity of the driver is asked to call the Marion Post at (740) 383-2181.
On May 30, 2023, Mayor Matt Miller administered the oath of office to new Police Officer Joseph Artrip.
Artrip, 27, of Ashland, previously worked as a Sergeant for the Shelby Police Department and a Corrections Officer for the Ashland County Sheriff’s Office.
Having prior law enforcement experience, Artrip will shadow trainers for three to four months to learn organizational procedures while becoming more familiar with operations.
Artrip is excited about the opportunity to work in public safety for the City of Ashland, stating, “I like the sense of community and the culture at APD. I have always wanted to work here.”
Mayor Miller reminded those in attendance about the essential qualities needed to succeed as a police officer. With integrity, dedication, and sacrifice at the forefront, he encouraged the officers to remain humble and diligent while serving the citizens of Ashland.
This appointment brings the Ashland Police Division to 32 full-time police officers.
The Ashland Railway crossing on County Road 1356 in Milton Township will be closed for five days starting Monday, June 5th through Friday, June 9th for railway crossing rehab.
It is anticipated that the road will reopen at the end of the day Friday, June 9th.
Ashland County Park District (ACPD) announced today that 100% of the funds needed to help build the Davy McClure Outdoor Education Center in TK Park have been raised.
Ashland County Park District director Eric Schneider & Ashland County Park District Commissioner Bob DeSanto were excited to show this goal has been reached.
In 2022, local philanthropists Bob and Jan Archer committed $250,000 to help fund the project and challenged the community to raise the additional $250,000 to help make it a reality.
Construction cost have raised significantly since the fundraising began, so funds are still needed.
Tax-deductible gifts to the Davy McClure Outdoor Education Center will help ACPD continue Davy McClure’s vision of having an education center/pavilion for the residents of Ashland County. Highlights of Davy McClure Outdoor Education Center include:
· Three season shelter/pavilion
· Bio-diverse educational habitats
· Flushable restrooms
· School bus accessible parking lot
100% of your donation to the Davy McClure Outdoor Education Center will go to supporting this project.
Community members interested in donating can call the park office at (419) 289-3524 or bring donations into the park offices at 1301 Park Street in Ashland. Please make checks payable to “Friends of the ACPD.”
Larry Reynolds Age: 60
Black / Male / 5’2’’ / 145 / Black Hair / Brown Eyes
Wanted by the U.S Marshals Service and Richland County Sheriff’s Office for a probation violation on the original charge of aggravated burglary F1.
Ties to the Mansfield area.
Jerry Arthur Age: 48
White / Male / 5’9’’ / 200 / Brown Hair / Blue Eyes
Wanted by the U.S Marshals Service and Richland County Sheriff’s Office for trafficking in drugs.
Ties to Mansfield area.
Jaleeka Burton Age: 27
Black / female / 5’4’’ / 147 / Black Hair / Black Eyes
Wanted by the U.S. Marshals Service and Richland County Sheriff’s Office for aggravated possession of drugs.
Ties to the Mansfield and Columbus areas.
Richard Kiser Age: 56 (in custody in TN)
White / Male / 5’7’’ / 180 / Brown Hair / Brown Eyes
Wanted by the Richland County Sheriff’s Office for a failing to provide change of address as sex offender
Ties to the Mansfield, New Philadelphia, Conneaut, Bergholz, Lawrenceburg, TN
Reward money is available for information directly leading to an arrest. Anyone with information concerning any of these fugitives can contact the Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force office at 419-774-3565 or the tip line at 1-866-4WANTED (1-866-492-6833) or you can send a web tip at the following webpage http://www.usmarshals.gov/district/oh-n/index.html.
Tipsters may remain anonymous, and a cash reward may be available. The Task Force’s “Dangerous Dozen” fugitives can be viewed at https://www.usmarshals.gov/sites/default/files/media/document/dangerous-dozen.pdf, which is updated monthly.
The NOVFTF Akron Division consists of the following federal, state and local agencies:
United States Marshals Service, Mansfield Police Department, Ohio Adult Parole Authority, Richland County Probation, Richland County Sheriff’s Office, Ashland County Sheriff’s Office, Bucyrus Police Department, Galion Police Department, Huron County Sheriff’s Office, Lexington Police Department, Loudonville Police Department, Ohio State Highway Patrol, Ontario Police Department, Plymouth Police Department, Willard Police Department and Crestline Police Department.
Ontario — The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal car crash involving three vehicles at the intersection of Lexington Springmill Road and Park Avenue West. The crash occurred in the city limits of Ontario, Richland County, on May 27th around 2:45 pm.
Della Bekeleski, age 69, of Mansfield, was driving a 2016 Kia Soul northbound on Lexington Springmill Road. Lucas Ferguson, age 32, of Lexington, was driving westbound on Park Avenue West and was in the process of turning south onto Lexington Springmill.
Ms. Bekeleski failed to yield to the traffic signal and entered the intersection at a red light. Ms. Bekeleski struck Mr. Ferguson in the left side of his vehicle. As the Kia came to a stop it collided with a third vehicle which was driven by Christen Dingess, age 54, of Mansfield.
Ms. Bekeleski and Mr. Ferguson were transported to Ohio Health Mansfield by Springfield Township EMS. Ms. Bekeleski succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced deceased by the attending physician.
Mr. Ferguson was later flown to Grant Medical Center in Columbus. Ms. Dingess did not sustain any injuries from this crash.
Ontario Police, Springfield Township Fire and EMS, the Richland County Coroner, and Valley Towing assisted during this crash investigation.
Joe Lyons •
June 16, 2023
COLUMBUS – The House Ways and Means Committee has passed State Representatives Nick Santucci (R-Howland Twp.) and Melanie Miller (R-City of Ashland) Baby Products Tax Exemption Bill.
Ashland County Commissioners Office Requesting Ashland County Residents to Please Report any Structural Damage and Flood Damage to your homes by calling 211 or 844-984-1151.
Troopers from the Marion Post and the Bucyrus District Office of Investigative Services are seeking the public’s assistance in locating the vehicle and driver from the hit-skip crash that occurred on state Route 95 in Marion County on May 13.
On May 30, 2023, Mayor Matt Miller administered the oath of office to new Police Officer Joseph Artrip.
The Ashland Railway crossing on County Road 1356 in Milton Township will be closed for five days starting Monday, June 5th through Friday, June 9th for railway crossing rehab.
Ontario — The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal car crash involving three vehicles at the intersection of Lexington Springmill Road and Park Avenue West. The crash occurred in the city limits of Ontario, Richland County, on May 27th around 2:45 pm.