Ohio fire and EMS departments warn that eliminating property taxes could jeopardize public safety by causing staffing shortages, station closures, and longer emergency response times across the state.
Bucyrus City Council to Hold April 14 Public Hearing on Multiple Zoning Changes.
The Board of Control is reviewing a single $175,000 minimum bid for the former north end fire station, with an official award meeting tentatively scheduled for April 1.
Bucyrus firefighters in IAFF Local 1120 have unanimously issued a vote of no confidence in Fire Chief Chad Schwemlry, citing urgent concerns over staffing levels, leadership, and public safety.
The Bucyrus Water Department has implemented new service fees and deposit requirements effective March 17, 2026, impacting residential and commercial water, trash collection, and reconnect charges in Crawford County.
Ohio Township Association’s Kyle Brooks warned Crawford County residents that a proposed constitutional amendment to abolish property taxes could eliminate $24 billion in local funding, threatening the survival of schools, police, and emergency services across Ohio.
The Galion Port Authority board will meet Wednesday to discuss a potential sales agreement with May Justice Solutions and decide on the construction or demolition of the historic Peace Lutheran Church property.
Governor Mike DeWine and the Ohio Department of Children and Youth have announced $20 million in funding to establish and expand six child wellness campuses providing local therapeutic care for youth with complex needs.
Ohio’s three-level snow emergency system allows county sheriffs to restrict travel during winter storms, ranging from cautious advisories at Level 1 to potential arrests for non-essential driving at Level 3.
Governor Mike DeWine and state emergency officials are advising Ohioans to prepare for a significant winter storm bringing up to a foot of snow and extreme cold, emphasizing that residents should stay off the roads to allow crews to clear pathways safely.