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    April 25, 2026

    Forced out of court clerk job over politicking and bungled cases, Sandusky County GOP chair appointed to commissioner seat

    Justin Smith was reprimanded in 2019 for using county work time on political business and turning in inaccurate work before resigning. Seven years later, the Sandusky County GOP he leads named him to fill a commissioner vacancy.

    Forced out of court clerk job over politicking and bungled cases, Sandusky County GOP chair appointed to commissioner seat
    April 23, 2026

    Sandusky County prosecutor backs judge she cleared of $33K audit finding

    Sandusky County Prosecutor Beth Tischler formally abated a $33,300 state audit finding against Judge Brad Smith — with Ohio Attorney General approval and no repayment required — before publicly backing his re-election campaign. Both are on the May 5 primary ballot.

    Sandusky County prosecutor backs judge she cleared of $33K audit finding
    April 22, 2026

    Tiffin City Council approves 12-month data center moratorium

    Tiffin council voted 6-0 Monday to freeze development for up to a year while city officials weigh zoning options and Ohio lawmakers pursue statewide regulation.

    Tiffin City Council approves 12-month data center moratorium
    April 8, 2026

    Frankart pressed health director on Seneca Poultry probe, then couldn't name who oversees it

    A health district timeline shows Commissioner Bill Frankart called Health Commissioner Julie Richards about her Seneca Poultry inquiry. Months later, he incorrectly told voters the facility was locally monitored — a claim the Seneca Conservation District publicly corrected.

    Frankart pressed health director on Seneca Poultry probe, then couldn't name who oversees it
    March 2, 2026

    Tiffin mayor responds to planned TMD closure: 'Deeply concerning for our community'

    Tiffin Mayor Lee Wilkinson called the planned TMD closure "deeply concerning" and said the city will support affected workers while remaining hopeful a buyer emerges before the April 30, 2026 deadline.

    Tiffin mayor responds to planned TMD closure: 'Deeply concerning for our community'
    February 10, 2026

    Why so many Republicans are running against each other in Seneca County

    Republican voters in Seneca County will decide dozens of contested central committee races and competitive primaries for commissioner and state House in the May 5 election, signaling rare intraparty tension.

    Why so many Republicans are running against each other in Seneca County
    January 16, 2026

    Why a new Seneca County chicken facility could raise local water bills

    Aqua Ohio cautions that runoff from a large egg-laying operation near Tiffin could increase drinking water treatment costs, potentially impacting customer water rates.

    Why a new Seneca County chicken facility could raise local water bills
    January 8, 2026

    Façade Enhancement Program to continue in Tiffin in 2026

    The City of Tiffin will continue its Façade Enhancement Program in 2026, offering matching grants for exterior improvements to downtown historic buildings.

    Façade Enhancement Program to continue in Tiffin in 2026
    February 17, 2025

    Seneca County parts ways with controversial contractor during heated meeting

    TIFFIN, Ohio — Seneca County commissioners are adding a new twist to a longstanding transparency dispute by refusing to renew…

    Seneca County parts ways with controversial contractor during heated meeting
    February 10, 2025

    Tiffin City Council names Kyle Daugherty to fill at-large vacancy

    TIFFIN, Ohio — Kyle Daugherty was chosen to fill an open at-large council seat during a special Tiffin City Council…

    Tiffin City Council names Kyle Daugherty to fill at-large vacancy
    February 4, 2025

    Tiffin City Council to interview four candidates for vacant at-large position

    TIFFIN – Four candidates have submitted self-nominations to fill the remainder of at-large Councilmember John Kahler’s term, which expires Dec.…

    Tiffin City Council to interview four candidates for vacant at-large position
    January 28, 2025

    Tiffin City Council accepting applications for vacant seat

    TIFFIN, Ohio — Tiffin City Council is accepting applications to fill an at-large seat following the resignation of Councilmember John…

    Tiffin City Council accepting applications for vacant seat
    January 21, 2025

    John Kahler resigns from Tiffin City Council, citing conflict of interest concerns

    TIFFIN, Ohio – John Kahler, who has served as an at-large councilmember for Tiffin City Council since January 2024, announced…

    John Kahler resigns from Tiffin City Council, citing conflict of interest concerns
    November 12, 2024

    Seneca County 'playing footsie' with records request on hiring of controversial contractor

    Tiffin, Ohio — Nearly a month after a public records request was filed seeking information on the hiring of Seneca…

    Seneca County 'playing footsie' with records request on hiring of controversial contractor
    October 30, 2024

    Ohio Supreme Court to determine future of Sandusky County judge accused of harassment

    FREMONT, Ohio — The Ohio Supreme Court is set to evaluate whether Sandusky County Judge Jon Ickes will retain his…

    Ohio Supreme Court to determine future of Sandusky County judge accused of harassment
    October 30, 2024

    Seneca County Commissioner Tyler Shuff involved in another DUI incident, this time as a passenger

    TIFFIN, Ohio — Seneca County Commissioner Tyler Shuff was involved in another drunk driving incident Monday evening, though this time…

    Seneca County Commissioner Tyler Shuff involved in another DUI incident, this time as a passenger
    October 29, 2024

    Shuff raised concerns over county website article before publication, text messages show

    TIFFIN, Ohio — Newly unveiled text messages reveal that Seneca County Commissioner Tyler Shuff raised concerns to County Public Relations…

    Shuff raised concerns over county website article before publication, text messages show
    October 23, 2024

    Paradiso publicly addresses Frankart scandal for first time

    TIFFIN, Ohio — Seneca County Commissioner Anthony Paradiso publicly addressed for the first time the ongoing controversy surrounding fellow Commissioner…

    Paradiso publicly addresses Frankart scandal for first time
    October 16, 2024

    Seneca County officials silent amid Frankart scandal

    Seneca County officials remain silent following a public controversy involving Commissioner Bill Frankart, a combative child custody dispute, and a…

    Seneca County officials silent amid Frankart scandal
    October 14, 2024

    Seneca County deletes controversial post targeting local reporter following backlash

    The Seneca County Board of Commissioners has quietly removed a controversial article from their official website, just a day after…

    Seneca County deletes controversial post targeting local reporter following backlash
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