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WASHINGTON – The Department of Justice’s Office of Justice Programs today announced that it has awarded more than $96 million to fund specialized drug courts and veterans treatment courts. These courts provide treatment instead of detention for nonviolent juveniles, veterans and adults who have been criminally charged and who have a substance use disorder.… Read full story
As we recognize Veterans Day, it’s important to remember our veterans need our continued support. After serving our country, many veterans struggle with mental health and substance use disorders. That’s why we are working with RALI Ohio and local partners to support veterans and their families across the state by pointing them to key resources to fight substance misuse.… Read full story
Are you ready for winter? Our last day open to the public until next year will be Saturday, November 14, 10 am – 6 pm. Hurry over and stuff a bag with movies, music, and books for a $5 donation to the Friends of the Library.… Read full story
(COLUMBUS, Ohio) — In an effort to protect Ohio businesses that sell alcohol and keep the local economy strong, Ohio Attorney Dave Yost has reached a proposed settlement agreement with the first of seven out-of-state companies who are accused of illegally shipping wine and spirits.… Read full story
Fredericktown Weekly Police Report – Nov 10, 2020
(Information courtesy of The Fredericktown Police Department)
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Disturbance on West First Street.
Suspicious person on East Sandusky Street.
Assisted the Knox County Sheriff’s Office on East Second Street.
Juvenile related complaint on Burgett Drive.… Read full story
11/10/20 – A dramatic increase in COVID-19 cases has caused Knox County Health Commissioner Julie Miller to issue additional restrictions for all of Knox County effective immediately. The new restrictions limit gatherings of any size; recommend that people who can work from home, do so; and orders businesses to enforce mandatory mask wearing by employees and customers.… Read full story
There will be a Special Council Meeting Tuesday, November 10th at 5 PM at the Senior Citizen Building, located at 2 E. Sandusky Street, in Fredericktown. The reason for the special meeting is to discuss 2020 Appropriations.
Recently, I led my Democratic colleagues in writing letters to 22 of the nation’s largest utility companies – urging them to suspend all utility shutoffs for the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic. With the election taking center stage in the news in recent weeks, we need to be cognizant that the COVID-19 pandemic is still adversely impacting our everyday lives.… Read full story