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A variety of programs and projects are in the works for Richland County departments such JFS and EMA. Commissioners received updates Thursday.

Michelle Miller will assume the position vacated in November when former coordinator Teresa Alt was terminated for cause.

“Each resident is aware that if this levy doesn’t pass, Dayspring will close,” director Michelle Swank told commissioners.

Commissioner Tony Vero presented a report Tuesday that shows county revenue was up in January compared to the previous year, but he remains cautious.

Auditor Pat Dropsey owes Commissioner Tony Vero a free lunch as part of a friendly wager after revenues were $1.5 million above what was expected.

Brighten A Christmas launched Dec. 7, 1947, as a series of appeals encouraging groups, families and others to adopt those in need.

Rebecca Ann Shafer was investigated on suspicion of using her position to improperly secure nearly $50,000 in benefits for her boyfriend and his child.

Lori Bedson is the new director for Richland County Job and Family Services. Rebecca Owens was hired as Emergency Management Agency director.

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The county auditor discussed revenue figures as the county commissioners reviewed the proposed spending plan for his office for 2023.