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Troy Balderson calls for American energy leadership at COP29

Congressman Troy Balderson recently discussed key issues via social media posts dated November 18-20, 2024.

By Fairfield Reporter | Nov 20, 2024

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Senator Schaffer announces over $70 million funding for Licking County projects

State Senator Tim Schaffer has announced the release of over $70 million for projects in Licking County, Ohio. The funds were approved by the Ohio Controlling Board and include significant investments in agricultural infrastructure and local amenities.

By Fairfield Reporter | Oct 21, 2024

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Ohio announces school bus transportation grant program for field trips to Statehouse

By Fairfield Reporter | Sep 16, 2024

State Senator Tim Schaffer (R-Lancaster) announced that the Ohio Statehouse School Bus Transportation Grant Program will be open from September 23 through September 30. The grant aims to assist schools in covering the cost of bus transportation for field trips to the state capitol.

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Ohio Senate passes bill naming highway after Lance Corporal James F. Kimple

By Fairfield Reporter | May 22, 2024

The Ohio Senate today passed Senate Bill 114, sponsored by State Senator Tim Schaffer (R-Lancaster), to name a portion of U.S. Route 33 in Fairfield County as the “Lance Corporal James F. Kimple Memorial Highway.”

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Schaffer introduces bill aiming at accountability for rioters, protection for police

By Fairfield Reporter | May 14, 2024

State Senator Tim Schaffer (R-Lancaster) has introduced Senate Bill 267, a piece of legislation designed to hold rioters accountable for their actions and compel them to repair or pay for any damage they cause while breaking the law.

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Ohio Senate Adopts Schaffer Resolutions to Support Veterans

By Fairfield Reporter | Apr 11, 2024

The Ohio Senate has taken a significant step in supporting the nation's military heroes by adopting Senate Concurrent Resolutions 8 and 9, sponsored by State Senator Tim Schaffer. The resolutions aim to address critical issues affecting veterans and active-duty military members.Senate Concurrent Resolution 8 focuses on urging the federal government to reduce the wait time for processing veterans' disability claims. Senator Schaffer emphasized the importance of providing prompt service to veterans, stating, "Our veterans deserve prompt service since they gave everything to...

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Schaffer Announces More than $2.7 Million for Career-Technical Education Programs

By Fairfield Reporter | Mar 6, 2024

State Senator Tim Schaffer (R-Lancaster) has announced that more than $2.7 million is coming to Licking County to support career-technical education programs. The award recipients will use the funds to prepare Ohio's students for future careers."Our career technical programs do exceptional work to get our next generation ready for incredible careers," said Senator Schaffer. "Ensuring our facilities have the most up-to-date equipment gives Ohio's students the tools and skills to succeed. I'm thrilled these funds will benefit some of our best and brightest Ohioans."...

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Fairfield County rise or fall in 2021?

By Fairfield Reporter | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Fairfield County received $7.1 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Franklin County farmers in 2021 reached $3,904,933

By Fairfield Reporter | Feb 23, 2024

Farms in Franklin County received $3,904,933 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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How much did farmers in Fairfield County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By Fairfield Reporter | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Fairfield County received $5,571,126 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Schaffer Votes for Homestead Exemption Expansion for Seniors and Disabled

By Fairfield Reporter | Dec 7, 2023

State Senator Tim Schaffer (R-Lancaster) has announced that the Ohio Senate has passed House Bill 187, a measure that aims to provide property tax relief for eligible seniors, disabled citizens, and disabled veterans. The bill increases the income eligibility amount for these groups from $36,100 to $75,000, offering direct tax relief to those most affected by rising property valuations.Schaffer expressed his understanding of the financial challenges faced by his constituents, stating, "I have been hearing from my constituents for months about how they are affected by the...

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Schaffer Announces Funds for Local Career Technical School

By Fairfield Reporter | Nov 7, 2023

State Senator Tim Schaffer (R-Lancaster) has announced that Eastland-Fairfield Career and Technical Schools has been awarded $4,026,819 from the Career Technical Construction Program. This program aims to provide funding for the construction or expansion of facilities that target the jobs of tomorrow."I was proud to support this program in the state budget process, and I'm even more thrilled it will have a profound impact in Fairfield County," said Senator Schaffer. "Eastland-Fairfield will continue their mission for countless students in their welding program, preparing...

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Schaffer Announces Critical Funds Released for Intel Roadwork

By Fairfield Reporter | Oct 30, 2023

State Senator Tim Schaffer (R-Lancaster) has announced the release of $10 million by the Ohio Controlling Board for roadwork improvements to support the Intel project in Licking County. The funds aim to relieve the burden on local taxpayers and prepare for the significant impact that Intel's presence will have on the county.Schaffer expressed his commitment to addressing the increased traffic burden caused by the Intel project. He said, "Intel's presence in Licking County will be significant, and we must prepare to handle the increased traffic burden." Schaffer also...

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Prescription Drug Take Back Event April 22

By Fairfield Reporter Reports | Mar 27, 2023

The City of Canal Winchester and Diley Ridge Medical Center, in cooperation with the Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office and the Drug Enforcement...

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Fairfield County to hold Public Meeting for Economic Development Plan and Update to the 2018 Comprehensive Land Use Plan

By Fairfield Reporter Reports | Mar 27, 2023

As Fairfield County prepares for future growth, the Fairfield County Planning Steering Committee in conjunction with planning NEXT, a Columbus based...

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Fairfield County Public Hearing

By Fairfield Reporter Reports | Mar 27, 2023

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Family Storytime on March 22

By Fairfield Reporter Reports | Mar 20, 2023

Family Storytime on March 22

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Lancaster City Council Meeting on March 27

By Fairfield Reporter Reports | Mar 20, 2023

Lancaster City Council Meeting on March 27

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Family Storytime on March 23

By Fairfield Reporter Reports | Mar 20, 2023

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Expanding Resiliency Series on March 21

By Fairfield Reporter Reports | Mar 20, 2023

Expanding Resiliency Series on March 21