Most Ashland County Government Office Buildings will be closed for business on Mon., Jan. 26th

The Ashland County Board of Commissioners have ordered the following Ashland County Government Office Buildings to be closed for business on Monday, January 26th, 2026: Ashland County Courthouse, Ashland County Administration Building, Ashland County Job and Family Services, Ashland County Health Department, Ashland County Dog Shelter and the Sheriff's Office Main Lobby. 

The Sheriff's Office will continue all patrol and jail operations as usual.  The Ashland County Engineer's Office on Cleveland Avenue will also remain open.  All Ashland County Office Buildings will resume normal business on Tuesday, January 27th, 2026.

 

 

Kurt J. Schneider, Sheriff

Sheriff Schneider reminds Ashland County, OH residents and visitors to be prepared.

Sheriff Kurt J. Schneider would like to remind Ashland County, OH residents and visitors to be prepared for the upcoming winter storm. This winter storm is likely to produce snow levels in excess of 10-12 inches of snow. This will make roadways hazardous for travel. Please make sure you and your families have essential supplies prior to the arrival of the storm. Sheriff Schneider will monitor weather and road conditions throughout the night and encourages everyone to avoid unnecessary travel. Snow Emergencies will be posted on the Sheriff’s App, the Ashland County Sheriff's Office Facebook page, website, and the Ashland County Emergency Management Agency pages.

 

If a level 2 snow emergency is declared, Sheriff Schneider recommends that people stay home and refrain from driving unless absolutely necessary. Snow removal crews will be working throughout the next couple of days and will need assistance from motorists by staying off the roadways. Contact your employer to see if it is necessary for you to report to work. Should local municipal parking bans be implemented, please do not park alongside the roadways. Local parking bans could result in your vehicle being cited and/or towed.

 

If the Sheriff declares a Level 3 Snow Emergency, all roadways in Ashland County (including all Municipalities and Villages) will be closed to non-emergency traffic. Only first responders and essential personnel will be allowed to traverse roadways at their own risk. Essential personnel include medical professionals, tow truck operators, and personnel affiliated with the following critical business and government entities; hospitals, urgent care facilities, gas stations, HVAC businesses, maintenance and service personnel for business / government, tree services, drug stores, and grocery stores. A Level 3 Snow Emergency will also affect mail and delivery services.

 

The Sheriff would like to remind motorists who are non-essential personnel that traverse the roadways during a Level 3 Snow Emergency are subject to citation or arrest. 

 

The Sheriff asks all residents to use extra caution and good judgement during this potentially dangerous storm. Emergency Services will be working around the clock and ready to assist you in your emergency situations. Please stay safe! Please Buckle Up!

 

Sheriff’s Office Therapy Canine Wins Award

ACSO’s Therapy K-9 Princess was awarded the 2025 CTC (Caring Therapy Canine) of the year. Princess was elected out of 9 other canines who have demonstrated great ability to provide comfort to many.

Princess has demonstrated her ability to help people in time of need. Whether she is assisting a family member with a medical emergency or helping victims through trauma, Princess is always ready to help.

Princess’s primary role is to offer emotional support to community members, school students, and law enforcement personnel, particularly following critical incidents. She works alongside DARE/SRO Sgt. Angie Hamilton.

Construction Alert

Beginning Wednesday, September 10, 2025, the Ashland County Sheriff’s Office parking lot along the east side of the building, will be partially closed for sidewalk repairs. The area closed will be clearly marked with orange traffic cones. No parking will be permitted within the coned off area.

Office services will continue to be available to the public with slight disruption. Please exercise caution around the construction zone and should you have any questions about services or accessibility, please contact the Sheriff’s staff at 419-289-3911 (opt. 8).

Construction is expected to continue through the weekend and into the week of September 14th. Updates will be available on our website, social media and the Sheriff’s App. Thank you for your patience during this construction project.

Law Enforcement Partners

The Ashland County Sheriff’s Office is currently collaborating with Law Enforcement Partners of Bowling Green, Ky to create a department calendar for 2026.

They will be calling local businesses in our area to seek sponsorship for advertising space on the calendars. This is not a scam; Law Enforcement Partners is acting in collaboration with the ACSO.

If you have any questions about the collaboration, you can contact the Sheriff's Office at (419)-289-3911.

Stay safe!

In case of emergency dial: 9-1-1

Ashland County Sheriff’s Office
1205 East Main Street
Ashland, OH 44805

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