Richland County Jail has a new leader. Longtime Ashland County official Dave Blake steps in as jail administrator, bringing nearly 50 years of law enforcement experience to the role. This episode covers the leadership change, the legacy of outgoing Captain Chris Blunk, and new grant funding aimed at expanding addiction treatment services inside the jail.

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Richland County Jail has a new leader. Longtime Ashland County official Dave Blake steps in as jail administrator, bringing nearly 50 years of law enforcement experience to the role. This episode covers the leadership change, the legacy of outgoing Captain Chris Blunk, and new grant funding aimed at expanding addiction treatment services inside the jail.
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