Capitol Notebook: A Column By U.S. Congressman Pat Tiberi (R-OH) I was in a meeting when I first heard about the videos showing health care workers callously discussing the selling of baby body parts and it was almost unbelievable. When I got back to my office and watched one, my heart sunk. As more and […]
Trade creates economic opportunities for Ohio businesses and workers
June 4, 2015 by
Capitol Notebook: A Column by U.S. Congressman Pat Tiberi (R-OH) Everyone agrees small and medium-sized businesses are the backbone of our economy, powering job creation. That’s why I am shocked at the fear-mongering and outright falsities being spread about trade agreements and trade promotion authority. I’ve heard directly from employers like Commercial Vehicle Group in […]
Local parents honored as part of National Foster Care Month
May 18, 2015 by
The following column was submitted by Marion County Children Services All children deserve a safe, happy life — including the nearly 510,000 American youth in foster care. Young people in foster care especially need nurturing adults on their side because their own families are in crisis and unable to care for them. Each May, we […]
Good Morning – This is your United Way
April 30, 2015 by
The following column was submitted by Pam Stone, United Way of Marion County Director If you call my office and I answer the phone, you’ll hear me say, “Good Morning. This is your United Way – Pam speaking.” I answer that way to remind both myself and callers that United Way belongs to the people […]
Trade Agreements Promote American Job Creation
March 26, 2015 by
Capitol Notebook: A Column by U.S. Congressman Pat Tiberi (R-OH) Ohio’s not just known for the Buckeyes; our great state also has a reputation for manufacturing top products. Whether it’s detergent and home products, auto engines and tires or ATMs and safety glass, Ohio and Ohioans are known for quality goods and services. Our reputation […]
Ohio Continues to Improve in Job Creation as Foreign Companies Take Notice
January 22, 2015 by
The following column was submitted by State Representative Dorothy Pelanda. As Ohio continues its move to a more business-friendly agenda, foreign companies from around the world are starting to take notice, particularly in the Central Ohio region. According to Research Director Jung Kim of Columbus 2020, of the 139 companies considering investments in the region, […]
Lame Ducks, Christmas Trees and “Sine Die”
December 9, 2014 by
The following column was submitted by State Representative Dorothy Pelanda. In the Ohio General Assembly, the final days of the legislative session usher in two events with odd names like “lame duck” and “Sine Die”. Pieces of legislation can become “Christmas trees” during the last month of a General Assembly as a result of these […]
211 Brings Quick Access to Community Services
November 21, 2014 by
The following column was submitted by Pam Stone, United Way of Marion County Director United Way of Marion County recently launched the Marion County edition of 2-1-1 information and referral, bringing Marion up to par with most of the nation. The Board and I are excited to bring 2-1-1 to Marion County. We have been […]
Energy CoOp: New EPA Regulations will have Little Impact while Increasing Residents’ Bills
November 10, 2014 by
The following guest column was submitted by John Metcalf, President & CEO of Mid-Ohio Energy Cooperative As a member-owned electric cooperative, Mid-Ohio Energy Cooperative exists to provide a much-needed electricity in an affordable, reliable and environmentally responsible manner. And that has been the mission of electric cooperatives since they began lighting up the countryside more […]
Protecting Children a Good Step Towards Reducing Drug Addictions
October 23, 2014 by
The following guest column was submitted by Pam Stone of United Way of Marion County I was recently invited to help construct a strategic plan for our local Alcohol, Drug and Mental Health Board, and I was honored to do so. As you might imagine, much of the discussion centered on drug and alcohol addiction, […]
