Ohio voters oppose out-of-state sales tax collections as dictated by the Marketplace Fairness Act, according to a new poll from two organizations that oppose the legislation. Likely Ohio voters opposed the idea of the Marketplace Fairness Act 56 to 32 percent. Opposition was consistent across the board, from Republicans to Democrats and across age groups. […]
Local Volunteers are Fishing for Litter on Saturday
July 17, 2014 by
Marion County Recycling and Litter Prevention will host “Fishing for Litter River Sweep” this Saturday, July 19, 2014. From 9:00am to 11:00am, they will be walking the Scioto River starting at the Hillman Ford Bridge at Pleasant Hill Road. “We need volunteers to help keep local drinking water sources free of litter,” said Director Angela […]
Cornerstone Alliance Holding Free Day Camps
July 17, 2014 by
Cornerstone Alliance Church, 2010 Marion-Marysville Road in Marion, will be hosting a Kids Day Camp July 22-25, 2014 from 9:00am to 4:00pm each day. The camp is free of charge and is open to all children who have finished kindergarten-6th grade. The church will also be hosting Son Treasure Island Vacation Bible School especially for […]
Ohio AG Says to Beware of Military Scams
July 17, 2014 by
In recognition of Military Consumer Protection Day (July 16), Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine is encouraging active-duty military members, veterans, and other Ohioans to beware of military-related scams. “Those who serve our country deserve not only our sincere thanks and appreciation but also our help avoiding scams and solving consumer problems,” Attorney General DeWine said. […]
State Reports Record Amount Of Unclaimed Funds Returned to Ohioans
July 17, 2014 by
The Ohio Department of Commerce, Division of Unclaimed Funds has announced that during fiscal year 2014, a record $74,478,325 of unclaimed funds was returned to Ohioans. This was a 7.6% increase over the previous fiscal year payment of $69.2 million. The average claim was for $1,561.49. Unclaimed funds are money or the rights to money […]
Registration Deadline Approaching for “Set The Stage” Theatre Camp
July 16, 2014 by
Professional singer, performer and voice instructor, Johnny Steiner, will direct “Set The Stage” Theatre Camps for ages 6 through 14 years at the Marion Palace Theatre July 28-August 1 and August 4-August 8. The registration deadline for the first camp is Monday, July 21, 2014. The registration deadline for the second week of camp is […]
Free Seminar to Answer Questions on Reverse Mortgages
July 16, 2014 by
The Marion County Council on Aging is continuing with the second of a 4 part series of informational programs, entitled Retirement Readiness: Money Matters. On Thursday, July 24, 2014, the topic for discussion will be reverse mortgages. Judy Kiger, from American Eagle Mortgage Company, will be ready to talk about all the different aspects of […]
Lawmakers Plan Ban if Powdered Alcohol Approved by Regulators
July 16, 2014 by
If the federal government gives approval to a new powdered alcohol product, some state lawmakers want to be ready to keep it out of Ohio stores. Two state representatives introduced legislation Monday that would prohibit the sale of powdered alcohol, a substance that’s been stirring controversy around the country. The bipartisan bill comes after federal […]
Patrol Continues to Investigate Crash that Claimed Three Lives
July 15, 2014 by
The Ohio State Highway Patrol says they are continuing to investigate a deadly crash that took place Monday. Because of the number of vehicles involved and other factors, the final report is expected to take a few days to complete. Investigators have said they do not believe that drugs or alcohol were factors in the […]
United Way, Local Businesses Team Up to Provide Needed School Supplies
July 15, 2014 by
United Way of Marion County, Scioto Shoe Mart and a host of other community partners are working to make going back to school this fall a much better experience for teachers, parents and students. Friday, July 18, and Saturday, July 19, 2014 are being set aside for shoppers to contribute $5 in cash to the […]
