The Ohio State Highway Patrol will be out in full force this holiday season removing dangerous and impaired drivers in an effort to reduce fatal and injury crashes. In Ohio in 2013, 24 people died in 23 crashes between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day. Of those crashes, four were OVI-related, resulting in five deaths. […]
State reminds bars, restaurants and party hosts to follow the law this holiday season
December 23, 2014 by
As the holiday parties get into full swing, agents with the Ohio Investigative Unit would like to remind bars, restaurants and party hosts to keep their guests’ safety in mind. “If the permit holders and party hosts follow these reminders, they are contributing to making this holiday season safer for everyone,” said Enforcement Commander Eric […]
Free dental care offered on Christmas Eve in Marion
December 23, 2014 by
All central Ohio Comfort Dental offices, including the Marion office, will be hosting the 31st annual Care Day Wednesday, December 24, 2014, offering free dental care to those in need. Offices will be open on December 24th from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. On Care Day all services will be free to anyone. Patients will […]
Ohioans report losing money to Sugar Bowl ticket scams
December 23, 2014 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine has warned consumers to be skeptical of individuals offering tickets to the 2015 Sugar Bowl, after two Ohioans reported losing $800 each to Sugar Bowl ticket scams on Craigslist. “For every scam that gets reported there are probably 10 or more that don’t, so we want consumers to be very […]
Marion Technical College President to retire after 42 years of service
December 22, 2014 by
Longtime president of Marion Technical College, Dr. J. Richard Bryson, has announced his retirement. Bryson came to the College in July 1972 to serve as Vice President for Administration before he was named as the President of Marion Technical College in December of 1973. “To see someone exhibit dedication and passion for an institution for […]
Flu widespread across Ohio with flu-related hospitalizations increasing rapidly
December 22, 2014 by
Influenza-like illness is now widespread throughout Ohio, and the numbers of associated hospitalizations are increasing rapidly. Last week alone (week 50), there were 529 new confirmed influenza-associated hospitalizations in Ohio, bringing the total to 985 since flu season began in October. Just two weeks ago, there were 202 total confirmed flu-associated hospitalizations. At this time […]
Government agencies announce schedule changes for holidays
December 22, 2014 by
Mayor Scott Schertzer is announcing the following closings and adjusted hours for City Offices during Christmas week: City Hall Many departments will be utilizing vacation time over the holiday period of December 24 – 26 and December 31 – January 2. Therefore, residents are highly encouraged to call and ensure the office relevant to their […]
Ohioans urged to protect themselves against holiday mishaps with adequate insurance protection
December 22, 2014 by
The winter holidays are a time to focus on friends and family, not to worry if your insurance is adequate. As you prepare to celebrate this special season, Lieutenant Governor and Department of Insurance Director Mary Taylor suggests you review your insurance policies to ensure you have protection against bad-luck events that could arise. “The […]
Police arrest man for Thursday robbery of Marion restaurant
December 19, 2014 by
The Marion Police Department says they arrested a man for robbing a restaurant early Thursday morning by knife-point. On December 18, 2014 at about 8:00am, officers responded to the Subway on Delaware Avenue for the report of an armed robbery where the suspect brandished a knife and demanded money. The suspect took the entire cash […]
State issues warning over employment scams
December 19, 2014 by
The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) is reminding Ohioans to be wary of unsolicited job offers, online business opportunities, work-at-home promises, and websites or help wanted ads that request personal or financial information. The agency’s OhioMeansJobs.com website aggregates nearly all online help wanted ads posted in Ohio, and ODJFS has noticed an […]
