Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine is warning Ohioans to beware of unexpected email messages that appear to be utility bills. In the last two weeks, the Attorney General’s Office has received more than 30 reports of utility bill email scams from consumers across Ohio. “With bitterly cold temperatures affecting the state, you might expect your […]
Statewide Unemployment Rate Fell in December
January 27, 2014 by
Ohio’s unemployment rate was 7.2 percent in December 2013, down from 7.4 percent in November, according to data released this morning by the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS). The change came from a combination of more people finding work as well as fewer people looking. Ohio’s nonfarm wage and salary employment increased […]
Ohio Bill Would Expand Who can Carry Weapons in Schools
January 27, 2014 by
A bill that allows peace officers to carry weapons in schools and make school boards keep secret the names of employees they designate as people who can carry guns cleared the Ohio House this week. In debate on the House floor Wednesday, Rep. Kristina Roegner, a Republican from Hudson who sponsored the bill, said the […]
Marion Salvation Army in Need of Food Donations
January 24, 2014 by
The Salvation Army in Marion has issued a request for food donations after a combination of issues have left their food pantry very low. They report that they did not have a delivery from the regional foodbank this week due to the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday. In addition, they say they are seeing more […]
Local Officials Applaud Ohio Bill that Would Establish Greater Rights for Foster Youth
January 24, 2014 by
The Ohio House of Representatives recently passed legislation to revise Ohio law pertaining to child custody, guardians ad litem, and foster caregivers, to ensure that minors who are involved with Ohio’s children services agencies are treated just like every child in the state of Ohio. The proposed changes are being welcomed by local child welfare […]
Free Classes Offered to Help Marion Residents Eat Healthier
January 24, 2014 by
Marion Public Health is set to offer “Eating for the Health of It”, a series of free adult nutrition classes aimed at educating adults on the importance of healthy eating. The classes will include preparation of “tasty” meals and snacks that are “simple, healthy, and budget friendly.” The first session of the series, which will […]
Statewide Liquor Sales Broke Another Record in 2013
January 24, 2014 by
The Ohio Department of Commerce, Division of Liquor Control (Division), announced that dollar sales of spirituous liquor reached a record level in 2013, totaling $898 million. This was an increase of 5.8 %, exceeding last year’s total by $49 million. “Ohioans continue to trade up buying more of the premium products as consumer tastes become […]
Program Reports Saving Ohioans with Medicare $16.4 Million
January 24, 2014 by
Lieutenant Governor and Department of Insurance Director Mary Taylor announced the Department’s Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program (OSHIIP) helped more than 160,000 Ohioans with Medicare save a record $16.4 million in 2013 through its toll-free hotline, in-person counseling and 1,429 statewide outreach events. The figure includes a record $8.96 million saved during the Fall […]
Whalen to Run for Marion County Commissioner
January 23, 2014 by
Democrat Robert Whalen has announced his candidacy for Marion County Commissioner in the November 4th general election. In a media release, he says the budget will be the overriding focus of the campaign. “Things are tough. Unemployment is still high and growth in the county is negligible. That has to change. Instead of being reactive […]
Youth Governor’s Ball Set for Saturday at YMCA
January 23, 2014 by
The Marion Family YMCA and the Ridgedale High School Youth in Government delegation are holding the very first Youth Governor’s Ball on Saturday, January 25, 2014 at 7:30 p.m. Area youth are invited to join the Marion delegation for a night full of music, dancing, food, and “an all around fun time.” The dance is […]
