The LaRue Community Alliance is organizing a pair of public meetings on January 3, 2014 to discuss flooding of the Scioto River. Anyone affected by the flooding is encouraged to attend, especially residents of LaRue. The meetings are scheduled for 2:00pm and again at 6:30pm at the Scioto Valley Fire Department. The separate meeting times […]
Insurance Tips Offered for Ohioans Impacted by Recent Flooding
December 27, 2013 by
Lieutenant Governor and Insurance Director Mary Taylor is offering information and tips for Ohioans impacted by the severe conditions and flooding caused by recent heavy rain and compounded by melting snow. “Ohioans dealing with the aftermath following recent severe weather should contact their insurance agent immediately,” Taylor said. “Because the recovery process can seem overwhelming, […]
ODOT Shows What Can Happen When Motorists “Crowd the Plow”
December 16, 2013 by
With the latest winter storms, and more forecast, across much of the state, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is reminding motorists “Don’t Crowd The Plow.” So far this winter, there were 13 crashes involving ODOT snow plows including one earlier this week in Washington County (click the photo to enlarge). In that crash, a […]
Utility Reconnection Order Available for Ohio Residents
December 11, 2013 by
With the frigid temperatures this week, it’s a good time to remind local residents that the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) has ordered Ohio electric and natural gas utilities to reconnect or maintain service for customers who have been disconnected or are facing disconnection. Last winter heating season, more than 276,000 Ohio utility customers […]
Patrol Offers Tips and Warnings about Winter Weather Driving
December 11, 2013 by
The Ohio State Highway Patrol is warning drivers about the dangers of driving in winter weather and is offering some tips on what drivers should do in the event of a vehicle break down or a crash. From December 2012 through March 2013, 18,779 crashes, including 98 in Marion County, occurred on snow, ice or […]
Marion YMCA Offers Snow Days Program
December 6, 2013 by
Snow Days at the Marion Family YMCA is a new, members-only program that provides child care on days when Marion City Schools are forced to cancel for the entire day. The Y offers Snow Days from 8:00 am to 5:15 pm, providing “fun, safe activities” for children ages 5-12. The program runs from December 1, […]
State Fire Marshal Urges Fire Safety During Winter Storm
December 6, 2013 by
As Ohio prepares for the upcoming winter weather advisories and warnings that are being issued Friday, State Fire Marshal Larry Flowers wants to remind Ohioans that that there is increased risk for home fires when the weather turns bad. However, many of these fires are preventable and citizens can reduce their risks of becoming a […]
AAA Offeres Tips as Forecast Turns Snowy
December 5, 2013 by
Forecasters are predicting several rounds of winter weather over the next few days, which could lead to some dangerous driving conditions. Motorists should take time now to prepare for the forecasted wintry blast. When winter storms dump snow and ice across Ohio AAA’s call volume skyrockets with stranded motorists. Calls range from those who have […]
Are You Prepared for Winter Weather?
November 20, 2013 by
Winter made an early appearance this fall. Northeast Ohio received several inches of heavy snow on October 24. The snow downed tree limbs, caused power outages and closed schools. The majority of the state got a taste of winter again, on Tuesday morning after rain showers changed to ice and snow overnight. Another several inches […]
Ohioans Impacted by Storms Urged to Protect Against Contractor Fraud
November 19, 2013 by
Following a strong line of severe weather that sparked tornados and damaging winds across the Midwest on Sunday, Ohio Lieutenant Governor and Department of Insurance Director Mary Taylor is offering tips to help navigate the insurance claim filing process. Taylor is also warning Ohioans to beware of fraudulent contractors trying to take advantage of people […]
