Westerville – Westerville residents Bhavna Kumar, Sonali Kumar and Mira Kumar joined Ohio’s “Saved by the Belt” Club today after their safety belts saved them from being seriously injured or killed in a crash. The incident occurred on Interstate 71 in Adams Township in Clinton County on August 24, 2019.… Read full story
Month: September 2019
2019 Turn the Tide
Applications will be available at Fredericktown Interchurch beginning Tuesday, October 1st through Friday, November 1st, Monday – Friday from 10-4.
You must be a client of Fredericktown Interchurch (used our services at least once in 2019) and you will need to bring the following information:
1.… Read full story
Administative Associate Position Available
POSITION DESCRIPTION – UNITED WAY OF KNOX COUNTY OHIO, INC.
Job Title: Administrative Associate
Position Reports To: Executive Director
Status: Non-Exempt
Summary: This position is responsible for providing assistance and support with United Way’s initiatives, as well as supporting United Way’s office management and fundraising activities.… Read full story
BBB Tip: New Research Shows Low Financial Literacy, Social Isolation Increase Scam Risk
New fraud research shows that people who live alone or have low financial literacy levels are more likely to lose money to fraudsters. The research also shows that the highest engagement and victimization rates involve online purchases and social media—outpacing telephone, mail and email fraud.… Read full story
Milkweed Pod Collection: How and Where
It’s that time again! The annual milkweed seed pod collection is here. Milkweeds are the host plants for the monarch butterfly caterpillars and are essential for their survival. They also serve as a nectar source for monarchs and many other pollinators.… Read full story
AG Yost Announces $103 Million Multistate Settlement with Avanir Pharmaceuticals
(COLUMBUS, Ohio) — Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost today joined other states and the federal government in announcing a settlement with Avanir Pharmaceuticals over allegations that the company paid kickbacks to medical professionals and engaged in off-label marketing tactics to promote its flagship drug Neudexta unlawfully.… Read full story
First-Time Pregnancy Complications Linked to Increased Risk of Hypertension Later in Life
Detailed pregnancy history, prevention strategies may hold a key to improving health outcomes.
Women who experience complications such as preterm births and preeclampsia during their first pregnancy are nearly twice more likely than women without complications to develop high blood pressure later in life — some as quickly as three years later, according to a new study of more than 4,000 women.… Read full story
New Projects Expected to Create More Than $12 Million in Investments
(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted today announced the approval of assistance for seven projects set to create 845 new jobs and retain 319 jobs statewide. During its monthly meeting, the Ohio Tax Credit Authority (TCA) reviewed economic development proposals brought to the board by JobsOhio and its regional partners.… Read full story
AG Yost Tells Petition Disruptors to ‘Knock it Off’ Following Reports of Harassment
(CLEVELAND) — Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost today cautioned that his office will not tolerate harassment and intimidation in the state’s petition process.
The warning follows reports that signature gatherers for the proposed House Bill 6 referendum have encountered aggressive “petition blockers” who attempt to deter voters from signing petitions.… Read full story
Library Clerk Wanted
The Centerburg Public Library is seeking candidates for the position of Library Clerk.
- Hours: 10-20 hours per week including evenings and weekends
- Pay: $10.00/hour
Applicants must possess the following attributes:
- Minimum of 18 years old
- Ability to follow both written and oral directions
- Flexibility in scheduling
- Excellent computer and communication skills
- Dependable, self-motivated and willing to be a dedicated team member
- Able to work quickly and accurately
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability and willingness to take on additional responsibilities such as assisting with programming, assisting with materials processing, designing and setting up displays/bulletin boards and any other tasks assigned by Director or Assistant Director
- Ability to lift 25 lbs and frequently bend, stoop and stand for long periods of time
Prior library experience is preferred but not required.… Read full story