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Ahead of a Senate Hearing He Will Hold Tomorrow, Brown Promotes the ‘Veterans and Consumers Fair Credit Act’ to Expand the Military’s Predatory Lending Protections to Everyone, Cap APR Interest Rates at 36 Percent
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) today hosted a news conference call to promote the passage of his bipartisan Veterans and Consumers Fair Credit Act, which will be reintroduced today, and would protect people from predatory payday and car title loans.
Coshocton Avenue will be closed in the area of Vernonview Drive for a power line down.
Knox County Engineer’s Office is looking to hire a Project Manager and Assistant Superintendent. Please review the job descriptions for further details. Interested applicants must submit a completed application, resume and cover letter to the attention of Kelly Shira at kellyshira@co.knox.oh.us
COLUMBUS – The Ohio State Highway Patrol joined forces with members of the 6-State Trooper Project enforcing and raising awareness about the Move Over law from July 18 through July 24. The high-visibility campaign included the Indiana State Police, Kentucky State Police, Michigan State Police, Pennsylvania State Police, West Virginia State Police, and the Ohio State Highway Patrol.… Read full story
COLUMBUS (7/27/2021) – The Ohio Department of Health released updated recommendations for K-12 schools today. The guidance strongly recommends COVID-19 vaccinations for staff and eligible students; consistent mask-wearing for individuals who are not yet fully vaccinated; and layering prevention measures that include good ventilation, regular cleaning, handwashing, covering coughs and sneezes, and staying home when sick.… Read full story
Using green cleaning products in your home can reduce toxins, such as volatile organic compounds (VOCs), that are bad for your health and the environment. Green cleaners are more popular than ever, which means shoppers have plenty of choices. But navigating the seals, certifications, and marketing claims can be confusing.… Read full story
WASHINGTON, D.C. – July 27, 2021 – U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) released the following statement in response to the testimony delivered by law enforcement officers who were attacked by a violent mob of domestic terrorists attempting to overturn the seat of our democracy on January 6th.… Read full story
McCormick & Company, Inc. is initiating a voluntary recall of McCormick Perfect Pinch Italian Seasoning, McCormick Culinary Italian Seasoning and Frank’s RedHot Buffalo Ranch Seasoning due to possible contamination with Salmonella.
Salmonella is an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.… Read full story
The Knox County Grand Jury engaged in a long session on Monday, issuing 23 indictments in a return to pre-pandemic pace. Knox County now had 162 felony cases to date.
Darren L. Price, 38, of Howard, was indicted for charge of felonious assault, a felony of the first degree, with a firearm specification.… Read full story