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WASHINGTON — February 24, 2022 – The Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers today that the fastest and easiest way to check on tax refunds is by using the Where’s My Refund? tool on IRS.gov or through the IRS2Go mobile app.
This year, more than ever before, those who don’t normally have to file a tax return may wish to do so to get child-related tax credits that were expanded by the American Rescue Plan.… Read full story
MV Wrestling history was made Saturday as Sophomore 115 pound Emma Rinehart becomes the first Mount Vernon Wrestler to place at the Girls State Wrestling Tournament held at Hilliard Davidson High School.
“I am extremely proud of Emma. You always want to see your athletes succeed and do well at the end of the season.… Read full story
(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—In honor of the life and legacy of Medina County Domestic Relations Judge Mary Kovack, Governor DeWine has ordered that flags of the United States and the State of Ohio be flown at half-staff upon all public buildings and grounds throughout Medina County.… Read full story
(COLUMBUS, Ohio) – More than 300 people joined an online educational forum presented this week by the Ohio Attorney General’s Elder Abuse Commission aimed at helping older Ohioans avoid financial exploitation, an all-too-common form of elder abuse.
“Estimates are that older people lose billions of dollars each year to theft and fraud,” Attorney General Yost told attendees.… Read full story
The Mount Vernon City Council will hold a special meeting on Monday, March 21, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall, 40 Public Square, Mount Vernon, Ohio for the limited purpose of open meetings and public records training.… Read full story
COLUMBUS – Ohio State Highway Patrol troopers filed felony drug charges against a Kentucky man after a stop in Scioto County. During the traffic stop, troopers seized 115 grams of crystal methamphetamine worth approximately $9,200.
On February 23, at 12:40 a.m.,… Read full story
(IRONTON, Ohio) — Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost and Lawrence County Prosecuting Attorney Brigham Anderson are enlisting the public’s help after the indictment of a Lawrence County man on voyeurism and child pornography charges.
Richard Slack, 68, of Chesapeake, was indicted Feb.… Read full story
Farm Service Agency Will Accept Applications Through April 15
WASHINGTON, Feb. 24, 2022 — Hog producers who sold hogs through a spot market sale during the COVID-19 pandemic now have until April 15, 2022, to submit their applications for the U.S.
Study highlights the need for public health messaging strategies that address biases against all population groups that have been marginalized.
People from all major racial and ethnic minority population groups in the United States report experiencing more COVID-19–related discrimination than white adults, a new study shows.… Read full story
Danville/Brinkhaven Police Report – Feb 24, 2022
(Information courtesy of The Danville Police Department)
February 15
A vehicle driven by Jason W. Matis of Coshocton was pulling a vehicle with a chain and stopped for a stop sign at the intersection of North Market and Main Street.… Read full story