In its continued effort to reform and modernize the Medicaid program, the Ohio Department of Medicaid is seeking public comment on a series of current initiatives. Residents who wish to learn more about these proposals, or provide public comment, can do so at the links below.
Month: July 2017
Ohio Man Charged with Involuntary Manslaughter for Fentanyl Overdose Death
(YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio)— Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine and Mahoning County Sheriff Jerry Greene announced today that an Ohio man has been arrested on charges connected to the death of a man who overdosed on fentanyl in April.
A Mahoning County grand jury indicted Kyle Christy, 36, of Austintown Township, on the following felony charges:
- One count of involuntary manslaughter, a felony of the first degree
- One count of corrupting another with drugs, a felony of the second degree
- One count of trafficking in cocaine, a felony of the fifth degree
Christy is accused in connection with the death of Randie Steehler, 55, of Youngstown, who overdosed on fentanyl while at a bar on Mahoning Avenue in Youngstown on April 15, 2017.… Read full story
Patrol Identifies Victims from State Fair Accident
Columbus – The Ohio State Highway Patrol continues to investigate a ride accident which resulted in the death of one person and injured seven others. The accident occurred at the Ohio State Fair yesterday at 7:24 p.m. on a ride called the Fireball, which is operated by Amusements of America.… Read full story
Critical Need for Blood Donors
The Red Cross is in a critical blood donor need! Please help us save lives through your generosity! There is a Target gift card waiting for each person who attempts to donate. Call 1-800-RedCross or redcrossblood.org and use sponsor code MtVernonFireDept to schedule.… Read full story
Job Opportunities with New Directions Shelter
JOB OPPORTUNITY: New Directions seeks multiple part-time night and weekend staff – paid and volunteers.
Core responsibilities include:
1. Ensure safety and security of residents; provide individual advocacy for shelter residents and their children
2. When necessary, notify on-call staff regarding situations that require immediate attention
3.… Read full story
Knox County Convention Center at the Knox County Fair
We will be back at the fair today so please stop in our booth in the Merchants building to pick up your 2017 Knox Ways Magazine or a Map Brochure of Knox County.
While your hear check out one of the new events the Knox County Fair is bringing to you this year.
Ohio Artists Showcase Talents at Ohio State Fair Fine Arts Exhibition
16 Artists Receive Ohio Arts Council Awards
COLUMBUS, Ohio – July 26, 2017
From pig races to paintings, the Ohio State Fair has something for everyone. While the fair’s ever-popular selection of food vendors sell creative confections that tantalize the taste buds, an extensive exhibition at the Cox Fine Arts Center aims to be a feast for the eyes.
Heavy Rain Expected
Scattered storms will produce heavy rain into the evening. Slow movement and repeated heavier rains may produce localized flooding. Strong gusty winds may accompany a few storms. Be alert to high water and flooded roadways!
Mount Vernon Police Register – Jul 27 2017
Mount Vernon Police Register – Jul 27 2017
(Information courtesy of The Mount Vernon Police Department)
Kirt Lacey, 32, of Gambier,
was cited for operation at stop sign on July 26th 2017.
Investigation Tests New Methods of Water Recycling in Space
The Capillary Structures investigation uses capillary action, or the ability for a liquid to flow through a narrow spaces, such as small tubes, to move liquids and gases in microgravity, a task that can’t be tested in Earth’s gravity environment.
HOUSTON, TX, July 27, 2017 /24-7PressRelease/ — Sometimes the best solution to a complex problem is the simplest one.… Read full story