Month: December 2022
Governor DeWine & Governor Kemp Place Wager on College Football Playoff Matchup
(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Georgia Governor Brian Kemp placed a friendly wager ahead of the College Football Playoff semifinal between The Ohio State University and the University of Georgia at the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl.
This year, Governor DeWine offered some of Ohio’s famous buckeye candies from Marsha’s Homemade Buckeyes in Perrysburg; Stewart’s Root Beer, which was founded in Mansfield, Ohio, in 1924; and some Ohio maple syrup made by Governor DeWine’s son John DeWine at Flying Mouse Farms in Yellow Springs.… Read full story
BBB Tip: Five Resolutions for a Fraud-Free New Year
The loss of money, personal information, and perseverance of scammers continue with online purchase scams as the riskiest of scams.
BBB recommends adding a few precautionary steps to the New Year’s resolution list, along with the weight loss and financial goals, to help make the upcoming days and months fraud-free.… Read full story
As 2022 Winds Down, AG Yost Fires Up Multiple Consumer-Protection Lawsuits
(COLUMBUS, Ohio) — In the final days of the year, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost filed eight consumer-protection lawsuits across the state against businesses accused of ripping off Ohioans, reinforcing his commitment to holding “bad actors” accountable.
“Misleading and unlawful business practices – especially those that take direct aim at customers’ wallets – will not be overlooked,” Yost said.… Read full story
IRS Issues Standard Mileage Rates for 2023; Business Use Increases 3 Cents Per Mile
WASHINGTON – December 29, 2022 – The Internal Revenue Service today issued the 2023 optional standard mileage rates used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or moving purposes.
Beginning on January 1, 2023, the standard mileage rates for the use of a car (also vans, pickups or panel trucks) will be:
- 65.5 cents per mile driven for business use, up 3 cents from the midyear increase setting the rate for the second half of 2022.
Kroger Assistant Store Manager Position Available
Assistant Store Manager
Kroger
Full-Time
Pay depends on role and experience.
Position Summary:
Assistant Store Leader is responsible for assisting with the overall day-to-day operations of the store including continuous development of effective store associates to achieve desired sales and profit results.… Read full story
Patrol Warns Against Driving Impaired for New Year’s Holiday
COLUMBUS – December 29, 2022 – This year, the New Year’s Eve holiday is different from years past. The holiday is also mixed with a college football playoff game, featuring the Ohio State Buckeyes. The Ohio State Highway Patrol is urging drivers who intend to watch football and/or celebrate the new year to plan ahead and designate a sober driver.… Read full story
Start the New Year off With an Energizing First Day Hike
State parks offering free, family friendly Jan. 1 programming.
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Start the new year right and get fit naturally by spending a few hours outside enjoying the beauty of winter in Ohio. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is hosting a number of First Day Hikes around the state on January 1, 2023, to celebrate the new year and showcase Ohio’s amazing and picturesque state parks.
… Read full storyBBB Scam Alert: ‘Tis the Season to Donate, and Scammers are Taking Advantage
With so many purchases during the holiday season, it can be easy to miss a fraudulent credit card charge or two – especially if it appears to be from a charity. Keep a close eye on your credit card statement this time of year.… Read full story
Knox County Sheriff’s Report – Dec 30, 2022
Knox County Sheriff’s Report – Dec 30, 2022
(Information courtesy of The Knox County Sheriff’s Office)
December 28
A caller reported someone opened unemployment in her name. A report is being done for documentation.
December 29
A deputy conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle after Detectives witnessed multiple traffic violations.… Read full story