The Federal Reserve’s final new rule involved in the implementation of credit card changes takes effect August 22 and will protect consumers from unfair penalty and inactivity fees, said Ohio Attorney General Richard Cordray.
Marion Church Offering Financial Peace University
August 10, 2010 by
Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University begins at Dayspring Wesleyan Church on September 8th at 7:00 PM in Dayspring's Fellowship Hall, 431 Marion-Mt Gilead Road in Marion. To get information on the course, the church is holding two free preview classes.
Change in State Tax Tables to Save Taxpayers Millions
August 2, 2010 by
The Ohio Department of Taxation Monday unveiled its first-ever adjustment of Ohio's individual income tax tables for inflation, a move that will save Ohioans an estimated $25 million annually starting with the returns due next spring.
State Average for Gas Prices Drops 8 Cents
August 2, 2010 by
Ohio gas prices are down 8 cents from last week and are a nickel cheaper than the national average.
The latest survey from auto club AAA, the Oil Price Information Service and Wright Express shows the state's average price for regular-grade gasoline has fallen from $2.76 per gallon last Monday to the current $2.68. The national average for regular is now $2.73.
High-Risk Insurance Program for Ohioans Opens Soon
July 24, 2010 by
Ohioans with pre-existing health conditions, such as cancer or diabetes, can apply for coverage under a new high-risk insurance pool beginning Aug. 1, state officials said Thursday.
The insurance pool is a key piece of President Barack Obama's health care overhaul. The programs will be in place until 2014 _ when health insurance companies will no longer be allowed to deny coverage to people in poor health.
Ohio State Raising Room and Board by Over $400
June 19, 2010 by
Ohio State University's trustees have approved an increase that would charge resident students an average of $465 more for room and board in the next school year.
The board of trustees approved the 5.5 percent increase on Friday.
Healthcare Bill Could Mean Higher State Costs
June 18, 2010 by
An expansion of Medicaid that's part of the Obama health care law will boost the program's cost to Ohio taxpayers by $1.45 billion over five years, according to projections provided to a newspaper by the administration of Democratic Gov. Ted Strickland.
Time Running Out To Apply For Tax Break
June 4, 2010 by
Senior citizens and disabled homeowners who are not already enrolled in the property tax relief program known as the homestead exemption have until Monday, June 7 to sign up for the 2010 tax year, according to the Ohio Department of Taxation.
Ohio State University To Increase Tuition
May 17, 2010 by
The Ohio State University Board of Trustees today approved a two-part increase in tuition for Columbus campus undergraduates beginning with a 3.5 percent increase for the upcoming Summer Quarter. An additional 3.5 percent increase will take effect beginning Fall Quarter for the 2010-2011 academic year.
Water Rates Going Up, But Less Than Requested
May 6, 2010 by
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) Wednesday authorized Ohio American Water Company to increase water and wastewater rates at a much lower rate than was requested. With the approval of the new rates, the company will generate an additional $2.6 million annually, a 7.1 percent increase over current operating revenues.
