As part of America Saves Week 2017, February 27 – March 4, the Ohio Department of Commerce – Division of Securities is partnering with the North American Securities Administrators Association (NASAA) to urge Ohio investors to “investigate before you invest” to help prevent investment fraud as part of the national savings campaign. “One of our […]
Protect Your Money: a financial resolution for the New Year
December 30, 2016 by
As another year draws to a close, Ohio’s Division of Securities and the Division of Financial Institutions are urging Ohioans to protect their hard-earned money from unwise financial decisions and potentially harmful investments. “Being money smart should be a year-round exercise, but at this time of the year some consumers may face a financial crunch […]
10 New Year’s consumer protection tips
December 30, 2016 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today offered consumer protection tips ahead of the New Year. “Our mission is to protect Ohio’s families,” Attorney General DeWine said. “We want to help consumers avoid scams, identity theft, and other problems. We encourage people to take steps to protect themselves and to contact the Ohio Attorney General’s Office […]
PUCO schedules public hearing in Marion over Aqua Ohio rate increase request
December 23, 2016 by
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) has scheduled three local public hearings, including one in Marion, to provide customers an opportunity to express their views on Aqua Ohio’s proposed rate increase. In May 2016, Aqua Ohio filed an application with the PUCO to increase the rates it charges customers for water service. Aqua Ohio […]
Dec. 7 is deadline to decide Medicare coverage for 2017
December 7, 2016 by
Lieutenant Governor Mary Taylor is reminding Ohioans on Medicare that the open enrollment deadline to determine their coverage for 2017 is Dec. 7. Taylor, also director of the Ohio Department of Insurance, said people still undecided or just starting the evaluation process can turn to the department’s Ohio Senior Health Insurance Program (OSHIIP) for free […]
Energy conservation and safety tips for the holiday season
December 5, 2016 by
This time of year, many Ohio families begin putting up decorations to celebrate the holidays. Decorations help make the season bright, but can also create safety hazards. The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) offers some tips to ensure a safe and energy efficient holiday season. Decorating safely Decorating this holiday season can be done […]
Ohio Attorney General offers 12 holiday shopping tips for consumers
November 23, 2016 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today offered holiday consumer protection tips ahead of 2016 Thanksgiving weekend, one of the busiest shopping weekends of the year. “We encourage consumers to take some simple steps to protect themselves,” Attorney General DeWine said. “Whether they’re shopping online or in stores, we encourage people to take their time, understand […]
2017 funds now available for Local Agricultural Easement Purchase Program
November 11, 2016 by
The Ohio Department of Agriculture today announced that nine land trusts, four counties, one township and 11 Soil and Water Conservation Districts will receive funding to help preserve farmland across the state. These organizations will receive allocations from the Clean Ohio Fund to select, close and monitor easements under the Local Agricultural Easement Purchase Program […]
Community Chat to focus on cash benefits for war era veterans
November 7, 2016 by
“Cash Benefits for War Era Veterans and Surviving Spouses” is the topic of a Community Chat presented by Elder Law Attorney Steve Roush on Wednesday, November 9, 2016 from 1:00pm to 2:00pm at the Kingston Residence of Marion. If you are a war time veteran or the widow of a war time veteran, you may […]
Marion campus hosting FAFSA nights to help families get an early start on student aid
October 12, 2016 by
College students and their families can apply for Federal and state financial aid for the 2017-2018 beginning this month. In prior years, students had to wait until January 1 to begin the process. This change allows students and their families to apply earlier for Federal and state grants, loans, and work-study funds., as well as […]
