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Understanding Ohio’s New Driver’s License and State ID Cards

7 Feb , 2020

Ohio’s driver licenses and state ID cards have changed and there are several things you need to be aware of, especially the looming October 1 deadline for those who will need the ID for air travel or access to federal facilities. There are two kinds of cards to choose from: a standard card and a compliant card. The standard card is similar to previous license and ID cards. To get one, you must show your Deputy Registrar license agency proof of your full legal name, date of birth, social security number, address, and in some cases, your legal right to be in the United States. Read More

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Stand Up And Be Counted

1 Oct , 2019

Preparations are underway for the 2020 Federal Census, and it’s important that everyone be counted because the census has far-reaching implications for Richland County residents. The census will determine federal funding for the state and local governments including funding for transportation, health care, education, and housing. The new population count also impacts redistricting and the number of representatives Ohio will have in the U.S. House of Representatives. Read More

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Back To School Sales Tax Holiday Is Here

29 Jul , 2019

The State of Ohio will exempt certain school supplies and clothing from the state sales tax during the first weekend in August. The three-day sales tax break will be Friday, August 2 at 12 AM to Sunday, August 4 at 11:59 PM. Read More

Back To School, State of Ohio

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New Site To Promote Opportunity Zone Investment In Ohio, Mansfield

26 Apr , 2019

On Wednesday, during the Ohio Opportunity Zones Showcase hosted by the Ohio Development Services Agency, OpportunityZones.Ohio.Gov was unveiled. The new marketing platform allows Ohio’s 320 Opportunity Zones to share details on areas of their communities with high potential for new investment, development, and job creation. Read More

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Ohio Wildlife Council Sets Hunting Seasons; Makes Changes at Meeting

12 Apr , 2019

The Ohio Wildlife Council approved Ohio’s 2019-2020 hunting season dates and bag limits at its meeting on Wednesday. In addition, the council approved to increase the bag limit for walleye in Lake Erie and the Maumee River in March 2020. Read More

Hunting, State of Ohio

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101 Vehicles And More Available Through Upcoming State Auction

30 Jan , 2019

A 2012 Harley Davidson FXDC Dyna Super Glide Custom motorcycle is among 101 vehicles up for bid at the next surplus vehicle auction Saturday, February 2. The auction also will include a 2013 Ford E350 cargo van w/ liftgate, 2008 Dodge Ram 2500 Quad Cab ST 4X4 utility bed truck and a variety of other trucks, cars and SUVs. The auction will be held at the Ohio Department of Administrative Services, General Services Division headquarters, 4200 Surface Road in Columbus. Read More

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New Ohio Certificate Of Title Implemented

3 Jan , 2019

A new year often brings changes in government operations, big and small. Beginning this month, the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV), in collaboration with county Clerk of Courts Title offices, will implement a new Ohio Certificate of Title for motor vehicles and watercraft. Read More

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Kasich Signs 31 New Measures Into Law

20 Dec , 2018

Ohio has several new laws on the books, each of which will become effective at some point in the coming months. Each was signed by Governor Kasich after passage during the lame duck session of the Ohio General Assembly. Read More

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First Two Weeks Of Ohio Medical Marijuana Control Program Statistics Released

19 Dec , 2018

The State of Ohio Board of Pharmacy has activated the Ohio Medical Marijuana Control Program Patient & Caregiver Registry. The Registry is the online portal where physicians with a certificate to recommend medical marijuana will register patients and caregivers, and also issue recommendations. Patients and caregivers will also complete their registrations, and update their registration details, using the Registry. Read More

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All Ohioans Are Invited To Celebrate At The Statehouse

1 Dec , 2018

It’s that time of the year again to grab your entire family, friends and bring some holiday cheer to celebrate the Ohio Statehouse Holiday Festival and Tree Lighting. This year’s celebration will take place Thursday, December 6 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. This free family-friendly event is open to the public. Read More

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Behind The Wheel: Will Mansfield Join Other Ohio Cities In Embracing Driverless Cars?

28 Nov , 2018

The State of Ohio has announced an expansion of the Autonomous Vehicle Pilot Program, created earlier this year by Governor Kasich. That program links private industry with cities interested in serving as testing sites for autonomous and connected vehicle technology. While Mansfield has not been publicized as expressing an interest, Athens, Columbus, Dublin, and Marysville have signed agreements with DriveOhio, the state’s center for smart mobility, to test autonomous and connected vehicles along with other smart mobility infrastructure. Read More

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From Storage To Showcase: Ohio Constitution Exhibit First Of Its Kind In The Country

23 Nov , 2018

The Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board (CSRAB) and the Capitol Square Foundation (CSF), in partnership with the Ohio History Connection, will unveil the Ohio Constitution Exhibit in the Statehouse Museum on Wednesday, November 28 at 10 AM in the Museum Gallery. The $850,000 exhibit will permanently house the state constitutions of 1802 and 1851, as well as a major series of amendments added in 1912 so sweeping that many consider it to be a third constitution. Ohio will now be the first state capitol in the country to publicly display their state's constitutions. Read More

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Ohio Implements Bold New Law To Deter Against Distracted Driving

1 Nov , 2018

Having become law on October 29, House Bill 95 establishes Ohio’s unique approach of combating distracted driving by enhancing existing moving violations. For example, law enforcement officers no longer will need to prove a driver is texting, but only that a moving violation has occurred and the driver was distracted at the time. Read More

Automobiles, State of Ohio, Traffic Safety

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Ohio Gets A New Online Home

31 Aug , 2018

Recent visitors to the State of Ohio’s website at ohio.gov – a place where even frequent visitors could sometimes get lost and have difficulty locating information they need – have discovered a pleasant surprise in recent days. What was dated and somewhat unwieldly is now brand-new, easy to navigate, and full of great features. Read More

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