This time around, it will be much easier to watch the games you want, live or on-demand.
THE SUMMER OLYMPICS are back! After a thoroughly weird 2020 Tokyo Games—which actually took place in 2021 and largely happened without crowds of spectators because of Covid-related restrictions—we’re returning to the relative normalcy of the hyped up, enormously crowded, in-person spectacles of Olympics past.
The 2024 Summer Olympics are taking place in Paris, France. The Olympics start this Friday, July 26. (Technically there are some events before the Opening Ceremony, but we’ll get to those in a minute.) The Games will run every day for just over two weeks, with the Closing Ceremony held on August 11.
Watching the last Summer Olympics involved a bit of juggling between apps, time zones, and prime-time live coverage. This year, the Games will be much easier to watch. NBC, the broadcast partner in the US, has launched a fresh Olympics portal on its Peacock streaming service, giving users a way to bookmark the events they want to watch and then get reminders to tune in live.
If you live in the US and you have cable or an over-the-air antenna, you can watch a mix of packaged highlights and live events on NBC (yet again the Games’ sole US distributor). Cable coverage will be across several NBC channels, including NBC, NBC Sports, CNBC, and the USA Network. Coverage in Spanish is on Telemundo and Universo.
Loveland, Ohio – – The 2024 expanded Sales Tax Holiday will take place from 12:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 30 until 11:59 p.m. Thursday, August 8.
In conjunction with the Ohio General Assembly, Governor DeWine expanded the length of Ohio’s Sales Tax holiday to 10 days and will allow tax-free purchases made in-person or online on all eligible items of up to $500.
“Ohio’s sales tax holiday, historically, has been meant to help families buy clothing and school supplies for the upcoming school year,” said Governor DeWine. “This expanded sales tax break will help Ohio’s families with back-to-school necessities as well as other substantial purchases during a time when so many household budgets are being strained.”
Previous sales tax holidays ran three days, included only school-related items, and offered much lower purchase price limits ($75 maximum on an item of clothing; $20 per item of instructional material and/or school supplies).
Ohio’s sales tax holiday allows tax-free purchases made in-person or online. It does not include an exemption from sales tax for services or any purchase of watercraft, outboard motors, motor vehicles, alcoholic beverage, tobacco, vapor products, or any item that contains marijuana.
Q&A From Ohio Department of Taxation
When is the sales tax holiday?
Starting in 2024, Am. Sub. H.B. 33 provides for a sales tax holiday of at least three days that includes the first Friday, Saturday, and Sunday of August each year if a budget surplus exists. For 2024, Ohio’s sales tax holiday is from 12:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 30 until 11:59 p.m. Thursday, August 8. See also FAQ 25.
What items qualify for the sales tax holiday?
The sales tax holiday will include all tangible personal property that is $500 or less except watercraft or outboard motor required to be titled pursuant to Chapter 1548. of the Revised Code, a motor vehicle, an alcoholic beverage, tobacco, a vapor product, or an item that contains marijuana.
What items do NOT qualify for the sales tax holiday?
The sales tax holiday will not include tangible personal property that is over $500 and those services that are identified in R.C. 5739.01(B)(3). Watercraft or outboard motor required to be titled pursuant to Chapter 1548. of the Revised Code, a motor vehicle, an alcoholic beverage, tobacco, a vapor product as defined in R.C. 5743.01, or an item that contains marijuana as defined in section R.C. 3796.01 are also not included in the sales tax holiday.
Can multiple qualifying items be purchased in a single tax-exempt transaction?
For example, would the purchase of two shirts, two pair of pants, a pair of shoes and a jacket (each item costing $100, total purchase $600) be tax exempt? There is no limit on the amount of the total purchase. The qualification is determined item by item.
Does the $500 exemption apply to the first $500 of an item?
In other words, if the selling price of an item is $600, is the first $500 exempt from sales tax? No. The exemption applies to items selling for $500 or less. If an item sells for more than $500, tax is due on the entire selling price.
What if the retailer sells a pair of skis for $525, can the retailer split the pair of skies to fall below the threshold?
No. A retailer may not split items that are normally sold together in order to fall under the sales price threshold.
What about buy one, get one free or items sold for a reduced price?
The total price of items advertised as “buy one, get one free” or “buy one for a reduced price” cannot be averaged to qualify both items for the exemption. The exemption depends on the actual price paid for each item. For example, if a consumer buys one item at $800 and receives another item for free, the purchase would be subject to sales tax.
How should a retailer handle items normally sold as a unit?
Articles normally sold as a unit must be sold that way during the sales tax holiday. They cannot be priced separately and sold as individual items to qualify for the exemption. However, components normally priced as “separates” may still be sold as separate articles.
How do retailers handle sales of both exempt and taxable items?
If items that meet the exemption are sold with items that do not meet the exemption, for one non-itemized price, then the entire price is subject to sales tax. If the price of the exempt and taxable items are separately stated, then the sales tax exemption can be applied to the exempt items.
How are coupons and discounts handled?
If a retailer offers a discount to reduce the price of an eligible item to $500 or less, the item will qualify for the exemption. This applies to all discounts even if a retailer’s coupon or loyalty card is required to secure the discount. If a retailer accepts a coupon that entitles the retailer to third-party reimbursement, such as a manufacturer’s coupon, the discount provided by the coupon does not reduce the item’s sales price for purposes of determining whether the item is eligible for the exemption.
Does the exemption apply to rain checks?
Eligible items purchased during the sales tax holiday using a rain check qualify for the exemption only if the rain check is redeemed during the sales tax holiday. If it is redeemed after the holiday period, the purchase is taxable.
Does the exemption apply to rebates?
Rebates occur after the sale and do not reduce the sales price of an item for purposes of the sales tax holiday threshold. If the price of the item before rebate exceeds the threshold, it is taxable.
Does the exemption apply to services?
The exemption does not apply to taxable services, such as alterations performed on clothing, car repairs, or any similar services. If items that meet the exemption are sold in connection with services that do not meet the exemption for one non-itemized price, then the entire price is subject to sales tax. If the price of the exempt items and taxable services are separately stated, then the sales tax exemption can be applied to the exempt items.
Does the exemption apply to layaway sales?
Qualifying items placed on or picked up from layaway during the sales tax holiday are exempt from sales tax.
Does the exemption apply to mail, telephone, E-mail, and internet orders?
Qualified items sold to consumers by mail, telephone, e-mail, or Internet shall qualify for the sales tax exemption if the consumer orders and pays for the item and the retailer accepts the order during the exemption period for immediate shipment, even if delivery is made after the exemption period. However, if the order and payment were made before the sales tax holiday, even if the item was delivered during the sales tax holiday, it would not qualify for the exemption. Additionally, if an item is backordered and payment does not occur until a later shipment, the item would not qualify for the exemption.
Does the exemption apply to shipping and handling charges?
If all items in a shipment qualify as eligible items and the sales price for each is within the sales tax holiday price threshold, the shipping and handling charges are not taxable.
If the shipment includes exempt items and taxable items, the seller should allocate the shipping and handling charges by a percentage based on the total price of the taxable items to the total price of all the items in the shipment. The retailer must charge tax on the portion of the shipping and handling charges allocated to the taxable items in the shipment.
How should retailers handle exchanges and returns?
If a consumer buys an eligible item during the sales tax holiday and later exchanges it for the same item, the retailer should not charge sales tax even if the exchange is made after the end of the sales tax holiday.
If a consumer buys an eligible item during the sales tax holiday and returns the item afterthe tax holiday period for credit on the purchase of a different item, the retailer must charge sales tax on the sale of the newly purchased item, even if it would have been eligible for the exemption during the sales tax holiday.
If a consumer buys an eligible item before the holiday period but returns the item during the sales tax holiday period and receives credit on the purchase of a different item of eligible property, no sales tax is due on the sale of the new item. The retailer must provide the consumer credit for both the purchase price and sales tax paid on the item being returned.
How should retailers handle refunds?
Retailers should refund tax to any consumer who was charged sales tax on an exempt item during the sales tax holiday. Consumers who were charged tax by a retailer should take their receipt to the retailer for a refund.
How do retailers report exempt sales?
Those items of tangible personal property that qualify for the exemption during the sales tax holiday, must be reported on Ohio’s Sales and Use Tax Return (form UST-1). All sales for the period, including exempt sales, should be reported on Line 1, under Gross Sales on your sales tax return (form UST-1). Qualifying exempt sales during the holiday should be entered on Line 2 of your UST-1 and subtracted from gross sales along with any other exempt sales for the period.
Is reimbursement available for costs to adjust point of sale equipment?
No. Am.Sub. H.B. 33 does not provide for reimbursement for any costs associated with making the necessary adjustments to point of sale equipment.
Can a vendor choose not to participate in the sales tax holiday?
No. The sales tax holiday is set by law and vendors must comply.
Does the sales tax holiday apply to the county and transit authority permissive tax rates?
Yes, state tax rates (R.C. 5739.02 and R.C. 5741.02) as well as county permissive tax rates (R.C. 5739.021, R.C. 5739.023, R.C. 5739.026, R.C. 5741.021, R.C. 5741.022, and R.C. 5741.023) are included in the sales tax holiday.
Can a retailer advertise for the sales tax holiday?
The Department will not endorse or approve any particular advertisement. However, there is no restriction on advertising for the sales tax holiday.
I often purchase products over the Internet. The website I utilize generally does not charge me the use tax, and I report the use tax related to these purchases on my personal income tax return. During the sales tax holiday, do I still have a use tax requirement for exempt items?
No, if your purchase would have been exempt from sales tax during the sales tax holiday, it is exempt from use tax. Please see the timing restrictions on Internet sales provided for in FAQ 25.
If I purchase from a seller online at 1:00 a.m. on the designated Tuesday in July but the seller is located on the west coast in the Pacific Time Zone, should I be charged sales tax for those items eligible for the sales tax holiday?
Yes. The time zone of the seller’s location determines the authorized time period for the sales tax holiday when the purchaser is located in one time zone and the seller is located in another. In this instance, it is only 10:00 p.m. on Monday in the Pacific Time Zone. The sales tax holiday does not start until 12:00 a.m. on the designated Tuesday.
Does the sales tax holiday apply to periodic payments?
A periodic payment is a transaction where an item is purchased but payments are made at regular intervals, such as weekly, monthly, or yearly. For example, rent-to-own purchases. Does the sales tax holiday apply to any periodic payments that may fall within the holiday and are under the $500 threshold?
No, under Ohio law the full amount of sales tax is due at the time of purchase, even if the tax is then paid through monthly installment payments. This means that, even if the periodic payment is under $500, the sales tax holiday would not reduce the tax due for that payment.
If you purchase a qualifying item during the holiday that is over $500 and subject to periodic payments, the exemption will not apply because the purchase price is over the sales tax holiday threshold. Likewise, if you purchase a qualifying item during the holiday that is under $500 and subject to payments, the item will be subject to the holiday exemption.
Does the sales tax holiday apply to subscription box services?
Subscription boxes are a service in which customers pay to receive regular deliveries of products. If you have a subscription box that you pay for monthly that is a qualifying item under the $500 sales tax threshold and you initially purchased the subscription before the holiday, the monthly payment that falls during the sales tax holiday would be exempt, as subscription boxes are month to month payments on specific, new, tangible personal property.
Are business-to-business sales subject to the sales tax holiday “exemption”?
Yes. Previously the sales tax holiday did not include business-to-business sales, and they were not eligible for the exemption. The new holiday includes these sales. Any sale under $500 is included in the sales tax holiday if it isn’t for watercraft or outboard motors that must be titled, motor vehicles, alcoholic beverages, or tobacco, vapor, or marijuana products.
Is the rental of a motor vehicle or equipment subject to the sales tax holiday “exemption”?
Generally, the rental of tangible personal property like equipment or motor vehicles is subject to tax. Motor vehicles are not subject to new the new holiday, and their rental will continue to be taxable.
However, the sales tax holiday does apply to all other rented equipment. If the product is under $500, the rental agreement begins during the tax holiday period, and the rented equipment isn’t watercraft and outboard motors that must be titled, the sales tax holiday would apply. Examples of eligible equipment are tools, scaffolding, lawn and landscaping equipment, materials handling equipment, or similar products. See also FAQ #26 & #27 for more details on subscriptions and periodic payments.
Is food in a restaurant subject to the sales tax holiday “exemption”?
Under Ohio law, food is taxable if it is consumed on the premises where it is sold. Most commonly, this applies when you are “dining-in” at a restaurant. Since food is taxable when it is “dine-in,” any menu item that is less than $500 would qualify for the sales tax holiday exemption, except for alcohol (or any other non-qualified item).
For example, a total check may be over $500, but if each menu item ordered is less than $500, then the entire check would be tax free. Again, this excludes alcohol, as it does not fall under the holiday and tax must always be collected on its sale.
The automated external defibrillator (AED) at the Loveland Town Clock
David Miller is the Managing Editor of Loveland Magazine
“I think the new law by Governor DeWine is definitely needed. If this can save one life, then it is worth it.”
– Loveland High School Athletic Director Jayson Bruce
by David Miller
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed House Bill 47 on Wednesday. The new law will require automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to be placed in every public and chartered nonpublic school in Ohio, as well as all municipally owned or operated sports and recreation locations.
It will also require schools to adopt emergency action plans for the use of AEDs and practice these plans quarterly, among other provisions.
Among those in attendance for Tuesday’s bill-signing ceremony were representatives from the NFL and several other organizations that make up the Smart Heart Sports Coalition.
Loveland City Manager Dave Kennedy told Loveland Magazine that there is an AED at the Loveland Bike Trail next to the town clock at West Loveland Avenue and Railroad Avenue, Phillips Park, and McCoy Park. “We have cameras protecting the AED’s and if the alarms go off when accessed, the communication center will see them first hand.”
Loveland High School Athletic Director Jayson Bruce told Loveland Magazine, “We have been extremely blessed to have been way ahead of this for many years here in Loveland. As a matter of fact, Loveland High, Middle and Intermediate schools are all certified as Heart Safe schools through Project ADAM. And as part of this certification, we had to create and execute plans to respond to heart emergencies. A huge part of these plans are the AED’s. Our High School and Middle/Intermediate school campuses are extremely well equipped with AED’s for not only the school day, but all of our athletic teams. The number one priority is and always will be safety. We are blessed to be able to provide access to AED’s to all of our sports teams.”
Bruce said that on the High School campus their trainers have an AED with them at all times. There is also an AED mounted on the outside of the team room at Loveland High School Stadium. At Loveland High School, they have AED’s mounted outside of the gyms and the workout facility. Bruce added, “We also have backpack units that go along with our teams that train or participate off campus, like cross country, etc.”
The Loveland Middle and Intermediate school campus is very similar to the High School. “We have AED’s mounted directly outside of each gym. The trainer, who is at football practices and games, always has an AED with them. Since we have teams that practice off campus as well, we send them with AED’s,” Bruce said.
Founded in March 2023 in response to the life-saving emergency response and care provided to Buffalo Bills Safety Damar Hamlin after he experienced a sudden cardiac arrest, the Smart Heart Sports Coalition is comprised of nearly 40 member organizations – including major sports leagues and organizations, as well as leading patient and health advocacy groups across the country – that advocate for efforts to prevent fatalities from sudden cardiac arrest among student-athletes. (Click here to read letter of support from Damar Hamlin)
_________________
The following individuals/organizations involved with the coalition offered statements in support of Governor DeWine’s signing of HB 47:
NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE & RELATED INDIVIDUALS
T.J. Carrie, Founder, T.J. Carrie Foundation, NFL Cornerback “Governor DeWine, we are honored to be a part of this significant milestone. The dedication, vision, and countless hours of effort from many individuals have driven transformative change for our communities. We extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who supported HB 47 and made this achievement possible.”
Kenneth Edmonds, Vice President of Public Policy and Government Affairs, National Football League “On behalf of the National Football League and the nearly 40 members of the Smart Heart Sports Coalition, I applaud Governor DeWine and the Ohio legislature for enacting this common-sense, life-saving measure. With this bill crossing the goal line and into law, Ohio’s school communities and athletic venues are better equipped and prepared to swing into action and respond effectively to a cardiac emergency if it occurs. This is a victory for student safety.”
Damar Hamlin, Buffalo Bills Safety “Today’s bill-signing is a testament to leadership and teamwork, and I thank and applaud Governor DeWine, the leaders of the Ohio legislature, the bill sponsors, and the many Smart Heart Sports Coalition team members who came together to move this life-saving legislation forward. I’ll always consider Ohio my second home, and I’m delighted that this new law makes the places around the state where young people learn, play, and compete safer, more resilient, and better prepared to respond to a cardiac emergency. This is a big win for young people throughout Ohio.” (Click here to read letter of support from Damar Hamlin)
Paul B. Sparling, Head Athletic Trainer Emeritus, Cincinnati Bengals “By signing this bill, once it is fully implemented, it is just a matter of time before someone who suffers a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) at an athletic event or facility in Ohio will be given a second chance at life. I had a ‘front row seat’ at the SCA episode involving Damar Hamlin in January 2023, and got to witness the end result of planning, preparing, practicing, and execution of a well-designed emergency action plan and use of CPR and an AED. Thank you to all of those involved in sponsoring and supporting this life-saving legislation.”
Denzel Ward, Founder/President, Make Them Know Your Name Foundation, Cleveland Browns Cornerback “This legislation is so important and I’m glad to see Ohio taking such strides in the right direction to help avoid heart-related fatalities. Having grown up in Cleveland and being an Ohio State Buckeye and Cleveland Brown, it’s an honor to use my platform to advance the safety measures in place for our communities.”
Nicole Ward, Executive Director/Co-Founder, Make Them Know Your Name Foundation (Denzel’s Mother) “When my son Denzel got drafted to the Cleveland Browns and we set up the Make Them Know Your Name Foundation, our vision was always to take part in life-changing heart health initiatives like HB 47. It’s not lost on me the number of tragedies many of us have had to face to get to this point, and it brings a sense of pride that the story of my family’s tragedy played a part in making this bill a reality.”
OTHER “SMART HEART” ORGANIZATIONS
American Heart Association “The American Heart Association appreciates the legislature and the governor for supporting legislation that will require the placement of AEDs in all public schools along with a requirement that emergency action plans be adopted at these sites and for staff to be trained in using AEDs. This life-saving policy compliments and reinforces Ohio’s existing requirement that coaches be certified in CPR. Sudden cardiac arrest is the leading cause of sudden death in young athletes and most commonly occurs during or just after physical exertion, while engaged in practice sessions, organized competition, or other sports activities. With only seconds to react and every minute crucial, having an appropriate plan in place during a sudden cardiac emergency will certainly make a difference in survival.”
Dr. Stuart Berger, M.D., President, Citizen CPR Foundation, and Medical Director, Project ADAM “We are beyond delighted that Governor DeWine is signing HB 47 into law and are thankful to the state of Ohio. This bill will require AED placement in schools and will undoubtedly save the lives of both students as well as adults. To the state of Ohio, where Damar Hamlin had a very successful public resuscitation after a cardiac arrest, we say THANK YOU!!!!”
Lindsay Davis, Former Miss Ohio, Eponym of Lindsay’s Law, Heart Patient “As a former Miss Ohio, athlete, and current heart patient, I helped pass Lindsay’s Law. I am humbled and grateful to build on that legislation with the support of Representative Brown, Representative Bird, Governor DeWine, and all of the inspiring NFL Smart Heart Sports Coalition advocates who have worked so hard to pass HB 47. As Ohioans, we are leading the charge to safeguard our children’s futures and I couldn’t be more proud.”
Mary M. Newman, President & CEO, Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation “As a national nonprofit organization, advocating for the prevention of death and disability from sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) with a vibrant SCA survivor community, and as a member of the Smart Heart Sports Coalition, we commend the Ohio legislature for passing HB 47. We believe this legislation will undoubtedly help save lives by requiring placement of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in public and chartered nonpublic schools and public recreational facilities; requiring staff at these locations to be trained in the use of AEDs; requiring the Ohio Department of Health to develop a model emergency action plan; and providing liability protections for those using AEDs in good faith.”
Darren Sudman, Simon’s Dad and Co-Founder of Simon’s Heart “There are so few instances in life where major problems have an easy solution. HB 47 is one of them. Schools and the people inside of them are now prepared to respond to sudden cardiac arrest. All you need are chest compressions, an automated external defibrillator, and a plan. Thanks to this law, we do.”
The Governor was also joined for Tuesday’s ceremony by the bill’s primary sponsors, as well as leadership from the Ohio Senate and Ohio House of Representatives:
Ohio House Speaker Jason Stephens (R-Kitts Hill) “Having three sons who competed in high school sports, and one of our teammates almost had an incident, it really does hit home. Hopefully this will affect people throughout the state of Ohio, and it will be a positive thing and something that shows we care about our kids in Ohio, and we care about our future.”
Ohio Senate President Matt Huffman (R-Lima) “The stories are certainly compelling. We know that, unfortunately, this is not an isolated incident. It happens throughout the United States and throughout the world. Our legislature does a lot of work to bring things like this together. I want to congratulate the bill sponsors, the Speaker, and the Governor for this day.”
State Rep. Richard Brown (D-Canal Winchester) “AEDs in combination with CPR can and will save lives. Canen Dickman is here with us today because of this. What we wanted to do was to pass a bill that was common sense, bipartisan, that will do what it did for Canaan: save lives – and not just young people, but everybody around the state of Ohio. I am honored to be the person that was entrusted by my constituents to bring this idea forth. I thank Representative Bird for cosponsoring this bill with me, everyone in the legislature, and all of the other entities that gave their support. It takes a village to do something like this, and I thank everyone who was involved.”
State Rep. Adam Bird (R-New Richmond) “Only a couple of months after the whole nation watched Damar Hamlin’s life be saved by an AED in Cincinnati, a 17-year-old student in my district back home passed away from sudden cardiac arrest during the school day. After those events took place, the opportunity presented itself for me to join Representative Brown on this bill and I quickly jumped on that opportunity, because we all see the importance of doing everything that we can to save young people’s lives.”
Loveland, Ohio – I met Scott and Brandon Fair the father and son duo of Scott Fair Painting Service in the early stage of their restoration work on Loveland’s iconic Loveland B&O Railroad Depot. The 117-year-old depot is owned by Martin Schickel and is located right on the Loveland Bike Trail in Historic Downtown Loveland.
Scott and Brandon won the contract to re-paint the exterior of the Loveland landmark and told me about their approach to working on a building with historic importance.
Miami Township, Ohio – The Miami Township Board of Trustees has named Lieutenant Robert Hirsch as Miami Township’s new Chief of Police. Hirsch has served 17 years with the Miami Township Police Department, and has held the role of supervising the daily operations of the department since 2021. Hirsch is a United States Army veteran and also a graduate of the University of Cincinnati.
In a press release the Township said, “While with the Miami Township Police Department, Mr. Hirsch implemented new community initiatives to further promote relationships and transparency between the police department and citizens. His experience ranges from operational and administrative aspects of policing, including patrol operations, criminal investigations, as well as developing strategies for crime reduction and community engagement.”
Mary Makley Wolff (LinkedIn image)
Mary Makley Wolff, Chair of the Board of Trustees said, “Mr. Hirsch possesses a thorough understanding of critical issues and priorities affecting the Township. We know he will lead and inspire our police department personnel while continuing initiatives to ensure public trust in the department, improve personnel wellness, and address crime in our community.” She added, “We are confident in Mr. Hirsch’s leadership and believe he is the perfect fit as the Township’s newest Chief of Police.”
“I am both honored and humbled to be selected as the new Police Chief for Miami Township,” Hirsch said. “All employees of the Miami Township Police Department will constantly strive to improve upon the delivery of world-class police services while maintaining strong community involvement as we continue to make Miami Township a safe place to live, work, visit, and play. I am completely committed to leading an efficient, well-managed department that is rooted in service to the Miami Township community.”
Chief of Police Mike Mills
In June, current Chief of Police Mike Mills announced that he would be retiring after 31 years of public service. Mills will retire from his position on July 31. He was hired at the Miami Township Police Department as the Assistant Chief of Police in March 2014 where he has served until his appointment to Chief of Police on February1, 2019.
The Miami Township Police Department is an internationally accredited police agency with 50 sworn officers with a mission “to continually improve the delivery of unparalleled services, while fostering effective partnerships, and, in turn, preserve the quality of life our residents have come to enjoy.”
Hirsch will be sworn in during the Miami Township Board of Trustees’ Business Meeting on Tuesday, August 20, at 7PM at the Miami Township Civic Center located at 6101 Meijer Drive, Miami Township, Ohio 45150.
Loveland, Ohio – Would you like to have Cassie our local influencer and “Celeb,” emcee, make announcements, or host one of your events so that your customers stay engaged, entertained, donating, bidding, and shopping? Well now is your chance to hire Cassie for your next public event or fundraiser!
Cassie has an extensive background in PR, Marketing, and Broadcast Journalism making her ability to emcee and host public events come naturally! Cassie has been on camera and in front of audiences for most of her life and hopes to enter her next journalism era as a host and emcee!
On July 4 Cassie commentated the City of Loveland’s 4th of July Parade LIVE for the second time. Cassie’s commentating video so far has been viewed by 4,175 people and the views continue to grow daily!
__________________
It was the largest Loveland 4th of July Parade to date! If you missed it, watch it now!
Deerfield Township, Ohio – The Columbia Road and Davis Road/Myrtle Avenue intersection will be closed for the construction of a roundabout beginning Monday, July 22, for sixteen weeks.
The Columbia Road closure location is between addresses 9311 and 9228. All addresses along Davis Road will only have access from the east.
During Phase 1 of the road closure, Myrtle Avenue will have access from the north until the traffic is switched, then during Phase II – access will be from the south.
The roundabout will be constructed by Ford Development Corporation and the project is funded by the Warren County Board of County Commissioners, Warren County Engineer’s Office, and Deerfield Township through the Warren County Transportation Improvement District.
The detour for the Columbia Road closure will utilize Fields-Ertel Road and US22/SR3. The detour for Davis Road closure will utilize Rich Road, Fields-Ertel Road, and US22/SR3. Myrtle Avenue will have access from Columbia Road.
Date: Friday, July 19, 2024 Time: 10:00 AM Location: Harriet Beecher Stowe House, 2950 Gilbert Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45206
Join us for a special ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring esteemed state and local leaders. Celebrate the historic housewarming of the Harriet Beecher Stowe House with inspiring speeches and a tour of this significant landmark. The house will be open after the ceremony until 4pm.
Confirmed Speakers:
Marty Linz & Christina Hartlieb, Friends of Harriet Beecher Stowe House
Holly McGee, University of Cincinnati
Lydia Morgan, Chair, Juneteenth Cincinnati
Mona Jenkins, President, Walnut Hills Area Council
Join us for a day of family-friendly events fostering a shared historical experience at the historic Beecher family home and Edgemont Inn. The house will be open from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Performances & Activities:
11am – “Summer of Song” Concert with Linton Peanut Butter & Jam: 11:00 AM
12pm – Face Painting: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
1pm – Storytime and Book Signings with Author Kristy High: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Craft stations, sno cones, popcorn, and under the big tent, and Cincinnati Black History Coloring Books from Urbanist Media available while supplies last under the big tent.
Artist Unite: Artmaking, Black Art Speaks presentation, and Open Mic Poetry
Local visual, musical, and spoken word artists will gather to experience the new 2-era restoration and create their own art in response. The house will be open from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Come and immerse yourself in a creative atmosphere where artists unite to celebrate and create. Enjoy tours, presentations, and performances in this unique historical setting.
Presentations & Performances:
Urban Sketcher Cincinnati Meetup
Presentation of Commissioned Work by Black Art Speaks Artists Deja Fletcher and Ke’Monte Figgs
Open Mic, Music, and Dance Performances: Featuring CY Lenise, Camille Jones, Ant Alic, Lisa Marie, Gifted Johnson, Nick Fury, Brave Nate, Lucky Lee, D’Maris, MoPoetry Phillips, and Zeda Stew
Refreshments:
Provided by The Donut Spot
About the Harriet Beecher Stowe House
The nonprofit Friends of Harriet Beecher Stowe House manages a Cincinnati home where Harriet Beecher Stowe lived during the formative years that led her to write the best-selling novel Uncle Tom’s Cabin. The house has a second historic marker and restored section as the Edgemont Inn, one of the few remaining Ohio locations safe for travelers of color in the early 1900s and listed in The Negro Motorist Green Book. This historic site is part of the Ohio History Connection’s network of more than 50 sites and museums across Ohio. For more information about programs and events, call 513-751-0651 or visit www.stowehousecincy.org.
Ohio History Connection
The Ohio History Connection, formerly the Ohio Historical Society, is a statewide history organization with the mission to spark discovery of Ohio’s stories. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization chartered in 1885, the Ohio History Connection carries out history services for Ohio and its citizens focused on preserving and sharing the state’s history. This includes housing the state historic preservation office, the official state archives, local history office and managing more than 50 sites and museums across Ohio. For more information on programs and events, visit ohiohistory.org.
David Miller is the Managing Editor of Loveland Magazine
David Miller
Loveland, Ohio – Because the Ohio Capital Journal is such a vital part of our reporting to the Greater Loveland Area, we are thrilled that we can share that in the “Ohio’s Best Journalism Contest” from the Society of Professional Journalists, the Ohio Capital Journal won seven awards last week, including three first place finishes and four in second place. The contest covered stories and editorial from 2023.
Because of the Journal, Loveland Magazine equals any news outlet in the Greater Cincinnati Area in the number of reports from the Ohio Statehouse; and certainly the quality of the stories we are so fortunate to be able to publish is second to none.
Ohio Capital Journal Editor-in-Chief and Opinion Columnist David DeWitt
In announcing the awards, Ohio Capital Journal Editor-in-Chief and Opinion Columnist David DeWitt said, “We are incredibly honored and grateful for this recognition from our fellow journalists. We are also humbled by and grateful for all of the support we receive from our readers and Ohioans across the state.”
That includes you, our Loveland Magazine faithful readers.
Congratulations Journal! We are certainly very grateful for your devoted work and dedication.
________________
The Ohio Capital Journal is an independent, nonprofit news organization dedicated to connecting Ohioans to their state government and its impact on their lives. The Capital Journal combines Ohio state government coverage with incisive investigative journalism, reporting on the consequences of policy, political insight and principled commentary. They are part of States Newsroom, the nation’s largest state-focused nonprofit news organization.
________________
The latest awards come after the Ohio Capital Journal won seven SPJ awards last year, and five the year before. Overall, the Ohio Capital Journal has won 19 Ohio Society of Professional Journalists awards in the last three years.
In digital media categories, Capital Journal Senior Reporter Marty Schladen won first place for best government/political reporting; reporter Megan Henry won first place for best education reporting; and Editor/Columnist David DeWitt and Columnist Marilou Johanek won first place for best overall commentary/opinion blog section.
Reporter Susan Tebben won second place for best education reporting; OCJ/WEWS reporter Morgan Trau won second place for best government/political reporting; reporter Susan Tebben won second place for best medical/science/health care reporting, and the Ohio Capital Journal won second place for best general news site.
Below we are sharing the award-winning entries.
Marty Schladen
Best Government/Political Reporting — First Place — Marty Schladen
Calling all local businesses! It’s time to assemble your team and gear up for the most epic corporate field day of the year!
Date: August 1st
Location: Fountain Square, Downtown Cincinnati
“Whether you’re here to win or just to have fun, the Cincinnati Corporate Olympics is the perfect event to boost team spirit, network with other companies, and enjoy a day filled with exciting challenges and activities.”
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to showcase your team’s skills and camaraderie. Sign up now and be part of an unforgettable experience!
Loveland, Ohio – Would you like to have Cassie our local influencer and “Celeb,” emcee, make announcements, or host one of your events so that your customers stay engaged, entertained, donating, bidding, and shopping? Well now is your chance to hire Cassie for your next public event or fundraiser!
Best General News Site — Second Place — Ohio Capital Journal