The 2010 Halloween Parade presented by Hancock Leadership Alumni Association will take place in downtown Findlay on Tuesday, October 26 at 7:00 p.m.  Any group, organization, or business interested in participating can register or get more information on-line at www.hancockleadershipalumni.com , pick up a registration packet at the Chamber of Commerce or request a packet by e-mailing your name and address to parade@hancockleasdershipalumni.com. Register TODAY and you can still receive the

early bird discount!

Grab Bag Halloween Parade Deal!

Get in on an amazing deal! Promote your business, event or cause in this year's 600 Halloween Parade Grab Bags for just $50! Provide coupons, flyers or promotional items and we will have the crowd grabbing them up! Deadline is Oct. 22. Call 419.788.0209 for more information.

HANCOCK HISTORICAL MUSEUM: SPOOKTACULAR Tuesday, October 26th 5-7

Family Friendly Fun and Games:

Spooky Storytelling - Make your own Mask - Paint your own

Pumpkin - Bob for Apples - Toothbrush Give Away -

Coloring Stations - Face Paint Artist- Raffle -

For More Information - 419 423-4433

Haunted Hull House Tour @ 6:00 pm - and so much more.......

$1 Per Person - Suggested Donation

Park Downtown Early - Eat and Play at Museum before Parade!

Special Thanks to: Nancy E. Dysinger, DDS; Kimberli C. Best, DDS Emily C. Heintzelman, DDS,

Dr. Russell D. Hatfield, DDS MS Dr. Bruce S. Heater, DDS Findlay Orthodontics, Inc. Scott W. Miller, DDS Gregory J. Hutchison, DDS MS Stan K. Doty, DDS Kathryn Lewis & Bruce Mutchler, DDS Angela Bateson, DDS Conine's Country Market,

Northwest Ohio Medical Equipment and Bridge Personal Care Services to Hold Flu and Pneumonia Vaccine Clinics

Northwest Ohio Medical Equipment (NOME), along with Bridge Personal Care Services, will hold community flu and pneumonia vaccine clinics at various locations in Findlay throughout October.  

The clinic schedule includes:

Thursday, October 21                                              Tuesday, October 26

6 p.m. - 9 p.m.                                                           10 a.m. - Noon

Findlay Village Mall, 1800 Tiffin Ave.               Birchaven Village Chapel - 15100 Birchaven Lane

(part of BVHS Spirit Girls' Night Out)

Flu vaccines cost $25 and pneumonia vaccines cost $50. Direct billing for Medicare patients will be provided.  For more information, call 419.423.5352.

Community Foundation Announces Special Grant Opportunity

The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation has announced a special grant opportunity highlighting five field of interest funds. Local nonprofit organizations must submit a letter of intent by November 1, 2010 to be eligible. If approved, full proposals will be due December 1, 2010. Proposals will be reviewed and acted upon at the February 2011 board meeting. Grant requests must be a minimum of $2,000.

Proposals will be accepted in accordance with the charitable intent of the following five field of interest funds: M. Margaret Foster Health Fund, M. Margaret Foster Women and Children's Fund, J. William Hollington Fund, Richard and Lynn McCord Fund, and the Anna Van Gorder Fund.

Grant proposals for this opportunity will adhere to the same guidelines as proposals for the Community Foundation's regular competitive grant cycle. Grants are made to tax-exempt, private agencies classified as 501(c)(3) organizations, and public charities as defined by the Internal Revenue Service. Grants may also be made to governmental agencies. A "Guidelines for Grantseekers" document and related grant forms can be downloaded at www.community-foundation.com in the Grants section.

Questions regarding this grant opportunity should be directed to Julie Brown, Program Officer, 419-425-1100 or jbrown@community-foundation.com.

Bluffton Hospital Reaches $1 Million Capital Campaign Goal

Bluffton Hospital has reached its $1 million capital campaign goal to support the renovation and expansion of the emergency and surgery departments.

Isabelle West, a longtime resident of Bluffton, pledged the lead gift to the Bluffton Hospital expansion project during the leadership phase of the campaign launched in 2009. The $1 million fundraising target was met last week.

"We are so grateful to our donors for their generosity to Bluffton Hospital," said Bill Watkins, Chief Administrative Officer of Bluffton Hospital. "By giving to the Bluffton Hospital capital campaign they have shown their commitment and support to the community, and for that we can't say thank you enough."

The Blanchard Valley Health Foundation will continue to accept gifts to support the campaign. "Additional generosity over and above the goal is greatly appreciated and will help to ease the financial burden of the project," said Linda DeArment, chief development officer of the Blanchard Valley Health Foundation.

 Honorary Bluffton Hospital capital campaign chairs are Ropp and Mary Emma Triplett. The campaign cabinet includes Karen Klassen Harder, PhD; Jerry Lewis; Oliver Lugibihl, MD; Richard McGarrity; Charles Niswander; Steve Ritter; Mayor Fred Rodabaugh; Howard M. Shelly, MD; Elnora Stratton and Robert Suter, PhD.

Community Foundation to Host Technology Planning Seminar for Local Nonprofits

The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation will host a seminar titled "Technology Planning for Your Nonprofit Organization" on Tuesday, December 7, 2010 at the Family Center from 2-4 p.m. All local nonprofits organizations are welcome to attend. There is no cost to attend this training, but pre-registration is required. Register online at www.community-foundation.com.

Technology planning is no easy feat for any type or size of nonprofit organization. This seminar will help answer the following questions. Why do you need a technology plan? What will it do for your organization? How do you begin to put a plan together or get the buy-in you need to proceed? How do you implement your plan? Attendees will also discover how proper planning can help save money on technology, buy what equipment is needed, improve service to clients, and utilize technology as a tool to accomplish the organization's objectives, goals, and mission.

The seminar will be presented by the Ohio Association of Nonprofit Organizations (OANO). The presenter, Jacquie Skrzypiec, BA, MA, is Director of Project Connect, a program of Info Line that helps nonprofits use technology. Skrzypiec started the program in 1998, and today it provides training, technical support, project consulting, remote network services, and technology planning to nonprofits throughout Ohio. Learn more about Project Connect online at www.pclivehelp.org.  Questions regarding this seminar should be directed to Julie Brown, Program Officer, 419-425-1100 or jbrown@community-foundation.com.

Wee Ones: Spiders

Find out what kind of spiders live in your backyard at the Wee Ones in the Parks: Spiders, program.  It will be held on Monday, October 18 at 10am and 1pm.  The program will include a story and activities all about spiders and we'll learn how they differ from insects.  For toddlers three and under with an adult companion.  This program is held at the Discovery Center at Oakwoods Nature Preserve. 

The Oakwoods Nature Preserve, "Doc" Phillips Discovery Center is located at 1400 Oakwoods Lane, off West Sandusky Street off CR 144 west of Findlay.  For more information about other upcoming programs, view the HPD Seasonal Guide at www.HancockParks.com under the "What's New" section or call the HPD office at 419-425-PARK and "Discover Your Hancock Parks".

HIKE THROUGH THE FALL COLORS

The Hancock Park District is offering a Fall Hike on Thursday, October 21, from 6-7pm. Explore Litzenberg Memorial Woods, as the trees burst with vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows. Naturalist, Stacie Roby, will guide you on a leisurely hike through the woods to enjoy the autumn scenery and tell some folk tales about this colorful season. Interested participants should meet at the gatehouse near the parking lot.

Litzenberg Memorial Woods is located at 6100 US 224 west of Findlay. For more information about this and other upcoming programs, view the HPD Seasonal Guide at www.HancockParks.com or call the HPD office at 419-425-PARK and "Discover Your Hancock Parks".

12th Biennial ENCHANTED FOREST

Join the Hancock Park District for their 12th Biennial Enchanted Forest on Saturday, October 30 from 7-8:30pm.  This educational hike, created by staff and volunteers of the Hancock Park District will feature a variety of creatures this year. The hike is intended to be an alternative, non-scary activity for all family members.  The guided hike will take place at Riverbend Recreation Area.

Groups leaving Shelter #3 at the Big Oaks Area with a guide every 15 minutes from 7-8:30pm.  Register by Tuesday, October 26 with $3 per person and for your designated start time.  Program is open to those above the age of 5 years.    Rex and Sheila Miller of Wings Beneath my Wings, will be wrapping up this year's trail with a live owl presentation.  Warm up afterward by the fireplace in Shelter #3 and enjoy refreshments

Riverbend Recreation Area is located on TR 208, off SR 568 east of Findlay.

For more information about other upcoming programs, view the HPD Seasonal Guide at www.HancockParks.com under the "What's New" section or call the HPD office at 419-425-PARK and "Discover Your Hancock Parks".

Volunteers Needed! Findlay High School will be hosting its 5th year of Challenge Days, November 9-12, 2010 for those students in the Health classes, which are primarily sophomores.  Challenge Days are powerful, high-energy programs in which youth and adult participants are guided through a series of experiential learning processes. The overall goals of the program are to increase personal power and self esteem, to shift dangerous peer pressure to positive peer support and to eliminate the acceptability of teasing, violence and all forms of oppression. The Challenge Day Program is designed to unite the members of the school or community and to empower them to carry the themes of the program back to the school population. Challenge Days also successfully addresses issues of violence, teasing, social oppression, racism, harassment, conflict management, suicide, peer pressure, alcohol and drugs.

We encourage adults to volunteer as positive role models for the benefit of the youth. The program welcomes parents/guardians, teachers, administrators, police officers, elected officials, community members and any other interested adults. This allows youth to see another side of these adults in addition to their assigned community roles.

The Challenge Day Program is an experiential program and designed for people of all ages. Your role as a facilitator is crucial for the success of the day! Please plan to participate fully. The Challenge Day Staff will be meeting with all facilitators at the beginning of the day (7:15 a.m., check-in will start at 7:00 a.m.) to let you know what is needed from you and to answer your questions.  No prior training is necessary.  You must be able to remain on site and participate fully (individuals are not able to leave for appointments/meetings or take cell phone calls) for the entire program, including 30 minutes after the program at the end of the day for a post-Challenge Day debriefing which will conclude by 3:15 p.m.

We hope you will be able to join us for this wonderful experience!  If you are interested please fill out the form attached and return it using the information provided on the form.  Schedule requests can be made until October 29th.  We will try our best to accommodate all schedules.

Please return a completed form to Annie Altman by email (aaltman@bhg.org), fax (419-424-2037) or mail (438 Carnahan Ave., Findlay, Ohio 45840) by October 29, 2010.

EARLY PARADE REGISTRATION DEADLINE OCTOBER 20

Early registration for the 2010 Halloween Parade presented by Hancock Leadership Alumni Association will end on Wednesday, October 20.  Registration fees for the parade are: Floats- $85; walking groups-$60; vehicles-$135.  Non-profit organizations-$15.  Any group, organization, or business interested in participating can register on-line at ww.hancockleadershipalumni.com, pick up a registration packet at the Chamber of Commerce or request a packet by e-mailing your name and address to parade@hancockleasdershipalumni.com or calling the Chamber of Commerce at (419) 422-3313 ext. 122.  The 2010 Halloween Parade will take place in downtown Findlay on Tuesday, October 26 at 7:00 p.m.   The parade is open to all groups, organizations, businesses, and schools. Groups with small children are encouraged to show up early

After October 20, fees will increase by $10 for all categories. Entries will be accepted the night of the Parade and the registration fee must be paid at entry with a check made payable to the Hancock Leadership Alumni Association.  Cash and credit cards will not be accepted.

For more information visit www.hancockleadershipalumni.com or call the Chamber of Commerce at (419) 422-3313 ext122. Hancock Leadership, a division of GreaterFindlay, Inc., is a nationally recognized nine-month seminar program designed to foster and promote volunteer leadership resources within the community on a planned, continuous basis. 

Owens Findlay-area Campus Accepting Applications for Spring Police Academy Program

Students considering a career in law enforcement can pursue such an opportunity by enrolling in the Basic Peace Officer Academy Training Program at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus.

During the seven-month program, Owens police academy students will take courses in patrol operations, firearms, defensive tactics, criminal investigation, constitutional law and physical conditioning using modern, high-tech police equipment. Participants will receive expert instruction from local police officers, sheriff's deputies and corrections officers, as well as state and federal agents. In addition, coursework earned by police academy graduates will apply toward an associate degree at Owens in law enforcement.

All requirements of the Ohio Revised Code and Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission must be met for certification. Applications for academy classes should be completed and returned to the College by Nov. 12. Police Academy Program classes begin in January.

For more information, or to obtain an application packet, call (567) 661-7439 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7439.

YOUTHEATRE PRESENTS THE MOUSE THAT ROARED.

October 13, 2010 ........ The Arts Partnership of Greater Hancock County invites you to attend Youtheatre's production of the play The Mouse That Roared.  The Mouse That Roared is a full-length comedy adapted by Christopher Sergel from the book by Leonard Wibberley and is produced through special arrangement with The Dramatic Publishing Company of Woodstock, Illinois.  Performances are on October 22 and October 23 at 7:00 p.m. and October 24 at 2:30 p.m. in the Great Room at First Presbyterian Church, located at 2330 South Main Street, Findlay.

Over 40 local youth in grades 6 through 12 are involved in the cast and technical crew.  Students involved in the production represent 9 area schools and home schools. 

Tickets are on sale now!  Advance ticket prices are $10 for adults, $8 for seniors, and $6 for students.  Discount prices for members of the Arts Partnership are $8 for adults, $6 for seniors, and $4 for students.  A limited number of tickets will be available at the door for $12, based upon availability.  All seats are general admission.  For more information or to purchase tickets, contact The Arts Partnership Box Office by calling 419-422-4624 or visit www.artspartnership.com.  The Arts Partnership is located at 618 South Main Street, Findlay.  Office hours are 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Macklin Institute Offering "Child Abuse Recognition & Prevention" Training

The Marilyn & Gordon Macklin Intergenerational Institute (Macklin Institute) is offering a professional development in-service on "Child Abuse Recognition & Prevention" on Thursday, October 21, 2010 and Friday, October 22, 2010. The training will be held in the Hatfield/Wenner conference rooms located at Birchaven Village, 15100 Birchaven Lane, Findlay, Ohio. Participants may choose to attend the refresher session on October 21, 2010, 6-9 p.m. or the entire training on October 21 and 22, 6-9 p.m. both evenings. Costs are $30 for the refresher course and $40 for the entire course. All session fees are due at the time of registration and are non-refundable. CE's for this training have been approved by Blanchard Valley Health Association.  Call for more information

To register for the October 21 and 22, 2010 Safety training or Certificate Trainings, or for more information on any of the intergenerational initiatives offered by the Macklin Institute please contact Linda Winkelman at 419-425-3047 or lindaw@mackliniginstitute.org.

Oct. 23rd Art Auction to benefit Bluffton Center for Entrepreneurs

The second annual art auction and dinner to benefit the Bluffton Center for Entrepreneurs (BCE) will be held on Saturday, October 23, 2010 at the Centre at Bluffton, 601 N. Main. Proceeds support the BCE mission of annually creating and retaining 30 local jobs. This is a major fundraiser for the BCE and raised $7000 in 2009. 

The event will begin with an art preview and cash bar at 5:30 p.m., followed by dinner served at 6:15. The art auction begins at 7:00 and will conclude by 9:00. Brendon Matthews is master of ceremonies and the night's auctioneers are Holly Spann and Greg Denecker. Docents are Gregg Luginbuhl and Tamara Rooney.

The auction features some 20 juried pieces of art, primarily by local artists. Contributing artists will receive 25% of the gavel price plus a free ticket to the auction. The auction items will be on display in Bluffton at Chase Bank, Citizens National Bank, and First National Bank from Wednesday, October 13 to Friday, October 22.

Tickets are $50 each or $300 per table of eight and include dinner. Tickets can be purchased at the three banks above and from all BCE Board members: Brendon Matthews, Fred Steiner, David Steiner, Mitch Kingsley, Ropp Triplett, Bob Neff, Dick Boehr, Wally Buroker, Jerry Lewis, Laura Voth, Marcel Wagner, Gayle Trollinger, Dick McGarrity (419-369-4216), as well as BCE interim executive director, Pete Suter (419-358-6400).

BCE is a not-for-profit regional business support center offering professional assistance and customized mentoring to entrepreneurs and small businesses.  BCE provides a variety of opportunities for training, coaching, networking, and financing. For more information, visit BlufftonEntrepreneurs.com.

RED CROSS RAFFLE TICKETS ON SALE AT HUNTINGTON BANK BRANCHES

Tickets for the Buckeye Bash Raffle to benefit the Hancock County Red Cross are now on sale at all Huntington Bank offices in Hancock County. Two tickets to this year's OSU vs. Michigan football game, donated by Cliff Hite, a $50 Shell gas card courtesy of the Findlay, Eastside and Northside Party Marts and a one night stay at any Extended Stay brand hotel, courtesy of WKXA will go to the winner of the Buckeye Bash Raffle.

Tickets for the Buckeye Bash Raffle are $20 each and are available at the Hancock County Chapter office at 125 Fair St. in Findlay, from Red Cross Board members and volunteers and can be purchased online at www.hancockredcross.org, as well as the Huntington Bank locations. The drawing will be held on November 15 and the winner will be notified.

All proceeds from the Buckeye Bash Raffle will benefit American Red Cross Hancock County Chapter services and programs, including Disaster Relief, Service to Armed Forces and Military Families, Health and Safety Services and Blood Services. 

Living the Dream-Wouldn't we all love to respond this way when asked how we are doing today?

Let us help you to live your dream by inviting you to attend a no-nonsense, powerful seminar featuring Bruce Boguski.  Learn the habits and skills needed to enhance any aspect of your life.  Feel energized and empowered as Bruce teaches you how to live your dream and to take control of your life in this fast-paced, passionate, fact-filled seminar.

In the second part of our seminar our team will teach you how to become physically and financially tough with the help of MonaVie.  We will present an amazing tool that will fast-track you on the road to "living the dream".  MonaVie is a unique patented blend of fruits that deliver all of the essential amino acids necessary for a healthy life.  Featuring the acai berry, this amazing juice has relieved it's drinkers of pain and ailments while allowing them to live an active and healthy lifestyle. 

Many factors in today's economy have made it impossible for Americans to live without stress!  Many are feeling helpless and overwhelmed causing them to give up on the life and dreams they desire.  Now is the time to discover how to become mentally tough and successfully conquer the serious challenges facing America in the 21st Century.

During this seminar, you will learn:

How to construct a powerful self image for success

7 traits of a positive, successful vision

3 properties for setting successful goals

4 techniques for building self confidence to overcome obstacles

AND MUCH MORE!

Take advantage of this FREE 2 part seminar

Date:  October 19, 2010  Time:  7:15p.m.

Join us at the Country Inn and Suites, located on Interstate Drive in Findlay, OH next to Outback Steakhouse and Carmike Cinemas.

Power Under Pressure A Timely, No-Holds-Barred

FREE Seminar by Bruce Boguski

There are forces at work within our country and our economy that are diluting our personal power and stealing our dreams.  Unrest in the Middle and Far East, escalating energy prices, government bailouts, mortgage foreclosures, factory closings, international terrorist threats, a sagging stock market and countless other factors have made it impossible for Americans to live without stress.  We have begun to doubt our abilities, to lose confidence and feel powerless against these forces---many are buckling under the strain and suffering from depression, sleepless nights, anxiety, nervousness and numerous physical ailments associated with this daily, relentless pressure. 

NOW IS THE TIME to TAKE ACTION and REGAIN CONTROL OF YOUR LIFE!  Discover how to become mentally tough and successfully conquer serious challenges, overcome obstacles and have the life you desire by attending this fast-paced, informative seminar.

In this seminar, you will learn:

3 practical techniques for building unshakable confidence

 4 specific exercises to help you relax under pressure

2 secrets for developing energy

3 ways to enhance memory and creativity

4 words to never use when under pressure

                And Much More!!

When: October 19, 2010

Time: 6:45a.m. for 1 hour and repeated at noon for 1 hour

Where: Country Inn & Suites 903 Interstate Dr. Findlay, OH near the Carmike Cinemas

Happy Anniversary Courthouse!

Wednesday October 27th 2010 will mark the 122nd anniversary of the grand public opening of the Hancock County Courthouse.

The Cornerstone of the Courthouse was laid on August 11th 1886.

On October 27th 1888 the Courthouse was finished and dedicated to the use of the public amid much pomp and circumstances. A newspaper described it as such, "The day was a memorable one in the history of the County, a large group of people having assembled, and a grand gas illumination being given which attracted the admiration of all visitors. The parade and street scenes were extensively handsome and were illustrated in papers throughout the country".

In 1888 the Courthouse was the tallest building in Findlay. It was built to be 142 feet long, 82 feet wide, and 146 feet from the ground to the top of the statue of the county's namesake, John Hancock.

Holiday Training is here!

Leadership Lessons from Scrooge: 5 Ways to Turn Workplace Attitudes from Humbug to Hopeful

The timeless story of Ebenezer Scrooge contains a wealth of leadership lessons that still speak to us all, despite the amount of 'chains' we wear. Join us for this lively, fun, and interactive presentation that is sure to turn even the grouchiest employee into the person they really want to be.  Teaming up for the Holidays

As the hectic holiday season hurdles towards us, employees need to be reminded, more than ever, of the importance of working better, together. "Teaming up for the Holidays" is customized just for this time of year, and covers:

Coping with holiday stress (at work and home)

Conflict communication skills

Building mutual respect and trust

Refining problem solving skills

Fun!

Choose one - or both topics! Using innovative, morale-boosting and attitude-shifting activities, seasoned training professional Dave Tippett creates a dynamic and interactive experience, with direct applications to the workplace. Dave has worked with a number of teams to help develop cohesiveness, better communication, and trust.

If you are looking for a unique addition to your holiday party, end of the year staff meeting or just some time to build team momentum for the New Year, give us a call! Discounted pricing available if you book now!

For complete details, contact: Dave Tippett, Director On-Site Training and Consultation 419-885-8505 or toll free at 800-882-7042  or dtippett@employersassociation.com

2011 CommunityREAD Book Announced

The CommunityREAD committee and the Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation have announced that the 2011 CommunityREAD feature book will be Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet by author Jamie Ford.

The focus of this year's CommunityREAD event is to encourage discussions regarding family relationships, friendship, ethnicity, race, discrimination, social obligation, regret, and the power of forgiveness and the human heart.

The CommunityREAD event also highlights the HancockREADS mission to promote the benefits of literacy in Hancock County. HancockREADS is an initiative of the Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation with the goal to promote the benefits of literacy by funding programs that focus on improving literacy and reading skills. Every dollar donated to the HancockREADS endowment fund is matched with 50 cents by the Community Foundation.

Many activities are being planned for CommunityREAD month (March 2011) including a special event featuring Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet author, Jamie Ford, on Friday evening, March 25, 2011, at 7:00 p.m. at Central Auditorium. Tickets for the event are $5.00 and will be available at the Arts Partnership Box Office, the Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation office and at local bookstores. A book signing for attendees will follow the event.

Members of the Hancock County community and surrounding communities are invited to participate in all CommunityREAD events during March. Details of book discussion groups and other events will be included in an insert in The Courier in late February 2011 and online at

www.community-foundation.com.

Contact Lisa Houck at the Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation at 419-425-1100 with questions about CommunityREAD.

Ohio Minimum Wage will increase to $7.40 an hour on January 1, 2011

The minimum wage in Ohio will increase on January 1, 2011, to $7.40 per hour for non-tipped employees and to $3.70 per hour for tipped employees, plus tips, according to the Ohio Department of Commerce (Ohio Department of Commerce Press Release, September 30, 2010 http://www.com.ohio.gov/laws/docs/ laws_MinimumWage2011.pdf).

Ohio's current minimum wage is $7.30 per hour for non-tipped employees and $3.65 for tipped employees, plus tips.

On January 1, 2011, the increased minimum wage will apply to employers who gross more than $271,000 per year. Currently, Ohio's minimum wage applies to employers who gross over $267,000 per year.

The Constitutional Amendment passed by Ohio voters in November 2006 states that Ohio's minimum wage shall increase on January 1 of each year by the rate of inflation. The wage is tied to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for urban wage earners and clerical workers for the 12-month period prior to September. The CPI rose 1.4 percent from September 1, 2009 to August 31, 2010. The Amendment also states that the wage rate shall be rounded to the nearest 5 cents.

For employees at smaller companies (grossing $267,000 or less per year or $271,000 or less per year after January 1, 2011) and for 14- and 15-year-olds, the state minimum wage is $7.25 per hour. For these employees, the state wage is tied to the federal minimum wage of $7.25 per hour which requires an act of Congress and the President's signature to change.

To order a new poster through the Employer's Association email jroe@employerassociation.com

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WHEN: October 19, 2010 Between 11:30 & 6:00

WHERE: Mark K. Inc. 908 West Main Cross St., Findlay, OH 45840 419-422-7734

No Reservations Required!

If there is someone else in your organization who would benefit from visiting us, bring them with you. required Ohio Minimum Wage will change with the new increase.

 Camp Fire USA's Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser