The holidays are over, and now it is time for the "Santa Shock," when you get the bills for all of your purchases. According to a study conducted by Lending Tree, consumers, on average, incurred a holiday debt of nearly $1,200. The Ohio Division of Financial Institutions tips to reduce your large bill are negotiating a lower interest rate, creating a debt payoff plan, or reducing your spending for normal monthly expenses. Experts say you don't want this year's holiday debt to spread to next year.

Dozens of property owners are coming out to dispute their new tentative valuation amount with the Allen County Auditor's Office. Informal hearings with the auditor's office started today and continue on Wednesday. Every three years, the state requires that property values be re-evaluated. The amount is determined by what properties around you are going for on the open market. You do have the chance to dispute your new valuation, and you need to bring documentation to back up your case.

May 22, 2024, Press Release from First National Bank: Pandora, OH (May 22, 2024) — First National Bank of Pandora is pleased to announce the opening of its second location in Lima at 1991 Bellefontaine Road, on Lima’s east side near the intersection of State Route 117 and Greeley Chapel Road.  The first location at 2580 Eastown Road opened in January 2023. Brendon Matthews, President of First National Bank, is excited about the opportunities in Lima, and how the expansion has helped the bank meet their mission.