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Stark County: Residents received $968.32 million per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 4.8% of income in Stark County, providing an average of $2,598 per capita to residents.

By Canton Reporter | Apr 13, 2025

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Stark County saw 15.9% increase in transfer dependency percentage since 1970 as of 2022

In 2022, government transfers made up 23.4% of income in Stark County, an alarming 15.9% surge from 7.5% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.

By Canton Reporter | Apr 4, 2025

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Stark County ranks 40th highest in Ohio for per capita government transfer income at $12,543 in 2022

By Canton Reporter | Mar 10, 2025

In 2022, residents of Stark County received an average of $12,543 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 40th highest in Ohio.

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Stark County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 2.4% of income in 2022

By Canton Reporter | Mar 1, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.4% of income in Stark County, providing an average of $1,278 per capita to residents.

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Oelslager supports state transportation budget; House Bill 54 advances

By Canton Reporter | Feb 27, 2025

State Representative Scott Oelslager of North Canton supported House Bill 54, the State Transportation Budget, which was unanimously approved.

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Jim Tressel confirmed as Ohio's new lieutenant governor

By Canton Reporter | Feb 14, 2025

State Representative Scott Oelslager has voted to confirm Jim Tressel as Ohio's new lieutenant governor.

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Ohio passes new bills on trade, privacy, military benefits

By Canton Reporter | Jan 27, 2025

State Representative Scott Oelslager from North Canton has announced the passage of several legislative measures in the Ohio House.

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Oelslager announces passage of multiple legislative bills

By Canton Reporter | Jan 21, 2025

State Representative Scott Oelslager of North Canton has announced the passage of several legislative bills.

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Scott Oelslager announces passage of multiple bills in Ohio House

By Canton Reporter | Jan 14, 2025

State Representative Scott Oelslager of North Canton has announced the passage of several legislative measures in Ohio.

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Ohio House approves measure to extend capital improvement program

By Canton Reporter | Dec 6, 2024

The Ohio House of Representatives has passed House Joint Resolution 8, a bipartisan initiative that allows Ohio voters to decide on renewing the Public Works Commission State Capital Improvement Program (SCIP).

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Canton mayor revives Christmas tree lighting after over a decade

By Canton Reporter | Dec 2, 2024

City of Canton Mayor William V. Sherer II is reviving the tradition of lighting the city Christmas tree at Central Plaza South on Thursday, December 5, at 5:45 p.m. "It's been more than a decade since we did an official lighting of the city tree,"...

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Ohio Speaker mourns passing of State Senator Kirk Schuring

By Canton Reporter | Nov 22, 2024

Speaker Pro Tempore Scott Oelslager of North Canton expressed his condolences on the passing of State Senator Kirk Schuring.

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Ohio legislators propose renewal of State Capital Improvement Program

By Canton Reporter | Oct 9, 2024

State Representative Scott Oelslager, a Republican from North Canton, held a press conference to discuss forthcoming legislation that will allow Ohio voters to renew the State Capital Improvement Program (SCIP). The program provides funding for essential local infrastructure projects across Ohio. Oelslager was joined by his co-sponsor, State Representative Daniel Troy, a Democrat from Willowick.

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Northeast Ohio releases draft Clean Water Plan for public review

By Canton Reporter | Sep 27, 2024

The Northeast Ohio Four County Regional Planning and Development Organization (NEFCO) has announced the release of a draft update for its fiscal year 2025 Clean Water (208) Plan facilities planning areas (FPA).

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Oelslager announces passage of multiple House bills addressing local issues

By Canton Reporter | Aug 21, 2024

COLUMBUS—Speaker Pro Tempore Scott Oelslager (R-North Canton) announced the recent passage of multiple House bills.

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Oelslager announces legislative updates including veterans suicide awareness day

By Canton Reporter | Aug 13, 2024

COLUMBUS—Speaker Pro Tempore Scott Oelslager (R-North Canton) has announced the recent passage of several significant pieces of legislation.

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Oelslager announces passage of key legislative measures

By Canton Reporter | Jul 19, 2024

COLUMBUS—Speaker Pro Tempore Scott Oelslager (R-North Canton) has announced the recent passage of several significant pieces of legislation.

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Canton mayor supports termination of police officer following misconduct incident

By Canton Reporter | Jun 28, 2024

The Mayor of Canton, Thomas Sherer, has released a statement addressing the termination of Police K-9 Officer Nicholas Casto.

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Ohio House approves Substitute House Bill 2 allocating funds for statewide capital projects

By Canton Reporter | Jun 28, 2024

The Ohio House of Representatives passed Substitute House Bill 2 on Wednesday, the state’s two-year construction budget for capital projects throughout Ohio. State Representatives Scott Oelslager (R-North Canton), Jim Thomas (R-Jackson Twp.), and Reggie Stoltzfus (R-Paris Twp.) announced the bill, which will allocate over $4.2 billion for capital projects and an additional $717 million in one-time project funding from the Strategic Community Investment Fund.

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Oelslager announces passage of multiple legislative measures

By Canton Reporter | Jun 24, 2024

COLUMBUS—Speaker Pro Tempore Scott Oelslager (R-North Canton) announced the recent passage of several significant legislative measures.