What you need to know about Ohio's new fireworks law

NEW OHIO FIREWORKS LAW

• Now allows private use of 1.4G (consumer grade) fireworks.
• The use of 1.3G fireworks is still prohibited except by licensed exhibitors.

PERMITTED DATES – ORC 3743.45 and OAC 1301:7-7-56 Section 5626.5.1

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Three Xenia officers take on new roles in Police Division

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Stutes, a 26-year veteran of Xenia Police Division brings a wealth of knowle...

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Stutes, a 26-year veteran of the Xenia Police Division, was one of several excellent candidates considered for the role. “Bei...