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Chris Hanes, sales manager at P&R Communications Service, is seen with a new digital two-way radio used by the public safety sector. P&R representatives are in favor of the Marketplace Fairness Act that would require retailers to collect sales tax on online sales. CHRIS STEWART / STAFF

Tax plan stirs clash of titans

An online sales-tax proposal has triggered a divisive debate among business owners and attracted a strange-bedfellows mix of supporters that includes the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce and Democratic U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown. The “Marketplace Fairness Act,” which will be voted on by the U.S. Senate as early as Monday, ...

CareerCast.com released the ranking of 200 jobs taking based on five criteria: physical demands, work environment, income, stress, and hiring outlook.

Best and worst jobs for 2013

CareerCast.com released the ranking of 200 jobs taking based on five criteria: physical demands, work environment, income, stress, and hiring outlook. Here are the top 10 and bottom 10 jobs from that report.

John Young, 73, of Fairburn said a Union City Kroger manager knocked him to the ground, injuring his arm and eye for giving away food in the store parking lot.

Kroger sued for manager’s alleged attack on senior

A Fairburn good Samaritan is suing grocery store chain Kroger after a store manager allegedly body-slammed him in the parking lot for trying to help another patron. John Young, 74, is also suing the now former manager, Jack Hinesly, and the private security company that employed the security officer who ...

Ask Jane: Can I take a tax break for college expenses?

If you’re paying for higher education, the government is actually here to help you. You can write off part of the cost on your tax return. You can take one of three tax breaks, but only two of them are worth your while. You qualify for the write-offs if you’re paying tuition for ...

Freebie Corner: Free one night Redbox game rental and more

If your expecting a baby or know someone who is, this is a great week for you. There's going to be an online baby shower next week hosted by Cozy Belly, mOmma, Daddy Scrubs and more. You can grab gift cards, baby bottles, breast feeding essentials and more. Over 7,000 ...

Freebie Corner: Free Clark + Kensington paint at Ace Hardware

If you have some spots on your walls that need to be touched up, grab a free quart of paint next weekend! The offer isn't live yet but keep watching Ace Hardware's Facebook page for updates. Marlboro is offering a free dart set, but you have to be 21 to ...

Q&A: What tax records should I be keeping in my 20s?

When you’re young, living at home, and all you have at tax time is a single W2, filing your taxes is pretty simple.  In fact you canfile your federal return online for free at IRS.gov. Most states have a free file online option as well. But as you get older, your financial ...

Freebie Corner: Free appetizers at T.G.I. Friday's with app download

Easter is right around the corner, so dress the kids up in their Sunday's best and head out to Sears. They're offering a free 8x10 photo with no session fee! It would make a nice gift for grandparents or to keep for yourself. Everyone likes to make a donation every ...

What to do when you have to call in sick

The U.S. Center For Disease Control reports heavy flu activity around the country, with 29 pediatric deaths attributed to what doctors are calling a"severe" flu season. For workers who begin experiencing flu symptoms, the CDC advises staying home and not contaminating their colleagues. That seems like sound advice, but way too ...

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The tax implications of changing jobs

There are many factors involved in changing your job, such as adapting to new working conditions, making a new budget, and updating your tax strategy. Whether you are moving to another employer because of a new opportunity or because you were let go from your previous position, changing jobs can have ...

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