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Ohio River Sternwheel Festival 2026: Sept 11–13 in Marietta, OH. Sternwheeler races, fireworks, riverfront concerts — free admission. Complete visitor guide.

Oktoberfest Zinzinnati 2026: Sept 17–20 at Sawyer Point, Cincinnati. Free admission, World's Largest Chicken Dance, German food & beer — 50th anniversary guide.

Toledo Jeep Fest 2026 runs August 6–9 in downtown Toledo. Parade, exhibits, vendor midway, Jeep history, and free admission — your complete visitor guide.

Dublin Irish Festival 2026: July 31–Aug 2 at Coffman Park. Music, dance, whiskey tastings, tickets, parking & shuttle tips. Complete guide.

Ohio pet deposit law: no cap on pet deposits, but they're part of your security deposit (ORC 5321.16) — refundable with 30-day return. Service animals exempt.

Ohio jury duty pay varies by county: typically $10–$27/day, with a raise after 10 days. Mileage, employer protections (ORC 2313.22 & 2313.18) explained.

Ohio hunting license cost 2026: resident $19, nonresident $125, plus deer/turkey permit fees. Nonresident deer permit jumped to $210 under HB 96. Full table.

Ohio notary fees 2026: max $5 per in-person act, $30 for online notarization (raised by HB 315), plus travel and tech fee rules. Full table.

Ohio EV incentives 2026: no state tax credit, $100-$200 yearly registration surcharges, plus real utility rebates from AES Ohio and AEP Ohio.

Ohio homeschool laws changed in 2023: notification, not approval. Deadlines, what to file, and what HB 33 eliminated. Complete 2026 guide.