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Ohio's sales tax holiday runs through next week

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WJW) – Shoppers in Ohio are enjoying an expanded sales tax holiday. It kicked off on Aug. 1 and runs through Thursday, Aug. 14. Major construction project on I-90 starts Monday The tax holiday allows both online and in-store purchases of most eligible items — up to $500 per item — to be exempted from state sales tax. While the event is traditionally linked to back-to-school shopping, this year's extended holiday means a big break for families on nearly everything. According to the Ohio Department of Taxation, nearly all items are eligible, with some exceptions including services, vehicles, boats, liquor, tobacco, vapor products and items containing marijuana. Zoo asks people to donate their small pets as food Some eligible items include: Electronics: Computers, televisions and other gadgets Clothing: Any apparel items Books: All types, including novels and textbooks Home goods: Furniture, kitchenware and home décor Plants: Indoor and outdoor plants Sporting goods: Equipment and apparel for sports Food and beverages: Dine-in food, dietary supplements and soft drinks Click here for a full list of eligible and ineligible items. For questions, the department can be reached at 1-888-405-4039. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword