Amy Acton visits Columbus business, discusses small business costs and tax relief

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton visited B&K Smoke House in East Columbus on October 15, 2026. During the visit, the owner, James Howell, discussed small business challenges, such as trash pickup surcharges, rising fuel costs, and managing employee wages. Acton stated that if elected governor, she plans to issue executive orders, including a working family tax cut and a child tax credit.

The visit highlighted economic pressures on small businesses in Columbus, specifically concerning operating costs and labor expenses. Acton's proposals for tax cuts and a child tax credit signal a political focus on providing direct financial relief to families and businesses in Ohio.

Columbus is a growing business hub in the Midwest.