Attorney general campaign updates

Two items worth noting today about Ohio's only statewide race this year: attorney general.

First, Democratic attorney general nominee and state Treasurer Richard Cordray said the Ohio Treasury saved $1.25 million this year after a "top to bottom audit" and restructuring.

"We dug deep and rooted out fundamental flaws. From there we trimmed, streamlined and restructured. The result is a leaner, stronger Treasury. We are effectively doing more with less than in years past," Cordray said in a statement.

Second, Cordray, Republican Mike Crites and independent Robert Owens will all attend the Ohioans for Concealed Carry's "Party in the Park" picnic this Sunday in Powell, just north of Columbus.  

Also in attendance: John McCain regional coalitions director Andy Swanson, 15th Congressional District candidate and libertarian Mark Noble, and Republican 6th Congressional District candidate Dick Stobbs.