COLUMBUS — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine delivered his 2024 State of the State address on Wednesday. The governor highlighted some of the work his administration and the General Assembly have accomplished together, as well as outlined new initiatives intended to help Ohio’s Children thrive. “This is our time to meet the moment. Our time to do the […]
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DeWine activates Ohio Emergency Operations Center in advance of eclipse
COLUMBUS — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced today that he is activating the Ohio Emergency Operations Center (EOC) to support local communities before, during, and after Monday’s solar eclipse, which could draw hundreds of thousands of visitors to Ohio. “There is no better place to experience the eclipse than in Ohio, the Birthplace of Aviation […]
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Governor’s office presents Richland County Children Services with proclamation
MANSFIELD — Gov. Mike DeWine has recognized April as Child Abuse Prevention Month in Ohio, issuing a proclamation in commemoration. Tammy Puff, Director of Military and Veterans Relations for Gov. DeWine, presented an official copy of the proclamation to RCCS Executive Director Nikki Harless and DEI Officer La’Shaun Reuer, on Wednesday, April 3, at Richland […]
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Statewide impact of Ohio Intel Project evident in initial progress report
COLUMBUS — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has released a report that outlines Intel Corporation’s progress toward its two new semiconductor manufacturing facilities in Licking County, which continue to move forward with far-reaching impacts across the state. The report, prepared by Intel and submitted to the Ohio Department of Development, shows that the company has spent […]
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Ohio Gov. DeWine praises CHIPS grant for Intel
COLUMBUS — Governor Mike DeWine is lending his support to the expected announcement that the U.S. Department of Commerce is awarding a major CHIPS and Science grant to Intel. “Intel’s commitment to building semiconductor chips in Ohio is adding tens of thousands of new direct and indirect jobs right here in Ohio – the heart […]
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State dramatically simplifies Ohio administrative codes
COLUMBUS — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted announced Tuesday the 2024 Ohio Building (OBC), Mechanical (OMC), and Plumbing Codes (OPC) rules will go into effect on Friday, March 1, 2024. The new rules adopted by the Ohio Board of Building Standards reflect significant reductions in both overall word count as well […]
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Ohio Casino Control Commission bans collegiate prop bets
COLUMBUS — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine applauded changes to Ohio sports wagering rules issued Friday that would remove collegiate prop bets from the list of legal bets that can be placed under Ohio’s contractual rules for operators. “The Ohio Casino Control Commission took quick action to protect student athletes from unnecessary and potentially harmful threats,” […]
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Mechanics Bank building rehabilitation receives state support
MANSFIELD — A pair of projects related to the refurbishment of the Mechanics Bank building in downtown Mansfield will receive state support after an announcement on Thursday by Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine. The cost of the two projects combined totals a little more than $1.1 million, with a total tax credit of nearly nearly $330,000. […]
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Ohio & Michigan governors bet on The Game
COLUMBUS — Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer placed a friendly wager ahead of the rivalry football game between The Ohio State University and the University of Michigan, commonly referred to as “The Game.” “College football fans will have a great game to watch on Saturday as the 11-0 Ohio State Buckeyes face […]
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Ohio Gov. DeWine tests positive for COVID-19
COLUMBUS — Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine announced Tuesday night that he has tested positive for COVID-19. DeWine’s office put out the following statement: “At approximately 5:30pm today, Governor DeWine tested positive for Covid-19. He started experiencing mild cold symptoms yesterday. “Believing he had a mild head cold, he proceeded with his work day today. As […]