COLUMBUS — Ohio Lt. Governor Jim Tressel and Ohio Department of Education and Workforce Director Stephen D. Dackin announced on Monday the launch of the Team Tressel Fitness Challenge in grades 4-8 across Ohio. The challenge will officially begin for students who opt-in on September 8th. The challenge was created as part of Governor Mike […]
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DeWine to send 150 Ohio National Guard MPs to D.C. for capital security
COLUMBUS — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced Saturday he will be sending the 150 military police from state’s National Guard to Washington D.C. “We have been asked by the Secretary of the Army to send 150 military police from the Ohio National Guard to support the District of Columbia National Guard,” DeWine said. “These Ohio […]
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DeWine calls on Casino Control Commission to remove prop bets
\Governor DeWine Calls on Casino Control Commission to Remove Prop Bets Following MLB Investigation, Previous Player Threats (COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today called on the Ohio Casino Control Commission (OCCC) to remove prop bets from the list of legal bets that can be placed under Ohio’s contractual rules for operators. The Governor’s request comes […]
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DeWine, Tressel celebrate Walleye Capital of the World at Lake Erie Fish Ohio Day
PORT CLINTON — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jim Tressel celebrated the 45th annual Governor’s Lake Erie Fish Ohio Day alongside Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Director Mary Mertz, ODNR Division of Wildlife Chief Kendra Wecker, and other leaders from the conservation and tourism communities. This annual event highlights the importance of protecting […]
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DeWine orders flags lowered in honor of Hamilton County sheriff’s deputy
COLUMBUS — In honor of the life and service of Hamilton County Sheriff’s Deputy Larry Henderson, Gov. Mike DeWine has ordered the flags of the United States and the state of Ohio to be flown at half-staff upon all public buildings and grounds throughout Hamilton County, the Ohio Statehouse, the Vern Riffe Center, and the […]
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OSHP focused on motorcycle safety during May
COLUMBUS — As temperatures rise and an increased number of motorcycles are traveling on our roadways, the Ohio State Highway Patrol is reminding drivers and motorcyclists to share the road, be alert and driver sober. While riding a motorcycle may be considered one of the more enjoyable modes of transportation, it is also one of […]
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Ohio State Fire Marshal honors Wayne County, Willard 1st responders killed in the line of duty
COLUMBUS — The Ohio Department of Commerce Division of State Fire Marshal extends its deepest condolences to the families, friends, colleagues and communities of two Ohio firefighters recently killed in the line of duty. Tri-Community Joint Fire District Firefighter John Saunders and Town and Country Fire District Lt. Paul Mickolick tragically lost their lives in separate incidents last week. […]
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Ohio governor offers condolences on death of Pope Francis
COLUMBUS — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine issued the following statement Monday on the death of Pope Francis: “Fran and I are saddened by the death of Pope Francis. He was an inspiration to us and to millions around the world,” DeWine stated. “His genuine love of and devotion to all people – the poor, the unborn, […]
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DeWine orders flags lowered to honor Wayne County emergency responder
COLUMBUS — In honor of the life and service of Town and Country Fire District Lieutenant Paul Charles Mickolick, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has ordered that the flags of the United States and the state of Ohio to be flown at half-staff. Mickolick, 43, with the Town and County Fire District, died as a result […]
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Gov. DeWine calls for ban of cell phones in Ohio schools
COLUMBUS — Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine hosted a press conference Tuesday in support of legislation that would ban the use of cell phones in public schools in Ohio. Sponsored by Sen. Jane Timken (R-Jackson Township), Senate Bill 158 incorporates language first introduced by DeWine in his executive budget – prohibiting student use of cell phones during the […]