EDITOR’S NOTE: This press release was issued by the Fordham Institute for Advancing Educational Excellence. COLUMBUS – In July 2023, Governor Mike DeWine and the Ohio General Assembly passed landmark literacy reforms that require all public elementary schools (district and charter) to implement the Science of Reading. This method to literacy instruction emphasizes phonics, vocabulary, […]
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Crawford County to receive $1.6 million for secured projects via state capital budget
BUCYRUS – The Crawford Partnership shared today that on Friday Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine signed the State Capital Budget (House Bill 2) into law, marking a historic milestone for Crawford County. This achievement, facilitated by the dedicated efforts of Sen. Bill Reineke and Rep. Riordan McClain, brings a total of $1.6 million in funding to the […]
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‘Freedom is not free’: Mansfield Korean War veterans celebrate monument update
MANSFIELD — The Korean War Veterans Association led a dedication service for defense era veterans in Richland County on June 29.
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Governor and First Lady DeWine welcome visitors to ODNR’s new Great Council State Park
XENIA — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and First Lady Fran DeWine joined Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Director Mary Mertz and Shawnee leaders to celebrate the grand opening of Ohio’s 76th state park, Great Council State Park near Xenia. Great Council State Park is located along U.S. Route 68 on the site of the […]
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Lake Erie’s rich ecosystem featured in Put-In-Bay Aquatic Visitor Center project
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was originally published at this link by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. PUT-IN-BAY, Ohio – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife has started renovations to the Put-In-Bay Aquatic Visitor Center. The project is designed to provide an educational experience that highlights fishing and the rich Lake Erie […]
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Shiloh to receive $500K grant to improve waterlines, demolish tower
SHILOH — Shiloh, Willard and Marengo were among the north central Ohio communities who received funding Friday when the state announced $122.7 million in grant awards to help improve water infrastructure in 59 counties. The Village of Shiloh will receive a $500,000 grant to improve waterlines, upgrade meters, and demolish a local water tower, according […]
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DeWine announces cell phone model policy to boost student focus
COLUMBUS — Ohio Gov/ Mike DeWine, Lt. Gov. Jon Husted, and Department of Education and Workforce (DEW) Director Stephen D. Dackin announced Wednesday the publication of a model policy designed to minimize student use of cell phones during school hours. The policy, which prohibits students from using cell phones or similar electronic devices on school property during […]
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DeWine calls for probe into Ohio State Teachers Retirement System
COLUMBUS — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine called for an investigation into the Ohio State Teachers Retirement System (STRS) in a press release issued on Wednesday. This call to investigate is in light of news that Aon, a consulting firm, was severing its contract with the STRS. Aon was contracted by the STRS to provide guidance […]
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Mansfield Memorial Homes to receive $1.35 million grant
MANSFIELD — The state of Ohio has announced $3.1 million in grant money that will be used for energy efficiency upgrades in four areas of Ohio. The funding will come from the Advanced Energy Fund, which is allocated for projects that aim to reduce costs, better the environment, and improve the lives of people in […]
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DeWine celebrates Inland Fish Ohio Day at Alum Creek State Park
COLUMBUS — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources celebrated Ohio’s inland fishing excellence on Saturday, April 27. It was the fifth annual Inland Fish Ohio Day at Alum Creek State Park. “You can find fantastic fishing throughout Ohio,” said Governor DeWine. “Inland fishing has never been better for saugeye, crappie, […]