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Tressel Calls on Ohio Businesses to Back 655,000 Students in Fitness Challenge
Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel urges Ohio businesses to partner with local schools and offer incentives for the Team Tressel Fitness Challenge, now serving over 655,000 students in 2,200 schools.
HealthBusinessEducationState GovernmentsEmployment and LaborSocial Issues Team Tressel Fitness ChallengeJim TresselOhioOhio businessesstudent fitnessSteve StiversOhio Chamber of CommerceOhio Governor's Office
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Ohio Announces $6 Million in ARC POWER Grants for Appalachian Region
Ohio directs more than $6 million in federal ARC POWER funding to five projects supporting workforce training and economic development in coal-impacted Appalachian communities.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessUSAState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and LaborEnergy Mike DeWineAppalachian Regional CommissionPOWER InitiativeOhio Department of DevelopmentJim TresselLydia MihalikEconomic DevelopmentOhio Governors Office
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DeWine Week in Review: $273M Energy Grant, Space Academy Bid, Dolly Parton Day
Ohio lands a $273 million federal grant for electric infrastructure, forms a steering group for a U.S. Space Academy bid, and declares a state of emergency for flooded counties.
Politics and GovernmentHealthScience & TechnologyEducationState GovernmentsAstronomy and SpaceTransportationDisastersEnergySocial Issues Mike DeWineJim TresselU.S. Space AcademyDolly Parton DayOhioelectric infrastructurepublic transit fundingOhio Governors Office
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Ohio Wins $9 Million Federal Grant to Expand Career Exploration for Students
Ohio is one of five national awardees and one of two receiving the maximum amount, funding the Career Connections Framework and 10 early-adopter schools and districts.
Politics and GovernmentEducationEmployment and LaborState GovernmentsFederal GovernmentUSA OhioCareer Pathways Exploration GrantMike DeWineJim TresselStephen D. DackinCareer Connections FrameworkU.S. Department of LaborOhio Governors Office
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DeWine Announces $13.5 Million for Ohio Public Transit to Connect Workers to Jobs
Ohio awards $13.5 million through the Workforce Mobility Partnership Program to fund 19 transit projects in 13 counties, linking residents to employment centers.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessUSAState GovernmentsTransportationEmployment and LaborFederal Government Mike DeWineOhio Department of TransportationJim TresselPamela BoratynOhio Workforce Mobility Partnership Programpublic transit fundingOhioOhio Governors Office
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University Hospitals Joins Team Tressel Fitness Challenge to Help 655,000 Ohio Students Build Healthy Habits
University Hospitals Drusinsky Sports Medicine Institute becomes an official partner of the Team Tressel Fitness Challenge, bringing video lessons and school assemblies on health to 655,000 Ohio students.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentEducationUSAState GovernmentsMedical ScienceSocial Issues Team Tressel Fitness ChallengeUniversity HospitalsJim TresselAmanda Weiss KellyOhio studentsphysical fitnessClevelandOhio Governor's Office
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Ohio School Report Cards Show Five-Year High in Literacy Proficiency
Ohio's 2026 School Report Cards show English language arts proficiency at a five-year high of 62.2% after the first full year of Science of Reading instruction, Governor DeWine announced.
Politics and GovernmentHealthScience & TechnologyEntertainmentEducationState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsArtificial IntelligenceSocial Issues Mike DeWineJim TresselOhio School Report CardsScience of ReadingTeam Tressel Fitness ChallengeDolly Parton's Imagination LibraryFran DeWineOhio Governors Office
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Ohio School Report Cards Show Five-Year High in Literacy Proficiency
Ohio's 2026 School Report Cards show English language arts proficiency at a five-year high of 62.2% after the first full year of Science of Reading instruction, with math, attendance and readiness also improving.
Politics and GovernmentEducationState GovernmentsSocial IssuesUSA Ohio School Report CardsMike DeWineScience of ReadingReadOhioliteracy proficiencyJim Tresselchronic absenteeismOhio Governors Office
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Ohio Athletes Join Team Tressel Fitness Challenge to Mentor 654,000 Students
Lt. Governor Jim Tressel announced 137 former collegiate and professional athletes mentoring over 654,000 Ohio students in the Team Tressel Fitness Challenge, with seven Challenge Captains leading school visits this fall.
SportHealthEducationState GovernmentsSocial Issues Team Tressel Fitness ChallengeJim TresselOhioTed Ginn Jr.Braxton Millerathlete mentorsyouth fitnessOhio Governor's Office
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Ohio Governor DeWine's Week: $50M Talent Search Grant, $20.7M for Community Schools, $14M for Workforce Housing
Ohio lands the largest federal Talent Search Grant at $50 million, plus $20.7 million for community schools and $14 million for workforce housing in 10 counties.
Politics and GovernmentUSAEducationState GovernmentsSportEconomySocial Issues Mike DeWineJim TresselTalent Search Grantcommunity schoolsworkforce housingPatriot DayOhioOhio Governors Office
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DeWine Announces $14 Million in Grants for Workforce Housing in 10 Ohio Counties
Ohio awards $14 million in second round of REDD grants to create workforce housing near major economic development projects in 10 counties, out of nearly $69 million requested.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessUSAState GovernmentsReal EstateEconomySocial Issues Mike DeWineResidential Economic Development DistrictOhio Department of Developmentworkforce housingJim TresselLydia MihalikHouse Bill 96Ohio Governors Office
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Ohio Launches Regional Education Partnerships for Youth Success
Ohio Governor DeWine and Lt. Governor Tressel launched 12 Regional Education Partnerships statewide. These initiatives unite local leaders, employers, and community groups to support young Ohioans from early childhood through career readiness using data-driven strategies.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEducationState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsEconomyEmployment and Labor OhioWorkforce DevelopmentRegional PartnershipsMike DeWineJim TresselLearn to Earn DaytonOhio Governors Office
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Team Tressel Fitness Challenge Engages Record 650,000 Ohio Students
Ohio's Team Tressel Fitness Challenge kicks off its third round with a record 650,000 students. Lt. Governor Jim Tressel's initiative promotes healthy habits, fitness, and mentorship across all 88 counties, aiming to empower young Ohioans.
Politics and GovernmentHealthState GovernmentsEducationSocial Issues OhioJim TresselTeam Tressel Fitness ChallengeStudent WellnessYouth FitnessHealth HabitsOhio Governor's Office
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Ohio Governors Highlight Economic Growth and Job Creation on Central Ohio Tour
Governor DeWine and Lt. Governor Tressel visited central Ohio for their "Heart of Opportunity Tour," celebrating the state's top business ranking and Anduril Industries' 4,000 new jobs, emphasizing partnerships for future growth.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsEconomyEmployment and LaborEducation OhioMike DeWineJim TresselHeart of Opportunity TourAnduril IndustriesEconomic DevelopmentJob CreationOhio Governors Office
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DeWine, Tressel Continue 'Heart of Opportunity' Tour in Piketon and Middletown
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jim Tressel continued their 'Heart of Opportunity Tour' in Piketon and Middletown, celebrating Ohio's No. 1 State for Business ranking. They highlighted job creation at Centrus Energy and workforce development at Butler Tech…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and LaborEnergyEducationTransportation OhioMike DeWineJim TresselHeart of Opportunity TourCentrus EnergyButler TechWorkforce DevelopmentOhio Governors Office
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Ohio Leaders Continue 'Heart of Opportunity' Tour, Highlight Business Success and Workforce Development
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jim Tressel continued their Heart of Opportunity Tour in Toledo and Lima, celebrating Ohio's No. 1 business ranking. They highlighted workforce development at UToledo and manufacturing strength at P&G, emphasizing investments in people…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and LaborEducation OhioMike DeWineJim TresselHeart of Opportunity TourWorkforce DevelopmentManufacturingHigher EducationOhio Governors Office
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DeWine, Tressel Launch "Heart of Opportunity" Tour to Celebrate Ohio's Business Success
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jim Tressel launched the "Heart of Opportunity" tour in Cleveland and Youngstown, celebrating Ohio's top business ranking and discussing strategies for economic and workforce success across the state.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and LaborEducation OhioHeart of Opportunity TourMike DeWineJim TresselEconomic DevelopmentWorkforceOhio Governors Office
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Ohio Breaks Ground on Youngstown Innovation Hub to Boost Advanced Manufacturing
Ohio Lt. Governor Jim Tressel celebrated the groundbreaking of the Youngstown Innovation Hub for Aerospace and Defense. This project, backed by $62 million, aims to boost advanced manufacturing, create 450 jobs, and generate $161.6 million in economic impact for the…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and LaborEducationComputers and Internet Youngstown Innovation HubAerospace and DefenseAdvanced ManufacturingOhioJim Tressel3-D PrintingEconomic DevelopmentOhio Governor's Office
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Lt. Governor Tressel Highlights Statewide Fatherhood Partnership at Columbus All Pro Dad Event
Ohio Lt. Governor Jim Tressel and DCY Director Kara Wente celebrated a statewide fatherhood partnership with All Pro Dad at a Columbus event, emphasizing father engagement for stronger families and better outcomes for children.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessUSAGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEducationSocial Issues OhioJim TresselAll Pro DadFatherhoodDepartment of Children and YouthColumbusFamily & ParentingOhio Governor's Office
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Lt. Governor Tressel Concludes WorkOhio Job Connector Tour at QQE
Lt. Governor Jim Tressel wrapped up his WorkOhio Job Connector Tour at QQE, a quartz manufacturer near Dayton, highlighting the program's success in connecting Ohioans with in-demand careers in advanced manufacturing and semiconductor industries.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and LaborEducationComputers and Internet OhioJim TresselQQEWorkOhioManufacturingSemiconductorsWorkforce DevelopmentOhio Governor's Office
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Lt. Governor Tressel Spotlights Manufacturing Careers in Toledo on WorkOhio Tour
Ohio Lt. Governor Jim Tressel visited Hale Performance Coatings in Toledo, highlighting WorkOhio's role in connecting job seekers with manufacturing careers. The tour showcases in-demand opportunities and personalized support for workforce development in Northwest Ohio.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEmployment and LaborEducation Jim TresselWorkOhioHale Performance CoatingsToledoOhioManufacturingWorkforce DevelopmentOhio Governor's Office
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Lt. Governor Tressel Highlights Job Opportunities at UC Crosley Tower Demolition
Ohio Lt. Governor Jim Tressel visited the University of Cincinnati's Crosley Tower demolition, emphasizing construction job demand and future STEM opportunities. The visit is part of the WorkOhio Job Connector Tour, linking Ohioans to career pathways.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and LaborEducation OhioJim TresselUniversity of CincinnatiCrosley TowerWorkOhioConstructionSTEM EducationOhio Governor's Office
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Lt. Governor Tressel Spotlights Healthcare Career Pathways at New Bridge Cleveland
Lt. Governor Jim Tressel visited New Bridge Cleveland, highlighting WorkOhio's role in connecting Ohioans to in-demand healthcare careers. The tour showcased training labs, emphasizing the program's impact on workforce development in Northeast Ohio.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEmployment and LaborMedical ScienceEducation Jim TresselNew Bridge ClevelandWorkOhioHealthcareWorkforce DevelopmentClevelandOhioOhio Governor's Office
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Lt. Governor Tressel Spotlights STEM Education at Columbus Innovation Lab
Lt. Governor Jim Tressel visited Columbus's PAST Foundation, continuing his WorkOhio Job Connector Tour. The visit highlighted hands-on STEM education, robotics, and advanced manufacturing training, connecting students to future career pathways in Ohio.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyState GovernmentsEmployment and LaborEducationRoboticsComputers and InternetTransportation Jim TresselWorkOhioPAST FoundationColumbusSTEM EducationWorkforce DevelopmentOhio Governor's Office
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Lt. Governor Tressel Highlights Manufacturing Jobs on WorkOhio Tour
Lt. Governor Jim Tressel visited Xaloy in Mahoning Valley, continuing his WorkOhio Job Connector Tour. The initiative connects Ohioans with advanced manufacturing jobs and training, emphasizing personalized support and regional workforce investment.
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Lt. Governor Tressel Kicks Off WorkOhio Job Connector Tour in Marietta
Lt. Governor Jim Tressel began his WorkOhio Job Connector Tour in Marietta, showcasing manufacturing training at AOMC. The initiative connects Ohioans with in-demand jobs and skills, fostering economic growth in Southeast Ohio.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and LaborRoboticsEducation Jim TresselWorkOhioAppalachian Ohio Manufacturers’ CoalitionMarietta, OhioManufacturing TrainingWorkforce DevelopmentSoutheast OhioOhio Governor's Office