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Governor DeWine Enacts Sweeping Education Reforms with House Bill 455
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed House Bill 455 into law, introducing reforms for schools, the Department of Education and Workforce, State Board of Education appointments, and work hour requirements for those under sixteen.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEducationState GovernmentsEmployment and LaborGeneral Politics Mike DeWineOhioHouse Bill 455Education LawSchoolsState Board of EducationYouth EmploymentOhio Governors Office
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Ohio Governor Orders Flags Lowered to Honor Simon 'Si' L. Leis, Jr.
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has ordered flags to fly at half-staff on July 10, 2026, across Hamilton County and at state buildings to honor the life and service of former prosecutor, judge, and sheriff Simon 'Si' L. Leis, Jr.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementState GovernmentsLegalGeneral Politics Simon L. Leis Jr.Mike DeWineOhioHamilton CountyFlag LoweringPublic ServiceFuneralOhio Governors Office
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Governor DeWine Enacts Health Insurer Recoupment Bill
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed Senate Bill 162 into law, regulating the timeframe for health insurer recoupment from health care providers. Sponsored by Senator Louis W. Blessing III, this new legislation impacts healthcare operations across Ohio.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessUSA Mike DeWineOhioSenate Bill 162Louis W. Blessing IIIHealth InsuranceHealthcare ProvidersLegislationOhio Governors Office
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Governor DeWine Declares State of Emergency in Mahoning County After Severe Storms
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine declared a state of emergency in Mahoning County following Sunday's severe weather. The declaration expedites state aid for cleanup and recovery efforts, with state agencies directed to provide necessary resources.
Politics and GovernmentWeatherState GovernmentsGeneral Weather Mike DeWineMahoning CountyState of EmergencySevere WeatherStorm DamageOhioEmergency ServicesOhio Governors Office
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Ohio Governor Announces $110 Million for Mixed-Use Projects, Anticipating $1.3 Billion in Investments
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced $110 million in state support for 13 mixed-use development projects. These initiatives are expected to spur $1.3 billion in investments and create over $318 million in new payroll, fostering vibrant communities across Ohio.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessUSAGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyReal EstateEmployment and Labor OhioMike DeWineLydia MihalikTransformational Mixed-Use Development ProgramCommunity DevelopmentInvestmentsReal Estate DevelopmentOhio Governors Office
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Governor DeWine Responds to Tragic Vinton County Case
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine addressed a tragic situation in Vinton County, expressing heartbreak over children's living and medical conditions. He offered state assistance, with Attorney General Andy Wilson calling the scene unprecedented, and state agencies providing support.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementHealthSocial IssuesState GovernmentsLegal Mike DeWineVinton CountyOhioChild WelfareChildren's ServicesTragic SituationOhio Governors Office
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Ohio Governor DeWine Funds $2.5 Million for University Literacy Centers
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced $2.5 million for Structured Literacy Centers at Akron, Bowling Green, and Miami Universities. This funding boosts Science of Reading training for teachers, aiming to improve literacy and support students with dyslexia across Ohio.
Politics and GovernmentUSAState GovernmentsEducationSocial IssuesGeneral Politics OhioStructured LiteracyScience of ReadingMike DeWineUniversity of AkronHigher EducationOhio Governors Office
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Ohio Governor DeWine Celebrates Grand Opening of McArthur Center
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine opened the new University of Rio Grande McArthur Center in Vinton County. Funded by a $12 million grant, it offers education, workforce training in healthcare and manufacturing, and a new health clinic, aiming to transform the…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and LaborMedical ScienceEducation Mike DeWineVinton CountyMcArthur CenterUniversity of Rio GrandeAppalachian Community Grant ProgramHealthcareOhio Governors Office
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Ohio Showcases 'Heart of it All' at Great American State Fair
Ohio Governor and First Lady DeWine opened the Ohio Pavilion at the Great American State Fair in D.C., highlighting the state's attractions, innovations, and family initiatives as America celebrates its 250th birthday.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessState GovernmentsEducationSocial IssuesEconomy OhioGreat American State FairMike DeWineFran DeWineChildren's ProgramsTourismOhio Governors Office
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Governor DeWine Appoints MaryBeth Kiah to Portage County Municipal Court
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has appointed MaryBeth Kiah to the Portage County Municipal Court. Kiah will fill the seat left vacant by Judge Mark K. Fankhauser, taking office on July 14, 2026, and must run for election in 2027.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementState GovernmentsLegalEducationElection MaryBeth KiahMike DeWinePortage CountyMunicipal CourtJudicial AppointmentOhioLawOhio Governors Office
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Ohio Governor DeWine Orders Flags Lowered for Jeff Armbruster
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has ordered flags to be flown at half-staff on June 7, 2026, across Lorain County and at key state buildings, honoring the life and service of former State Senator and County Administrator Jeff Armbruster.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsState Governments Jeff ArmbrusterMike DeWineOhioLorain CountyFlag LoweringGovernmentPublic ServiceOhio Governors Office
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OhioSEE Program Celebrates Expansion with Governor DeWine and Dr. Oz
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Dr. Mehmet Oz celebrated the expansion of the OhioSEE children's eyesight program. Funded by a federal award, it will bring comprehensive eye exams and free glasses to more K-3 students in rural Ohio schools.
Politics and GovernmentHealthUSAGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsMedical ScienceEducationSocial Issues OhioSEEMike DeWineMehmet OzChildren's VisionSchool HealthOhioRural HealthOhio Governors Office
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Governor DeWine Orders Flags Lowered for Memorial Day
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has mandated that U.S. and state flags be flown at half-staff on all public buildings and grounds across Ohio from 12:01 a.m. until noon on May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day.
Politics and GovernmentState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsSocial Issues Mike DeWineOhioMemorial DayFlag loweringPublic buildingsColumbusGovernmentOhio Governors Office
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Governor DeWine Orders Flags Lowered for Peace Officer Memorial Day
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has ordered U.S. and state flags to half-staff on May 15, 2026, across all public buildings and grounds. This action honors Peace Officer Memorial Day and Police Week, recognizing the service and sacrifice of law enforcement…
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Governor DeWine Appoints New Attorney General, Advances Justice Reform and Economic Development
Governor DeWine appointed Andy Wilson as Ohio Attorney General, launched juvenile justice facility construction, and announced significant economic and environmental grants, alongside promoting tourism and fitness initiatives throughout the week.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementEducationState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and LaborLegalRobotics Mike DeWineAndy WilsonOhio Attorney GeneralJuvenile JusticeBrownfield RemediationEconomic DevelopmentOhioOhio Governors Office
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Ohio Governor Celebrates Kettering Schools for Science of Reading Success
Governor Mike DeWine visited Beavertown Elementary to honor five Kettering schools receiving the Science of Reading Champions award following significant improvements in early literacy and reading proficiency.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyState GovernmentsEducationGeneral PoliticsMedical Science Primary EducationLiteracyMike DeWineKettering City SchoolsScience of ReadingOhioOhio Governors Office