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Ohio Approves Five Projects Set to Create 1,173 Jobs and $431 Million in Investments
Ohio Tax Credit Authority backs five projects from Neptune North, Growscape, Polyethics, Sebang Lithium Battery and Wal-Mart, creating 1,173 jobs and retaining 601 statewide.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessUSAState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and LaborEnergy OhioMike DeWineOhio Tax Credit AuthorityJob Creation Tax CreditJobsOhioSebang Lithium Battery Ohio LLCWal-Mart Associates, Inc.Ohio 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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DeWine Announces $273 Million U.S. DOE Grant to Upgrade Ohio's Electric Grid
Ohio receives a $273 million federal grant under the SPARK initiative to modernize high-voltage transmission, with $137 million going to PUCO to add grid capacity without new power plants.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEnergyState GovernmentsFederal GovernmentEnvironment Mike DeWineU.S. Department of EnergyOhioPublic Utilities Commission of OhioSPARK initiativeelectric gridJenifer FrenchOhio Governors Office
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Ohio Governor DeWine Declares State of Emergency in 19 Counties After Severe Flooding
Governor Mike DeWine declared a state of emergency in 19 Ohio counties after severe weather and flooding, directing state agencies to assist with cleanup and recovery efforts.
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DeWine Forms Steering Group for Ohio's U.S. Space Academy Bid
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine names an 11-member steering group, chaired by Development Director Lydia Mihalik, to prepare the state's response to NASA's Request for Information on hosting the U.S. Space Academy.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyUSAState GovernmentsAstronomy and SpaceEducationMilitary Mike DeWineU.S. Space AcademyNASAOhioRequest for InformationLydia MihalikWright-Patterson Air Force BaseOhio Governors Office
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FBI Cleveland Opens Applications for Fall 2026 Collegiate Academy
FBI Cleveland is accepting applications through September 25 for its free one-day Fall 2026 Collegiate Academy, open to qualifying college sophomores, juniors, seniors and graduate students from northern Ohio.
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Ohio First Lady Fran DeWine Honors Dolly Parton as Imagination Library of Ohio Reaches 432,000 Children
Fran DeWine celebrated Dolly Parton's Imagination Library of Ohio at the 2026 First Lady's Luncheon with Trisha Yearwood, touting 28 million books gifted and the nation's largest program.
Politics and GovernmentEntertainmentUSAState GovernmentsMusicEducationSocial Issues Fran DeWineDolly Parton's Imagination Library of OhioTrisha YearwoodDolly PartonFirst Lady's LuncheonMike DeWineOhioOhio 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.
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Social Security Administration Alerts Ohio Residents to Changed Office Status
SSA says operational status of local offices, card centers and hearing offices in Ohio has changed, and points recipients to online services for benefits, records and account management.
Politics and GovernmentHealthUSAFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsEconomyComputers and Internet Social Security AdministrationOhioSocial Security office statusmy Social Security accountretirement benefitsdisability benefitsMedicare
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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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Social Security Administration Alerts Ohio Residents to Change in Local Office Status
SSA notifies Ohio residents that the operational status of their local Social Security office, card center or hearing office has changed, and points them to online services.
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SSA Updates Ohio Social Security Office, Card Center, and Hearing Office Status
The Social Security Administration says the operational status of local offices, card centers, or hearing offices in Ohio has changed, and it is directing the public to check status online and use digital services.
Politics and GovernmentHealthFederal GovernmentSocial IssuesEmployment and Labor Social Security AdministrationOhioSocial Security officesOnline servicesRetirement benefitsDisability benefitsMedicare
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ICE Lodges Detainer for Illegal Alien Charged in Fatal Ohio Semi-Truck Crash
ICE has lodged a detainer for Manjit Singh, an illegal alien from India, charged with aggravated vehicular homicide in a fatal Ohio semi-truck crash. Singh, released by the Biden Administration, held a California commercial driver’s license.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsSocial Issues ICEDHSOhioBrown CountyManjit SinghVehicular HomicideImmigrationU.S. Department of Homeland Security
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ICE Lodges Detainer for Illegal Alien Charged in Fatal Ohio DUI Crash
ICE has lodged a detainer for Alvaro Uribe-Gonzalez, an illegal alien charged with fatal DUI in Ohio. He was previously deported by the Trump Administration, and DHS seeks his removal following the crash that killed Cameron Lyon.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentLegalSocial IssuesTransportation ICEDUIFatal CrashOhioAlvaro Uribe-GonzalezDeportationU.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Ohio Awarded $50 Million Federal Talent Search Grant for Student Success
Ohio secures a $50 million federal Talent Search Grant, the largest award, to support 20,000 low-income and first-generation students annually across 130 schools, fostering postsecondary success and career opportunities.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEducationState GovernmentsEmployment and LaborSocial Issues OhioTalent Search GrantHigher EducationMike DeWineStudent SupportCollege AccessOhio Governors Office
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Media Monitor: USA TODAY reports on Amazon lawsuit, trade dispute, US Open, and missing children operation
USA TODAY reports on a class-action lawsuit against Amazon over pregnancy accommodations, an escalating U.S.-Canada trade dispute, Ben Shelton's US Open victory, and the recovery of 79 missing children in Ohio.
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Ohio Social Security Offices Update Operations, Promote Online Services
The Social Security Administration announced operational changes for Ohio offices, urging residents to use extensive online services for benefits, account management, and information access, reducing the need for in-person visits.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessFederal GovernmentSocial IssuesEconomyEducation Social Security AdministrationOhioonline servicesretirement benefitsdisability benefitsMedicaregovernment services
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DHS Secretary Mullin Visits Ohio, Highlights Record ICE Arrests and Law Enforcement Cooperation
DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin visited Ohio, discussing federal-state-local law enforcement cooperation and highlighting record ICE arrests of illegal aliens in August 2026. He also met with CBP and Coast Guard personnel, emphasizing their role in community safety and lawful commerce.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentState Governments Markwayne MullinDHSOhioICE ArrestsLaw Enforcement CooperationBorder SecurityImmigrationU.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Social Security Administration Updates Ohio Office Status, Promotes Online Services
The Social Security Administration has updated the operational status of its Ohio offices, encouraging residents to utilize extensive online services for benefits, account management, and information, reducing the need for in-person visits.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessFederal GovernmentSocial IssuesEmployment and LaborEconomyEducation Social Security AdministrationOhioOnline ServicesRetirement BenefitsDisability BenefitsMedicareGovernment Services
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Ohio Social Security Offices Update Operational Status, Promote Online Services
The Social Security Administration has updated the operational status of its Ohio offices. Many services, including benefit applications and account management, are now available online, encouraging citizens to utilize digital resources.
Politics and GovernmentHealthFederal GovernmentSocial IssuesEmployment and LaborLegalEconomy Social Security AdministrationOhiooffice statusonline servicesretirement benefitsdisability benefitsMedicare
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Ohio Governor's Office Highlights Statewide Initiatives, Disaster Relief Request
Ohio's week included Lt. Governor Tressel's fitness challenge engaging 650,000 students, a new pediatric cancer navigation program, and Governor DeWine's request for federal disaster aid after August storms.
Politics and GovernmentHealthScience & TechnologyBusinessState GovernmentsEducationMedical ScienceComputers and InternetEnvironmentDisasters OhioYouth WellnessChildhood CancerDisaster ReliefWater QualityGovernment InitiativesOhio Governors Office
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Governor DeWine Announces Extensive Appointments to Ohio Boards and Commissions
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced numerous appointments and reappointments to state boards and commissions, impacting higher education, public safety, health, and financial oversight. These roles are crucial for the state's governance and strategic direction.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessEducationState GovernmentsMedical ScienceLegalBankingSocial Issues Ohio Governor Mike DeWineGovernment AppointmentsHigher EducationState BoardsOhioPublic SafetyHealth CommissionsOhio Governors Office
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Ohio Social Security Offices Update Status, Promote Online Services
Ohio Social Security offices have updated their operational status. The SSA encourages residents to utilize extensive online services for benefits applications, account management, and information review, reducing the need for in-person visits.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessFederal GovernmentSocial IssuesEconomyEducation Social Security AdministrationOhiooffice statusonline servicesretirement benefitsdisability benefitsMedicare
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Ohio Social Security Offices Update Operational Status, Promote Online Services
The Social Security Administration has updated the operational status of its Ohio offices, urging the public to utilize extensive online services for benefits, account management, and information access, reducing the need for in-person visits.
Politics and GovernmentHealthFederal GovernmentSocial IssuesEmployment and Labor Social Security AdministrationOhioOffice StatusOnline ServicesRetirement BenefitsDisability BenefitsMedicare
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Governor DeWine Seeks Federal Disaster Aid for Ohio After August Storms
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine requested a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for 23 counties hit by August storms, including 17 tornadoes. Federal aid is sought for destroyed homes, businesses, and recovery efforts, as state capabilities are exceeded.
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Adena Health Acquires Fairfield Medical Center Following FTC Scrutiny
Adena Health has acquired Fairfield Medical Center in southeastern Ohio. This follows a Federal Trade Commission investigation into a prior acquisition attempt by OhioHealth, marking a significant development in regional healthcare.
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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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Governor DeWine Unveils New Pediatric Cancer Navigation Program
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine launched a new Pediatric Complex Care Navigation Program to support families of children with cancer. Housed within the Ohio Department of Health, it offers a single point of contact for resources, simplifying complex healthcare navigation for…
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