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WEEK IN REVIEW
Friday, November 1, 2024
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine Week in Review
For the week ending November 1, 2024
Friday, October 25, 2024
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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and First Lady Fran DeWine visited the All American Quarter Horse Congress held at the Ohio Expo Center. |
Monday, October 28, 2024
 Governor DeWine, First Lady DeWine, Director Vanderhoff, and Butler County WIC Director Cindy Meale take a photo following a book reading with children to celebrate the opening their new local WIC reading space
As part of their continued efforts to inspire children to discover a love of reading, Governor DeWine and First Lady DeWine held a pair of book readings at local Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program clinics in Hamilton and Lisbon.
These WIC clinics are among several across the state that are receiving new “reading spaces” for children. Developed by the Ohio Department of Health and Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Ohio, the reading spaces are cozy, colorful areas stocked with books for kids to enjoy as their families spend time at the clinic.
“Books open up a world of possibilities for our children,” said Governor DeWine. “By connecting more Ohio children and families with our Imagination Library program, these WIC reading spaces will advance our work to help more kids unlock their imaginations, discover a love for reading, and set them on the best path toward success as they enter Kindergarten and throughout life.”
“We really enjoyed reading to the kids today, and we’re hopeful that these designated reading spaces will become quite popular with visitors,” said First Lady DeWine. “We believe our partnership with the Ohio Department of Health and WIC will encourage more Ohio families to sign up their children for Dolly Parton's Imagination Library of Ohio's monthly book delivery.”
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Governor DeWine and Lt. Governor Husted announced the approval of six projects that will create 415 new jobs and retain 1,118 jobs statewide.
During its monthly meeting, the Ohio Tax Credit Authority (TCA) reviewed economic development proposals brought to the board by JobsOhio and its regional partners. The projects are expected to result in nearly $24 million in new payroll and spur nearly $1.1 billion in investments across Ohio.
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Lt. Governor Husted spoke at the Eastern States Consortium at Upper Arlington City Schools about the importance of taking advantage of College Credit Plus and earning credentials in high school. Last year, high school students earned 126,660 credentials-- 60% more than in 2022. |
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Governor DeWine, Lt. Governor Husted, and Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik announced that more than $8.2 million in funding from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) will be directed toward eight projects in Ohio that support workforce and economic development in communities impacted by the downturn of the coal industry.
The funding is part of the federal Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization (POWER) Initiative to help address coal-related job loss in the Appalachian region. The Governor's Office of Appalachia, a division of the Ohio Department of Development, worked with local development districts in Ohio's Appalachian region to identify projects that could qualify for funding and aid in the federal application process.
“In Ohio, we are making significant investments into our Appalachian region, creating a better place to call home, attracting new businesses, and supporting sustainable economic growth,” said Governor DeWine, who serves as a member of the Appalachian Regional Commission. “This funding will support our work to help ensure all Ohioans have the opportunity to live up to their God-given potential.”
“These funds will support community strategies to build new industries and equip local residents with the skills they need to benefit from upcoming economic development projects,” said Lt. Governor Husted. “Creating new jobs and the accompanying prosperity requires strategic planning and investment. I hope these grants will help implement successful strategies in these communities.”
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Wednesday, October 30, 2024
 Governor DeWine, Ohio Department of Health Director Dr. Bruce Vanderhoff, RecoveryOhio Director Aimee Shadwick, Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services Director LeeAnne Cornyn, and Ohio Department of Public Safety Director Andy Wilson held a press conference at the Ohio Statehouse to discuss how the state's comprehensive work to fight drug addiction and overdose deaths is saving lives.
Governor DeWine announced newly verified data demonstrating that the number of overdose deaths in Ohio have dropped substantially for a second consecutive calendar year.
The Ohio Department of Health (ODH)’s 2023 Ohio Unintentional Drug Overdose Report, released Wednesday, revealed a 9% decline in verified overdose deaths across the state. In 2023, Ohio recorded 4,452 unintentional drug overdose deaths, down from 4,915 in 2022.
The results underscore the progress of numerous state programs and resources implemented or expanded under the leadership of Governor DeWine, with a combined aim of saving more lives and putting more people on a path toward addiction recovery.
“When I became Governor in 2019, I made fighting drug addiction and preventing overdose deaths one of my administration’s top priorities,” Governor DeWine said Wednesday at a news conference announcing the release of the report. “This new data shows that Ohio is on the right track, and the numbers have been getting more encouraging each of the past few years. But we also recognize that our work is far from complete – that every overdose death remains a tragedy. These results further sharpen our resolve to continue our fight to save more lives.”
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Lt. Governor Husted provided remarks at the Appalachian Artificial Intelligence (AI) Conference in Nelsonville. The event brought together leaders in the region to explore AI adoption strategies. |
Lt. Governor Husted and Second Lady Tina Husted visited the Pregnancy Resource Center of Athens County to learn about the life-saving services they offer in the region. |
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Thursday, October 31, 2024
 On Thursday, Governor DeWine gave remarks at the funeral service for Jo Ann Davidson, the former Speaker of the Ohio House of Representatives, and only woman to hold that position. Davidson was described by Governor DeWine as "a true Ohio legend, trailblazer, a leader, a role model, friend and deeply devoted public servant." First Lady Fran DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted and Second Lady Tina Husted were among the 500 mourners at her service in the Atrium of the Statehouse following her lying in state in the Rotunda.
Lt. Governor Husted announced that the application period for Ohio's Teacher Bootcamp Program will open on November 1, for institutions of higher education. Teacher bootcamps bring educators into local businesses to help expose them to the in-demand career skillsets their communities need so they can better prepare students to be career ready upon graduation.
“Teacher bootcamps have proven to be very popular, as they allow teachers to learn about businesses and job opportunities available in their communities,” said Lt. Governor Husted. “After completing the bootcamp, teachers are better prepared to advise their students on the types of courses and skills they will need to be ready for work in the communities where they grew up.”
The application period for the Teacher Bootcamp Program will open on November 1, and will close November 29, 2024 at 3 p.m.
Friday, November 1, 2024
November is National Adoption Month, and Governor DeWine, Lt. Governor Husted, and Ohio Department of Children and Youth (DCY) Director Kara B. Wente are calling on the community to work together to ensure that every young person waiting for adoption can find a permanent, loving family.
“Every child deserves the opportunity to grow up in a safe, stable, and loving family,” said Governor DeWine. “During National Adoption Month, we recognize the incredible Ohio families who have opened their hearts and homes to adopt, and we encourage more Ohioans to consider adoption as a way to make a lasting difference in the life of a child.”
“As someone who was adopted, I know firsthand the life-changing impact a loving family can have,” said Lt. Governor Husted. “During National Adoption Month, I encourage everyone to consider the gift of adoption – it’s a chance to provide a child with a stable, supportive home and a lifelong family connection. Adopting isn’t just about changing a child’s life; it’s about creating a future filled with love and opportunity.”
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Governor DeWine joined representatives from the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) to celebrate the widening of a heavily congested 6.3-mile portion of State Route 161 in Franklin County.
The road-widening project added a third lane in each direction of State Route 161 from I-270 to U.S. 62, taking the road from four lanes to six.
Governor DeWine directed ODOT to prioritize this road construction project due to an anticipated increase in traffic resulting from large-scale economic development projects in the area, including Intel.
"This roadway expansion is part of our commitment to addressing the transportation needs in Central Ohio," said Governor DeWine. "As this region continues to grow, we are working to ensure that our infrastructure evolves to meet current and future transportation demands in a manner that focuses on keeping drivers and passengers safe."
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In honor of the life and service of the village of Somerset Mayor Tom Johnson, Governor DeWine 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 the village of Somerset Friday and remain until sunset on the day of his funeral.
In honor of the life and service of the village of Dresden Mayor Greg Morrison, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine orders the flags of the United States and the state of Ohio be flown at half-staff upon all public buildings and grounds throughout the village of Dresden today and remain until sunset on the day of his funeral, November 5, 2024.
In honor of the life and service of former Congressman Dave Hobson, Governor DeWine ordered the flags of the United States and the state of Ohio to be lowered upon all public buildings and grounds throughout Champaign, Clark, Fairfield, Fayette, Franklin, Greene, Logan, Perry, Pickaway, Ross, and Union counties, as well as the Ohio Statehouse, the Vern Riffe Center, and the Rhodes State Office Tower from sunrise to sunset on the day of his funeral, November 2, 2024.
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