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*WEEK IN REVIEW*
Friday, May 30, 2025






Ohio Governor Mike DeWine Week in Review

"For the week ending May 30, 2025

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*Friday. May 23, 2025*

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DeWine speaks at commencement ceremony [ [link removed] ]

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine spoke at Indian Lake High School's Commencement Ceremony held at Laker Stadium in Lewistown. 



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*Monday, May 26, 2025*

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Memorial Day Banner [ [link removed] ]
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*Tuesday, May 27, 2025*

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Governor DeWine and Andy Wilson announces Ohio missing person working group recommendations [ [link removed] ]

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Public Safety Director Andy Wilson announced [ [link removed] ] more than a dozen recommendations from the Ohio Missing Persons Working Group to improve the efficiency of missing persons investigations in Ohio.

Governor DeWine created the working group in January to examine the complexities of missing persons cases, the roadblocks encountered by law enforcement, and the struggles faced by families with missing loved ones. 

"Thousands of children and adults are reported missing each year, and although most are located quickly, some simply vanish, leaving anguished families behind and adding to law enforcement's growing caseload," said Governor DeWine. "The goal of this working group was to identify what more we could do as a state to help law enforcement bring more missing people home and support family members during a time of great despair."



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Governor DeWine released the following statement after the death of Morrow County Deputy Sheriff  Daniel Sherrer: 

"Fran and I want to express our sorrow following this terrible situation. Deputy Sherrer was responding to a domestic relations call, which are, sadly, often the most dangerous calls. This tragedy reminds us how difficult it is to be a law enforcement officer. When responding to a call, law enforcement often has no idea what they are getting into, but they respond and do what they need to do to protect the public and all of us. We pray for Deputy Sherrer's family, friends, and colleagues, and our thoughts are with all enforcement officers who are out there each day responding to dangerous situations." 

Lt. Governor Jim Tressel also released the following statement after the death of Deputy Sherrer: 

"Ellen and I are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of Deputy Sherrer. It is a heartbreaking reminder of the courage and selflessness that defines our law enforcement officers in Ohio. every day, they step into uncertain and often dangerous situations to protect others — often without a moment's notice. Our hearts go out to Deputy Sherrer's family, friends, and fellow deputies during this incredibly difficult time. We are grateful for his service and for the bravery of all those in law enforcement who step forward to protect our communities and keep us safe." 

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Lt. Governor Tressel spoke with the Associated Builders and Contractors of Ohio about the growth of the construction workforce. Adding 40,000 construction jobs since 2019—has put Ohio at an all-time high. 

Lt. Tressel speaking to the Associated Builders and Contractors of Ohio [ [link removed] ]

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*Wednesday, May 28, 2025*

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Lt. Tressel standing with Anduril Industries [ [link removed] ]

Lt. Governor Tressel spoke with Anduril's team to learn more about their work creating 4,000 high-paying manufacturing jobs - Ohio's single largest job creation project to date. 



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*Thursday, May 29, 2025*

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Governor DeWine speaking at the Children’s Hospitals’ Solutions for Patient Safety’s press conference [ [link removed] ]

The Ohio-founded international pediatric patient and employee safety effort, Children’s Hospitals’ Solutions for Patient Safety (SPS [ [link removed] ]), announced [ [link removed]? ] that it has spared more than 30,109 children from serious harm since its inception. This significant safety milestone has also resulted in an estimated savings of $668.4 million in healthcare costs.

Standing in the Ohio Statehouse, where the effort was launched in 2009, Ohio leaders joined SPS to honor the 16 years of collaboration, growing from the eight original members to more than 150 hospitals in North America that have transformed pediatric healthcare with their dedication and work toward the goal of zero serious harm. Early efforts included a partnership with the Ohio Business Roundtable, with foundational support from the Cardinal Health Foundation. The hospitals in the network share information and data regularly to learn best practices that are then spread across the network and shared publicly, along with results, on the network’s website [ [link removed] ].

“Ohio is known for innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit – and this effort demonstrates how our children’s hospitals come together and put these principles in motion to save lives,” said Governor DeWine. “Ohioans can be immensely proud of our outstanding children’s hospitals and how we are exporting their expertise and experience throughout the world.”



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The Heath-Newark-Licking County Port Authority announced [ [link removed] ] The Boeing Company has made a long-term commitment through a lease extension with the Port Authority for cleanroom and advanced manufacturing space at the Central Ohio Aerospace and Technology Center in Heath.  The commitment represents a more than $50 million investment by Boeing.

“The announcement of the lease extension by Boeing and new capital investment at the Heath-Newark-Licking County Port Authority will add to Ohio’s strategic capabilities and reputation as the premiere state for defense-related projects,” said Governor DeWine. “Ohio is the birthplace of aviation and remains a driving force within the aerospace industry.”

“Boeing’s long-term commitment to Licking County is yet another example of the incredible
opportunities we have coming our way in Ohio right now,” said Lt. Governor Tressel. “As major companies continue to deepen their investment in our state, they are bringing more jobs and prosperity along with them. Additionally, this announcement by Boeing will help Ohio maintain its position as a national leader in aerospace and defense for many years to come.”

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Lt. Governor Jim Tressel brought together Career and Technical Education leaders from across Ohio [ [link removed] ]

Lt. Governor Tressel brought [ [link removed] ] together Career and Technical Education (CTE) leaders from across Ohio for a roundtable discussion on efforts to expand CTE opportunities for students.

Hosted at Medina County Career Center (MCCC), the event included CTE superintendents, administrators, and educators from all regions of Ohio who shared insights into this growing educational pathway.

“As a former educator, I know how important it is to give students choices – to make sure that every child has the opportunity to find something that they are passionate about doing,” said Lt. Governor Tressel. “More often now, we’re seeing kids finding their spark in career and technical education. While this is exciting, and can lead to successful and fulfilling careers, we need to make sure we are stepping up as a state to ensure that every child who is interested in pursuing CTE has the ability to do so.”



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Governor DeWine helped cut the ribbon at the Eagle Electronics factory in Solon to celebrate its first mass production run of cellular modules. 

Governor DeWine with Eagle Electronics employees [ [link removed] ]

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Lt. Governor Jim Tressel joined University of Akron President R.J. Nemer and other university leaders for the roundtable discussion [ [link removed] ]

Lt. Governor Tressel brought [ [link removed] ] together business, education, and community leaders from the Greater Akron area for a roundtable discussion on the region’s workforce strengths and its needs.

Held at the University of Akron (UA), the roundtable marked the latest stop in the Lt. Governor’s ongoing series of community conversations to inform the development of Ohio’s Workforce Playbook.

“As we travel the state, we continue to see the communities that have strong partnerships between education and business, like we see here in Akron, are best positioned for the incredible opportunities we have coming our way in Ohio. They are preparing their students to thrive in the jobs of tomorrow, while also addressing local industry needs,” said Lt. Governor Tressel. “As someone who earned my master’s degree at the University of Akron and also worked here for many years, I’ve seen firsthand how the UA connects education to real-world experiences that students can take with them for life. As we shape Ohio’s Workforce Playbook, we want to continue to build on these kinds of local partnerships all across the state.”



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Lt. Governor Tressel visited Additive Engineering Solutions in Akron to tour some of the largest 3D printers in the country. 

Lt. Governor Tressel visiting Additive Engineering Solutions to view their 3D printers [ [link removed] ]

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*Friday, May 30, 2025*

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Change of Command & Passing of the Colors [ [link removed] ]

During a special ceremony [ [link removed] ] at the Ohio Statehouse, the duties of Ohio's adjutant general were officially transferred to Brigadier General Matthew S. Woodruff. 

Brig. Gen. Woodruff most recently served as the Ohio National Guard's assistant adjutant general for Army and commanding general of the Ohio National Guard. He assumed the role of adjutant general upon the retirement of Major General John C. Harris, Jr.

Governor DeWine swore in Maj. Gen. Harris to begin serving as the director of the Ohio Department of Veteran Services, replacing Maj. Gen. (U.S. Army, retired) Deborah Ashenhurst, who retired from the agency last month. 



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Local Jail Funding graphic [ [link removed] ]

Governor DeWine and Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction Director Annette Chambers-Smith announced [ [link removed] ]that the state will award $50 million in grants to support construction and renovation projects at 19 local jails across the state. 

The funding will be awarded through the Ohio Jail Safety and Security Program, which was launched by Governor DeWine in partnership with the Ohio General Assembly in 2021. The goal of the program is to help local communities fund improvements at functionally obsolete and structurally failing jails.

"This funding will not only support safer environments for those living and working in our local jails, but it will also help prepare inmates for release by creating improved spaces for workforce development, educational opportunities, and other programming," said Governor DeWine. 



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Governor DeWine is encouraging [ [link removed] ] Ohioans to take advantage of this year’s Sales Tax Holiday, which is designed to provide meaningful savings for families across the state.

The 2025 Sales Tax Holiday will run for two full weeks, beginning at 12:00 a.m. on Friday, August 1, and ending at 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, August 14.

In 2024, Governor DeWine and the Ohio General Assembly expanded the Sales Tax Holiday to include more items and run for a longer period. Instead of the usual three days, it lasted ten days and was expanded to include a wide range of items up to $500, rather than limited to school supplies.

“The timing of this year’s sales tax holiday not only supports families preparing for back-to-school, but also provides relief on other important household needs,” said Governor DeWine.

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Lt. Governor Tressel sitting with members of the Ohio Business Roundtable [ [link removed] ]

Lt. Governor Tressel sat down with JobsOhio and the Ohio Business Roundtable to discuss keys for Ohio to keep winning significant economic development projects.



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