Ohio Governor Mike DeWine Week in Review
For the week ending August 8, 2025
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine celebrated the opening of three new re-imagined rest area buildings with ribbon-cuttings in Belmont and Washington counties.
Across the state, Governor DeWine is enhancing the safety, experience, and accessibility for travelers in Ohio, while sharing Ohio’s natural history, historic past, and popular attractions at re-imagined rest areas. New facilities include native Ohio plants, dog trails, rocking chairs, and Storybook Trails, which give kids and families the chance to read a Dolly Parton Imagination Library book along a short trail while stretching their legs.
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“Our Welcome Centers such as Belmont County’s I-70 westbound and Washington County’s I-77 northbound are a first-impression chance to tell Ohio’s great story,” said Governor DeWine. “We hope that all travelers enjoy our modernized rest areas, take a break so they can remain alert on the road, and make a plan to spend more time exploring Ohio, the Heart of it All!”
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Lt. Governor Jim Tressel toured the Wilson Football Factory in Ada.
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Lt. Governor Tressel participated in a ribbon-cutting at Sentinel Career & Technology Center to officially open new facilities for the Manufacturing and Welding, Construction Trades, and Fire and EMT programs.
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Wednesday, August 6, 2025
Governor DeWine and Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Director Mary Mertz celebrated the opening of the newly renovated Put-in-Bay Aquatic Visitor Center with a ribbon cutting.
“Fran and I have enjoyed bringing our family to Lake Erie to enjoy all it has to offer,” said Governor DeWine. “The opening of the new Aquatic Visitor Center today really highlights all the opportunities for recreation available right here. Whether it’s enjoying the exhibits or fishing from the dock, there’s something for everyone in Ohio, the Heart of it All.”
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Thursday, August 7, 2025
Lt. Governor Tressel spoke during the Ohio Chamber of Commerce Workforce Summit.
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Governor DeWine met with members of Dayton Children’s Hospital and toured the new Mathile Center for Mental Health and Wellness facility.
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Lt. Governor Tressel spoke during an Amazon Web Services event to celebrate the company’s commitment to continuing to invest in workforce training and community events in Ohio.
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Friday, August 8, 2025
Governor DeWine, Lt. Governor Tressel, and Ohio Department of Children and Youth (DCY) Director Kara Wente announced nearly $20 million in grants over the biennium to 21 nonprofit organizations across the state through the Ohio Parenting and Pregnancy Program. These grants will connect expectant parents and caregivers to education, support, and trusted local services — giving more Ohio babies a healthy start in life.
The announcement comes as Ohio marks a significant improvement in infant health outcomes.
“Ohio’s infant mortality rate is the lowest it’s been in two decades — 6.6 per 1,000 live births,” said Governor DeWine. “That’s a sign that our investments in supporting families — before, during, and after pregnancy — are working. But we must keep going because every child deserves the opportunity to grow up healthy and strong.”
Governor DeWine's statement on the death of US Astronaut Jim Lovell:
“Fran and I are saddened to learn about the death of US Astronaut Jim Lovell. Born in Cleveland, Jim was a true American hero. His bravery during the Apollo 13 mission captured the attention of the world and reminded us of the importance of teamwork and hope in the face of adversity. We extend our sincere condolences to the Lovell family.”
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