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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine Appoints Nationwide Executive Vinita Clements to Columbus State Board of Trustees

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine Appoints Nationwide Executive Vinita Clements to Columbus State Board of Trustees

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has appointed Vinita Clements, Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer for Nationwide, to the Columbus State Community College Board of Trustees. Clements brings over 22 years of experience at Nationwide, where she leads the company’s workforce strategy and oversees human resources for approximately 22,000 employees. Her role at Nationwide involves pioneering the workplace of the future by redefining talent attraction and retention, emphasizing associate experience, workplace flexibility, career development, and integrating AI-enabled learning. President David T. Harrison of Columbus State highlighted Clements' valuable insights into regional workforce needs and her ability to advance student success and economic prosperity.
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Man pleads not guilty in Ohio fair incident involving Amy Acton

Man pleads not guilty in Ohio fair incident involving Amy Acton

An Ohio man accused of rushing toward Democratic gubernatorial nominee Amy Acton and injuring two people pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor charges.
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Registered Republican Patrick Havas Accused of Targeting Ohio Gubernatorial Candidate Amy Acton at Campaign Event

Registered Republican Patrick Havas Accused of Targeting Ohio Gubernatorial Candidate Amy Acton at Campaign Event

Patrick Havas, a 38-year-old registered Republican, has been accused of charging at Amy Acton, the Democratic candidate for Ohio governor, during a campaign stop at the Canfield Fair. The incident, which occurred at the Mahoning County Democratic Party tent, involved Havas allegedly pushing his way through a crowd, knocking over multiple audience members, while recording with his cellphone. Authorities reported that Havas was found to be carrying a Taser and two pistols. He was subsequently arrested and booked on charges of disorderly conduct and two counts of assault. The Ohio State Highway Patrol and Mahoning County Sheriff's Office are investigating the incident. Acton is running against Republican Vivek Ramaswamy in the November election to succeed term-limited Republican Governor Mike DeWine.
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H2Ohio Initiative Completes Wetland Project Near Ottawa River to Improve Water Quality

H2Ohio Initiative Completes Wetland Project Near Ottawa River to Improve Water Quality

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) and the village of Ottawa Hills have announced the completion of a significant wetland project near the Ottawa River. This initiative, part of the H2Ohio program, aims to enhance water quality throughout the region. The project involved the creation of stormwater retention and floodplain wetlands across a 23-acre site. According to Governor Mike DeWine, H2Ohio is actively improving water quality with over 500 wetlands either completed or in progress statewide. These new shallow wetlands are designed to hold up to 33 million gallons of stormwater annually, effectively slowing and filtering runoff before it reaches the Ottawa River and Lake Erie. This process is crucial for removing nutrients like phosphorus and nitrogen, which contribute to water pollution.
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Armed Individual Attacks Democratic Nominee for Ohio Governor Amy Acton at County Fair

Armed Individual Attacks Democratic Nominee for Ohio Governor Amy Acton at County Fair

An armed individual, Patrick M. Havas, 38, lunged at Amy Acton, the Democratic nominee for Ohio governor, during an event at a county fair in Canfield. Authorities reported that Havas forced his way through a crowd towards Acton, injuring multiple fairgoers in the process. State police intercepted Havas, who was found to be in possession of a taser and two pistols. Governor Mike DeWine (R) confirmed that Acton was unharmed, but others sustained injuries. The incident occurred during a tight gubernatorial race between Acton and Republican Vivek Ramaswamy. Both Governor DeWine and Ramaswamy's campaign condemned the act of violence, emphasizing that such threats have no place in politics.
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Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine says 'no one overblew' Amy Acton fair incident

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine says 'no one overblew' Amy Acton fair incident

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine called the recent security incident involving Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton at the Canfield Fair "reprehensible."
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Seahawks vs. Patriots: Expert predictions, picks, odds for NFL Week 1

Seahawks vs. Patriots: Expert predictions, picks, odds for NFL Week 1

The Seattle Seahawks host the New England Patriots at Lumen Field on Sept. 9 and USA TODAY's NFL experts have locked in their picks for the action.
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Chelsea vs. Leeds Carabao Cup prediction, odds, how to watch today

Chelsea vs. Leeds Carabao Cup prediction, odds, how to watch today

Chelsea continues its 2026-27 Carabao Cup run on Wednesday, Sept. 9 at Stamford Bridge against fellow Premier League side Leeds.
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Lions vs Saints predictions, picks, odds for NFL Week 1 game

Lions vs Saints predictions, picks, odds for NFL Week 1 game

The Detroit Lions host the New Orleans Saints at Ford Field on Sept. 13 and USA TODAY's NFL experts have locked in their picks for the action.
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Mike DeWine wins national award for children's vision program OhioSEE

Mike DeWine wins national award for children's vision program OhioSEE

DeWine is being honored for OhioSEE, a program that provides eye exams and glasses to Ohio students. Here's why.
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Amy Acton unharmed after Ohio incident. Who is suspect Patrick Havas?

Amy Acton unharmed after Ohio incident. Who is suspect Patrick Havas?

A man was accused of lunging at Ohio governor candidate Dr. Amy Acton at the Canfield Fair. Here's what we know about the incident.
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Dolly Parton's Ohio legacy is growing. See what's coming to state park

Dolly Parton's Ohio legacy is growing. See what's coming to state park

Dolly Parton's legacy in Ohio is growing. The state will open a new Storybook Trail from her Imagination Library later this month. Here's where.