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Governors unveil new bridge connecting Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky

June 18, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear today unveiled the design of the state-of-the-art companion bridge to be built as part of the 8-mile Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky.

Ohio governor signs bill adopting the 1905 Wright Flyer III as Ohio’s official state airplane

June 13, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

While visiting Carillon Historical Park in Dayton, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine held a ceremonial bill signing to designate the 1905 Wright Flyer III as the official state airplane.

Ohio gov announces support for banning cell phones in Ohio schools

April 8, 2025 Community News

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced his support for legislation that would ban the use of cell phones in public schools in Ohio.

DeWine signs bill to adopt the 1905 Wright Flyer III as the state airplane

April 2, 2025 Todd DeFeo

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has signed a measure to recognize the historical significance of the Wright Flyer III.

Ohio lawmakers send anti-DEI measure to governor

March 27, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

Ohio lawmakers have sent a bill to Gov. Mike DeWine to eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives at state colleges and universities.

Former Ohio Senate president joins Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board

February 19, 2025 Community News

The Ohio Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board welcomed former Ohio Senate President Larry Obhof as its newest member.

Tressel officially Ohio’s 67th lieutenant governor

February 14, 2025 Community News

Ohio Supreme Court Justice Patrick DeWine swore in former Ohio State football coach Jim Tressel as Ohio’s 67th lieutenant governor during a ceremony in the Rotunda of the Ohio Statehouse on Friday morning.

Yost raises more than $1 million during second half of 2024 for gubernatorial bid

February 2, 2025 Community News

Ohio Attorney General and gubernatorial candidate Dave Yost reported raising more than $1 million in the second half of 2024, outpacing other statewide elected officials and candidates.

Bill would give Ohio a flat tax over two years

January 29, 2025 Community News

Proposed legislation in Ohio could significantly change the state’s tax collection system, leading to increased revenue.

Ohio bills would honor Rutherford B. Hayes Day, Wright Flyer III

January 27, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

Ohio lawmakers could show some love for the state’s history.