AKRON, Ohio, June 13 -- Akron Public Schools issued the following news: The Rotary Club of Akron is proud to announce its recent scholarship awards to graduating seniors from Akron Public Schools (APS). A ceremony was held on April 23, 2024, to recognize these outstanding students for their academic achievements and dedication to their chosen career paths. The keynote speaker was Dr. Michael Robinson, Superintendent of Akron Public Schools. "We are incredibly impressed by the caliber of this y  more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, June 14 -- Ohio House Democrats issued the following news on June 13, 2024: As corporate bailout costs for failing coal plants in Ohio and Indiana are projected to climb to $500 million over the next six months, Ohio House Democrats today highlighted consumer protections in a pair of bills the Democrats say would reverse the economic damage of the corrupt passage of House Bill 6. "Our job is to bring costs down for the people of Ohio, and that is what our bills would do. Instea  more

BEREA, Ohio, June 13 -- Baldwin Wallace University issued the following news: The most recent, cutting-edge upgrades in HoloLens technology offer realistic practice diagnosing and responding to a range of healthcare conditions. While robust clinical partnerships offer real-world experience that is vital in healthcare education, so, too, is state-of-the-art technology for no-risk practice in high-risk situations. The immersive technology -- a blend of virtual and augmented reality -- allows us  more

HOUSTON, Texas, June 14 -- CenterPoint Energy issued the following news release: This year, CenterPoint Energy's Community Safety Grant program awarded more than 90 grants totaling nearly $230,000 in Indiana, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Ohio and Texas to fund safety-related equipment and projects in local communities. "At CenterPoint Energy, safety is one of our core values and influences every decision we make as we provide safe and reliable energy solutions for the customers and commu  more

CINCINNATI, Ohio, June 13 -- Cintas, a provider of entrance mats, restroom cleaning and supplies, tile and carpet cleaning, promotional products, first aid, safety, fire protection products and services, issued the following news: Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) was among the winners of this year's 22nd Annual American Business Stevie AwardsOpens in a new window. for outstanding marketing campaign strategy. Cintas received two Silver Stevie Awards for its "Putting People First" campaign. T  more

CINCINNATI, Ohio, June 13 -- Fifth Third Bank issued the following news release: Fifth Third has been recognized as a top regional company by Fair360. A national leader in data-driven insights, Fair360's annual evaluation recognizes U.S. employers for their excellence in promoting workplace fairness through talent strategy, supplier diversity practices and philanthropic engagement. "Delivering an inclusive experience for employees, suppliers, communities and customers is essential to creating   more

BOSTON, Massachusetts, June 14 -- The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection issued the following news release: The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) assessed an $11,607 penalty against Ohio-based Russell T. Bundy Associates, Inc., doing business as Pan Glo New England (Pan Glo), for violating air pollution, hazardous waste, and toxic use reduction regulations at its facility on Goddard Memorial Drive in Worcester. Pan Glo is an industrial provider of   more

OXFORD, Ohio, June 14 (TNSres) -- Miami University issued the following news: Michele Navakas, professor of English at Miami University, has received the Fulbright Danish Distinguished Scholar Award in American Studies for the 2024-2025 academic year. She will be hosted by the University of Southern Denmark's Center for American Studies, which is the largest American Studies center in Scandinavia, for eight months beginning in September. "Denmark is a global front-runner in the green transiti  more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, June 14 -- Nationwide Children's Hospital issued the following news release: The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has awarded Nationwide Children's Hospital a $4.7 million grant for the implementation of the Healthy Start Initiative, striving to improve the health of moms and babies in three Appalachian Ohio counties. "Organizations in these counties offer many programs for families, and parents and caregivers need to know they have a supportive community loo  more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, June 13 (TNSres) -- Ohio State University issued the following news: * * * Surprising finding suggests people compensate for attitudinal discomfort * * * Feeling ambivalent about a political issue might seem to be a recipe for indecision and even inaction. But a new study suggests, surprisingly, that ambivalence can actually lead some people - especially those with polarized views - to be more supportive of extreme actions, such as violence. The reason? Researchers found th  more

DELAWARE, Ohio, June 13 -- Ohio Wesleyan University issued the following news release: Ohio Wesleyan University senior Bolu Ogunye of Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada, has been awarded a Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship to study French language and culture at Les Cours de Civilisation Francaise de la Sorbonne in Paris. "One of my goals for the future is to work with the World Health Organization (WHO) studying the role of social determinants in all areas of health care," said Ogunye,   more

TOLEDO, Ohio, June 13 -- Owens Community College issued the following news release: With a background and experience well-suited for the role, Leslie Erwin, Ed.D., has been hired as Owens Community College's vice president of Human Resources. She will join the Executive Leadership Team reporting to Owens President Dr. Dione D. Somerville. Erwin has served in key roles in higher education for more than 15 years including human resources, compliance, Title IX, diversity, equity and inclusion, st  more

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, June 14 -- The Ports of Indiana issued the following news release on June 13, 2024: Earlier today, the Ports of Indiana Commission approved Resolution 24-01 to launch "The Indiana Container Initiative" in support of developing multiple international container terminals within the state of Indiana. As a statewide port authority, Ports of Indiana operates multiple facilities on the Ohio River and Lake Michigan, but the state's ports do not currently handle container shipme  more

OXFORD, Ohio, June 14 -- Miami University issued the following news: By summer 2026, Miami University will have a refurbished hub for the humanities. Renovations are currently underway on Bachelor Hall, a two-year process that will consolidate space, modernize classrooms, and create an environment for scholarly work and interdepartmental collaboration. Classes are planned to resume in fall 2026 in the building, which will house the departments of English; History; Media, Journalism, and Fil  more

CLEVELAND, Ohio, June 14 (TNSres) -- Cleveland State University issued the following news: Distinguished Professor of Art History Samantha Baskind can add another honor to her long list of accolades over the course of her professional journey. She was recently elected to the American Academy for Jewish Research (AAJR), an honor and lifetime appointment based on a scholar's accomplishments and influence, much like the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and American Medieval Academy to name a  more

PORTSMOUTH, Ohio, June 14 -- Shawnee State University issued the following news: Shawnee State University's Office of the President has announced Dr. Kimberly Inman will serve as the Interim Provost and Vice President for Academic & Student Affairs effective May 17. Joining SSU in 2013, Dr. Inman most recently served as the Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences. "Dr. Inman has demonstrated the strategic, collaborative, and ethical leadership that is crucial to a comprehensive review of our ac  more

PORTSMOUTH, Ohio, June 14 -- Shawnee State University issued the following news: Graduating with a degree in Business Administration in 2001, Heather Craft has recently returned to her alma mater to serve as Shawnee State University's Director of Grants & Special Programs. Prior to accepting the new position, Craft spent 17 years as the Chief Deputy Auditor for Scioto County. "With the county government, the auditor is basically the fiscal agent for all county government agencies," she said. "  more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, June 14 -- Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease, a law firm, issued the following news: Vorys' retail and consumer products group has been ranked among the best Retail practices in the Chambers USA guide. Of the 26 firms represented, Vorys is the sole Midwest-based firm and one of only three firms not included among the AmLaw 100. This was the firm's seventh-consecutive year being ranked within the guide. Recent rankings include comments from clients such as "Vorys' industry and com  more

WASHINGTON, June 12 -- The Democratic National Committee issued the following news release: Last night's special election in Ohio shows Republicans everywhere are on shaky ground with voters Continuing trends of Democrats' overperformance in special elections, voters in Ohio sent Donald Trump's MAGA Republicans a strong message last night. In Ohio's 6th district special election, Democratic candidate Michael Kripchak overperformed by about 20 points, a stunning achievement that made a nail-bit  more