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Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Ohio Newsletter for Friday July 11, 2025 ( 27 items )  

2025 NFL season: One player to root for from each AFC team
CANTON, Ohio, July 10 [Category: Sports] -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * 2025 NFL season: One player to root for from each AFC team * With NFL training camps set to open next month, Tom Blair and Dan Parr provide a look at 32 players -- one from each team -- to root for in the upcoming season. Dan provides his AFC selections below. Click here for Tom's NFC picks. I'm with Lamar Jackson on this one. Almost half a year has passed since Andrews' Divisional R  more

2025 NFL season: One player to root for from each NFC team
CANTON, Ohio, July 10 [Category: Sports] -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * 2025 NFL season: One player to root for from each NFC team * With NFL training camps set to open next month, Tom Blair and Dan Parr provide a look at 32 players -- one from each team -- to root for in the upcoming season. Tom provides his NFC selections below. Click here for Dan's AFC picks. Campbell seems sincerely happy to be back where he began his NFL career 17 years ago, and tha  more

ATDA Urges Federal Agency to Deny CPKC's Waiver Request for U.S. Rail Dispatching
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- The American Train Dispatchers Association, Cleveland, Ohio, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation, urging the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) to reject a waiver petition filed by Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC). The request seeks relief from safety regulations pertaining to U.S.-based dispatching of rail operations. In the letter, ATDA President L. Ed Dowell emphasized the importance of maintaining strict safety protocols.   more

Brown Blasts Trump Assault on USDA Programs Supporting Socially Disadvantaged Farmers
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Rep. Shontel Brown, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Brown Blasts Trump Assault on USDA Programs Supporting Socially Disadvantaged Farmers * Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Shontel Brown (OH-11), Vice Ranking Member on the House Committee on Agriculture releases the following statement in response to the Trump Administration ending the "socially disadvantaged" designation for USDA grants and programs: "Trump's resegregation agenda has arrived at USDA  more

CAIR Ohio Calls for Immediate Release of Cincinnati Imam Detained by ICE
WASHINGTON, July 10 [Category: Sociological] -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release: * * * CAIR Ohio Calls for Immediate Release of Cincinnati Imam Detained by ICE * The Ohio chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) today called for the immediate release of Imam Ayman Soliman, a respected Muslim chaplain at Cincinnati Children's Hospital and imam at Clifton Mosque, who was detained yesterday by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enfor  more

Carey Secures DOL Grant to Grow Registered Apprenticeships in Ohio
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Rep. Mike Carey, R-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Carey Secures DOL Grant to Grow Registered Apprenticeships in Ohio * COLUMBUS, OHIO - Today, U.S. Rep. Mike Carey (R-Ohio-15) announced a State Apprenticeship Expansion Formula Round 3 (SAFE3) grant from the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) to the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services to expand the number of registered apprenticeships in Central Ohio. "Now that the reconciliation bill has become law  more

Chargers RB Najee Harris sustains superficial eye injury during Fourth of July event
CANTON, Ohio, July 10 [Category: Sports] -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Chargers RB Najee Harris sustains superficial eye injury during Fourth of July event * Los Angeles Chargers running back Najee Harris sustained a superficial eye injury at a Fourth of July event but is expected to be ready for the 2025 NFL season, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported on Thursday. Harris' agent, Doug Hendrickson, said a fireworks mishap resulted in injuries to his   more

Chiefs guard Trey Smith weighs in on potential contract extension ahead of franchise tag deadline
CANTON, Ohio, July 10 [Category: Sports] -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Chiefs guard Trey Smith weighs in on potential contract extension ahead of franchise tag deadline * Once the confetti finished falling on the team that defeated them in Super Bowl LIX, the Chiefs knew changes were coming. Kansas City traded Joe Thuney to Chicago, but only after they'd ensured they wouldn't lose both of their top-tier guards by franchise tagging Trey Smith. Months lat  more

Cincinnati Children's and The Christ Hospital Partner With Merus on Development of Cold Spring Town Center in NKY
CINCINNATI, Ohio, July 11 -- The Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center issued the following news release: * * * Cincinnati Children's and The Christ Hospital partner with Merus on development of Cold Spring Town Center in NKY Project to be anchored by two medical office buildings * Two of the region's most highly regarded health systems - Cincinnati Children's and The Christ Hospital Health Network - are partnering with real estate design-build developer Merus on a project anchored   more

Community Blood Center Expresses Concerns Over FDA Draft Guidance on Mtb Risk Mitigation
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Solvita, Kettering, Ohio, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding the draft guidance titled "Recommendations to Reduce the Risk of Transmission of Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb) by Human Cells, Tissues, and Cellular and Tissue-Based Products." The organization emphasizes its commitment to patient safety and quality tissue transplantation, while raising concerns about the implementation challenges posed by the propose  more

EACH provides medical skills training for Air Force Reservists
ROBINS AFB, Georgia, July 9 -- The U.S. Air Force Reserve Command issued the following news: * * * EACH provides medical skills training for Air Force Reservists * * Published July 9, 2025 * By Gino Mattorano * Evans Army Community Hospital FORT CARSON, Colorado -- Airmen from the 910th Medical Squadron from Youngstown Air Reserve Station, Ohio, visited Evans Army Community Hospital June 16-27 to brush up on critical medical skills. The 18 Air Force Reservists received training   more

How Do You Rewrite a Tragedy? Young Mom Shares in Book
CEDARVILLE, Ohio, July 11 -- Cedarville University issued the following news: * * * How Do You Rewrite a Tragedy? Young Mom Shares in New Book By Allison Craft What began as a peaceful family hike in Ohio's picturesque Hocking Hills turned into every parent's worst nightmare. Melissa Harris, a mother of three young children, set out on the trail with her family on what seemed like a perfect day in 2020. But in an instant, the ordinary turned unthinkable when a massive tree branch came cras  more

Kaptur Applauds $650,000 in Research Awards to University of Toledo, Stresses Importance of Federal Funding
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Rep. Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Kaptur Applauds $650,000 in Research Awards to University of Toledo, Stresses Importance of Federal Funding * Toledo, OH -- Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) announced two major research awards totaling $650,000 for the University of Toledo from the National Science Foundation (NSF). These investments are a testament to Northwest Ohio's scientific leadership and a clear reminder of the critical  more

Landsman Leads 100+ Members of Congress to Fight Federal Cuts to Government Watchdog
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Rep. Greg Landsman, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Landsman Leads 100+ Members of Congress to Fight Federal Cuts to Government Watchdog * Cincinnati, OH - Today, Congressman Greg Landsman (D-OH-01) sent a letter to Speaker of the House Mike Johnson and House Appropriations Committee Chairman Tom Cole addressing major proposed cuts to the U.S. Government Accountability office. Congressman Landsman led a letter - signed by 103 House Democrats - to Spe  more

Landsman Statement on Ayman Soliman
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Rep. Greg Landsman, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Landsman Statement on Ayman Soliman * Cincinnati, OH - Today, Congressman Greg Landsman (D-OH-01) released the following statement after local chaplain and Southwestern Ohio resident, Ayman Soliman, was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement: Ayman Soliman was granted asylum in the United States and has spent years serving children and their families as the only Muslim chaplain at one   more

Moreno Joins Senate Whip Team
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Sen. Bernie Moreno, R-Ohio, issued the following news release on July 9, 2025: * * * Moreno Joins Senate Whip Team Today, Senator Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio) joined the Senate GOP whip team under Senator John Barrasso's (R-Wyo.) leadership. "Senator Barrasso is a consistent, conservative leader driving our conference as we work to deliver on President Trump's agenda of economic growth, closing the border, and putting American workers first," said Moreno. "I'm thrilled to jo  more

Moreno to Fed Chair Powell: Resign or Be Fired
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Sen. Bernie Moreno, R-Ohio, issued the following news release on July 9, 2025: * * * Moreno to Fed Chair Powell: Resign or Be Fired Yesterday, Senator Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio) demanded the resignation of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell in a new letter, after weeks of questioning Powell on his refusal to lower interest rates. "Your choice not to lower interest rates despite the Trump Administration's economic progress is costing our country $400 billion per year," Mor  more

Nationwide Strategic Income Fund surpasses $1 billion in AUM
COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 10 [Category: BizInsurance] -- Nationwide Mutual Insurance posted the following news: * * * Nationwide Strategic Income Fund surpasses $1 billion in AUM With a track record of outperformance, the Nationwide Strategic Income Fund (NWXHX) recently surpassed $1 billion in assets under management (AUM). Since its inception, the F und has consistently demonstrated strong performance, earning a first-percentile ranking and an overall 5-star rating in the Morningstar multisector  more

NetJets Teamsters Jobs Protected, Arbitrator Blocks Sale of Maintenance Work
WASHINGTON, July 10 [Category: Union] -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters posted the following news release: * * * NetJets Teamsters Jobs Protected, Arbitrator Blocks Sale of Maintenance Work * (COLUMBUS, Ohio) - Today, an arbitrator blocked NetJets' attempted sale of its maintenance operations and unionized workforce, guaranteeing that 200 Teamsters jobs are safe at the Columbus facility. This decision comes as a direct result of Teamsters Local 284's tireless efforts and a grieva  more

NFL news roundup: Steelers reveal CB Jalen Ramsey's jersey number
CANTON, Ohio, July 10 [Category: Sports] -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * NFL news roundup: Steelers reveal CB Jalen Ramsey's jersey number * NFL.com keeps you up to date with all of the latest league news from around the NFL. Visit NFL.com's transaction hub for a daily breakdown. * NOTE: Teams listed in alphabetical order * READ : 2025 NFL free agency tracker * READ : 2025 first-round pick signing tracker JERSEY NUMBER NEWS * CB Jalen Ramsey  more

Pittsburgh Steelers training camp 2025 preview: Key dates, notable additions, biggest storylines
CANTON, Ohio, July 10 [Category: Sports] -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Pittsburgh Steelers training camp 2025 preview: Key dates, notable additions, biggest storylines * With NFL training camps kicking off in July, it's time to get up to speed on all 32 NFL teams. Nick Shook has the lowdown on position battles, key players and notable subplots across the AFC North. Catch up on the Pittsburgh Steelers' offseason developments and 2025 outlook below. * Tr  more

Scouting LaNorris Sellers: South Carolina quarterback similar to Daunte Culpepper
CANTON, Ohio, July 10 [Category: Sports] -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Scouting LaNorris Sellers: South Carolina quarterback similar to Daunte Culpepper * NFL.com analyst and former NFL scout Daniel Jeremiah takes a "first look" at some of college football's top quarterbacks for 2025. This is the fourth entry in a series of scouting reports running in June and July. As a three-star recruit, South Carolina didn't offer a scholarship to quarterback LaNorris  more

Scripps raises $75,000 for Central Texas flood relief, urgent need for donations continues
CINCINNATI, Ohio, July 10 [Category: BizMedia] -- The E.W. Scripps, a broadcasting company, posted the following news release: * * * Scripps raises $75,000 for Central Texas flood relief, urgent need for donations continues * CINCINNATI - The Scripps News Group and the Scripps Howard Fund have raised more than $75,000 to provide relief for those impacted by the devastating floods in Central Texas. However, with many families in need of support, additional donations are needed to provide sust  more

Scripps to release second-quarter 2025 operating results on Aug. 7
CINCINNATI, Ohio, July 10 [Category: BizMedia] -- The E.W. Scripps, a broadcasting company, posted the following news release: * * * Scripps to release second-quarter 2025 operating results on Aug. 7 * # July 10, 2025 By Carolyn Micheli The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) will report second-quarter 2025 operating results after the markets close on Thursday, Aug. 7. The call with the company's senior management team will take place at 9 a.m. Eastern time on Friday, Aug. 8. The compa  more

South Australia's Green Steel Vision Risks Being Derailed by Carbon Capture Mirage
LAKEWOOD, Ohio, July 11 (TNSbrep) -- The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis issued the following news release on July 10, 2025: * * * South Australia's green steel vision risks being derailed by carbon capture mirage Key Takeaways: The South Australian government is being led by gas interests towards technology that cannot fulfil its Green Iron and Steel Strategy. Contrary to Infrastructure SA's recent report on carbon capture, CCUS is not essential to decarbonise the iro  more

The Buckeye Institute Calls on SCOTUS to Restore Privileges or Immunities Clause to its Respected Place in American Jurisprudence
COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 10 [Category: Think Tank] -- The Buckeye Institute, an independent research and educational institution that says its mission is to advance free-market public policy, posted the following news release: * * * The Buckeye Institute Calls on SCOTUS to Restore Privileges or Immunities Clause to its Respected Place in American Jurisprudence * Columbus, OH - On Thursday, The Buckeye Institute filed an amicus brief in Thomas v. County of Humboldt, California, calling on the U.S  more

Vikings LB Dallas Turner lost $240K in financial fraud scheme
CANTON, Ohio, July 10 [Category: Sports] -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Vikings LB Dallas Turner lost $240K in financial fraud scheme * EAGAN, Minn -- Minnesota Vikings outside linebacker Dallas Turner was targeted in an alleged financial fraud scheme that cost him about $240,000, according to local authorities. Sgt. Rich Evans confirmed Thursday that the Eagan police department was actively investigating the case, working toward criminal charges with mult  more