ARLINGTON, Virginia, Dec. 17 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-OH Announces Endorsements of Six General Assembly Candidates * COLUMBUS, OH - Americans for Prosperity-Ohio (AFP-OH) today announced its endorsement of six candidates for the Ohio General Assembly. These endorsements highlight AFP-OH's ongoing commitment to supporting principled leaders who prioritize limited government, economic freedom, and policies that expand opp  more

WASHINGTON, Dec. 18 (TNSFR) -- FlightSafety International Inc., Columbus, Ohio, has submitted a petition to the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration for an exemption from specific requirements of the federal aviation regulations. The company filed the request to maintain its current training and certification protocols. This action seeks to allow the entity to continue its specialized aviation operations under relief previously granted by the FAA. The request is c  more

WASHINGTON, Dec. 17 -- Rep. Troy Balderson, R-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * House Passes Balderson's Reliable Power Act * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, the House of Representatives passed the Reliable Power Act, introduced by Congressman Troy Balderson (OH-12). This legislation protects America's electric grid by requiring that federal agencies consider the impact of regulations on grid reliability before finalizing new rules. "America is facing a reliability crisis-one made w  more

WASHINGTON, Dec. 18 -- Sen. Jon Husted, R-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Husted announces $60 million for Ohio military installations, raises for American troops Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) released the following statement after voting to pass the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which now heads to the president for his signature. As part of the legislation, Husted secured $60 million to support Ohio military installations, growing the state's leadersh  more

WASHINGTON, Dec. 17 -- Rep. Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Kaptur, Brown Lead Ohio House Democrats in Letter to Trump Administration Demanding Answers on Frozen Manufacturing Funds * Washington, DC - Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) and Congresswoman Shontel M. Brown (OH-11) have led a letter to Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick (link is external) expressing concern regarding the abrupt withholding of all federal funding supporting Ohio's Manufacturing Ex  more

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Dec. 12 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Ohio posted the following news release: * * * Lorain man sentenced to ten years in federal prison for Controlled Substance Offenses A 44-year-old Lorain man, Tiawan Taylor, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison and for possession with intent to distribute controlled substances. He previously plead guilty to an indictment alleging that on July 31, 2024, he possessed with intent to distribute 50 grams or  more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Dec. 17 -- The Ohio Democratic Party posted the following news: * * * NEW: Jon Husted Still Refuses to Support Bipartisan Push to Lower Health Care Costs * Premiums Set to Spike for More Than Half a Million Ohioans Columbus, Ohio Jon Husted is still refusing to support extending the Affordable Care Act tax credits and lowering health care costs for more than half a million Ohioans even after a bipartisan discharge petition in the House today secured enough Republican signat  more

KENT, Ohio, Dec. 18 -- Kent State University issued the following news: * * * Ohio Science of Reading Audit Report Validates Kent State University as a Leader in Educator Preparation Programs University preservice teacher literacy coursework received perfect score, no mandatory recommendations * The Ohio Department of Higher Education Science of Reading Audit of educator preparation programs found that Kent State University's preservice teacher literacy coursework was deemed "in alignment"   more

WESTERVILLE, Ohio, Dec. 18 -- Otterbein University issued the following news: * * * OhioHealth Gift Supports Student Wellness Initiatives at Otterbein OhioHealth has made a $250,000 investment in Otterbein University to establish an endowment to support student wellness initiatives focused on behavioral and mental health. The gift was recognized at an event on Otterbein's campus recently. Karen Morrison, president, OhioHealth Foundation, and senior vice president, OhioHealth, presented the c  more

OXFORD, Ohio, Dec. 17 -- Miami University posted the following news: * * * Popular influencer's TikTok video spotlights Miami University's accessible 'foot button' elevators * Dan Darkow, director of the Miller Center for Student Disability Services, said he was "genuinely shocked" when he was first sent a TikTok video praising Miami University's accessible elevator at Shriver Center that features floor panel buttons. The glowing review came from influencer Shane Burcaw, who along with his  more

WASHINGTON, Dec. 18 -- President Trump issued the following statement on Dec. 17, 2025, on Wright Brothers Day: * * * Presidential Message on Wright Brothers Day Today our Nation celebrates the heroic moment America took to the skies when Orville and Wilbur Wright launched the first controlled, machine-powered aircraft on December 17, 1903. This Wright Brothers Day, we honor the genius and bravery of two pioneers from Dayton, Ohio, and we proudly carry their legacy forward by championing the   more

WASHINGTON, Dec. 17 -- Rep. Shontel Brown, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Brown, Kaptur Lead Ohio House Democrats in Letter to Trump Administration Demanding Answers on Frozen Manufacturing Funds * Congresswoman Shontel M. Brown (OH-11) and Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) have led a letter to Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick expressing concern regarding the abrupt withholding of all federal funding supporting Ohio's Manufacturing Extension Partnership. The lette  more

PORTSMOUTH, Ohio, Dec. 17 -- Shawnee State University issued the following news: * * * Shawnee State University Breaks Ground on New Softball Field at Labold Park * Shawnee State University broke ground Tuesday, Dec. 16, on its new softball field at Labold Park. University leaders and coaches gathered to celebrate the project, which will provide Shawnee State University softball with its own home field and further establish Labold Park as a central venue for Shawnee State athletics. "For t  more

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Dec. 17 -- Cleveland State University issued the following news: * * * The Pratt Center at Cleveland State University Opens Doors and Transforms Futures * Valedictorian Mary Hansard first learned about Cleveland State University's Pratt Center and it's various scholarship and support programs during her senior year at Euclid High School. That moment set her on a path that would change everything. Hansard, who graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in organizational leadership  more

DENVER, Colorado, Dec. 17 -- The National Conference of State Legislatures issued the following news release: * * * Top Legislative Leaders Call on Federal Government to Respect State Authorities During Inaugural Assembly in Columbus, Ohio COLUMBUS, OHIO--A bipartisan group of more than 40 top legislative leaders representing more than 30 states issued a declaration on the restoration of federalism and state empowerment at the inaugural convening of the Assembly of State Legislative Leaders i  more

CEDARVILLE, Ohio, Dec. 17 -- Cedarville University posted the following news: * * * Training Christian Pharmacists: 10 Classes of Professionals * by Jordan Foley, Student Public Relations Writer When Rebecca Prewett nearly quit pharmacy school during her first semester at Cedarville University, she never imagined she would find herself leading an emergency medicine residency program. But through perseverance and mentorship in her calling, her faith led her to a new path one that is shaping  more

WASHINGTON, Dec. 18 -- The U.S. Chemical Safety Board issued the following news release on Dec. 17, 2025: * * * U.S. Chemical Safety Board Issues Update on Investigation into Hazardous Nitrogen Oxides Releases at Austin Powder Facilities in Ohio and Tennessee The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) today released an update on the agency's investigations into incidents involving the release of hazardous nitrogen oxides (NOx) gas at two facilities owned by the Austin Powde  more

CINCINNATI, Ohio, Dec. 18 -- The University of Cincinnati issued the following Q&A on Dec. 17, 2025, by Lindsey Osterfeld with Shrayesh Manegaonkar, graduate student engineer of the College of Engineering and Applied Science: * * * PhD student uses engineering to understand cardiovascular system Mechanical engineering student works to improve diagnostic tools * Named Graduate Student Engineer of the Month by the College of Engineering and Applied Science, Shrayesh Manegaonkar is driven by t  more

CINCINNATI, Ohio, Dec. 17 -- The University of Cincinnati issued the following news: * * * The playbook for lasting corporate-startup partnerships The essential elements behind successful collaborations By Stephen Kenney, kenneysn@ucmail.uc.edu Only 15% of corporate-startup partnerships last long term, according to a 2024 survey in Entrepreneur Magazine. That statistic highlights not a lack of potential but a significant opportunity. In many cases, partnerships don't stall because the idea  more

TOLEDO, Ohio, Dec. 18 -- The University of Toledo issued the following news: * * * UToledo Launches Northwest Ohio Cancer Research Institute By Nicki Gorny The University of Toledo is launching the Northwest Ohio Cancer Research Institute, bringing together an expert roster of researchers to advance treatment of one of the most pressing public health challenges in Ohio and across the United States. "Cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide. The Northwest Ohio Cancer Research Institute a  more

TOLEDO, Ohio, Dec. 18 -- The University of Toledo issued the following news: * * * Trustees Approve Capital Investments, New Policies By Meghan Cunningham The University of Toledo Board of Trustees approved capital investments and the purchase of a new robotic surgery system, among other actions, at its final meeting of the calendar year. The new DaVinci 5 robot approved for the University of Toledo Medical Center is a $3.5 million investment that will enhance the patient experience and hea  more