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News Tipoffs - Ohio Editors Newsletter for Wednesday April 29, 2026 ( 58 items )  

2026 What's Happenin' Charity Golf Tournament to Honor Pulse Technology's William Miceli
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, April 28 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news: * * * 2026 What's Happenin' Charity Golf Tournament to Honor Pulse Technology's William Miceli * BTA member Pulse Technology's William Miceli will be honored at this year's What's Happenin' Cares Charity Golf Tournament for his courageous battle against lymphoma over the past four years. Blood Cancer United will serve as the official charity benefiting this year's What's H  more

AEP Declares Quarterly Dividend on Common Stock
COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 28 [Category: BizEnergy] -- American Electric Power Corp. posted the following news release: * * * AEP Declares Quarterly Dividend on Common Stock * COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 28, 2026 - The Board of Directors of American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of 95 cents per share on the company's common stock. The dividend is payable June 10, 2026, to shareholders of record as of May 8, 2026, and is the company's 464 th consecutive qu  more

AFGE Endorses 2 Incumbents from Indiana for Reelection to Congress
WASHINGTON, April 28 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO American Federation of Government Employees issued the following news release: * * * AFGE Endorses 2 Incumbents from Indiana for Reelection to Congress * Largest federal employee union says Reps. Mrvan and Carson are strong supporters of federal workers and all working families INDIANAPOLIS - The American Federation of Government Employees today announced its endorsements of Frank Mrvan and Andre Carson from Indiana for reelection to C  more

AFGE Endorses 7 Congressional Candidates from Ohio Ahead of Next Tuesday's Primary Election
WASHINGTON, April 28 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO American Federation of Government Employees issued the following news release: * * * AFGE Endorses 7 Congressional Candidates from Ohio Ahead of Next Tuesday's Primary Election * Largest federal worker union says labor-backed candidates will fight for federal employees and all working people INDIANAPOLIS - The American Federation of Government Employees today announced its endorsement of seven congressional candidates from Ohio for the  more

As Wealth Moves to the Next Generation, Families Face a Growing Communication Gap
COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 28 [Category: BizInsurance] -- Nationwide Mutual Insurance issued the following news: * * * As Wealth Moves to the Next Generation, Families Face a Growing Communication Gap * Retirement planning often begins with dreams of travel and personal fulfillment. However, beneath those aspirations lies a far more consequential issue for families: how and when to talk about money. As trillions of dollars shift to the next generation, financial planning conversations are becomin  more

BGSU Awarded Meta Data Center Community Action Grant to Expand AI, Immersive Technology in the Classroom
BOWLING GREEN, Ohio, April 29 -- Bowling Green State University issued the following news: * * * BGSU awarded Meta Data Center Community Action Grant to expand AI, immersive technology in the classroom The grant will support a university-wide effort to integrate AI and immersive technologies into the curriculum, preparing students for rapidly evolving industries * Bowling Green State University recently was awarded a Meta Data Center Community Action Grant to launch a university-wide initia  more

Booker Reintroduces Legislation to Restrict Purchases of Farmland by Corporate Investors
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- Sen. Cory Booker, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: * * * Booker Reintroduces Legislation to Restrict Purchases of Farmland by Corporate Investors * WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ), a member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, is working to end the Wall Street buy-up of farmland across the nation. Today, Booker reintroduced the Farmland for Farmers Act, legislation that would limit corporate ownership of farmland in the United States.  more

Case Western Reserve: First-ever Freeze-dried Artificial Platelets are Shelf-stable and Portable--a Major Advance for Field Medicine
CLEVELAND, Ohio, April 29 -- Case Western Reserve University issued the following news: * * * First-ever freeze-dried artificial platelets are shelf-stable and portable--a major advance for field medicine Patients in danger of bleeding out from trauma could be treated on site * Platelets, which allow blood to clot, can save patients in danger of bleeding to death from traumatic injuries. But donated platelets can only be given to patients in a hospital and last only a few days at room tempe  more

Chick-fil-A near Wright State's Dayton Campus approved by Beavercreek City Council
KENT, Ohio, April 28 -- Wright State University posted the following news: * * * Chick-fil-A near Wright State's Dayton Campus approved by Beavercreek City Council * Wright State University announced today that a new proposed Chick-fil-A near the university's Dayton Campus was approved by the Beavercreek City Council. The new Chick-fil-A restaurant will serve as a foundational component of Raider Row, a larger commercial development planned on land near Wright State University that spans p  more

Cleveland Clinic Recognized as a National Historic Chemical Landmark for Serotonin Discovery
CLEVELAND, Ohio, April 28 [Category: BizHospital] -- The Cleveland Clinic posted the following news release: * * * Cleveland Clinic Recognized as a National Historic Chemical Landmark for Serotonin Discovery * Cleveland Clinic has been honored by the American Chemical Society with the National Historic Chemical Landmark designation for its pivotal role in the discovery of serotonin. Cleveland Clinic researchers were recognized today in a ceremony for their pioneering work in the isolation an  more

Cole-Dai retires after distinguished career of research, teaching
BROOKINGS, South Dakota, April 28 -- South Dakota State University posted the following news: * * * Cole-Dai retires after distinguished career of research, teaching * Jihong Cole-Dai, Distinguished Professor in South Dakota State University's College of Natural Sciences, is set to retire after more than two decades of service. After two decades of teaching and pioneering research into the chemical makeup of the atmosphere, South Dakota State University Distinguished Professor Jihong Cole-  more

Comments Sought on Reappointment of Bankruptcy Judge Croom
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, April 28 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Tennessee Bar Association posted the following commentary blog: * * * Comments Sought on Reappointment of Bankruptcy Judge Croom The U.S. 6th Circuit Court of Appeals is seeking comments on the reappointment of Jimmy Croom, bankruptcy judge for the Western District of Tennessee, to a 14-year term that would begin on March 20, 2027. Members of the bar and the public are invited to submit comments to be considered during the reappoin  more

Duke Energy Foundation Invests $275,000 in Nonprofits Supporting Floridians' Most Essential Needs
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, April 29 -- Duke Energy issued the following news release: * * * Duke Energy Foundation invests $275,000 in nonprofits supporting Floridians' most essential needs The Duke Energy Foundation is awarding $275,000 to 15 nonprofit organizations that are helping meet Floridians' most basic, essential needs and increasing access to quality health care, affordable housing, workforce development and more. High-impact investments: Statewide ($25,000) * Florida Council on   more

Engineering Team Defies Storm, Earns Top 10 National Finish
CEDARVILLE, Ohio, April 28 -- Cedarville University posted the following news: * * * Engineering Team Defies Storm, Earns Top 10 National Finish * by Cara Ramer, Student Public Relations Writer Cedarville University engineering students place ninth in SAE Aero Design East mission results Against gathering storm clouds and mounting pressure, a team of Cedarville University engineering students made a split-second decision that defined its competition and proved its engineering skills on a  more

Everytown for Gun Safety Action Fund Announces Fourth Round of Moms Demand Action Volunteer Endorsements, Backing 43 Candidates Across 11 States
NEW YORK, April 28 [Category: Sociological] -- Everytown for Gun Safety posted the following news release: * * * Everytown for Gun Safety Action Fund Announces Fourth Round of Moms Demand Action Volunteer Endorsements, Backing 43 Candidates Across 11 States * Everytown Endorsements Include Candidates Running in Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Oregon, and Pennsylvania NEW YORK -Today, Everytown for Gun Safety Action Fund announced its fourt  more

Faculty and Staff Notables | May 2026
ATLANTA, Georgia, April 28 -- Mercer University posted the following news: * * * Faculty and Staff Notables | May 2026 * College of Education Dr. Karyn Allee, associate professor of elementary education, with Dr. Brittany Adams of the University of Alabama and Dr. Nance Wilson of SUNY Cortland, co-authored the paper " The Climb Model of Reading: A strategic framework for comprehension, metacognition, and classroom practice," published in the Early Childhood Education Journal. Dr. Robert   more

First JCU Nursing Cohort Achieves 100% Job Placement Post-Graduation
UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS, Ohio, April 29 -- John Carroll University issued the following news: * * * First JCU Nursing Cohort Achieves 100% Job Placement Post-Graduation This May, John Carroll University will celebrate a major milestone as its inaugural nursing cohort graduates with 100% job placement. This achievement marks success for the newly launched nursing program within the College of Health, reinforcing JCU's growing role as a leader in healthcare education. Graduates are stepping into hi  more

FirstEnergy Announces First Quarter 2026 Financial Results, Reaffirms Guidance and Capital Plan to Deliver Value to Customers, Communities and Investors
AKRON, Ohio, April 29 -- FirstEnergy issued the following news release on April 28, 2026: * * * FirstEnergy Announces First Quarter 2026 Financial Results, Reaffirms Guidance and Capital Plan to Deliver Value to Customers, Communities and Investors Reports first quarter 2026 GAAP earnings of $0.70 per share and Core Earnings (non-GAAP) of $0.72 per share Invested nearly $1.4 billion in customer-focused capital, consistent with $6 billion in planned investments in 2026 and 2026-2030 capital i  more

From Pet to Pest: UToledo Research Warns Invasive Goldfish are Reshaping Freshwater Ecosystems
TOLEDO, Ohio, April 28 -- The University of Toledo issued the following news: * * * From Pet to Pest: UToledo Research Warns Invasive Goldfish are Reshaping Freshwater Ecosystems * A new peer-reviewed study conducted by researchers at The University of Toledo and University of Missouri provides some of the first rigorous experimental evidence that goldfish -one of the world's most popular pets -can dramatically change freshwater ecosystems when released or they escape into the wild. The fi  more

From the Court to the Courtroom: Law Student Advocates for Equity
TOLEDO, Ohio, April 28 -- The University of Toledo issued the following news: * * * From the Court to the Courtroom: Law Student Advocates for Equity * For Wylie Coyne, the path to a legal career didn't begin in a classroom -it started on the basketball court. A Denver native, Coyne balanced a rigorous academic schedule with a professional basketball career in Puerto Rico, playing four seasons in the Baloncesto Superior Nacional Femenino while earning her bachelor's degree online. Competin  more

GOP Secretary of State Candidates Vow to Eliminate Drop Boxes, Going Against Local Election Officials
COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 27 -- The Ohio Democratic Party posted the following news: * * * GOP Secretary of State Candidates Vow to Eliminate Drop Boxes, Going Against Local Election Officials * While local election officials are making clear the importance of drop boxes in ensuring that Ohioans are able to cast their ballot in Ohio's safe and secure elections, Republican candidates for Secretary of State are doubling down on their vow to eliminate drop boxes and make it even harder to vote. Ohi  more

Having a religious affiliation doesn't prevent betting on sports
COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 28 (TNSjou) -- Ohio State University posted the following news: * * * Having a religious affiliation doesn't prevent betting on sports Study: Catholic men are most likely group to gamble on sports in US * Having a religious affiliation doesn't stop people from betting on sports in the United States, according to a new study. Results showed that people who infrequently attend religious services are more likely to gamble on sports than people who attend services at lea  more

ICYMI: Brent Larkin: Ramaswamy Campaign Ad Is "A Lie"
COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 27 -- The Ohio Democratic Party posted the following news: * * * ICYMI: Brent Larkin: Ramaswamy Campaign Ad Is "A Lie" * COLUMBUS, OH - Yesterday, Brent Larkin addressed the Ramaswamy campaign's latest smear, in which they falsely claimed in an ad that Dr. Acton was responsible for delaying the 2020 primary election. READ: Turning facts into lies? Welcome to Campaign 2026 in Ohio: Brent Larkin * As proven during his failed run for president in 2024, voters don't mu  more

Indiana University Kokomo: Graduating Teachers Honored at Recognition Ceremony
KOKOMO, Indiana, April 29 -- Indiana University Kokomo campus issued the following news: * * * Graduating teachers honored at recognition ceremony Faculty and staff in the Indiana University Kokomo Division of Education, along with the 2026 Indiana Teacher of the Year, welcomed 50 new teachers into the profession at its annual recognition and pinning ceremony. Scott Jones, executive vice chancellor of academic affairs, congratulated the graduates on becoming teachers, noting they have a grea  more

Institute for Energy Economics & Financial Analysis: Indian Steelmakers Must Match Ambition With Action on Decarbonisation
LAKEWOOD, Ohio, April 29 (TNSbrep) -- The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis issued the following news release: * * * Indian steelmakers must match ambition with action on decarbonisation Narrowing timeframe risks locking in emissions for decades Key Takeaways: There's a widening gap between the headline climate commitments made by India's major steel companies and their actual progress in building the operational, technological, and financial infrastructure required to m  more

International relations expert recognised for outstanding contribution
LONDON, England, April 27 -- SOAS, University of London posted the following news: * * * International relations expert recognised for outstanding contribution * Fiona B. Adamson, Professor of International Relations in the Department of Politics and International Studies, has received the 2026 Distinguished Scholar Award from the Ethnicity, Nationalism and Migration Section of the International Studies Association (ISA), the largest professional association for scholars of international rel  more

Jessica Gutzwiller Honored With EKU's Young Alumni Award
RICHMOND, Kentucky, April 29 -- Eastern Kentucky University issued the following news: * * * Jessica Gutzwiller Honored with EKU's Young Alumni Award Jessica Gutzwiller, '19, was awarded with the Young Alumni Award from Eastern Kentucky University (EKU). The Best of Eastern Alumni Awards, presented annually during Homecoming weekend, celebrate excellence among EKU alumni. The Young Alumni Award recognizes individuals who graduated from EKU in the last 10 years and have demonstrated exceptiona  more

Justice Dept.: Cleveland-Cliffs Steel to Perform at Least $12 Million in Corrective Measures to Address Contamination at Middletown Works in Ohio
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on April 28, 2026: * * * Cleveland-Cliffs Steel Corporation to Perform at Least $12 Million in Corrective Measures to Address Contamination at Middletown Works in Ohio Note: the press release has been updated to include a quote from EPA. * Today, the Department of Justice announced a proposed settlement with Cleveland-Cliffs Steel Corporation (Cliffs) requiring it to address releases of hazardous waste   more

Kaptur, Colleagues Urge President Trump to Block Chinese Automakers from Entering US Market
WASHINGTON, April 28 -- Rep. Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Kaptur, Colleagues Urge President Trump to Block Chinese Automakers from Entering US Market * Washington, DC - Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Co-Chair of the Congressional Auto Caucus joined Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06), and 72 of their colleagues in urging President Trump to block Chinese automakers from accessing the United States market. The lawmakers raised concerns over threa  more

Kent State Gold Team Earns National Honors in Prestigious Bateman Case Study Competition
KENT, Ohio, April 29 -- Kent State University issued the following news: * * * Kent State Gold Team Earns National Honors in Prestigious Bateman Case Study Competition Public relations students earn an honorable mention in the PRSSA Bateman Case Study Competition for their innovative integrated communications campaign for ACCESS Newswire * For five Kent State students, the classroom recently transformed into a high-stakes public relations agency boardroom. Tasked with launching a national c  more

KU announces 2026-2030 Self Graduate Fellows
LAWRENCE, Kansas, April 28 -- The University of Kansas posted the following news: * * * KU announces 2026-2030 Self Graduate Fellows * LAWRENCE -Seventeen doctoral students have been selected to receive the University of Kansas' prestigious Madison and Lila Self Graduate Fellowship for the 2026-2027 academic year. In fall 2026, the fellowship reaches 67 total current fellows, making it the largest fellowship size ever in the program's history. The Self Graduate Fellowship's mission is to i  more

Lubrizol Releases White Paper on TPU Physical Foaming
WICKLIFFE, Ohio, April 29 (TNSrep) -- Lubrizol Corp., a Berkshire Hathaway company, issued the following news: * * * Lubrizol Releases White Paper on TPU Physical Foaming * Lubrizol releases white paper on next generation midsole systems * Redefining footwear performance through TPU physical foaming * Advancing scalable, reliable, and sustainable manufacturing * Shanghai, China -- As running continues to expand worldwide and performance-driven training increasingly blends into everyday us  more

Malone University Receives $389,400 From the Ohio Department of Higher Education for Continued Support Computer Science Endorsement for Educators
CANTON, Ohio, April 29 -- Malone University issued the following news: * * * Malone University receives $389,400 from the Ohio Department of Higher Education for continued support computer science endorsement for educators One of ten universities statewide to receive funding to support teachers pursuing licensure in computer science education--and the only Bible-based institution in Ohio to do so--Malone continues to offer graduate-level endorsements for qualified candidates. Teach CS 2.0 gr  more

Meet CSU's Spring 2026 Valedictorians
CLEVELAND, Ohio, April 28 -- Cleveland State University issued the following news: * * * Meet CSU's Spring 2026 Valedictorians * Facebook X LinkedIn WhatsApp Copy Link Email Share Valedictorians from five of Cleveland State University's eight colleges will be recognized Saturday, May 9, at the Spring 2026 Commencement ceremonies for their achievements within their colleges and beyond. Join us in congratulating them all! Leilah Flores - Monte Ahuja College of Business Flores, of Nor  more

Miami's CHRO earns spot on Women We Admire list
OXFORD, Ohio, April 28 -- Miami University posted the following news: * * * Miami's CHRO earns spot on Women We Admire list * When Jessica Palatka speaks to Miami University students, she'll often discuss imposter syndrome and its prevalence in high-achieving environments. Palatka, Miami's vice president and chief human resources officer, is quick to offer advice, both for the present and the future. She encourages people to: * Make a vision board for where you want to go but also for w  more

Miller-Meeks, Carey Lead Bill to Restore Biofuel Tax Credits
WASHINGTON, April 28 -- Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: * * * Miller-Meeks, Carey Lead Bill to Restore Biofuel Tax Credits * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Representatives Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-Iowa) and Mike Carey (R-Ohio), along with Representatives, Salud Carbajal (D-Calif.), Lou Correa (D-Calif.), Jim Costa (D-Calif.), Ashley Hinson (R-Iowa), Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.), Mike Kelly (R-Pa.), Darin LaHood (R-Ill.), Tracey Mann (R-Kan.), and Claudi  more

MyEyeDr. CEO Sue Downes Shares Lessons with HPU Entrepreneurship Students
HIGH POINT, North Carolina, April 28 -- High Point University issued the following news release: * * * MyEyeDr. CEO Sue Downes Shares Lessons with HPU Entrepreneurship Students * MyEyeDr. Co-Founder and CEO Sue Downes shared several lessons that she learned while building a multibillion-dollar company with a roomful of High Point University (r) entrepreneurship students during her recent visit to campus.  Downes, who serves as HPU's Health Care Expert in Residence, described herself as a "  more

NAHB Applauds HUD and USDA Action to Roll Back Costly Energy Mandate
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- The National Association of Home Builders issued the following statement on April 28, 2026: * * * NAHB Applauds HUD and USDA Action to Roll Back Costly Energy Mandate Bill Owens, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and a home builder and remodeler from Worthington, Ohio, issued the following statement after the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Department of Agriculture (USDA) announcement today to rescind the rule that   more

OAPSE, We Did it Again!: The Buckeye Institute Takes 2nd OAPSE Union Wage Theft Case to Ohio Supreme Court
COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 28 [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: * * * OAPSE, We Did it Again!: The Buckeye Institute Takes 2nd OAPSE Union Wage Theft Case to Ohio Supreme Court * Columbus, OH - On Tuesday, The Buckeye Institute filed its brief asking the Ohio Supreme Court to accept jurisdiction in Vanderveer v. Ohio Association of Pu  more

Ohio Wesleyan Empowers Future Scholars with Baran Fellowships for International Study and Professional Development
DELAWARE, Ohio, April 28 -- Ohio Wesleyan University issued the following news release: * * * Creating Their Paths * DELAWARE, Ohio - Three Ohio Wesleyan University students have earned competitive Baran Fellowships to fund projects designed to make them stronger candidates for graduate school admission and post-graduate fellowships. The newest recipients of the university-awarded Baran Fellowships are junior Lilly Colbeck of Plain City, Ohio; sophomore Norah Hyman of Berea, Ohio; and juni  more

Okla. A.G. Drummond Raises Concerns Over ESG Policies at Top Credit Rating Agencies
OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, April 29 -- Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond issued the following news release on April 28, 2026: * * * Drummond raises concerns over ESG policies at top credit rating agencies Attorney General Gentner Drummond is questioning the lawfulness of the three top credit rating agencies' environmental, social and governance (ESG) policies. Drummond and 22 other state attorneys general sent a letter last week to Fitch Ratings, Moody's, S&P Global Ratings and the Se  more

One Week from Primary Day, Here's What Ohioans Need to Know About Vivek Ramaswamy
COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 28 -- The Ohio Democratic Party posted the following news: * * * One Week from Primary Day, Here's What Ohioans Need to Know About Vivek Ramaswamy * There's only one week to go until the Ohio primary. Here's five things voters need to know about billionaire scam artist Vivek Ramaswamy.  "After more than a year of getting to know Vivek Ramaswamy, Ohioans are heading to the polls for the first time, and the more they have gotten to know Ramaswamy, the less they've liked  more

Over 30 Groups Representing Farmers and Renewable Fuels Tell U.S. House to Pass Year-Round E15
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa, April 29 -- The Iowa Renewable Fuels Association posted the following news release on April 28, 2026: * * * Over 30 Groups Representing Farmers and Renewable Fuels Tell U.S. House to Pass Year-Round E15 E15 Amendment to House Farm Bill Could See Consideration by Full House * Today over 30 groups representing farmers and renewable fuels producers from across the country sent a letter to U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson and House Agriculture Committee Chair G.T. Thompson  more

Rep. Sykes on Joint Address by King Charles III
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes, D-Ohio, issued the following statement on April 28, 2026: * * * Rep. Sykes on Joint Address by King Charles III U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) released the following statement after King Charles III's joint address to Congress: "Today's address reflects the enduring friendship between the United States and the United Kingdom, one of our strongest and most important alliances. We value our close partnership with allies like England a  more

Royal Australasian College of Surgeons: AI, Medical Ethics and the Future of Surgery on the Agenda as Major Surgical Conference Heads to Perth
MELBOURNE, Australia, April 29 -- The Royal Australasian College of Surgeons issued the following news release: * * * AI, medical ethics and the future of surgery on the agenda as major surgical conference heads to Perth The southern hemisphere's largest English-language multidisciplinary surgical meeting will return in 2026 when the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) brings its 94th Annual Scientific Congress (ASC) to the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre from Thursday 30 Apr  more

Student achievement celebrated at annual Kentucky State University Academic Honors Convocation
FRANKFORT, Kentucky, April 28 -- Kentucky State University issued the following news: * * * Student achievement celebrated at annual Kentucky State University Academic Honors Convocation * Fifty-three President's Award recipients joined honorees recognized for citizenship and campus distinction FRANKFORT, Ky. -Academic excellence at Kentucky State University was measured not only in grades on Tuesday, April 21, but also in perseverance, service, leadership and the responsibilities student  more

Students Turn to Poetry in a Fast-Paced Digital Culture
CEDARVILLE, Ohio, April 28 -- Cedarville University posted the following news: * * * Students Turn to Poetry in a Fast-Paced Digital Culture * by Madison Dors, Student Public Relations Writer In a culture that prizes speed and constant output, a small monthly gathering at Cedarville University offers something rare -a time to slow down. Students meet over coffee and hot chocolate to read, listen and linger over poems that refuse to be rushed. Cedarville University poetry group encourages  more

Through end of her term June 30, Bonita R. Durand, Ph.D., will be recognized as 10th president of Buffalo State
BUFFALO, New York, April 28 -- Buffalo State University issued the following news release: * * * Through end of her term June 30, Bonita R. Durand, Ph.D., will be recognized as 10th president of Buffalo State * In recognition of her outstanding service to Buffalo State University, Bonita Durand, Ph.D., will complete her time on campus not as interim president, but as the 10th president of Buffalo State University, cementing her legacy and ensuring her portrait will appear in Rockwell Hall al  more

Toledo Women's Tennis to Face Florida in First Round of NCAA Championships
TOLEDO, Ohio, April 28 -- The University of Toledo issued the following news: * * * Toledo Women's Tennis to Face Florida in First Round of NCAA Championships * For the second time in program history, the Toledo women's tennis team will play in the NCAA Division I Women's Tennis Championships. The Rockets will take on Florida in first-round action on Saturday, May 2, at 10 a.m. in Ann Arbor. This marks the first-ever meeting between the Rockets and Gators. Admission to the Varsity Tennis C  more

Twelve Thompson Hine Lawyers Recognized by New York Super Lawyers 2026
CLEVELAND, Ohio, April 29 -- Thompson Hine, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Twelve Thompson Hine Lawyers Recognized by New York Super Lawyers 2026 Thompson Hine LLP is pleased to announce that 12 of its lawyers were recently selected for inclusion in 2026 New York Metro Super Lawyers(R), six of whom were listed as Rising Stars. The lawyers are members of the firm's Business Litigation, Business Restructuring, Corporate Transactions & Securities, Real Estate and White Coll  more

U.S. Navy Strategic Systems Programs Director Wolfe Testifies Before House Armed Services Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- The House Armed Services Subcommittee on Strategic Forces released the following testimony by Navy Vice Adm. Johnny Wolfe Jr., director of strategic systems programs at the U.S. Navy, from an April 22, 2026, hearing on the fiscal 2027 budget request: * * * Strategic Systems Programs' (SSP) mission is to deter strategic attack by providing credible and affordable nuclear and non-nuclear capabilities to the Warfighter to underwrite the security of our Nation. As the Navy   more

University of Cincinnati: Digital Futures Brings Fire Safety to the Screen
CINCINNATI, Ohio, April 29 -- The University of Cincinnati posted the following news: * * * Digital Futures brings fire safety to the screen Gaming skills for real-world impact By Kyle Maycock, maycockj@ucmail.uc.edu "Beep... beep... beep..." A smoke alarm pierces the silence. Upstairs, a child scans the hallway, deciding which door to open and which path could lead to safety. Every choice matters. This tense scenario isn't real, but it's designed to feel real inside Fire Escape, a new v  more

USDA Designates 7 Ohio Counties as Natural Disaster Areas due to Drought; 3 Indiana Counties are Eligible as they are Contiguous Counties
WASHINGTON, April 28 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency issued the following news release: * * * USDA Designates 7 Ohio Counties as Natural Disaster Areas due to Drought; 3 Indiana Counties are Eligible as they are Contiguous Counties * Indiana This Secretarial natural disaster designation allows the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) to extend much-needed emergency credit to producers recovering from natural disasters through em  more

USDA Invests $90 Million to Strengthen Plant Pest Prevention and Clean Plant Programs
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service issued the following news on April 28, 2026: * * * USDA Invests $90 Million to Strengthen Plant Pest Prevention and Clean Plant Programs The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced an investment of more than $90 million under Section 7721 of the Plant Protection Act (PPA 7721) to support 441 projects that will strengthen the nation's ability to prevent, detect, and respond to in  more

UToledo College of Pharmacy Ranks No. 1 in Ohio for Pharmacy Residency Match Rate
TOLEDO, Ohio, April 28 -- The University of Toledo issued the following news: * * * UToledo College of Pharmacy Ranks No. 1 in Ohio for Pharmacy Residency Match Rate * The University of Toledo College of Pharmacy has ranked No. 1 in the state of Ohio for pharmacy residency match rate, surpassing all other Ohio programs including the Ohio State University and the University of Cincinnati. Nationally, UToledo ranked 14th among 144 colleges of pharmacy that participated in the match, placing   more

UToledo Media Communication Senior Finds Success as a Live Sports Storyteller
TOLEDO, Ohio, April 28 -- The University of Toledo issued the following news: * * * UToledo Media Communication Senior Finds Success as a Live Sports Storyteller * Creating memorable game experiences for sports fans requires mental agility and skilled adaptation to keep up with the fast-paced action. Graduating from UToledo on Saturday, May 2, with a bachelor's degree in media communication, James "Trip" Floyd III has exceled at broadcasting the excitement of live sports. CELEBRATING SUC  more

Want to jumpstart your career? Attend a national convention
ATLANTA, Georgia, April 28 -- Mercer University posted the following news: * * * Want to jumpstart your career? Attend a national convention * Mercer University senior Caleb Luo-Gardner spent last summer working for GE Aerospace, a global provider of jet and turboprop engines, at its Ohio headquarters. As an engines engineering intern, he worked on a team that researched solutions to make hardware last as long as possible. "Being able to get a taste of what working at an engineering compan  more

West Liberty University and Lake Erie College Establish Accelerated Pathway to Doctor of Education Degree
WEST LIBERTY, West Virginia, April 29 -- West Liberty University issued the following news: * * * West Liberty University and Lake Erie College Establish Accelerated Pathway to Doctor of Education Degree West Liberty University and Lake Erie College have announced a new articulation agreement that creates an accelerated pathway for students to earn a Doctor of Education (EdD) degree. The 4+1+3 agreement allows qualified Lake Erie College students to seamlessly transition from their undergrad  more