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Sinclair says pipeline for nursing, drone systems being built

Sinclair Community College officials said Tuesday in a meeting with two local state representatives that they are rebuilding pipelines for key jobs in the region, such as nursing, dental hygienists and aviation technicians. Read Full Story Tue, Aug 29, 2023

Ohio law limits use of firefighting foam containing 'forever chemicals'

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine last week signed a bill into law prohibiting the use of PFAS-containing foam in firefighter training. Read Full Story Mon, Mar 21, 2022

Dementia training for first responders would be a win-win for all Ohioans: Trey Addison

Today, our police and emergency first responders in Ohio face many unique challenges in serving local communities -- including responding to the growing number of incidents involving those who have Alzheimer's disease and related dementia. Read Full Story Sun, Jan 23, 2022

Enhanced dementia training is critical for Ohio's first responders

Ohio's police and emergency first responders face various daily, complex challenges serving our communities. However, one challenge that does not often get much public attention is the growing number of interactions between our first responders and individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia. Read Full Story Wed, Jan 19, 2022

'The budget reflects what we value,' New state spending bill directs money at local schools

The state's new spending plan provides a income tax cut and help for the Miami Valley economy, but it also provides more money for local schools. The school funding formula is designed to set up a system that will be constitutional for the first time since the 1990s. Read Full Story Thu, Jul 1, 2021

Ohio Task Force 1 activated in response to Florida condo tower collapse

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) - Ohio Task Force 1 (OHTF1), and four other FEMA Type-1 Urban Search and Rescue Task Forces, have been activated for deployment to the Champlain Towers South condominium collapse in Florida. Read Full Story Wed, Jun 30, 2021

State Income Tax Cuts On The Way

State lawmakers are cutting Ohioans' tax burden by $2 billion in a move included in the new state budget adopted this week and being signed by Gov. Mike DeWine. Read Full Story Wed, Jun 30, 2021

Child welfare agency agreements could get more scrutiny

Montgomery County Children Services approved a new agreement last week that details how child abuse should be reported and investigated, but a bill pending in the Statehouse could require uniform, statewide standards. Read Full Story Tue, Jun 22, 2021

One-time coronavirus bonus proposed for Ohio 1st responders

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Ohio police officers, firefighters and emergency medical technicians would receive a one-time bonus to commemorate their work during the coronavirus pandemic, under proposed legislation that has the backing of Attorney General Dave Yost. Read Full Story Thu, Jun 10, 2021

Plummer proposes COVID-19 bonus for law enforcement, first responders; nurses, doctors excluded

COLUMBUS - A bill being introduced in the state legislature would provide COVID-19 bonuses for law enforcement and first responders up to $1,000, Rep. Phil Plummer (R-Ohio) announced this morning. Read Full Story Wed, Jun 2, 2021