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Opposition to solar development results in new trustee in Tate Township

By Buckeye Reporter | Nov 9, 2023

Rusty Durbin, a local farmer concerned about the development of solar farms in Clermont County, was elected as a trustee in Tate Township on Tuesday. Election returns from the Clermont County Board of Elections show that Durbin beat incumbent Bobby Reddin with 54 percent of the vote.

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Ohio home to 7 colleges that still mandate “COVID” mRNA injection

By Buckeye Reporter | Nov 9, 2023

There are still seven colleges in Ohio that continue to require “COVID” mRNA injections for students to attend their classes.

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Governor DeWine, Lt. Governor Husted Announce Career Tech Construction Grant Awards, New Equipment Funding Opportunity

By Buckeye Reporter Report | Nov 8, 2023

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted announced that 35 Ohio schools will receive grants totaling almost $200 million through the Career Technical Construction Program, helping expand education and training facilities to serve more students. At the event, they also announced the launch of the first application period for the Career Technical Education Equipment Grant Program, which opened today.

East Palestine Mayor Trent Conaway: Congress Must Pass the Railway Safety Act

By Buckeye Reporter Report | Nov 8, 2023

“The United States Senate owes its constituents the peace of mind that a tragedy like this will not strike in their hometowns. Don’t side with the powerful special interest groups of the Washington Swamp — do what’s best for your own people.”

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Governor DeWine Orders Flags Lowered in Lake County in Remembrance of Lance Corporal Austin B. Schwenk

By Buckeye Reporter Report | Nov 7, 2023

In honor of the life and service of Lance Corporal Austin B. Schwenk, Governor Mike DeWine has ordered the flags of the United States of America and the State of Ohio to be flown at half-staff upon all public buildings and grounds throughout Lake County on the day of his funeral, Saturday, November 4, 2023.

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Senator Vance Rejects “banana Republic” Tactics From Joe Biden, Continues Hold Policy for Doj Nominees

By Buckeye Reporter Report | Nov 7, 2023

“We are living in a banana republic where the President is using his Department of Justice to go after his chief political rival, the person he will appear on the ballot with in about a year.”

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Governor DeWine Announces New Program to Support Energy Efficiency in Vulnerable Ohio Communities

By Buckeye Reporter Report | Nov 7, 2023

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik announced the launch of a new grant program that will improve energy efficiency and save money in some of Ohio’s most vulnerable communities.

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Senator Vance Leads Banking Committee Republicans in Urging Biden Admin to Reverse Guidance Requiring Loans for Illegal Immigrants

By Buckeye Reporter Report | Nov 7, 2023

Senator JD Vance (R-OH) led all Republican members of the Senate Banking Committee in sending a letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland and CFPB Director Rohit Chopra urging them to reconsider their October 12 joint statement on lending discrimination against “noncitizen borrowers.” Through the statement, which dramatically upends decades of guidance from the CFPB and the Federal Reserve, the DOJ and CFPB aim to force American financial institutions to extend loans to illegal immigrants. This practice contradicts longstanding legal interpretations from federal regulators and could create situations where lenders are unable to recoup loan payments from deported illegal aliens.

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CDC reports 32 deaths among Ohio Hispanics in week ending Sept. 9

By Buckeye Reporter | Nov 5, 2023

There were 32 Hispanic people who died in Ohio in the week ending Sept. 9, according to the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

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Governor DeWine Announces Additional $150 Million to Demolish Dilapidated Buildings, Pave Way for Economic Growth

By Buckeye Reporter Report | Nov 4, 2023

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted announced that additional funding is now available to help transform Ohio’s communities into vibrant hubs of opportunity through the demolition of blighted buildings.

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AG Yost’s Roundtable at Amazon Highlights Support Programs for Veterans

By Buckeye Reporter Report | Nov 4, 2023

Military veterans working at an Amazon facility in Licking County described the struggles and successes of transitioning to the civilian workforce during a roundtable this afternoon with Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost.

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Governor DeWine, Lt. Governor Husted Announce New Projects Expected to Create More Than 2,200 Jobs, $482 Million in Payroll

By Buckeye Reporter Report | Nov 4, 2023

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted announced the approval of assistance for three projects set to create 2,247 new jobs and retain 63 jobs statewide.

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Senator Vance Tours Emerge Recovery & Trade Initiative in Xenia

By Buckeye Reporter Report | Nov 4, 2023

Senator JD Vance (R-OH) toured the Emerge Recovery & Trade Initiative in Xenia, Ohio today. This organization works to help Ohioans recover from addiction while developing skills for careers such as HVAC, plumbing, and working at the on-site call center for some of their partner companies.

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New Scorecard Analyzes Ohio Lawmakers' Voting Records on Government Limitations

By Buckeye Reporter | Nov 2, 2023

The Institute for Legislative Affairs (ILA) has released a comprehensive scorecard evaluating Ohio legislators and Governor Mike DeWine. This system, touted as the first of its kind, assesses the Executive Branch based on bill signage and veto actions.

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Senator Vance: Majority of Senate Gop Wants a Standalone Israel Aid Package

By Buckeye Reporter Report | Nov 2, 2023

Today, Senator JD Vance (R-OH) joined Larry Kudlow on Fox Business to discuss the Israel Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2023, which would provide $14.3 billion of aid to Israel. This standalone legislation will ensure the swift provision of aid to Israel is not hindered by President Biden’s unrelated priorities in Ukraine.

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The City of Lebanon, Ohio is expanding its municipally owned utility service offerings to include solar power

By Buckeye Reporter | Nov 1, 2023

The City of Lebanon, Ohio announced that it is expanding its municipally-owned utility service offerings to include solar power. In its Oct. 23 release, the city said that it had selected Kokosing Solar as the "Design-Build Partner" to complete the project.

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Ohio Supreme Court approves two solar farms in Preble County

By Buckeye Reporter | Nov 1, 2023

The Supreme Court of Ohio recently agreed that two solar farms in Preble County can move forward with construction. The decision affirmed an earlier decision by the Ohio Power Siting Board

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Concerns raised over workplace safety amid proposed legalization of recreational marijuana in Ohio

By Buckeye Reporter | Nov 1, 2023

Ohio employers are legally required to ensure workplace safety, a commitment that is reflected in the state's declining workers' compensation rates. However, the potential legalization of marijuana through Ohio's Issue 2 poses new challenges for maintaining safe work environments.

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AG Yost Honors Local Law Enforcement, Highlights Agency Collaboration at Annual Conference

By Buckeye Reporter Report | Nov 1, 2023

With more than 400 in attendance from law enforcement agencies statewide, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost highlighted the expansion of resources and agency collaboration at the office’s 2023 Law Enforcement Conference.

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Senators Vance, Marshall, Lee, & Cruz Introduce Legislation to Deliver Immediate Standalone Aid to Israel

By Buckeye Reporter Report | Nov 1, 2023

This standalone legislation is a rejection of the Biden administration’s attempt to link aid packages to Israel & Ukraine