STATEHOUSE NEWS

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(Columbus, OH) –Former Speaker of the Ohio House of Representatives Jo Ann Davidson, will lie in state in the Ohio Statehouse Rotunda Thursday, Oct. 31 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

The funeral service will immediately follow and will take place in the Atrium.

The public is invited to pay their respects.

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(COLUMBUS, Ohio)— In honor of the life and service of former Ohio Speaker of the House Jo Ann Davidson, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has ordered that the flags of the United States and the state of Ohio to be lowered upon all public buildings and grounds throughout the state of Ohio until sunset on the day of her funeral.

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Jo Ann Davidson passed away Friday, October 25, 2024. She was Speaker of the Ohio House of Representatives from 1995 to 2000.

Memorial arrangements are being made, and details will be announced soon.

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(Columbus, Ohio) – The Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board (CSRAB) and the Capitol Square Foundation (CSF) announce that the nomination process for the 2025 “Great Ohioans Award” is now open and the CSF is accepting nominations. The Great Ohioan Award commemorates Ohioans who have played a significant role in an event or series of events of lasting significance in world, American or Ohio history. To be selected for the Great Ohioan Award, the nominee must have resided in Ohio for a minimum of five years. In addition, at least 25 years must have passed since the event in which the nominee participated is being commemorated. Nomination deadline is Sunday, December 1, 2024.

The list of Great Ohioans includes 62 people with notable achievements. Neil Armstrong, Toni Morrison and Rutherford B. Hayes are among the names of those who made their mark in our history. An exhibit at the Ohio Statehouse Museum Education Center lets visitors learn about the recipients of the Great Ohioan award and discover how they affected local, national and world history. The display uses videos, facts and photos to explore the life and legacy of each Great Ohioan.

For more information on the Great Ohioan Award and to nominate an individual, please visit ohiostatehouse.org and https://ohcapitolsquarefoundation.org/great-ohioans/

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(COLUMBUS, OH) — The Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board (CSRAB) canceled the meeting scheduled for Oct. 17, 2024 at the Ohio Statehouse. The meeting has been rescheduled for Nov. 7 at 10 a.m. The location will be announced by press release and on the website, https://www.ohiostatehouse.org/about/csrab/board-meetings.

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(Columbus, Ohio) –The Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board is hosting the 2024 Ohio Olympic and Paralympic Celebration on Nov. 3, 2024, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Ohio Statehouse. The family-friendly event honors the achievements of the Olympians and Paralympians who have ties to the state of Ohio during this year’s past Summer Olympic and Paralympic games!

The attending Olympians and Paralympians are:
Byron Branch- Wheelchair fencing


Molly Bruggeman- Rowing


Katie Moon- Pole Vaulting


Marcus Christopher- BMX Freestyle


Jenna Fesemyer- Para Track and Field


Keana Hunter- Artistic Swimming

Brittni Mason – Para Track and Field

Grace Nuhfer - Para Swimming
On Nov. 3, join us for exciting celebrations featuring a Q&A panel led by NBC4 sports reporter Whitney Harding! Guests will have the opportunity to submit questions for the Olympians and Paralympians and participate in interactive games for a chance to compete against them and win prizes.

Following the panel, there will be a Meet and Greet from 2-3 p.m. Guests can collect autographs in a booklet from the athletes, and those who complete the booklet will be eligible for a special prize!

East High Marching Band and Drill Team will kick-off the event as they lead in the athletes with a short performance.

Both the Statehouse Museum Shop and Capitol Café will be open from 12 to 4 p.m. on the ground floor of the Ohio Statehouse.

This event is free and open to the public, making it a perfect outing for families and sports enthusiasts alike. We invite everyone to come out and celebrate the spirit of the Olympics and Paralympics and the incredible athletes who represent Ohio!

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UPDATE: Flags are at half-staff until 4:00 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024. Another announcement will be made about the date of the funeral.
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In honor of the life and service of former Congressman Dave Hobson, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has ordered the flags of the United States and the state of Ohio to be lowered upon all public buildings and grounds throughout Champaign, Clark, Fairfield, Fayette, Franklin, Greene, Logan, Perry, Pickaway, Ross, and Union counties, as well as, the Ohio Statehouse, the Vern Riffe Center, and the Rhodes State Office Tower today until the day of his funeral.

All other public buildings and grounds throughout the state may fly the flags of the United States and the state of Ohio at half-staff at their discretion for the same time period.

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(COLUMBUS, Ohio)— In honor of the life and service of Perrysburg Township Firefighter and Paramedic Troy Bernhard, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has ordered the flags of the United States and the state of Ohio to be lowered upon all public buildings and grounds throughout Wood County, the Ohio Statehouse, the Vern Riffe Center, and the Rhodes State Office Tower today, and will remain until sunset on the day of his funeral, October 5, 2024.
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