WEEK IN REVIEW
Friday, July 10, 2026

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine Week in Review

For the week ending July 10, 2026

Saturday, July 4, 2026

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and First Lady Fran DeWine wished all Ohioans a happy and safe Independence Day!

Monday, July 6, 2026

Governor DeWine ordered the flags of the United States and the state of Ohio to be flown at half-staff upon all public buildings and grounds throughout Wayne County and at the Ohio Statehouse, Vern Riffe Center, and Rhodes State Office Tower in honor of the life and service of Sgt. Scott Ries of the Rittman Police Department. Flags shall remain lowered until sunset on the day of his funeral.

Governor DeWine declared a state of emergency  in Mahoning County after severe weather passed through the area on Sunday, July 5, 2026. 

Governor DeWine joined the Ohio Emergency Management Agency to visit areas with significant storm damage.

"By declaring a state of emergency, we're able to expedite state assistance in communities that need help with cleanup," said Governor DeWine. "We want to do everything we can to help those impacted by this storm recover and move forward."

The declaration directs all relevant State of Ohio departments and agencies to lend their services, equipment, supplies, and personnel as necessary to assist in the cleanup effort.

Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Lt. Governor Jim Tressel attended the grand opening of the Sherwin-Williams Morikis Global Technology Center. For generations, Sherwin-Williams has been part of Ohio's story. He thanked them for their continued investment in Northeast Ohio and their commitment to thousands of Ohio families.

Wednesday, July 8, 2026

Lt. Governor Tressel spent time at the Advantage Cleveland Tennis & Education summer camp to see how sports, literacy, STEM, and the Team Tressel Fitness Challenge are all working together to build good habits and a positive future for Ohio kids.

In honor of the life and service of former State Senator and former State Representative Kenneth R. Cox, Governor DeWine ordered the flags of the United States and the state of Ohio to be flown at half-staff upon all public buildings and grounds throughout Summit County and at the Ohio Statehouse, Vern Riffe Center, and Rhodes Tower from sunrise to sunset on the day of his funeral, July 10, 2026.

Thursday, July 9, 2026

Governor DeWine joined CNBC's Scott Cohn in Columbus Thursday, as CNBC announced that Ohio is America's Top State for Business in 2026.

The network credited Ohio's ranking to its low business costs, strong infrastructure, broad market access, abundant electrical power, and robust inventory of shovel-ready sites. The CNBC rankings also highlighted Ohio's housing costs as among the most affordable in the country.

"This number one ranking proves that Ohio is the best place in America for business and all that comes along with it, including jobs, quality of life, and opportunities for everyone to live up to their God-given potential,” said Governor DeWine. 

This is the first time that Ohio has held the top spot. In 2010, CNBC ranked Ohio No. 34 for its overall economic strategy and success, but during the DeWine Administration, Ohio steadily increased among the ranks, placing 15th in 2022, 12th in 2023, 7th in 2024, 5th in 2025, and 1st in 2026. 

“Ohio’s long-term strategy to make Ohio the go-to place for business is working," said Governor DeWine. "When I took office, I promised to 'plant the seeds' of long-term investments that will positively impact Ohio for years to come. Today's announcement is proof that these seeds are growing, and Ohio has a bright future ahead."

In honor of the life and service of former Hamilton County Prosecutor, Court of Common Pleas Judge, and Sheriff Simon “Si” L. Leis, Jr, Governor DeWine ordered the flags of the United States and the state of Ohio to be flown at half-staff upon all public buildings and grounds throughout Hamilton County and at the Ohio Statehouse, Vern Riffe Center, and Rhodes Tower from sunrise to sunset on the day of his funeral, July 10, 2026.

Friday, July 10, 2026

Governor DeWine announced the appointment of State Senator Nathan H. Manning to the Ninth District Court of Appeals. Senator Manning, of North Ridgeville, will assume office on August 3, 2026, and will take the seat formerly held by Judge Donna J. Carr, who retired. He will serve the remainder of the unfinished term and must run for election in November 2026 to retain the seat.

As the 16-day Great American State Fair comes to a close, Governor DeWine announced that Ohio's pavilion ranked in the top ten for "Best in Show." If you were unable to visit Ohio's award‑winning pavilion in Washington, D.C., you’ll have another chance — the pavilion will be set up at the Bricker MarketPlace Building during the Ohio State Fair (July 29-August 9).

Governor DeWine announced announced that Legislative Director Giles Allen will be stepping away from his position, effective today, to pursue opportunities in the private sector.

“I thank Giles for his years of service on my team and to the state of Ohio. I wish him all the best and continued success in his future endeavors,” said Governor DeWine.

Allen had served as Legislative Director since 2023 and was the longest serving person in that role for DeWine.

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