Office of Criminal Justice Services Seeks Requests for Proposals for VAWA and JAG Programs

(COLUMBUS) – The Ohio Department of Public Safety’s Office of Criminal Justice Services (OCJS) today released the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) and the Edward J. Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) requests for proposals in an effort to provide funding to victim service providers, law enforcement, prosecution, court, and correction agencies throughout Ohio.… Read full story

BSA National Camp-In!

May 2, 2020 beginning at 11am EDT / 10am CDT / 9am MDT / 8am PDT

 

Songs, Skits and So Much S’more!

You’re invited to join the Boy Scouts of America’s “National Camp-In”, a fun digital event for all families featuring camp-themed activities and a virtual 5K hike benefiting Feeding America.… Read full story

BBB Scam Alert: Easy Money via “Blessing Loom”? Nope, it’s a Social Media Pyramid Scheme

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to high unemployment and an uncertain economy, making money tight for many people. Who wouldn’t be tempted by an opportunity to make several thousand dollars with only a small investment? No matter how much extra cash could be had, it’s a wise idea to ignore social media invitations to join a “Blessing Loom.”… Read full story

Stay Safe Ohio Order

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today announced that the Ohio Department of Health has issued a “Stay Safe Ohio Order.” The new order, which incorporates the openings of businesses and services announced as part of the Responsible RestartOhio plan, will replace the previous “Stay at Home” order, which expires at 11:59 p.m.… Read full story

COVID-19 Update: Prison PPE, ODRC Update

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Dr. Amy Acton, MD, MPH, today provided the following updates on Ohio’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

PRISON PPE: 

Governor DeWine announced today that Ohio has provided more than 1.1 million items of personal protective equipment (PPE) to Ohio’s state prisons.… Read full story