Wednesday, April 30, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1802, President Thomas Jefferson signed the Enabling Act, allowing Ohio to draft a constitution and form a government, paving the way for statehood.

The first cruise ship of the season arrived in Cleveland, offering voyages around the Great Lakes. Find out more in Et Cetera.

Later today, we will email you on behalf of our partner, Timeplast, with an investment opportunity in groundbreaking sustainable packaging technology. We hope you find it worth exploring.

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Have you tried The Flyover podcast yet? Our weekday host, Ayla Brown, has today’s national news ready for you. Click on your favorite platform below to listen or watch.

State Proposes Accepting Bitcoin

State leaders endorsed a proposal to allow residents to pay certain fees and taxes with cryptocurrency, starting with business filing fees.

The measure would permit—but not require—state agencies to accept crypto payments. The payments would be converted to U.S. dollars to shield the state from market volatility.

Following the announcement, Bitcoin’s price jumped 4.2% in two hours, rising from $68,500 to $71,370.

Critics argue that digital currencies remain too unstable and susceptible to fraud.

Ag Secretary Visits

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins visited Weaver Eggs in Darke County to meet with egg farmers affected by the nation’s bird flu outbreak.

Ohio ranks No. 2 in the nation in egg production.

Rollins and Gov. Mike DeWine discussed the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s response to the outbreak, including enhanced biosecurity, regulatory reform, and support for repopulation.

While in the county, Rollins also visited a local farm to observe the 360 Rain system, an irrigation method that applies manure directly to crop roots to boost soil health.

Cincinnati Forms Sports Commission

The Queen City launched the Cincinnati Regional Sports Commission to coordinate bids for major sporting events, including the 2028 NFL Draft.

The city approved a $250,000 contribution and Hamilton County allocated $150,000 to the initiative. Visit Cincy CEO Julie Calvert said additional funding will come from private sources, but she didn’t provide any specifics.

The commission’s board and executive committee include members from the Cincinnati Business Committee, Kroger, Procter & Gamble, and other organizations.

The 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay drew about 600,000 attendees and generated an estimated $20 million in local revenue.

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➤ Newburgh Heights: Mayor Trevor Elkins and another parent were charged with disorderly conduct after a fight during a sixth-grade girls’ basketball game. Both pleaded no contest and paid fines. (Watch)

➤ Sandusky: Cedar Point opens for the 2025 season on Saturday, featuring the return of Top Thrill 2. This summer, the Siren’s Curse tilt coaster will debut. (Details)

➤ Toledo: The acting principal of Birmingham Elementary was suspended without pay for allegedly kicking an 8-year-old student. (More)

➤ Warren County: More than 600 single-family homes are planned or under construction in Springboro and Clearcreek Township. (More)

➤ State: Six projects approved for state tax credits are expected to create 699 new jobs, retain 300 existing jobs, and generate $835 million in investments across Ohio. (More)

➤ Muskingum County: A local chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will unveil a Revolutionary War Patriots marker at the courthouse at 10:30 a.m. Friday. (More)

➤ Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred said he has discussed Cincinnati Reds legend Pete Rose’s status with President Trump and will consider lifting Rose’s lifetime ban. Rose died at age 83 last September. (More)

➤ Two state agencies raised concerns about Ohio’s proposed $600 million investment in a new Cleveland Browns stadium, claiming projected future tax collections are overstated. (More)

➤ Central State University hired former Ohio State standout and Super Bowl MVP Santonio Holmes as its wide receivers coach. (More)

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➤ A FedEx truck crashed into a home on Godeita Street in Westerville. No injuries were reported, and the driver left with company officials. (See Photos)

➤ Pickle Zone, a new year-round pickleball complex, opened in Holland, offering lessons, clinics, tournaments, and open play for all ages. (More)

➤ Ohio will be the first state to allow employers to post state labor law notices online instead of displaying them in the workplace when a new law takes effect in July. (More)

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➤ The first cruise ship of the season arrived in Cleveland. Victory Cruise Lines will offer Great Lakes voyages with stops in Chicago, Toronto, Mackinac Island, and elsewhere. (Watch)

➤ Emersen White, who survived three open-heart surgeries and a stroke after developing a staph infection at age 13, has been named the 2025 Nicklaus Youth Spirit Award recipient. (See Photo)

➤ The 2025 COSI Science Festival kicks off today in Columbus, featuring more than 100 community events over four days focused on science, technology, engineering, arts, and math. (Details)

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