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Traffic safety education program offered for non English speakers in Ohio
The Ohio Traffic Safety Office (OTSO), a division of the Ohio Department of Public Safety, announced July 11 that new educational resources now are available for diverse communities in Ohio to help English Language Learners become licensed drivers.
The curriculum and train-the-trainer program is intended to help non English speakers learn safe driving practices and prepare for the written and driving tests at the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV), the release said.
It includes information on the requirements for obtaining a driver license in Ohio, the meanings of traffic signs and signals, and other basic traffic safety laws.
“Non English speakers who are new to Ohio may not fully understand the rules of the road, increasing their risk of being involved in a crash,” said Ohio Department of Public Safety Director Andy Wilson in the release. “Even the most basic driver education helps promote safe behaviors on our roads, benefitting all drivers in Ohio.”
A pilot program was first introduced at the Ohio Traffic Safety Office’s 2024 Ohio Traffic Safety Summit in Columbus and now is ready to be launched statewide, according to the release.
The training provides information for participants to share with English Language Learners or non English speaking adults that want to learn to drive in Ohio, the release said.
Trainings are conducted in English, and participants translate the material to share in their communities.
“Providing traffic safety education in multiple languages helps to remove some barriers for Ohio’s English Language Learners and integrate them into the community,” said Emily Davidson, executive director of the Ohio Traffic Safety Office, in the release. “We hope this new education program can help create a safer and more inclusive environment for all residents.”
It’s important to note that this curriculum does not replace driver education, and that those who present it in diverse language communities are not considered licensed driver training instructors in the state, the release said.
Teen drivers still are required to complete 24 hours of classroom instruction and eight hours of behind-the-wheel training at a licensed driver training school.
Adult drivers who fail the first attempt at the driving test at the BMV are required to complete the abbreviated adult program — which is four hours of classroom instruction and either four hours of behind the wheel training with a licensed instructor or 24 hours of driving practice with a licensed driver older than age of 21.
Resources are available on the Ohio Traffic Safety Office’s website for those interested in bringing this curriculum to their community.
The curriculum outline, PowerPoint slides, resource guide, and other training aids are available free of charge to anyone that requests them.
This announcement follows a number of initiatives by Ohio Traffic Safety Office to strengthen driver education, including nearly $2.5 million in grants to fund driver training scholarships to eligible teens in 42 counties, the release said.
Earlier this year, $4.5 million in funding was awarded through the new Creating Opportunities for Driver Education (CODE) Grant program that supports the expansion of driver training options in underserved areas, the release said.
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As several states pull out of the Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C., questions are coming up closer to home — Is Ohio still participating?
Massachusetts and North Carolina won’t participate in the fair, according to USA TODAY. Reports also indicate that Connecticut, Illinois, Maine and Oregon are also expected to skip the event, with some states citing a combination of financial and political concerns as reasons for opting out.
Here’s what we know about Ohio’s role in the event so far.
Is Ohio skipping the 2026 Great American State Fair?
Ohio has confirmed its participation with a booth titled “Ohio: The Heart of it All,” which showcases state parks and childhood development. The governor’s office began the planning process for the booth in February, shortly after the Great American State Fair was announced, said Lisa Peterson director of communications in the governor’s office.
The Great American State Fair, organized by Freedom 250, is a 16-day exposition that will be displayed on the National Mall from June 25 to July 10.
Additionally, Ohio will host a stop from the “Freedom Truck,” a traveling exhibit tied to Freedom 250. The exhibit will appear at the Ohio State Fair in Columbus. Organizers describe the Freedom Truck as a mobile museum that visits existing fairs and community events, not a version of the Great American State Fair itself.
When does the ‘Freedom Truck’ stop in Ohio?
The Freedom Truck is scheduled to be at the Ohio State Fair from July 27 through Aug. 10, 2026 at the Ohio Expo Center in Columbus.
The exhibit includes interactive and historical exhibits about the founding of the United States, according to organizers.
The mobile museum will be open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday, and from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on weekends, with the final day closing at 6 p.m.
What is the Great American State Fair?
The Great American State Fair is a 16-day event planned for June 25 through July 10 on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. Organized by Freedom 250, the fair is part of a broader effort to mark the nation’s 250th anniversary with state exhibits, food, entertainment and cultural programming, according to USA TODAY.
President Donald Trump announced he will headline the Freedom 250‑organized Great American State Fair and hold an “America Is Back” rally, the publication reports.
America250 vs. Freedom 250: What’s the difference?
The Great American State Fair is part of Freedom 250, a Trump-backed initiative to celebrate the country’s 250th anniversary.
That effort is different from America250, the official, congressionally-authorized program coordinating nationwide commemorations. Meanwhile, America 250‑Ohio, the Ohio Commission for the U.S. Semiquincentennial, is the official state-level partner to the national America250 effort.
The Ohio Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at June 23, 2026, results for each game:
Mega Millions
Mega Millions drawings take place every week on Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m.
48-51-60-63-66, Mega Ball: 20
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Pick 3
Drawings are held daily, seven days a week, at 12:29 p.m. and 7:29 p.m., except Saturday evening.
Midday: 8-8-0
Evening: 2-0-5
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Pick 4
Drawings are held daily, seven days a week, at 12:29 p.m. and 7:29 p.m., except Saturday evening.
Midday: 7-2-9-0
Evening: 1-6-9-3
Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Pick 5
Drawings are held daily, seven days a week, at 12:29 p.m. and 7:29 p.m., except Saturday evening.
Midday: 2-9-2-5-7
Evening: 2-8-6-4-9
Check Pick 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Rolling Cash 5
Drawings are held daily, seven days a week, at approximately 7:05 p.m.
03-09-22-37-39
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