It was a pleasure to meet the Elyria Westwood Middle School students on the steps of the United States Capitol. I applaud the school for bringing their students to Washington, DC to learn their nation’s rich history. Go Pioneers!
The Congressional Clays Competition, hosted by the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation, brings together Members of the Congressional Sportsman Caucus and conservation advocates for a day of camaraderie and competition in support of America’s outdoors sporting traditions.
It was a great day to be outside supporting conservation efforts and celebrating our nation’s rich sporting heritage.
Last night, Marcia and I participated in the 44th Gourmet Gala for March of Dimes, an organization leading the fight for the health of moms and babies. We’ve attended this event for more than 10 years and always enjoy spending time with other Members of Congress, families, and advocates who care deeply about maternal and infant health.
This year, we shared my Aunt Hilda’s Pecan Pie recipe, which received the Best Presentation Award! It was a fun evening raising awareness and supporting healthier futures for moms and babies.
The Biggest Week in American Birding is taking place in northwest Ohio this week.
@govmikedewine helped kick off the event at Magee Marsh, where birders from across the country heard about the great strides the @ohiodnr , @your_wild_ohio , @usfws and local organizations have made in establishing the region as the Warbler Capital of the World.
Over the weekend, we celebrated the talented high school students who participated in the 2026 Congressional Art Competition. It was great to meet with the students and see their artwork on display. Congratulations to this year’s winner, Sarah Mathey, for her piece titled “Hometown.” Her artwork will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year.
Stopped by Ball Corporation, a beverage can plant in Findlay. The company provides innovative, sustainable aluminum cans for the food and beverage industry. It was insightful to see behind the scenes at a company focused on American manufacturing.
@growinghopeglobally has an international mission that has specialists working directly with third world farmers to improve their agricultural practices. The charity has its roots with a small group of Williams County farmers working around a kitchen table wanting to make a difference in helping farmers around the world. The Burger Bash was held this weekend to raise funds to help on its mission.
Yesterday, I had the privilege of celebrating Adam, Jack, Michele, and Eli, students from #OH5 who have been accepted into U.S. Military Service Academies. I am grateful for each of these students and their commitment to serving our great nation, and I am confident they will thrive at their respective academies. It was an honor to nominate them to our nation’s service academies.
The @ohstateparks Foundation previewed the Biggest Week in American Birding this weekend at Maumee Bay State Park. Although cold temperatures and a northerly wind kept birders from seeing warblers, there were many other birds to watch. @ohiodnr
Last week, I attended @theohiostateuniversity Scarlet and Gray Breakfast on Capitol Hill. It was a great opportunity to connect with fellow Ohioans and recognize the partnership between the Ohio Congressional Delegation and the land grant institution in Ohio. I also had the pleasure of meeting OSU’s new @ohiostatepres , Ravi Bellamkonda.
Go Buckeyes! @theohiostatealumni
