/tags/first-responders First Responders en-US Copyright Tue, 23 Jul 2024 18:01:00 GMT /2024-07-23/columbus-state-plans-new-southeast-side-career-development-center The center will be geared toward those wanting careers in construction trades or as first responders. Tue, 23 Jul 2024 18:01:00 GMT /2024-07-23/columbus-state-plans-new-southeast-side-career-development-center Mark Ferenchik /2023-12-28/east-palestine-train-derailment-reveals-need-for-more-first-responder-training The Norfolk Southern train derailment exposed a lack of training for budget-strapped volunteer fire departments. Some want railroads to do more to help. Thu, 28 Dec 2023 10:30:00 GMT /2023-12-28/east-palestine-train-derailment-reveals-need-for-more-first-responder-training Sophia Lucente /2023-08-17/as-another-ohio-ems-agency-closes-chiefs-grapple-with-staff-and-funding-shortages A rural EMS agency is disbanding at the end of the year. EMS chiefs across the state worry the situation is becoming more common. Thu, 17 Aug 2023 08:06:00 GMT /2023-08-17/as-another-ohio-ems-agency-closes-chiefs-grapple-with-staff-and-funding-shortages Erin Gottsacker /2023-04-07/ohios-rural-ems-providers-face-a-staffing-emergency Chiefs across the state need paramedics and EMTs to fill open positions. But in many cases, none can be found. Tue, 11 Apr 2023 09:00:33 GMT /2023-04-07/ohios-rural-ems-providers-face-a-staffing-emergency Erin Gottsacker /politics-government/2021-12-06/dewine-announces-proposal-to-provide-250-million-to-law-enforcement-first-responders Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted today announced details of a new proposal that would invest hundreds of millions of dollars into support for first responders. Mon, 06 Dec 2021 23:35:15 GMT /politics-government/2021-12-06/dewine-announces-proposal-to-provide-250-million-to-law-enforcement-first-responders Jo Ingles, ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½ News Staff /wvxu-stories/2021-10-15/most-ohio-roadside-workers-say-they-feel-threatened-on-the-job A poll from AAA found most respondents report nearly being hit by a driver who didn't give them enough room. Fri, 15 Oct 2021 13:53:54 GMT /wvxu-stories/2021-10-15/most-ohio-roadside-workers-say-they-feel-threatened-on-the-job /coronavirus/2021-06-11/one-time-coronavirus-bonus-proposed-for-ohio-first-responders Legislation with the backing of Attorney General Dave Yost would provide a one-time bonus to Ohio's first responders, including police officers, to commemorate their work during the coronavirus pandemic. Fri, 11 Jun 2021 19:14:57 GMT /coronavirus/2021-06-11/one-time-coronavirus-bonus-proposed-for-ohio-first-responders Associated Press /news/2020-12-29/franklin-county-ems-workers-receive-covid-19-vaccine Franklin County first responders started receiving their first doses of coronavirus vaccine Monday.Franklin County Public Health opened its first COVID-19… Tue, 29 Dec 2020 13:38:11 GMT /news/2020-12-29/franklin-county-ems-workers-receive-covid-19-vaccine Steve Brown /news-partners/2020-04-30/without-federal-funding-ohio-mayor-faces-very-painful-cuts-to-services Dayton, Ohio, is one of many U.S. cities facing financial struggles amid the pandemic. The city has already laid off 25% of its workforce, says Mayor Nan Whaley. Thu, 30 Apr 2020 20:15:00 GMT /news-partners/2020-04-30/without-federal-funding-ohio-mayor-faces-very-painful-cuts-to-services Mary Louise Kelly /news/2020-04-24/why-this-city-gives-coronavirus-tests-to-all-workers-dealing-with-the-public Behind a nondescript strip mall in Carmel, Indiana, a short line of cars gathers mid-afternoon next to a large tent. Medical professionals stand out… Fri, 24 Apr 2020 10:29:37 GMT /news/2020-04-24/why-this-city-gives-coronavirus-tests-to-all-workers-dealing-with-the-public Carter Barrett