[Ohio-Talk] Fwd: Annette Lutz: Ohio Entrepreneur in a Landmark Anniversary Year

Sat Jun 27 00:14:49 UTC 2026

Great read! Annette, this is awesome!

Jessica Stover-
President: National Federation of the Blind of Ohio Greater Akron chapter
330-417-4935
jstover.nfb at gmail.com

On Fri, Jun 26, 2026 at 2:30 PM Delcenia Brown via Ohio-Talk <
ohio-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:

> Andra,
>  I would love to take the credit for sharing the info. However, it was
> shared by Shane Popplestone not I.
> Thanks
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
> *From:* Andra Stover <andra.stover at outlook.com>
> *Sent:* Friday, June 26, 2026 1:36 PM
> *To:* NFB of Ohio Announcement List <ohio-talk at nfbnet.org>
> *Cc:* Delcenia Brown <delcenia at prodigy.net>
>
> *Subject:* Re: [Ohio-Talk] Fwd: Annette Lutz: Ohio Entrepreneur in a
> Landmark Anniversary Year
>
> Delcina,
>
> Thanks for sharing this, congratulations Annette.
> Andra
>
> Get Outlook for iOS <https://aka.ms/o0ukef>
> ------------------------------
> *From:* Ohio-Talk <ohio-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> on behalf of Delcenia
> Brown via Ohio-Talk <ohio-talk at nfbnet.org>
> *Sent:* Friday, 26 June 2026 13:29:55
> *To:* NFB of Ohio Announcement List <ohio-talk at nfbnet.org>
> *Cc:* Delcenia Brown <delcenia at prodigy.net>
> *Subject:* Re: [Ohio-Talk] Fwd: Annette Lutz: Ohio Entrepreneur in a
> Landmark Anniversary Year
>
> Congratulations Annette!
> Delcenia
>
>
> ------------------------------
> *From:* Ohio-Talk <ohio-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> on behalf of Shane
> Popplestone via Ohio-Talk <ohio-talk at nfbnet.org>
> *Sent:* Friday, June 26, 2026 1:19 PM
> *To:* NFB of Ohio Announcement List <ohio-talk at nfbnet.org>
> *Cc:* Shane Popplestone <spopplestone.nfb at gmail.com>
> *Subject:* [Ohio-Talk] Fwd: Annette Lutz: Ohio Entrepreneur in a Landmark
> Anniversary Year
>
> I thought this might be of interest to you all.
>
> See below my signature.
>
> Shane Popplestone
> Member, NFB Committee on Federation Web Coordination
> Communications committee, NFB of Ohio
> Legislative committee, NFB of Ohiospopplestone.nfb at gmail.com
> 234-716-2208
> You can live the life you want!
>
>
>
> -------- Forwarded Message --------
> Subject:
> Annette Lutz: Ohio Entrepreneur in a Landmark Anniversary Year
> Date:
> Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:02:27 +0000
> From:
> Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities
> <ood.ohio at public.govdelivery.com> <ood.ohio at public.govdelivery.com>
>
>
>
>
> Plus: Celebrating Ohio’s Leadership in Blind Education for America’s 250th
> Birthday
>
> Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fcontent.govdelivery.com%2Faccounts%2FOHOOD%2Fbulletins%2F41db6bf/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/Q_OanD3RaVAq1nrlgUtNMonC9yxJZPr5jmHj9pXGw9E=452>
> .
> [image: Banner has OOD logo which is shape of Ohio and "Opportunities for
> Ohioans with Disabilities" and text "OODWorks.com"]
> ------------------------------
> Annette Lutz: Ohio Entrepreneur in a Landmark Anniversary Year
> [image: Annette smiling at a rest area. “Blind people can do anything we
> put our minds to as long as we have the opportunity and accessibility to do
> so.”]
>
> *Annette Lutz at the new I-70 rest area in Madison County.*
>
> Nearly 30 years ago, Annette Lutz entered the Business Enterprise (BE)
> Program as a single mother on public assistance seeking stability and a
> better future for her daughter. She began as a cashier, enrolled in BE
> training, became a licensed operator, and built a long, successful career
> as an entrepreneur who is blind. Annette often says the program “changed
> her life,” giving her independence, confidence, and pride in her work.
>
>
>
> Over the years, Annette has grown into a respected business owner with
> strong technical knowledge, exceptional customer service skills, and a
> statewide and national network of fellow entrepreneurs who are blind. She
> is also a passionate advocate for the program—serving in leadership roles,
> mentoring peers, and helping shape the future for the next generation of BE
> Operators. Annette credits OOD’s partnership for supporting her from the
> very beginning and throughout every stage of her career.
>
>
>
> While Annette is currently operating the revamped Madison County rest
> area, she views this assignment as just a small part of her larger story.
> She continues to use every opportunity to refine her business approach,
> support fellow Operators, and highlight the value and professionalism that
> blind entrepreneurs bring to Ohio’s travel system.
>
>
>
> Annette’s work was recently featured on *The Loop*, a show by the Ohio
> Department of Transportation (ODOT), where she discussed the importance of
> accessible opportunities and the role of BE Operators in serving travelers.
> Her segment begins at 2:09 on ODOT’s YouTube channel
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv=6QJAupii1GE%26list=PL0SPTxSVmT4ivxV3mCKgA-jD16UpBP9X3%26index=2/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/8pbknTnX3jgosABX2CtpbXX2HlC2dhSu85yCuUaXLFM=452>
> .
>
>
> *Watch Now*
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fsi=XDLmRsVoqDD-p8zb%26v=6QJAupii1GE%26feature=youtu.be/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/jnH82gQQ5rks7p4nMOd1pvSWqUYJzfUx7mPmK63sJ3c=452>
>
> This year adds special significance to Annette’s story as the nation
> celebrates the 90th anniversary of the Randolph‑Sheppard Act. Signed into
> law on June 20, 1936, the Act granted priority to entrepreneurs who are
> legally blind to operate vending facilities on federal property—opening
> doors to stable employment and economic independence at a time when
> opportunities were extremely limited. Major expansions in 1954 and 1974
> broadened the scope of the program from simple vending stands to include
> cafeterias, snack bars, and full vending routes, laying the foundation for
> today’s nationwide network of blind‑owned businesses.
>
>
>
> For generations, including Annette’s, the Randolph‑Sheppard Act has
> created meaningful pathways to entrepreneurship, financial security, and
> leadership. Its impact continues to define the Business Enterprise Program
> today—and Annette’s story stands as one of the many powerful examples of
> what is possible when opportunity meets determination.
>
>
>
> To learn more about BE opportunities, please visit the BE Program webpage
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Food.ohio.gov%2Finformation-for-individuals%2Fservices%2Fblind-low-vision-services%2Fbusiness-enterprise/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/zZhPHaVw83J808XwfiULCnIG8iX0t8W9b97aC13XKtY=452>
> .
>
>
> ------------------------------
> DeafBlind Awareness Week
> [image: Black and white photo of Helen Keller. "Optimism is the faith that
> leads to achievement; nothing can be done without hope and confidence."]
>
> June 25 – July 1, 2026 is DeafBlind Awareness Week. We reflect on the
> contributions of Helen Keller, born on June 27, 1880. This trailblazer
> devoted her life to advancing the rights of people who are blind or
> DeafBlind. To learn more about her accomplishments, read an article by
> the Perkins School for the Blind
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.perkins.org%2Fstories%2Fq-a-a-factual-look-at-helen-kellers-accomplishments/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/b_1lYgyxHrLrD-elHxU7v7Iwe0rzADjGJ7n91S9eWQU=452>
> .
>
>
>
> For more information, visit the American Association of the DeafBlind
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/http:%2F%2Fwww.aadb.org%2F/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/CXCPQeCYKYvAVcrUH6PRrlb1wlKE2Ozoo3ykWJvvwrQ=452>,
> Helen Keller National Center for DeafBlind Youths & Adults
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.helenkeller.org%2Fhknc/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/Xmek2j468eEBX-SqLmSUliR6vOa8P4RRa72a7i8t778=452>,
> National Center on Deafblindness
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.nationaldb.org%2F/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/gsr-l9GPyxF-Du3LezcdUCChDy5MabOBfKf9_00wrww=452>,
> and the Ohio Association of the Deaf-Blind Facebook Group
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgroups%2F341930782504997%2F/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/vG215Egsa5FKBEUfvNWnDGNY2DNrWsASlhtbmLPGPKk=452>
> .
>
>
> ------------------------------
> Celebrating Ohio’s Leadership in Blind Education for America’s 250th
> Birthday
> [image: Zach and the Governor standing together in the school library.]
>
> *Zach Groves-Hagedorn, an Ohio State School for the Blind alumnus, and
> Governor DeWine.*
>
> As our nation celebrates its 250th anniversary, Ohio is reflecting on the
> many ways our state has shaped America’s story—including its pioneering
> work in education for students who are blind or have low vision. A new America
> 250‑Ohio blog post
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Famerica250-ohio.org%2F2026%2F01%2Fohios-legacy-of-leadership-in-blind-education%2F/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/RV_WEWEt9DRQol4dL62X-jO65BQ1KZ2Sm2mdpWRWX1c=452> highlights
> this legacy, tracing the history of the Ohio State School for the Blind and
> the innovative leaders who helped expand opportunities for generations of
> students.
>
>
> The article also explores how Ohio’s commitment to accessibility and
> disability inclusion continues today—through modern educational tools,
> expanded learning environments, and statewide partnerships focused on
> ensuring all Ohioans can participate fully in their communities.
>
>
> Read the full post
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Famerica250-ohio.org%2F2026%2F01%2Fohios-legacy-of-leadership-in-blind-education%2F/2/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/HPD0nHK8j99LpXnnIwYrZZ7-3WfYetJuFm3Vji19DTQ=452> by
> Eric Duffy, OOD Accessibility Coordinator.
>
>
> ------------------------------
> Applications Open for Disability-Inclusive Employer Award
> [image: Skyline, Seal of Ohio, and text: Governor's Inclusive Employer
> Award]
> *Watch Now*
> <https://player.cloudinary.com/embed/?public_id=ood.ohio.gov%2FVideos%2FGovernors%20Award%20videos%2FGovernor_s-Inclusive-Employer-Award-Solicitiation_Video_1920x1080_2026_V2&cloud_name=stateofohio&secure_distribution=dam.assets.ohio.gov&private_cdn=true&profile=cld-adaptive-stream&player%5bcolors%5d%5bbase%5d=%23000000&player%5bcolors%5d%5btext%5d=%23FFFFFF&player%5bcolors%5d%5baccent%5d=%23000000&source%5btextTracks%5d%5boptions%5d%5btheme%5d=player-colors&source%5btextTracks%5d%5boptions%5d%5bfontSize%5d=1.5rem&player%5bhideContextMenu%5d=false&player%5bfloatingWhenNotVisible%5d=false&player%5bshowJumpControls%5d=true&player%5bfullscreenToggle%5d=true&player%5bposter%5d=https%3A%2F%2Fres.cloudinary.com%2Fstateofohio%2Fimage%2Fupload%2Food.ohio.gov%2FVideos%2FGovernors%20Award%20videos%2FGovernor_s-Inclusive-Employer-Award_1920x1080_2026.jpg&source%5btextTracks%5d%5bcaptions%5d%5blabel%5d=English&source%5btextTracks%5d%5bcaptions%5d%5blanguage%5d=en&source%5btextTracks%5d%5bcaptions%5d%5burl%5d=https%3A%2F%2Fdam.assets.ohio.gov%2Fraw%2Fupload%2Food.ohio.gov%2FVideos%2FGovernors%2520Award%2520videos%2Fsrt_2026-Governor_s-Inclusive-Employer-Award-Solicitation-DirectorV2.en.US.vtt&source%5btextTracks%5d%5bcaptions%5d%5bdefault%5d=true&player%5bchaptersButton%5d=true>
>
> Moments after taking the oath of office, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed
> Executive Order 2019-03D, establishing Ohio as a Disability Inclusion State
> and a Model Employer of Individuals with Disabilities. To reinforce his
> commitment to Ohioans with disabilities, H.B. 110 included presenting the
> Governor's Inclusive Employer Award each year during October’s National
> Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) to employers who meet the
> criteria for having a workplace inclusive of individuals with disabilities.
> OOD is responsible for determining the criteria for the award and promoting
> participation by Ohio employers. OOD will review applications and make
> recommendations to Governor DeWine for the selection of the Award
> recipient(s).
>
>
>
> Businesses of any size are encouraged to apply for this award. OOD invites
> Ohio employers to complete this to be considered for the award. More
> information and a PDF of the application are available on the employer
> awards webpage
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Food.ohio.gov%2Finformation-for-employers%2Femployer-awards%2Femployer-inclusion-awards/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/fCcGxoLXLm6u6LrLOl2S_tE1VhXkX3PXlHwFMsi9iiU=452>.
> The deadline for submission is 11:45 p.m. on Friday, July 31, 2026. Only
> one application may be submitted for each company. Winners will be
> announced in October 2026.
>
>
>
> Watch a video requesting nominations
> <https://player.cloudinary.com/embed/?public_id=ood.ohio.gov%2FVideos%2FGovernors%20Award%20videos%2FGovernor_s-Inclusive-Employer-Award-Solicitiation_Video_1920x1080_2026_V2&cloud_name=stateofohio&secure_distribution=dam.assets.ohio.gov&private_cdn=true&profile=cld-adaptive-stream&player%5bcolors%5d%5bbase%5d=%23000000&player%5bcolors%5d%5btext%5d=%23FFFFFF&player%5bcolors%5d%5baccent%5d=%23000000&source%5btextTracks%5d%5boptions%5d%5btheme%5d=player-colors&source%5btextTracks%5d%5boptions%5d%5bfontSize%5d=1.5rem&player%5bhideContextMenu%5d=false&player%5bfloatingWhenNotVisible%5d=false&player%5bshowJumpControls%5d=true&player%5bfullscreenToggle%5d=true&player%5bposter%5d=https%3A%2F%2Fres.cloudinary.com%2Fstateofohio%2Fimage%2Fupload%2Food.ohio.gov%2FVideos%2FGovernors%20Award%20videos%2FGovernor_s-Inclusive-Employer-Award_1920x1080_2026.jpg&source%5btextTracks%5d%5bcaptions%5d%5blabel%5d=English&source%5btextTracks%5d%5bcaptions%5d%5blanguage%5d=en&source%5btextTracks%5d%5bcaptions%5d%5burl%5d=https%3A%2F%2Fdam.assets.ohio.gov%2Fraw%2Fupload%2Food.ohio.gov%2FVideos%2FGovernors%2520Award%2520videos%2Fsrt_2026-Governor_s-Inclusive-Employer-Award-Solicitation-DirectorV2.en.US.vtt&source%5btextTracks%5d%5bcaptions%5d%5bdefault%5d=true&player%5bchaptersButton%5d=true> from
> OOD Director Kevin L. Miller.
>
>
> ------------------------------
> All About Accessibility: Rental Assistance
> [image: An apartment unit with an Ohio logo and text: Housing Finance
> Agency. 811 Project Rental Assistance Program.]
>
> The Ohio Housing Finance Agency partners with the Ohio Department of
> Medicaid, the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities, and the Ohio
> Department of Behavioral Health to provide extremely low-income households
> composed of one or more adults with a disability to live in an integrated
> setting with access to rental subsidy and supportive services through the
> Ohio 811 Program. Apartments are available to low-income individuals ages
> 18 to 61 with a disability who are eligible for Medicaid or Medicaid
> waivers. An individual must be connected to a referral agent to be placed
> on the 811 waiting list. The Ohio Department of Medicaid referral agents
> include HOME Choice transition coordinators, Home and Community Based
> Services waiver case managers, MyCare case managers, or Managed Care staff
> with housing or transition responsibilities.
>
>
>
> Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities referral agents include
> county boards of developmental disabilities, and Ohio Department of
> Behavioral Health referral agents include ADAMH boards. Many boards serve
> as referral agents, although participation is voluntary.
>
>
>
> The Ohio Housing Locator (ohiohousinglocator.org) maintains a listing of
> affordable rental housing properties throughout the state. OHFA also
> provides links to HUD eviction guidance and legal resources on the Housing
> Assistance Information page
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fgcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com%2F%3Furl=https%253A%252F%252Fohiohome.org%252Fhousingassistance.aspx%26data=05%257C02%257CKim.Jump%2540ood.ohio.gov%257C07f9b02828f0499069cb08deb1f9a7fa%257C50f8fcc494d84f0784eb36ed57c7c8a2%257C0%257C0%257C639143883149090203%257CUnknown%257CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%253D%253D%257C0%257C%257C%257C%26sdata=%252Bm8Ai2UTnmtc5PXhJefMN8Fdq7WyTvCC4sDWaV%252FKAWU%253D%26reserved=0/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/vlEoWY-Pn8mc8ey44B3VlMVKaVW5g8af2-tfL2CXSe0=452>.
> You may also contact the Metropolitan Housing Authority
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fgcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com%2F%3Furl=https%253A%252F%252Faffordablehousingonline.com%252Fhousing-authorities%252FOhio%26data=05%257C02%257CKim.Jump%2540ood.ohio.gov%257C07f9b02828f0499069cb08deb1f9a7fa%257C50f8fcc494d84f0784eb36ed57c7c8a2%257C0%257C0%257C639143883149112692%257CUnknown%257CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%253D%253D%257C0%257C%257C%257C%26sdata=b2AASt26lNQF4fLv5jn0fDX8vCUb9eGkKbGPyXvgtHI%253D%26reserved=0/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/MJHf2To-yyfPC0gMCLu-PjIC-GunBsDDRJqsIdbK72w=452> for
> your county regarding Section 8 rental assistance or other affordable
> housing programs that may be available.
>
>
>
> At the end of Fiscal Year 2025, 411 units were leased through the program,
> and another 300 units are in the 811 pipeline. If you have questions about
> the 811 Program, please email 811Program at ohiohome.org.
>
>
> ------------------------------
> OOD Works e-Newsletter Returns July 10
> [image: Dad and son wear sunglasses and hold an American flag. Text: Happy
> Independence Day.]
>
> Happy Independence Day! The OOD Works e-Newsletter will return on Friday,
> July 10. Stay tuned!
>
>
> ------------------------------
> In the News
>
> Local Teens Build Job Skills Through Summer Work Program
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.weirtondailytimes.com%2Fnews%2Fcommunity%2F2026%2F06%2Flocal-teens-build-job-skills-through-summer-work-program%2F/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/gFMxZImmRN_US90ZqdyycRhi2bo1CfnS5j6Kcu5DtNY=452>
>
> The Weirton Daily Times, 6-26-26
>
>
>
> Coshocton DD Luncheon Honors Local Partners
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.yourohionews.com%2Fcoshocton%2Fcoshocton-dd-luncheon-honors-local-partners%2F1049604/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/OC2FwJZTPNgEDxJcWCyvi2Zfr7FAGBev0eJwzxg4teg=452>
>
> Your Ohio News, 6-22-26
>
>
>
> Special Olympians Flock to Falcons’ Football Clinic
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.sent-trib.com%2F2026%2F06%2F22%2Fspecial-olympians-flock-to-falcons-football-clinic%2F/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/ppARaP9y0Lw4FELbjFOi3uymGtNzjR_nSFxhcg6LK80=452>
>
> Sentinel-Tribune, 6-22-26
>
>
>
> Toledo Museum of Art Exhibit Showcases Work by 50 Disabled Women Artists
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.13abc.com%2F2026%2F06%2F22%2Ftoledo-museum-art-exhibit-showcases-work-by-50-disabled-women-artists%2F/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/KjgSfLeTyqFp_1jcKjd3roXiaBfoqxSrtDluJ4p67yw=452>
>
> WTVG, 6-21-26
>
>
>
> Special Olympics Games at Ohio State Campus a Summer Tradition for Decades
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.dispatch.com%2Fstory%2Fnews%2Fhistory%2F2026%2F06%2F21%2Fspecial-olympics-ohio-was-created-in-1975-four-years-after-first-games%2F90406019007%2F/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/Ucxi7waic2wd4i0h8t31AmVrcgIB10lLJgHEVJ531pw=452>
>
> Columbus Dispatch, 6-21-26
>
>
>
> Inclusive Playground – with Wheelchair Accessible Trampoline – Being Built
> in Northwood
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fbgindependentmedia.org%2Finclusive-playground-with-wheelchair-accessible-trampoline-being-built-in-northwood%2F/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/NFpPaJkvOUH6IenvV3GUqbB4QZZAC8KunUXHw9-IUP8=452>
>
> BG Independent News, 6-21-26
>
>
>
> Job Skills Training Expands for Ohioans with Developmental Disabilities
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fspectrumnews1.com%2Foh%2Fcolumbus%2Fnews%2F2026%2F06%2F19%2Fjob-skills-training-expands-for-ohioans-with-developmental-disabilities-/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/sojLzBzFpt2dDb-kFZIcYU2CpUMU2RBPY6--kNJoDF4=452>
>
> Spectrum News, 6-20-26
>
>
>
> DeWine Passes “Joshua Alert” Law to Help Find Missing Kids with Autism
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wfmj.com%2Fnews%2Fohio-pennsylvania-news%2Fdewine-passes-joshua-alert-law-to-help-find-missing-kids-with-autism%2Farticle_4d5a416c-c6e9-4561-a255-3425c162e476.html/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/C7pjDDXOUPX07r7T1YrrGyH0nso2rCrtoPOv0-Rpd5c=452>
>
> WFMJ, 6-19-26
>
>
>
> Sensory Bags Now Available at Ohio Star Theater
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fdhgroup.com%2Fnews%2Fsensory-bags-now-available-at-ohio-star-theater%2F/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/PGR4Pc6AUn4ArP3gr0U23GOqSJ40s7Vum7rQoYNZ5MU=452>
>
> Dutchman Hospitality News, 6-4-26
>
>
>
> [image: Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities]
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/http:%2F%2Fwww.ood.ohio.gov%2F/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/UoQSqrmxf5veCRs-yIW7e3pexvQtVnGkeVbkkdZ3JHc=452>
>
> *Follow OhioOOD*
>
> [image: Visit us on Facebook]
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FOhioOOD/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/J8gE90dnA-bEE_xR7o73HAmN47KrBVbbRoQBjBs36RY=452>
>  [image: Instagram]
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fohioood%2F%3Fhl=en/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/CZmExsKe-dE14CZtddj65cGCtUaOG987JCGLgVhr6lg=452>
>  [image: LinkedIn]
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fcompany%2Food/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/ZED-JTwryKLaD3ig789OVV3FxKgmWG0Ce5Am63rPdMo=452>
>  [image: Visit us on X]
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2FOhioOOD%2F/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/_h8012ecnlZmnVEdIsF_0olZAHml81BYd-X6KGD5NgA=452>
>  [image: YouTube]
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fc%2FOhioOOD/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/bycLBe2CWgi1tRsPsktZ65i7HNscRqKVKkiGqA971qk=452>
>  [image: Subscribe]
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fpublic.govdelivery.com%2Faccounts%2FOHOOD%2Fsubscribers%2Fqualify/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/m7G5Md9AjauOgWlXLOs-_873e0NszT30kJLJUiG6KEE=452>
>
> [image: Bookmark and Share]
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fcontent.govdelivery.com%2Faccounts%2FOHOOD%2Fbulletins%2F41db6bf%3Freqfrom=share/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/d179lGX9j4B6P8k--Nu3-GwhKiZrKUj0r-0jMRZvoeQ=452>
>
> Contact Us
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Food.ohio.gov%2Fhelp-center/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/7-VbkzRu-09Ioh1J2XJGct_aFAZZD7ZnP_tcMLhgik8=452>
>
>
> Manage Preferences
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fpublic.govdelivery.com%2Faccounts%2FOHOOD%2Fsubscriber%2Fedit%3Fpreferences=true%23tab1/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/TcBS5E_Z7kQbTP6bwkI7hUT_tD9q2euJYjmFyvyjDe0=452>
>
>
> Request Help
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/subscriberhelp.govdelivery.com/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/8Qmz8Iw5soHFAWv6IOUUc67HwpWyEz4ser1SDXjBLU8=452>
>
>
> Unsubscribe
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fpublic.govdelivery.com%2Faccounts%2FOHOOD%2Fsubscriber%2Fone_click_unsubscribe%3Fverification=5.0c5116207833625b910e15cc281b054b%26destination=shane%2540digitaldragonsinc.com/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/2ttS9W6EmJI6s2tdgbIIzwFuJjTypOtmWJ9QTRX8RFs=452>
>
>
> *Help us support more individuals with disabilities by forwarding this
> email. *
>
> Programs provided by Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) are
> funded, in whole or in part, with federal grants awarded by the U.S.
> Department of Education (DOE) or the U.S. Department of Health and Human
> Services (HHS). For purposes of the Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Program,
> including Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS), OOD received 78.7%
> of its funding through the DOE VR grant. In federal fiscal year (FFY) 2025,
> OOD received $177,897,297 in federal funds. Funds appropriated by the state
> covered 21.3% of the total costs, or $48,147,553. Of these federal funds,
> $26,684,595 is set aside for Pre-ETS.
>
> For purposes of the Works4Me Program, OOD received 100% of its funding
> through the DOE Disability Innovation Fund grant. In FFY 2025, OOD received
> $1,793,225 for this Program.
>
> For purposes of the Supported Employment (SE) Program, the DOE SE grant
> funded 90% of the costs for this Program up to the grant amount and 100% of
> the costs of the regular Supported Employment Program up to the grant
> amount. In FFY 2025, OOD received $446,137 for SE Youth with a Disability,
> and state-appropriated funds paid the remaining 10%, or $49,571 of the
> total costs. In FFY 2025, OOD received $446,137 in regular SE grant funds.
>
> For purposes of the Independent Living Services Older Blind (ILOB)
> Program, the federal grant received from DOE in FFY 2025 paid 90% of the
> total costs incurred under the Program. In FFY 2025, OOD received
> $1,129,124 in federal grant funds. Funds appropriated by the state paid the
> 10% required match, or $125,458 of the total costs incurred under the ILOB
> Program. For purposes of the Independent Living (IL) Program, the federal
> grant received from HHS paid 90% of the total costs incurred in FFY 2025.
> In FFY 2025, OOD received $640,682 in federal grant funds. Funds
> appropriated by the state paid the 10% required match, or $71,187 of the
> total costs incurred under the IL Program.
> ------------------------------
>
> [image: GovDelivery logo]
> <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fsubscriberhelp.granicus.com%2F/1/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/Pf_aWxXAbrU4cfQEGnm4EpNE4Qw1LmkDcX-cjokLkAo=452>
> [image: Web Bug from
> https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CI0/0101019f043d3243-af3a9ece-3d55-47f9-a18f-b73304d71afc-000000/dUiGiG_6DeyuMuF8GNxYkpOogFtCaJwQUt62fAhaaGs=452]
> _______________________________________________
> Ohio-Talk mailing list
> Ohio-Talk at nfbnet.org
> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/ohio-talk_nfbnet.org
> To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for
> Ohio-Talk:
>
> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/options/ohio-talk_nfbnet.org/jstover.nfb%40gmail.com
>
-------------- next part --------------
An HTML attachment was scrubbed...
URL: <http://nfbnet.org/pipermail/ohio-talk_nfbnet.org/attachments/20260626/25a0bc25/attachment.htm>
-------------- next part --------------
A non-text attachment was scrubbed...
Name: Outlook-Web Bug fr.gif
Type: image/gif
Size: 51 bytes
Desc: not available
URL: <http://nfbnet.org/pipermail/ohio-talk_nfbnet.org/attachments/20260626/25a0bc25/attachment.gif>