Manufacturing & Jobs: Nestlé Purina officially opened a new $550M pet food plant in Batavia (Clermont County), adding 430+ jobs now and targeting 500+ over the next year. Workforce Development: JobsOhio launched a technician-training incentive aimed at filling Ohio’s technician shortage, with employers eligible for funding as workers progress through approved programs. Healthcare Access: MetroHealth opened a 24/7 drive-thru pharmacy on its campus as more Ohio retail pharmacies close, reporting 40%+ of transactions going through the window. Research Security: Ohio State University agreed to pay $2.1M to resolve federal allegations it failed to disclose China ties tied to NASA/NSF grants. Fraud & Compliance: Federal agencies announced a nationwide trucking fraud crackdown, shutting down 110+ driver-training providers tied to English proficiency failures. Local Economic Growth: Paulding County outlined plans for Antwerp Square, a 90-acre mixed-use development with 345 homes and shovel-ready commercial space. Consumer Safety: BBB Scam Tracker data shows Garrettsville and Holgate each logged low single-digit scam reports in July, while fraud losses remain high nationwide. Public Policy: A bill would reclassify horses as companion animals, potentially increasing penalties for abuse. Digital IDs: Ohio Mobile ID expanded to Android via Google Wallet, letting residents present licenses digitally at select venues and TSA checkpoints.