Don Kissick today announced his candidacy for Governor of Ohio and named James Mills as his choice for Lieutenant Governor in the 2026 election, launching a statewide campaign grounded in unity, compassion, and a firm commitment to restoring trust in Ohio’s government.
Ohio Democratic gubernatorial candidate Dr. Amy Acton spoke Monday night at the Allen County Democratic Party’s “Dinner for Democracy.” Acton told the audience that her personal and professional experiences inspired her decision to run for Ohio governor against Republican candidate Vivek Ramaswamy. Also speaking at the event were Democratic candidates for Ohio Secretary of State, Dr. Bryan Hambley and Dr. Allison Russo. Both candidates discussed their motivations for entering the race.
Dave Yost sent a message to his supporters announcing that he is suspending his campaign. Yost was the first to enter the race, but entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy has since launched his own campaign for the seat.
Ohio’s former health department director spoke to local Democrats about her campaign for governor during a visit to Allen County.
Mayor Sharetta Smith endorsing Nan Whaley to be the Democratic candidate for Ohio's Governor. Whaley came to Lima in support of Smith when she was running to lead Lima, and she also spoke during Smith's swearing-in when she became the city's first African American and female mayor. Smith says that she and Whaley come from working-class backgrounds and that her experience as mayor will help her and the state in Columbus.
