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	May 8, 2008 JAG and VAWA Regional Grant Bidders Conferences Announced Those interested in applying for upcoming Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) or Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) funding are encouraged to attend a regional conference, which will be followed by additional training. Bidder trainings will cover specific information included in the Request for Proposals and is intended to answer any questions related to applications for funding. Early registration is encouraged. The JAG and VAWA solicitations are set to be released May 30.
	May 6, 2008 Ohio Homeland Security Encourages Boaters to be Prepared and Participate in Northern Border Initiative Warm weather brings a multitude of tourists, boaters and fishermen to the Lake Erie region. These watercraft can be one of Ohio's greatest security resources, and the Ohio Department of Public Safety (ODPS) is working to encourage boaters and fishermen to be prepared and aware of their surroundings.
	May 2, 2008 Public Safety Officials Urge Cinco de Mayo Revelers to be Safe Cinco de Mayo has grown into a popular celebration for all cultures throughout the United States. As with most celebrations, alcohol often plays a role in the festivities. This weekend many Ohioans will be attending Cinco de Mayo parties at homes or at liquor permit establishments and the Ohio Department of Public Safety wants to remind everyone to be responsible.
	May 1, 2008 Ohio Department of Public Safety Supports Local Safety Effort The weather is warming up, school will soon be out, and everywhere you look, kids are running, playing and getting rid of winter cabin-fever. May is National Youth Traffic Safety Month and the Ohio Department of Public Safety (ODPS) is joining a national effort to remind motorists to drive with care.
	May 1, 2008 Celebrate National EMS Week May 18-24 Make your EMS Week the best week ever by planning activities early. Order a free 2008 EMS week planning guide for your agency at www.acep.org. Celebrate EMS Week with the Tenth Annual EMS Star of Life Awards Dinner and Ceremony!

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