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Lawmakers Make Changes To Transportation Budget Bill; Preparing Women For Leadership Roles

Ohio House lawmakers have passed a transportation budget bill that scales back the amount for a gas tax increase. House lawmakers have also proposed an increase in funding for public transportation.  The Senate will now have its chance to weigh in on as lawmakers approach an March 31 deadline to pass the bill.   We'll discuss the transportation budget bill and get reaction from stakeholders. We'll discuss the realities of pancreatic cancer and treatment in the wake of television host, Alex Trebek's announcement of his cancer diagnosis.  Plus, Ursuline College and the YWCA Greater Cleveland partner for a new certificate program aimed at mid-career women who aspire to lead at the executive level.

For More Information:

Pancreatic Cancer Network

National Pancreatic Cancer Foundation

Ursuline College web site

YWCA Greater Cleveland Women's Leadership Institute

Karen Kasler, Statehouse News Bureau Chief, Ohio Public Radio/TV  
Keary McCarthy, Fix Our Roads Ohio, Executive Director, Ohio Mayors Alliance   
Frank Whitfield, Chair, MOVE Lorain County, President & CEO, Lorain County Urban League 
Matthew Walsh, MD, Chair, General Surgery, Cleveland Clinic  
Sister Christine De Vinne, Ph.D., President, Ursuline College  
Margaret Mitchell, President & CEO, YWCA Greater Cleveland