McConnelsville Ohio, a town of less than 2,000 situated on the east bank of the Muskingum River, is lucky to have Miba Bearings and Miba Sinter as the area’s largest employer, and Miba is equally fortunate to be located in Morgan County, according to Steve Krise, Plant Manager. “Miba has no problem finding good help. […]
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JSW Steel proposes investment of upto US$500 mn to upgrade steel manufacturing unit at Ohio, USA
Ohio & Mumbai – June 22, 2018: JSW Steel, India’s leading steel company, has proposed an investment of upto US$ 500 million in acquiring, enhancing & upgrading Acero Junction Inc, an integrated steel manufacturing unit with a potential capacity of 3 MTPA, located at Ohio USA, in phases. This takes JSW’s overall investment blueprint for the […]
Hocking County in Good Place for Economic Development
LOGAN — Many rural counties across Ohio are losing their workforce to large metropolitan areas like Columbus, but Hocking County may soon be able to reverse that trend. Joy Davis, executive director of the Hocking County Community Improvement Corporation, said Hocking County has made strides toward becoming an attractive option for companies looking to build […]
A Case for Economic Development in Rural Ohio
by Mike Jacoby, CEcD: APEG President and CEO For decades now, economic development victories have been too few and far between in much of rural southern and eastern Ohio. This incredible article from Bloomberg, “Why Do Americans Stay When Their Town Has No Future,” provides a harsh reminder and excellent insight into the economic struggles faced by […]
State of the Region Conference to focus on Rural Wealth Creation in Appalachian Ohio
“Changing the Narrative: Using Rural Wealth Creation to Transform the Region,” is the title of this year’s State of the Region Conference, in it’s seventh year. Taking place between 8:30a and 2p on Tuesday, May 22nd at Ohio University’s Baker Center, the conference will gather regional economic development professionals, public officials and other representatives from […]
Proposed Multi-billion petrochemical plant adds South Korean partner
A giant proposed petrochemical plant is a step closer to reality, as the company developing the Belmont County project has announced a new partner for financing and construction. But the Monday update falls short of confirming that the project is moving forward. And, there is no timetable for a more definitive announcement. PTT Global Chemical […]
New marketing tool hopes to revitalize downtown Steubenville
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ohio — The Jefferson County Port Authority is announcing a new marketing tool to help develop business in downtown Steubenville. River and rail bridge industries that run through Steubenville, but they are some of the most under-utilized assets for businesses downtown. Now, an online map is curating and highlighting those infrastructure assets as well […]
Tammy Eallonardo to lead Chillicothe, Ross County economic development effort
CHILLICOTHE – Following a national search to find someone to spearhead economic development efforts for the city and county, the committee charged with searching found their answer close to home. Tammy Eallonardo, who has served in several local leadership positions, has accepted the position of director of the Greater Chillicothe & Ross County Development organization. […]
Personality Profile: Meet Tiffany Swigert, Executive Director of Coshocton Port Authority
Name: Tiffany Swigert Hometown: Coshocton, Ohio City of residence: Coshocton, Ohio Education: I have a Bachelor’s in Business Administration from Mount Vernon Nazarene University Occupation: Executive Director, Coshocton Port Authority What are the main responsibilities with your job? Our office serves as the economic development resource center for Coshocton County. We connect business, industry, finance, […]
Manufacturing growth depends on availability of infrastructure, says development rep.
CARROLLTON – Carroll County Economic Development Director Tait Carter introduced Ed Looman, project manager for APEG (Appalachia Partnership for Economic Growth) and Mike Jacoby, vice president for APEG, to county commissioners Monday. The two APEG representatives outlined the services they provide, noting APEG partners with Jobs Ohio and can provide tax incentives, training grants and […]
