MANSFIELD — It didn’t take the Richland County Port Authority long to start making deals. The new governmental entity, formed in June, approved on Wednesday $23 million in revenue bonds that will assist with two local economic development efforts. The property lease-leaseback approvals will allow the two developments — one in Mansfield and one in […]
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Thomas: Rezone of 321 acres may help attract manufacturing jobs in Mansfield
MANSFIELD — Barrett Thomas said Tuesday the rezoning of 321 acres near Mansfield Lahm Regional Airport will help open doors to future high-quality, heavy manufacturing jobs in the city. “This aligns with the city’s goal of creating high-skill, high-wage employment opportunities,” said Thomas, senior director of economic development for Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development. […]
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Adena Corporation opens office in Colorado
Adena Corporation, through harboring strong client relationships, has made their mark in Gunnison, Colorado – opening their new office. A client of Adena’s had moved out West, and while the construction company’s Senior Vice President Josh Darling was vacationing in the Rocky Mountains, the client reached out. “He had moved to fill the position of […]
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Adena Corporation to acquire Palmer’s Contracting Group in strategic expansion
MANSFIELD — Adena Corporation announced it has finalized the acquisition of the Washington, D.C. area Palmer’s Contracting Group (PCG), offering the opportunity to expand its own services and customer base.
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Cedar Point selling limited-edition track slices from infamous Maverick coaster
Own a piece of Cedar Point history with Maverick coaster track slices, available starting October 12.
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Tomorrow’s Talent: Apprenticeships train workers for the future and fill job vacancies now
MANSFIELD — Luke Barnett likes tool and die machining for the same reason he enjoyed jigsaw puzzles as a boy. “I saw that as a challenge. I look at this the same way,” said Barnett, a graduate of Buckeye Central High School and Pioneer Career and Technology Center. “Every little piece has a place where it […]
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Tomorrow’s Talent: Is the next generation prepared for the future?
ASHLAND — Brennen Nalley always loved video games as a youngster. “I think I learned more from video games in terms of critical thinking, problem solving and learning how to read… than I did in school,” Nalley said. So, it made sense he chose to complete a degree in computer science at Ashland University. He […]
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Pioneer students compete in skills showdown at Adena Corp. career day
MANSFIELD — The skilled trades labor force is shrinking nationwide and Mansfield is no exception. That’s why Adena Corporation decided to get creative with its workforce development outreach. Students from Pioneer Career and Technology Center visited the company headquarters recently as part of Adena’s first career day — but it included more than the typical […]
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Madison graduate helps build Top Thrill 2 at Cedar Point with Adena team
SANDUSKY — 2023 Madison graduate Gavriel Baker helped to construct the record-breaking 420-foot-tall Top Thrill 2 coaster at Cedar Point.
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New $1.2 million Richland County Fairgrounds show arena fully funded
MANSFIELD — There will be a new $1.2 million show arena built at the Richland County Fairgrounds by the time the 2024 fair begins in August. County commissioners on Tuesday approved the allocation of up to $200,000 from the county’s capital funds to finish the fundraising needs of the group that’s been working on the […]