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.
Adena Corporation
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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.
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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.
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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 […]