Business Briefs
State investing more than $2.5M to support business expansion
COLUMBUS — The Ohio Department of Development today announced the release of more than $2.5 million through the Regional 166 Direct Loan Program, which promotes economic development, and job creation and retention by providing low-interest loans to businesses with limited access to adequate capital from private funding sources.
Don’t answer your phone! Don’t answer your door!
Two weeks ago we warned consumers about Back-to-School and “Civic Support” phone scams. Now, let’s talk about our doors! Door-to-door scams heat up every Summer.
Don’t answer your phone! Don’t answer your door!
That might be extreme, but it is no surprise to BBB … or the Media … the scammers are out AGAIN this summer, targeting ANYONE WHO HAS A PHONE … or A DOOR! It never goes away, but instances increase in the summer.
Rode Meats celebrating first year in business
DELPHOS — Rode Meats is celebrating its one-year anniversary this week.
Mercy Health earns environmental excellence awards
LIMA — Mercy Health – St. Rita’s Medical Center is once again being recognized for its commitment to developing a sustainable culture that will protect the environment and its communities’ health, now and for future generations.
Lakeview Farms announces rebrand to Novus Foods
CINCINNATI — Lakeview Farms, a trusted name in the food industry, is proud toannounce that it will officially rebrand as Novus Foods effective July 1,… Login to continue reading Login…
Bon Secours Mercy Health Among 2025 Best Employers for Health & Well-being
LIMA — Bon Secours Mercy Health (BSMH) is proud to be named one of 53 employers honored with the Business Group on Health’s Best Employers Award: Excellence in Health & Well-being. This national recognition celebrates organizations that go above and beyond to create innovative, comprehensive programs that support the whole person.
First Financial Bancorp, Westfield announce First Financial’s acquisition of Westfield
First Financial Bancorp (“First Financial”) has agreed to acquire Westfield Bancorp, which has $2.2 billion in assets, the holding company of Westfield Bank, FSB. This expands First Financial’s ability to serve the geographically attractive communities of Northeast Ohio.
The Creamery and Dairy Hut on TourismOhio’s supersized Ice Cream Trail
COLUMBUS – Ohio is churning out something sweet this summer! Whether you’re craving indulgent black raspberry chocolate chip cones, a mangonada bursting with tropical flavors, or a decadent turtle pecan sundae, the 2025 Ohio Ice Cream Trail has you covered. Now in its eighth year, this summertime tradition returns bigger and better—boasting a record 150 mouthwatering stops across the state.