Digital Services Drive Business for Prodigal | February 15, 2019

BOARDMAN, Ohio – The Brand MRI development process of Prodigal Co. proved to be a cornerstone for success in 2018 as the Boardman marketing agency provided digital and branding services and products to new and existing clients. Along with a redesign of its own website, ProdigalCompany.com, Prodigal increased capacity for website development and design work, […]

BOARDMAN, Ohio – The Brand MRI development process of Prodigal Co. proved to be a cornerstone for success in 2018 as the Boardman marketing agency provided digital and branding services and products to new and existing clients. Along with a redesign of its own website, ProdigalCompany.com, Prodigal increased capacity for...

Trumbull Public Library Adds Learning Platforms | February 15, 2019

By Cheryl Bush Public Relations Manager WARREN, Ohio – The Warren-Trumbull County Public Library is seeking new ways to connect to the community through popular materials, digital services and innovative events. Our Bookmobile service celebrated 80 years of service in September. Today, the “library on wheels” makes more than 90 scheduled stops across Trumbull County. […]

By Cheryl Bush Public Relations Manager WARREN, Ohio – The Warren-Trumbull County Public Library is seeking new ways to connect to the community through popular materials, digital services and innovative events. Our Bookmobile service celebrated 80 years of service in September. Today, the “library on wheels” makes more than 90...

Grow Relationships and Revenue with Video Marketing | February 15, 2019

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio -- When it comes to making a personal connection with an audience and engaging potential customers, nothing works quite like video marketing. That was the message during a webinar Thursday sponsored by The Business Journal's Business Strategies Video Network. Jeff Herrmann, chief revenue officer, and Jeremy Lydic, content...

Tickets Available for Eddie George Lecture | February 15, 2019

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Eddie George, a star running back who won the Heisman Trophy at Ohio State University and played nine seasons in the NFL with the Tennessee Titans, presents the Youngstown State University Thomas Colloquium 7 p.m. March 26 at Stambaugh Auditorium in Youngstown. The lecture is free but tickets are required. They are […]

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Eddie George, a star running back who won the Heisman Trophy at Ohio State University and played nine seasons in the NFL with the Tennessee Titans, presents the Youngstown State University Thomas Colloquium 7 p.m. March 26 at Stambaugh Auditorium in Youngstown. The lecture is free but...

BSHM Expands Team and Portfolio | February 15, 2019

By Jay Crafton, vice president YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio For over 57 years, since 1962, BSHM Architects has been providing architectural design services for educational (PK-12 / Collegiate), historic preservation, civic, housing and commercial facilities from their downtown Youngstown office, and since 1999 from their Columbus office. Due to BSHM’s ongoing commitment to provide green schools for […]

By Jay Crafton, vice president YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio For over 57 years, since 1962, BSHM Architects has been providing architectural design services for educational (PK-12 / Collegiate), historic preservation, civic, housing and commercial facilities from their downtown Youngstown office, and since 1999 from their Columbus office. Due to BSHM’s ongoing commitment...

Akron Children’s Seeks Nominations for Advocate Award | February 15, 2019

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley is accepting nominations for the Children’s Advocate Award through March 3. Nominees may be individuals, groups or organizations in Mahoning, Trumbull or Columbiana counties, as well as Lawrence and Mercer counties in Pennsylvania. Nomination forms are available here. Self-nominations are accepted. The selection criteria for the award […]

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley is accepting nominations for the Children’s Advocate Award through March 3. Nominees may be individuals, groups or organizations in Mahoning, Trumbull or Columbiana counties, as well as Lawrence and Mercer counties in Pennsylvania. Nomination forms are available here. Self-nominations are accepted. The...

Manufacturers Anticipate Growth, Despite Skepticism | February 15, 2019

CLEVELAND – Nearly nine out of 10 northeastern Ohio manufacturers expect their revenues to grow in 2019 despite overall lowered expectations for the economy, a survey released Thursday showed. The Ohio Manufacturing Survey was one of two documents presented at the 2019 State of Manufacturing event by the Manufacturing Advocacy and Growth Network – or […]

CLEVELAND – Nearly nine out of 10 northeastern Ohio manufacturers expect their revenues to grow in 2019 despite overall lowered expectations for the economy, a survey released Thursday showed. The Ohio Manufacturing Survey was one of two documents presented at the 2019 State of Manufacturing event by the Manufacturing Advocacy...

Riviera Creek Cultivates First Marijuana Harvest | February 15, 2019

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – The first crop of legally grown medical marijuana in the city was harvested on Thursday, the start of what local cultivators say is a thriving future market for the industry in Ohio. “The industry is being very well supported,” said Brian Kessler, chairman of Riviera Creek LLC, a Level I cultivator here. […]

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – The first crop of legally grown medical marijuana in the city was harvested on Thursday, the start of what local cultivators say is a thriving future market for the industry in Ohio. “The industry is being very well supported,” said Brian Kessler, chairman of Riviera Creek LLC,...

Moody’s Affirms Rating for Warren, Upgrades Credit Outlook | February 15, 2019

WARREN, Ohio – Moody’s Investors Service has affirmed Warren’s bond rating of Baa1 and upgraded the city’s credit outlook to stable from negative. Warren currently has $9.3 million outstanding in general obligation limited tax debt, $4.2 million of which is rated by Moody’s. “The Baa1 issuer rating reflects the city’s challenged economy and tax base, […]

WARREN, Ohio – Moody’s Investors Service has affirmed Warren’s bond rating of Baa1 and upgraded the city’s credit outlook to stable from negative. Warren currently has $9.3 million outstanding in general obligation limited tax debt, $4.2 million of which is rated by Moody’s. “The Baa1 issuer rating reflects the city's...

Lawrence County Chamber to Hold 116th Annual Dinner | February 15, 2019

NEW CASTLE, Pa. – The Lawrence County Regional Chamber of Commerce is eagerly getting ready for its 116th Annual Dinner on March 13 at the Scottish Rite Cathedral. “It’s really special when you think about it. Not a lot of organizations have been around as long as ours,” said Kati Dey, the chamber’s marketing and […]

NEW CASTLE, Pa. – The Lawrence County Regional Chamber of Commerce is eagerly getting ready for its 116th Annual Dinner on March 13 at the Scottish Rite Cathedral. “It’s really special when you think about it. Not a lot of organizations have been around as long as ours,” said Kati...