Larry Merry: Being ‘real’ is the best approach to economic development

ST. CLAIRSVILLE – Larry Merry said he is compelled to “be real” in every aspect of his life – and that includes advocating for the PTT Global Chemical America ethane cracker plant planned for Dilles Bottom as part of his role with the Belmont County Port Authority. Merry raises his ...

Wheeling Engineer Brian Joseph Strives To Keep Learning

WHEELING -- Touchstone Research Laboratory President and CEO Brian Joseph said he has "never had a job." But after registering over 30 patents, he said he does enjoy inventing, creating jobs and spinning off companies. Joseph came to the understanding he had a non-traditional way of looking ...

Bob Smith: JobsOhio spearheading growth around the state

COLUMBUS – JobsOhio has become a force within the state of Ohio. Since its inception in 2011, the state has risen from 48th in prospects for growth after the Great Recession to 39th in employment rankings, according to U.S. News & World Report. The chairman of the board of directors, ...

Lori Cuervo: Four solar projects earmarked for Ohio

CADIZ – A New Cumberland native is shining some light on the future of the energy industry in Ohio. Project Manager Lori Cuervo said four solar projects are currently being built in Ohio by her company, BQ Energy LLC. One of those – the 100-megawatt Nottingham Solar – is in Harrison ...