YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Retaining young people is one of the tenets of the Mahoning Valley’s plan and its three R’s approach. The other prongs are receiving refugees and legal immigrants and returning people who have relocated to other areas. The Valley repopulation plan is being spearheaded by the Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber and Eastgate Regional Council […]

SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP, Ohio – A crossroads in northeastern Beaver Township in Mahoning County couldn’t appear more sublime today. Regal houses and estates dot the neighborhood along Calla Road as it runs eastward across state Route 164 and into nearby Springfield Township, sweeping toward Evans Lake. Just to the south is the entrance to one of […]

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Today, we’re exploring a topic that’s reshaping the landscape of education: artificial intelligence. With us is Denise Dick, special projects manager at The Business Journal and author of a fascinating piece on how AI is not just changing but actually accelerating students’ learning and making educators’ jobs easier.

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Today, we have a very special guest, Deanne Johnson, a senior reporter at The Business Journal. She’s here to discuss her recent article on Ohio’s thriving export business and the resources available for local companies looking to expand globally.

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Today, we’re journeying back to the mid-19th century to explore a little-known story of the Mahoning Valley – more specifically, the story of the Trumbull Phalanx Corporation in Braceville Township.

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Today, we’re uncovering the vibrant tapestry of immigrant communities and the impact of their entrepreneurial spirit on local economies. Denise Dick is the special projects manager at The Business Journal and the author behind the story, which can be found inside Growth Report 2024 – Business & Industry Edition in mailboxes and […]

BRACEVILLE, Ohio – Today we’re diving into a story that involves a seemingly ordinary stretch of road with a curious name. Dan O’Brien, managing editor of The Business Journal, discusses his journey to the Center of the World.

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – In today’s episode, we’re diving into a special story that’s not just about the present but celebrates a decades-long journey. We’re talking about the Western Reserve Transit Authority and its spotlight in the very first issue of The Business Journal back in 1984!

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Today, we’re diving into the heart of the Mahoning Valley’s repopulation efforts. Denise Dick is the special projects manager at The Business Journal and the author behind the insightful story, which is also the cover story from Growth Report 2024 – economic and community development edition in mailboxes now.

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Today we’re diving into a story that hits close to home for our residents, particularly our neighbors in East Palestine. One such neighbor is Deanne Johnson, senior reporter with The Business Journal, who walks us through the progress that has been taking place since the train derailment happened one year ago.