Only 57% of residents over age 16 in the Mahoning and Shenango valleys are employed. That’s 6% lower than the 63% average of those in the same age group who are employed statewide and nationwide. At the same time, local employers struggle to fill job vacancies in nearly all industries and ...

“It’s not hard you can hit, it’s how hard you can get hit, and keep moving forward. That’s how winning is done.” One of the best lines in the history of movies comes from the beloved boxing legend Rocky Balboa when he’s lecturing his son to get out of his slump. It’s a great ...

The decisions and outcomes at YSU this semester have weighed heavily on the Dana School of Music. We will greatly miss our colleagues who will not be returning full-time next year, and extend our appreciation for all they have done during their time at Dana. Throughout this situation, the ...

As National Travel and Tourism Week unfolds, it’s the perfect time to highlight the unique aspects of the travel industry within Trumbull and Mahoning counties. Our region is not just a destination, but a treasure trove of cultural gems and natural sanctuaries that are unlike any other, ...

Small steps can lead to big progress in mental health. In America today, approximately 1 in 5 Americans is suffering with a mental health issue; and approximately 1 in 25 adults is experiencing a serious mental illness that substantially interferes with one or more major life activities. Left ...

We have reached a defining moment in our economic future. Wednesday’s news that our four lake-to-river counties will make up the seventh and final JobsOhio region is a game changer for our entire region. This monumental decision by Gov. Mike DeWine and JobsOhio President & CEO JP ...