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100 Year Old Business
Our community is facing many challenges during these unsettling times. It can be helpful, at times like these, to reflect on organizations that have been part of our community for generations. That have weathered the storms and continue to make a difference. Here’s a snapshot of a few organizations that have called Licking County “home” for 100 years or more. The Buckeye Valley Family YMCA has been a community resource for families for over a century. It continues to be a vital resource today, operating
Workforce and the Skills Gap in Licking County
This month’s column focuses on the much-discussed “skills gap” in the economy today. Both employers and prospective employees are confronting this issue. The Chamber is actively involved in collaborating on this topic, so I turned to several of our Chamber partners, to get expert opinions and responses to a series of questions. The “panelists” – Angela Carnahan of OhioMeansJobs│Licking County, Lauren Massie of C-TEC, Vicki Maple of COTC, and Nate Strum of GROW Licking County – provided wide-ranging insight
A Look at the County's Housing Market
I bet I looked at over 100 houses when my family decided to upgrade from our “starter home” just before the millennium. The biggest obstacle we faced was selling our current home in a timely manner before someone else bid on the homes we liked. Our house sat on the market for almost a year before selling. Because of that, we finally decided the best way to resolve our housing dilemma was to wait until our house finally sold, buy a lot, and build our new home. But that was 20 years ago, and the
Paycheck Protection Program - Small Business Aid
It is an obvious understatement to say these are unprecedented times in Licking County, and across the world. Many businesses, both large and small, have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and Ohio’s Stay at Home orders. The primary concern I hear from many local businesses is that they are facing a cash flow challenge. Businesses deemed “non-essential,” or unable to operate in the manner they were accustomed to are experiencing a significant drop in sales and income. Congress attempted to address the
How the Coronavirus is Affecting Businesses
I wrote an article for the Newark Advocate this month that posed the following questions: “How is the coronavirus pandemic affecting your business and how should we reopen in a responsible manner?” While this is not an easy subject to tackle, it is on the mind of everyone these days. It seems every Licking County business, non-profit, educational institution and individual has been affected. I turned to several Licking County Chamber Board members for input. These individuals – Brandon Hess, of Shai
Indian Mound Mall Promotes Physical and Mental Well-Being During Free Weekly Outdoor Summer Series
Indian Mound Mall Promotes Physical and Mental Well-Being During Free Weekly Outdoor Summer Sweat SeriesTown center will host weekly Boot-Camp & other wellness activities beginning onTuesday, August 4. Heath, Ohio (July 31, 2020) – To promote physical and mental well-being during this uncertain time, Indian Mound Mall will host a weekly Summer Sweat Series. Beginning Tuesday, Aug. 4 from 9:00am-9:45am, Indian Mound Mall will host local personal trainers from Apex Fitness to offer free fitness sessions
SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Businesses and Residents of Ohio Affected by Severe Storms & Flooding
SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Businesses and Residents of OhioAffected by Severe Storms and Flooding WASHINGTON – Ohio businesses and residents affected by severe storms and flooding on May 18 - 19, 2020 can apply for low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration, Administrator Jovita Carranza announced today. Administrator Carranza made the loans available in response to a letter from Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine on July 17, requesting a disaster declaration by the SBA. The
Joslyn Law Firm: Columbus attorney offers tips for finding a good criminal defense lawyer
CONTACT:Joslyn Law Firm 501 S. High St. Columbus, OH 43215 (614) 444-1900 Columbus attorney offers tips for finding a good criminal defense lawyer COLUMBUS, Ohio – There are many things in life you can prepare for. Chances are you already have a good mechanic lined up should your car break down. You may have your insurance provider’s phone number in your contact list in case of emergency. You know which doctor to go to when a member of your family falls ill. What most people don’t have,
Is Buckeye Lake ready for Resurgence?
Is Buckeye Lake ready for Resurgence? Brittany Misner, Vice President Licking County Chamber of Commerce A great question that is on the minds of many…Is Buckeye Lake ready for resurgence? The answer is ABSOLUTELY! The energy and excitement surrounding the Buckeye Lake region seems to be contagious and something that we all want to see continue. This past November the Buckeye Lake Dam project was officially completed moving the entire region into the next stages of growth, business attraction, and
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