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Students at Franciscan University win Award of Excellence for filmmaking

STEUBENVILLE — The Broadcast Education Association awarded the Franciscan University of Steubenville’s student filmmaking club, G-6 Productions, an Award of Excellence for their film, “Split Pearls,” in the 2023 BEA’s national 48-Hour Film Contest. “The students did a fantastic job, and I could not be prouder of them,” said David Schaefer, professor of communication arts and faculty adviser to the student film club. “It took excellent talent, organization and determination to create this award-winning film in only 48 hours.” Students Dan Musacchio and Maria Resuta ...

TechGrowth Ohio names Kopelwitz to key position

ATHENS — Jessica Kopelwitz has been named associate director of TechGrowth Ohio, a venture development organization serving entrepreneurs and startup technology companies in Southeast Ohio. “We are very excited about what Jessica brings to our team as a serial entrepreneur and small ...

Toronto business helps shield vehicles and more from the elements

TORONTO — A Toronto business is offering a special coating designed to protect a variety of vehicles and other objects against the elements and other damage. Jamie and Jennifer Cline of Cline’s Powder Coating said they have applied a durable powder-based coating to assorted vehicles and ...

Hospital receives donation from MPLX

CADIZ — WVU Medicine Harrison Community Hospital has received a $2,000 donation from MPLX for the 2023 Annual Fund Drive to purchase ProCuity inpatient beds. “MPLX is pleased to make this grant to Harrison Community Hospital in support of its bed replacement campaign. The hospital plays ...

Sutphin to join team at OhioSE

LOGAN — Amanda Sutphin has been named regional talent coordinator by Ohio Southeast Economic Development. Sutphin is an experienced public service professional who has served the Corporation of Ohio Appalachian Development and Washington County Department of Job and Family Services for 21 ...

Indian Creek schools honored for promoting healthy habits

WINTERSVILLE — The Indian Creek Local School District is once again gaining honors for healthy habits within the district. The district earned its second Ohio Healthy Worksite Award from the Healthy Business Council of Ohio, which is a division of the Ohio Department of Health. HCBO recognizes Ohio employers who demonstrate a commitment to employee wellness through comprehensive worksite health promotion and wellness programs, and applicants are scored on the extent of their wellness programs to facilitate and encourage employee health, enhance productivity and ensure a healthy work ...