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Cleveland group supports data centers; tax breaks cost $1.5B in 2025

A major business group in Ohio is support of data centers, which have sparked opposition in many locations across the state and a state constitutional petition drive to ban large centers. The Greater Cleveland Partnership, which has 12,000 members and describes itself as “the largest metropolitan chamber of commerce in the nation,” is calling for a “smart growth approach” to data centers. “A smart growth approach attracts investment, addresses energy demand and costs, protects water and the environment, and delivers broader business and community benefits,” the group said. ...

Hunter’s Retrocade brings a blast from the past

FOLLANSBEE – Those who yearn for the early days of commercial video games or those who might want to experience the feeling for the first time have a place to go in the Ohio Valley. Hunter's Retrocade opened its doors recently at 707 Main St. in Follansbee, offering an array of ...

Valley Hospice receives grant to support palliative care

RAYLAND — Valley Hospice has received a grant to support its Caring Connections Palliative Care Program, offering new opportunities to expand care and support for patients and families across the region. While the donor has chosen to remain unnamed, their contribution will have a meaningful impact — helping to provide comfort, dignity and specialized care to patients and families during life's most challenging moments. "We are deeply grateful for this extraordinary gift. This $150,000 donation ensures that our growing community-based palliative care program can continue to meet the ...

McDonald’s launches new specialty drink menu

WEIRTON – McDonald’s restaurants across the country introduced a new line of specialty drinks this week, featuring fruit-flavored refreshers and a selection of crafted sodas. As part of the launch, the McDonald’s located on Three Springs Drive in Weirton hosted a VIP reception ...

Quick takes

JOINS CEDAR ONE: Noelle Koos has joined the real estate team at Cedar One Realty. A 2002 graduate of Indian Creek High School and a resident of Bloomingdale, Koos brings strong local knowledge and a deep connection to the community. After obtaining her real estate license through Hondros ...

Quick takes

-- Huff JOINS STAFF: Amber Huff has joined the staff at Cedar One Realty. She brings a strong background in both property management and legal support to her role. For the past four years, she has worked remotely with a property management company based in Fort Worth, Texas, gaining valuable experience in operations, organization and client service. Huff holds a paralegal degree and has applied her legal knowledge while working with several local law firms, including Cuomo & Cuomo Law Offices. Her combined experience in property management and the legal field allows her to ...