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CNBC: Ohio works for No. 1 rating

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Why yes, Ohio wants your business, and a global business and financial news outlet is exclaiming the wonders of the Buckeye State’s business-friendly landscape. CNBC announced on its broadcast Thursday that Ohio is America's Top State for Business in 2026.The network cited the state’s business costs, infrastructure, market access, electrical power capacity and inventory of shovel-ready sites in making its decision. Ohio's housing costs also are among the most affordable nationwide, CNBC reported. "When I took office, I promised to 'plant the seeds' of long-term investments that ...

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Birthdays July 13 Alyssa McIntyre, Indianapolis Dave Stromp, Mingo Junction Police Beat Weirton Police Edmund P. Grace, 57, 395 South 11th St., Weirton, grand larceny, July 2, arrested on warrants stemming from an incident at Cleveland Cliffs. Daniel J. Dankovchik, 62, 3645 Pennsylvania Ave., Weirton, domestic battery, July 2, arrested on a warrant from 2018. Richard Peterson, 64, 19851 Naumann Ave., Euclid, Ohio, July 5, DUI first, possession of marijuana, arrested after a traffic stop. Cristhian Michelle Lemasters, no age listed, 2516 Pennsylvania Ave., Weirton, ...

West Virginia declares statewide Cyclospora outbreak as cases climb

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CHARLESTON — West Virginia health officials have declared a statewide outbreak of cyclosporiasis following a significant increase in cases, urging residents to practice safe food handling and seek medical care if symptoms develop. "West Virginia is monitoring a significant increase in cyclosporiasis cases and has declared a statewide outbreak," the Hancock County Health Department said on its website. "As of July 9, 47 cases have been reported across the state since June 17. There is currently no specific produce grower, supplier or food item that has been identified as the source of ...

Deana Carter to headline Marshall County Fair

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MOUNDSVILLE — This year’s Marshall County Fair, slated July 19-25, will include a performance by country music star Deana Carter, known for hit songs like “Strawberry Wine.” Carter is scheduled to perform at 9 p.m. Saturday, July 25, on the main festival stage at the Marshall County ...