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SoftBank Plans $500B AI Data Center in Ohio
InnovationMar 21

SoftBank Plans $500B AI Data Center in Ohio

One of the world's largest single-location investments is coming to Ohio. SoftBank Group will build a massive AI data center powered by clean energy, creating one of America's biggest infrastructure projects.

Japan Today2 min read
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SolutionsMar 25

Ohio Solar Project to Create 300 Jobs and $125M for Schools

A new 350-megawatt solar facility in Licking County, Ohio will inject $3 million annually into local communities while creating hundreds of construction jobs. The project puts clean energy infrastructure right where it's needed most—near major data centers and chip manufacturing facilities.

Google: clean energy investment2 min read
Ohio Adds 64 EV Charging Stations With $51M Investment
Planet WinsApr 10

Ohio Adds 64 EV Charging Stations With $51M Investment

Ohio is installing 64 new electric vehicle charging stations across the state, including a Valley location in Hubbard. The $51 million federal investment, matched by $26 million in private funding, continues Ohio's leadership in making clean transportation accessible to everyone.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Ohio Invests $51M in 64 New EV Charging Stations
SolutionsApr 16

Ohio Invests $51M in 64 New EV Charging Stations

Ohio is adding 64 fast-charging stations across the state, making road trips easier for electric vehicle drivers. The $51 million project will bring charging ports to grocery stores, gas stations, and rest stops statewide.

Electrek2 min read
Ohio Solar Farm Runs on Ohio-Made Panels
SolutionsApr 4

Ohio Solar Farm Runs on Ohio-Made Panels

A new 117-megawatt solar farm in Highland County, Ohio just powered up using panels manufactured right in the state. It's proof that American-made clean energy can work at scale while boosting local communities.

Electrek2 min read
Ohio Unemployment Hits 3.9% as All 88 Counties Improve
Global NewsMay 29

Ohio Unemployment Hits 3.9% as All 88 Counties Improve

Every single county in Ohio saw unemployment drop in April, with rates falling as low as 2.0% in some areas. Northwest Ohio led the charge with five counties landing in the state's top ten for job growth.

Google News - Unemployment Drops2 min read
Volunteers Crank Historic Ohio Bridge Back to Life
Acts of KindnessMar 25

Volunteers Crank Historic Ohio Bridge Back to Life

A dozen volunteers in Marietta, Ohio manually cranked open a 100-year-old swing bridge for its first deep inspection in years, moving a beloved landmark closer to connecting the community again. The hands-on effort is part of a $2 million restoration to reopen the Historic Harmar Bridge as a pedestrian walkway.

Google: volunteers help3 min read
Meteor Hunters Rush to Ohio After Rare Fireball
InnovationMar 22

Meteor Hunters Rush to Ohio After Rare Fireball

When a rare meteor exploded over Ohio, treasure hunters from across North America rushed to find fragments worth thousands of dollars. The six-foot meteor left behind 200 to 300 pounds of valuable space rocks scattered across northeast Ohio.

Google News - Science2 min read
India Loans Africa Finance Corp $100M for Infrastructure
SolutionsApr 20

India Loans Africa Finance Corp $100M for Infrastructure

The Africa Finance Corporation just secured $100 million from India's export bank to build critical infrastructure across the continent. This five-year partnership marks a growing bridge between Asia and Africa in funding roads, power plants, and industrial projects that drive economic growth.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
Wooster Neighbors Plow Driveways During Ohio Snowstorm
Community HeroesFeb 1

Wooster Neighbors Plow Driveways During Ohio Snowstorm

Two Good Samaritans plowed driveways for free during a historic Ohio snowstorm, helping strangers dig out from over a foot of snow. Their kindness sparked a reminder that compassion still thrives in local communities.

Google News - Good Samaritan2 min read
Ohio University Ranks Top 25 for AR/VR Programs
InnovationJan 22

Ohio University Ranks Top 25 for AR/VR Programs

Ohio University just cracked the top 25 public schools nationwide for augmented and virtual reality education. Graduates are landing jobs at Microsoft, Disney, and Google thanks to hands-on training that blends creativity with cutting-edge tech.

Google News - School Innovation2 min read
Nigeria Partners with IFC to Fund Infrastructure Projects
InnovationFeb 5

Nigeria Partners with IFC to Fund Infrastructure Projects

Nigeria just signed a major deal with the International Finance Corporation to prepare investment-ready infrastructure projects that will attract private capital. The partnership aims to close Nigeria's infrastructure gap across energy, healthcare, rail, water, and digital sectors.

Vanguard Nigeria2 min read
Ohio Gives $8M to 190 Volunteer Fire Departments
SolutionsFeb 26

Ohio Gives $8M to 190 Volunteer Fire Departments

Nearly 200 small volunteer fire departments across Ohio are getting critical funding for equipment and training. The first-of-its-kind grant recognizes the backbone of emergency response in rural communities.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Ohio Pays $875M After Shortchanging Nursing Home Care
SolutionsJun 11

Ohio Pays $875M After Shortchanging Nursing Home Care

Ohio lawmakers approved $875 million to pay back nursing homes after the state Supreme Court found officials used the wrong formula to calculate Medicaid payments. The correction ends a dispute that shortchanged facilities caring for the state's most vulnerable elderly residents by hundreds of millions of dollars.

Fox News Latest Headlines (all sections)3 min read
OSU Students Connect With 132 Holocaust Survivors in Ohio
Acts of KindnessFeb 16

OSU Students Connect With 132 Holocaust Survivors in Ohio

Ohio State University students who visited concentration camps in Poland returned home to share lunch and stories with 132 Holocaust survivors living in Central Ohio. The February gathering bridged generations, ensuring precious firsthand accounts aren't lost to time.

Google: survivor story3 min read
Sharonville Convention Center Boosts Ohio City by $25M
SolutionsFeb 24

Sharonville Convention Center Boosts Ohio City by $25M

A small Ohio city is punching way above its weight after its convention center expansion brought $25 million in annual economic impact and over 1,000 new jobs in 2025. Sharonville, population 14,000, now employs 35,000 people within its borders.

Google News - Economic Growth2 min read
Ohio Inmates Rehabilitate 100s of Injured Animals Each Year
Community HeroesFeb 28

Ohio Inmates Rehabilitate 100s of Injured Animals Each Year

Inside five Ohio prisons, incarcerated volunteers are nursing orphaned opossums, injured squirrels, and vulnerable wildlife back to health. The program is giving both animals and humans a second chance.

Good Good Good2 min read
Ohio Firefighters Save Horse From Frozen Pool
Community HeroesFeb 11

Ohio Firefighters Save Horse From Frozen Pool

When a horse fell through the ice covering a backyard pool in Ohio, firefighters worked together to pull off a tricky rescue. The grateful animal walked away safely with its owner.

Google News - Firefighter Rescues2 min read
Nigerian Startups Shift from Apps to Infrastructure
InnovationJun 1

Nigerian Startups Shift from Apps to Infrastructure

Nigeria's tech scene is evolving beyond consumer apps. A new Bloomberg ranking highlights startups tackling deep infrastructure challenges in healthcare, energy, and logistics.

Google News - Nigeria Tech Startup2 min read
5 Ohio Schools Named Science of Reading Champions
SolutionsMay 5

5 Ohio Schools Named Science of Reading Champions

Five elementary schools in Kettering, Ohio earned a coveted state honor for transforming how they teach kids to read. Governor Mike DeWine visited classrooms to see the proven methods in action.

Google News - Literacy Program Success2 min read

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