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Three down, one to go: Burger joint to open at new Dayton food hall
A new burger joint will soon open in one of the region's most anticipated spots. <\p> The Burger Bistro is the third concept to join The Silos food hall and beer garden, according to a post from the establishment's Instagram. The new vendor will serve traditional fare with a unique twist.<\p>
CEO of Dayton nonprofit discusses importance of partnerships
A unique Dayton-area nonprofit and manufacturer is embarking on new endeavors.The Abilities Connection (TAC) is seeking potential future partners to help with potential future projects. The company hopes these future partners and projects can expand their work and allow them the funding to expand their community operations.<\p> Springfield-based TAC Industries produces cargo nets for the military, specifically cargo nets used in planes by the Air Force. The organization also helps prepare people with disabilities or other barriers to work in the manufacturing field. <\p>
Dayton leaders share detailed workforce solutions underway and ahead
The ‘workforce issue’ remains top of mind for business leaders across America and the Miami Valley. <\p> The DBJ launched our Workforce Guide last fall to delve into this complex endeavor. We continued with four workforce reports in the last 12 months, along with our first-ever Workforce Forum, held earlier this year. <\p>
New downtown Dayton coffee shop in works, records indicate
It appears a possible new coffee shop is in the works in downtown Dayton near the Oregon District, according to public records.<\p> The coffee shop would reside at 200 E. Fifth St., where Smokin' Bar-B-Que used to operate, according to city documents. A permit at the Fifth Street address was filed with the city of Dayton recently by Squeeze Me Lemonade LLC.<\p>
Three expansion projects approved in Clark, Warren counties (See who)
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and Lt. Gov. Jon Husted just announced the approval of eight projects that will create 1,700 new jobs and retain 2,200 jobs statewide. Of the eight projects, three expansion efforts in the Dayton region were approved, culminating in nearly 600 new jobs.<\p> During its monthly meeting, the Ohio Tax Credit Authority (TCA) reviewed economic development proposals brought to the board by JobsOhio and its regional partners. Collectively, the projects are expected to result in more than $138 million in new payroll and spur more than $185 million in investments across Ohio. <\p>
Dayton leader wins Congressional award (Get the details)
A Dayton leader has won a Congressional award for his service to the area. Jeff Hoagland, president and CEO of the Dayton Development Coalition (DDC), received the Congressional Award for Community Development at an event on Monday.<\p> DDC and JobsOhio organized the event to celebrate the employment milestone of 38,000 workers employed at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. U.S. Rep. Mike Turner (R-Dayton) presented Hoagland with the award and thanked him for his years of service at DDC.<\p>
President of local hospital discusses Xenia medical center benefits
Kettering Health announced plans last week for a new healthcare facility in Xenia, which will replace Kettering Health Greene Memorial. Daniel Tryon, president of both Greene Memorial and Soin Medical Center, spoke with DBJ to discuss plans for the new facility.<\p> The new facility will mark an estimated $44 million investment by the company. The medical center will feature a full-service emergency room, imaging services and additional programs that will support emergency care. The medical center is expected to take around two years to complete, with a groundbreaking date to be announced soon.<\p>
Dayton Caribbean cuisine eatery to close, says new concept in works
A Yellow Springs restaurant serving island-inspired cuisine and cocktails has announced it will be shuttering its doors this fall. <\p> Calypso Grill and Smokehouse - an eatery focused on serving authentic Latin-Caribbean cuisine - is closing its doors for business later this year, announced the restaurant on its Facebook page.<\p>
Local racing wheels manufacturer gassed about new partnership
A Dayton company with a focus on high performance wheels has a new owner. Forgeline Motorsports, a Dayton-based manufacturer of custom, lightweight forged aluminum street and racing wheels, just announced Lacks Enterprises has acquired a majority stake in the firm.<\p> Brothers David and Steve Schardt, co-founders of Forgeline, will collectively retain minority ownership of the company. The financial terms of the agreement have not been disclosed.<\p>
Apartment renters seeing price relief as landlords sweeten deals
Rental rates on some apartment types slipped in July compared to the same time a year prior, the first time that's occurred since June 2020 — the height of the Covid-19 pandemic.<\p> Median asking rents for studios and one-bedroom apartments fell 0.1%, two-bedroom apartments fell 0.3% and units with three or more bedrooms fell 2.4% between July 2023 and July 2024, according to Redfin Corp. (Nasdaq: RDFN). <\p>
Booming Dayton manufacturer implements strategy to boost workforce
A local robotics company is working with local universities and schools to strengthen the manufacturing workforce<\p> Yaskawa Motoman, a robotics manufacturer located in Miamisburg, partners with local schools and universities to increase workforce development. Like many manufacturers in the area, Yaskawa is facing a shortage of skilled workers. <\p>
Nearly 10 Dayton-area companies make 2024 Inc. 5000 list
Nearly 10 Dayton-area companies made the list of fastest-growing companies on this year's Inc. 5000. <\p> Companies were ranked by percentage of revenue growth over the three-year period from 2020-23. In order to qualify for the list, a company must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2020; must be based in the U.S.; and must be a privately held, for-profit and independent company. Companies also must have earned a minimum of $100,000 in 2020 and a minimum of $2 million in 2023. <\p>
Dayton nonprofit to provide 100-plus homeless youth with job training
A nearly 50-year-old Dayton nonprofit is proposing an initiative that will supply over 100 vulnerable and homeless youth in the region with job training and workforce development. <\p> Daybreak Inc. – Miami Valley’s only youth homeless shelter since 1975 – is set to enter into an agreement with the city of Dayton to administer the Lindy’s Bakery Employment Initiative Program.<\p>
Dayton branch of national defense firm secures $209M contract
A major player in national defense just announced it received of a large contract with the potential to impact the Dayton region. The local branch of HII won the $209 million contract with the U.S. Air Force. The five-year task order calls for help in developing and upkeep of Air Force fighter and bomber weapons systems and subsystems. The HII team will perform research and analysis to support the USAF’s weapons systems development, sustainment and long-term strategy.<\p> HII will work alongside the U.S. Air Force Fighters and Advanced Aircraft and Bomber Directorates’ efforts to provide the USAF, other U.S. military branches and partner nations with fighter and bomber weapons systems that operate across various warfighting scenarios.<\p>
$3M health center opens on regional high school campus
A comprehensive school-based health center (SBHC) on the campus of Springfield High School recently held its grand opening.<\p> The Health Center at Springfield High, opening in time for the 2024-25 school year, will provide a range of services to support the needs of all 7,700 students in the Springfield City School District with the addition of parents and other Springfield community members.<\p>
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