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  • How schools and employers in northeast Ohio are tackling the manufacturing workforce shortage

    December 23, 2019 |

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    Response Location: United States, Chagrin Falls, Ohio

    In Northeast Ohio, manufacturing companies are partnering with local schools to address a workforce shortage by appealing to future workers at a younger age. By participating in a Certified Production Technician program, high school students in the 9th and 10th grade are able to learn technical skills, obtain a certificate, and learn more about career tracks in the manufacturing sector.

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  • How Hilliard is turning controversy into a cultural centerpiece

    November 01, 2019 |

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    Response Location: United States, Hilliard, Ohio

    Involving a community can bring value to public art. Following protracted discussions, the Hilliard Public Arts Commission succeeded in drawing up guidelines with the approval of the city as well as securing a small portion of public works’ funding toward public art. The new Arts Commission partners with other local institutions, like the Hilliard Civic and Cultural Arts Center, making public art projects an active part of city planning.

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  • Public art offers morale boost to cities of all sizes

    October 30, 2019 |

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    Response Location: United States, Mansfield, Ohio

    Cities enhanced by public art improve the quality of life for their residents. Across the midwest—from Bucyrus, Ohio, to Chicago, Illinois—cities are investing in public art and murals as a way to revitalize their communities. With the help of grants, cities can hire artists to make their public spaces more vibrant. Spaces that display public art attract tourism and serve as gathering places for community members.

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  • Let's ponder public art and its potential impact in Mansfield

    October 29, 2019 |

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    Response Location: United States, Mansfield, Ohio

    Public art adds value to communities that have experienced decline in recent decades. In towns like Mansfield and Marietta, Ohio, public art plays a positive role. Murals created by groups like Mansfield Murals Inc., or by other local artists, enhance public buildings and offer a way for residents to connect and express their history. In Marietta, the Marietta Community Foundation funds the city’s Public Arts Committee.

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  • Tragedy fuels Lexington family's fight to prevent suicides in Richland County

    September 16, 2019 |

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    Response Location: United States, Mansfield, Ohio

    In rural counties, it's not always easy to seek mental health treatment. To address this, several different resources have been built over the years in Richmond County, Ohio from call or text hotlines to educational campaigns specifically targeting school-aged children.

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  • Paving, rumble strip installation underway at site of fatal May 5 crash

    June 12, 2019 |

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    Response Location: United States, Shelby, Ohio

    A rural intersection in Shelby, Ohio has received a safety makeover: new paving and rumble strips. The intersection was the site of a fatal car accident in May 2019 and Josh Boggs – a father who lost family members in the accident – took it upon himself to demand action. By contacting the county’s commissioner, engineer, and a state representative, he hopes this will be the first of many intersections receiving added safety measures.

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  • What Mansfield can learn from the brand Marion made, Fargo's frost-themed festival and Ohio's wee bit of Irish attitude

    May 17, 2019 |

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    Response Location: United States, Mansfield, Ohio

    Mansfield, Ohio leaders look to cities across the country for inspiration from successes - and lessons from failures - to help them rebuild their downtown brand. From Austin, Texas, to Fargo, South Dakota, these successful cities offer examples of initiatives that have funded revitalization and economic growth in their own city centers by way of community engagement and trust among leaders.

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  • Kinship Care a lifesaver for grandparents, families in the program

    March 06, 2019 |

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    Response Location: United States, Mansfield, Ohio

    In Ohio, the Richland County Children Services' Kinship Care program is helping care providers support children in their custody, when the parents are unwilling or unable to provide care themselves. The program functions to eliminate barriers to providing care by connecting the "relative or non-related adult who has a long-standing relationship with the child" with financial and emotional resources.

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  • Improved communication can help Richland-area employers retain employees amid labor shortage

    February 28, 2019 |

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    Response Location: United States, Perrysville, Ohio

    By making listening and communication a priority, employers can improve employee retention. In Ohio, Mansfield Plumbing Products designated an employee liaison whose job is to listen to employees and facilitate communication between workers and management. By implementing clear communication channels, employers can better learn how to address their workers' needs.

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  • Seniors' technology has come a long way since 'I've fallen and can't get up'

    February 26, 2019 |

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    Response Location: United States, Mansfield, Ohio

    Assistive technology meant to support senior citizens looking to age in place is getting better at responding to senior needs. Security systems, health monitors, and more advances are helping seniors live independently for longer and saving families money as they consider options to allow family members to age with dignity and care.

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