A Northwest Ohio company specializing in welding services and machine maintenance has announced plans to expand operations at its Defiance County facility. Arc Solutions, Hicksville, OH Arc Solutions, a family-operated company, will invest more than $6 million and add 65 new jobs to meet increased customer demand. Earlier today, the Ohio Tax Credit Authority approved a Job Creation Tax Credit for the advanced manufacturing firm. Company President Denny Vetter credited the cur

Luke Moffatt- President of Nemco, and Cassie Moffatt- Marketing Manager at Nemco, accepting the Proclamation commemorating Nemco's 50th anniversary from Defiance Co. Commissioners. The 50th anniversary is called the golden anniversary because the metal is strong, lasting and valuable. The words also accurately describe Nemco Food Equipment. Nemco, located on Meuse Argonne in Hicksville, is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2026. In June, the company honored the milestone wi

Defiance County Economic Development outlines the site’s current status, long-term potential, and commitment to transparency and responsible planning. The conversation is about ensuring Defiance remains competitive for future investment while maintaining responsible development standards and protecting community interests. DEFIANCE, Ohio - The discussion surrounding the Elliott Road site is not about advocating for a specific data center project. While the Community Improveme

I appreciate the passion I have seen from community members who want to protect Defiance’s future, our residents, and our resources. That passion speaks to the pride people have in this community, and it is something I deeply respect. When it comes to data centers or any major development project—I strongly believe the right approach is to build and maintain a framework that protects both our community and our future opportunities. One of the primary reasons Defiance has expe

Statue at Defiance Public Library with quote plaque "The world is hugged by the faithful arms of volunteers." - Terri Guillemets Outside Defiance Public Library sits a statue of a young child smiling upwards while beneath it is a quote from author Terri Guillemets – “The world is hugged by the faithful arms of volunteers.” The warm embrace of volunteers has long enveloped Defiance County. They touch everything around the county, and the residents who volunteer bring more than

Buckeye Trail signage at Defiance Reservoir Park. History, heritage and hiking all await. Among the wonderful reasons to get out and move this summer is the Buckeye Trail, which meanders through Defiance County as it winds its way around the state. “The Buckeye Trail is an incredible asset to the City of Defiance,” said Ryan Mack, Defiance City Administrator and hiker. “It connects our community to one of Ohio’s most treasured outdoor resources while showcasing the natural be

Defiance Public Library There’s a lot more than books at the Defiance Public Library System (DPLS). In the last few years, the library district has added several non-book services including the museum pass program, Library of Things, Lit Kits, notary services, the MakerSpace, craft exchanges and much more. “We’ve absolutely seen an increase in awareness over the past few years, but some community members have yet to discover all we have to offer,” noted Taryn Lawson, communic

You know that feeling when you’re around someone who just makes everything feel a little lighter—supported, cared for, hopeful? That was Darrell Handy, and sadly, he passed away unexpectedly recently. Darrell Handy Darrell was a longtime community leader in Defiance and the surrounding area—someone who made a lasting impact everywhere he served. Throughout his career, he wore many hats: working at Titan Tire in Bryan, serving as Executive Director of the Defiance Area Chamber

March is both Women’s History Month and Women in Manufacturing Month. Several women have helped shape manufacturing in Defiance County to what it is today. Kenyotta Stantz, human resource business partner at Balchem; Ashley Wilhelm, human resource manager at Johns Manville; Melanie Hinkle, human resource manager at Sabre Industries, Lisa Thiel, manager regional human resources at Mayville Engineering Co.; and Jackie Filipovich, controller at B&B Molded Products, have all work

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – March 16, 2026 – CSX Corporation (NASDAQ: CSX) today announced its latest group of high-ranking properties to receive CSX Select Site designation under the industrial development program. Twenty-one sites across 10 states have earned a gold, silver, or bronze rating based on an evaluation of a wide range of site characteristics. CSX worked with more than 30 communities to gather information and identify top candidates for the CSX Select Site program, whic

The Defiance County Economic Development office is pleased to announce that Defiance County, Ohio will be featured on the nationally distributed public television series Viewpoint with Dennis Quaid, debuting in March 2026, and will run throughout the year. Hosted by acclaimed actor Dennis Quaid, the program spotlights communities across the country that demonstrate innovation, resilience, and forward-thinking leadership. The Defiance County segment highlights the county’s str

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Keeping a sense of home and community is something everyone wants for their loved ones as they get older. Legacy Living Defiance, a new retirement and assisted living facility, is working to create such an atmosphere at its location on Latchaw Drive in Defiance. “Our culture is truly different,” stated Iyan Pelfree, leasing director of Legacy Living. He emphasized that individuals with Legacy Living take into account the culture of families and communities while working to cr

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A leading full-service mechanical contracting firm has announced plans for a new facility in Defiance, Ohio, to meet increased demand and significant growth opportunities within the industry. (News Release From RGP) Titan Mechanical has purchased a new facility that will add 30,000 square feet of fabrication space. The company is investing more than $3 million and creating 24 new jobs, allowing it to have a larger footprint in the western corridor of the 17-county region. Ti

If your question isn't listed, please email: Erika@DefianceCountyED.com Where is the Mega Site? First Quality wants to site their next...

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jim Tressel, Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik and JobsOhio President and CEO J.P. Nauseef today announced that First Quality Tissue, a leading manufacturer of hygiene, paper, and packaging products, will build a new ultra-premium towel and tissue production facility in Defiance, marking the largest singular investment and job-creation project in Defiance County history. First Quality Tissue Midwest, LLC will invest

(By Erika Willitzer, Defiance County Economic Development) Recently, a young woman contacted the Defiance County Economic Development...