Defiance County Economic Development has been on a mission the last two years to raise enough funds to put up Four Mega American Flags,...

Blog post by: Regional Growth Partnership Northwest Ohio Renovations have begun at an iconic downtown Defiance building, setting the stage for what many believe will spur further development in the Northwest Ohio community. Located at the corner of Clinton and Second streets, the three-story building is situated at the busiest intersection in Defiance. Planning for the renovated historic structure is slated to be a mixed-use development, including a restaurant, office space a

Defiance, OH - The towering "Four Flags of Freedom" veteran monument in Defiance, Ohio is a striking new landmark that was dedicated in a...

Have a yearning for a refreshing Arps Dairy product or something more? There’s a perfect place in Defiance. Arps Dairy Gift Shoppe has...

By Erika Willitzer with Defiance County Economic Development – Column sponsored by OhioMeansJobs of Defiance County. The landscape of...

Hicksville, OH — Vancrest Health Care Centers has officially opened its newest senior living facility in Hicksville, Ohio, marking a major milestone in healthcare and community development for Defiance County. The brand-new 64,000-square-foot facility, located at 601 Defiance Avenue , replaces the former Hickory Creek nursing home and offers a full continuum of care—including skilled nursing, assisted living, a specialized ventilator unit, and short-term rehabilitation servic

One of the largest food service companies on the planet is expanding in Hicksville. Here's the official announcement: "Hicksville, Ohio – April 2, 2024 Nemco Food Equipment Announces 40,000 Square Foot Expansion to Hicksville Manufacturing Facility Nemco, a leading innovator in food preparation and warming equipment for the foodservice industry, is excited to announce a significant expansion of its manufacturing facility located in Hicksville, Ohio. The expansion, encompassin

Discovering the Heart and Soul of Defiance, Ohio – We’re More Than Just a Top 10 Micropolitan By Erika Willitzer – Executive Director of...

Defiance is one of an incredible group of northwest Ohio communities chosen as some of the best small towns in America for business development! Read more... (Article courtesy of The Regional Growth Partnership) Northwest Ohio made a dramatic statement with its showing in the annual Site Selection Governor’s Cup awards. Seven communities within the 17-county Northwest Ohio footprint were ranked among the best nationally based on number of business development projects. Lima r

(By Executive Director - Erika Willitzer) Age is just a number! This age-old saying holds true for the young minds of today. Often,...

(Story courtesy of The Regional Growth Partnership and JobsOhio) A leading third-party logistics provider in Northwest Ohio has announced plans for a new headquarters in Defiance to support expected growth in the coming years. Keller Logistic Group will invest $5 million and create 194 new jobs as part of the project. The company will take over an existing 31,000 square foot facility, invest in renovations and upgrades, while consolidating office personnel from three location

Defiance County is like a blank canvas for artists with hundreds of stories waiting to be told. Some of those stories are being told with...

Lessons Learned from One Encounter with Rev. Jesse Jackson (By Erika Willitzer – Executive Director of Defiance County Economic...

HICKSVILLE, OH — APT Manufacturing Solutions has announced a major expansion of its headquarters in Hicksville, Ohio, marking a significant milestone in the company’s continued growth and commitment to reshoring American manufacturing. Expansion Highlights 15,000-square-foot addition  to its existing facility Fourth expansion in five years , driven by rising demand for automation and robotics Construction led by Spyker Contracting , another Defiance County-based business Expa

(Defiance, Ohio) – Golf Outings put the FUN in Fundraiser. Golf Outings are an event that organizations put on in hopes of raising money...

Staying ahead of the workforce game is exhausting! At Defiance County Economic Development, we work with businesses everyday. Here are...

Brown’s Office Helped Organize Camps where Ohio Students Learn about Manufacturing DEFIANCE, OH – TODAY marks the first day of a...

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(LAKEWOOD, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today announced that more than 900 additional schools will receive state funding support for...