Village Center DORA, New Albany’s new Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area, officially launched last month at the annual Founder’s Day celebration. Village Center DORA is designed to bring people together to enjoy all that Village Center has to offer while supporting local restaurants, bars and shops. Now, residents and visitors can
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City, Local Businesses Celebrate Econ Dev Week
New Albany Community Development staff hosted an afternoon reception with small business owners and visited several local companies to share coffee and bagels in celebration of Economic Development Week. Staff member visits with employees at Lower, Axium and Canine Companions are all part of the city’s effort to create a
Facebook Expands Investment to $1.5 Billion Here
Citing local support and infrastructure, Meta, the parent company of Facebook, announced plans to expand its New Albany Data Center by two buildings, bringing the company’s total investment in the community to $1.5 billion. The company thanked local and statewide partners, specifically the City of New Albany, for its
VanTrust Continues Robust Expansion in New Albany
VanTrust, is set to break ground on two additional industrial buildings in New Albany, continuing its robust momentum in the New Albany International Business Park. At over 524,000 square feet and situated on a 42-acre site, New Albany 525 will be the largest speculative industrial building in the business
ABERCROMBIE & FITCH FIGHTS POVERTY, RACIAL INJUSTICE
Multinational retailer Abercrombie & Fitch has donated approximately $100,000 to World Vision USA, a Washington, DC-based nonprofit that helps children, families and communities reach their full potential by addressing poverty and injustice. “Abercrombie isn’t a brand where you need to fit in—it’s one where everyone truly belongs. We lead with
Foundation Announces Acclaimed Lecture Series
The New Albany Community Foundation’s New Albany Lecture Series celebrates its 10th anniversary season with a diverse group of experts in fields ranging from civil discourse and social justice to national security and health and wellness. Deepak Chopra, MD, a pioneer in integrative medicine and best-selling author, kicks off the
OSU Wexner Medical Adds Mental Health Services
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center has added mental- and behavioral-health services for patients 15 years of age and older at the Philip Heit Center for Healthy New Albany. Thirteen psychologists, psychiatrists and master’s-level psychotherapists now offer services on the second floor of the Heit Center. The medical
New Albany Launches Food Composting Program
The City of New Albany launched a food composting program this spring giving residents and businesses the opportunity to collect compostable food waste and drop it off at any of the following compost drop-off locations. The designated sites include the Public Service building, 7800 Bevelhymer Road; Village Hall, 99 W.
Biotech Giant, Amgen to Invest $365 Million Here
Amgen, one of the world’s leading independent biotechnology companies, is constructing a $365 million biopharmaceutical manufacturing operation south of State Route 161 and west of Beech Road in The New Albany International Business Park. The first phase of the project includes the construction of a new 270,000-square-foot facility with
Google Triples Its Presence in New Albany
Google, one of the top three global leaders in the information technology industry, announced plans to invest $1 billion to expand its operations at the New Albany International Business Park. The City’s state-of-the-art infrastructure, shovel- and technology-ready sites, streamlined planning process, fast-track permitting and availability of land, as well
Market Forces Drive Speculative Industrial Appeal
New Albany has seen strong, steady demand for space from both existing companies seeking to expand as well as new companies seeking to build their presence here.
The central location, four highway interchanges and ease of working with community development officials led to the announcement of an additional 2.6 million
Amphitheater Expands City’s Cultural Arts Offerings
The Charleen and Charles Hinson Amphitheater opened adjacent to the McCoy Center for the Performing Artsand began hosting national and local artists and performers.
The 800-seat amphitheater is located at 170 W. Granville Street on the north end of Rose Run Park and adjacent to the McCoy Center for
Learn How New Albany Gets Business on New Website
The New Albany Community Development Department has launched a new website to provide the information and resources that existing and prospective businesses need to support and grow their presence in New Albany. The new site includes a data-by-site feature that details size, location, utility capacities, taxes and other information and
MORPC Honors City Manager for Service Excellence
The Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC) recently awarded the William H. Anderson Excellence in Public Service Award to Joe Stefanov, New Albany City Manager. The award recognizes his years of service as a MORPC board member who exemplifies outstanding leadership. During his tenure, Stefanov has held significant leadership roles, including
Volunteer Opportunities Abound for City Employees
A recent study by Deloitte finds that creating a culture that encourages volunteering can boost employee morale and attract the best talent among young workers. Luckily, New Albany companies and their employees will find abundant opportunities to volunteer locally. Healthy New Albany recruits volunteers for programs and events ranging from
Restaurant, Grocery, Auto Service, Hotel to Open
New Albany continues to attract new restaurants, groceries, auto services and hotels to support continued growth. German grocer, ALDI, plans to open a discount supermarket on Johnstown Road. Dunkin’ Donuts and Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen are both planning their newest locations at the intersection of U.S. Route 62 and Walton
It’s Time to Check Out New Albany Parks, Trails
With warmer weather on the horizon, it’s a great time to check out the numerous parks, trails and recreational facilities available throughout New Albany. With six parks as well as Swickard Woods Arboretum and its Nature Preserve, the City offers ample green space for recreation and relaxation. Managed by the
BBW makes Forbes Best Large Employers for 2022
Bath & Body Works was among 12 central Ohio companies listed in Forbes magazine’s ranking of America’s “Best Large Employers for 2022” The list is based upon a nationwide survey of 60,000 Americans working for companies with at least 1,000 employees. Participants rated their willingness to recommend their own employers
Video Underscores Innovate New Albany’s Continued Appeal
Established more than 10 years ago in a partnership between the New Albany Company and the City, Innovate New Albany continues to see strong demand for its coworking environment, TIGER Events and Expert Office Hours as the latest video demonstrates. In fact, the incubator for tech startups and entrepreneurs has