Nationwide Children’s Hospital will expand its Close To HomeSM network with a new facility in New Albany that will offer urgent care and specialized pediatric services. The center is expected to open in 2027. The Close To HomeSM center will be built on 25 acres, donated by the Wexner
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Edged EnergyPlans World-Class Facility in New Albany
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Edged Energy is expanding its North American portfolio with a new world-class facility in New Albany. The $246 million project will feature high-density Artificial Intelligence (AI) workloads, advanced waterless cooling, and ultra-efficient energy systems. The 206,000-square-foot facility is expected to be completed in July 2025. “Data centers are key assets
American Regent Announces Multi-Million Dollar Expansion
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American Regent, Inc., a Daiichi Sankyo Group company, plans to strengthen its footprint in New Albany with a new multi-million-dollar expansion. The project will allow the pharmaceutical company to better utilize our region’s logistical advantages to grow and serve more patients. “We are thrilled to see American Regent expanding
New Albany-Based Abercrombie & Fitch Accelerates Pace of Growth
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Abercrombie & Fitch Co. continues its winning streak, posting a second consecutive quarter of record sales growth of 21 percent with record-setting net growth of $1.1 billion. “Our team continued to execute at a very high level in the second quarter, resulting in better than expected sales growth and profitability,”
BizConnect Lunch Lab Promotes Employee Health & Wellbeing
Join the City of New Albany’s Economic Development team to learn about the many opportunities to support your company’s workplace wellness goals at BizConnect Lunch Lab: Workplace Wellness from noon to 1 p.m., September 26 at the Heit Center. The one-hour program, which includes lunch, will feature experts from The
Final Extra-Large Intel “Superbad Arrives in New Albany
The last of four extra-large “superloads” arrived at Intel’s Ohio One campus last month. Weighing more than 900,000 pounds and nearly the length of a football field, each of these massive deliveries, took more than a week to travel from Adams County in southern Ohio to New Albany. The ACU
Learn How to Ride COTA and SmartRide Shuttle to and from Work
With Central Ohio Transit Authority Express Line 45’s route updates to rush hour service and COTA Line 35 running seven days a week, now is a good time to use public transit to commute to and from work. The transit lines are part of SmartRide New Albany, a partnership
CSCC, OU Offer Professional Development Training Programs
The Small Business Development Centers at Columbus State Community College and Ohio University offer a variety of professional development training programs throughout September and beyond. SBDC-CSCC, which serves the Franklin County portion of the New Albany International Business Park, offers online, on-demand sessions on business funding, startup issues, human
State Extends Deadline for Tech Internship
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The state of Ohio’s Third Frontier College Technology Internship Program, which helps companies find young, diverse talent to support their technology needs, has extended its application deadline for companies to September 13. The internship program reimburses companies two-thirds of an intern’s wages up to $7,500. Companies must hire interns
Ohio TechCred Offers Grants for Employee Training
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Employers can apply for Ohio TechCred grants that cover the cost of technology-focused training programs for private employees from September 2 through September 30. TechCred helps employees learn new skills while enabling employers to build a stronger workforce with competencies needed in a tech-infused economy. Training for approved credentials may
Volunteers, Trucks Needed for Trunk or Treat
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New Albany Parks and Recreation invites local businesses, non-profits, organizations, and teams to transform their trunks, tailgates, and tables into Halloween havens for its fourth annual Trunk-or-Treat, from 3 to 6 p.m., Saturday, October 19 at Bevelhymer Park. The fundraiser, which supports Parks and Recreation’s facilities and programs, is
Celebrating One Offers Emotional, Financial Support
New Albany-based nonprofit, Celebrating One, offers programs that provide emotional support and financial resources to enrich the lives of those less fortunate and assist families and individuals in getting ahead. By providing resources, education, guidance, advocacy, and financial aid, the organization builds a strong foundation to help those in
Partner Profile: Support Local Food Pantry During Hunger Action Month
Healthy New Albany Food Pantry is committed to eliminating food insecurity within the New Albany-Plain Local Schools and throughout our community by connecting neighbors in need with food and other critical resources. The food pantry, a 501c3 nonprofit, provides access to food during open pantry hours and for those facing
Plans for Veterans Memorial and Rose Run Forward
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The City is one step closer to creating a new Veterans Memorial to honor those who have served, while expanding Rose Run Park. A donation from The New Albany Company will enable the City to move forward with its plans for the memorial as well as begin development of Rose
QTS Data Centers Celebrate Construction Milestone
On July 10, QTS Data Centers, an innovative leader in the data center industry, celebrated a significant construction milestone in the New Albany International Business Park. A topping out ceremony was held for its first building on Beech Road. The company plans to invest $1.5 billion in this project.
Businesses Join the Movement at Wellness Works
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Looking for ways to improve your employees’ health and wellness? Research demonstrates that prioritizing wellness at work promotes business growth, creativity, innovation, and productivity. Healthy New Albany Wellness Works is offering a program that allows businesses to enroll up to five people at a special group rate of $299 that
Take a Closer Look at Amgen’s New Manufacturing Operation
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In February, Amgen, one of the world’s leading independent biotechnology companies, opened its $365 million biopharmaceutical manufacturing operation in the New Albany International Business Park. The 270,000-square-foot facility with a mix of manufacturing, packaging, and office space features Amgen’s most advanced digital automation and product packaging capabilities. “This site
Survey Underscores Childcare Workforce Needs
Results of a recent childcare survey conducted by Grow Licking County Community Improvement Corp. indicate the need for approximately 3,815 new childcare spots to meet area demand. More than 800 individuals who live, work, or attend school in Licking County participated in the survey. More than 80 percent of respondents
Canine Companions Dogfest Celebrates Human-Canine Bond
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Canine Companions is hosting DogFest North Central, a dog-friendly event from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on September 15 at Canine Companions North Central Training Center, 7480 New Albany Condit Road. The signature event and fundraiser celebrate the extraordinary bond between humans and dogs and the importance of expertly
APEX Offers Small Businesses DOD Contract Training
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The APEX Accelerators program provides the education and training that businesses need to become capable of participating in U.S. Department of Defense and other government contracts. The program is part of a nationwide network created by the department’s Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP) and hosted by the Ohio Department