March 2010

 

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Cleveland Plus® invites you to read the recent good news of the region, attend an exciting event in Northeast Ohio and pass along the many plusses to your friends, colleagues and family members.
 
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Ohio Third Frontier supporters hit the grassroots campaign trail
Supporters of the Ohio Third Frontier kicked off a campaign to encourage voters to renew the state’s largest economic development program by voting “Yes” on Issue 1 in the May primary election. Third Frontier is the $1.35 billion, 10-year effort to rekindle Ohio’s economy by investing in technology research, development, commercialization and entrepreneurship in five industry clusters.
 
Did you know? The Third Frontier program, which had a $6.6 billion economic impact, created 41,300 jobs and returned $10 for every $1 invested by the state in its first seven years, will run dry by mid-2012 without renewal.
 
Happy in CLE+
Recent rankings of Cleveland, Canton, Akron and Youngstown among Forbes.com’s "most miserable cities" has Cleveland Plus residents up in arms. In response, Positively Cleveland is mobilizing Northeast Ohioans to express their passion for the region, with a chance to win one of three huge prize packages showing off the region’s assets. Speak up and learn more at whattheforbes.com. 
 
Plus... Those Cleveland Plus fans with Twitter handles can also tweet about their love of the region by adding the hashtag #HappyinCLE.
 
Plus... Read about Positively Cleveland's recent international recognition.
 
Team NEO announces 2009 results   
Despite the economy, new businesses and new jobs are coming to Northeast Ohio. In 2009, Team NEO, in partnership with the State of Ohio and local economic development partners, recruited 10 new companies, the same number of companies recruited in 2008. These new companies account for 874 new jobs, nearly $25 million in new annual payroll, and an estimated total annual regional payroll benefit of $65 million.
 
Plus... See how much you know about Northeast Ohio, learn a thing or two, and enter to win an iPod shuffle®. Take this brief, FUN quiz today. Good luck!
 
Kent transportation center, to be built with $20 million federal grant, to spur development
The center, to be built in downtown Kent, is considered the linchpin of a proposed $100 million hotel, retail, office and conference center development that would bring hundreds of jobs, millions in public and private development and about $5 million in annual tax revenue.
 
Kennedy Center Conservatory Project hosts CIM for sixth year
Cleveland Institute of Music students will perform for the sixth consecutive year in Washington, D.C. as part of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts Conservatory Project. The performance will be streamed live at 6 p.m., Saturday, March 6 at www.kennedy-center.org.  
 
GM bringing back 1,200 autoworkers at Lordstown plant
General Motors' recently announced a decision to restart a third shift at its Lordstown complex, taking on 1,200 more workers. The Trumbull County plant will start adding a small number of workers for a third shift in July, beginning a slow ramp-up toward full production of the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze in December. The complex is expected to be fully staffed with 4,500 workers by the end of the year.
 
Ford adds 60 jobs at Cleveland-area engine plant
The Ford Motor Co. recently announced that it is investing $155 million and adding 60 jobs at an engine plant in Brook Park to build a fuel-efficient V-6 engine for the 2011 Mustang.
 
Wellington recognized by This Old House magazine
This Old House named Wellington a best old house neighborhood for 2010. Wellington was ranked as one of the best communities in America in a number of categories, including gardening.
 
Plus … read what publications across the country are saying about Cleveland Plus.


Women’s History Month Leadership Panel: March 3
Four accomplished Northeast Ohio women from different fields will discuss the challenges women continue to face to become community leaders during this timely event at the North Olmsted branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library.
 
Grand River Valley Ice Wine Festival: March 6 and 13
Sample Northeast Ohio's many ice wines at this fun festival, which includes Debonné Vineyards, Ferrante Winery and Ristorante, Grand River Cellars Winery and Restaurant, Laurello Vineyards, and St. Joseph Vineyards.
 
Maple Sugar Festival at Hale Farm: March 13, 14, 20 and 21
Explore the ancient process of maple sugaring during this traditional event that began nearly a century ago. Help the staff with sap collection during this fun, family festival that blends history and agriculture with science.
 
30th Annual St. Malachi Run: March 13
Area runners and walkers are invited to kick off St. Patrick’s Day celebrations by participating in this two- or five-mile run/walk through the Flats and Ohio City that benefits St. Malachi outreach services. 
34th Cleveland International Film Festival: March 18-28
The premier film event in Ohio for the past 34 years, the CIFF features a full survey of contemporary international and American Independent filmmaking with more than 150 features and 150 short subjects from more than 80 countries. Dozens of filmmakers attend to introduce screenings and participate in panel discussions. 
 
TiE Ohio 2010 events for entrepreneurs: Select dates in March
The International Entrepreneur (TiE) Ohio, Hudson Library and Historical Society, and Cuyahoga County Public Library System present a series of complimentary, public events for entrepreneurs. Topics focus on immigrant entrepreneurs and global collaboration.
Northeast Ohio Green Building and Design Expo: March 20
The region’s premier green building gathering, the day-long event includes educational sessions from the 2009 USGBC's Greenbuild Conference & Expo, and local speakers and experts in the green building field.
Hudson Library Presents: Frank Koller: March 22
Veteran newsman Frank Koller will discuss the lessons learned from Lincoln Electric (the subject of the best-selling Harvard Business School case study of all time) and his book, Spark: How old-fashioned values drive a twenty-first century corporation: Lessons from Lincoln Electric’s unique guaranteed employment program.
 
Maximize Your Return on Intern: March 25 and 31
This four-hour session hosted by NEOIntern.org leads participants through the process of creating an Internship Program Plan that meets their business needs, is ready to implement and is specifically designed for Northeast Ohio employers. Small business owners and entrepreneurs are encouraged to attend.


 

The City of Canton offers many benefits of big-city living while maintaining its appeal as a medium-sized Northeast Ohio town. In addition to being the birthplace of American professional football and many important historical figures, Canton is also home to a vibrant arts community, charming restaurants and beautiful public parks. Check out these favorites:
 

 
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