ONE Lorain County

05/27/2026

Local officials and business leaders invited developers to Lorain Tuesday morning at Ariel Broadway Hotel to highlight investment opportunities downtown and along the waterfront.

05/22/2026

Kaitlin Flanigan, board member for the nonprofit organization Main Street Grafton, presented the proposed Main Street Station project to Council, outlining a downtown revitalization effort centered around the repurposing of the former Rite Aid building on Main Street.

05/20/2026

At ONE Lorain County, we are immensely proud of how Lorain County embodies our community's spirit of collaboration. By working hand-in-hand, we aren't just training students—we are co-authoring the next chapter of workforce development. Together, we ensure our manufacturing, technology, and trades sectors have a direct pipeline of world-class opportunities.

When education and industry collaborate, our whole region wins.

Let's keep building tomorrow, together.

Connect with ONE, Thrive with ALL!
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05/20/2026

From the front office to the shop floor, keeping our manufacturing facilities connected keeps us competitive—but it also opens up new digital risks.

We invite you to join us for the next event in our series, Forge Forward #2: Locking the Shop Door.

This hands-on, in-person session is for manufacturing professionals who want practical, high-impact defense strategies to protect their operations, intellectual property, and team.

What we’ll tackle:

AI on the Shop Floor: The incredible opportunities of AI, and the hidden risks it brings to your network.

The Compliance Evolution: Navigating the shift from ISO 27000 to CMMC, and why it matters for your upcoming supply chain contracts.

Your Action Plan: Simple, powerful ways to protect your business in a digital world without slowing down production.

Get some real talk, fresh insights, and the chance to network with fellow local manufacturing leaders!

When: Thursday, June 23, 8:30 am to 10:00 am
Where: Sugarcreek Restaurant (5196 Detroit Road, Sheffield)

Click the link below to learn more and secure your spot: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/forge-forward-2-series-for-leaders-in-manufacturing-tickets-1988482422454?aff=oddtdtcreator

Proudly presented by Buckeye Community Bank, Lorain County JVS, ONE Lorain County, Manufacturing Works and Ohio SBDC at Lorain County Community College

Connect with ONE, Thrive with ALL!
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05/18/2026

VA Education Benefits Now Available at LCJVS Adult Career Center

LCJVS Adult Career Center is proud to support our veterans as they transition from military service to meaningful civilian careers. The following ACC programs are now approved for VA funding, making career training more accessible and affordable:

🔧 Automotive Service Technician
🚑 CDL
👨‍⚕️ Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
⚙️ CNC Operations & CAD/CAM Programming
🦷 Dental Assisting/Radiography
🚑 Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
💆 Esthetician
💅 Manicurist
🩸 Phlebotomy Technician
🔥 Welding & Fabrication

VA Education Assistance provides funding for non-degree career training, offering financial support during enrollment and a direct pathway to in-demand careers.

➡️ Learn more about VA education benefits: http://www.gibill.va.gov

➡️ Explore all LCJVS ACC programs & register for a Career Night Information Session:
https://acc.loraincountyjvs.com/192989_2

Your next mission starts here. 🎓

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05/18/2026

A major economic transformation is happening right on our waterfront! We are thrilled to share that the City of Lorain has been awarded $999,760 through the State of Ohio’s Brownfield Remediation Program to advance the cleanup and site readiness of the former Lorain Pellet Terminal.

This critical gap funding will support the 20-acre waterfront site by enabling the safe installation of a vital sanitary lift station and supporting expert characterization, segregation, and management of impacted soils.

Why this project is a massive win for Lorain County:

Unlocking Prime Waterfront: Preparing this historic industrial site for a sweeping new chapter.

Massive Mixed-Use Potential: This infrastructure upgrade paves the way for proposed redevelopment plans ranging from $80 million to $180 million.

Job Creation: The upcoming redevelopment is estimated to bring 200 new permanent jobs to the community.

At ONE Lorain County, we know that long-term prosperity requires transforming long-neglected sites into places of vibrant economic possibility. This project is a shining example of how targeted remediation builds a stronger environment, a stronger tax base, and a stronger future for local families.

A huge congratulations to the City of Lorain and the local leaders driving this project forward. The momentum along our historic urban waterfront is just getting started!

Click more to see the full state announcement and project list: https://governor.ohio.gov/media/news-and-media/governor-dewine-announces-61-million-in-brownfield-remediation-grants-to-communities-in-75-counties

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jim Tressel, and Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik today announced $61 million in grants to help communities in 75 counties clean up contaminated properties and prepare them for new life.

05/15/2026

At ONE Lorain County, we were honored to stand alongside the students and adult learners at Lorain County JVS Signing Day last week.

Lorain County is leading the pack on workforce development because we believe our youth aren't just the leaders of tomorrow—they are the innovators of today. By bridging the gap between the classroom and the career, we are creating an environment where the next generation doesn't just find a job; they build a legacy right here at home.

Seeing the joy and ambition on these faces reminds us why we do what we do. The momentum is real, and the future of Lorain County is in very good hands.

Click more for highlights from this inspiring event: https://www.loraincountyjvs.com/signingday

05/13/2026

Join Ethan Karp of MAGNET for the latest manufacturing survey results and networking. Don't miss this industrial deep dive!

05/13/2026

Join us in person to connect, learn, and drive innovation in manufacturing leadership at Forge Forward!

05/13/2026

There is a unique energy in our community right now! At ONE Lorain County, we’re more than just partners—we’re a support system for the next generation.

We are so proud to work alongside our amazing schools and local businesses to create a landscape where our youth don't just find jobs—they build legacies.

How we’re growing together:

Inspiring Students: Connecting K-12 classrooms with local innovators to spark career dreams early.

Bold Collaboration: Linking businesses with schools to create "earn-and-learn" pathways that work for everyone.

Retaining Talent: Showing our brightest minds that a world-class career is waiting for them right here at home.

To the youth of Lorain County: Your ambition has a home here, and your future is being built NOW.

Let’s keep this momentum rolling!

Connect with ONE, Thrive with ALL!
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