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Progressive Processing's New Eaton Facility Signals Preble County's Manufacturing Momentum
Jul 28 2025A once-vacant facility in Eaton, Ohio, is now a $35 million investment and the future home of 50 new jobs. Progressive Processing's 190,000-square-foot operation brings new life to a site that sat idle for a decade. Backed by the JobsOhio Revitalization Program, the project transforms an underused asset into a...

As the world gears up to celebrate National Fried Chicken Day on July 6, Eaton, Ohio-based Henny Penny is serving more than sizzle; it's serving a serious economic impact.Every Day is Fried Chicken Day at Henny PennyWhen your equipment powers the kitchens of KFC, Chick-fil-A, McDonald's, and Zaxby's, it's safe...

Big Win in a Small Village: MedShip's Expansion Signals a Bright Future for Camden and Preble County
Jun 10 2025While many rural communities are fighting to keep their populations from declining, Camden and Preble County, Ohio, are doing something different. They're growing and growing with purpose.Thanks to the rapid success of MedShip, LLC, a locally headquartered healthcare logistics company, growth is no longer just a hope; it's a reality...

LEWISBURG, Ohio (WDTN) — A community known for its farmland is seeing some changes after millions of dollars in economic growth.Both small and large businesses are growing Preble County, creating a demand for housing as people arrive in the area for work. For some villages like Lewisburg, this growth is...

Mars Builds on Long-Term U.S. Investment with the Opening of New $450 million Royal Canin Facility in Ohio
May 15 2025MCLEAN, Va., May 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Mars, Incorporated, a global leader and maker of more than 40 beloved snacking, food and pet brands in the United States, including CESAR®, SHEBA®, M&M'S®, SNICKERS® and Ben's Original™, is announcing the expansion of its U.S. Royal Canin® manufacturing capacity through the opening...

Economic Development Week: Honoring the People Who Power Progress Celebrating the Builders of Tomorrow
May 12 2025You don't always see the meetings, the calls, the late nights. You might not know about the hard work and coordination of a talent attraction campaign or the coordination with developers to increase housing options. But this week shines a light on the champions behind every growing community."Economic development is...

Eaton, Ohio, is growing. With major employers like Henny Penny and Mars expanding and new job opportunities rising, the need for high-quality, move-in-ready housing has never been greater. Enter Georgetown Village, a brand-new community from D.R. Horton that is set to offer the potential for 32 new homes in Preble...