Business

“The BBB scholarship program has never been more important than in 2020 with so many senior activities canceled due to the pandemic,” Carol Potter, BBB president and CEO, said.

Federal COVID-19 relief for businesses saved more than 64,000 Mahoning Valley jobs, according to data released Monday. One local business owner called it a "godsend."

Among today's business updates: Burgan Friedkin Commercial Group; BRITE Energy Innovators; MCCTC Adult Career Center; and AAA East Central’s Gas Price Report.

"The community aspect of yoga grounds us and helps us realize we are all more alike than we are different,” Yoga Element co-owner Mandy Hinkle said.

Among today's business updates: Summer Sweat Series at Southern Park Mall and Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber.

The U.S. economy added 4.8 million jobs in June as states eased restrictions placed on businesses deemed nonessential.

Secretary Wilbur Ross visited Youngstown to tour America Makes and speak with local leaders in the business community.

Among today's business updates: "Rethinking Manufacturing"; Platt Insurance Group; ABC Fire Extinguisher Co.; and AAA East Central’s Gas Price Report.

Per a 2009 contract, GM promised to maintain the Lordstown Assembly Complex through 2028 and retain 3,700 jobs through 2040 in exchange for $60 million in tax credits. GM closed the plant in 2019. 

ODOT’s Division of Opportunity, Diversity and Inclusion gives out eight awards each year to individuals, companies and organizations who show commitment to the principles of civil rights, diversity and inclusion in the transportation industry.