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Compared with the third quarter of 2018, oil production increased 29.8 percent and natural gas production increased 11.2 percent.

Business news and announcements from across the Mahoning Valley for the week of Dec. 22.

Participants who successfully complete the workshops are eligible for up to $100 in incentives and stipends.

Business news and announcements from across the Mahoning Valley for the week of Dec. 15-20.

“Expanding Ohio’s partnership with ELITE will provide these Mahoning Valley businesses a significant competitive advantage that will help them succeed locally and globally while creating more jobs in the region,” said J.P. Nauseef, JobsOhio president.

“Ohio is a leader in transportation innovation,” Gov. Mike DeWine said.

The governor explained the importance of bolstering electric vehicle infrastructure by including charging stations at rest stops. 

“As long as you have a license in good standing from another state, you should be able to practice your profession here in Ohio,” Rep. Jena Powell, R-Arcanum, said in a news conference.

The federal domestic spending plan approved by the U.S. House Tuesday also includes $10 million that could be a boost for the region's "electric hub".

CRA status would exempt mall owner Washington Prime Group from having to pay property taxes on the assessed value of new structures at the site for 15 years.