Appalachian Ohio received $8.2 million in new grants to build a stronger workforce through the Appalachian Regional Commission’s Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization Initiative.

Announced by Gov. DeWine and Lt. Gov. Husted last week, the funding prepares residents for manufacturing careers by supporting workforce training that meets immediate industry needs. A key focus of the initiative is to promote long-term economic revitalization in Appalachian communities impacted by the coal industry’s decline. 11/1/2024