As part of our ongoing commitment to support our business community during times of transition, we're excited to announce our new weekly Scioto Valley Forward report. We've created this resource to provide our investors and community partners with regular, actionable updates on workforce and economic development initiatives throughout Ross County.

The Ohio State Highway Patrol has scheduled a civilian recruitment effort for Tuesday, September 23, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the  Jackson Commercial Standards facility on 25 McCarty Lane, Jackson, Ohio 45640. 

The Community Action Committee of Pike County’s (CAC) Community Empowerment Program is working to connect individuals with vital support through the Retaining Employment and Talent After Injury/Illness Network (RETAIN). 

Ohio University Chillicothe is partnering with the USW Local 689 to provide training at their campus starting August 19 so that it can easily be accessed by Pixelle workers.  The training provides a advanced manufacturing certificate that is sought after by employers hiring at the PORTS site in Pike County, and by manufacturers across the country.  If residents had to go to a community college for this training, it usually would cost around $2,500.

Check out this resource list of places to look for jobs, as well as find tips and information on how to put your best foot forward when looking for your next opportunity.

GRIT is on a mission to connect 165 adults (ages 18+) in Appalachian Ohio with free, life-changing career coaching.