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“Caring for Complex Hearts Close to Home”

Dr. Sunita Mahabir had an experience in medical school that led her to pursue a career in cardiology. She met a patient who had a history of rheumatic valve disease and underwent a successful mitral valve replacement. This patient went on to have a successful pregnancy. “I was deeply moved ...

Thurik, Beaver Local shut down Weir for OVAC title

NEW MANCHESTER — Based on what they saw her do in last week’s semifinal win over Oak Glen, Weir High knew Beaver Local ace Addie Thurik has potential to be a handful when they met Thursday night in the OVAC Class 4A championship game. A handful indeed. The sophomore who entered the ...

Casino Management Courses Gain Traction in Higher Education in Ohio

Ohio's higher education is changing to meet the demands of an expanding gaming industry. Colleges across the state are rolling out casino and hospitality management programs. These are designed to build a pipeline of qualified professionals for an industry that now encompasses brick-and-mortar casinos, resort gaming, and legalized sports wagering. For communities in the Ohio-West Virginia tri-state region, that shift carries real economic implications. The growth reflects a broader national trend of universities aligning academic offerings with regional employment opportunities. ...

How Ohio and West Virginia Businesses Are Adapting to Digital Payment Shifts

Consumer expectations around payment speed and flexibility have shifted dramatically over the past few years. For businesses in the Tri-State area — spanning Steubenville, Weirton, and surrounding communities — that shift is no longer a distant national trend. It's arriving at the point of sale. From convenience chains to small independent retailers, regional operators are weighing new tools and technologies to stay competitive. The pressure isn't just coming from consumers; it's coming from neighboring businesses that have already moved. Which Industries Adopted Digital ...

Going digital is no longer optional for businesses

The pressure to go digital has moved well beyond tech companies and major corporations. For small and mid-sized businesses in Steubenville and across the Ohio Valley, the question is no longer whether to upgrade operations, it's how fast they can afford to do it. Competitors are adopting cloud tools, automated workflows, and data-driven customer management. Standing still is now a choice that carries real consequences. Ohio itself is transforming rapidly. The state has attracted more than $40 billion in data center investments over the past decade, repositioning itself from a ...

“Advanced Women’s Healthcare, Close to Home”

For women in Wheeling and the surrounding areas, access to advanced gynecologic care close to home can make all the difference. WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital combines patient-focused care with state-of-the art surgical technology to treat a range of conditions from endometriosis to stress ...