AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoOhio Economy Watch: Ohio lost 2,400 jobs in May, but the bigger concern is participation—58,000 fewer Ohioans are in the workforce than a year ago—even as unemployment fell to 3.7%. Banking & Consumer Costs: Sen. Bernie Moreno pressed banks on how deposit posting order can trigger overdraft fees, arguing it’s unfair and should be regulated. Local News Impact: A new study says shutting down local newspapers can raise taxes—Ohio’s estimated hit: $12 million a year—because oversight gaps increase borrowing costs and risk. Education Finance: Stow-Munroe Falls hired Eric Soltis as treasurer/CFO starting Aug. 1 under a three-year contract. Workforce Transition: Aim Transportation is urging Schwebel Baking workers to apply for roles across Ohio after the company’s closure. PFAS Fallout: The Trump administration reached a multistate Chemours settlement over “forever chemicals,” with at least $450 million in penalties and cleanup commitments. Tech & Regulation: The OCC’s push on bank preemption is drawing fresh Supreme Court risk as states challenge how far federal authority should go. Community & Growth: Lock 24 in Elkton is reopening as an event center, while East Liverpool added downtown wayfinding signs to boost foot traffic.
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