Port Authority News

Clinton County’s Spring Job and Community Resource Fair continues to deliver value for local employers, job seekers, and community partners. But good isn’t the goal. As a founding partner of the Clinton County Workforce Collaborative, the Clinton County Port Authority is listening closely to employer feedback to ensure this annual event...Continue Reading

The Clinton County Port Authority and the Clinton County Regional Planning Commission (CCRPC) are seeking property owners interested in participating in the next rounds of funding through both the Ohio Brownfield Remediation and the Ohio Building Demolition and Site Revitalization Programs. Ohio’s Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Operating Budget, signed into law by Governor Mike...Continue Reading

The Clinton County Workforce Collaborative held its monthly meeting on Thursday, September 18, at the Southern Ohio Educational Service Center, gathering employers, educators, and community partners to discuss new initiatives aimed at building and sustaining a strong workforce for the county.A key highlight of the meeting was the announcement of...Continue Reading

Clinton County’s 2025 Job Fair delivered measurable outcomes for employers and the community. The Job and Community Resource Fair was designed with one purpose: to connect employers and job seekers in a setting that prioritizes hiring outcomes, not foot traffic. And it worked.This year’s Spring Job Fair served as a...Continue Reading

The Clinton County Port Authority, in partnership with the Clinton County Workforce Collaborative, hosted the Spring Job and Community Resource Fair on May 7 at the Clinton County Fairgrounds. The event drew over 200 attendees and provided a practical, employer-driven response to current workforce shortages across multiple sectors.Event Supports In-Demand...Continue Reading

The Clinton County Port Authority is seeking information from developers, investors, and historic preservation consultants regarding the future use and redevelopment of the historic Masonic Building, located at 28 West Main Street in Wilmington. While the goal of this Request for Information (RFI) is to solicit information, capabilities, and redevelopment strategies...Continue Reading

The Wilmington-Clinton County Chamber of Commerce and the Clinton County Port Authority are launching a new three-part workshop series aimed at helping local small business owners and entrepreneurs strengthen their financial position and improve access to funding. The first session, titled “Become Bankable: How to Position Your Business for Funding Success,” will...Continue Reading

For over 16 years, the Wilmington-Clinton County Chamber of Commerce’s “$25 Days of Christmas” campaign has helped to make the holiday season more rewarding for Clinton County businesses and patrons. As part of the campaign, the opportunity to turn every purchase into the potential to win big while supporting local...Continue Reading

Over 500 high school students from six different schools packed the Career Exploration Fair in Clinton County this year, ready to discover the future waiting for them just around the corner. For these 10th to 12th graders, it was a hands-on exploration into real careers that make Clinton County thrive,...Continue Reading

Clinton County's new Workforce Development Director, Conner Wyatt, has a strong passion for relationship-building and community support. Working with the Clinton County Workforce Collaborative, Wyatt is working toward addressing the region's workforce challenges and preparing the next generation for success. His and the Collaborative's dedication to connecting educators and employers,...Continue Reading