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The High Stakes of Science Literacy and Education
Has science literacy ever been more important to Ohio than now? Science literacy is critical to a healthy and growing Ohio economy. It’s even a social determinant of health: consider the value o
Good Health Is About More Than Medicine
Good health is about more than good medicine. Even communities with the latest in medical technology may struggle to improve the overall health of their nearby populations. That’s because other factor
The Ohio Governor’s Race - Meet the Democratic Candidates
CMC welcomes the Democratic candidates running for Ohio governor, who will face each other in the Democratic primary on May 3, 2022. The winner will appear on the November 2022 ballot alongside a Repu
Columbus Restaurants - What’s Hot, What’s New, and Who’s Still Thriving?
The pandemic took its toll on Columbus’ favorite activities, and no activity was more impacted than dining out in the city’s restaurants. If there’s one thing Columbus residents love, it’s the vibrant
Changing Demographics Are Creating a New Central Ohio
Once regarded as one of the most statistically average cities in America, Columbus has stepped on the accelerator in the last decade. Almost every year Columbus adds the equivalent in population of a
Ohio’s Prosperity Linked to Workforce
Experts say there’s never been a labor market like the one we’re seeing now. Following a pandemic that upended the working world, Ohio’s current labor market is filled with openings for high-tech jobs
The Russian Invasion of Ukraine
The Russian invasion of Ukraine is reshaping the international world order in real time. It has also created a life-threatening crisis for the Ukrainian people. What are the short-term and long-term i
Central Ohio's Role in Cell and Gene Therapy
This week’s CMC forum looks at the race to develop multi-million-dollar cell and gene therapies in Central Ohio. Central Ohio is rapidly becoming a key player in cell and gene therapy, promising to
Afghans Settling in Ohio
Columbus, Ohio will soon welcome some 350 Afghan refugees, just part of the many thousands coming to the United States following with withdrawal of U.S. forces in 2021. Hear from leaders working to he
America’s Small Business Incubation Rate – and What Ohio Is Doing Right
America’s small business creation rate has been dropping for decades. The country’s entrepreneurial spirit seems alive and well, so what’s discouraging entrepreneurs from starting new small businesses