Link’s Country Meats Secures $25,000 Grant to Expand in Crestline
Link’s Country Meats was awarded a $25,000 JobsOhio Small Business Grant. The grant will support the expansion of their facility and upgrade electrical systems to meet growing demand.
Birch Tree Bookery Expands to Bucyrus with Support from Crawford Partnership Microloan Program
Birch Tree Bookery, co-owned by Crystal and Justin Bessler, officially opened its second location at 1810 E Mansfield St., Bucyrus, thanks in part to funding from the Small Business Microloan Program...
Forge Fire & Company Awarded $50,000 JobsOhio Small Business Grant to Support Growth in Bucyrus
Forge Fire & Company, a growing manufacturer newly operating in Bucyrus, has been awarded a $50,000 JobsOhio Small Business Grant to support the company’s next phase of expansion.
Crawford Partnership Microloan Supports Launch of Auto Repair Shop
Local entrepreneur Thamer Moqdady, owner of several ventures in Crawford County, is expanding his business portfolio with the upcoming opening of Sanad Auto Repair Shop at 322 N Sandusky Ave., Bucyrus.
Crawford County CEO Program Nears Launch, Seeks Final Investors and Board Members
The Crawford County CEO Program is preparing to launch its first class of high school entrepreneurs in fall 2026, and now is the time for local business and community leaders to get involved. The program is seeking a few final investors and additional board members to join a growing group of community champions.
Crawford Partnership Relaunches Small Business Microloan Program in Collaboration with The Community Foundation for Crawford County
The Crawford Partnership, in partnership with The Community Foundation for Crawford County, is pleased to announce the relaunch of the Small Business Microloan Program. This initiative is designed to support entrepreneurs and small business owners in rural Crawford County who are either starting a new business or expanding by opening an additional location.
WDS Acquires KGS, Inc.
Wurms Diversified Solutions (WDS), a trusted and reliable contract manufacturer of wood, plastic and seamless vinyl upholstery components and sub-assemblies announced today that it has completed an asset based purchase of competitor KGS, Inc.
Creative Plastics International and WDS Announce Completion of Merger
New Washington, Ohio – Wurms Diversified Solutions, a trusted and reliable contract manufacturer of wood, plastic and seamless vinyl upholstery components and sub-assemblies, and Creative Plastics International, a specialized thermoformed and pressure formed component fabricator, announced the successful completion of a merger effective July 1, 2025. Its customers will have access to an expanded set [...]
Executive & Economic Development Director – Full Time Position
The Partnership The purpose of the Crawford Partnership for Education and Economic Development (Partnership) is to listen, learn, and lead efforts to enhance the livelihood of families and businesses in Crawford County. We do this through strategic economic, community, and workforce development, working closely with local governments, business leaders, and state/regional organizations to affect positive [...]
Crawford County Art Center announces new location
Expansion includes gallery, retail, event space, and upgraded classroom BUCYRUS, OHIO – Friday, January 10 – The Crawford County Art Center is pleased to announce the grand opening of its new location at 117 N. Sandusky Avenue in Bucyrus. The recently renovated 2000 square foot space represents an investment of [...]