Allen Economic Development Group

06/12/2026

Big news for Allen County. 🙌

The Ohio Department of Development has awarded the Port Authority of Allen County a $2 million Roadwork Development Grant to improve McClain and Breese Roads — two key corridors connecting our region's growing business activity along I-75.

The improvements will widen and repave access routes to the new Amazon Distribution Center and support expansion of the Wieland Randall facility — creating 232 new jobs and retaining 660 more right here in Allen County.

This is what infrastructure investment looks like when the state and community work together. Strong roads mean stronger businesses, more jobs, and a region that keeps moving forward.

06/11/2026

The AEDG website just got a major upgrade — a fresh new look and all the latest from our team. Head to the aedg.org.

06/10/2026

Big things are happening on Commerce Parkway!

AEDG was proud to support Murphy Tractor & Equipment Co., Inc. as they broke ground on their new 21,000‑sq‑ft John Deere dealership — a major investment that strengthens Lima’s industrial growth and expands the services available to our region.

The new facility will bring a larger sales floor, an expanded parts warehouse, and a modern service center featuring eight service bays and a 10‑ton overhead crane to enhance safety and efficiency.

A special thank‑you to the local vendors who helped make today’s celebration memorable — Celebrations in Delphos for the amazing balloon decorations and Miss Mel's Bakery for the delicious cookies. Supporting local businesses is what keeps our community thriving.

Momentum is building in Lima, and this is just the beginning.

06/09/2026

Downtown Lima is not the same place it was five years ago — and that is a great thing.

New restaurants. New loft apartments with waiting lists. Renovated storefronts along Market Street. GLR's Park & Amphitheater restoration. The Central District is growing, and the momentum is real.
Community investment is not a single moment — it is a series of decisions made by local leaders, business owners, and residents who believe this region is worth building.

This is what that commitment looks like up close.

06/04/2026

Allen County has grown year after year because the right people, organizations, and investments are coming together at the right time.

From downtown Lima's revitalized restaurants to major regional infrastructure investments — progress is visible and it is accelerating.

AEDG works alongside the City of Lima, Allen County, the Greater Lima Region, the Lima Chamber of Commerce, and a network of state and local partners to create an environment where businesses can grow and people can thrive.

06/01/2026

This region is not just keeping up — it is setting the pace. Allen County has the land, the workforce, the infrastructure, and the community partnerships to compete on a national stage.

Learn more about living and working in Allen County at aedg.org.

05/29/2026

Major data center projects have options when choosing where to locate, and regions like Allen County stand out for a reason. Northwest Ohio offers key advantages that matter for this type of investment, including direct access US-30 and I-75, access to major fiber connectivity, extensive utility infrastructure, available land, and a strong workforce pipeline supported by nearby colleges, universities, and local career centers.

Site selection experts have pointed to these strengths as reasons the region is increasingly competitive for data center development. This kind of opportunity does not happen by accident. It reflects years of investment in the assets, infrastructure, and people that make the region well-positioned for long-term growth.

Full sources linked in our blog: https://www.aedg.org/data-center-updates/what-is-a-data-center-and-why-does-it-matter-for-communities-like-ours/

05/27/2026

Downtown Lima is seeing huge momentum. New restaurants. New loft apartments with waiting lists. Renovated buildings. The Central District is growing. Projects like Metro Center, GLR's Park & Amphitheater restoration, and ongoing renovation along Market Street are changing what it feels like to walk through downtown Lima.

This is what community investment looks like up close. Take a look at what Downtown Lima has to offer!

05/25/2026

On Memorial Day, we honor those who gave their lives in service to this nation.

We are proud of this community's role in defending freedom — on the factory floor and on the front lines. To the fallen: your debt can never be repaid. To the families they left behind: we remember with you.

05/25/2026

AEDG is proud to work alongside the Port Authority of Allen County (PAAC) to drive our community forward.

Thanks to newly secured state funding, PAAC is leading the charge in cleaning up contaminated properties, transforming underutilized sites into prime locations for future redevelopment, new businesses, and job creation.

Thank you, PAAC, for your dedication to building a brighter, stronger future for the Lima region!

The Allen County Port Authority received nearly $1 million in state brownfield funding to continue environmental cleanup and redevelopment preparation efforts at several properties in the Lima area.