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Weekly Business Roundup for Friday, August 10, 2007
Podcasts: Friday, August 10, 2007
The past couple weeks have been a wild ride for investors. Concerns about the lending industry have sent jitters through Wall Street. Many investors are wondering if this is just a bump, or if this is a sign of bigger problems to come? ideastream's Eric Wellman posed that question to Scott Roulston, managing partner of Fairport Asset Management.
Our Friend the Atom
The Sound of Ideas: Wednesday, August 8, 2007
While visiting Cleveland this week Senator George Voinovich was touting nuclear energy as a potential solution to some of the region's economic woes. It's not just the cheap endless energy supply that has the Senator stirred up. He is selling the nuclear economy, the potential for more manufacturing jobs. European countries, particularly France, have long embraced nuclear power. Of course, that hasn't been without its problems. Domestically, though, the US hasn't seen a new nuclear plant for decades, which might make you wonder if the times might be changing. Join us Wednesday morning at nine for a conversation about our friend the atom.
Voinovich Sees Nuclear Plants as Productive
Regional News Stories: Wednesday, August 8, 2007
Republican U.S. Senator George Voinovich came to the Cleveland area yesterday to continue his support for building more nuclear power plants. He sees the plants as an environmentally-friendly way to boost electricity production. He also wants Ohio to become a manufacturing leader in the production of nuclear plant parts. ideastream's Dan Bobkoff reports on the senator's visit to one local company.
The Future of Burke Lakefront Airport
The Sound of Ideas: Tuesday, August 7, 2007
Ask a roomful of elected officials what they'd like to do with that airport on the lake, and chances are not a one wants to shut it down...but what would you do with Burke airport? Last week, local officials held a public meeting about the future of Burke, and we're having one of our own. It's not just about the future of regional air service--it's about the future of northeastern Ohio's economy, as well. You're invited to join us with your questions and suggestions. Tuesday morning at nine.
Weekly Business Roundup for Friday, August 3, 2007
Podcasts: Friday, August 3, 2007
Many of the best golfers in the world are in Akron this week, taking part in the Bridgestone Invitational. With Tiger Woods in town we got to thinking about golf, which like other major sports is clearly big business. But there is perhaps no sport in this country more closely linked with business. We asked Scott Roulston, of Fairport Asset Management what golf can do for a company's bottom line. But rather than chat in studio, we headed out to Sleepy Hollow Golf Course on the Brecksville Reservation.
Electric Co-ops May Change
Regional News Stories: Wednesday, August 1, 2007
Nearly 400,000 Ohio households get their power from non-profit rural electric cooperatives. These co-ops enjoy big federal subsidies and burn lots of dirty coal. Now Congress may change that. Eric Niler reports from Capitol Hill.
Making Change: Promoting Regional Cooperation
Regional News Stories: Tuesday, July 31, 2007
The cities of Lakewood and Bedford have agreed to take advantage of a deal offered by Cleveland, aimed at promoting regional cooperation among nearly 60 communities surrounding the central city. If participating suburbs pledge that they won't poach businesses from each other, the Cleveland Water Department will help them repair and maintain their aging water lines. Cleveland Mayor Frank Jackson describes yesterday's agreements with Lakewood and Bedford as "monumental", but with only five such deals inked so far, there doesn't seem to be a rush to sign on. As a part of Making Change, ideastream's David C. Barnett has this report.
Smart Car Shown in Cleveland
Regional News Stories: Monday, July 30, 2007
There's perhaps no car on the road smaller than Daimler Chrysler's smart car. It's short, seats just two, and is a parallel parker's dream. Smart USA showcased the compact car this past weekend in Cleveland. ideastream's Tasha Flournoy has more on the latest European style car to make its way to the U.S.
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