BUSINESS NEWS | Ohio ranks high in world trade market

Ohio ranks high in world trade market

MUNCIE, IND.

Ohio ranks 14th among states when it comes to adapting to an evolving world trade market, according to a study from the Center for Business and Economic Research at Ball State University.

The study was based on production of large amounts of machinery, pharmaceutical, chemical, electrical and medical items, goods sought by members of the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development, a 34-member international group founded in 1961 to stimulate economic progress and world trade.

The study, which covered 1999-2009, examined the adaptability of individual state exports in relation to the changing demand of OECD.

House of Pictures celebrates 50 years

SALEM

Chappell’s House of Pictures and Frames, 1368 Eastview Drive, is kicking off its 50th year in business with an open house from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday.

It will feature works by local artists Elizabeth Babb, Rosemarie Cardoso, Richard Fisher, Steve Rouse, Richard Sulea and others.

The artwork may be viewed during the month of June by appointment.

For more information, call Donna Chappell at 330-337-8887.

New full-service nursery opens

BROOKFIELD

Sikora Gardens recently opened its doors at 357 Warner Road.

The full-service nursery has hanging baskets, flowers, plants, shrubs, trees, oriental grasses and fountains.

Operating hours are 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Sunday.

More information can be obtained by calling 330-609-5021.

Company starts mentoring program

YOUNGSTOWN

Simon Roofing recently announced the start of a teaming and mentoring program for local businesses.

The Simon Teaming and Mentoring Program is aimed to form partnerships and build alliances between businesses.

The program helps minority, women- and disadvantaged-owned businesses.

Before acceptance, potential partners will need to apply to prove they are capable of developing long-term business relationships.

Interested businesses should contact Simon Roofing at 800-523-7714.

McAllister’s Ice Cream relocates

STRUTHERS

McAllister’s Ice Cream, formerly at 448 Youngstown-Poland Road, is open at its new location, 1020 Fifth St.

Remaining under the ownership of Bob McAllister, the store is open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. every day.

For information, call 330-755-1959.

Vindicator staff reports

Selected local stocks

STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE

Aqua America, .62, 22.61 .04

Avalon Holdings,2.94—.06

Clear Channel, .63 60.44 —.48

Cortland Bancorp, 7.20—.05

Farmers Nat., .12, 4.89 —.01

First Energy, 2.20, 44.76—.04

FirstMerit Corp., .64,16.77 —.22

First Niles Financial, .32,7.35.00

First Place Fin., 1.5135—.07

FNB Corp., .48,10.47—.20

General Motors,31.18.—. 29

General Electric, .60,19.62—.34

Motors Liquidation, .0422.00

Huntington Bank, .04, 6.37—.20

JP Morgan Chase, 1.00,43.13—.87

Key Corp, .04,8.40—.19

LaFarge, 16.98 —.16

Macy’s, .20, 28.63—.87

Parker Hannifin, 1.48, 86.44—1.36

PNC, 1.40,61.67—1.30

RTI Intl. Metals,36.90—.05

Rural/Metro,17.09 —.03

Simon Prop. Grp.,3.20,114.391.85

Stoneridge 13.72 .07

United Community Fin. 1.33.07

Selected prices at 4 p.m. Friday. Provided by Stifel Nicolaus. Not to be construed as an offer or recommendation to buy or sell any security.