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ADS holds grand opening at new Engineering and Technology Center

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Hilliard-based company Advanced Drainage Systems (ADS) officially opened its new 110,000-square-foot Engineering and Technology Center on Tuesday at 4671 Raindrop Way.

ADS has invested $65 million into the center, allowing the company to consolidate its product development and testing operations and manufacturing engineering development into one central location. Two hundred new jobs will be created in the Hilliard community as part of the investment.

The 17-acre site is located west of ADS’ Trueman Boulevard headquarters just across I-270. ADS, the largest plastic recycler in North America, is a leader in storm water and septic wastewater management — creating systems under homes, businesses, agricultural fields, and roadways all over the world.

Also in attendance at the grand opening event were Ohio Lt. Gov. Jon Husted and Ohio Rep. Mike Carey, who both praised the company’s journey from start-up to national leader.

Learn more about ADS and its products at this link.

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New Hilliard Athletic Complex opens to the public

April 11, 2025

The state-of-the-art Hilliard Athletic Complex is now open at 3680 Cosgray Road.

This week, the City hosted a grand opening event for the new outdoor facility on the southern end of the Hilliard Recreation and Wellness Campus.

The celebration featured guest speakers, a demo of our Turf Tank robot field liner, and music from the Bradley High School Pep Band.

The Hilliard Athletic Complex includes two state-of-the-art turf fields, 20 natural grass fields, lighting for after-sunset play, and over three miles of multipurpose paths around the complex. The fields can host soccer, lacrosse, rugby, field hockey, and more.

The Well facility is set to open this fall.

For more information, visit https://recandparks.hilliardohio.gov/, and to reserve field space, please email sports1@hilliardohio.gov.

Hilliard Business 60: Coffee Connections

March 4, 2025

“Fresh Roasted Coffee. All About the People.”

Coffee Connections of Hilliard lives out its motto every day, as a staple in the heart of Downtown Hilliard at 4004 Main St.

Nate and Sharon Grenier started the popular local coffee shop in the fall of 2017, taking an intentional approach to relationships and service to the community. The couple lives out their mission by collaborating with more than 16 local businesses.

Behind the coffee shop and patio area sits an annex building that serves as a free family-friendly space, which includes an interactive kids play area on the second floor. This building is also available for rent.

Coffee Connections recently launched a new website, which includes its new online ordering platform at this link.

City launches new podcast highlighting City Lab initiative

February 26, 2025

Have you heard about Hilliard City Lab, the City’s innovative technology platform?

This growing initiative supports businesses and entrepreneurs with resources and grants to transform ideas into business growth. To better inform residents and the Hilliard business community about this Citywide initiative, we’re launching a new podcast called “Hilliard City Lab Connect,” starting today!

To better inform residents and the Hilliard business community about this growing initiative, we're launching a new podcast called "Hilliard City Lab Connect."

The first episode features City of Hilliard IT Director Duane Powell, who was influential in bringing this concept to Hilliard.

The monthly podcast will dive deeper into the background and mission of Hilliard City Lab, highlighting success stories from its partners and companies, many of which are located at the Hilliard City Lab Tech Incubator on Lyman Drive.

Future episodes of “Hilliard City Lab Connect” will release on the third Wednesday of the month.

Have a question about Hilliard City Lab or want to share your idea? Please email citylab@hilliardohio.gov.

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