Jackson County

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Jackson County is a rural county with a population of about 32,000 people. The county seat is Jackson. The county's economy is mainly based on manufacturing, health care, education and retail. Some of the largest employers in the county are:

• General Mills: This company operates a large food production plant in Wellston, Ohio that makes frozen pizza and snacks. The plant employs about 1,000 workers and is one of the largest employers in the county.
• Holzer Health System: This is a regional health care provider that operates a hospital and several clinics in Jackson County. The system employs about 800 workers and provides various medical services to the residents of the county.
• Jackson City School District: This is the largest public school district in the county, serving about 2,500 students in four schools. The district employs about 300 workers, including teachers, administrators and support staff.
• Walmart: This is a multinational retail corporation that operates a supercenter store in Jackson, Ohio. The store employs about 250 workers and offers a variety of goods and services to the customers.
• Bellisio Foods: This is a food processing company that operates a plant in Jackson, Ohio that makes frozen meals and entrees. The plant employs about 200 workers and is one of the leading producers of frozen foods in the country.