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MON/8-8 Kolkata Beaver Local school board, 7 p.m., in 8th grade. Eastern Palestine Village Council, 7 p.m., municipal building Eagles kitchen open from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Italian sausage with pasta, side salad and bun; $9; 330-886-0397 Eastern Palestine BOE Meeting, Elementary Media Center, 6:00 p.m. Village Council, 7 p.m., Municipal Building …

The STARS at the Wood County Educational Service Center Community Learning Centers have been keeping cool by the pool this summer. This summer, students at six Wood County locations loaded buses and took more than 200 students on field trips like Imagination Station, Sauder Village, Toledo Zoo and Maumee Indoor Theater. When STARS students weren’t …

Denver, CO – A crowd of approximately 30 gathered at the Colorado State Capitol on Saturday, July 30, in solidarity with the residents of Akron, Ohio and the family of Jayland Walker. Attendees included victims of police crimes and their families in the Denver area. Protesters demanded the charging of the eight Akron Police Department …

CLEVELAND, Ohio – The Ohio Department of Health has awarded $6.89 million to 26 community organizations to support projects that improve the health and lives of residents of the Health Improvement Areas of Ohio. Ohio’s Health Improvement Areas are neighborhoods that the ODH has identified as addressing socioeconomic and demographic factors that affect the resilience …

Clark County Sheriff Deborah Burchett speaks at the funeral of deceased Deputy Matthew Yates SPRINGFIELD — The Clark County community says a final farewell to the office of Clark County Sheriff Matthew Yates, now deceased. >>PHOTOS: Procession escorts fallen Clark County deputy to grave site Yates was killed on July 24 after a suspect shot …

FLINT, MI — Dr. Abdelmajid Jondy. The name should tell you something. Jondy, 84, worked for Hurley Medical Center as a general surgeon for 50 years and in March 2022 decided to retire. A serious retreat this time. “He retired once before and we laughed because it only lasted 10 days,” said his daughter, Muna …

June 11, 2022 Passing Mount Airy Secondary School along North South Street, one notices the walls, sidewalks and signage of a typical educational institution – but one probably doesn’t realize that a thriving business lies also within its limits. On a recent morning at the Blue Bear Cafe as the school year drew to a …

CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – The Cleveland community is tired of all the gun violence. Over the past week, a total of 21 people have been shot and seven of them have died. “It’s awful and we have to take over,” said one resident. “We must take back our city.” On Wednesday, a 16-year-old boy was …

CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio – Cuyahoga Falls announced this week that it is joining Power a Clean Future Ohio, a network of cities and local governments working to increase clean energy use and reduce carbon emissions. Cuyahoga Falls City Council unanimously approved a resolution to join the network earlier this month. “By joining PCFO, we will …

Richmond Mutual Bancorporation (NASDAQ:RMBI – Get Rating) and Community West Bancshares (NASDAQ:CWBC – Get Rating) are both small cap finance companies, but which is the better stock? We’ll compare the two companies based on valuation strength, profitability, institutional ownership, earnings, dividends, risk, and analyst recommendations. Analyst Recommendations This is a summary of current ratings and …

A PIECE OF HISTORY – Preserving the history behind the Lincoln Bridge is one possible use for money from Ohio’s Appalachian Community Grants Program. STEUBENVILLE – Ask Aaron Dodds what he thinks of Ohio’s new Appalachian Community Grant program, and he’ll tell you it’s a unique opportunity, the kind of program …

Farming has never been easy, but with supply chain issues, inflation and now extreme temperatures, New Jersey farmers face some of the toughest conditions they have ever faced this summer. Many New Jerseyans looking to lend a hand and enjoy the best fresh local produce available head to a nearby farmers market. According to Chris …

Ottawa County teachers graduate from boot camp OAK HARBOR — Eighteen teachers from the Benton-Carroll-Salem Local School District, Danbury Local Schools, Genoa Local Schools, Port Clinton City School District and Woodmore Local Schools have completed the second camp County Teacher Training Program during the week of June 13-16. The goal of the boot camp was …

Organizations looking to improve their communities are now raising funds through August 12 through the Gannett Foundation’s A Community Thrives grant and crowdfunding program. More than 700 organizations applied for the $2 million initiative in hopes of implementing community development ideas. In Louisville, these groups are Cedar Lake Foundation, Critically Loved, Dream Factory Inc., Kentucky …

Get ready for a block party, Mansfield! The Oasis of Love Church, 190 Chester Ave., will host its sixth annual community party taking place in and around Walter Jordan Drive, Raymond Avenue, Grant Street and Lida Streeet Saturday from noon to 3 p.m. The event is open to the public. “Our motto is ‘Unity in …

BOARDMAN, Ohio — Nancy Anne Ridder greets fans at one of several dozen folding tables placed around the perimeter of an “event room” at the Holiday Inn-Youngstown South in Boardman. She’s there for Mahoning Valley Comicon, a convention featuring actors, comic artists, and other guests. On the table in front of her are glossy 8×10 …

The School Board of Bowling Green City Schools changed its policy to require anyone not directly employed by the district to submit to a background check. School board members approved the amendment 4-0 at a special meeting Thursday. Member Tracy Hovest attended the meeting virtually and was unable to vote. The action comes after it …

TUE/7-12 Alliance Rodman Public Library Playgroup, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Main Auditorium; for ages from birth to 5 years; information at 330-821-2665, ext. 223 Summer Movie Series, 5:30 p.m., Rodman Public Library Main Auditorium; 2000 American biographical disaster drama film based on the 1997 non-fiction book of the same title. It tells the story of …

July 10, 2022 ~ Los Angeles Lakers are rumored to be in place of Cleveland Cavaliers guard Collin Sexton. The 2020 NBA champions don’t have much wiggle room when it comes to their finances, with three major earners in LeBron James, Anthony Davis and Russell Westbrook on their books, while Talen-Horton Tucker, Kendrick Nunn and …

July 6—Washington Township. officials broke ground on a new $7.1 million fire station Tuesday night. The 15,259-square-foot facility at 716 E. Franklin St. next to Centerville High School will replace Fire Station 41 on Maple Avenue, township administrator Jesse Lightle said. Station 41, just off Ohio 48 behind Benham’s Grove, opened in 1969 and, at …

The Chicago-area art installation transforms thousands of government surveillance records of local Arabs and Muslims into an immersive community archive. For filmmaker Assia Boundaoui’s predominantly Arab-American neighborhood in Bridgeview, Illinois, her 2017 feature documentary “The feeling of being watched” was proof, after years of FBI surveillance of their community, that they weren’t just paranoid. “As …

WARREN – Young people this month will tell their own stories of how violence has affected them. They will speak at an NAACP-sponsored Youth Call to Action at a July 10 vigil at 3 p.m. at the Trumbull Community Action Program Building, 1230 Palmyra Road. The focus of the event will be for …

ROOT — On a recent sunny summer afternoon, you’d expect to see the SC Johnson Community Aquatic Center, 2800 Ohio St., filled with enthusiasts having fun, swimming, wading, playing, laughing. Instead, all is quiet. A sign on the door explains the disturbing calm of the establishment. – Credit: Paul Holly A sign taped to a …

HICKSVILLENY , May 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — The Board of Directors of New York Community Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: NYCB) (the “Company”) has announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend on its fixed rate non-cumulative perpetual preferred stock floating rate, series A (NYSE: NYCB PA) at the rate of $15.94 per preferred share, which is …

DEAR ABBY: I am a 19 year old trans male. I told my mom years ago, and while she didn’t stop me from transitioning, she’s definitely not supportive. Although she told him my new name and my new pronouns, she refuses to refer to me that way, even when we are alone. (I can’t tell …

anchor Image © Randall L. Schieber/Courtesy of MKSK Studios. The American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) recognizes 27 landscape architects, scholars, researchers, and planners for their work and contributions to the field. Founded in 1899, ASLA is the designated professional association for the landscape architecture community in the United States. From their …

WARREN — A panel established by Warren Mayor Doug Franklin is considering 52 applications by residents and others to use a share of more than $28 million provided to Warren under the American Rescue Plan Act. The city has received approximately $31.6 million in requests from community organizations and businesses through its website …

In the summer, students spend more time at the VP, often arriving at lunchtime rather than at the end of a school day. And with 50 young men participating in the summer programming, snacks and meals are always a necessity! Make a Difference readers and community members can help provide Victory Project with materials such …

But the threats go beyond acts of violence. Amid a series of new laws targeting the LGBTQ community in South Dakota, Sioux Falls Pride recently registered as a 501(c)(4) with the IRS, which will allow them to pass the rest of the year lobbying politically to fight back. . Given the political climate, Neufeld said …

FRI/6-24 Boardman DARE Singles Group, Cards Night at Perkins, meet there at 5 p.m.; information at 330-729-0127 Colombian Good As New Shop, Methodist Church, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; 20% discount on swimwear and lingerie; 50% men’s items Log House Museum and Annex open to the public from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.; 75th Anniversary …

DEAN’S LISTS • DUBUQUE, Iowa– chess alexander of Mercer has been named to the University of Dubuque’s Spring Academic Deans List. To be eligible, full-time students must achieve a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or higher • FAYETTE, Mo. – Bailey Nicole Grossman de Mercer was named to the Spring Dean’s List at Central …

DAYTON, Ohio — In a small storefront on the north side of Dayton, Michael Knote tries to provide everything his community might need. There’s a lending library, community meeting room, small theater, food pantry, free pet food and personal hygiene items, all surrounded by posters promoting positivity and lots of rainbows. It’s the kind of …

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A 15-year-old boy is in police custody after being arrested in connection with a fatal shooting near a community center in Columbus last week. The teenager was arrested for murder and felony assault in the fatal shooting of Atayia Nichols, 24, and an 18-year-old woman, Columbus police said Sunday. Police responded …

MAYFIELD HEIGHTS, Ohio – Summer arrives on June 21 and that means just days later, it’s time for Mayfield Heights’ annual summer celebration, Unity Days. From June 24-26, Mayfield Heights City Park, located off Chelmsford Road, will be where residents can enjoy food, drink, live music, children’s activities and, perhaps the most popular of all, …

October 17, 1937 – April 29, 2022 NATCHEZ – A funeral service for Margaret Janice “Jan” Priester Byrne, 84, of Natchez, who died April 29, 2022, in Natchez will be held at 1 p.m., Tuesday, June 21, 2022, at the City of Natchez Cemetery with the Rev. . David O’Connor officiating. Visitation will be held …

THU/6-16 Alliance Rodman Public Library Book Party, 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m.; skits, music and dance, quizzes and interactive stories for children of all ages; information at 330-821-2665, ext. 223 Beloit West Branch Athletic Boosters Bingo, doors open at 4:30 p.m., advance tickets at 6 p.m. and Jumpin’ Jack at 6:45 p.m. Kitchen …

AKRON, Ohio – The City of Akron announced that it will be offering extended hours at four community centers that serve as chilling spots for community members on Wednesday and Thursday due to forecast high temperatures. The following community centers will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday: Lawton Street …

OLMSTED FALLS, Ohio — Keep August 4-7 open this summer. Welcome to the second Olmsted People’s Heritage Days on these dates. Like last year, the community is invited to bring events, music, food and just good times to all. Some local activists have attempted this year to revive the original Olmsted Heritage Days festival, which …

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. — The Johnstown branch of the NAACP began its nine-day celebration of unity to mark an emancipation anniversary with a music festival Saturday. This year marks the first day of festivities to kick off the event, and the second with more than a week of events planned to commemorate the Emancipation Anniversary. Oscar …

PORTSMOUTH—A documentary film exploring the changing identity of Portsmouth and its people is to be screened at the Vern Riffe Center for the Arts on Friday, June 17 at 6 p.m. While many people found time to pursue their hobbies during the height of the COVID pandemic, Amanda Page, a Scioto County native and …

BROOKLYN, Ohio — Cleaning up the community in a big way is exactly what happened late last month in Brooklyn. “We used to work with different community cleanups before,” Brooklyn High School principal Brian Hare said. “One of our graduation requirements is 20 hours of community service. However, due to COVID, I’ve had a lot …

TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) – How do we reach the children of Toledo and break the cycle of violence? This is the question to which Tracee Perryman, Ph.D. devotes her life. “There’s definitely a sense of hopelessness,” says Dr. Perryman, CEO and co-founder of the Center of Hope Family Services. She works daily with children from …

WADSWORTH, Ohio – Wadsworth, once the game capital of the world, continues to lead the way in creating a vibrant and growing community, with everything from a thriving downtown retail scene to events family events such as the annual Blue Tip Festival. “For me, it’s postcard America,” said Daneen Kreuzer, who with her husband Dave …

From an early age, Scott Martin knew he wanted to work in a parks-related vocation. And since he started his professional career, he also knew he wanted to do such a job in Chattanooga, even though he’s not from here. “In the world of parks, Chattanooga is a big deal,” he said of the community …

Welcome reception. Credits: Wise Owl Multimedia The 39th IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA) took place at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia (USA) and online from May 23-27. CIFAR 2022 brought together the world’s top researchers and companies to share ideas and advances in the fields of robotics and automation. Nearly 8,000 …

On May 21, the Central Ohio Symphony closed its 2021-22 season with another phenomenal concert. On the program, four very different works, plus a surprise encore. Unlike the printed program, Peter Buyer’s epic “Ellis Island: America’s Dream” was the first. Since its creation 20 years ago, this seductive work has been performed almost 250 times …

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many engaged couples have delayed their nuptials out of caution or following safety guidelines. For this reason, the wedding industry experienced a dramatic drop in revenue (-35.7%) from 2019 to 2020, and the average costs of a wedding dropped by 21.6% simultaneously. However, spending has since normalized. In fact, average …

BRUNSWICK, Ohio — A sense of patriotism and community permeated the Brunswick Memorial Day parade and ceremony this year, as members of Brunswick VFW Post 9520, American Legion Post 234, area Scout troops, Brunswick Police and Fire Departments, and members of the Brunswick High School Orchestra participated in this year’s event. Jeannie Chapman and her …

Sheila Gray says she’s always enjoyed doodling and crafting. “Looks like I would draw my name and put hearts in it,” Gray said. “I’ve always liked tinkering, scrapbooking, making cards. I really like decorating and changing things up.” People around the world can watch Gray do her handicrafts on Facebook Live. She offers her craft …

CLEVELAND, OH – The NRP Group, a premier, vertically integrated multi-family housing developer, builder and manager, officially opened a 52-unit, mixed-income, multi-family community in the Glenville neighborhood of Cleveland, Ohio. The four-story, 52-unit building at East 105th and Churchill Road will feature one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, as well as four integrated three-bedroom townhouses. All …

The eighth annual Memorial Brick Run takes place on Saturday WINTERSVILLE — The Stevens-Christian Memorial Post 557 American Legion Riders will honor and remember veterans during the eighth annual Memorial Brick Run on Saturday. Registration for the ride will begin at 9 a.m. at Ext. 557, located at 1212 Two Ridge Road, Wintersville. …

MAYFIELD HEIGHTS, Ohio — City Council approved an ordinance Monday (May 23) that will pay for the planned new community center and pool, which city leaders hope will be ready for use by next May or, at most. late in June. The order allows for the issuance and sale of up to $33 million in …

PEMBERVILLE — Garden parties — like a farmers’ market but with a small-town feel — start downtown this week. The annual Downtown Pemberville Garden Parties are scheduled to begin on Tuesday. From May to September, the Garden Parties will take place on the fourth Tuesday of each month from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. There …

Atomic Credit Union would like to congratulate all 2022 high school graduates. The purpose of the Atomic Credit Union scholarship program is to provide financial assistance to high school seniors who wish to further their education. This year alone, Atomic provided $27,500 in scholarships to 55 students from Southeast Ohio. With that being said, we …

The library advertises a variety of programs and activities STEUBEVILLE — “Grab-and-Go Dress Your Ramen” begins Monday at all Steubenville and Jefferson County Public Library locations. The library continues to celebrate Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in May with bags containing shiitake mushrooms, a sheet of seaweed and a packet of Ramen noodles. …

Senior Caitlin Skaggs is pictured painting sea creatures on a fire hydrant near the Elliott Hotel. Photo by Angela Berger Many students joined in removing and then painting all the weights in the school’s weight room. Photo by Angela Berger Juniors Gavin McCune, Jaden McCoy and Elijah Martinez mulch a flower bed along South Washington …

Northeast Community Bancorp (OTCMKTS:NECB – Get Rating) and New York Community Bancorp (NYSE:NYCB – Get Rating) are both finance companies, but which is the best investment? We’ll compare the two companies based on valuation strength, risk, earnings, dividends, analyst recommendations, institutional ownership and profitability. Profitability This table compares the net margins, return on equity and …

Community colleges across the country have seen a sharp drop in enrollment during the pandemic. Public two-year colleges in northeast Ohio — that is, Cuyahoga Community College, Lorain County Community College, Stark State College, and Lakeland Community College — were also not exempt. of these declines. Each saw a decline in full-time enrollment in the …

GREENVILLE – As the nation celebrates National EMS Week all next week, Spirit EMS is publicly inviting the community to celebrate 15 years of service in Western Ohio and Eastern Indiana. Owners Brian K. Hathaway and Aaron L. Guthrie have invited the entire community to join the Spirit family for a celebration on Sunday, May …

Sunnyside residents want answers on why arrests haven’t been made after last Friday’s shooting that injured five at the annual Cinco De Mayo celebration. In fact, authorities in Sunnyside say they have received numerous requests “requesting clarification on the release of underage suspects believed to be involved in the incident.” Sunnyside Police Chief wrote a …

At Jerry Figurski’s funeral, Tony Griffith bumped into another lawyer he knew. Griffith was there because Figurski was like a father figure to him, he said, an example of the kind of lawyer he wanted to be. His colleague was there for the same reason. “Turns out he did that for a lot of people.” …

Sarah Lowry (Photo provided) A few years ago we were encouraged to be tourists in our own towns. National Geographic, USA Today, and countless travel blogs have caught on to the trend that has unwittingly become the best (and only) way to find new adventure in times of a global pandemic. All of these tips …

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Ohio recently announced the first round of grants for the state’s Brownfields Remediation Program. Ohio committed nearly $350 million to the Ohio Department of Development-administered program through the 2021 state biennial budget bill, House Bill 110 (along with an additional $150 million allocated by the state for the demolition of vacant or derelict commercial or …

TOPS – 6 p.m. – Every Monday – Take Off Pounds Sensably – First Baptist Church, 399 Norwood Ave. Let’s talk about health – 2-3 p.m., every Tuesday, Hocking County Public Library, Logan Branch. Retired physician Harry Guda will discuss all things health and disease of mind, body or spirit. Euchre – 7 p.m. – …

MUSKINGUM COUNTY, Ohio – The Muskingum County Community Youth Foundation hosted its second “You Matter 5k” run! The event took place at Collegial Woods Trail at noon, with a welcome ceremony just prior at 11:45 a.m. The event was for anyone who wanted to walk or run healthy while helping young people and promoting suicide …

Although we have accomplished a lot in a short time as a community, we cannot succeed without the help of our regional partners. That’s why the GSP is a co-sponsor of the Dayton-area Washington DC Fly-in that takes place every spring minus COVID-19. It helps bring together more than 150 leaders from across the region …

Rules of procedure, visits, drawing part from the April meeting of the Funseekers WEIRTON – The Funseekers gathered on April 7 at Undo’s in Weirton with President Judi Gaynor welcoming 58 members to the meeting. Birthdays and anniversaries were recognized. Joann Bugin led the traditional opening with a short prayer, the pledge of …

ROCKY RIVER, Ohio — Westshore’s Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) courses were closed during the pandemic, but are returning, according to Julie Morron, Westshore CERT coordinator. “We were finally able to schedule a CERT meeting,” Morron said. “It’s been a long time since our group had the opportunity to get together.” The first class will …

Military artifacts include a tent used in the Civil War, uniforms, pistols, muskets, bayonets, rifles, a Civil War cannon and a First World War canister containing the armistice document that put end to the conflict. A Civil War tent is a rare artifact not found in many museums. It belonged to Ralph and William Hunt, …

Friday is Arbor Day, a national tree-planting celebration celebrated every April since 1872. This year, why not celebrate Arbor Day by planting a tree in your own backyard or somewhere else in your community? Trees are an important economic, environmental and quality of life asset in an urban community, reducing the heat island effect, reducing …

TOPS – 6 p.m. – Every Monday – Take Off Pounds Sensably – First Baptist Church, 399 Norwood Ave. Let’s talk about health – 2-3 p.m., every Tuesday, Hocking County Public Library, Logan Branch. Retired physician Harry Guda will discuss all things health and disease of mind, body or spirit. Euchre – 7 p.m. – …

WOOSTER — Several Wooster residents shared their concerns at a community meeting on Monday that included the future of Cornerstone Elementary School, saying it had historic significance, with one person even calling it “an icon in this community. “. They also asked Superintendent Gabe Tudor about the school-level configuration and overall costs of the City …

JERRY CITY — A parent at local schools in Elmwood is upset with anti-bullying efforts as well as the lack of mental health support for his daughter. Brianne Perez attended the April 11 school board meeting to share her grievances on both topics. Perez said her daughter’s bullying started in fourth grade “very hot and …

Local Gardener and Seacoast Permaculture Organizer Receives Statewide Award BARRINGTON – In February 2022, Amy Antonucci of Barrington, NH received the Mentor of The Year award from the Northeast Organic Farming Association of NH. Each year, NOFA-NH recognizes the best of the best in NH’s organic farming community at an awards ceremony at their annual …

The Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) Board of Directors has named the economic development organization’s new CEO. Christopher Germain, who is currently employed as a Senior Redevelopment-Ready Communities (RRC) Planner with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), will take over as CEO in early June 2022. In his current role, Christopher works with communities …

LAKEWOOD, Ohio — All it takes is a “Home Sweet Home” doormat for the new Cove Intergenerational Community Center, which finally finds all branches under the Lakewood Human Service Department banner under one roof. “It’s exciting to be here to take on such a massive project during a pandemic,” said Mayor Meghan George. “We are …

DINNER: The Westmoreland Woman’s Club is hosting a take-out-only cooked steak dinner on Sunday, April 10 at noon at the clubhouse. The menu of salad, baked steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, green beans, rolls and dessert is $10 and $5 for ages 10 and under. Proceeds benefit the club’s charitable activities, including two annual $1,000 …

Barb Greiner described her tenure as Bexley’s recreation supervisor as a calling rather than a job. Greiner retired April 1 from the Recreation and Parks Department after 33 years. “What we’re doing is feeling — it’s the kid we’ve given confidence to and the kid we’ve made feel included,” Greiner said. “You can’t put a …

Town & Country Garden Club members pictured from left are: Phyliss Debnar, Catherine Kirch, Paula Hathaway, Ellyn Meiser, Karen Andrews, Roma Vance and Rick and Cathy Hudson. (Submitted) The Town and Country Garden Club will be presenting a free public event called Get Growing in Your Community on Thursday, April 21 at 7 p.m. in …

For the 30 moms-to-be at Destiny Church’s Saturday Community Baby Shower in Orange, the blessings took many forms. There were tables filled with baby bags filled with essentials – diapers, wipes, bottles and formula. Others donated clothing, baby blankets and information on resources for pre- and post-natal care. At almost every station, however, was the …

We have been talking a lot about our mission lately. It is sometimes important to step away from what we do to ask ourselves why we are doing it, to refocus on work that corresponds to our fundamental values. The healthy debate about our goals and our future has helped unite the newsroom around a …

The Wood County Committee on Aging Inc. will host a three-part “Spring Home Repairs?” Learn to Work with Contractors” at Wood County Senior Center, 140 S. Grove St. This series will examine the owner-contractor relationship in detail and provide tips to ensure your project runs smoothly. Panelists include entrepreneurs, lawyers and consumer advocates. Part I: …

It was 1976 in Three Rivers, Michigan. Judith “Judy” Kovacs-Long, MA, LPC, was in celebration at a bicentennial event. She turned to her then-husband, Bill, and pushed her long hair behind her ear to reveal newly placed jewelry. “I got my ears pierced and I’m going to graduate school,” she told him. Both decisions could …

For new farmers Shalie and Jeremy Jonkers, creating a symbiotic community with other farmers doing the same has helped them do more with their bucolic, topsoil-rich flat land at the near end of the Dry Creek Valley, on Kinley Lane. Their farm, Noble Goat Farm, came into being during the pandemic. Building community, person-to-person and …

By Sherry Larson defender of the people I can’t go back – I’m not where I was then (adapted from Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland). The building at 107 E. Walnut Street, West Union, formerly known as Prather’s IGA and originally owned by Chase Prather and then his son, Jay and his wife Leah, …

NEW YORK (AP) — The homeless man remained unseen for much of the winter day, nestled in a sleeping bag on a New York sidewalk, as pedestrians hurriedly walked along a busy street in lower Manhattan. Unbeknownst to hundreds of bystanders, Abdoulaye Coulibaly’s body was stiffening in the cold, nearly 12 hours after an assailant …

LIMA — The City of Lima has added an additional date to its list of community engagement meetings with the new final meeting scheduled for Thursday at West Middle School at 6 p.m. Most, if not all, of the residents who attended Tuesday’s meeting in the auditorium of the Lima Public Library, learned that there …

Tannia Lascano has been chosen as the new Director of Community Health at LifeSpring Community Health, a nonprofit pediatric clinic that provides holistic care and services to patients and their families. Originally from Ecuador, Ms. Lascano has nearly a decade of experience in rural and urban community development in North and South America. Before moving …

MILLBURY – The Lake Local School District issued $36 million in bonds to fund the construction of a new elementary school that was approved by voters in the Nov. 2 election, according to a news release from Treasurer Monica Leppelmeier. The district was able to take advantage of very low interest rates, achieving an aggregate …

TOPS – 6 p.m. – Every Monday – Take Off Pounds Sensably – First Baptist Church, 399 Norwood Ave. VANTAGE Aging Event for senior job seekers, Tuesday, March 22, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Hocking County Ohio Means Jobs site, 389 W. Front St., Logan. Let’s talk about health – 2-3 p.m., every Tuesday, Hocking …

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Most days of the week, you’ll find Thell Robinson at the Halt Violence headquarters. His past brought him to this moment. What do you want to know Thell Robinson’s incarceration led him to want a better lifestyle for himself and his community Halt Violence started in 2014 and offers mentoring, de-escalation, job …

SEVEN HILLS, Ohio – The national labor shortage is reaching every community. That’s why the Seven Hills is hosting a job fair for restaurants and businesses in the area, as well as the community recreation center, which is gearing up for its summer season. The event is scheduled for 4-7 p.m. on March 23 at …

HICKSVILLE, NY, March 11, 2022 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — New York Community Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: NYCB) (the “Company” or “NYCB”) today announced that its My Community SimplyOne Checking account has been certified by Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund (the “CFE Fund” as meeting Bank On National Account standards for 2021 – 2022. Bank On Certified …

The Perry County News is pleased to announce events of local interest as a service to our readers and the community. Information should be sent to The News at PO Box 309, Tell City, IN 47586. Information can also be faxed to 812-547-2847 or emailed to [email protected] Please include a phone number. Lenten fry 2022 …

Barton Community College has announced its list of graduates who earned associate degrees or vocational certificates in the fall 2021 semester. Abilene: Scott Hayes, AAS and Environmental Management Professional Certificate; Kristen Rodda, Child Development Certificate; Albert: Kimberly Manning, AS; Belpré: Ttzel Garcia, AS; Bison: Ethan Schneider, certificate in welding technology; Blue Rapids: Clayton Reed, AS; …

UPPER ARLINGTON, Ohio (COLUMBUS BUSINESS FIRST) – Residents of Upper Arlington can finally peek inside the long-awaited community center that stands on the former site of Macy’s Kingsdale Shopping Center. Renderings have been released that show the facility, which will include an indoor pool, multipurpose event space, locker rooms, fitness areas, three gymnasiums, an adventure …

BROOKVILLE – Brookville Council was visited by Boy Scout Troop 64 on Tuesday as they attended the council meeting to earn their communication badges and ask if the dam would ever be open for swimming or if another site bathing area would be open in the future. . Troop leader Don Musgrave said the troop …

This funding comes in the form of a grant from the US Small Business Administration and as a result, nine community navigator positions have been created. Their goal is to help build trust and connect more businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs to services such as financial and business coaching as well as access to capital. Three …

Standing in the middle of famed entertainer Aminah Robinson’s kitchen, Richard Duarte Brown finds himself unable to argue when it’s suggested he hang out. “It’s a moment. It’s really a moment”, says the mixed media artist. Never mind that the 64-year-old Whitehall resident is filling out paperwork for Medicare and talking to his wife, Pat, …

The Nicholas Recognized Among the Best Multi-Family Projects in the Nation by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) The Nicholas offers an unparalleled customer experience. COLUMBUS, Ohio (PRWEB) February 24, 2022 The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) recently announced the 2021 Best in American Living Award (BALA) winners at the International Builders’ …

On Wednesday evening at 7 p.m., the Grand Traverse Metro Fire Department is hosting its first-ever Community Forum. They will share last year’s annual report and allow citizens to share their concerns. Subway Fire Chief Pat Parker says it will be more of a listening session for firefighters. “We would like to hear from our …

CLEVELAND HEIGHTS, Ohio — A 1,200-pound assortment of discarded holiday garlands made their way to the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo last week as part of a combined recycling and fundraising effort. At over half a ton, that’s a huge number of linear feet of wire, light bulbs and extension cords that will be diverted from regional …

ZANESVILLE – The annual CHAIR-ity auction in support of Eastside community ministry is being held in two segments this year. An online auction at auctionohio.com is underway and closes at 6 p.m. on February 18. A live auction will take place at 2 p.m. on February 18 at the Secret Auditorium. The live auction will …

According to the Dayton Daily News, a plan to Oberer Homes can go ahead, but without affordable housing originally planned as part of a development of single-family homes, townhouses and duplexes to build on a 53 zone acres south edge of town. The publication said the village had worked with Oberer on the development. Chappelle, …