MWCD Cabins, Marinas, and Park Offices Open Tomorrow, May 15
“We are counting on you to maintain social distancing so that we are able to remain open.” As warmer weather approaches, MWCD is excited to announce that MWCD operated marinas, welcome centers/ park offices, and cabin rentals will resume operations tomorrow, Friday, May 15. Although not all the amenities we normally offer are fully operational just yet, slowly…
Read MoreAdditional Personal Service Businesses to Re-Open Friday
Lt. Governor Husted announced yesterday that additional personal service businesses will be permitted to re-open in Ohio on May 15. These include massage therapy, acupuncture, cosmetic therapy, tattoo and body piercing services. The businesses will be required to follow a mandatory and recommended best practices which can be found at coronavirus.ohio.gov. The guidelines were created…
Read MoreHot Meals Will be Provided to Students who Rely on Free/Reduced School Meal Program
No application needed: Governor DeWine announced that the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (OJFS) has received approval from the United States Department of Agriculture for its Pandemic EBT plan. The Pandemic EBT program was included in the Families First Coronavirus Response Act of 2020. The approval will allow OJFS to distribute SNAP benefits…
Read MoreODNR Shares Boating and Social Distancing Tips for National Safe Boating Week
COVID-19 is forcing everyone to navigate uncharted waters, including boaters. In honor of National Safe Boating Week, held May 16-22, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) and the National Safe Boating Council encourage boaters to follow social distancing guidelines for safe outdoor recreation. “Year after year, state and national statistics show that life jackets…
Read MoreJanice “Marilyn” Gregg
Janice “Marilyn” Gregg was born on September 22, 1942. Her parents were the late Harold and Wilma (Anderson) Oliver. She was born as her father served overseas in WWII. She passed on May 7, 2020. In spite of a lingering neurological disability, she was close to the land (farming), her community, and her nation. On…
Read MoreLocal Seniors will Graduate Despite COVID
By Anne Chlovechok Using a combination of creative thinking and safety strategy, officials at Noble Local and Caldwell Exempted schools have devised a way for their seniors to be able to receive their diplomas in person, while still maintaining a safe environment as proscribed by state and local health officials. On Saturday, May 16 from…
Read MoreHARP Receives Appalachian Ohio Emergency Response Grant
It was announced recently that HARP was among institutions receiving a grant from The Appalachian Ohio Emergency Response Fund. They will use the money to fund supplies for emergency housing repairs in the area. The Appalachian Ohio Emergency Response Fund has awarded $33,000 in grants through a third round of funding to support nonprofits that…
Read MoreThis Friday You can get a haircut and Eat in a Restaurant Again!
By Anne Chlovechok In last Thursday’s COVID-19 briefing (affectionately known statewide as Wine with DeWine – It’s 2 o’clock somewhere!) the governor announced when Ohioans can expect to be able to get a haircut, manicure, massage, spa day or sit down to eat at a restaurant or bar. Two weeks ago, two committees made up…
Read MoreHerbert L. Hamilton
Herbert L. Hamilton, age 76, of Cumberland, Ohio, died Sunday, May 10, 2020, at his home of cancer. Herb was born in Ava on December 4, 1943, to Herbert G. and Ruth Brown Hamilton. At an early age, he was helping the farmers around the area. He loved working, especially farming. He then went to…
Read MorePatsy S. Gillman
Patsy S. Gillman, age 79, of Caldwell, Ohio, died Sunday, May 10, 2020, at her home. She was born June 2, 1940, in Paris, Tennessee, daughter of the late Latham and Janie Beaton French. Patsy retired from Norandex in Bedford Heights. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, reading, and she was an excellent cook. She was devoted…
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