Bluffton High School senior and art student Amber Boop had her work "Sweet World" selected by a panel of judges to be part of the 52nd annual Ohio Governor's Youth Art Exhibition. The exhibition opened at the James A. Rhodes State Office Tower, across from the State Capitol, on April 24 and closes near the end of May.
Many are not aware that having chronic GERD (gastroesophageal reflux) puts you at risk for this cancer. Once someone has symptoms of difficulty swallowing, the cancer is already at an advanced stage.
At the time of diagnosis, there is only a 20% 5-year survival.
Over time, GERD can lead to Barrett’s esophagus, a precancerous condition where the tissue that lines the lower esophagus changes and if not detected or treated, can develop into esophageal cancer.
Mayor Rich Johnson presided over the meeting, which began with the approval of April 11 meeting minutes and bills (see attached).
PUBLIC COMMENT
Lyle Henry addressed council on the larger national context of thin blue line flags.
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
Village administrator Jesse Blackburn provided council with updates on the April 11 Public Hearing regarding construction drawings for Chestnut Lane residential development. (See attachment).
Joanne Antibus, 67, passed away April 22, 2022 at her residence. Joanne was born October 11, 1954 in Maple Heights, Ohio, to the late Edward and Ethel (Redlein) Vinopal. On August 12, 1978 she married Robert Antibus and he survives.
Joanne led a life filled by her love of family, travel and time with nature. She was always the learner and teacher.
