People

By Fred Steiner

In a manner of speaking, the Mennonite Home officially gained senior citizen status this summer. It's 55 years old. It may now join AARP.

My connection to 410 W. Elm St. is unusual: I've never lived there, but know it pretty well. My mother worked there for over a quarter of a century, first in the laundry, next as a nurse's aide, then as an LPN and finally as a resident herself.

The Inn at Ohio Northern University announces the addition of Alisa McPheron as Director of Culinary Services and Excellence to its staff. This position will compliment the sales and operations team of The Inn. She will work with other team members to strengthen operations and outside sales. She will also be responsible for the training of services associates and service training initiatives.

McPheron graduated with honors from the Johnson & Wales University, Providence, R.I., with Degrees in Culinary Arts and Foodservice Management.