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Putnam Co. library tech programs

Posted by Staff on December 27, 2022 - 7:31am

The Putnam County District Library is offering free technology help to individuals who need assistance with a smartphone, tablet, iPad etc. Call and set up a 30-minute session with the technology trainers. They are available at these and other locations:

Columbus Grove - Mondays 1:30-5:30 & Thursdays 2:00-5:00  419-659-2355

Pandora - Wednesdays 12:30-4:30  419-384-3232

This service is made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the State Library of Ohio. 

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AEP-PJM asks customers to reduce non-essential power use

Posted by Paula Scott on December 24, 2022 - 9:07am

Request issued by AEP Ohio at 9:00 a.m., December 24 with the note that customers should use electricity needed for personal safety and to protect against property damage.

"Extremely cold temperatures across the region have created extraordinary demands on the power system. PJM Interconnection, the electricity grid operator for 65 million people in 13 states and the District of Columbia, has requested the public in its region to conserve electricity.

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Trash and recycling schedule unaffected by holiday

Posted by Staff on December 22, 2022 - 7:56am

Village Administrator Jesse Blackburn passed along to the Icon that Rumpke will maintain the normal collection schedule during the holiday weeks for Christmas and New Year's.

Both holidays fall on a Sunday, which does not delay trash and recycling pick up collection.

He notes, "Thank you for spreading this news! December 26th is a trash pick-up most families can’t miss...."

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ODOT preparing for winter storm

Posted by Staff on December 22, 2022 - 7:30am

A winter storm is looming, looking to disrupt travel for the Christmas holiday.

Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) crews in District 1 and District 2, which includes 16 counties throughout northwest Ohio, are preparing by checking trucks and all equipment; and organizing full-time, auxiliary, and seasonal employees to prepare them to begin 12-hour shifts when needed.

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Area Agency on Aging 3 December news

Posted by Staff on December 18, 2022 - 7:00am

The Area Agency on Aging 3 has issued its December 2022 newsletter including articles on

Using local resources and connections

How to manage holiday stress

Adult Protective Services coverage including the recent addition of Hardin County

Staffers providing specialized assistance

Calendar of awareness and events

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Officer Dominic Francis Memorial Highway approved

Posted by Paula Scott on December 16, 2022 - 9:48am

By Paula Scott

On Wednesday, December 14, a local contingent witnessed the legislative steps creating the Officer Dominic Francis Memorial Highway between mile markers 139 and 143 on Interstate 75 in Bluffton. The group met with House Speaker Robert Cupp (R-Lima) and Jon Cross (R-Kenton), toured the state house and, according to Bluffton Police Chief Ryan Burkholder, “were given the red carpet treatment.”

Those present were JAMPD Park Ranger Chad Cupples, who initiated the request to create a memorial highway; Ricki Francis, widow of Officer Francis; Taylor Born, daughter of Officer Francis; Bluffton Police Chief Ryan M. Burkholder, Sgt. Tyler Hochstetler, and Lt. Matt Oglesbee. The group was introduced to legislators from the balcony.

Chad Cupples began his inquiries about a memorial highway in April 2022 and began working with the area representatives to form an official request. On Wednesday, the last day of the legislative session, the Ohio House and Senate voted on bills including memorial highway designations. 

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