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WORPO seeks feedback on rural Long Range Transportation Plan

The West Central Ohio Rural Planning Organization is releasing its DRAFT 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan for public comment HERE. A link to the Long Range Transportation Plan, as well as a survey, will be available for review beginning October 23 - November 13. 

Deadline nears for JAMPD photo contest

Deadline: October 27

This is the final week to enter the Johnny Appleseed Metro Park District Nature Photography Contest.

Organizers suggest, "There’s still time to capture the stunning beauty of Allen County and showcase your photography skills. Don’t miss out on your chance to be featured and win amazing cash prizes!"

 

Categories: Flora, Fauna, Landscape, Parks Potpourri

Cash awards for Best of Show, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place

Submit at https://jampd.com/nature-photography-contest/

ONU to dedicate installation of Greavu sculptures

3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 22, ONU West Campus, near the wetland pond

Ohio Northern University will hold an Outdoor Sculpture Dedication Ceremony featuring the work of nationally-known sculptor Judy Greavu.

Greavu, who taught in the ONU art department from 1985 to 2005, gifted to ONU four outdoor sculptures that are inspired by the water, plant life and creatures of ponds.

Chambers and Eichman double up on Zoning and Code Enforcement

Above L-R) Michele Chambers, Zoning Inspector, and Clayton Eichman, Code Enforcement Officer.

By Paula Pyzik Scott

The Village of Ada has divided zoning inspection and code enforcement assignments into two jobs following the retirement of Zoning Inspector (and former Chief of Police) Michael Harnishfeger. The roles are now filled by two individuals who already work for the Village of Ada.

Ada Preschool has current openings

Ada Preschool, which is located at the Ada Exempted Village Schools, 725 W. North Ave., has current openings for children ages 3-5. 

Morning class is from 7:55 -11:10 a.m.and afternoon class is from 11:45 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

FEE RANGE
The monthly tuition for four half day sessions of preschool per week is based on a sliding fee scale. The calculation for fee is based on family size, yearly household income and the current federal poverty guidelines. Fees range from free to full tuition of $145/month for the first child. Siblings attend at a reduced rate (see attached chart).

Spots will be filled on a first come, first served basis. Call or email MRESC to request placement. Phone 937-599-5195 ext 3020 or email [email protected]  ▶︎

Larry Merritt worked for the U.S. Post Office

Larry Merritt, age 77, of Alger, passed away on Sunday, October 20, 2024 at his residence, surrounded by his family. 

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