Mosquito spraying in Valley Twp. Wednesday
Ohio Pest Control, along with the Valley Township trustees, will be conducting mosquito spraying from 7 to 10 p.m. on Wednesday.
If inclement weather prevents the spraying, then spraying will be done at the same time on Thursday.
Locals graduate from state fire academy
The Ohio Fire Academy has announced its second graduating class of 2024, which consists of 19 cadets from across the region.
Scioto County cadets who graduated on Friday are: Tanner L. Queen, of Portsmouth, from the Portsmouth Fire Department; and Jacob M. Stevens, of West Portsmouth, from the New Boston Fire Department.
Members of this graduating class represented a wide range of backgrounds and diverse experiences.
Fourteen members of this class are from Ohio, four are from Pennsylvania, and one is from Michigan.
The Ohio Fire Academy’s cadet training program is among the most challenging in the nation, requiring cadets to undergo rigorous physical and mental training to prepare them for the demands of firefighting.
The academy’s commitment to excellence is evident in the success of its graduates, which are highly sought after by fire departments across the state.
Fight hunger, stock the trailer at the Scioto County Fair
Farm Credit Mid-America and the Scioto County Fair are excited to announce the return of Fight Hunger, Stock the Trailer.
Presented by Farm Credit Mid-America and sponsored by Rural 1st, this friendly competition helps junior fairs raise food donations for local food banks across Ohio.
Now in its fourth year, Fight Hunger, Stock the Trailer is just one of the many ways Farm Credit Mid-America gives back to rural communities while supporting local agriculture.
From Aug. 5-10, local community members are invited to bring non-perishable food items to the Scioto County Fair.
Look for Stock the Trailer signage at the fair for locations to donate.
At the end of the fair, the total weight of all donations will be calculated, with first, second and third-place prizes of $5,000, $3,500 and $1,500 awarded to the fairs that raise the most food throughout the summer.
Each participating county fair will receive $500.
All prize money awarded supports local junior fair activities, including attending statewide junior fair conferences, investing in new technologies, and in some cases, purchasing additional items for donation.
ACTC announces Party on the Lawn to kick off fall semester
ASHLAND, Ky. — The Student Government Association at Ashland Community and Technical College is excited to announce it will be hosting the annual Party on the Lawn next month at the College Drive Campus.
On Thursday, Aug. 22, Honey Hill Farm will be bringing its petting zoo to campus from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. — and M&M Party Rental will be setting up inflatables for children to enjoy.
There will also be informational tables set up from various ACTC programs and departments, as well as our community partners.
The event is open to ACTC faculty and staff, students, and their families.
Members of the community are also welcome to attend.
Food, games, community resources, and karaoke will also be included in the festivities.
The cost of admission is the donation of a non-perishable food item or toiletry that will support the Pathfinder Pantry.
For more information, contact Kayla Acosta [email protected].
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