Helping an aging population
VAN WERT—As our baby boomers enter retirement age, more older people need help.
October 2024
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DeWine: research charities before donating
COLUMBUS——As Ohioans step up to support storm relief efforts in the wake of the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene throughout much of the southeastern United States, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and the Ohio Department of Commerce (Division of Financial Institutions) urge those who want to donate to be careful and make sure the organizations they support are legitimately helping. “Our fellow Americans need our help in the aftermath of this terrible storm,” said DeWine.
Photography show at the Wassenberg
VAN WERT—Nearly 150 state and local photographs are currently displayed at the Wassenberg Art Center on N. Washington Street.
Forgotten Vinyl Review: Better Luck (1981) by The Plugz
The Plugz were the first Hispanic band to fuse punk and traditional Chicano music. Better Luck is their second record and it’s a masterpiece.
Entertainment is Alive in Van Wert:
Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue brings New Orleans to the Niswonger
September 2024 food inspections
From the Van Wert County Health District: * Domino’s Pizza, 301 Town Center Blvd., Non-Critical Violations: 1 * Subway North, 109 Town Center Blvd., Non-Critical Violations: 2 * Comfort Inn, 840 N. Washington St., Non-Critical Violations: 2 * Holiday Inn Express and Suites, 140 Valam Drive, Non-Critical Violations: 0, Critical Violations: Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS foods not properly date marked.
Land Bank administrator speaks at conference
VAN WERT – Christina Martin, Program Manager of the Van Wert County Land Reutilization Corporation, was a featured speaker at the inaugural Fall Land Bank Summit held on Oct. 3 in Mount Vernon, Knox County, Ohio.
Elks donate to VWFD
VAN WERT—Van Wert Elks Lodge 1197, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks recently donated $150.00 to the Van Wert Fire Department.
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Molaski says while the Council on Aging provides services and activities, the Area Agency on Aging provides more care-management services, care coordination, and assessments to help seniors with information on what programs they might be eligible for.