ACROSS OUR COMMUNITIES
Columbiana council seat
Columbiana city officials still are looking for applicants to fill a vacant council seat. Last week, Columbiana Mayor Rick Noel announced that John Yenges resigned his council seat with one year remaining in his current term due to a change in residency. City Manager Lance Willard reminded all interested parties Monday that the application deadline is the end of business Thursday, Jan. 16. Qualified candidates must be registered voters who have resided within the Columbiana city limits for the past year.
EP Eagles dinner
East Palestine Eagles monthly sirloin tip and noodle drive thru dinner will be held Wednesday from 4 to 6 p.m. or sold out. Dinner is sirloin tip and noodles with coleslaw, roll and dessert for $11. Call 330-853-8483 to guarantee a meal.
United blood drive
United Local Schools will be holding a blood drive from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday in the Brautingham Center (BC). To make an appointment, call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or go to redcrossblood.org and enter Sponsor Keyword: UNITED.
Ag use value program
The Mahoning Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD), in collaboration with the Mahoning County Farm Bureau and the Mahoning County Auditor’s Office, will offer a workshop on Ohio’s Current Agricultural Use Value (CAUV) program. The event will take place on Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St.
The workshop is designed to provide valuable insights into the CAUV program, which helps reduce property taxes on agricultural land. Expert representatives from the Mahoning County SWCD, Mahoning County Auditor’s Office, and Ohio Farm Bureau will share important information on CAUV eligibility requirements, the application and renewal process, inspection procedures, and recent updates to CAUV laws. Attendees will also learn practical strategies to maximize the benefits of the program for their properties.
This event is free and open to the public. While registration is recommended, it is not required to attend. For additional information, visit mahoningsoilandwater.org, call the district office at 330-740-7995, or email askswcd@mahoningcountyoh.gov.
Day Camp soup sale
Community Day Camp of North Lima will be holding a “Grab & Go” soup fundraiser on Jan. 25 from 10 a.m. to noon or until sold out at Calvary United Methodist Church, 12062 South Ave. in North Lima. Choices of soup are: Baked Potato, Vegetable Beef, Broccoli Cheese, Stuffed Pepper, Pasta Fagioli, Wedding, Mulligatawny and Chili. The cost is $8 per quart. All proceeds benefit the community day camp program.
No historical society
The quarterly meeting of the Historical Society of Columbiana and Fairfield Township has been canceled. The meeting will not be rescheduled in January.
PERI 18 February meeting
The Public Employee Retirees (P.E.R.I.) of Mahoning County Chapter 18, will meet on Tuesday, Feb. 4, at Avion on the Water Banquet Center, 2177 W. Western Reserve Road. Lunch will be served at noon at a cost of $19 per person. Reservations are required and must be made by Tuesday, Jan. 28 by calling Carol, 330-758-5239; Diane, 330-547-9612; or Janice, 330-270-8611. Anyone with dietary restrictions should advise the person taking their reservation. Guest Speaker will be PERI’s District 11 Representative, Regina Witsaman, who will provide the latest updates and swear in the new officers. PERI welcomes all OPERS retirees and current working employees in the Tri-County area to join Chapter 18. Information for membership can be obtained by calling Marilyn at 330-565-6913.
Angels birthday breakfast
Angels for Animals will host a Birthday Breakfast with Diane Less from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 18 at Andrews Hall, 4750 W. South Range Road, Canfield. Breakfast include pancakes and syrup, scrambled eggs, chessy potatoes, bacon, pastries and drink for $10, free for children 5 years and under. The even will also feature a basket and gift card raffle; winners to be contacted by phone. Purchase tickets at https://angelsforanimals1.wufoo.com/forms/2025-birthday-breakfas of call the Angels for Animals’ office at 330-549-1111 Option 5.
FAO scholarships
NELSONVILLE, Ohio – The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO) is accepting applications for more than 50 scholarship funds supporting the educational and career goals of students in the 32-county region.
Scholarship applications are available now through Friday, Feb. 14.
Five new scholarship funds have been added to FAO’s general application cycle this year. They are:
— Environmental Stewardship Pillar of Prosperity Scholarships support individuals seeking degrees or continuing education in ecology, forestry, wildlife ecology or related natural resource fields, as well as skilled trades, vocational and technical training in fields that integrate and support green energy technology, sustainable agriculture and land stewardship. Qualified individuals at any point in their education may apply. Preference will be given to applicants with an expressed intent to live and work in Appalachian Ohio. These scholarships have been made possible by a transformative investment from the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District and the generosity of many donors, including Nicolozakes Trucking & Construction Inc., Ohio CAT, American Electric Power (AEP), the AEP Foundation and the AEP Ohio Foundation.
— The George and Mary Ellen Ontko Scholarship Fund supports graduating seniors and graduates of Guernsey County high schools with priority given to students pursuing careers in education.
— The Jeanne Warne Frontz Memorial Scholarship supports female Cambridge High School graduating seniors or graduates and past attendees of the school who have since received a high school equivalency or GED diploma. Priority will be given to students studying business, finance and/or accounting and who are attending The Ohio State University.
— The Leifheit-Michael Family Scholarship supports Meigs County residents pursuing careers in fine arts, music, education, medicine or agriculture and who have completed their first year of postsecondary education.
— The Ralph L. and Linda S. Warne Engineering Scholarship supports Guernsey County residents pursuing studies in engineering at an accredited engineering college or university in Ohio.
Information about individual scholarship opportunities, including guidelines, eligibility requirements and application materials, are available at https://appalachianohio.org/opportunities/scholarships/. FAO has transitioned to a new online system for funding applications, including scholarships. Completed applications and all accompanying materials must be submitted online by Feb. 14.
For information on supporting educational opportunities in Appalachian Ohio, visit www.AppalachianOhio.org, email info@ffao.org or call 740-753-1111.