Law aims to help with youth social media
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost is making the public aware of a new state law giving parents oversight of their children’s use of social media websites as well as online services and products aimed at children.
Plotts joins Area Agency on Aging Board
The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. has announced the appointment of Glenna Plotts to its board of trustees, and she will serve as the Morrow County representative.
Murray leaves lasting mark on library
Earlier in December, one of the most familiar faces around the Cardington-Lincoln Public Library, Director Lisa Murray, retired from her post after over 20 years of service as both the fiscal officer and director of library services. Sitting down with the Sentinel for an exclusive interview, Murray reflected on her entire career at the public library, her background, the transition of the library to new leadership, and her personal future plans.
Mt. Gilead BOE honors Staley
At its Dec. 19 meeting, the Mount Gilead Exempted Village Schools Board of Education along with district administrators honored Virgil Staley, who is stepping down after a fourth term as a board member.
Helt inducted into National 4-H Hall of Fame
Ohio 4-H is honored to recognize Jim Helt, the newest member of the National 4-H Hall of Fame. Helt was inducted into the 2023 class in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on Oct. 9 at the National Association of Extension 4-H Youth Development Professionals’ annual conference.
Canepa to lead Ohio’s cannabis control
On Dec. 14, Department of Commerce Director Sherry Maxfield announced the appointment of James Canepa as the first superintendent of the Division of Cannabis Control. The division is poised to ensure the safety and regulation of both medical and non-medical cannabis, which is now legal for consumers to possess in Ohio.
Cardington-Lincoln student recognized by Morrow County Chamber of Commerce
Cardington-Lincoln High School Counselor Emily Fitzpatrick-Kirk introduced the school’s Morrow County Chamber Student of the Month Kenedi Levering at the Dec. 12 chamber luncheon held at HopeWood Outdoors, formerly Lutheran Memorial Camp near Fulton.
Solar eclipse 2024: Get left in the dark at Ohio State Parks
COLUMUBS, Ohio — Sleep under the stars and then stay to witness history. There are still camping spots available for experienced campers at many Ohio state parks in the path of the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024.
Selover Library expands hours
Selover Public Library in Chesterville will have new expanded hours beginning Jan. 2. The library will now be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays, and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays. The library will continue to be closed on Sundays and Mondays.
