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Rossford Senior Center

The Wood County Committee on Aging 400 Dixie Highway, in the Rossford Community Recreation CenterLunch reservations requested by 4 p.m. on the preceding day. Call 419-666-8494.Programs and lunches for all area residents at least 60 years of age.
From left: Perrysburg Township Police Chief Matt Gazarek, Road Superintendent Marvin Conner, Fire Chief Tom Brice and Trustee Gary Britten view an informational video on the capabilities of BRINC Drones as First Responder system.

From left: Perrysburg Township Police Chief Matt Gazarek, Road Superintendent Marvin Conner, Fire Chief Tom Brice and Trustee Gary Britten view an informational video on the capabilities of BRINC Drones as First Responder system.

Trustees approve annual physical program for township employees, purchase of drone

During the regular Perrysburg Township Board of Trustees meeting on December 18, 2024, trustees heard a special presentation on a program of annual physical and medical examinations for police department employees.Detective Jessica Curtis outlined her research for the board.

Rossford BOE elects new president, vice-president

The Rossford Board of Education held an organizational meeting and budget hearing on January 6, followed by a workshop. During the meeting, Jackie Huffman was voted in as president (3-2) and Emily Klocko was voted in as vice-president (3-2).The board set the 2025 regular meeting schedule for 6:30 p.
Left to right, Andrew Walters and Brendan Cox place wreaths.

Left to right, Andrew Walters and Brendan Cox place wreaths.

Rossford students honor graves of veterans

Rossford High School’s Serving Our Soldiers (SOS) club volunteered with Wreaths Across America on December 14, 2024. Students placed wreaths on the graves of veterans at Lake Township Cemetery. The VFW 9963 from Walbridge provided lunch afterward at the Lake Township Hall.
Pictured left to right: Kayla Evanoff, the Cocoon’s shelter manager; Zachary Clement, Eagle Scout; Kathy Mull, the Cocoon’s executive director; Mary Beth Gilts, member of First Presbyterian Church of Perrysburg; Pastor Katie Rivera-Torrea, First Presbyterian of Perrysburg; Pastor Jeff Schooley, First Presbyterian of Bowling Green; Susan Nelson, vice chair of the Perrysburg Rotary Community Foundation; and Justin Henck, president elect of the Bowling Green Rotary Club.

Pictured left to right: Kayla Evanoff, the Cocoon’s shelter manager; Zachary Clement, Eagle Scout; Kathy Mull, the Cocoon’s executive director; Mary Beth Gilts, member of First Presbyterian Church of Perrysburg; Pastor Katie Rivera-Torrea, First Presbyterian of Perrysburg; Pastor Jeff Schooley, First Presbyterian of Bowling Green; Susan Nelson, vice chair of the Perrysburg Rotary Community Foundation; and Justin Henck, president elect of the Bowling Green Rotary Club.

Cocoon offers dog run for survivors of domestic violence

The Cocoon’s new dog run makes it possible for individuals and their children to bring their dogs with them to a safe shelter when escaping domestic violence.The dog run is located on the Cocoon’s property and features a 60’x90’ fenced-in area with two spaces for dogs to be off leash while on site.

ACTIVITIES AND LUNCH MENUS

Lunch is served Monday through Friday, at noon. Menus are subject to change, and nutritional values and ingredient information are available upon request.Call the center at 419666-8494 to register or for more information.*Denotes that advanced registration is required.

Perrysburg Christians United sponsors blood drive

Perrysburg Christians United will host a blood drive on Thursday, January 9, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Zoar Lutheran Church. Donors must be at least 17 years old, at least 110 pounds and in general good health.Appointments can be scheduled online at redcrossblood.

Municipal Court Reports

The following cases were finalized in Perrysburg Municipal Court December ¡3 to 17, 2024. An additional $88 in court costs was sentenced for each case, unless otherwise noted.Traffic Convictions Leah A. Rich, West Elmtree Road, speeding, 73 in 45 mph zone, $79 fine.Judith C.

Suggestions to stay the course with a new diet

The dawn of a new year marks a great time to turn over a new leaf. Many people begin a new year by making resolutions, and aspiring to eat healthier is annually among the most popular pledges health-conscious individuals make.