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Riverfest’s pierogi-eating contest showcases Rossford’s iron stomachs

Participants in the first round of the Rossford Riverfest pierogi-eating contest look on as the winner opens his mouth wide after swallowing his last pierogi in 2 minutes and 56 seconds, sealing his victory.

Citizens Police Academy to be offered by RPD

Rossford residents are invited to participate in a Citizens Police Academy hosted by the Rossford Police Department this fall. The program will be offered Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m., September 4 through October 30.

The Cocoon awarded grant

The Cocoon, Wood County’s only comprehensive domestic and sexual violence advocacy center and emergency shelter, has been awarded a grant from the Gordon Flesch Charitable Foundation.Since 2002, the foundation has given more than $2.

Rossford Riverfest returns with food, festivities and fireworks

The Rossford Business Association’s annual Riverfest has been in the works for months, and their efforts came to fruition on the evening of August 17.

Community Calendar

To include your organization’s activities, mail or drop off the details to the Rossford Record Journal, 130 Louisiana Avenue, PO Box 267, Perrysburg, Ohio 43552. Or send an e-mail, with the date, time and location, to dianaw@perrysburg.com. The deadline is Friday at noon.

Rossford Police Department offers Citizens Police Academy

Rossford residents are invited to participate in a Citizens Police Academy hosted by the Rossford Police Department this fall. The program will be offered Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m., September 4 through October 30.

Grand Rapids Jazz and Arts Festival is Aug. 18

The Grand Rapids Arts Council will host its annual Jazz at the Rapids, Sunset Jazz and Art Festival, Sunday, August 18, from 2 p.m. to dusk, on the towpath, downtown Grand Rapids. Admission is free.Featured performers include: Lake Erie Jazz quartet, from 2:30 to 3:15 p.m.