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Former RHS athletes honored at Hall of Fame induction

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On January 26, at halftime of the Rossford varsity boys basketball game against Maumee, the Rossford High School Athletic Hall of Fame inducted three new members; Coach John Vargo, Ryan Clay Class of ‘13, and Marisa Ery (Everitt) Class of ‘07.

Community leaders share thoughts on fire department options

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In advance of Rossford’s 6 p.m. Committee of the Whole meeting at the Rossford Community Recreation Center on February 5, the Rossford Record Journal sat down with leaders from the city and fire department to discuss the three options presented to city council on January 8.

Sheriff Mark Wasylyshyn addresses swatting crimes

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Swatting is a term used to describe the action of making hoax phone calls to report serious crimes requiring emergency services. People who carry out a “swatting” prank aim to fool emergency services into sending a Special Weapons And Tactics (SWAT) team to respond to the supposed emergency, said Wood County Sheriff Mark Wasylyshyn.

GLCAP offers help with heating through Winter Crisis Program

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As winter progresses, households that rely on propane and other bulk fuels to keep their homes warm may find themselves running low on supplies. The Great Lakes Community Action Partnership (GLCAP) Winter Crisis Program can assist low-income households with replenishing fuel supplies before they run out.

Rules about leap years

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It’s widely accepted that a year is 365 days long. However, that statement is not entirely accurate.

Penta board of education receives update on Aspire and FCCLA trip

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At the January 10 meeting, the Penta Career Center received updates on the Aspire program and a recent FCCLA conference and competition in Alabama. Ohio’s Aspire programs provide free services for individuals who need assistance acquiring the skills to be successful in post-secondary education and training and employment.

All Saints to host school open house on Jan. 28

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All Saints Catholic School, 630 Lime City Road, Rossford, will host an open house from noon to 2 p.m., Sunday, January 28. Principal Erik Graham invites parents of prospective students and their children to tour the school, which sits on a 17-acre campus.