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Van Wert Health announces a scholarship opportunity for 2021 graduating high school students. The Medical and Healthcare Scholarship Program was founded to support the growth and development of students from all sectors of the human healthcare industry.
“We are honored to offer this scholarship again this year, which reflects the importance of supporting the education of our future healthcare professionals,” said Van Wert Health President/CEO Jim Pope. “We have been reminded how vital healthcare workers are to our community over the past year. These scholarships will be meaningful to the individuals who have made the thoughtful decision to dedicate their lives to the healthcare profession and caring for others.”
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March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. Van Wert County Board of Developmental Disabilities (VWCBDD) is encouraging the community to celebrate the many contributions of people with developmental disabilities. VWCBDD also seeks to raise awareness about the inclusion of all people in all facets of community life.
Michelle and Sue Lichtle with some of their craft handiwork.
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“The individuals with disabilities that we serve, and their supports, are grateful for the encouragement from the community to help continue to foster independence and provide inclusive opportunities,” said Paula Miller, VWCBDD Community Employment Coordinator. “Our Youth Transition group is always enthusiastic to be involved in community events and volunteering locally.”
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CONVOY In collaboration with Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative, the Robert P. Mone Generating Station announced that it has donated $500 to the Van Wert County Foundation, to be directed to the Van Wert County Emergency Response Team (CERT) program.
“The Mone staff is honored to support the efforts of the Van Wert County CERT,” said Plant Manager Dave Richardson. “We applaud the work of the CERT volunteers, who provide a critical community service.”
The Robert P. Mone Generating Station is natural gas-powered peaking plant, with a 510 MW generation capacity. Peaking plants are placed into operation when energy demand is at its highest.
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Marquette Catholic’s Owen Williams (10) gets past of pair of Triad defenders for a shot in the lane during a Feb. 20 boys basketball game in Troy.Greg Shashack / The TelegraphShow MoreShow Less
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Marquette Catholic’s Kendall Lavender (4) shoots over Triad’s Trey Moss (22) and McGrady Noyes during a game Feb. 20 in Troy.Greg Shashack / The TelegraphShow MoreShow Less
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Marquette Catholic coach Steve Medford (middle) looks for an explanation from the Explorers’ Dre Davis (11) during a game Feb. 20 in Troy.Greg Shashack / The TelegraphShow MoreShow Less
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The Van Wert County YMCA and Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) have joined together to bridge the gap between tragedy and recovery.
Shown are (from the left) CERT Disaster Chairman Mark Klausing, Van Wert County Emergency Management Director Rick McCoy, and YMCA CEO Hugh Kocab with items donated for disaster victims.
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The YMCA is much more than a swim and gym facility and has expanded its outreach over the past 15 years. New community initiatives that help the neediest and improve the quality of life fall directly into the YMCA’s mission to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all people in our community.