‘Hei Hei: Be prepared’ to be safe around water
By Sheryl Roadcap - sroadcap@sidneydailynews.com
Sidney-Shelby County YMCA lifeguard Lily Schaeffer, of Fletcher, helps Ethan Baker learn how to move his arms in the water while holding his breath during the 2018 Water Safety Program. Ethan is the son of Rick and Emily Baker, of Fletcher. This year’s program will be held June 7-10 at the YMCA. The Sidney Daily News, in cooperation with Minster Bank, Ruese Insurance and Frickers, are sponsors of the program.
Luke Gronneberg | Sidney Daily News
SIDNEY – The Sidney Daily News, in cooperation with Minster Bank, Ruese Insurance and Frickers, will sponsor the 35th annual Water Safety Program for all local children June 7-10 at the Sidney-Shelby County YMCA, 300 Parkwood St.
Vote ‘Yes’ on the Sidney Schools levy
To the editor:
I am proud to say that I was an employee of Sidney City Schools for 19 years. During that time, I met some of the finest educators who were and are the most dedicated professionals I have ever met. Our schools have a levy on the ballot to support the staff and students of this excellent school district. One of the unique features of this levy is that it will not tax retirement income, pensions, social security and many other incomes. This is especially good news for our senior citizens of Sidney. After I retired from Sidney I went to work for the Senior Center of Sidney-Shelby County for 8 years. During that time, I met so many wonderful people who were on fixed incomes and had to be very thrifty with their money. Fortunately, we were supported by the city, the County, The United Way, and several businesses and industry so we could keep our costs down to join and participate in many activities at the center. The community of
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• Amos Memorial Library is currently open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Patrons are asked to wear a face mask when entering the library and limit their visit to 30 minutes. Children under the age of 16 should be accompanied by an adult. Patrons should expect a three to four day delay on returns due to cleaning procedures. Curbside pickup is still available during library hours.
• The Piqua Public Library is currently open from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Patrons are asked to wear a face mask when entering the library and limit their visit from 30 to 60 minutes. Only 30 patrons will be permitted inside the library at a time. In addition, the library will continue to offer curbside services. Patrons can request items by calling the Library at 937-773-6753 or by visiting
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Let yourself go
ONGOING
• Packer Historical Center, 112 W. Main St., Anna, is open Thursdays from 6 to 8 p.m. and Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m.
• Amos Memorial Library is currently open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Patrons are asked to wear a face mask when entering the library and limit their visit to 30 minutes. Children under the age of 16 should be accompanied by an adult. Patrons should expect a three to four day delay on returns due to cleaning procedures. Curbside pickup is still available during library hours.
• The Piqua Public Library is currently open from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Patrons are asked to wear a face mask when entering the library and limit their visit from 30 to 60 minutes. Only 30 patrons will be permitted inside the library at a time. In addition, the library will continue to offer curbside services. Patrons can request items by calling the Library at 937-773-6753 or by visiting