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SEPTEMBER 21

Chester

Blood drive, 1-6 p.m., Everyday Church 1298 Lincoln Ave.; appointment at 800-733-2767

Chester Church of the Nazarene, 217 Third St. welcomes Rev. Billy Huddleston for Revival Services, 7:00 p.m.

LaCroft

Liverpool Township trustees, 6:30 p.m.

Wellsville

School board, WHS media center, 6:30 p.m.

SEPTEMBER 22

Lisbon

Village Council, 6:30 p.m., BPA, 5 p.m.; Village Hall, 203 N. Market Street

MHRS board, 5:30 p.m. via Zoom, http://www.ccmhrsb.org for link

Wellsville

Yellow Creek Township trustees, 7 p.m. township building, Mark Allison (843-7591), Kenny bianco (692-1666) or Noah Allison (383-0481) if issues arise

Lisbon

Columbiana County Park District Board, special session, park district garage, 4:30 p.m.

Salineville

Southern BOE, special meeting, cafeteria, 6:30 p.m., executive session/personnel

Chester

Chester Church of the Nazarene, 217 Third St. welcomes Rev. Billy Huddleston for Revival Services, 7:00 p.m.

SEPTEMBER 23

Lisbon

County records commission, 10 a.m., auditors conference room

Center Township trustees, 7 p.m., office, moved from Sept. 24

West Point

Madison Township trustees, 6 p.m., township hall

Chester

Chester Church of the Nazarene, 217 Third St. welcomes Rev. Billy Huddleston for Revival Services, 7:00 p.m.

SEPTEMBER 24

Columbiana

Oasis Food Ministry drive-thru food distribution, 4-6 p.m., First Christian Church, 39 Cherry St., trunks empty, Ohio residents only, photo ID, maximum two households per car.

East Liverpool

Community and Learning Center presents the movie The Bad and the Beautiful, 6:30 p.m., free admission and popcorn

Lisbon

Change Center Township trustees, moved to Sept. 23

CAA directors, noon via Zoom, 424-7221 for login info

SEPTEMBER 25

East Liverpool

Movie Witness for the Prosecution, EL Community and Learning Center, 6:30 p.m., free admission, popcorn.

East Palestine

Fish fry, Moose, 4-7 p.m.

Wellsville

Carry-out Free Dinner, Living Well Church, chicken parmesan with spaghetti, salad & dessert. Deliveries available for the elderly and disabled. Call 330-382-9653 with reservations.

SEPTEMBER 26

Calcutta

Beaver Creek Wildlife Education Center, 1-5 p.m.

Columbiana

Outdoor book sale, library, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Mile Alzheimers walk, Whispering Pines, signups 9:45 a.m., walk at 10:05, $40 includes T-shirt, 482-9400, benefits Alzeimers Association

Negley

VFD open house, noon to 4 p.m.

SEPTEMBER 27

Midland

St. Anthony Club take out dinners, 12-5 p.m., $15 stuffed cabbage or $15 gnocchi. Must call ahead and place order 724-643-1820. Pick up at side door

SEPTEMBER 28

Calcutta

St. Clair Township Trustees, 4 p.m., community building.

Lisbon

Lisbon Methodist Church Apple Pie Sale, presale only, pick up Oct. 9, 330-424-5212; $12 for 9-inch deep dish

OCTOBER 1

East Liverpool

Community and Learning Center presents the movie Casablanca, 6:30 p.m., free admission and popcorn

OCTOBER 3

Chester

Outdoor craft show, city park, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Lions Club selling food

Glenmoor

Carryout spaghetti dinner, American Legion, 2:30 til gone, 385-0032

Lisbon

Scarecrows on the Square contest, gazebo, setup starts 11 a.m.

OCTOBER 5

LaCroft

Liverpool Township trustees, 6:30 p.m.

OCTOBER 8

East Liverpool

Community and Learning Center presents the movie Being There, 6:30 p.m., free admission and popcorn

OCTOBER 15

East Liverpool

Movie All the Kings Men, EL Area Community and Learning Center, 6:30., free admission, popcorn

OCTOBER 22

East Liverpool

Movie The Manchurian Candidate, EL Area Community and Learning Center, 6:30., free admission, popcorn

OCTOBER 31

Summitville

Trick or treat, 5:30-7:30 p.m., leave porch light on

Wellsville

Trick or treat, 5:30-7 p.m.

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ROCKY RIVER, Ohio The City of Rocky River is working hard to complete the large amount of construction projects taken on in 2020.

The citys Safety Service Director, Rich Snyder, provided a list of updates on the projects as we enter autumn.

The updates include:

Story Road: Sidewalks are in and most of the final asphalt is done. Repairs have been made to the signal loop and normal signal operation at Story Road and Wooster Road is expected next week. Traffic will resume to normal, two-way traffic on Thursday, Sept. 24.

2020 tree and sidewalk program The majority of the project is complete with a few punch list items remaining. All work is expected to be completed within the next two weeks.

Rocky River police station The north wall of the police station block is in and the contractor will begin working on the west wall. Bids will be going out for the landscape portion of this project next week.

2020 street repair program The concrete subcontractor is working through the streets. Asphalt milling will take place within the next two weeks.

Center Ridge Road signalization project Miller Cable is the contractor for the project. Construction will begin on Tuesday, Sept. 22.

Bradstreets Landing There appears to be a lowest bidder for this project. The contract is currently under review by city council.

Rocky River Chamber of Commerce Coordinated a planting event at city hall park gazebo on Sept. 19. Thank you for your cooperation in beautifying our city and parks.

Riverdale - The Riverdale Drive road widening project by Great Lakes Construction is complete with the exception of a few punch list items.

We would like to thank all the residents in the area for all their patience and consideration during the construction. While the construction portion of the project is complete, the city will be continuing with a beautification project in the area that will include the clearing of overgrown brush and dead trees along Yacht Club Drive and the installation of new trees and ornamental grasses between Yacht Club Drive and Riverdale Drive.

Additionally, we will be performing a sewer project to mitigate flooding on South Island Drive and a resurfacing project for the remainder of Riverdale Drive and South Island Drive in 2021. We are also in the process of evaluating the parking area under the bridge and planning aesthetic improvements.

For questions contact Director of Public Safety Service, Rich Snyder, at 440-331-0600.

See more here:
City of Rocky River beginning to see an end to 2020 construction projects - cleveland.com

The crisp fall air is calling our name as COVID-19 restrictions remain in place. With most of us spending way more time at home than ever before, its important to go outside and get some vitamin D before winter comes {cue the Game of Thrones references}. Living in a city, however, can make it challenging to get some quality time on your own without too many people around.

Well, you came to the right place as below are the top 10 best spots in Hoboken, Jersey City, and the surrounding areas to get some outdoor peace and quiet.

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Youd be surprised how few people realize that a top-ranked STEM university is located right in the heart of Hoboken. And what many people dont know is how beautiful, picturesque, and oddly peaceful the campus is. To see for yourself and get some quiet time, make your way to Castle Point Lookout. PS: youll find some of the best views in town here, too.

A beachanda city like Hoboken might not seem like a likely pairing, but the Mile Square is actually home to a small, sandy, beach-like area. If you walk over to Maxwell Place, youll find the Hoboken Kayaking Company adjacent to a small area of sand along the Hudson River. Sure, its no Jersey Shore, but you can still get that dipping the sand beneath your toes sort of feeling while hearing the waves crash.

Just before the skatepark on Sinatra Drive, there is a charming gazebo right on the water. If you go early in the morning, you may be the only one inside and can absolutely get some peace and quiet while watching commuters engage in their morning rush to get to work on time or those going for an early morning run.

Read More: 10 Fun Fall Activities to Do in New Jersey

For some seriously off-the-beaten-path secluded solitude, look no further than the Hoboken viaduct. The viaduct is the perfect hidden, quiet place that actually leads locals from Hoboken to Union City. And if you need some furry companions, theres a dog park nearby as well.

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If you head west to the Monroe Center and youll find some benches at the north end between the buildings that offer some lovely solitude for those in need of some downtime. While youre there order a Shaka Bowl to go, make your way to the benches, and enjoy your meal alfresco.

For those in need of a brief, serene escape, get out of Hoboken and make your way to Weehawken to visit Lincoln Harbor. This area does not have a ton of foot traffic, but it does have some really great restaurants {that are open for outdoor dining}, and perfect views that can complement your peace and quiet.

See More: Your Guide to Pumpkin and Apple Picking in North Jersey

If youre looking for a change of pace to your normal running or walking routine, head to Lincoln Park West. There is a trail that runs for about a mile through a marsh in Lincoln Park in Jersey City and is perfectly serene for those in need of a minute to themselves.

Before a day of Zoom meetings gets too hectic, stop by Columbus Park in the center courtyard by the fountain for an early morning period of relaxation. For some extra you-time, be sure to check out the lower garden for prime and seculded bench seating.

Hidden on 11th street between Madison and Monroe are some seriously peaceful picnic tables perfect for an alfresco meal or to enjoy some much-needed alone time. The beautiful vines frame the tables and are a calming and private part of town.

Having opened five years ago, the Weekhawken Reservoir still remains a bit of a secret to visitors and locals alike. This 14-acre reservoir sits on the Palisades above the New Jersey entrance to the Lincoln Tunnel and features walking and running trails along the perimeter that are great for a calming walk or run.

Have you ever been to any of these spots? Do you have any other places to get some peace and quiet in Hoboken and/or the surrounding towns? Comment below!

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The Best Spots in Hoboken, Jersey City, + Beyond for Peace and Quiet - hobokengirl.com

Thursday marked the 233rd anniversary of the signing of the Constitution of the United States. To raise awareness for the anniversary, Eric Robyn and Art Halvorson, both local retired militay men, put together an abridged reading of the document on Thursday morning at the gazebo in the Public Square.

We knew that his anniversary was coming up and, having served in the military, we took an oath to support and defend the Constitution, so were really serious about how important the Constitution is, Robyn said. Its what makes America so exceptional. Its the foundation for all that happens in our country.

Theres a reason the United States is still in existence and the most powerful nation in history, Halvorson said. And it goes back to this document.

Robyn and Halvorson are part of a group unofficially named the ROMEOs Retired Old Men Eating Out that meets every Wednesday morning for breakfast.

They are also both associated with Officers Christian Fellowship.

We decided, Lets celebrate it, Robyn said.

The hour-long celebration began with a presentation of the colors by the Ford Bedford Color Guard, followed by the national anthem and pledge of allegiance.

Then came the abridged reading of the Constitution.

Its so important for us to pass this inheritance down and help the next generation understand what we have been given, Robyn said, mentioning that some people may not have read or may not understand the Constitution.

Halvorson and Robyn both emphasized their appreciation for the Constitution.

If you have a solid foundation, the house will stand. And it still stands. And I think it will continue to stand, Halvorson said. So far, weve gone through a Civil War, World Wars, and its held together. Remarkable.

We owe a lot to those before us, Robyn said. We want a deep appreciation for (those who died protecting it).

We can keep the fire burning, Halvorson added. If we dont do it, whos going to do it? So thats what were trying to do.

They said they hope to continue the celebrations annually.

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City of Cottonwood Art Exhibit: Close-Ups of Nature by Carol Carbine

Meet Carol Carbine from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26 and ask her questions about her City of Cottonwood Art Exhibit: Close-Ups of Nature.

The exhibit is on display at Cottonwood Council Chambers, 826 N. Main St. in Old Town Cottonwood.

For more than two years, Carbine has studied Cottonwoods landscapes.

Im in my own world of spirituality when experiencing nature in its simple yet complex structures, she said. Sometimes it seems as though the scene has been set only for an artist to come along to interrupt it. That is what I have done with Close-ups of Nature.

Face masks are required while viewing the artwork.

No pickles nor pies at this years Fort Verde Days

The Verde Valley Questers will not sell their pickles nor their pies during this years Fort Verde Days.

Normally the Questers sell their homemade treats at the historic Hance House, but this year, the Hance House is closed for repairs, restoration and renovation.

Your past support of our pie sales has enabled the beautiful restorative work on this historic Camp Verde home, said Verde Valley Questers Pickles and Pies Fundraiser Co-Chairs Diana Hopper and Deborah Schwallie. Thank you for your interest in this project, in our communitys history and in the Verde Valley Questers Pickles and Pies Fundraiser. We look forward to seeing you next year during Fort Verde Days when we plan to return to the Hance House to sell our homemade goods. We hope you will come again in 2021 to enjoy the sale and join us in support of historic preservation.

Windmill Park Farmers Market open through December

The Windmill Park Farmers Market in Cornville is open through December.

Located at 9550 Cornville Road, come to the market to shop for fresh local organic foods along the creek, under the trees, in the cool grass of a beautiful park.

Cornville American Legion car show is Saturday

Cornville American Legion Post 135 and Auxiliary, in cooperation with Galpin Auto and RV, will host the fourth annual Oktoberfest Car Show, Saturday, Sept. 26. Parking starts at 7:30 a.m. The show opens at 9 a.m. Judging is at noon, followed by an awards presentation.

Galpin RV is at 925 E. State Route 89A, Cottonwood. Available spaces are increased to 70.

All types and years of cars and trucks are welcome to compete. Pre-registration is $20 and registration the day of the event is $25. Spectators can attend free of charge.

Each registered driver will receive a free lunch. Masks are encouraged and COVID-19 protective measures will be in effect.

Seven trophies will be awarded, including the Commanders Choice, chosen by event coordinator, Jan Allbright and Judge, Wayne Boren.

Making this year memorable, the post recently learned that their name changes from Cornville to American Legion Donald C. Thompson Post 135, recognizing a past Cornville resident and World War II pilot who died in 2009.

Applications for registration can also be found at: arizonacarshows.com, by calling 928-649-3374 or by emailing sicily84@cableone.net.

Jerome cancels this years Firefighters Halloween Ball

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Jerome Volunteer Fire Department auxiliary will not host this years Firefighters Halloween Ball.

Each year, this is the auxiliarys biggest fundraiser for the year, with an average of more than $9,000 profit for the event.

Without this income, it will be hard to sustain the Jerome Fire Department Auxiliary's needs the Auxiliary provides for some training, uniforms and additional equipment not budgeted for in the town's budget, Auxiliary President Burt Doss stated in a news release.

The auxiliary asks the public for donations through a Go Fund Me or Pay Pal accounts. If you are not computer savvy and wish to make a donation you can mail it to the Jerome Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary at P.O. Box 1025, Jerome, Arizona 86331.

It is the auxiliaries hope that you would be able to generously donate to our cause which directly benefits the Jerome Volunteer Fire Department, Doss stated. The Jerome Fire Department Auxiliary is a 501 (c) (3). Any donation can be used as a tax deduction.

Visit the Jerome Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliarys web page or Facebook for more donation information.

If you would like to receive a receipt from the Fire Departments auxiliary include your mailing address.

8-week classes start Oct. 12

Yavapai College will offer a variety of eight-week classes to help students catch up, get ahead or even launch a new life direction.

The nearly 100 classes will start Oct. 12 and will offer something for the lifelong learner. A list of eight-week classes is at yc.edu/v6/marketing/pages/eight-week-classes.html.

Womens Suffrage Exhibit at Camp Verde Library through Sept. 29

Womens Suffrage Centennial Exhibit is at Camp Verde Community Library through Sept. 29.

The traveling exhibit was designed and funded by the Arizona State Organization of Questers gives viewers an opportunity to look back at the effort it took for women to be granted full citizenship and the vote.

Although history has downplayed suffrage as a footnote in American history, it was the nations largest civil rights movement.

Six illustrated freestanding banners in the Questers Womens Suffrage Exhibit describe the reasons suffragists fought for the vote, the actions they took, obstacles they faced, the suffrage campaign in Arizona, and progress women have made since gaining the right to vote.

Camp Verde Community Library is at 130 N. Black Bridge Road. The Womens Suffrage Centennial Exhibit is on the first floor of the library and can be seen during library open hours, Monday Friday from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. Call 928-554-8380 for more information.

Sedona cancels three fall signature events

With Gov. Doug Duceys executive order prohibiting public group gatherings of more than 50 people and the citys desire to keep residents and visitors safe, Sedonas Parks and Recreation Department will not hold the following three events this fall:

Sedona Stumble Trail Run, Oct. 3;

Pumpkin Splash, Oct. 17;

Uptown Trick-or-Treat, Oct. 31.

For more information about Parks and Recreation opportunities, visit sedonaaz.gov/parks.

Give blood at Mingus Union, Sept. 30

The next Mingus Union High School blood drive will be from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30 at the high schools small gymnasium.

Mingus Union High School is at 1801 E. Fir St, Cottonwood.

Masks are required to come to campus. Please park in the dirt lot across the street from the school off Camino Real. No fasting required. Bring picture ID. Appointments can be booked online through vitalant.org but are not required. Vitalant is offering free anti-body testing with your donation. Drink lots of water and eat a good breakfast before you give blood.

Job and Career Virtual Fair 2020

Yavapai College will hold its Job and Career Virtual Fair 2020 from 2:30 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6 at YC.edu/jobfair.

Learn about the latest information about careers. Apply for part-time, full-time and temporary jobs. Meet with representatives from business, healthcare and non-profit organizations.

For more information, visit http//bit.ly/YavCtyJobFair or email Katherine.Anderson@yc.edu.

Wanted: Hi-Lo Yearbooks

Did you or someone in your family attend Mingus Union High School in Jerome?

Clarkdale Historical Society and Museum is seeking copies of the Hi-Lo yearbooks dated 1959 to 1972.

Though the school was located in Jerome, sports were practiced and played in Clarkdale, said Michael Lindner, CHSM president. That makes them relevant to Clarkdale.

CHSM would like to borrow any of the issues not currently in the collection. The property will not be harmed in any way. It will be returned to the owner after it is scanned.

To help, call 928-649-1198 or email info@clarkdalemuseum.org.

Visitors can peruse copies of the Clarkdale High School Alchemist (1920-1950) and the Hilltopper (1952-1957) by visiting the CHSM website at clarkdalemuseum.org.

Yappy Hour returns Sept. 24

Starting Sept. 24, the city of Sedonas Parks and Recreation Department will bring back Yappy Hour on Thursdays from 9 a.m. until 10 a.m. on the multi-use field in Posse Grounds Park.

This is the opportunity for your four-legged friend to run and socialize with other dogs. Per city code and park rules, dogs are not allowed on the athletic fields and are required to be on a leash, but during Yappy Hour, participants get to bend those rules.

For the safety of participants, the following new COVID-19 considerations and safety protocols have been implemented:

-Dog owners must physically distance at least six feet. If not able to maintain the six-foot distance, dog owners must wear a face covering recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

-If a dog owner is not feeling well or is experiencing any COVID-19 or flu-like symptoms, they should stay home.

-Sharing of dog toys or other equipment is discouraged.

-Owners are responsible to provide their own water bowls, toys/equipment, etc.

-It is highly recommended dog owners wash their hands before and after.

-As a courtesy, please do not arrive prior to start time as participants will not be allowed on the field until 9 a.m.

Other important tips to remember and share with fellow dog owners so that the program continues are: all dog park rules apply and owners are responsible for the safety and behavior of their dogs, including picking up after their pets and observing city code and park rules outside of Yappy Hour.

If there is a high volume of violators using the fields during non-program hours, or participants are not following COVID-19 protocols, this program will be discontinued.

For more information and to review the rules in full detail, visit sedonaaz.gov/parks.

Clarkdale plans Halloween events but cancels 2020 Safe Trick or Treating

The Town of Clarkdale typically hosts the Safe Trick or Treating event on Halloween each year with more than 1,500 trick-or-treaters and their families visiting the streets of upper Clarkdale.

Due to COVID-19 and public health and safety concerns for the children and their families, the Town will not hold its annual Halloween event as usual this year. To keep the Halloween spirit alive, Clarkdale will instead do the following:

-Decorate Town Park gazebo: Town staff, along with the help of volunteers, will decorate the Town Park and gazebo with festive Halloween decorations, thanks to sponsor State Farm Agent Jennifer Griffin.

-Best Halloween House Decorating Competition: Clarkdale residents will compete for the best decorated home. Entries will be posted online for the public to vote for a Peoples Choice winner and judges will choose the First-Place winner.

-Virtual Childrens Costume Contest: Clarkdales traditional costume contest takes on a new look this year. Verde Valley children will compete for the best costume in their age group. Entries will be accepted online through the Towns Facebook page.

If you would like to contribute to Halloween 2020 or sponsor the Halloween House Competition or the Childrens Costume Contest, here is how you can donate:

-Drop off at the Town Administration Building at 39 N. 9th St., Clarkdale

-Mail to: Town of Clarkdale, Attn: Parks & Recreation, P.O. Box 308, Clarkdale, AZ 86324

For planning purposes, donations would be appreciated by Sept. 12.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Parks & Recreation Department at 928-639-2460 or by email: parks.rec@clarkdale.az.gov.

Sedona, Yavapai County collect hazardous waste, electronics, Oct. 3

The City of Sedona and Yavapai County will host a free household hazardous waste and electronics collection day on Saturday, Oct. 3 from 8 a.m. until noon at the Sedona City Hall complex, 102 Roadrunner Drive.

This event is for residents of Sedona and unincorporated Yavapai County. Be prepared to wear a mask and show a drivers license and one utility bill as proof of residence.

Waste that will be accepted includes aerosol paints and spray products, batteries, computer equipment, gasoline, household cleaners, kerosene, light bulbs, pesticides, pool chemicals, small appliances, small electronic devices, standard grill and camping propane tanks, oil-based paints, stains, solvents, thinners, televisions and adhesives.

Waste that will not be accepted includes ammunition and fireworks, lead acid batteries or any vehicle batteries, commercial business waste, explosives, compressed gas cylinders other than propane such as oxygen, latex paints, medical waste or prescription drugs, motor oil and oil filters, radioactive materials including smoke detectors, tires of any kind or any other material or items not listed in the accepted list.

To dispose of some of the items not accepted at this collection, add kitty litter or sawdust to latex paint to dry it out and dispose with regular trash. If you can remove the dried paint from the can, please recycle the can.

Prescription drugs can be taken to the Sedona Police Department lobby at the City Hall complex and deposited in the prescription drop box. Anyone can do this, and residency is not required.

Vehicle batteries and motor oil can be returned to garages or auto supply stores.

Sedona residents in Coconino County may participate. They also may drop off items year-round at the Flagstaff Hazardous Products Center. Visit flagstaff.az.gov/hpc or call 928-213-2159 for more information.

Disposing of hazardous waste in landfills contaminates drinking water and can kill wildlife. Throwing out electronics can waste billions of dollars in recoverable materials such as gold, silver, coltan, copper, palladium, platinum and other valuable metals. Proper disposal is important for protecting the health of humans and our environment.

For more information, contact Sustainability Coordinator McKenzie Jones at mjones@sedonaaz.gov or 928-203-5060.

September is Library Card Sign-up Month

September is Library Card Sign-up Month, a time when Camp Verde Community Library joins the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries nationwide to remind you that signing up for a library card is the first step on the path to academic achievement and lifelong learning.

As new technologies evolve, libraries continue to lead the way in providing equity of access to digital tools and media. At Camp Verde Community Library, in addition to the thousands of e-books available, youll find a wide variety of educational resources and activities, such as Tutor.com, World Book Online, Learning Express, Freegal Music, Tumblebooks, Mango Languages, UniversalClass Online Courses and Chilton Auto. All are available, free, with a library card.

Camp Verde Community Library continues to adapt and expand services to meet the evolving needs of our community and the times.

You can now sign up online for a temporary library card, which allows you to use all of the librarys online resources. Whenever you are ready to gain access to our physical collection, you can simply come in the library with a photo ID and proof of address to pick up your permanent card.

To sign up for a library card or to learn more about the librarys resources and programs, visit campverde.az.gov/departments/community-library.

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Community events and announcements: Sept. 22, 2020 - Verde Independent

Sometimes, for sanity's sake, you just have to laugh at what is happening in this crazy year of very serious debates over how our elections are going to be conducted.

Maybe these two related stories out of battleground Michigan in the last few days will help although, be forewarned, one's a bit more overtly humorous than the other.

Barb Byrum, the county clerk in Lansing, announced Friday that she had filed a criminal complaint with the local police and the Ingham County sheriff against John Pavlik of Mason, a town of about 8,500 souls about 15 miles south of the state capital.

His alleged crime: a potentially very unclean if minimal form of election fraud.

Pavlik is a retired plumber and has a lot of toilets around the house. Having followed the ongoing disputes over the propriety of voting absentee, he apparently decided to have a little fun.

So, a week ago Sunday, he placed one of his commodes in front of his house along with a large sign stating, "Place Mail in Ballots Here."

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"I thought it would be kind of cute, a little satire to put it out on my front lawn and put the sign on it," he told a local TV station.

Byrum did not appreciate the attempt at humor and contacted the police, who soon showed up at the house to take statements from Pavlik and his wife. By Friday, Byrum, a Democrat with responsibility for a slice of election administration in a tossup state, called for the plumber to be prosecuted.

"Elections in this country are to be taken seriously and there are many people who are voting by mail for the first time," she said. "We need to put out accurate, complete information about voting by mail, which is the safest way to vote during the pandemic. That starts at the top and I worry that the misinformation coming from President Trump is encouraging people to lose faith in the absentee voting process."

She pointed out that it is a felony to take illegal possession of an absentee ballot with a maximum punishment of five years in prison and a $1,000 fine.

The county prosecutor's office has declined to pursue the case but there is no word from the Mason police department.

One little postscript: Byrum is more than prolific on social media, particularly Twitter, where she has posted more than 20,000 tweets, a good number of which highlight her frequent biking and running outings.

She posted this in a tweet on Saturday: "What did one fly say to the other? Is this stool taken?"

Speaking of jokes, remember that knee-slapper in which the president of the United States keeps undermining the integrity of the election calling the impending record use of mailed ballots a sure-fire path to fraud based on, well, no evidence whatsoever?

It's such a great one that he has tweeted more than 50 times about it since April.

Well, our president, never to be constrained by his previous statements, decided on Monday to change directions 180 degrees at least when it comes to a state where he's trailing but counting on voters to give him 16 electoral votes.

"Attention MICHIGAN! Early voting has started AND absentee ballots are being mailed out. Take advantage of the early voting and absentee calendar. Vote in person today or request an absentee ballot here."

He then provided a link just to be helpful. (Early voting in Michigan actually doesn't start until Thursday.)

It was Trump, you may recall, who threatened to withhold funding from Michigan after Democratic Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson mailed absentee ballot applications to every voter before the primary and promised to do it again before the general election.

"Mail-in ballots are very dangerous. There's tremendous fraud involved and tremendous illegality," he said then.

Last week the state's court of appeals ruled that Benson's actions were legal.

Maybe they were just joking.

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CALABASAS, CAReaching into the multi-platinum artists overflowing pipes and pulling out several feces-and-toilet-paper-covered trophies, exasperated local plumber Larry DeGroot explained to Kanye West Thursday why flushing large metal awards was bad for his toilet. Well, I think I found the problem, and that clanking metal noise youre hearing probably has something to do with all the Grammys, BET Awards, and Moonman you have clogging up the works, said DeGroot, who after using a snake to extract the dozens of honorary doctorates, certificates, and framed albums from the system, shook his head in disbelief when he found a full 6-feet long Teen Choice Award surfboard banging around in the septic tank. Look pal, Im not trying to shame you, but mashing these metal trophies around with a toilet brush or pouring down a ton of Drano is just going to cost you another 1,000 bucks. Trust me, I dealt with the same thing at John Williams house. The worst thing you can do is ignore the problem and keep relieving yourself on top of it until it builds up too much pressure and explodes. At press time, DeGroot added that it didnt seem to be all Kanyes fault, as there also seemed to be several red-carpet gowns, large diamonds, and designer leather pumps flushed down the toilet.

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Exasperated Plumber Explains To Kanye West Why Flushing Awards Bad For Toilet - The Onion

Billy Rogers got his start in the plumbing business working for various contractors, and later worked as a plumbing inspector for the city of Richmond and Henrico County. In 2003, he decided to go into business for himself.

He really missed working in the field and decided to try things on his own in our community instead of the daily grind of commuting to Richmond, said Lisa Rogers, vice president of JSJ Plumbing.

In the nearly two decades since they opened, the Rogers have found success in many ways, most prominently in getting referrals from satisfied customers.

We consider ourselves to be a mom and pop family-oriented business, Lisa said. Weve enjoyed creating relationships within the community and the surrounding area with customers and contractors that have been with us since we started. We took pride in the fact that we are known for the quality of our workmanship.

Billy and Lisa are very involved with the Louisa County High School fishing team, helping them with fundraising and planning fishing tournaments and other events.

One of the biggest challenges facing JSJ Plumbing today, and indeed many trade professions, is a lack of interest from potential workers.

Sadly, society has encouraged our young people to only go to college in order to be successful, Lisa said. This has caused the construction industry to struggle in finding good, hard-working employees that want to make an honest living with a skilled trade.

The best advice Rogers can give to aspiring business owners is simple.

Work hard, be honest and set high standards for both your employees and your workmanship, she said. In todays world, integrity goes a long way.

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Washington County, WI Neighbors across Washington County have had a brief taste of crisp temperatures ahead this fall and winter and the fellas at Albiero Plumbing & HVAC say now is the time to invest in a new furnace.

With some of the money youve been geting back from the federal government it makes for a good investment to help add value to your house, said Albiero owner Travis Roell.

Albiero Plumbing & Heating ordered 75 furnaces so they already have the items in stock ready to be installed.

Were running about two weeks out on installations; but because its not that cold it is a good time to get it done, Roell said.

Another bonus for the customer is the free wi-fi thermostat.

Because we bought a large quantity of furnaces we got a great deal on wi-fi theromstats and were passing that savings along to the customer, said Jon Bohn, a heating specialist with Albiero Plumbing & HVAC.

Albiero Plumbing, Inc. is a proud dealer of Armstrong air conditioners and furnaces. Armstrong is one of the most respected and recognized names in the heating and cooling industry, and we stand by their line of products. We are proud to supply our customers with a product line that is synonymous with industry leadership, dedicated customer service, and product integrity.

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