TIFFIN — The Kaiser Family Foundation recently released a report on opioid overdose deaths for calendar year 2014 that shows 1 in 9 heroin deaths across the U.S. happened in Ohio and 1 in 14 synthetic opioid deaths across the nation occurred in the state.

Angeline School and Industries Mon.: chicken nuggets, french fries, corn, fruit.

The following report was prepared and submitted by the Wyandot County Humane Society on Dec. 15 and is correct as of that date: Pets reported as missing since the previous report that have not been found include a male black and tan German shepherd and a tri-color neutered male walker hound.

Ruth Ann Poling of the Kappa Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma International (from left) awarded gift certificates to two Riverdale Elementary School teachers Rebecca Woode and Lexa Kessler, who were chosen by Principal Julie Greer for their accomplishments in teaching children to learn.

FINDLAY — The University of Findlay Concert-Chorale, which includes students and community members, is recruiting choristers for its April 2 spring concert featuring Gabriel Faure’s pieces, including “Requiem.” An audition is required to join the group, but no preparation is necessary.

BUCYRUS — Wynford Junior High students who have met the criteria of a 3.5 GPA or better for the first quarter of the grading period are determined as scholar athletes for the 2016 winter sports season.

A local effort is underway to collect fire relief items to be delivered to Gatlinburg, Tennesse, on Dec. 21. All household items are needed, as well as cleaning, personal hygiene and baby supplies, hats, gloves, coats, clothes and socks in all sizes.

CAREY — The Our Lady of Consolation volunteer bakery is planning a special bake sale this weekend. All profits will be sent to Catholic Relief Services to help assist Mid-Eastern refugees in crisis.

FOREST — The Forest-Jackson Public Library will be closed Dec. 23-26 and Dec. 31 through Jan. 2 for the holidays. The library’s card catalog always is available at www.forestlibrary.org.

ASHLAND — The following students completed their Ashland University degree requirements and will graduate during commencement ceremonies Dec. 17. Danielle Wright of Nevada will receive a Bachelor of Science in education degree.