OLC plans novena CAREY — The Basilica and National Shrine of Our Lady of Consolation is inviting the public to attend the annual novena to Our Lady of Consolation in preparation for the feast of her Assumption from Aug. 6-14. The celebration of Mary’s assumption into heaven is the largest event at the shrine in Carey. Read More
Local moms, kids get ready for Latch On The World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action organizes World Breastfeeding Week from Aug. 1-7 annually to raise awareness about the benefits of breastfeeding and the need for global support. To mark the occasion, thousands of breastfeeding women and their babies and children across the world will gather in their own communities to take part in the global Big Latch On, a synchronized breastfeeding event. Read More
Scutch and Sycamore churches plan for VBS SYCAMORE — Sycamore United Church of Christ and McCutchenville’s Trinity United Church of Christ will co-host vacation Bible school from 6-8:30 p.m. Sunday through Aug. 6 at Sycamore UCC, 300 S. Sycamore Ave. Youth ages pre-kindergarten through sixth grade are invited to attend. Read More
BuyWay sales slated The Wyandot County Visitors Bureau is working with the Ohio Lincoln Highway Heritage Corridor again this year to coordinate plans for the 11th Lincoln Highway BuyWay yard sales. Dates for this year’s event are Aug. 13-15. Read More
Church bulletins: July 29, 2015 Community Christian Center Today, 6:30 p.m., worship team meeting. Read More
Open Door Color Blast race set Proceeds to benefit services for Wyandot County residents in need. For the fifth year in a row, Open Door Resource Center is hosting a walk and run to support the work it does for families in Wyandot County. Read More
Cochran’s last column This is my last press release, as my official retirement begins Aug. 1. Weekly press releases were submitted beginning in July 2007 to reduce stigma and to promote the education of mental health and addiction issues. Read More
MCL announces events SYCAMORE — The Serving Every Ohioan Technology Training Center bus will be parked at the Mohawk Community Library beginning at 10 a.m. Aug. 4. The center will teach attendees how to use the many types of mobile devices available today. Read More
Meeting minutes: July 27, 2015 The Country Modern Mother’s Day League recently hosted a family picnic at Harrison Smith Park with 37 members and guests in attendance. Dorothy Leslie opened with prayer. Read More
Wyandot chief to speak Old Mission Church recently released its summer service schedule for July and August. Read More