MARION — Mackenzie Heacock of Forest was among the 22 physical therapy assistant graduates who passed the national board exam as Marion Technical College celebrated a 100 percent pass rate during the students’ first try.

ATHENS — Ohio University recently recognized the academic achievements of students by publishing the 2014-15 spring semester graduate and dean’s lists. Local graduates included Morgan A. Wentling, Bachelor of Science, and Alexander A. Keister, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, both of Carey; and Julian E. Pelfrey, Bachelor of Science, Health R. Hawkins, Bachelor of Business Administration, and Zachary J. Frey, Bachelor …

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.

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.

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.

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.

Community Christian Center Today, 6:30 p.m., worship team meeting.

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.

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.