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FEMA relief for flood victims is on the way SATURDAY, JUNE 23, 2018

By JD LONG

jim@harrisonnewsherald.com

CADIZ – Harrison County Director of the Emergency Management Agency (EMA) Eric Wilson brought some old and some new information to the Harrison County Commissioners at Wednesday morning’s meeting. Wilson noted the flooding in the early part of the year and stated that the four townships within Harrison County are applying for FEMA assistance. “e good news is for all FEMA approved projects once they approve them, they’re going to immediately reimburse the townships and the

county 75 percent of the approved cost,” Wilson explained. He added that the state would pitch in 12.5 percent of the remaining 25 percent, leaving the other 12.5 percent for the countytownship’s end. If the county-township used their own employees, material or equipment that would be accepted as their end of the 12.5 percent, Wilson explained. Along those lines, Jefferson County’s Community Action Council (CAC) has applied for funds to clean up streams and creeks that were damaged during the flooding. He said there isn’t enough manpower to go around to clean up the debris that aid in the flooding of those streams. Wilson said he is working with the

CAC, which he said aids Harrison County, and stated a workforce is being hired for Harrison County to help clean up the area’s streams and creeks. “So I’ve got letters sent to the township trustees around the county [and] by July 16th I would like any area that needs to be cleaned up identified,” Wilson explained. “And what the CAC is looking for is latitude and longitude, just get a GPS unit and identity where it’s at so they can preapprove that.” Wilson first opened up with a reminder to the board of the state’s approval for the EMS move next door to the Harrison County Home. e building is already there and the move

Nailing down the details

is expected to be completed in the near future. Wilson then announced a donation from AEP of an 80-foot pole for use as part of a new communication’s tower at that location. He explained that the current tower at the Government Center could not be moved and reused. He said an estimate to build a new one was approximately $160,000. e donation of AEP allows the EMS temporary use for placing their antennas on the donated pole. “So once we’re ready to get that in place our only expense is going to be getting somebody to set that…then to set the antennas in place,” Wilson said. “We greatly appreciate American Electric Power in helping us out with

that particular addition.” He told the board more work would need to be done regarding new estimates as the current ones he has are over a year old. “[I] appreciate your assistance in making that area available again to us,” he told the board. Also, Victim Assistance Coordinator Jessica Norris received approval for the $12,000-plus grant, which pays for position within the Harrison County Victim Assistance Program. Norris said the amount came to just over $7 more than last year’s sum. She said she’s added to her responsibilities with a survey that comes at the end of a case

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Jewett amends ordinance, approves two levy renewals By JD LONG

jim@harrisonnewsherald.com

NH Photos | ESTHER McCOY

Paul LePlante and Wayne Kennedy, Harrison Career Center FFA members, helped to renew 19 benches for the Harrison County Fair that will begin on June 25, with the Junior Fair. Richard Beatty is the instructor for the class that also made tables for Sally Buffalo Park. Scott Porter was the contact for the park. See our special fair section beginning on page 13.

Career center students refurbish benches in time for the fair By ESTHER MCCOY NH Contributor

CADIZ - When the Harrison County Fair, one of the earliest to open to the sounds of cattle, poultry, pigs, rabbits, sheep, ducks and horses, sees the public entering the gates there will be 19 benches that were starting to look weather-worn or coming apart that are all cleaned up with sanding, repairing and painting. is was done in the spring by the Harrison Career Center FFA members who worked to make them look bright and inviting. Admission for those 3 and up is $ 7; wristbands are $5 and rides are not included with admission. Admission starts at 1 p.m. Monday and senior citizens can enter free on Monday. One of the popular events is the crowning

Events

Cancer Crusaders announce race activities August will be here before you know it and the Harrison County Cancer Crusaders want everyone to be ready for their annual 5K Color Race on Aug. 4 See Page 10

of the Junior Fair 2018 king, queen and princess. Bailey Eberhart was the 2017 king; Heather Kellar, 2017 queen; Kiara Birney, 2017 princess; and Jacob Rinkes, 2017 prince. ey will crown their successors to carry on the long-time tradition of the coronation. e event kicks off at 5 p.m., with the presentation of 4-H awards first and outstanding people in 4-H and those who helped make 4-H great. Other events to be held on Monday are a pedal tractor pull at 1:30 p.m. and a motorcross show starting at 7 p.m. Tuesday's events include the 9 a.m. poultry show and the market hog showmanship showing at 5 p.m. and off-track racing at 7 p.m. Wednesday will have a 9 a.m. rabbit show; beef breeding and feeder calf show, at 10 a.m.; baked goods auction in the commercial

Sports

Hopedale Nationals earn championship

e Hopedale Nationals baseball team finished 17-1 this season and earned the distinction of being Edison League champions See Page 6

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building at 4 p.m.; steer show at 7 p.m.; and demo derby at 7 p.m.; ursday will have the horse show at 9 a.m.; dairy show at 10 a.m.; goat show at 5 p.m.; OSTPA truck and tractor pull at 7 p.m. Friday will be the day for the companion animal show at 8:30 a.m.; horse versatility and fun show, 10 a.m.; Junior Fair livestock sale, 1 p.m. and continuing through the evening; and Rafter Rodeo at 7 p.m. Saturday wil have the Ohio Mod Rod Pullers at 10 a.m.; farm stock pull at 10 a.m.; Puskarich Public Library Day at 11 a.m.; COSI events at the Birney Memorial Barn from 1 to 6 p.m.; 1-3 p.m., pee wee contest at 3 p.m.; supreme showmanship, 4 p.m.; chain saw carver, 2 to 5 p.m.; truck and tractor pulls, 7 p.m. and square dance at the barn at 8:30 p.m.

Area

A look back at 100 years of scouting in Cadiz

Cadz scout troop 269 participated in a flag retirment ceremony as their 100 year mark in Cadiz draws near. See Page 9

JEWETT – e village of Jewett on Wednesday revised an old ordinance that deals with junk and unkempt property to include junk vehicles, according to Village Solicitor Jenna Hokes. Hokes announced the amendment to the junk ordinance after noting an ongoing case the village has been involved in where Hokes is handling the matter. “at will get their attention quicker,” Council member Rick Meneely said when suggesting writing a ticket for each day that a property is a problem. When he asked why the court dictates what the village does, Hokes stated that each time the village files a case “the court charges us.” Hokes explained the ordinance was from 2004 but did not include junk vehicles. “It’s still going to regulate the storage the junk within the village however I’ve updated it to include junk vehicle and junk vehicle definitions,” Hokes told council. “And then every violation is a minor misdemeanor $150 a day.” She said she wrote the amended ordinance (2018-07) as an emergency “so we don’t have cases thrown out of court.” Hokes further explained that “the mowing is separate from the fining them.” “So for every day they have a nuisance property it’s a $150, for every time we mow it’s $200 first time and $150 there after,” she said adding that mowing is more difficult. Council approved Hokes’ amendment to the existing ordinance. Also, Clerk Treasurer Linda Ager brought forth two levy renewals for council to approve. Both are 1-mil levy’s with one generating just over $3,500 and the other a little more than $4,300. Ager said both are for current expenses. Council also approved these for submission to the Board of Elections. Hokes also announced the death of a ferret, which was one of the animals taken from a house where the village is in the midst of prosecuting the occupants. e announcement was a solemn moment for council but Hokes said the village would not be responsible for the funeral. Hokes did announce they are looking for a foster home for a three year-old Husky with the possibility of adoption after the case is settled. e dog is also a part of the home on Main Street where numerous animals were seized last summer. She said the Husky is being housed in Noble County and if anyone is interested to contact the village or Hokes directly.

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