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For more than 30 years, Asian elephant Connie has been a beloved resident of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. Now, as she prepares to embark on a new adventure with her close companion, male elephant Hank, the community is invited to join the zoo for a celebration to show Connie, who will turn 50 later this year, and Hank just how much they mean to central Ohio and the future of their species.

The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging (AAA5) is excited to announce its upcoming Lunch and Learn event to encourage individuals to sign up for the Area Agency on Aging wellness coach volunteer program. This event, open to all ages, professions, and life stages, will take place on Friday, July 19, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 2131 Park Avenue West in Ontario at the Hawkins Conference Center, offering in-person attendees a complimentary lunch and insights into the benefits of volunteering for the agency’s wellness classes (Active Living Every Day, Diabetes Empowerment Education Program, Matter of Balance, Tai Chi, and Stepping On).

Step into the enchanted world of Broadway’s classic, Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast,” coming to the Renaissance main stage as part of the Park National Bank Broadway Series. Directed by Ryan Shealy, with musical direction by Kelly Knowlton, this international sensation will captivate audiences over six performances.

As Ohioans prepare for fun and adventure during the upcoming summer boating season, the Ohio Department of Commerce Divisions of Liquor Control and Cannabis Control and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) are emphasizing the importance of adhering to alcohol, cannabis, and boating laws to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience on Ohio’s waterways.

Deborah Fraley, a speech and language pathologist serving Galion City Schools and St. Joseph’s Catholic School in Galion, was recently recognized by the State Support Team 7 with an Outstanding Educator Award.

The Community Foundation for Crawford County is accepting grant applications from non-profit organizations and municipalities, which can be accessed at www.cfcrawford.org/grantseekers. This is the second grant cycle of the year, and the deadline to apply is Aug. 31 with funding distributions to occur in December.

The Crawford Park District is offering the following programs:

COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Ohio Chamber of Commerce Economic Advisor Council recently released its second quarter report on Ohio’s economic trends, challenges and opportunities.

Today, there are nearly 7 million people aged 65 and older in the United States living with Alzheimer’s dementia, including 236,200 in Ohio. The Alzheimer’s Association is encouraging Ohioans to think about their brain health and the benefits of building healthy brain habits during Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month in June.

The Bucyrus Area Chamber of Commerce and Galion-Crestline Area Chamber of Commerce are pleased to announce a new leadership structure for the impending Crawford County Chamber of Commerce. At the Feb. 28 Forecast Breakfast, a forthcoming merger of the two organizations was announced. Since that announcement, the board of directors from both organizations have been working diligently to see the plans for the county-wide chamber come to fruition.