News briefs: Teens can learn and earn through Goodwill’s Summer Youth program
Goodwill of South Central Ohio is currently accepting applicants for its annual Summer Youth program whereteens and young adults can earn while they learn.
Summer Youth participants work with a Goodwill job coach over a five-week period at area businesses.Participants are paid minimum wage ($10.10 an hour) throughout the program where they learn the skillsneeded to gain work experience to help them get a job and sustain employment when they are ready.Goodwill may be able to provide transportation for participants to-and-from the job sites.
In 2022, the workforce team served 36 youth through the program which is open to ages 14-21 in Athens,Fayette, Hocking, Jackson, Pickaway, Pike, Ross, and Vinton counties. While learning is the focus of theprogram, occasionally there have been participants who are offered a job at the work site.
Sessions this year will run from June 12 to July 14. In addition to our Goodwill stores, this year’s work sitescurrently include:Hocking County: Millstone BBQJackson County: Lazy Dog CampPickaway County: Bubba’s Corner, Tarlton MarketPike County: Dogwood Pass, YMCARoss County: Accurate Heating and Cooling, Bee Guy Supplies, Frisch's, Mighty Children’s Museum, Ross County Park District, Ross County Humane Society, Rural King, Shawnee Campground, Shawnee LanesFayette County: Launch Entertainment, Fayette Humane Society, SNS Janitorial ServiceVinton County: Campbells MarketAnyone interested in the Summer Youth program (individual or business) can contact Goodwill for moreinformation at 740-702-4000 Ext. 129.
Christ in the Passover presentation
BAINBRIDGE - The Bainbridge Church of Christ will host “Christ in the Passover: A Presentation," at 6:30 p.m. March 30. This powerful presentation, shared by Jeff Morgan from Jews for Jesus, will demonstrate the link between the Jewish feast of Passover and the last supper Jesus shared with His disciples.
Join us for an explanation of the beautiful symbolism of the Jewish ceremony called a seder. We’ll weave the story of the Jewish exodus and freedom from slavery together with the messianic hope realized in Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection. The words “do this in remembrance of Me” will take on an even deeper meaning to Christians as we learn the significance of the tradition Jesus observed the night before He died and give us a closer look at the very Jewish life He led. Jewish or not, religious or not—all are welcome.
The Bainbridge Church of Christ is located at 3812 U. S. 50 and there is no cost to attend.
CAC hosting 2nd annual spring community event
The Community Action Committee of Pike County (CAC) will be hosting a Spring Community Event from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 4 at the Pike County Fairgrounds’ Multipurpose Building area at 311 Mill Street in Piketon.
This is a no cost event for the community to enjoy holiday fun with an Easter Egg Hunt and visit with the Easter Bunny. In addition to the holiday attractions, valuable information about the resources and programs at the CAC as well as other community partners will be available.
The Easter Egg Hunt will be separated by timeframes and will have areas designated for age groups to ensure safety and enjoyment for all the children that wish to participate.
In addition to the CAC Programs, the partnering organizations of CAC will be participating in this event to showcase their services as well. Local agencies and businesses interested in participating in the event are welcome to contact Adam Days at OhioMeansJobs Pike County at (740) 289 – 2371 or adays@pikecac.org.
“Due to the success of last year’s Spring Community Event and the joy it brought to the residents of our area, we are excited to be bringing this event to Pike County for the second year,” stated Keith Pitts, Executive Director of the Community Action Committee of Pike County. “It has become our goal to continue to host these events that assist ending poverty by empowering and improving people’s lives while building strong communities in our area.”
This event is open to the public and is no cost to attend. The event begins at 5 pm. For more information, please contact Amber Wheeler at (740) 289 - 2371 or visit pikecac.org. Follow us on Facebook for up-to-date information. Face coverings and social distancing is highly encouraged during this event.
Meetings
Chillicothe Tree Commission meeting will be at 5 p.m. Tuesday, March 21, in the first-floor conference room of the City Administration Building (35 South Paint Street, Chillicothe, OH 45601).
The Green Township Board of Trustees will be conducting a special meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday March 22, to discuss actions regarding nuisance properties in Green Township, review the potential purchase of a used ladder truck for the fire department, to implement bid procedures for the chip and seal of various roads, and to address personnel issues. The meeting will be held at the Township Office located at 10153 SR 159, Kingston.
Ray Pack Scholarship applications accepted
The Raymond J. Pack Memorial Scholarship Fund is now accepting applications from Ross County high school seniors for college or adult education degrees.
If you have overcome a major obstacle, handicap, or challenge in your life, you may qualify!
The Raymond J. Pack Scholarships are offered to Ross County High School Seniors planning to attend college in 2023-2024, and are renewable.
Other qualifications are:Must be a resident of Ross County,Have some financial need,Maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA.
The deadline for this year’s applications are Tuesday, April 11.
Please see your School Guidance Counselor for more information.
The Raymond J. Pack Scholarship is distributed by:The Peter J. Blosser Student Loan FundP.O. Box 6160, Chillicothe, OH 45601 (740)773-0043Email: info@blossertrust.org
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