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Yahoo
26-07-2025
- Politics
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DD levy rally set for Aug. 1
Jul. 24—Event to serve as call to volunteers SOUTH POINT — A rally is set for Friday, Aug. 1 in support of a ballot levy in the general election in November that would fund the county's developmental disabilities services. Julie Monroe, superintendent of Open Door School, operated by Lawrence County Developmental Disabilities, said the event is being organized by Lawrence County Advocates for DD, a political action committee in support of the levy, and is set for 6-8 p.m. at the South Point Community Center. Trending * Piketon man found guilty of 4 counts of murder in traffic accident * Fair concludes with livestock auction Monroe said advocates are seeking a 2.5 mill levy on the ballot. "This will enable us to continue to provide services for people of all ages with developmental disabilities in the county," she said. Monroe said there has not been a levy in support of DD services approved since 2006. "And these levies don't increase," she said, noting this does not meet current needs. "So we are very far behind and that's why we are asking for an increase." The event will feature music by Emmy Davis and MacLean James, as well food. Monroe said its primary purpose is to serve for organizing and to recruit supporters for the campaign in backing the levy. Trending * Reds' 3rd baseman Stewart making name for himself * Facing Hunger Foodbank will have food giveaway in Ironton on Friday "There will be information on how to help, as well as yard signs," she said. "It's a call for volunteers." The last time a DD levy was on the ballot in the county was 2019, when a 10-year, 2.5 mill levy was defeated by less than two percent. You Might Like News, Local, Top Home, Politics, Z Newsletter — News Candidates begin filing for office News Ozzy Osbourne has died at age 76 News Wrestling legend Hulk Hogan has died at the age of 71 in Florida News Taste of Ironton canceled Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
27-03-2025
- General
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ChiliFest packs them in
Mar. 27—Annual DD event brings in hundreds COAL GROVE — It was packed throughout Open Door School on Saturday as at the community came out in droves for the annual ChiliFest. "We are very happy with the turnout," said Julie Monroe, superintendent with Lawrence County DD, "We've got a lot of people from the community and people with developmental disabilities, so it is a chance to interact. And it is a chance for people to come in and see our facilities. And it is a good experience for both." One of the students, Allen, who was acting as emcee for the event and other students were helping out where they could. And Monroe was having a good time. "I am! It is so good to see everyone," she said. "And the chili is really good. My favorite part is the wonderful chili and all the vendors." There were 20 different groups offering up their best chili to both support the school fundraiser and to get bragging rights. Those tasked to judge the 20 entries this year were Lawrence County auditor Paul David Knipp, Lawrence County Probate Judge Patricia Sanders, Big John and Bill Cornwell from Kindred Communications and Lawrence County Commissioner Colton Copley. This is the fifth or sixth year that Copley has been a judge. He said the Open Door school does a great job with the funding they have and that he appreciated that fundraisers like Chilifest brings out the community and the kids and adults that use the Lawrence County DD programs. "I do like to come here and have great chili, but the real thing is coming out to raise money to support their budget. It is much needed," he said. And as a long-time chili judge, what is his secret to picking the best. "You just take them one at a time," he said, adding he created a number system so he can keep track. Although, he favors the more traditional chili. "I am a traditional guy," he said. "I enjoy the chicken chilis, but I find myself leaning to the traditional flavor. I think growing up, going to elementary school here in southern Ohio, I remember the traditional chili with a peanut butter sandwich. That's the one I kind of end up leaning towards." There were also a couple dozen vendors on hand selling everything from candy to popcorn to syrup to crafts. "We have vendors all over the school," Monroe said. "This year, we have local honey and local maple syrup. We have all kinds of Easter candies. You could come here and shop early for Easter."
