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Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Health
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Scioto County invites adults 50+ to a day of wellness, learning and connection
Life after 50 is full of possibility — and Scioto County is bringing that spirit to life with 'Live Well, Age Well: Starting Now!', a free, interactive wellness event for adults age 50 and older. Hosted by the Ohio State University Extension Office of Scioto County, this event will take place on Thursday, May 1, 2025, at Cornerstone Church (808 Offnere Street, Portsmouth). The day begins at 8:30 a.m. and is packed with inspiration, resources and a welcoming community atmosphere. Participants will enjoy a free breakfast, followed by access to 24 engaging breakout sessions covering topics like: * Planning and managing finances * Living with purpose * Safe medication practices * Caring for caregivers * Aging in place * Driving safety for older adults Whether you're thinking ahead or looking to enhance your current lifestyle, this event offers something for everyone. It's designed to be hands-on, empowering, and focused on practical tools to support healthier, more independent living. In addition to breakout sessions, attendees will benefit from free health screenings, and those who pre-register will receive a complimentary lunch and an Ohio State University Extension tote bag filled with helpful resources and giveaways. The tone of the day is casual but meaningful; expect real conversations, practical takeaways, and plenty of opportunities to connect with others in the community. This event is made possible through strong local partnerships with the Area Agency on Aging District 7, Shawnee State University Foundation, Cornerstone Church, the Portsmouth City Health Department, and King's Daughters Medical Center. Their shared commitment is to ensure older adults in our region feel supported, informed, and inspired. Registration is required for meals and giveaways. Reserve your spot by 4:00 p.m. on April 25th by calling (740) 354-7879 or visiting
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- General
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Bike and Roll to School Day returns to Bataan Memorial Elementary on May 8
Bataan Memorial Elementary will host a Bike and Roll to School Day on May 8, 2025. According to an announcement, this event is for primary and intermediate students and their families. Following a successful event in October, organizers decided to add a spring event. Participants will meet at Clinton and Alice Street to bike north on Clinton to Bataan. There will be four starting locations: West End Community Park, the corner of Fifth and Madison Street-Fourth Street Block, Taft Hill/Park, and students can join the bike bus as it passes their homes. Training wheels should report to Taft Hill with an adult. Community members are encouraged to cheer on students and volunteers along the route. Volunteers are needed to ensure the event's success and safety. Those interested can fill out a volunteer application and BCI check at the Port Clinton City Schools' board office for $10. Lisa Schlumbohm will assist with organizing the event. Thanks to the Ohio State University Extension Office, bike helmets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. The Ottawa County Health Department will also volunteer to help with the event. In case of inclement weather or a school cancellation or delay, the event will be canceled. This initiative promotes physical activity, teaches safe pedestrian and bicycling skills and addresses environmental concerns, according to an announcement. This story was created by Jane Imbody, jimbody@ with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at or share your thoughts at with our News Automation and AI team. This article originally appeared on Port Clinton News Herald: Bike and Roll to School Day on May 8 at Bataan Memorial Elementary