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Church briefs: Aug. 17-18
• New Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church, at 1920 Eddy Henry Way, has Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. and its worship service at 11 a.m. Sundays. The church's Wednesday Bible study occurs at 6:30 p.m. only on Facebook. For further information, you can contact the church at 419-626-1647. For each 11...
Motorcyclist from Wakeman Dies in Collision with Truck in Lorain County, Ohio
A 54-year-old motorcyclist was killed in a collision with a pick-up truck in Lorain County, as per reports provided by the Ohio State Highway Patrol. The incident occurred around 6 p.m. yesterday on U.S. Route 20 at the intersection with State Route 58. The collision involved a 2017 Yamaha VMX17 motorcycle and a 2020 Ram 1500 pick-up truck.
Cedar Point extends HalloWeekends season to November. What to know
Cedar Point is extending its 2024 season, adding one more weekend for visitors to experience the park's annual Halloween festival. HalloWeekends will now run through Nov. 2. Park spokesman Tony Clark told WKYC TV-3 in Cleveland that the addition just made sense. The park previously planned to end its season on Oct. 27. ...
Area communities receive funds to manage road salt, reduce chloride runoff
Five area communities will share in more than $260,000 in grant money to aid their efforts to reduce chloride runoff and keep Ohio drivers and waterways safe in winter. Announced Monday by state Sen. Theresa Gavarone (R., Bowling Green), the money is part of the second round of the H2Ohio Chloride Reduction Grant Program. The city of Sandusky will receive $75,000; the village of Grand Rapids, $54,925; Portage Township in Wood County, $45,910; Lucas County, $44,800; and Margaretta Township in Erie County, $41,822. The money will be used to update equipment and facilities to improve road salt management and reduce chloride runoff. The first round of chloride-reduction grant awards were announced in May, and, due to high demand, the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency added a second round. In total, the grant program has distributed more than $4 million throughout Ohio this year.
Habitat for Humanity is empowering women, one nail, one home at a time
For years, Heidi Kissell watched Amanda Stines struggle through life. Stines works hard and loves hard, but life hasn’t loved her back – until Sandusky County Habitat for Humanity got involved. Stines was chosen as the next Habitat homeowner, and on Aug. 3, Habitat hosted a Women’s Build that empowered Stines and other local women as well.
Perch, Peach, Pierogi and Polka Festival returns to Port Clinton
The 19th annual Perch, Peach, Pierogi and Polka Festival will be held Labor Day weekend in downtown Port Clinton at the Knights of Columbus Hall, located at 109 East Perry St. The event begins on Friday, Aug. 30 with great food, fun and fantastic polka music and continues through Sunday, Sept. 1. The festival will be open from 4 to 9:30 p.m. on Friday and from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday.
Fremont Ross, middle school students to receive free breakfast, lunches
All students attending Fremont City Schools for the 2024-25 school year will now be eligible for free breakfast and lunches, according to Superintendent Denice Hirt on Monday. "Our elementary students have received meals under the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) for 10 plus years," the new school district superintendent said. ...
Wakeman man dies in Pittsfield Township crash
A motorcyclist from Wakeman was killed in a two-vehicle crash Monday evening in Pittsfield Township. According to a news release from the State Highway Patrol, Charles Ford, 54, was riding a 2017 Yamaha VMX17 east on U.S. Route 20 near state Route 58 around 6 p.m. Monday. The motorcycle struck a 2020 Ram truck that was westbound and turning south onto Route 58.
The Arts Garage to host fiber artist exhibit
The Greater Port Clinton Area Arts Council is proud to announce an exhibit featuring fiber artist Faith Humphrey Hill. She is best known for portrait artwork that combines knitting and drawing with digital tools. Her work has been collected, exhibited, published and broadcast internationally. Faith Humphrey Hill received a BFA...
Capt. Peg VanVleet inducted into ODNR Hall of Fame
In Ottawa County, Captain Peg VanVleet is well-known for her fishing expertise and her conservation advocacy. As a longtime charter captain and the organizer of the annual Governor’s Fish Ohio Day in Port Clinton, she is a recognizable and much-respected part of the local community. It was no surprise when her achievements were honored at the state level.
Hungarian Food Fest bringing taste of the old country back to Birmingham
For many, the Birmingham festival was one of the highlights of the summer season. The last festival was held in 2019. Then, the coronavirus reared its ugly head. Since 2020, the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4906 has held a Hungarian Food Fest as a way for the community to stay in touch. “In 2020 we decided to have a Hungarian Food Fest to try and keep it alive,” said Jesse Sulaica, past post commander. “People came out, and we sold out of all of the food we had. We had precautions. People put on their masks and got out to celebrate.” Mr. Sulaica said he fondly remembered the Birmingham Ethnic Festivals of the past.
Port Clinton City Schools announce free meals for all students
Port Clinton City Schools is excited to announce the district will be implementing a new option available to schools participating in the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs. The program is called the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) and will start with the 2024-2025 School Year. This is great news...
Outdoor Beacon 8-15-24
Walleye has been red hot off the Sandusky dump this past week. Still, the number one star has been the Eye Baby behind Tru-Trips 40s, 50 to 65 back. Vermillion has still been producing nice fish as well when running the Eye Baby, but a bit deeper on the 40 jets, 110 to 120 back. They are also running worm harnesses as well, the same behind 40 jets, 110 to 120 back. This was for the trolling bite.
The Sushi Room offers big city dining experience
When Chef Paul Matthews of The Sushi Room was 15 years old, he worked in his grandfather’s bait store, but he soon learned to resent the job. His grandfather gave him more duties and less compensation than the other employees, so Matthews walked out. “I got mad because I...
Mike Paolantonio Wins Legacy Club award for the third time
Mike Paolantonio was awarded the Legacy Club Trophy in the 44th annual Stouffer Cup golf tournament on July 20 at the Catawba Island Club (CIC). It was the third time Paolantonio won the award since its inception 17 years ago. The overall champions of the annual tournament each year are...
Community Calendar 8-15-24
Have your events listed in our Calendar through Paid Advertising or https://info.thebeacon.net/eandesubmission. Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day, 8 p.m. HIMA USA Chamber Music Concert, 7:30 p.m. Hoover Auditorium. 115 West 3rd St., Lakeside Marblehead. Music Bingo, 7 p.m. The Brick House. 111 Madison St., Port Clinton. Summer Food Service...
Racing continues at Sandusky Speedway
On Saturday, Aug. 17, it will be “Ben Rhodes Night” at Sandusky Speedway. The NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Champion will be competing in the National Compact Touring Series, “The World’s Fastest Compacts,” as they take on the historic half-mile oval. It is also the “Tim Ensign Memorial Night.”
Brazilan rhythm comes to RiverFront Live on Aug. 16
This summer, the Firelands Symphony Orchestra (FSO) hosted the Around Town Tour which featured small ensemble performances at various locals around Northwest Ohio. The Around Town Tour will finish its summer season with a performance of the Moises Borges Quartet at RiverFront Live in The District in downtown Port Clinton on Friday, Aug. 16 at 6 p.m.
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