November 16, 2018

Krav Maga self-defense taught at YMCA

Protection of an individual’s body, a business, home or church is a growing concern of many people. On Friday night, Nov. 9, World Expert Self-Defense Trainer Sharir Richman from Israel came to the Jackson YMCA to demonstrate the Krav Maga method of self-defense. He is with the Israeli Contact Combat system organization.
Two D. M. Davis Vocal Choir Directors commissioned as Kentucky Colonels

During the regular rehearsal of the D. M. Davis Vocal Choirs, on Tuesday, Nov. 6 at the Markay Cultural Arts Center, two of the directors were surprised with certificates indicating that they had been commissioned as Kentucky Colonels by the Governor of the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
COAD/RSVP Awards given to those kind enough to volunteer

The 44TH Annual COAD/RSVP of the Ohio Valley Recognition and Awards Luncheon took place on Friday, Nov. 2 at the Christ United Methodist Church Family Life Center. The 2017-18 Volunteer Awards are presented to those who have served milestone years or hours of service; and special awards were given to volunteers who have given service specifically to the RSVP. This year’s theme was “Our volunteers are jewels.”
Sisters collaborate on children’s book

Betty White Jenkins of Wellston and Marjorie White McVey of New Plymouth have a new title to add to their already long and impressive resumes: author and illustrator. The sisters revealed their newly published children’s book, How Do We Know That Spring’s Aglow?, last week in Wellston.
JACXKSON-VINTON COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD
Community warmly invited to ‘Christmas in the Village’

The Oak Hill Area Chamber of Commerce, Oak Hill Christmas Lights Committee, Oak Hill Historical Society, Oak Hill Festival of Flags Committee, and the Oak Hill Village Council cordially invite the community to “Christmas in the Village,” on Saturday, Dec. 1.
Marching Oaks perform at Pro Hall of Fame Stadium

Members of the Oak Hill Marching Oaks Band posed for this group photo at Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton as a way to remember their performance on the famed football field this past Saturday, Nov. 10.
Scioto School-ers ‘close-knit community’ keeps in touch; next reunion set for Oct. 12, 2019

The Scioto School building may be gone but those who attended in years past can still be part of the close-knit community by going to Scioto School, Jackson, Ohio, on Facebook. The site is growing daily. Share pictures, memories, up-dates and look for friends.
Veterans honored at annual Northview Elementary School program

On Nov. 9, Northview Elementary School held its Annual Veterans Day Program led by Mrs. Christine LeFever. The fourth- and fifth-grade Student Council helped escort veterans to the library for a special breakfast and to the gym where they were honored with a Living Timeline.
JAFE’s final free food giveaway Nov. 17

The Jackson Area Festivals and Events (JAFE), along with the United Fund, have announced the final fall food giveaway for 2018.