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Lifetime golfer to honor Jaycee New Provider Winter Storm

Golf Course legacy with help Joins Genesis Prep: A Checklist

of local artists in coffee table Primary Care for Family
Preparedness
book BY LYNETTE DOTSON | DRESDEN BUZZ Alex K. Kemei, M.D. BY ALEXUS MASTERSON, MPH,

FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES EDUCATOR
Among the pages, readers will find in- OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION,
formation about tournaments, leagues, MUSKINGUM COUNTY
special events, those who golfed the
course, and the upgrades that have
been made over the years.
“So all that time, Jaycee was the only
place to go if you were a public golfer. As you may have figured out by
Unless you wanted to drive,” explained now, I am very passionate about pre-
Boyd. “So it was very popular, very busy. paredness throughout the home. Winter
In the book, I talk a lot about the Ju- storms can disrupt daily life, threaten
nior Tournament, which is kind of dear safety, and strain household resources.
to my heart because that’s where I got From an FCS perspective, preparation
involved in. But so many of the young focuses on protecting families through
people, you see their names there and smart planning, resource management,
then you see them as adults playing. It and wellness strategies. Preparing the
was a big deal, the Junior Tournament. home starts inside the home. Consider
It was the only tournament around here insulating windows, checking heating
for public kids to play. Once a year, you systems and having faucets drip to pre-
got to play in a tournament. And if you cent frozen pipes. Is there a place where
could win, you went to the state tourna- you keep an emergency kit? If you do not
ment. Of course, then you could go to have one, you will need batteries, lights,
Hole five of the old routing (currently # 14) the national tournament. So it was kind blankets, backup power sources, snow
at Jaycee Public Golf Course. Painted by of a big deal.” shovels, matches or a lighter, and a fire
Jocelyn Shockley. Lynette Dotson To accompany the book’s 50,000 Alex K. Kemei, M.D., has joined Gen- extinguisher. Winter storms can make
words, more than 80 photos of original esis Primary Care, specializing in in- the roads difficult to travel or make
artwork, many created for use in the ternal medicine. Dr. Kemei earned his people want to “panic buy”. Choose
A book that is sure to resonate with book specifically, will be published. Art- doctor of medicine degree from Saint shelf-stable, nutritious foods like canned
local history buffs, golfers, and art en- ists, including Boyd’s sister Mary Ann James School of Medicine, Saint Vincent beans, soups, and whole grains. Include
thusiasts alike is well on its way to being Bucci, have collaborated to help bring and the Grenadines. He completed his comfort foods and favorite snacks to
published. Birth Death, and Resurrec- color and creativity to the book’s pages. internal medicine residency at Mount boost morale, we can still enjoy the lit-
tion of a Golf Course “Mangold Country To help offset the cost of printing the Carmel Health System, Columbus, Ohio. tle things even when the situation isn’t
Club to Zanesville Jaycee Public Golf first 250 copies, Boyd is offering spon- Dr. Kemei is an active member of the ideal. Water storage is kore than just
Course” is a 200 plus page, hardback, sorship opportunities at various levels American College of Physicians and is a case of water, there should be 1 gal-
lon per person per day for at least three
full color, coffee table style book written ranging from $250 to $2,000. passionate about delivering high-quality, days. Let’s do some math! For 1 person
by Jim Boyd. Memorial/honorary listings will be preventative care to all patients. He sees for 7 days, you would need 7 gallons, for
“I’m a lifetime golfer, and early on published in the front of the book. These patients for annual wellness exams, a family of 4, you would need to store 28
that’s where I played,” said Boyd. “Then listings are perfect to recognize anyone acute illness visits, routine office visits gallons of water.
I worked there when I was a teen, so it’s who enjoyed playing at Jaycee over the for chronic disease management and If you are planning for storms, food
very much home. And then I played at years, worked at the course, volunteered more. safety is another consideration. How
a country club for ten years, but then I as a Jaycee, was a member of the Zanes- Dr. Kemei is accepting new patients long can food stay good for when the
stopped that and went back to public ville Junior Chamber of Commerce, or at 1210 Ashland Ave., Zanesville, Ohio. power goes out? The refrigerator will
golf. Now I play twice a week at a dif- belonged to the original Mangold Coun- Patients can schedule appointments by keep it cold for about 4 hours if the ap-
ferent course every time, so 50 different try Club. A listing costs $100 and must calling 740-454-0370. More informa- pliance is unopened. Coolers and ice
courses in a year. But I’m really interest- be received by November 1, 2025. All tion can be found at genesishcs.org by packs are great to have on standby to
ed in golf course history.” who purchase a listing will also receive searching Dr. Kemei. help keep items cold as well. Budgeting
When doing some research on public a copy of the book and a round of golf for emergencies can be difficult so make
Appalachian golf courses, Boyd began courtesy of the Zanesville Junior Cham- it affordable for your budget and life-
looking into the history of Jaycee Golf ber of Commerce. style; this is known as an “emergency”
Course and found that it was a country The books will be sold for $50. Boyd or “rainy day” fund. This money can be
club in 1927. This piqued his interest estimates that they will be in hand early used for repairs; hotel stays or supplies
and motivated him to find out what hap- 2026. if necessary. Review your insurance poli-
pened because he only knew it as a pub- To donate and order, go to mccf.org/ cies to see what winter-related coverage
lic golf course. JayceeGolfBook. You can also find more is and if you need to add anything extra.
“I decided to do the research and information and a sneak peek of some FOLLOW THE BUZZ Lastly, and the most important is the
found out there was so much more to of the artwork that will be included in well-being of you and your family. Stay
the story,” Boyd stated. “I worked on this the book by following Jaycee Golf Course connected by charging devices before
for almost two years, I’d say. 2,000 pag- History Book on Facebook. @DRESDENBUZZ weather occurs, have a list of emergen-
es of research.” cy contacts written in a common loca-
The book dives into over 150 years of tion, and create a plan with neighbors
Jaycee Public Golf Course history, from especially the elderly or vulnerable. Win-
the beginnings of the Mangold Coun- ADVERTISE IN THE DRESDEN BUZZ. ter storm prep is more than survival—it’s
try Club and the story of its founder, 740-270-2408 about maintaining comfort, health, and
Harry Mangold, to the golf course today. connection. Stay safe and prepared this
season as the cold weather approaches!

MCCF Celebrates 40 Years with The Big Give: A New Community

Giving Campaign

The Muskingum County Community honor of this milestone year. excited to partner with local organiza-
Foundation (MCCF) is proud to celebrate To help organizations prepare, MCCF tions to make this campaign a powerful
its 40th anniversary with the launch of will host an online informational meet- success.”
The Big Give, a countywide giving cam- ing on Monday, October 6 at 2:00 PM. Nonprofits interested in participating
paign designed to inspire generosity, The session will cover program goals, are encouraged to attend the meeting
strengthen local nonprofits, and build matching opportunities, registration de- and learn how to get involved. For more
lasting community resources. tails, and promotional support. information, visit www.mccf.org or con-
In place of the traditional Fall Grant “The Big Give is our way of celebrat- tact MCCF at (740) 453-5192.
Competition, MCCF will offer participat- ing 40 years of community impact by
ing nonprofits the opportunity to receive investing directly in the nonprofits that
up to $8,000 in matching funds, drawn make Muskingum County thrive,” said
from a $40,000 match pool created in Beth Fox, Director of Programs. “We’re