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Southeast Ohio Health and Wellness Safe Grilling

Foundation Fund accepting spring 2026 grant Practices for

applications SUBMITTED | THE FOUNDATION FOR APPALACHIAN OHIO Summer
Gatherings

The Southeast Ohio Health and nities we serve,” said Matt Elli, chair information and the application are
Wellness Foundation Fund at the of the Southeast Ohio Health and available at www.AppalachianOhio. BY ALEXUS MASTERSON, MPH,
FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES EDUCATOR
Foundation for Appalachian Ohio is Wellness Foundation Fund. “We look org/Southeast-Ohio-Health-and- OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION,
accepting applications for its spring forward to supporting programs and Wellness. Applications must be sub- MUSKINGUM COUNTY
2026 community grant program. organizations that help make our mitted online by Friday, July 31.
Nonprofit and public organizations communities healthier and stron- Established in 2023, the South-
are invited to apply for grant funding ger.” east Ohio Health and Wellness
for projects and programs that pro- Eligible projects and programs Foundation Fund awards grants and
mote health and wellness for com- must serve communities in the scholarships that support health
munity members of all ages. Priority fund’s eight-county service area, and wellness activities in the fund’s
will be given to community-based which includes: Belmont, Coshoc- eight-county service area.
and grassroots organizations sup- ton, Guernsey, Harrison, Monroe, For more information about the
porting local communities with ser- Muskingum, Noble and Tuscarawas fund and how you can support the
vices and resources offered outside counties. people and communities of Appala-
hospital system settings. Funding requests should be be- chian Ohio, visit www.AppalachianO-
“We are excited to invest in com- tween $500 and $5,000. A total of hio.org, email info@ffao.org or call
munity organizations benefiting up to $25,000 is available to award 740.753.1111.
health and wellness in the commu- in this application round. Additional

Zanesville Memorial Concert Band to Present

“America 250” on June 28 SUBMITTED | ZANESVILLE MEMORIAL CONCERT BAND

America 250 offers a musical por- remarks before a musical tribute to
trait of the American story—its com- those who have served our nation. Deposit Photos
munities, veterans, culture, ideals, That tribute includes Brian Balmag-
and celebrations. Through music es’ Eternal Flame, commissioned Summertime is here which means
and narration, the program reflects by the Zanesville Memorial Concert grilling out! bringing family and
on the people, places, and values Band to honor Medal of Honor re- friends together to enjoy good food
that have shaped the nation over the cipients; Edward Watts’ Wattsonian and the outdoors. While grilling is a
past two and a half centuries. March; James Swearingen’s Lest We popular and enjoyable activity, it’s
The concert opens with familiar pa- Forget; and Salute to the Armed Ser- important to keep both food safety
triotic traditions and Americana-in- vices. and fire safety in mind. Following a
spired works, including Ron Geese’s The second half of the program few simple practices can help pre-
Tuscora Celebration, a nostalgic trib- celebrates America’s cultural heri- vent foodborne illness and reduce
ute to community band concerts, tage and enduring ideals. Highlights the risk of accidents, ensuring your
The Zanesville Memorial Concert summer evenings, fireworks, and the include Duke Ellington in Concert, gathering is both fun and safe.
Band will celebrate America’s 250th beloved carousel that once stood in honoring one of the most influen- Food safety begins before the grill
anniversary with a special concert Zanesville’s Tuscora Park. tial figures in American music, and is even turned on. Proper thawing is
titled America 250 on Sunday, June A special feature of the evening will performances with the Zanesville essential meats should always be
28, at 7:00 p.m. at Zane’s Landing be a recognition of the Honor Flight Community Chorus and their direc- thawed in the refrigerator, not on the
Park. The free concert is part of the Network and its mission to honor tor, Ann Lillie Briggs. Combined se- counter, to limit bacterial growth.
band’s 103rd season and is open to America’s veterans. Jack Brady, Vice lections include Our America, Battle When preparing foods, it is import-
the public. President of the Zanesville Veterans Hymn of the Republic, and America ant to keep raw meats separate
More than a patriotic concert, Appreciation Foundation, will share the Beautiful. from ready-to-eat items like fruits,
vegetables, and cooked foods. Using
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separate cutting boards, utensils,
and plates helps prevent cross-con-
Over 100 classmates and guests attended tamination, one of the most com-
mon causes of foodborne illness.
Frazeysburg - Nashport Aumni Banquet Temperature control is critical, es-
pecially during hot summer weath-
SUBMITTED er. Perishable foods such as meats,
dairy products, and salads should be
The Frazeysburg – Nashport Alum- kept in a refrigerator or cooler with
ni Banquet was held on June 13, ice packs until they are ready to use.
2026, at the Frazeysburg Elementa- Once food is on the grill, cooking it
ry School. to the proper internal temperature is
President Daryl Miller ’69 wel- key. Ground meats like hamburgers
comed everyone. Secretary / Trea- should reach 160°F, poultry should
surer Dan Osborn ’68 led the Pledge reach 165°F, and steaks, chops,
of Allegiance and Vice President and fish should be cooked to at least
Donna (Lacy) Fulton ’67 provided the 145°F. Because color alone is not a
invocation. Host Gene Hindel ‘67. A reliable indicator of doneness, using
baked steak dinner was catered to a food thermometer is the safest
133 classmates and guests by Bill’s way to ensure food is fully cooked.
Barbeque and serving the tables Grill safety is just as important as
were members of the Wakatomika food safety. Always place grills out-
Vally 4H Club. doors, at least 10 feet away from
The following honored classes buildings, overhangs, and flamma-
spoke about their years at Frazeys- ble materials. Gas grills should be
burg High School. Class of 1946 has checked for leaks before use, and
one remaining member; Daryl Miller charcoal grills should only be start-
talked about their class. Class Of ed with approved starter fluids. Nev-
1951 has three remaining members. er use gasoline or other flammable
Joanne (Stokes) Bumpus and son President Daryl Miller (left) and Secretary Dan Osborn (right). Submitted liquids. It is also important to stay
Brad Bumpus spoke about her class. attentive—never leave a lit grill un-
Class Of 1956 has ten remaining 35 remaining members. Andy Wal- traveling the farthest of 230 miles attended, especially when children
members. Patrick O’Flaherty spoke cutt spoke about the class events were Marlene (Welsh) Gentry 1958 or pets are nearby. Keeping the grill
about the class. Class Of 1961 has over the years. and Ruth (Hanby) Moreland 1962. clean can help prevent flare-ups
nineteen remaining members with The eldest alumni attending was Donna Fulton read the roll call of and improve food quality. Cleaning
Phyillis (Norris) Vensil talking about from the Class of 1951 Joanne all 15 other classes attending. Dan grates before and after cooking re-
the 12 years of the class and many (Stokes) Bumpus and the alumni Osborn read and showed the gradu- moves grease and residue that can
things they did. Class Of 1966 has ate picture of the 25 deceased class cause fires. In addition, washing
members and teacher Albert “Bert” hands thoroughly before and af-
Kinsey, and three that had attended ter handling food helps reduce the
spread of harmful bacteria.
the high school. Dan read notes from
TWO FLOORS TO SHOP!
TWO FLOORS TO SHOP! President Daryl Miller conducted lenging outdoors. Hot foods should
Serving food safely can be chal-
members that could not attend.
be kept at 140°F or warmer, while
the business meeting with Dan Os-
cold foods should remain at 40°F or
born reading of minutes of 2025, the
below. Perishable foods should not
current treasurer report and filing of
Over
the Association Incorporation pa-
60,000
or one hour if temperatures exceed
pers. New offices for October 2026 be left out for more than two hours,
Books! 90°F. Serving smaller portions and
– September 2028 will be Daryl Mill-
er and Donna (Lacy) Fulton. Voted replenishing food as needed can
to purchased tables for the Frazeys- help maintain safe temperatures. By
burg school, donated to Frazeysburg following these simple safety prac-
Swimming Pool and Wakatomika tices, you can protect your guests
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