USDA’s Farm Service Agency announced that organic producers and handlers can apply for federal funds to assist with the cost of receiving and maintaining organic certification through the Organic Certification Cost Share Program. Applications for fiscal 2019 funding are due October 31, 2019. Certified producers and handlers are eligible to receive reimbursement for up to 75% of certification costs each year, up to a maximum of $750 per certification scope, including crops, livestock, wild crops, handling and state organic program fees. To learn more visit www.fsa.usda.gov/programs or contact your FSA county office.

Are you a fan of the show Golden Girls? How about Mama’s Family? Rue McClanahan, who is well known for her roles on these and other TV shows, was an excellent artist and called her colorful creations “Doodles.” Most were made with colored pens, pencils, and markers. ARTSNCT (in Newcomerstown) will have some of McClanahan’s art on display through September 30th. ARTSNCT is located at 304 South College Street in Newcomerstown. For more information visit their website @ Artsnct.org or visit their Facebook page.

If you have a U.S. flag that is tattered or torn you can take it to the Tuscarawas branch of the Tuscarawas County Library System to be properly disposed. The Tusky branch is located at 209 South Main Street.

The Dover Public Library is now accepting applications for committed volunteers to help deliver books and other materials to patrons who are unable to visit the library themselves. Volunteer applications can be found at DoverLibrary.org/About-2/support-the-library or you can pick up one at the library. The ideal volunteer will be a passionate reader, a people person, and able to commit to a set volunteering schedule. This position involves a lot of walking and some heavy lifting. Help is needed on Tuesday afternoons from 1:30 to 4pm. For more information please call the library at 330-343-6123.

The HARCATUS Family Support Office, formally at 140 West High in New Philadelphia, has moved to 875 Blake Avenue southwest, Suite #2, in New Philadelphia. Phone and fax numbers will stay the same.

The Salvation Army at 809 Emmet Avenue in New Philadelphia has an after school program called The Learning Zone. The program is for kids in Kindergarten through 5th grade. Full and part time spots are available after school, until 6pm. Cost is $25 a week. They offer snacks, help with homework and enrichment activities. Transportation is available from Dover City Schools. 

They also have evening events for teens. Visit SalvationArmy.org/northeastohio/dover_newphiladelphia

for their complete list of events.

The Tuscarawas County Sports Hall of Fame is a new non-profit organization dedicated to honoring those individuals prominent in the history of athletics in Tuscarawas County. This organization depends on nominations made by you, family, friends, and spectators who have watched outstanding performances of athletes and those who have promoted sports in Tuscarawas County. Please submit your nominations by Tuesday, December 31, 2019. Nomination forms can be found here at WJER Radio’s front office, during business hours.

The Miss Clayland Scholarship Program is selling tickets for their annual raffle. Items include: an Ohio State University Football signed by Urban Meyer, tickets to Polar Express and the Columbus Zoo, Ohio State artwork, a handcrafted decoration from Stepping Stone and lots of gift certificates. The tickets are one for $1 or 8 for $5. The drawing will be held during the Miss Clayland competition on Saturday, October 12th at Claymont High School. To purchase tickets contact Martha Campbell at 330-340-0390.

For the first time, Camp Tuscazoar, the Boy Scouts of America and Historic Zoar Village have partnered to allow scouts to earn a merit badge during the village’s Civil War Reenactment, which runs Friday through Sunday (September 20-22). Participants will be able to attend both battles during the reenactment as well as the artillery and other demonstrations at the event.  Camp Tuscazoar is taking reservations from scouting groups and individual scouts who want to take advantage of this opportunity to earn the American Heritage Badge in a single weekend. A $25 fee covers all activities. Admission, Saturday night dinner, a tent site and the commemorative patch. Details can be found at Tuscazoar.org or to register, call 330-859-2288.

The Dover Public Library is now circulating six hotspots. If you have poor wifi in your area, or if you just need mobile wifi for an upcoming trip, you can now check out the internet at the library to take the Web with you wherever you go, free with your library card. Hotspots can be checked out for 2 weeks and renewed once. They run on Sprint’s network. Please call the library 330-343-6123 for more information or to place a hold.

The Zoar Civil War Reenactment will be held Saturday, September 21st from 9am to 5pm and Sunday the 22nd, from 9am to 4pm. Cost is $10 for ages 13 and above. Kids 12 and under are admitted for free. Visitors can purchase wristbands at the Zoar Store or at any outside ticket booth. Tickets admit you to battles, museum tours and blacksmithing demos to a Lincoln-Douglas debate and a 19th century-style Ladies Tea. Other highlights of the event include the new Anvil Tavern, a 19th century period tavern, sutlers and food vendors. Spectators who wish to stay after hours on Saturday can enjoy a Civil War Ball and artillery night fire, all of which are included in the admission fee.

The City of New Philadelphia fire hydrant flushing program will begin on Sunday, September 22nd from 10pm to 6am, and will continue for approximately 8 days. Water discoloration may occur during this time. Discolored water can be flushed out by running cold water (only) for about 20 minutes. Please contact the Water Superintendent’s office with any questions at 330-339-3795.

USDA’s Farm Service Agency announced that organic producers and handlers can apply for federal funds to assist with the cost of receiving and maintaining organic certification through the Organic Certification Cost Share Program. Applications for fiscal 2019 funding are due October 31, 2019. Certified producers and handlers are eligible to receive reimbursement for up to 75% of certification costs each year, up to a maximum of $750 per certification scope, including crops, livestock, wild crops, handling and state organic program fees. To learn more visit www.fsa.usda.gov/programs or contact your FSA county office.

Are you a fan of the show Golden Girls? How about Mama’s Family? Rue McClanahan, who is well known for her roles on these and other TV shows, was an excellent artist and called her colorful creations “Doodles.” Most were made with colored pens, pencils, and markers. ARTSNCT (in Newcomerstown) will have some of McClanahan’s art on display through September 30th. ARTSNCT is located at 304 South College Street in Newcomerstown. For more information visit their website @ Artsnct.org or visit their Facebook page.

If you have a U.S. flag that is tattered or torn you can take it to the Tuscarawas branch of the Tuscarawas County Library System to be properly disposed. The Tusky branch is located at 209 South Main Street.

The Dover Public Library is now accepting applications for committed volunteers to help deliver books and other materials to patrons who are unable to visit the library themselves. Volunteer applications can be found at DoverLibrary.org/About-2/support-the-library or you can pick up one at the library. The ideal volunteer will be a passionate reader, a people person, and able to commit to a set volunteering schedule. This position involves a lot of walking and some heavy lifting. Help is needed on Tuesday afternoons from 1:30 to 4pm. For more information please call the library at 330-343-6123.

The Salvation Army at 809 Emmet Avenue in New Philadelphia has an after school program called The Learning Zone. The program is for kids in Kindergarten through 5th grade. Full and part time spots are available after school, until 6pm. Cost is $25 a week. They offer snacks, help with homework and enrichment activities. Transportation is available from Dover City Schools. 

They also have evening events for teens. Visit SalvationArmy.org/northeastohio/dover_newphiladelphia

for their complete list of events.

The Tuscarawas County Sports Hall of Fame is a new non-profit organization dedicated to honoring those individuals prominent in the history of athletics in Tuscarawas County. This organization depends on nominations made by you, family, friends, and spectators who have watched outstanding performances of athletes and those who have promoted sports in Tuscarawas County. Please submit your nominations by Tuesday, December 31, 2019. Nomination forms can be found here at WJER Radio’s front office, during business hours.

The Miss Clayland Scholarship Program is selling tickets for their annual raffle. Items include: an Ohio State University Football signed by Urban Meyer, tickets to Polar Express and the Columbus Zoo, Ohio State artwork, a handcrafted decoration from Stepping Stone and lots of gift certificates. The tickets are one for $1 or 8 for $5. The drawing will be held during the Miss Clayland competition on Saturday, October 12th at Claymont High School. To purchase tickets contact Martha Campbell at 330-340-0390.

The Dover Public Library is now circulating six hotspots. If you have poor wifi in your area, or if you just need mobile wifi for an upcoming trip, you can now check out the internet at the library to take the Web with you wherever you go, free with your library card. Hotspots can be checked out for 2 weeks and renewed once. They run on Sprint’s network. Please call the library 330-343-6123 for more information or to place a hold.

The Warren Township Community Center hosts lunches every Monday from 11am to 1pm. This Monday’s menu includes grilled ham and cheese sandwiches, beef vegetable soup and, as always, a variety of side dishes and desserts. Cost is donation. Good food and good fellowship!

The Uhrichsville City Council will hold a special meeting on Monday, September 23rd, at 6pm to discuss EMS services. The meeting will be held at the Uhrichsville City Building in Council Chambers and is open to the public.

The Dover Public Library is hosting a six-week series on brain health called Brain Benders on Mondays at 6:30pm from September 9th-November 18th. This program will help teach individuals how to exercise the brain, provide health tips and updates on the latest news on the fight against Alzheimer’s. For more information call the library at 330-343-6123. 

The City of New Philadelphia fire hydrant flushing program will begin on Sunday, September 22nd from 10pm to 6am, and will continue for approximately 8 days. Water discoloration may occur during this time. Discolored water can be flushed out by running cold water (only) for about 20 minutes. Please contact the Water Superintendent’s office with any questions at 330-339-3795.

USDA’s Farm Service Agency announced that organic producers and handlers can apply for federal funds to assist with the cost of receiving and maintaining organic certification through the Organic Certification Cost Share Program. Applications for fiscal 2019 funding are due October 31, 2019. Certified producers and handlers are eligible to receive reimbursement for up to 75% of certification costs each year, up to a maximum of $750 per certification scope, including crops, livestock, wild crops, handling and state organic program fees. To learn more visit www.fsa.usda.gov/programs or contact your FSA county office.

Are you a fan of the show Golden Girls? How about Mama’s Family? Rue McClanahan, who is well known for her roles on these and other TV shows, was an excellent artist and called her colorful creations “Doodles.” Most were made with colored pens, pencils, and markers. ARTSNCT (in Newcomerstown) will have some of McClanahan’s art on display through September 30th. ARTSNCT is located at 304 South College Street in Newcomerstown. For more information visit their website @ Artsnct.org or visit their Facebook page.

If you have a U.S. flag that is tattered or torn you can take it to the Tuscarawas branch of the Tuscarawas County Library System to be properly disposed. The Tusky branch is located at 209 South Main Street.