The Salvation Army is in need of volunteer Red Kettle Bell Ringers this Christmas season. Grab your family, friends and coworkers to create a lifelong memory by ringing the bells with us and “Make Change Happen”. Those wishing to volunteer to ring a kettle bell may sign up at www.RegisterToRing.com. or contact Laura Henthorn via email at Laura.Henthorn@use.salvationarmy.org or call 419-250-9017. Please ask about other volunteer opportunities this Christmas season.

Volunteers are needed Friday, November 26,2021 through Friday, December 24, 2021, 2 hour shifts available from 11am-7pm on Wednesdays through Saturdays only. Visit www.RegisterToRing.com or call Laura at 419-250-9017 to sign up.

The Salvation Army Greater TOLEDO is a faith-based, comprehensive human service organization whose programs help individuals, families and whole communities lead healthier, safer and more productive lives. The Salvation Army is equipped to respond to both acute disasters such as fires and floods as well as the daily, ongoing struggles of the region’s less fortunate individuals. Since 1887, The Salvation Army has a record of success stemming from its holistic approach to providing for the needs of the whole individual – physically, emotionally, economically and spiritually. The Salvation Army’s programming offers rent & utility assistance, counseling, music programs, arts and educational programs, activities for older adults, spiritual development, and drug rehabilitation.

The parade to honor Olympian Oshae Jones, a Toledo native and bronze medal winner in the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics, will begin at 2:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 21 at the intersection of Indiana and Junction avenues. The parade will move east on Indiana Avenue to City Park Avenue, where it will turn south. It will culminate with a celebratory event in Savage Park and the surrounding area.

Please note the parade starting point and route has been altered from the previously announced plans.

Ms. Jones won the Olympic bronze medal in the Women’s Welterweight Division, becoming the third American woman to medal in the sport of boxing. Toledo Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz bestowed the Key to the City to Ms. Jones on Aug. 16.

OhioMeansJobs Lucas County will host a Pop-Up Virtual Career Fair on Thursday, August 19, 2021, from 10 a.m. to noon. To participate, job seekers must register online at: https://pvapi.premiervirtual.com/s/ndApn8

Area employers are continuing to struggle to recruit qualified applicants for positions. Given that COVID-19 and its variants are still very much active in the community, a virtual hiring event is the best option for employers to recruit job seekers.

The following companies plan to participate in the Pop-Up Virtual Career Fair:

• Adler Pelzer Group
• Buckeye Broadband
• Lucas County Sheriff’s Department
• Ternion Schools, Training and Education Centers
• Renaissance Hotel, Downtown Toledo
• TARTA
• Ohio Pickling & Processing, LLC
• Welch Packaging
• Great Lakes Windows

The Toledo-Lucas County Health Department recognizes August as National Immunization Awareness Month and encourages parents to have their children immunized now to avoid the back-to-school immunization rush. Shots 4 Tots n Teens is a walk-in immunization clinic for children from birth through 18 years old. In order for your child to receive services, please bring the following items:

• Child’s Paper Shot Record
• Child’s Insurance Card (if any)
• Parent’s ID

All insurance plans are accepted. A fee of $21.25 per shot is charged for those without insurance; however, no child will be turned away due to inability to pay. Cash, checks, and credit ca rds are accepted.

The Shots 4 Tots n Teens staff will ensure your child is up-to-date on their immunizations and ready for daycare or school. There are special shot requirements at kindergarten, seventh, and twelfth grades.

“Back to school vaccinations help protect our children and families from the spread of infectious diseases,” said Health Commissioner, Dr. Eric Zgodzinski, “I encourage parents to review their child’s immunization records along with school requirements, and make plans to obtain needed immunizations soon.”

Vaccines help develop immunity to countless infectious diseases by enabling the body to recognize and fight vaccine-preventable diseases. The following vaccines are required for children entering pre-school and grades K-12: diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis (whooping cough), measles, mumps, rubella,
polio, varicella (chickenpox), and hepatitis B. Students entering college should check with health services at their college regarding immunization requirements.

The Health Department continues to hold the VAX to School event each Saturday in August from 8am to 3pm at the Downtown location. Appointments are appreciated, however, walk-ins are welcomed. Please call 419-213-2013 to schedule. COVID-19 vaccinations will also be provided to those 12 years of age and older. All those who are getting their first COVID vaccine are eligible for a $100 gift card. Please visit lucascountyhealth.com for additional details.

Beyond childhood vaccinations, the Health Department continues to stress the importance of booster shots and adult immunizations. As new health challenges emerge, staying informed and proactive about vaccines can help prevent serious diseases and complications. For college students, travelers, and individuals with chronic conditions, maintaining an updated vaccination record is a vital step toward long-term health and safety.

Choosing Bakersfield medical malpractice lawyers ensures you have a dedicated advocate fighting for justice and fair outcomes in your case. Just as the Shots 4 Tots n Teens initiative protects the community through education and access, having the right legal support ensures protection and accountability when healthcare standards are compromised. Both highlight the importance of trust, expertise, and advocacy in maintaining public and personal well-being.

Anyone can get a no-cost test of their vehicle’s gas cap, and a free replacement cap if a leak is found, at two upcoming events offered by the Toledo Metropolitan Area Council of Governments (TMACOG).

Leaky gas caps are a preventable cause of ozone pollution. Take this simple step to make sure your passenger car or light truck is not contributing to pollution. A broken or missing gas cap can also reduce fuel efficiency by 1-2 percent and cost you up to a full tank of gas each year.

Drive up to a TMACOG testing site, and staff will do a quick compression test to make sure your cap is sealed. If it’s leaking, you’ll get a replacement on the spot. Receive a bonus gift while supplies last.

Older vehicles are more likely to have a poorly sealed cap, but any vehicle could be leaking. A loose gas cap may trigger the check engine light, so if the light turns on randomly or right after filling up, you might need a new one.

Gas Cap Testing and Replacement events will take place:

• 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday, July 15 at Westgate Shopping Center, Central Avenue at Secor Road, Toledo. Vehicles will be staged in rows in the parking lot of the former Sears store.
• 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday, July 29 at Woodland Mall, 1234 N. Main St., Bowling Green.