Everyday leadership: Leadership class a bunch of ‘turkeys’
I was on the road a lot last week. Thursday was Pittsburgh, Friday found me in Columbus, and Saturday I drove to Cleveland State University and back. The Cleveland trip was to honor the 2009 graduating class of Leadership Ohio. In conjunction with the graduation, Marietta’s own, Alice Chapman, received the 2009 Leadership Ohio Community Hero Award. She and her husband were able to drive up for the event. In June, Alice took time out of her Saturday to tour the Leadership Ohio class around the Ely Chapman Center. Her stories about the children she helped were so moving one class member had tears racing down her cheeks. When the class voted on the most impressive person they had met during the eight site visits that spanned Ohio, Alice was first on the list. I wrapped up the graduation by congratulating the class members and stressing the importance of staying involved in Leadership Ohio as board members or recruiters of future members.
» Full StoryChamber viewpoint: Article shows we’re lucky to be living in Marietta
I remember reading that it was once considered improper for a lady’s name to appear in print, except on two occasions: once in her wedding announcement and secondly in her obituary. I’m very glad society no longer lives by that rule.
» Full StoryVolunteer efforts have helped to improve Kroger Wetland
Kroger Wetland has had a busy year - on the human side hundreds of visitors have registered, 8 groups from out-of-state in the last month.
» Full StoryVaccine still targets at-risk groups
The Washington County Health Department has been focusing lately on the H1N1 influenza vaccine delivery as many of you have read. This work will continue through November and most likely into December.
» Full StoryBill would protect integrity of election ballots
This week at the Statehouse I announced that I will be introducing a bill entitled the Ballot Integrity Act to improve our ballot initiative process for the future and protect Ohio’s Constitution.
» Full StoryCity schools not sure of next step
The Ohio School Boards Association (OSBA) provides many services to boards across the state. The highest profile is the annual conference in Columbus.
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