6th Annual Bike Sunday 8/31
River of Life Christian Center, 775 Washington Avenue in Urbana is hosting the 6th Annual Biker Sunday on August 31st. Bikers will be treated to breakfast at 9AM - you may also register at that time for a ride through Urbana after church led by the Sheriff. The service begins at 10:30 - former OSU defensive tackle Joel Penton will speak - there will be door prizes and a free lunch. Every biker and rider will receive a free T-shirt. Bikers may also pre-register by calling 937-653-6754.
Car Show/Pancake Breakfast 8/30
The Starz and Carz Open Class Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show is Saturday, August 30th at the Subway in North Hampton on Route 41. Registration starts at 9AM cost is $10 before 10AM - after 10AM, the cost is $15. The show will run until 3PM. There will also be a Pancake Breakfast at the North Hampton Lions Club from 6AM to Noon. All proceeds from these events will enable the two time national champion Springfield F.C. Starz Competition Cheerleading Squad to travel to Orlando to compete in the NCAA Champs Bowl.
Tribute to the King 8/21 at 2PM "Tribute to the King" features Dwight Icenhower and The Promiseland Band - they will perform on Sunday, September 21st at 2PM on the front lawn of the I.O.O.F. Home located at 404 East McCreight Avenue in Springfield. Tickets are $10 - you can purchase them the day of the show or by calling 399-8631 or toll free at 1-877-529-4663. For more information, log onto www.dwighticenhower.com.
Trail Walkers 8/26 at 10AM The next session of Trail Walkers is Tuesday, August 26th beginning at 10AM. The one hour program will begin at the South Charleston Staging Area and walk the Prairie Grass Trail. The program is open to all ages and is free of charge. For information, call 328-7275 or log onto www.ntprd.org.
Hog Roast & Car Show 8/30
Tremont City's Annual Labor Day Weekend Hog Roast and Car Show is Saturday, August 30th from 3PM to 8PM. There will be food, fun and prizes. Registration for car show is $5 - there will be 36 awards presented including the Mayor's Trophy. Non-food and drink vendors space available, call Tony at 937-605-6699.
Fall Festival 9/7 3PM to 7:30PM Cornerstone Baptist Church, 2643 North Limestone in Springfield is hosting a Fall Festival on Sunday, Sept. 7th from 3PM to 7:30PM. This free event features games, food, cornhole, and a special presentation on "Dinosaurs and Dragons" from guest speaker James Gardner. For information, call 399-4024 or log onto www.CBCSpringfield.net.
1988 Northwestern Reunion 9/6
Northwestern High School Class of 1988 is holding its 20th year class reunion on Saturday, September 6th from 6:30PM to 11:30PM at Springfield Courtyard Marriott, 100 South Fountain Avenue in Springfield. Dinner, dancing, cash bar - $25 per person. For information, contact Jamee Barnhart at classmates.com.
"Stepping into Tomorrow" Walk 9/13
"Stepping into Tomorrow" - A walk to provide assistance to the disabled and their families will be held at the Clark County Fairgrounds on Saturday, September 13th - registration is from 9AM to 10AM and the walk is from 10AM to 6PM. Contact Amanda Deal at the "Steps To Your Dreams" Foundation for information - 937-717-6741 or email - adeal@stepstoyourdreams.org.
Bob Van Pelt Memorial Golf Scramble 9/20 at 7:45AM
The Bob Van Pelt Memorial Golf Scramble will be held at Locust Hills Golf Course, Saturday, September 20th - shotgun start at 7:45AM. The theme is "Golfing with the Stars." Price is $60 per golfer or team for $240. Meals for non-golfers, $10. Deadline to register for golf or order a meal is Saturday, September 6th. Call Marta Kennedy at 937-259-9930 for information.
Miami Valley Music Festival 8/30
The 3rd Annual Miami Valley Music Festival is Saturday, August 30th at Stillwater Beach Campgrounds near Bradford. Corn hole tournament begins at 1PM - ten-plus bands will perform from 5PM to midnight on two stages. There will also be food and raffles. All proceeds benefit local cancer patients. For information, call Nick Christian at 937-570-8037.
Longriders MC Memorial Run 8/23
The Longriders MC Lost Brothers and Sisters Memorial Run is Saturday, August 23rd - all proceeds will assist Terry Hamilton's battle with cancer. Registration starts at 10:30AM - last bike out at 1:30PM - last bike in at 5:30PM. Cost is $15 per person or $20 per couple. There will be door prizes, 50/50 drawing, entertainment, and a hog roast. For more information, call Chad at 605-1276 or Mikey at 937-707-5860.
Gracie Crable Benefit 9/6 11AM to 6PM
Gracie Crable has been diagnosed with a rare disease - Paroxymal Kineigenice Dyskenesia - which causes involuntary movements and jerking - she can have up to 100 atacks a day. A benefit is being held for Gracie on Saturday, September 6th from 11AM to 6PM at Susie's Lighthouse Cafe, 1776 Lagonda Avenue in Springfield. Money will be used to take Gracie to a specialist in Rochester, New York. There will be live music, karaoke, corn hole, 50/50 drawing and door prizes. A cook out meal will be available for $5. You may also make monetary donations for Gracie at any branch of Security National Bank.
Pancake & Sausage 8/23
The Northeastern Band Boosters present an "All U Can Eat Pancake and Sausage Breakfast" at the high school Saturday, August 23rd from 7:30AM to 11:30AM. Cost is $6 per person and children under 4 eat free.
Operation Double Impact 8/25 through 9/11 Community Blood Center, 2200 North Limestone Street in Springfield presents the Operation Double Impact Blood Drive. For each pint of blood donated from August 25th through September 11th, CBC will send a care item to an active duty soldier. You will receive a special car magnet as a thank you gift for participating. To schedule your appointment, lorg on to www.donortime.com or call 399-2611.
FCCLA Car Show 8/23 at 4PM
The 2nd Annual Urbana High FCCLA Car, Truck and Bike Show is Saturday, August 23rd at Boyce Street Athletic Complex. Registration is from 4 to 6PM - cost is $10 - awards will be presented at 7PM. There will be a Best Bike Award, Top 25 Awards, Principal's Award, Advisor's Pick Award and the Unfinished Class Award. Lots of door prizes, 50/50 drawing, driver's pot, dash plaques, games and food. For more information, call 937-653-6396. Proceeds go to the Urbana FCCLA Chapter for Community Service Project Funding and Training.
Kidney Transplant Fundraiser 8/30
Twenty-three year old Justin Sharp of Springfield is in need of a kidney transplant and on Saturday, August 30th from 12 to 7PM - there will be a benefit to raise money for the operation. The event will be held at AMVETS Post #25, 1945 Kenton Street in Springfield. Everyone is welcome. There will be raffles, a bake sale, games and food. A blood drive will be held from 9AM to 1PM. Justin's 21-year-old half-brother, Harry Haynes, is donating one of his kidneys for the transplant.
Credit Card Scam Warning!
If you receive a cell phone call with a 3 digit number telling you your banking cards or credit cards have been suspended and you must call the security officer immediately - do not respond to this message. Also, if you are notified that your account or credit card has been compromised, do not give out personal information - your personal financial institution would already have this information. Notify your bank and/or law enforcement immediately if you receive such a call. The Federal Trade Commission should also be informed - call 877-382-4357.
11th Annual Literacy Sting 9/23 at 11:30AM
Register your team now for the 11th annual Literacy Sting. This adult spelling bee happens Tuesday, September 23rd at 11:30AM at Springfield Courtyard by Marriott. You can also cheer on your favorite team while you enjoy lunch for only $15. To register your team, sponsor a team or for lunch, call Linda Howell at 937-525-9899. The event is sponsored by Altrusa and benefits literacy activities in Clark County.
Poker Run 9/6 at 11AM
Highway Hikers M.C. Benefit Poker Run starts at P&M's, 2928 Lake Road in Medway on Saturday, September 6th. First bike out at 11AM, last bike out at 1PM. Cost is $15 per couple or $10 for single. Food and beverages will be available. For more information, call Pig Pen at 937-450-7611 or Goober at 937-663-5772.
Greek Orthodox Church Golf Outing 8/22
The 2nd annual Greek Orthodox Church Golf Outing is Friday, August 22nd at Northwood Hills Country Club in Springfield. A Greek lunch will be served at 11AM followed by a shotgun start at 1PM. After golf, there will be a reception with Greek delicacies and an awards presentation. Proceeds support the ministries and programs of the Greek Orthodox Church. For registration or information, call Alex at 937-399-1259.
Punt, Pass & Kick 9/13 at 10AM The Pepsi and NFL Punt, Pass and Kick will be held September 13th at Davey Moore Park. The program is a national skills competition for boys and girls between the ages of 8 to 15 to compete separately against their peers. This event is not limited to Clark County residents - it's open to everyone. However, participants may only compete in one local competition per year. Call 328-7275 or log onto www.ntprd.org for more information.
The Successful ADHD Student 9/18 at 6:30PM
FEAST has received a grant from Logan and Champaign County Mental Health, Drug and Alcohol Services Board to present "The Successful ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyper Activity) Student" on Thursday, September 18th at the Champaign County Community Center Auditorium. The trainer will be Joyce Kubik. Kubik is the President of Bridge to Success and the author of Plan for Success. She is an adult with ADHD and has raised ADHD children. Space is limited for the event, so please register by September 11th by calling 937-484-1557.
OSU Fan Event 8/23 from 10AM to 3PM
The OSU Fan Event will be held at Texas Roadhouse in Springfield on August 23rd from 10AM to 3PM. There will be a car show, silent auction, cornhole tournament, crafts for the kids and music. "OSU Buckeyeman" and Woody" will be there. For information, call Tracy McBlane-Tackett at 322-6500.
Stimulus Sign-Up through August 29th
The Economic Stimulus Filing deadline is October 31st. Tri-County Community Action, 955 North Main Street in Urbana can help you file at no cost to you - appointments are being accepted on Fridays in August - the 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th - call 937-652-2246.
FEAST Meeting 8/28 at Noon
The Family & Educator Achieving Success Together meeting will be held at the Madison-Champaign Educational Services Center, 1512 South U.S. Highway 68, Suite J-100, Urbana.
"Drive Away Child Abuse" NASCAR 8/23
A live projection of the NASCAR Bristol Race will be held on August 23rd at Knights of Columbus on Bird Road in Springfield. Lee Riley and B.C. from the Wyler Racing Show (WING-AM) will be there too. The event is a fundraiser for Clark County Child Advocacy Center and Rocking Horse Center. Join the fun from 6PM until 11PM - including the race, there will be a cornhole tournament, door prizes and raffles. Food is included in ticket price - $20 for adults, $8 for children 5 to 12 years of age - kids 4 and under, free. Watch NASCAR action live and help raise awareness and support for local victims of child abuse. For tickets, call 324-1111, ext. 109 or 110.
Liam Patric Givens Memorial Fund
A memorial fund has been set up for Liam Patric Givens - he died of SIDS at the age of 4 months. You can drop off your donation at any Huntington Bank in Springfield. For information, call Joe Givens at 679-0071 or Sue Givens at 408-5590.
HEAP Summer Crisis Program through 8/31/08
The Clark County HEAP Summer Crisis Program could help eligible families with electric bills. You must call the HEAP office for an appointment 325-8366 - the office is located at 10 South Yellow Springs St. at the corner of West Main St.
AMVETS Post 25 Career Center
The AMVETS Post 25 Career Center, 1920 Kenton Street in Springfield offers over 2000 computerized courses free to all Veterans and you do not have to be a member of AMVETS. Non-Veterans may also take the courses for a small fee. For information, call the Career Center at 937-450-2675 or AMVETS Post 25 at 937-323-6602.
Fall Youth Soccer & NFL Flag Football Registration Registrations are currently underway for two National Trail Parks and Recreation District fall youth athletic programs. You people ages 5 through 13 may register for Fall Youth Soccer and youths ages 6 through 14 may register for NFL Flag Football. Log onto www.ntprd.org or call 328-PARK for information.
Uninsured Help Line
Nearly one-third of 47 million uninsured Americans are eligible for government health coverage - to find out more, call 1-800-234-1317.
National Trail Parks & Recreation District Your family can enjoy many different activities with the National Trail Parks & Recreation District's wide selection - call 328-PARK or click here for a complete list or more information.
Kiss Country 101.7 PSA Guidelines
All public service announcements with essential information (date, time, cost, phone number, etc.) will be posted at kisscountry.com's "Community Calendar." To be considered for on air announcements, information must be received at least two weeks in advance of event - first come, first served. On air announcements will be made one week before event date. Emergency information such as school closings or delays, etc. will take precedence over regular public service announcements. You may send your public service information to fax # 937-399-3661 or by mail to WKSW, 2963 Derr Road, Springfield OH 45503.
Clark County Special Olympics
Clark County Special Olympics is always in need of volunteers and if you're interested in becoming an athlete, they want to hear from you. Call 328-5200 for information.
Habitat for Humanity The Clark County Habitat for Humanity is looking for volunteers who would like to build homes in the community. Just log onto www.clarkcountyhabitat.org and click on the "Volunteer Now"button.
PAWS Urbana
PAWS Animal Shelter in Urbana urges employees to hold fundraisers at their respective companies to help maintain the shelter's ongoing work - for a list of ideas, call Sam or Linda at 653-6233. There is also a need for volunteers, call 653-6233.
Food Pantry/Urbana
The New Hope Church Mission of Urbana, 531 Hagenbuch Street, has a food pantry. If you're in need, pantry hours are Wednesdays 5 to 7PM and Saturdays from noon to 3PM. For emergency help, call Alice at 788-2040 or Paulette at 788-7577.
Thank Veterans There are over 26 milliion veterans - people who have protected our nation through times of war and peace - visit www.thankyouveterans.org to send a message.
Literacy Tutors
The Clark County Literacy Coalition is looking for volunteers to help people with their reading skills - for information, call 323-8617.
Disabled Veterans
There are 135 state run and state funded long-term care facilities across the nation - many veterans do not realize they may be eligible to benefit from these facilities - if you or someone you know needs assistance, call the toll free number for more information - 1-866-331-1944.
Alzheimer's Association The Miami Valley Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association can help patients, caregivers and professionals with the latest information on the disease. Find out more by calling 800-272-3900 or log onto www.alzdayton.org.
American Red Cross
The local chapters of the American Red Cross offer health and safety classes each month and provide many services to Clark, Champaign and Logan Counties. The Red Cross is always there when a house fire occurs helping with housing and personal needs. You can become a volunteer or help with a monetary donation. Each chapter also holds many health fairs and fundraisers that you can be a part of - for information in Clark County, call 399-3872 - in Champaign and Logan, call 650-5001.
Blood Donors
Blood is needed everyday for preemies, cancer patients, accident victims and surgeries. Become a regular donor. Every time you donate, you help save the lives of three people. Call 937-399-2611 to set up your appointment.
