The following is a schedule of Whitehall's Independence Day Celebration, sponsored by Whitehall Community Celebration Association. Fireworks are sponsored by City of Whitehall. All activities will be John Bishop Park.
Saturday, June 27
Beautiful Baby 10:30 a.m. at the John LaCorte band shell
Little Miss Whitehall 1:00 p.m. (band shell)
Car show 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. in the yard across from the band shell
Admission: $5
Registration starts at 4 p.m.
Free dash plates to the first 50 registrants
Monday, June 29
Jr. Miss Whitehall 6:30 p.m. (band shell)
Wednesday, July 1
Young Miss Whitehall 6:30 p.m. (band shell)
Thursday, July 2
Amusement & Rides open at 5 p.m. - midway on Etna Road side
Miss Whitehall 6:30 p.m. (band shell)
Taste of Whitehall Pizza Tasting Contest 7:30 p.m. at the WCCA information center
Friday, July 3
Amusement & Rides open at 5 p.m.
Kids games 6:30 p.m. at the WCCA information center
Saturday, July 4
Parade 10 a.m. from Community Bank on Yearling to Langley, ending at the band shell
Recognition ceremony 12 p.m. (band shell)
Amusement and Rides open at 12 p.m.
City vs. Police and Fire Softball game 3 p.m. - across from WCCA information center
Musical Entertainment 7 - 9:55 p.m. with "Next Exit" band
FIREWORKS 10 p.m.
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Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Friday, February 20, 2009
Vicious chimpanzees are suspects in billboard vandalism.
Whitehall. Local residents report seeing two chimpanzees in the vicinity of a vandalized billboard during the late night hours of Thursday February 12 or early morning hours of Friday February 13.
The billboard towering a full thirty-five feet in the air displayed a message on behalf of the Freedom from Religion Foundation. The message urged residents to “praise Darwin” and “evolve beyond belief.”
The billboard also displayed an image of Charles Darwin.
Darwin, now deceased, was English and also author of The Origin of Species, a book treasured by many and ridiculed by others. The plot of the story is usually simplified to say that some men are descended from monkey ancestors..
Local law enforcement officials initially theorized that two men with a ladder were responsible for the damage. Reports of the vicious chimpanzees offered the police an alternate theory to lead their investigation. The chimpanzees could have done the damage without the use of a ladder. This simplifies the investigation for the police because they will not have to find the offending ladder nor will they have to introduce it in evidence to make their case.
As reported in a Suburban News publication, Annie Laurie Gaylor, a high official of the Freedom From Religion Foundation said she called Columbus police when the vandalism was discovered.
Gaylor is also quoted by Suburban News as blaming the damage on “undoubtedly a Bible believer.”
One local resident commented that Gaylor overlooks the likelihood that chimpanzees are responsible for the damage because “she underestimates how smart the little fuzzy fellows are.”
The billboard was rented by the Freedom From Religion Foundation as its response to Whitehall civic leaders who refused in December to remove a Nativity scene displayed at the Whitehall municipal building. The billboard also responded to the city council's later refusal to adopt a resolution recognizing Darwin and astronomer Galileo as scientists.
Darwin's 200th birthday was Feb. 12. Darwin died on April 19, 1882.
The WCRX-LP editorial collective recommends that the Whitehall City Council amend its recently enacted vicious animal ordinance to include specific reference to vicious chimpanzees.
It is sad but true, chimpanzees will have to be made examples and suffer the consequences so that residents of Whitehall can learn the exact birth date of Charles Darwin.
The foregoing parody is based in part on the Suburban News reporting of Kevin Corvo.
Bexley Public Radio Foundation broadcasting as
WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM, Local Power Radio
2700 E. Main St., Suite 208
Columbus, OH 43209
Voice (614) 235 2929
Fax (614) 235 3008
Email wcrxlp@yahoo.com
Blog http://agentofcurrency.blogspot.com
Bexley Public Radio Foundation is exempt from federal taxes under IRC Section 501(c)(3). Donations are deductible from federal income taxes for individuals who itemize. Checks may identify the payee as Bexley Public Radio Foundation or WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM.
Design is copyright 2009. All rights reserved. Bexley Public Radio Foundation. Text is copyright 2009. All rights reserved. Bexley Public Radio editorial collective, parody subcommittee.
The billboard towering a full thirty-five feet in the air displayed a message on behalf of the Freedom from Religion Foundation. The message urged residents to “praise Darwin” and “evolve beyond belief.”
The billboard also displayed an image of Charles Darwin.
Darwin, now deceased, was English and also author of The Origin of Species, a book treasured by many and ridiculed by others. The plot of the story is usually simplified to say that some men are descended from monkey ancestors..
Local law enforcement officials initially theorized that two men with a ladder were responsible for the damage. Reports of the vicious chimpanzees offered the police an alternate theory to lead their investigation. The chimpanzees could have done the damage without the use of a ladder. This simplifies the investigation for the police because they will not have to find the offending ladder nor will they have to introduce it in evidence to make their case.
As reported in a Suburban News publication, Annie Laurie Gaylor, a high official of the Freedom From Religion Foundation said she called Columbus police when the vandalism was discovered.
Gaylor is also quoted by Suburban News as blaming the damage on “undoubtedly a Bible believer.”
One local resident commented that Gaylor overlooks the likelihood that chimpanzees are responsible for the damage because “she underestimates how smart the little fuzzy fellows are.”
The billboard was rented by the Freedom From Religion Foundation as its response to Whitehall civic leaders who refused in December to remove a Nativity scene displayed at the Whitehall municipal building. The billboard also responded to the city council's later refusal to adopt a resolution recognizing Darwin and astronomer Galileo as scientists.
Darwin's 200th birthday was Feb. 12. Darwin died on April 19, 1882.
The WCRX-LP editorial collective recommends that the Whitehall City Council amend its recently enacted vicious animal ordinance to include specific reference to vicious chimpanzees.
It is sad but true, chimpanzees will have to be made examples and suffer the consequences so that residents of Whitehall can learn the exact birth date of Charles Darwin.
The foregoing parody is based in part on the Suburban News reporting of Kevin Corvo.
Bexley Public Radio Foundation broadcasting as
WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM, Local Power Radio
2700 E. Main St., Suite 208
Columbus, OH 43209
Voice (614) 235 2929
Fax (614) 235 3008
Email wcrxlp@yahoo.com
Blog http://agentofcurrency.blogspot.com
Bexley Public Radio Foundation is exempt from federal taxes under IRC Section 501(c)(3). Donations are deductible from federal income taxes for individuals who itemize. Checks may identify the payee as Bexley Public Radio Foundation or WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM.
Design is copyright 2009. All rights reserved. Bexley Public Radio Foundation. Text is copyright 2009. All rights reserved. Bexley Public Radio editorial collective, parody subcommittee.
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Dianne Garrett reports on Angel Food Ministries, Whitehall Church of the Nazarene.
Angel Food is not just a cake. Pastor Rodney Kuhn of the Church of the Nazarene in Whitehall, visited Eastside News Round-Up on WCRX-LP December 24 to explain Angel Food Ministries.
Angel Food is a non-profit, non-denominational food program dedicated to providing food assistance to families across America. They provide boxes of food consisting of high quality items at substantial savings. Angel Food was started in 1994 by Pastor Joe Wingo and his family in a small rural town in north east Georgia. Their mission was to help out local neighbors during an economic downturn. Today, Angel Food helps close to 500,000 families every month with their food needs.
Angel Food partners with churches and community organizations in over 35 states. The goal is to reach out to anyone in need. There are no applications or pre-qualifiers to participate. Angel Food works closely with the USDA, and is one of the only programs of its kind to accept food stamps.
The organization's motto is "Angel Food provides a blessing in every box. It's a hand up...not a hand out!"
The Whitehall church, located at 739 S. Yearling Road, started their program in July. The first month they had 49 customers with an increase to 130 the following month. It is currently up to about 350 being served. Each box has $60 worth of food, but only costs the consumer $30, and there are specialty boxes available, as well.
Orders can be made online at www.angelfoodministries.com, but if paying by cash, money order or food stamps, you must go to your order/pickup location to pre-pay. Credit cards and debit cards are also accepted, and can be used when ordering online. January orders are due by Sunday, January 11, and must be picked up January 17 between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Special boxes are available when a regular $30 box is purchased. The following is the January menu:
Oatmeal Variety Box
4 lbs. Chicken leg quarters
1.5 lbs. Beef patties (four 6 oz.)
18 oz. Cheese filled manicotti
2 lb. Pork rib strips
1 lb. Chicken breast fajita strips
1 lb. Ground turkey
1 lb. Broccoli
1 lb. Peas
32 oz. 2% Shelf stable milk (needs no refrigeration)
1.5 lb. Ribeye steak (four 6 oz.)
8 oz. Blueberry muffin mix
12 ct. White corn tortillas
1 lb. Pinto beans
7 oz. Chicken flavored rice and vermicelli
1 doz. Eggs
1 Dessert item
Senior Convenience Box ($28)
Ten nutritionally balanced, fully cooked meals:
New Orleans style chicken
Grilled chicken strips and penne pasta
Beef and bow tie pasta
Flame broiled Salisbury steak
Cheesy chicken and broccoli casserole
Classic chicken tetrazzini
Country fried steak
Spaghetti with meatballs
Chicken parmesan
Flame broiled beef patty
10 Desserts
Special boxes (not shown) are also available for $20-$21 each, but remember a regular $30 box must be purchased, too.
To find a participating location near you, log on to the aforementioned web site. If in the Whitehall area, call the church office at 231-6547.
Bexley Public Radio Foundation broadcasting as
WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM, Local Power Radio
2700 E. Main St., Suite 208
Columbus, OH 43209
Voice (614) 235 2929
Fax (614) 235 3008
Email wcrxlp@yahoo.com
Blog http://agentofcurrency.blogspot.com
Bexley Public Radio Foundation broadcasting as WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM is exempt from federal taxes under IRC Section 501(c)(3). Donations are deductible from federal income taxes for individuals who itemize. Checks may identify the payee as Bexley Public Radio Foundation WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM.
Design is copyright 2008. All rights reserved. Bexley Public Radio Foundation. Text is copyright 2008. All rights reserved. Dianne Garrett.
Angel Food is a non-profit, non-denominational food program dedicated to providing food assistance to families across America. They provide boxes of food consisting of high quality items at substantial savings. Angel Food was started in 1994 by Pastor Joe Wingo and his family in a small rural town in north east Georgia. Their mission was to help out local neighbors during an economic downturn. Today, Angel Food helps close to 500,000 families every month with their food needs.Angel Food partners with churches and community organizations in over 35 states. The goal is to reach out to anyone in need. There are no applications or pre-qualifiers to participate. Angel Food works closely with the USDA, and is one of the only programs of its kind to accept food stamps.
The organization's motto is "Angel Food provides a blessing in every box. It's a hand up...not a hand out!"
The Whitehall church, located at 739 S. Yearling Road, started their program in July. The first month they had 49 customers with an increase to 130 the following month. It is currently up to about 350 being served. Each box has $60 worth of food, but only costs the consumer $30, and there are specialty boxes available, as well.
Orders can be made online at www.angelfoodministries.com, but if paying by cash, money order or food stamps, you must go to your order/pickup location to pre-pay. Credit cards and debit cards are also accepted, and can be used when ordering online. January orders are due by Sunday, January 11, and must be picked up January 17 between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Special boxes are available when a regular $30 box is purchased. The following is the January menu:
Oatmeal Variety Box
4 lbs. Chicken leg quarters
1.5 lbs. Beef patties (four 6 oz.)
18 oz. Cheese filled manicotti
2 lb. Pork rib strips
1 lb. Chicken breast fajita strips
1 lb. Ground turkey
1 lb. Broccoli
1 lb. Peas
32 oz. 2% Shelf stable milk (needs no refrigeration)
1.5 lb. Ribeye steak (four 6 oz.)
8 oz. Blueberry muffin mix
12 ct. White corn tortillas
1 lb. Pinto beans
7 oz. Chicken flavored rice and vermicelli
1 doz. Eggs
1 Dessert item
Senior Convenience Box ($28)
Ten nutritionally balanced, fully cooked meals:
New Orleans style chicken
Grilled chicken strips and penne pasta
Beef and bow tie pasta
Flame broiled Salisbury steak
Cheesy chicken and broccoli casserole
Classic chicken tetrazzini
Country fried steak
Spaghetti with meatballs
Chicken parmesan
Flame broiled beef patty
10 Desserts
Special boxes (not shown) are also available for $20-$21 each, but remember a regular $30 box must be purchased, too.
To find a participating location near you, log on to the aforementioned web site. If in the Whitehall area, call the church office at 231-6547.
Bexley Public Radio Foundation broadcasting as
WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM, Local Power Radio
2700 E. Main St., Suite 208
Columbus, OH 43209
Voice (614) 235 2929
Fax (614) 235 3008
Email wcrxlp@yahoo.com
Blog http://agentofcurrency.blogspot.com
Bexley Public Radio Foundation broadcasting as WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM is exempt from federal taxes under IRC Section 501(c)(3). Donations are deductible from federal income taxes for individuals who itemize. Checks may identify the payee as Bexley Public Radio Foundation WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM.
Design is copyright 2008. All rights reserved. Bexley Public Radio Foundation. Text is copyright 2008. All rights reserved. Dianne Garrett.
Friday, November 21, 2008
Dianne Garrett reports: Whitehall Community Kids Christmas.
Zach Woodruff, Whitehall Community Affairs Coordinator, visited our studio Wednesday, November 19 to share information about Community Kids Christmas. The program started ten years ago by Eastern Kiwanis and Pride of Whitehall. Each year they have raised money and collected gifts for needy children of Whitehall.
Zach explained that they tried something new this year. The fund raising began in late July in the business community, and to date they have raised over $11,000. The theme this year was "100 from 100 in 100", meaning they asked 100 businesses to give $100 within 100 days. Some gave more and some gave less, but all were excited to be on board, according to Zach. "I was pleasantly surprised with all the gloom and doom you hear about the economy. There is a passion to serve this community, even among the business owners who do not live here. The generosity is still strong. He noted that most of the businesses in the city are small.
He has worked with the social workers in the school district to identify the children and their families with needs. They then went out into the homes to learn about the kids to find out what they want, as well as what parents say they need.
Between 160-175 children will receive gifts, and the organizers hope they can serve 250 next year. "We stole a page from Jimmy Carter and Habitat for Humanity" this year. When people receive a home from Habitat, they are required to help build the home. So we asked our parents to help. By doing this, we are empowering the parents to be able to take part in the process," explained Zach.
On the second and third weeks of December 50-gallon trash bags will be dropped off, one for each child. They will be delivered while the children are at school. They will also include wrapping paper, tape and scissors to ensure the parents have the tools to do the wrapping.
He said that the parents are very excited to participate.
Santa's Christmas Coach will also make the rounds on December 20, 21 and 22 to deliver one gift that each of those children listed for their parents. Some who wanted bikes will get them delivered by the coach. Zach said, "Anyone who doesn't think the spirit of Christmas is alive and well, should come to Whitehall. The families will also receive everything they will need for Christmas dinner. Any stragglers they were unable to deliver, will be delivered on Christmas Day by Zach and his wife and others.
The businesses who have donated will receive a window cling-on to alert patrons of their participation. The establishments will be recognized by ads, as well, for residents and patrons to be aware of their generosity. Zach added that the businesses go above and beyond just paying their taxes to the city. The approximately 85 partners also include churches, civic organizations and individuals. He concluded by saying, "We want to be as responsive and generous as we can, with continued efficiency in order to expand next year.
If anyone would like to contribute, they can call Zach at 614-205-9811.
Bexley Public Radio Foundation broadcasting as
WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM, Local Power Radio
2700 E. Main St., Suite 208
Columbus, OH 43209
Voice (614) 235 2929
Fax (614) 235 3008
Email wcrxlp@yahoo.com
Blog http://agentofcurrency.blogspot.com
Bexley Public Radio Foundation broadcasting as WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM is exempt from federal taxes under IRC Section 501(c)(3). Donations are deductible from federal income taxes for individuals who itemize. Checks may identify the payee as Bexley Public Radio Foundation WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM.
Design is copyright 2008. All rights reserved. Bexley Public Radio Foundation. Text is copyright 2008. All rights reserved. Dianne Garrett.
Zach explained that they tried something new this year. The fund raising began in late July in the business community, and to date they have raised over $11,000. The theme this year was "100 from 100 in 100", meaning they asked 100 businesses to give $100 within 100 days. Some gave more and some gave less, but all were excited to be on board, according to Zach. "I was pleasantly surprised with all the gloom and doom you hear about the economy. There is a passion to serve this community, even among the business owners who do not live here. The generosity is still strong. He noted that most of the businesses in the city are small.
He has worked with the social workers in the school district to identify the children and their families with needs. They then went out into the homes to learn about the kids to find out what they want, as well as what parents say they need.
Between 160-175 children will receive gifts, and the organizers hope they can serve 250 next year. "We stole a page from Jimmy Carter and Habitat for Humanity" this year. When people receive a home from Habitat, they are required to help build the home. So we asked our parents to help. By doing this, we are empowering the parents to be able to take part in the process," explained Zach.
On the second and third weeks of December 50-gallon trash bags will be dropped off, one for each child. They will be delivered while the children are at school. They will also include wrapping paper, tape and scissors to ensure the parents have the tools to do the wrapping.
He said that the parents are very excited to participate.
Santa's Christmas Coach will also make the rounds on December 20, 21 and 22 to deliver one gift that each of those children listed for their parents. Some who wanted bikes will get them delivered by the coach. Zach said, "Anyone who doesn't think the spirit of Christmas is alive and well, should come to Whitehall. The families will also receive everything they will need for Christmas dinner. Any stragglers they were unable to deliver, will be delivered on Christmas Day by Zach and his wife and others.
The businesses who have donated will receive a window cling-on to alert patrons of their participation. The establishments will be recognized by ads, as well, for residents and patrons to be aware of their generosity. Zach added that the businesses go above and beyond just paying their taxes to the city. The approximately 85 partners also include churches, civic organizations and individuals. He concluded by saying, "We want to be as responsive and generous as we can, with continued efficiency in order to expand next year.
If anyone would like to contribute, they can call Zach at 614-205-9811.
Bexley Public Radio Foundation broadcasting as
WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM, Local Power Radio
2700 E. Main St., Suite 208
Columbus, OH 43209
Voice (614) 235 2929
Fax (614) 235 3008
Email wcrxlp@yahoo.com
Blog http://agentofcurrency.blogspot.com
Bexley Public Radio Foundation broadcasting as WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM is exempt from federal taxes under IRC Section 501(c)(3). Donations are deductible from federal income taxes for individuals who itemize. Checks may identify the payee as Bexley Public Radio Foundation WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM.
Design is copyright 2008. All rights reserved. Bexley Public Radio Foundation. Text is copyright 2008. All rights reserved. Dianne Garrett.
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