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Fairfield County ESC Recognized for Piloting Program Helping Youth Make Mindful Decisions
November 6, 2024 – Fairfield County Educational Service Center (ESC) garnered national recognition in The Boston Globe for its local relevance to prevention efforts through an up-and-coming video game series, Playbl. ESC Superintendent, Marie Ward, is quoted in the article, “Can video games help prevent addiction?” speaking on a concentrated approach to educate youth on safe and informed decision-making about opioids, tobacco use, sexual health, and mental health. Playbl, a web-based and evidence-informed
Amy Eyman, Fairfield County Foundation Named Outstanding Community Partner by OUL
LANCASTER, Ohio –The Fairfield County Foundation and its CEO, Amy Eyman, were recognized as the 2024 Ohio University Lancaster Outstanding Community Partner during the University’s Community Engagement Symposium on Friday, October 25 in Athens, Ohio. The award was created to recognize an individual, or a project team, who are affiliated with a nonprofit or public service agency, that have been nominated by an Ohio University student, staff, or faculty member for their partnership in advancing student
In Memoriam - Dr. Gordon B. Snider
As many of you know, Dr. Gordon B. Snider passed away on October 7, 2024. We are saddened and heartbroken to have lost one of our “Founding Fathers.” There would not be a FAIRHOPE Hospice & Palliative Care without this amazing man. He committed his life to seeing the needs in our community and addressing them. He used his expertise and passion in the medical field to find solutions while being committed to bettering our community and its residents. Not only did he help start FAIRHOPE, but he also
Fairfield County Foundation Receives Special Donation to Double Matching Funds for 35-Hour Give
LANCASTER, Ohio –The Fairfield County Foundation will be holding the 35-Hour Give, their annual fundraising event inspired by #GivingTuesday, on Dec. 3 at 8 a.m. through Dec. 4 at 7 p.m. This year, following the 35-Hour Give, the Foundation will award $70,000 in matching gifts – the standard $35,000 match along with a bonus $35,000 donated by the Lloyd F. and Diann L. Helber Fund to honor the Foundation’s 35th Anniversary. “We are grateful to Lloyd and Diann Helber for the $35,000 donation that will
Fairfield County Foundation Releases Updated Grant Guidelines and Deadlines
LANCASTER, Ohio – The Fairfield County Foundation Board of Trustees recently finalized new grant guidelines and deadlines, which will go into effect on January 1, 2025. The process, led by the grant committee, took into consideration feedback from partners and grantees as well as best practice research. Starting in 2025, grant applicants will have the opportunity to apply in one of two cycles, with preliminary deadlines on January 13, 2025 and July 14, 2025. Funding decisions for these cycles will be
Auditor's Office Receives Auditor of State's Award of Distinction
Lancaster, Ohio – The Fairfield County Auditor’s Office is pleased to announce that Fairfield County has been awarded the Ohio Auditor of State Award of Distinction for the period ending December 31, 2023. County Auditor Carri Brown stated, “Financial stewardship is a key responsibility of all elected officials and department heads, and I am so grateful for the collaboration in Fairfield County. In addition, we in the County Auditor’s Office have a skilled and dedicated staff who provide excellent
Snyder & Company Hires Linda Zink as New Staff Accountant
LANCASTER, Ohio – Snyder & Company Certified Public Accountants (Snyder & Company) recently announced the hiring of a new staff accountant, Linda Zink. Hired in August 2024, Zink has 30 years of accounting experience. She holds an associates degree from Hocking College. She enjoys meeting new people and helping clients get the best tax experience possible. She also enjoys working with numbers and problem-solving mathematical issues. “Linda’s commitment to details and her enthusiasm for finding the best
Fairfield Homes, Inc. Announces Development of Elevate 340 Apartment Community in Downtown Columbus
Lancaster, OH - Fairfield Homes, Inc., a full-service property management, development and construction company, today announced the development of Elevate 340, a high-quality, environmentally sustainable, and income-integrated residential apartment community in Columbus Ohio’s downtown Discovery District. Recent studies indicate that Columbus is experiencing the largest shortage of affordable, available rental units of Ohio’s three largest metropolitan areas. Elevate 340 is serving a critical role in
''Dazzling!'' Exhibit at Ohio Glass Museum Sheds Light on Glass Candleholders
The Ohio Glass Museum is proud to unveil a major collection of glass candle holders amassed over nearly 50 years by collectors Al Schon and Roger Bridgewater of St. Louis, Missouri. The collection will be the 2024-2025 OGM exhibit titled DAZZLING! and will open to the publicon September 12th, in the museum’s main gallery located at 124 W. Main Street in historic downtown Lancaster. The exhibit, curated by OGM Art Director Anne Kiphen, will feature hundreds of candle holders from the private collection of
Harcum House Launches Capital Campaign to Secure Permanent Location
LANCASTER, Ohio – Harcum House, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing essential services to children and families affected by abuse and trauma, has announced the official launch of a capital campaign which will support its efforts to secure a permanent office location. The campaign seeks to raise one-million dollars, which will support the purchase and renovation of the building to serve as a long-term home in the Fairfield County community where it serves. Kate Smiley, campaign chair, emphasized
Jennifer Sitterley Named One of America's Top Trusts & Estates and Elder Lawyers
Lancaster, Ohio – Sitterley Law, LLC (Sitterley Law) is pleased to announce that Jennifer Sitterley, certified elder law attorney, has been named among The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 (Best Lawyer) in two categories: Trusts and Estates and Elder Law. The recognition ranks Sitterley among the top five percent of attorneys nationwide for the second consecutive year.Best Lawyer recognition is based entirely on peer review, with more than 250,000 voters over a 40-year legacy. The voting process captures the
