Moving On

Now that I got that off my chest let's move on to other things...

Our countywide 911 is looking at another possible setback. It was reported a week or so ago that Salem officials are considering contracting out their dispatching services in a money saving move. If that happens it will throw a monkey wrench into the 911 plans. Apparently the 911 system is not set up to incorporate such a change.

WPD has issued notice that the ville's curfew ordinance will be more strictly enforced. Some windows have been broken and police think it's the work of some rock throwing young hellions. Not only can violating juveniles be charged their parents can too.

Good news for football fans and especially OSU Buckeye fans. It was announced that the Big Ten Network and Comcast have worked out a deal to carry games on Comcast. Haven't found out yet how it is going to work yet. I think the games are going to be on their extended basic channels. Last year I had to listen to a few games on the radio.

Speaking of football, is it just me or does anyone else feel that "The Chief" as they called Steeler founder Art Rooney, Sr., is probably spinning in his grave with a couple of his sons thinking about selling their shares in the club? If he was still alive I think "The Chief" would be kicking some serious butt.

At tomorrow night's meeting Wellsville Council has set aside some time for a public hearing on next year's budget. If you want to get some input on the proposed budget that would be the time to do it.

The 3rd Annual Riverside Reunion was held over the 4th of July week-end and I would like to say congratulations to all that worked and made it possible. It was a job well done and I think it was the best one yet. Hootch2 tells us they are about ready to put the tribute videos on their web site.

Speaking of the Reunion one of the Legends inducted into this years class was Johnny Checkler. We all know John and his barbershop that has been in the same spot for over 50 years on Main Street. I've heard from a few sources that John has moved to Columbus to be with family and the shop is now closed. John has been dealing with some health problems lately. I hear the shop will be put up for sale shortly and that will end another chapter of Wellsville history. It's a sad reminder that nothing lasts forever. May the Good Lord treat Johnny kindly. God's speed John.

The next big event that I know of to be held in the ville is the 20th Annual Down Memory Lane Homecoming. It kicks off August 6th at the First Baptist Church. You can get all the information about the event on Susie Haugh's www.wellsvilleohio.net.

I didn't get to see the Rolling Thunder motorcycle escort for the Viet Nam moving wall through the county but I hear it was quite impressive. Susie has a slide show on the above mentioned site and says she's working on a video also. The moving wall is on display at the Jefferson County Airport.

Interesting article by Tom Giambroni in yesterday's MJ about foreclosures in the county. As we all know they have been dramatically on the rise. It's gotten so bad that some of the lending institutions are willing to deal on properties for less than what is owed. Tom reported that the USDA told Kenny Biacco to take any deal he can get on their properties regardless of the offer. Wellsville's Biacco is the deputy sheriff in charge of foreclosure sales. It's a sad commentary on today's times.

Has the mayor been on vacation? It's rare that he would pass up a photo op with State Senator Wilson when he was in town last week. :-)

ole nib