Penny Saver 1-2-23

Nixon Named To Dean’s List

Justin Nixon of Minster was named to the Dean’s List at Capital University, located in Bexley, Ohio

In order to be named to the Dean’s List, full-time, degreeseeking students must have achieved a GPA of 3 5 to 3 69

Doseck Named To President’s List

At Capital University

Capital University is pleased to announce that Griffin Doseck of Anna was named to the President’s List for the fall 2022 semester

The President s List indicates the highest level of academic distinction Students must have a GPA of at least 3 85

Capital University is located in Bexley Ohio

Two Area Residents Named To President’s List at Trine University

Trine University located in Angola Indiana has released the list of students named to the President’s List for the fall 2022 term

To earn such a distinction, students must complete a minimum of 12 hours and have a GPA of 3 750-4 000

Among those so honored were Emily Hess of Fort Loramie and Andrea Rodeheffer of Minster

Noll Named to Vice President’s List at Trine Univ.

Taylor Noll of Anna, a Marketing major, was named to the Vice President’s List for the fall 2022 term at Trine University, located in Angola, Indiana

To earn this honor an undergraduate student must be registered for 12 or more total semester credit hours, including graduate courses, with fewer than 12 credit hours at the undergraduate level The student must have a semester combined undergraduate/graduate GPA between 3 750 and 4 000, with the undergraduate semester GPA not lower than 3 500

Osgood Do Good Ministry Blood Drive Set January 2

Join the mission of strengthening the winter blood supply during January National and Ohio Blood Donor Awareness Month by making a blood donation at the Do Good Restaurant and Ministry – Osgood community blood drive Monday, Jan 2, 12-6 p m at 25 W Main St Osgood

Everyone who registers to donate during the heart of winter January 2 thru February 25 will receive a special edition “Give Blood, Give Love” long-sleeved hoodie T-shirt

Make an appointment online at www.DonorTime.com, call 937-461-3220 or use the new Donor Time app

National Blood Donor Awareness Month was proclaimed in 1969 to thank donors and encourage more donations during the winter months when the holidays, severe weather, and seasonal illness make it difficult to maintain a sufficient blood supply

State Senator Stephen Huffman (R-5th District) an emergency room physician and a life-long blood donor, introduced legislation in 2017 to designate January as Blood Donor Awareness Month in Ohio It became law in February 2018 and was first celebrated in January 2019

Save time when you donate by downloading the new Donor Time app You can also use “DonorXPress” to complete the donor questionnaire before arriving at a blood drive Find DonorXPress on the Donor Time app or at www givingblood org/donorxpress

GriefShare Program Starts January 2 At St. Michael Church in Fort Loramie

Let healing begin by participating in GriefShare, a 10-week program meeting once a week that has helped many people as they grieve the death of someone they love

An evening GriefShare program is about to begin and all adults are welcome to join the group Whether you are grieving the recent loss of a loved one or have never really grieved for someone who died years ago, the GriefShare program is a positive way to move forward on a grief journey deepen your faith and begin to find joy in living again

St Michael Church will host the non-denominational program on Monday evenings, 6:30-8:00, beginning January 23, in the Parish Office Center, located between St Michael Church and Fort Loramie Elementary School 33 Elm St

Each week the group will watch a DVD and get helpful information from grief counselors and people who have experienced the loss of someone close to them Discussion follows the programming; however, no one is required to speak

Please park behind the Parish Office Center and enter the side door Bobby Bender and Diane Schulze will co-facilitate the sessions The fee for the program has already been sponsored by previous GriefShare participants

Registration is not required, but is helpful You can join the group at any point, yet coming to the first meeting and committing to the program is best Please contact Rose Meyer 937-295-2891 Ext 106, or rosem@nflregion com with questions or to register

Further information is also available online at GriefShare org and you can register online at their site if you wish All adults are welcome and encouraged to attend

Do You Have News to Share?

As we’ve said many times, the Penny Saver is not a newspaper in the sense most think of a newspaper This publication relies on paid advertising to generate income for printing/postage costs, staff salaries and building/equipment maintenance

However, the Penny Saver is pleased to be of service to the community by offering open space – when available – to help our readers share news they feel is of interest to the community, such as engagements, weddings, milestone birthdays and anniversaries, birth announcements five generation pictures Vacation Bible Schools library programs, school and club events, etc

If an organization, even non-profits like Veterans organizations, charge for a steak, chicken, or fish fry, we can’t offer free advertising to them, as their event competes with area restaurants who do pay for display advertising Churches also compete with restaurant advertisers when they host Chili and Spaghetti Dinners, etc The key is in what is done with the funds generated For example, a church hosting a dinner to raise money for a new organ would be charged to advertise that event However, if the church is hosting a dinner to benefit a family experiencing a health crisis or who have lost their home in a fire the Penny Saver waives the cost of advertising as our contribution to the effort

Those wishing to advertise an event that does charge an admittance fee can do so by including that information in our Calendar of Events for just $15 per week

If you question whether or not your event qualifies for free advertising, feel free to call our office at 937-473-2028, Monday thru Friday, 8:30 a m until 4:30 p m Our helpful staff will be happy to assist you, or will direct your call to Gary Godfrey, president of Arens Corporation

To Travel

Healthy

That Are Easy To Keep

• Learn something new about being healthy Informed health decisions require gaining a greater understanding of your body Rely on a reputable source such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to learn more about how to be healthy

• Spend less time on social media Staring at your phone or tablet for multiple hours browsing tweets or checking messages might not be the best thing for your physical and mental health Browsing the internet may take up time that could be better spent engaging in physical activity According to Dr Elia AbiJaoude a staff psychiatrist at the Hospital for Sick Children and Toronto Western Hospital various studies have shown how excessive social media usage can adversely affect relationships, sense of self, sleep, academic performance, and emotional well-being

• Eat more whole foods Whole foods, including vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, whole grains, and fish, contain various nutrients the body needs to function at peak capacity These foods may help reduce the risk of many diseases and help people maintain healthy body weights Start slowly by introducing a new whole food to your diet each day A gradual approach is more manageable than going on a drastic diet

• Avoid sweetened beverages You are what you eat, but also what you drink

A report published in 2006 in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages particularly carbonated soft drinks, may be a key contributor in the epidemic of overweight and obesity Skip sweetened beverages (even fruit juices can be unhealthy if consumed in excess) and opt for more water or unsweetened teas

• Find a physical activity you like Rather than resolving to join the gym or signing up for a 5K because it s what everyone is doing find a physical activity you truly enjoy and aim to do it a few times a week Maybe it s a sport like tennis or recreational cycling with the family But if the idea of a gym membership excites you, then by all means sign up

Avoid restrictive health and wellness resolutions that can be unsustainable By downsizing expectations and taking small steps en route to your goals, you may be more motivated to stay the course and