Utilities Commission Recommends Adjustment to Wastewater Rate Increase

The Utilities commission discussed and decided to recommend that the legislation to increase the wastewater utility rate be adjusted in order to remove the ongoing increase after three years

MOUNT VERNON – City government officials on the Utilities Commission consisting of Councilwoman Tammy Woods, community members Elizabeth Doolittle and Keith Burley, City Engineer Brian Ball, Director of Public Utilities Mathias Orndorf, and Safety Service Director Rick Dzik met on January 5th for their regularly scheduled commission meeting.… Read full story

North Sandusky Street Closure Scheduled

Road Closure:

North Sandusky Street (SR 13) between Northview Drive and Franklin Street for installation of a new water main beginning Monday, January 11, 2021, until Monday, February 15, 2021.

– Road is open for emergency traffic,
– Road is open to local traffic,
– Single lane closure – Flagger or portable traffic light in operation, – Single lane closure – Traffic open in both directions w/ lane reduction.… Read full story

Stem Cell Treatment Corrects Skull Shape and Restores Brain Function in Mouse Model of Childhood Disorder

Scientists regenerate parts of the skull affected by craniosynostosis, a common birth defect.

Using stem cells to regenerate parts of the skull, scientists corrected skull shape and reversed learning and memory deficits in young mice with craniosynostosis, a condition estimated to affect 1 in every 2,500 infants born in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.… Read full story

What is Dry January?

 

What is Dry January? As the New Year rolls in, many people examine their lifestyle choices, including their relationship with alcohol. These observations often lead to New Year’s resolutions, such as participating in “Dry January.” Dry January is a health and wellness trend that emphasizes taking a break from alcohol for an entire month.… Read full story