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NIH-funded study finds higher dose is not more effective at reducing serious flu complications in this high-risk group.
High-dose influenza (commonly known as flu) vaccines are no better than regular-dose influenza vaccines in reducing deaths and hospitalizations among patients with underlying heart disease, according to a large study publishing in JAMA.… Read full story
Use of Deadly Force Standard Now Largely Prohibits Chokeholds
(COLUMBUS, Ohio)— Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today announced the development of a new statewide minimum standard for law enforcement officers’ response to mass protests and demonstrations. The Governor also announced changes to Ohio’s minimum standard for use of deadly force which now largely prohibits chokeholds and similar maneuvers.… Read full story
Fredericktown Interchurch is still collecting for Food for the Hungry now through December 11 – we will be open Friday, December 11 from 11-2 to accept donations. As mentioned in church newsletters and other posts, our food pantry is very small and has very little storage space, so we are asking for monetary donations this year to help stock our new food pantry in the spring.… Read full story
Road Closure:
West Hamtramck between N. Sandusky Street and N. Mulberry Street will be closed beginning December 6, 2020, at 8:00 a.m. until December 7, 2020, at 5:00 p.m. Emergency traffic will not be able to pass through. (lh)
2021 dog licenses can now be purchased from the Auditor’s Office! If you have a four-legged friend with an expiring license, their license must be renewed by February 1st, 2021. Get an annual license for $16, a three year for $48, or a permanent for $160.
Road Closure:
Eastwood Drive between Coshocton Avenue and Teryl Drive will be closed beginning December 7, 2020, from 8:00 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. for stormwater repairs. Emergency traffic will not be able to pass through. (lh)
Congratulations to Randy Canterbury, Knox County Recycling Coordinator, on his retirement! Randy’s tireless efforts have been instrumental in maintaining the beauty of Knox County, whether through the many partnerships he formed with local, state, and national organizations, or with the many opportunities he created for Knox County residents to care for our region.WHAT ARE MARIJUANA CONCENTRATES?
Also known as: 710 (the word “OIL” flipped and spelled backwards), wax, ear wax, honey oil, budder, butane is hash oil, butane honey oil (BHO), shatter, dabs (dabbing), black glass, and errl. 
WHAT IS IT?
A marijuana concentrate is a highly potent THC- (Tetrahydrocannabinol) concentrated mass that looks like honey or butter.… Read full story
The signs of the beginning of mental illness can often go unnoticed if you don’t know what to look for. Early identification is the key to treating mental illnesses before they become severe. Join us on December 10th at 6 pm for a screening of “Not So Different,” a film about resources for mental illness and addiction right here in your community.… Read full story
With United States and Canada close to approving a COVID-19 vaccine, government officials expect scams to emerge as distribution begins. Watch out for everything from phony treatments to phishing messages.
Government officials have already been cracking down on phony COVID testing kits and treatments.… Read full story