Mayor Matt Discusses Phase 3 of Kokosing Restoration Project

Mayor Matt discusses Phase 3 of the Kokosing River Restoration project along Phillips Drive. The project was made possible by partners from the City of Mount Vernon, the Muskingum Watershed District, and the Ohio EPA. Other partners on this project are the US Army Corps of Engineers, ODNR and the State Scenic Rivers Program, Ariel Foundation and the Foundation Park Conservancy, the US EPA, the Shade Tree and Beautification Commission, and the Mount Vernon Stormwater Utility.
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Auditor Faber’s Statement Regarding Former Pike County Sheriff Charles Reader Sentencing

Columbus – Following today’s sentencing of former Pike County Sheriff Charles Reader, Auditor of State Keith Faber released the following statement:

“Charlie Reader was entrusted to enforce the law in his community and literally gambled it away,” said Auditor Faber. “His choices do not diminish the dedication of the thousands of law enforcement across Ohio that willingly sacrifice, serve, and protect us every day- these men and women deserve our utmost respect.

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Statement from Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost on Sentencing of Former Pike County Sheriff Reader

(COLUMBUS, Ohio) — Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost issued the following statement regarding the sentencing of former Pike County Sheriff Charles Reader:

“No one is above the law – and there are rightful consequences for violating the public trust. Today’s sentencing closes an ugly chapter for Pike County, whose citizens deserve government free of corruption.”

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NIH, DC Government Form Partnership to Reduce Sleep-Related Infant Deaths

Three-year partnership will develop D.C. project for infant safe sleep education and outreach.

The National Institutes of Health and the District of Columbia government are teaming up to raise awareness among District parents and caregivers about how to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) and other sleep-related causes of infant death, such as accidental suffocation.… Read full story

Retail Processing Associate Wanted

Retail Processing Associate – Knox

Licking-Knox Goodwill Industries, Inc.

Part-Time

 

Full Job Description

POSITION: Retail Processing/Baler Associate JOB#: GWKNOX-58
POSTING DATE: 03/23/2021 APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED THROUGH: 04/22/2021
Licking/Knox Goodwill Industries Inc., provides training, employment, and support services to individuals with disabilities and other barriers to employment.
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Stocker Position Available

Stocker (Early Morning Shift)

Rural King

Part-Time

 

Full Job Description

Job Title: Stocker

Reports To: Assistant Store Manager

Job Location: Store Location

FLSA Status: Hourly Non-Exempt


JOB DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Stock merchandise through planogram execution
  • Properly feature presentations
  • Stock shelves with items by making sure that items are brought forward
  • Process overstock to risers and stockrooms
  • Place price tags on items and ensure that barcodes are correctly placed
  • Ensure pricing labels are clear and visible
  • Ensure that any excess materials are placed in storage rooms
  • Clean and dust items and shelves
  • Ensure that no damaged or expired items are placed on shelves
  • Use general office equipment such as telephone, copy machine, fax machine, calculator, computer
  • Operate Telxon gun, forklift, pallet jack, ladder, and other retail equipment
  • May be required to cross train and perform other duties

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Possess good understanding of retail processes
  • Ability to interact with the team in a fast-paced environment, remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful and efficient
  • Ability to work independently without supervision
  • Ability to access and use the in-store computer, scanning system, and wireless handheld unit
  • Ability to participate in our online applicant and new hire onboarding process remotely
  • Ability to complete computer-based training

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Good visual acuity
  • Ability to lift, push, and/or pull a minimum of 30-50 pounds repetitively
  • Ability to use a ladder and/or pallet jack
  • Close vision for computer work
  • Repetitive wrist movements on keyboard
  • Ability to stand and/or walk for long periods of time
  • Ability to walk up and down stairs multiple times per day
  • Ability to verbally communicate effectively and professionally with all audiences (in-person or via handheld transceiver)

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

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ROSA Knee Surgery

UNDERSTANDING ROBOTIC TECHNOLOGY FOR TOTAL KNEE REPLACEMENT

You’re unique, and so is your individual anatomy. That’s why Zimmer Biomet offers ROSA® Knee robotic technology. ROSA, which stands for Robotic Surgical Assistant, is designed to help your specially trained surgeon tailor the placement of your knee implant just for you.… Read full story