Good morning, Clermont County. Our community is mourning the tragic loss of 17-year-old Sajandeep Singh, a Lakota Local Schools student who died following a head-on collision in Liberty Township last week. As crisis response teams mobilize to support those affected by this heartbreaking event, we're reminded of how deeply connected our local community truly is – a connection further demonstrated by Orleans American Legion Post #69, which recently donated over $1,500 to the Chamber of Commerce from their annual Dogwood Carnival proceeds.
Small businesses are set to receive a significant boost as West Chester Township renews its popular Spark grant program with $100,000 allocated for 2024. Starting June 1, local entrepreneurs can apply for up to $10,000 in matching funds for exterior improvements, with priority given to businesses along key corridors. Last year's program generated an impressive $300,000 in total improvements across 16 projects, showcasing how public investment often catalyzes even greater private investment in our community's future.
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💔 Teenage student dies in head-on collision in Liberty Township. Sajandeep Singh, 17, was killed when his Honda Civic crossed the center line and struck a van on Maude Hughes Road. The Lakota Local Schools student was transported to UC West Chester Hospital where he later died from his injuries. The driver of the van survived the May 14 crash. School officials have mobilized a crisis response team to support students and staff affected by the tragic loss.
💰 Local Legion donates over $1,500 to Orleans Chamber of Commerce. Orleans American Legion Post #69 presented a check for $1,521.72 representing 10% of its Dogwood Carnival earnings. The Legion partnered with Funtime Carnival of Cincinnati for this year's successful event. This carnival serves as the Legion's only "fun-raiser" of the year during the annual Dogwood Festival. The donation follows the town's tradition where local fundraising groups contribute a portion of their profits to support Orleans' signature April event.
🏪 West Chester Township offers $10,000 grants to boost small businesses. The popular Spark grant program, which funds exterior improvements for local businesses, has been renewed with a $100,000 allocation for 2024. Applications open June 1 through August 31, with priority given to businesses along Cincinnati-Dayton Road, portions of Ohio 747, and U.S. 42. Last year's program resulted in $300,000 of improvements across 16 completed projects, as business owners often invested more than the reimbursed amount. Changes for this year include reducing eligible business size from 30 to 20 employees and adding the Maud area to targeted locations.
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