📚 Mrs. Merendo transforms her classroom with infectious positivity and growth mindset. The Navin Elementary School teacher creates an environment where students feel safe to tackle challenges and learn from mistakes. Principal Van Schoyck praises how Merendo's encouraging approach extends beyond academics, fostering both emotional and academic development. Merendo finds inspiration in connecting with struggling students and watching them progress. Her lasting impact on students and parents remains her greatest reward as an educator who has always been passionate about teaching.
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🕊️ Bill Wood's 89-year journey ended peacefully at Memorial Hospital. The devoted husband, father, and grandfather leaves behind his wife of 65 years, Linda, along with daughters Jennifer and Amanda, grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. After retiring from GE Plastics in 1991, Bill and Linda enjoyed winters in Florida and traveled extensively across America before settling in Plain City to be near family. A passionate Ohio State and West Virginia football fan, Bill was remembered for his kind heart, great sense of humor, and unconditional love for his family. Visitation and services will be held Saturday, May 17th at Big Darby Baptist Church.
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🧠 Ohio State launches major study on youth mental health crisis. The SOAR Study, funded by a $20 million grant, aims to identify causes of emotional distress, suicide, and drug overdose among young people. Participants aged 12 and up can now enroll at St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima, joining a statewide effort to assess 15,000 Ohioans through online surveys. The study will also conduct brain scans of 1,200 Ohio families using a mobile MRI unit to bring cutting-edge science directly to communities. Researchers hope findings will transform mental health care approaches across Ohio and beyond.
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Light-filled townhome awaits families: For $328,900, the charming Ainslie townhome offers 1,500 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space across two stories, featuring an open floor plan, abundant natural light, and elegant design elements throughout.
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