Millersport news: Pantry asking for donations for its Summer Food Program to feed kids

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As summer approaches, many local families face a difficult truth: without school in session, hundreds of children in Millersport may not have consistent access to healthy meals. The Millersport Community Food Pantry is stepping in with a solution — its Summer Food Program, which will provide up to 200 students with weekly food support throughout the summer months.

The food pantry is reaching out to ask for help. A tax-deductible donation will help provide nutritious, child-friendly meals when school lunches are not available. Every dollar raised will go directly toward feeding children in our community. The pantry is also accepting food donations for the program. These could be prepared items to serve during the event or pre-packaged items to send home. Monetary gifts will have an immediate impact and ensure no child in the community goes hungry this summer. Donations can be made by check, online or in person. To learn more or to get involved, please contact Holly directly at 740-415-5211 or [email protected]. Let’s work together to make sure every child is fed, supported, and cared for this summer.

The Summer Lunch Program will be held every Monday from June 2 through Aug. 4 from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Millersport Community Food Pantry, 2315 Weekly Avenue in Millersport.

Senior recognition

Eastland-Fairfield Career and Technical Schools held the Senior Recognition Ceremony Friday, May 23, at the Groveport Madison High School football stadium for the Class of 2025. The Presentation of Colors was given by the Criminal Justice Juniors and the group was led in the Pledge of Allegiance. Principal Beau Stidham welcomed those present and introduced special guests. Superintendent Shelley Groves addressed the group. The awarding of Career Passports was given by Career and Technical Instructors and EFCTS Board Members. Students come from associate schools of Amanda-Clearcreek, Berne Union, Bexley, Bloom-Carroll, Canal Winchester, Fairfield Union, Gahanna-Jefferson, Groveport Madison, Hamilton Township, Liberty Union-Thurston, New Albany- Plain Local, Pickerington, Reynoldsburg, Teays Valley, Walnut Township/Millersport, and Whitehall.

Kindergarten graduation

The kindergarten class of Millersport Elementary School had a very busy year. The graduation of the Class of 2037 was held Friday, May 23 in the Millersport Elementary Auditorium.

Senior citizens

The Fairfield Beach Senior Citizens met May 14 in the fellowship hall of Millersport Methodist Church. Richard Neff welcomed those present and led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Rosie Brookover offered a prayer. Fried Chicken was the main entrée for the potluck lunch.

Richard Neff conducted the business meeting. The group was saddened to hear of the passing of member Anita Bailey. John Hammel and Karen Pairan were recognized having May birthdays. Ideas for a summer trip were discussed. Door prizes were won by all those present. Kindergarten students from Millersport Elementary School entertained the senior citizens by reading stories to them.

The June 11th meeting of the senior citizens will be held at the new Tornado Shelter at Fairfield Beach. John and Ruthanne Hammel will serve on the committee for the meeting.

Walnut Township Trustees

The Walnut Township Trustees met May 21 in the township office. Fairfield County Sheriff’s Officer Sgt. Williams presented the trustees with dispatch run stats for Walnut Township for the month of April.

Comments from the audience were entertained. Items brought to the attention of the trustees concerned the park at Fairfield Beach and Lakeside Road issues.

Township Department reports were given. Walnut Township Fire Chief Robert Price reported on the number of April runs and staffing issues. Zoning Inspector Mike Berry reported on permits, variances, letters, phone calls, and other issues. Nathan Wagner, Parks and Roads Supervisor, reported on the Nature Works Grant, pavement bids, spraying, mowing, truck quotes and installation of a Blessing Box at Fairfield Beach.

Items of old business discussed were:

• Tornado Shelter update – Tammy Oliver was thanked for all her work on the food and decorations for the ribbon-cutting ceremony
• Salt storage facility update
• Boat dock update – two docks not renewed for 2025

Items of new business discussed were:

• Possible approval to hire a part-time Fire Department Code Enforcement Inspector
• Sedgwick to be assigned the Third-Party Administrator for Walnut Township, Fairfield County for BWC
• Shepard Avenue access issues at Holtsberry
• Kari Mackenbach, MS Consultants, was present to discuss the need for Advanced Flood Plain Standards in Walnut Township

The trustees entered into executive session to discuss economic development per ORC 121.22 (G) (8) with Gina Matos, Thurston Village Mayor, and Carly Sparrow, Thurston Village Administrator.