Sunday, February 13, 2000
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$2.3M goes to three rural transit systems
The Ohio Department of Transportation this week awarded nearly $2.3 million to three rural Southwest Ohio transit agencies.
It was part of nearly $13.6 million given to Ohio's 36 rural transit systems through the Federal Transit Administration's Rural Transit Program, the Ohio Public Transportation Grant Program and the Ohio Elderly and Disabled Transit Fare Assistance Program.
The money is for operating costs and capital purchases such as small buses, vans, computer hardware and software and communication systems. Fare assistance allows reduced rates for seniors and disabled passengers.
Here's what local transit systems received:
• Clermont County: $774,582 in operating grants; $574,900 in capital grants and $53,903 in fare assistance.
• Warren County: $445,855 in operating grants and $38,919 in fare assistance.
• Wilmington: $370,102 in operating grants; $153,000 in capital grants and $39,557 in fare assistance.
Judge to receive volunteerism award
Judge Nathaniel R. Jones of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit in Cincinnati has received a Millennium International Volunteer Award from the U.S. State Department.
Judge Jones was one of 35 volunteers recognized. The award, to be presented March 1 in Washington, D.C., honors volunteers who contribute to global understanding, and who attract, support and motivate volunteers in the field of international education.
Judge Jones was nominated by the International Visitors Council of Greater Cincinnati, a non-profit organization specializing in training, education, and professional programs for emerging world leaders and their local peers.
Officer hit by car; man charged with DUI
A District 5 Cincinnati Police officer was struck by a car Friday night.
Officer Jeffrey Shari was not injured, officials said. He was struck while working an off-duty detail at Skyline Chili, 290 Ludlow Ave.
The driver fled, but was later arrested.
Steven Morgan, 30, of Clifton was charged with driving under the influence, leaving the scene of an accident and failure to control his vehicle.
Service for chaplains recalls WWII heroism
The Hamilton County Council of the American Legion is having a “Four Chaplains Sunday” service today..
The observance remembers the sinking of the USS Dorchester during World War II and the four chaplains who died after giving their life jackets to sailors.
Organizations taking part include Veterans of Foreign Wars, AmVets, Disabled Veterans, and the American Legion. The tribute is at 11 a.m. at St. Boniface Church, 1750 Chase Ave., Northside. Information: 541-1563.
County OKs interim public relations hire
Hamilton County Commissioners have approved a contract to hire Cincinnati-based Dan Pinger Public Relations on a temporary basis to handle communications for the county.
Kathy Graham, former spokeswoman for Hamilton County, left that job earlier this year for a job in County Commissioner Tom Neyer Jr.'s office.
Nominees sought for nursing award
Nominations are being sought for the fifth annual Florence Nightingale Awards for Nursing.
The awards will be given April 25. Nominees must live in the Tristate and be employed as a registered nurse who gives direct patient care. Nominees must embody the spirit of Florence Nightingale by showing tenderness, concern, and exceptional emotional support. For a form, call 558-5317. Nominations must be submitted by March 6 to: Nightingale Awards, University of Cincinnati College of Nursing, PO Box 670544, Cincinnati 45267-0554. Nominations also may be faxed to 558-0632. Faxes should include the nominee's name, position, work phone number, and state why the nominee deserves the award. Winners will receive $1,000 and a commemorative award. Runners-up will receive $200 each.
Babysitter accused in death by shaking
COLUMBUS, Ohio — A baby sitter accused of shaking a 10-month-old boy and causing his death has been charged with murder and involuntary manslaughter.
Tammie Louise Brooks, 38, was taken to the Franklin County jail after her arraignment Friday. Bail was set at $700,000.
Ms. Brooks was charged in the death Sept. 1 of Joshua Cross.
Multiple counts of endangering children also were filed against her.
The county prosecutor's office said Ms. Brooks also is accused of injuring Hayden Childers in May when he was 7 months old. Hayden also had been shaken, prosecutors said.
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Fine Arts Fund grants vital to small groups
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Schulz drew on compassion in letter to boy
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Machine aids UC designers
Program brings Net to Appalachia
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