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PCIS student Sophia Burkett,left, makes a purchase at the student garden across from Piqua Central Intermediate School during Junior Farm Market Day on Friday, Sept. 23. Students each received wood coins with which they could make purchases of a variety of produce from vendors.

Milo Williams, 6, of Troy paints one of the skateboard ramps at the Troy Skate Park on Ridge Ave. on Saturday morning. Williams, his grandfather, and a dozen other volunteers were painting over graffiti and cleaning the park as they prepare for a skating competition to be held at the facility on October 1.

COVINGTON — Following recommendations from coaches and the team’s medical trainer, Superintendent Covington High School’s varsity football game against Northridge that was scheduled for Friday, Sept. 23, was canceled due to injuries preventing the school from safely fielding a team. Superintendent Dr. John Hoelzle made the announcement during the Covington Board of Education meeting Wednesday evening.

CASSTOWN — On Tuesday, Sept. 22, as part of National Farm Safety and Health Awareness Week, the Miami East-MVCTC FFA Chapter held a Seat Belt Awareness Activity. As students exited the parking lot at Miami East High School, the drivers were stopped and their seat belts were checked.

DAYTON — Honor October Breast Cancer Awareness Month and help save lives by donating at local blood drives this October.

The Logan County Art League is sponsoring three workshops through the end of 2022. Total registrations to be accepted are limited. Register as soon as possible.

TIPP CITY — The Laughlin family will be hosting a benefit event to raise money to help fund treatments and other medical expenses for John Laughlin Jr. on Oct. 8 at the American Legion Hall, 377 N. Third St., Tipp City, at 5 p.m.

CASSTOWN — The Miami East-MVCTC FFA Chapter will be hosting a Cruise-In on Friday, Oct. 7 from 4 to 7 p.m. This event is open to cars, trucks and tractors.

TROY — The Troy City Beautification Committee provides for two awards throughout the “growing months,” to recognize the efforts of property owners in Troy to make our community more beautiful.

CASSTOWN — The Miami East Local School District is honoring graduates who serve in the armed forces with a new scrolling sign on the high school building.