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The Lucknow Sentinel, 2014-04-09, Page 66 Lucknow Sentinel • Wednesday, April 9, 2014 2017 IPM logo and slogan unveiled Dave Flaherty Goderich Signal Star The logo and slogan for 100th annual International Plowing Match to be held in Walton in 2017 were unveiled at a county council meeting last Logo and slogan for 100th IPM in Walton unveiled County provides $30,000 in support Dave Flaherty Goderich Signal Star The logo and slogan for the 100th annual International Plowing Match (IPM) to be held in Walton in 2017 was unveiled last week. The organizing committee of the event was present at the April 2 county council meeting. Chair Heather Logan said they received 35 submissions for slogans and 14 for logos. The logo incorporates elements from Huron County's tourism department and the iconic tractor, which appears in every IPM logo. The slogan is "Huron Hosts on Ontario's West Coast." County Warden Joe Steffler presented a cheque for $30,000 to representatives after the unveiling. Logan said it is an honour for them to be able host the 100th edition of the event. "Huron County knows how to throw a party and we are planning on hosting a pretty big party," Logan said. She said the committee is looking forward to working with residents, busi- nesses, tourism departments and local governments to make the event a huge success. The 2017 IPM will take place in Wal- ton on Sept. 19 to 23, 2017. 5TAG & DOE MIR Alex Peel & Andy Clarannte : , F Saturday, April 19th 2014 Knights of Columbus Center 99 Kerr Drive Wingham ON 9pm to lam Age of Majority Tickets $7 in advance • $10 at the Door Tickets available from family of the bride and groom or Call: 519-528-3219 Report on status of volunteering in Huron County presented to council Social research and planning council makes recommendations Dave Flaherty Goderich Signal Star Despite Huron County's strong volunteer base, there are some issues that will need to be addressed to keep it that way. That was part of the message delivered to county councillors by Tracy Birtch and Larry Marshall of the United Way of Perth -Huron's social research and planning council at the April 2 meeting. Birtch and Marshall were presenting the find- ings of a study that looked at the state of volunteer- ing in Huron and Perth counties. Birtch said volunteers in Huron County pro- vided 4 million hours last year, which equates to about 2,000 full-time jobs. Eighty-four percent of not-for-profit organiza- tions report they would not be able to exist with- out volunteers. According their report, roughly one-half of Canadians volunteer, which is up 6% since 2007 and up 12% since 2004. Although the number of Canadians who volun- teer is up, they are generally putting in less hours. The council was able to identify seven issues from its study; • There are not enough volunteers to meet up with the demand for service • A lack of volunteer co -coordinators and standards and practice • An aging volunteer population with a small minority doing the majority of the work • No "one stop shop" for those looking for volunteer opportunities or services in the region • An area the size of Huron County leads to geographical challenges • A changing society in terms of people's view of volunteering and their priorities • Mounting paperwork and screening processes for volunteers Some of the recommendations made by the council were to review local websites to make vol- unteer opportunities more readily available, review volunteer recruitment strategies, access the need for a "volunteer centre" whether it be online or physical location and to look at the feasibility and creation of a volunteer network. Birtch said they have sent out invitations to local groups to be involved with the discussions. Goderich Deputy Mayor John Grace asked to what level are volunteers in Huron County recognized. "If you want to retain them you need to appreci- ate them," Grace said. Birtch said the council totally agrees, comment- ing, "they (volunteers) are the very heart of our community." Health Unit asking public to check measles vaccination status Measles activity continues in Ontario, with 11 cases reported since the beginning of the year. The initial five cases were in travelers to Thailand, Europe and the Philippines, but there has been spread from these cases. While the majority of cases have not been immunized, a few cases have occurred in partially or fully immunized persons. Measles is also occurring in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia. To date, no cases have been reported in Grey Bruce. "Measles is not common in Canada, due to our high immu- nization rates," said Dr. Hazel Lynn, Grey Bruce Medical Officer of Health. "But the cur- rent outbreaks show we can't let our guard down. Being vaccinated is your best protection against measles. Take a moment to review your own as well as your children's immu- nization status?' In Ontario, two doses of the combined measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine are given to children; the first on or after their first birthday and the second at 4- 6 years. As of April 2 in Grey Bruce, 98 percent of school-age children have had two doses. The two doses provide almost 100% protection. Adults born before 1970 can be assumed to have 50th WEDDING ANNIVERSARYFOR BARRY & BETTY JONES Barry, Betty & Family invite you to celebrate their anniversary at the Point Clark Community Centre in Point Clark. on Saturday, April 19th, 2014 1:30 - 4:00 p.m. Come for a visit, Best Wishes only please! Donations can be made to the Kincardine Food Bank. natural immunity as they likely had measles. Two doses of the combined MMR vaccine is gen- erally recommended for those born in 1970 or later, for young adults, post -secondary students, healthcare workers and anyone travelling to locations where there is potential of exposure. Measles spreads very easily. The virus passes from person to person through direct contact and from breathing in airborne droplets containing the virus. It can take 7-18 days from being exposed to the start of symp- toms. Measles begins with cough, runny nose, red watery eyes and fever; after about four days a rash begins on the face and moves down the body. Infants under one year, pregnant women and anyone with a weakened immune system can get very ill with measles. Com- plications include middle ear infections, pneumonia, croup and inflammation of the brain. For more information, call Public Health at 519-376-9420 or 1-800-263-3456 or visit our web- site at www.publichealthgrey- bruce.on.ca * c •V , D g • ) 4, i r-- c , ) (-- The Lucknow Sentinel Birthday Club Kyla Moffat April 9, 2005 - 9 years old Carson Stutzman April 12, 2004 -10 years old Erin Johnston April 14, 2011 - 3 years old Haley Gibson April 15, 2002 - 12 years old Justin &Jessica Bushell April 15, 2005 - 9 years old Your child can be a member of the Sentinel's birthday club call 519-528-2822 to register r. lucknow Sentinel 619 Campbell Street 519-528-2822 ! received 35 submissions for slogans and 14 for logos. The logo incorporates elements from Huron County's tourism department and the iconic tractor, which appears in every IPM logo. The slogan is "Huron Hosts on Ontario's West Coast." County Warden Joe Steffler presented a cheque for $30,000 to representatives after the unveiling. Logan said it is an honour for them to be able host the 100th edition of the event. "Huron County knows how to throw a party and we are planning on hosting a pretty big party," Logan said. She said the committee is looking forward to working with residents, busi- nesses, tourism departments and local governments to make the event a huge success. The 2017 IPM will take place in Wal- ton on Sept. 19 to 23, 2017. 5TAG & DOE MIR Alex Peel & Andy Clarannte : , F Saturday, April 19th 2014 Knights of Columbus Center 99 Kerr Drive Wingham ON 9pm to lam Age of Majority Tickets $7 in advance • $10 at the Door Tickets available from family of the bride and groom or Call: 519-528-3219 Report on status of volunteering in Huron County presented to council Social research and planning council makes recommendations Dave Flaherty Goderich Signal Star Despite Huron County's strong volunteer base, there are some issues that will need to be addressed to keep it that way. That was part of the message delivered to county councillors by Tracy Birtch and Larry Marshall of the United Way of Perth -Huron's social research and planning council at the April 2 meeting. Birtch and Marshall were presenting the find- ings of a study that looked at the state of volunteer- ing in Huron and Perth counties. Birtch said volunteers in Huron County pro- vided 4 million hours last year, which equates to about 2,000 full-time jobs. Eighty-four percent of not-for-profit organiza- tions report they would not be able to exist with- out volunteers. According their report, roughly one-half of Canadians volunteer, which is up 6% since 2007 and up 12% since 2004. Although the number of Canadians who volun- teer is up, they are generally putting in less hours. The council was able to identify seven issues from its study; • There are not enough volunteers to meet up with the demand for service • A lack of volunteer co -coordinators and standards and practice • An aging volunteer population with a small minority doing the majority of the work • No "one stop shop" for those looking for volunteer opportunities or services in the region • An area the size of Huron County leads to geographical challenges • A changing society in terms of people's view of volunteering and their priorities • Mounting paperwork and screening processes for volunteers Some of the recommendations made by the council were to review local websites to make vol- unteer opportunities more readily available, review volunteer recruitment strategies, access the need for a "volunteer centre" whether it be online or physical location and to look at the feasibility and creation of a volunteer network. Birtch said they have sent out invitations to local groups to be involved with the discussions. Goderich Deputy Mayor John Grace asked to what level are volunteers in Huron County recognized. "If you want to retain them you need to appreci- ate them," Grace said. Birtch said the council totally agrees, comment- ing, "they (volunteers) are the very heart of our community." Health Unit asking public to check measles vaccination status Measles activity continues in Ontario, with 11 cases reported since the beginning of the year. The initial five cases were in travelers to Thailand, Europe and the Philippines, but there has been spread from these cases. While the majority of cases have not been immunized, a few cases have occurred in partially or fully immunized persons. Measles is also occurring in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia. To date, no cases have been reported in Grey Bruce. "Measles is not common in Canada, due to our high immu- nization rates," said Dr. Hazel Lynn, Grey Bruce Medical Officer of Health. "But the cur- rent outbreaks show we can't let our guard down. Being vaccinated is your best protection against measles. Take a moment to review your own as well as your children's immu- nization status?' In Ontario, two doses of the combined measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine are given to children; the first on or after their first birthday and the second at 4- 6 years. As of April 2 in Grey Bruce, 98 percent of school-age children have had two doses. The two doses provide almost 100% protection. Adults born before 1970 can be assumed to have 50th WEDDING ANNIVERSARYFOR BARRY & BETTY JONES Barry, Betty & Family invite you to celebrate their anniversary at the Point Clark Community Centre in Point Clark. on Saturday, April 19th, 2014 1:30 - 4:00 p.m. Come for a visit, Best Wishes only please! Donations can be made to the Kincardine Food Bank. natural immunity as they likely had measles. Two doses of the combined MMR vaccine is gen- erally recommended for those born in 1970 or later, for young adults, post -secondary students, healthcare workers and anyone travelling to locations where there is potential of exposure. Measles spreads very easily. The virus passes from person to person through direct contact and from breathing in airborne droplets containing the virus. It can take 7-18 days from being exposed to the start of symp- toms. Measles begins with cough, runny nose, red watery eyes and fever; after about four days a rash begins on the face and moves down the body. Infants under one year, pregnant women and anyone with a weakened immune system can get very ill with measles. Com- plications include middle ear infections, pneumonia, croup and inflammation of the brain. For more information, call Public Health at 519-376-9420 or 1-800-263-3456 or visit our web- site at www.publichealthgrey- bruce.on.ca