The number of people killed is lower that the 24 people killed over the 2023 Labor Day weekend.
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On June 28, 1894, President Grover Cleveland signed a law making the first Monday in September of each year a national holiday after multiple …
The fair season continues just up 1-75 in Findlay with the Hancock County Fair. This year is the 172nd year for the Hancock County Fair. It has everything you can expect—from the delicious fair food like corndogs, elephant ears, and cotton candy to the rides and attractions for all ages to enjoy. Fair officials have been pleased with the attendance they've seen this week despite the heat and high temperatures, but it takes a team effort to organize a county fair, and the whole community has chipped in.
It is going to be a busy weekend on the roads, as people are trying to squeeze one more vacation in over the Labor Day weekend. AAA is predicting a nine percent increase in people traveling over the long holiday weekend than last year. Around 85 percent of the people traveling will be driving, and the good news for motorists: the average gas prices are expected to be 30 cents cheaper than Labor Day 2023.
Our Place Family Dining offered a free meal of meatloaf, green beans, mashed potatoes, and more to veterans. Located in Kenton at 120 South Main Street, the restaurant already offers a 10% discount to veterans. Those who received the free meal were thankful to the staff and talked about how they appreciate the recognition and thanks they get for their time serving their country.
This year's parade was focused on the importance of workers and organized labor unions. Multiple labor unions participate in the event, while also connecting with one another. The pandemic cancelled last year's activities, and questions were raised about having the parade this year. However, thanks to state guidelines and recommendations, the West Ohio labor Council was able to plan and put together the parade.
The West Central Ohio Labor Council is sponsoring their Labor Day Parade on Monday. After a year off due to the pandemic, the council has been keeping a close eye on what has been happening around the state and has decided to go ahead with the parade. The parade will start at 10 am and head south from North Main Street and Robb Avenue to Lima’s Town Square.
This upcoming Labor Day weekend law enforcement officials will be out to enforce impaired driving laws. The Lima-Allen County Safe Community Coalition says that the enforcement period is more important than ever. That's because according to Cody Doyle, Project Director for Safe Communities, says that Allen County had twice as many injury or fatal crashes involving impaired drivers in 2020 than in 2019.
While Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of the summer, June 20th is the official start of the season and people were taking full advantage of the beautiful weather.
On Sunday, people came out to celebrate Labor Day on the water at Grand Lake St. Marys. This holiday weekend marks the unofficial end of the season, and we’re seeing how COVID-19 has affected some people’s summer plans.