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Volume 67 No. 25 Columbia Station, Ohio June 6, 2022

Memorial Day at Hunting Meadows Development Caboose Rides and

Antique Machinery Show

On Memorial Day, May 30, the Hunting Meadows Development at the corner of Snell Road and Route 252 celebrated
Memorial Day with a parade around the neighborhood to honor those who have served our country.
The parade was led by the Columbia Fire Department’s fire engine and ambulance. Following the emergency vehicles Family fun on a Caboose ride at the Wellington station.
was a crowd of children and families riding their bicycles and pushing strollers decorated in red, white and blue.
The children also recognized local veterans and presented them with cards honoring their service to our country. Among The Lorain & West Virginia Railway will be having an
the veterans included Patrick Pizzuli, a US Marines Veteran, Columbia resident, Columbia Youth Wrestling Coach, and “Old Iron Roundup” on Saturday, June 18.
Northfield Police Officer. Owned and operated by the non-profit Lake Shore Rail-
Special thank you to the Columbia Fire Department (Chief Anthony, Lieutenant Gunter and Lieutenant Peters), the fam- way Association, the L&WV will be running short caboose
ilies that helped organize, all the veterans and active military that have served our country, and a very special thank you to rides and hosting an antique machinery display.
Cabooses were once a part of every train, but were most-
those who made the ultimate sacrifice. ly phased out in the 1970s and 80s. Not regularly offered
How to stay safe and healthy at pools and splash pads this summer on our train trips, experience this unique opportunity to see
how real railroaders traveled the rails while performing their
Swimming and splashing are fun ways to cool off and get active. Lorain County Public Health (LCPH) encourages you daily duties.
to keep safe and healthy when visiting pools or splash pads this summer. Tickets will be walk-up only and will be for sale during
“While children are at highest risk, anyone can drown,” says Mark Adams, MPH, REHS, Health Commissioner at LCPH. the event. Caboose rides will start at 1 p.m. and run every
To help prevent drowning, follow these basic safety steps: half hour, or as needed until 4 p.m. Tickets for the caboose
•Have a responsible adult closely and constantly supervise swimmers. ride are $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under.
•Learn how to recognize and respond to a swimmer in distress. The proceeds are used to cover the expenses associated with
•Learn how to perform CPR. owning and maintaining this historical equipment and prop-
•Backyard pool owners should install and maintain fencing, locks or other ways to block access to the pool. erty.
LCPH also explains the science behind a healthy pool experience: Chlorine works by attacking materials in the water,
like dead skin or feces – not liquids like urine. Also, once the chlorine attacks a material, that chlorine molecule is used up Individuals or groups willing to bring antique trucks,
and won’t kill any more germs. Pool managers have to add chlorine regularly to control germ levels and protect people from cars, tractors, hit and miss engines, or any other display, are
getting sick. LCPH inspects all public and neighborhood pools and splash pads in Lorain County to make sure that they are welcome to contact Frank Walko at (567) 204-0392 to learn
as clean and safe as possible. Do your part by taking bathroom breaks, and report any issues to LCPH at (440) 322-6367. more.
Five tips to help you enjoy pool time this summer: The LSRA (or Lake Shore Railway Association) is a 501
1. Put on sunscreen whenever you head outside. (3)(c) non-profit corporation which was formed in 1979 to
2. Take bathroom breaks at least every hour. promote the educational and historical aspects of Lorain
3. Watch children closely when they are in or around the pool. Drowning happens quickly and quietly, so avoid distract- County, by preserving and restoring the former Lorain &
ing activities like being on your phone. West Virginia rail line. They own over 20 miles of the orig-
4. Pay attention and follow any posted safety rules near water. inal Lorain & West Virginia Railway and have rehabbed the
5. Pack drinking water or find a nearby water fountain to stay hydrated. southern six miles.
For more information on how we make your health & safety our priorities, contact Lorain County Public Health at (440) The Lorain & West Virginia Railway operate
322-6367 or visit LorainCountyHealth.com. You can also follow your local health department on Twitter @LorainCo- entirely with volunteers.
Health, Facebook or YouTube.

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