Eric Wilhelm’s enthusiasm and love of the weather knows no bounds.
The self-proclaimed “Weather Geek” of the Mahoning Valley, Wilhelm is the chief meteorologist for WFMJ (Channel 21) in Youngstown and can be seen on weeknight newscasts at 6 p.m. and 11 p.m.
The old schoolhouse has become the stuff of American tradition, nostalgia, folklore, and of course, corny lyrics like, “School days, school days, dear old Golden Rule days.” Nevertheless, it was also the centerpiece of a revolution in public education that was at the foundation for trying to build a strong, diverse, educated group of citizens in order for American democracy to flourish.
The Scouts BSA know how to stay safe in winter weather conditions.
Each year, troops all across the country take part in Klondike campouts, using these learned skills. Many hold a Klondike derby that is based on the heritage of the Klondike Gold Rush, a tradition among Scouts since 1949.
Chipotle will host a dine-to-donate event for Friends of Rodman Public Library from 4 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, March 1. Diners at the 1630 W. State St. location can help raise funds by presenting a flyer obtainable at Rodman Public Library or by telling their server they would like to support the Friends of Rodman Library. Those ordering online for pickup need to use the code 2BZLKE6 in order for their purchase to count towards donating 33 percent of the event sales to the cause. Delivery orders will not count toward the fundraiser.
Rodman Public Library will serve as a drop-off location for the United Way of Greater Stark County’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program.
Meet Lindsay Simpson, a circulation assistant who has been at RPL for nine years. She helps patrons, handles billing, and processes holds and withdrawals.
Here's some things to know about Lindsay:
Do you know your fruit?
Just like humans, each type of fruit is unique, and every type of whole-food offers your body different possible health benefits.
Teens, ages 12-18, are invited to take part in a Trivia Night on Thursday, February 16 at Rodman Public Library.
From 3 to 5 p.m., teens in teams of three or four will compete in a trivia contest of random questions in games based on the format of popular game shows such as Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy! for one score.
Rodman Public Library will host a Saturday matinee movie on February 11 when it screens Black Panther: Wakanda Forever on the big screen in the Main Auditorium.
Children, ages 6-12, can register for Rodman Public Library’s Summer Art Experience starting on Monday, May 15.
What is better than watching a puppet show?
How about playing with a puppet you created?
Rodman Public Library will give children up to the age of 12 the opportunity to do both as it gets the summer started with MellyPop! Productions on Monday, June 5 and Tuesday, June 6.
There’s something fishy going on at Rodman Branch Library.
It’s Fishy Storytime with Hot Pots on Wednesday, May 31 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Children, ages 3-12, will come to the Branch for a mini storytime and then proceed to Hot Pots, accompanied by their guardian, to paint Nemo fish plate.
