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September is a busy time for families, with children back in school and fall activities in full swing. It’s also an important month for child safety, as communities across the nation recognize Child Passenger Safety Week, observed this year from September 21-27. The campaign is dedicated to reminding parents and caregivers about the critical role car seats and booster seats play in protecting children on the road. Motor vehicle crashes remain a leading cause of injury and death for children in the United States. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), nearly half of all car seats are used incorrectly. Something as simple as a loose harness strap or using the wrong type of seat for a child’s age, height, or weight can make a major difference in the event of a crash. The Monroe County Health Department encourages families to take a few minutes this month to double-check their child’s seat. A free car seat inspection event is being held from noon to 3 p.m. Thursday Sept. 11 at the old Rite Aid parking lot in Woodsfield with our certified Child Passenger Safety Technician being available to help ensure seats are the right fit and properly installed. The Monroe County Health Department also has the Ohio Buckles Buckeyes Car Seat Program that provides child safety seats and booster seats to eligible low-income families in Ohio. Please feel free to reach out if you or someone you may know is in need of a car seat or booster seat.

The Board of Elections will hold a special monthly meeting at 9 a.m. Monday, Sept. 8 at the Board of Elections Office. This meeting will be to review and certify the Nov. 4, 2025, ballots and any other business to come before the board. 

Allie Isaly probably didn’t expect much during the Supreme Showmanship Contest Friday, Aug. 22 during the Monroe County Fair.