The pandemic made the year difficult for a lot of people, so Crosby Elementary staff and students wanted to find a way to give back to the community and have fun while doing it. The school raised money and paid for a coffee truck to go to Shawneespring of Harrison Healthcare and Rehabilitation facility on National Caregivers Day, which was Feb.19.

A way for men to grow in their faith, vocation and fellowship – that’s what the annual E6 Catholic Men’s Conference offers. The conference is designed to bring men into a deeper relationship with Christ.

Albert Nanni loved to tell stories, but he also liked to play and teach violin. He would invite some of his more experienced students to play in his group Nanni Strings. They practiced in his living room and played for many different occasions around the area.

Morgan Woyckey and her dog Gordon enjoyed the snow with other dog friends at the Harrison Dog Park on Thursday, Feb. 18.

Taylor Oberjohann of Harrison was among the seven Ohio Connections Academy (OCA) students to receive a Prudential Spirit of Community Award in recognition of their volunteer service to the community. Oberjohann, an eighth grader at the online public charter school, worked with school, city and county officials, as well as representatives from Duke Energy, to replace and upgrade traffic and crosswalk lighting signals in front of the local middle school to ensure the safety of the pedestrian and vehicle traffic.

Students receive Miami degrees The following Harrison students received degrees from Miami University Dec. 11 : Jillian Campagna graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree, majoring in art.

Harrison Wildcat wrestler Chloe Dearwester won the 106-weight class in the girls state wrestling champions Feb. 20 at Hillard Davidson High School. Dearwester pinned all four of her opponents during the tournament. See more on page 3. PHOTO BY SANDY MINOR

Better roads are ahead for two streets in Harrison. According to City Councilman and Streets Committee Chair Ethan Dole, Park Avenue and May Drive will be getting makeovers this year.