Ohio’s history in the presidency is abundant, if undistinguished:
Steven “MeMo” George Remmer:
Supply chain issues have slowed the implementation of a free, public wi-fi system in the city’s downtown. But James Weiner, the city’s Information Technology director, now says the system is almost ready to go!
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James Weiner, the city’s Information Technology director, the implementation of a free, public wifi system downtown is nearly ready. In fact, after dealing with some supply chain issues, they now have about 70 percent of the equipment installed and ready to go.
He explained that they’re currently working out some power issues on the Central Park square, but preliminary network testing is complete – along with the majority of the heavy work. They hope to have the Wi-Fi up and open to the public by the end of March.
Mansfield City Council approved the $47,626 project back in August 2021 after a presentation from Weiner and Downtown Mansfield Inc. CEO Jennifer Kime.
At the time Weiner said that out of all the projects he’s brought to the council over the years, he’s most excited about this one. And Kime told council the proposal to offer the wi-fi in a several-block radius is just the first phase of a longer-term, “Smart City” approach.
When it’s activated, the wi-fi coverage area will encompass land from East Fifth Street on the north and Park Avenue East on the south with east-west boundaries of South Adams Street and Main Street.
Funds for the project, which will use existing city bandwidth, will come from the Downtown Improvement Fund, created by City Council in 2018 to fund projects by adding $5 to the cost of local motor vehicle registrations.
Free public wi-fi is one of the goals identified in the Mansfield Rising Downtown Reinvestment Plan in 2019.
The proposal was previously recommended by the Downtown Improvement Advisory Board and approved by the city’s Board of Control. Kime said at the time the project will attract more visitors and more community events and also offer greater broadband equity.
Ohio’s presidential history includes 7 men in Oval Office
Next, some local history. The Buckeye state is tied with Virginia for producing the most presidents — although there is controversy when it comes to William Henry Harrison, born in Virginia, but elected as a resident of North Bend, Ohio.
Virginia boasts George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, James Monroe, William Henry Harrison, John Tyler, Zachary Taylor, and Woodrow Wilson. And Ohio products include: William Henry Harrison, Ulysses S. Grant, Rutherford B. Hayes, James A. Garfield, Benjamin Harrison, William McKinley, William Howard Taft and Warren Harding.
Harding, from Marion, was Ohio’s most recent president. He continued a tragic tradition of dying while in office, like half of all Buckeyes who reached the White House, joining William Henry Harrison, Garfield and McKinley. The latter two were assassinated.
Bengals have optimistic outlook after Super Bowl season
Next, Bengals fans are still mourning over Sunday night’s 23-20 Super Bowl loss to the Los Angeles Rams. But looking ahead to next season is encouraging. According to Covers.com, the Bengals are among the favorites to reach next year’s Super Bowl. And Governor Mike DeWine agreed.
He said that “Ohio and all Bengals fans are so very proud of this Bengals team. They represented Cincinnati and Ohio with class and honor. They fought right to the end — just like they did throughout the season.”
DeWine also encouraged fans to look ahead, as the Bengals seem set with 25-year-old quarterback Joe Burrow and one of the NFL’s friendliest salary cap situations.
Steven George Remmer
Finally, we’d like to take a moment to remember Steven George Remmer of Mansfield. Steven was born in 1950 in Mansfield. He proudly served in the United States Army and was a caring husband and a loving father who loved and cherished his family.
He was known as the “Grill Master” by many as he loved to cook out. He also attended Mt. Herman Baptist Church over the years. He enjoyed bowling in his spare time. Steven retired from Bosch in Ashland, and had also worked at Tappan for 10 years.
He leaves behind to cherish many wonderful memories: his wife of 52 years, his children, his grandchildren, his sisters, his brother, and many nieces, nephews, and very good friends. Thank you for taking a moment with us today to remember and celebrate Steven’s life.
