Village of Put-in-Bay, Mayor Jessica C. Dress Dear residents of Put-in-Bay and South Bass Island, It is imperative that we all continue to adapt the state and national health guidelines, published and…
Month: March 2020
Lake Erie Islands Conservancy Publishes Spring Newsletter
LEIC provides information on the native plant and tree sale and on upcoming programs. Be advised: any Conservancy events may be cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Please monitor the LEIC on…
Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial Monitors Latest Health Guidance
Put-in-Bay, OH – Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial reminds visitors that the Visitor Center and Memorial column are still closed as part of our normal seasonal closure. However, the grounds remain open…
How to Make Effective Personal Protective Equipment for COVID-19
The United States Department of Labor reports, “All personal protective equipment should be safely designed and constructed, and should be maintained in a clean and reliable fashion. It should fit comfortably, encouraging…
Dense Fog Enshrouds Put-in-Bay
Amidst several weather advisories issued by the National Weather Service, Put-in-Bay finds itself wrapped in a dense fog. From East Point to South Bass Island State Park, the island lies in a…
Ottawa County, Ohio, Resident Tests Positive for COVID-19
Ottawa County, Ohio, Health Department released the following statement at 2:52pm, 28 March 2020, in regard to an Ottawa County resident testing positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19) .
Put-in-Bay Wildlife Returns
In spite of a stay-at-home order, “buzzards” have returned to Put-in-Bay. Officially, Turkey Vultures are identified as Cathartes aura. Order: Cathartiformes, Family: Cathartidae. Note: Buzzard and Turkey Vulture are not the same!
Put-in-Bay Township Park District Publishes Annual Report
Twelve years ago, the citizens of the islands created Put-in-Bay Township Park District. With the encouragement and support of property owners, individuals, organizations, the State of Ohio, and the Federal government, we…
Miller Ferry Updates Service Schedule
Effective: Tuesday, March 24, 2020. Miller Boat Line will be operating on a reduced schedule to both Put-in-Bay and Middle Bass Islands. This is an action that has not been taken lightly…
Yardworks Finishes Mother Nature’s Game
Pick Up Sticks Yardworks begins their 27th season of ‘Working Hard on Island Yards’ by playing the annual game of Pick Up Sticks. Mother Nature trims her trees with winter’s winds, but…
Bass Islands United by Historical Motto
Bass Islands history is most frequently accompanied by reference to Oliver Hazard Perry’s battle flag adorned with a phrase repeated by Captain James Lawrence during his dying days in 1813. Today, “Dont…
Home Learning Takes on New Context
While home schooling has long been an option for parents, the possible extended closure of schools creates a new dimension for parents and children alike. Put-in-Bay School, currently closed until 6 April…
Put-in-Bay Police Chief Reaches Out to Island Community
Put-in-Bay Police Chief Steve Riddle, in a sincere gesture of support and service, adds additional Put-in-Bay Police Department support to island citizens during the Covid-19 pandemic. The Chief releases the the letter…
Weather the Weather!
URGENT – MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Cleveland OH 358 PM EDT Fri Mar 20 2020 Lake Erie nearshore waters from Maumee Bay to Reno Beach OH- Lake Erie nearshore waters…
Put-in-Bay Chamber of Commerce Forwards Small Business Information
Put-in-Bay Chamber of Commerce: Important information for Ohio small businesses to apply for an SBA disaster loan. The Small Business Administration is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to Ohio small businesses suffering substantial…