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Chili Cook-Off and Luncheon

Fairview United Methodist Church and Relay for Life is sponsoring a Chili Cook-Off and Luncheon April 6 from noon-4 p.m. Price for lunch is $5 to enter cook-off is a $5 donation to the Relay. For information and regulations call Denise Beatty at 330-652-8699.

Intern Missionaries going to Ghana

The Cortland Church of the Nazarene will host Intern Missionaries to Ghana, Africa, Phil and Monica Carr on Easter morning March 23. The Carr's vision is to make disciples, encourage leaders and work with them to see revival, church growth and multiplication. They have long been drawn to working with people of other countries and cultures and believe God is calling them to serve in Ghana. On the field, Phil works as the ministries coordinator and also works in church and pastoral training and development. Monica serves in extension education. They have three children: Phillip, Emily and Sara. The church is located at 293 E. Main St. in Cortland. Pastor Gary Peck and the congregation cordially invite the public to attend this special Easter service at 10:45 a.m.

Warren SCOPE

The Warren SCOPE will be sponsoring the following programs: March 20 Bingo at 12:30 p.m., March 21 Bridge at 6:30 p.m. March 23 Easter is a day of celebration with family and friends. Honoring Easter, Warren SCOPE will be having a complete dinner for only $5. Dinner will be at 1 p.m. and you do not have to be a member to attend the dinner. The public is welcome to all the above activities. Please call Annie McGee at
330-399-8846 if you have any questions.

Survey results show people are aware cancer screening

During February, the Tri County Community Cancer Partners (TCCP) conducted a 'Bowl For It' campaign at Crest Lanes in Warren. Bowlers were asked to complete a short, one-page survey to determine if they were aware of the importance of colorectal cancer screenings.
"The results of the surveys showed that 68% of those who were age 50 or older already had a screening," said Jack Roberts, a committee member of the TCCP. "That's good news and better than the national average, which is about 50 percent."
Also, the survey results for those 49 years of age and younger showed that half of those who completed the questionnaire exercised on a regular basis. Regular exercise plays an important role in reducing colorectal cancer and other types of cancers.
"All of the results will be reviewed by the coalition later this month and a plan of action will be implemented so we may continue to educate people about the importance of colorectal cancer screenings in Mahoning, Trumbull & Columbiana Counties," Roberts added.
Colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of cancer death in America, but could be prevented if people were screened. During screenings polyps, from which colon cancers often develop, can be identified and removed before they become cancerous.
March is colorectal cancer awareness month.  According to the American Cancer Society, those who are 50 years of age or older should talk to their doctor about screenings. Those who are African American or with a family history of colorectal cancer should talk to their doctor earlier to determine when and what type of test is needed.
There are a number of different screening tests available. This includes a colonoscopy, fecal occult blood test, sigmoidoscopy and barium enema. Doctors determine which test is appropriate for each person.
Beside the American Cancer Society, other members of the TCCP are Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, General Motors-UAW Health Care Initiative, Humility of Mary Health Partners, the Lake to River Health Care Coalition, the Ohio Department of Health, Salem Community Hospital and Youngstown State University.
For more information about colorectal cancer call the American Cancer Society toll free anytime at
1-800-ACS-2345 or visit the website at www.cancer.org.

Educators honored during special savings week

Borders, Borders Express, and Waldenbooks stores across the country and right here in Warren will be hosting "Educator Savings Week" to honor local current and retired educators for their commitment  to sharing knowledge and encouraging lifelong learning. Throughout the seven-day event, educators, will be treated to giveaways, raffles, special events, and they will receive a 25 percent discount on regularly priced books, CD, DVD and gifts and stationary and more. In addition, all educators are invited to a special reception on Friday, April 4 from 4-8 p.m. featuring. The event will be Wednesday April 2-Tuesday April 8 from 4-8 p.m. at Borders and Waldenbooks in Warren and Borders Express in Hermitage.