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šŸŒ± What Sandusky residents must do now to avoid this produce-borne parasite

Sandusky, Ohio Patch AM: a 4 min read

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In today's newsletter:

  • What Sandusky residents must do now to avoid this produce-borne parasite
  • What Gwen Stephenā€™s new WIC role means for Sandusky families
  • Why hundreds of truck industry pros are heading to Kalahari in October

Also on today's calendar: Last Cozy Chapter ā€” SōLSTAY Lodging & Marina; Sandusky, OH and 1 more event.

Today's riddle: What is seen in the middle of March and April that canā€™t be seen at the beginning or end of either month? šŸ¤” (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and hot, with a high of 95 and low of 75 degrees. šŸŒ¶ Hot!
  • Thursday: Partly sunny and warm, temps: high: 88, low: 72.
  • Friday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, with a high of 86 and low of 72 degrees.

šŸ“° News we're reading

ā€¢ Parasite causing illnesses through unwashed produce (sanduskyregister.com) ā€” Sanduskyā€™s Erie County Health Department is warning residents and restaurants about a parasite-linked stomach illness tied to unwashed produce, with four confirmed local cases so far. Officials urge everyone to thoroughly wash fruits and vegetables, keep sick food workers home, and avoid pools or lakes when experiencing diarrhea. Detailed washing tips, testing guidance, and direct phone contacts are provided for both the public and food businesses.
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ā€¢ Stephen selected to lead program (sanduskyregister.com) ā€” Sandusky families using WIC services now have a new program director, longtime dietitian and lactation counselor Gwen Stephen, overseeing support across Erie and Huron counties. The Erie County Health Department also just moved Huron Countyā€™s WIC office to a new Norwalk location, while continuing services at the Sandusky office. Residents can get nutrition help, breastfeeding support, and appointments through the health departmentā€™s website or phone line.
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ā€¢ NTEA Commercial Vehicle Upfitting Summit 2026 Set For Oct. 13-14 (truckpartsandservice.com) ā€” A major commercial vehicle industry summit is coming to Kalahari Resorts in Sandusky this October, bringing top chassis manufacturers and engineers to town. Local upfitters and fleet professionals can attend technical sessions, ask questions directly of OEM experts, and network with peers while learning about the latest powertrain, electrical, and chassis updates. Early registration discounts run through Sept. 15.
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šŸ—ž Nearby News

Huron

  • Local leaders confront shared challenges (sanduskyregister.com)
  • Heat Advisory issued for several Northeast Ohio counties on Tuesday: See if your area is included (wkyc.com)
  • What made Northeast Ohio heat wave rare (morningjournal.com)

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The letter ā€œR.ā€ (Thank you Manuela A. for sending it in!)
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