Auglaize County Council on Aging

02/03/2026

01/30/2026

This is the next bus trip scheduled for 2026. Look the flyer over. If it is of interest to you, call Dorothy on Tuesday or Thursday afternoons, and make a down payment. The full payment is due by February 23rd.

01/27/2026

Congratulations to Nikki Neargarder of St. Marys on being selected as the winner of a $25 bill credit! Thank you to everyone who conserved energy!
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UPDATE, 10:21 A.M. - The peak alert has ended. Please be aware that another peak alert may be issued this evening from 6 pm to 10 pm. Please continue to monitor this page for further information.
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1/27/26 -❄️ A peak alert has been issued by our grid operator, PJM, as of 6 a.m. this morning, due to cold temperatures and increased demand. 📈

Please help us get the word out by liking and sharing this post, then dropping a comment below so we know you did it! Tomorrow morning, we'll draw a name to win a $25 bill credit! 🎉

Here's what you can do to help beat the peak:
🍽️ Delaying the use of large appliances
💡 Turning off unnecessary lights
🌡️ Lowering the thermostat a few degrees
🚿 Wait until after the peak to shower

🚨NOTE: Water heater switches will be activated, so please delay showering if possible. Throw on that extra layer to stay warm!

Learn more about peak alerts here: www.midwestrec.com/peakalerts

01/25/2026

The Auglaize County Council on Aging will be closed Monday 1-26-26 due to the weather.

01/25/2026

01/23/2026

❄️ BE WEATHER AWARE, AUGLAIZE COUNTY! ❄️

With possible winter weather arriving, the Auglaize County Sheriff’s Office wants to ensure everyone is familiar with our Winter Road Condition Advisory Levels. Please take a moment to review the graphic below so you know what to expect before you get behind the wheel.

Stay Updated : Conditions can change fast! Don't rely on old information:

Follow this Page: We post immediate updates here when levels change.

Subscribe to Nixle: Get emergency alerts sent directly to your phone. 👉 Sign up here: https://local.nixle.com/auglaize-county-sheriffs-office/

🚨 REMINDER: Please do not call 911 or Dispatch for road conditions. We need to keep those lines open for life-threatening emergencies.

Stay safe, stay warm, and look out for one another!

01/23/2026

Winter weather and below-freezing temperatures are in the forecast for this weekend and much of next week, and the Ohio Department of Aging is encouraging older Ohioans and caregivers to be prepared.

Here are some helpful tips:
✅ Have an emergency plan
✅ Dress in layers and limit exposure by staying indoors
✅ Ask a reliable family member, friend or neighbor to check in on you to make sure you are okay
✅ Check news outlets for important updates and information

Read more: https://aging.ohio.gov/winterstorm26release

01/23/2026

As we anticipate winter weather this weekend, we kindly remind you to remove snow from your vents and gas meter, which will help prevent CO from accumulating inside your home.

01/23/2026

Due to the cold temperatures the Wapakoneta Mealsite is closed today

01/22/2026

A winter storm is likely to impact the area this weekend. Here are some helpful tips to prepare for the storm. The greatest impacts are likely Saturday evening into Sunday.

01/22/2026

He is being held on $600,000 bond at the Auglaize County Corrections Cente

01/21/2026

Home energy costs can be challenging for older adults on fixed or low incomes. The Ohio Department of Aging partners with several agencies and Ohio’s aging network to provide programs and information to help eligible older Ohioans.

Find more information here: https://aging.ohio.gov/care-and-living/get-help/understand-your-benefits/energy-assistance