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Edison Local ‘Back to School Rally’

RICHMOND — Edison Local Schools’ annual “Back to School Rally” is Sunday, Aug. 6. The free event, assisted by a $2,500 grant through the Wal-Mart Community Foundation Grant, runs 3-7 p.m. at Edison High School and includes a variety of festivities, including inflatable rides and treats from Movin’ & Groovin’ Productions of Toronto, a chicken dinner and a Meet the Team event.

The barbecue dinner runs 4-7 p.m. and includes a quarter chicken meal for $7 with dine-in or takeout available. A Junior Wildcats Meet the Team event is slated for 4:15 at the stadium, which is followed by the introduction of junior high and high school fall sports teams and a band performance at 5.

A mandatory Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) parents’ meeting is scheduled for 6 at the stadium for the fall athletes. Meanwhile, athletic passes for senior citizens and fall season tickets also will be available.

In addition, The Village Network will provide information and items, while two Boy Scout troops are expected to participate with a troop planning to cook chili for patrons. School staff will be on hand to disperse free school bags and supplies provided through the Walmart grant, which will be distributed from 3-5 p.m. Bus route information will also be available at the district transportation booth.

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