JHS Nickname Committee narrow's down field to two names...
The Jamestown High School Nickname Committee has narrowed down it's choices for the school's next nickname to two.  In a press release from the district Wednesday morning... officials say the two names selected following a community survey and discussions with students are the high school... are "Catamounts..." and "Red & Green."  Either will accompany the district’s “big cat” mascot... which was adopted in 2022.  JHS Athletic Director Ben Drake says they appreciate the communities input... and, adds "As we move forward, the committee has taken the public’s voice into consideration in narrowing down our options and we are excited about these two nicknames that we’ll be presenting to our school community.”  While it was another popular choice... Drake says the committee decided to eliminate “Jaguars” from consideration because that's the nickname at Jefferson Middle School.  "Catamount" is another name for the American panther, cougar or mountain lion.  Students are having the first few days of school to weigh in.  The community will also have a chance to voice their opinion on-line at jpsny.org/nickname.  Drake says "Red & Green" was the high school’s first known nickname from 1905-1935 prior to the introduction of the “big cat” logo.  The survey will be open until Sept. 30, and, the committee will then make a recommendation to the school board for final action in December.

Rhonda Frank named as new JPS Secretary/District Clerk...
There's a new superintendent's Secretary and District Clerk for the Jamestown School Board now on board.  The district has announced that Rhonda Frank replaces Jaunita Walter... who retired in August after seven years in the position.  School Superintendent Kevin Whitaker says -- "I am overjoyed to welcome Rhonda to this important position.  She did an outstanding job during the interview process, and has hit the ground running."  Frank joins the district after spending 20 years as a Technical Assistant, Office Manager, and Secretary to the President at Summit Wealth Management in Jamestown.  She also served in support roles to the Chief Administrative Officer of Jobs Chautauqua and Secretary to the Chief Executive Officer and President at the Florida Air Academy in Melbourne, Fla.  She is a native of Sugar Grove, Pa., and, has lived in Jamestown for 25 years.

County Airport near Jamestown receives $1.9-million infrastructure grant...
The Chautauqua County Airport near Jamestown is getting a $1.9-million Federal Aviation Administration grant to build perimeter fencing and enhance safety and security at the facility.  That from local Congressman Nick Langworthy, who announced the Airport Improvement Grant from the FAA Tuesday afternoon.  Langworthy says he's "thrilled" to announce the new funding because "this airport serves as a vital transportation hub for our community, connecting our region through aviation, and maintaining critical infrastructure will ensure its future operations remain reliable and efficient."  County Executive P.J. Wendel calls the funding "critical..." and, adds "I'm grateful Congressman Langworthy, and his team, were able to secure this funding which will significantly improve our airport infrastructure for years to come.” 

City's Public Works Committee discusses need for crosswalk, eliminating "no left turn" sign at pair of intersections...
There's been further discussion about some changes to streets in the city of Jamestown... including a crosswalk, and allowing a left turn at one intersection.  That from City Council Public Works Committee Chairman Randy Daversa... who says the panel Monday night talked more about a request by Third-Ward Councilwoman Regina Brackman for a crosswalk at the corner of Washington and 11th Streets.  Daversa says Interim Public Works Director Mark Roetzer will look into that with the state Department of Transporation.  Daversa says they also discussed eliminating the "No Left Turn" at the intersection of North Main and Third Streets.  He says Roetzer will also talk about changing that with the state DOT... because a main reason for prohibiting the left turn was because of the size of the city's former JARTS Buses.  No specific action was taken on either proposal during Monday night's committee... or full council work session.

Harmony Historical Harvest Festival set for this Saturday...
The Harmony Historical Society will be hosting it's annual Harvest Festival this Saturday on the society’s grounds in Blockville.  Society President, John Brown, says this year’s event will be different with a "living history" that will include 30 demonstrations going on during the day.  The event runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday.  The society’s treasurer, Tina Scott, points out some highlights... including wagon rides, weaving, and others.  Brown adds, they’re going to remember Harmony’s infamous ‘Roll a Bowl’ race track in a special way... they'll have a replica of a car that used to race on the track.  Randy Anderson from the Chautauqua Sports Hall of Fame will be there to relate some of the history of the ‘Roll a Bowl.’  All the events this Saturday at the Harmony Historical Society will be free.  Food and ice cream will be available for purchase.  

Chaut. County unveil new mobile app for residents and visitors...
The Chautauqua County Office of Emergency Services has announced a new smartphone application as a new way to connect with county residents and visitors.  Officials say the new app will provide information on such matters as power outages... find local shelters... and be able to submit damage reports and get other urgent news quickly.  The Emergency Services app was developed by myEMAapp.com.  The new app can be downloaded for free in the Apple App Store and Google Play by searching “Chautauqua County Emergency Services, NY.”