Urban League Blog

The Stark County Board of Elections is seeking applications from registered voters to work at polling locations throughout Stark county. The Primary Election will be held Tuesday, May 5, 2009. Pollworkers are compensated at a rate of $92.65- $112.65 for Election Day. New pollworkers will receive paid training. Pollworkers must have reliable transportation, and be available on Election Day from 5:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Cancellations occur daily; pollworkers not immediately assigned, are used as positions become available. Individuals are also needed to serve on a standby basis for Election Day. If you are interested in serving at the polls on Election Day, please contact the Board of Elections office. Sign up online at www.boe.co.stark.oh.us or call Theresa Large 451-7007 Monique Moore 451-7008 Monday Friday 8:30 am 4:30 pm.

If you have any questions or comments regarding Urban League Membership, contact us by calling or e-mailing and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you.

Greater Stark County Urban League
1400 Sherrick Road
Canton, OH 44707
Phone: (330) 456-3479

Email: memberservices@myurbanleague.org

The Greater Stark County Urban League has joined the 50 Million Pound Challenge to help Stark County lose the weight and lead a healthy life style. We now have a team in the 50 Million Pound Challenge. It’s called League the Way.

Want some help losing weight? Sign up for the 50 Million Pound Challenge then join our team – search Teams for League the Way

A Health Fair was held at the Urban League’s Sherrick Road office on Saturday April 18. The Fair was a collaboration of the Urban League, The Mary Church Terrell Club, CareSource, Multi-Development Services of Stark County and Aulman Hospital. Blood pressure screenings were done by Aultman medical staff. Attendees participated in line dancing for fitness and visited the information booths of the many vendors that particpated. Prizes were awarded including Walmart gift cards and a Wii console and Fitness system. Congressman John Boccieri made a special vist and addressed the audience. In his comments, Congressman Boccieri spoke about his and President Obama’s commitment to healthcare for all Americans. Thank you to Congressman Boccieri, the attendees and the organizations that participated. Special thanks to Walmart for their support and to Aultman Hospital for providing the Wellness on Wheels van.