75 Years Ago...
January 27, 1922
The Mahoning County Board of Health votes to oppose the construction of a tuberculosis hospital on the County farm in Canfield township, citing poor accessibility for families of patients and a lack of medical, lab, and x-ray services at this location.

50 Years Ago...
March 3, 1947
Sanitary officer Vern Struble makes a presentation to the Board of Health about the need for maintenance of septic tanks and leaching beds after installation and suggest that the Board consider creating a follow-up program to see that septic tanks are cleaned every three years.

25 Years Ago...
February 17, 1972
The Mahoning County Board of Health revises its regulations for mass gatherings after 6,000 fans attend a "One Beautiful Picnic" rock concert on a Milton township farm in August, 1971.