Last week (Dec. 6) city officials and community members gathered at Westlake City Hall, 27700 Hilliard Boulevard, for the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony in the main rotunda.
Last week city officials and community members gathered at Westlake City Hall, 27700 Hilliard Boulevard, for the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony in the main rotunda.
Congratulations to Jim and Debbie Wang, who received the honor for 2025. The couple’s son, Jeff, nominated them for the award.“Jim Wang has served as the Animal Control Officer for Westlake for 19 years, dedicating his time and energy to the welfare of animals and their owners. His compassionate approach has led to the successful adoption of numerous cats and dogs, while also helping residents locate lost pets and rescuing animals from harm.
Together, Jim and Debbie have also served as youth leaders for Dover Church, chaperoning numerous events that engage and support local children and families. Debbie’s leadership as the Advent Festival coordinator, which brought together around 100 children for a memorable event, highlights her ability to foster community spirit and connection.
The high school students sorted through the donated books before the Thanksgiving break to ensure the books were categorized and packed properly. Last week the students worked together to load the boxes of books onto a school bus for delivery.Kick off the New Year with the Rocky River Chamber of Commerce by attending the community-wide Health and Wellness Fair, presented by Tri-C Westshore Campus, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Jan. 3 at the Don Umerley Civic Center, 21016 Hilliard Blvd.
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