Coalition grant applications close Monday

It’s not too late to apply for a grant through Jay County Drug Prevention Coalition.

The organization is accepting applications to award grants from the Jay County Alcohol and Drug Countermeasures fund this year. Dollars are available for Jay County organizations or agencies providing services in Jay County with a focus on initiatives addressing issues in the areas of prevention, justice and treatment. Approximately $4,000 is available for each category.

Grant applications are due by the end of the day July 1. To learn more, contact Ally Raines at (260) 251-3259 or at [email protected].

Blues is on the way

Darke County Center for the Arts will host its annual BBQ & Blues event at 6 p.m. July 12 on the lawn of Greenville Ohio Library.

Brass Tracks Band will be the featured performer for the event with Alex Poteet joining the group as a special guest. Food trucks and beverages will be available.

“BBQ & Blues has become a beloved tradition in our community, bringing together great music, delicious food and a fun atmosphere,” said David Warner, Darke County Center for the Arts artistic director of performing, said in a press release. “We are thrilled to feature Brass Tracks Band this year and can’t wait to see everyone dancing and enjoying the music.”

Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and younger. They are available at darkecountyarts.org.

Contest opening

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources’ license card background artwork contest is underway.

From Monday through Aug. 2, entries will be accepted for the contest. All work should be Indiana-based and have a nature or wildlife theme. For additional guidelines, visit events.IN.gov/event/DFWCardContest.

Four entries will be chosen to be printed on licenses this year.