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Wapakoneta, Ohio
Population: 9,474
Located in Auglaize County
Wapakoneta's streets bear the names of Indians who first inhabited the area; other streets and businesses reflect the community's ties to the space program, honoring native son Neil Armstrong. There are many 19th- and 20th-century buildings and homes, representing the German immigrants who helped Wapakoneta grow from a hamlet to a city. Residents continue to build new homes and businesses, preserving the old, as Wapakoneta explores the opportunities of tomorrow.
Wapakoneta embodies the notion of America's hope and future. As Bob Greene put it, "(America) can do anything. Sometimes we need to be reminded of that; sometimes the reminder is sitting right next to the highway, an exit sign that tells us everything we need to know. Wapakoneta." Education: More than 3,500 students attend classes in the Wapakoneta City Schools, where education take place in six separate buildings. In 1989, the district completed construction of a new high school facility, a 175,000 square foot facility for grades 9-12. The school features a 3,000-seat gymnasium, new soccer facilities, a state-of-the-art library/media center, 300 seat lecture/multimedia presentation room and 76 classrooms and computer labs.
Wapakoneta City Schools provides the latest in educational technology and has unique partnerships with several local companies. The building is also used by adults participating in adult education classes, college classes, distance learning programs and after school hours fitness programs. Wapakoneta and The Wapakoneta City Schools maintain several parks, sports facilities and playgrounds around the city.
Recreation: Belcher Park is located behind the downtown area along the river. It is home to the Farmer's Market.
Harmon Field, on the site of Wapakoneta Middle School, is best known as the home of the Wapakoneta High School Redskins. It also boasts 4 tennis courts, 3 baseball fields, a playground, picnic area and swimming pool.
River walk is the name given to the paved path linking the downtown to the YMCA. It runs along the north bank of the Auglaize River, then north, near City Hall, to connect to the sidewalk at St Joseph School. Veteran's Memorial Park, besides providing picnic shelters, a 1-mile walking track and physical challenges, baseball fields, a playground and skateboard surface is also the site of an annual memorial service honoring veterans and servicemen.
Courtesy of http://www.wapakoneta.com
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