Nick Marsico, the President and CEO of Magruder Hospital, presented a Five Year Milestone Award to Jeremy Corbin and James “JJ” Faulkner of the Resort at Erie Landing at Thursday’s night’s annual Port Clinton Chamber of Commerce Awards at the Jet Express’ Island Port Bar & Grill in Port Clinton. (Photo by Sheri Trusty)

By D’Arcy Patrick Egan

The Port Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce and Main Street Port Clinton held their annual dinner and Awards Ceremony on Thursday night, and beauty and longevity were the standards in 2023.

Port Clinton Chamber officials began the annual awards to honor companies and organizations that have enjoyed a long, fruitful stay in the community. Five Year Milestone Awards were presented to Studio E, Resort at Erie Landing and Catawba Island Jewelers.

Ten Year Milestone Awards were presented to Friends of Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge Intern Program, Salon

53, Ciao Bella and The Clinton House.

First National Bank was selected for the 25 Year Milestone Award, and Masonry Construction for the 50 Year Milestone Award.

The rare 100 Year Milestone Award was given to Croghan Colonial Bank and Ohler & Holzhauer.

Main Street Port Clinton handed out its annual Beautification Awards to wrap up the night, with The Gristmill and Port Clinton Candy Company honored for their excellent efforts in improving the appearance of Port Clinton’s downtown area throughout the year.