Community event at HCA features homegrown talent
While larger performance venues are easily accessible, the Holmes Center for the Arts is creating meaningful local opportunities for artists by hosting events like An Artful Gathering, a free two-day art gala on Aug. 22-23 showcasing regional talent in visual art, music, dance and youth performance.
Area festivals beckon this fall around Holmes County
Autumn brings plenty of fascinating festivals to Holmes County and Amish Country, and as the leaves turn to various stunning hues, visitors will have plenty of chances to take in plenty of festivities.
Korean KIA Hott’s remains to be memorialized Aug. 25
The remains of 1st Lt. William Harold Hott of Holmesville, who was killed in action during the Korean War, have been identified and will be returned home for a memorial service on Aug. 25 at the Holmes County Fairgrounds.
Local Civil War heroes' tale at next CWRT
The Wayne County Civil War Round Table will host a free program on Aug. 19 at 6:30 p.m. at the Wayne County Historical Society schoolhouse in Wooster, featuring Gerald A. Payn presenting the stories of two local Civil War heroes.
The first day of school for Tusky Valley is Aug. 20
The first day of school for Tuscarawas Valley Local Schools is Aug. 20. Kindergarten students will begin all-day classes Aug. 27.
Brush to talk Ice Age at Killbuck Valley Museum
Nigel Brush, a renowned archaeologist and professor emeritus of geology, will present “Ice Age Animals” on Thursday, Aug. 14, at Duncan Theater in Killbuck as part of the Exploring the Deep Past of Holmes County series.
Smithville’s Pioneer Family Activity Day is Aug. 17
The Smithville Community Historical Society will host Pioneer Family Activity Day from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 17.
Library has added audio player tools for children and teens
The Tuscarawas County Public Library System has expanded its collection for kids and teens with new Tonie characters, Yoto player kits, and Yoto cards—available to borrow for free at all five library locations.
August and September events planned at OPL
Orrville Public Library will host a variety of events in August and early September.
Markling goes from farm girl to world’s strongest woman
After losing her father at age 2, Karen Markling dedicated her life to honoring his legacy through strength, beginning as a determined farm girl and eventually becoming a world-record-setting powerlifter.
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