FROMONLINE | 2014-08-20
One mans clutter, one mans need Column Summary Just because you dont want something, just because you dont need something, dont disregard that someone else may be in need of what you no longer want to keep. Last weekend my family and business had a huge and very successful tent sale overflowing into the yard sale. We sold a ton of stuff, mounded a FREE pile at the curb, threw boxes...8/20/14 Lincoln Way move for Community Action Wayne/Medina pushed back to 2015
SUMMARY: New location will allow for CAWM to cut down on overhead, provide a home for Wooster Head Start. Community Action Wayne/Medina expects to be in its new home at Lincoln Way Elementary by 2015, bringing Wooster Head Start and many anti-poverty assistance services under one roof. CAWM President/CEO Melissa Pearce said the non-profit will not meet its goal of moving into Lincoln Way by the...Honey Bee Health Still a Concern
The 148 registered beekeepers in Wayne County arent the only ones paying attention to the honey bee population. Farmers, scientists and even backyard gardeners are all attentive due to significant colony losses in recent years and continued bee ill-health. Honey bees are well known for the sweet substance they produce, however what most people dont know is that honey is only of minor...Running Away to Nebraska
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey. Have you ever wanted to run away? Just leave your life right where it is and move somewhere else? Have you ever wanted to move somewhere where life is simple, sunny and serene? Well, this week has been so...8/21/14 Measles outbreak tested health officials ability to respond to crisis
SUMMARY: With measles outbreak apparently over, Holmes County Health Commissioner says response of health officials justifies the presence of public health The recent measles outbreak has shown a justification for public health, according to Holmes Countys top health official. The measles outbreak that affected nine counties is one for the U.S. record books. With 377 confirmed cases, it is...
Doughty Valley Steam Days provides glimpse into past
Blowing off steam has never been so much fun, at least for the participants of the annual Doughty Valley Steam Days, which took place July 24-26. There may not be a better venue for a show that features old-time steam powered engines than the scenic, rolling landscape just north of Charm. It was there that dozens of these old iron horses of Americas past were put to use to thresh hay, saw...
Autumn planted garlic is bigger and more flavorful than spring planted
Not surprisingly, garlic grows best in soil rich in organic matter free of weeds much like most every plant you would consider for the garden. Autumn planted garlic is superior to garlic planted in early spring. Bulbs are bigger, more flavorful and you do not have to wait for the ground to be workable because you have been working it for two seasons. Autumn planting allows the bulbs to develop a...
Dennison Depot plans 25 hour event
The Dennison Railroad Depot Museum has accomplished a great deal in the last 25 years, and now they will take the time to celebrate their achievements through 25 non-stop hours of activities. The flurry of activity begins Friday, August 1 at noon and wont stop until Saturday at 1 p.m. We knew we wanted something big and something that would catch the eye of our community, special events...
Red, hot and loaded: Collector brings his best to Mopars event
Remember the car from the movie Christine? It was a 1957 Plymouth Belvedere hard top, and aside from its homicidal tendencies, it was a pretty sweet ride. Dick Wilk knows what a great car the Belvedere is, because he owns one. His is a pristine red and white convertible. Wilk, from Lisbon, also owns a 1961 Chrysler 300G. Also red. Also a convertible. Wilk brought both cars out for last...