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Noted journalist discusses financial crisis

  • February 22, 2010
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To paraphrase the words of philosopher George Santayana, those who don’t learn from history are doomed to repeat it. According to Matthew Bishop, American Business editor and New York bureau chief for The Economist, the current global economic crisis requires just that kind of thinking. Bishop, who presented the topic The Road from Ruin: How to Renew Capitalism and Put America Back on Top Feb...

Upcoming Central Christian Auction crucial to Kidron school

  • February 22, 2010
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As far as fundraisers go, this is the big one for Central Christian.On Feb. 27, Central Christian school will enter into one of the most important days of the year, the annual Central Christian School Auction. The auction, which begins at 9 a.m., is matched 100 percent, up to $100,000, making it the single most important fundraiser the school puts on.“This is our big one,” said Bruce Kooker,...

From Haiti to Millersburg, a harrowing journey

  • February 22, 2010
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On Jan. 12, Fritz Jeanty of Port-au-Prince, Haiti was on his way home when his car lurched from the force of a 7.0 magnitude earthquake. He didn’t realize the seriousness of the situation until he saw people running and heard people praying and praising God for being saved.Fritz headed for home via the main road, but quickly came upon even more devastating scenes. People carried injured...

Mardi Gras 2010

  • February 22, 2010
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The HeART for Haiti benefit: Art with a heart

  • February 22, 2010
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Holmes County: A healthy place to live County ranks third in Ohio in national health-related survey

  • February 22, 2010
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Dr. D.J. McFadden wasn’t going to put too much stock in the results of the University of Wisconsin’s Mobilization Action Toward Community Health (MATCH) county ranking which came out Wednesday, Feb. 17. But the Holmes County Health District commissioner was plenty pleased after Holmes County finished third out of the 88 Ohio counties, behind Delaware and Geauga counties.“We know that this...

CIRCLE Coalition dinner at Cornerstone

  • February 22, 2010
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Families with school-aged children are invited to join CIRCLE Coalition for a free family dinner Feb. 25. The dinner will be held from 5:30-7 p.m., at Cornerstone Elementary School, in Wooster. There is no charge to attend but reservations are needed and can be made by calling 330-264-8498 by Feb. 23. This is the fourth dinner CIRCLE is hosting this school year. Cici’s Pizza Buffet in Wooster is...

Tompos named American Cancer Society lead ambassador in Ohio

  • February 22, 2010
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In recognition of her outstanding leadership and passionate service to the American Cancer Society, Grace Tompos, of Wooster, was recently named the society’s state lead ambassador. She began this volunteer position Feb. 1, and will serve in this capacity for two years. “Grace has been an extraordinary leader and a longtime American Cancer Society and American Cancer Society Cancer Action...

Keeping the sidewalks clear

  • February 22, 2010
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Snow is a fact of life in Ohio but with major snowfalls coming back to back in recent days, area residents and business owners have struggled mightily to keep up with the seemingly endless task of keeping sidewalks and fire hydrants clear.For some the heavy snow cover is merely an inconvenience but for those residents and service providers who are forced to trudge through the more than two feet...

Program on Ohio sheep, lamb and goat marketing opportunities, Feb. 24

  • February 22, 2010
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On Wednesday, Feb. 24, Ohio State University Extension and the Ohio Sheep Improvement Association will sponsor a program on Ohio Sheep, Lamb, and Goat Marketing Opportunities at Mrs. Yoder’s Kitchen, 8101 SR 241, in Mt. Hope. Dr. Paul Kuber, of the OSU Animal Sciences Department, will be the keynote speaker. The buffet dinner starts at 5:30 p.m., with the program following at 6 p.m. Meal...