Winter wonderland of Christmas trees sparkles at Warthers Tree Festival
Summary: There is a Christmas tradition in Tuscarawas County that also raises funds for a very important local cause. The Warthers Tree Festival, held each November, offers the opportunity not only to gaze upon almost 100 beautiful trees and wreaths, but also to purchase those items and have all proceeds go towards patient care at Union Hospital in Dover. Early each holiday season, over 5,000...Giving changes us all.
Summary: Giving messes with us. Not only does giving change the person receiving, it also has surprising lessons for the gift giver. Story: The first car we gave away was Christmas 2008. I remember that first year as if were yesterday. Ive learned so much through this process and remain encouraged at the generosity I have experienced in people. Win a Car for Christmas 2012 is on its way!...Old Glory waves on a glorious autumn morning as veterans are honored in New Philadelphia
Summary: Americas military heroes were honored on the Tuscarawas County Courthouse lawn in New Philadelphia. The Sun, Nov. 11 commemorative service was blessed with beautiful weather. Its good to be part of Veterans Day here in New Philadelphia, as a way to show our appreciation, stated Chad Conrad, director for the Muskingum Lakes Chapter of the American Red Cross, as he handed a cup...Avant Gardner: Amaryllis is easy to grow and blooms last
Summary: Amaryllis is a favorite holiday flower and that can be just what the gardener needs to keep the green thumb happy this winter. There is still time to have beautiful blooms for Christmas if you start growing the showy amaryllis bulb now. In shades of red, pink, salmon, yellow, white and even striped varieties reminiscent of candy canes, the tender bulbs are easy to grow indoors and take...Column: Some green in my purse and a mind uncluttered
Column summary: Digging down deep in your purse to find money that isn't there? Here are a few tips to find a little more cash - and sanity - in our anxiety-ridden lives. I want more green in my wallet. If it werent for those darn bills we have to pay every month Im just sure we would have more of it. Who needs a cell phone, internet, cable, or electric? Lots of people live without it and...
Creating healthier habits at WCH Diabetic Clinic during National Diabetes Month and everyday
“Nearly 26 million Americans suffer from diabetes, and a third of those don’t even realize it,” said Carol Inkrott, dietitian and certified diabetes educator at Wooster Community Hospital. Another 79 million have prediabetes, a condition that not only puts them at risk of developing full-blown diabetes but also signifies that damage to blood vessels and nerves has already begun. “It is a...Stay in control of your holiday eating
The holidays bring lots of food, drinks, treats and parties. Getting caught up in the business of the season without careful planning can lead to mindless eating and unwanted pounds. Make a plan to stay organized and in control this holiday season by: - Keep a running list of errands, groceries and gifts. Plan to finish as many things in as few trips as possible. - Grocery shop when full or...Childhood Lead Poisoning in Ohio
Currently, almost a million children in the USA have elevated blood lead levels which can lead to lower intelligence, learning disabilities, and behavior issues. Most of these children ingested the lead from paint in older homes. Ohio ranks fifth in the number of homes with lead-based paint and has the third highest percentage of children under age 6 with elevated blood lead levels...
Children of all ages will be fascinated by Window Wonderland in downtown Wooster
Main Street Wooster, United Titanium, Wayne Savings Community Bank, Century Link, The Daily Record and the downtown Wooster merchants welcome children of all ages to Window Wonderland in downtown Wooster on Friday, Nov. 16, from 7-9:30 p.m. The highlights of the evenings program include the lighting of the Childrens Tree on Public Square and, of course, the appearance of Santa. This years...