Break the Grey hopes to break barriers with teens
The message middle and high school students heard at an assembly held at Dover High School on Sept. 13 wasnt new. The way it was delivered, however, was. Bill Ballenger, along with Break the Grey, a nonprofit organization that utilizes popular music, fast-moving images and live skits performed by real kids, demonstrated some of the issues young people face as they struggle to make it to...
Dover Library to offer a Night at the Theatre
As part of the county-wide One Book, One Community project, the Dover Public Library will host a special Night at the Theatre program on Tuesday, Sept. 25, at 7 p.m., featuring drama students from Dover High School. Students will present a theatrical production of several key scenes from the play adaptation of Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury. His classic novel is a masterwork of 20th-century...
Explore the world of a unique pack animal during National Alpaca Days
Here’s to spit in your eye!National Alpaca Farm Days is set for Sept. 29 and 30, and beginning at 9 a.m. on the Spring Ridge Alpaca Farm, patrons can experience an animal that is both beautiful and workmanlike.Spring Ridge Alpacas is located at 14695 TR 469 near Lakeville, and owners Denny and Connie Snell are eager to showcase the 53-strong herd of alpacas they consider their extended family...
Missions at the Airport A family event with an international focus
Ken Stoltzfus Jr., of Kidron, was a third generation pilot and aviation entrepreneur, just like his grandfather, Chris Stoltzfus of Pa., and his father, Ken Stoltzfus Sr. And, also just like the men before him, Ken Stoltzfus, co-founder of Preferred Airparts in Kidron, was a dedicated supporter of Wycliffe Bible Translators and Jungle Aviation and Radio Service (JAARS), a nonprofit organization...Something for Seniors program and changes
Since 2004 Mahlon and Jean Steffen have partnered with The Pier to organize programs for senior citizens from the community. These programs have proven to be inspirational and enjoyable for many seniors. It’s a time to make new friends and connect with old friends. There is a saying that you can’t teach an old dog new tricks. Even though it may be hard to change a unique habit, we are...
Spartans will unite, memories will roll during Millersburg High School Reunion Oct. 6
Well always be loyal and true, all through our school days and when we are through. Millersburg High three cheers for you, we pledge our hearts and ourselves to you. Ah, yes, the good old glory days of Millersburg High School, where green Spartans blood coursed through the veins of all who attended back in the day. While it has been a few years, 48 to be exact, since the actual town of...Holmes County Cultural Center to hold open house
The long wait is finally over and the new Holmes County Cultural Center will kick off the opening of the final phase of the project Sept. 30 with a public open house from 1-4 p.m. The Holmes County Historical Society recently purchased the former Castle Nursing Home building next to the Victorian House Museum, paving the way for the Holmes County Cultural Center. The concept was conceived to...Roy Steinbach
Roy R. Steinbach, 88, of Wintersville, formerly of Gnadenhutten, died peacefully Sept. 15, 2012, at his home. Born August 19, 1924, near Port Washington, Roy was a son of the late Lester R. and Fannie E. Steinbach. A 1942 graduate of Port Washington High School, he spent most of his life in Gnadenhutten, where he helped build and was then employed by the former Alsco plant. He then spent more...
Out on a limb with these predictions, but with a disclaimer
With apologies to Thomas Suddes, the Cleveland Plain Dealer’s and Columbus Dispatch’s fine columnist and who is considered to be an expert on Ohio politics, I will go out on a limb at this point and make a prediction.Ahem.Mitt Romney will win Ohio.Suddes wrote last week that he believed President Barack Obama could take Ohio with strong showings in Franklin County and in counties that are...