9/25/12 No excuse for passing school buses
SUMMARY: Passing a stopped bus could result in fines and a license suspension Motorists who do not respect the safety zone around a stopped school bus can find themselves in front of a judge, or, worse, cause a tragedy. Passing a stopped school bus is an unclassified misdemeanor that carries up to a $500 fine and one year license suspension. Anyone who passes a school approaches within 10 feet...9/25/12 Info sought in Township Road 31 fire
SUMMARY: Barn a total loss A barn fire that occurred near Glenmont Monday, Sept. 24 is under investigation. The fire, reported at 3:20 p.m., destroyed a barn located off state Route 520 on Township Road 31. Richland Township Fire Chief Melissa McCartney-Wells said the barn, a century-old structure, was not currently in use by its owner, Robert Starner. McCartney-Wells said information is still...Vision Trends: See how fashionable eyewear can be
Teaser: Patients notice the difference the moment they enter Vision Trends, Dovers newest premier eye care and eyewear optometry office located at 707 N. Wooster Ave. Vision Trends has all the latest styles in eyewear with many of them exclusively available at the boutique style office. The waiting room features comfortable leather furniture and magazines that appeal to people with...Bible antiquities displayed in Holmes County
Summary Area residents can view biblical antiquity items at a local church in October. During October, Holmes County area residents have a unique opportunity to view first-hand biblical antiquity items dating back to 2,000 B.C. The churchs pastor for the past 15 years, the Rev. Dr. Kenneth Walther, has arranged for multiple items representative of the first five books of the bible to be...Blog: Why wear socks to the coldest game of the year?
Blog summary: Ever get caught out in the cold? Just heed my warning: watch the weather forecast this time of year or you'll be caught out in the cold - with no socks to warm your feet. So, I made the mistake of being excited that fall was here. You know pumpkins, sweatshirts, and all that jazz? Its my favorite time of year so whats not to like? Last Saturday September 22nd was the...Fun, excitement continued at Sundays Tuscarawas County Fair
Jamie Coffy, of New Philadelphia, became the first owner in Tuscarawas County Fair harness racing history to capture two coveted awards for the week. Coffys horse, Final Scorpion, driven by Coffy, won fastest trot and her horse, Bourbon St. Hanover, driven by Jeff Lieberman of Dover, won fastest pace. Im honored and lucky to have a few good horses and good people to help, said Coffy, who...
Community Day special allows more people to experience the fair
Thursday at the Tuscarawas County Fair was bright and beautiful. Thanks to the generosity of Kissel Brothers Amusements, J&J Refuse and the Senior Fair Board, admission for the day was just $2. The Community Day special, which is in its second year, allows more individuals to experience the fair. A Junior Fair English horse show and the junior fair dairy and market goat show kicked off the...Saturday more than a one horse race at the Tuscarawas County Fair
Harness racing made history but not for the reason you might think. Its the first time in our history weve had a one horse race, said Bud Lahmers, speed superintendent, who explained that under the rules they could not scratch the race. There was also a restart on the race due to a tractor that didnt clear the track in time. Sherree Cox of Navarre and her horse, Call Again, picked up...