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Keeping goals practical for 2012

Summary Bruce Stambaugh shares about his goals for 2012. Bruce Stambaugh writes about nature, weather, hobbies and people, often using personal experiences. Much to their dismay, he also writes about his family. He uses humor and pathos when he can’t think of anything else to include. For Jan. 2, 2012 It’s New Year’s resolution time, a media driven folly I deplore. Consequently, I don’t...

Former resident pens book of letters that honors a soldier and the girl he left behind

Summary: Written as a gift to her family, former New Philadelphia resident Kara Martinelli shares the story of her grandparents love during World War II in her first book, comprised of the letters they wrote while separated by war. A story that would appeal to anyone that has ever been separated from a loved, My Very Dearest Anna shows the bravery and loyalty to a soldier’s country and the girl...

Carlisle Inn at Sugarcreek to feature musical production

Summary: Dutchman Hospitality Group has partnered with Nashville producers Mel Riegsecker and Dan Posthuma to bring their hit musical, The Confession to Sugarcreek. The Carlisle Inn at Sugarcreek will be home to the full length musical beginning in June, 2012. The production will run until Dec. 15 in the newly equipped conference room with tiered seating, a sound system and lighting. Dutchman...

12/23/11 Employees to become face of hospital with "I am Pomerene"

SUMMARY: Goal is feeling of ownership among all employees Pomerene Hospital will strive to create a culture of ownership among employees through the virtues of being memorable, accountable, mindful, grateful and an owner. The five virtues are part of the “I am Pomerene” goals of personal ownership of the hospital by employees. Craig Miller, executive director of corporate services said...

Josh Krajcik: Mission Accomplished

Summary: For Wooster's resident rock star, The X Factor journey has come to an end, but the Josh Krajcik train is just leaving the station. Eight months of working, wishing and waiting culminated on The X Factor stage on Thursday, Dec. 22 for Wooster's Josh Krajcik, his family, and the dedicated fans worldwide who've supported him. He'd begun the whirlwind as a burly burrito boy living in...

Two organizations merge with one mission: help cats

Summary: The merger of the Tuscarawas County Humane Society and Cats-n-Us is now official with both organizations working under one non-profit license. The Tuscarawas County Humane Society Cat Shelter will continue to operate at 829 Union Ave., Dover with a mission of helping unwanted cats find homes and educating the public of the importance of spaying and neutering in order to keep over...
2011 - The Year In Review

2011 - The Year In Review

2011: It will be known as The Big Year. At least it will be remembered as that for one former Holmes County resident. Hiland graduate Greg Miller took the pastime of birding to a whole new level, becoming the object of attention for director David Frankel, author Mark Obmasick and three very famous actors in Steve Martin, Jack Black and Owen Wilson. The result of Miller’s passion for bird...

Love Center Food Pantry monthly report for November

There were a total of 506 different families that came to the Love Center during the month of November. Some families came in more than once, making a grand total of 720 visits. Food purchased from the Akron-Canton Regional Food Bank was 30,237 pounds and food donated was 12,873.5 pounds. Volunteer hours donated to the Love Center were 1,421 hours. Food and cash donations came from the...
What if they threw a big rivalry game and nobody cared?

What if they threw a big rivalry game and nobody cared?

Have you ever watched a movie production company create a stadium audience by having a few fans in the stands amidst a host of mannequins?That is kind of what the aura was like during the recent Hiland and Garaway boys basketball game at the Perry Reese Community Center, as Christmas crept closer.For Hiland, it was one of those games that everyone is becoming accustomed to seeing.For Garaway, it...
Misc. Monday 12-26-11 - 2012's new star athletes

Misc. Monday 12-26-11 - 2012's new star athletes

If you look back through my old blogs, you'll see that I picked Cam Newton and Andy Dalton to be the best rookies in the NFL this year. I don't think anyone can argue with the fact that those two have turned out to be pretty darn good additions for their teams. Those I didn't pick last year, who ended up having an amazing 2011 season, were New England tight end Ron Gronkowski, Tampa Bay Rays...