Mayors Courts hear misdemeanor criminal cases in Ohio
Q: I have been told to appear in mayors court. What is a mayors court? A: A mayors court handles misdemeanors and traffic violations in communities with no municipal court of record and populations of more than 100 people. Mayors court hearings are held before the mayor or a magistrate. Cases are handled locally and some mayors courts are held in the evening for the convenience of the...
Denali National Park includes incredible views
As anyone knows who has visited Denali National Park in July, only about 30 percent of the visitors actually get to see the peak during their visit. We knew this before we made our reservations at the Riley Campground for July 9, 10 and 11. However, we had already had one good day of seeing North America’s tallest mountain several weeks ago – from a distance. A second look would be a...
Fear of losses may lead to negative investment behavior
Like every other investor, you prefer not to see the value of your investments drop. But at some point they will fall simply because of the ups and downs of the market. And how you respond to short-term losses can help determine if you enjoy long-term investment success. Investors feelings about losses can be complex. In the field of economics, an area of study is devoted to loss aversion...
A question about transistor radios
As if I needed a reason to feel more like Forrest Gump who famously says of himself, Im not a smart man, but I know what love is, I have to confess that some things just baffle me. For instance, consider my transistor radio. OK, I realize thats an arcane reference, one that will likely mystify anyone who doesnt remember the Kennedy presidency, but thats not a problem. For you...
Tips for whole grains, lean protein, dairy
Im one of those people who have no problem eating plenty of fruits and vegetables. But I need some ideas for incorporating more whole grains, lean protein and dairy into my daily routine. Tips? The MyPlate website has just what you need. Three of the 10 Tips series of tip sheets focus on just those topics. To download Make Half Your Grains Whole, With Protein Foods, Variety is Key, and...
When things dont go right
In some ways getting ready for our middle daughters wedding last month was like a bad dream. Especially when it came to getting the lawn mowed. We were hosting the groom and his family for dinner on Wednesday evening since they came into town a couple days early for the wedding. So five days ahead of time, my husband starts mowing the lawn. You think you start in plenty of time on something,...
Monitor Sadiron
It was the Monitor Sadiron Company that put Big Prairie on the map. They received their patent in 1903. This new sadiron had a gasoline tank attached to provide heat. With the coming of electricity sadirons were no longer in demand and the factory at Big Prairie closed. Recent auction prices: 1947 Cleveland Browns program, $25; print of Indian girl, $65; tin toy truck stop, $20; country store...
Houck named vice president for development at The College of Wooster
Laurie K. Houck has been named vice president for development at The College of Wooster, effective Sept. 19. As vice president, Houck will be responsible for leading Woosters comprehensive fundraising and alumni relations effort, including major gift cultivation, planned giving, the annual fund, and an array of alumni programs. She succeeds Sara L. Patton, who is stepping down after more than...
Dutch oven enthusiasts tempt visitors during evening cook-off
About 360 Dutch oven enthusiasts from 26 states and Canada converged on the Wayne County Fairgrounds July 8-10 to take part in the eighth annual National Dutch Oven Gathering. The aroma of charcoal and simmering chicken filled the air as contestants prepared their cast iron pots for an evening cook-off. Its a way of cooking that not many people remember, said organizer Matt Buser of Green...