Cutting Hair, Raising Hope
Summary Fiesta Salons of Dover held a cut-a-thon, a fundraiser for the cancer awareness organization Relay for Life by offering haircuts at a reduced rate with all the proceeds going to Relay for Life. Article: Cancer has affected everyone in someway, be it with a friend or family member being diagnosed with a form of it or being a survivor your self, cancer leaves a mark on everyones...
Former school house holds memories for Weigand family
Summary: The Crossroads Hospice Team of Tuscarawas County joined forces with School House Winery at Dover to grant the wish of Herman and Mary Weigand to be reunited with their six children, including their son Jonathon who has been unable to travel as he battles cancer. The winery was formerly the Oak Grove School and holds dear memories for the Weigands. The Crossroads Hospice Team of...
080111 Cleaning out the basement
Summary: Despite the heat, members of the community flocked to a unique auction conducted by the Wayne County Historical Society. With the temperature hitting a record high 95 degrees and the heat index soaring above 100 degrees on July 21 most local residents were firmly entrenched in the comfort of their air conditioned homes. But not even the scorching heat could keep away the over 100 people...
Pomerene hospital offering maternity care your way
According to the National Center for Health Statistics at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, home births are at the highest level since 1990. Most women choose this option because they want to deliver their baby in a familiar environment and maintain control over the various interventions available during delivery. Despite the increase in home births, the American College of...
Grounds at Fort Laurens site to undergo geophysical survey
The Friends of Fort Laurens Foundation, in conjunction with the Tuscarawas County Convention and Visitors Bureau (TCCVB) and the Ohio Historical Society (OHS), will sponsor a full geophysical survey of the 25-acre Fort Laurens State Memorial. The purpose of the survey is to identify potential anomalies, or earthen features below the grounds surface, that may reveal more historical and...Millersburg readies income tax for voters in general election
Millersburg Council moved forward on a one-half of one percent income tax Monday July 25, approving it for inclusion on the November general election ballot. Prior to approving the resolution, Mayor Jeff Huebner fielded questions from a village resident as to why council elected to go with the tax rather than a levy. Council approved two resolutions. The first increases the rate of the income...
Spoon Market offers unique addition to Wooster
Summary: Spoon Market, a new addition to downtown Wooster, offers worldly and ethnic ingredients in a local, family run business. The shop boasts imported cheeses, specialty meats, pastries, breads and much more. The butcher shop fits right in, providing even more options for customers. Ultimately, community members can grab a bite for breakfast or lunch and bring home dinner as well. Jordan...
First lax season under belt, Generals Redmond looks to future
It ended all too soon for Holly Redmond. The Wooster High girls lacrosse team saw its season end Monday (May 16) on its home turf when Mentor emerged with an 8-6 win in the opening tournament game for both teams. The visitors made the 90-minute trip to Wooster a worthwhile one as it defeated the Generals for the second time this season, a point that didnt sit well with the first-year...Kent Tekulve OAC Pitcher of the Year announced
Marietta junior Brian Gasser (New Philadelphia/Indian Valley) has been named the 2011 Kent Tekulve Pitcher of the Year. Gasser is the ninth Pioneer to garner this honor. During the regular season, Gasser appeared in 10 contests and recorded a 10-0 record. After 61 innings of work, Gasser carried a league-leading 0.89 earned-run average and tallied 29 hits, eight runs, six earned runs and 62...