Historical Society to host Civil War encampment
Wayne County will join communities across the nation in commemorating the 150th anniversary of one of the countrys most turbulent times when the Wayne County Historical Society hosts a Civil War encampment May 7 and 8. While only two minor battles were actually fought on Ohio soil, the Buckeye State played a pivotal role in the War Between the States both politically and militarily. Ohio...4\26 It's all about the Second Amendment
As I write this weeks column I am making arrangements for a little get away at the end of the week. Thursday afternoon I and Cowboy Jon will be traveling to Pittsburgh to spend some time with eighty thousand people gathering together to celebrate our freedom. It's not a political convention, although there will be a lot of politicians there. It's not a professionals convention, although there...
Fitness, food and fun abounded at the Community Summer Walking Challenge kick-off event held on Thursday, April 21
Web Summary: Close to 150 county residents enjoyed the kick-off event for Fit Youth Initiatives seventh annual Community Summer Walking Challenge on Thursday, April 21. Registration for the challenge is open from May 1-June 15. Fitness, food and fun abounded at the Community Summer Walking Challenge kick-off event held on Thursday, April 21 By Jennifer R. Demuth Photos by Jennifer R...
College and community come together for Jam Session
When James Levin walked through the empty Wayne County Fairgrounds some months ago his mind's eye did not see tractors, livestock, cotton candy and all the other things associated with the annual agrarian event. He saw a grange that was acoustically and visually "crying out" for dance and music. He saw a grandstand full of booths that would be an ideal way to showcase various artistic talent and...
The opportunity of a lifetime
Summary: Steve Burton, who practices Mixed Martial Arts out of Excessive Force Gym in Wooster, recently received the opportunity to fight on the USA Amateur Team, after winning a fight in Chicago that landed him the position. The fighter will participate in the first ever World MMA Tournament in the Ukraine at the end of May, among many other opportunities he has with the team. Steve Burton...
050211 Honoring fallen peace officers
Summary: The citizens of Wayne County honored their fallen heroes during ceremonies at the Wayne County Law Enforcement Memorial at the Justice Center in downtown Wooster on April 23. In a solemn ceremony at the Wayne County Law Enforcement Memorial at the Justice Center in downtown Wooster on April 23, a grateful community honored the memory of peace officers who gave their lives in the line of...