Avant Gardener: Pokeweed is no laughing matter
Summary: One of the more difficult weeds to remove from the yard and garden, pokeweed is prolific this time of year as it begins its annual attack on the west side of the property. Digging is the only sure fire way to rid yourself of this pesky, poisonous perennial. I have been patiently waiting for the radishes and lettuce to grow so I can enjoy the first spring salad of the season. The...Butch Heavilin Memorial Dog Park opens May 14 at Atwood
The grand opening of the Butch Heavilin Memorial Dog Park will be held Saturday, May 14, at 2 p.m., at Atwood Lake Park. The dog park, which is located next to the gate entrance to Atwood Lake Park, is named in honor of well-known former Atwood Lake area resident Butch Heavilin. A former employee of Atwood Lake Boats, Heavilin also was normally seen in the company of his two Standard Poodles,...
Their cross to bear: Millersburg Ministerial Association erects new red cedar cross at Oak Hill Cemetery
In Matthew 16:24, Jesus said to His disciples, If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. Throughout history, the cross has taken on many meanings for the masses. Good Friday, April 22, took on a whole new significance for members of the Millersburg Ministerial Association and a number of other interested onlookers. In turn, they hope that it will...Commissioners praise Miller for 34 years of community service as clerk of courts
Dorcas Miller has seen a lot of changes in Holmes County over the past 34 years, when she first began as a greenhorn in the Holmes County Clerk of Courts office. In that span, the county has grown and flourished, becoming one of Ohios top tourism drawing cards. Having run for the office in 1972, following the passing of her husband, Millers illustrious career began on a real down note, as...Killbuck Handy Helpers meet
The Killbuck Handy Helpers held their third meeting at Jackie Taylors house April 3. Pledges were led by Wyatt Snow. Officers were elected at this meeting. The new officers are: Wyatt Snow, president; Josie Allison, vice president; Walker Uhl, treasurer; Lyndsey Davis, secretary and news reporter; Jarrett Snow, health and safety; and Alex Blake and Alex Walker, recreation. Kathy Ringwalt...
Dr. Peter W. Schramm to speak
The Holmes County Liberty Coalition will meet at the Millersburg Comfort Inn on Thursday, May 12, at 7 p.m. The guest speaker will be Dr. Peter W. Schramm, who will be speaking about what guided our founding fathers in their quest to form this country and how the Constitution gave the power to the people rather than to the politicians. He hopes to answer the question: Why the American People are...
When blossoms fall
As I drove through my city square the other morning, white petals of spring were falling gently onto the walk. These planted trees, blooming along the cement trail gift a soft touch of nature to the hard city street. At first glance it seemed to be a different season entirely, but sweet was this snow, its landing, its scent. I was happy to witness the showering, a true spring fling to the warming...
Let's get this show on the road
So a faithful reader, fine friend and all-around good guy emailed the other night with a very intriguing question. Naturally, I answered promptly, something I do out of professional courtesy whenever someone gets in touch and, well, just to be polite. A lot of the folks who write to me are very free and open and intelligent and giving people and sometimes that creates a back-and-forth dialogue,...