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At my age, “old” is a relative term

  • November 26, 2010
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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. Soon I’ll be 63. I used to think that age was ancient. I probably was 36 then. Of course, there was a time when I viewed 36 as old. I was probably 18. When I was nine,...

Court costs rising in county as indigent cases soar

  • November 26, 2010
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When it comes to defending those who enter the court system, Holmes County is right there in providing solid representation for those who do not have the means to obtain their own lawyer. However, these indigent cases continue to grow, as more and more felons are qualifying as indigent, and therefore are acquiring lawyers on the county’s dime. The Holmes County commissioners met with Steve...

County commissioners getting feel for what will drive 2011 budget

  • November 26, 2010
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In an effort to pursue the best and most reasonable efforts in creating a new budget for the upcoming year, the Holmes County Board of Commissioners have been busy meeting with local county department heads to get a feel for the needs each is currently facing. On Monday, Nov. 22, the commissioners met with Steve Knowling of the Holmes Prosecutor’s Office, the Holmes County Airport Authority and...

Mt. Eaton Moonlight Sale offers bargains galore

  • November 26, 2010
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Now that the turkeys have been carved and pumpkin pies devoured, the focus for many area residents has shifted to Christmas holiday preparations and shopping. The merchants of Mt. Eaton have banded together again this year to offer an attractive alternative to the crowded malls and department stores with their third annual Moonlight Sale on Thursday, Dec. 2. From 3-8 p.m., Mt. Eaton area...

Journey to Bethlehem: Experience the sights and sounds of the original Christmas drama

  • November 26, 2010
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The last thing busy families need during a hectic holiday season is another activity on their over-booked schedule. There's shopping, school activities, shopping, church events, more shopping, work and community commitments, and of course, still more shopping. Perhaps what's needed, dare it be said, is one less shopping trip, and one little excursion with the originators of all this hubbub. No,...

Downtown business plans major expansion

  • November 26, 2010
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Wooster City Council has cleared the way for a major expansion of a significant downtown business. During its Nov. 15 meeting, council unanimously approved the vacation of an alley between two properties owned by Sprenger Wayne Ltd., Co. The action will enable Horn Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, which is part of the Sprenger organization, to undertake a major expansion of its downtown...

City seeks grant funding for bike rodeo

  • November 26, 2010
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A series of bike rodeos designed to teach children how to safely ride their bikes on the streets of Wooster may soon be on the horizon if the city of Wooster is successful in its bid to receive grant funding from the state of Ohio under the Safe Routes to School program. The Nov. 15 meeting of Wooster City Council marks the second time in as many meetings that council has authorized the city...

Wooster City Council considers indoor shooting range ordinance

  • November 26, 2010
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Recreational marksmen and law enforcement officials alike may soon have a place to practice during inclement weather if Wooster City Council approves a proposed new ordinance establishing regulations for the operation of indoor firing ranges. During a Nov. 15 meeting of council’s Laws and Ordinances Committee and the regular city council session that followed, council members considered an...

Wayne Center Ballet's Nutcracker is a cherished holiday classic

  • November 26, 2010
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A season of brand new memories awaits audiences and participants alike at the 11th biennial production of the Wayne Center Ballet’s The Nutcracker. The cherished tale of Clara and her journey with the Nutcracker Prince to the Kingdom of Sweets has been part of the community holiday scene since its premiere performance more than 20 years ago, and this year it is filled with many changes that...

Madrigal Feast to fund choir trip to Puerto Rico

  • November 26, 2010
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Central Christian's vocal ensemble, the Varsity Singers, will present their Christmas Madrigal Feast on Dec. 10-11. Keeping with the centuries-old English tradition, this enchanted evening of food, drama, and costume will be graced with the best of period instrumental and vocal works by the Varsity Singers, continuing to make this a special Christmastime tradition at Central.The 16-member...