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The beguiling sale flier

Oh, little sale flier. You come tucked so neatly inside the paper, folded just so with your colorful ads whispering my name. You cunningly offer coffeemakers, toaster ovens, and the ubiquitous comfy socks that only come out when the snow flies. Once the Thanksgiving meal is over, we bring you out to spread all over the table. I peruse you slowly, not wanting to miss a sale I would kick myself for...

CSB adds W. Robert Manning Jr. to senior management team

Eddie Steiner, president and CEO of CSB Bancorp, Inc., recently announced the appointment of W. Robert Manning Jr. to the senior management team of CSB. Manning was appointed senior vice president, chief operations and chief information officer of CSB and its wholly-owned subsidiary, The Commercial & Savings Bank. Manning fills the position recently vacated with the retirement of Paul Greig...

Let the programs begin Local talent showcased in upcoming Christmas events

Churches in Holmes County are eager to prove that Jesus is the reason for the season, as they announce upcoming Christmas plays, pageants, musicals and other unique programs planned for December. Many of these programs involve children and adults alike and chances are if you attend one, you might see a few people you know. So take the time to take in one or two of these fun and meaningful events...

At my age, “old” is a relative term

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, 18 was old. You get the pattern. “Old” is a relative term. I am not saying that I don’t feel my age. I do. I say that because whoever said 60 is the new 50 must have been 50. They sure weren’t 60. Ever since I hit the big...

Twas the Week Before Christmas

'Twas the week before Christmas, when all through my life, whispered my Christmas to do list, giving me strife. The gifts that were bought from Santa himself, Were not yet sitting up high on a shelf. The children were fighting over this and that And I could hardly imagine what had caused their spat. Another day of parenting, another quest for peace, As Papa and I tried to make the chaos...

11\30 The making of a legend

The making of a legend When he got to the cabin in Jackson he was known as Cowboy Jon. Now he will be known forever more as Buck Berger when we tell the story of Mondays hunt. It may sound a little dramatic to most folks, but in our mundane little world we give titles to significant events. There are certain requirements that have to be met before a title can be given to an occurance. It...

Home Owned, Home Grown Businesses Give Back to Community

Cooperation is the name of the game for 19 homegrown businesses in Holmes County who have joined forces to encourage consumers to support locally owned businesses when possible. “We’d like to think we’ve helped the local economy with our efforts,” said Kerry Taylor, owner of Millersburg Electric and member of the coalition, known as Home Owned, Home Grown Holmes County Businesses (HOHG)...

Veteran Scots early pick to win NCAC hoop title

120610 ScotsBK Promo: Scots’ men’s basketball team counting on experience to lead way Veteran Scots early pick to win NCAC hoop title By Brian Questel Winning has become common place for The College of Wooster’s men’s basketball team under the tenure of Steve Moore, and it doesn’t look like the winning is going to stop any time soon. The Scots, who won the North Coast Athletic Conference...

Hooley has big goals, big mission for final swim campaign

120610 Hooley Promo: Hooley looking to go out with flourish Hooley has big goals, big mission for final swim campaign By Brian Questel Wooster High boy’s swim coach Jeff DeHaan knew this season would different. Graduation always takes a toll, and the fact that Alex McCord, the most storied swimmer in nearly 80 years of swimming at WHS, had taken his talents to Ohio State clinched that...

Holmes County Health Department offers family planning clinics

Thanks to funding provided by Title I Family Planning, the Holmes County Health Department is able to offer family planning clinics. Some residents may not be aware of these services and could be missing out on improving their health and lifestyle. According to Beth Crone, RN, DON, for the Holmes County Health Department, the clinics include promotion of healthy lifestyles and relationships...