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WHHS student-built house to go up for auction, May 15

  • May 4, 2010
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On Saturday, May 15, at 10 a.m., the students from the West Holmes High School building and trades class will watch their hard work pay off, when Kaufman Realty auctions off the student-built home which they erected.The plans for the home were donated by Unibilt of Millersburg, which not only donated the expensive floor plans, but also will deliver the home for the school.Class advisor Ron Nunez...

Dandelion Festival Cook-Off stuffed with dandy recipes

  • May 4, 2010
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A beautifully presented dish of dandelion stuffed pork tenderloin with dandelion fettuccine, baby carrots, and blackberry reduction was the outstanding favorite at the 17th annual Dandelion Cook-Off competition, held at Breitenbach Winery in conjunction with their annual Dandelion Festival, on Saturday, May 1. The winning entry was a sumptuous feast not only for the eye, but also for the palate,...

Engagement announcement for Brittney Steele and Joel McKee

  • May 4, 2010
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Brittney A. Steele of 109 Carol Dr., Creston, and Joel McKee of 14564 SR 226, Big Prairie, are engaged to be married. Brittney is the daughter of Timothy A. and Barbara A. Steele of 109 Carol Dr., Creston. She is a 2004 graduate of Norwayne High School in Creston, and will graduate in 2011 from Stark State College in North Canton with a degree in graphic arts. She is self-employed. Joel is the...

Habitat for Humanity celebrates newest county addition

  • May 4, 2010
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Holmes County Habitat for Humanity celebrated another success story on Monday, May 3. Those involved with the construction of the home for Lisa Simpson and her three children, Cameron, Cayla and Cody, joined in a joyous dedication ceremony for the newest addition to the Holmes County Habitat family.The Simpson home, on Elm Drive in Millersburg, was a new endeavor for Habitat in that it was...

Spring cleaning the quick, safe and healthy way

  • May 4, 2010
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Kate Shumaker, MS, RD, LD, local Extension educator and director of Holmes County Extension, agrees that one major part of spring cleaning should definitely include maintaining smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors. “Having properly installed and maintained smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors in the home is one of the best and least expensive methods of providing safety,”...

Berlin Elementary staff holds reunion

  • May 4, 2010
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The census numbers are in: Ohio beats national average by four percent

  • May 4, 2010
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At 76 percent, Ohio’s mail return rate for the 2010 census is tied for sixth best in the nation. The national average climbed to just over 72 percent. That is the same rate achieved in 2000. Kevin L. Boyce, Ohio treasurer, said this is a significant achievement for Ohio. “A strong mail-back participation rate demonstrates that Ohioans strongly supported the 2010 census,” said Boyce, chair of...

Career Center students participate in state contests

  • May 4, 2010
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Twenty-two students from various programs and student organizations at Ashland County-West Holmes Career Center (ACWHCC) participated in state contests. As state winners, eight of those students are going on to national competitions in May and June. Additionally, two students have been chosen to attend a national leadership academy in May. Interactive Media and Business Administrative...

Dog warden’s office to perform license check in Berlin area

  • May 4, 2010
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The Holmes County Dog Warden’s office will be checking for dog licenses in the Berlin area. Not having a current license for your dog could result in a fine of $124. Anyone who has not yet purchased a license for their dog may do so for $28 at the Holmes County Dog Warden’s office or auditor’s office.

Relay reaching for milestones in 2010

  • May 4, 2010
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Several Relay For Life events and counties in the Northeast Ohio region of Ohio may reach income milestones this year when the American Cancer Society holds their annual Relay For Life events. Some of the individual relays are on pace to set a record, while some of the counties that have multiple relays across Ohio may also reach extraordinary marks. There are six relays in the region that may...