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Knights top Hawks in tennis action

  • May 4, 2010
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Hiland managed a win at first singles, but the Knights won the match 4-1, Friday, April 30, at West Holmes. Brad Mullet defeated Danny Nelson 2-6, 6-1, 6-4 for the lone Hiland victory. Brendan Lynch scored a 6-2, 6-2 win at second singles over Jordan Weaver, and Sam Meyer posted a 6-1, 6-1 win at third singles over Quinn Miller. Michael Anthony and Ricky Guerra teamed up for a 6-3, 1-6, 6-4...

Hawks return the favor on Saints

  • May 4, 2010
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The Hiland Hawks turned the tide on the Saints in the rematch of the top two teams in the Inter-Valley Conference Thursday, April 29, at Tuscarawas Central Catholic in New Philadelphia. The Hawks took advantage of a trio of TCC errors to turn back the Saints 10-6. “We played like they played in the first game,” said Central coach Jeff Fondriest. “For whatever reason, we weren’t ready to...

SPORTS | 2010-05-04

  • May 4, 2010
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Lady Hawks come up just short against Tuscarawas Central Catholic Saints in Inter-Valley Conference action.A three-run sixth inning wasn't enough to put the Lady Hawks into the W column against the TCC team.

Singles sweep lifts Knights over Dover

  • May 4, 2010
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West Holmes swept singles action and the Knights topped Dover 4-1 Monday, May 3. Danny Nelson topped Ian Robinson 6-0, 6-4 at first singles and Brendan Lynch scored a 6-2, 6-2 triumph at second singles over Kody Eckert. Sam Meyer completed the sweep with a 6-3, 6-1 win over Tyler Kourie at third singles. Parker Abraham and Collin Galbraith teamed up for a 6-2, 6-3 win at second doubles...

Speedster Taryn Deetz leaving her mark at IVHS

  • May 4, 2010
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When Taryn Deetz hangs up her spikes after her brilliant career at Indian Valley this summer, girls coach Diane Bell will be hard pressed to find another athlete who has brought as much to the Braves’ track program. “She has been to State in all four relays,” Bell said. “Not many kids can say that. And she’s All-Ohio in three of them.” Deetz was a two-time state placer on the 4x400 relay...

Don Wright is more than an official

  • May 4, 2010
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In most games, a referee or an umpire has done an outstanding job if the games go on with little or no controversy. For the past 40 years, it has been that kind of excellence and efficiency that has symbolized the officiating career of Dennison’s Don Wright.Wright is a retired middle school principal at Dennison and Claymont. He served the district until 1990.Another veteran official, Jim...

Top 10 reasons slow drivers drive me crazy

  • May 5, 2010
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If you want to walk, walk. But if you are driving, then drive.How many times have you been running a few minutes late and left the house in a bit of a hurry only to get behind the absolutely slowest driver on the road?Yes, it happens to all of us. In fact, if I were driving to my own funeral, I'd arrive on time but not to my appointment!First of all, I am not condoning breaking the sound barrier,...

New Reader of Old Books

  • May 5, 2010
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I love reading. I mostly go for fiction and I usually prefer books that are rich with descriptions of their characters, places and events. Books can change your life, or your perception of life. They can take you away from your day-to-day or inspire you to change your routine altogether. A good story can make its reader cry, laugh out loud, or even check the locks a second or third time.  There...

Songs of Healing from the Hands of the Great Physician sweet sounds for hospital

  • May 5, 2010
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Popular musician Billy Joel once said, "I think music in itself is healing. It's an explosive expression of humanity. It's something we are all touched by. No matter what culture we're from, everyone loves music."The musician was right. Music has a way of touching human beings at their deepest level. Long before Joel, William Congreve, in Act 1 of The Mourning Bride, penned, "Music hath charms to...

FEATURES | 2010-05-05

  • May 5, 2010
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When Lisa Followay's son, Casey, was born with spina bifida 13 years ago, she was determined that he wasn't going to spend a lifetime on the sidelines, watching life pass him by. As he grew, she recognized his grit, determination and talent and knew that if given a chance, he could compete with the best of them in adaptive sports.For the past five years, Lisa has seen her dream come true, as...