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Free light show, courtesy of Mother Nature

  • June 15, 2010
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These past couple of weeks have seen some pretty crazy weather around the country, including right here in Northeast Ohio.Two weeks ago, tornadoes and heavy rains pounded our region relentlessly for three straight days. I'm sure we can all agree that we fared much better than many other areas did, such as the communities in Northwest Ohio which ultimately suffered seven deaths from the storms. Or...

Character traits: The lifelong impact a father can make

  • June 15, 2010
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If you think long enough, you can probably come up with a memory or incident that happened that caused you to look at your dad in a different light. Maybe it was a tear you noticed in the eye of a man that never cried or maybe it was the distinct look of joy on his face when you hit that home run. Perhaps it was the look of heartbreak on his face when he said a final farewell to his own father...

When the catalpa trees bloom, so do memories

  • June 15, 2010
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I remember the catalpa tree that grew across the street from my childhood home. I had no idea that such a tree had a brief but pinnacle part in the history of our family until my late father related an unforgettable story to me about this time last year. We were on our way to one of Dad’s numerous doctors’ appointments regarding treatment for his aggressive cancer. I drove. Dad rode shotgun,...

The best ways to keep your tootsies feeling great

  • June 15, 2010
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Summertime can be tough on your feet. Many people wear flimsy shoes in the summer or no shoes at all, others boycott socks during the hot months, and some even get caught in summer downpours, leaving their feet in soaking wet shoes all day long. None of these situations are good or healthy for your feet, and let’s face it, your feet are a lot more important than you think. If your feet hurt or...

Driving seminar set for June 29 at West Fork Senior Center

  • June 15, 2010
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Drivers, start your engines!That phrase may be heard at the upcoming driver’s education course, but the drivers will not be putting the pedal to the metal, but instead will be learning about driving techniques for golden-agers during the Senior Select Driving Seminar.The driving instruction course will be open to anyone age 55 and older who wants to pick up some driving instruction for...

Newest recipients of CDBG grant funds announced

  • June 15, 2010
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The beautification of Holmes County took another step forward this week when Arnie Oliver, Holmes County planning commissioner, announced the newest round of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding. Grants were awarded to the communities of Nashville, Lakeville and Walnut Creek, in hopes of both beautifying the villages as well as create something that is functional. Oliver met with the...

Taylor brings Ohio’s GOP hopes to Holmes County

  • June 15, 2010
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Holmes County was visited by a spirited Mary Taylor on Tuesday, June 14, when the Republican running mate of gubernatorial candidate John Kasich shared the importance of creating a new and better way of running Ohio’s government as it struggles to get back to a thriving place to live, work and raise a family. Taylor, Ohio’s current state auditor who is running as gubernatorial candidate John...

Sharing clothes and hope with God’s Closet

  • June 15, 2010
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God’s Closet is a helping hand to local families, singles, kids, parents, and grandparents. “The vision is to see people who necessarily can’t afford to go out and buy new clothes, to see them clothed, and to build relationships with these people and in that to show and share Christ,” said Jill Troyer of Sugarcreek. She who is one of the young women with Off The Wall Ministries. God’s...

Contractors in place for repairs to Millersburg parking garage

  • June 15, 2010
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Joe Arthur, buildings and grounds director, met with the Holmes County Commissioners on Monday, June 14, to inform them of the progress on efforts to fix the double deck parking garage located on Monroe St. in Millersburg. The garage’s upper level has been closed for safety reasons, and while there are no major safety issues, Arthur said the county would rather play things safe than risk having...

Commissioners schedule night meeting to encourage public attendance

  • June 15, 2010
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What decisions are being made on behalf of Holmes County and what are the driving forces behind those choices? The public will have an opportunity to find out at an evening meeting of the Holmes County Commissioners. In order to allow the public a chance sit in on a board meeting, the Holmes County Commissioners will conduct a weekly business meeting on Monday, June 21, at 6 p.m., at the Old...