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Ohio Gov. John Kasich's state teacher liaison visited the area Wednesday, May 16, to gain some insight as to what makes Chestnut Ridge a value to its community. Sarah Dove took a tour through the school and returned to Columbus with a notebook full of ideas and suggestions as to how other state schools can better...

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As a stylist and makeup artist, Bambi Wagers prides herself in helping others look and feel beautiful. Now, she has the chance to show the world just how good she is at what she does.

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A group of interested patrons got a close-up tour of some of the more unique cemeteries in western Holmes County as part of the Grave Adventures Spring Cemetery Tour Saturday, May 12. Included in the tour were ideas on the art of gravestone rubbing, tombstone symbolism and a stop to visit the headless angel...

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Tuesday, May 15 was quite a winning day for a group of area athletes. The annual Holmes County Special Athletes Track and Field Day took place at West Holmes High School, where more than 100 athletes participated in an event which has winners, but is designed so that everyone is a winner. Thanks to a large cast...

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Historic Downtown Millersburg's new executive director, Tara McCulloch, talks about finding her way in a new place, her passion for city life, and the people of Holmes County who won her heart.

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Putting a lid on it for bike safety

Riding a bicycle is fun, healthy and great exercise for any age, but there are risks involved. One way to lower those risks is to always wear a helmet.

Win free cheese for a year at Guggisberg Customer Appreciation Day

On Saturday, June 2, visitors to the Guggisberg Cheese factory could win free cheese for a year in a special contest.

Dove uses tour of Chestnut Ridge as tool to aid other Ohio schools

Ohio Gov. John Kasich's state teacher liaison visited the area Wednesday, May 16, to gain some insight as to what makes Chestnut Ridge a value to its community. Sarah Dove took a tour through the school and returned to Columbus with a notebook full of ideas and suggestions as to how other state...

Killbuck and Glenmont to host Memorial Day services

Killbuck's parade will begin at 10 a.m., while Glenmont's will start at 11:30 a.m. Warrant Officer 1 Joel J. Mathie will speak at both services.

A spider, pig and a Mockingjay welcome newest Hiland NHS inductees

Hiland High School welcomed eight juniors and 10 sophomores into their National Honor Society ranks on Thursday, May 10. Guest speaker Dan McKey took the entire student body back to their childhood days, bringing along with him plenty of golden teaching moments as he gleaned some valuable knowledge...

Tax implications and pipeline easements for oil and gas production

Oil and gas meeting to discuss tax implications and pipeline easements will be held May 29 at Keim Lumber.

The Poesies: an epically poetic event

The first Poesies Open Poetry Slam competition brought performance poets together from near and far to showcase their love of both the written and spoken word.

Summer Science Sessions applications now available

AAUW/4-H OSU Extension Summer Science Sessions will take play June 19-21 at West Holmes High School. Early registration begins May 30.

Career center presents Pentagon Award at annual recognition program

The Ashland County-West Holmes Career Center honored several individuals and students that have dedicated their time to the school.

Bambi Wagers: Star stylist

As a stylist and makeup artist, Bambi Wagers prides herself in helping others look and feel beautiful. Now, she has the chance to show the world just how good she is at what she does.

Sports

Community spirit highlights special day with special athletes

Tuesday, May 15 was quite a winning day for a group of area athletes. The annual Holmes County Special Athletes Track and Field Day took place at West Holmes High School, where more than 100 athletes participated in an event which has winners, but is designed so that everyone is a winner. Thanks to...

West Holmes a win away from sharing OCC baseball title

The Knights knocked off Madison 11-1 to remain in the OCC title chase with only one regular season game left. They take on #2 ranked Cambridge at River View in the District final before heading to Madison with a conference title on the line.

Not this time for Saints: Hawks prevail 8-0 over TCC in Sectional final

Tuscarawas Central Catholic has ended Hiland's tournament trail run the past two years, so the Hawks had plenty of motivation in squaring off with the Saints again for the Claymont Div. IV Sectional title on Monday, May 14. A solid pitching performance by senior Luke Burch, a massive home run by...

Knights flip the chip with 8-1 Sectional title win over River View

West Holmes came into their Sectional final game against River View toting a big chip on their shoulder, and felt like they had something to prove. They did just that, led by Gabe Snyder's four-hitter, and West Holmes captured the Div. II Zanesville Sectional title with an 8-1 win.

Hiland’s upset bid falls just short against TCC

Hiland came back from an early deficit to take a late lead against the top ranked Saints, but couldn't hold on in the Sectional final. TCC hit four homeruns in the game, including a walk-off from Angelina Ciraci to knock out the Hawks 6-4.

Sowing the seeds of victory: All seeds move on to Districts, including a Knight and a trio of Hawks

Being seeded in the 2012 Dover Sectional tennis tournament was a huge advantage on Monday, May 7. Every single seed from one through four advanced to the District level, including Hiland's Tony Mullet and doubles tandem Cole Reynolds and Cameron Yoder, as well as West Holmes' top singles player...

Bottoms up! Hawks end of the order help capture Bishops with 12-2 win in Sectionals

Zanesville Rosecrans got off to a big start in their Sectional Div. IV contest with Hiland on Wednesday, May 9 at Claymont High School, but the Hawks bats did all the talking late, and Hiland cruised to a 12-2 victory. Luke Burch led the way on the mound for Hiland, while the trio at the bottom of...

West Holmes falls to John Glenn in Sectional opener

West Holmes took an early lead, but John Glenn scored 11 unanswered runs to bounce the Knights from the tournament. In the 11-1 loss, the defense played solid but the offense could not get anything going.

High drama highlights Lady Hawks nine-inning win over Cardinals

There was little room for error in the contest between Hiland and Sandy Valley on the softball field at Hiland High School Tuesday, May 8, but an error decided a game that could have easily gone either way several times over. Danielle Miller produced a slow roller to second after a lengthy battle...

Dialed in: Cody Dial moves 60 feet to star in Knights’ Sectional opener

Cody Dial has been stellar for the Knights behind the plate this season. On Tuesday, May 8 at the Zanesville Div. II Sectional tournament game against John Glenn, he wasn't too shabby on the mound either. Stepping in for injured star pitcher Butch Baird, Dial tossed a two-hitter, leading the...

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