As a stop on the 2010 Holmes County Farm Tour, the crew at Dublin Valley Farms went all out to provide patrons with an up-close look at the world of horses.

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Holmesville's annual Homecoming and Parade went off without a hitch on Saturday, Aug. 28, when a large throng of people turned out to celebrate.

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Fire ravaged four Glenwood apartments in Millersburg, and threatened more, but a fire wall and a joint effort by local fire departments kept it to one half of the apartment building.

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Samantha Blizzard, queen of the Killbuck Early American Days Festival, is preparing to hand over her reign to some lucky contestant.

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The members of the Saipan Senior Little League team connected immediately with Holmes County's kids at the World Series, and in the process showed the world why there are more ways to win than just beating an opponent.

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Farm Tour stop takes horsing around to a new level

As a stop on the 2010 Holmes County Farm Tour, the crew at Dublin Valley Farms went all out to provide patrons with an up-close look at the world of horses.

Payments arrive with direct deposit, no matter what

Direct deposit is the safe and easy way to guarantee those Social Security and SSI checks reach their beneficiaries on time, every time.

Dividing ornamental grasses this fall

Perennial ornamental grasses add interest to the yard and garden, add lasting beauty, and provide habitat for wildlife.

Howell named national FFA finalist

West Holmes graduate Linsey Howell of Danville has been selected as one of four national finalists in the FFA's proficiency award in Sheep Production-Entrepreneurship.

Summer fun invades Holmesville for annual homecoming parade

Holmesville's annual Homecoming and Parade went off without a hitch on Saturday, Aug. 28, when a large throng of people turned out to celebrate.

TDaP required for seventh-grade students to ward off whooping cough

As the new school year kicks into gear, seventh graders in Ohio are facing the somber reality that they must receive a shot for whooping cough.

Fire erupts in Glenwood Apartment building in Millersburg; destroys four homes

Fire ravaged four Glenwood apartments in Millersburg, and threatened more, but a fire wall and a joint effort by local fire departments kept it to one half of the apartment building.

Holmes County BOE seeks funding from county following special election

The recently completed Holmes County special election has put the Holmes County Board of Elections in a financial hole.

September, Ovarian Cancer Awareness month, reminds women to know the signs

September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness month. Preventing or lowering the risk of developing ovarian cancer is an important step in staying healthy.

It’s beginning to look a lot like fall already

Bruce Stambaugh writes about nature, weather, hobbies and people, often using personal experiences. Much to their dismay, he also writes about his family. He uses humor and pathos when he can¿t think of anything else to include.

Sports

Hawks get back on track with 4-1 win over Carrollton

Hiland's soccer team got back on track after its loss to Coshocton by handing a feisty Carrollton team a 4-1 loss. Alex Schmucker scored twice in leading the hawks to a 4-1 mark.

Lady Knights make coach proud in defeat

West Holmes girls lose to Ashland, 2-0, but coach Josh Wengerd was proud of the Lady Knights and their hard work on the pitch.

West Holmes beats the heat at the Orrville Quad meet

The West Holmes boys and girls cross country teams battled the heat when they ran in the Orrville Quad meet, Tuesday, August 31 at Orrville High School.

Hawks drop first of year in 2-1 loss to Redskins

Hiland met its toughest opponent to date in Coshocton, and the redskins scored a late first half goal that was the difference in the 2-1 loss for Hiland.

Hiland golfers headed in the wrong direction

The Hiland golf team has put together two disappointing performances since beating West Holmes to earn Holmes County bragging rights.

West Holmes volleyball picks up OCC win in its season-opener

The West Holmes volleyball team kicked off its 2010 season with an Ohio Cardinal Conference win over Ashland, Tuesday, August 31, in Millersburg.

Knights’ lockdown defense melts down during the first half at Ashland

After holding its first two opponents to single goals, the West Holmes defense surrendered four in the first half at Ashland, as the Knights fell to the Arrows 4-3 on Tuesday, August 31.

Hiland cross country back on track for the first time in 12 years

Hiland fielded a boys cross country team for the first time since 1998, when they ran in Newcomerstown on Monday, August 30.

No help from Mother Nature in West Holmes 48-6 season opening loss at Triway

The West Holmes Knights won last year's football contest with Triway because of thunderstorms stopping play. No such luck this year, as the Knights fell to the Titans, 48-6.

Hawks maul Black Bears 6-0 to improve to 3-0

Hiland continued its mastery on the soccer field Saturday, Aug. 28 when it handed River View a 6-0 set-back, running the Hawks record to 3-0.

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