When I think of vampires my first thoughts run to Sesame Street and the harmless Count Dracula. I know I’m not much of a horror film fan but today in 2015 we do have vampires living amongst us. They are in our beds! These vampires have six legs each, a broad oval shaped body, they […]
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Galion police warn of utility scam
The Galion Police Department has been made aware of a possible telephone scam occurring with some local residents and businesses. The caller claims to be associated with the Galion Utility Department and advises the resident or business that they are delinquent on utilities and that utilities will be shut off if they do not pay […]
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Ohio students selected for United States Senate Youth Program
WASHINGTON, — Senators Sherrod Brown and Rob Portman recently announced the names of the two students who have been selected as delegates to the 53rd annual United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP) that will be held March 7 – 14 in Washington, D.C. Jacob Dretzka of Galion and Elijah Lutz of Ironton were chosen from […]
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Friends of the Bob & Tom Show Comedy Tour returns to town Jan. 24
The Fox 102.3 and Renaissance Performing Arts present the return of The Friends of The Bob & Tom Show Comedy Tour at the Renaissance Theatre on Saturday, Jan. 24 at 8 p.m. This hilarious tour features three different comedians, Greg Warren, Bob Zany, and Ralph Harris, and is hosted by the lovely and very funny […]
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Sponsorships and Nominations now available for RCDG’s Economic Excellence Awards
Richland County’s Second Annual Economic Excellence Awards will provide an opportunity to highlight those businesses, individuals and organizations that have had significant impact on the growth and development of the local economy. Awards will be given in categories including Business Excellence, Economic Impact, Distinguished Performance and Investing in our Future. The event will be held […]
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New security measures will delay tax refunds this year
COLUMBUS, Ohio–In order to better protect Ohio taxpayers and prevent tax fraud, the Ohio Department of Taxation (ODT) is implementing additional safeguards that will inevitably cause some refunds to be delayed this upcoming income tax filing season. These steps are being taken to further bolster defenses in anticipation of a continuing increase in attempted tax […]
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No injuries reported after garbage truck overturns
LEXINGTON — No one was injured when a Rumpke garbage truck overturned near the intersection of Hanley Road and U.S. 42 on Tuesday morning. The truck was headed west on Hanley Road at around 10:30 a.m. when the driver lost control and slid off the south side of the road. The truck struck the ditch […]
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Mary Gribbin
LEXINGTON: Mary K. Gribbin, 72, of Lexington passed away Monday afternoon, Jan. 19, 2015 at home following a courageous battle with cancer. Mary was born in Columbus on Oct. 15, 1942. “If your sins are blood-red, they’ll be snow-white. If they’re red like crimson, they’ll be like wool. If you’ll willingly obey,you’ll feast like kings.” (Isaiah 1:18) Mary loved to share […]
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Hildreth Markwell
Hildreth Markwell, age 89, resident of Shelby, died Sunday, Jan. 18, 2015, at the Hospice House, Ashland, Ohio. Born July 28, 1925 in Morehead, Kentucky she was the daughter of the late Miles and Alma (Sturgill) Christian. On May 4, 1946, Hildreth married Bert Markwell in Morehead, Kentucky. They moved to Shelby in 1948. A […]
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Russell Patterson
Beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, Russell Clarence Patterson passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his family, on Jan. 19, 2015, at age 94. Born at home June 25, 1920, in Cardington, Ohio, to Frank and Lucy (Hickson) Patterson, Russell lived a life marked by honor, resilience and generosity. After graduating from […]