GALION – The 6th annual Connections Weekend continued on Friday morning with Galion High School Career Day. First, students were introduced to 18 GHS graduates and their chosen professions. During lunch break, students were encouraged to speak with graduates at tables set up in the gymnasium and ask questions about the fields of work in […]
Rachel Mendell, Correspondent
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Galion alumni turn out to honor their Hall of Fame inductees
GALION – The Galion community honored eight alumni Saturday night for their expertise in their chosen fields and their contribution to Galion and their respective communities. Eight individuals were inducted during the event. Participating in the event were the Galion Middle School students; Galion High School choir, singing the Alma Mater; Avita Health Systems, catering; […]
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Oktoberfest weekend full of music, food and games
GALION – As the sun set on a warm autumn evening, Oktoberfest lights were just coming up. Four stages of bands played four styles of music for strolling festival goers on Thursday, opening day of the festival. One change noticeable this year at the festival is the Brush and Palette Club art show offers more […]
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Alumni, students, community encouraged to turn out for Galion’s Connections Weekend
GALION – The Galion Connections Weekend committee is adding final touches to the plans for the annual all-alumni celebration. The event is designed to bring Galion High School graduates back to share their life experiences and to make connections with Galion students. Connections Weekend begins Thursday, Sept. 25 with an Old Fashioned Pep Rally, a […]
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Galion City Council approves new mutual aid agreement
GALION – During their recent meeting, Galion City Council approved a mutual aid contract with Jefferson Township of Crawford County. Galion Fire Chief Phil Jackson worked with the township trustees and the Galion city law director to craft the agreement. In other business, the council discussed vacating an alley and updating engineering services. “If they […]
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Galion Oktoberfest begins Thursday
GALION – Galion is busy preparing for its annual Oktoberfest celebration set to begin Thursday. Streets in the downtown area will be closed off for the three day festival that runs Sept. 25-27 and offers four stages of live music all day, rides by D&R Show, an art show and huge variety of foods, gifts […]
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Perfect weather shines on Harvest Festival
CRESTLINE – Ideal weather set the stage for the 41st Crestline Harvest Festival. Opening ceremonies went off without a hitch with the Royal Blue Express leading the Star Spangled Banner and the Crestline Alma Mater. This year’s festival was dedicated to the memory of long-time festival organizer Jim Maddy. The rides, game and food vendors […]
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Galion council passes pool pass ordinance, discusses fiscal stability
GALION – The Galion city council passed an ordinance regarding pool pass rates at its recent Sept. 9 meeting. The pool pass rates, beginning with the 2015 swimming season, remains unchanged; but the word “family” has been changed to “household” to include non-traditional family units. The issue of the meaning of the original word […]
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Galion’s 598 bridge replacement project on schedule
GALION – Galion Mayor Tom O’Leary said the state Route 598 bridge replacement project will be completed on schedule. The pile driving for the new foundation is finished and the project is moving along ahead of schedule. “The rest of the project has been torturous,” said O’Leary. South of the bridge, the 598 widening […]
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Galion Car Show cruises despite rain
Over 100 cars signed up for the annual Uptowne Galion Cruise In Saturday, Sept. 6. The car show has always been a fundraiser and this year was no exception. Money raised is targeted for free outreach meals and food banks, including those hosted by St. Joseph Catholic Church, First Lutheran Church and First Presbyterian Church. […]