GALION, Ohio – The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) has recognized five area employers for keeping their employees safe on the job. The employers received BWC’s Special Award for Safety during the annual awards ceremony of the Galion Safety Council, one of more than 80 across the state that serve as partners in BWC’s […]
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Nationally acclaimed speaker to visit Galion April 16
GALION, Ohio – The Galion Middle School will host one of the highest acclaimed motivational speakers in the country April 16. His name is Ron Bachman, and his story is unlike anything you have ever heard. Bachman was born with a genetic disease that caused the amputation of his legs at an early age. When […]
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Triple Threat: Galion’s Slone sweeps sprints at Shelby
GALION, Ohio — Michaela Slone is the utility infielder of the Galion girls track team. No matter what co-coaches Todd Roston and Colby Bright ask the senior to do, they know she will answer the call. Slone pulled off a rare triple at Saturday’s Shelby Invitational. The Richland Bank Athlete of the Week won the […]
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Jack Arlen remembered in Galion community
MANSFIELD, Ohio–Jack B. Arlen, Jr. passed away last week. In an obituary published April 7, the Daytona Beach News Journal noted: Jack B. Arlen Jr., 79, Ormond Beach, an Air Force veteran and former music teacher, died Thursday (April 2, 2015). For many residents of Galion, Arlen left a legacy. Jack B. Arlen was recognized […]
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Galion second grade to present ‘Journey Into Outer Space’
GALION, Ohio – The Galion Primary School music department is excited to announce the dates for its 2015 second grade spring musical programs. The programs will begin at 6:30 p.m. on April 13 and April 20. All performances will be held in the primary school cafetorium. This year’s musical selection is “Journey Into Outer Space”. […]
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Crawford County announces employment initiative
GALION, Ohio – On April 22, Crawford Conversation will offer more than just a good meal and an inspiring talk from a guest speaker. This conversation will be an opportunity for area business owners and leaders, social service organizations and those who represent charity organizations, to learn about how best to serve their community by […]
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Galion farmers’ market seeks vendors for upcoming season
GALION, Ohio – Galion’s Northside Farmers Market will open on May 5 at its new location in Heise Park. The popular market was formerly located in front of the Galion KFC. However, the increased traffic and a lack of space for vendors and parking led to a need to change the location. Nikki Ward, administrative […]
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Galion’s DeNero to continue swimming career at Wright State
GALION, Ohio — Galion High School All-Ohioan Sam DeNero will transition from a Tiger to a Raider after signing his official letter of intent to continue his swimming career at Wright State University in Dayton. Flanked by his family and Galion swim coach Ted Temple, DeNero inked his name on Tuesday morning as the rest […]
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Galion Library: “Living History” and “Trash to Beauty” coming in April
GALION, Ohio – Join historian, lecturer, and author Kenneth Hammontree as he returns to Galion Public Library with another of his celebrated “Living History” performances. On Monday, April 13 at 7 p.m., Hammontree will become Andrew Carnegie, the man who funded over 3,000 libraries. Patrons are invited to sample Carnegie’s life and learn how he […]
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Snow emergencies for March 27
Snow Emergencies for surrounding counties are as follows. Snow Emergency Classifications LEVEL 1: Roadways are hazardous with blowing and drifting snow. Roads may also be icy. Motorists are urged to drive very cautiously. LEVEL 2: Roadways are hazardous with blowing and drifting snow. Roads may also be very icy. Only those who feel it is […]