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‘Interim’ no longer part of Nikki Ward’s job title
GALION — After months of working as the city’s interim safety service director, Nicole “Nikki” Ward has been hired as the permanent replacement for the position held by the late John Swain. “Nicole has...
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Mary Curran celebrates 101st birthday
GALION — At 101-years-old, Mary (Siclair) Curran knows the secrets to a long and happy life. “I love people. All people are beautiful, even the jerks. God didn’t make junk,” said Curran as she sat in...
View ArticleGalion City Schools preschool registration starts Feb. 1
GALION — Preschool registration for Galion City Schools begins Wednesday, Feb. 1 for the 2017-2018 school year begins Wednesday, February 1. Any interested parents or families should call Galion...
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Crawford County Municipal Court convictions-Jan. 25
Aaron D. Snyder, 22, unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, fined $463, sentenced to 90 days in jail with 70 suspended. Nathan T. Lewis, 21, Crestline, disorderly conduct, fined $325, sentenced to 30...
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Russ Kent: Galion students good at giving back
I’m a proud Galionite. I’m not afraid to say it. I never have been. I first moved here when I was just a couple years old. My first home was on Pierce Street. My mom and dad moved the family to Summit...
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Community Calendar
Jan. 26 FREE COMMUNITY MEAL — Trinity Lutheran Church, 291 N. Union St. will serve its free community meal from 5-6 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 26. The meal will not be served if school is canceled due to...
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Sheriff seeking info on Southview Baptist vandals
GALION — Southview Baptist Church, 6904 Crawford-Morrow County Line Road, was hit by vandals late Wednesday or early Thursday morning. Someone drove through the church parking lot and whatever was...
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Galion man going to prison on drug, theft charges
BUCYRUS — A Galion man has been sentenced to 42 months in prison on several drug-related charges in Crawford County Common Pleas Court. Abendigo J. Kindler, 30, 838 Crew Ave., was indicted in November...
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Galion senior’s project will help children in Zambia
GALION — Galion High School senior Haley Conkel has a passion for children and her community. She is putting both at the forefront of her senior project at Pioneer Career and Technology Center,...
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Health, wellness fair Feb. 29 at Polk Township building
GALION — A free Health and Wellness Fair for area residents is scheduled Thursday, Feb. 16 from 7-9 am. at the Polk Township building, 7680 Ohio 309. The health fair is in conjunction with the the...
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Last call for Ohio Senior Citizens Hall of Fame nominations
COLUMBUS — Do you know outstanding older Ohioans who deserves to be recognized for their contributions to their professions, their vocations or their communities? If so, the Ohio Department of Aging...
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Urban Industries promotes Ned Rieke to president, CEO.
GALION — Ned Rieke, current Vice President of Operations at the Galion-headquartered company was recently installed as President and CEO by the Board of Directors. He has been the acting president for...
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Is it cold, flu or something else?
(StatePoint) While each year millions in the U.S. are sickened during flu season, many can’t distinguish between symptoms of the seasonal strain of the flu, a cold and the “stomach flu.” Knowing the...
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Community Calendar
Jan. 28 FARM TOY AND NASCAR COLLECTIBLE SHOW — The Expo-Ohio Farm Toy and NASCAR Collectibles Show is Jan. 27-28 at the Ohio State Fairgrounds in Columbus. When you park, tell the attendant you are...
View ArticleStill time to register dogs without penalty fees
BUCYRUS — The Crawford County dog warden is reminding dog owners that Jan. 31 is the last day to register your dog for $16. Starting Feb. 1 a $16 penalty will be added to the fee. According to the dog...
View ArticleSt. Paul Preschool registration starts Feb. 1
GALION — St.Paul United Methodist Preschool registration for the 2017-18 school year begins Feb. 1. There are classes for available for 3-, 4- and 5-year-olds. For information or to arrange a tour of...
View ArticleCrawford County Relay for Life efforts starting
BUCYRUS — Daffodil orders for Crawford County Relay For Life are being taken until Feb. 10. This year bunches of 10 flowers are $10 and pots of flowers are $12. Orders can be placed with any Relay For...
View ArticleCelebrate Black History Month at Crestline library
CRESTLINE — Celebrate Black History Month in February at Crestline Public Library. The library will be giving out pencils, bookmarks and coloring song books on a first-come, first-serve basis. On Feb....
View ArticleLearn about Young Democrats Club at Feb. 1 meeting
BUCYRUS — The Crawford County Democratic party will have it’s monthly meeting Feb.1 at 7 p.m. in the Crawford County Engineer’s Office, 815 Whetstone St., Bucyrus. The committee, along with...
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Special meeting Jan. 31 at Galion Health Department
GALION — A special meeting of the Galion Health Department will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Jan. 31. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the possibility of a contract with the Portsmouth Health...
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