Bucyrus Elementary to host 2015 winter music programs
The Bucyrus Elementary School will host two winter music programs this December. The second-grade program, Wintertime is Here, will begin at 6:00 p.m., followed by the fourth-grade program, Winter...
View ArticleWhat you need to know about the kissing bug and Chagas disease
Experts at the National School of Tropical Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine have been studying Chagas disease and working on a therapeutic vaccine for it. Dr. Peter Hotez, dean of the National...
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New rules aim to curb food-borne illness
COLUMBUS – The Food and Drug Administration is putting new food-safety rules in place – and advocates of the change say that’s something to be thankful for. The FDA is finalizing rules for three basic...
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Galion High School Performing Arts to present one-act plays
The Galion High School Performing Arts department will present two one-act plays at the Galion Community Theatre Dec. 11, 12 and 13. Act I, “The Real Housewives of Cricket Co.”, is a hilarious...
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In Ohio, 62,181 people signed up for coverage through the Health Insurance...
Heading into the final days before the Dec. 15 deadline for Jan. 1 coverage, over 2.8 million consumers selected a plan in the HealthCare.gov platform as of Dec. 5, including 62,181 in Ohio. This...
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16 tips for families to stay safe over the holidays
The holidays are an exciting and busy time of year as parents race to finish their shopping, decorating and baking. As the countdown of the calendar year winds down, be sure to allow plenty of time in...
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REVIEW: “Creed” is admirable reboot of “Rocky”
“Creed” tells the story of Adonis “Donny” Creed (Michael B. Jordan), son of legendary boxer Apollo Creed. And who was Apollo Creed’s most famous opponent? That’s right, Rocky Balboa (Sylvester...
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REVIEW: Ugly and unfunny best way to describe “Krampus”
There are many bad words I can use to describe “Krampus.” Ugly and Unfunny spring to mind, but I’m going to wait until the end to let you know the one that I think best describes it. The plot sees...
View ArticleNationwide Children’s Hospital sets biobank initiative to research Down syndrome
Nationwide Children’s Hospital and research advocacy group DownSyndrome Achieves have joined forces to create the first biobank in the country dedicated to collecting and managing blood samples from...
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Report: Pork and sauerkraut do well in Ohio’s ag landscape
Eating pork and sauerkraut on New Year’s Day is a culinary tradition in Ohio and other parts of the U.S., with roots in Germany and Eastern Europe. The meal is believed to bring good luck and...
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REVIEW: “In the Heart of the Sea” is not an Oscar contender
“In the Heart of the Sea” tells the story of the 19th-century whaling expedition that served as the inspiration for Herman Melville’s “Moby Dick.” It isn’t exactly a movie version of “Moby Dick,” hence...
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New nutrition program leaves officials hungry for answers
COLUMBUS — Three years ago, one of Ohio State University Extension’s community nutrition programs started making a special effort to expand its reach to children and teens. By any measure, the effort...
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Tobacco to 21: Momentum grows in the Buckeye State
COLUMBUS – More than 100 U.S. cities have raised the legal age to purchase tobacco products to 21, and momentum is growing in Ohio as well. The Cleveland City Council recently voted to increase the...
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Wedding: Ryan James Kuns and Jessica Ann Buker
Jessica Ann Buker and Ryan James Kuns were married Sept. 19 at Larkins by the River Courtyard in Greenville, S.C. Danielle M. Baker officiated the wedding. The bride’s parents are Chris and Steve...
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REVIEW: “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” is a fun movie
George Lucas always intended “Star Wars” to be nine-part series. Episodes IV-VI came out in the 70’s and 80’s. The poorly-received Episodes I-III are a decade old. Now we’re kicking off the final...
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REVIEW: “Daddy’s Home” repeats same formula
The latter half of 2015 brings us two new releases that easily have the potential to be the most annoying films of the year. They are “Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip” and “Daddy’s Home.” After...
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Ventriloquist comedienne Lynn Trefzger to appear at Marion Palace Theatre
The Palace Cultural Arts Association will present ventriloquist comedienne Lynn Trefzger 7 p.m. Jan. 23 at the Marion Palace Theatre. Call 740-383-2101 for ticket information. .neFileBlock {...
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Woman, 62, still running marathon strong
Running can be more than a sport for those interested in the physical endeavor. When done regularly it often times brings an all-encompassing lifestyle that keeps active participants going day-in and...
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REVIEW: Tarantino fans will enjoy “The Hateful Eight”
The good news about “The Hateful Eight” is that I, a huge fan of director Quentin Tarantino, think he’s done it again. And everybody at my had-to-have-been-sold-out screening on Christmas Eve seemed to...
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The Fun Center Chordsmen Hall of Fame inducts 2015 Class
The Fun Center Chordsmen Hall of Fame (COHF) recently inducted the 2015 class. To be eligible for CHOF, the member must have been a previous Barbershopper of the Year (BOTY) award winner, have been a...
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