Is it a cold or the flu?
“Flu activity most commonly peaks in the United States between December and February,” according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Fortunately, though, there are some steps that...
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REVIEW: “The Revenant” is beautiful, harrowing, mesmerizing
Last week I wrote that “The Hateful Eight” was “quite possibly the best film of 2015.” I made sure to say “quite possibly” because I considered it the best at the time, but there were still some major...
View ArticleAU music releases spring schedule of events; first event set for Jan. 24
The Department of Music at Ashland University has released its spring 2016 schedule of events, which includes several instrumental and vocal recitals, choral and band concerts, opera scenes, Maplerock...
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Report: Health coverage gaps remain for Ohio’s Hispanic kids
COLUMBUS – A healthy start helps for future life success, but a new report finds a higher percentage of Hispanic children lack health insurance compared to other kids. The findings, released this week...
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Marengo native stresses hope, help after kicking heroin addiction
Addiction and recovery-often times the two terms are inseparable. Friends, family and well wishers aim to push those in thralls of addiction to willingly or unwillingly seek treatment and ultimately...
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It’s never too late to kick the habit
COLUMBUS – The addictive nature of nicotine makes kicking the habit extremely difficult, and some Ohioans who resolved to quit smoking in 2016 may have already thrown in the towel. But cessation...
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Health care enrollment deadline nears: Ohio navigators standing by
COLUMBUS – Health care groups in Ohio are getting the word out that there’s less than one week to sign up for coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace. The deadline for enrollment is Sunday,...
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REVIEW: Too much Kevin Hart in “Ride Along 2”
Back in 2014, Ice Cube and Kevin Hart made the idiotic comedy “Ride Along.” The film followed a familiar “hardboiled cop and pesky sidekick” formula that’s been done to death, with the only variation...
View ArticleFOOD: Smart breakfast tips to kick-start your new year
As you look to the new year with plans for healthier habits, there’s no better place to start than the beginning – the beginning of each day, that is. Countless studies have shown the benefits of a...
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Marengo native stresses hope, help after kicking heroin addiction
Addiction and recovery-often times the two terms are inseparable. Friends, family and well wishers aim to push those in thralls of addiction to willingly or unwillingly seek treatment and ultimately...
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Sponsors sought for Crawford County-wide event
Summer may be months away but The Positive Seekers are already planning their second annual Red, White, and Blues Festival. “We want it to be just like the old-fashioned carnivals that families can...
View ArticleGalion Health Department notes – Jan. 31
* The Galion City Health Department, 113 Harding Way East, will have daytime immunization appointment times Feb. 8 and Feb. 22 and evening immunization appointment times on Feb. 15. Call to schedule...
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Children’s dental care month: 75 years later, work continues in Ohio
COLUMBUS – Ohio children probably don’t pause to think of the impact of sugary Valentines Day treats on their teeth, but experts say poor dental health can cause a lifetime of problems. It’s National...
View ArticleMVNU Theatre presents “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown”
Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s theatre program, MVNU Theatre, presents the Tony award-winning musical “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown.” Based on the comic strip Peanuts by Charles M. Schulz, this...
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Chow Line: Know your beef: Cuts best for smoker, grill
When I grill a steak, how can I make sure it’s not tough? Also, I just got a meat smoker as a gift. What cuts of beef would be best for the smoker? Nothing is worse than grilling a steak, enjoying the...
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New “Star Wars” movie to be shown for free at Knox library
“Star Wars: The Force Awakens” (PG-13) will be featured at the free movie night 6:30 p.m. April 6 at the Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County, 201 N. Mulberry St. The film is set thirty years...
View ArticleBucyrus developing First Fridays
Downtown Bucyrus will be buzzing with something new this summer as the business community is developing First Fridays. The promotional effort is being led by Sue Logsdon of UB Dazzled and will bring...
View ArticleKenyon to host free Patchwork concert
The eclectic and the cutting edge will converge on Friday, April 1, when saxophone-and-drums duo Patchwork takes the stage of Rosse Hall, 105 College Dr., at Kenyon College for a free concert at 8 p.m....
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REVIEW: ‘Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” didn’t make much sense
“Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” is the most anticipated superhero crossover movie since “The Avengers.” Actually, it might be even more anticipated than “The Avengers.” Superman and Batman have...
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Galion man awaiting heart transplant
Larry Smith has always been an active person. He is a hard worker, a husband, an actor, and is in desperate need of a heart transplant. The 63-year-old battled Rheumatic Fever as a child which doctors...
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