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	Obituaries 03/03/2010
	Dedra predicts Oscar winners 03/02/2010 Because my Oscar predictions rocked the past three years, I'm going for the elusive platinum medal, despite not seeing all of the nominated movies. In case I come up lame, my excuse is lack of preparation.
	Community Calendar 02/24/2010 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Sports of All Sorts IV: Making her own waves 02/24/2010 In a county where high schools don’t have swimming pools or swim teams, Elizabeth Schoppelrei has had to make her own waves.
	London and Jonathan Alder wrestlers excel at sectionals 02/24/2010 Jonathan Alder and London made strong showings at the Div. ll wrestling sectional Feb. 20 at Licking Heights.
	Southeastern FFA chapter takes stock of success 02/24/2010 Southeastern High School's 51-member FFA chapter is active year-round. Just since school started this year, the group has been busy, focusing first on rural and urban soils evaluation.
	Smithsonian fence exhibit opens March 5 in London 02/24/2010 The Madison County Historical Society has partnered with the Smithsonian Institution to bring "Between Fences," a national traveling exhibition, to London March 5-April 5.
	Push is on for school-sanctioned soccer at LMS 02/24/2010 The push is on for school-sanctioned soccer at London Middle School.
	Obituaries 02/24/2010
	West Jeff lady hoopsters finish regular season 11-3 02/23/2010 West Jefferson hosted Berne Union Feb. 20. The Lady Riders won the Senior Night game 47-25 to finish the regular season with an 11-3 league record.
	London High School breaks out the yellow brick road 02/23/2010 London High School's production of "The Wizard of Oz" comes complete with a disappearing and reappearing wicked witch, a ruby-slippered Dorothy, and a live Toto, played by Dawson Gray, a tiny Yorkie owned by London Elementary music teacher Teri Gray.
	Grocery store proposed for corner of routes 40 and 142 02/23/2010 On Feb. 22, village council approved annexation legislation that paves the way for a grocery store to be built at the intersection of U.S. Route 40 and State Route 142 (Plain City-Georgesville Road).
	South Charleston swim pool will talk finances March 24 02/23/2010 For many community swimming pools, expenses outpace revenues. Such is the case in South Charleston. While some area pools won't open this summer, South Charleston's will, but barely.
	New Habitat for Humanity leaders ready to build third home 02/21/2010 With a new director and board president in place, Habitat for Humanity of Madison County Inc. will start its third new-built house in March.
	Issues filed for Madison County's May 4 election 02/19/2010 Nine issues have been filed for the May 4 election in Madison County.
	License fees change for fair and festival workers 02/19/2010 Ahead of the 2010 fair and festival season, London City Council approved changes to licensing regulations originally implemented last year.
	Candidates file for Madison County's May 4 primary election 02/18/2010 The following candidates filed petitions with the Madison County Board of Elections to run in the May 4, 2010 primary election in Madison County. The filing deadline was Feb. 18.
	Lady Riders take Valentine's win over London 02/17/2010 West Jefferson Lady Riders hosted London Lady Red Raiders Feb. 14 in a make-up game and came away with the victory 61-42.
	London native lands star role in national TV cooking show 02/17/2010 For the last six years, London native Nicky Morse has chased the dream of starring in a television show about food and race cars.
	Madison-Plains sticks with levy for Linson Road site 02/17/2010 Results of a community survey are propelling the Madison-Plains Local Schools district forward with a 6.99-mill bond issue to build a K-12 building on Linson Road.
	Sports of All Sorts III: He's on a roll... 02/17/2010 Colby Gulick eats, sleeps and breathes skateboarding. On summer weekends, when he's spending eight to 12 hours a day at the Grove City Skatepark, he'll eat his lunch off of his skateboard.
	Letter: Safety comes first in snow 02/17/2010 I want to thank the Jonathan Alder Local Schools bus drivers for safely transporting our children during this past storm.
	Community Calendar 02/17/2010 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 02/17/2010
	Column: There are no bad guys in the Olympics 02/17/2010 Anyone who loves sports knows there are always good guys and bad guys. They're what make sports competitive, nasty and fun.
	Photos: Winter Blast 02/17/2010 Check out these pictures from February's snow storms.
	West Jeff senior center hosts free food program for elderly 02/17/2010 The Jeffersonian Senior Center will act as the local administrator and distribution point for a federal USDA food and nutrition program serving low-income, elderly people in Madison County.
	Jefferson Local voters to decide on levy in May 02/10/2010 Jefferson Local School District voters have the opportunity this May to continue a long-standing tradition - approval of a 25-year-old emergency operating levy.
	JA Schools prepare for construction and renovation 02/10/2010 Jonathan Alder Local Schools are nearing a deadline to ask for bids for construction of an elementary school and the renovation of a middle school.
	Local pooch needs help and home 02/08/2010 Abby was found on Jan. 21, abandoned in a house with no clue as to the number of days she was there.
	Sports of All Sorts II: Taking the Reins 02/05/2010 Brittany Woodard, 15, graduated from taking lessons to competing year-round four years ago. She is a state and national champion in equestrian sports and shows no signs of stopping.
	London Council votes 5-2 to put levy on May ballot 02/07/2010 In a 5-2 vote on Feb. 4, London City Council took the final step to put a 0.5 percent income tax increase on the May 4 ballot.
	Youth Center regroups; after-school drop-in program restarts 02/07/2010 London youths once again have a safe place to hang out after school.
	Letter: Why I became a weather spotter 02/05/2010 I used to chase storms in Madison County as a firefighter with Central Townships Fire Department. Then I became an amateur radio (ham) operator.
	Davis will play for Purdue; Swartzentruber headed to MVNU 02/04/2010 On Feb. 3, national signing day, Jonathan Alder High School senior Josh Davis signed his letter of commitment to play football for Purdue University. The 6-6, 285-pound All-Ohio defensive tackle gives much of the credit for his dream-come-true to his time
	Sports of All Sorts I: Sweet kid with wicked punch 02/03/2010 They call him the Lemon Drop Kid because he looks sweet on the outside but turns sour in the ring.
	Study's focus will be West Jeff water and sewer finances 02/03/2010 Effective with the March billing cycle, West Jefferson residents will pay a $1 monthly surcharge for water and the same for sewer.
	Spaghetti dinner will raise funds for Haiti relief effort 02/03/2010 A “United Hearts for Haiti” fund-raiser will take place at Ann and Tony’s Restaurant in West Jefferson from 5 to 8 p.m. Feb. 21.
	Daffodils and Boyds bears raise money for Cancer Society 02/03/2010 Madison County Relay For Life participants are selling daffodils and "Bear & A Bunch" gifts to raise money for the American Cancer Society.
	Hospital auxiliary at work 02/03/2010 Madison County Hospital CEO Fred Kolb accepts a check from Edie Tolley, who volunteers as the manager of the hospital gift shop. In 2009, the shop netted $16,000 for the Auxiliary.
	Column: No matter who wins the toss up, it's the fan who loses 02/03/2010 Football season is my favorite of the year, but nothing makes me cringe more than when the clock ticks to zero in an NFL game and the score is tied.
	Movie Review: Dedra gives 'When in Rome’ a C 02/03/2010 The very cute Kristen Bell plays Beth, a successful curator for the Guggenheim Museum who is dealing with the aftermath of a sudden dumping by a long-time beau.
	Letter: District cuts make for no increase on renewal levy 02/03/2010 Our district operates on a lean budget. To-date, we have reduced our annual expenses by more than $300,000 since 2006. We are proud of how lean our district operates and are committed to continuing with doing so.
	Doc Talk: The Big Bad Whoop 02/03/2010 Winter is here and so is cough, cold, and flu season. It is not uncommon that a child fights seven to 10 colds in a year, mostly between October and March.
	Community Calendar 02/03/2010 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 02/03/2010
	Photos: Madison-Plains beats West Jeff in comeback 02/02/2010 The Madison-Plains boys varsity basketball team staged a fourth-quarter comeback to defeat West Jefferson 66-62 Jan. 30 in front of a packed house at home.
	2010 Fair attraction: Pigs that race for Oreos 02/01/2010 Last year, the Madison County Senior Fair Board added a hypnotist to its entertainment lineup to appeal to teens and adults. This year, they're adding pig races, a petting zoo, camel rides and live fishing to appeal to even more visitors.
	The smoke and mirrors (and paint and fabric) of Oz 01/26/2010 It takes courage, heart and brains to put on a major musical production. Just ask the directors of Southeastern High School's upcoming production of "The Wizard of Oz."
	London City Schools: Bids come in way under budget 01/28/2010 London school officials opened bids Jan. 21 for early site work and geothermal wells for the new middle school. The numbers surprised them --- in a good way.
	Parks and Trails president steps down after 10 years 01/26/2010 It started with a meeting in a London man’s living room. A decade later, Madison County has 16.5 miles of paved walking and biking paths and is part of the cross-state Ohio To Erie Trail.
	Chamber hosting a Valentine's Karaoke Night Feb. 12 01/26/2010 The Madison County Chamber of Commerce is singing a new tune. For its annual fund-raiser to benefit local charities, the Chamber is hosting a Valentine's Cupid Karaoke Night from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 12 at The Abbey Gift Shop in West Jefferson.
	West Jeff grapplers take down DeSales and Big Walnut 01/26/2010 West Jefferson's wrestling team hosted Big Walnut and DeSales in a tri-match Jan. 23. West Jefferson defeated DeSales 63-15 and Big Walnut 55-21.
	Special Olympics: Top athlete, coach, volunteer and group 01/26/2010 These Tigers were certainly on the prowl for Special Olympics excellence.
	London's levy proposal formatted same as last attempt 01/25/2010 Layoffs may be the only option in 2011 if London voters don’t approve a 0.5 percent income tax levy on the May 4 ballot.
	Community Calendar 01/20/2010 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Madison-Plains phone survey starts Jan. 23 01/22/2010 On Jan. 21, the Madison-Plains school board voted to contract with polling firm Strategic Visioning Inc. to conduct a telephone survey. Calls to random registered voters in the district will start this weekend.
	State fire marshal seeks help in London fire investigation 01/21/2010 Investigators with the Division of State Fire Marshal and the Madison County Sheriff's Office seek the public's help in finding the person or persons responsible for the Jan. 12 mobile home fire at 129 Maple Way in London.
	West Jeff girls beat Liberty Union in overtime 01/20/2010 West Jefferson's girls basketball team traveled Jan. 19 to Liberty Union for a Mid-State Cardinal Division game. The Lady Riders defeated the Lions 66-57 in overtime.
	140-year-old fire engine back at station for a while 01/20/2010 The London Belle is back in familiar surroundings—just for a short while, but that works out just fine for all parties involved.
	Check out local talent in upcoming productions 01/20/2010 The Young Artist Showcase on Jan. 31 and the Children's Theatre production of "The Boxcar Children" Feb. 4-21 both feature young talent from Madison County.
	Scholarship opportunities 01/20/2010 The Madison County Republican Women's Club and State Senator Chris Widener, whose constituency includes Madison County, are getting the word out about scholarship opportunities.
	Obituaries 01/20/2010
	Boy's letter gets mayor's attention 01/18/2010 Colby Gulick, 8, wrote a letter to the mayor of London about the city's need for a skate park. In return, he and his second-grade classmates at London Elementary got a real, live civics lesson.
	Business goings-on in West Jefferson 01/19/2010 Village council members discuss potential businesses, as well as new and expanding businesses in town.
	Helping Hands: Residents helping residents in West Jeff 01/19/2010 For awhile now, West Jefferson Council President Darlene Steele has talked about starting a program in which volunteers help elderly and handicapped residents with household projects.
	Shelter to go up at Westwood Park 01/19/2010 Several improvements are in store for Westwood Park, according to West Jefferson's parks and recreation director, Jack McDowell.
	Health District schedules free H1N1 flu clinics 01/19/2010 The Madison County-London City Health District has scheduled a series of six H1N1 flu clinics. Three will take place at the Health District office in London. The other three will be located at sites in Mount Sterling, Plain City and West Jefferson.
	Community Calendar 01/06/2010 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Polling experts will conduct phone survey for Madison-Plains 01/18/2010 Before making a decision on another bond levy attempt, the Madison-Plains board of education and administration plan to have polling experts conduct a telephone survey to gauge public opinion.
	West Jeff trumps Fisher Catholic 01/13/2010 The Roughriders beat Fisher Catholic 59-49 in a Jan. 12 matchup.
	Photo Journal: Wintery morning at Prairie Oaks Metro Park 01/13/2010 The morning of Jan. 13 was a winter wonderland. I traveled to Prairie Oaks Metro Park on Plain City-Georgesville Road to see the beautiful sights that nature had for us.
	Rosedale Bible College to perform "The Imaginary Invalid" 01/13/2010 A miserly hypochondriac with a greedy wife, a series of crackpot doctors, and a daughter who loves the wrong man add up to comic intrigue when Rosedale Bible College presents The Imaginary Invalid January 29-31.
	West Jeff schools will ask for levy renewal in May 01/13/2010 With a 25-year background of voter approval, Jefferson Local school board members are hopeful history will continue to repeat itself with renewal of a 9.5-mill emergency tax levy on the spring ballot.
	Letters to the Editor 01/13/2010 Find out what's on the minds of your fellow Messenger readers.
	Bid opening for middle school site work set for Jan. 21 01/12/2010 London City Schools leaders soon will have a good idea what early site work will cost for the new middle school.
	Schooley elected London school board president 01/12/2010 As part of their reorganization for a new year, the school board elected a new president, Eric Schooley, and a new vice president, Vici Geer.
	Alder puts all-day, every-day kindergarten on hold 01/12/2010 The Jonathan Alder Local School District has officially put off implementing all-day, every-day kindergarten for one year, citing financial and facilities issues with the state's unfunded mandate.
	State of the City: New taxes would prevent deterioration 01/11/2010 An up-tick in the economy and passage of a tax levy top London Mayor David Eades’ wish list for 2010.
	Obituaries 01/06/2010
	Movie Review: "Up in the Air" is Oscar worthy 01/07/2010 Even though he is surrounded by people, Ryan Bingham lives a solitary life.
	Great Christmas was in the cards 01/06/2010 The cards came from each of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and at least 30 foreign countries. They were signed by famous people, like U.S. President George Bush and his wife, Laura, and the entire Cleveland Cavaliers basketball team.
	Looking for more local foster homes 01/06/2010 The search is on for Madison County foster homes --- families willing to open their hearts and homes to children ages 0-18 who need temporary out-of-home placement due to a family crisis.
	One foster family's story: Opening their hearts, home 01/06/2010 From a young age, Mandy Hochstetler knew she would grow up to be a foster parent. "I love kids," said the London resident.
	Grocery store possibilities come up at WJ council 01/06/2010 West Jefferson has been without a grocery store since Kitchen's Cardinal closed almost three years ago. Now, two different entities are looking to locate grocery stores in the village area.
	Broadcasting live from WMSS 01/06/2010 How do you inspire young people? Amplify them.
	Column: Curious about the paranormal 01/06/2010 I don't remember the first time I became interested in the paranormal. I had never known anybody who had seen a ghost or experienced a paranormal event, that is, until I went to college at Ohio University.
	Friend of the Townships award winners named 01/06/2010 The Madison County Township Association recently announced winners of the Friend of the Townships awards. The selection committee included Wayne Holland, Vern Houser and Jeff Marshal.
	Madison County's first baby of 2010 01/05/2010 The first baby born at Madison County Hospital in 2010 arrived a few days into the New Year.
	Latest technology extends Madison County Hospital's reach 01/05/2010 With the assistance of Nationwide Children's Hospital, Madison County Hospital has acquired telemedicine --- a new technology that allows physicians and patients to communicate while being miles apart.
	Community Calendar 12/29/2009
	Honoring heroes: Flights to D.C. for veterans 12/29/2009 Honor Flight is a non-profit organization that provides World War II vets an all-expenses paid one-day trip to Washington, D.C.
	Shelter is newest improvement to Fairfield Park 12/29/2009 Over the winter, Fairfield Township residents can dream of warmer days, picnics and baseball games just by traveling down West Jefferson-Kiousville Road and taking a gander at the new community park shelter.
	South Charleston: New police chief hopes to beef up force 12/29/2009 South Charleston's new police chief aims to add depth to the force in the form of auxiliary officers. It's at the top of his to-do list for 2010.
	Surveys seek perception of schools 12/29/2009 What is your perception of Southeastern Local Schools and how can the district best serve students?
	Drumming up talent at Miami View 12/29/2009 Before winter break, Miami View Elementary put on a talent show that featured students and staff.
	Obituaries 12/29/2009
	Parks and rec enthusiasts sought in London 12/28/2009 HELP WANTED: Opening on local board. Must be interested in developing park and recreation opportunities in the London area. Fund-raising abilities a plus.
	Community Calendar 12/23/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 12/23/2009
	Park land purchase designed to prevent mis-use 12/23/2009 Prairie Oaks Metro Park, part of which lies in Madison County not far from West Jefferson, recently purchased approximately 150 acres in Prairie Township in Franklin County.
	West Jeff could add water/sewer fees 12/23/2009 West Jefferson residents could see $2 added to their monthly water and sewer bills starting early next year.
	London's Canney wins statewide recognition 12/23/2009 When Jim Canney stepped up to the microphone at the state Developmental Disabilities convention earlier this month, he was so moved he couldn't say anything.
	Spaghetti Pie Man signs up for WJ biz incubator 12/23/2009 Dan Peters has been making his signature dish—a spaghetti pie—for more than a quarter of a century. Now, he's thinking about turning it into a business.
	Students will need safe way to cross Route 38 12/23/2009 Part of the planning for London City Schools' new middle school involves finding a way to get students safely from one side of State Route 38 to the other. Finding that solution has proven to be a challenge.
	Township trustees take oath of office 12/23/2009 Madison County's newly elected township trustees are sworn in.
	Local United Way campaign now at 79 percent of its goal 12/23/2009 The Madison County United Way campaign thermometer has been placed at the corner of Elm and Lafayette streets to chart of the progress of this year’s fund-raising campaign.
	Outgoing West Jefferson council president praised 12/23/2009 On Dec. 21, Council President Ron Garver wrapped up a total of 14 years on the West Jefferson village council.
	Smith bids farewell after 16th year on London school board 12/23/2009 Nancy Smith has served on the London school board for a total of 16 years.
	Fire and ice at Winterfest 12/22/2009 London Elementary Winterfest, the PTO's fund send-off for Christmas break, included demonstrations by an ice sculptor.
	West Jeff PD will get new weapons 12/22/2009 West Jefferson police officers will get new weapons now that village council has set up a special fund that allows the department to accept federal grants.
	Community Calendar 12/16/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 12/16/2009
	City targets abandoned properties 12/18/2009 In a push to take care of blighted and abandoned properties in London, city council has started the ball rolling to potentially condemn or assume ownership of properties at 152-154 Washington Ave. and 106 Riley Ave.
	London enacts paid leave donation program 12/18/2009 London city employees who experience a serious illness or non job-related injury and who need more recovery time after paid leave benefits are exhausted can now accept extra time from their fellow employees.
	London Council approves sewer rate increase 12/18/2009 It’s official. London's sewer rates will go up 6 percent each of the next three years.
	Mount Sterling man indicted in connection with restaurant arson 12/18/2009 Adam Coudy, 24, of Mount Sterling was indicted for his connection with a Sept. 1, 2008, fire at Rax Restaurant at 110 W. High St. in London.
	Madison-Plains looks into split sessions idea 12/16/2009 As they struggle with what to do about aging buildings in the district, the Madison-Plains school board and administration are looking into a variety of options, including split sessions.
	Photos: West Jefferson sparkles 12/16/2009 Garrette Park in West Jefferson became lit up with 300,000 lights on Dec. 11. The switch was flipped on at 6 p.m.
	MCBDD earns hard-to-get 5-year accreditation 12/16/2009 When it comes to serving people with developmental disabilities, the rest of the state should look to Madison County.
	Alder preps future calendars for less calamity days 12/16/2009 Faced with fewer calamity days in the coming school years, the Jonathan Alder School District is proposing a calendar that could use holidays as makeup days if necessary.
	Toy show coming to fairgrounds in 2010 12/16/2009 The Madison County Fair Board has added a new event to its 2010 calendar. For the first time, they are hosting a farm toy show.
	Keeping the fires burning on art of yesteryear 12/16/2009 Even as technology zips and zings around us, some people are reconnecting with the old, slow-paced way of doing things. They’re picking up needle and thread. They’re planting gardens. Or, like Dave Beekman, they're forging metal to make everything from sh
	Schools have questions about state's Credit Flex 12/16/2009 Before the start of the 2010-11 school year, school boards in Ohio must adopt a Credit Flex plan that expands the ways in which high school students can earn credit.
	What books do you hope to see under the tree? 12/16/2009 The Madison Messenger asked Madison County folks what books they are reading, as well as what titles they wouldn't mind seeing under the Christmas tree. The Messenger staff threw in their two cents' worth, too. Here’s the list.
	Many donations made to Madison-Plains Schools 12/16/2009 At their Dec. 15 meeting, Madison-Plains school board members approved a long list of donations to the district.
	Winter hike series includes county-area parks 12/16/2009 Franklin County Metro Parks will kick off its annual winter hikes series on Jan. 2. The schedule includes 13 guided and unguided hikes, each at a different park in the system, including parks that reach into Madison County.
	Generosity abounds: Lots of food, lots of toys 12/16/2009 A variety of groups, from kids to VFW posts, donate money, food and toys to brighten others' holidays.
	Letter: So many make county so great 12/16/2009 This season, I want to thank all of the volunteers, churches, pantries and people who make our community great.
	Town rallies around little Nate 03/01/2010 The people of West Jefferson have come together to give one little boy the best Christmas ever.
	Family overwhelmed by cards 12/15/2009 West Jefferson residents Dode McVey and Tod Elfrink appreciate the thousands of Christmas cards people have sent to their son, Nate Elfrink, but the amount has become too much for the family to keep up with.
	Community Calendar 12/09/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 12/09/2009
	Bike path group looks to donate land to London 12/11/2009 The Friends of Madison County Parks and Trails (FMCPT) wants to donate trail-related land to the City of London.
	Nate: King of the big guys' basketball court 12/10/2009 Over 150 fans gathered at West Jefferson High School on Dec. 9 to see 7-year-old Nate Elfrink watch and be a part of basketball practice.
	Photos: Christmas in Mount Sterling and Plain City 12/09/2009 The villages of Mount Sterling and Plain City held their Christmas celebrations this past weekend.
	No pay raises for West Jeff village workers 12/09/2009 Employees of the Village of West Jefferson will not get pay raises in 2010, according to a budget approved by council Dec. 7.
	Scholar brings college gospel group to inmates 12/09/2009 Chelsea Gorman, a senior religion major at Earlham College in Richmond, Ind., admits that for years she took for granted the two prisons on either side of her street outside of London.
	Armory Youth Center rental agreement up for a vote 12/08/2009 The London city administration and the board of the Madison Area Youth Center Inc. (MAYCI) have worked out a rental agreement for the Armory building at 15 E. Second St.
	London's 2010 budget could be much like 2009's 12/08/2009 London City Council will meet twice more before the end of the year to pass the 2010 budget, which calls for essentially the same appropriations as 2009.
	LHS honor students clear bike path 12/07/2009 On Nov. 21, London High School's National Honor Society cleared brush near the Roberts Pass bike path entrance to Maple Street.
	Community Calendar 12/02/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 12/02/2009
	City launches community information service 12/04/2009 The City of London has launched a new community information service that alerts area residents to public safety threats and community events via the Web, e-mail and cell phone text messages.
	Letter: Schools tighten belts, too 12/04/2009 Times are tight for everyone, including at our London City Schools, and our school district continues to seek ways of tightening its belt.
	Schwan's truckload sale will benefit London athletics 12/04/2009 Schwan's trucks will be outside the Madison County Health Department on Dec. 12 selling over 300 different kinds of frozen food items.
	South Solon fire chief dies in car crash 12/04/2009 Charles R. Bauer Jr., 51, chief of the Stokes Township/South Solon Fire Department in Madison County, died in a motor vehicle accident on the afternoon of Dec. 2 near Lebanon, Ohio.
	Free Clinic moves to its own building in 2010 12/02/2009 Right now, there’s a two-month wait to get into the Madison County Health Partners Free Clinic. That will change early next year when the clinic moves into its own space.
	Santa and carriage rides are back in Mt. Sterling 12/02/2009 Why mess with a good thing? That's what organizers of Mount Sterling’s Christmas in the Village figured when they started planning this year’s event, which is set for 6 to 8 p.m. Dec. 6.
	West Jeff's Christmas in the Park Schedule of Events 12/02/2009 Walking through West Jefferson's Christmas lights display is like entering another world - one that surrounds you in colorful, cheerful, holiday glow.
	Park decoration crew started work 10 weeks ago 12/02/2009 What does it take to put up, take down, maintain and store 300,000 lights? Here are the answers, courtesy of the West Jefferson Christmas in the Park crew.
	Parade of Lights brightens the night Dec. 12 12/02/2009 Sandy Boucher, West Jefferson's go-to person for parades, hopes for a big turnout of participants and spectators for this year's Christmas in the Park Parade of Lights.
	Relay For Life gears up now for 2010 12/02/2009 It's never too early to start fighting for a good cause.
	So. Charleston Christmas features big raffle, lots of activities 12/02/2009 The 13th annual Christmas in South Charleston is set for Dec. 12. The South Charleston Community Club has put together a packed day and evening of activities, as well as a huge raffle.
	Southeastern Winter Sports Preview 12/02/2009 Stories, photos and schedules on Southeastern High School's boys basketball and girls basketball teams.
	Food drive posts record numbers 12/02/2009 On Nov. 21, volunteers distributed 6,702 food items to individuals and families in need in a four-hour period.
	4-H banquet mixes old with the new 12/02/2009 "Mixing the Old with the New 4-H" was this year's 4-H Recognition Banquet theme. Approximately 105 4-H members, advisors, parents and special guests attended.
	Photos: London's Old Fashioned Christmas 12/01/2009 A crisp, clear night brought a great crowd out for London's Old Fashioned Christmas on Nov. 30.
	West Jeff's Christmas in the Park needs donors and volunteers 11/30/2009 Hundreds of volunteer hours and thousands of donated dollars go into making Christmas in the Park a free, family-friendly holiday memory-maker. This year, organizers need the public's help more than ever.
	Community Calendar 11/24/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 11/24/2009
	Jonathan Alder Winter Sports Preview 11/24/2009 Stories, photos and schedules for Jonathan Alder High School's boys basketball, girls basketball, wrestling and bowling teams.
	London Winter Sports Preview 11/24/2009 Stories, photos and schedules for London High School's boys basketball, girls basketball and wrestling teams.
	Madison-Plains Winter Sports Preview 11/24/2009 Stories, photos and schedules for Madison-Plains High School's boys basketball, girls basketball and wrestling teams.
	West Jefferson Winter Sports Preview 11/24/2009 Stories, photos and schedules for West Jefferson High School's boys basketball, girls basketball and wrestling teams.
	Shekinah Winter Sports Preview 11/24/2009 Stories, photos and schedules for Shekinah Christian School's boys basketball and girls basketball teams.
	Old-fashioned event never goes out of style 11/24/2009 It's a time-honored tradition, and this year, the time is 5 to 9 p.m. That's the window in which Old Fashioned Christmas festivities will take place on Nov. 30.
	Sneak peek at London's Bicentennial 11/24/2009 During Old Fashioned Christmas, representatives will sell hats, visors, key chains, pencils, Christmas novelties and more, all emblazoned with the bicentennial logo.
	Drama on the rebound at Madison-Plains 11/24/2009 One way to get back on your feet is to "break a leg."
	Dec. 5: Plain City's Christmas Under the Clock 11/24/2009 On Dec. 5, the eighth annual Plain City Christmas Under the Clock will be held at Main Street (Route 161) and Chillicothe Street.
	Gran-Win-Sar Farms named Cooperator of the Year 11/24/2009 The Madison Soil and Water Conservation District named Geoff Smith of Gran-Win-Sar Farm in London as 2009 Cooperator of the Year.
	Babb and Hunter elected to SWCD board of supervisors 11/24/2009 Neil Babb and Bob Hunter won the election for supervisor at the Madison Soil and Water Conservation District annual conservation meeting and banquet at Trinity Episcopal Church, London, on Nov. 19.
	London teammates reunite as college opponents 11/24/2009 Former London Red Raider teammates, Nick Newman and Justin Wolverton, played as rivals at Wilmington College on Nov. 14.
	Military news briefs 11/24/2009 News about local military personnel
	Volunteers raise money for Deer Creek State Park shelter 11/24/2009 This summer and fall, visitors to Deer Creek State Park’s campground enjoyed a new shelter situated in the center of the campground.
	Letters to the Editor 11/24/2009 Farmer's daughter is glad Issue 2 passed. London Middle School students appreciate soldier's visit.
	Community Calendar 11/18/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 11/18/2009
	Alder's Mahon will play Div. I baseball in Indiana 11/19/2009 Jonathan Alder baseball has an Ace up its sleeve.
	School looks to sun and earth for energy efficiency 11/18/2009 With solar panels on the roof and geothermal wells underground, the new London Middle School could be so energy efficient the district won’t have to pay utility bills.
	London Middle School offers access to grades 24/7 11/18/2009 With the rollout of Progress Book, an online grade book and attendance tracker, parents of London Middle School students have access to their children’s grades, day or night.
	They're not just toying around 11/18/2009 When times are tough, the tough collect toys. 'Tis the season for donating toys and more to make the holidays brighter for families in need around Madison County.
	Community Thanksgiving service set in London 11/18/2009 The London Area Ministerial Association will hold its community Thanksgiving service at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 23 at First Presbyterian Church on Garfield Avenue.
	Students adopt Rte. 38 between Fairhaven & 40 11/18/2009 Members of London Middle School's student council donated their time Nov. 14 to clean the stretch of Route 38 from just south of Fairhaven School to Route 40.
	Calendar fills up with Christmas events around the county 11/18/2009 Heartfelt Holidays at Choctaw; Santa eats breakfast in London; 53 kinds of candy on North Main Street; free dinner in Mount Sterling; senior citizens part in West Jefferson.
	Madison-Plains salaries go up 2 percent 11/17/2009 Base pay for employees of the Madison-Plains Local School District is going up 2 percent following action taken by the school board on Nov. 12.
	Red Raider hoopsters add game to schedule - sort of 11/17/2009 London High School will host an Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) "Foundation Game" for boys' basketball on Nov. 24 against Springfield's Kenton Ridge.
	Buckeyes are Rose Bowl bound 11/17/2009 In an overtime nail biter, Ohio State took down the Iowa Hawkeyes.
	LMS stages Alice in Wonderland Jr. Nov. 18-19 11/16/2009 With over 80 students in the cast, London Middle School's production of "Alice in Wonderland Jr." is a big production.
	Tolles hosts health fair for people and pets Nov. 18 11/16/2009 The free event is open to the public and their pets.
	Madison-Plains picks May, not February, for second levy attempt 11/13/2009 Madison-Plains Local Schools will go back to voters with a bond issue request that would allow for construction of one building for all students.
	Deer Watch: What are they doing this week? 11/12/2009 Rusty and Tammy Smith arrange grapevine deer into different scenes every Wednesday or Thursday.
	City to take over Armory Youth Center operations 11/11/2009 On Dec. 1, the City of London will take over operation of the Armory from Madison Area Youth Center Inc. (MAYCI). The non-profit organization opted not to sign a lease agreement to keep the space.
	Gym lights, HVAC upgrades to save WJ schools money 11/11/2009 Saving the environment while lowering expenditures is a lofty goal, but Jefferson Local School administrators estimate the cash outlay for a $657,000 project can be recouped in energy-saving costs in less than five years.
	London preps for Christmas events 11/11/2009 The City of London is looking for sponsors for carriage and wagon rides for this year's Old Fashioned Christmas celebration, set for 5 to 9 p.m. Nov. 30 in downtown London.
	London making one round for leaf pick-up 11/11/2009 During the campaign for a 0.5 percent income tax increase, City of London leaders said leaf collection would be among the services cut if the levy failed.
	London City Schools will be on ballot in May 11/11/2009 London City Schools will be on the May 4, 2010, ballot asking for renewal of its 1 percent income tax. Even if it passes, the district will need to continue to make cuts and look for other revenue sources.
	City of London's budget and levy undecided 11/11/2009 London City Council members are at odds with each other and the city administration over what to do about another levy attempt, as well as when to make budget cuts.
	Council waives permit fees for Eagle Scout project 11/11/2009 Nathan Pritchard, a Boy Scout with Troop 102 in London, is working on his Eagle Scout project—construction of a dugout at the St. John's Lutheran Church ball field on Keny Boulevard.
	West Jeff's football season comes to end 11/11/2009 After a loss against West Liberty Salem in the playoffs, West Jefferson ends its season with a record of 9-2.
	Remember When: London on ice in 1912 11/11/2009 London's ice plant was constructed in 1912 on School Street behind the grain elevators on South Walnut Street.
	Community Calendar 11/11/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 11/11/2009
	CIC unveils results of economic development analysis 11/09/2009 In a difficult economic climate, pooling resources through a public/private partnership is benefiting the Madison County business community.
	Little guys play on big guys' field 11/08/2009 Mount Sterling youngsters get rare chance to play under the lights on the Madison-Plains High School football field.
	London sewer rates could rise 18 percent in three years 11/06/2009 London’s Board of Public Utilities is recommending a 6 percent increase in sewer rates in 2010, 2011 and 2012. Coupled with the 5 percent increase city council approved earlier this year, that would mean a 23 percent rate hike in a period of less than fou
	Doing right by your community 11/05/2009 It was a beautiful spring day. Seniors from West Jefferson High School had just replaced a broken slide at Garrette Park when a mother and her two children walked up.
	Unofficial election results: Madison County 11/04/2009 The following are unofficial results of the Nov. 3, 2009, election as released by the Madison County Board of Elections.
	Library wins; income taxes, bond issue fail 11/04/2009 The Nov. 3 election ballot contained four requests for new taxes. Voters favored only one.
	Intelligrated staying put; jobs retained and created 11/04/2009 Intelligrated Inc., an Ohio-based manufacturing company with a plant in London, has opted not to move its operations to Kentucky. The result will be the creation of 267 jobs and the retention of 537 in London, Mason and West Chester, Ohio.
	West Jeff's winning Halloween costumes 11/04/2009
	West Jeff wins fourth straight conference title 11/04/2009 West Jefferson's seniors hold up four fingers each for the number of Mid-State League titles they have won during their high school careers.
	Donations needed for Thanksgiving outreach 11/04/2009 H.E.L.P. House is making plans to provide food to more than 600 individuals for Thanksgiving.
	Community Calendar 11/04/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Remember When: Cloverleaf at intersect of 40 & 42 11/04/2009 The cloverleaf at the intersection of State Route 42 and U.S. Route 40 was one of the first cloverleaf systems in central Ohio.
	Obituaries 11/04/2009
	Jonathan Alder stages "Sarah, Plain and Tall" 11/03/2009 When it comes to over-the-top comedic roles, Chelsea Robinson has been there, done that. This time around, she's exploring new territory.
	West Jeff plans for traffic 20 years down the road 11/03/2009 What will West Jefferson look like 20 years from now? What will traffic be like?
	It's never too early to learn about work 11/03/2009 Christina Granger likes to cook for her parents. She's only 10, so while fancy four-course dinners are outside her repertoire, she does know how to make a mean macaroni and cheese.
	Emergency training down on the farm 11/03/2009 As a youngster growing up on a farm, Mark Foster saw a man lose his fingers in a hay baler. As an adult fire fighter, he once responded to a grain bin entrapment in which a farmer's arm was caught in an auger.
	Pooling resources to keep county safe 11/03/2009 Fire departments and EMS crews from all parts of the county often answer emergency calls together. It only makes sense that they train together, too, right?
	Take time to honor veterans 11/03/2009 Organizations in the Madison County area will hold the following Veterans Day events to honor those who have served their country and those are currently serving.
	Remember When: 1967 airport dedication 10/28/2009 This picture shows some of the first planes that landed at the Madison County Airport, which was dedicated in 1967.
	Sedalia's streets could be repaved by next autumn 10/28/2009 Come next fall, potholes could be a thing of the past in Sedalia.
	Governor at Battelle: Preparing 21st century workers 10/28/2009 Gov. Ted Strickland, Marty Toomajian, and Jeff Cafemeyer listen as Chuck Pollock, a principal research scientist at Battelle in West Jefferson, explains how protective armor is used and tested at Battelle for the military and private business.
	School's courses up for national accreditation 10/28/2009 For the last three years, Southeastern High School students taking Project Lead The Way courses have earned college credit. That set-up has been provisional. This week, Southeastern will find out if it’s a permanent perk.
	LHS play message: You Can't Take It With You 10/28/2009 Scott Blanton picked "You Can’t Take It With You" as London High School’s fall play for a couple of reasons.
	Police await news on grant applications 10/28/2009 The London Police Department is awaiting word on several grant applications. If the money comes through, equipment upgrades will be possible.
	County finalizes road salt contracts 10/28/2009 With a contract that came through on Oct. 26, the Madison County Engineer's Office now has access to 4,400 tons of road salt for the upcoming winter season.
	Letters to the Editor 10/28/2009 Residents put in their two cents about the Madison-Plains bond issue and the London City Schools income tax issue.
	Soil & Water banquet planned 10/28/2009 The Madison Soil and Water Conservation District will hold an election for the district board of supervisors in conjunction with the district’s 62nd annual meeting on Nov. 19.
	Loving Care's auction to feature one-of-kind finds 10/28/2009 Loving Care will hold its fall dinner and auction at 6 p.m. Nov. 6 at Der Dutchman Restaurant in Plain City.
	Seriously fun: Halloween at Fairhaven 10/28/2009 Fairhaven School’s Ryeann Gray takes a serious pose during the school’s recent record-setting Family Fun Night.
	Custom window part of chapel renovations 10/28/2009 Renovations have begun for Madison County Hospital’s interfaith chapel. They include installation of a new stained glass window, custom made by Grace Feyh.
	LHS sends two teams to regional meet 10/28/2009 Based on their performance at the Central District cross country championships at Watkins Memorial on Oct. 24, both of London High School's teams (boys and girls) qualified for the regionals.
	With Stanley's help, WJ band keeps on trucking 10/28/2009 Thanks to a donation from Stanley Electric of London, the West Jefferson High School marching band purchased a 24-foot trailer this season to replace its outdated, smaller trailer.
	All about student leadership 10/28/2009 Southeastern High School students were among the 300 delegates who attended the annual Ohio FCCLA Fall Leadership Camp, Oct. 12-13 at Ohio’s Heartland Retreat Center in Marengo.
	So. Charleston: Volunteers needed for Christmas in the village 10/28/2009 While Christmas in South Charleston is still six weeks away, organizers are already looking for volunteers and selling raffle tickets.
	What's happening in South Charleston 10/28/2009 Methodist Church to honor veterans. FFA students sell fruit. Dance practice set for New Year's Eve Ball.
	Madison-Plains hoopsters help library 10/28/2009 Members of the Madison-Plains girls' basketball team volunteered their time on Oct. 10 to shelve items, clean, rearrange and perform other chores At Mount Sterling Public Library.
	Community Calendar 10/28/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 10/28/2009
	Community Calendar 10/22/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Due to flu, hospital changes visit policy 10/22/2009 Due to the flu epidemic, Madison County Hospital has instituted a new visitation policy that will be in effect until the end of flu season.
	Levy campaign in full swing at Madison-Plains 10/22/2009 Coming into the home stretch, the Madison-Plains bond levy campaign is in full swing, said Superintendent Bernie Hall at the Oct. 20 Madison-Plains Local Schools board of education meeting.
	Mount Sterling Socialites: A place to laugh and play 10/22/2009 The folks who gather at the Mount Sterling Community Center every Monday afternoon to play bridge, dominos and euchre are an entertainingly ornery bunch. Just ask them.
	Dial 311 day or night for West Jeff info 10/22/2009 Need a phone number for a West Jefferson village office? Call 311.
	Powder puff stuff is tough 10/22/2009 West Jefferson High School’s annual Powder Puff football game, held Oct. 19, ended in a 12-12 tie between the senior and junior girls.
	Rail upgrades possible in London 10/22/2009 London City Council and the Ohio Rail Development Commission (ORDC) are working on a deal that could yield improvements to several of the city’s rail crossings.
	County mental health levy is up for renewal 10/22/2009 The Mental Health and Recovery Board of Madison County is asking voters to renew a 0.5-mill, seven-year levy for mental health and recovery programs and facilities.
	New materials suggested for school's exterior 10/22/2009 Next month, the London City Schools Board of Education is expected to approve final plans for the layout and materials for construction of the new middle school.
	West Jefferson council endorses State Issue 2 10/22/2009 West Jefferson Village Council took an unusual step at its Oct. 19 meeting by endorsing a ballot issue.
	Plain City News 10/22/2009 Lions donate to fire department, churches start food drive, and resident wins volunteer award
	West Jeff netters rake in MSL awards 10/22/2009 West Jefferson High School's girls' volleyball Team cleaned house when it came to awards for the Mid-State League (MSL) Cardinal Division for the 2009 season.
	London cross country runners snag dual conference titles 10/22/2009 On Oct. 14, London High School ran away with both the boys' and girls' South Central Ohio League cross country championship titles.
	West Jeff beats Harvest Prep 10/22/2009 Victory takes Rough Riders to 7-1 record.
	Remember When: Dr. Wilson and his Roadster 10/22/2009 Dr. Morrow Wilson, shown here at the wheel of a 1926 Model T Roadster, was one of Madison County's physicians.
	Obituaries 10/22/2009
	Hand-painted chair auction ends Oct. 24 10/01/2009 Are you sitting down? Good, because it's time for the Friends of London Public Library's chair auction.
	Community Calendar 10/14/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Bidding to start early 2010 for Alder school construction 10/14/2009 Plans for the construction of a new Plain City Elementary and renovation of Canaan Middle School should be ready for bids by mid-winter.
	West Jeff library on fall ballot 10/14/2009 Looking to the public for a financial lifeline, Hurt-Battelle Public Library is hoping voters approve a 1.5-mill levy on the November ballot and help stem a tide of cuts made over the last two years.
	County breast cancer study: results are in 10/14/2009 According to the results of a recent epidemiology study conducted by Wright State University for Madison County, it appears the high mortality rate is due to a lack of screening and early detection.
	Range Twp. and Midway ballot issues 10/14/2009 Residents of the Village of Midway, which is part of Range Township, will vote on four renewal levies on Nov. 3. Range Township residents will vote on all but the village's operating levy.
	West Jeff volleyball set for sectionals 10/14/2009 The Riders are seeded third in Division III and will play Johnstown in sectional tournament play at 6 p.m. Oct. 22 at Licking Heights.
	Music Revue tickets on sale Oct. 20 10/14/2009 The Madison County Arts Council will present its fall fund-raiser, "The Remember When Diner," on Nov. 13-14 at The Brennan Loft, 158 S. Main St., London.
	West Jeff Schools: Working together to help students 10/14/2009 A "walk-about" is a meandering stroll for many, but at West Jefferson Middle School, Principal Debbie Omen sees it is an opportunity to visit classrooms on a daily basis and observe student progress firsthand.
	Letters to the Editor: Madison-Plains school levy 10/14/2009
	Letter: Art gallery needs financial help 10/14/2009 Gallery On High has encountered a $3,000 stumbling block in our expansion effort at 7 E. High St. in London.
	West Jeff beats Millersport 10/14/2009 West Jefferson hosted Millersport and beat them 48-0 on Oct. 9.
	West Jeff Homecoming 10/14/2009 West Jefferson High School named their 2009 homecoming queen prior to the Oct. 10 football game against Millersport.
	Remember When: Last Chance gasoline station 10/14/2009 The building at Midway and West Center streets in London was a gas station and grocery store.
	Obituaries 10/14/2009
	Trick or Treat times in Madison County 10/12/2009
	Obituaries 10/08/2009
	Community Calendar 10/08/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Madison County seeks 9-1-1 levy renewal 10/09/2009 Madison County is on the Nov. 3 ballot for renewal of a 0.8-mill, five-year tax levy for maintaining and operating the 9-1-1 system.
	Veterans among Service Above Self honorees 10/09/2009 Three years ago, the London Rotary Club established a new award to recognize members of the community who go above and beyond in helping others.
	Flu clinic to double as training for health dept. 10/08/2009 On Oct. 16, the Madison County/London City Health District will hold a flu shot clinic that will double as a training exercise for large-scale vaccinations and antibiotics dispensation.
	Prospect of less parking makes some unhappy 10/08/2009 Some property owners along Main Street in downtown West Jefferson don't like revitalization plans that call for a reduction in on-street parking.
	Madison County Marching Band Festival 10/08/2009 The Madison County Arts Council sponsors an annual marching band festival, featuring bands from Jonathan Alder, London, Madison-Plains and West Jefferson high schools. This year, the event took place at West Jefferson on Oct. 5.
	Rotary award goes to Powers 10/08/2009 This year's London Rotary Four Way Test Award went to Robert R. "Bob" Powers, whose lifelong athleticism is matched by his lifetime of service to others.
	Sedalia hog-buying station manager retires 10/08/2009 Tyson Meats has yet to decide the fate of its hog-buying station.
	West Jeff Rough Riders go to 5-1 10/08/2009 West Jefferson's football team improves to 5-1 with a 21-6 victory over MSL opponent Fisher Catholic on Oct. 2 at Lancaster.
	Guest Column: Senate approves bill to promote bio-products in Oh 10/08/2009 For more than 200 years, Ohio’s agriculture industry has helped to feed millions of families, shaped our state's landscape and had a tremendous impact on the growth and success of our economy and local communities.
	Remember When: Hunt House 10/08/2009 This house, which stood at North Main Street in London, is now part of the Masonic Temple.
	Church's homecoming will celebrate 50th year 10/06/2009 West Jefferson's Community Free Will Baptist Church invites the public to celebrate on Oct. 11.
	Derailment blocks bike path in So. Charleston 10/01/2009 Three cars of an Indiana & Ohio train derailed early in the morning on Sept. 26 on the east side of South Charleston near Landmark's hub fertilizer plant.
	LeBeau inducted into Varsity O Hall of Fame 10/01/2009 On Sept. 25, London native and Pittsburgh Steelers defensive coordinator Dick LeBeau was one of 12 former Ohio State University athletes inducted into the Varsity O Alumni Association's Hall of Fame.
	South Charleston: Gingergbread Festival 10/01/2009 The South Charleston Heritage Commission's Gingerbread Festival was held Sept. 27.
	Create with fences in mind for traveling Smithsonian exhibit 10/01/2009 Members of the Madison County Historical Society have thrown down a challenge - actually, three challenges. They want the public to define boundaries via photography or painting, personal stories, or by decorating a fence picket.
	Bike or walk to help homeless moms 10/01/2009 Madison County Visions of Hope will hold a bike-a-thon and walk-a-thon on Oct. 17. The theme is "Families Helping Families Achieve Independence."
	Kiwanis Club won't sell trees for Christmas 10/01/2009 The London Kiwanis Club will not sell Christmas trees this year, bringing a 40-year tradition to an end.
	South Charleston candidates: Florence, Getz, Sprague run for tow 10/01/2009 Three candidates are running for two seats on the Madison Township Board of Trustees in Clark County.
	South Charleston: School, township levies on ballot 10/01/2009 South Charleston voters will decide the fate of two local tax levy requests in the Nov. 3 election. Both are renewals of levies already on the books.
	South Charleston news briefs 10/01/2009 Homecoming, breast cancer awareness and community choir practices.
	Madison-Plains Eagles' homecoming court 10/01/2009 Madison-Plains High School crowned Sara Oravec as the 2009 homecoming queen.
	Mount Sterling Good Ole Days 10/01/2009 Mount Sterling Good Ole Days puts on a great parade.
	OSU skunks Illinois 10/01/2009 Ohio State defeated Illinois 30-0 on Sept. 26. In a rain soaked game, the Buckeyes played mostly ball control, rushing for 236 yards and passing for 82 yards. The defense held Illinois to 82 yards rushing and 88 yards passing.
	Soil & Water election set 10/01/2009 Any resident 18 years of age or older who resides in Madison County can seek election to the Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) board of supervisors.
	Remember When: Gas Light Co. 10/01/2009 This house on Vernon Avenue off of South Main Street in London once was home to equipment used to manufacture gas for lighting streetlights and homes. The business was organized in 1875 as The London Gas Light Co. R.G. Jordan from Wheeling, W.Va., was
	Community Calendar 10/01/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 10/01/2009
	Training emphasizes value of mutual aid 09/25/2009 "I knew there was going to be an exercise. I knew it was going to involve an explosion of some kind. And I knew there was going to be mass casualties. As for exactly what was going to happen beyond that, I was in the dark," said Paul "Buck" VanHorn, assis
	Closer look shows student improvement 09/25/2009 In 2007-08, London City Schools met 15 of 30 indicators on the State Report Card and earned a designation of “Continuous Improvement.” The recently released results for 2008-09 show a similar result: 14 of 30 indicators met and the same designation.
	ODOT seeks support for passenger rail plan 09/25/2009 London City Council is waiting to weigh in on support of a passenger rail service plan in Ohio.
	LCS five year forecast shows big deficit in 2013 09/25/2009 London City Schools likely will go to the ballot in May 2010 to ask voters to keep the district’s 1 percent income tax on the books for another five years.
	Quarter midget racers want to build track in London 09/25/2009 The Madison County Senior Fair Board aims to lease land at the fairgrounds for a race track for quarter midget cars.
	Madison Plains bond issue meetings set 09/25/2009 The campaign committee for the 7.17 mill bond issue in the Madison Plains School District will begin hosting community wide public meetings Sept. 28 at 6 p.m. at the Middle School library.
	Traffic at West Jeff RR overpass 09/25/2009 Traffic safety issues in the vicinity of the railroad overpass in West Jefferson surfaced at the village council meeting on Sept. 21.
	Alder mulls how to pick speakers for graduation 09/16/2009 The valedictorian selection process came before the Jonathan Alder Board of Education and, after a brief discussion among board members, was sent back to the drawing board.
	Jefferson Local adds more AP and honors courses 09/16/2009 Interest in Advanced Placement (AP) courses for juniors and seniors at West Jefferson High School is on the rise and administrators have responded by adding a third class to the advanced roster.
	Shekinah Festival: A good time in Plain City 09/16/2009 Billed as the "Biggest Little Festival," the Shekinah Festival and Auction took place Sept. 12 in Plain City.
	Farm Science Review: Let Review be your 2009 'bale' out 09/16/2009 Farm Science Review, Ohio State University's premiere annual farm show, has been described as a potpourri of the latest and greatest in the agriculture industry.
	Farm Science Review: Local responders will conduct rescue demos 09/16/2009 Grain storage and handling can be fatal if the proper safety precautions are not followed.
	Farm Science Review: Ohio joins AgrAbility program 09/16/2009 Ohio State University Extension has received a four-year, $720,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to assist farmers with disabilities through the national AgrAbility program.
	Farm Science Review: Learn how to manage invasive woodland speci 09/16/2009 Once an invasive vegetative species takes hold in woodland areas, eradicating it is next to impossible.
	Juvenile diabetes fund-raiser 09/16/2009 The Crash Bash will take place from 5 to 10 p.m. Sept. 26 at the American Legion Hall, 9701 W. Broad St. in West Jefferson.
	Football: West Jefferson vs. Bishop Ready 09/16/2009 The Rough Riders fall to Bishop Ready in a close game, 24-21, on Sept. 11.
	Soccer: Shoot for the Cure in West Jefferson 09/16/2009 West Jefferson hosted Hamilton Township on Sept. 14. The game, "Shoot for the Cure," helped to raise awareness for breast cancer.
	College Football: OSU vs. USC 09/16/2009 Trojans beat Buckeyes in nail-biter on Sept. 12.
	Letter: P&Z in West Jefferson 09/16/2009
	Remember When: An inspiration to local history buffs 09/16/2009 This tribute is to an individual who got me started in my quest for the facts surrounding the history of Madison County.
	Community Calendar 09/16/2009
	Obituaries 09/16/2009
	Road closes for bomb training 09/10/2009 On the morning of Sept. 17, Plain City-Georgesville Road will be closed between High Free Pike near I-70 and Route 40. The purpose is an emergency training exercise involving an improvised explosive device (a bomb).
	Snyder removed from West Jefferson's P&Z 09/10/2009 On Sept. 8, at the request of Mayor Scott Hockenbery, West Jefferson Council voted to remove Richard "Rick" Snyder as chairman of the Planning & Zoning Commission.
	Awesome fun at Ox Roast 09/10/2009 West Jefferson's Labor Day weekend festival keeps the crowds happy.
	MAYCI reopens after-school drop-in program 09/10/2009 Though funding is tight, the Madison Area Youth Center (MAYCI) has reopened its after-school drop-in program.
	Convenience the prime benefit of absentee voting 09/10/2009 In last November's election, 26 percent of the votes cast in Madison County were done by absentee ballot.
	Complaint lodged about festival ride 09/10/2009 West Jefferson residents Jim and Leanne Gourley complained to council about the placement of a ride during the July 4th Streetfest.
	Issues of all kinds will be on November ballot 09/10/2009 Nineteen issues were filed with the Madison County Board of Elections for the Nov. 3 general election.
	Farm Science Review a great field trip option 09/10/2009 Teachers looking to educate their students on the importance of agriculture to Ohio's economy have the opportunity to take a field trip to Ohio State University’s Farm Science Review.
	Soccer match raises money for cancer research 09/10/2009 On Sept. 14, the West Jefferson High School girls soccer team will host the second annual Shoot for the Cure benefit game.
	West Jefferson vs. Madison-Plains football 09/10/2009 West Jefferson takes the win over the Eagles in front of a standing room
	Bucks rise above 09/10/2009 Ohio State University comes away with the win over Navy.
	Letter: Electrocution of birds needs to be prevented 09/10/2009 It's an awesome and eyecatching sight to watch the magnificent red-tailed hawk with its expansive wingspan soar and wheel through the sky on a bright, clear day.
	Letter: Prostate cancer support group can help 09/10/2009 I'm writing this letter to the men of Madison County.
	Remember When: Market's other home 09/10/2009 The Green & Traphagan Meat Market was once located at 9 E. High St. in London, where the art gallery is now.
	Community Calendar 09/10/2009
	Obituaries 09/10/2009
	School district misses levy filing deadline 09/02/2009 London City Schools' 1 percent income tax renewal will not be on the Nov. 3 election ballot as originally planned. The paperwork was not filed on time.
	Riding for the right reasons 09/02/2009 While the chance to ride with Lance Armstrong was a compelling reason to participate in Pelotonia, at least two Madison Countians who rode were equally as impressed by the ordinary people cheering them on and cycling beside them.
	London Public Library cuts hours 09/02/2009 Due to the recent 11 percent cut to the Public Library Fund and a statewide recession that is reducing state funding to Ohio's public libraries, the London Public Library is cutting back on the hours it is open to the public.
	17 candidate petitions invalid 09/03/2009 Seventeen of the 90 individuals who filed petitions to run for elected office in Madison County will not appear on the Nov. 3 ballot.
	Madison-Plains Schools picks 28-year levy term 09/03/2009 Voters in the Madison-Plains Local School District will see a bond issue on the Nov. 3 ballot, which, if passed, would provide $25 million to construct a new building that would house all of the district’s students.
	Shekinah Fest hits 30th anniversary 09/03/2009 The 30th annual Shekinah Festival and Auction will take place Sept. 11-12 at Shekinah Christian School in Plain City.
	County auditor trims office hours 09/03/2009 Madison County Auditor Jim Williamson has announced the adoption of a Mandatory Cost Savings Program that will close the Auditor’s Office one day per month for the remainder of 2009.
	Southeastern Fall Sports 09/03/2009 Southeastern High School fall sports team photos and schedules
	West Jefferson vs. Mechanicsburg 09/03/2009 West Jefferson’s 28-14 win over Mechanicsburg Aug. 28
	Five generations 09/03/2009
	Letter to the Editor: The future is now for Madison-Plains Schoo 09/03/2009 The voters in the Madison-Plains Local School District will have a chance to change the future.
	Remember When: Golden Lamb Inn 09/03/2009
	Obituaries 09/03/2009
	West Jefferson Ox Roast schedule of events 09/01/2009 This year's Ox Roast will take place Sept. 5-7.
	Millers named Ox Roast parade grand marshals 09/01/2009 Honor goes to longtime festival supporters.
	Ox Roast: 25 festivals later, reign ends 09/01/2009 Coren Braithwaite will relinquish her reign as Ox Roast queen this weekend. She shares her memories of the past year.
	Candidates ready to run 08/26/2009 Aug. 20 was the filing date for individuals interested in running for public office in Madison County.
	Live ox horns in on fun at WJ festival 08/26/2009 After 59 years, you'd think you'd run out of new ideas, but organizers of the West Jefferson Ox Roast keep coming up with fresh ways to keep the annual Labor Day festival exciting.
	Lilly Chapel Homecoming 08/26/2009 Photos from the event......
	High School Marchng Bands 08/26/2009 Getting a look at the local bands.......
	Disabled Ministries celebrates first year of service 08/26/2009 At 10:29 a.m. on Sunday, ushers at St. John's Lutheran Church in London were setting up extra chairs to accommodate the crowd that had gathered to celebrate the first anniversary of the Disabled Ministries
	Remember When: Apostolic church 08/26/2009
	The Plains celebrate 40th reunion 08/26/2009
	London Council picks half-and-half tax levy 08/20/2009 London City Council is going to the Nov. 3 election ballot with a request for a 0.5 percent income tax, the same amount they asked for but did not get in the May election.
	Track improvements off to running start at MP 08/20/2009 Work will begin soon on a new surface for Madison-Plains Local Schools' six-lane running track.
	Green thumbs lend a hand 08/20/2009 Avid gardeners and elected stewards have spent the last three years undoing the ravages of time, hurricane winds and pests at Paint Memorial Cemetery on Old Xenia Road outside of London.
	West Jeff saves money on insurance 08/20/2009 West Jefferson Village Council has come up with what they deem a "win-win" insurance plan for the village's 24 full-time employees.
	Board gives drug-use violations another look 08/20/2009 When school reconvenes this week, London High School will not have a new student athlete code of conduct. At its Aug. 17 meeting, the London City Board of Education opted to put off a vote that would change the consequences for students who violate the co
	County Classic goes pink and raises $22,000 08/20/2009 This year's Madison County Hospital Foundation County Classic golf outing was special-not only because it marked the 20th anniversary of the event, but also because approximately $22,000 was raised to expand breast cancer services in the county.
	Scholarship raffle full of goodies 08/20/2009 The Madison County Republican Women's Club holds a raffle each year to raise funds for college scholarship awards which are given to graduating seniors in Madison County who support the principles of the Republican Party.
	Obituaries 08/20/2009
	Community calendar 08/20/2009
	Mt. Sterling Legion donates 08/20/2009
	West Jeff library bumps up tax millage request 08/12/2009 Faced with an unprecedented financial crisis, Hurt-Battelle Memorial Library (HBML) is asking voters to approval a 1.5-mill tax levy to shore up a state-funded budget cut of nearly 30 percent in one year.
	Sheriff tapped as Lilly Chapel grand marshal 08/12/2009 For many years, Sheriff Jim Sabin’s job at the Lilly Chapel Homecoming was to direct traffic at the burg's four-way stop sign. This year, he'll be part of the traffic.
	Powwow Pictures: Honoring Turtle Island 08/12/2009 The fourth annual Honoring Turtle Island Intertribal Powwow was held Aug. 8-9 at Midway Community Park in Sedalia.
	Blighted property: What can be done? 08/12/2009 Jane Beathard, a resident of East Fifth Street in London, addressed London City Council on Aug. 10 about the city's authority to clean up blighted properties.
	Junior Fair livestock sale average holds steady 08/12/2009 Going into this year's Madison County Junior Fair livestock sale, organizers weren't sure how things were going to go.
	Cruise-in benefits ALS Association 08/12/2009 Jim Blakeslee, who suffered from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease, died in 2005. Since then, his family has raised over $20,000 for the ALS Association.
	JA on pace to break ground for new school in spring 08/12/2009 The Jonathan Alder School District has taken another step toward the construction of the new Plain City Elementary School.
	Aug. 28: Application deadline for queens contest 08/12/2009 Applications are required for the West Jefferson Ox Roast sweetheart and queens pageant contests. There are several ways to get applications.
	Patron survey informs library Web site redesign 08/12/2009 The rule of thumb is every 2.6 months equals a Web year on the Internet.
	Photo: London BMX 08/12/2009 Carter Copley, 5, and Bryce Tate, 5, recently raced in the 5-and-under Thunder class at London’s BMX track.
	Letter: Having a place to pray makes all the difference 08/12/2009 When I worked at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base (WPAFB), there was a desire to have a prayer group in our building.
	Letter: Relay For Life total is $90,898 08/12/2009 It is my pleasure to inform the community that our final fundraising total for the 2009 Madison County Relay for Life is $90,898.59.
	Personal Column: Go with the flow 08/12/2009 There’s a little stream I’m fond of that winds through a rolling meadow in Chestnut Ridge Metro Park.
	Remember When: Roberts Mill 08/12/2009 Charles Roberts (1805-1853) taught school in Madison County and surrounding counties for 18 years before moving to Union Township in 1839.
	Community Calendar 08/12/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 08/12/2009
	City seeks public input to shape levy request 08/05/2009 In the next week, London city officials will decide what form their tax levy request will take. They want the public's input.
	Find out who's filed so far for November races 08/05/2009 Individuals interested in running for public office in the Nov. 3 election have until 4 p.m. Aug. 20 to file petitions for candidacy with the Madison County Board of Elections (BOE).
	Make-n-take shakers 08/05/2009 Using everyday household items, youngsters made musical instruments at London Public Library on Aug. 3.
	Incubators nurture small business 08/05/2009 "Over 60 entrepreneurs come through our Small Business Resource Center each year. Most can't afford the overhead (of a storefront) on their own."
	LHS's athletic code, drug-testing may get tougher 08/05/2009 When London High School student-athletes return to school this month, they could face a tougher athletic code of conduct and an amended drug-testing policy.
	No West Jeff beer gardens anytime soon 08/05/2009 Beer gardens and sidewalk cafés won’t pop up anytime soon in downtown West Jefferson.
	Ox Roast photo contest set 08/05/2009 Peters Photography is sponsoring a photography contest at West Jefferson's Ox Roast.
	Treatment plant, Smith’s farm on land-water tour 08/05/2009 Humans require 72,000 gallons of water per year in their diet. It takes 25 gallons to produce a pound of wheat and 2,500 gallons to produce a pound of steak.
	Red Cross in dire need of Type O-negative 08/05/2009 The American Red Cross is in urgent need of type O-negative blood donors. Locally, the supply of that type has dropped to zero.
	Back To School: Donate school supplies and clothes 08/05/2009 HELP House in London and West Jefferson United Methodist Church are conducting school supply and clothing collections and giveaways.
	Back to School: Mark calendars as schools get back into gear 08/05/2009
	Photos Around Town 08/05/2009
	Remember When: Meat Market 08/05/2009 This is a picture of the interior of the Green & Traphagan Meat Market that once operated at 116 S. Main St. in London.
	Obituaries 08/05/2009
	142-year-old school comes down 07/30/2009 On July 23, Tony Smith Wrecking Co. of Springfield tore down the old London Elementary School on the Walnut Street campus.
	Bricks and more salvaged from demo 07/30/2009 Parts of the old London Elementary—or Central Building as some called it—will live on.
	South Charleston: Hometown man takes village helm 07/30/2009 On July 21, the South Charleston Village Commission made it official. Josh Rice is South Charles-ton’s new full-time administrator.
	South Charleston: Status report on election filings 07/30/2009 The filing deadline for the Nov. 3 election is less than three weeks away. Several seats are up for election for a variety of boards and commissions in the South Charleston area.
	South Charleston: Village pitches in on pool's water cost 07/30/2009 South Charleston's village commissioners have increased their support of the local swimming pool.
	Bison will once again roam county's prairies 07/30/2009 If prairie expert Jack McDowell gets his way, bison will once again roam the meadows of Madison County.
	Tolles students create MATCO video 07/30/2009 A brochure is one way to promote an organization, but it’s a typical way. MATCO Services decided to think outside the box.
	South Charleston Calendar of Events 07/30/2009 Find out what's happening in and around South Charleston.
	Remember When: Wanda's Cafe, etc. 07/30/2009 This is South Main Street in London as it looked in the 1960s.
	Community Calendar 07/30/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 07/30/2009
	London City Schools seeks renewal of income tax 07/22/2009 The London Board of Education voted July 20 to place a five-year renewal of its 1 percent income tax on the November general election ballot.
	West Jeff mulls beer garden and sidewalk cafe legislation 07/22/2009 Work is being done on legislation concerning beer gardens, sidewalk cafes and mobile vendors in the Village of West Jefferson.
	Madison County Fair: Rodeo 07/22/2009 Locals try their hands at bull riding, shoot dogging and more at Triple H Rodeo at the fair.
	Madison County Fair: Animal exhibitors 07/22/2009 Grand showman of showmen; swine show; Guys & Gals Lead; and rabbit show. (Photos by Jeff Pfeil, Mike Munden and Kristy Zurbrick)
	Madison County Fair: The unique and unusual 07/22/2009 Cake decorating, flower designing, tours of the grounds, and more
	Bow tie and all, OSU's Gee tours county fair 07/22/2009 On July 16, Ohio State University royalty visited the Madison County Fair.
	A little 'Big Red' goes to fire station 07/22/2009 Bill Duncan's workshop is bulging at the seams. It's full of tractor-trailers, bulldozers, earthmovers and cars, all in miniature form, all in wood, and all handmade.
	Explorers get taste of real-life law enforcement 07/22/2009 They reunited a missing child with his mother. They tracked down people who didn’t pay admission. They helped with traffic control in the back lot.
	Timmonses talk rock-n-roll in Mt. Sterling 07/22/2009 At 2 p.m. Aug. 2, Dave and John Timmons will give their fourth annual talk about 1960s and '70s rock-n-roll.
	Community Calendar 07/22/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Remember When: Midway Cheerleaders 07/22/2009
	Obituaries 07/22/2009
	Jonathan Alder softball coach will be back for another year 07/16/2009 Jonathan Alder High School softball coach, Tony Caldwell, was criticized a month ago by parents and former players. He has since won praise from other coaches and parents and earned the support of the school board.
	Madison-Plains track: Six lanes or eight lanes? 07/16/2009 The poor condition of Madison-Plains' running track prevents its use for meets and meaningful practice. School officials are ready to do something about that.
	16-year-olds eligible to give blood 07/16/2009 More Ohioans are now eligible to give the gift of life—blood.
	$15,000 goes to Madison-Plains football program 07/16/2009 Thanks to native Ohioan Mike Furrey, a wide receiver for the Cleveland Browns, the Madison-Plains football program has received an infusion of $15,000 over the past few months.
	Alder expands tennis, track and football programs 07/16/2009 Jonathan Alder Schools' athletic programs and staff are expanding.
	What are Madison-Plains grads doing now? 07/16/2009 Madison-Plains Local Schools keeps track of graduates for three years after their time as Golden Eagles. Board member Don Swonger wanted more data from a longer period of time.
	Wrong material means tennis courts need re-do 07/16/2009 Despite a new coating applied last year, Jefferson Local Schools’ decade-old tennis courts could need more than a facelift in a few years due to an unstable subsurface.
	Surgery of London opens on High Street 07/16/2009 Dr. Donald Hura, an accomplished general surgeon, has spent his career in a fast-paced, large-hospital environment.
	Community Calendar 07/16/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 07/16/2009
	Madison County Fair: Animals and kids 07/16/2009 All sorts of animal species and all sorts of youngsters make the fair fun. (Photos by Mike Munden, Jeff Pfeil and Kristy Zurbrick)
	Madison County Fair: This, that and the other 07/16/2009 From bumper cars to the demolition derby and from balloon artists to photo exhibits, the fair has something for everyone. (Photos by Mike Munden, Jeff Pfeil and Kristy Zurbrick)
	Madison County Fair: Musical Talent on Display 07/16/2009 Between the gospel fest and the Jr. Fair Talent Show, the fair served as a showcase for local musical prowess.
	Column: Children pay high price when economy tanks 07/14/2009 Difficult economic times can teach children worthwhile lessons like less is more and embrace simple pleasures. It can also bring to life a very dark side of human nature … an increase in child abuse.
	London income tax going back on ballot 07/10/2009 The City of London is going back to the ballot for another attempt at a 0.5 percent income tax increase.
	Madison-Plains school board keeps request under 8 mills 07/10/2009 The Madison-Plains school board wants to provide students with a new K-12 school building at a no-frills millage rate for voters. They agreed on a plan to do that at a work session on June 30.
	Audience in for wild time with Pippin 07/10/2009 "It’'s medieval times meets hippies," said Jeff Gates, artistic director of the Madison County Arts Council's production, set for July 17-19 at London High School.
	Families take to stage for summer musical 07/10/2009 Of the 53 people in the Madison County Arts Council’s "Pippin" cast, 34 are related to at least one other person involved in the production.
	Scaggs accepts appointment to London Council 07/10/2009 On July 7, the Madison County Republican Central Committee appointed Steven Scaggs to fill London City Council’s Ward 3 seat, left vacant following the death of Mary C. Sanders.
	West Jeff trash rates go up; skate park may come down 07/10/2009 Water, sewer and trash collection bills will be going up in West Jefferson because, on July 6, village council voted to continue its contract with Waste Management, but at a higher fee.
	New route would take cyclists down High Street 07/10/2009 The Friends of Madison County Parks & Trails seeks London Council's blessing to change the bike route through the city.
	Broken gas meter leads to extra day of festivities 07/10/2009 Rain threatened to delay West Jefferson's fireworks on July 4, but it was a broken gas meter that actually did the trick.
	Photos: Mount Sterling celebrates the Fourth 07/10/2009 The Mount Sterling Community Center hosted a wide variety of events for the July Fourth holiday, including a parade.
	Youth Center prepares for concert and classes 07/10/2009 The Madison Area Youth Center Inc. (MAYCI) is gearing up for two fundraisers, along with a variety of events and classes.
	Letter to the Editor: Free games were a hit at West Jeff July 4t 07/10/2009 However, on Friday evening we were able to hold free games for children ages 4-11 at the Streetfest in West Jefferson, thanks to our sponsors.
	Remember When: Old fair show ring still in use 07/10/2009 Taken by the late Bill Holton, this photo shows an exhibition area for livestock projects at the Madison County Fair.
	Community Calendar 07/10/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 07/10/2009
	London pays tribute to NFL Coach LeBeau 07/01/2009 Over the past 50 years, people of London and the state of Ohio, along with National Football League fans everywhere, have heard about the athletic achievements of Dick LeBeau.
	Southeastern Schools: Grades 7-8 will move to high school 07/01/2009 By the spring of 2010, Southeastern Local Schools will have a new building for a bus garage and administrative offices.
	Deadline for Grange Hall fair entries is July 8 07/01/2009 This year, new Grange & Art Hall categories mean more opportunities for the public to strut its stuff—and maybe even win awards—at the Madison County Fair.
	Mt. Sterling Library goes on the road to Midway 07/01/2009 Place an order online. Pick it up at Midway Elementary. That's the gist of Mount Sterling Public Library's newest effort to reach out to patrons who live in the service area but outside of Mount Sterling.
	Lions pitch in to paint member's home 07/01/2009 Lion Larry Long, who is paying the price for his service to his country, suffers from the effects of Agent Orange and needed his house painted.
	Tickets on sale for Arts Council's Pippin show 07/01/2009 The Stephen Schwartz musical comedy (set in medieval times with a taste of the late-1960s) will be on stage at London High School July 17-19.
	West Jefferson Alumni pay tribute to many at banquet 07/01/2009 The association held its 125th annual banquet on June 27 at West Jefferson High School/Middle School auditeria. Over 200 alumni and guests attended.
	New farm market opens in London 07/01/2009 A new farm market has sprouted in London. Proceeds from produce sales will help the fight against world hunger.
	Southeastern School District hires superintendent 07/01/2009 The wait is over. In June, the Southeastern Local school board hired David M. Shea as the district's new superintendent.
	South Charleston: May I have this dance? 07/01/2009 On June 20, the South Charleston Opera House was the setting for a Mid Summer's Eve Grand Ball, conducted in Civil War era style, from the music to the outfits.
	South Charleston: Fancy nancies take the runway 07/01/2009 Houston Library recently hosted a party, complete with a ashion show, based on the popular "Fancy Nancy" books.
	Strawberry Festival Grand Marshal: She's proud of her hometown 07/01/2009 For Gloria Penwell—this year’s London Strawberry Festival parade grand marshal—small town life beats big city living, hands down.
	Strawberry Festival baby and royalty contest winners named 07/01/2009 Check out photos of the winners of the 2009 London Strawberry Festival baby and queen contests.
	Strawberry Festival: More contest winners 07/01/2009 Awards went to the best bike decorations, strawberry-themed food, toy builders and more.
	Madison County celebrates Special Olympics 07/01/2009 Twenty-five athletes represented Madison County at the Special Olympics Summer Games, held June 26-28 at The Ohio State University.
	Column: Much can be said through the eyes 07/01/2009 What does it mean when eyes meet? When two people lock looks, even for just a second?
	Community Calendar 07/01/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 07/01/2009
	Governor's plan would slash funds for libraries 06/24/2009 On June 19, Gov. Ted Strickland proposed a $227.3 million cut in funding to public libraries in fiscal years 2010 and 2011.
	Relayers motor through 13th year 06/24/2009 “Who do you Relay for?” It was a common question around London High School’s track June 19-20 during Madison County’s 13th annual Relay For Life, a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society.
	Weekend jam-packed with patriotic festivities 06/24/2009 Whether it's a one-day celebration or a three-day event, plans to celebrate Independence Day are in place all over the Madison County area.
	Bobcat population returns to Ohio 06/24/2009 Bobcats are making their way back to the Buckeye state.
	Hospital thanks its business and civic donors 06/24/2009 The Madison County Hospital Foundation recognized nearly 80 business and civic organizations and made several special announcements at the Business Partners Breakfast on June 17 in the Harley Room at the hospital.
	Madison-Plains girls sign to play college ball 06/24/2009 Sara Dwyer and Loren Kiser, both recent graduates of Madison-Plains High School, sign intents to play softball at the college level.
	Remember When: CCC camp was housed at fairgrounds 06/24/2009 In this photo, children are cleaning the horse race track at the Madison County Fairgrounds in London. In the background is a Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) camp.
	Community Calendar 06/24/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 06/24/2009
	Madison-Plains will go on ballot in November 06/19/2009 The Madison-Plains Local School District is going on the ballot in November.
	Public can see Jonathan Alder building design plans Saturday 06/19/2009 This coming weekend, residents of the Jonathan Alder Local School District will get their first look at plans for the new Plain City Elementary building and additions and renovations to Canaan Middle School.
	London school district may change lice policy 06/19/2009 London City Schools may change its policy regarding head lice. As it stands, the district's policy follows the Madison County Health District's no-nit rule.
	2009 fair dog show already in the history books 06/19/2009 Elyzabeth Johnson, 18, talks about her 5-year-old mixed terrier, Jazzy, during "You and Your Dog" judging held June 13 at the Madison County Fair Grounds in London.
	Home & garden tour set for June 27 06/19/2009 A Friend's House, Madison County’s domestic violence program, is headed back to North Main Street for this year's home and garden tour.
	London High School's OGT test scores are going up 06/19/2009 The unofficial results of the 10th grade Ohio Graduation Test are in, and London City Schools' scores are up.
	McCoy named Inspirational Teacher 06/19/2009 Benjamin McCoy, London High School's applied arts teacher, is the 2009 recipient of the Mary F. Holton Inspirational Teacher Gift.
	Amateur Radio Club will hold field day in Plain City 06/19/2009 The Madison County Amateur Radio Club will participate in national Field Day exercises from 2 p.m. June 27 to 2 p.m. June 28.
	West Jefferson in line to get new police cruiser 06/19/2009 A 2006 Ford Crown Victoria that has logged over 145,000 miles faces more repairs than the other two cruisers in the West Jefferson Police Department. Its days are numbered.
	12 Madison-Plains teachers earn master status 06/19/2009 The state has recognized 12 Madison-Plains teachers, most of them from Madison Rural Elementary, as master teachers.
	London develops new way to evaluate teachers 06/19/2009 It's out with the old and in with the new for evaluation criteria for teacher performance at London City Schools.
	Meeting up with Tressel in Iraq 06/19/2009 Madison County Hospital's Chief Nursing Officer Patrick Baker meets Ohio State football coach Jim Tressel halfway around the world.
	Strawberry Festival: Schedule of Events 06/19/2009 The annual festival runs June 24-27 in London's downtown.
	Strawberry Festival: Become part of fun by entering a free conte 06/19/2009 Parades, window decorating, poetry and story contest, coloring contest, art show contest, talent showcase and kiddie tractor pull
	Strawberry Festival: Queen's memories will last a lifetime 06/19/2009 I will remember today when I am 80.
	London Strawberry Festival: Check out the competitions 06/19/2009 Modeling contest, shoebox float contest, strawberry food contest, cake and cookie decoration contest, toy-building contest, Miss Photogenic contest, baby and royalty contests.
	Column: Thanks to those who enjoy their work 06/19/2009 I have a washing machine that’s more than 25-years-old. I like its simplicity.
	Build a sunflower house this summer 06/19/2009 Barbara Janko of West Jefferson is encouraging county residents to grow sun-flower houses as a fun way to learn more about gardening.
	Remember When: First grade at Fairfield School in 1929 06/19/2009 This is the first grade class of Fairfield School in 1929-30.
	Community Calendar 06/19/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 06/19/2009
	Madison County hosts Beef Clinic 06/14/2009 Exhibitors from six counties - Champaign, Fayette, Green, Highland, Madison and Morrow - attended the third annual Madison County Beef Clinic, held June 13.
	Film crew gets footage for murder case story 06/10/2009 The story of how Madison County law enforcement agencies cracked the 17-year-old murder case of Jessica Lynn Keen will be the topic of an episode of "Extreme Forensics."
	Freet repeats state feat 06/10/2009 Ethan Freet, one of eight local athletes who competed at the state track meet, came away with his second straight victory in the 300 hurdles.
	Mount Sterling firemen gear up for homecoming 06/10/2009 For the second year in a row, the Tri-County Fire Fighters Association will host their annual homecoming festival at Veterans Field in Mount Sterling.
	Madison-Plains school site on board's June 16 agenda 06/10/2009 The Madison-Plains school board has to decide if it's going forward with a November ballot issue to build a new K-12 building and where that building would be located.
	Alder coach draws complaints 06/10/2009 On June 8, parents, a former coach and former players addressed the Jonathan Alder school board with complaints about Tony Caldwell, the high school’s head softball coach.
	West Jeff schools aim to go "green" 06/10/2009 Going "green" is a good thing. For Jefferson Local Schools, saving the environment and lowering expenditures could go hand-in-hand.
	Trail extension runs by Camp Chase Railroad 06/10/2009 Work has started on an 11-mile multi-purpose trail that will run alongside Camp Chase Railroad from Wilson Road in Madison County to Sullivant Avenue on Columbus' westside.
	Relay For Life: 2009 fundraiser full of family-friendly fun 06/10/2009 Every year, hundreds of people gather at the Madison County Relay For Life to show their support for those who are fighting or have fought cancer.
	Relay For Life: Participating teams and captains 06/10/2009 Nearly 40 teams are taking part in this year's Madison County Relay For Life.
	Relay For Life: Top 10 reasons to attend 06/10/2009 Reason 1: Help Us Fight Back. Much has been done to further our cause, but there is still much to do. As long as there is a single person dealing with this disease, we will continue to fight back.
	Safety Day in West Jefferson 06/10/2009
	Wild butterfly garden at LES 06/10/2009 With guidance from Mount Sterling master gardener Lynda Junk, fourth-grader Brandon Hardin digs a hole for a plant in London Elementary's new butterfly garden.
	Remember When: Coal wagons 06/10/2009 Coal wagons once lined West High Street in front of London Coal Co., where the shopping complex now stands.
	Community Calendar 06/10/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 06/10/2009
	Order set for one-day Jr. Fair livestock sale 06/03/2009 The one-day format isn’t all that’s new about the Madison County Junior Fair livestock sale.
	Residents dig Mount Sterling garden plots 06/03/2009 Kevin and Linda Lambert were city dwellers until they moved to Mount Sterling three years ago.
	WJ pool business off to better start than in 2008 06/03/2009 The summer season at West Jefferson's swimming pool has started off at a greater pace than in previous years.
	Madison-Plains parent airs compliments, concerns 06/03/2009 Once or twice a year, Tim Phillips, a father of four students in the Madison-Plains Local School District, takes a few minutes to address the school board.
	Jefferson Twp. borrows fire engine 06/03/2009 For the last six weeks, the Jefferson Township Fire Department has been responding to calls in a Norwich Township fire engine.
	Tolles kids donate to Special Olympics 06/03/2009 For years, students in Tolles Career & Technical Center’s Business Professionals of America Club have raised money for the athletes of Madison County’s Special Olympics program.
	Names in the News 06/03/2009
	Community Calendar 06/03/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 06/03/2009
	Mental Health Column: Teens, tweens and the effects of disconnec 06/03/2009 The human mind is fascinating in its ability to think, explore, discover, create and communicate.
	Letter: Chamber not involved in stats about MP schools 06/04/2009 Please accept this letter in response to a letter to the editor that was published in The Madison Messenger on May 30.
	Letter: A school in Mount Sterling is best for long-term 06/03/2009 The question of where to put a potential K-12 school building in the Madison-Plains school district is a question with no easy answer.
	Strawberry Festival contest deadlines and fees 06/03/2009 London's big summer festival is just a couple of weeks away. Contest deadlines are approaching.
	Reindeer games on route 42 05/27/2009 Reindeer have been spotted drinking coffee and roasting marshmallows on state Route 42, just north of the Canaan Township Building.
	Hometown man tapped as police chief for London 05/27/2009 The only work David Wiseman has ever known is as a protector and caregiver to the people of his hometown.
	Madison-Plains school construction forums 05/27/2009 The Madison-Plains Local School District is hosting community forums about building a new school facility.
	OSU Extension loses in-house ag educator 05/27/2009 The Madison County office of The Ohio State University Extension continues to provide 4-H and Childcare Network services, but the agriculture, natural resources and community development component is no longer in-house.
	Fair, festival workers need licenses 05/27/2009 Based on recent feedback from organizers of the London Strawberry Festival and Madison County Fair, London City Council amended legislation originally passed in December that requires festival workers to be licensed.
	Letter: New school should be constructed in Mt. Sterling 05/27/2009 As a former resident of Mount Sterling, I am filled with excitement that the voting public of this school district has an opportunity to reverse a grievous error committed some 40 years ago.
	Letter: Plain-City Georgesville Road too dangerous 05/27/2009 I have had enough of sirens and tires screaming in the middle of the night.
	Column: Coach's extra effort can last a lifetime 05/27/2009 One day in late October of my senior year of high school, my cross country teammates and I reported to a pre-practice meeting in my coach’s classroom.
	South Charleston: Armstrong named state FFA officer 05/27/2009 From the sea of over 22,000 students who belong to FFA in Ohio, one from South Charleston swam to the top.
	South Charleston: Grand Ball scheduled for June 20 05/27/2009 The fourth annual Mid-Summer’s Eve Grand Ball will take place from 8 to 11 p.m. June 20 in the historic South Charleston Opera House, built in 1878.
	Names in the News 05/27/2009 Check out pictures and info on people around town.
	Remember When: Midway School's 1944 basketball squad 05/27/2009
	Community Calendar 05/27/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 05/27/2009
	London City Schools board considers tax options 05/20/2009 London City Schools' 1 percent income tax expires at the end of 2010. The school board likely will go back on the ballot this November, but has not decided what form their request will take.
	Memorial Day: Always walking, never forgetting 05/20/2009 When the Plain City Memorial Day parade steps off on May 25, Howard Foust Jr. will be making the 3-mile walk for the 62nd consecutive year.
	Schools aim for efficient energy use 05/20/2009 Jefferson Local School District officials are looking at ways to cut back on wasteful energy spending and potentially save hundreds of thousands of dollars down the road.
	Fundraiser features Coach LeBeau as honored guest 05/20/2009 Former London Red Raider and current Pittsburgh Steelers’ defensive coordinator Dick LeBeau will be honored at London High School on June 27.
	Bids awarded for London Elementary demolition 05/20/2009 Preparations for tearing down the old London Elementary School on Walnut Street will start the first week of June.
	Local band reunites for show at Al Rosa Villa 05/20/2009 Five years ago, Liquid6teen was one of the biggest hard rock bands in Columbus.
	West Jeff Council makes changes at swim pool 05/20/2009 Just in time for the start of the swim season, West Jefferson Council approved changes to wages and usage fees for the village pool.
	Program provides cell phones for soldiers 05/20/2009 As a certified Veterans & Family Memorial Care Provider (VFMC), Rader-Lynch and Dodds Funeral Home of London is participating in the Cell Phones for Soldiers program.
	Community Calendar 05/20/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 05/20/2009
	UPDATE: Madison-Plains hires athletic director 05/11/2009 Anthony Naples was looking for a chance to positively impact more students and even a whole community. He found it in his new position as Madison-Plains Local Schools' high school and middle school athletic director.
	London delays police and fire contract negotiations 05/14/2009 Due to the city's financial struggles, the London fire and police unions have agreed to delay contract negotiations.
	State OK's funds for one school at Madison-Plains 05/14/2009 Word has finally come down from the Ohio School Facilities Commission: the Madison-Plains Local School District is eligible to receive money through the Exceptional Needs Program.
	Churches won't let kids go hungry this summer 05/14/2009 Two Madison County churches want to be sure children don’t go hungry this summer.
	Photos: A bunch of book worms 05/14/2009 London Elementary fifth-graders worm their way up a staircase above a small section of the paper caterpillar that winds its way through the hallways.
	Alder sets cheering rules and ditches letter grades 05/14/2009
	West Jeff grocery store prepares to open 05/14/2009 Shantanna Aburokbeh tells of her grandmother getting off work and wanting a peanut butter and jelly sandwich.
	Memorial Day services planned around the county 05/14/2009 Memorial Day will be observed nationally on May 25. Several Madison County veterans groups and other organizations have scheduled events on and around this date to honor military veterans.
	Online Exclusive: One Girl report 05/14/2009 Commissioned by The Women’s Fund of Central Ohio and carried out by Community Research Partners (CRP), "One Girl: The Status of Girls in Central Ohio" tells the story of more than 200,000 girls living in the region.
	Online Exclusive: Park jobs for youths 05/14/2009 The Ohio Department of Natural Resources and Ohio Department of Job and Family Services have formed a partnership to create jobs for young Ohioans and improve parks, trails and natural assets.
	Picture This: National Prayer Day 05/14/2009
	Senior Week: Andersons bound for Hall of Fame induction 05/14/2009 The Madison County Health Partners board of directors nominated George and Rose Anderson for induction into the Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging’s Senior Citizens Hall of Fame.
	Senior Week: Center's offerings keep all ages on their toes 05/14/2009 There's no excuse for boredom at the Madison County Senior Center. Every weekday, the facility at 280 W. High St. in London is bustling with activity.
	Senior Week: Health Fair planned 05/14/2009 The Madison County Senior Center, 280 W. High St., London, will host the following activities in celebration of National Senior Citizens Week, May 18-22.
	Column: There’s a last time for everything 05/14/2009 Creeeeeeaaaaak.
	Community Calendar 05/14/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	OSU band director to conduct WJ concert 05/15/2009 Dr. Jon R. Woods, director of The Ohio State University Marching Band, will be the guest conductor for West Jefferson High School's spring band concert.
	Blackstone takes Madison-Plains football job 05/06/2009 Changes are afoot in Madison-Plains Local Schools' athletic department. The district is hiring a new head football coach and a new athletic director.
	West Jefferson serves Yokumberry Tonic 05/06/2009 People named Lonesome Polecat and Speedy McRabbit could only be found in one place - Dogpatch USA.
	Clinic to provide more mammograms to uninsured 05/06/2009 The Madison County Health Partners Free Clinic recently received $41,158 to provide free mammograms and breast ultrasounds to uninsured women. That’s nearly twice what they spent last year.
	West Jefferson sets up office park district zoning 05/06/2009 The Village of West Jefferson, looking forward to new businesses, is creating a new section in the zoning regulations for what is called an office park.
	Online Exclusive: Library loans out fishing gear 05/06/2009 Patrons of Hurt-Battelle Memorial Library are falling for a new service hook, line and sinker.
	Online Exclusive: Safety Day and Patriotic Parade on WJ summer c 05/06/2009 Plans are under way for two summer-time activities for West Jefferson residents.
	Picture This: Slideshow of SCOL art contest winners 05/06/2009 Art teacher Tracy Hall and the students of Madison-Plains High School hosted the 2009 South Central Ohio League Art Competition on May 2.
	Names in the News 05/06/2009 Find out who's doing what around Madison County.
	Sophomore wins solo spot with jazz orchestra 05/06/2009 West Jefferson High School sophomore Chase Potter, 16, is the winner of seventh annual Hank Marr High School Jazz Award.
	Community Calendar 05/06/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 05/06/2009
	London levy fails; Jonathan Alder levy passes 05/05/2009 Following the results of the May 5 special election, the City of London is going back to the drawing board while the Jonathan Alder Local School District celebrates.
	Darby Township giant leaves impression 04/29/2009 On Arbor Day, April 24, the Madison County Master Gardeners wrapped green and gold ribbon around the 132-inch trunk of a European larch that stands 74 feet tall in Forest Grove Cemetery in Darby Township near Plain City.
	8-year-old's idea for missing kids goes statewide 04/29/2009 Coins for Kids, a statewide fundraiser for the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, is the brainstorm of local resident Gage Farmer.
	Eagle Scout looks out for WJ with Vials of Life 04/29/2009 Boy Scout Michael Koch got his Eagle Scout project off to a big start when he passed out Vial of Life information April 20 to members of the West Jefferson Village Council.
	Voting locations change for some Alder residents 04/29/2009 Some Jonathan Alder voters will cast their ballots in different locations than usual on May 5.
	Photo: Tomahawk thrower 04/29/2009 Joey Sheets, 8, from Mount Sterling learns how to toss a tomahawk.
	Animals go to school for a day 04/29/2009 Just because they’re high school students, doesn’t mean they don’t still participate in Show-n-Tell.
	South Charleston news: Computer classes start 04/29/2009 Houston Library in South Charleston, 5 W. Jamestown St., 937-462-8047, offers many activities.
	South Charleston news: Gregory headed to FCCLA nationals 04/29/2009 Nine Southeastern High School students competed in Family, Career and Community Leaders of America STAR events at the state level on April 16.
	Pippin auditions announced 04/29/2009 They’ll have magic to do ... and they want you to be part of it.
	Pond clinic set for May 14 04/29/2009 The Madison and Franklin Soil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCD) are holding a pond clinic at Circle S Farms, 9015 London-Groveport Rd. from 6:30 to 9 p.m. May 14.
	Jefferson Local Art Show 04/29/2009 Jefferson Local Schools will host an art show in combination with a chicken and noodle dinner on May 7 at the high school/middle school.
	Letters to the Editor 04/29/2009
	Community Calendar 04/29/2009 Find out what's going on in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 04/29/2009
	Online Exclusive: Madison-Plains football coach job 04/23/2009 Sean Adams will not be back for another season as Madison-Plains High School’s head varsity football coach.
	Online Exclusive: Principal wants to cut 23 minutes from school 04/23/2009 For London Middle School Principal Darren Fillman, less means more.
	Madison-Plains still in limbo over state funds 04/23/2009 The Ohio School Facilities Commission (OSFC) has enough funding to approve the 36 projects that rank highest on its priority list. Madison-Plains' project request ranks 45th.
	Local man sends home flag from Iraq hospital 04/23/2009 On April 15, Madison County Hospital hosted a special flag raising to honor Patrick Baker, chief nursing officer at the hospital.
	West Jeff residents give two cents on Main Street proposal 04/23/2009 West Jefferson residents let village officials know what they like and don't like about a proposal to improve a half-mile strip of Main Street.
	Chamber Expo one of many May 2 happenings 04/23/2009 When the Madison County Chamber of Commerce found out that several other events were taking place in the county on the same day as their Community Expo, they took the positive approach.
	Local artists' wares hit Parks & Trails auction block 04/23/2009 The Friends of Madison County Parks and Trails (FMCPT) is taking the art of the benefit auction down a new path.
	Newport pies made with love, home-canned goods 04/23/2009 The key to picking a good pie: Look for the heart-shaped cutouts in the top crust.
	London Middle School site mapped out 04/23/2009 Part of the planning for the new London Middle School involves entrances and exits for car and bus traffic.
	Merriman sidewalks need attention 04/23/2009 Sidewalk conditions came up before West Jefferson Village Council on April 20.
	Friend's House event set 04/23/2009 The May 2 auction benefit for A Friend's House Domestic Violence Program will offer the public over 100 items upon which to bid, as well as a good time with free food, a cash bar and music by the Posse Band.
	Fair and festival planners question new licensing 04/23/2009 Fair and festival season is just around the corner, and so is the first implementation of the City of London's new licensing requirement for operators of amusement rides and concessions.
	Photo: Clothing Closet in Mount Sterling 04/23/2009 Harriet Galbreath and Kathy Endres sort clothes for the opening of the United Church Clothing Closet.
	Letters to the Editor 04/23/2009
	Community Calendar 04/23/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Theme sought for West Jefferson business district 04/15/2009 At the April 14 West Jefferson Business Council meeting, Sean Hughes, executive director of the Madison County Chamber of Commerce, explained the concept of creating a theme for a business district.
	Jonathan Alder finalizing grading system 04/15/2009 The Jonathan Alder Board of Education has not finalized what grade cards will look like for the next academic year.
	LHS dares to dance in Footloose 04/15/2009 Teen rebellion, rock music and dancing will electrify the London High School stage April 23-26 as a cast of 48 presents "Footloose," the musical.
	Signs tell responders HELP or OK 04/15/2009 Madison County-London City Health Deptartment program aids homebound folks during emergencies
	New trail winds through Darby Dan Farm acreage 04/15/2009 Battelle Darby Creek Park, located just east of West Jefferson, boasts a new trail that offers users a chance to visit a horse training barn and walk on a race track.
	Volunteer opportunities abound in Madison County 04/15/2009 Madison County is full of opportunities to volunteer time or donate materials. Many of those possibilities are listed below.
	Obituaries 04/15/2009
	Volunteer officers will alleviate LPD’s staffing woes 04/09/2009 The London Police Department stopped scheduling its five part-time officers to save money. Now, the department is planning to resurrect an auxiliary police force to make up for the personnel shortage.
	WJ pool starts '09 season with new manager, new name 04/09/2009 The swimming pool in West Jefferson, which will be under new management this summer.
	Ohio pride on display 04/09/2009 Students at Madison Rural Elementary spent April 2 celebrating Ohio. They changed classrooms every 25 minutes to participate in different activities.
	Superintendent wants ETA on Keny extension 04/09/2009 When London City Schools opens a new middle school in the fall of 2011, traffic will increase on Route 38. Superintendent Steve Allen wants to know if the city’s extension of Keny Boulevard to Route 38 will be done by then.
	Records set at Red Raider Relays 04/09/2009 Members of London’s 4x200-meter and 4x400-meter relay teams catch their breaths after posting two victories at their home relay meet on April 4.
	West Jeff hosts track meet 04/09/2009 The track teams of Madison-Plains, Bishop Ready, Millersport and West Jefferson high schools competed April 2.
	London wants more inspection biz 04/09/2009 Commercial development is quiet now, but it boomed in the recent past. The City of London wants to be ready to reap the benefits when development picks up again. The focus is inspections outside of London.
	April 18: St. Patrick School auction and dinner 04/09/2009 Plans for "Luau Lagoon: Wish You Were Here" are in full swing, and tickets are available for purchase.
	Letter to the Editor: London will suffer if levy goes down 04/09/2009
	Community Calendar 04/09/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 04/10/2009
	Vermicomposting puts wiggly worms to work 04/10/2009 Friends are surprised to hear I have worms in my laundry room.
	Raised garden beds fit in small spaces 04/10/2009 As grocery bills rise with the ever-increasing produce prices, vegetable gar-dening is becoming more popular. Raised beds are a perfect solution for small areas.
	Save some cash by starting seeds 04/10/2009 Seed-starting is a fun, economical and amazing way to start the gardening cycle. Here’s a primer for novice gardeners.
	Plant perennials once, enjoy for years 04/10/2009 Tired of replanting impatiens, petunias and other annuals each year? Perhaps it’s time to add perennials to your garden.
	Smart garden shopper makes list 04/10/2009 Garden centers are brimming with trays of marigolds, baskets of petunias, buckets of perennials and stacks of mulch and fertilizers.
	Pruning improves plant health 04/10/2009 Early spring, before the leaves arrive, is an ideal time for pruning trees and shrubs.
	Hospital layoffs result of economic downturn 04/03/2009 Feeling the aches and pains of the nation’s recession, Madison County Hospital leaders announced on March 28 that they are making changes to stabilize finances.
	Columbus Symphony sings teacher’s praises 04/03/2009 "I love my job. I love teaching kids. It’s what I was sent here to do," said Teri Gray, the Columbus Symphony’s 2009 honoree for Elementary Music Educator of the Year.
	West Jefferson artist's gallery exhibit tells stories 04/03/2009 Rodger Lynch’s photography and wood turnings stand on their own as works of art, but the stories behind them are interesting, too.
	London pool to open with changes 04/03/2009 London's municipal swimming pool will open for its 70th season, thanks to cost cuts, rate increases and a new revenue source.
	Kids’ inventions make lighter work around home 04/03/2009 A common theme among the creations at West Jefferson Middle School’s sixth-grade Invention Convention, held March 26, was household chores and how to make them less of a hassle.
	Photo: Chewing through metal 04/03/2009 The Central Townships Joint Fire District recently purchased two sets of rescue extrication tools to replace equipment that was more than 15 years old.
	Arbors West makes a difference with carnival 04/03/2009 Last October, the staff of Arbors West, a skilled nursing care and rehabilitation facility in West Jefferson, staged a carnival for the community.
	Trojan track teams are ready to go the distance 04/03/2009 At 18, Southeastern's boys' track roster is nearly twice as large as it was last year and the largest the school has seen in many years.
	Southeastern tennis team grows in numbers & skill 04/03/2009 Southeastern’s tennis players are rounding the bend on the learning curve.
	Trojans baseball strength: Defense 04/03/2009 "The biggest things we need to think about are the strength of our pitching and playing good defense until our hitting comes around," said Rick Woods, head coach of Southeastern’s ball team.
	Southeastern softball: Former coach honored 04/03/2009 Southeastern's softball season got off to an emotional start.
	South Charleston news and events 04/03/2009
	London senior advances to Best Teen Chef finals 04/03/2009 In March, hundreds of high school seniors-turned-budding-chefs took the first step toward launching what could be the start of their professional culinary careers.
	Arts Council picks Pippin for summer musical 04/03/2009 Madison County Arts Council will present Pippin as its summer production. The musical comedy will take place July 17-19 at London High School.
	Photo: Scouts visit Mt. Sterling museum 04/03/2009 The troop viewed the latest museum exhibit, "The Games We Played," featuring card and board games from the past.
	Letters to the Editor 04/03/2009
	Community Calendar 04/03/2009 Find out what's going on in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 04/03/2009
	Madison Plains Schools: Tally shows support for construction 03/25/2009 A vast majority of the people who attended a March 21 meeting at Madison-Plains Middle School say they likely would support some form of bond issue this fall for the construction of new school facilities.
	Farmer surprised by Rotary's Rural-Urban Day award 03/25/2009 Philip Eades was late to his own awards presentation, but he had good reason.
	Madison-Plains adds Chinese to course offerings 03/25/2009 Madison-Plains High School’s course offerings will take on an exotic flair next fall as Mandarin Chinese is added to the list of possibilities.
	Community Calendar 03/25/2009 Find out what's going on in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 03/25/2009
	Spring Sports Preview: West Jefferson 03/27/2009 Read profiles and view schedules for the Rough Riders' softball, baseball, track and tennis teams.
	Spring Sports Preview: Jonathan Alder 03/27/2009 Read profiles and view schedules for the Pioneers' tennis, track, softball and baseball teams.
	Spring Sports Preview: Shekinah 03/27/2009 Read a profile and view the schedule for the Flames' baseball team.
	Spring Sports Preview: Madison-Plains 03/27/2009 Read profiles and view schedules for Madison-Plains' softball, baseball and track teams.
	Spring Sports Preview: London 03/27/2009 Read profiles and view schedules for London's baseball, softball, tennis and track teams.
	Dinner and field house to honor Steelers' Dick LeBeau 03/21/2009 London High School football coach Bill Dennis is working on two ways to honor Dick LeBeau, a London alumnus and National Football League standout.
	Restaurant, hotels may go in near Rte. 29 & I-70 03/21/2009 In a public hearing on March 16, West Jefferson Council members heard about planned development at the intersection of I-70 and Route 29.
	Messenger's Betty Durban will be missed by many 03/21/2009 The Madison Messenger mourns the loss of Betty Ann Durban, 86, who passed away March 11 in her home in London.
	Jonathan Alder stages "Annie Oakley" this weekend 03/21/2009 Eliza Graber loves her role as the sharp-shooting Annie in Jonathan Alder's upcoming production of "Annie Get Your Gun."
	Peters invited to lecture in China about portrait photography 03/21/2009 Larry Peters' photography has traveled to China. Now, he will, too.
	London Middle School ups algebra quotient 03/21/2009 London’s top-achieving students aren’t improving their math skills at the same rate that other students are.
	Jonathan Alder may once again have exchange students 03/21/2009 Jonathan Alder board members recently discussed the possibility of changing policy to allow the district to accept foreign exchange students.
	Madison-Pains students connect with science through Legos 03/21/2009 Why learn about the laws of motion solely from a book when you can build cars and learn the same thing?
	Bee inspections feel budget-cut sting 03/21/2009 It was a small line item about a small creature. That doesn’t mean its loss won’t have an impact, experts say.
	London teenager buzzes about new hobby 03/21/2009 Beekeeping is an odd hobby to have, but that doesn't mean it's not interesting.
	London receives part of windstorm relief money 03/21/2009 FEMA has sent its first reimbursement for costs the city incurred in the aftermath of the hurricane-force windstorm in September.
	God & Country award goes to Arnett Howard 03/21/2009 The Salvation Army presented its annual God and Country Music Award to Arnett Howard on March 14 at the 24th annual God & Country Concert.
	Fun and games at London Library 03/21/2009 The library hosts Game Days which not only help students in strengthening their analytical skills but also provide an avenue for fun.
	Friend’s House collecting auction items 03/21/2009 A Friend's House will host a public auction to raise funds for shelter services and programs for victims of domestic violence on May 2.
	Community Calendar 03/21/2009 Find out what's going on in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 03/21/2009
	Two West Jeff wrestlers place at state 03/12/2009 Five Rough Riders qualified for the state wrestling tournament. Two came away with eighth-place finishes in their respective weight classes.
	Wage cuts may come for London fire fighters 03/12/2009 London's safety forces are trimming expenses to combat the city's budget crisis. The latest cut is a proposed reduction in pay for part-time fire fighters.
	Motorcycle swap meet coming to county fairgrounds 03/12/2009 The Madison County Senior Fair Board is revving up for a new event. On May 30, the fairgrounds will host a motorcycle swap meet.
	Norwood Elementary principal's contract is renewed 03/12/2009 Despite a show of confidence by Jefferson Local Board of Education members to renew his contract on March 9, controversy regarding Norwood Elementary Principal Gary Bell continues to swirl in the community.
	Mount Sterling Center launches community garden idea 03/12/2009 The Mount Sterling Community Center has sprouted another great idea. Center leaders want to start a community garden on land located behind the center.
	Jonathan Alder Schools to start new programs next year 03/12/2009 Jonathan Alder Local Schools will start two new programs next school year, one about reading and the other an expansion of Battelle for Kids.
	Sheep Improvement banquet features lamb dinner 03/12/2009 The Madison County Sheep Improvement Committee will hold its annual banquet at 6:30 p.m. March 23 at St. Patrick School, 226 Elm St., London.
	West Jeff farmers market may have new location 03/12/2009 West Jefferson’s farmers market may have a new home this summer.
	More people are food gardening 03/12/2009 Food gardening is on the rise according to a recent survey by the National Gardening Association.
	Community Calendar 03/12/2009 Find out what's going on in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 03/12/2009
	WJ ready if stimulus funds are granted 03/04/2009 West Jefferson officials are making plans for how to use stimulus money should it come their way.
	Madison-Plains: Residents turn out for OSFC meetings 03/04/2009 The Madison-Plains Local School District is halfway through a series of six public meetings about potential state funding for new school buildings.
	Grown-up Nancy Drew center of murder mystery 03/04/2009 Nancy Drew is all grown up. She’s been through college, marriage, kids, a cheating husband, divorce, a crumby real estate business partner, and bankruptcy.
	Thinkin' Lincoln 03/04/2009 London Elementary fifth-grader Yudai Hirano displays his entry in the Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Poster Contest.
	Menu adjustments make difference in nutrition 03/04/2009 Mary Ann Roberts, food service director for Jonathan Alder Local Schools, never stops learning. Her favorite subject is nutrition.
	Alder’s competition cheer team wins state title 03/04/2009 On March 1, Jonathan Alder High School’s competition cheerleading team beat nine other teams to win the Division III non-mount state championship for cheerleading and dance.
	Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss! 03/04/2009 Students in Monica Price’s preschool class at London Elementary celebrated Dr. Seuss’ birthday the week of March 2.
	Wrestling: Grappling at district tourney 03/04/2009 Jonathan Alder sophomore Bobby Blankenship claimed an 11-9 win over Jake Henderson of Beaver.
	MR/DD Month celebrates ‘Just Like You’ theme 03/04/2009 Madison County Board of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities and other related organizations celebrate MR/DD Awareness Month in March.
	Auction items sought for St. Pat luau 03/04/2009 St. Patrick School and Parish in London has chosen “Luau Lagoon: Wish You Were Here” as the theme for its annual dinner and auction.
	Column: Apps due for legislative scholarship 03/04/2009 After receiving a high school diploma or G.E.D, students are presented with vast opportunities to expand their knowledge and skills through higher education.
	Community Calendar 03/04/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 03/04/2009
	Special election replaces primary for Madison Co. 02/26/2009 In Madison County, the May 5 election will apply only to voters in the Jonathan Alder Local School District and the City of London, and each of those contingents will find only one item on their ballots.
	Residents to council: "Keep the pool open" 02/26/2009 Residents packed London Council chambers Feb. 19 to ask city officials to spare the municipal pool from the budget chopping block.
	Madison-Plains middle-schoolers fired up about intramurals 02/26/2009 It's just before noon, and the Madison-Plains Middle School gym is a study in controlled chaos.
	Southeastern stages Grease 02/26/2009 Southeastern High School will take a fun, fast romp through the 1950s with the school version of the musical "Grease." Show times are 7 p.m. March 6-7 and 3 p.m. March 8.
	Opera House Players go "Stone Naked"in March 02/26/2009 "Stone Naked Woman" is the provocative title of the South Charleston Opera House Players' spring production.
	South Charleston pool gears up for swim season 02/26/2009 The South Charleston swimming pool is floating on slightly calmer water this season.
	School board interviews candidates 02/26/2009 The Southeastern Local Board of Education aims to choose an interim superintendent by early March.
	4-H: Roby inspired others to make the best better 02/26/2009 In a hurry-up world, Lloyd Roby stood apart as man who made time for others.
	4-H: There's still time to join 02/26/2009 Hopefully, you've noticed Madison County 4-H clubs promoting 4-H throughout the county.
	4-H: Answers to "What 4-H means to me?" 02/26/2009 4-H gives me a chance to express my love for my country, community, and my love for animals.
	FFA: London chapter rooted firmly in tradition 02/26/2009 Since the chapter's beginning in 1935, the London FFA has been an organization of traditions.
	FFA: There's never a dull moment at Madison-Plains 02/26/2009 At Madison Plains, FFA is one of the biggest programs around.
	FFA: Southeastern's chapter is 62 members strong 02/26/2009 With 62 members and a solid officer team, Southeastern High School's FFA chapter has had a very successful year.
	Special Olympics: Tigers on the prowl for excellence 02/26/2009 Recently, the Madison County Special Olympics Program—affiliated with the Madison County Board of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities (MR/DD)—announced the winners of its annual recognition awards.
	Photos: Around Town 02/26/2009 Plain City Lions donate to fire department. Wade Beachy wins Voice of Democracy contest. Child care youngsters donate change to food bank.
	Column: Addressing increased ag land values and taxes 02/26/2009 Many rural landowners are shocked when they discover the 2008 CAUV values.
	Letter: United Way surpasses goal 02/26/2009 Madison County United Way, as part of United Way of Clark, Champaign and Madison Counties, raised 102 percent of the 2008 campaign goal of $90,000 to raise a total of $92,249.74.
	Community Calendar 02/26/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 02/26/2009
	Madison-Plains board sets building meetings 02/19/2009 "None of us on the board want to make these decisions in a vacuum," said Michael Brandt, president of the Madison-Plains Board of Education, at the board's regular meeting on Feb. 17.
	Fighting to advance in tournament play 02/19/2009 West Jefferson's girls basketball team beats Highland to advance to the second round of playoffs.
	Smithsonian exhibit coming to Madison County 02/19/2009 A national, traveling exhibit about fences will cross Madison County's borders in 2010.
	West Jefferson prepares for CIC membership 02/19/2009 West Jefferson Village Council is taking steps toward revitalizing the downtown area in hopes of attracting and retaining businesses.
	Biz Council makes 2009 plans 02/19/2009 Farm markets, flea markets and marketing the community continue to head goals for the West Jefferson Business Council.
	Alder falls to Fairbanks 02/19/2009 Jonathan Alder's girls basketball team played Fairbanks in the first post-season tournament game.
	Group will send anti-poverty ideas to governor 02/19/2009 Suggestions on how to ease the situation of people in poverty will be going to the Ohio Anti-Poverty Task Force and Gov. Ted Strickland.
	Healthy Schools: Teachers model healthy behaviors for students 02/19/2009 This is Part I in a four-part series about how Madison County's public schools are making extra efforts to introduce students and staff to healthy habits.
	Two Alder Pioneers sign letters of intent 02/19/2009 Jonathan Alder High School seniors Wes Bundenthal (left) and Nick Schrader sign letters of intent to play football at the college level.
	Horsemen donate to Deercreek Park 02/19/2009 The Madison County Ohio Horsemen's Council presents $1,000 to Deer Creek State Park.
	Force spring's hand with paperwhites 02/19/2009 Battling the winter blues? Forcing bulbs indoors is a simple, inexpensive way to gain a jumpstart on spring.
	Community Calendar 02/19/2009 Find out what's going on in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 02/19/2009
	WJ library looks to put levy on fall ballot 02/12/2009 Hurt-Battelle Memorial Library in West Jefferson is suffering a financial crisis stemming from reductions in state aid and increasing costs, but administrators hope it can be cured with funds from a proposed fall operating levy.
	City puts half-percent tax increase on May 5 ballot 02/12/2009 London City Council members have made a choice. They will put a 0.5 percent income tax on the May 5 ballot.
	Tooth fairy makes day-time visit 02/12/2009 In honor of National Children’s Dental Health Month (NCDHM) in February, dental professionals throughout the United States sponsor special health activities and promotions to focus attention on the importance of dental health for children.
	County may need to use more carryover funds 02/12/2009 The Madison County commissioners likely will have to dip deeper into their carryover budget to make ends meet this year.
	Parents of cheerleaders voice concerns 02/12/2009 Much of the “Rah! Rah! Rah! Sis! Boom! Bah!” was missing when parents of cheerleaders voiced concerns at the Feb. 9 Jonathan Alder Board of Education meeting.
	London board sets schedule for calamity days 02/12/2009 The London Board of Education approved a plan for making up days of school lost due to weather.
	LHS hip-hoppers perform well 02/12/2009 London High School’s hip-hop team won first place in their division in a competition hosted Jan. 17 by Jonathan Alder.
	Penmanship is tops in Plain City 02/12/2009 The entries of four Plain City Elementary students are advancing to the state level in the Zaner-Bloser handwriting contest.
	LABC restructures leagues for 2009 02/12/2009 The London Area Baseball Council (LABC) has made changes to its league structure to give youngsters new options this summer.
	Richardson is county's top speller 02/12/2009 Madison-Plains Middle School eighth-grader Derek Richardson outspelled all other contenders in the Madison County Spelling Bee held Feb. 9 at Tolles Career & Technical Center in Plain City.
	London BMX info session scheduled for Feb. 21 02/12/2009 After lying dormant for a few years, London's BMX track at Merri-Mac Park will be open for business this year. A new non-profit corporation, Fastrax BMX Inc., is managing the facility.
	Junior Fair livestock sale goes to one-day format 02/12/2009 The Madison County Junior Fair livestock sale is going from two days to one.
	Close game: London vs. West Jefferson 02/12/2009
	Community Calendar 02/12/2009 Find out what's going on in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 02/12/2009
	6th-graders learn to speak Chinese 02/04/2009 One in five people in the world speak Mandarin Chinese. Six of those people are sixth-graders at St. Patrick School in London.
	County officials submit new 2009 budgets 02/04/2009 The Madison County commissioners knew the task of cutting $1.4 million from the 2009 budget would be difficult. Last week, they discovered just how difficult.
	Tattoo parties are illegal, say health pros 02/04/2009 The Madison County-London City Health District is spreading the word about illegal tattooing and body piercing.
	Sedalia area dairy plans to expand 02/04/2009 Stardust Dairy LLC is applying for permits from the Ohio Department of Agriculture to expand its dairy operation south of Sedalia from 2,000 cows to 4,047 cows.
	West Jefferson adds police officer 02/04/2009 The West Jefferson Police Department recently completed the hiring process for its 11th full-time officer.
	WJ residents present community center idea 02/04/2009 West Jefferson residents Todd Elfrink and Deanna Bradfield hope to establish a non-profit West Jefferson Community Services group to promote construction of a community center in the village.
	West Jeff narrowly defeats Harvest Prep 02/04/2009 West Jeff victory spoils Harvest Prep's perfect record.
	Community Calendar 02/04/2009 Find out what's going on in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 02/04/2009
	Cuts likely to affect county jobs 01/28/2009 Budget cuts at the county level could mean some Madison County employees will lose their jobs.
	So. Charleston schools: To build or not to build? 01/28/2009 The questions came hard and fast at a meeting held Jan. 22 at Southeastern High School.
	Photos: Riders take on Eagles 01/28/2009 The Lady Rough Riders score a victory against the Lady Eagles.
	Sheriff's Office starts Explorer post 01/28/2009 Teens whose career aspirations include law enforcement now have a chance to experience the profession firsthand.
	West Jeff Urgent Care closes its doors 01/28/2009 Madison County Hospital closed the Urgent Care of West Jefferson on Jan. 23.
	Trails group still finds plenty to do 01/28/2009 When the Friends of Madison County Parks and Trails (FMCPT) formed several years ago, their main goal was to create Madison County’s segment of the cross-state Ohio To Erie recreational trail.
	Grant provides resources to teach teens tolerance 01/28/2009 By the end of the school year, Miami View’s 76 eighth-graders will be published authors and illustrators.
	Trio's powerful pens earn trip to regionals 01/28/2009 For the first time in many years, Miami View School in South Charleston sent a Power of the Pen team to the district tournament.
	Community Calendar 01/28/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 01/28/2009
	No decision yet on tax, hiring freeze in London 01/22/2009 London City Council opted for more time to make decisions regarding a proposed income tax increase and hiring freeze.
	Battelle's impact: $450 million 01/22/2009 The folks in West Jefferson have known for the last several weeks. On Jan. 14, Battelle officially let everyone else know: they're launching a $200 million expansion of their Columbus, Dublin and West Jefferson facilities.
	Rosedale Bible College presents Magician’s Nephew 01/22/2009 Talking animals, an evil queen, and a conflicted young protagonist take the stage during Rosedale Bible College’s production of “The Magician’s Nephew” Jan. 30-Feb. 1.
	WJ hires engineer for assessment 01/22/2009 A Franklin County engineering firm will do a required environment assessment before any work can proceed on the downtown enhancement project in West Jefferson.
	Stalker awareness seminar set for Jan. 28 01/22/2009 A Friend’s House, Madison County's domestic violence program, will observe National Stalking Awareness Month (NSAM) by hosting a presentation from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Jan. 28 at Madison County Hospital.
	Classes are filling up at Armory Youth Center 01/22/2009 Programming for youths and adults is in full swing at the Armory in London.
	Madison-Plains' grading system up for review 01/22/2009 Grade cards for Madison-Plains students in second through 12th grade may look different as early as next school year.
	LMS students mediate peer disputes 01/22/2009 Peer mediation has existed at London Middle School for years. This is the first year, however, that participating students received formal training from an outside source.
	Mt. Sterling hosts intro to miniature wargaming 01/22/2009 For those with more than a passing interest in history, an opportunity to be more than a passive observer will take place from 5 to 8 p.m. Jan. 29 at Mount Sterling Library.
	Names in the News 01/22/2009 West Jefferson coupled engaged; Educational Service Center superintendent named; Chobo on Chamber board.
	Photos: Cold weather comes a-calling 01/22/2009 Temperatures dip into the negatives.
	Generosity abounds 01/22/2009 Shriners donate to hospital's pediatrics unit. Insurance company helps hospice.
	KISS for good cooking 01/22/2009 Only recently did I pick up on the subliminal message hidden in the popular apron phrase: “KISS the COOK.”
	In the Garden: Use winter months to study up 01/22/2009 While our plants lay dormant under a blanket of snow, the winter months are a great time to grow our gardening minds.
	Community Calendar 01/22/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 01/22/2009
	Alder puts PI levy on May ballot 01/14/2009 Registered voters in the Jonathan Alder School District will be asked to decide the fate of a 2.4-mill permanent improvement levy at the May primary election.
	2009 county fair will feature funny hypnotist 01/14/2009 The Madison County Fair Board is trying something new this year. Here’s a hint: “You’re getting very sleepy.”
	Elkins sinks 1000th point 01/14/2009 West Jefferson High School Athletic Director Rich Haskins hands the game ball to junior K.C. Elkins after she scored her 1,000th career point. West Jefferson beat Grandview, 46-31.
	West Jeff boys play Harvest Prep 01/14/2009 West Jefferson loses hard-fought battle against Harvest Prep, 76-63.
	Shekinah gets scrappy in first season 01/14/2009 This is the inaugural season for the Shekinah girls’ basketball team. After falling to Madison Christian 45-20, Coach Rod Yoder praised his squad for their hustle.
	WJ board hears special ed. Update 01/14/2009 At the Jan. 12 Jefferson Local board of education meeting, Chris Zechman pre-sented an update on special education in the district, reporting that the department serves 204 students.
	Blog set up for injured teacher 01/14/2009 A simple blog has become a two-way line of communication between a beloved teacher and his students, co-workers, family and friends.
	Recycling efforts up in city, county 01/14/2009 With a green light from school officials, Valerie Peart has increased recycling efforts in all of the buildings in the London City School District.
	Spring break dates cause debate 01/14/2009 School calendars, usually a routine item for approval, met resistance at the Jan. 12 London City Schools board of education meeting.
	Cast ballots for Oscar picks 01/14/2009 In anticipation of the Academy Awards, which will take place on Feb. 22, London Public Library is asking patrons to pick their favorite Oscar winners to be shown during the library’s movie nights in February.
	Young Artist Showcase set for Jan. 25 in West Jeff 01/14/2009 The Madison County Arts Council’s 13th annual Young Artist Showcase will take place at 3 p.m. Jan. 25 in the West Jefferson High School auditeria. Doors open at 2:30 and admission is free.
	Community Calendar 01/14/2009 Find out what's going on in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 01/14/2009
	Tobin leaves LPD to head up state crime bureau 01/07/2009 In an effort to save police jobs, London Police Chief Peter C. Tobin landed a new job of his own, and it�s a big one.
	Veterans Field has new owners 01/07/2009 Veterans Field in Mount Sterling is under new ownership.
	New zoning district part of WJ code 01/07/2009 West Jefferson council has changed its zoning ordinance to accommodate the needs of Battelle Memorial Institute, which owns 1,000 acres along Route 142. The land is set to be annexed into the village in less than two months.
	Chief search will wait until March 01/07/2009 The selection process for London’s new police chief won’t begin until late March, even though outgoing chief Peter C. Tobin’s last day is Jan. 16.
	Swonger sets goals for MP schools 01/07/2009 During a work session Jan. 6, Madison-Plains school board member Don Swonger led his fellow board members in a class of sorts.
	City considers income tax increase 01/07/2009 London’s 2009 budget has been finalized, but members of the city administration and city council say revenues must increase. They are looking at putting an income tax increase on the ballot.
	County’s newly elected officials take oath of office 01/07/2009 Madison County Common Pleas Judge Robert D. Nichols did his math homework before administering the oath of office to the county’s latest crop of elected officials.
	Spriggs glad he traded in plane for dispatch job 01/07/2009 Three years ago, Jim Spriggs gave up a job flying planes to become a dispatcher for the London Police Department.
	West Jefferson adopts updated village flag/logo 01/07/2009 West Jefferson has a new identity - at least when it comes to stationery, street banners and other promotional materials. The new logo, approved by council on Jan. 5, is an update of the village flag.
	Around Town: Photos 01/07/2009 First baby of the New Year; Walmart donates to HELP House; Cub Scouts give toys.
	Letter: New schools would help to revitalize Mt. Sterling 01/07/2009 I recently attended a “Revitalize Mount Sterling” meeting hosted by local resident John Shilling.
	Community Calendar 01/07/2009 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 01/07/2009
	Southeastern delays hunt for superintendent until spring 12/29/2008 "We all want to get the best person available," said Southeastern Local Schools board member Rick Burton about the district’s need for a new superintendent.
	MP academy to start in January 12/29/2008 When the second semester starts in mid-January, Madison-Plains Local Schools likely will have an academy in place to accommodate high school students for whom the traditional school set-up is not a good fit.
	Photos: Post-holiday hoops 12/29/2008
	Governor appoints sheriff to state commission 12/29/2008 Gov. Ted Strickland has appointed Madison County Sheriff James P. Sabin to a second four-year term on the state's Private Investigation and Security Services Commission.
	Pedal power takes Galloway man cross-country 12/29/2008 After touring the world in 80 days in 2007, Galloway resident Travis Casper wanted more.
	South Charleston: Two locals destined for hall of fame 12/29/2008 A coach and one of his former players, both residents of South Charleston, are among five individuals who will be inducted into the Springfield/Clark County Baseball Hall of Fame on Jan. 10.
	Judy travels outside Ohio as state FCCLA officer 12/29/2008 Ten officers represent the state level of Family, Career & Community Leaders of America, a national organization for high school students. Beth Judy, a senior at Southeastern High School, is one of them.
	Local ag teacher nabs recognition 12/29/2008 Javonne Mullins of Mount Sterling is one of six individuals who received the National Association of Agricultural Educators (NAAE) Outstanding Young Member (OYM) Award at the NAAE annual conference.
	Photos: Around Town 12/29/2008
	In the Garden: New Year’s resolutions apply to gardening, too 12/29/2008 I welcome the start of a new year and the annual ritual of goal setting.
	Letter: Legion ladies say thanks 12/29/2008
	Community Calendar 12/29/2008 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 12/29/2008
	Council passes revised comprehensive plan 12/22/2008 The future was the theme at London City Council’s Dec. 18 meeting, where the newly revised comprehensive plan was approved and the future of the Armory Youth Center was discussed.
	DARE: 20 years strong 12/22/2008 Lt. Teena Gallagher of the Madison County Sheriff�s Office has a purpose in life.
	Prairie and wetland planned for outdoor classroom 12/22/2008 London City Schools will be adding a new classroom at its elementary/high school campus, but it’s no ordinary classroom. It’s outdoors.
	Trustees thank voters with open house 12/22/2008 Two years ago, voters in Range Township and the Village of Midway approved a levy to build a new fire house. On Jan. 10, the township trustees will hold an open house to say "thanks."
	Mt. Sterling plans second Women's Wellness Day 12/22/2008 Breast cancer will be the main focus of the second annual Woman’s Wellness Day at the Mount Sterling Community Center on Jan. 10.
	Grant funds Fairfield shelter house 12/22/2008 An open shelter house will be the newest addition to Fairfield Memorial Park, the recreation facility maintained by the Fairfield Township trustees at the former site of Fairfield Elementary School on West Jefferson-Kiousville Road.
	Special recognition goes to London policemen 12/22/2008 London community members, city officials, and members of the police force gathered Dec. 17 at Brennan's Loft on South Main Street for a mid-week soiree.
	Art gallery, apartments designed to lift people up 12/22/2008 After some collective soul-searching, the congregation at First United Methodist Church in London found a new mission outside its walls.
	Madison-Plains officials choose architectural firm 12/22/2008 The Madison-Plains Board of Education has chosen an architect but that doesn’t mean they’ve made any other decisions about future construction projects, said Scott Hiles, district treasurer.
	Wrestling photos: West Jeff wins 12/22/2008 West Jefferson hosted a wrestling invitational Dec. 19-20. The Rough Riders won the championship match, 47-28.
	Column: Many miles trudged in Pursuit of the Patch 12/22/2008 Last January and February, my brother Chad and I braved below-zero windchill factors and ignored energy-sapping illness to earn a piece of embroidered fabric that measures roughly three inches in diameter.
	Column: Watch what you put on Internet 12/22/2008 Imagine not getting a job because of something you did over spring break.
	Community Calendar 12/22/2008 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 12/22/2008
	Battelle to expand in West Jeff 12/19/2008 Four representatives of Battelle Corp., a science and technology research com-pany, spoke before West Jefferson Village Council on Dec. 15.
	Getting all dolled up 12/19/2008 Emogene Rubadue calls her basement “Santa’s workshop,” and rightly so.
	Tolles instructor named national teacher of the year 12/19/2008 The national spotlight is shining on Tolles Career & Technical Center in Plain City, thanks to turf, landscape and greenhouse man-agement instructor Jim Scott.
	New health commissioner on board 12/19/2008 It was by chance that Mary Ann Webb, Madison County's new health commissioner, found a career in public health.
	London City Schools hires construction liaison 12/19/2008 John N. Cornette, London City Schools’ new construction liaison, comes highly recommended.
	Commission formed to streamline governments 12/19/2008 A commission to look into streamlining local governments in Ohio is forming and will begin its work soon.
	Churches offer grocery relief to all in form of Angel Food 12/19/2008 At a time when just about everybody is wondering how to stretch the dollar a little farther, Angel Food Ministries is expanding its grocery relief program in central Ohio.
	National Guard teaches history at WJ for a day 12/19/2008 Sometimes, learning needs to be three-dimensional.
	Photos of the Week 12/19/2008 Jingle-grams and food drive at London Elementary; London Lions and London Correctional give to food pantries; Meal vouchers; Gallery donation; Locks of Love donation; and drug dog at St. Patrick School.
	Joint Recreation District approves business plan 12/19/2008 There’s an organization in London that’s quietly working to give the public a place to play.
	Photos: Christmas in West Jefferson 12/19/2008 West Jefferson celebrated the holidays early with the kickoff to Christmas in the Park and the Senior Citizens Christmas Party.
	London Elementary deejays ride the air waves 12/19/2008 London Elementary has turned morning announcements into a highly anticipated part of each school day by putting the microphone in students' hands.
	Brand named Engineer of the Year for Ohio 12/19/2008 The County Engineers Association of Ohio (CEAO) has honored Madison County Engineer David P. Brand, P.E., P.S., as Engineer of the Year for 2008.
	Women's efforts featured in national video on recovery 12/19/2008 Mara Casto, a 2008 London High School graduate, donated her time to work a booth with her aunt, Brenda Munden, also a London resident, at this year’s "Rally for Recovery Celebration & Jam."
	New hub opens for Meals on Wheels 12/19/2008 Meals on Wheels for Franklin and Madison counties are now being heated and distributed to volunteer drivers from a new facility on Harmon Avenue in Columbus.
	In the Garden: Holly 12/19/2008 Thanks to Ohio nurseryman Paul Hanslik, Midwesterners today have over 100 hardy and deer-resistant holly varieties to plant in their landscapes.
	Column: Baby-naming causes battle on the homefront 12/19/2008 What’s in a name? As I’ve recently come to find out—a lot.
	Community Calendar 12/19/2008 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 12/19/2008
	Rainy-day fund lessens health insurance blow 12/10/2008 Jonathan Alder’s health insurance rates are going up, but thanks to money saved in a rainy-day fund, they aren’t going up as much as they could be.
	Mount Sterling: Christmas in the Village 12/10/2008 Mount Sterling celebrated Christmas in the Village on Dec. 7.
	Stray Dawgs are cat’s meow of community service 12/10/2008 When someone says “motorcycle club,” what comes to mind? For some, it’s a loud, leather-clad gang of rowdy no-goods.
	City might lay off personnel to balance budget 12/10/2008 The City of London is stuck between a rock and a hard place.
	Kilroy beats out Stivers 12/10/2008 The race for the 15th U.S. Congressional District, which has been up in the air since Election Day, has finally been resolved after the Franklin County Board of Elections finished counting provisional ballots on Dec. 7.
	Jefferson Local looks to tighten belt 12/10/2008 Predicting the future of school financing may not involve a crystal ball, but given the present economy, five-year revenue and expense forecasting is still not an exact science, according to Jefferson Local School Treasurer Jill Smith.
	Youngster burdened with rare disease 12/10/2008 Mariah Crawford, 12, once enjoyed cheerleading and playing basketball, softball and soccer. She loved singing in the choir at Madison Rural Elementary and at church.
	Tolles’ Scott nabs national honor 12/10/2008 The Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE) named James Scott of Tolles Career & Technical Center in Plain City as its national teacher of the year.
	Photos: Around Town 12/10/2008 Food pantries receive donations, and Dr. James Herman gets Friends of Township award.
	Column: Laugh at your mistakes 12/10/2008 I like looking smart. The problem is, I tend to look like an idiot at the times I least want to.
	Open Forum: Superintendent shares State of Schools 12/10/2008 As we prepare to close out another year and move into 2009, we likely will hear the governor and the president speak about the state of the state and the nation, respectively.
	Letter to the Editor: Help with car fire appreciated 12/10/2008 Recently, I had the unfortunate experience of having my car catch on fire while in the Kroger parking lot.
	Community Calendar 12/10/2008 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 12/10/2008
	Grandpa's spirit shines on with a town's help 12/04/2008 Everyone should have at least one person in his or her life who helps to light the way.
	Photog's underwater photo makes splash in China 12/04/2008 Picture a woman in a flowing dress, underwater, floating gracefully to the surface. Now picture that picture 39 feet by 26 feet in size, displayed on the side of a building in a city in China.
	Photos: London's Old Fashioned Christmas 12/04/2008 Pretty snow tempered the bitter cold as people filled the sidewalks for London's annual Old Fashioned Christmas.
	Christmas in the Park: Schedule and What's New 12/04/2008 West Jefferson's Christmas in the Park will kick off with a whole host of activities Dec. 12-14.
	Christmas in the Park: Fun facts and FAQ 12/04/2008 Find out just how West Jefferson Community Association members manage to get 300,000 lights up in the trees at Garrette Park.
	Christmas in the Park: Volunteers and donors 12/04/2008 West Jefferson's light display is a low-cost, family-friendly event made possible by volunteers and sponsors.
	Christmas in the Park: Overcoming storm damage 12/04/2008 The out-of-this-world wind storm that hit Ohio on Sept. 14 did a number on Garrette Park, home of West Jefferson's Christmas in the Park.
	WJ revamps village worker insurance 12/04/2008 West Jefferson Village Council voted Dec. 1 on two ordinances that will affect village employees' benefits.
	In the Garden: Stay green in winter with containers 12/06/2008 Master gardener Lexi Burfield of London changes her window boxes and containers seasonally. As winter rolls around, she doesn’t let them sit empty.
	Community Calendar 12/06/2008 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 12/06/2008
	Remember When: Amtekco's days in London 12/06/2008 Amtekco Industries, which constructs stainless steel material for the restaurant industry, once was located in London at the site of the former London Grave Vault Co.
	Dec. 1 Christmas event to fill streets of London 11/25/2008 Downtown London will be hopping Dec. 1 as the city’s annual Old Fashioned Christmas takes to the streets, shops, offices and churches up, down, and around Main Street.
	Plain City goes jingle-bell crazy for 3-year-old Maggie 11/25/2008 By the way Maggie Matessa zooms around on her bicycle and chases her older sister, one would never know she has systemic juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.
	Bucks dominate Wolverines 11/25/2008
	City looking at $1.5 million shortfall 11/25/2008 The economic woes hitting communities all over central Ohio and the nation have not passed by the city of London.
	Alder serves as site for governor’s 'watch party' 11/25/2008 Teachers, school administrators and community members, all with concerns about the future of Ohio’s education system, gathered Nov. 20 at Jonathan Alder High School to listen to Gov. Ted Strickland hold a conversation about school funding.
	Plain City celebrates Christmas Under the Clock 11/25/2008 On Dec. 6, the seventh annual Plain City Christmas Under the Clock will be held at Main Street (Route 161) and Chillicothe Street in uptown Plain City.
	Photos: The Spirit of Giving 11/25/2008 Many groups have found ways to give back to the community.
	Letter to the editor 11/25/2008 Reader says London needs to tighten its belt
	Winners picked in turkey giveaway 11/25/2008 Several merchants participated in the Madison Messenger Thanksgiving turkey giveaway by hosting prize drawings at their businesses.
	Remember When: Ardrey show room 11/25/2008 R.N. Ardrey ran a car dealership in the 1950s at South Oak and West High streets where Ernie’s Medicine Shoppe once was located.
	Community Calendar 11/25/2008
	Allen wants liaison to oversee site 11/21/2008 With a new middle school construction project on the horizon, London City Schools Superintendent Steve Allen is asking the board to approve extra manpower.
	Pantry open in South Solon 11/21/2008 A more convenient option now exists for people in need of food who live in South Solon and Sedalia.
	MP preps to interview architects 11/21/2008 The Madison-Plains school board has set Dec. 9 as the day they will interview architects for possible facility upgrades in the district.
	LHS students carve out their own niche 11/21/2008 London High School’s video production classes are popular and well known. Ben McCoy wants the same for another facet of the industrial arts technology program—the woods department.
	Time to give toys, toys, toys! 11/22/2008 Toy collections are in full swing around Madison County. Find out how you can make Christmas brighter for needy families in your neighborhood.
	Old-fashioned fun in London 11/22/2008 London’s Old Fashioned Christmas will take place from 5 to 9 p.m. Dec. 1.
	PC-Georgesville may be site of school 11/22/2008 Plans are coming together for the second phase of Jonathan Alder Local Schools' building program, set to enhance Canaan Middle School and replace Plain City Elementary.
	Sometimes hospice means going back to Virginia 11/22/2008 Debbie Friece interviewed for a part-time home health nurse position at Madison County Hospital (MCH) but instead accepted a full-time position in the hospital's Home Health Hospice program.
	Family organizes Secret Santa day for the public 11/22/2008 Jackie Holfinger fondly remembers the Secret Santa Shop at Lazarus. Her parents would take her there every year so that she could shop on her own for Christmas gifts for her family.
	Sky High Arts produces unique holiday cards 11/22/2008 Titled "Celebration," "Making Memories" and "Cabin in the Country," the designs that adorn this year’s set of Sky High Arts greeting cards ooze holiday spirit.
	How about a flag for under Christmas tree? 11/22/2008 Inspired by London’s upcoming bicentennial celebration, the CWCC struck on the idea of selling flags and bunting.
	Christmas events 11/22/2008
	Photos: West Jefferson wraps up football season 11/22/2008 West Jefferson falls to two-time defending champion Marion Local 21-14 in the Division V regional final game.
	In the garden: Attracting birds 11/22/2008 I love the birds that return to Madison County each winter, especially the ones that visit my backyard.
	Open forum: Hard times need not mean lack of blessings 11/22/2008 Thanksgiving marks a time when we gather with loved ones to celebrate our precious, irreplaceable ties as well as the many blessings in our lives.
	Community Calendar 11/22/2008 Find out what's going on in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 11/22/2008
	City department heads make plea for funding 11/13/2008 The heads of London's public service departments gathered to present their budgetary needs at city council’s Nov. 6 meeting.
	Photos: West Jefferson wins regional semi-final 11/13/2008 West Jefferson beats Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy 20-10 to advance to the regional final against Maria Stein Marion Local at Piqua on Nov. 15.
	Madison-Plains hears school building options 11/13/2008 On Nov. 6, the Madison-Plains school board met with representatives from the Ohio School Facilities Commission (OSFC).
	BMX rider to revive London track 11/13/2008 A bicycle racing enthusiast is poised to bring London’s dormant BMX track back to life.
	Women can network at ‘Spa Day’ 11/13/2008 Part networking opportunity, part fundraiser, the Women Helping Women Spa Day t is back for a second year.
	Patrol post expansion completed 11/13/2008 More space, beefed-up security, and a community room are among the features of the newly renovated and expanded West Jefferson post of the Highway Patrol.
	Alder’s fall play is ‘Maid to Order’ 11/13/2008 At one point, five maids of dubious origins occupy the stage. It's all part of the good, clean fun in Jonathan Alder High School’s production of "Maid to Order."
	LMS to stage "Mulan Jr." 11/13/2008 The London Middle School sixth-, seventh- and eighth-grade choirs will present Disney’s “Mulan, Jr.” at 7 p.m. Nov. 20-21.
	Photos: What's happening around town 11/13/2008 Jonathan Alder's Class of 1968 reunites. Sculpture donation honors Mount Sterling area horseman. Bike path mile-markers are painted. Granger is named Junior Achievement coordinator for Madison County.
	Remember When: Legion cleans up in 1928 11/13/2008 On April 25, 1928, the American Legion Post of London took over the city and its offices.
	Letters to the Editor 11/13/2008 Kambree’s Kids expands to include local charities.
	Community Calendar 11/13/2008 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 11/13/2008
	So. Solon tax repealed; council weighs options 11/07/2008 When South Solon Village Council meets on Nov. 10, the big topic of discussion will be council’s response to the voters’ repeal of the village’s 1 percent income tax.
	Students run the town 11/07/2008 CEOs earn $9. CFOs earn $8.50. All other employees get $8.
	Land-use issues draw big crowd in Canaan Twp. 11/07/2008 Approximately 125 people packed the Canaan Township trustees meeting on Nov. 3. Most were there to oppose the possibility of a quarry along Plain City-Georgesville Road, as well as comment on residential development for the same acreage.
	Technology abounds at WJ Schools 11/07/2008 Jefferson Local Schools has put technological innovation to work.
	WJ mayor submits budget idea 11/07/2008 As required by West Jefferson law, Mayor Scott Hockenbery delivered the 2009 budget proposal to council by the first council meeting in November.
	Election results: Zoning and levies pass 11/07/2008 Monroe Township is no longer the only Madison County township without zoning.
	Election results: Madison County races and issues 11/07/2008 Find out who won what seats, as well as which township levies, school levies, and questions passed.
	Election results: How did county vote on big races and issues? 11/07/2008 In the Nov. 4 presidential election, Madison County did not vote as did the country as a whole.
	Fire, squad get grant money 11/07/2008 The Tri-County Joint Fire District and the Sterling Joint Ambulatory District in Mount Sterling recently received extra financial help in the form of two checks with a combined value of over $20,000.
	New director on board at Loving Care Hospice 11/07/2008 K. Joe Gossett, the new executive director of Loving Care Hospice, knows firsthand the value of hospice and home health services.
	Photos: Halloween costume winners 11/07/2008 The West Jefferson Community Association's annual Halloween Contest was held Oct. 30 at Norwood Elementary.
	Photos: Kids pick Obama & Clifford 11/07/2008 London Elementary students vote on their choice for president of the United States, as well as their favorite book series.
	Photos: West Jeff wins first playoff game 11/07/2008 In their first round of playoffs in Division 5, West Jefferson beat Miami East 20-7 on Nov. 1. The Riders’ second game was set for 7 p.m. Nov. 8 against Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy at Kettering Fairmont.
	Photos: Around town 11/07/2008 Mount Sterling toy drive. Hospital gift show. Wii game donation. Lutheran Church sports card and craft show. Delinquent tax collection. Legion Junior Auxiliary.
	In the Garden: Ash borer: What is the threat? 11/07/2008 On a recent fall drive, we spotted purple triangular boxes hanging from trees.
	Remember When: Timber frame barn raising 11/07/2008 A group of gentlemen construct a timber frame barn with wooden pegs.
	Community Calendar 11/07/2008 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 11/07/2008
	OPOTA students take ‘crash course’ 10/30/2008 A semi-tractor struck two cars at high speed on Oct. 24, doing extensive damage, but it was no accident.
	Breast care center dedicated 10/30/2008 Battelle and Madison County Hospital have joined together in the fight against breast cancer in Madison County.
	Chamber and new gallery host traveling art exhibit 10/30/2008 An exhibition featuring the work of Ohio artists with disabilities, including eight from Madison County, has been on tour across the state since March.
	Girls play, too, in "Treasure Island" 10/30/2008 Swords, pirates, and buried treasure - sometimes guys have all the fun.
	Veterans Day events set in county 10/30/2008 Organizations in the Madison County area have planned the following events in recognition of Veterans Day:
	Reserve seat for Music Revue 10/30/2008 Each fall, the Madison County Arts Council puts on a music revue to raise money to offset scholarships and a summer musical production.
	Lions want 1,000 eyeglasses 10/30/2008 The London Lions Club has set an ambitious goal. Members want to collect 1,000 pairs of used eyeglasses in the month of November.
	Photos: Alder vs. Clinton Massie football 10/30/2008 Jonathan Alder ends its regular season with a loss to Clinton Massie but a record of 8-2.
	Investigating bumps in the night 10/30/2008 Imagine walking into a room and seeing someone standing there, not speaking but giving off bad vibes, only to have them vanish in the blink of an eye.
	Canaan kids vote on new flag 10/30/2008 Students at Canaan Middle School in the Jonathan Alder Local School District will do double election duties on Nov. 4.
	Photo: Fairhaven salutes Old Glory 10/30/2008 Fairhaven School received the gift of a new flagpole and flag.
	Photos: Scary stories at the gazeboo 10/30/2008 West Jefferson hosts a first-time, family-friendly Halloween event at the downtown gazebo.
	Voters Guide 10/30/2008 Learn about the candidates for U.S. Congress.
	South Charleston: Southeastern’s FCCLA sends trees to troops 10/30/2008 Southeastern High School’s Family, Career & Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) and South Charleston American Legion Post 176 are taking part in Operation Evergreen.
	South Charleston's Christmas moves to Saturday 10/30/2008 For the first time in 12 years, South Charleston will celebrate Christmas on a weekend.
	South Charleston: Events 10/30/2008 Find out what's going on in and around South Charleston the month of November.
	Paws & Pals dinner slated 10/30/2008 The Humane Society of Madison County recently announced the recipients of this year’s Bonsai Awards.
	Photos: WJ's Riders grasp share of title 10/30/2008 West Jefferson whomps Licking Heights to end the regular season with a share of the conference title.
	Photos: OSU vs. Penn State 10/30/2008 The Buckeyes can't take down the Nittany Lions.
	Community Calendar 10/30/2008 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 10/30/2008
	Crossing the line together 10/24/2008 According to the official results, John Mark Kauffman finished one second and one place ahead of his wife, Krista, in the Columbus Marathon on Oct. 19. In actuality, the couple crossed the line, hand-in-hand, at the same time.
	Sparks runs 26 miles with drum sticks 10/24/2008 Most people plan for months to run a marathon. Others go if the mood strikes them.
	Building options on agenda for M. Plains 10/24/2008 Representatives of the Ohio School Facilities Commission (OSFC) will meet with Madison-Plains school board members and administrators at 1 p.m. Nov. 5 in the high school auditorium. Superintendent Bernie Hall wants residents in the district to be there, t
	London sergeant tapped for national FBI Academy 10/24/2008 London Police Sgt. David Wiseman will attend the FBI National Academy this winter. According to Chief Peter Tobin, Wiseman is the first officer from London to attend the academy.
	West Jefferson may invest in CDs 10/24/2008 At the Oct. 20 West Jefferson Council meeting, Finance Director Jack Herrel proposed an ordinance to allow the village to buy certificates of deposit (CDs) with encumbered money in the village’s bank account.
	Schools move forward with OSFC 10/24/2008 After taking a step backward to downscale its Phase II construction plans, the London Board of Education took a step forward in the process at its recent meeting.
	Public can ask questions at school forum 10/24/2008 As superintendent of London City Schools, one of Steve Allen’s goals is to improve communications with the community. One way he is doing that is through a "Community Forum."
	Spahn wins Friend award 10/24/2008 Sheri Spahn of London was one of four individuals recognized as an Outstanding Friend of Public Education at the Ohio School Boards Association’s Central Region fall conference.
	MP renovation committee submits first check 10/24/2008 There were plenty of donations and pats on the back to go around at the Oct. 21 meeting of the Madison-Plains school board.
	Scholarship dinner set for Nov. 8 10/24/2008 Janice Streit was dedicated to her job as an educator. That’s why her family is dedicating proceeds from an upcoming night of food and entertainment to a scholarship fund in her name.
	Students "Picture America" 10/24/2008 They say, "A picture is worth a thousand words," to which London City Schools might add, "and a whole bunch of art, history, civics and literature lessons."
	Monroe Twp. will vote on zoning 10/24/2008 Monroe Township is the only township in Madison County that is not zoned. On Nov. 4, voters will decide if the township will stay that way or adopt a zoning plan.
	Voters Guide 10/24/2008 Learn about the candidates running for state representative (84th district), Madison County coroner, and Madison County engineer.
	Photo: Making purses out of pants 10/24/2008 Alyssa Rayburn finds new use for old pants and sells the end product at the West Jefferson farmers market.
	Photo: Donations made to West Jeff marching band 10/24/2008
	Photos: LMS adopts a highway 10/24/2008 Student council members work to keep Route 38 free of litter in front of London High School and London Elementary School.
	Friend's House looking for volunteers 10/24/2008 By way of a 2008 proclamation designating October as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, President George W. Bush reiterated his administration's dedication "to eradicating domestic violence and helping victims find the compassion, comfort, and he
	Ray-Nor Farms earns recognition 10/24/2008 Each November, the Madison Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) hosts a banquet to recognize people in the county who help to protect natural resources.
	Letter: West Jeff’s downtown needs to be walkable 10/24/2008 In light of the recent discussions of the downtown revitalization of West Jefferson, I would like to give my perspective. I have been a homeowner in West Jefferson and an investor in several downtown properties for 10-plus years.
	Letter: Vote yes on state Issue 5 10/24/2008 I am concerned about the economic impact that payday loans have on local communities. For that reason, I am announcing my support for Issue 5.
	In the garden: Plant bulbs now 10/24/2008 Think spring—fragrant purple hyacinth, cheerful yellow daffodils and classic red tulips. With some planning in November, gardeners can enjoy a colorful show of these spring-blooming bulbs.
	Remember When: Sawmill in Madison County 10/24/2008 This picture shows a sawmill operation that was somewhere in Madison County.
	Community Calendar 10/24/2008 Find out what's going on in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 10/24/2008
	Genealogy info uprooted again 10/16/2008 In the last month, a collection of Madison County genealogy materials has gone from the London Public Library to West Jefferson’s Hurt-Battelle Memorial Library to the hands of the Madison County Genealogy Society.
	Tolles cuts ribbon on expansion 10/16/2008 Tolles Career and Technical Center celebrated the completion of a year's worth of construction and renovation on Oct. 14 with a ribbon cutting ceremony at their Plain City area campus.
	Photos: West Jefferson vs. London girls soccer 10/16/2008 Two Madison County teams go at it in regular and sectional tournament play.
	London starts road, water repairs 10/16/2008 Curb work began Oct. 14 on a 450-foot stretch of Lafayette Street (Route 42) in London.
	WJ schools outline five-year financial forecast 10/16/2008 The price of education is not cheap and for districts like Jefferson Local, even the costs for cutting grass, resurfacing parking lots, and providing transportation are spiraling out of sight.
	Mt. Sterling Center adds programs 10/16/2008 The Mount Sterling Community Center continues to add new programs for children and adults.
	Photos: Motors in Mount Sterling 10/16/2008 Motorcycle enthusiasts gather at Mount Sterling Community Center.
	Cooper is dog-gone proud of GED 10/16/2008 Margie Cooper, 53, earned her GED this month, and she has something—actually, a lot of somethings—to say about it and what came before it.
	London drag racer earns her first title 10/16/2008 Logan Miller, 13, daughter of Dustin and Jennifer Miller of London, claimed her first drag racing championship this season at National Trail Raceway in Hebron, Ohio.
	Alder Schools still looking for land 10/16/2008 Jonathan Alder Local Schools continues to look for property for the district’s next building project—replacement of Plain City Elementary.
	Photos: Close look 10/16/2008 Jefferson Township firefighters visit Hurt-Battelle Memorial Library to gives kids a close-up look at what they do.
	Doc's office home to new Plain City Free Clinic 10/16/2008 Plain City area residents who meet certain criteria now have a place to go for free medical office visits.
	Photos: West Jefferson blanks Millersport 10/16/2008 The Roughriders romp to victory with a 55-0 game against Millersport on Oct. 10.
	Voters Guide 10/16/2008 Read about the candidates for Madison County commissioner, prosecutor, clerk of courts, and treasurer.
	Guest Column: Life is a journey; the same goes for recovery 10/16/2008 Life is a journey best savored when we take it one day at a time, embracing our successes, and taking moments to rest or regroup when we hit a roadblock.
	Column: Don’t let economy get you down; rise above 10/16/2008 The economy continues to mercilessly bear down on central Ohio.
	Letter: Museum is great local attraction 10/16/2008 I recently had the good fortune, during a short stay in London, to visit the Madison County History Museum.
	Photos: London and West Jefferson boys' soccer 10/16/2008
	Photos: OSU takes the win against Purdue 10/16/2008 Buckeyes continue their Big 10 winning streak with a 16-3 victory over Purdue.
	Community Calendar 10/16/2008 Find out what's going on in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 10/16/2008
	Breast Cancer Awareness: Renowned artist helps with fund-raiser 10/11/2008 Art collectors the world over have been inspired by the way P. Buckley Moss captures the quiet beauty of rural scenery and the plain yet deeply religious ways of the Amish and Mennonite people.
	Library hosts P. Buckley Moss book signing, exhibit 10/11/2008 London Public Library will offer two additional ways for the public to get to know P. Buckley Moss, her art, and another cause dear to the artist's heart -- helping children with learn-ing impairments to succeed in school and life.
	WJ Schools ask for voters’ support 10/11/2008 Politicians may pledge No New Taxes, but the Jefferson Local School District is holding firm on that promise for renewal of a 15-year-old 0.5 percent income tax.
	London firemen’s rescue efforts are cat’s meow 10/11/2008
	Post office is surplus; Galbreath Hall may be next 10/11/2008 West Jefferson Village Council voted unanimously on Oct. 6 to list the post office building as surplus. This makes the property eligible for sale in the future.
	Recycle televisions on Oct. 18 10/11/2008 With full-power television stations set to switch from analog to digital broadcasting on Feb. 17, 2009, what should be done with all the analog TVs?
	Golden Eagle band’s performance is breakthrough 10/11/2008 After finishing last in their first two contests, the Madison-Plains High School marching band rededicated themselves to a higher level of performance and discipline.
	PCE teacher wins OfficeMax prizes 10/11/2008 As a teacher, it’s one joy to know your students love you for what you do, but a whole other joy when you realize your peers believe in you, too.
	Merchants in on WJ’s Gazeboo, too 10/11/2008 Halloween and Christmas, as well as an opportunity to leave lasting markers at historical sites, topped the agenda at the West Jefferson Business Council’s Oct. 4 meeting.
	Storm cleanup continues 10/11/2008 London continues to deal with problems brought on by the Sept. 14 wind storm.
	WJ's first Farmers Market pie contest is sweet success 10/11/2008 The winner of the West Jefferson Farmers Market's first pie baking contest says baking a good pie is easy. He has a stack of pies at home in his freezer to prove it.
	Voter's Guide: Nov. 4 Election 10/11/2008 State Senate 10th District, Madison County Sheriff, Madison County Judge of Court of Common Pleas, Madison County Recorder
	Photos: West Jefferson homecoming 10/11/2008 West Jefferson beat Fisher Catholic on homecoming weekend, Alexa Geanangel was crowned the homecoming queen, and the OSU drum majors performed.
	Photos: London vs. West Jefferson volleyball 10/11/2008 West Jefferson takes the win over in-county opponent, London.
	Column: Mrs. Tom Cruise is a scrapbook addict, too 10/11/2008 Dear Katie Holmes, Finally! You and I have something in common, other than Ohio born and bred.
	In the Garden: Replace trees damaged or lost in windstorm 10/11/2008 In the aftermath of the recent windstorm, the Ohio State University Extension Agency of Madison County is encouraging county residents to plant trees to replace lost or damaged ones.
	Remember When: Pre-1900 view of Main St. 10/11/2008
	Around Town: Photos and Information 10/11/2008 Lifepointe Family Center opens. London Middle School invites public to book fair. Farm Science Review dedicates new building.
	Community Calendar 10/11/2008
	Obituaries 10/11/2008
	London bicentennial planners unveil logo 10/03/2008 It won't be long before bicentennial logos start showing up on letterhead, if not shirts, hats and Christmas ornaments, too.
	Voters will decide five state issues in fall election 10/03/2008 Ohioans will face five state issues on the Nov. 4 ballot including four state constitu-tional amendments and a referendum.
	South Charleston: Gingerbread Festival 10/03/2008 Annual hometown event attracts Civil War reenactors, vendors, and, of course, gingerbread lovers.
	It's all about service above self 10/03/2008 On Sept. 25, the London Rotary Club honored five people "who's spirit we wish we had more of."
	London fish hatchery clear of virus 10/03/2008 Castalia and London state fish hatcheries are free of Viral Hemorrhagic Septicemia (VHS), according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife.
	Genealogy collection moves to WJ 10/03/2008 London Public Library's genealogy collection - from an index of over 60,000 obituaries to veterans service records - are now housed at Hurt-Battelle Memorial Library in West Jefferson.
	Tolles staff nabs three state awards 10/03/2008 At Tolles Career & Technical Center in Plain City, the primary part of the educational institution's mission is the importance of putting students first.
	Humane Society: Fido Fuel Fund and Pet of the Month 10/03/2008 The Humane Society of Madison County recently established a relationship with the Animal Humane Society in Minneapolis, Minn. This relationship allows for the transport of dogs from the shelter in London to their facility.
	South Charleston: New Miami View principal is 40-year educator 10/03/2008 Forty years of doing anything might get old for some people. Not for N. Marvin Dalton. He has been an educator for 40 years and sees himself in the profession for another eight to 10.
	South Charleston: Calendar of Events 10/03/2008 Find out what's going on at Houston Library, the Opera House and more.
	New book highlights Ohio's role in Civil War 10/03/2008 Countless books have been written about the American Civil War, but few have demonstrated the important role the state of Ohio, along with the Union's western armies, played in helping the Northern cause.
	Biker dude helps me cope with cancer 10/03/2008 Sometimes you just have to cry. Like the day in November three years ago when I answered a phone call from the doctor.
	Community Calendar 10/05/2008 Find out what's going on in and around Madison County.
	Photos: West Jefferson volleyball and football 10/06/2008 The West Jefferson Roughriders celebrate recent victories.
	Photos: Around Town 10/06/2008 West Jefferson's homecoming court; Jonathan Alder's Volley for the Cure; Hospital's 20,000-hour volunteer; and Governor's visit to London.
	Remember When: Cadet band and Corn Boys 10/06/2008 In 1916, the London Cadet Band traveled with Corn Boys and Science Girls to D.C.
	Wright State researches breast cancer in county 09/26/2008 A team of researchers from Wright State University’s Boonshoft School of Medicine will help Madison County investigate why the county has the highest breast cancer rate and the highest mortality rate due to breast cancer in Ohio.
	Enrollment projections downsize school project 09/26/2008 A new set of enrollment projections has significantly changed the scope of the London City Schools’ next construction and renovation project.
	Old-fashioned food & fun 09/26/2008 Mount Sterling Good Ole Days revs up hometown fun with a great parade, delicious food and scads of activities.
	Wind storm's aftermath costs tens of thousands 09/26/2008 The cost of debris removal and emergency services in the aftermath of the Sept. 14 wind storm has added up to tens of thousands of dollars for some Madison County entities.
	Photos: Marching across the county 09/26/2008 The Madison County Band Festival brought the county's four high school marching bands together at Madison-Plains.
	OSU drum majors to visit West Jeff 09/26/2008 Imagine over 100,000 fans on their feet, applauding wildly, as you enter the Horseshoe with a gleaming silver stick in your hand.
	Hip-hoppers will hold camp 09/26/2008 Inspired in part by the popularity of the television shows “Dancing with the Stars” and “So You Think You Can Dance,” Madison-Plains High School has jumped into the world of hip-hop.
	St. Pat's puts on Oktoberfest tailgate 09/26/2008 The St. Patrick Catholic Church congregation is trying a new approach to its annual festival. The theme is Oktoberfest and the main attraction is Buckeyes football.
	Photos: London plays Hamilton Township 09/26/2008 Athletes get their heads into the game during soccer match between Red Raiders and Rangers.
	Column: Silence isn't just golden 09/26/2008 Complete silence is rare. Sound is a showy thing that dances about with an insisting, “Listen to me,” sometimes faintly, but it is there.
	Column: In the Garden 09/26/2008 Harvest and enjoy herbs through winter months.
	Movie Review: Ghost Town gets a B- 09/26/2008 In most romantic comedies featuring a guy who repels women, casting directors employ handsome, chiseled leading men, put them in a bad wig or make them wear glasses and expect the audience to believe they still have a problem attracting members of the opp
	Letters to the Editor 09/26/2008 Readers write about library cards and Beatlemania.
	Remember When: Golf Club opened in 1925 09/26/2008 London Country Club in its early days.
	Community Calendar 09/26/2008 Find out what's going on in and around Madison County.
	Around town: photos 09/26/2008 Blessing of the pets; Jonathan Alder homecoming court; and HELP House craft show.
	Obituaries 09/26/2008
	Windstorm rips county 09/19/2008
	"Idol" winner pursues a dream 09/19/2008 John Crabtree of Plain City says he is "as country as cornbread."
	Reel Deal: Coen brothers produce another gem 09/19/2008 "Burn After Reading," the latest gem from Joel and Ethan Coen, is a conspiracy espionage thriller featuring a "league of morons" fighting over nothing, and the disastrous consequences for just about everyone involved.
	Shekinah Festival 09/19/2008
	Safety Expo 09/19/2008
	Riders win 09/19/2008
	FFA program rewarding for students 09/19/2008 Class officers of the Madison Plains Future Farmers of America (FFA) organization gave a PowerPoint presentation to the Madison Plains Board of Education during the Sept. 16 meeting.
	Remember When: Water Works in the 1930s 09/19/2008 This photo of the London Water Works was taken some time in the 1930s. It was located where are present water works are on Chrisman Avenue.
	Rare prehistoric moose bones found 09/19/2008 Last month, a backhoe operator stumbled on a unique find while digging up clay on a property near Medina, Ohio. At about 16 feet deep, the equipment brought up a partial skull and antlers of what looked like a giant moose.
	Obituaries 09/19/2008
	Dancing days are here again 09/19/2008 American Legion Post 417 will host line dance party Sept. 27
	Dedra's Diary: There's nothing like a sideline view of OSU 09/19/2008 Coming from an unusual family, I am used to the odd discussions, but the one my sister and I had a few weeks back was a real mind bender.
	Londonites part of Brutus parade 09/11/2008 The Ohio State University's mascot, Brutus Buckeye, is sporting more than a striped shirt and red sweatpants this season, thanks in part to Kim and Dave Lattimer of London.
	Good Ole Days set in Mt. Sterling 09/11/2008 Just because they're called the Good Ole Days doesn't mean there's nothing new.
	Business Council discusses future of West Jefferson 09/11/2008 Attendance was small, but ideas and plans were in abundance Sept. 6 as about 15 members of the West Jefferson Business Council.......
	Jonathan Alder looking at land purchase 09/11/2008 The Jonathan Alder school district has its eye on a land purchase for the construction of a new building to replace Plain City Elementary.
	Levy is renewal, Mullett says 09/11/2008 Jefferson Local Schools Superintendent William Mullett hopes voters will continue a trend started 15 years ago when they passed a half-percent income tax supporting the school district.
	Bringing community into the school 09/11/2008 Ever wonder what a typical school day is like these days?
	Column: A true believer is born after makeover party 09/11/2008 All Jazzed Up........
	Column: HBO"s "True Blood" packs big bite 09/11/2008 The Reel Deal reviews new HBO series......
	Photo: Celebrating 45 years of babies 09/11/2008 Celebrating 45 years of babies
	Photo: Rough Riders take down Silver Knights 09/11/2008 Rough Riders take down Silver Knights
	Photos: Buckeyes pull it off 09/11/2008 Photos of the game between the Buckeyes and Bobcats.....
	Community Calendar 09/11/2008 Find a listing of community events here......
	Obituaries 09/11/2008
	State fire marshal investigates Rax fire as arson 09/05/2008 The State Fire Marshal’s office is conducting an arson investigation following a fire that destroyed the vacant Rax Restaurant building at 110 W. High St. in London.
	Questions and levies fill ballot 09/05/2008 The filing deadline for issues to appear on Madison County’s Nov. 4 election ballot was Aug. 21.
	Ox Roast: Photos from the Festival 09/05/2008 Photographer Jeff Pfeil captures scenes from the 2008 West Jefferson Ox Roast Festival, held Labor Day Weekend.
	Ox Roast: Queens are crowned 09/05/2008 Ox Roast royalty is crowned.
	Ox Roast: Babies, babies, babies 09/05/2008 Winners are named in the Ox Roast baby contest.
	PC-Georgesville keeps patrol busy 09/05/2008 On any given day, more than 4,000 cars travel certain parts of Plain City-Georgesville Road, making it the most heavily traveled county road in Madison County.
	EMA hosts Safety Town on Sept. 13 09/05/2008 If a natural or manmade disaster strikes, will you be prepared? The Madison County Emergency Management Agency can help.
	Little Darby rec area could cause trouble, resident says 09/05/2008 A West Jefferson resident at the Sept. 2 council meeting voiced apprehension to the village’s proposed plan to lease land from the state near the Little Darby River.
	Tourney benefits Elfrink boy 09/05/2008 Corey Bennett of London has been raising money to fight cancer since before Nathan Elfrink was born. This year, 6-year-old Nathan was the beneficiary of the seventh annual Bennett Memorial Softball Tournament.
	Shekinah Fest set for Sept. 13 09/05/2008 The 29th annual Shekinah Festival and Auction is set for Sept. 12-13.
	Shekinah is tourney runner-up 09/05/2008 Shekinah Christian School places second in Madison-Plains volleyball tournament.
	Lightning delays game 09/05/2008 Madison-Plains and West Jefferson's football teams play one game over the course of two days, thanks to a lightning delay.
	Pooches on parade in West Jefferson 09/05/2008 Hurt Battelle Memorial Library in West Jefferson held its first-ever Pooch Parade.
	Photos: Around Town 09/05/2008 The Red Bonnet Biddies donate to hospital. Soil and Water gives calendars to teachers. Seniors compete in their own Olympics.
	Letters to the Editor 09/05/2008
	Remember When: What came before Rax 09/05/2008 The structure at 110 W. High St. in London, formerly a Rax Restaurant, was destroyed by fire on Sept. 1, 2008. Until the mid-1970s, the property was home to London Lumber and Coal.
	Movie Review: Hamlet 2 not a classic 09/05/2008 We have all heard the old saying of “Those who can’t do, teach,” which in my opinion is quite ridiculous, but in the movie “Hamlet 2,” it’s very accurate.
	Community Calendar 09/05/2008 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 09/05/2008
	Steps To Your Dreams will offer hippotherapy 08/30/2008 A local group is looking for volunteers to walk to raise money for a special kind of therapy that helps people who may not be able to walk on their own.
	Coin commemorates stands 08/30/2008 Madison-Plains dedicates its new home-side athletic field stands at the Aug. 22 home opener football game against Hamilton Township.
	More poll workers are needed for ’08 election 08/30/2008 For the big election in November, the Madison County Board of Elections needs more than 100 more poll workers to sign up. Training is set for mid-September.
	Jonathan Alder band expands by 20 musicians 08/30/2008 Jonathan Alder football fans will be treated to a new half-time show at every home game this season. At one game, even the musicians on the field will be new.
	WJ marchers inspired by TBDBITL 08/30/2008 Elmer Broecker has injected enthusiasm into the West Jefferson High School marching band by introducing them to members of the "Best Damn Band in the Land"—that of The Ohio State University.
	London band joins the circus 08/30/2008 This season’s half-time show highlights songs from "Cirque du Soleil," the international entertainment phenomenon. Director Craig Lewis picked the theme for its creative potential.
	WJ soccer "shoots for the cure" 08/30/2008 "I’m all for doing something other than just playing the game—something that might captivate the interest of the girls and the parents," said Coach John Starr about the West Jefferson girls' soccer team's participation in "Shoot for the Cure."
	County health commissioner retires 08/30/2008 The Madison County/London City Health District is looking for a new health commissioner.
	South Charleston Sports: CC team has potential 08/30/2008 "This could be one of the best seasons Southeastern has had," said Josh Murray, head cross country coach.
	South Charleston Sports: Netters seek repeat league title 08/30/2008 Southeastern’s volleyball team walloped the Ohio Heritage Conference last year, taking the title with a league record of 14-0.
	South Charleston Sports: Character is coach's approach 08/30/2008 "We are working to instill character into our student athletes. We are really stressing the fact that we need to become a family and gel together as one," said Greg Bonifay, new head coach of Southeastern's football team.
	South Charleston Sports: Golfers are young group 08/30/2008 In his first year as Southeastern's golf coach, Mike Parker is working with a relatively young team that shows promise for the years to come.
	South Charleston Sports: Hayslip returns as goalie 08/30/2008 The girls' soccer team at Southeastern is a study in contrasts.
	South Charleston Sports: Sophomores fill roster 08/30/2008 Southeastern's boys' soccer team broke its 18-game losing streak with an early season win over West Jefferson.
	South Charleston: Band marches with upbeat attitude 08/30/2008 "I'm really excited for the year because of how positive the kids are being this year and how motivated they are to do well," said Ryan Scherber, director of Southeastern High School's marching band.
	South Charleston Sports: Cheerleaders 08/30/2008 South Charleston's varsity cheerleaders root on the team.
	South Charleston: Photos around town 08/30/2008 The American Legion hosts its annual Cruzin' the Park car show, and the library welcomes the soothing sounds of harpist Leslie Arendt.
	West Jefferson holds Athletic Hall of Fame induction 08/30/2008 West Jefferson High School inducts one coach and three former athletes into its Athletic Hall of Fame prior to the Roughriders' football home opener against Mechanicsburg.
	Column: State report card a joke 08/30/2008 Is there anything more convoluted and nonsensical than the state school report card and its accompanying array of ever-changing tests, rules, procedures, and seemingly make-it-up-as-you-go scoring system?
	Remember When: Bridgeman building bird's eye view 08/30/2008 Milt Mustard, division manager of the London office of Ohio Edison, stands atop the roof of the Bridgeman Building in downtown London in the 1960s.
	In the Garden: No-fail Flowers 08/30/2008 As my spring enthusiasm for gardening now wanes, I gain greater appreciation for the prolific catmint, self-seeding cleomes and hardy sedums still blooming in the dog days of summer.
	Community Calendar 08/30/2008 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 08/30/2008
	State says: MP schools effective 08/21/2008 The latest state test results were released last week. Once again, the Madison-Plains School District has been rated "effective."
	Photos: Lilly Chapel Homecoming 08/21/2008 Trinity United Methodist Church hosts its 25th Lilly Chapel Homecoming.
	New London councilwoman thrives on civic service 08/21/2008 London City Council's newest member has 41 years of experience working with the public.
	Red Raider football shows hit the radio waves 08/21/2008 London's radio station, WCYC-LP 105.1 FM, offers two new ways to get your London High School football fix—the "Coach Bill Dennis Daily Show" every weekday morning and the "Red Raider Roundtable" every Tuesday night.
	Truck driver's extra pasta benefits London groups 08/21/2008 A shipping error put plenty of spaghetti in pots around London.
	West Jeff schools prep for fall levy 08/21/2008 At a special work session on Aug. 18, members of the Jefferson Local Board of Education discussed the upcoming levy and a proposal to save money on energy bills.
	WJ teachers mentor new staff 08/21/2008 The classroom can be a scary place, not only for first-time students, but for new teachers as well.
	MP band doubles its ranks 08/21/2008 The Madison-Plains High School marching band has chosen a train theme for its half-time show this football season. It’s appropriate for a program that’s on the right track.
	City and school board agree to land exchange 08/21/2008 On Aug. 18, the London Board of Education approved the terms of a land exchange with the City of London.
	Donated toys shipped to Iraq 08/21/2008 Toys from Plain City and Hilliard are part of a unique partnership involving the war in Iraq.
	WJ water plant won't be done until January 08/21/2008 Completion of West Jefferson's newly built water treatment plant has been delayed due to electrical issues.
	Ox Roast Preview: Schedule of Events 08/21/2008 West Jefferson's fall festival is set for Friday, Aug. 29 through Monday, Sept. 1.
	Ox Roast Preview: Queen perseveres 08/21/2008 "Time flies when you're having fun" is something I learned firsthand as the 2007-08 Miss Ox Roast queen.
	Ox Roast Preview: Bike ride and Idol contest 08/21/2008 Among the many contests and activities planned for the Ox Roast are the "Ride with the Ox" bicycle tour and the Madison County Ox Idol singing contest.
	Ox Roast Preview: Estep named grand marshal 08/21/2008 "I like the people of West Jefferson. They make you feel right at home,"said Ed Estep, who has called West Jefferson home for over six decades.
	Names in the News 08/21/2008 Wurm and Bluestein to marry; West Jeff Patrol Post troopers honored; Madison-Plains Class of 1983 reunites.
	Car sale to benefit Children's Hospital 08/21/2008 Mount Sterling auto dealer has rare Challenger on lot, which has gained attention. The dealer hopes to turn that attention into money for Children's Hospital.
	Column: Olympics unite people 08/21/2008 The Olympic flame burned brightly at the XXIX Olympiad.
	Column: Jury duty not so bad 08/21/2008 This time last month, I received something dreaded in the mail. No, it wasn’t a severed head; it was a summons for jury duty.
	Movie Review: "Tropic Thunder" storms into theaters 08/21/2008 Even before the hilarious trailers for "Tropic Thunder" started to hit the airways, all I heard was how "great" the cameo by Tom Cruise was.
	Remember When: London Lighting Station 08/21/2008 The London Lighting Station was built in 1896 on Cherry Street. This was where the electric power was generated for London.
	Community Calendar 08/21/2008 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 08/21/2008
	Overcrowded PC school may add modular units 08/15/2008 Modular classrooms may be needed at Plain City Elementary this year as enrollment figures at the elementary level continue to climb in the Jonathan Alder Local School District.
	Midway hosts powwow 08/15/2008 In Native American culture, the drum represents the heartbeat of the people. As such, it is the central pulse of a powwow.
	Free clinic honors Shunk 08/15/2008 It was a celebration touched with sadness Aug. 6 as Elaine Ewald paid tribute to Rev. Lynn Shunk, a founding board member of the Madison County Health Partners Free Clinic, during the clinic’s three-year anniversary dessert at St. Patrick’s Parish Hall.
	Chalk on the Walk 08/15/2008 Plain City Public Library wrapped up its summer reading program with its annual Chalk on the Walk. Youngsters and adults were invited to create temporary artwork on the sidewalks outside of the library.
	In the Garden: Try collecting rain water in barrels 08/15/2008 After last week’s downpour, I was happy to find a new supply of water in my rain barrel.
	Remember When: County Children's Home 08/15/2008 Prior to 1889, the indigent of Madison County were kept in children's homes in other counties.
	Community Calendar 08/15/2008 Check out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 08/15/2008
	You'll never see another Vette like it 08/07/2008 Some car enthusiasts are staunch about sticking to stock parts. Others go wild with customization. Kevin Congrove definitely belongs to the second group.
	Citizens to find ways to revitalize Mt. Sterling 08/07/2008 “We want to start with small projects and get something done so that people can see that with group effort and not a lot of money, we can do things that make the community better,” says John Shilling.
	Weatherman will lead parade in Lilly Chapel 08/07/2008 Naming a weatherman as parade grand marshal can be risky business, says NBC 4 Chief Meteorologist Jym Ganahl.
	Development requires law changes 08/07/2008 As Columbus developer MTB Corp. continues to sell portions of the West Jefferson Commerce Park, the Village of West Jefferson is making sure it receives necessary payments.
	Election HQs open on Main 08/07/2008 In preparation for the November election, the Madison County Democratic and Republican central committees have opened party headquarters in downtown London.
	Tri-County fire fighters fix up 1936 pumper 08/07/2008 When golfers tee off Aug. 16 at the Tri-County Firefighters golf outing, they’ll be swinging for the department’s past and future.
	Golf outings benefit many good causes 08/07/2008 Hit the greens and raise some green for Madison County Hospital's breast care initiative, prostate cancer research, the Muscular Dystrophy Association, Madison-Plains FFA scholarships, and the Tri-County Fire Department.
	Back to School: Landscape students help at Arlington Cemetery 08/09/2008 Landscape students at Tolles Career and Technical Center were the first high schoolers to participate in “Renewal and Remembrance” at Arlington National Cemetery in Washington, D.C.
	Back to School: Plain City adds latchkey and breakfast programs 08/09/2008 New latchkey and breakfast programs are being offered to Plain City Elementary students this school year.
	Back to School: Important dates 08/09/2008 When's the first day of school? What time is orientation? Is there a back-to-school ice cream social scheduled? This list outlines need-to-know dates for each private and public school in Madison County.
	Back to School: Supply giveaways help kids stock up for class 08/09/2008 Area churches and organizations have planned back-to-school events to give away school supplies.
	ODNR: "Leave wild animals alone" 08/09/2008 When people encounter wild animals that appear to be injured or orphaned, they often want to do what they can to help. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife advises people to leave them alone.
	Over 700 stimulus payments unclaimed in Madison County 08/09/2008 Congresswoman Deborah Pryce announced that more than 700 Madison County residents, mostly Social Security and Veterans Administration (VA) beneficiaries, have not yet applied for their economic stimulus payments.
	Ox Roast sets guidelines for royalty contests 08/09/2008 The West Jefferson Ox Roast will take place Aug. 29 through Sept. 1. Royalty contests are part of the fun.
	Bikeway scene of prairie restoration 08/09/2008 The Xenia to London portion of the Ohio to Erie Trail was named the Prairie Grass Trail because it traverses an area that used to be a mosaic of forests and prairies in pre-settlement days.
	Photos: Around Town 08/09/2008 Shiloh Mennonite welcomes a new senior pastor. Cloverbud 4-Hers enjoy summer camp.
	Column: Journey through ‘Oz’ opens eyes to culture 08/09/2008 I recently got back from Australia, or “Oz” as the Aussies like to call it.
	Letter to the Editor: What has county Health Dept. been up to? 08/09/2008 Did you know about some of the services the Madison County/London City Health Department provided last year?
	Remember When: House at the Fish Hatchery 08/09/2008 This house once stood on the grounds of the Fish Hatchery located at the corner of Old Springfield Road and Roberts Mill Road adjacent to the London Correctional Institution.
	Community Calendar 08/09/2008 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 08/09/2008
	Church service caters to those with disabilities 08/01/2008 St. John's Lutheran Church has developed a worship service designed for children and adults who have developmental disabilities, such as mental retardation and autism.
	Battelle donates with citizens' safety in mind 08/01/2008 With Madison County residents' safety in mind, Battelle donated a total of $10,500 to emergency first responders on July 25.
	South Charleston: Research site gets new facility 08/01/2008 Located three-and-a-half miles northwest of South Charleston on Route 41, the Western Agricultural Research Station conducts experiments that impact agriculture here and abroad. Until early July, the work was done from humble quarters.
	South Charleston: Southeastern seeks new Miami View principal 08/01/2008 Once again, Southeastern Local Schools is in need of a principal for grades kindergarten through eighth at Miami View School.
	South Charleston: Events 08/01/2008 Legion Post 176's annual Cruzin' the Park car show. Houston Library's schedule of events for August. Photo from the Steam Show.
	Learn to line dance in Mt. Sterling 08/01/2008 Mount Sterling American Legion Post 417 is hosting a seven-week series of country line dance lessons leading up to a dance on Sept. 27.
	Hospital shines spotlight on Business Partners 08/01/2008 The Madison County Hospital Foundation honored 76 business and civic organizations at a Business Partners Breakfast.
	State Fair pilots recycling program 08/01/2008 Patrons of Ohio Proud food stands in the Taste of Ohio Caf� can help keep the fairgrounds greener this year by participating in a pilot program designed to reduce waste.
	Catch all the entertainment at the Ohio State Fair 08/01/2008 Saddle up the family car, gather up the kids, grab your wallets and purses, and head out to a 155-year-old celebration of the best Ohio has to offer in agriculture, arts, crafts, food, and entertainment.
	Names in the News 08/01/2008 Red Cross gets new director. Plain City native nabs college v.p. job. Fraley heads up mentoring program. Quilter wins award. Community Action hires services director. Plain City woman to walk 60 miles to raise money for cancer foundation.
	Military News 08/01/2008 Military personnel from Plain City, South Charleston, Mount Sterling and London complete various trainings.
	Photos: Around Town 08/01/2008 Winning West Jefferson baseball team, Legion scholars, Retired Teachers Association scholar, and repair work at animal shelter.
	Column: So much for the saying: ‘Just like riding a bike’ 08/01/2008 Okay, ladies. You know how it goes. During the winter months, we snuggle up in jeans and comfy sweaters and feast on stews and pumpkin pies.
	In the Garden: Help lawns beat the heat 08/01/2008 Is the recent heat wave browning your once lush lawn? In a web conference, Rich Martinez, vice president of environmental stewardship at Scotts Miracle-Gro Co. in Marysville, offered several lawn care tips for surviving the sweltering sun.
	Remember When: Regiment marches to station 08/01/2008 Company C, Fourth Regiment from London, marches to the London train station on Main Street in 1916.
	Movie Review: "Step Brothers" gets B- 08/01/2008 If your singing voice was described as a cross between Fergie and Jesus, would you let one humiliating moment caused by a younger sibling during a pirate musical get you down?
	Movie Review: "X-Files" is ecstasy 08/01/2008 Like a mother who carries a child in her womb, I knew I would love the new "X-Files" movie before I sat down in the darkened theatre and gazed upon the visage of Mulder and Scully on the big screen.
	Community Calendar 08/02/2008 Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 08/02/2008
	Trip back in tractor time 07/25/2008 The Miami Valley Steam Thresher Show always draws a big crowd in Plain City.
	Land swap negotiation continues 07/25/2008 "Negotiations are very positive and moving toward a conclusion," said Stan Kavy, chairman of London City Council's facilities committee.
	Local man takes helm at middle school 07/25/2008 On July 21, the Madison-Plains Board of Education extended a unanimous welcome to its new middle school principal, Jeffrey Beane.
	West Jefferson rezones 250 acres on Route 29 07/25/2008 West Jefferson village council members agreed to rezone more than 250 acres located northeast of state Route 29 from A-1 (agricultural) to a Planned Commerce District (PCD).
	London board OKs salary increases 07/25/2008 On July 21, the London Board of Education put its stamp of approval on salary increases for various staff members.
	Patrol's longest-serving woman retires 07/25/2008 There was a point early in her career when Virginia L. Fogt was the only woman working for the Ohio State Highway Patrol.
	Mt. Sterling brothers talk about Beatles-era music 07/25/2008 First, there was "Beatlemania." Then, there was "The British Invasion." The third installment of John and David Timmons’ talks on all-things-Beatles, "America Responds to the British Invasion," is set for 7 p.m. Aug. 1 at Mount Sterling Public Library.
	Livestock sale results are big surprise 07/25/2008 The numbers for the Madison County Junior Fair livestock sales are in, and they are surprising. Twenty-two fewer animals were sold, but $16,000 more in premiums were collected over last year.
	Buy tickets, donate items to Friend's House auction 07/25/2008 A Friend's House, Madison County's domestic violence shelter, is accepting advance registrations for its first annual silent auction fundraiser planned for Aug. 23 from 4 to 8 p.m. at St. John's Lutheran Church.
	Summer fun at local libraries 07/25/2008 Photos from area summer reading programs show just how creative kids and adults can be.
	Letters to the Editor 07/25/2008 Readers give their two cents on the West Jefferson July Fourth Streetfest, Madison County Fair, and benefits for military personnel and veterans.
	Remember When: Mechanics garage 07/25/2008 Readers are asked to help identify mechanics in photo of former London car repair shop.
	Movie Review: Newest Batman installment gets an A 07/25/2008 This is probably the best movie I have seen this year. So if you can stand a spot of movie violence (along with a bigger body count, minus the gore), this is a film you cannot miss.
	Community Calendar 07/25/2008 Events happening in and around Madison County.
	Obituaries 07/25/2008
	Councilman was dedicated to civic service to London 07/18/2008 The tributes paid to Robin Reed in the months before and days after his death speak volumes about his positive impact on the community.
	Carousel choreographer acts and designs sets, too 07/18/2008 Jigger Craigin, played by Scott Jones, is the villain in Rodgers and Hammerstein's Carousel, the show Madison County Arts Council will present July 25-27 at Jonathan Alder High School.
	New principal hails from Delaware 07/18/2008 "I'm excited about being principal here and becoming an active part of the community," said Darren Fillman, the new principal at London Middle School.
	Resumes for council seat due Aug. 1 07/18/2008 Following the death of Ward 3 London City Councilman Robin Reed, the Madison County Republican Central Committee is searching for an individual to fill the vacancy.
	Car show postponed 07/18/2008 The Madison Classic Car Show, which debuted last year in West Jefferson, will not be back this summer.
	WJ hires new music teachers 07/18/2008 A pair of new faces front grades 6 through 12 music for the Jefferson Local School District. Elmer Broecker is the new instrumental instructor. Polly Wilbur is the new vocal instructor.
	One pregnancy center closes; another will open 07/18/2008 While one pregnancy care center is closing, another one is positioned to open in its place.
	Alder changes student dress code 07/18/2008 Jonathan Alder students, take notice. Females showing cleavage or students of either sex wearing jeans with holes above the knees to school will not get a warm welcome.
	In the Garden: How to combat Japanese beetles 07/18/2008 Japanese beetles have arrived in Madison County.
	Remember When: Harvesting wheat 07/18/2008 This picture shows wheat being harvested in the 1920s or '30s on the Art and Charlyne Bullard farm located near Mechanicsburg and Five Points.
	Bleachers are up 07/18/2008 Madison-Plains' new football field bleachers take just three days to construct. Home games this fall will be a whole new experience for Golden Eagle fans.
	Seton's Super Trooper singers 07/18/2008 The Seton Senior Super Trooper Singers get together every Thursday morning to "make a joyful noise."
	Community Calendar 07/18/2008 Events happening in and around Madison County
	Movie Review: Hellboy II 07/18/2008 Two years ago, I fell in love with the magnificently creepy film "Pan's Labyrinth" and subsequently its writer and director Guillermo del Toro.
	Obituaries 07/18/2008
	Developer asks for rezoning of land on Rte. 29 07/11/2008 A request by land developers in West Jefferson to rezone village property left council members debating the stipulations of a Planned Commerce District and what it might bode for the future.
	Madison-Plains sells surplus land next to school 07/11/2008 In a special meeting on July 3, the Madison-Plains Board of Education approved the sale of 5.4 acres next to Madison Rural Elementary.
	Youth picked up violin as toddler 07/11/2008 When he was 3 years old, Chase Potter of West Jefferson was fascinated by the strings in an orchestra performance televised on the Public Broadcasting System.
	New ball field dedicated in West Jeff 07/11/2008 Play ball! The cry can be heard now on a third diamond at Jack McDowell Park, formerly known as Converse Park located across from West Jefferson High School.
	Mount Sterling Fourth of July celebration 07/11/2008 Rain didn't dampen Mount Sterling residents' spirits as they came out in great numbers for the Mount Sterling Community Center's July Fourth celebration.
	West Jefferson July Fourth Celebration 07/11/2008 West Jefferson's Independence Day parade was wet, but spirits weren't. The Streetfest took place over several days in downtown West Jefferson.
	Londonite races at Nationals 07/11/2008
	Letter to the Editor: Olympians appreciate community's send-off 07/11/2008
	Community Calendar 07/11/2008
	Remember When: Madison County Infirmary 07/11/2008 Madison County appropriated funds in September 1857 to purchase land and construct buildings for a county infirmary.
	Obituaries 07/11/2008
	Fair Photos from Saturday, July 12: Awards 07/14/2008 Grand Showman of Showmen contest, special memorial awards, skillet toss
	Fair Photos from Friday, July 11: This, that and the other 07/13/2008 Rides, Cloverbuds, sale preparation and more
	Fair Photos from Thursday, July 10: Hot day at the fair 07/11/2008 Flower show, sheep show, beef show, donkey show
	Fair Photos from Thursday, July 10: Cool evening events 07/11/2008 Bull riding, horse contests, Guys and Gals Lead, etc.
	Fair Photos from Wednesday, July 9: Having fun 07/10/2008 4-H style show, fire fighters, mechanical bull, law enforcement and tractor pulls
	Fair Photos from Tuesday, July 8: From rabbits to truck pulls 07/08/2008 Rabbit show, geese taking a bath, horse shower, diesel truck pull, dress up your pig
	Fair Photos from Monday, July 7: Competitions 07/08/2008 Junior Fair horse shows, creative baking contest, dress-up-your-goat contest, dairy show
	Fair Photos from Monday, July 7: Around the Fairgrounds 07/08/2008 Chicks in the FFA Barn, animal grooming and cleaning, sack races, wheelbarrow races, Herb Society, and more!
	Fair Photos from Monday, July 7: Evening activities 07/08/2008 Ag Olympics, dairy show, fireman's show, special interest awards, gas truck pull and more
	Fair Photos from Sunday, July 6: Royalty is crowned 07/06/2008 Junior Fair king, queen and their court; Junior Fair species ambassadors
	Fair Photos from Sunday, July 6: Demo derby and more 07/06/2008 Crashed-up cars; visiting queens from other festivals
	Life Saving award goes to two sheriff deputies 07/03/2008 On June 26, Madison County Sheriff James P. Sabin presented the Buckeye State Sheriffs Association Life Saving Award to Lt. Eric Semler and Sgt. John Swaney.
	Interviews set for final 5 principal candidates 07/03/2008 London City Schools Superintendent Steve Allen has narrowed the search for a new middle school principal from 79 applicants to five.
	Photos: London Football Camp of Champions 07/03/2008 Camp of Champions, a youth football camp, took place June 23-26 and was hosted by the London High School football program.
	Rare mussels released into Big Darby 07/03/2008 Endangered species can now call the Big Darby Creek home.
	Coach craves community support 07/03/2008 Bethany Warthen looks forward to building a girls' basketball program that is supported not only by players’ families but by the community as a whole.
	Gourmet garlic sprouts on London area farm 07/03/2008 Julie and Lowell Frederick grow gourmet garlic on a farm on Route 38, north of London.
	LPD carries Special Olympics torch 07/03/2008 Every year, the Law Enforcement Torch Run makes a stop in London on its way to the Ohio Special Olympics Summer Games in Columbus. This year, London police officers were among the runners who carried the flame.
	South Charleston: Family a fixture at county fair 07/03/2008 One would be hard-pressed to find a part of the Clark County Fair that doesn’t involve a Waddle.