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| | Awards go to four West Jeff school employees
11/13/2012
In their first annual presentation of recognition awards, Jefferson Local school board members honored a quartet of employees.
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| | Memorial Hospital forges exclusive partnership with JA Schools
11/13/2012
Memorial Hospital of Union County and Jonathan Alder Local Schools have forged a partnership that gives the hospital exclusive rights to provide sports medicine services to the school district.
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| | Looks like Alder has a tenant for old elementary school
11/13/2012
Jonathan Alder Schools might have a new tenant for the old Plain City Elementary building, vacated last fall when the new school opened.
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| | Thanksgiving outreach begins
11/09/2012
HELP House has made changes to its annual Thanksgiving outreach.
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| | Heartfelt Holidays: A fun evening for a good cause
11/09/2012
Proceeds from Heartfelt Holidays go to the hospital’s Breast Cancer Endowment Fund and Heartfelt Patient Assistance Fund.
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| | Arts guild's art auction runs through Nov. 26
11/09/2012
The London Visual Arts Guild is holdings its annual silent art auction at Gallery On High, 5 E. High St., London, through Nov. 26.
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| | Column: Make the time to ask veterans about their service
11/08/2012
My dad was a World War II veteran, and I'm ashamed to say that's about all I know about it.
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| | Donate to get snowman on honorary tree
11/08/2012
For a donation of $50 or more, community members can purchase a wooden snowman ornament in honor of a loved one or special accomplishment.
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| | Alder stages hilarious play within a play
11/08/2012
From fall to fall, Jonathan Alder High School play director Shauna Piatt alternates between comedies and dramas. This year, it's comedy's turn.
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| | Actors tackle multiple roles in MP's fall play
11/08/2012
In the play, "The Dining Room," the basic set never changes: a table, surrounded by chairs, sitting center stage.
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| | By popular demand, LHS chooses to perform 'Romeo & Juliet'
11/08/2012
At London High School, modern day communication begat a centuries-old play selection.
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| | Results: Nov. 6, 2012 General Election
11/07/2012
Unofficial results from the Nov. 6 general election as released by the Madison County Board of Elections
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| | Time capsule: Saving a little bit of now for the future
11/07/2012
London veteran Tim Stonecipher will be the main speaker at a celebration of veterans and local history on Nov. 11.
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| | Thanks/Giving to raise funds for Alder athletic facility
11/07/2012
The Jonathan Alder Athletic Department and Education Foundation invite the public to a Thanks/Giving event to benefit the school's proposed practice facility for athletes.
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| | Time again for property revaluation
11/02/2012
Madison County Auditor Jennifer S. Hunter has announced the beginning of the sexennial revaluation process for tax year 2014.
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| | 2012 Veterans Day services and events
11/01/2012
In recognition of Veterans Day, several Madison County area organizations and schools have planned ceremonies that are open to the public and/or veterans and their guests.
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| | West Jefferson hires new public service director
11/01/2012
West Jefferson council approved the hiring of David W. Metzger as the village’s new public service director.
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| | Letters to the Editor
11/01/2012
Letter writers share opinions on City of London's income tax increase request.
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| | Coloring contest for kids; decorating contest for adults
11/01/2012
The 11th annual Plain City Christmas Under the Clock will take place Dec. 1.
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| | Volunteers needed to test Christmas lights
11/01/2012
Plans are rolling along for this year's Christmas in the Park in West Jefferson.
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| | 53-foot living stream up and running at new nature center
10/30/2012
Metro Parks held a grand opening ceremony Oct. 25 for the new nature center at Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park.
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| | Zombie-fied!
10/30/2012
London Public Library and the Humane Society of Madison County hosted a Zombie Walk on Oct. 27.
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| | West Jefferson solar array unique among area schools
10/29/2012
Six acres of solar panels stretch across a field behind the football stadium at Jefferson Local Schools' high school/middle school complex.
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| | Children Services will hold Race for Adoption 5K
10/29/2012
In recognition of National Adoption Month, Madison County Children Services is holding a 5K run/walk on Nov. 3.
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| | Sides go up for covered bridge over Little Darby Creek
10/25/2012
The sides of the new covered bridge over Little Darby Creek on Taylor Blair Road in West Jefferson were put in place on Oct. 24.
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| | Thanksgiving dinner in West Jefferson
10/22/2012
With the holidays approaching, West Jefferson Mayor Darlene Steele is preparing for her annual Thanksgiving community dinner.
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| | Battelle Darby Park's new nature center set to open
10/19/2012
With the opening of the park's new nature center, the learning opportunities just got more unique and diverse.
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| | London City Schools approves 5-year financial forecast
10/18/2012
As long as the London City Schools income tax levy is renewed in 2015, the district should have a positive cash fund balance through at least 2017.
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| | West Jeff council delays OK on new public service director
10/18/2012
The Village of West Jefferson is getting closer to hiring a public service director to succeed Harold Walker Jr. who retires at the end of November.
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| | Letter to the Editor: Local radio station expands programming
10/18/2012
London's radio station, WCYC-LP 105.1 FM, is now known as ReadyFM.
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| | Irving Berlin inspires this year's Music Revue
10/18/2012
The Madison County Arts Council’s fall fund-raiser, "The Irving Berlin Radio Hour," will salute the melodic mastery of an American music legend.
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| | Library and State Theatre to host Zombie Walk/Contest
10/16/2012
Walks are a popular fund-raising tool, but how often do they encourage you to tap into your inner ghoul?
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| | Oct. 27: Make A Difference Day in West Jefferson
10/16/2012
West Jefferson's 2012 Make A Difference Day will take place from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Oct. 27 in Garrette Park.
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| | Midway Elementary sells at auction
10/16/2012
Madison-Plains Local Schools auctioned off the last of its old elementary school properties on Oct. 13.
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| | Trick or Treat times for 2012
10/15/2012
Find out when your community is holding Beggars Night.
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| | Madison-Plains band advances to state finals
10/11/2012
The Madison-Plains High School marching band is making its second consecutive trip to state finals.
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| | Exhibit celebrates artists of all abilities
10/10/2012
Through Oct. 31, the activity center at MATCO Services in London is serving as a gallery for 21 pieces from Accessible Expressions Ohio.
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| | A Friend's House helps domestic violence victims
10/10/2012
A Friend's House, Madison County's domestic violence shelter, wants victims to know they have a safe place and caring people to turn to for support.
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| | City of London completes new basketball courts
10/10/2012
The transformation of half of the long defunct and deteriorating tennis courts on Park Avenue in London is complete.
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| | Alder parents boost to music and sports programs
10/10/2012
Parents of Jonathan Alder students do a lot to help the district.
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| | West Jeff preps students for success after high school
10/10/2012
Educators at West Jefferson High School want students to know learning does not stop once they get their diplomas.
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| | Madison-Plains will hold "State of the Schools" meeting
10/09/2012
Madison-Plains Local Schools will hold a State of the Schools meeting at 7 p.m. Oct. 17at the high school.
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| | Alder athletic training complex idea gains momentum
10/09/2012
John Adams says his vision of creating an athletic training complex at the Jonathan Alder High School is gaining momentum.
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| | Local students to perform with Columbus Symphony Youth Orchestra
10/04/2012
Three local youths—Samantha Allen, Samantha Zelnik and Derek Richardson—will perform with the Columbus Symphony Youth Orchestra in its first concert of the 2012-13 season.
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| | Learn how to grow giant pumpkins at Oct. 27 workshop
10/04/2012
In the world of super-sized pumpkins, some growers closely guard their secrets to success, and some bare their green thumbs for all to see.
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| | Walk-a-thon will benefit Mt. Sterling Community Center
10/04/2012
The 2nd annual walk-a-thon to benefit the Mount Sterling Community Center will take place at 9 a.m. Oct. 13.
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| | Chili cook-off to raise funds for So. Charleston pool and park
10/04/2012
South Charleston Community Park is the place to be on Oct. 13.
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| | Great central Ohio spots to see fall leaf color
10/04/2012
Although the summer of 2012 featured a record-setting drought, it appears that central Ohio's woodlands have recovered and will be ablaze with the glorious colors of autumn.
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| | Not just gingerbread
10/02/2012
Food, music and history at the South Charleston Gingerbread Festival
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| | Changes in store for WJ police property room
10/02/2012
West Jefferson Village Council is studying two proposals to update operations in the police department’s property room.
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| | London Middle School is "greenest" school in Ohio
10/01/2012
The saying goes, "The grass is always greener on the other side." In the case of London Middle School, it's the school itself that's "greener."
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| | Hospital volunteers logged over 20,000 hours this past year
10/01/2012
At Madison County Hospital, more than 120 active volunteers dedicated more then 20,000 hours this past year to helping patients, visitors and staff.
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| | Parks & Trails folks set sights on next bike path feature
09/26/2012
The Friends of Madison County Parks and Trails never stop finding ways to improve the bike path that runs through Madison County.
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| | London sets criteria for naming city-owned assets
09/26/2012
Over the past year, the city of London has received requests from citizens to name or rename streets or other city-owned assets to honor specific individuals.
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| | Looking for ways to keep swimming pool open
09/26/2012
Lori Thomas is urging London City Council to think outside the box---and outside city tax dollars---when it comes to funding the municipal swimming pool.
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| | Update on London bridge projects
09/26/2012
Two bridge projects are in the works for the city of London. One is a total replacement; the other involves improvements to prevent flooding.
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| | Letter to the Editor: New London apartments
09/26/2012
You may have noticed something new in the neighborhood.
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| | People To People trip expands teen's horizons
09/26/2012
This time last year, I was studying and fund-raising, preparing for my European adventure as a student ambassador with the People To People program.
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| | New London Chess Club plans first tournament
09/25/2012
The first annual unrated London Chess Tournament will take place on Oct. 13.
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| | Madison County's high school marching bands - 2012
09/25/2012
Photos of Madison County's four marching bands, including coverage of the 2012 Madison County Band Festival.
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| | Reading trouble could mean repeating third grade
09/25/2012
Many third-graders could be held back next school year if they fall short of minimum scores on the state reading test.
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| | West Jefferson Council split on tax director pay rate
09/25/2012
The pay rate for the newly named part-time income tax department director was debated at the West Jefferson Village Council.
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| | Letter to the Editor: London levy
09/25/2012
"With the passage of this upcoming levy, we can ensure that our city continues to grow and thrive."
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| | Area Metro Parks offer variety of activities
09/25/2012
The Metro Parks system includes three parks in or near Madison County.
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| | Fall recycling drives set
09/25/2012
The Madison County/Union County program of the North Central Ohio Solid Waste District is conducting a series of fall recycling drives.
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| | Tolles students make furry friend connection
09/25/2012
Students in the small animal care program at Tolles help the Humane Society. The program will soon open its pet grooming and bathing service to the public.
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| | Family Fun Day set for this Sunday
09/21/2012
The Mending Hearts Beating "Family Fun Day" is set for noon to 4 p.m. Sept. 23 at Fairhaven School, London.
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| | Gingerbread Festival coming up on Sept. 30
09/20/2012
The South Charleston Heritage Commission will host its 19th annual Gingerbread Festival on Sept. 30.
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| | 50th Farm Science Review set for Sept. 18-20
09/12/2012
The 2012 Farm Science Review will take place Sept. 18-20 at the Molly Caren Agricultural Center, north of London.
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| | Photo: West Jeff girls soccer team pulls a victory
09/12/2012
West Jefferson won 3-0 in the benefit game “The Ultimate Goal” for breast cancer research.
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| | Photo: Jonathan Alder homecoming court
09/12/2012
Homecoming court named for Jonathan Alder.
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| | Students get an early start on testing
09/11/2012
Students in the Jefferson Local School District started school a month ago and are well in the process of drug and academic testing.
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| | Fund raiser to benefit Jonathan Alder athletes
09/11/2012
Jonathan Alder Board of Education member Dr. John Adams has started a fund raising drive for a practice facility for Jonathan Alder athletes that would simulate actual playing surfaces.
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| | Photos from the 2012 Shekinah Festival
09/10/2012
The Shekinah Festival and Auction took place Sept. 7-8 at Shekinah Christian School in Plain City.
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| | Junior Fair livestock sale numbers are way up
09/10/2012
While the number of animals and dairy items sold at the Madison County Junior Fair Livestock sale is trending down, the amount of money buyers spend at the sale is going up.
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| | West Jeff plans $4.2 million waste water treatment upgrade
09/10/2012
West Jefferson is gearing up to make major improvements to its waste water treatment plant.
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| | City of London sets public meetings about finances and levy
09/10/2012
With significant budget cuts planned and a levy on the ballot in November, London leaders are looking for ways to educate the public and answer questions about city finances.
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| | Lightning cuts London/West Jeff game short
09/10/2012
West Jefferson defeated London 42-14 on Sept. 7 in a game cut short due to lightning.
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| | West Jeff girls' soccer game to benefit breast cancer research
09/07/2012
West Jefferson High School's girls' soccer team is kickin’ it in the name of breast cancer research.
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| | WJ council unhappy with proposed hike in permit fees
09/06/2012
Proposed revisions to permit fees for residential and development construction and renovations drew criticism from some West Jefferson Council members.
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| | 2012 Ox Roast in pictures
09/05/2012
The 2012 West Jefferson Ox Roast took place Sept. 1-3.
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| | West Jefferson Ox Roast contest winners
09/05/2012
Queen, watermelon-eating and ice-cream eating contests were part of the fun at the 2012 West Jefferson Ox Roast.
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| | Artifact fanatics
08/31/2012
London resident Steve Peterman hopes to start a Madison County chapter of the Archaeaology Society of Ohio.
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| | Mount Sterling Library director steps down
08/29/2012
After 17 years at Mount Sterling Public Library, Director Heidi Fletcher is stepping down. She has taken a job as district librarian for Madison-Plains Local Schools.
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| | Shekinah Festival set for Sept. 8
08/29/2012
For anyone who enjoys wholesome family activities, the Shekinah Festival and Auction in Plain City is the place to be on Sept. 8.
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| | Out with the old, in with the new in South Solon
08/29/2012
The Village of South Solon erected a new water tower last fall, painted it this summer, and put it into service the weekend of Aug. 25.
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| | SOUTHEASTERN: Fall Sports 2012
08/29/2012
Photos and schedules for Southeastern High School's 2012 football, volleyball, soccer, tennis, golf and cheerleading squads and marching band
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| | JONATHAN ALDER: Fall Sports 2012
08/29/2012
Photos and schedules for Jonathan Alder High School's football, volleyball, soccer, cross country, tennis, golf and cheerleading squads.
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| | LONDON: Fall Sports 2012
08/29/2012
Photos and schedules for London High School's football, volleyball, soccer, cross country, golf, tennis and cheerleading squads
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| | MADISON-PLAINS: Fall Sports 2012
08/29/2012
Photos and schedules for Madison-Plains High School's football, volleyball, soccer, cross country, golf, tennis and cheerleading squads
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| | SHEKINAH: Fall Sports 2012
08/29/2012
Photos and schedules for Shekinah Christian School's golf and volleyball teams
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| | WEST JEFFERSON: Fall Sports 2012
08/29/2012
Photos and schedules for West Jefferson High School's football, volleyball, soccer, golf and cheerleading squads
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| | "Boo"fest tickets go on sale Sept. 4
08/28/2012
The Madison County Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for its first "Boo"fest, a family-friendly Halloween festival set for 2 to 10 p.m. Oct. 13.
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| | West Jeff Athletic Hall of Fame game
08/28/2012
West Jefferson opened its 2012 football season with a 40-20 victory over visiting Mechanicsburg on Hall of Fame night Aug. 24.
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| | Ox Roast schedule of events and new features
08/27/2012
The signature sandwich that gives the West Jefferson Ox Roast its name will be available for purchase three hours earlier than in years past.
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| | Former police chief named Ox Roast grand marshal
08/27/2012
After nearly 34 years of keeping the peace, Dennis Gates is enjoying a piece of the Ox Roast spotlight.
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| | There in times of crisis
08/24/2012
A crisis can happen at any time or any place, but for Madison County residents, help in traumatic times is as close as a phone call to the county's Crisis Response Team.
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| | Submit items for bicentennial time capsule by Sept. 15
08/24/2012
Items are still being collected for the London City and Madison County bicentennial park time capsule. Deadline for submissions is Sept. 15.
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| | Photos from the 2012 Lilly Chapel Homecoming
08/22/2012
Trinity United Methodist Church hosted the 2012 Lilly Chapel Homecoming on Aug. 18.
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| | Madison-Plains works to improve public communication
08/22/2012
Madison-Plains Local Schools leaders continue to focus on improved communication with the public with the help of a public relations consultant.
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| | Issues and candidates for Nov. 6 election
08/20/2012
The filing deadline for the Nov. 6 general election was Aug. 8. The Madison County Board of Elections released the list of local issues and races.
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| | A festival just for dogs
08/20/2012
WAG! --- a festival all about man's best friend --- attracted 12,000 humans and 2,500 dogs to Prairie Oaks Metro Park last year.
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| | Fairgrounds to host farm toy show
08/20/2012
The term "man cave" usually conjures up images of giant televisions and walls plastered with sports memorabilia.
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| | Safety Town & Expo slated for Aug. 25 in London
08/20/2012
The annual Madison County Safety Town and Expo will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 25 at the Madison County Fairgrounds, 205 Elm St. in London.
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| | Plain City Free Clinic here to help
08/17/2012
A satellite of Madison County Health Partners Inc., the Plain City clinic is held on Saturdays in the offices of Dr. John E. Adams II, 480 S. Jefferson Ave., Suite 500.
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| | Free Clinic still going strong
08/16/2012
On Aug. 1, the Madison County Health Partners Free Clinic marked its seven-year anniversary by thanking the volunteers who make the service possible.
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| | Playing in the dirt: Kids' gardens
08/10/2012
Two community gardens are growing not only veggies and flowers, but also budding horticulturalists.
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| | London seventh-grader stars in Nike commercial
08/10/2012
In a new television commercial from Nike, a boy jogs down a country road while a narrator talks about how everyone, not just superstars, is capable of greatness.
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| | Stickel named Trinity Homecoming grand marshal
08/10/2012
Faith, church and community have always been central to Dorothy Stickel's way of living.
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| | Opposing views on fire advisory board proposal
08/08/2012
London City Councilman Steve Scaggs and Mayor David Eades do not see eye to eye when it comes to oversight of the city fire department.
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| | West Jeff service award goes to the late Jack McDowell
08/07/2012
The 2012 Ralph S. Parsons Award, sponsored by the Village of West Jefferson in recognition of extraordinary community service, went to the late Jack H. McDowell.
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| | Resilience amid rubble: Haiti photo exhibit
08/02/2012
In the summer of 2010, Isabel Fields stepped outside of her comfort zone and is forever glad she did.
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| | Madison-Plains looking for buyer for Midway Elementary
08/02/2012
The last of Madison-Plains Local Schools' old elementary buildings is up for sale.
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| | Day break to midnight: South Charleston teens at the fair
08/02/2012
What is a typical day like for a youth exhibitor at the Clark County Fair?
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| | OSU's main Buck stops here
08/02/2012
Every summer, Dr. E. Gordon Gee, president of The Ohio State University, tours the state, visiting university affiliated facilities and programs.
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| | Musician's dream comes true
08/02/2012
When Ernie Sparks was a kid, he'd set up his drums in his bedroom, turn up the stereo, and play along to tunes by Earth Wind & Fire, Chicago, and Blood, Sweat & Tears.
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| | In high school and on the job
08/02/2012
Developmental Disabilities Board's "Bridges To Transition" provides high schoolers with work experience.
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| | London Jazz & Rib Fest: Aug. 3-4
07/27/2012
The 2012 London Rib & Jazz Fest spans two days this year, offering twice the finger-lickin', toe-tappin' fun.
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| | UPDATED: London, OH featured in international Nike ad campaign
07/25/2012
London, Ohio, plays a part in an international advertising campaign released in time for the 2012 Olympic Games in London, England.
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| | London Middle School principal and assistant hired
07/25/2012
London City Schools hired from within its ranks to fill two administrative positions at London Middle School.
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| | Donations come in to replace football equipment lost to arson
07/24/2012
Thanks to large donations from inside and outside the community, the London Area Boys Football League is back in the game.
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| | Chase Potter & Friends concert to benefit Free Clinic
07/24/2012
The 2nd annual Chase Potter & Friends concert to benefit the Free Clinic is set for Aug. 12 in London.
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| | Right on target: Archery in the parks
07/20/2012
Next to creeking, archery is the most popular program at Prairie Oaks Metro Park, drawing 70 to 80 participants each time it is offered.
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| | Car, truck and bike show will benefit West Jeff band
07/19/2012
The West Jefferson High School band will host a "Keep the Music Cruisin' " car, truck and bike show July 28 at the high school.
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| | Mount Sterling wastewater treatment upgrade set to go out to bid
07/19/2012
Mount Sterling will solicit bids at the end of August for a $4.6 million upgrade to the wastewater treatment plant.
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| | Junior Fair's grand showman pays it forward
07/19/2012
Even while she was the center of attention, Desiree Holton was thinking about the people who got her there.
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| | Improvements coming at I-70 and Route 29
07/19/2012
West Jefferson Council agreed to be part of funding arrangements for road improvements at the intersection of I-70 and State Route 29.
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| | Moth Mania at Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park July 28
07/18/2012
Insect enthusiasts will flock to Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park like a moth flutters to light.
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| | FAIR PHOTOS: Hypnotized and mesmerized
07/17/2012
Photos from the 2012 Madison County Fair
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| | FAIR PHOTOS: From cake decorating to hog shows
07/17/2012
Photos from the 2012 Madison County Fair
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| | FAIR PHOTOS: From bull riders to wool princesses
07/17/2012
Photos from the 2012 Madison County Fair
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| | Nourishment for mind, body, soul
07/13/2012
Plain City churches work together to provide summertime meals and activities to children.
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| | Choctaw Lake beach party to benefit breast cancer services
07/13/2012
On July 21, Choctaw Lake will be the site of a Beach Party and Festival to benefit breast cancer services in Madison County.
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| | FAIR PHOTOS: Dressed-up donkeys and more!
07/13/2012
Photos from the 2012 Madison County Fair
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| | 'Joseph' plot familiar to church leaders in cast
07/12/2012
How appropriate: a biblical-themed musical that features several local church leaders.
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| | Possible arson at Von Kanel Field in London
07/12/2012
A fire that damaged the 90-year-old ticket booth at Von Kanel Field in London and destroyed the youth football equipment stored inside appears to be arson.
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| | Relatively new school roof needs to be replaced
07/12/2012
Monroe Elementary will get a new roof, even though the existing roof is only eight years old.
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| | West Jeff school board approves minor changes to dress code
07/10/2012
For middle and high schoolers, the school board approved changes to the dress code.
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| | Madison-Plains takes first step to put replacement levy on ballo
07/10/2012
Madison-Plains school board took the first step toward placing a replacement levy for permanent improvements on the Nov. 6 ballot.
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| | London Schools' pay-to-play sports fee stays at $100
07/10/2012
London City Schools' pay-to-participate fee for athletes remains unchanged, but there's a chance the band fee will go up.
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| | FAIR 2012: Schedule and admission prices
07/05/2012
The 2012 Madison County Fair will take place July 7-14 at the Madison County Fairgrounds, 205 Elm St., London.
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| | Steam Threshers Show: Bleeding orange
07/05/2012
Feature story and schedule of events for the 2012 Miami Valley Steam Threshers Show in Plain City
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| | Keeping cool at the West Jeff Streetfest
07/05/2012
Photos from West Jefferson's 2012 July Fourth Streetfest
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| | FAIR 2012: New poultry barn constructed
07/05/2012
The Madison County Fairgrounds' second new building in a decade was completed in time for the 2012 Madison County Fair.
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| | FAIR 2012: Ohio Idol finalists to perform
07/05/2012
The top 10 finishers in Ohio Idol, a statewide singing competition, will perform July 9 at the Madison County fairgrounds in London.
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| | FAIR 2012: Live music line-up
07/05/2012
Five local and regional bands will perform at the Music Tent at the 2-12 Madison County Fair.
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| | FAIR 2012: Quarter Midget exhibition race
07/05/2012
Harness racing has always been part of the fair, but this year a second kind of horsepower will be on display.
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| | Storm-damaged property may be eligible for tax reduction
07/05/2012
Madison County Auditor Jennifer Hunter reminds property owners that property damaged by recent storms may be eligible for a temporary reduction in property taxes.
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| | West Jeff Alumni Banquet awards
07/03/2012
The West Jefferson Alumni Association Banquet was held at West Jefferson High School on June 30.
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| | WJ's new recycling program could start Sept. 17
07/03/2012
West Jefferson's two-year contract extension with trash hauler Waste Management includes an enhanced recycling program.
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| | 'Technicolor Dreamcoat' tickets available now
07/03/2012
Madison County Arts Council's production, "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat," is set for July 20-22 at London High School.
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| | Not just any chickens
07/02/2012
London High School FFA raises meat chickens for HELP House food pantry.
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| | Have a seat... for the right price
07/02/2012
Friends of the London Public Library recruits area artists to transform old chairs into works of art.
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| | London school board mulls pay-to-participate fee
06/27/2012
Two questions prevented the London school board from making a decision on the pay-to-participate fee for athletes for 2012-13.
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| | London Police looking at changing leadership structure
06/26/2012
With several employees, including the chief, eligible for retirement in the next few years, the London Police Department is looking to change its leadership structure.
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| | Special Olympics torch makes stop at Cowling Park
06/25/2012
Leading up to Ohio's Special Olympics Summer Games, law enforcement personnel from all four corners of the state run relays to bring torches to the opening ceremonies.
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| | New Young Marines chapter based in Plain City
06/21/2012
The new Central Ohio Young Marines chapter, based in Plain City, has become an active part of the community and seeks to do more in months to come.
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| | London Schools will wait until May for levy attempt
06/20/2012
London City Schools will not return to the ballot with a levy request this year.
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| | Independence Day events - 2012
06/20/2012
Communities throughout Madison County will celebrate Independence Day with festivals, parades and fireworks.
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| | Farmers markets in Madison County - 2012
06/20/2012
Farmers markets in Mount Sterling, Plain City, West Jefferson and London offer an array of goods.
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| | Midway Presbyterian celebrating 150th anniversary
06/20/2012
The congregation of Midway Presbyterian Church invites the public to join in celebrating the church’s 150th anniversary on July 1.
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| | Letter to the editor: Unforgettable movie premiere
06/20/2012
London High School graduates premiere their original movie at the State Theater in London.
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| | Relay for Life wrap-up
06/20/2012
Madison County’s 2012 Relay For Life, held June 15-16 at London High School, has raised over $100,000.
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| | West Jeff considers incentive-based residential recycling
06/19/2012
Recycling could come with incentives for participating residents should West Jefferson Council choose a new option offered by Waste Management.
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| | Bridge comes apart, piece by piece
06/19/2012
Deconstruction of the Taylor Blair Road bridge in West Jefferson progresses.
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| | National country act headlines Strawberry Festival entertainment
06/18/2012
The London Strawberry Festival signed award-winning country music group, Ricochet, to headline the main stage entertainment at this year’s festival, which takes place June 21-23.
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| | 2012 London Strawberry Festival schedule of events
06/18/2012
The 2012 London Strawberry Festival will take place June 21-23 in downtown London.
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| | Longtime school chief will lead parade
06/18/2012
London City Schools’ former superintendent, D. Steven Allen, will serve as the grand marshal of the London Strawberry Festival parade.
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| | London impresses bike trail mappers
06/18/2012
Carolyn Lewis and Guy Cocchiarale spent their vacation biking the entire 300-mile length of the Ohio To Erie Trail. Along the way, they gathered information for the creation of a new map of the trail.
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| | Upcoming golf outings
06/18/2012
A host of golf outings will benefit a variety of good causes in and around Madison County.
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| | First-person account: "I felt the heat"
06/15/2012
Jefferson Township trustee and Messenger photographer Jeff Pfeil spends a day in Ohio Fire Academy's "Feel the Heat" training program.
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| | Madison-Plains plan: Equip staff and students with iPads
06/15/2012
To better equip students for learning in the 21st century, the Madison-Plains Local School District plans to put iPads instead of textbooks in the hands of teachers and students.
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| | June 16 car wash to benefit Madison-Plains band
06/14/2012
Fund-raiser will go toward financial needs of high school band.
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| | What's green and orange and red all over? School lunch!
06/12/2012
Students in the Jonathan Alder Local School District will find more nutritious items on the lunch menu this coming school year.
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| | As a teacher, Siddiqi is solid as a rock
06/12/2012
Jefferson Local history and government instructor Jenny Siddiqi is considered by high school Principal Dave Metz as "the epitome of a master teacher."
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| | Harry's got a new bead on life
06/08/2012
When Harry Milford lost most of his eyesight overnight in August 2010, his life changed instantly.
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| | Graduating at the top of their class
06/08/2012
Local high schools recognize their valedictorians, salutatorians and other top scholars at commencement ceremonies.
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| | West Jeff preps for water line project; lifeguards hired
06/08/2012
Surveying work is set to start soon for replacement of water lines along Mary Street, Kirkwood Drive and London Road in West Jefferson.
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| | Radio hams will strut their stuff June 23-24 in Plain City
06/08/2012
Ohio Governor John Kasich proclaimed June 23 as "Amateur Radio Operators Appreciation Day."
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| | Relay For Life 2012: All kinds of fun for everyone
06/08/2012
"We want to show support for cancer survivors. We want them to know they are not in this by themselves."
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| | Painting the town purple for Relay
06/08/2012
Ribbons, painted on dozens of shop windows around Madison County, signal the approach of this year's Relay For Life to benefit the American Cancer Society.
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| | Transit of Venus
06/06/2012
On June 5, the planet Venus passed directly between the sun and Earth, a rare astronomical event.
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| | London football teams up with Bob Evans
06/04/2012
From open to close, June 15-17, Bob Evans restaurant, 381 Lafayette St., London, will donate 15 percent of its receipts to the London High School football program.
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| | Blast off!
06/04/2012
West Jefferson Middle School students spent two weeks working on Project X51.
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| | London City Schools' finances take turn for better
05/31/2012
Unexpected one-time increases in revenue coupled with cuts made over the last 15 months means London City Schools' financial future isn't as bleak as previously predicted.
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| | Commune with nature for chance to win car
05/31/2012
The Nature Conservancy hopes to get Ohioans hooked on the outdoors, and Honda of America Manufacturing is providing the bait.
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| | Grow up in South Charleston in 1950s and ‘60s? Reunion set
05/31/2012
There'll be a whole lot of reminiscing going on June 15-16 in South Charleston.
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| | Events in and around South Charleston
05/31/2012
Summer stock theater, Midsummer's Eve Ball, alumni banquet and school events
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| | Poker run in West Jefferson on June 2
05/31/2012
A poker run is scheduled for Saturday, June 2, to raise money for the 2012 West Jefferson July Fourth Streetfest.
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| | Memorial Day 2012 in London
05/29/2012
London's United Veterans Organization held Memorial Day ceremonies at various locations May 27-28.
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| | Memorial Day 2012 in Mount Sterling
05/29/2012
Mount Sterling observed Memorial Day on May 28 with ceremonies at Pleasant Cemetery and the First United Methodist Church.
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| | Memorial Day 2012 in Plain City
05/29/2012
Plain City hosted a Memorial Day parade and ceremny on the morning of May 28.
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| | Memorial Day 2012 in West Jefferson
05/29/2012
West Jefferson's Memorial Day observance included a ceremony at Pleasant Hill Cemetery.
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| | Dedication: Debbie Herman Brake Memorial sculptures
05/28/2012
On May 24, London Elementary dedicated the new Debbie Herman Brake Memorial, a series of metal sculptures installed in the school's courtyard.
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| | Taylor Blair bridge closes June 4 for replacement
05/25/2012
The Taylor Blair Road bridge that crosses Little Darby Creek in West Jefferson will close on June 4.
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| | West Jeff still low on lifeguards
05/25/2012
West Jefferson is still struggling to hire enough lifeguards to open the village pool.
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| | West Jefferson Council mulls purchase of two police cruisers
05/25/2012
West Jefferson Council's police committee is looking at cars to be used as police cruisers.
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| | Auditions for "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat"
05/25/2012
Madison County Arts Council expects its summer musical to be "amazing" and wants the community to be a part of it.
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| | Time running out to submit items for time capsule
05/25/2012
The London and Madison County bicentennial committees seek items to place in a time capsule to be sealed and dedicated on July 4.
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| | Mount Sterling Homecoming back on the streets
05/25/2012
After a two-year hiatus, the Tri-County Fire Fighters' annual homecoming is back on Mount Sterling's summer entertainment calendar and back on the streets.
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| | June 1 in London: Art and ice cream
05/25/2012
The newest version of downtown London’s Art Walk and Ice Cream Social will take place from 4 to 10 p.m. June 1.
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| | It's a zoo out there!
05/25/2012
Every school day since late August, three Jonathan Alder High School students spent their afternoons with gorillas, baby elephants and tiny, fleet-of-foot marsupials called feathertail gliders.
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| | Josh McDaniels memorial event will benefit wounded warriors
05/21/2012
The family of Josh McDaniels has three goals in mind for the memorial fundraiser they have planned for June 10 at Cowling Park in London.
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| | Memorial Day services
05/21/2012
Memorial Day ceremonies and services are set to take place throughout Madison County.
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| | Literacy Night at Monroe Elementary
05/21/2012
Monroe Elementary in the Jonathan Alder School District hosted a Literacy Night on May 17.
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| | Plain City's new pool almost ready for first splash
05/18/2012
Plain City closed its municipal pool two years ago. Thanks to a levy passed last spring, a new pool has sprouted in its place.
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| | London set for another season of fun under sun
05/18/2012
Relax and stay cool or splash into the heat of competition?
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| | Mount Sterling Remembrance Day
05/17/2012
The Mount Sterling Community Museum's "Remembrance Day" will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 26.
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| | Letter: Teenagers' work ethic is impressive
05/17/2012
London resident praises volunteer work done by local high school students.
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| | London family thankful for volunteer-built home
05/17/2012
Habitat for Humanity of Madison County dedicated its latest project, a three-bedroom house in London, on May 12.
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| | Science Club spearheads outdoor learning lab project
05/16/2012
Madison-Plains High School Science Club spearheads outdoor learning lab project.
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| | More fruits and veggies in school lunches starting this fall
05/15/2012
Jefferson Local students face more vegetables and fruit in their school lunches this fall.
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| | McTeacher nights in London
05/15/2012
London Elementary staff members are serving as honorary employees at the McDonald's in downtown London.
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| | New principal and new kindergarten intervention at Monroe
05/15/2012
Monroe Elementary will have a new principal and a new kindergarten intervention program this fall.
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| | Overcoming inflated obstacles
05/14/2012
St. Patrick School students enjoy a fun day in the sun.
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| | Sign up now for Cloverbud Day Camp
05/14/2012
Madison County's 4-H Cloverbud Day Camp is set for June 28 at Prairie Oaks Metro Park.
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| | Drug-free writing contest winners
05/14/2012
Mayor Darlene Steele, West Jefferson Village Council and the West Jefferson Police Department sponsored a "Twenty Reasons to Choose to be Drug and Alcohol Free" writing contest.
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| | APPLE corps: Providing 'A Positive Person Learning Experience'
05/11/2012
APPLE, a new program at London City Schools, utilizes high school students as classroom helpers in pre-kindergarten through third grade.
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| | Free May 15 dance practice is warm-up for grand ball
05/11/2012
The 7th annual Midsummer's Eve Grand Ball is slated for June 16 at the South Charleston Opera House.
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| | Treasurer offers new ways to pay property taxes
05/10/2012
The Madison County Treasurer's Office now accepts credit cards and auto pay bank withdrawals for real estate and mobile home taxes.
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| | Mount Sterling couple inducted into Hall of Fame
05/10/2012
Vernon and Linda Houser of Mount Sterling will be honored as inductees into the Central Ohio Senior Citizens Hall of Fame at 1 p.m. May 16.
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| | Senior Citizens Week activities
05/10/2012
The Madison County Senior Center in London will host activities in celebration of National Senior Citizens Week May 14-18.
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| | Helping caregivers and loved ones
05/10/2012
The task of caring for a loved one who is frail, elderly or who has dementia can be all-consuming.
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| | Pool won't open without more lifeguards
05/09/2012
Without more lifeguards, the West Jefferson pool won't open as scheduled on June 2.
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| | County's top math students square off
05/09/2012
The Madison County Math Contest took place May 7 at Tolles Career and Technical Center.
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| | Bike path to become part of coast-to-coast route
05/08/2012
The paved bike path that runs through Madison County could soon pull triple duty.
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| | Business park, police force and speed bump news in West Jeff
05/08/2012
After discussion about the legality of a bid for the extension of Commerce Parkway in the I-70/Route 29 business park, West Jefferson Council let the contract to a Columbus company for just over $2 million.
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| | The Humble Tree
05/02/2012
A burr oak that's over 250 years old is this year's Madison County Heritage Tree.
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| | London Schools extends interim superintendent's contract
05/01/2012
The London school board has suspended its search for a long-term superintendent, opting instead to extend the contract of interim superintendent Thomas Ben.
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| | Letters to the Editor
04/26/2012
Sharing info about the London Community Organization and the Alzheimer's caregiver support group
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| | It's Bake-nic time!
04/26/2012
The 46th annual Madison County Hospital Auxiliary Bake-Nic is set for May 4.
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| | Artist reception set for May 4, open house May 5
04/26/2012
The London Visual Arts Guild and Gallery On High present the artwork of Alice Seyfried, "Sharing Gifts: An Exhibit of Art."
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| | Pedaling in 'Venture to Vegas'
04/26/2012
West Jefferson resident Gary Heiman is participating in "Venture to Vegas," a bicycle ride to raise funds for the fight against Huntington’s Disease.
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| | Grant helps local women with breast health
04/26/2012
The Madison County Hospital Foundation and Free Clinic received a $98,201 grant to provide mammograms and other diagnostic services to Madison County women who cannot afford services.
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| | Alder principal calls for tougher graduation/GPA rules
04/24/2012
Jonathan Alder High School Principal Phil Harris worries that some students are using PSEO to bypass senior project requirements and/or manipulate their grade point averages.
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| | London Council approves police cruiser purchase
04/24/2012
London Council members approved the purchase of a new cruiser for the police department.
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| | Hospital's chief development officer retires
04/23/2012
After 15 years as chief development and marketing officer at Madison County Hospital and 36 years in health care, Mona Flax is retiring.
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| | Staffing changes in hospital's development office
04/23/2012
Kelly Snyder is the new chief development and marketing officer at Madison County Hospital.
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| | Madison-Plains ponders levy options and timing
04/19/2012
The Madison-Plains school board voted unanimously on April 17 to take the first step toward putting a 2.5-mill replacement levy for permanent improvements on the Aug. 7 ballot.
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| | Tickets going fast for Alder's "Beauty and the Beast"
04/17/2012
"The Beast is intense, angry...and more animal than person. It’s a different way of acting," said junior Ben Yoder.
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| | Fate of old Plain City Elementary remains uncertain
04/17/2012
The sooner the Jonathan Alder school board decides what to do with the old Plain City Elementary building, the better, said principal Kelly Hicks.
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| | New West Jeff police chief to be announced Monday
04/17/2012
West Jefferson Mayor Darlene Steele will announce her selection for the village’s new police chief at 5 p.m. April 23 at town hall.
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| | Village of West Jefferson already thinking about Christmas
04/17/2012
West Jefferson's village light poles will sport new decorations this coming Christmas.
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| | West Jeff Schools again says "no" to BMI testing
04/17/2012
Jefferson Local School Board members are again asking the state for a waiver from testing students on their body mass index.
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| | Community Expo a great event for children and adults
04/16/2012
Children and adults will find plenty to do and see at the Madison County Community Expo on April 28.
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| | Guide to Volunteer Opportunities in Madison County
04/12/2012
Madison County is full of opportunities to volunteer time or donate materials.
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| | Actors test their comedy chops in 'God's Favorite'
04/12/2012
It’s been 32 years since Scott Spohler was involved in a production of playwright Neil Simon's "God's Favorite."
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| | Library survey comes with chances to win big prizes
04/12/2012
London Library is sending out roughly 5,200 surveys to community members during the third week of April.
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| | Relay for Life fund-raisers
04/12/2012
Madison County Relay For Life teams are holding fund-raisers to benefit the American Cancer Society.
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| | Local funding needed to continue summer school courses
04/11/2012
Federal grants for some summer school programs have disappeared since last year.
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| | Race dedicated to memory of Dakota Williams
04/11/2012
The Central Ohio Quarter Midget Racing Association dedicated its April 7 season opener to Dakota Williams.
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| | Sign up now for Kitchen Bingo
04/11/2012
The Iota Beta chapter of the Phi Beta Psi sorority has cooked up a new fund-raiser to benefit cancer research: Kitchen Bingo!
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| | April 28: Electronic waste recycling and drug take-back day
04/11/2012
The North Central Ohio Solid Waste District will hold an electronic waste recycling and drug take-back day on April 28.
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| | Darby Creek Park hosts Folk Festival May 4-6
04/11/2012
Musicians from Ohio and Michigan will gather May 4-6 at Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park to celebrate the 16th annual Central Ohio Folk Festival.
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| | Fire fighters selling reflective address signs
04/11/2012
Jefferson Township Fire Department Local 3029 is selling reflective house number signs.
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| | London City Schools news tidbits
04/11/2012
Tidbits of news gathered at the April 11 London school board meeting.
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| | Downtown London plans full day of music, food, auctions
04/10/2012
For a blooming good time, dig into Downtown London Association's April 21 day of fun.
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| | Income tax increase proposed for City of London
04/09/2012
A plan proposed by London Fire Chief Todd Eades and endorsed by a citizens advisory group calls for a 0.5 percent income tax increase to fund the fire department.
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| | CD captures trio's last collaboration
04/05/2012
When arranger and pianist Clint Morse, singer Harold Albert McNeal and multi-instrumentalist Chase Potter got together to make music, everything clicked.
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| | Recording includes song by singer's late mother
04/05/2012
"When Praises Go Up, Blessings Come Down" is special to singer Harold Albert McNeal because he recorded it with his good friend, Clint Morse, and because it features music by his mother, Theresa McNeal.
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| | London Schools will return to ballot in November
04/05/2012
London City Schools will place a levy on the Nov. 6 ballot. The type of levy and the amount it will raise is yet to be determined.
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| | Multi-purpose building for Madison-Plains?
04/05/2012
Madison-Plains Local Schools administrators are exploring the idea of constructing a multi-purpose building on the district’s Linson Road campus.
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| | Trash picking an issue in West Jefferson
04/05/2012
West Jefferson Councilman Cory Coburn reported that a resident contacted him about people going through trash once it is set out at the curb for pick-up.
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| | Lighting project gets green light from council
04/05/2012
West Jefferson will proceed with a lighting upgrade project at village facilities and along Main Street.
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| | Garden learning opportunities offered locally
04/05/2012
Check out events on seed starting, vegetable gardening, composting and more.
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| | Plant a row for the hungry (wildlife, that is)
04/05/2012
Habitats for wildlife in the United States are disappearing at a rate of 2.2 million acres per year due to development.
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| | Destructive fungi thrive in wet, mild weather
04/05/2012
This spring, the Madison County Master Gardeners expect to receive many inquiries via the Extension office hotline about the effects of the mild winter.
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| | Hot trend: the versatile drift rose
04/05/2012
One hot trend in landscape roses is the Drift Rose, a true groundcover rose growing to two feet high and two feet wide in two years.
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| | Hosta: Of mice, music and movies
04/05/2012
What do Mouse Ears, Jimmy Crack Corn and Sleeping Beauty have in common?
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| | Herb garden can be fragrant, tasty adventure
04/05/2012
To get started with herbs, I first tried planting parsley, sage, dill, basil and chives in the vegetable garden.
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| | Rumble... splat... screeeeech... pow!
03/28/2012
"Vintage Hitchcock: A Live Radio Play" is a departure for the South Charleston Opera House Players. For one thing, several members of the cast don’t say a word; their jobs are to make noise.
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| | Art exhibit: Old window panes used as "canvas"
03/28/2012
Gallery on High presents "Windows: A Reflection of the Past and Present," a solo art exhibit by Karla Knief of London. The exhibit is on display in April.
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| | Art classes for children and adults
03/28/2012
The London Visual Arts Guild is offering a variety of art classes at Studio 7, 7 E. High St., London.
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| | Letters to the Editor
03/28/2012
Readers share thoughts on public health and state collection of local taxes.
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| | Tolles culinary students excel at state invitational
03/28/2012
Culinary students from Tolles Career & Technical Center won top honors at the annual Ohio ProStart Invitational held during the North America Pizza and Ice Cream Show.
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| | SOUTHEASTERN: Spring Sports 2012
03/28/2012
Schedules and photos for Southeastern High School's baseball, softball, track and tennis teams
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| | Cutting the ribbon bicycle-style
03/27/2012
Madison County residents played a big part in the March 21 celebration of the completion of the Ohio To Erie Trail from Cincinnati to Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park.
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| | WEST JEFFERSON: Spring Sports 2012
03/23/2012
Schedules and photos for West Jefferson High School's baseball, softball, track and tennis teams
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| | SHEKINAH: Spring Sports 2012
03/23/2012
Schedule and photo for Shekinah Christian School's baseball team
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| | MADISON-PLAINS: Spring Sports 2012
03/23/2012
Schedules and photos for Madison-Plains High School's baseball, softball and track teams
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| | LONDON: Spring Sports 2012
03/23/2012
Schedules and photos for London High School's baseball, softball, track and tennis teams
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| | JONATHAN ALDER: Spring Sports 2012
03/23/2012
Schedules and photos for Jonathan Alder High School's baseball, softball, track and tennis teams
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| | Ohio House resolution honors Coach Dick Reynolds
03/23/2012
State Representatives Anne Gonzales and Bob Hackett presented a resolution to Dick Reynolds, retiring coach from Otterbein University.
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| | Easter egg hunts for 2012
03/21/2012
Communities throughout Madison County plan Easter egg hunts for March 31 and April 7.
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| | London runners place at state indoor meet
03/21/2012
London High School's boys' and girls' track teams participated in the state indoor championships March 17 at the University of Akron.
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| | Therapy Dogs 101
03/21/2012
"Moose" is an English mastiff who, at 170 pounds, lives up to his name size-wise, but is more of a teddy bear when it comes to the cuddle factor.
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| | London Rotary recognizes farmer Autie Howard
03/21/2012
In honor of Madison County's rich agricultural heritage, the London Rotary Club recognizes one outstanding farmer each year during National Farmers Week.
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| | Madison-Plains athletics won't need funds transfer
03/21/2012
In a change from recent years, the Madison-Plains Local Schools athletics department likely will not need a transfusion of money from the general fund to balance its budget.
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| | County will participate in statewide tornado drill March 28
03/21/2012
Madison County will participate in the statewide tornado drill on March 28 as part of Spring Severe Weather Awareness Week (March 25-31).
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| | West Jeff Council seeks hearing before Liquor Control Board
03/20/2012
Concerned about application discrepancies, West Jefferson Council will seek a hearing before the Department of Liquor Control regarding a liquor permit request.
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| | WJ Council waits to OK contract for new lighting
03/20/2012
West Jefferson Council wants more information before signing off on a contract for installation of more efficient lighting at village facilities.
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| | Off-road from Cincy to Darby Creek
03/16/2012
The cross-state Ohio To Erie Trail now runs uninterrupted from Cincinnati to western Franklin County.
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| | County's bike trail now complete
03/16/2012
A persistent group of volunteers worked diligently to overcome funding and right-of-way road blocks. Now, they are celebrating completion of a paved bike/hike trail through Madison County.
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| | Donate to HELP House's Easter outreach
03/16/2012
HELP House is gearing up for its annual “His Little Lambs” Easter outreach.
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| | Parent pushes for switch to 10-point grading scale
03/14/2012
Kristie Minner wants an even playing field when it comes to her children’s grades and how they compare to those of students at other schools.
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| | Monroe Elementary principal announces his retirement
03/14/2012
John Lanka, principal at Monroe Elementary School for 17 years, is closing the books on a 38-year career in education.
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| | Summer camp at Canaan Middle; kudos for Alder high schoolers
03/13/2012
Canaan Middle School will host a week-long enrichment camp.
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| | West Jeff school board ends battle for Alder property transfer
03/13/2012
Jefferson Local school board ends an ongoing battle for a property transfer placed for years in the Jonathan Alder district.
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| | Survey asks: How satisfied are you with London City Schools?
03/13/2012
The leadership team at London City Schools is conducting a survey, asking students, staff and district residents to rate their level of satisfaction with the school system.
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| | Zombie prom at West Jeff library
03/12/2012
Hurt-Battelle Memorial Library hosted a Zombie Prom March 9.
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| | London Rotary rewards top high school speech givers
03/12/2012
On March 8, London Rotary Club members heard speeches from London High School students Kasey King and Jordan Penix.
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| | Volunteers needed to remove honeysuckle
03/08/2012
The Madison County Park District and Soil and Water Conservation District will host a service opportunity March 24 at the Little Darby State Scenic River Preserve.
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| | First Presbyterian kids "Growing Hope"
03/08/2012
YouthWorks Foundation awarded a $1,000 grant to "Growing Hope," a mission team formed by Kids In Christ at First Presbyterian Church in London.
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| | Public hearing set for county Farmland Preservation Plan
03/08/2012
The Madison County commissioners will hold a public hearing at 1:30 p.m. March 26 to present the Madison County Farmland Preservation Plan.
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| | Primary Election Results
03/07/2012
Unofficial results of the March 6 primary as released by the Madison County Board of Elections
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| | Request for liquor license raises lots of questions
03/06/2012
West Jefferson Council members raised so many questions about a liquor license request that action on the request was postponed until it can be studied further.
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| | Tracking stolen goods through pawn shops, secondhand dealers
03/06/2012
The number of pawn shops and secondhand stores is on the rise in London. So, too, is criminal activity in which stolen goods pass through such businesses.
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| | Wrestling at state
03/06/2012
Several wrestlers from Madison County competed at the 2012 state wrestling meet March 1-3.
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| | Toying around
03/06/2012
The Madison-Plains Young Farmers 2012 toy show and sale took place March 4.
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| | Ward named interim police chief
03/05/2012
Terry Ward's plate is beginning to look like he’s at the family reunion dining table.
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| | Madison-Plains adopts new process to boost success
03/05/2012
The Madison-Plains school board voted unanimously to institute the High Schools That Work initiative to better school performance.
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| | HELP House food of the month: Peanut butter
03/05/2012
H.E.L.P. House is kicking off a new program focused on donation of one food each month.
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| | Local clinics focus on sexual health
03/05/2012
A regional effort is bringing reproductive health services to Champaign, Madison and Union counties.
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| | 4-H enrollment deadline is March 15
03/02/2012
Madison County's annual 4-H enrollment is due by March 15 for a child to be eligible for county fair participation.
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| | Black History Month presentation draws big crowd
03/02/2012
Dr. Annette Jefferson spoke about and portrayed influential women during her presentation, "African American Women during the Civil War," at London Library.
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| | Southeastern's musical takes you "Back to the '80s"
02/29/2012
To prepare for his role in Southeastern High School's production of "Back to the '80s: The Totally Awesome Musical," senior Dylan Bowen consulted his parents.
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| | Letters to the Editor
02/29/2012
Opinions on London City's replacement levy and the county's weights/measures procedures
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| | Madison-Plains defeats West Jeff and advances in tourney
02/27/2012
Madison-Plains defeated West Jefferson 53-27 in Division III girls' basketball tournament action.
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| | Madison-Plains farm toy show and strawberry sale
02/24/2012
Madison-Plains Young Farmers will host their 16th annual Farm Toy Show from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 4 at Madison-Plains High School.
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| | Lt. Governor to hold business roundtable in London
02/24/2012
Ohio Lt. Governor Mary Taylor will host an information session and business roundtable at 5:30 p.m. March 1 in London.
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| | Canaan Pathfinders 4H/Cloverbuds accepting new members
02/24/2012
Canaan Pathfinders 4-H & Cloverbuds group is accepting new members for 2012.
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| | Poultry gets new digs at fairgrounds
02/23/2012
If all goes well, the Madison County fairgrounds will feature a new building in time for this year's fair.
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| | Madison-Plains parents express concerns about bullying
02/23/2012
Students in the Madison-Plains Local School District are scared of other students.
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| | Photos: First leg of the Relay For Life
02/23/2012
The Madison County Relay For Life kickoff took place Feb. 21 at West Jefferson High School.
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| | London music students break new ground, perform well
02/23/2012
London City Schools students achieved success and blazed new trails at recent contests and performance opportunities.
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| | Director's last show: 'Thoroughly Modern Millie'
02/23/2012
Before she takes her final bow as a high school musical director, London City Schools vocal music teacher Stephanie Stephens is putting on one more show.
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| | Changes to keep in mind for March 6 election
02/23/2012
A few changes are in place for the March 6 primary election. To dispel any confusion, the Madison County Board of Elections offers the following information.
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| | Texas Hold'em tourney to benefit London Baseball Council
02/23/2012
The London Area Baseball Council will hold a Texas Hold’em tournament March 10.
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| | Libraries are hopping with activities
02/23/2012
Find out what's happening at the London, Plain City, Mount Sterling and West Jefferson public libraries.
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| | Work begins on Debbie Herman Brake Memorial
02/22/2012
"Fitting." That's the way Tony Brake describes the design for a multi-faceted memorial inspired by his wife, Debbie Herman Brake, who died unexpectedly in October 2003.
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| | Resumés coming in for police chief position
02/21/2012
At their Feb. 20 meeting, West Jefferson Village Council gave Police Chief Dennis Gates a big send-off.
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| | Upcoming art classes and photos from art flash mob
02/21/2012
Studio 7, E. High St., London, offers art classes for children and adults.
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| | A sweetheart of a tea in Mount Sterling
02/21/2012
The Mount Sterling Friends of the Library held a Victorian Sweetheart Tea on Feb. 19.
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| | Alder's Pollom signs to play football for Tiffin University
02/21/2012
On Feb. 16, Jonathan Alder High School senior Max Pollom signed to play football for Tiffin University.
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| | Letters to the Editor
02/20/2012
Readers share their opinions about the London City Schools and City of London levy requests on the March 6 ballot.
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| | WJ hoopsters tally a victory on Valentine's Day
02/17/2012
The West Jefferson boys' basketball team jumped out to a 20-1 lead against Grandview on Feb. 14.
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| | London school board approves over $500,000 in cuts
02/15/2012
On Feb. 14, the London Board of Education approved a plan for reducing costs to cover a projected deficit of $500,000 for the 2012-13 school year.
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| | Police chief's retirement party is Feb. 24
02/14/2012
West Jefferson Police Chief is retiring at the end of this month after 34 years with the department.
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| | Tackling traffic issues at Plain City Elementary
02/14/2012
The traffic situation at the new Plain City Elementary is improving, but "is still backed up on Chillicothe Street for up to eight minutes at dismissal time."
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| | Canaan students report on what they like about school
02/14/2012
Canaan Middle School students like their grading practices, their helpful teachers, the extracurricular activities, their recently renovated building---and the cafeteria food.
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| | West Jeff student council is on a roll
02/14/2012
Jefferson Local Middle School Student Council members are discovering that hard work is the best reward when serving the community.
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| | West Jeff's "Bear" announces retirement
02/14/2012
Kent "Bear" Fuller, a hometown boy who never strayed far from his West Jefferson roots, is saying goodbye to his school district position of three decades.
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| | Donating oxygen masks for animals
02/10/2012
Sometimes humans aren't the only victims at a fire or other emergency. Animals need help, too.
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| | Proposal: 8-acre solar field next to Staples
02/09/2012
A field of solar panels could crop up soon next to the Staples warehouse on State Route 142 in London.
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| | Funny, then serious, then funny again
02/09/2012
On Feb. 25-26, the Madison-Plains High School theater department will serve up a drama sandwiched between two comedies.
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| | Parcels prepped for Target food distribution facility
02/09/2012
West Jefferson Village Council approved disposition of two parcels of land in the business park to prepare for construction of Target's food distribution facility.
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| | West Jeff Council waits to lock in electric rates
02/09/2012
West Jefferson Village Council tabled a resolution that would have locked the village into lower electric rates.
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| | Olympic efforts receive recognition
02/09/2012
Recently, the Madison County Special Olympics program announced the winners of its annual recognition awards.
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| | Tolles connection goes another generation deeper
02/09/2012
Familiar surroundings welcome Chelsea Daniel Lewis when she enters the Tolles Career & Technical Center building.
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| | City considers permitting alcohol at Community Center
02/07/2012
The use of and rules for use of London's Community Center on South Walnut Street continue to evolve.
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| | Water line in front of Kroger slated for relocation
02/07/2012
An old London water line prone to frequent breaks is slated for replacement and relocation.
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| | Fate uncertain for West Jeff's Christmas in the Park
02/06/2012
The fate of West Jefferson’s Christmas in the Park is uncertain. On Feb. 2, Jeff Pfeil submitted his resignation as president of the event’s board of directors.
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| | Decked out in red for heart health awareness
02/06/2012
On Feb. 3, Madison County Hospital staff members participated in National Wear Red Day to promote heart-health awareness.
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| | Tolles will host college financial aid event on Feb. 12
02/02/2012
Tolles Career & Technical Center will host the state-wide college financial aid event "College Goal Sunday" at 2 p.m. Feb. 12.
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| | Ohio Idol and COSI coming to 2012 fair
02/01/2012
Ohio Idol will make a stop at this year’s Madison County Fair. The top 10 finishers in the statewide singing competition will perform from 7 to 9 p.m. July 9 at the fairgrounds in London.
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| | Developmental Disabilities Board elects officers
01/31/2012
Officers for the Madison County Board of Developmental Disabilities are sworn into office.
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| | Youthful singing
01/31/2012
The Young Artist Showcase took place Jan. 28 in London.
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| | St. Patrick students find out "What's Wild"
01/31/2012
COSI on Wheels visited St. Patrick School in London on Jan. 31.
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| | Indian artifacts topic of first history roundtable
01/30/2012
An effort to start a history roundtable in Mount Sterling started with a discussion of prehistoric Indians in Ohio.
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| | Relay For Life kickoff is Feb. 21
01/30/2012
It takes a team effort to fight cancer. Form a team or join one at the Madison County Relay For Life kickoff on Feb. 21 in the West Jefferson High School cafetorium.
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| | Photography on exhibit at London gallery
01/27/2012
The work of local photographer Bryant Riley will be on display at Gallery On High Feb. 2-29.
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| | Prairie Oaks Park: So much to explore
01/26/2012
Temperatures in the 20s, no wind, and plenty of sunshine made Jan. 15 an invigorating day for the third hike in the Metro Parks’ 2012 Winter Hike Series.
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| | Public open house set at new Deercreek Township hall
01/26/2012
The public is invited to attend an open house set for 1 to 4 p.m. Feb. 4 at the new Deercreek township hall and community center in Lafayette.
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| | Elections Board needs people to work as presiding judges
01/26/2012
The Madison County Board of Elections is seeking individuals to work as presiding judges at polling places on Election Day.
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| | Gearing up for Rockin' on the Run to aid brain tumor research
01/26/2012
After seeing participation double from the first year to the second, organizers of Rockin' on the Run want to keep things rollin' by spreading the word early for year No. 3.
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| | FMCPT honors volunteers for work on the trail
01/24/2012
On Jan. 18, Friends of Madison County Parks and Trails honored members who volunteered in 2011.
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| | London City Council accepts 10K in grants to alter tennis courts
01/24/2012
London City Council discussed improvements for recreational facilities during its Jan. 19 meeting.
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| | Twin brothers sign to play baseball at Ohio University
01/24/2012
Nate and Nick Squires signed letters of intent to play baseball for Ohio University in front of their family, coaches and friends on Jan. 19 at Jonathan Alder.
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| | London moves forward on nature preserve
01/24/2012
London City Council has authorized Safety Services Director Steve Hume to apply for a $34,000 grant to move forward on the planned London Nature Preserve.
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| | Madison-Plains will move to the Mid-State League
01/18/2012
The Madison-Plains school board voted unanimously Jan. 17 to switch its membership from the South Central Ohio League to the Mid-State League.
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| | Madison-Plains planning finances 10 years out
01/18/2012
Madison-Plains leaders planning now to make sure the district's finances stay in the black.
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| | Plain City teen makes top-16 at Ohio Fairs Queen contest
01/18/2012
Making it to the top 16, Plain City resident Allison Fogelsong advanced farther in the Ohio Fairs Queen pageant than any Madison County Fair queen before her.
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| | Young Artist Showcase set for Jan. 28 in London
01/18/2012
The Madison County Arts Council will present its 16th annual Young Artist Showcase at 3 p.m. Jan. 28 at St. John's Lutheran Church, London.
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| | New committee considers Walnut Street campus use and upkeep
01/18/2012
London City Council has formed a committee to address the use and upkeep of the old school buildings the city owns on Walnut Street.
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| | West Jeff police chief's retirement comes as surprise
01/17/2012
Dennis R. Gates, a 33-year veteran of the West Jefferson police force and chief since September 2005, is retiring at the end of next month.
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| | West Jeff Parsons Award goes to Loveless and Ulrey
01/17/2012
Marcella Ingles Loveless and Wayne Ulrey are the newest recipients of the Ralph L. Parsons Award for Community Service.
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| | 350 pack gym to watch Donkey Basketball
01/17/2012
London High School FFA's first-ever Donkey Basketball game was an out-and-out success.
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| | Mr. Ed closes up shop
01/12/2012
When Ed Estep reminisces about the many "cut-up moments" he’s enjoyed as a barber over the last 57 years, he's not talking about hair cuts.
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| | Slick winter fun: Places to go sledding and ice skating
01/12/2012
In case Mother Nature decides to kick into full winter gear, here are a few local sledding and ice skating spots that are open to the public.
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| | Animals, humans love new Humane Society site
01/12/2012
Barbie, an energetic, rust-colored terrier mix, is loving the outdoor play area at the new Humane Society of Madison County location.
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| | Geib named president of London school board
01/12/2012
Dr. Martha Geib and Marvin Homan were elected to serve as the London school board's president and vice president, respectively.
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| | Alder band plans trip to Disney World
01/12/2012
The Jonathan Alder High School band has started preparations for a December trip to Disney World.
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| | Live music: Performances scheduled around the county
01/12/2012
Barbershop quartets and college worship teams are among the groups who will offer performances around Madison County over the next few weeks.
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| | Decision made: London will join Mid-State League
01/11/2012
After a unanimous vote from the school board on Jan. 10, London High School is headed for a new conference.
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| | Decision delayed: Madison-Plains waits to vote on league switch
01/11/2012
The Madison-Plains school board will not vote on a potential switch from the South Central Ohio League to the Mid-State League until Jan. 17.
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| | Elections Board moving to new location
01/11/2012
The Madison County Board of Elections is relocating to 1423 State Route 38 SE, London.
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| | Old oil spill is new problem for WJ Schools
01/11/2012
The wheels of government may move slowly, but Jefferson Local Schools Superintendent William Mullett learned that once they shift into action, time is short.
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| | Red Brick closes main dining room; tavern still open
01/11/2012
As of Jan. 1, the main dining room at the historic Red Brick Tavern in Lafayette is closed. The tavern side remains open.
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| | Closser on levy need: 'We need to get the word out'
01/11/2012
London Councilman Pat Closser is once again chairing the campaign committee promoting passage of a 2.1-mill replacement levy for city operations.
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| | Jonathan Alder student wins county spelling bee
01/09/2012
Delaney Geitgey, an eighth-grader from Jonathan Alder Junior High, won the annual Madison County Spelling Bee held Jan. 5.
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| | Council approves permit for downtown video game store
01/06/2012
Play N Trade, a video game store, is going in at the corner of South Main and West First streets in downtown London.
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| | West Jeff council takes first step toward waterline upgrades
01/06/2012
On Jan. 3, West Jefferson Council adopted a resolution to contract with Fanning/Howey Associates of Dublin for engineering and design services for waterline improvements.
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| | West Jeff pool will meet handicap accessibility standards
01/06/2012
West Jefferson's municipal swimming pool should be equipped for accessibility for people with disabilities by the time it opens in the spring.
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| | Tractor Supply able to move forward with London store
01/06/2012
Tractor Supply Co. has been waiting to open a store in London since last spring. That wait is over.
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| | West Jeff girls beat Grandview
01/04/2012
West Jefferson's girls varsity basketball team defeated Grandview 29-26 in a home game on Jan. 3.
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| | Staffed by volunteers, London Elementary library reopens Jan. 9
01/04/2012
Manned by an eager legion of volunteers, London Elementary's library, closed all of first semester due to staffing cuts, will reopen to students on Jan. 9.
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| | Get your tickets for London FFA's Donkey Ball Tournament
01/03/2012
Hoof it over to the London Community Center Jan. 12 for basketball like you've never seen it played before.
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| | First baby born in 2012 in Madison County arrives
01/03/2012
McKenzie Faye Brooks was born on Jan. 2 at Madison County Hospital
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| | 64 years as a waitress at the Red Brick
12/28/2011
Neval Pennell's first job turned out to be her only job. On Dec. 15, she hung up her apron for the last time after 64 years as a waitress at the Red Brick Tavern.
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| | Column: Outsider reminisces about old LHS gym and field
12/28/2011
News that London and Madison-Plains high schools might soon join the Mid-State League brought back memories for me of when London was a member of the Mid-Eight League from the late 1950s until the early 1970s.
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| | Young history buff compiles old photos of South Charleston
12/28/2011
It's not often someone in their 20s is passionate about the past, but such is the case with Joshua Murray.
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| | Spahn awarded rank of Eagle Scout
12/28/2011
The Boy Scouts of America awarded Sam Spahn the rank of Eagle Scout in a Court of Honor held Dec. 4.
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| | Winter hike series starts Jan. 7
12/28/2011
Metro Parks' winter hike series includes 13 guided and unguided hikes, each at a different park in the system, including parks that reach into Madison County.
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| | Longtime county clerk of courts, Marie Parks, retires
12/27/2011
After 34 years of keeping the law in order, Marie Parks, Madison County's clerk of courts, is retiring.
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| | Robotics Club: A fun way to learn about teamwork
12/21/2011
The adults call it "learning 21st century skills." The kids call it "fun." Both are talking about the student Robotics Club at Canaan Middle School in the Jonathan Alder School District.
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| | Madison-Plains, London may join West Jeff in Mid State League
12/21/2011
Leaders in the London and Madison-Plains school districts will decide Jan. 10 if they will switch athletic conferences, from the South Central Ohio League to the Mid State League.
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| | House sweet house
12/21/2011
First-graders made gingerbread houses during a pre-winter break activity.
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| | Plain City Elementary donates 5,581 food items
12/21/2011
The Plain City Elementary student council coordinated a food drive Nov. 28-Dec. 9 to benefit the Plain City Ministerial Association's Christmas Basket collection project.
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| | Park project talk gets heated
12/21/2011
After a heated discussion on Dec. 19, West Jefferson Council defeated Parks and Recreation Director Jack McDowell's request for funds to renovate the shelter house at Converse Park.
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| | Book List I: What local librarians are reading
12/21/2011
Madison County’s librarians share what they are personally reading right now and what’s next on their lists.
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| | Book List II: What Messenger staffers are reading
12/21/2011
A run-down of what Messenger staffers are reading now and what we hope to be reading as the snow falls this winter
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| | See what's new at Canaan Middle School open house
12/20/2011
An open house set for Jan. 12 will give the public a look at the renovated and expanded Canaan Middle School in the Jonathan Alder School District.
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| | Arts Council fund-raiser will honor memory of Clint Morse
12/20/2011
The Madison County Arts Council will hold a two-show dinner fund-raiser on Jan. 8 at Ann & Tony's Restaurant in West Jefferson.
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| | WJ Council approves 2012 pay scales and budget
12/20/2011
West Jefferson village employees will get a 3 percent pay raise in 2012.
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| | Tolles students operate full-service salon
12/18/2011
Clients receive an inexpensive, salon-inspired experience while students obtain practical, hands-on time enhancing their skills.
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| | Townships express gratitude
12/15/2011
At the Madison County Townships Association's Christmas party on Dec. 12, two women were recognized for their service to the community.
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| | London board bids farewell to Geer and Allen
12/15/2011
Vici Geer and Steve Allen presided over their last London school board meeting on Dec. 13.
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| | Madison-Plains board opposes state voucher expansion
12/15/2011
The Madison-Plains school board voted unanimously on Dec. 13 to oppose House Bill 136, which would expand the availability of vouchers for students to attend private schools.
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| | Amnesty, anonymity promised to cannonball pranksters
12/15/2011
At the beginning of the 1950s, pranksters pilfered the powderless cannonballs that decorated the Union Army monument installed in New California in 1913.
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| | Mount Sterling's Joslin named Chamber Bell Ringer
12/15/2011
The Madison County Chamber of Commerce awarded its 2011 Bell Ringer Award to David Joslin.
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| | London FFA lands top-10 spot in international contest
12/14/2011
The efforts of London High School's ag-business students to promote safe driving has landed them a top-10 spot in a contest spanning the United States and Canada.
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| | It's official: Alder is part of the Mid Ohio Athletic Conference
12/13/2011
Jonathan Alder is officially a member of the Mid Ohio Athletic Conference.
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| | School board applauds West Jeff football team
12/13/2011
It was another winning season for the West Jefferson Roughrider football team.
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| | Photos from WJ's Christmas in the Park 2011
12/13/2011
West Jefferson's Christmas in the Park opened its 16th year on Dec. 9 in Garrette Park.
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| | Candidates and issues filed for March 6, 2012 primary
12/09/2011
The deadline to file issues or file as a candidate for the March 6, 2012, primary election was Dec. 7.
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| | West Jeff Lions prep for another year of giving
12/09/2011
On Dec. 6, the West Jefferson Lions Club celebrated a year of giving back to the community by giving back to their volunteers.
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| | Water and sewer rates are going up in West Jefferson
12/07/2011
West Jefferson Council is raising residential water and sewer rates by 10 percent beginning in February. Rates will go up another 10 percent in 2013.
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| | Resident complains about sewer backup damage
12/07/2011
Linda Peters informed West Jefferson Council that a sewer backup this summer created a $3,000 mess in her basement.
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| | London City Schools will be back on ballot in March
12/07/2011
London City Schools will be on the ballot March 6 for another attempt at passing an emergency levy to raise $2.5 million a year for five years for operating expenses.
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| | Army veteran's family loses home in fire
12/07/2011
Friends, family, neighbors and strangers have rallied around a family from the southeastern Madison County area who lost their home and its contents to a fire on Dec. 3.
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| | Community garden in the works in London
12/06/2011
The city of London will join the community garden trend this spring, offering tilled plots for rent on the east side of Cowling Park.
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| | London Council considers raises for mayor, auditor, law director
12/06/2011
London council is considering an ordinance that would give the mayor, auditor and law director 3 percent raises each of the next four years.
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| | Photos: Mount Sterling's Christmas in the Village
12/06/2011
Mount Sterling celebrated Christmas in the Village on Dec. 4. Activities took place at the Community Center and at the town gazebo.
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| | One Parks & Rec project is a go; the other is not
12/06/2011
West Jefferson Parks and Recreation Director Jack McDowell plans to apply for a grant to cover 75 percent of the cost to bring the village swimming pool into compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act.
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| | Large tire retailer eyes potential store site in London
12/05/2011
A large tire retailer is looking to locate a store in London.
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| | West Jeff's Christmas in the Park: Overview and Schedule
12/01/2011
Young and old can't help but smile when visiting Garrette Park the last three weeks of December.
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| | West Jeff's Christmas in the Park: Animated lights
12/01/2011
Once you've covered an entire park in 300,000 Christmas lights, what's next? Animating some of those lights and setting them to music, of course.
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| | West Jeff's Christmas in the Park: Cooking up yumminess
12/01/2011
When you throw a party, you gotta have food. When that party lasts three nights, you gotta have a whole lot o' food.
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| | West Jeff's Christmas in the Park: iPad2 raffle
12/01/2011
To host a three-night celebration and light an entire park nightly for three weeks takes not only work but money.
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| | Christmas tree tour
12/01/2011
The second annual Madison County Christmas Tree Tour is in full swing.
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| | Be an elf: Help to spruce up used toys
11/30/2011
The next two weeks will yield a sleighful of opportunities to be an elf and help the HELP House prepare hundreds of gently used toys and games for adoption into the homes of kids who are less fortunate.
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| | Dec. 7: Christmas in South Charleston
11/30/2011
Christmas in South Charleston is back for the 15th year. The South Charleston Community Club invites the public to enjoy holiday fun from 4 to 8 p.m. Dec. 7.
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| | Photos: London's Old Fashioned Christmas 2011
11/30/2011
Though it was a rainy night, Nov. 28 still brought out the holiday cheer for London's Old Fashioned Christmas.
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| | SOUTHEASTERN: Winter Sports Report 2011
11/30/2011
Photos and schedules for Southeastern High School's basketball, wrestling, bowling and cheerleading squads
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| | West Jeff seniors paint mural at new Humane Society
11/28/2011
What do a rock, paint and flowers have in common?
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| | Horse-drawn wagons new to Mount Sterling event
11/23/2011
Mount Sterling's "Christmas in the Village" will take place in two places in two phases, all on one day, Dec. 4.
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| | School board will meet Dec. 1 to discuss next levy attempt
11/23/2011
The London school board will meet at 7:30 a.m. Dec. 1 to discuss how to proceed in the wake of the Nov. 8 levy defeat.
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| | JONATHAN ALDER: Winter Sports Preview 2011
11/23/2011
Photos and schedules for Jonathan Alder High School's varsity basketball, bowling wrestling and cheerleading squads.
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| | LONDON: Winter Sports Preview 2011
11/23/2011
Photos and schedules for London High School's varsity basketball, wrestling and cheerleading squads
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| | MADISON-PLAINS: Winter Sports Preview 2011
11/23/2011
Photos and schedules for Madison-Plains High School's varsity basketball, wrestling and cheerleading squads
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| | SHEKINAH CHRISTIAN: Winter Sports Preview 2011
11/23/2011
Photos and schedules for Shekinah Christian School's varsity boys and girls basketball teams
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| | WEST JEFFERSON: Winter Sports Preview 2011
11/23/2011
Photos and schedules for West Jefferson High School's varsity basketball, wrestling and cheerleading squads
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| | Collecting dog food in Daisy's memory
11/23/2011
MAP coordinates dog food collection in memory of local family's beloved pet.
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| | London City Schools hires interim superintendent
11/22/2011
London City Schools will start 2012 with an interim superintendent at the helm.
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| | Roadside signs will honor Dick LeBeau
11/22/2011
One of London's claims to fame is as the birthplace of Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee Dick LeBeau.
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| | London's Old Fashioned Christmas is Monday, Nov. 28
11/22/2011
Holiday spirit will fill downtown London on Nov. 28 during the city's annual Old Fashioned Christmas. Festivities and open houses will take place from 5 to 9 p.m.
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| | West Jeff might raise water and sewer rates
11/22/2011
West Jefferson water and sewer rates could increase under legislation now under consideration by village council.
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| | Photos: Jonathan Alder's regional finals game
11/22/2011
Jonathan Alder finishes the season as the Div. III Region 12 runner-up.
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| | Photos: West Jefferson regional finals game
11/22/2011
West Jefferson ended their 2011 season as the Div. V Region 20 runner-up.
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| | City will return to ballot with replacement levy
11/21/2011
The City of London will be back on the ballot next year for a second attempt at replacing a 2.1-mill operating levy that expires at the end of 2012.
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| | London stages "A Christmas Carol" Dec. 1-3
11/21/2011
Normally, London High School stages its fall play in November, but director Scott Blanton chose "A Christmas Carol" as this year's production.
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| | Plain City's 10th annual Christmas Under the Clock
11/21/2011
Plain City's 10th annual Christmas Under the Clock is set for Dec. 3.
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| | 95-year-old inspires crafty mission project
11/17/2011
Some form of Betty Boughn's needle-work graces nearly every door in the Seton London senior living facility. Now, it will grace the lives of orphans in Haiti.
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| | Heartfelt Holidays band plays '60s, '70s, '80s tunes
11/17/2011
This year at Heartfelt Holidays, guests will enjoy live music The Sticks & Stones.
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| | Lights shine for loved ones
11/17/2011
Lights of Love, a holiday illumination ceremony, is set for 5:30 p.m. Nov. 28 in front of Madison County Hospital in London.
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| | Guide to area toy and gift drives
11/17/2011
Opportunities abound for donating toys and other holiday cheer to families in need in the Madison County area.
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| | Quick preview of village and city Christmas celebrations
11/17/2011
Christmas celebrations are planned in London, Plain City, Mount Sterling and West Jefferson.
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| | Santa breakfast, dinners, senior citizens party, museum fun
11/17/2011
Organizations throughout Madison County are planning plenty of fun and fellowship this holiday season.
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| | Film club makes "Shakesfear" and more
11/16/2011
West Jefferson may not be the movie capital of Ohio, but students in a club organized by math instructor Randy Boettner are learning what it's like to create their own cinematic and video masterpieces.
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| | Monroe Elementary named Ohio School of Promise
11/15/2011
Monroe Elementary School took center stage at the Nov. 14 Jonathan Alder school board meeting.
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| | Ticket info for Alder, West Jeff regional finals football games
11/14/2011
Two Madison County high school football teams have advanced to regional finals in football.
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| | PHOTOS: West Jeff beats Pleasant in regional semi-finals
11/14/2011
On Nov. 11, West Jefferson's football team traveled to Hilliard Bradley to play Marion Pleasant in the Div. V, Region 20 semi-finals.
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| | Nov. 8 (2011) Election Results - Issues
11/09/2011
Unofficial results for issues on the Nov. 8, 2011, ballot in Madison County
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| | Nov. 8 (2011) Election Results - Candidates
11/09/2011
Unofficial results for candidate races on the Nov. 8, 2011, ballot in Madison County
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| | Alder play tackles heavy stuff: Salem witch trials
11/09/2011
Jonathan Alder High School's drama students tackle heavy material in their upcoming production of "The Crucible."
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| | West Jeff will revamp employee/police handbooks
11/09/2011
West Jefferson council's employee benefits committee will review and update the village employee and police employee handbooks.
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| | LMS cast sings colorful tune in 'Seussical Jr.'
11/09/2011
Stephanie Stephens has chosen the fantastical "Seussical Jr." as the last production she will direct as a music teacher at London Middle School.
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| | HELP House needs Thanksgiving food
11/09/2011
The H.E.L.P. House food pantry in London is preparing for its annual Thanksgiving outreach.
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| | Sports card and craft show at St. John's
11/09/2011
The 14th annual Sports Card & Craft Show is set for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 19. at St. John's Lutheran Church, 380 Keny Blvd., London.
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| | Sophomore makes history in 18 minutes, 19 seconds
11/08/2011
On Nov. 5, London High School sophomore Sarra Taylor won the Div. II state cross country meet.
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| | People To People student ambassadors connect with other cultures
11/08/2011
Elizabeth Bennett looks forward to building self-confidence and experiencing new cultures on a trip to Europe via the People To People Student Ambassador program.
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| | Madison-Plains and London bands compete at state finals
11/08/2011
For those who were "wonder"ing, the Madison-Plains and London high school marching bands were on "fire" this season.
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| | Madison-Plains fall play: "The Curious Savage"
11/07/2011
For Barbara Warren, Madison-Plains High School's production of "The Curious Savage" is a chance to reminisce.
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| | Parsons Farm Partnership wins conservation award
11/07/2011
Ralph Parsons Farm Partnership is the 2011 Madison Soil and Water Conservation District Cooperator of the Year.
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| | Open houses set for silent art auction
11/03/2011
The London Visual Arts Guild is holding its third annual silent art auction.
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| | Letters to the Editor about election issues
11/03/2011
Readers share their opinions about issues on the Nov. 8, 2011, general election ballot.
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| | Letters to the Editor from West Jefferson
11/03/2011
Organizations express gratitude for community support.
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| | Metro Parks breaks ground on Battelle Darby Creek nature center
11/02/2011
On Nov. 1, Metro Parks broke ground on a 14,000 square-foot nature center at Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park.
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| | Veterans Day services for 2011
11/02/2011
Organizations in the Madison County area will hold Veterans Day events to honor those who have served their country and those are currently serving.
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| | West Jefferson Halloween costume contest winners
11/01/2011
Awards go to funniest, prettiest, scariest, most creative and best overall costumes.
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| | "Count Dracula" at South Charleston Opera House
11/01/2011
Count on having a bloody good time at Springfield Civic Theatre's production of "Count Dracula" at the South Charleston Opera House.
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| | Celebrating Buckeyes' win over Badgers
11/01/2011
The Ohio State Buckeyes pull off a nail-biter Oct. 22, taking down Wisconsin 33-29.
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| | Help the Trojans beat Team Hunger and win Souper Bowl
10/31/2011
Miami View School's fall food drive to benefit Second Harvest Food Bank of Clark, Champaign and Logan Counties runs through Nov. 18.
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| | Nature preserve opens in Monroe Township
10/26/2011
The Little Darby Nature Preserve, located east of Plumwood in Monroe Township, is officially open to visitors. An open house is planned for 10 a.m. to noon Nov. 5.
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| | City of London looks to sell Armory building
10/26/2011
The City of London plans to sell the Armory building at 15 E. Second St. The manner in which it is sold is yet to be determined.
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| | Forecast shows increasingly large deficits starting in 2013
10/26/2011
According to Treasurer Kristine Blind's projections, without new revenue, London City Schools is facing increasingly large deficits starting in 2013.
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| | Ghoulish fun in Mount Sterling
10/26/2011
The Mount Sterling Business and Community group held a harvest festival Oct. 22.
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| | A unique Christmas card sale
10/25/2011
Four artists in the Sky High Arts program at MATCO Services have created a collection of Christmas cards.
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| | Make A Difference Day was "noodle-rific"
10/25/2011
"Noodles" was the theme for this year's Make A Difference Day held Oct. 22 at Garrette Park in West Jefferson.
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| | Plain City's Country Thrift Store back in action
10/25/2011
Ironically, a disastrous fire has been good for business at the Country Closet Thrift Shop in Plain City.
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| | UPDATED: Halloween and harvest-themed events
10/20/2011
Trick-or-treat times and more
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| | West Jeff grocery will be closing
10/20/2011
West Jeff Finer Food, which opened in late February, has begun a liquidation sale en route to closure.
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| | UPDATED: Letters to the Editor
10/20/2011
Topics on readers' minds: Age limits for Ohio judges, school and library levies
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| | Drop off e-waste, TVs and old meds Oct. 29
10/20/2011
The North Central Ohio Solid Waste District's Madison County program will conduct an e-waste, TV and old medications collection from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 29 in West Jefferson
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| | Mt. Sterling Community Center plans fund-raising walk
10/18/2011
Tie up those sneakers. The Mount Sterling Community Center is holding its first annual fund-raising walk.
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| | Madison-Plains approves five-year financial forecast
10/18/2011
The financial forecast looks stable in the Madison-Plains Local School District.
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| | Food distribution center will bring 108 jobs to West Jeff
10/18/2011
Target Corp., which operates a regional distribution center in West Jefferson's industrial park on State Route 29, is adding a regional food distribution center at the site.
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| | Letters to the Editor
10/14/2011
More opinions regarding the London Schools levy and the London Library levy.
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| | Open Forum: Thoughts on the mammogram debate
10/14/2011
Dr. Mitchell Spahn, medical director of the Battelle Breast Care Center in London, shares his thoughts on the mammogram debate.
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| | Alder offers to sell old school property to Plain City
10/11/2011
With the new Plain City Elementary up and running at 580 S. Chillicothe St., Jonathan Alder Local Schools is selling the old elementary building at 340 W. Main St.
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| | WJ board opposes state standardization of school calendar
10/11/2011
Ohio lawmakers want to standardize the school year by prohibiting districts from starting earlier than Labor Day and closing later than Memorial Day.
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| | Vandalism at Monroe Elementary
10/11/2011
Vandalism forced Monroe Elementary School students out of their usual learning environment Oct. 10-11.
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| | West Jeff to hold grand reopening of Main Street
10/11/2011
West Jefferson’s $3 million Main Street enhancement project is near completion.
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| | Trick or Treat times and other fall fun
10/10/2011
Madison County communities announced trick or treat times. Other fall and Halloween-themed events hit the calendar, too.
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| | New support group open to all affected by addiction
10/06/2011
Struggling to cope with her son's heroin addiction, Tammy Lutz turned to the Internet for help. She found Circle of Support.
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| | Letters to the Editor
10/06/2011
Readers share their opinions about the London City Schools levy and the London Public Library levy.
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| | Do your part through art
10/06/2011
Interact with the London Visual Arts Guild and, at the same time, support artists, art programs and charitable causes.
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| | Can you solve whodunit in ‘Death in the Stacks’?
10/06/2011
History and mystery come together for the Friends of the London Public Library murder mystery production, "Death in the Stacks," set for Oct. 22.
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| | Rotary names Flax "4 Way Test Person of the Year"
10/06/2011
The annual award goes to a person who exemplifies Rotary's 4 Way Test ideals in their personal and professional lives.
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| | Five receive Rotary's Service Above Self award
10/06/2011
Three years ago, the London Rotary Club initiated the Service Above Self awards program. This year's honorees were recognized at a banquet on Sept. 29.
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| | Good Neighbor Award goes to "Bread Man"
10/04/2011
Bill Randall, known around West Jefferson as "The Bread Man," received September's Good Neighbor Award at the Oct. 3 West Jefferson Village Council meeting.
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| | West Jeff creates new zoning job; leaf pick-up dates set
10/04/2011
The Village of West Jefferson will hire a part-time employee to look for building and zoning violations and do other legwork for that department.
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| | Benefit raises over $10,000 for Legion Post 201
10/04/2011
American Legion Post 201 in West Jefferson held a benefit Oct. 2 to raise funds for day-to-day post expenses and to revive its bingo games, one of its main sources of revenue.
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| | Special blessing for pets
10/04/2011
Zion Lutheran Church in West Jefferson held a special pet blessing service on Oct. 2.
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| | Rainbow and royalty at West Jeff homecoming
10/04/2011
West Jefferson played Millersport Sept. 30. The game also served as the Roughriders homecoming.
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| | London Library's last 2011 book sale is today
09/30/2011
The Friends of the London Public Library will hold their last monthly book sale of 2011 on Oct. 1 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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| | Couple's service is treasured
09/29/2011
Both William "Shag" Stidham and his wife, Betty, worked in the Madison County Treasurer's Office for the past 39 years. Figuring that was enough, they will retire Sept. 30.
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| | Madison-Plains pilots new National Honor Society standards
09/29/2011
Future Madison-Plains National Honor Society inductees will be well-rounded individuals who not only excel academically but also are willing to be actively involved in NHS service projects.
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| | Volunteers are wheels for meals
09/29/2011
The value of the service Meals On Wheels provides is undeniable, as is the need for more volunteers to deliver that service.
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| | Photos from 2011 Mount Sterling Good Ole Days parade
09/29/2011
Mount Sterling's 2011 Good Ole Days took place last weekend. A parade was part of the festivities
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| | South Charleston UMC celebrates 200th anniversary
09/29/2011
After the second morning service on Sept. 25, the congregation of South Charleston United Methodist Church filed down to the basement and gathered around a table on which sat a metal container about the size of a shoebox.
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| | Foundation helps cancer patients and their families
09/29/2011
The Cancer Support & Resource Foundation will hold its 11th annual celebration and fund-raiser Nov. 5 at Deer Creek Lodge and Conference Center near Mount Sterling.
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| | Beautiful day for a Gingerbread Festival
09/26/2011
The South Charleston Heritage Commission hosted its annual Gingerbread Festival on Sept. 25.
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| | Field house of dreams: Plans unveiled
09/21/2011
With architectural plans now in hand, the J.J. Hartley Complex Board is powering full steam ahead to raise money for the Dick LeBeau Field House at London High School.
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| | Battelle opens Center for Life Sciences Research Center in WJ
09/21/2011
"This is just good, good and good," said Ohio Gov. John Kasich at the Sept. 15 opening of the Center for Life Sciences Research at Battelle's West Jefferson campus on Route 142.
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| | Legion post suffers money woes; hog roast to help
09/21/2011
A hog roast set for Oct. 2 is designed to bring the community together in support of American Legion Post 201, which is struggling financially.
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| | Old school space transformed into Community Center
09/21/2011
After several weeks of spruce-up and maintenance work, the City of London's new Community Center is up and running.
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| | Parents seek new bussing, library staffing solutions
09/21/2011
Dissatisfied with changes made going into this school year, parents of students at London City Schools are asking for and offering alternate solutions.
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| | West Jeff building inspector wants a violations scout
09/20/2011
West Jefferson's building inspector, who works part-time, wants another part-time worker on staff to canvass the village for code violators.
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| | Group of citizens reviews city's finances
09/20/2011
Several weeks ago, London Mayor David Eades convened a committee of residents to review the city's finances. The group's fourth meeting is set for 7 p.m. Oct. 5.
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| | Elections Board consolidates county's precincts from 43 to 27
09/20/2011
At a meeting in August, the Madison County Board of Elections unanimously voted to reduce the county’s number of precincts from 43 to 27.
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| | Three inducted into LHS Athletic Hall of Fame
09/20/2011
London High School's 2011 Athletic Hall of Fame inductees are Bill Blazer, Bill Conley and B.J. Laney.
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| | Jonathan Alder Day photos
09/19/2011
The Madison County Historical Society held its Jonathan Alder Day on Sept. 17 at the museum in London.
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| | Hospital volunteers' hours number in the thousands
09/16/2011
At a luncheon on Sept. 12, Madison County Hospital's volunteer coordinator, Darla Bires, and chief financial officer, Mike Browning, honored more than 40 hospital volunteers.
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| | Reading of the Constitution on the courthouse lawn
09/16/2011
Charles Herrnstein, in character as Thomas Jefferson, will read the Constitution at 1 p.m. Sept. 23 on the Madison County Courthouse lawn in London.
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| | Madison County's high school marching bands - 2011
09/15/2011
Photos of the 2011 marching bands from Jonathan Alder, London, Madison-Plains and West Jefferson high schools
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| | Write-in candidates for Nov. 8 election
09/14/2011
Several individuals declared their intent to run as write-in candidates for races in Madison County's Nov. 8 general election.
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| | Quarter midget racer Ride & Drive is Oct. 1 in London
09/14/2011
The Central Ohio Quarter Midget Association will hold a Ride & Drive from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Oct. 1 at its track at the Madison County Fairgrounds in London.
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| | West Jeff Schools' energy bills decrease dramatically
09/13/2011
Jefferson Local Schools' plan to lower energy bills is paying off in a big way.
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| | Pedestrian safety a concern at new Plain City school
09/13/2011
Only a few weeks old, the new Plain City Elementary building is already drawing criticism regarding traffic patterns and pedestrian safety.
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| | Mount Sterling's 2011 Good Ole Days Festival: Sept. 23-25
09/13/2011
Mount Sterling's annual Good Ole Days Festival will take place Sept. 23-25 at Veterans Field.
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| | Letters to the Editor
09/13/2011
Letter writers share their opinions on the London Library levy, London City Schools levy, Madison County Junior Fair livestock sale, and
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| | Photos: London vs. West Jeff football
09/13/2011
On Sept. 9, in a well attended in-county football match-up, West Jefferson defeated London 28-14.
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| | Girl Scout stocks elementary school supplies
09/13/2011
Teachers at London Elementary give Girl Scout Elizabeth Bennett a gold star for the effort she put into her silver award community service project.
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| | 9-11 Memorial: West Jefferson remembers
09/12/2011
West Jefferson residents gathered on Sept. 11 for a ceremony memorializing the 10th anniversary of the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center, Pentagon and Flight 93.
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| | Large game crowd leads to ticket line changes at LHS
09/12/2011
Due to the large crowd and slow ticket lines at the Sept. 9 home football game, the London High School Athletic Department has changed its ticket selling operations.
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| | Volunteer Days at new animal shelter
09/09/2011
The Humane Society of Madison County will hold volunteer days Sept. 17-18 at its new shelter, 2020 State Route 142 NE, West Jefferson.
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| | History museum will host Jonathan Alder Day Sept. 17
09/09/2011
The Madison County Historical Society will hold Jonathan Alder Day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 17.
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| | London Council approves bike routes
09/08/2011
Bicyclists now have two official options for pedaling on city streets between bike path trailheads in downtown London.
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| | Madison County photo contest
09/08/2011
The Madison Soil and Water Conservation District is holding a photo contest to promote conservation in the county.
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| | West Jeff adds new job position at water plant
09/08/2011
West Jefferson Village Council approved creation of the position of assistant water superintendent on Sept. 6.
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| | Schiffs win West Jeff's Good Neighbor Award
09/08/2011
Don and Carol Schiff are West Jefferson's Good Neighbors of the Month.
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| | Health District announces flu/pneumonia shot clinics
09/08/2011
The Madison County/London City Health District announces its clinic schedule for flu and pneumonia shots.
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| | Two Plain City businesses destroyed in lightning strike fire
09/07/2011
Sirens from Plain City and surrounding townships blared as smoke billowed from the Country Closet Thrift Store at 299 S. Jefferson Ave. after lightning struck the facility around 1 a.m. Sept. 4.
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| | Crime-fighting BCI celebrates 90th anniversary
09/07/2011
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine describes the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI), located on Route 56 north of London, as a "magical place."
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| | Ox Roast survives weekend's wild weather
09/07/2011
Despite a heat advisory on Saturday of over 100 degrees, rain and clouds on Sunday, then temperatures in the 60s on Monday, West Jefferson's annual Labor Day weekend Ox Roast went on as planned.
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| | Photos: Making of the famous Ox Roast sandwiches
09/07/2011
Much work goes into making the signature dish of the West Jefferson Ox Roast -- ox roast sandwiches.
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| | Photos: Watermelon-eating winners and Ox Roast queens
09/07/2011
The 2011 Ox Roast featured a variety of contests, including some that were royal and some that were a little messy.
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| | Shekinah Festival fun slated for Sept. 9-10
09/01/2011
Make plans now to attend the 32nd annual Shekinah Festival and Auction for a day full of family fun.
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| | September in South Charleston
09/01/2011
Gingerbread Festival, 9-11 service, 200th church anniversary and library events coming up in South Charleston.
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| | SOUTHEASTERN: Fall Sports 2011
09/01/2011
Photos and schedules for Southeastern High School's football, volleyball, soccer, cross country, golf, cheerleaders and marching band.
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| | Refresher on London's recycling rules
09/01/2011
The City of London is experiencing some contamination in its curbside recycling program. The following is a reminder of what can and cannot be recycled.
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| | Bridging the transition gap between school and work
09/01/2011
Transitioning is serious business. Just ask the group of Madison County high school students who spent six weeks this summer learning skills they will need when they leave the classroom and join the work force.
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| | London Schools looks to cut $1 million next year if levy fails
08/31/2011
If London City Schools' 8.5-mill levy request fails in the November election, the district will look at cutting $1 million from the budget for the 2012-13 school year.
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| | State Report Card results for Madison County schools
08/31/2011
The Ohio Department of Education released the 2010-11 state report card on Aug. 24. The report card assigns a rating to each school and to each school district.
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| | Bidders spent more on less at fair livestock sale
08/31/2011
Last year was a great year for the Madison County Junior Fair livestock sale. This year was even better.
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| | Senior center's solar panel system is largest in county
08/30/2011
The Madison County Senior Citizens Center is turning sunshine into savings.
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| | UPDATED: Issues certified for the Nov. 8 ballot
08/29/2011
The Madison County Board of Elections certified the issues that will appear on the Nov. 8 ballot.
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| | Public invited to Chamber's "Boo"nanza
08/29/2011
It's scary how much the Madison County Chamber of Commerce has changed its annual Bonanza fund-raiser...scary in a good way.
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| | Letters to the Editor
08/29/2011
Letter-writers weigh in on Habitat for Humanity work and merit-based evaluations in schools.
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| | London auto parts maker breaks ground on expansion
08/29/2011
Nissen Chemitec America, an auto parts maker in London, broke ground Aug. 26 on a 30,000 square-foot expansion.
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| | West Jeff will hold 9-11 memorial ceremony
08/29/2011
Mayor Darlene Steele and the Village of West Jefferson will recognize the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center, Pentagon and Flight 93.
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| | West Jeff opens season with win over M'burg
08/29/2011
West Jefferson opened its 2011 football season Aug. 26 with a victory over host Mechanicsburg, 31-0.
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| | Queen follows in her grandmother's footsteps
08/28/2011
My name is Dana Ellinger. I'm the 2010 Miss Ox Roast Queen.
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| | Eagle Scout rehabs 1976 bell in time for ice cream social
08/25/2011
A late summer ice cream social. Has a nice ring to it, doesn't it?
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| | iPad2 raffle part of new fun at 2011 Ox Roast
08/25/2011
The West Jefferson Community Association's 61st annual Ox Roast will serve up its traditional lineup of family-friendly entertainment with a few new twists Sept. 3-5.
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| | Beachy named grand marshal of 2011 Ox Roast parade
08/25/2011
Three weeks before Ox Roast, the West Jefferson Community Association holds a steak fry at Battelle Darby Metropark at which they announce the parade grand marshal.
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| | Local United Way sets goal of raising $97,852
08/25/2011
United Way kicked off its 2011 fund-raising campaign Aug. 19 with a picnic on the Madison County Courthouse lawn.
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| | Lilly Chapel pride on parade
08/23/2011
Trinity United Methodist Church hosted the 28th annual Lilly Chapel Homecoming on Aug. 20.
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| | Board of Elections certifies candidates for November ballot
08/23/2011
The Madison County Board of Elections has certified candidates for the Nov. 8, 2011, election.
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| | No yard waste allowed in London's streets and storm drains
08/23/2011
London City Council passed a law on Aug. 18 that makes it illegal to place leaves, grass clippings and other yard waste on the streets or in storm drains.
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| | JONATHAN ALDER: Fall Sports Preview 2011
08/18/2011
Team photos and schedules for Jonathan Alder's football, volleyball, soccer, cross country, golf, tennis and cheerleading teams
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| | LONDON: Fall Sports Preview 2011
08/18/2011
Team photos and schedules for London High School's football, volleyball, soccer, cross country, golf, tennis and cheerleading teams
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| | MADISON-PLAINS: Fall Sports Preview 2011
08/18/2011
Team photos and schedules for Madison-Plains High School's football, volleyball, soccer, cross country, tennis, dance and cheerleading teams
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| | SHEKINAH: Fall Sports Preview 2011
08/18/2011
Team photos and schedules for Shekinah Christian School's volleyball and golf teams
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| | WEST JEFFERSON: Spring Sports Preview 2011
08/18/2011
Team photos and schedules for West Jefferson High School's football, volleyball, soccer and cheerleading teams
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| | London Schools superintendent announces retirement
08/17/2011
London City Schools Superintendent Steven Allen is retiring, effective Dec. 31.
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| | West Jeff plans swimming pool parking lot upgrades
08/17/2011
Improvements are coming to the West Jefferson Municipal Swimming Pool parking lot.
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| | Traffic flow a concern at new middle school
08/17/2011
With the opening of the new London Middle School, London Police Chief David Wiseman and Principal Darren Fillman are working to make the public aware of new traffic patterns on Route 38 (Elm Street) and Keny Boulevard.
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| | Dedication of new London Middle School
08/17/2011
A large crowd showed up for the dedication of the new London Middle School on Aug. 16.
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| | Rothwell's will fill Perkins Restaurant vacancy
08/17/2011
A London native is about to realize his dream, bringing a new dining option to Madison County.
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| | London hosts football jamboree game this Friday
08/16/2011
On Aug. 19, the Red Raiders of London High School will host a football jamboree with Chillicothe High School.
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| | Alder's Gridiron Classic game will benefit Spielman Fund
08/16/2011
For the second consecutive year, Jonathan Alder High School has designated one of its home football games as a Chris Spielman Gridiron Classic game.
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| | Safety Town/Expo includes 9-11 tribute
08/16/2011
The Madison County Safety Town and Expo is slated for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 27 at the Madison County Fairgrounds in London.
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| | Connie Ballah named Trinity Homecoming grand marshal
08/10/2011
Connie Ballah almost passed up the opportunity to be parade grand marshal at the 28th annual Trinity United Methodist Church Homecoming, set for Aug. 20.
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| | 8-year-olds bring neighbors closer together
08/10/2011
There’s much talk these days about people not knowing their neighbors and children spending too much time in front of the television.
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| | Educators prepare for shift to merit-based evaluations
08/09/2011
A teacher evaluation system, firmly entrenched for decades, is undergoing major changes in districts across Ohio, including Jefferson Local Schools.
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| | Alder board will host tailgate party for new superintendent
08/09/2011
The Jonathan Alder school board began a new era when the Aug. 8 meeting began with the introduction of the district’s new superintendent, Gary L. Chapman.
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| | Photos from the 2011 London Rib and Jazz Fest
08/08/2011
Good food and good music at the 2011 London Rib and Jazz Fest
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| | Free Clinic volunteers are indispensible
08/08/2011
"It's impressive when you see how many people are involved," said Melissa Canney about the Madison County Health Partners Free Clinic.
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| | London cruise-in benefits fight against Lou Gehrig's disease
08/08/2011
In the six years since her father, Jim, passed away, London resident Liz Blakeslee and her family have raised over $24,000 to fight ALS.
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| | Photo: Fabulous Ford
08/08/2011
Hundreds of cars filled uptown Plain City at the ninth annual Classic Cruise-In on Aug. 6.
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| | Historic mile marker is on the move
08/04/2011
A piece of national history is moving a few feet back from its spot in the sun.
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| | Southeastern represented well at Clark County Fair
08/04/2011
A trio of Southeastern High School students nabbed top honors at the 2011 Clark County Fair, held July 22-29.
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| | Amazon John will bring lives animals to So. Charleston
08/04/2011
Why do the Chinese think crickets are lucky, and how did the skunk get a blue tongue?
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| | Time to sign up for Ox Roast contests
08/04/2011
All of the contests will take place on the main stage at the Ox Roast grounds. They're part of the annual Ox Roast, which runs Sept. 3-5.
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| | HELP House collects school supplies and clothing
08/04/2011
HELP House is collecting donations of school supplies and school clothing to give to local children who are economically disadvantaged.
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| | Dedication and open house set for London Middle School
08/03/2011
London City Schools' first day of school is Aug. 23, but students, parents and the public can get a sneak preview of the new London Middle School a week before that.
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| | London Fire Department swears in new full-timer
08/03/2011
The London Fire Department revived the tradition of swearing in new fire fighters with the hiring of Shane Brintlinger.
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| | New Plain City Elementary ready for first day
08/03/2011
The new Plain City Elementary buildings sits just a few minutes' drive from the old one but is worlds apart when it comes to efficiency, technology and atmosphere.
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| | Teen revival set for Aug. 10 in Newport
08/03/2011
When Bailey Phillips came home from church camp earlier this summer, she was inspired to do something to change someone’s life. That's when she came up with the idea of a teen revival.
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| | WJ recognizes marching band, disabled vets, good neighbors
08/02/2011
West Jefferson Council congratulates Good Neighbors and supports fund-raising efforts of the West Jefferson High School marching band and Disabled American Veterans Chapter 93.
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| | West Jeff pursues funding to replace water mains
08/02/2011
West Jefferson Council authorized Mayor Darlene Steele to apply for funding through the Ohio Public Works Commission capital improvement and local transportation improvement programs.
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| | Mini library open at Range Township Hall/Firehouse
07/28/2011
The mini-library, a satellite of Mount Sterling Library, is open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Wednesdays and Fridays through Sept. 30.
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| | Pool and park parties planned for National Night Out
07/27/2011
Two communities in Madison County will participate in National Night Out on Aug. 2, one with a park party and the other with a pool party.
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| | London Police Department hires second new officer
07/26/2011
On July 19, Mayor David Eades swore in the second of three full-time officers the London Police Department is hiring this year.
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| | Remembering Josh McDaniels
07/26/2011
Rhoni Newman wants the City of London to set aside July 19 as Lance Cpl. Joshua McDaniels Day.
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| | Plain City's Classic Cruise-In set for Aug. 6
07/25/2011
The Plain City Classic Cruise-in has all the hallmarks of a great car show, plus special touches that make it unique to Plain City.
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| | London's Rib and Jazz Fest takes to the streets Aug. 5
07/25/2011
"In my opinion, the Rib and Jazz Fest is the best single-day event held in London," said Steve Hume, London's safety-service director.
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| | London girl brings awareness to kids' heart defects
07/22/2011
Kennedy Clifton was 2 when a pediatrician determined she had a heart murmur.
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| | 2011 Madison County Fair Photos (Batch 3)
07/22/2011
Bunny bingo, donkey obstacle course, pig show and more!
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| | 2011 Madison County Fair Photos (Batch 4)
07/22/2011
State-bound wood worker, trampoline ride, fairgrounds tour and more!
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| | Mt. Sterling's Mierzejewski named Grand Showman
07/22/2011
Bailey Mierzejewski galloped to a stellar finish at the 2011 Madison County Fair.
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| | West Jeff Council honors lifeguard
07/22/2011
In four years as a lifeguard at the West Jefferson Pool, Taylor Sibbalds never had to rescue a swimmer. That changed earlier this month.
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| | London Schools will seek levy to raise $2.5 million a year
07/21/2011
The London Board of Education voted unanimously July 18 to move forward with an emergency tax levy request to raise $2.5 million a year for five years for operating expenses.
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| | MP preps for first year with a centralized campus
07/21/2011
The Madison-Plains School District is preparing for its first year with a centralized campus for all grades.
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| | Youths excel at 2011 Madison County Fair
07/21/2011
Winners of special awards and contests at the 2011 Madison County Fair
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| | West Jefferson food pantry giving away fresh produce
07/21/2011
Starting July 25, the Good Samaritan Food Pantry in West Jefferson will give away fresh produce twice a month through October.
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| | West Jeff addresses chairlift and bat feces
07/21/2011
West Jefferson Village Council is considering solutions for two problems affecting the second floor of the administration building on Main Street. One involves a chair lift. The other involves bat feces.
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| | 2011 Madison County Fair Photos (Batch 1)
07/14/2011
Animal shows, truck pulls, professional wrestlers and dressed-up pigs are just part of the fun at the fair.
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| | 2011 Madison County Fair Photos (Batch 2)
07/14/2011
Climbing walls, the merry-go-round, turkey shows and more!
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| | Arts Council's "Brigadoon" set for July 22-24
07/13/2011
There is much to like about the Madison County Arts Council's July 22-24 production of the musical, "Brigadoon."
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| | New London police officer hails from Mount Sterling
07/13/2011
Mount Sterling resident Dave Leach became the London Police Department’s newest officer on July 7.
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| | Poker run will benefit Marine's widow
07/13/2011
Crown Sports Lounge in London will host a poker run July 23 to raise money for Adrianna McDaniels, the widow of U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Joshua B. McDaniels.
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| | Deercreek breaks ground on township hall
07/13/2011
The Deer Creek Township trustees and Madison County Future Inc. broke ground July 8 on a township hall and community center.
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| | Standing ovation for outgoing superintendent
07/12/2011
The Jonathan Alder school board gave Doug Carpenter a standing ovation at his last board meeting July 11.
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| | Potter will perform farewell concert July 27
07/12/2011
One of Madison County's favorite young musicians is packing up to head off to college. Before he goes, he will say "thanks" in a special way
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| | Madison-Plains grads place highest bids on elementary buildings
07/12/2011
Madison-Plains Local Schools put two of its elementary schools on the auction block July 8-9. The highest bidders were Madison-Plains graduates.
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| | West Jeff plans football alumni dinner
07/12/2011
The Jefferson Local Schools Athletic Department will host a recognition dinner Aug. 13 at the high school for former football coaches, players and staff.
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| | Bicentennial Wrap-Up: Parade photos
07/08/2011
London Mayor David Eades raved about the turnout for the July 4 Bicentennial parade, both in terms of participants and spectators.
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| | July 14-17: Plain City Steam Threshers Show
07/08/2011
Members of the Miami Valley Steam Threshers Association will put on their 62nd annual show and reunion July 14-17 at Pastime Park in Plain City.
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| | Bricks, bikes and best neighbors in West Jeff
07/08/2011
The Village of West Jefferson is selling personalized paver bricks to be installed in front of Village Hall.
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| | Bicentennial Wrap-Up: Colorful patchworks fill church
07/08/2011
First Presbyterian Church hosted the London Bicentennial quilt show July 2.
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| | Bicentennial Wrap-Up: Closing ceremonies at park
07/08/2011
The London Bicentennial Committee wrapped up four days of celebration with a closing ceremony at Bicentennial Park on July 4.
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| | Habitat for Humanity breaks ground for next house
07/06/2011
Members of Habitat for Humanity of Madison County break ground on their next home construction project.
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| | London City Schools hires new treasurer
07/06/2011
On June 29, the London Board of Education appointed Kristine Blind to serve as district treasurer.
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| | Public gets to vote on West Jeff charter changes
07/06/2011
Changes to West Jefferson's village charter will be up for a public vote in the Nov. 8 election.
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| | Bicentennial Wrap-Up: Last-minute parade entrants
07/06/2011
A message written in chalk on pavement yielded a very last-minute entry in London's Bicentennial parade July 4.
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| | West Jefferson Streetfest photos
07/05/2011
The West Jefferson July Fourth Streetfest got off to a wet start July 2.
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| | Mount Sterling patriotic parade photos
07/05/2011
Through a combined effort by the Knights of the Pythias and the Mount Sterling Community Center, Mount Sterling celebrated Independence Day with three days of good food and family-friendly fun June 30-July 2.
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| | West Jefferson Alumni Association's 127th banquet
07/05/2011
The West Jefferson Alumni Association held its 127 alumni banquet June 25 at West Jefferson High School.
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| | Free concert at Methodist Church July 2
07/01/2011
The Cardinal Chorale will perform at 7:30 p.m. July 2 at First United Methodist Church, London.
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| | London's Bicentennial: Londonites make mark on national level
07/01/2011
Many accomplished folks have called London home, including a two-time New Mexico governor, Tuskegee airman, Heisman contender, National League umpire, Emmy-winning writer and national radio personality.
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| | London's Bicentennial: There's more than one London
07/01/2011
The United States is home to seven New Londons, one London Mills, one Londontowne and one Londonderry. As for towns simply named London, six exist.
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| | London's Bicentennial: Growth (somewhat) steady since 1840
06/29/2011
From small beginnings, London has grown into a city of nearly 10,000 people.
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| | New superintendent named at Tolles Tech.
06/28/2011
Kimberly Wilson-Davis will become superintendent of Tolles Career and Technical Center on Aug. 1, coming from a similar position at the Ohio Hi-Point Career Center in Bellefontaine.
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| | Superintendent named at Jonathan Alder
06/28/2011
Gary Chapman will become superintendent of the Jonathan Alder Local School District effective Aug. 1.
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| | London Cobra Show
06/28/2011
Photos from the event.
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| | Day Camp in South Charleston
06/28/2011
Photos from the event.
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| | London's Bicentennial: Sharing memories the modern way
06/28/2011
Nearly 1,300 people with ties to London have flocked to a thoroughly modern way of swapping stories about "back in the day."
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| | Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run
06/27/2011
Photos from the event.
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| | London's Bicentennial: New park at Walnut and High streets
06/25/2011
A lasting tribute to London's Bicentennial is taking shape at the corner of Walnut and High streets, across from the London Fire Department.
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| | London's Bicentennial: Born, raised and stayed
06/25/2011
Martha Mabe, Ned Speasmaker, Debbie Cochran and Aaron Dwyer talk about growing up in London.
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| | London's Bicentennial: City born from need for county seat
06/25/2011
When the state erected Madison County, it directed that by March 1, 1811, a location should be established for a "seat of justice."
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| | London's Bicentennial: Each milestone party has been unique
06/25/2011
Customized songs, beard-growing contests and fireworks shaped like a mushroom cloud. These are just some of the ways London has celebrated its big birthdays.
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| | Beloved Kroger bagger celebrates 10th year at store
06/24/2011
From the time she was a little girl, Corie Rodgers wanted to be a bagger at the London Kroger.
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| | 2,700 riders pedal into London
06/23/2011
The Great Ohio Bicycle Adventure started June 19 in Kenton. Yesterday, the 2,700 riders rode 57 miles from Delaware to London.
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| | Schedule of events for London's Bicentennial celebration
06/23/2011
The fun starts June 27 with a queen contest at State Theatre. Then, a full slate of events, from concerts to fireworks and a parade, runs from July 1 through July 4.
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| | School contents auctioned off
06/23/2011
London City Schools auctioned off the contents of the buildings on the Walnut Street campus June 18.
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| | Independence Day celebrations around Madison County
06/22/2011
Festivals and fireworks are slated for the Independence Day holiday weekend in communities throughout Madison County.
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| | Road closures this week for London events
06/21/2011
The London Police Department announces road temporary road closures for events taking place this week.
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| | Relay for Life raises $97,326 and counting
06/20/2011
The 2011 Madison County Relay for Life took place June 17-18 at West Jefferson High School to benefit the American Cancer Society.
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| | Boy Scout improves West Jeff's Garrette Park
06/20/2011
Boy Scout Austin Murry chose to make improvements to Garrette Park for work toward Eagle Scout status.
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| | Funeral procession planned for McDaniels
06/17/2011
A funeral procession is planned for Saturday, June 18 for U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Joshua B. McDaniels, who died in combat on June 12 in Afghanistan.
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| | Strawberry Festival: June 23-25 in London
06/17/2011
The Strawberry Festival will take place on Main Street in downtown London Thursday, June 23 through Saturday, June 25.
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| | Service for Marine set for June 19 at London High School
06/16/2011
Lance Cpl. Joshua B. McDaniels, 21, died June 12 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.
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| | Sign up for Bicentennial Bike Tour
06/16/2011
Friends of Madison County Parks & Trails is sponsoring a family bicycle tour from London to Brighton on July 2.
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| | West Jeff school administrators say "no" to pay raises
06/14/2011
Jefferson Local Schools administrators are saying "no" to contractual pay raises approved in more prosperous times.
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| | Jonathan Alder will join Mid Ohio Athletic Conference
06/14/2011
The Jonathan Alder Pioneers have competed for years as an independent. That will change in 2013-14.
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| | Oak Run Township steps forward to preserve Madison Rural photos
06/14/2011
The Oak Run Township trustees, in conjunction with Paint and Union townships, stepped forward to preserve 13 class composite pictures and one bronze plaque from Madison Rural Elementary.
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| | Drug testing starts this fall at Madison-Plains
06/14/2011
Madison-Plains Local Schools will conduct student drug testing starting this fall.
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| | London Elementary perfect attendance and honor roll
06/14/2011
London Elementary perfect attendance and honor roll for the final grading period of the 2010-11 school year
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| | London home to new Moose Lodge
06/13/2011
There's a new fraternal organization in town. London Moose Lodge 2696 became an official entity on June 12.
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| | Relay for Life on track for another great year
06/09/2011
Hundreds of people will congregate at West Jefferson High School's track June 17-18 for Madison County's annual Relay For Life to benefit the American Cancer Society.
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| | Finished with treatments, Sword ready for Relay
06/09/2011
For years, Robin Sword encouraged her customers at Huntington National Bank in West Jefferson to purchase candy bars.
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| | London Silver Cornet Band performs June 13
06/09/2011
The London Silver Cornet Band will give its first concert of the 2011 season on June 13 at 7:30 p.m.
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| | New coaches at London and Jonathan Alder
06/09/2011
London and Jonathan Alder high schools hire new sports coaches.
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| | West Jeff: New policemen, no more bingo, another good neighbor
06/08/2011
West Jefferson Village Council continues to debate changes to the Water and Sewer Department staffing structure.
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| | WJMS honor roll and perfect attendance lists
06/08/2011
West Jefferson Middle School honor roll and perfect attendance
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| | Habitat for Humanity set to start next house
06/08/2011
By the end of the month, Habitat for Humanity plans to start building a three bedroom, two bath house on Cherry Street in London. Their goal is to finish it before year’s end.
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| | Bicentennial: quilt show, queen contest, 21-flag salute
06/08/2011
London's Bicentennial celebration includes a quilt show, queen contest, and 21-flag salute.
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| | London home to state shot put champ
06/07/2011
Emily Morris, a London resident and senior at Bishop Ready High School, won the Division II girls shot put title.
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| | London Library asking for levy replacement
06/07/2011
London Public Library will be on the Nov. 8 ballot. The library board is asking voters to replace a 1.2-mill operating levy for five years.
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| | Wet spring good for revenue at waste water plant
06/07/2011
There was a plus side to this year's wet spring. Just ask Dan Leavitt, superintendent of the City of London's waste water treatment plant.
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| | Exhibit: Wedding gowns past and present
06/06/2011
A new display at the Madison County Historical Society Museum shows how wedding gown styles have changed over the past 100-plus years.
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| | Alder's baseball season ends at state semi-finals
06/06/2011
Jonathan Alder High School's outstanding 2011 baseball season came to a close in the semi-finals of the Divison II state tournament.
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| | West Jeff High School senior awards
06/03/2011
The West Jefferson High School senior awards assembly took place May 27.
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| | Amateur Radio Club will host field day in Plain City
06/02/2011
The Madison County Amateur Radio Club will conduct its 2011 field day exercises at the Pleasant Valley Fire House in Plain City June 25-26.
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| | Learning the "write stuff" in Mount Sterling
06/01/2011
Mount Sterling residents Alicia Hannah and Katie Perkin are learning how to wait it out.
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| | June 11: Truck pulls and Hooters girls in London
06/01/2011
As many as 100 souped-up Dodge, Ford and Chevy trucks will take turns pulling a heavy sled down the track at the Madison County Fairgrounds on June 11.
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| | See toxic algae, sample wine on unique bus tour
06/01/2011
On June 29 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Madison Soil and Water Conservation District is giving a bus tour to Grand Lake St. Marys and Eldchrist Winery.
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| | 'Abe' will speak at Plain City Historical meeting
06/01/2011
The Plain City Historical Society's annual meeting is June 21 at Der Dutchman Restaurant. In honor of the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, the keynote speaker is Abe Lincoln.
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| | West Jeff farmers market opens
06/01/2011
West Jefferson kicked off its Farmers Market Plus on May 28.
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| | Laugh it up at summer stock shows
06/01/2011
Comedy in the form of one-act plays. That's what South Charleston's Summer Stock will deliver July 1-2 in the historic opera house.
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| | Photos: West Jefferson's graduation ceremony
05/31/2011
West Jefferson High School's 124th graduation exercise took place May 28 at Kile Field under bright blue, sunny skies.
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| | Lions Club's public picnic is June 7
05/31/2011
The London Lions Club will host its third annual community picnic at Cowling Park on June 7 at 6 p.m.
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| | South Charleston hosts 1860s dance party
05/31/2011
Perplexed by the Pattycake Polka? Never gone â€round the Virginia Reel? Wish you were a better waltzer?
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| | Photos: Memorial Day in West Jefferson
05/31/2011
American Legion Post 201 and VFW Post 7005 participated in Memorial Day services at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in West Jefferson on May 30.
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| | Summer fun in Mount Sterling
05/27/2011
Mount Sterling Community Center offers free events for children in kindergarten through fifth grade.
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| | Orphanage subject of May 31 talk at library
05/27/2011
On May 31, William H. Chavanne, former clerk of the Ohio Senate, a legislative liaison and orphan, will speak at London Public Library.
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| | Lighting issues cause venue change for Relay For Life
05/27/2011
Lighting issues at London High School’s athletic complex necessitated a venue change for this year’s Madison County Relay For Life.
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| | Tolles/Alder student places third in art show
05/27/2011
Taylor Wilson, a senior at Tolles Career & Technical Center, placed third in the 15th District Congressional Art Show.
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| | One last look before they close
05/26/2011
"We always say it was love at first kiss." That's how Paul and Beverly (Anderson) Burkitt start the story of how they became high school sweethearts.
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| | Dates for MP's school auctions and alumni banquets
05/26/2011
Dates for the Madison Rural and Mount Sterling school auctions, plus alumni banquet dates
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| | Summer art classes for kids
05/26/2011
The London Visual Arts Guild is offering "Frog on a Bike" Art School June 13-Aug. 18 for children ages pre-K through eighth grade.
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| | West Jefferson Middle School's students of the month (May)
05/26/2011
Students honored for excellence in fine arts.
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| | London schools' contents on auction block June 18
05/25/2011
The contents of London City Schools’ Walnut Street campus will be on the auction block June 18.
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| | Preserving pictures for posterity
05/25/2011
At one time, all three of Madison-Plains' elementaries served high school students. Composite photos of those long-ago graduating classes line the elementaries' walls.
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| | School district faces $1.5 million deficit in 2012
05/25/2011
"You're not out of the woods yet," said Pat Williard, a fiscal consultant with the Ohio Department of Education as she presented London City Schools' financial forecast to the school board on May 24.
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| | South Walnut will open to two-way traffic
05/24/2011
On May 19, London City Council voted 6-1 to open South Walnut Street to two-way traffic between East High and East First streets.
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| | Bowling league proceeds benefit people with disabilities
05/24/2011
Madison Advocates for Progress is a new local group of people with disabilities and their supporters.
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| | Community Calendar
05/23/2011
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Memorial Day services set
05/19/2011
Several Memorial Day activities, ceremonies and services are set to take place in and around Madison County.
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| | "50 Jobs in 50 States" author stops by Mt. Sterling Library
05/18/2011
We at Mount Sterling Library never know who is going to walk through our doors. One day earlier this month, it just happened to be a renowned published author in need of our help.
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| | London Elementary collects 1,116,227 pop tabs
05/18/2011
Pop tabs are small. Reagyn Semler's heart is big. Put the two together, and you get an unforgettable donation to Ronald McDonald House Charities.
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| | Changes made at West Jefferson pool
05/18/2011
The West Jefferson swimming pool will open at noon June 4 for the 2011 season.
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| | MAYCI really needs volunteers and funds
05/18/2011
The 2010-11 school year is drawing to a close, but now is the time to start planning for next year. Madison Area Youth Center Inc. is asking for help.
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| | Concerts on the Lawn series starts in West Jeff
05/17/2011
Arbors West's third annual "Summer Concert on the Lawn" series features two venues this year.
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| | Baseball tournament play - West Jefferson
05/17/2011
West Jefferson beats Northridge to win the first round of tournament play, then falls to Utica.
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| | Softball tournament play - West Jefferson
05/17/2011
West Jefferson's softball team loses to Heath in the first round of tournament play.
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| | Rain hampers road work in West Jefferson
05/17/2011
Heavy rains are hampering West Jefferson's downtown improvement project.
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| | West Jeff thanks veterans groups and police officers
05/17/2011
Mayor Darlene Steele thanks veterans and police officers for the work they do in the community.
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| | National Day of Prayer in London
05/17/2011
National Day of Prayer activities took place May 5 on the Madison County Court House lawn in London.
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| | West Jeff offers student pass for home sporting events
05/16/2011
On May 9, the Jefferson Local school board approved new student fee lists for all three buildings, including a change at the high school.
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| | Madison-Plains band earns superior at state
05/13/2011
Madison-Plains High School is tooting its horn. On May 6, the concert band earned a superior in the Ohio Music Education Association’s state contest.
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| | Humane Society moving to WJ
05/12/2011
The Humane Society of Madison County is making plans to move its animal shelter operations from London to West Jefferson.
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| | Trinity ham loaf and Edie Tolley
05/12/2011
It was just one week before Edie Tolley passed away. I visited her at her sweet little house to tell her about the Ham Loaf Dinner committee meeting at Trinity Episcopal Church in London.
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| | Center celebrates Senior Citizens Week May 16-20
05/12/2011
The Madison County Senior Center in London will host the following activities in celebration of National Senior Citizens Week May 16-20.
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| | Witwer named Hall of Famer
05/12/2011
Jim Witwer is Madison County's 2011 inductee into the Central Ohio Area Agency of Aging's Senior Hall of Fame.
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| | Jonathan Alder's Buckeye Girls State and Boys State delegates
05/12/2011
American Legion Post 248 and Auxiliary are sponsoring Jonathan Alder students as delegates to Buckeye Girls State and Boys State.
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| | Crooning for a cure
05/11/2011
The Music Men of London barbershop quartet has scheduled a two-stop mini-tour to raise money for the 2011 Madison County Relay For Life. Proceeds go to the American Cancer Society.
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| | Large bequest doubles MP scholarship fund
05/11/2011
Orval J. Ray Jr. and Lauragene C. Ray bequeathed $286,896 to the Madison-Plains School District to be used for scholarships.
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| | Retirement incentives could save MP a bundle
05/11/2011
New retirement incentives could net the Madison-Plains School District $775,000 in savings over the next four years.
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| | District matches donation to buy new football uniforms
05/11/2011
A newly revived booster group forged a deal with the Madison-Plains school board.
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| | Celebrate Heritage Days in Plain City May 21
05/11/2011
The Plain City Heritage Group and Uptown Plain City Organization are sponsoring Plain City Heritage Days on May 21 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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| | Setting expectations for the next JA superintendent
05/10/2011
Jonathan Alder Local Schools conducted an online survey to find out what people want in a new superintendent.
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| | Arts Council announces auditions for "Brigadoon"
05/10/2011
In the Highlands of Scotland, the mist reveals the village of Brigadoon—a place that magically appears just once a century.
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| | New group wants to be umbrella for others
05/10/2011
"There are lots of groups working in their own way to better London, but no collective effort. This is a way to work together...toward common goals."
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| | Eat at Der Dutchman May 24; support cancer research
05/09/2011
On May 24, members of the Iota Beta chapter of the Phi Beta Psi Sorority will serve as waitstaff for a buffet dinner from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Der Dutchman in Plain City.
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| | Downtown London seeks donations for flower projects
05/09/2011
The Downtown London Association is looking for blossom buddies to give Main Street flower power.
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| | May 3 Election Results
05/04/2011
Results of the May 3, 2011, primary election in Madison County
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| | Post offices to conduct food drive May 14
05/04/2011
The National Association of Letter Carriers, in association with the U.S. Postal Service, will conduct their 19th annual food drive on May 14.
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| | UPDATED STORY: All four stadium lights now down at LHS complex
05/03/2011
A light pole at London High School's athletic complex snapped at the base and crashed through one end of the varsity softball field's home dugout.
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| | Melfi wins WJ Good Neighbor Award
05/03/2011
Mike Melfi is known for "lending a hand and a tool to help neighbors."
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| | Despite plea, WJ water/sewer staff stays at one-and-a-half
05/03/2011
Dorreen Snell thinks West Jefferson needs two full-time employees in the Water Department. Village Council decided otherwise.
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| | "Player's pledge" central to WJ's anti-drug kickoff
05/03/2011
On opening day for youth baseball, West Jefferson leaders will make a pitch against drug and alcohol use.
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| | Hunting morels and rainbows
05/02/2011
The past month's incessant rainfall has yielded much gloom and sogginess, but a few bright spots, too.
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| | Real life stories send message about unsafe driving
05/02/2011
Students and community members tell their firsthand stories of car accidents during Jonathan Alder High School's pre-prom safe driving campaign.
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| | Outdoor activities for kids and adults
05/02/2011
Upcoming events and volunteer opportunities celebrate the great outdoors.
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| | May 4: West Jeff Arts Festival and chicken/noodle dinner
04/29/2011
Jefferson Local Schools will host its annual Arts Festival, combined with a chicken and noodle dinner, on May 4 at the high school, 1 Roughrider Drive, West Jefferson.
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| | Community Calendar
04/29/2011
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | South Charleston library welcomes back Fridays
04/29/2011
The Clark County Public Library system will have new hours, starting May 6.
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| | Asphalt crew unearths 107-year-old electric railway ties
04/29/2011
Modern day road work has unearthed fragments of a bygone mode of transport in South Charleston. Visiting author will talk about old electric railways.
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| | Memorial service will honor family lost in car crash
04/26/2011
The Madison-Plains Local School District will hold a memorial service and candlelight vigil at 7 p.m. April 27 to honor members of the Bunsey family who lost their lives in a car accident.
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| | West Jeff school board cuts $933,000 from budget
04/26/2011
The budget axe has fallen in the Jefferson Local School District. Sliced from the budget are both classified and certified positions.
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| | Art Walk features living statue, pet portraits, music and more
04/26/2011
For its First Friday celebration on May 6, the Downtown London Association handed the reins over to the London Visual Arts Guild. The result is the third annual Art Walk.
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| | Madison-Plains seniors read to elementary students
04/25/2011
Mount Sterling Public Library celebrated National Library Week by hosting their annual "Senior Reads" April 11-15.
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| | Old newspapers become new hats
04/25/2011
London Elementary's kindergarteners celebrated Earth Day with nine environmentally friendly activities.
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| | Opera and barbershop at St. Pat's
04/25/2011
A unique concert will take place tonight, April 25, in the St. Patrick Church Parish Center, 61 S. Union St., London.
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| | Walnut Street will go from one-way to two-way
04/25/2011
Traffic patterns on London's Walnut Street are set to change once school is out.
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| | Students research Kent State shootings for contest
04/21/2011
More than 40 years after the Kent State shootings, four West Jefferson High School seniors are using lessons learned from the tragedy for a state level history competition.
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| | Which classic film do you want to see?
04/21/2011
The public gets to choose which classic film London State Theatre will show to benefit the Humane Society of Madison County.
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| | Madison Rural and Mount Sterling schools on auction block
04/20/2011
This summer, two elementary schools will go to the highest bidders.
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| | Board vote split on first reading of drug-testing policy
04/20/2011
David Savage, a South Solon resident with five children in the Madison-Plains school system, does not like the district's proposed drug-testing policy.
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| | Company looks to expand along Route 29 in West Jefferson
04/20/2011
An unnamed company is planning an expansion on property along State Route 29, south of I-70.
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| | No decision on LMS art, math and counselor vacancies
04/19/2011
The London Board of Education will wait until late May to decide if they will fill three vacancies at the middle school.
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| | Plan proposed for vacating old school buildings
04/19/2011
With the new middle school on track to open this fall, London school officials are planning the transition out of the old buildings on the Walnut Street campus.
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| | London student's art chosen for governor's exhibit
04/19/2011
Artwork by London High School's Loren Rodgers was chosen from among 12,000 entries to appear in the Ohio Governor's Youth Art Exhibition.
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| | Expo has something for everyone
04/18/2011
The sixth annual Madison County Community Expo runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 30 at London Elementary, 380 Elm St. Admission is free.
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| | Collection Day April 30: Tires, electronics, TVs, medications
04/18/2011
Got scrap tires, unwanted electronics and televisions, expired or unused medications? April 30 is the day to get rid of them.
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| | St. Patrick School honor roll
04/18/2011
St. Patrick School releases third-quarter honor roll and academic competency roll.
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| | Community Calendar
04/15/2011
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | VOTERS GUIDE: West Jefferson mayor's race
04/14/2011
Candidate information for the West Jefferson mayor's race
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| | Take art classes at Studio 7 in London
04/14/2011
Artists with the London Visual Arts Guild are offering classes this spring at Studio 7, 7 E. High St. in London. A meet-the-instructors preview is set for 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 30.
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| | County-themed art sought for calendar contest
04/14/2011
Artists of all ages and skill levels are invited to submit art that captures their vision of Madison County.
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| | Guide to volunteer opportunities in Madison County
04/14/2011
Madison County is full of opportunities to volunteer time or donate materials.
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| | Survey results favor drug testing policy at Madison-Plains
04/13/2011
Most of the people who attended an information session at Madison-Plains High School on April 7 favor a drug testing policy for students who participate in extracurriculars.
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| | Plain City and London get $700,000 for Safe Routes To Schools
04/13/2011
The Ohio Department of Transportation recently approved over $700,000 in funding for Safe Routes To Schools projects in Plain City and London.
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| | Letter: Quarter midget racers deserve fair treatment
04/13/2011
London resident comments on the London Board of Zoning Appeals' actions regarding quarter midget racing at the Madison County Fairgrounds.
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| | Philanthropy seminar set for April 28 in London
04/13/2011
The Legacy of Philanthropy, an educational seminar and dinner hosted by five local nonprofit organizations, will be held at 6 p.m. April 28 in London.
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| | Alder seeks public input on superintendent search
04/12/2011
The Jonathan Alder Board of Education is honing a search process to replace Superintendent Doug Carpenter who is retiring at the end of July.
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| | Otterbein hoops coach will speak at Rotary; public invited
04/12/2011
The London Rotary Club is hosting a luncheon April 28 at the London Country Club. London native Dick Reynolds, head basketball coach at Otterbein College, is the featured speaker.
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| | Council waits to vote on tax-sharing deal with county
04/12/2011
London Council wants to give the public time to comment on a proposed income tax sharing agreement between the city and the county.
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| | 5K walk/run to raise funds for Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation
04/11/2011
Since raising $4,500 last year for brain tumor research and treatment, the folks behind "Rockin' on the Run" have been hitting the pavement.
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| | Madison Rural bids farewell with open house
04/11/2011
Madison Rural Elementary, along with Madison-Plains' two other elementary schools, will close at the end of this school year.
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| | Quarter midget racing back on track in London
04/06/2011
London's Board of Zoning Appeals approves fence and sound barrier plan for quarter midget racing track at the Madison County Fairgrounds.
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| | MP classrooms will be done by May 1
04/06/2011
In less than a month, the classroom additions at the Madison-Plains Local Schools Linson Road campus will be almost complete.
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| | Local athletes tapped for collegiate Senior Bowl
04/06/2011
Three local athletes will compete in the second annual Ohio Army National Guard Senior Bowl at 5 p.m. April 23 at Crew Stadium in Columbus.
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| | Hospital's countywide bake sale is April 15
04/06/2011
The 45th annual Madison County Hospital Auxiliary Bake-Nic is set for April 15.
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| | Letters to the editor
04/06/2011
Readers weigh in on the London City Schools levy and Volunteer Week.
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| | Garden News: Edible plants can be both tasty and beautiful
04/06/2011
Whether you're an avid gardener or a novice, you can grow edible plants in your home landscape.
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| | Garden News: Summer has its share of bulbs, too
04/06/2011
The term "bulb" typically brings to mind spring-time flowers like tulips, daffodils and crocuses, but summer has its share of beautiful blossoms grown from bulbs, corms, tubers and rhizomes.
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| | Garden News: Trends for 2011
04/06/2011
The year 2011 promises to be another strong gardening one as more and more people grow plants for food, relaxation and satisfaction.
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| | Garden News: Upcoming workshops and plant swaps
04/06/2011
Learn about composting, perennial plants and rain barrels at upcoming gardening events in Madison County.
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| | Garden News: Test your pollinator IQ
04/06/2011
What's your Pollinator IQ? Take this fun quiz and check your answers at the end.
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| | NFL's Furrey loads KCU program with local talent
04/05/2011
Jonathan Alder quarterback Graham Johnston is the latest Madison County area resident to join the Kentucky Christian University football program.
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| | Tipple wins West Jeff's March Good Neighbor Award
04/05/2011
Paul Tipple’s neighbors say the village of West Jefferson needs more people like Paul.
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| | Madison-Plains Scholarship Foundation plans spring dinner
04/04/2011
The Madison-Plains Scholarship Foundation plans spring fund-raising dinner.
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| | West Jefferson Middle School honor roll and attendance
04/04/2011
Students at West Jefferson Middle School make the honor roll and/or achieve perfect attendance.
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| | Hospital: "Caring for Today and Tomorrow"
03/31/2011
The Madison County Hospital Foundation is embarking on a new campaign.
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| | West Jefferson's Girls State delegates
03/30/2011
The Ladies Auxiliary of West Jefferson American Legion Post 201 has named four West Jefferson High School juniors as delegates to Buckeye Girls State.
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| | London Elementary perfect attendance and honor roll
03/30/2011
London Elementary School's perfect attendance and honor roll for the third nine-week grading period:
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| | London students rock the green screen
03/29/2011
London High School teens rocked a green screen exhibit at last year's Ohio State Fair.
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| | Pirates taking over historic Opera House
03/29/2011
Get out your swashbuckling boots. "Pirate Island" is coming to the South Charleston Opera House April 8-9 and April 15-16.
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| | London City Schools' support staff takes 3 percent cut
03/29/2011
The union representing London City Schools' support staff has agreed to contract concessions similar to those the teachers' union agreed to last month.
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| | Alder actors go 'Thoroughly Modern'
03/30/2011
A working elevator. Revolving doors. Actors dancing on a faux skyscraper ledge seven feet up from the stage floor.
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| | SOUTHEASTERN: Spring sports preview
03/28/2011
Team photos and schedules for Southeastern High School's baseball, softball, track and tennis teams
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| | Tractor Supply Company coming to London
03/28/2011
The Madison County Commissioners have a long-term tenant for building space they own on Lafayette Street in London.
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| | Alder raising funds for David Parker memorial
03/24/2011
Jonathan Alder's Class of 2011 is raising money to purchase a granite bench to place at the high school in memory of David A. Parker.
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| | JONATHAN ALDER: Spring Sports Preview
03/24/2011
Team photos and schedules for Jonathan Alder High School's baseball, softball, track and tennis teams
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| | LONDON: Spring Sports Preview
03/24/2011
Team photos and schedules for London High School's baseball, softball, track and tennis teams
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| | MADISON-PLAINS: Spring Sports Preview
03/24/2011
Team photos and schedules for Madison-Plains High School's baseball, softball and track teams
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| | SHEKINAH: Spring Sports Preview
03/24/2011
Team photo and schedule for Shekinah Christian School's baseball team
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| | WEST JEFFERSON: Spring Sports Preview
03/24/2011
Team photos and schedules for West Jefferson High School's baseball, softball, track and tennis teams
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| | Personnel cuts nearly finalized for London City Schools
03/23/2011
London City Schools is in the final stage of personnel cuts designed to help stave off a $3.3 million budget deficit.
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| | London hires new head football coach
03/23/2011
It's been good news and not-so-good news for Jerry Wasserman over the last several weeks. He's making the best of it.
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| | Madison-Plains student wins state civil rights essay contest
03/23/2011
Madison-Plains High School student Kylie Walker won the 10th grade essay division of the Ohio Civil Rights Commission's annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Art, Writing & Multimedia Contest.
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| | London Schools treasurer resigns; settlement reached
03/22/2011
On March 21, the London City Schools board of education approved a settlement agreement with Britt Lewis, accepted his resignation, and appointed an interim treasurer.
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| | March 28: Info meeting on Grand Prix bike races in London
03/22/2011
On June 22, some streets in downtown London will close for a series of high-speed bicycle circuit races dubbed the GOBA Grand Prix.
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| | April 5: Public forum on London Schools levy request
03/22/2011
The London City Schools levy campaign committee will host a public forum at 7 p.m. April 5 in the high school auditorium.
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| | West Jeff Middle School's students of the month
03/18/2011
West Jefferson Middle School recently held its Student of the Month lunch for March.
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| | London Library will host UFO investigators
03/16/2011
You've seen and heard about them on TV and in the movies, but are UFOs for real?
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| | State's top gymnasts will compete at Jonathan Alder
03/16/2011
The top young male gymnasts in Ohio will compete in state championships at Jonathan Alder High School March 26-27.
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| | Skateboarding at nationals
03/16/2011
London Elementary third-grader Colby Gulick competed at the King of the Groms National Skateboard Championship Feb. 18-20 in Golden Valley, Minn.
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| | Spencer honored for commitment to people with disabilities
03/16/2011
Being an advocate for people with disabilities has been the life’s work of Ron Spencer.
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| | Jonathan Alder Schools superintendent resigns
03/15/2011
Doug Carpenter, who has served as superintendent of Jonathan Alder Local Schools since 1985, is stepping down.
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| | Jonathan Alder will offer virtual classes next school year
03/15/2011
With the start of the 2011-12 school year, Jonathan Alder Local Schools will inaugurate a virtual high school.
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| | WJ school board holds first reading on drug testing policy
03/15/2011
Jefferson Local Schools is leading a charge in the war against drugs by helping student athletes to "Just Say No."
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| | Want to sell food during GOBA? Attend meeting March 15
03/11/2011
Non-profit groups interested in selling food during the Great Ohio Bicycle Adventure June 22-24 are asked to attend an informational meeting March 15.
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| | Historical Society selling reproductions of county flag
03/10/2011
The Madison County Historical Society is selling nylon reproductions of Madison County’s flag.
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| | March 21 sheep banquet/dinner open to public
03/10/2011
The Madison County Sheep Improvement Committee will hold its annual banquet at 6:30 p.m. March 21 at St. Patrick School, 226 Elm St., London.
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| | Community Calendar
03/10/2011
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | West Jeff teen collects supplies for rescued Clark County dogs
03/09/2011
Last week, Emily Davis, 15, put her 4-H leadership skills to work to help man's best friend.
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| | Bicentennial kicks off with history lesson
03/09/2011
The City of London turns 200 this year. Appropriately, celebration of the milestone launched with a history lesson.
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| | Transcript of Judge Nichols' Bicentennial kickoff speech
03/09/2011
This is the full text of the speech Judge Robert D. Nichols gave March 3 at the kickoff to London's Bicentennial celebration year.
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| | London's bicentennial year packed with special events
03/09/2011
London's bicentennial year will be filled with ice cream, art and queens contests, a bicycle tour, class reunions, a parade, time capsules and more.
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| | Local wrestlers compete at state meet
03/09/2011
Wrestlers from West Jefferson, Jonathan Alder and London qualified to compete at the state wrestling tournament, held March 3-5 in Columbus.
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| | Hard work reaps rewards for West Jeff band students
03/08/2011
West Jefferson High School band students are learning that those who work hard earn rewards.
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| | Good Neighbor helps at football games and more
03/08/2011
A man who volunteers at home football games and does maintenance work for neighbors won West Jefferson's monthly Good Neighbor Award.
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| | London Council postpones vote on wind turbine rules
03/08/2011
London City Council wants more time to review the Planning Commission’s proposed regulations for the design, installation and use of wind turbines within the city.
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| | Volunteers needed to clear brush along bike trail
03/07/2011
Volunteers are needed for a second round of brush clearing along the Prairie Grass Trail. The group will meet at 9 a.m. March 12 at the South Charleston trailhead.
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| | Seuss is in the house!
03/07/2011
London Elementary students celebrate Dr. Seuss in a Read Across America event.
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| | Tolles culinary students and staff sizzle at state competition
03/07/2011
Culinary staff and students from Tolles Career and Technical Center in Plain City sizzled at the ninth annual Ohio ProStart Invitational.
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| | Hospital gets another grant for breast cancer screenings
03/04/2011
The Madison County Hospital Foundation has again received a grant from the Columbus Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure for breast cancer screenings and education in Madison County.
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| | London teachers take pay cuts with new contract
03/02/2011
In a new contract, the London City Schools teachers union agreed to reductions in salary, insurance benefits and supplemental contracts.
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| | London Schools treasurer placed on paid leave
03/02/2011
London City Schools will soon start the search for a new treasurer, according to Superintendent Steve Allen.
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| | RIF notices go out at London City Schools
03/02/2011
London City Schools is sending RIF (reduction in force) notices to approximately 26 employees this week.
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| | Southeastern is "Singin' in the Rain"
03/02/2011
Southeastern High School is "Singin' in the Rain"... and the snow and the sleet and the ice.
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| | Eight London school employees take retirement incentive
03/01/2011
In exchange for retiring at the end of this school year, eight long-time London City Schools employees each will receive $10,000.
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| | West Jeff has a grocery store again
03/01/2011
Nedal and Shantanna Aburokbeh, owners of West Jeff Finer Foods, celebrated their store’s grand opening Feb. 26.
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| | WJ Schools discuss contingencies in anticipation of state cuts
03/01/2011
How do you prepare for the unknown, especially when the unknown comes with a potential price tag in the hundreds of thousands of dollars?
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| | London High School stages "Beauty and the Beast"
02/28/2011
Evening shows are set for March 3-5. A matinee is slated for March 6.
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| | West Jeff sets aside funds for Main Street project
02/23/2011
West Jefferson Council sets aside local funding for Main Street Improvement project.
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| | One-act wonders at Madison-Plains
02/23/2011
This winter, Madison-Plains drama club advisor Scott Spohler turned the director's job over to three seniors.
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| | London Council approves increase in capital spending
02/23/2011
After spending very little on capital improvements the past two years, London Council is loosening the reins for 2011.
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| | Learn about the state of London Library on Feb. 28
02/23/2011
At 7 p.m. Feb. 28, the London Library will hold a public information meeting on the state of the library.
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| | London will close West First Street railroad crossing
02/22/2011
The City of London will permanently close the railroad grade crossing at West First Street.
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| | London kicks off bicentennial celebration on March 3
02/22/2011
London will kick off its bicentennial celebration on March 3 at London High School.
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| | Shekinah Christian School honor roll
02/22/2011
Top students at Shekinah Christian
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| | Public hearing set for wind turbine legislation in London
02/22/2011
The London Planning Commission is proposing legislation setting guidelines for design, installation and use of wind turbines.
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| | Berg steps down as Tolles superintendent
02/21/2011
Carl J. Berg, superintendent of Tolles Career and Technical Center in Plain City, has resigned for the purpose of retirement.
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| | Alder's Day signs to play softball for Hillsdale
02/21/2011
Jessica Day's adaptability and dependability helped her to nab a spot on the Hillsdale College softball roster.
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| | MP youths perform in exclusive orchestra
02/17/2011
Three young musicians from Madison County will perform in the Columbus Symphony Youth Orchestras Showcase Concert at 3 p.m. Feb. 27 in the Capitol Theatre in Columbus.
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| | Community Calendar
02/17/2011
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Supporters of London's gifted program speak up
02/16/2011
At the Feb. 14 London school board meeting, several people spoke up against the cuts the district plans to make to the gifted program.
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| | Madison-Plains board not sure about drug-testing idea
02/16/2011
The majority of Madison-Plains school board members are not enthusiastic about the idea of drug testing, but they have given the research committee the go-ahead to seek public input and develop a potential policy.
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| | Madison-Plains changes staffing structure
02/16/2011
As Madison-Plains Local Schools prepares to consolidate all grades at the Linson Road campus, school officials are making adjustments to staffing to reflect the change.
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| | Special Valentine: From Iraq with love
02/16/2011
These days, Emily Stewart communicates with her husband, Tim, through an Internet-based phone system.
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| | "Don't Let Your Reaction B UR Distraction"
02/15/2011
Students at London High School created an award-winning campaign to promote safe driving among teens.
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| | Jefferson Local Schools looks into drug testing for athletes
02/15/2011
Jefferson Local Schools could be the next district to join a growing list of school systems instituting a mandatory drug testing policy for high school athletes.
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| | Alder opts for assistant tennis coach, no JV team
02/15/2011
Jonathan Alder will have an assistant coach for boys’ tennis this spring.
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| | The bison have arrived
02/15/2011
The Wilds, a wildlife conservation center in southeast Ohio, delivered six female bison to Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park on Feb. 4.
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| | Madison County's Red Cross names five Hometown Heroes
02/14/2011
The American Red Cross in Madison County will honor five residents at the Hometown Heroes Award and Breakfast ceremony March 15.
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| | Alder's Purdum signs to play football for OU
02/11/2011
On Feb. 10, Jonathan Alder senior Brandon Purdum signed a national letter of intent to play football for Ohio University.
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| | Photos: London vs. West Jefferson girls basketball
02/11/2011
The West Jefferson girls’ basketball team traveled to London Feb. 9 for a non-league game.
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| | Hospital names Blankenship as top employee
02/10/2011
Madison County Hospital employees were recently recognized at the annual Employee Recognition Dinner held at the Brennan Loft in downtown London.
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| | Improvements to West Jeff's Main Street start March 7
02/08/2011
Work will begin March 7 on the much delayed downtown revitalization project in West Jefferson.
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| | Hurray for WJ's Good Neighbor, Zero Hero & Galbreath volunteers
02/08/2011
Several people were recognized for their contributions to the community at West Jefferson Council's Feb. 7 meeting.
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| | West Jeff defeats Madison-Plains in boys' hoops action
02/08/2011
West Jefferson defeated Madison-Plains 75-63 on Feb. 5.
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| | London fire fighters finally have a new contract
02/08/2011
London’s fire fighters finally have a new contract and it comes with wage increases.
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| | West Jeff: Annexation, swim pool changes, salt supply and more
02/08/2011
West Jefferson Council had a busy night Feb. 7, approving everything from annexation of 300 acres to changes at the swimming pool.
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| | May election: 3 running for WJ mayor; London seats uncontested
02/08/2011
On Feb. 8, the Madison County Board of Elections certified three candidates for the West Jefferson mayor’s race.
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| | Community Calendar
02/07/2011
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | CPA appointed to London school board
02/04/2011
The newest member of the London Board of Education is a certified public accountant who has lived in the school district for eight years.
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| | Plain City pool project among issues on May ballot
02/03/2011
Two school levies, a cemetery levy, a bond issue to build a swimming pool, and a local option for West Jeff Finer Foods will appear on the May 3 ballot.
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| | Sacrifice is theme of Four Chaplains service
02/03/2011
On Feb. 6, Crossroads Community Church, 62 E. Second St. in London, will host a Four Chaplains service.
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| | Look whoooooo's at Battelle Darby Park
02/02/2011
Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park has had a rare visitor this winter --- the short-eared owl.
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| | Finding the motivation to give blood
02/02/2011
Continuing bad weather complicates the already critically low supplies of blood in central Ohio and beyond.
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| | Southeastern Schools seek levy renewal
02/02/2011
Southeastern Local Schools will be on the May 3 election ballot with a request for renewal of a 5.01-mill, five-year emergency levy for operating expenses.
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| | Picturing the storm: Photographer's view
02/02/2011
Madison Messenger photographer Jeff Pfeil traveled to Prairie Oaks Metropark to capture images of the Feb. 1 winter storm.
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| | Southeastern's bowlers now board-approved
02/01/2011
It's official. Southeastern High School's bowling team is finally a board-approved club sport, and just in the nick of time.
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| | Library's free computer classes start in February
01/27/2011
London Library is offering free computer classes to community members every month starting in February.
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| | Column: Library grew from seed planted over 100 years ago
01/27/2011
Many years ago, a seed was planted in London, Ohio.
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| | Community Calendar
01/27/2011
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | UPDATE: London board votes to put levy on May ballot
01/27/2011
At an early morning meeting on Jan. 27, the London Board of Education unanimously to put a 7.5-mill, five-year emergency property tax on the May 3 ballot.
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| | West Jeff's Harden wins spelling bee
01/26/2011
Emily Harden, an eighth-grader at West Jefferson Middle School, won the Madison County Spelling Bee.
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| | Coupon class packs WJ library; Coupon club to meet in London
01/25/2011
What do a standing-room-only audience, toothpaste, and saving money have in common?
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| | London school board may put tax levy on May ballot
01/25/2011
The London Board of Education is considering putting a 7.5-mill, five-year emergency property tax levy on the May 3 ballot.
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| | UPDATE: Seven apply for London board vacancy
01/25/2011
Seven individuals have formally expressed interest in filling the vacancy on the London City Schools Board of Education.
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| | County gets more funds to fight opiate misuse
01/24/2011
The Mental Health & Recovery Board will soon receive an additional $147,322 to provide alcohol and other drug treatment in Clark, Greene and Madison counties.
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| | Auditor's website includes new imagery of properties
01/24/2011
Madison County Auditor Jim Williamson announced Jan. 24 the addition of structure and oblique imagery to the county's website.
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| | Plain City will commemorate Civil War's 150th anniversary
01/24/2011
The Plain City Historical Society met with Callie McCune of the Ohio Civil War 150 Leadership Corps to discuss a local celebration of the 150th anniversary of the Civil War.
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| | Rosedale Bible College stages "Pygmalion" Jan. 28-29
01/24/2011
The drama department of Rosedale Bible College will perform George Bernard Shaw’s Pygmalion at 7 p.m. Jan. 28-29 in the RBC chapel.
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| | Four apply for London board vacancy; deadline extended
01/21/2011
Four individuals have formally expressed interest in filling the vacancy on the London City Schools Board of Education. There's still time for others to apply.
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| | London school board to discuss levy options Jan. 24
01/21/2011
The London Board of Education will hold a special meeting at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 24 to discuss putting a levy on the ballot in May.
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| | City's future looks brighter, mayor says
01/21/2011
The future looks brighter for the City of London, said Mayor David Eades in his annual State of the City address on Jan. 20.
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| | Beathard announces candidacy for mayor's seat
01/20/2011
There are now two hats in the ring for the London mayor's race.
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| | Jan. 30 concert spotlights young musicians and vocalists
01/19/2011
The Madison County Arts Council's Young Artist Showcase will take place Jan. 30 at West Jefferson High School.
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| | Thinking of college? "GoPrepared"
01/19/2011
Before going to college, consider taking the free GoPrepared class at Tolles Career and Technical Center.
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| | Free tax help clinic set for Jan. 29 in London
01/19/2011
Ministry For Community is hosting a free tax preparation assistance clinic from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Jan. 29 at St. Patrick School, 226 Elm St., London.
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| | Photos: London wins in-county matchup
01/19/2011
London takes the victory in a 57-52 match-up against Madison-Plains Jan. 18.
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| | West Jeff considers reapplication for village credit card
01/18/2011
West Jefferson Council's finance committee has studied a request from Public Service Director Harold Walker for reapplication for a village credit card.
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| | West Jeff: Union concerns, grocery store news, and more
01/18/2011
From union concerns to grocery store news, West Jefferson Council packed a lot into their Jan. 17 meeting.
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| | Nance nabs state award for track and cross country
01/17/2011
Terry Nance was a physical education teacher for Dade County Public Schools in Miami, Fla., when he reluctantly entered the world of running.
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| | Hunting for treasure
01/13/2011
Looking for a new hobby for the new year? How about treasure hunting?
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| | Calendar of Events
01/13/2011
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | London Schools firms up board member replacement process
01/11/2011
The London school board has firmed up its process for replacing Eric Schooley, who resigned from the board on Jan. 6.
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| | Closser is new London Council member
01/11/2011
On Jan. 10, the Madison County Republican Central Committee appointed Patrick Closser to London Council's Ward 1 seat.
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| | Defensive driving program puts teens in skid car
01/11/2011
Young drivers from Jonathan Alder High School and the surrounding community have the chance to get behind the wheel of a skid car next month.
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| | Alder spends less than other districts to educate students
01/11/2011
The Jonathan Alder Local School District spends less per pupil than do many other area school districts.
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| | Harper re-elected as WJ school board president
01/11/2011
David Harper is looking back --- and forward.
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| | Which London rail crossing will close?
01/11/2011
Railroad companies are under a federal mandate to close 25 percent of their grade crossings. Which crossing will get the axe in London? That’s up to city council to decide.
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| | London City Schools announces major budget cuts
01/11/2011
Facing a $3.3 million budget deficit, the London school board approved a plan Jan. 10 to significantly reduce expenses. The cuts include at least 35 staff positions.
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| | Ice rinks open in West Jefferson and Plain City
01/06/2011
People who like to slip and slide on slippery surfaces should check out the new ice skating rinks in West Jefferson and Plain City.
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| | Community Calendar
01/06/2011
A town meeting about a bicycle tour and the Vietnam Veterans' "Bomber Breakfast" are just two of the events on the Madison County agenda.
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| | Resumes due Jan. 20 for school board vacancy
01/06/2011
Due to the resignation of Eric Schooley, the London City Schools Board of Education has a vacancy.
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| | Mt. Sterling fire fighters put large federal grant to use
01/05/2011
The Tri-County Joint Fire District recently acquired new self-contained breathing systems with $111,579 in funds from a Homeland Security Fire Fighters Assistance grant.
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| | Tickets go on sale Jan. 11 for double quartet concert
01/05/2011
The first ever "Harmony 2x4" fund-raiser for Ministry For Community will feature performances by two men's singing quartets from the London area.
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| | Garver elected as West Jeff Council president
01/04/2011
Ron Garver is back at the helm for West Jefferson Village Council.
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| | Schooley named municipal court judge; two others applied
01/04/2011
Eric M. Schooley is leaving his London law practice and seat on the London School Board to become Madison County Municipal Court judge.
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| | First Madison County baby of 2011
01/04/2011
The first baby born in Madison County in 2011 arrived in the wee hours of Jan. 3.
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| | Soldier presents special U.S. flag to West Jeff leaders
01/04/2011
A U.S. flag that flew over headquarters for an Ohio National Guard unit in Iraq on Sept. 11, 2010, is now property of the Village of West Jefferson.
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| | Committee will choose new London councilman Jan. 10
12/30/2010
Madison County's Republican Central Committee will meet at 7 p.m. Jan. 10 to select a new London City Council member.
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| | Underage warriors: One man's story
12/28/2010
"I fibbed." So says West Jefferson native William C. Morgan about his entry into the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves at age 16, a year before he was eligible for enlistment.
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| | Another Southeastern grad earns American FFA Degree
12/28/2010
In the United States, over a half-million teenagers are members of FFA. Only 2 percent of them achieve the organization’s highest honor, the American FFA Degree.
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| | Winter hike series starts Jan. 8
12/28/2010
Franklin County Metro Parks will kick off its 2011 winter hikes series on Jan. 8. The schedule includes 13 guided and unguided hikes, each at a different park in the system, including parks that reach into Madison County.
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| | Chihuahua is top dog in Madison County
12/27/2010
Madison County Auditor Jim Williamson auctioned off Dog Tag No. 1 for 2011 as a fund-raiser for the Humane Society of Madison County.
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| | City funds home rehabs for low- to moderate-income families
12/21/2010
The City of London has grant money available for residents with low to moderate incomes whose homes need rehabilitation or repairs.
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| | Middle school could go platinum for going green
12/21/2010
The new London Middle School has the potential to become the first public school in Ohio to go platinum for going green.
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| | Firemen win Guns vs. Hoses hoops trophy
12/21/2010
On Dec. 19, local fire fighters and law enforcement personnel battled it out on the basketball court to benefit the London Fire Department's toy collection for needy families.
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| | West Jeff Council takes care of year-end business
12/21/2010
In their last meeting of the 2010, West Jefferson council members took care of a long list of business, from approving purchase of equipment to making committee appointments.
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| | Armory hosts Angel Christmas Tree event
12/21/2010
The Madison Area Youth Center Inc.’s (MAYCI) Angel Christmas Tree event took place Dec. 19 at the Armory in London.
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| | Chamber tree tour benefits Hospital Foundation
12/21/2010
Coughlin Automotive won the first Madison County Christmas Tree Tour with a last-minute bid of $505 from London resident and Madison County Commissioner Paul Gross.
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| | Roddy named director of Habitat for Humanity
12/21/2010
Jim Roddy has assumed the duties of executive director of Habitat for Humanity of Madison County Inc.
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| | Book theme: Historic Columbus crimes
12/21/2010
Grave robbers, serial killers, drag queens and madmen populate the new book, "Historic Columbus Crimes: Mama's in the Furnace, the Thing, and More."
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| | Photos: Winterfest at London Elementary
12/20/2010
On Dec. 17, the last day of school before winter break, London Elementary PTO sponsored a Winterfest.
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| | Photos: Madison-Plains girls hoopsters beat West Jeff
12/20/2010
Madison-Plains' varsity girls basketball team defeated West Jefferson 46-43 in a close cross-county match-up on Dec. 18.
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| | Photos: Plain City Elementary's handwriting winners
12/20/2010
Plain City Elementary held their annual Zaner-Bloser Handwriting Contest awards ceremony Dec. 16.
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| | Guns vs. Hoses game to benefit toy drive
12/17/2010
On Sunday, Dec. 19, local fire fighters and law enforcement personnel will battle it out on the basketball court to benefit the London Fire Department’s toy collection for needy families.
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| | Mars Petcare will locate distribution center in WJ
12/17/2010
A new distribution warehouse development, previously known only as the "KG Project," is no longer under wraps.
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| | London Mayor will run for re-election
12/17/2010
At the Dec. 16 London Council meeting, Mayor David Eades announced his intention to run for re-election.
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| | London council passes budget and increases non-union wages
12/17/2010
By a 5-1 vote, London City Council adopted the city budget for 2011. In a change from the original proposal, the budget covers the police and fire departments at full strength.
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| | Madison-Plains creates new job positions: coaches for teachers
12/16/2010
As one of Ohio's school districts tapped to receive federal Race To The Top funding, Madison-Plains must have a plan to meet state and federal education standards.
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| | Photos: West Jefferson's Christmas in the Park 2010
12/14/2010
Garrette Park shined brightly through a very rainy and snowy opening weekend.
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| | New technology benefits students with disabilities
12/14/2010
Do you remember blackboards, chalk, and clapping erasers outside a classroom window to clean off the accumulated chalk dust? Forget about them.
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| | Alder Schools will be on May ballot for income tax renewal
12/14/2010
The Jonathan Alder Local School District plans to be on the May 2011 ballot with a request to renew its income tax levy.
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| | Saunders inducted into Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame
12/14/2010
James G. Saunders of West Jefferson is the fourth person from the Madison County area to be inducted into the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame.
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| | Time to curl up with a good book
12/13/2010
Employees at Madison County's libraries and at the Madison Messenger talk about what they are reading now and/or what books they hope to see under the Christmas tree.
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| | London plans now for 2,500 cyclists next June
12/12/2010
For the third time in nine years, London will play host to nearly 2,500 cyclists taking part in the Great Ohio Bicycle Adventure (GOBA).
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| | Lauer resigns from London City Council
12/12/2010
Rodney Lauer has resigned from his First Ward seat on London City Council.
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| | Letter: Lauer appreciates time on council and in London
12/12/2010
Letter to the editor from outgoing London Councilman Rodney Lauer
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| | Community Calendar
12/08/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | West Jeff Council adopts budget, approves pay raises
12/09/2010
West Jefferson Village Council has adopted a spending plan for 2011 that calls $6.48 million in appropriations. The budget for 2010 was $6.27 million.
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| | Free Clinic offers new services to uninsured residents
12/08/2010
The Free Clinic has added many new services since moving to its new location at 212 N. Main St. in London.
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| | No bull: Bison are coming back to the Darby Plains
12/08/2010
Bison are making their way back to central Ohio.
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| | Arts Council's 'Sounds of the Season' set for Dec. 12
12/08/2010
On Dec. 12, Madison County Arts Council will give its yearly thank-you gift to the community with the Sounds of the Season holiday celebration.
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| | West Jeff Council OKs site plans for "KG" warehouse
12/08/2010
On Dec. 6, West Jefferson Council approved the site plan for a warehouse, known as Project KG, to be located at the intersection of I-70 and State Route 29.
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| | Fill a bowl, feed the hungry
12/08/2010
From 5 to 8 p.m. Dec. 17, West Jefferson High School is participating in an "Empty Bowls" project.
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| | Obituaries
12/08/2010
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| | Letter to the Editor
12/07/2010
London City Schools superintendent writes about cutting the budget and building a new school.
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| | West Jeff presents first Good Neighbor award
12/07/2010
Chad Mathias, who watches out for his neighbor, Cheryl Wheeler, received West Jefferson Village Council's first Good Neighbor of the Month award.
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| | Fire and police weigh in on London budget proposal
12/07/2010
At 6:30 p.m. Dec. 16, London City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2011 budget. Representatives of the city's fire and police departments have already voiced their opinions.
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| | Updated: WEST JEFFERSON Winter Sports Preview 2010
11/23/2010
Photos and schedules for West Jefferson High School's winter sports teams.
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| | Photos: Mount Sterling's Christmas in the Village
12/06/2010
Mount Sterling's Christmas in the Village took place Dec. 5 at the Mount Sterling Community Center and at the gazebo downtown.
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| | Christmas in the Park: Donations make it possible
12/02/2010
Donors are digging deep to support Christmas in the Park this year.
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| | Christmas in the Park: Schedule of Events
12/02/2010
Every December, West Jefferson's Garrette Park plays host to a one-of-a-kind Christmas lights display that draws visitors from near and far.
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| | Christmas in the Park: Transition to LED lights
12/02/2010
Slowly but surely, West Jefferson's Christmas in the Park is moving toward energy efficiency with LED lights.
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| | Christmas in the Park: Volunteers
12/02/2010
When his work schedule allows it, Paul Tipple lends a hand putting up lights at Garrette Park for the annual Christmas lights display.
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| | "Real Money, Real World" simulation an eye-opener
12/01/2010
"This is really a big eye-opener. It makes you realize your parents don't just have money lying around like you think they do."
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| | MP board OKs contracts for modular classrooms
12/01/2010
On Nov. 30, the Madison-Plains school board approved three contracts related to the modular classroom project.
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| | SOUTHEASTERN Winter Sports
12/01/2010
Photos and schedules for Southeastern High School's winter sports
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| | Photos: London's Old Fashioned Christmas 2010
11/30/2010
Though there was no snow, the weather was otherwise perfect for this year's Old Fashioned Christmas in London --- crisp and clear.
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| | Photos: Christmas at London Library
11/30/2010
London Library was buzzing with activity during London's Old Fashioned Christmas.
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| | Keny Boulevard extension now open
11/30/2010
On Nov. 29, three vehicles made the first official trip down the newly completed Keny Boulevard extension between Lafayette Street and Route 38 in London.
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| | First-ever Farm City Day
11/29/2010
At the first-ever Farm City Day on Nov. 22, London Elementary students circulated among several agriculture-themed learning stations.
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| | UPDATED list of Christmas events
11/29/2010
There's no lack of Christmas cheer in and around Madison County.
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| | Mount Sterling expands Christmas in the Village
11/23/2010
Mount Sterling's Christmas celebration has expanded to include activities not only at the town gazebo, but also at the Mount Sterling Community Center.
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| | LONDON Winter Sports Preview 2010
11/23/2010
Photos and schedules for London High School's winter sports teams
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| | SHEKINAH Winter Sports Preview 2010
11/23/2010
Photos and schedules for Shekinah Christian School's winter sports teams.
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| | MADISON-PLAINS Winter Sports Preview 2010
11/23/2010
Photos and schedules for Madison-Plains High School's winter sports teams.
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| | JONATHAN ALDER Winter Sports Preview 2010
11/23/2010
Photos and schedules for Jonathan Alder High School's winter sports teams.
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| | WJ ends season as regional runner-up
11/22/2010
West Jefferson bowed out of the OHSAA football tournament after losing to Coldwater 44-12 on Nov. 20.
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| | London's Old Fashioned Christmas is Nov. 29
11/22/2010
On Nov. 29, downtown London will transform into a winter wonderland as the city puts on its annual Old Fashioned Christmas from 5 to 9 p.m.
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| | Creating joy from sadness: "Anna Marie's Packet for Me" project
11/22/2010
Imagine a room full of 24 little girls. They're chatting and laughing and flitting from table to table. It's colorful, joyful chaos.
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| | Dec. 4: Plain City's Christmas Under the Clock
11/21/2010
On Dec. 4, the ninth Annual Plain City Christmas Under the Clock will take place at Main Street (Route 161) and Chillicothe Street in uptown Plain City.
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| | Sculptor will carve ice at Plain City celebration
11/21/2010
Greg Butauski will bring his award-winning ice-sculpting talents to Plain City's Christmas Under the Clock celebration on Dec. 4.
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| | Community Calendar
11/18/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | St. Pat's students and farmers stock food pantries
11/19/2010
Donations made to Madison County Food Pantry and Mount Sterling Community Center food pantry.
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| | Londonites are stars of Nov. 30 Columbus State concert
11/18/2010
The Columbus State Community College (CSCC) concert band will present its free autumn term performance on Nov. 30 at 8 p.m.
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| | Arts Guild auction helps single moms, kids
11/18/2010
The London Visual Arts Guild is holding a silent auction through Nov. 29 at Gallery on High, 5 E. High St., London. Proceeds will benefit Visions of Hope Ministry.
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| | Gingerbread house fetches great price
11/19/2010
Tolles gingerbread house raises $3,000 for disadvantaged youths.
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| | Free dance practice for New Year's Eve Grand Ball
11/19/2010
A free dance practice is scheduled for Nov. 30 in anticipation of South Charleston's New Year's Eve Grand Ball.
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| | Friends chime in for WJ's Jim Holland
11/17/2010
On Nov. 12, Jim Holland sang along to one of his favorite gospel tunes, "There's Something About That Name," as the Madison County Senior Center chimes players serenaded him on his front lawn.
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| | Choctaw Lodge the site for Heartfelt Holidays
11/18/2010
Madison County residents support the community by planning, attending and donating to Heartfelt Holidays.
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| | Donate toys around county
11/18/2010
Opportunities abound for donating toys and other holiday cheer to families in need in the Madison County area.
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| | Candy sales benefit local groups
11/18/2010
Two area organizations are selling candy during the holidays this year.
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| | Obituaries
11/18/2010
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| | Upcoming Christmas events
11/18/2010
Find out about breakfast with Santa, dinner in Mt. Sterling, Christmas at the Museum, a West Jeff senior citizens party, Lights of Love, free gift wrapping service, a tree tour and church plays, concerts, cantatas, a cookie jubilee and more.
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| | Plans move forward for LeBeau Field House
11/17/2010
A seven-member group has reinstituted the J.J. Hartley Athletic Complex board to make plans and raise funds for a field house at London High School.
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| | Village will conduct inventory in-house
11/17/2010
Department heads in West Jefferson have a little extra work to do following council’s opposition to spending as much as $800 to have an outside company catalogue village equipment.
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| | LMS stages Pirates of Penzance
11/16/2010
London Middle School will present "The Pirates of Penzance" at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 17 and Thursday, Nov. 18 in the high school auditorium.
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| | West Jeff service award goes to Hurt and Pfeil
11/16/2010
Two long-time West Jefferson men whose devotion to their community has made a significant and positive difference are the latest recipients of the Ralph L. Parsons Sr. Award for community service.
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| | Another victory sends West Jeff to regional finals
11/16/2010
West Jefferson defeated Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy 24-12 at Kettering Fairmont Roush Stadium on Nov. 13 to advance to the regional finals.
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| | Madison-Plains and college students will sing together Friday
11/16/2010
The Madison-Plains High School symphonic choir concert will feature special performances by Ohio Wesleyan University's choral arts ensembles.
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| | A-L-D-E-R: Letters to live by
11/14/2010
Students in the Jonathan Alder School District have a new set of standards toward which to strive.
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| | Community Calendar
11/12/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Ohio SOAR award goes to Jonathan Alder High School
11/12/2010
On Nov. 8, Battelle for Kids presented Jonathan Alder High School and 18 other Ohio schools with the 2010 SOAR Award for High Progress Schools.
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| | Tolles' landscape team places 12th in nation
11/10/2010
Members of the Tolles Career & Technical Center FFA Chapter were one of 43 teams participating in the 2010 National FFA Nursery/Landscape Career Development Event.
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| | "Give and take" benefits all in WJ school district
11/09/2010
In the Jefferson Local School District, students and staff are on both the receiving and giving end of donations, with businesses providing financial support to buildings and organizations and pupils gearing up for collection drives.
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| | Madison-Plains gets serious with "12 Angry Jurors"
11/09/2010
"There's a lot of sitting, but when we get into it, I don’t want to look away."
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| | Letters to the Editor
11/09/2010
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| | West Jeff wins opening round playoff game
11/09/2010
West Jefferson’s football team won its opening round playoff game in Division V, Region 20, with a 43-6 victory over Summit Country Day on Nov. 6.
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| | Keny Blvd. extension set to open Nov. 29
11/09/2010
London city officials have tentatively set Nov. 29 as the grand opening day for the Keny Boulevard extension.
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| | Know a hero? Nominate them.
11/09/2010
The American Red Cross in Madison County is seeking nominations for Hometown Heroes.
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| | Hospital changes ER discharge procedure
11/09/2010
Madison County Hospital has instituted a new discharge procedure in the Emergency Department to offer patients the opportunity to pay their co-pay or deposit amount before they leave.
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| | Three local runners compete at state cross country meet
11/08/2010
Three runners from the Madison County area competed at the state cross country meet at Scioto Downs in Columbus on Nov. 6.
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| | LHS marching band rated "Excellent" at state
11/08/2010
On Nov. 7, the London High School band competed in the State Marching Band Finals at Dayton Welcome Stadium.
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| | Community Calendar
11/03/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Route 29 farmer named Cooperator of the Year
11/04/2010
Randy Miller won the election for supervisor at the Madison Soil and Water Conservation District annual conservation meeting and banquet on Oct. 30.
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| | Madison County Election Results: Nov. 2, 2010
11/03/2010
A total of 12,837 Madison County residents cast ballots in the Nov. 2 election. The tally represents 51.2 percent of the registered voters in the county.
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| | How Madison County voted on statewide races
11/03/2010
For every race, the majority of Madison County voters favored the candidates who ended up winning the seats.
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| | Ceremonies will honor veterans on Nov. 11
11/03/2010
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.
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| | HELP House expects big Thanksgiving need
11/03/2010
H.E.L.P. House volunteers are making plans to provide enough food to feed more than 1,000 individuals in one day.
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| | Obituaries
11/03/2010
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| | Donations needed to put on WJ's Christmas in the Park
11/02/2010
The West Jefferson Community Association's wish for the holidays: $3,500 for rental of a lift to put up lights for Christmas in the Park and another $6,000 to pay for electricity, new lights and carriage rides.
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| | London will start leaf pickup next week
11/02/2010
The City of London will begin leaf pickup Nov. 8.
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| | "You Can't Take It With You" at Jonathan Alder
11/02/2010
It's not often stage props include live snakes, an accordion and a printing press, but that (and more) are what audiences will see when Jonathan Alder High School puts on "You Can't Take It With You" Nov. 12-14.
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| | Halloween costume contest winners
11/01/2010
The West Jefferson Community Association held its annual Halloween costume contest at Norwood Elementary on Oct. 28.
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| | Kambree's Kids fund-raiser set for Nov. 6
11/01/2010
The annual Kambree's Kids fund-raiser is set for noon to 10 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 6 at Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7005, West Jefferson.
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| | Roberts Pass Trailhead opens
10/28/2010
The trailhead is a new addition to the Ohio to Erie Trail, a hike/bike trail
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| | Parking not allowed on Keny Boulevard
10/27/2010
The Keny Boulevard extension project in London is progressing
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| | Are you a "Good Neighbor?"
10/27/2010
The village council initiative is designed to recognize good deeds West Jefferson residents do for one another.
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| | Goal line dive
10/26/2010
West Jefferson wins title
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| | Humane Society will honor Bonzi winners at Paws & Claws
10/26/2010
The award is named after Bonzi, a tiny Beagle who was one of the dogs rescued in the Humane Society's first successful neglect prosecution.
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| | Union Twp. breaks ground for new facility
10/26/2010
The metal structure will stand on two acres along Route 56 in London, across from the Madison Lanes bowling alley.
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| | West Jeff advances
10/26/2010
West Jefferson advanced to the Division III boys soccer semi-final
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| | Fate of fallen leaves up in the air in London
10/26/2010
Leaves may not get picked up this fall
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| | Loving Care Hospice fall harvest fundraiser
10/26/2010
Raffle and auction goodies include Ohio State University items, a $100 gas card, holiday decorations and more.
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| | Nerd is the word at LHS
10/25/2010
Black-rimmed glasses with thick lenses. Pants belted closer to the ribcage than the waistline. Social skills that leave a lot to be desired.
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| | Breast Cancer Awareness: Survivors share their stories
10/20/2010
Since 2007, Madison County Hospital has striven to be sure women understand the importance of early detection and have access to compassionate breast care.
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| | Breast Cancer Awareness: Mammogram Q & A
10/20/2010
Answers to common question about getting a mammogram
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| | Breast Cancer Awareness: MRI is powerful tool
10/20/2010
While mammography is the standard used in diagnosing breast cancer, breast MRI has emerged as a powerful tool in the fight against this deadly disease.
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| | London seeks replacement of 1.4-mill fire levy
10/20/2010
The City of London is asking voters to keep a 1.4-mill fire protection levy in place for another five years.
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| | Madison-Plains' ACT scores are on upswing
10/20/2010
In the last two years, Madison-Plains students' average score on the ACT college entrance exam has gone from 20.4 to 21.5. The state average is 21.6.
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| | London home to Special Olympics Ohio Coach of the Year
10/20/2010
The calls come day or night. Sometimes, they're about sports. Most times, they're not. Lincoln Comer, recently named Special Olympics Coach of the Year for Ohio, takes all calls from his athletes in stride.
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| | London School District faces $3.3 million deficit
10/20/2010
The London school board will meet in special session Oct. 27 to discuss a looming $3.3 million deficit.
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| | Interest expressed in Mt. Sterling school and contents
10/20/2010
Mount Sterling Mayor Charlie Neff and Mount Sterling Village Administrator Dusty Parker took part in a closed-door session at the start of the Madison-Plains school board’s Oct. 19 meeting.
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| | Halloween and fall fun for kids and adults
10/20/2010
Trick or treat times and more (like Bigfoot, vampires, costume contests, etc.)
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| | Letters to the Editor
10/20/2010
Readers say their piece about the County Health levy and the Madison-Plains school levy.
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| | Obituaries
10/20/2010
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| | Plain City churches collect names for basket project
10/20/2010
Plain City area churches are making plans for the annual Christmas Basket project.
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| | Johnston takes Ward I seat, withdraws from at-large race
10/20/2010
Steve Johnston was appointed to West Jefferson Council's Ward I seat on Oct. 18. On Oct. 20, he withdrew from the Nov. 2 election race for an at-large seat on council.
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| | West Jeff preps for Route 29/I-70 interchange improvements
10/19/2010
The Village of West Jefferson continues to make improvements around the State Route 29 and I-70 interchange in an attempt to lure more business to the area.
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| | Community Calendar
10/13/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Quarter midget racers cancel "Arrive and Drive"
10/13/2010
The Central Ohio Quarter Midget Racing Association has cancelled the remaining events on its inaugural fall schedule, including the "Arrive and Drive" set for Oct. 23.
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| | Music Revue tickets go on sale Oct. 19
10/13/2010
The Madison County Arts Council will present “Triptik, USA” Nov. 11-13 at Brennan Loft, 158 S. Main St. in London.
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| | Chamber's Bonanza will feature life-size Monopoly
10/13/2010
From 6 to 10 p.m. on Oct. 21, the Madison County Chamber of Commerce will host the 51st annual Bonanza fund-raiser at Tom Raper RV's, 1305 Route 42 NE, London.
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| | Safe Routes to School grant apps due Nov. 5
10/13/2010
London’s Safe Routes to Schools committee is putting the finishing touches on two grant applications due to the Ohio Department of Transportation by Nov. 5.
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| | Obituaries
10/13/2010
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| | Letters to the Editor
10/12/2010
Readers share their opinions about the rise in opiate abuse in Madison County and budget cuts for London City Schools.
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| | Madison County Senior Center seeks levy renewal
10/12/2010
The Madison County Senior Citizens Center is asking voters to renew a 0.8-mill operating levy for five years. The request appears on the Nov. 2 ballot.
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| | Defining the ideal student
10/12/2010
The ideal student exhibits certain characteristics, and Jonathan Alder Local Schools leaders are putting those characteristics in writing.
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| | Buckeyes move to No. 1
10/12/2010
Ohio State University defeated Indiana 38-10 in Ohio Stadium on Oct. 9 and moved to No. 1 in the AP poll after Alabama lost to South Carolina.
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| | Community Calendar
10/07/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | London BPU starts free yard waste disposal program
10/05/2010
The London Board of Public Utilities has started a free program to help eliminate yard waste for London residents.
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| | Farmland Preservation I: Taking root in central Ohio
10/06/2010
Drive 20 minutes in just about any direction from downtown Columbus and it is almost guaranteed you will come across a field of soybeans, corn or another crop.
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| | Farmland Preservation II: One farmer's perspective
10/06/2010
Robert A. Hunter is the fourth generation of his family to live and farm on land located on Correll Maxey Road.
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| | Obituaries
10/06/2010
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| | Farmers seek changes in estate tax structure
10/06/2010
Fred Yoder would love to have his son join him on his 1,500-acre grain farm in Plain City, but he knows there are obstacles to overcome in turning the farm over to the next generation.
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| | County in pilot program to recycle household hazardous waste
10/05/2010
The North Central Ohio Solid Waste District is announcing a pilot program for residents to recycle their household hazardous waste.
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| | Health Department seeks levy renewal
10/05/2010
"Help us help you." That's the plea from the Madison County Health Department, which is on the Nov. 2 ballot for renewal of a 1-mill, five-year levy.
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| | West Jeff council changes continue post-recall
10/05/2010
The look of West Jefferson village council continues to change following the recall of Mayor Scott Hockenbery.
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| | Idea: Good Neighbor of the Month
10/05/2010
Good deeds should be recognized. That’s what West Jefferson Councilman Ron Garver thinks.
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| | MAYCI plans Fish Derby Oct. 9 at Madison Lake
10/04/2010
The Madison Area Youth Center Inc. will host a Fish Derby for all ages on Oct. 9 at Madison Lake.
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| | West Jeff Schools to host free Bully Proofing seminar
10/04/2010
Think a bully is just a big kid who pushes over smaller kids and steals their lunch money? Think again.
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| | Trick or Treat Times
10/04/2010
Beggars' night in Madison County
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| | Hospital elects new trustees
10/04/2010
At Madison County Hospital's annual corporation dinner, Dr. Robert Casillas, Dr. Mitchell Spahn and Rudy Denes were elected to the board of trustees.
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| | Rough Riders emerge victorious on Homecoming
10/04/2010
West Jefferson wins on homecoming night.
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| | Good Ole Days contest winners announced
10/04/2010
Winners are named in Mount Sterling's Good Ole Days horseshoe, corn hole, karaoke and baking contests.
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| | South Charleston: Gingerbread Festival
09/30/2010
The South Charleston Heritage Commission held its annual Gingerbread Festival on Sept. 26.
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| | Photos: Mount Sterling Good Ole Days
10/01/2010
From the parade to the crowning of a new court of festival royalty, Mount Sterling's Good Ole Days were fun for all.
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| | County's marching bands will perform Oct. 4
09/30/2010
The Madison County Arts Council will present the annual Madison County Marching Band Show on Oct. 4 at London High School. Admission is free.
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| | Southeastern: Residents speak up about school levy, pro and con
09/30/2010
Groups for and against Southeastern Local Schools’ proposed building project are circulating flyers in advance of the Nov. 2 ballot issue. One is answering questions. The other is asking questions.
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| | Obituaries
09/30/2010
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| | Community Calendar
09/30/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | West Jefferson's homecoming court
09/30/2010
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| | A sure sign of butterflies
09/28/2010
On Sept. 23, students and gardeners unveiled a custom-made sign for the butterfly garden in London Elementary's courtyard.
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| | National Road marker installed at Red Brick
09/28/2010
Madison County boasts one of 60 interpretive signs the Ohio National Road Association is placing at landmarks along the National Road's 227 miles in Ohio.
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| | Collection Day targets tires, electronics, TVs and medicine
09/28/2010
On Oct. 16, the Madison County/London City Health District will collect scrap tires, old pharmaceuticals, electronics and televisions at the Madison County Fairgrounds in London.
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| | Steele sworn in as West Jefferson's first female mayor
09/28/2010
On Sept. 27, Darlene A. Steele became the first female mayor in West Jefferson's 180-year history.
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| | Original play explores Amish heritage
09/28/2010
"Remember Us," a one-act play presented by London Christian Fellowship, explores what happens when a contemporary woman tries to figure out her church's Amish heritage.
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| | Ride and drive quarter midget racers Oct. 23
09/27/2010
Just one race in and the Central Ohio Quarter Midget Racing Association's new track at the Madison County Fairgrounds already has a reputation for being smooth and fast.
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| | Community Calendar
09/22/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Buckeye pride: Game photos
09/24/2010
Ohio State's Buckeyes beat Ohio University 43-7 on Sept. 18. They will play Eastern Michigan on Sept. 25.
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| | Recruits sought for Sheriff's Office Explorers Post
09/22/2010
Two years ago, A.J. Poff had his sights set on a career in mechanical engineering. That changed after he joined the Madison County Sheriff's Office Explorer Post.
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| | Lutherfest expanded to two days this year
09/22/2010
St. John's Lutheran Church in London wants families to have twice as much fun at Lutherfest this year.
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| | Letter to the Editor: Officials should preserve MP schools
09/22/2010
Mount Sterling resident states his case for preserving Madison-Plains' elementary schools
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| | Squid dissection and scrapbooking at Camp Learn A Lot
09/21/2010
Dissecting squids, writing and acting out plays, banging on drums. These are the things that get kids to go to school before school even officially starts.
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| | West Jeff Council could soon be miked up
09/21/2010
West Jefferson looks into doing an inventory on village property and installing recording equipment for meetings.
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| | Madison-Plains puts modulars on fast track
09/22/2010
Madison-Plains Local Schools is on the fast track to installing up to 40 modular classrooms.
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| | Obituaries
09/22/2010
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| | Steele will become West Jefferson's mayor
09/21/2010
West Jefferson Village Council President Darlene Steele announced at the Sept. 20 council meeting her intentions to assume the office of mayor for the remainder of Scott Hockenbery's term.
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| | Jonathan Alder's homecoming court
09/21/2010
Jonathan Alder High School has named its homecoming court for 2010. The king and queen will be crowned at the game.
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| | 10-year-old collects 500 food items for the needy
09/21/2010
Last year, Zachary Devor set a goal of collecting enough food to feed one needy family at Thanksgiving. Three hundred food items later, he had enough to fill the tables and cupboards of eight families.
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| | Soil & Water District holding photo contest
09/20/2010
Attention, amateur photographers! The Madison Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) needs local photographs to promote conservation in this county.
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| | Community Calendar
09/16/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | $1,000 will go to Septemberfest raffle winner
09/16/2010
It's guaranteed to be a great evening of fun for the entire family. With hayrides, hot dogs, cornhole and a chance to win $1,000, how can you go wrong?
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| | It's time again for Mt. Sterling's Good Ole Days
09/16/2010
Mount Sterling's annual Good Ole Days Festival will take place Sept. 24-26 at Veterans Field.
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| | Poker run and benefit will help motorcycle crash victim
09/16/2010
A poker run and benefit will be held on Sept. 25 for Roger Campbell, a lifelong resident of West Jefferson who lost his lower right leg and sustained other serious injuries in a motorcycle accident on May 27.
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| | Farm Science Review: What's new in 2010?
09/16/2010
Farm Science Review, Ohio's premiere agricultural event, will take place Sept. 21-23 at the Molly Caren Agricultural Center in London.
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| | Farm Science Review: UTV and ATV safety info and drive trials
09/16/2010
Utility terrain vehicles (UTVs) are becoming more popular on the farm as the ideal workhorse vehicle, from hauling feed, to fixing fence lines, to spot spraying.
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| | Farm Science Review: Watch a grain bin rescue
09/16/2010
Last year's popular grain bin rescue demonstrations highlighting the proper safety precautions of grain storage and handling are returning to Ohio State University’s Farm Science Review.
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| | Farm Science Review: Learn how to grow backyard fruit
09/16/2010
With the downturn in the economy and the move toward healthier, locally produced foods, more Ohio homeowners are interested in growing their own backyard fruits.
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| | Obituaries
09/16/2010
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| | Hockenbery recalled by two-to-one margin
09/15/2010
By a two-to-one margin in a special election on Sept. 14, West Jefferson voters cast ballots to recall Mayor Scott Hockenbery.
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| | Alder makes changes to get athletics back in the black
09/15/2010
Students at Jonathan Alder High School are getting a lesson in red and black, and it's not about school colors. Instead, it's about the state of the athletic program.
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| | OSU photos: Bucks defeat Hurricanes
09/14/2010
Ohio State defeated the University of Miami 36-24 on Sept. 11.
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| | Football photos: West Jefferson vs. London
09/14/2010
West Jefferson defeated London on Sept. 10 at Kile Field 34-18.
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| | Marine Corps veteran gets diploma 54 years later
09/14/2010
West Jefferson High School graduate Thomas Allen Campbell is in a class by himself. Literally.
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| | Photos: Shekinah Festival 2010
09/13/2010
The Shekinah Festival and Auction, which benefits Shekinah Christian School in Plain City, took place Sept. 11.
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| | Community Calendar
09/08/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | West Jeff P&Z says: Zoning laws need "teeth"
09/08/2010
The West Jefferson Planning and Zoning Commission is taking steps to improve the appearance of the community.
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| | Council overrides mayor's fence veto
09/08/2010
The Village of West Jefferson is going to erect a fence around the water treatment plant, even though it might not sit well with Mayor Scott Hockenbery.
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| | City's bicentennial group entertains more ideas
09/08/2010
What's the best way to mark the site of time capsules honoring the 200th birthdays of the City of London (2011) and Madison County (2010)?
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| | Photos: OSU vs. Marshall
09/08/2010
Buckeyes take down the Thundering Herd in a 45-7 season opening victory.
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| | Photos: West Jefferson vs. Madison-Plains
09/08/2010
West Jefferson defeated Madison Plains 40 -6 on Sept. 3 at Madison-Plains.
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| | Photos: 2010 Ox Roast in West Jefferson
09/08/2010
West Jefferson celebrated its 60th annual Ox Roast over Labor Day weekend.
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| | Obituaries
09/08/2010
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| | London residents want options for disposing leaves
09/07/2010
With no city leaf pick-up this fall, London residents are seeking alternatives for removing the piles from their yards.
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| | Murder, mystery and dinner in West Jefferson
09/07/2010
The West Jefferson Community Association (WJCA) and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7005 will host a murder mystery dinner on Oct. 7 to raise money for Adopt-A-Family.
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| | Rt. 42 Reindeer a hit on Facebook
09/07/2010
The new Rt. 42 Reindeer Facebook page celebrates the creativity of Rusty Smith, a Plain City area resident who has been arranging grapevine reindeer into different funny scenes in his front yard nearly every week for the past 20 months.
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| | West Jefferson to host OSU drum major Jason Stuckert
09/07/2010
Jason Stuckert, the newest drum major for the Ohio State University marching band, will appear at half-time of West Jefferson’s Sept. 10 home football game against London.
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| | Toxin advisory downgraded at Deer Creek
09/06/2010
On Sept. 3, the state downgraded the advisory at Deer Creek State Park near Mount Sterling from a toxin advisory to a bloom advisory.
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| | Plain City to host 4-mile run/walk on Sept. 25
09/06/2010
The Plain City Four Mile Run/Walk will start at 8 a.m. Sept. 25 at Pastime Park.
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| | Community Calendar
09/01/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Jonathan Alder rated Excellent
09/01/2010
Jonathan Alder Local Schools received an "Excellent" rating on the 2009-10 state report card from the Ohio Department of Education.
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| | London Schools rated Effective
09/01/2010
London City Schools received an "Effective" rating on the 2009-10 report card from the Ohio Department of Education.
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| | West Jefferson Schools rated Effective
09/01/2010
Jefferson Local Schools received an "Effective" rating on the 2009-10 state report card from the Ohio Department of Education, the same rating it received the previous year.
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| | Local schools get Race to Top funds
09/01/2010
All four of Madison County's public school districts are slated to receive federal Race to the Top funding.
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| | Wheatley in running to win Sears store
09/01/2010
London resident Dave Wheatley could win a Sears Hometown Store.
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| | Voting details for WJ recall election
09/01/2010
The process for West Jefferson's special election on Sept. 14 will proceed just like any other election.
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| | Shekinah Festival and Auction is Sept. 11
09/01/2010
Make plans now to attend the 31st annual Shekinah Festival and Auction for a day full of family fun.
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| | County agencies explore increase in opiate use
09/01/2010
The Mental Health and Recovery Board of Madison County in conjunction with the Madison County Family Council is convening a group of community leaders and interested persons to explore the increase in opiate use locally.
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| | Madison-Plains rated Effective
09/01/2010
Madison-Plains Local Schools received an "Effective" rating on the 2009-10 report card from the Ohio Department of Education.
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| | Photos: Safety Town and Expo
08/31/2010
The Madison County Safety Town and Expo took place Aug. 28 at the Madison County Fairgrounds.
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| | Football opener: West Jeff vs. Mechanicsburg
08/31/2010
West Jefferson opened its 2010 football season on Aug. 27, Hall of Fame Night, with a 35-7 victory over Mechanicsburg.
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| | Rudy and Joan Denes are this year's Ox Roast grand marshals
08/23/2010
For the 60th anniversary of the West Jefferson Ox Roast, the West Jefferson Community Association chose Rudy and Joan Denes as the parade grand marshals.
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| | West Jefferson Ox Roast schedule
08/23/2010
The West Jefferson Ox Roast Festival will take place Sept. 4-6 at Garrette Park located off of Walnut Street.
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| | Photos: Bike Fest in London
08/25/2010
The Friends of Madison County Parks and Trails hosted a Family Fun Bike Fest on Aug. 21 in London.
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| | Photos: Circus comes to West Jefferson
08/24/2010
West Jefferson welcomed the Lewis and Clark Circus to the Ox Roast Grounds on Aug. 20.
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| | Photos: Lilly Chapel Homecoming
08/24/2010
Lilly Chapel was the host of the 27th annual Trinity Homecoming on Aug. 21.
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| | Photos: Jonathan Alder Day in London
08/24/2010
The Madison County Historical Society Museum held Jonathan Alder Day on Aug. 22.
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| | Cobras donate to London area law and safety departments
08/23/2010
Ohio Cobra Club donates a total of $3,500 to law and safety departments in and around London.
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| | Community Calendar
08/19/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Golf outing named in memory of Bob Powers
08/18/2010
This year's annual Madison County Hospital Foundation County Classic golf outing was held Aug. 11-12 at the London Country Club. Each year the event raises over $20,000 to improve health care services in Madison County.
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| | Letters to the Editor
08/19/2010
Readers write letters about West Jeff's Main Street changes and Lifepointe Family Center's countywide baby shower.
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| | WEST JEFFERSON Fall Sports Preview 2010
08/19/2010
Photos and schedules for West Jefferson High School's varsity fall sports teams.
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| | SHEKINAH Fall Sports Preview 2010
08/19/2010
Photos and schedules for Shekinah Christian School's varsity fall sports teams.
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| | MADISON-PLAINS Fall Sports Preview 2010
08/19/2010
Photos and schedules for Madison-Plains High School's fall sports teams.
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| | LONDON Fall Sports Preview 2010
08/19/2010
Photos and schedules for London High School's fall sports teams.
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| | JONATHAN ALDER Fall Sports Preview 2010
08/19/2010
Photos and schedules for Jonathan Alder High School's fall sports teams.
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| | Obituaries
08/19/2010
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| | Potential warehouse would be biggest yet in West Jeff
08/18/2010
Another puzzle piece has fallen into place regarding a potential, though as yet unnamed, tenant in West Jefferson’s business park along State Route 29 near I-70.
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| | Council votes to pay controversial law firm bill
08/18/2010
West Jefferson Council voted Aug. 16 to pay a controversial bill for services from a legal firm that did work in an attempt to obtain stimulus funds for the village.
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| | London shows improvement in early state report card results
08/18/2010
Preliminary results show improvement in state test scores for London City Schools.
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| | Plain City service day: Don't just go to church; BE the church
08/18/2010
Don't just go to church. BE the Church. This is the invitation the churches of Plain City are extending to their congregations and the larger community on Sept. 5.
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| | Aug. 22 event honors settler Jonathan Alder
08/18/2010
On Aug. 22, the Historical Society will hold Jonathan Alder Day from noon to 5 p.m. The museum and grounds are located at 260 E. High St., London. All buildings and the gift shop will be open.
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| | West Jeff Council's Garver questions fund transfers
08/18/2010
West Jefferson Council approved several transfers out of the general fund on Aug. 16, but not before Councilman Ron Garver voiced his concerns.
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| | Community Calendar
08/11/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Trinity Homecoming Festival: Grand marshals new to Lilly Chapel
08/11/2010
Come Aug. 21, the Blevins family will really get to know the community as grand marshals of the Trinity United Methodist Church’s annual homecoming parade. Jesse is the church’s new pastor.
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| | 2010 fair livestock sale topped last year by $23,000
08/11/2010
While the state of the economy remains bleak, the sun shone brightly on this year's Madison County Junior Fair livestock sale.
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| | Cruise-in proceeds will help to fight ALS
08/11/2010
The fourth annual Cruise-in To Defeat ALS will take place from 5 to 8 p.m. Aug. 22 at Takacs Family Ice Cream, 129 W. High St. in London.
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| | Sign up now for West Jefferson Ox Roast contests
08/11/2010
West Jefferson's Ox Roast Festival is set for Sept. 4-6. Deadlines are coming up for some of the festival's contests and activities. For details, go to www.westjeffoxroast.com.
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| | Aug. 21: Family Fun Bike Fest
08/11/2010
Ohio to Erie Trail users can have some family fun and learn how to better enjoy their bicycles at a new event.
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| | Spinning chairs United Way campaign
08/11/2010
United Way of Clark, Champaign and Madison Counties has named Chip Spinning as the 2010 Madison County campaign chairman.
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| | Candidates and issues for the Nov. 2 election
08/10/2010
The following candidates and issues will appear on the Nov. 2 ballot in Madison County. The voter registration deadline is Oct. 4. For more information, call the Madison County Board of Elections at (740) 852-9424.
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| | Alder to host anti-violence program inspired by Columbine victim
08/10/2010
In an attempt to create a more positive atmosphere at school, leaders of Jonathan Alder Local Schools are bringing the nationally acclaimed Rachel's Challenge to the area on Sept. 1.
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| | London considers fines for yard waste in streets
08/10/2010
London City Council is considering a new law that would prohibit placement of grass clippings and yard waste in the street. The penalty for violations would be fines and possible charges for cleanup.
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| | Jefferson Local waives BMI screening for one year
08/10/2010
Legislation establishing a new body mass index (BMI) screening program and upping physical education standards is forcing school districts back to the books to balance the new requirements with a shrinking bottom line.
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| | Circus coming to West Jefferson on Aug. 20
08/09/2010
The Lewis and Clark Circus will hold two shows, 5 and 7:30 p.m., Aug. 20 at the West Jefferson Ox Roast Grounds located behind Garrette Park (West Fellows Avenue).
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| | Community Calendar
08/04/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | London's Studio 7 offers art classes this fall
08/06/2010
Artists with the London Visual Arts Guild are offering classes this fall at Studio 7, 7 E. High St. in London. Class and instructor preview days are open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Saturday in August.
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| | Medals go to humble lifesaver
08/04/2010
A Madison County native and Eagle Scout is now a nationally recognized hero.
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| | Madison-Plains bond issue fails
08/04/2010
Madison-Plains Local Schools will not be building a new K-12 school. The district's bond issue request on the Aug. 3 ballot failed, 1,133-1,354 (45.56 percent-54.55 percent).
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| | Letters to the Editor
08/04/2010
Readers chime in about condition of West Jefferson's streets, Dick LeBeau and more.
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| | Open houses and more gear kids up for school
08/04/2010
Check out these important back-to-school dates.
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| | Obituaries
08/04/2010
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| | Push is on to finish LHS renovations before school starts
08/03/2010
If necessary, construction crews will work nights and weekends to finish renovations at London High School by the Aug. 20 deadline. The first day of school is Aug. 24.
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| | West Jeff takes next step toward revamping Main Street
08/03/2010
On Aug. 2, West Jefferson Council authorized the mayor to sign legislation to pave the way for the start of the estimated $1.9 million project to revamp Main Street and improve sidewalks.
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| | Jonathan Alder construction zones hammer ahead
08/03/2010
Two active construction sites mean big changes---some now, some later---for Jonathan Alder Local Schools students in kindergarten through sixth grade.
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| | London Library director takes job in Marion County
08/02/2010
This September, London Library Director Gary Branson will continue his work in the library profession, but at the Marion Public Library system as their new director.
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| | Community Calendar
07/28/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | From London to Canton: LeBeau enters Pro Hall of Fame
07/28/2010
Dick LeBeau has come a long way from the days when he and his childhood buddies tied up old boxing gloves with shoestrings to make footballs.
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| | Letters to the Editor
07/28/2010
Readers write about politics in West Jefferson and the Madison-Plains bond issue.
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| | Recording time is grand prize of Mount Sterling karaoke contest
07/29/2010
The winner of a Mount Sterling karaoke contest could do time… in a recording studio.
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| | Armory Youth Center needs votes to win $250,000
07/28/2010
Madison Area Youth Center Inc. (MAYCI) is vying for $250,000 for renovations and repairs to the Armory in London. It�s all part of the national Pepsi Refresh grant challenge, and victory depends on online votes from local supporters.
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| | Journey into country music
07/28/2010
You could say Wyatt McCubbin got his first "lucky break" in seventh grade when he snapped his arm in two playing football.
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| | New life for 1936 Model D John Deere
07/28/2010
Andrew Armstrong took three big projects to the Clark County Fair this year: a 1,365-lb. steer named "Toby," a 1,225-lb. steer named "Tom," and, well, a tractor.
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| | South Charleston news briefs
07/28/2010
Special events in South Charleston in the month of August
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| | Mad Cow road rally set for Aug. 14
07/28/2010
The Madison County MAD COW Road Rally will tour Madison County on Aug. 14. The Madison County Convention and Visitors Bureau will host the event.
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| | Lake Choctaw the setting for 2010 Run For Hope
07/28/2010
The third annual "Run for Hope" 5K is a competitive race that benefits the American Cancer Society's Relay For Life of Madison County. It will take place Aug. 21 at 9 a.m. at Lake Choctaw, off I-70 W at the State Route 56 exit.
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| | Obituaries
07/28/2010
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| | Madison-Plains drafts rules for new senior project requirement
07/27/2010
This fall's incoming high school freshmen will be the first class the state requires to complete a senior project before they graduate in 2014.
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| | London Ribs & Jazz Fest set for Aug. 6
07/27/2010
The City of London and Downtown London Association are pulling out all the stops for a finger-licking, toe-tapping good time at the third annual London Ribs & Jazz Fest.
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| | HELP House shuts down temporarily due to lack of funds
07/26/2010
Lack of funds has forced a temporary shut-down of HELP House, a London-based outreach organization whose primary mission is providing food to the hungry.
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| | Community Calendar
07/22/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Collector cars cruise into Plain City Aug. 7
07/22/2010
The Plain City Classic Car Cruise-In will feature collector cars and trucks from around the Midwest. The event is set for 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 7 on Main Street (State Route 161) in uptown Plain City.
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| | Pedaling past petals
07/22/2010
Since the late 1960s, West Jefferson resident Jack McDowell has had a major crush on the prairie grasses and wildflowers of Madison County. In recent years, he has shared that love with county residents, leading an annual nature tour for bicyclists.
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| | Waiting to hear more from potential WJ developer
07/22/2010
West Jefferson is one of three locations a distribution company is considering for a new facility.
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| | Letters to the Editor
07/22/2010
Readers share their opinions about the Madison-Plains bond issue on the Aug. 3 ballot.
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| | Movie Review:
07/22/2010
In a summer movie season plagued with lameness, "Inception" is a dream come true. Simply put, "Inception" is the best movie I have seen all year.
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| | Obituaries
07/22/2010
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| | Madison-Plains: Both sides weigh in as election day approaches
07/21/2010
With the Aug. 3 special election fast approaching, proponents and opponents of the Madison-Plains Local Schools’ bond issue request continue to get their respective messages out to voters in the district.
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| | Date set for recall vote; mayor responds
07/21/2010
Registered voters in West Jefferson will go to the polls Sept. 14 to decide whether or not to keep Scott Hockenbery as mayor.
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| | Special awards go to young County Fair competitors
07/20/2010
Winners of special awards and contests at this year’s Madison County Fair makes for a long list of success.
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| | West Jeff to test air quality in Village Hall
07/20/2010
The air quality in the West Jefferson Village Hall will be checked after some employees complained about not feeling well.
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| | Route 38 will close for two days
07/19/2010
The City of London plans to close Route 38 for two days, likely July 26-27, north of London High School/London Elementary and south of Fairhaven School.
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| | Wiseman wins Grand Showman of Showmen
07/19/2010
When Delanie Wiseman does well at a livestock show, her family celebrates by making her pay for dinner. The 15-year-old has been picking up a lot of tabs this year.
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| | Community Calendar
07/14/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Ohio's First Lady tours county fair
07/17/2010
Frances Strickland, wife of Ohio Governor Ted Strickland, toured the Madison County Fair on July 17.
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| | Photos: Jeff's trip to the fair
07/16/2010
Messenger photographer Jeff Pfeil spent a couple of days at the Madison County Fair. Here's what he caught with his camera.
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| | Volunteers needed for National Road Association
07/16/2010
Denna Johnson of the National Road Association recently informed West Jefferson Council that Madison County lacks representation on the group’s board.
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| | More county fair photos!
07/15/2010
Bunnies, cows, goats, donkeys, horses and more!
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| | Madison-Plains hears about wind turbines
07/14/2010
Madison-Plains Local Schools is looking into harnessing wind for power at the school complex on Linson Road.
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| | Acting is chance to live outside the lines a while
07/14/2010
Community theater is like an onion. The actors peel off their real-life personas as teachers, businessmen and civic leaders to reveal make-believe layers of tap-dancing jesters, storytelling minstrels and wacky wizards.
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| | Passionate about school bus safety
07/14/2010
A zeal for school bus safety finds Jefferson Local driver and transportation clerk Jaci Rohner on the road and in the classroom throughout the school year and spreading the word to school board members during summer break.
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| | Snow days won’t always mean no athletic events
07/14/2010
On July 12, the Jonathan Alder Board of Education was in back-to-school mode, taking care of policy revisions and other business in advance of the Aug. 24 start date for the 2010-11 school year.
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| | Letters to the Editor
07/14/2010
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| | Obituaries
07/14/2010
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| | Groundbreaking coming soon for quarter midget race track
07/13/2010
The Central Ohio Quarter Midget Racing Association looks to break ground this month on a track at the fairgrounds in London.
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| | Fair photos: The first two days
07/13/2010
From award-winning sheep showmen to high-in-the-air camel rides, the 2010 Madison County Fair got off to a rousing start on July 11.
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| | Community Calendar
07/08/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | County Fair Preview: Lawn mower derbies are popular attraction
07/08/2010
Steve Virts hopes at least 99 other people are just as crazy as he is about smashing up lawn mowers.
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| | Wedding bells will ring at West Jeff farmers market
07/08/2010
Jay Sauer and Jen Schumacher are getting married, and all of West Jefferson is invited to attend.
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| | Plain City hosts Steam Threshers show July 15-18
07/08/2010
The Miami Valley Steam Threshers Association presents its 61st annual show and reunion July 15-18 at Pastime Park in Plain City.
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| | Tickets on sale for "Once Upon a Mattress"
07/08/2010
Madison County Arts Council is selling tickets to "Once Upon a Mattress," its summer production. The musical comedy will take place July 23-25 at Jonathan Alder High School.
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| | County Fair Preview: Build bluebird boxes to take home
07/08/2010
The Madison Conservation Foundation and Madison Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) invite families to build their own bluebird boxes at the Madison County Fair.
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| | Obituaries
07/08/2010
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| | London gives new principal a three-year contract
07/07/2010
In a departure from their recent practice with new hires at the administrative level, London City Schools leaders bestowed a three-year contract on new high school principal, Chad R. Eisler.
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| | Photos: Mount Sterling's Independence Day parade
07/07/2010
The Mount Sterling Community Center hosted Independence Day festivities this year, including a parade that featured two grand marshals, Helen Endres and Gene Lindsey.
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| | Mayor recall group submits new set of petitions
07/07/2010
On the morning of July 7, West Jefferson resident Tom Phillips submitted to West Jefferson Council Clerk Jack Herrel petitions bearing 177 signatures calling for the recall of Mayor Scott Hockenbery.
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| | West Jeff council votes down land annexation
07/07/2010
On July 6, West Jefferson Village Council voted 5-2 against annexation of a total of 176 acres of land on the eastside of the village.
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| | Armory hosts Wii tournament July 10
07/06/2010
On July 10, MAYCI of the Armory will host its game tournament at the London Youth Center on East Second Street. The game system is Nintendo Wii; the game is "Super Smash Bros. Brawl."
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| | New at the fair: Pig races and camel rides
07/05/2010
Shania Swine, Squeally Nelson and Kermit The Hog will race for Oreos at the Madison County Fair. They're among the stars of one of the fair's new attractions --- pig races.
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| | Fair offers live music nightly
07/05/2010
The Madison County Fair is singing your tune. From gospel to country, live music is scheduled for each day of the 2010 fair.
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| | Catch real fish at the Madison County Fair
07/05/2010
First Bite Fishing Tanks reels 'em in --- hook, line and sinker. The new attraction gives children and adults a chance to go fishing at the fair.
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| | Fund-raiser's focus is fowl
07/05/2010
The Madison County Junior Fair Livestock Sale Committee is raising funds to improve the poultry area on the fairgrounds.
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| | Changing of the guard for livestock sale committee
07/05/2010
George Lohstroh came to the party early and stayed late.
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| | Community Calendar
07/01/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | London will spray for mosquitos
07/02/2010
City Councilman Stan Kavy recently received several calls from residents complaining about mosquitos. He introduced legislation to address the issue at the July 1 council meeting.
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| | Learn about bees and honey on South Charleston farm tour
07/02/2010
"Bee Aware" is a fun and educational opportunity to learn more about the life of a bee and beekeeper and the resources available for conservation.
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| | Flax receives Rotary's Paul Harris Fellow award
07/02/2010
London Rotary Club recently named Mona Flax as a Paul Harris Fellow award winner. As part of the recognition, the club made a $1,000 contribution to the Rotary International Fund in Flax's honor.
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| | Three generations make fair and farming a tradition
06/29/2010
It's not hard to guess the Eriksen family is a farm kind of family. The first clue is their driveway, which winds a third of a mile back through a tunnel of corn in the Clark County countryside.
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| | Junior deputies get a real look at the law
07/01/2010
They reviewed case studies with the county coroner, worked with a bomb-sniffing dog, made traffic stops, investigated crime scenes, and ultimately presented cases to the county prosecutor.
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| | Polling places change for some Madison-Plains voters
07/01/2010
Voters in the village of Mt. Sterling and Pleasant Township have a new polling location.
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| | Vintage post cards next best thing to time travel
07/01/2010
"Greetings again from sunny Florida. Thank you for the very pretty pin. I'll always think of you when I wear it. I am mailing you a package today. Will write more when I have time. Love, F.R."
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| | Special events accompany farm market kick-off
07/01/2010
"A Global View of Local Food" will be held from 9:30 a.m. to noon July 10 in conjunction with the 2010 kickoff of the London Farmers Market.
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| | Obituaries
07/01/2010
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| | Southeastern Schools putting construction levy on fall ballot
06/29/2010
On June 24, the Southeastern Local School Board unanimously passed resolutions needed to place a combined bond issue and income tax levy for school construction on the Nov. 2 ballot.
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| | British "football" players invade London (Ohio)
06/29/2010
Five soccer coaches from London, England, taught 62 kids from Madison County a thing or two about what the rest of the world calls "football."
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| | New commissioner donates salary to Sheriff's Office
06/29/2010
Paul Gross is donating approximately $26,000 to the Madison County Sheriff's Office in the form of the salary he receives as a Madison County commissioner.
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| | London Schools combat projected $1.3 million budget shortfall
06/29/2010
London City Schools leaders are cranking up their efforts to cut costs as the district faces an estimated $1.3 million budget shortfall by June 30, 2011.
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| | Catholic Church welcomes new pastor July 13
06/29/2010
Members of St. Patrick Catholic Church, 61 S. Union St., London, will welcome Father Mark Ghiloni as their new pastor effective July 13.
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| | Photos: West Jefferson Alumni banquet
06/29/2010
The 126th annual West Jefferson Alumni Association banquet took place June 26 at West Jefferson High School.
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| | Community Calendar
06/23/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Project Cake-in-a-Jar headed to Aghanistan
06/24/2010
Sgt. Lawrence Scheck, 28, is four months into his third tour of duty in Afghanistan. He misses his wife, Amanda, his two young daughters and the rest of his family back in the U.S. He also misses his mother's homemade cakes.
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| | Turmoil continues in West Jefferson government
06/23/2010
During a three-and-a-half hour meeting on June 21, West Jefferson Council covered several topics that elicited criticism or questions.
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| | Independence Day events set all around county
06/23/2010
Parades, a car show and fireworks are just part of the fun as Madison County area communities gear up for Independence Day celebrations.
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| | Library concert series tunes up July 2
06/23/2010
With summer officially here, London Public Library is making final preparations for its annual summertime concert series.
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| | Movie Review: "Hex" leaves viewers utterly dumfounded
06/23/2010
Oh my, I don't even know what to say about "Jonah Hex," the movie adaptation of a DC comic book from the 1970s. It's just…yeah.
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| | Obituaries
06/23/2010
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| | Relay For Life raises over $115,000 for Cancer Society
06/22/2010
The Madison County Relay for Life was held at West Jefferson High School June 18-19. So far, participants have collected over $115,000, well over their goal of $101,000.
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| | Hospital recognizes local businesses for their donations
06/20/2010
The Madison County Hospital Foundation recognized over 80 local business and civic organizations at the annual Business Partners Breakfast on June 16.
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| | Shorter Strawberry Festival still packed with fun
06/17/2010
The 2010 London Strawberry Festival is one day shorter, but packed with just as much fun. Set for June 24-26, the festival takes place in downtown London, primarily along South Main Street.
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| | Strawberry Festival schedule of events
06/17/2010
The London Strawberry Festival will take place June 24-26 in downtown London.
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| | Finally: Cap and gown
06/17/2010
Shortly after Terry Nance woke up on the morning of May 15, 1970, he learned he and the thousands of other students at Ohio University had until 5 p.m. the next day to vacate the campus.
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| | Playing Mom to a 10-pound baby with a tail
06/17/2010
While I know raising a baby is much, much harder than raising a puppy, I think this past week I came the closest I’ve ever been to knowing what it's like to have a child.
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| | Open house will celebrate Frances Hart's 100th birthday
06/15/2010
As her 100th birthday approaches, Frances Hart is looking back on her life as well as ahead to the June 26 open house to be held in her honor at the Senior Center in West Jefferson.
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| | Special Olympian and his mom/coach take on bocce
06/15/2010
Is Brian Goff dedicated to bocce? You betcha. The Madison County Special Olympian and five of his teammates are headed to the Ohio State Summer Games June 25-27 at The Ohio State University.
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| | Central Committee keeps Gross as county commissioner
06/15/2010
On June 15, the Madison County Republican Central Committee appointed Paul A. Gross to fill the county commissioner's seat recently vacated by Republican Chris Snyder.
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| | Letter & photos: Run raises $4,200 for Brain Tumor Foundation
06/16/2010
The first annual Rockin' on the Run raised $4,200 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation.
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| | BOE boots petitions; recall group starts over
06/16/2010
On June 15, the Madison County Board of Elections declared the petitions to recall West Jefferson Mayor Scott Hockenbery to be invalid. On June 16, the petition circulators were ready to try again.
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| | West Jeff mayor addresses recall group’s allegations
06/16/2010
West Jefferson Mayor Hockenbery said he wasn't surprised when the Madison County Board of Elections deemed petitions calling for his election to be invalid.
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| | Alder Schools to expand health care staffing
06/15/2010
Kelly Hicks, principal at Plain City Elementary, knows how many of her students are diabetics, which ones need insulin shots and which ones are on the insulin pump.
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| | Could heavenly angel food cake win fifth blue ribbon?
06/15/2010
As a youngster, Mary Jane (Miller) Clifton knew how to stretch the $20 her parents gave her to spend at the Madison County Fair. She played midway games for prizes and fearlessly rode all the rides.
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| | All open-class county fair entries are due June 30
06/15/2010
Anyone, whether they’re a Madison County resident or not, can enter the open class competitions at the Madison County Fair—but they need to sign up by June 30. The fair runs July 10-17.
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| | School district beefs up policy on online bullying
06/15/2010
Pushing, shoving and other forms of intimidation were once common tools of bullies, but by extending their reach into cyberspace, harassment and personal attacks are taking on a different form.
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| | Community Calendar
06/09/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Fun walk precedes Special Olympics Summer Games
06/09/2010
The London Police Department will hold a one-mile fun walk on June 25 to raise money for Special Olympics.
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| | West Jeff mayor recall petitions submitted
06/09/2010
At the June 7 West Jefferson Council meeting, Tom Phillips, a former mayor of West Jefferson, made his way through a standing-room-only crowd to submit petitions bearing 167 signatures calling for the recall of Mayor Scott Hockenbery.
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| | Council president's gavel strikes again
06/09/2010
A disagreement prompted Mayor Scott Hockenbery to walk out of the June 7 West Jefferson Council meeting in the first hour of what ended up being a 3.5-hour meeting.
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| | By playing "small ball," Jonathan Alder won big time.
06/09/2010
The Pioneers took home the Div. II state baseball title on June 6 with a 3-2 win over Cuyahoga Falls Walsh Jesuit.
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| | The goal: more birthdays
06/09/2010
Anyone familiar with the American Cancer Society's Relay For Life knows about the luminaria --- glowing lanterns that line the track overnight to honor cancer patients.
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| | Relay guarantees a good time for a good cause
06/09/2010
For weeks and months, 44 teams of families, friends, co-workers, civic leaders, parishioners and students have been raising money in the name of the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life in Madison County.
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| | Relay dollars go toward research and patient help
06/09/2010
For the last several years, the Madison County Relay For Life has annually raised close to or more than $100,000 for the American Cancer Society (ACS). Where does the money go?
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| | June 16-19: Mount Sterling Homecoming festival
06/09/2010
The Tri-County Fire Fighters Association will host their annual homecoming festival June 16-19 at Veterans Field in Mount Sterling.
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| | Third trip to state track meet
06/09/2010
Emily Morris, a London resident and junior at Bishop Ready in Columbus, placed third in the shot put at the Div. II state track meet.
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| | Free Alzheimer's care consultations
06/09/2010
The Alzheimer's Association, Central Ohio Chapter, is offering free onsite care consultation to residents in Madison County who are affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.
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| | London Library tweaks summer reading program
06/09/2010
The London Public Library is gearing up for a summer full of fun activities and reading. The summer reading program starts June 14.
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| | Movie Review: Once again, Brand shines in role as rock star
06/09/2010
Dedra gives "Get Him to the Greek" a B-plus.
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| | Obituaries
06/09/2010
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| | Community Calendar
05/13/2010
What's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Barber of Seville meets Barbershop
05/13/2010
The concert, "From Broad-way to Opera," will take place at 7 p.m. May 18 in the St. Patrick Church Parish Center.
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| | West Jeff swamp oak named 2010 Heritage Tree
05/13/2010
Students measure this year's Madison County Heritage Tree honoree, a swamp oak in West Jefferson's Westwood Park.
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| | Movie Review: Iron Man sequel doesn't make the grade
05/13/2010
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| | Senior Week: Health Fair part of week's festivities
05/13/2010
The Madison County Senior Center, 280 W. High St., London, will host the following activities in celebration of National Senior Citizens Week, May 17-21. For details, call 740-852-3001.
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| | Obituaries
05/13/2010
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| | Get the royal treatment this summer with "Mattress"
05/03/2010
There's an opening for a princess, and an entire castle of characters, too. The summer theatre season is under way as Madison County Arts Council announces "Once Upon a Mattress" as its summer countywide production.
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| | Community Calendar
04/29/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | County seeks input on land-use plan
04/29/2010
Residents are invited to attend a meeting to learn more about the comprehensive plan. It will take place from 7 to 8 p.m. May 6 at the Madison County Engineer’s Office, 825 U.S. Route 42 NE, London.
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| | For this auction, bidders just need quarters
04/29/2010
Junior Achievement (JA) of Madison County is holding a Charity Quarter Auction from 7 to 9 p.m. May 13 at St. Patrick Elementary School, 226 Elm St., London. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. for a preview of auction items.
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| | In the Garden: Spring's the time to divide and multiply perennia
04/29/2010
Spring is an ideal time for splitting perennials. Their new growth is still low, and the cooler temperatures are less taxing on the replanted divisions.
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| | Another batch of Letters to the Editor
04/29/2010
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| | London City Schools makes it official with groundbreaking
04/29/2010
As members of the high school band played the school fight song, London Middle School Principal Darren Fillman and some of his sixth-grade students sunk shovels into dirt at the construction site for the new middle school.
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| | 5K run/walk and family day to benefit brain tumor research
04/29/2010
London resident Johnda Beathard, her daughter Ashley Winebrenner, and their good friend Carol Semler have organized “Rockin’ on the Run,” a 5K walk/run and family day set for May 22 in London.
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| | Madison-Plains leaders discuss facility options
04/29/2010
The Madison-Plains Board of Education will meet in special session at 7 p.m. May 6 in the high school auditorium to discuss the results of district's 6.99-mill bond issue request on the May 4 ballot.
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| | Local Scouts celebrate BSA's 100th year with tree planting
04/29/2010
Cub Scout Pack 104 and Boy Scout Troop 102 plant a red maple at Cowling Park in London to commemorate Boy Scouts of America's 100th anniversary.
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| | BMX, skateboard, dance show coming to South Charleston
04/29/2010
On May 15, skateboarders, BMX riders and break dancers from "Impact World Tour" will take over the parking lot at Journey of Faith Fellowship, 163 N. Chillicothe St., in South Charleston.
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| | A step closer to hippotherapy in South Charleston
04/29/2010
Steps To Your Dreams, a non-profit foundation based in the South Charleston area, is just steps away from using horses as treatment intervention for individuals with disabilities.
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| | So. Charleston events: Mother's Day Tea & Carriage Tour, etc.
04/29/2010
South Charleston's Heritage Commission will host a Mother's Day Tea and Carriage Tour on May 9. The swimming pool has extended its membership discount deal. Southeastern High School's FCCLA chapter cleans up at state leadership conference.
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| | Obituaries
04/29/2010
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| | A trio of garden opportunities in Mount Sterling
04/27/2010
Here's the dirt on three garden-related opportunities in the village. One is new; the others are tried and true. All involve homegrown and homemade produce and goods.
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| | "Rockin' on the Run" aims to raise brain tumor awareness
04/27/2010
"Rockin' on the Run," a 5K walk/run and family day set for May 22 at the Madison County Fairgrounds, will raise money and awareness for brain tumor research, treatment and family support.
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| | Community Calendar
04/21/2010
Found out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Getting back to nature
04/22/2010
"Natural play areas are places where you can go off trail and explore the forest, creek and field," said Metro Parks Naturalist Jill Snyder.
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| | West Jeff Schools show features art, music and food
04/22/2010
Jefferson Local Schools will host their annual arts festival in combination with a chicken and noodle dinner on May 6 at West Jefferson High School, 1 Roughrider Dr.
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| | More letters to the editor: London City Schools levy
04/21/2010
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| | More letters to the editor: Madison-Plains Schools levy
04/21/2010
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| | Photos: Littlest winners in County Bicentennial Pageant
04/21/2010
Winners named in Madison County Bicentennial Pageant.
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| | April 28: London Middle School official groundbreaking
04/20/2010
While work has already started at the new London Middle School site, district leaders will make it official with a groundbreaking at 8:30 a.m. April 28.
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| | Chamber's Community Expo offers free fun for all ages
04/20/2010
The Madison County Chamber of Commerce will hold its fifth annual Community Expo from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 1 at London Elementary School, 380 Elm St. (Route 38).
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| | Levy would restore Sheriff's Office staffing levels
04/20/2010
"Since 2007-08, we have lost the equivalent of six full-time staff due to reductions in the county budget," said Madison County Sheriff Jim Sabin.
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| | Students honor Nathan Elfrink's memory with tree planting
04/20/2010
A Prairie Fire flowering crabapple now stands in memory of Nathan Elfrink, a West Jefferson boy who died Feb. 26 after a long battle with brain cancer.
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| | There's more to mow as West Jefferson grows
04/20/2010
West Jefferson Village Council is purchasing mowers to tackle a growing work load.
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| | Renewal levy benefits people with developmental disabilities
04/16/2010
The Madison County Board of Developmental Disabilities (MCBDD) is asking voters to renew a 1.3-mill levy for another five years. The issue appears on the May 4 primary election ballot.
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| | Funky style show raises money for cancer research
04/16/2010
For a style show with a smart-alecky twist, attend "Maxine Explores the World of Fashion" at 7 p.m. April 30 at the Madison County Senior Center, 280 W. High St., London.
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| | Community Calendar
04/14/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Volunteer opportunities in Madison County 2010
04/14/2010
Madison County is full of opportunities to volunteer time or donate materials.
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| | Primary Election: Three in primary for commissioner seat
04/14/2010
Michael Boerger, David Dhume and Eric Schooley are running in the May 4 primary election for the Republican bid for Madison County commissioner.
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| | April 23: Hospital Auxiliary's countywide bake sale
04/14/2010
The 44th annual Madison County Hospital Auxiliary Bake-Nic will sell homemade goodies April 23 at various sites around the county.
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| | Letters to the Editor
04/14/2010
Readers share their opinions about Madison-Plains Local Schools bond levy and London City Schools income tax renewal.
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| | St. Patrick auction and dinner set for May 1
04/14/2010
The St. Patrick Parish & School dinner and auction, titled "Gold Rush," will start at 5:30 p.m. May 1 at Choctaw Lake Lodge.
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| | County's bicentennial queens
04/14/2010
A bicentennial queens pageant was held recently in honor of Madison County's 200th birthday.
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| | Movie Review: Two comedians fail to make movie magic
04/14/2010
Tina Fey is funny. Steve Carell is very funny. But is the movie starring these lovely comedians equally as hilarious? The short answer is â€no, of course not,’ but “Date Night” does have its fun moments.
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| | Obituaries
04/14/2010
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| | Madison-Plains hires new treasurer
04/13/2010
The Madison-Plains Board of Education hired a new treasurer at a special meeting on April 7.
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| | Londonopoly sales will benefit Parents of Autistic Children
04/13/2010
Parents of Autistic Children (PAC), a new non-profit in the making, is raising money to open a play area and learning center in London designed specifically for children with autism and sensory disorders.
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| | Jefferson Township on ballot with fire and EMS levy
04/13/2010
On May 4, Jefferson Township residents, including residents of the Village of West Jefferson, will vote on an 11-mill replacement levy for fire and emergency medical services provided by Jefferson Township Fire Department.
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| | Shekinah's play gets a little loony
04/13/2010
It's been six years since Shekinah Christian School put on a spring play. Students are breaking the hiatus with a three-act comedy titled "The Curious Savage." Performances are set for April 23-24.
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| | Car up for grabs in Highway Patrol program
04/13/2010
Helping young motorists hone their driving skills is the idea behind an incentive program the Ohio Highway Patrol has offered to West Jefferson High School students.
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| | Renewal levy: West Jeff Schools hope history repeats itself
04/13/2010
Will Jefferson Local School District voters once again renew a quarter-century-old operating levy May 4? Superintendent William Mullett hopes so.
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| | West Jeff school board debates use of senior surveys
04/13/2010
At a three-hour work session on April 7, Jefferson Local school board members discussed post-graduate interviews, staff, student and community surveys, and the senior survey as a means of generating feedback on district performance.
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| | What to do when winter messes with extracurriculars?
04/13/2010
It was 60 degrees outside, but the talk inside at the April 12 Jonathan Alder school board meeting involved snow days.
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| | Community Calendar
04/08/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Titanic exhibit leaves lasting memories
04/09/2010
Exhibition at COSI looks at artifacts and passengers' stories recovered from the shipwrecked liner.
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| | Madison-Plains performs "Play On" April 15-18
04/07/2010
"We've had a lot of laughs in rehearsal," said Scott Spohler, director of Madison-Plains High School's production of "Play On," a play-within-a-play that follows the trials and tribulations of a community theater group.
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| | Bids for Keny Blvd. extension come in far lower than expected
04/08/2010
The city plans to extend Keny Boulevard one mile from Lafayette Street (U.S. Route 42) to Elm Street (State Route 38), near London City Schools' main campus.
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| | Windy day at Raider Relays track meet
04/08/2010
On April 3, 12 schools competed in the girls’ division and 13 in the boys’ division of London High School’s Red Raider Relays.
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| | Quartet's show benefits Relay for Life
04/08/2010
The Music Men of London are scheduled to fill the Mustardseed Cafe in West Jefferson with barbershop harmony at 7 p.m. April 17.
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| | Easter photos
04/08/2010
Fun photos of Easter festivities in West Jefferson, Mount Sterling and Plain City.
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| | Letters to the Editor
04/08/2010
Letter writers share their thoughts on the postal service and the Madison-Plains school levy.
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| | Master Gardeners share helpful hints for yard and garden
04/08/2010
Learn how to attract butterflies to your yard, plant container gardens, grow vegetables, incorporate tropical plants in your landscape, and more---all from Madison County gardening experts.
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| | Obituaries
04/08/2010
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| | They're singin' in the rain at Jonathan Alder
04/06/2010
Weather plays a part --- in more ways than one --- in Jonathan Alder's production of "Singin' in the Rain."
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| | Sidner resigns from West Jefferson Council
04/06/2010
Eugene O. Sidner, who has served on West Jefferson Village Council for 18.5 years, is stepping down to spend more time with his family.
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| | London swimming pool will open this summer
04/06/2010
London City Council did not plan to open the municipal pool this summer due to budget cuts, but recent donations from local businessmen led to a reversal of that decision at council's April 1 meeting.
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| | MATCO plans public open house at new facility
04/06/2010
MATCO Services is up and running in its new location at 204 Maple St. in London. MATCO provides job opportunities, life skills assistance, and therapy services for adults with disabilities.
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| | Community Calendar
03/31/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Safe Routes to School: What do you think?
03/31/2010
How can we get more kids riding their bikes or walking to school? That's what members of Safe Routes To Schools committees in Plain City and London hope to learn at public input meetings this month.
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| | â€Death by Dessert’ in South Charleston
03/31/2010
"Death by Dessert"---Is there any better way to go? Audiences can decide for themselves when the South Charleston Opera House Players put on this comedic murder mystery April 9-10 and April 16-17
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| | Levy request a first in library's 122-year history
03/31/2010
The Clark County Public Library is on the ballot for the first time in its 122-year history.
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| | Grief support group starts April 15 in Mount Sterling
03/31/2010
Called "GriefShare," the 13-week pro-gram is free, non-denominational, and open to anyone who is suffering the loss of a loved one.
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| | Red Cross selects Madison County's Hometown Heroes
03/31/2010
The American Red Cross in Madison County will honor four residents as Hometown Heroes during a breakfast ceremony on May 13 at Der Dutchman Restaurant in Plain City:
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| | Mount Sterling's Women's Wellness Day focuses on the heart
03/31/2010
"Take control and love your heart." That’s the theme of the Mount Sterling Community Center's third annual Women’s Wellness Day, set for 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 24.
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| | Obituaries
03/31/2010
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| | Free dance lessons in Plain City
03/29/2010
To help the community prepare for the upcoming Plain City Big Band Dance, the Friends of Plain City Public Library are offering free swing dance lessons at the library.
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| | Community Calendar
03/25/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Southeastern Spring Sports Preview
03/26/2010
Photos and schedules for Southeastern High School's baseball, softball, girls track, boys track and tennis teams.
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| | Elementary students perform "Cinderella"
03/25/2010
A cast of 23 third- and fourth-graders will perform "Cinderella" at Plain City Elementary twice on March 25.
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| | Madison-Plains Spring Sports Preview
03/25/2010
Photos and schedules for Madison-Plains High School's baseball, softball, girls track and boys track teams.
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| | London Spring Sports Preview
03/25/2010
Photos and schedules for London High School's baseball, softball, girls track, boys track and boys tennis teams.
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| | West Jefferson Spring Sports Preview
03/25/2010
Photos and schedules for West Jefferson High School's baseball, softball, track and tennis teams.
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| | Shekinah Baseball Preview
03/25/2010
Photo and schedule for Shekinah Christian School's baseball team.
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| | Jonathan Alder Spring Sports Preview
03/25/2010
Photos and schedules for Jonathan Alder High School's baseball, softball, girls track, boys track and tennis teams.
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| | London's Baker one of 12 "Women You Should Know"
03/25/2010
Gail Baker, a London resident and executive director of the Central Ohio Restaurant Association, is one of 12 outstanding women leaders selected for the "Women You Should Know" (WELD) 2010 calendar.
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| | Names in the News
03/25/2010
People from London, Plain City, Mount Sterling and West Jefferson are doing good things.
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| | Letter: Thousands raised locally for relief efforts in Haiti
03/25/2010
With so many sad or disheartening stories we hear every day or read in the media, I would like to share some really positive things folks in Madison County are doing.
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| | Obituaries
03/25/2010
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| | Bicentennial committee plans for time capsule
03/23/2010
The City of London will be 200 years old next year. A celebration planning committee wants to commemorate the milestone with a time capsule, among other events.
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| | Community Calendar
03/17/2010
Find out what's going on in and around Madison County.
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| | London High School athletic director resigns
03/17/2010
On March 15, London school board members voted 5-0 to accept the resignation of Terry Nance, London High School's athletic director, effective at the end of his contract in July. Prior to the vote, three individuals addressed the board about Nance's resig
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| | Madison-Plains treasurer submits resignation
03/17/2010
Madison-Plains Local Schools Treasurer Scott Hiles submitted his resignation just prior to the start of the March 16 Madison-Plains school board meeting.
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| | Theatre renovations stick with art deco feel
03/17/2010
George Peyton clearly remembers his first trip to see a movie without his parents. He and his friends saw "Godzilla vs. The Smog Monster" at the London State Theatre. They ate popcorn and drank Coke using Twizzlers as straws.
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| | Letters to the Editor
03/17/2010
Letter-writers weigh in on Sheriff's Department levy, a former London School Board member, London City Schools' renewal levy and Terry Nance's resignation.
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| | WJ council tables cell phone legislation
03/17/2010
West Jefferson Council opted not to vote on a proposed policy for reimbursing certain employees who use personal cell phones for village business. Council tabled the proposal at its March 15 meeting.
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| | Fairhaven leader earns accolades
03/17/2010
Peg Johnson's passion is helping children with disabilities to succeed throughout life.
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| | Easter Egg Hunts
03/17/2010
Find out when Madison County's egg hunts are scheduled.
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| | Remember When: London hoopsters 100 years ago
03/17/2010
Check out who played basketball for London High School 100 years ago.
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| | Comic book writer will visit London Library
03/17/2010
The public will get the inside scoop on what it's like to be a comic book writer when Sean McKeever and friends visit London Public Library at 7 p.m. March 24.
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| | Obituaries
03/17/2010
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| | Top awards go to London student and teacher
03/16/2010
Tyler Dickerson is the fourth student in London High School history to be named a National Merit Finalist. London teacher Ben McCoy earned a statewide award for excellence in technology/engineering instruction.
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| | Renovated London movie theater reopens
03/16/2010
After a year of remodeling, George and Betty Peyton, the new owners of the London State Theater, 69 S. Main St., are bringing the movies back to Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
03/10/2010
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| | $100,000 goes to hospital's breast health services
03/10/2010
The Columbus affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure has approved a $100,000 grant for the Madison County Hospital Foundation for breast cancer screening, treatment and educational services.
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| | County spelling bee: "Gelid" is winning word
03/10/2010
Madison-Plains Middle School student Anthony Arnold wins 2010 Madison County Spelling Bee.
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| | Fund-raiser will help with funeral expenses
03/10/2010
Michael Gram, 26, died March 5 in Lilly Chapel in a traffic accident. His family does not have life insurance. Friends and family will hold a fund-raiser on March 14 to raise money for funeral expenses.
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| | Annual sheep banquet features lamb dinner
03/10/2010
The Madison County Sheep Improvement Committee will hold its annual banquet at 6:30 p.m. March 15 at St. Patrick School, 226 Elm St., London.
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| | Remember When: Blasting tree stumps on the farm
03/10/2010
The scene shows two men preparing to remove stumps from a field before planting. Their choices were to burn the stumps or blow them up with dynamite.
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| | Names in the news
03/10/2010
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| | Community Calendar
03/10/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | West Jeff grad competes at synchronized skating nationals
03/09/2010
Jessica Swartz, a 2006 West Jefferson High School graduate, wrapped up her synchronized ice skating career at Miami University on March 6 at the U.S. National Championships in Minneapolis.
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| | New high school curriculum features longer day, fewer periods
03/09/2010
Beginning this fall, students at Jonathan Alder High School will have a longer school day and one less class period.
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| | Alder board reviews five-year financial forecast
03/09/2010
On March 8, Jonathan Alder school board members reviewed the district's five-year financial forecast.
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| | West Jeff teacher mentors adapt to new licensing rules
03/09/2010
A friendly face and guiding hand make transitions easier for new teachers, whether they are fresh out of college or arriving with years of experience.
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| | Farm toy show raises Madison-Plains scholarship money
03/09/2010
The Madison-Plains Young Farmers hosted their annual toy show on March 7.
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| | Madison County represents at state wrestling tourney
03/09/2010
Of the 12 wrestlers Madison County sent to the state tournament, seven made it to the medals podium.
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| | West Jeff Library hosts prom dress giveaway
03/08/2010
Hurt-Battelle Memorial Library in West Jefferson is offering an alternative to prom shopping at the malls.
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| | Community Calendar
03/03/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Tolles takes culinary bronze on state stage
03/03/2010
On Feb. 22, students from Tolles Career and Technical Center in Plain City competed in the ProStart Invitational, the premier competition for high school culinary arts students in Ohio.
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| | Jeffersonians want to keep rent fees
03/03/2010
Jeffersonian Senior Citizens Center Inc. is like many of its members these days—working hard to make ends meet.
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| | Letters to the Editor
03/03/2010
Residents share their two cents about using snow fences for savings and safety, the work of good samaritans in snow storms, a stolen Lions gavel, and school levies.
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| | Remember When: Midway School Class of 1944
03/03/2010
At one time, the school in Midway was a high school. This composite comes from the school’s Class of 1944.
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| | Obituaries
03/03/2010
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| | Jonathan Alder bowlers win Central District title
03/02/2010
On March 27, Jonathan Alder's second-year bowling team won the Central District title, tallying a 4,464 total pinfall to Walnut Ridge's 4,251 and Hartley's 4,227.
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| | 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.
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| | Nathan Elfrink passes away
03/01/2010
Nathan "Nate" Elfrink, the boy from West Jefferson who captured the hearts of people around the globe, passed away Feb. 26.
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| | Community Calendar
02/24/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Bicentennial Pageant celebrates county's 200th year
02/26/2010
In honor of Madison County's bicentennial this year, the Canaan Pathfinders 4-H and Cloverbud Club will host a Bicentennial queens pageant on April 10 in the Floral Building at the Madison County Fairgrounds in London.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Push is on for school-sanctioned soccer at LMS
02/24/2010
The push is on for school-sanctioned soccer at London Middle School.
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| | Obituaries
02/24/2010
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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).
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
02/17/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
02/17/2010
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| | 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.
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| | Photos: Winter Blast
02/17/2010
Check out these pictures from February's snow storms.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
02/03/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
02/03/2010
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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."
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Special Olympics: Top athlete, coach, volunteer and group
01/26/2010
These Tigers were certainly on the prowl for Special Olympics excellence.
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
01/20/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Obituaries
01/20/2010
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| | 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.
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| | Business goings-on in West Jefferson
01/19/2010
Village council members discuss potential businesses, as well as new and expanding businesses in town.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
01/06/2010
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | 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.
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| | West Jeff trumps Fisher Catholic
01/13/2010
The Roughriders beat Fisher Catholic 59-49 in a Jan. 12 matchup.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Letters to the Editor
01/13/2010
Find out what's on the minds of your fellow Messenger readers.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Obituaries
01/06/2010
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Broadcasting live from WMSS
01/06/2010
How do you inspire young people? Amplify them.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
12/29/2009
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Surveys seek perception of schools
12/29/2009
What is your perception of Southeastern Local Schools and how can the district best serve students?
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| | 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.
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| | Obituaries
12/29/2009
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
12/23/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
12/23/2009
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Township trustees take oath of office
12/23/2009
Madison County's newly elected township trustees are sworn in.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
12/16/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
12/16/2009
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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 fro
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
12/09/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
12/09/2009
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
12/02/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
12/02/2009
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Relay For Life gears up now for 2010
12/02/2009
It's never too early to start fighting for a good cause.
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| | 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.
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| | Southeastern Winter Sports Preview
12/02/2009
Stories, photos and schedules on Southeastern High School's boys basketball and girls basketball teams.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
11/24/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
11/24/2009
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| | 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.
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| | London Winter Sports Preview
11/24/2009
Stories, photos and schedules for London High School's boys basketball, girls basketball and wrestling teams.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Shekinah Winter Sports Preview
11/24/2009
Stories, photos and schedules for Shekinah Christian School's boys basketball and girls basketball teams.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Drama on the rebound at Madison-Plains
11/24/2009
One way to get back on your feet is to "break a leg."
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Military news briefs
11/24/2009
News about local military personnel
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| | 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.
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| | Letters to the Editor
11/24/2009
Farmer's daughter is glad Issue 2 passed. London Middle School students appreciate soldier's visit.
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| | Community Calendar
11/18/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
11/18/2009
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| | Alder's Mahon will play Div. I baseball in Indiana
11/19/2009
Jonathan Alder baseball has an Ace up its sleeve.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Buckeyes are Rose Bowl bound
11/17/2009
In an overtime nail biter, Ohio State took down the Iowa Hawkeyes.
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| | 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.
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| | Tolles hosts health fair for people and pets Nov. 18
11/16/2009
The free event is open to the public and their pets.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
11/11/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
11/11/2009
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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 f
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | West Jeff's winning Halloween costumes
11/04/2009
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
11/04/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | 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.
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| | Obituaries
11/04/2009
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| | 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.
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| | 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?
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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?
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
10/28/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
10/28/2009
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| | Community Calendar
10/22/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Dial 311 day or night for West Jeff info
10/22/2009
Need a phone number for a West Jefferson village office? Call 311.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Plain City News
10/22/2009
Lions donate to fire department, churches start food drive, and resident wins volunteer award
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | West Jeff beats Harvest Prep
10/22/2009
Victory takes Rough Riders to 7-1 record.
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| | 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.
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| | Obituaries
10/22/2009
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
10/14/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Letters to the Editor: Madison-Plains school levy
10/14/2009
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| | 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.
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| | West Jeff beats Millersport
10/14/2009
West Jefferson hosted Millersport and beat them 48-0 on Oct. 9.
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| | West Jeff Homecoming
10/14/2009
West Jefferson High School named their 2009 homecoming queen prior to the Oct. 10 football game against Millersport.
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| | 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.
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| | Obituaries
10/14/2009
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| | Trick or Treat times in Madison County
10/12/2009
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| | Obituaries
10/08/2009
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| | Community Calendar
10/08/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Sedalia hog-buying station manager retires
10/08/2009
Tyson Meats has yet to decide the fate of its hog-buying station.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Remember When: Hunt House
10/08/2009
This house, which stood at North Main Street in London, is now part of the Masonic Temple.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | South Charleston: Gingergbread Festival
10/01/2009
The South Charleston Heritage Commission's Gingerbread Festival was held Sept. 27.
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| | 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.
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| | 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."
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | South Charleston news briefs
10/01/2009
Homecoming, breast cancer awareness and community choir practices.
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| | Madison-Plains Eagles' homecoming court
10/01/2009
Madison-Plains High School crowned Sara Oravec as the 2009 homecoming queen.
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| | Mount Sterling Good Ole Days
10/01/2009
Mount Sterling Good Ole Days puts on a great parade.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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
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| | Community Calendar
10/01/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
10/01/2009
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| | 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
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | College Football: OSU vs. USC
09/16/2009
Trojans beat Buckeyes in nail-biter on Sept. 12.
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| | Letter: P&Z in West Jefferson
09/16/2009
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
09/16/2009
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| | Obituaries
09/16/2009
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| | 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).
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| | 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.
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| | Awesome fun at Ox Roast
09/10/2009
West Jefferson's Labor Day weekend festival keeps the crowds happy.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | West Jefferson vs. Madison-Plains football
09/10/2009
West Jefferson takes the win over the Eagles in front of a standing room
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| | Bucks rise above
09/10/2009
Ohio State University comes away with the win over Navy.
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| | 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.
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| | Letter: Prostate cancer support group can help
09/10/2009
I'm writing this letter to the men of Madison County.
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
09/10/2009
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| | Obituaries
09/10/2009
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Southeastern Fall Sports
09/03/2009
Southeastern High School fall sports team photos and schedules
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| | West Jefferson vs. Mechanicsburg
09/03/2009
West Jefferson’s 28-14 win over Mechanicsburg Aug. 28
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| | Five generations
09/03/2009
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| | 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.
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| | Remember When: Golden Lamb Inn
09/03/2009
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| | Obituaries
09/03/2009
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| | West Jefferson Ox Roast schedule of events
09/01/2009
This year's Ox Roast will take place Sept. 5-7.
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| | Millers named Ox Roast parade grand marshals
09/01/2009
Honor goes to longtime festival supporters.
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| | 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.
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| | Candidates ready to run
08/26/2009
Aug. 20 was the filing date for individuals interested in running for public office in Madison County.
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| | 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.
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| | Lilly Chapel Homecoming
08/26/2009
Photos from the event......
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| | High School Marchng Bands
08/26/2009
Getting a look at the local bands.......
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| | 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
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| | Remember When: Apostolic church
08/26/2009
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| | The Plains celebrate 40th reunion
08/26/2009
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Obituaries
08/20/2009
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| | Community calendar
08/20/2009
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| | Mt. Sterling Legion donates
08/20/2009
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
08/12/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
08/12/2009
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| | 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.
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| | 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).
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| | Make-n-take shakers
08/05/2009
Using everyday household items, youngsters made musical instruments at London Public Library on Aug. 3.
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| | 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."
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Ox Roast photo contest set
08/05/2009
Peters Photography is sponsoring a photography contest at West Jefferson's Ox Roast.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Back to School: Mark calendars as schools get back into gear
08/05/2009
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| | Photos Around Town
08/05/2009
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| | 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.
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| | Obituaries
08/05/2009
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | South Charleston Calendar of Events
07/30/2009
Find out what's happening in and around South Charleston.
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| | Remember When: Wanda's Cafe, etc.
07/30/2009
This is South Main Street in London as it looked in the 1960s.
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| | Community Calendar
07/30/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
07/30/2009
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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)
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| | Madison County Fair: The unique and unusual
07/22/2009
Cake decorating, flower designing, tours of the grounds, and more
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
07/22/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Remember When: Midway Cheerleaders
07/22/2009
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| | Obituaries
07/22/2009
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 16-year-olds eligible to give blood
07/16/2009
More Ohioans are now eligible to give the gift of life—blood.
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| | $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.
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| | Alder expands tennis, track and football programs
07/16/2009
Jonathan Alder Schools' athletic programs and staff are expanding.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
07/16/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
07/16/2009
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| | 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)
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| | 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)
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
07/10/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
07/10/2009
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Strawberry Festival: More contest winners
07/01/2009
Awards went to the best bike decorations, strawberry-themed food, toy builders and more.
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| | 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.
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| | 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?
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| | Community Calendar
07/01/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
07/01/2009
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Bobcat population returns to Ohio
06/24/2009
Bobcats are making their way back to the Buckeye state.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
06/24/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
06/24/2009
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| | Madison-Plains will go on ballot in November
06/19/2009
The Madison-Plains Local School District is going on the ballot in November.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Strawberry Festival: Schedule of Events
06/19/2009
The annual festival runs June 24-27 in London's downtown.
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| | 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
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| | Strawberry Festival: Queen's memories will last a lifetime
06/19/2009
I will remember today when I am 80.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Remember When: First grade at Fairfield School in 1929
06/19/2009
This is the first grade class of Fairfield School in 1929-30.
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| | Community Calendar
06/19/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
06/19/2009
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| | 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.
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| | 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."
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Safety Day in West Jefferson
06/10/2009
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
06/10/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
06/10/2009
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Names in the News
06/03/2009
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| | Community Calendar
06/03/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
06/03/2009
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Madison-Plains school construction forums
05/27/2009
The Madison-Plains Local School District is hosting community forums about building a new school facility.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Names in the News
05/27/2009
Check out pictures and info on people around town.
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| | Remember When: Midway School's 1944 basketball squad
05/27/2009
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| | Community Calendar
05/27/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
05/27/2009
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
05/20/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
05/20/2009
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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| | 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.
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 | 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.
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| | Alder sets cheering rules and ditches letter grades
05/14/2009
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 | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Picture This: National Prayer Day
05/14/2009
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 | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Column: There’s a last time for everything
05/14/2009
Creeeeeeaaaaak.
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| | Community Calendar
05/14/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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 | West Jefferson serves Yokumberry Tonic
05/06/2009
People named Lonesome Polecat and Speedy McRabbit could only be found in one place - Dogpatch USA.
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| | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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 | Names in the News
05/06/2009
Find out who's doing what around Madison County.
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 | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
05/06/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
05/06/2009
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | Photo: Tomahawk thrower
04/29/2009
Joey Sheets, 8, from Mount Sterling learns how to toss a tomahawk.
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 | 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.
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| | South Charleston news: Computer classes start
04/29/2009
Houston Library in South Charleston, 5 W. Jamestown St., 937-462-8047, offers many activities.
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 | 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.
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| | Pippin auditions announced
04/29/2009
They’ll have magic to do ... and they want you to be part of it.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Letters to the Editor
04/29/2009
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| | Community Calendar
04/29/2009
Find out what's going on in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
04/29/2009
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| 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.
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 | Online Exclusive: Principal wants to cut 23 minutes from school
04/23/2009
For London Middle School Principal Darren Fillman, less means more.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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| | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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| Merriman sidewalks need attention
04/23/2009
Sidewalk conditions came up before West Jefferson Village Council on April 20.
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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| | Letters to the Editor
04/23/2009
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| | Community Calendar
04/23/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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 | Signs tell responders HELP or OK
04/15/2009
Madison County-London City Health Deptartment program aids homebound folks during emergencies
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Obituaries
04/15/2009
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| 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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| | Letter to the Editor: London will suffer if levy goes down
04/09/2009
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| | Community Calendar
04/09/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
04/10/2009
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 | Vermicomposting puts wiggly worms to work
04/10/2009
Friends are surprised to hear I have worms in my laundry room.
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | Pruning improves plant health
04/10/2009
Early spring, before the leaves arrive, is an ideal time for pruning trees and shrubs.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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| Southeastern tennis team grows in numbers & skill
04/03/2009
Southeastern’s tennis players are rounding the bend on the learning curve.
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| 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.
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| Southeastern softball: Former coach honored
04/03/2009
Southeastern's softball season got off to an emotional start.
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| | South Charleston news and events
04/03/2009
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 | 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.
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| | 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.
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 | 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.
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| | Letters to the Editor
04/03/2009
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| | Community Calendar
04/03/2009
Find out what's going on in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
04/03/2009
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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| | Community Calendar
03/25/2009
Find out what's going on in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
03/25/2009
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| Spring Sports Preview: West Jefferson
03/27/2009
Read profiles and view schedules for the Rough Riders' softball, baseball, track and tennis teams.
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| Spring Sports Preview: Jonathan Alder
03/27/2009
Read profiles and view schedules for the Pioneers' tennis, track, softball and baseball teams.
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 | Spring Sports Preview: Shekinah
03/27/2009
Read a profile and view the schedule for the Flames' baseball team.
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| Spring Sports Preview: Madison-Plains
03/27/2009
Read profiles and view schedules for Madison-Plains' softball, baseball and track teams.
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| Spring Sports Preview: London
03/27/2009
Read profiles and view schedules for London's baseball, softball, tennis and track teams.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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| 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."
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 | Peters invited to lecture in China about portrait photography
03/21/2009
Larry Peters' photography has traveled to China. Now, he will, too.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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?
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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| | Community Calendar
03/21/2009
Find out what's going on in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
03/21/2009
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| 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.
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| 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.
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| | 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.
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| 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.
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| | 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.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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| West Jeff farmers market may have new location
03/12/2009
West Jefferson’s farmers market may have a new home this summer.
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| More people are food gardening
03/12/2009
Food gardening is on the rise according to a recent survey by the National Gardening Association.
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| | Community Calendar
03/12/2009
Find out what's going on in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
03/12/2009
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| 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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| | Thinkin' Lincoln
03/04/2009
London Elementary fifth-grader Yudai Hirano displays his entry in the Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Poster Contest.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | Wrestling: Grappling at district tourney
03/04/2009
Jonathan Alder sophomore Bobby Blankenship claimed an 11-9 win over Jake Henderson of Beaver.
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 | MR/DD Month celebrates â€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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
03/04/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
03/04/2009
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | South Charleston pool gears up for swim season
02/26/2009
The South Charleston swimming pool is floating on slightly calmer water this season.
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| School board interviews candidates
02/26/2009
The Southeastern Local Board of Education aims to choose an interim superintendent by early March.
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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 | FFA: There's never a dull moment at Madison-Plains
02/26/2009
At Madison Plains, FFA is one of the biggest programs around.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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| | Column: Addressing increased ag land values and taxes
02/26/2009
Many rural landowners are shocked when they discover the 2008 CAUV values.
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
02/26/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
02/26/2009
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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 | Smithsonian exhibit coming to Madison County
02/19/2009
A national, traveling exhibit about fences will cross Madison County's borders in 2010.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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 | Alder falls to Fairbanks
02/19/2009
Jonathan Alder's girls basketball team played Fairbanks in the first post-season tournament game.
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| | 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.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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 | Horsemen donate to Deercreek Park
02/19/2009
The Madison County Ohio Horsemen's Council presents $1,000 to Deer Creek State Park.
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
02/19/2009
Find out what's going on in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
02/19/2009
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| | 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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| | 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.
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 | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Close game: London vs. West Jefferson
02/12/2009
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| | Community Calendar
02/12/2009
Find out what's going on in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
02/12/2009
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| West Jefferson adds police officer
02/04/2009
The West Jefferson Police Department recently completed the hiring process for its 11th full-time officer.
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| 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.
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 | West Jeff narrowly defeats Harvest Prep
02/04/2009
West Jeff victory spoils Harvest Prep's perfect record.
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| | Community Calendar
02/04/2009
Find out what's going on in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
02/04/2009
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| 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.
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| 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.
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| | Photos: Riders take on Eagles
01/28/2009
The Lady Rough Riders score a victory against the Lady Eagles.
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 | 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.
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| West Jeff Urgent Care closes its doors
01/28/2009
Madison County Hospital closed the Urgent Care of West Jefferson on Jan. 23.
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
01/28/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
01/28/2009
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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| | Names in the News
01/22/2009
West Jefferson coupled engaged; Educational Service Center superintendent named; Chobo on Chamber board.
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 | Photos: Cold weather comes a-calling
01/22/2009
Temperatures dip into the negatives.
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 | Generosity abounds
01/22/2009
Shriners donate to hospital's pediatrics unit. Insurance company helps hospice.
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| | 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.”
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
01/22/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
01/22/2009
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| 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.
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 | 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.”
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 | 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.
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 | West Jeff boys play Harvest Prep
01/14/2009
West Jefferson loses hard-fought battle against Harvest Prep, 76-63.
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
01/14/2009
Find out what's going on in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
01/14/2009
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 | 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.
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 | Veterans Field has new owners
01/07/2009
Veterans Field in Mount Sterling is under new ownership.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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 | Around Town: Photos
01/07/2009
First baby of the New Year; Walmart donates to HELP House; Cub Scouts give toys.
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
01/07/2009
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
01/07/2009
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| 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.
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| 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.
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 | Photos: Post-holiday hoops
12/29/2008
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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 | Photos: Around Town
12/29/2008
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| | 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.
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| | Letter: Legion ladies say thanks
12/29/2008
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| | Community Calendar
12/29/2008
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
12/29/2008
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| 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.
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 | DARE: 20 years strong
12/22/2008
Lt. Teena Gallagher of the Madison County Sheriff�s Office has a purpose in life.
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 | 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.
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| | 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."
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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| | Column: Watch what you put on Internet
12/22/2008
Imagine not getting a job because of something you did over spring break.
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| | Community Calendar
12/22/2008
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
12/22/2008
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| | 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.
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 | Getting all dolled up
12/19/2008
Emogene Rubadue calls her basement “Santa’s workshop,” and rightly so.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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| London City Schools hires construction liaison
12/19/2008
John N. Cornette, London City Schools’ new construction liaison, comes highly recommended.
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| | 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.
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 | 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.
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| National Guard teaches history at WJ for a day
12/19/2008
Sometimes, learning needs to be three-dimensional.
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 | 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.
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| | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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."
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
12/19/2008
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
12/19/2008
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| 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.
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 | Mount Sterling: Christmas in the Village
12/10/2008
Mount Sterling celebrated Christmas in the Village on Dec. 7.
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 | 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.
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| City might lay off personnel to balance budget
12/10/2008
The City of London is stuck between a rock and a hard place.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | Photos: Around Town
12/10/2008
Food pantries receive donations, and Dr. James Herman gets Friends of Township award.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
12/10/2008
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
12/10/2008
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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| | WJ revamps village worker insurance
12/04/2008
West Jefferson Village Council voted Dec. 1 on two ordinances that will affect village employees' benefits.
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
12/06/2008
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
12/06/2008
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | Bucks dominate Wolverines
11/25/2008
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| 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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 | Photos: The Spirit of Giving
11/25/2008
Many groups have found ways to give back to the community.
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| | Letter to the editor
11/25/2008
Reader says London needs to tighten its belt
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
11/25/2008
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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| Old-fashioned fun in London
11/22/2008
London’s Old Fashioned Christmas will take place from 5 to 9 p.m. Dec. 1.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | Christmas events
11/22/2008
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| 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
11/22/2008
Find out what's going on in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
11/22/2008
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| 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.
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| 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.
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| 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).
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| 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.
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| Women can network at â€Spa Day’
11/13/2008
Part networking opportunity, part fundraiser, the Women Helping Women Spa Day t is back for a second year.
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 | 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.
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 | Alder’s fall play is â€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."
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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| | Letters to the Editor
11/13/2008
Kambree’s Kids expands to include local charities.
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| | Community Calendar
11/13/2008
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
11/13/2008
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| 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.
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 | Students run the town
11/07/2008
CEOs earn $9. CFOs earn $8.50. All other employees get $8.
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| | 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.
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| Technology abounds at WJ Schools
11/07/2008
Jefferson Local Schools has put technological innovation to work.
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| | 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.
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| Election results: Zoning and levies pass
11/07/2008
Monroe Township is no longer the only Madison County township without zoning.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | Photos: Halloween costume winners
11/07/2008
The West Jefferson Community Association's annual Halloween Contest was held Oct. 30 at Norwood Elementary.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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| | 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.
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 | Remember When: Timber frame barn raising
11/07/2008
A group of gentlemen construct a timber frame barn with wooden pegs.
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| | Community Calendar
11/07/2008
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
11/07/2008
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 | OPOTA students take â€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.
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| Breast care center dedicated
10/30/2008
Battelle and Madison County Hospital have joined together in the fight against breast cancer in Madison County.
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 | 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.
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 | Girls play, too, in "Treasure Island"
10/30/2008
Swords, pirates, and buried treasure - sometimes guys have all the fun.
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| | 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:
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 | 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.
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| | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | Photo: Fairhaven salutes Old Glory
10/30/2008
Fairhaven School received the gift of a new flagpole and flag.
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 | Photos: Scary stories at the gazeboo
10/30/2008
West Jefferson hosts a first-time, family-friendly Halloween event at the downtown gazebo.
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| Voters Guide
10/30/2008
Learn about the candidates for U.S. Congress.
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 | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | South Charleston: Events
10/30/2008
Find out what's going on in and around South Charleston the month of November.
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| | Paws & Pals dinner slated
10/30/2008
The Humane Society of Madison County recently announced the recipients of this year’s Bonsai Awards.
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 | 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.
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 | Photos: OSU vs. Penn State
10/30/2008
The Buckeyes can't take down the Nittany Lions.
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| | Community Calendar
10/30/2008
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
10/30/2008
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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| 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
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| 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.
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| | 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.
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| 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.
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| 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."
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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| 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."
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| 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.
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| Voters Guide
10/24/2008
Learn about the candidates running for state representative (84th district), Madison County coroner, and Madison County engineer.
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 | 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.
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| Photo: Donations made to West Jeff marching band
10/24/2008
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| 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.
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| 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
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 | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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 | Remember When: Sawmill in Madison County
10/24/2008
This picture shows a sawmill operation that was somewhere in Madison County.
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| | Community Calendar
10/24/2008
Find out what's going on in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
10/24/2008
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| | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | Photos: West Jefferson vs. London girls soccer
10/16/2008
Two Madison County teams go at it in regular and sectional tournament play.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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 | Mt. Sterling Center adds programs
10/16/2008
The Mount Sterling Community Center continues to add new programs for children and adults.
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 | Photos: Motors in Mount Sterling
10/16/2008
Motorcycle enthusiasts gather at Mount Sterling Community Center.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | Photos: West Jefferson blanks Millersport
10/16/2008
The Roughriders romp to victory with a 55-0 game against Millersport on Oct. 10.
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| Voters Guide
10/16/2008
Read about the candidates for Madison County commissioner, prosecutor, clerk of courts, and treasurer.
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 | 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.
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| | Column: Don’t let economy get you down; rise above
10/16/2008
The economy continues to mercilessly bear down on central Ohio.
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| | 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.
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| Photos: London and West Jefferson boys' soccer
10/16/2008
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 | Photos: OSU takes the win against Purdue
10/16/2008
Buckeyes continue their Big 10 winning streak with a 16-3 victory over Purdue.
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| | Community Calendar
10/16/2008
Find out what's going on in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
10/16/2008
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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 | London firemen’s rescue efforts are cat’s meow
10/11/2008
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| | 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.
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| | 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?
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| 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.
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| 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.
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| | 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.
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| Storm cleanup continues
10/11/2008
London continues to deal with problems brought on by the Sept. 14 wind storm.
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 | 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.
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 | 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
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| 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.
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| | Photos: London vs. West Jefferson volleyball
10/11/2008
West Jefferson takes the win over in-county opponent, London.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Remember When: Pre-1900 view of Main St.
10/11/2008
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 | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
10/11/2008
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| | Obituaries
10/11/2008
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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 | South Charleston: Gingerbread Festival
10/03/2008
Annual hometown event attracts Civil War reenactors, vendors, and, of course, gingerbread lovers.
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 | 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."
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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| | South Charleston: Calendar of Events
10/03/2008
Find out what's going on at Houston Library, the Opera House and more.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
10/05/2008
Find out what's going on in and around Madison County.
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| Photos: West Jefferson volleyball and football
10/06/2008
The West Jefferson Roughriders celebrate recent victories.
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 | 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.
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| | 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.
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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 | Photos: London plays Hamilton Township
09/26/2008
Athletes get their heads into the game during soccer match between Red Raiders and Rangers.
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 | 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.
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| | Column: In the Garden
09/26/2008
Harvest and enjoy herbs through winter months.
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| | 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
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| | Letters to the Editor
09/26/2008
Readers write about library cards and Beatlemania.
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 | Remember When: Golf Club opened in 1925
09/26/2008
London Country Club in its early days.
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| | Community Calendar
09/26/2008
Find out what's going on in and around Madison County.
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| | Around town: photos
09/26/2008
Blessing of the pets; Jonathan Alder homecoming court; and HELP House craft show.
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| | Obituaries
09/26/2008
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 | Windstorm rips county
09/19/2008
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 | "Idol" winner pursues a dream
09/19/2008
John Crabtree of Plain City says he is "as country as cornbread."
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| | 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.
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 | Shekinah Festival
09/19/2008
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 | Safety Expo
09/19/2008
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 | Riders win
09/19/2008
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| | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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| | Obituaries
09/19/2008
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| | Dancing days are here again
09/19/2008
American Legion Post 417 will host line dance party Sept. 27
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| | 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.
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 | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | 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.......
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| | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Bringing community into the school
09/11/2008
Ever wonder what a typical school day is like these days?
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| | Column: A true believer is born after makeover party
09/11/2008
All Jazzed Up........
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 | Column: HBO"s "True Blood" packs big bite
09/11/2008
The Reel Deal reviews new HBO series......
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 | Photo: Celebrating 45 years of babies
09/11/2008
Celebrating 45 years of babies
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 | Photo: Rough Riders take down Silver Knights
09/11/2008
Rough Riders take down Silver Knights
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 | Photos: Buckeyes pull it off
09/11/2008
Photos of the game between the Buckeyes and Bobcats.....
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| | Community Calendar
09/11/2008
Find a listing of community events here......
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| | Obituaries
09/11/2008
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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 | Ox Roast: Queens are crowned
09/05/2008
Ox Roast royalty is crowned.
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 | Ox Roast: Babies, babies, babies
09/05/2008
Winners are named in the Ox Roast baby contest.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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| | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | Shekinah Fest set for Sept. 13
09/05/2008
The 29th annual Shekinah Festival and Auction is set for Sept. 12-13.
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 | Shekinah is tourney runner-up
09/05/2008
Shekinah Christian School places second in Madison-Plains volleyball tournament.
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 | 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.
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 | Pooches on parade in West Jefferson
09/05/2008
Hurt Battelle Memorial Library in West Jefferson held its first-ever Pooch Parade.
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 | 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.
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| | Letters to the Editor
09/05/2008
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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| | Community Calendar
09/05/2008
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
09/05/2008
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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."
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 | County health commissioner retires
08/30/2008
The Madison County/London City Health District is looking for a new health commissioner.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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| South Charleston Sports: Hayslip returns as goalie
08/30/2008
The girls' soccer team at Southeastern is a study in contrasts.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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| South Charleston Sports: Cheerleaders
08/30/2008
South Charleston's varsity cheerleaders root on the team.
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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| 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?
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 | 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.
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| | 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.
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| | Community Calendar
08/30/2008
Find out what's happening in and around Madison County.
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| | Obituaries
08/30/2008
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| 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."
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 | Photos: Lilly Chapel Homecoming
08/21/2008
Trinity United Methodist Church hosts its 25th Lilly Chapel Homecoming.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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 | Truck driver's extra pasta benefits London groups
08/21/2008
A shipping error put plenty of spaghetti in pots around London.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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| | 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.
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 | Ox Roast Preview: Schedule of Events
08/21/2008
West Jefferson's fall festival is set for Friday, Aug. 29 through Monday, Sept. 1.
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 | 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.
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| 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.
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 | 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.
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 | Names in the News
08/21/2008
Wurm and Bluestein to marry; West Jeff Patrol Post troopers honored; Madison-Plains Class of 1983 reunites.
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 | 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.
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