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After camel, goat escapes, Cedar Point hit with USDA citations
Roughly two months after several videos depicting animals escaping their enclosures at the Cedar Point petting zoo surfaced, the theme park has been hit with multiple USDA infractions. On June 11, two camels at the Cedar Point petting zoo were released from their enclosure. Days later, on June 15, multiple...
Jake’s Bakery opens in Oak Harbor
A ribbon cutting and grand opening with nearly 30 people in attendance was held on Thursday, Aug. 1, for Jake’s Bakery, now open at 169 Mill St. in Oak Harbor. Jake’s Bakery offers a delightful selection of homemade treats, freshly made every day. Specializing in custom cupcakes, cookies and cakes, Jake’s Bakery is set to become a favorite local spot for sweet indulgences.
Oak Harbor Rockets | Big Board Friday Countdown
OAK HARBOR, Ohio — Oak Harbor overview:. 2023 Record: 12-1 (Advanced to 3rd round of playoffs) Head Coach: Mike May (17th year) Jake Ridener, Senior DL (1st Team All-Ohio) Michael Lalonde, Senior DB (2nd Team All-Ohio) Travis Bouyer, Junior LB (1st Team All-NBC) Gary Brooks, Senior LB (1st Team...
More Critical Repairs Started on Vermilion Harbor Piers
VERMILION, Ohio — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District and its contractor, Chicago-based Architectural Consulting Group, Ltd., have started repairs on another section of the Vermilion Harbor West Pier. Vermilion Harbor’s piers ensure the harbor remains economically viable and able to provide safe access for recreation and...
Cedar Point guests released camels and goats into the park earlier this summer, Feds say
Editor's note: This story has been updated to include a comment on Cedar Point's behalf via a spokesperson. It seems park visitors and not clever camels and goats were behind a pair of daring escapes this summer from a petting zoo at Cedar Point. ...
Island Adventures with Miller Ferry: Your Family’s Put-in-Bay Getaway
Are you ready for an unforgettable family adventure? Every summer, my family makes a cherished trip to Put-in-Bay, and it all starts with the Miller Ferry. For the past 14 years, we’ve relied on Miller Ferry as the best way to get to the island, and it’s become an essential part of our tradition. Whether you’re traveling with grandparents, toddlers, or teenagers, Put-in-Bay has something to offer for all ages.
Oak Harbor football believes window remains open for its prolific offense
Jaqui Hayward, Dalton Witter and four linemen graduated from Oak Harbor’s explosive offensive unit. But senior quarterback Mike LaLonde did not and he believes the Rockets can be even more dangerous with this year’s group. “We’re not going to skip a beat,” LaLonde said. “We still have Carson Ridener. We still have a ton...
Marblehead church to host HALUPKI Festival
MARBLEHEAD - Village folks and visitors will soon smell the cabbage rolls a-cookin’ and hear the lively sounds of polka music at the big 67th Annual HALUPKI Festival www.holyassumptionmarblehead.org. The HALUPKI Festival, a celebration of Carpatho-Russian foods and culture, is presented annually on the third Sunday of August by Holy Assumption Orthodox Church, 114 East Main St. (Ohio 163). This year’s event takesplace from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 18. ...
Fremont Ross Little Giants | Big Board Friday Countdown
FREMONT, Ohio — Fremont Ross overview:. 2023 Record: 4-7 (Made playoffs) Head Coach: Chad Long (9th year) Kaden Mayle, Senior OL (1st Team All-Ohio) Zavier Lopez, Senior OL (1st Team All-NLL) Jayce Frymire, Senior DB (1st Team All-NLL) Zalen Harris, Senior LB (2nd Team All-NLL) 2024 Schedule:. WEEK 2...
Wild Side | Night Herons
CURTICE – Long necks and long legs are the hallmarks of the great blue herons and great egrets we’re used to seeing in our marshes and river rapids. Shorter and lacking both the long neck and legs, black-crowned night herons are also shy and not seen as often. It starts with their nocturnal habits that keep them in the shadows during daylight, revealing themselves only as dusk settles onto our wetlands.
Merl Kardatzke
Merl Lynn Kardatzke, age 87, was born on August 17, 1936 in Elmore, Ohio, the first child of Arlin and Ruth Kardatzke. Merl passed away peacefully on July 20, 2024 in Spring Green, Wisconsin. His life of deep Christian faith was rooted in his upbringing in the Church of God reformation movement and expressed in his life of humbleness and loving care for all. Merl met the love of his life Joan Larmour in 1954 while they were both attending Anderson College in Anderson, Indiana. They were married in Birkenhead, England by her father, the Reverend John Larmour at the...
Thomas E. Galinsky
Thomas E. Galinsky, 70, of Brownhelm, passed away at his home Friday, August 9, 2024 after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. Tom, affectionately known as 'Tommy', was born September 19, 1953 in Oberlin, Ohio, to Janet and Edward Galinsky. He grew up helping milk cows and planting crops at...
Local teams will face stiff challenges this season
In a state that’s obsessed with football, there are going to be plenty of good teams out there. Locally, area schools are facing particularly challenging schedules this season, notably Gibsonburg. Joe Wyant’s crew had one of the toughest schedules in Division VII last year, and this season is no...
Sailors Fall to Falcons in Final Seconds
The Vermilion Sailors traveled south down Vermilion Road, to take on the Firelands Falcons in the annual match for the Stillman Cup. Kicking off the season, the Sailors fell short; as the Falcons prevailed 3-2. After a sluggish first half, the Sailors kicked it into gear and quickly tied the match off of a set piece goal from Wesley Penton. Later in the half, the Sailors took the lead when Penton found fellow captain Zeke Dunn off of a cross. However, the game was not over. Firelands found the equalizer late in the second half, and seconds after, the winner. The Sailors put togeter a strong effort and had several great individual performances, including goalkeeper Caleb German. German stood strong all night and made several camera-worthy saves.
German’s Villa celebrates 40 years with party, surprise comedy roast
It is rare that an event comes to German’s Villa, 3330 Liberty Ave. in Vermilion, without owner Cliff German knowing exactly what will happen. The event center’s “Thrilla in the Villa” on Aug. 10 was one of those rare occasions. Stand-up comedian Jason Lawhead performed at...
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