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Genoa Comets | Big Board Friday Countdown
GENOA, Ohio — Genoa overview:. 2023 Record: 7-4 (Made playoffs) Head Coach: Bill Fisher (3rd year) Alex Spencer, Senior DB (1st Team All-NBC) Dom Lindenberger, Senior LB (2nd Team All-NBC) WEEK 1 8/23 @ Archbold. WEEK 2 8/30 vs. Bowsher. WEEK 3 9/6 vs. Huron. WEEK 4 9/13 @...
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.
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.
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.
Man, woman seriously injured in Tuesday crash
ERIE COUNTY — A Tiffin man and a Republic woman suffered serious injuries from a motorcycle accident Tuesday. The accident occurred at about 11:06 p.m. at the intersection of Mason Road and SR 269, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, in a release. Micah L. Plemens, 29, of...
Commissioners want to cut tax
SANDUSKY — Erie County commissioners are reviewing options for how to return some money to residents facing higher property taxes next year due to the state's mandatory three-year property valuations review. Property values in the southern and central districts of the state have already resulted in valuations that are...
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...
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...
Man convicted in Sandusky murder
SANDUSKY — A jury found a Lorain man guilty on five felony counts, including murder, relating to the 2019 shooting death of a Sandusky resident. Takye Fenderson, 33, was found guilty by a jury on Wednesday on the following counts:. • Two counts of tampering with evidence, each a...
A successful school supply event
FREMONT — Earlier this month, Sandusky County sheriff's deputies and school resource officers Eric Burt and Eric Jordan assisted with a Stuff The Bus event at the Fremont Walmart with the United Way of Sandusky County and the Sandusky County Health Department. It was "an event where we took...
Talk About Woodville: K-9 officer has new role
Back in 2012, an 11-month-old Dutch shepherd by the name of Raider graduated from his law enforcement training and joined the Woodville Police Department as their new police dog. He has been with the department for 12 years, working with his human partner, Steve Gilkerson, now the department’s chief.
Norwalk cruises to night win
NORWALK — The Norwalk High School girls tennis team picked up a non-league win over visiting St. Mary Central Catholic Wednesday night at the Middle School courts. Norwalk (2-0) is slated to host Sylvania Northview Friday night and has its annual doubles tournament on Saturday. In Wednesday’s win, Lydia...
Exhibit highlights fiber artist
PORT CLINTON — The Greater Port Clinton Area Arts Council recently announced an exhibit featuring fiber artist Faith Humphrey Hill. She's best known for portrait artwork that combines knitting and drawing with digital tools. Her work has been collected, exhibited, published and broadcast internationally. Hill received degrees from the...
Fair magic shows entertain audiences
That's what we asked John Bloom of the show Grand Illusions by the Blooms, which is one of the featured acts all week at the Huron County Fair. "We try to do eight to ten fairs a year and we have a Halloween show," said John Bloom, the father of the act.
Norwalk native honored in military event
GREAT LAKES, Ill. - Military service members, including one Norwalk native, were recognized with VIP treatment during an annual event hosted by the Chicago Bears NFL team. The Chicago Bears partnered with the United States Automobile Association for the 2024 Salute to Service day at Halas Hall training centre in Lake Forest. The Chicago Bears and the USAA held the event in honor of service members and veterans.
Banquet goes over big
SANDUSKY — The Firelands Regional Medical Center School of Nursing recently hosted a nursing alumni banquet at the Sandusky Yacht Club. It was for those who went through the program, no matter at Providence Hospital or Firelands Regional Medical Center in Sandusky. There was "lots of fun, good food...
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...
What Happened to Ohio’s Famed Bottomless Blue Hole?
Nestled in the quaint town of Castalia lies a natural wonder that once captivated thousands of visitors each year—the Castalia Blue Hole. This geological marvel, with its strikingly vibrant blue water and mysterious allure, became a beloved tourist destination throughout much of the 20th century. Though the Blue Hole has been closed to the public for nearly three decades, its history and the legends surrounding it continue to intrigue those who long for a glimpse into Ohio’s unique natural heritage.
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