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Shelby County Fair opens for 164th year
SIDNEY — The 164th Shelby County Fair opened on Sunday with the Houston High School Wildcat Marching Band playing the National Anthem, led by Emily Barga, and Scout Troops 97, 5097 and 95 raising the American flag. County Commissioners Bob Guillozet and Julie Ehemann were in attendance, along with...
Photo: Shelby County Fair starts Sunday
Jr. Fair Board member Spencer Knouff, left, of Fort Loramie, watches as Liam Phillips, of Sidney, cuts a piece of wood on Friday. Phillips was competing in “Measuring Up” in woodworking at the Shelby County Fairgrounds. The Shelby County Fair opens on Sunday and continues through next Saturday.
Sidney-Shelby County Crime Stoppers looking for information
BOTKINS — The Botkins Police Department along with Sidney-Shelby County Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public. On June 13 at approximately 6 p.m., an unknown older white male entered the Dollar General store in Botkins, Ohio and gave the clerk a counterfeit $100 bill. The Botkins Police Department is requesting help from the public in identifying this person from the attached photos.
Out of the past: July 19
——- The Sidney Board of Health, chaired by Mayor Nessler, last evening instructed the Sanitary Officer to distribute notices to the people of Sidney to remove all garbage, manure and offal of all kinds from the alley and to all persons emptying slops in the alleys to procure a barrel or box and have it emptied once a week.
Board of Elections prepares for November election
SIDNEY — The November general election is fast approaching and the Shelby County Board of Elections has been planning the many steps that must occur to assure a successful election. “In early May, Board members and staff attended a Regional Conference conducted by Ohio’s Secretary of State entitled “Ready...
Shelby County Senior Center senior spotlight: July 2024
Phyllis Cotrell from Fort Loramie has been a member of the Senior Center since 2018. “The people here are always so friendly. I enjoy playing cards, the crocheting group and I really love playing Bingo.”
New information for phone in entries for Shelby County Fair
Sidney, OH — Phone in entries for the Shelby County Fair in Sidney, Ohio, should be called in to 513.594.7606. This is a change to the Huff’s Guide. Enter Saturday and Sunday for racing next Tuesday and Wednesday at the Shelby County Fair in Sidney, Ohio.
Out of the past: July 17
——- For Rent: House of six rooms at $5 per month. Apply to W.H.C. Goode. – Advertisement. I.H. Thedieck and family, Ben P. Wagner and wife, Louis R. and Miss Berths Wagner went to Quincy this morning, where they will spend a few weeks camping at the Riverside club house.
Sidney-Shelby County Chamber of Commerce accepting nominations for Zenith award
SIDNEY — For 33 years, the Sidney-Shelby County Chamber of Commerce has recognized an individual that has dedicated themselves to a lifetime of community service to Shelby County. The Chamber is now accepting nominations for the 2024 award. The Chamber’s Zenith Award originated in 1990 and has been presented...
Photo: Two vehicle crash
Sidney firefighters speak to a woman in the front passenger side of a vehicle that was involved in a two vehicle crash at the intersection of county road 25a and Mason Road at around 1:25 p.m. on Wednesday. Injuries were reported. The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office and Anna Rescue also responded.
Dickas Pavilion Dedication at Tawawa Park
A ribbon-cutting event was held on Friday, July 5, 2024, at Tawawa Park for the dedication of Dickas Pavilion. Dr. Albert Dickas generously donated and dedicated the structure to his parents as appreciation for enriching his life. Reflecting on his parents' enduring marriage and the values they instilled, Dickas expressed gratitude for their influence.
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