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State Fiddle Contest Gets Repeat Champion At Stuart’s
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Joe Lautzenheiser used his championship experience and love for “old swing tunes” to fiddle his way to victory at the annual Ohio State Fiddling Contest on Friday night. More than 20 fiddlers took the stage at Stuart’s Opera House, split into four age groups and bound by the same contest rules. Each contestant is given… Read More
Another Fair Week Comes To A Close
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For the 163rd year, the Athens County Fair entertained its attendees with a wide variety offerings, including not only the ever-popular demolition derby, but also Tough Track, Motocross, various tractor pulls and numerous other events. The final day of the fair was Saturday. The biggest event was far and away the Demolition Derby, as was… Read More
New Principal To Lead Alexander Elementary
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Melissa Guffey is slated to take over the position of principal at Alexander Elementary for the 2014-15 school year as Nedra Zirkle retires from her job leading the school. Guffey was hired into the position of assistant principal two years ago in part to “learn the administrative ropes,” which allowed her to get a good… Read More