Friday, May 2nd, 2008
By Shelley Grieshop
Grand Lake area residents may have reached their breaking point.
As gasoline prices rose this week to an all-time high of near $3.60 per gallon, many motorists appear to be driving less, riding bicycles more and contemplating hybrid vehicle purchases. [More]
By Ryan Hines
Thursday was like a showcase game for Laura Homan as the Celina senior proved once again just how important she is for the Bulldogs' softball team.
Homan was near perfect on the mound in another dominating pitching performance and she also jump-started the game-winning rally in a 1-0 win for Celina over Versailles. [More]
Obituaries on May 2nd, 2008
Grace Elizabeth Fullenkamp, daughter of Alan and Stephanie Hartwig Fullenkamp, [More]
Memorial services have been set for Donald Rickard at 11 a.m. May 5, 2008, at Mendon First Church of God, the Rev. Dean Bruce officiating. [More]
Local pictures on May 2nd, 2008
Subscriber stories on May 2nd, 2008
NEW BREMEN - The New Bremen Board of Zoning Appeals Wednesday night approved a variance clearing the way for a factory expansion in the Bunker Hill Industrial Park.
Wright State University-Lake Campus Dean James Sayer said groundbreaking for the $9 million campus expansion and renovation is set for June 18.
"I guarantee you, you will not recognize the Lake Campus once this is complete," Sayer said of the 12- to 15-month long project.
COLDWATER - Two Coldwater Elementary employees were recently honored for their dedication and service to the schools and children.
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NEW BREMEN - Village councilors will be taking an upcoming special meeting outdoors to commemorate the 175th anniversary of the community's founding.
COLDWATER - Getting out to the fast start is never a bad thing.
Coldwater scored three times in the bottom of the first and added another run in the second en route to a 7-3 win over Marion Local in Midwest Athletic Conference play at Lady Cav Diamond.
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
St. Henry stayed in contention for the Midwest Athletic Conference crown with a 5-2 win at Minster on Thursday.
The Redskins even their overall record at 7-7, but go to 4-1 in league play while the Wildcats drop to 4-7 this spring and 1-4 in the MAC.