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Watch the 2015 holiday events video

Posted by Fred Steiner on Wednesday, November 11, 2015

Check out the new video announcing the 2015 holiday events taking palce within the Kenton Historic Courthouse district.

The video, from the Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance, is posted below.

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Speedy handiwork

Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, November 10, 2015

If hummingbirds beat their wings 200 times a second, then these percussion players come in a close second with their speedy handiwork on xylophone (Chang Tong) and marimba (CJ Lavengood, Georgia Snelling, Audrey Livingston). Their song received a standing ovation from the 150 people who attended the fall instrumental ensembles concert Monday evening in Presser Hall. The hour-long program also featured the brass ensemble, woodwind choir, horn ensemble, flute choir, and percussion ensemble. (Michael J. Ayers photograph)

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Still time to be a Festival of Trees sponsor

Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, November 10, 2015

The 18th annual Ada Festival of Trees takes place from Sunday through Friday, Nov. 15-20, hosted by Community Health Professionals, 1200 S. Main St., Ada.

SPONSORSHIP FORM AT BOTTOM OF STORY.

Individuals, businesses and organizations are invited to participate in several ways, according to Deb Curlis.

• Decorate a tree or wreath for auction
• Make a holiday decoration for auction
• Donate an item for raffle
• Provide a tray of homemade cookies
• Volunteer as a host or hostess
• Make a monetary donation

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Former ONU all-American Jason Trusnik signs NLF contract with Vikings

Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, November 10, 2015

By Tim Glon

Former Ohio Northern All-American Jason Trusnik is back in the NFL after singing a free agent contract with the Minnesota Vikings on Tuesday.

Trusnik is an 8-year veteran of the National Football League after spending two seasons with the New York Jets, two seasons with the Cleveland Browns and three seasons with the Miami Dolphins.

He was released by the Carolina Panthers on the final cut down day this September.

In 109 career NFL games, Trusnik has 220 tackles, 3.5 sacks and two fumble recoveries and an interception as a linebacker and on special teams.

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4th grade developmental basketball leagues planned

Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, November 10, 2015

Bluffton Family Recreation will offer 4th grade boys and girls development basketball leagues this winter, according to Joseph Beagle, director.

The leagues will play in separate boys and girls divisions on Saturdays from Jan. 9, 2016, to Feb. 13, 2016. Times are subject to change.

Registration is $250 per team. Registration takes place through Dec. 31. Persons wanting more details may contact BFR at 419-358-4150. All games will be played at BFR, 215 Snider Road, Bluffton.

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6th grade tip off tourney team registration underway

Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, November 10, 2015

Bluffton Family Recreation is accepting team registrations for its sixth grade boys’ and girls’ tip-off basketball tournament held in December, according to Joseph Beagle, BFR director.

Boys’ division games are from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 12. Girls’ division games are from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 13. All games are played at BFR, 215 Snider Road, Bluffton.

Registration fee is $300 per team and registrations are accepted until Nov. 30.

These tournaments have an eight-team limit. Three games are guaranteed. Early rounds will be fast-paced, cross-court format.

Championship and semi-final games are played on a full court.

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