OCT 29 MEDIA RELEASE__ON Saturday, November 8, from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m., County Line Church is turning its grounds into a place for families to laugh, play and make fall memories together. The church will host its first-ever Fall Fest, with the whole community invited to join in.
From bounce houses and hayrides to caramel corn and games, there’s something for everyone—and it's all completely free.
"We love this community, and this event is just one small way to give back," said Pastor Chris, the Sr. Pastor. "We hope families will come out, have fun and feel right at home."
The 2025 OHSAA High School football playoffs kicked off Friday night, October 31, with round one games in all divisions. In Division VII, Region 26, the Pandora-Gilboa Rockets (7 seed) hosted Blanchard Valley Conference foe Arlington (10 seed) for a rematch. In the regular season, the Rockets won 24-14 in Arlington. In the playoffs, the Rockets made it two-for-two, pulling away in the second half for a 42-20 win.
"It's true, Virginia, lights don't grow on trees!" Including the Blaze of Lights display at the corner of Cherry St. and Main. Volunteers are needed for set-up on Saturday, November 1, starting at 8:30 a.m. On Saturday, Nov 22 the Ream Display figures will be put up by more volunteers. Organizers note, "Any bit of time a person can show up would be a huge help!"
FROM FACEBOOK__Anna Jacomet, co-owner and yoga instructor at Jacomet's Martial Arts, 121 S Main St., has graduated with a certification as an Ayurveda Specialist.
Jacomet has gone beyond 250-hour teaching certification to complete a total of 550 hours to achieve the Ayurveda Specialist certification.
OCT 28 MEDIA RELEASE__Deborah Yoder '23, communications manager for the Coalition to Dismantle the Doctrine of Discovery, will present "Loving Our Indigenous Neighbors" during Bluffton University's Forum at 11 a.m. on Nov. 11 in Yoder Recital Hall.
Yoder will examine how working for systemic change and justice, particularly on behalf of Indigenous communities, can be a powerful expression of love and advocacy rooted in faith.
