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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 2016
Page
3
The Meigs County Fair runs August 14 to 20 featuring a junior fair parade, crowning of fair royalty, and daily events from animal shows to the kiddie tractor pull. Highlights include demolition derby, music acts, Buckeye Rodeo, tractor and truck pulls, harness racing, and Meigs County’s Got Talent. For full details visit meigscountyfair.com.
The Waterloo Two Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary runs a rehab truck to keep firefighters and other first responders hydrated and cooled at scenes. Donated items fund fuel and gear, with plans to stock coffee in winter and protein snacks for long calls. The unit, active in Athens County and neighboring areas, operates when manpower allows and can serve hikers, hunters, and hazmat scenes as needed.
Overview of fair previews and local ads from 1966 to 1996 editions. Features include the 115th Athens County Fair eight to nine day run, Trans-World Helidrivers show, and Parade of the Hills schedule. Later notes cover Ohio University enrollment rise, local ads at Sea Man’s and Rob ert’s Shops, and archeology tests on East State Street.
At Peace Lutheran Church in Gahanna Ohio members meet monthly for Pub Theology a casual dialogue that mixes beer with scripture. The program draws 40 to 50 people of varied ages and beliefs challenging members to discuss heaven hell and God's existence in a judgment free space led by Rev. Doug Warburton with plans for interfaith guest speakers to broaden perspectives.
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