Oberlin grads launch Skritter business amid downturn
Oberlin College alumni George Saines Nick Winter and Scott Erickson formed Skritter to teach Chinese and Japanese characters online. They secured $55,000 in grants, signed university deals, and expect growth as learners log tens of thousands of hours. They aim for long term development rather than a quick exit.
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Litoff Building two day celebration features Stevie Wonder and Bill Cosby
The Litoff Building opening weekend in Oberlin marks Stevie Wonder headlining an 8:30 p.m. May 1 Finney Chapel concert with Oberlin Jazz Studies graduates and faculty. Bill Cosby presents An Evening with Bill Cosby at 8:30 p.m. April 30 in Finney Chapel. Both concerts use lottery tickets for Oberlin community members and overflow venues. Honorary degrees go to Wonder, Cosby, and Camille Cosby at related ceremonies. Dedication is May 1 with open house tours. A pancake breakfast fundraiser and a Black History Month window display highlight the weekend events.
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Oberlin events feature Kaptur talks and community gatherings
U S Rep Marcy Kaptur plans multiple Oberlin appearances Sunday at Oberlin College venues and local groups to discuss Afghanistan Israel Palestine and the Great Recession. Other events include a luncheon, book sale, Grace Lutheran perch dinners, Rotary honors, and a Lady Falcons softball clinic with detailed session times and contact info.
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Wellington and Oberlin News Telegram Notice
Local contact Cindy Leise is urged to send Wellington and Oberlin news items to Chroniclet via phone 329-7245 or email cleise chroniclet dot com for timely publication.
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Police warn elderly on sweepstakes scams across community
Wellington police chief Steve Rollins cautions seniors and supporters to beware sweepstakes fraud schemes that take money with promises of prizes. He notes many complaints, but no charges, and says investigations are difficult. The report also lists multiple local incidents from February including arrests, thefts, and a domestic violence case.
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