Famer council member struck during Indians game
Willard resident and former city council member Solon Kousma was hit in the face by a line drive during Indians batting practice before a game with the Tigers in Cleveland. He was seated with his family in the right center bleachers when the incident occurred.
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Mike Elmlinger
Huron County Fair Week Opens With Grandstand Shows
The 92nd Huron County Fair runs August 12 to 18 with daily grandstand events. Monday features Dustin Lynch at 7:30 p.m., tickets 12 general 18 box 20 track pit. Tuesday hosts Cheer Bonanza at 6:30 p.m. free in the Grandstands. Wednesday brings OSTPA Tractor Pull at 6:30 p.m. free general 5 box pit track. Thursday showcases Motocross races at 7 p.m. with 5 box and track pit.
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Huron County Fair
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Lynch
Nashville
Broken Bow Records
OSTPA
Willard considers governmental aggregation for electricity
Willard council discussed government aggregation allowing residents to buy electricity in bulk. Palmer Energy would negotiate terms. residents could opt out within 20 days via a mailed card. Ballot approval would cost 3000 to 5000 dollars, with potential 3 to 20 percent savings.
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Ohio
Willard City
Robert Owens
Willard
Brian Humphress
Amy Hoffman
Palmer
Energy
Owens
Palmer Electric
Humphress
Palmer Energy
Ohio Board of County Commissioners
Huron County Commissioners
Willard Pool Gameday Promises Family Fun August 14
On Wednesday August 14 Willard Pool hosts a gameday with free entry for pool pass holders. Events start at opening time 1:00 PM with open swim. At 1:30 PM Jump or Dive tests bounce on the diving board while a instructor calls out words. At 1:50 PM Sharks and Minnows pits minnows against sharks selecting sub categories like candy bars.
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Matt Cok
Cok
Simon
Cole
Brooklynn 232 Final in Willard Park Concert Series
The concert season concludes at Willard Park with Brooklynn 232 delivering a memorable finale. Bryson Hamons, Willard city park and recreation director, praises the series as a standout event for residents and visitors alike.
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Obituaries and hometown concert update for Findlay
Obituary notes Margaret Ginter 86 Findlay appears on page 2. The final performance of the season features Brooklyn 232 a northeast Ohio pop acoustic duo Brooke Lynn and Andrew Kurlic performing from 7 to 9 p.m. with a diverse set list and limited bleacher seating.
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Brooklyn 232
Ohio
Brooke Lynn
Andrew Kurlic
Willard City Council race features two incumbents facing challenges
In Willard two council seats are contested with incumbents Robert Owens Ward Two and Michael Elmlinger Ward Four facing challengers Charles R Danhoff and Steve Fannin respectively. Joe Daniel and David Lattig run unopposed for Ward One and Ward Three. Greg Davidson did not seek reelection. Greenwich Village also hosts five candidates for four seats: Steven Bovin Lynne Phillips Wesley Sallee Thad Smith and Travis Wilson. Election coverage continues on page 3.
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Huron County Board of Elections
Ward Two
Robert Owens
Charles R. Danhoff
Ward Four
Michael Elmlinger
Steve Fannin
Joe Daniel
Greg Davidson
David Lattig
Greenwich
Greenwich Village
Steven Bovin
Lynne Phillips
Wesley Sallee
Thad Smith
Travis Wilson
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