Trevor Hostetler remembered for hard work, big heart
PHOTO PROVIDED BY BRENDA HOSTETLER Trevor Hostetler with his daughter, Megan; wife, Brenda; and son, Ben. DALTON If those who packed the house at Trevor Hostetler’s memorial service were asked to raise a hand if the Dalton resident had ever helped them with something, “Every hand would have been raised,” longtime friend Lisa Elett…
Read MoreFire destroys Marshallville garage June 4
Fire destroyed a resident’s detached garage just south of Marshallville June 4. East Wayne Fire District responded with help from three other fire departments. MARSHALLVILLE Fire destroyed a resident’s detached garage June 4 along state Route 94 south of Marshallville. Six trucks from East Wayne Fire District with 11 personnel responded to the call, which…
Read MoreSaxer to resign as Dalton superintendent; Beatty to serve as interim
DGKN archive photo DALTON A familiar face in the board offices, in the hallways, in the classrooms, at games, concerts and other school and community functions, Dalton Local Schools Superintendent Jim Saxer will be resigning from the top spot at Dalton Local Schools this summer. Saxer, who was originally hired in 2015 as superintendent, has…
Read More4H-ers spruce up, give back
Dalton-Kidron Big 4 4-H member Rowan Myers, 9, and his mom, Nicole Myers, join dozens of other 4-H members and family members to spruce up around the Dalton Community Historical Society property. Elena and Marita Strasbaugh, along with their sister, Aubrey, are fifth generation 4-Hers. Their grandparents, Laurel and Larry Strasbaugh, lead the organization and…
Read MoreMeet a Maker May 19 at The University of Akron Wayne College
Need to know WHAT: Maker Faire When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 20 Where: The University of Akron Wayne College, 1901 Smucker Road. Cost: Free admission More info: Follow Maker Faire Wayne County on all social media platforms to stay up-to-date on upcoming events. PHOTO PROVIDED BY WAYNE COUNTY STEAM PLAYLAB For the…
Read MoreCruise on in to Jim’s May 19
DALTON What has become one of the biggest events in Dalton is returning this weekend. Last month, Michel Madison said people already had been asking her and her husband, Jim, about their annual cruise-in and Jeep show and they’re keeping their fingers crossed for pleasant weather like they’ve enjoyed previous years. Jim’s Automotive Repair and…
Read MoreStory continues: Storybook Inn of Kidron celebrates two years
Check out this amazing deal The generous innkeepers have a promotional discount this year July 1-Dec. 31. Flat Daily Rate: $180 per night (this is the normal nightly rate throughout the year for the entire house) Coupon Code: Gazette2023 Discount Offered: Receive $100 off any booking between July 1-Dec. 31, 2023. ***Two night minimum stay…
Read MoreLightning strike suspected in Dalton house fire April 21
PHOTO FROM ORRVILLE FIREFIGHTERS ASSOCIATION FACEBOOK PAGE East Wayne with assistance from Kidron, Orrville and Apple Creek responded to a house fire April 21 along Lincoln Way. No one was home and no injuries were reported. SUGAR CREEK TWP. No one was home and no injuries were reported when emergency crews responded to a house…
Read MoreKVFD plans future with levy
KIDRON A plan is in place to make sure that for years to come well-trained volunteers will continue to don safe reliable gear, use the latest equipment, and jump in updated squads or engines to provide efficient and effective emergency services. Kidron Volunteer Fire Department’s board of directors has discussed how to adequately fund capital…
Read MorePipes are a calling – Schantz Organ Co. marks 150 years
Abraham Schantz, founder St. Philip Neri, Bronx, New York 2002 One of Schantz Organ Company’s recent projects is completing a restoration of an organ built in 1963 for the Metropolitan Opera House in New York City. St. Mary’s Church in Massillon PHOTO FROM SCHANTZORGAN.COM Executive staff members from left, Jeffrey D. Dexter, vice-president and tonal…
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