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Miller Poultry to expand its Kidron facility
DGKN staff report WOOSTER Miller Poultry, a family-owned company that has been raising and processing organic and all-natural chicken with the help of local farm families for over 30 years, announced plans to expand its Wayne County operations at its Kidron facility. With a capital investment of nearly $90 million, Miller Poultry plans to expand…
Read MoreSheriff calls resident ‘freaking hero’ for help during stabbing incident
PHOTOS BY DAN STARCHER Wayne County Sheriff Tom Ballinger, left, embraces David Logan during a recent awards ceremony at the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office. Logan was recognized for stopping to help Ballinger and Sgt. Dan Broome after the two officers were stabbed during an incident on May 12. Wayne County Sheriff Tom Ballinger, left, presents…
Read MoreNew farm market growing in Kidron – Homemade and handmade items for sale each Saturday
Hannah and Joe Heatwole sell Better Life Coffee at the new Kidron Farm Market. Andrew Wolf and daughters, Amelia, 11, and Richaela, 9, took care of Thane and Katie Wolf’s table for the Lil Yellow Farmstand at the Kidron Farm Market at the end of May. PHOTOS BY ANNA McCUNE KIDRON Residents who launched a…
Read MoreWHERE ARE THEY NOW? Dalton alum publishes book
Kayla VanKirk, 2021 Dalton High graduate, began the young adult science fiction mystery, “Grasping at Embers,” in middle school. She has worked on it consistently since then and took the plunge and self-published it. The book can be purchased on Amazon and Barnes & Noble websites. Those who are interested in updates and more information…
Read MoreYoung Wooster woman aims for connection, community with free event
Kirsten McAllister By CHRISTINA McCUNE DGKN managing editor Kirsten McAllister has noticed that across the country young people seem to be experiencing Jesus powerfully, and she would like to create a space to see what the Lord wants to do here in Wayne County. In general, McAllister, 23, of Wooster, has a passion for young…
Read MoreDREAM HOME: Habitat for Humanity makes dream home possible for Orrville couple
PHOTO BY AARON COCHRELL | HABITAT FOR HUMANITY Astoria and Cardell Fields are presented keys March 24 during a house dedication for their dream home in Orrville thanks to Habitat for Humanity. PHOTOS BY CHRISTINA McCUNE | DGKN Astoria Fields becomes emotional during a key ceremony March 24 in Orrville. Friends, family members, Habitat for…
Read MoreYoung yo-yoer shoots the moon
PHOTOS PROVIDED Dalton freshman Gabriel Roxberry placed third at East Coast Masters Yo-Yo Championship March 14 in Pittsburgh. By CHRISTINA McCUNE DGKN managing editor With upbeat music in the background, a big smile on his face, and “oohs” and “aahs” encouraging him from the crowd, Rei Iwakura, world yo-yo champ many times over, can…
Read MoreMiller Custom Exteriors: Improving homes for 50 years
PHOTO PROVIDED Siding, roof and doors and window project in Dalton by Miller Custom Exteriors. DGKN staff report One home and project at a time, Miller Custom Exteriors has been improving and beautifying Northeastern Ohio and beyond. The family-owned and operated company, which is headquartered in Dalton, was founded in Holmes County by Jacob…
Read MoreBUSINESS NEWS The Apple Creek Banking Company appoints local attorney to board
Matthew Long DGKN staff report The Apple Creek Banking Company has appointed Matthew Long to its board of directors. Long is an attorney with Critchfield, Critchfield & Johnston, Ltd., where he serves as chair of the firm’s Real Estate Department, according to a news release from The Apple Creek Banking Company. His practice is dedicated…
Read MorePAWS TO READ: Family literacy event draws readers of all ages
PHOTOS BY KATIE GOOD PHOTOGRAPHY Wyatt Tata, Dalton second grader, reads to therapy dog, Valorie, during the annual Family Literacy Night. Dalton kindergartner Cora Jackson shows an astronaut helmet she made during the annual Family Literacy Night March 5 at Dalton Elementary School. Kindergartner Remington Schoby at Dalton’s annual Family Literacy Night which had the…
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