Consultant says earlier comment on alum's failure was misinterpreted
By Nancy Allen
GRAND LAKE - A consultant compiling a report on the effectiveness of this year's alum treatment on Grand Lake refuted a widely circulated story that said alum treatments on the lake aren't working.
Harry Gibbons of Seattle, Wash.-based TetraTech said comments he made during a recent summit in Columbus were misinterpreted. It was reported that the alum treatment to help lessen algae blooms didn't work this summer because high winds had stirred up phosphorous-rich muck from the lake's bottom. [More]
Nursing facilities, long-time community volunteer recognized
By Amy Kronenberger
ROCKFORD - A local citizen and business were honored for their service to the community during the 39th annual Rockford Chamber of Commerce banquet Thursday.
Resident Nancy Leighner was awarded Citizen of the Year while Steve Schaaf, administrator of the Laurels of Shane Hill and Maplewood of Shane's Village, accepted the award for Business of the Year. [More]
CELINA - When and how manure is applied are two important factors that can help reduce nutrient runoff that contributes to toxic algae blooms in waterways.
Attorneys for a former anesthesiologist convicted in the death of his wife, Celina native Kathy Wangler, are seeking another hearing in the Third District Court of Appeals.
FINDLAY - Thursday's Division III volleyball regional semifinal at Findlay High School was a roller coaster of emotions for Coldwater and Cavaliers' head coach Mike Etzler.
Although she will be hundreds of miles away and several decades removed from her days of running at Coldwater High School, former Cavaliers' standout Diane (Baucher) Gerlach understands all too well what a few girls from her alma mater are experiencing this weekend.
Coldwater's quest to reach the state championship game for the fourth straight year begins on Saturday night when the Cavaliers host Miami East in the Division V postseason opener.
