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	Warehouse gets the green light 05/01/2008 After months of debate, Groveport Village Council approved the Schottenstein Trustees' rezoning request that will pave the way for building a large warehouse at Rohr and Pontius roads.
	Taking root in Groveport 05/01/2008 It may be small now, but in a few years the Heritage Oak tree planted on the Groveport Elementary playground on April 25 will get big enough to provide a shady spot to relax and much more.
	Toll Gate's toll 05/01/2008 Pickerington Local Schools have spent nearly $300,000 to stabilize the soil at the site of the new Toll Gate elementary and middle school.
	Canal Winchester recreation feels a pinch 05/01/2008 Changes continue to ripple through the Canal Winchester community following the March failure of an operating levy for the school district, including a $14,500 bill for use of fields and facilities by the Canal Winchester Joint Recreational District
	Two dozen seek Pickerington school board seat 05/01/2008 The Pickerington Board of Education met in closed sessions on April 26, 27 and 28 to interview the 24 applicants for the board seat recently vacated by Gail Oakes.
	Groveport Madison achieves state graduation rate standard 05/01/2008 Guest column by Susan Briggs
	Tucker wins 05/01/2008 Madison Christian School fifth grader and gymnast Emma Tucker, 11, of Groveport, recently captured first place
	CW's East Waterloo Street 05/01/2008 Our Pictorial Past
	No word on Groveport's downtown project 05/01/2008 A couple of Groveport elected officials are losing patience with the perceived slow progress of the village's proposed downtown development project.
	Fighting Fish get ready 05/01/2008 The Groveport Fighting Fish swim team is getting ready to dive into another season of fast paced competition.
	Please stop the food insanity 05/01/2008 America is getting fat (or fatter depending on the expert du jour) and it does not surprise me given the size of portions served at fast food and sit down restaurants.
	SSSSSSSSSSnakes! 05/01/2008 The weather is warming up and humans are not the only ones basking in the sun. The snakes have slithered out too.
	Capture the Moment 05/01/2008 News photographers step into the line of fire, risk death and disease and emotional trauma to emerge with the images that define our lives.
	Streetcars in Columbus 05/01/2008 With so many other things that need funding, Columbus is on the wrong track in considering a $103 million streetcar line, numerous residents told City Council April 28.
	Don't be deceived by this film 05/01/2008 Let's say you are having lunch with a casual acquaintance.
	Letters to the editor 05/01/2008 Readers speak out
	Around Canal Winchester 05/01/2008 Activities and events around Canal Winchester
	Around Groveport 05/01/2008 Activities and events around Groveport
	Around Pickerington 05/01/2008 Activities and events around Pickerington
	Canal Winchester schools slash budget 04/24/2008 April 21 was filled with regrets as, one-by-one, Canal Winchester Board of Education members approved a sweeping list of cuts bringing an end to high school busing and upping the student-teacher ratio.
	New estimate for Groveport bike path soars 04/24/2008 Groveport's proposed bicycle path just got a little bumpy as preliminary engineering estimates for constructing the path to connect Groveport with Three Creeks Park came back much higher than expected.
	Ohio Unearthed" Can you dig it? 04/24/2008 Discover the treasures of Ohio's underground past in an exhibit from May 3-29 at Groveport Town Hall, 648 Main St.,
	A look at Groveport Madison's enrollment 04/24/2008 The Groveport Madison school district is a big, both geographically and by the number of its students. But what do the district's enrollment numbers mean?
	CW traffic flow altered by construction 04/24/2008 Columbus Street reconstruction is prompting Canal Winchester residents to seek relief from traffic flow woes by asking the village for a three way stop at Washington and Waterloo streets.
	Groveport to phase in fee increases 04/24/2008 Groveport Village Council plans to incrementally enact an approximate 30 percent increase in its building and zoning fee schedule to soften the blow for those having to pay the fees.
	Holding court in 1958 04/24/2008 Our Pictorial Past
	Arrr matey 04/24/2008 The Canal Winchester High School drama department will present "Treasure Island"
	Letters to the editor 04/24/2008 Readers speak out
	Life in a small town 04/24/2008 Point of View column
	"Forgetting Sarah Marshall" worth a viewing 04/24/2008 The Reel Deal
	Metro High School opens up new worlds 04/24/2008 While attending classes in the Southwestern City school district, Cassie West was maintaining a 4.0 grade point average but wasn't feeling challenged.
	Marching Tigers parade bound 04/24/2008 Pickerington Central High School band director Mike Sewell wipes away tears
	Around Canal Winchester 04/24/2008 Activities and events around Canal Winchester
	Around Groveport 04/24/2008 Activities and events around Groveport
	Around Pickerington 04/24/2008 Activities and events around Pickerington
	Warehouse proposal to make its last stand 04/17/2008 The Schottenstein Trustees' proposed warehouse project at Rohr and Pontius roads died, then was resuscitated and placed on legislative life support at Groveport Village Council's April 14 meeting.
	Pickerington looks into red light cameras 04/17/2008 Pickerington City Council authorized Redflex Traffic Systems to study intersections along State Route 256 as possible locations for red light cameras.
	100 years ago in Canal Winchester 04/17/2008 With a long-ago mode of transportation incorporated into its name, Canal Winchester has been a dynamic host to the march of progress through a village whose main thoroughfare was once a waterway to the future.
	Pickerington schools shuffle personnel 04/17/2008 Several Pickerington schools will have new principals next year - Pickerington North High, Lakeview Junior High, Diley Middle, Fairfield Elementary and Violet Elementary.
	Flood damages Groveport golf course bridge 04/17/2008 Recent flooding on Little Walnut Creek badly damaged the golf cart suspension bridge over the creek at The Links at Groveport golf course.
	Madison Elementary prepping for OAT 04/17/2008 Fifth graders at Madison Elementary will get a boost in their efforts to master the Ohio Achievement Test (OAT) when Dale Carlson comes to their school to speak with them on April 22
	Soggy Madison Township 04/17/2008 Residents in Asbury Manor in Madison Township continue to hope for a dry solution to wet basements and flooding that occurs during heavy downpours.
	Eastland-Farfield celebrates 04/17/2008 On April 22, Eastland-Fairfield Career & Technical Schools will celebrate its 40th anniversary, dedicate its recently completed auto academy and the renovated computer-aided design drafting lab, and induct alumni into its hall of fame.
	So you think you had a bad prom? 04/17/2008 The Reel Deal
	Columbus is not a cultural wasteland 04/17/2008 So Columbus is a cultural wasteland, at least according to a recent report from the Columbus Partnership comparing it to 15 other cities.
	Letters to the editor 04/17/2008 Readers speak out
	Ohio University dean's list 04/17/2008 Academic achievers
	Light's out 04/17/2008 A broken street light and a mauled tree are the remnants of an early morning accident in Groveport.
	Tigers top Cruisers 04/17/2008 Groveport Madison senior Bryan Rosales (left) squared off against Pickerington Central senior Nishal Raya
	Around Canal Winchester 04/17/2008 Activities and events around Canal Winchester
	Around Groveport 04/17/2008 Activities and events around Groveport
	Around Pickerington 04/17/2008 Activities and events around Pickerington
	Pickerington's financial strains 04/10/2008 Proposed road improvements, such as widening State Route 256 to four lanes south of Diley Road, and the cost of maintaining a high level of police protection will stretch the city of Pickerington's finances in the coming years.
	Is there too much government? 04/10/2008 State Representative Larry Flowers (R-19) and State Representative Larry Wolpert (R-23) have introduced a bill designed to study ways to consolidate and streamline local government.
	CW saves money 04/10/2008 It is difficult enough to balance a home budget; much less one on a village size scale,
	Groveport Madison to step up security at the high school 04/10/2008 The Groveport Madison Board of Education took steps to increase security at Groveport Madison High School.
	Bingo returns to GMHS 04/10/2008 "Bingo!" That call will ring out in the Groveport Madison High School cafeteria
	Pickerington 200 years ago 04/10/2008 Two hundred years ago when Violet Township was founded, instead of today's bustling suburbs or the rolling farm land of 40 years ago, much of Ohio including Fairfield County was a lush forest.
	Pickerington schools hire new treasurer 04/10/2008 The Pickerington Board of Education named Daniel Griscom, formerly of Ashland Schools, to replace Vince Utterback as district treasurer.
	West on board in Truro Township 04/10/2008 Chronologically, Truro Township's new fiscal officer is the youngest of all the township's elected officials, but she is sure of one thing, age does not matter when finances are your first priority.
	A dose of hard reality infuses "Snow Angels" 04/10/2008 The Reel Deal
	For better service think three dimensionally 04/10/2008 Guest column
	lumbus to help stabilize the arts 04/10/2008 Columbus will be contributing to the financial stability of the community's 16 largest cultural organizations while a long-term plan is drafted, and City Council wants to make sure it has a voice in where the money goes.
	Regency Manor is 175 04/10/2008 It opened in 1833 as the Franklin County Poor House, founded by the county commissioners to take care of the less fortunate.
	Well Hello Dolly 04/10/2008 Groveport Madison High School will present the musical "Hello Dolly" on April 17, 18, and 19
	Play ball! 04/10/2008 Groveport's John Romonosky, 79, threw out the first pitch at the Columbus Clippers' season opener
	Sing out 04/10/2008 Characters Troy and Gabriella, played by Pickerington North High School juniors Grant Cole and Devon Perry, sing "Start of Something New"
	Early days of the Groveport police 04/10/2008 Our Pictorial Past
	Around Canal Winchester 04/10/2008 Activities and events around Canal Winchester
	Around Groveport 04/10/2008 Activities and events around Groveport
	Around Pickerington 04/10/2008 Activities and events around Pickerington
	Pickerington treasurer leaves 04/03/2008 Also, applications coming in for future vacant board seat
	Sirens slated for Groveport 04/03/2008 It's tornado season and the village of Groveport is working to enhance its ability to warn residents in case a twister appears.
	Donation a boost to CW athletes 04/03/2008 Student athletes and physical education students at Canal Winchester no longer have to wait in long lines to take their turn at bench pressing weights or putting in a few miles on a stationary bicycle.
	An architectural gem celebrates its 100th birthday 04/03/2008 The Groveport United Methodist Church has stood watch over the community for 100 years.
	Sabatino questions contract 04/03/2008 Pickerington City Council voted to grant the URS Corporation a $755,173 contract to manage the wastewater treatment plant expansion.
	Overcoming disbelief 04/03/2008 There's a new children's book that's causing quite a buzz.
	Don't call it a trolley 04/03/2008 Columbus Mayor Michael Coleman is ready for the city to hop on board the proposed streetcar project by spending $2 million for the design of the line that would run along High Street from downtown to the Ohio State University campus.
	Columbus Parks and Recreation activities 04/03/2008 Spring has barely popped its head up in central Ohio, but it's not too early to start planning for summer activities through the Columbus Recreation and Parks Department.
	An Easter emergency to remember 04/03/2008 Dedra's Diary
	Spring is here! 04/03/2008 Go Groveport information
	Around Canal Winchester 04/03/2008 Activities and events around Canal Winchester
	Around Groveport 04/03/2008 Activities and events around Groveport
	Around Pickerington 04/03/2008 Activities and events around Pickerington
	All's well 04/03/2008 Groveport resident Melanie Sporleder (left) is shown here getting a Meridian Stress Assessment
	Winging it 04/03/2008 A green macaw "animal ambassador" stretches its wings
	winning extremely 04/03/2008 The Southeast Xtreme Volleyball Club won the gold
	CW champs 04/03/2008 The Canal Winchester Joint Rec Boys Basketball program finished its season with basketball tournaments concluding on March 16.
	cw winners 3/4 04/03/2008 Coach Jon Tucker and his team ended the season as 3rd/4th grade league champions
	Groveport Madison trys to set up goals 03/27/2008 At a special meeting March 24, the Groveport Madison Board of Education worked on creating a lengthy list of goals for the district.
	Diley Road is taking shape 03/27/2008 Despite rainy conditions the week before Easter that temporarily halted most of the construction, the Diley Road widening project remains slightly ahead of schedule.
	CW drums up a unique event 03/27/2008 The musical world of the steelpan will shine its spotlight on Canal Winchester April 12 when the recognized leader in the unusual musical genre presents a workshop and concert.
	Weathering hard times: Groveport in The Great Depression 03/27/2008 In 2008 the nation is facing a mortgage crisis, high costs for gasoline, and job losses on a wide scale. These problems bring to mind another era when times were even tougher - The Great Depression of the 1930s.
	Groveport warehouse project debated 03/27/2008 A few Groveport Village Council members have expressed some concerns over the Schottenstein commercial development proposed for a site at Rohr and Pontius roads.
	Groveport curfew reviewed 03/27/2008 In his State of the City address, Columbus Mayor Michael Coleman raised the idea of making a concerted effort to enforce the city's curfew laws, which prompted Groveport Village Councilman Ed Rarey to wonder about the status and enforcement of Groveport's
	CW parks plan pondered 03/27/2008 More than 10 years ago, Canal Winchester commissioned a master plan for parks and recreation, but with the village facing city status in the next U.S. Census, village council members say it is time to take another look at it.
	Groveport Madison working on academics 03/27/2008 Though many issues are percolating regarding the operations and functioning of Groveport Madison Local Schools, the main purpose of the district remains unchanged - educating the students.
	"The Boss" has won her over 03/27/2008 August of 2000 marked the last time I went to a concert, at least one of my choosing. I went to go see Pearl Jam and had a terrific time.
	McClay earns art award 03/27/2008 Lydia McClay of Canal Winchester received the Caldy Award for her relief print titled "Seeps of Old"
	Around Canal Winchester 03/27/2008 Activities and events around Canal Winchester
	Around Groveport 03/27/2008 Activities and events around Groveport
	Around Pickerington 03/27/2008 Activities and events around Pickerington
	Pit bulls - are they a friend or foe? 03/28/2008 A pit bull is not an actual breed, instead it refers to three different breeds,
	CW schools to face staff cuts 03/20/2008 April 15 is tax deadline for the nation, but for Canal Winchester Local Schools administrators, it is also the deadline in determining staff cuts due to the failure of the 8.9 mill operating levy March 4.
	Pickerington to annex its own land 03/20/2008 The city of Pickerington plans to annex nearly 68 acres of its own property along Diley Road from Violet Township.
	The "Battle of I-270" 03/20/2008 "March Madness" of another kind is coming to Groveport on March 29 when the Groveport Recreation Center hosts the "Battle of I-270" basketball tournament.
	CW to flush hydrants in April 03/20/2008 What do flowers, nesting robins, and fire hydrant flushing all have in common? They're all signs of spring in Canal Winchester.
	Groveport plans to protect waterways 03/20/2008 The village of Groveport plans to update its stormwater management policy to help protect the area's waterways.
	Groveport reviews its building and zoning fees 03/20/2008 Groveport Village Council is considering an approximate 30 percent increase in its building and zoning fee schedule.
	Madison Township plagued by flooding 03/20/2008 Flooding was rampant in Madison Township following the recent spate of rain storms, even covering Brobst Park in eight inches of water.
	Asbury girl a hero 03/20/2008 Asbury Elementary fourth grader Carley Grow, 10, was recognized by the Madison Township Fire Department and representatives from the State Fire Marshal's Office for alerting her family to a fire at their home on Fullerton Drive and saving their lives on F
	Look nearby when searching for heroes 03/20/2008 Falling stars fill the pages of newspapers and airwaves of radio and television.
	Coleman outlines ambitious agenda for Columbus 03/20/2008 There are economic storm clouds on the horizon for Columbus, but you wouldn't know it from the ambitious agenda rolled out by Mayor Michael Coleman in his March 13 State of the City address at the Lifestyle Communities Pavilion.
	Columbus to enforce curfew 03/20/2008 Columbus Mayor Michael Coleman wants to send a clear message to families throughout the community - beginning June 5, police are going to be strictly enforcing the curfew law for teens.
	Happy birthday Capital Area Humane Society 03/20/2008 They're proud as peacocks over at the Capital Area Humane Society, celebrating its 125th anniversary this year.
	NetJets to stay in Columbus 03/20/2008 It's one flight that local leaders can be glad did not get off the ground.
	Lunch with the Bunny 03/20/2008 Preston Cattran, 3, happily greets the Easter Bunny
	Brown honored 03/20/2008 Groveport Madison High School Athletic Director Mike George (left) and Groveport Madison Head Varsity Football Coach Tim Brown pose with the Woody Hayes Award
	Fashion sense 03/20/2008 New York fashion designer and Pickerington High School graduate Tad Boetcher
	Around Canal Winchester 03/20/2008 Activities and events around Canal Winchester
	Around Groveport 03/20/2008 Activities and events around Groveport
	Around Pickerington 03/20/2008 Activities and events around Pickerington
	Dailey returns to Groveport Madison school board 03/13/2008 Duane Dailey was named to fill the vacant seat on the Groveport Madison Board of Education.
	Pickerington athletes want a choice 03/13/2008 Pickerington parent Phillip Clopton addressed the Pickerington Board of Education on March 10 regarding the district's open enrollment policy, which he said denied "innocents" the opportunity to enjoy the "American dream of life, liberty, and the pursuit
	Rickenbacker intermodal up and running 03/13/2008 From its days as a home to fighter planes and bombers criss-crossing the skies above central Ohio, to a military-public-private entity, Rickenbacker Airport continues to evolve in its mission of serving the state and the country.
	Groveport police rounding up the bad guys 03/13/2008 Some recent work by the Groveport Police Department has resulted in arrests as well as a successful prosecution.
	Groveport finances blooming 03/13/2008 In an uncertain economy, finding tenants for the proposed Groveport Town Center in downtown Groveport has been tough, but Pizzuti Solutions informed the Village of Groveport that things might be looking up.
	"Peek"-a-little at "The Music Man" 03/13/2008 Pickerington Central High School theater students will offer the community a sneak peek at their spring production of "The Music Man" on March 18 from 6-9 p.m. at the Barnes and Noble on State Route 256 in Pickerington.
	Groveport Madison being audited 03/13/2008 The State Auditor's office is performing a state performance audit on the Groveport Madison Local School District.
	Groveport Madison students put on a show 03/13/2008 Groveport Madison Board of Education meetings are not always just serious business, sometimes there's time for both reflection and fun.
	Franklin County Department of Justice budget crunch 03/13/2008 Unless residents of Franklin County take immediate action to prevent reduced federal funding for the Byrne/Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) program, the Department of Justice will suffer a $645,000 budget cut in 2008, warns Franklin County Commissioner Mari
	What do you do after 20 inches of snow? 03/13/2008 What comes after 20.5 inches of snow?
	Truro and insurance 03/13/2008 Insurance customers often "shop around" for the best price, but for Truro Township, shopping around could be as close as their own backyard with the same company serving the township for many years.
	Silence of the strings 03/13/2008 Point of view column
	Letters to the editor 03/13/2008 Readers speak out
	a cozy igloo 03/13/2008 Haylee White, 6, of Canal Winchester relaxes in the igloo that she, her father Rich, and brother Aaron, 15, built
	Where's spring? 03/13/2008 A huge mound of snow belies the hope of spring break
	Around Canal Winchester 03/13/2008 Activities and events around Canal Winchester
	Around Groveport 03/13/2008 Activities and events around Groveport
	Around Pickerington 03/13/2008 Activities and events around Pickerington
	Slyh withdraws resignation 03/06/2008 However, the Groveport Madison Board of Education maintains that Slyh is no longer a board member and will proceed with interviewing candidates to fill the open seat.
	Pickerington levy approved 03/06/2008 Voters approved Pickerington Local Schools' 7.9 mill levy that provides the local school district with $7.15 million a year - 8 percent of their total operating budget.
	CW school levy rejected 03/06/2008 Voters defeated Canal Winchester Local Schools' 8.9-mill continuing operating levy on March 4. In Franklin County, unofficial results showed the levy passing with 2,089 for and 1,963 against.
	Pickerington pool budget proposed 03/06/2008 The proposed operating budget for the city of Pickerington's new swimming pool totals nearly $200,000.
	Groveport Madison wins NAACP contest 03/06/2008 Groveport Madison Middle School South and Groveport Madison High School took first and second place respectively at the presentation competition at the NAACP Civil Rights Celebration at Franklin Park Conservatory on Feb. 28.
	Schottenstein development presented, passes first step 03/06/2008 On March 3, the Groveport Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the Schottenstein Trustees' rezoning request for 353 acres located east of the intersection of Rohr and Pontius roads.
	CW to monitor peddlers 03/06/2008 Canal Winchester will be keeping an eye on door-to-door sales people in the village as Canal Winchester Village Council approved changes in the village code regarding peddlers and solicitors at its March 3 meeting.
	Movie doubtful for Groveport 03/06/2008 Filmmaker Benjamin Johnson's hopes of filming scenes from his movie "I-59 South" in Groveport are fading to black.
	Irish in America 03/06/2008 Around St. Patrick's Day, everyone wants to be Irish.
	Unofficial primary election results 03/06/2008 Candidates and issues
	Let's rebel against campaign phone calls 03/06/2008 I am starting a new grassroots movement and looking for lemmings, er...sheep, sorry...converts in time to marshal numbers large enough for the general election in November.
	Oink! The nose knows 03/06/2008 The Reel Deal
	Bicentennial kick off a success 03/06/2008 letter to the editor
	Jammin' 03/06/2008 Canal Winchester's B.J. Mullens slams it in for two
	Groveport Youth Wrestlers excel 03/06/2008 The Groveport Youth Wrestlers finished their first season accomplishing many feats and earning numerous awards.
	Wildcats are winners 03/06/2008 The Wildcats are the champions of the Groveport Recreation Center's fifth/sixth grade basketball league.
	Our Pictorial Past 03/06/2008 The Groveport Madison High School Cruiserettes are celebrating their 40th anniversary as a drill team this year.
	Around Canal Winchester 03/06/2008 Activities and events around Canal Winchester
	Around Groveport 03/06/2008 Activities and events around Groveport
	Around Pickerington 03/06/2008 Activities and events around Pickerington
	Plan sought to help the poor in Groveport Madison area 02/28/2008 The Groveport Madison community is looking to organize and increase its efforts to help those in the area who are in need.
	Cuts loom if Pickerington levy fails 02/28/2008 The Pickerington Local Schools need residents to vote "yes" on Issue 9 otherwise many teachers will lose their jobs.
	CW's Columbus Street project set to begin 02/28/2008 Reconstruction of Canal Winchester's West Columbus Street is finally underway.
	Schottenstein development presented to Groveport council 02/28/2008 A proposed large commercial development is back before Groveport Village Council for consideration.
	100 years ago - Groveport in 1908 02/28/2008 Imagine it's 1908 and you're walking down Groveport's Main Street when, as you reach its intersection with Brook Alley, you come face to face with a lumbering, smokey locomotive.
	Groveport opposes liquor permit 02/28/2008 Groveport Village Council unanimously voted to object to the issuance of a liquor permit to the Groveport Lounge.
	Seagulls and trash: SWACO takes over landfill 02/28/2008 The "top of the hill" is a great place to be if you are a sea gull seeking a free meal, especially if your dining options change with the next hauler dumping a load of trash at the SWACO landfill.
	The Reel Deal: Don't jump to see "Jumper" 02/28/2008 Come watch Kurt Wagner, also known as the Incredible Nightcrawler, "Bamf" his way across the globe in the first spin-off of the successful "X-Men" movie franchise. Oh, whoops wrong movie. Sorry, "Jumper." Let me try this again.
	Meeting Jane 02/28/2008 I am not a big fan of making a lot of goals, but I am very happy when I can cross one off a list.
	Dude, where's my clout? 02/28/2008 A tale of demographic woe
	Time to celebrate 02/28/2008 Who doesn't enjoy a celebration? Whether it is a birthday, graduation, wedding, new baby, or retirement celebration, everyone enjoys a happy event.
	Letters to the editor 02/28/2008 Readers speak out
	Cruiser pins down a win 02/28/2008 Groveport Madison Cruiser Seth Nelson
	GMJH Cruisers finish strong 02/28/2008 The Groveport Madison Junior High wrestlers finished their season with a record of 10-1.
	Climb for a cure 02/28/2008 Violet Township firefighter Greg Wells is off on the final leg of the 40 climb
	It's maple syruping time 02/28/2008 Maple syrup is a centuries old sweet treat.
	Around Canal Winchester 02/28/2008 Activities and events around Canal Winchester
	Around Groveport 02/28/2008 Activities and events around Groveport
	Around Pickerington 02/28/2008 Activities and events around Pickerington
	School financing discussed in CW 02/21/2008 In the 17 years since the Ohio Supreme Court ruled the state's school funding system as unconstitutional, Ohio schools continue to rely upon property taxes to pay for buildings and operate classrooms, much to the dismay of districts and taxpayers alike.
	Groveport subsidies improve 02/21/2008 Groveport's recreational facilities are slowly making financial inroads towards reducing the amount the village government pays in subsidizing their operations.
	Groveport Madison seeks new school board member 02/21/2008 The Groveport Madison Board of Education is looking for candidates to fill an open position due to the resignation of board member Steven A. Slyh.
	Pickerington upgrades lights 02/21/2008 The city of Pickerington has replaced the incandescent traffic lights along State Route 256 with LED versions.
	Sewer project talks still percolating 02/21/2008 Talks regarding the proposed west Groveport Road sewer project are still flowing along.
	Gas rate increase sought 02/21/2008 Canal Winchester residents with Columbia Gas of Ohio service could find their basic rate bills going up if the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) rules in favor of the utility company.
	Wild teen party trashes Madison Twp. Community Center 02/21/2008 Billed as a wedding reception, a teenage birthday party at the Madison Township Community Center got out of hand Feb. 16 with blood and blows flying in a parking lot.
	Eastland-Fairfield students are stars 02/21/2008 Future stars of stage and screen can begin their training at an early age amid math classes, English lessons, and a high school cafeteria.
	Does your pet have doggie breath? 02/21/2008 It's offensive, it's a problem - it's doggie breath.
	Oscar's here so it's time to make some picks 02/21/2008 The Reel Deal's Dedra Cordle makes her Oscar selections
	Letters to the editor 02/21/2008 Readers speak out
	Who made the grade? 02/21/2008 College dean's lists
	Get off my back! 02/21/2008 The World's Toughest Rodeo came to Columbus Feb. 16
	Cruiser cheerleaders excel 02/21/2008 The Groveport Madison Cruiser varsity cheerleaders have qualified for the state competition
	Canal days in CW 02/21/2008 Our Pictorial Past
	Around Canal Winchester 02/21/2008 Activities and events around Canal Winchester
	Around Groveport 02/21/2008 Activities and events around Groveport
	Around Pickerington 02/21/2008 Activities and events around Pickerington
	McKenzie put on probation 02/15/2008 Also, a GM board member resigns
	A look at crime in Pickerington 02/15/2008 "There are no strangers lurking in the bushes waiting to attack. Violet Township and Pickerington are safe and wonderful communities," Pickerington Police Commander Ralph Portier said.
	Cuts loom if CW levy fails 02/15/2008 On March 4, Canal Winchester school district voters will decide on an 8.9-mill continuing operating levy.
	A few cause problems at GMHS 02/15/2008 The Groveport Police Department has reported that incidents requiring police action remain a problem at Groveport Madison High School, but most of the problems appear to be caused by a small percentage of the students.
	Sealey calls for support of GM schools 02/15/2008 Groveport Madison Board of Education President Dr. Naomi Sealey challenged the citizens group Help Our Pupils Excel (HOPE) and others who may be critical of the district to step up and help Groveport Madison.
	Pickerington schools apply for learning grant 02/15/2008 Pickerington Local Schools will apply for three 21st Century Learning Grants totaling $1.7 million to help some of the district's troubled kids.
	Heritage Park upgrade sought 02/15/2008 Groveport Village Councilman Ed Rarey wants to see improvements made to the village's Heritage Park.
	Truro heroes honored 02/15/2008 Honoring "Each Other's Keeper," a representative of the Police and Fireman's Insurance Association presented three Truro Township firefighters with "Heroes Hall of Fame" awards at the Feb. 7 Truro Township trustee meeting.
	Columbus council budget amendments affect jobs 02/15/2008 Columbus City Council Feb. 11 passed budget amendments that will avoid employee lay-offs in 2008, but would also eliminate 75 positions.
	Nearby vacations can be a satisfying experience 02/15/2008 Guest column by travel writer Kristi Farrow
	"Fool's Gold" a 24 karat flop 02/15/2008 The Reel Deal: On paper, "Fool's Gold" seems like it would be an ideal movie to help cure those pesky winter blues.
	GCST swimmers make a splash 02/15/2008 The following Southeast area members of the Greater Columbus Swim Team of Ohio performed well at the Ned Reeb Memorial "Last Ditch" Invitational,
	CW marketing students excel 02/15/2008 The Canal Winchester High School junior and senior marketing students won several awards Feb. 6 at the Central District Marketing contests.
	Self-portrait 02/15/2008 Groveport Madison High School senior Brin Dillon poses with her creation
	Violet Twp. is 200 02/15/2008 Pickerington North High School theater students performed a skit
	Hot cars on a cold day 02/15/2008 Boy Scout Pack and Troops #71 and #103 participated in a tour of Bob McDorman's collection
	Around Canal Winchester 02/15/2008 Activities and events around Canal Winchester
	Around Groveport 02/15/2008 Activities and events around Groveport
	Around Pickerington 02/15/2008 Activities and events around Pickerington
	Strickland delivers State of the State address 02/07/2008 The financial storm clouds mounting overhead don't have the Governor from Duck Run hiding his head, as Ted Strickland proposed programs to boost education and employment in his State of the State address Feb. 6.
	Pool makes a splash 02/07/2008 Pickerington City Council has approved the purchase of The Swim Club, a privately owned outdoor pool located one block east of State Route 256 on Stone Creek Drive NW.
	CW street project a go 02/07/2008 Despite objections by West Columbus Street residents, Canal Winchester Village Council voted to move ahead with the street's reconstruction.
	GMHS gym springs a leak 02/07/2008 A leaky roof in the Groveport Madison High School gym caused the postponement of the Groveport Madison - Worthington Kilbourne boys varsity basketball game on Feb. 5.
	Grand old school still serves community 02/07/2008 The Groveport Madison Local School District is 160-years-old this year and for more than half of those years Groveport School (now Groveport Elementary) has served the district and the community.
	Auto lot rezoning challenged 02/07/2008 A public hearing was held Feb. 4 in Canal Winchester regarding the rezoning of property owned by Wendy's International at 202 Cemetery Road, south of U.S. Route 33.
	Bugs should beware in CW 02/07/2008 Canal Winchester is setting out the welcome mat for migrating birds in order to control insects plaguing the village.
	FCPS levy: helping the helpless 02/07/2008 Michael Orlando of Fairfield County Protective Services (FCPS) spoke to Pickerington City Council on Feb. 5 urging the community to support the agency's 1 mill levy on March 4.
	Happy birthday Violet Township! 02/07/2008 Plans are in full swing for the historic Feb. 13 Violet Township trustee meeting to be held at the Pickerington High School Central Performing Arts Center beginning with a reception at 6:30 p.m. and program from 7:30-9 p.m.
	Columbus City Council approves budget 02/07/2008 Columbus City Council passed Mayor Michael Coleman's $650 million budget for 2008 Feb. 4, with plans to propose additional spending by the end of the week.
	The Reel Deal: Dedra loves and loathes "There Will Be Blood" 02/07/2008 When the closing credits started rolling on "There Will Be Blood," I was not sure how I felt about this movie.
	PCA Silver are grand champions 02/07/2008 The Pickerington Cheer Academy (PCA) squads competed in the 18th Annual Ohio State Cheerleading Competition at the French Field House on Feb. 3.
	Puppy (and kitty) love 02/07/2008 Capital Area Humane Society (CAHS) volunteer Amanda Spires (above) gets a happy greeting from Star, an American bulldog, at Groveport Town Hall's fourth annual "Puppy Love" event on Feb. 2.
	On the road with "Ground Chuck" 02/07/2008 Buckeye Chuck and Punxutawney Phil don't have anything on the Southeast area's own weather prognosticator "Ground Chuck."
	Around Canal Winchester 02/07/2008 Activities and events around Canal Winchester
	Around Groveport 02/07/2008 Activities and events around Groveport
	Around Pickerington 02/07/2008 Activities and events around Pickerington
	JEDD talks heat up 01/31/2008 At a Jan. 28 public forum in Pickerington to discuss a joint economic development district (JEDD) with neighboring communities, the fate of a hypothetical 80-year-old woman and her farm stirred a heated debate.
	Developer to try again 01/31/2008 Schottenstein Trustees have filed a new rezoning request with the village of Groveport regarding plans to develop 287 acres located east of the intersection of Rohr and Pontius roads.
	CW "CSI" students solve crime 01/31/2008 A poisoned ice cube, dog prints, white threads from a sweater, and a body outline add up to clues in an innovative Canal Winchester Middle School science lesson.
	Groveport Road sewer project back on the table 01/31/2008 The west Groveport sewer line project has bubbled to the surface again.
	Sluggish economy stalls Groveport project 01/31/2008 The vacant land at Main and Front streets in downtown Groveport remains a grassy spot as village officials and a developer continue to seek tenants for a planned business development.
	Pickerington/CW park district proposed 01/31/2008 Representatives from Canal Winchester requested to meet with Pickerington officials to discuss a joint parks district.
	Cuts loom if Pickerington school levy fails 01/31/2008 If voters do not approve the 7.9 mill continuing levy for Pickerington schools, the district will cut staff including teachers and administrators, Superintendent Dr. Karen Mantia told the Pickerington Board of Education at their Jan. 28 meeting.
	Obetz makes annexation deal with Columbus 01/31/2008 In February 2007, Whirlpool Corporation, a leading global manufacturer and marketer of appliances, expressed a desire to the city of Columbus to build a distribution center near Rickenbacker International Airport.
	Columbus schools consider levy 01/31/2008 As expenses go up and revenue stays flat or shrinks, Columbus voters should expect to see a school tax levy on the ballot in November, district officials explained at the first of a series of four public meetings.
	Columbus halts parking garage project 01/31/2008 Columbus City Council temporarily put the brakes on a $14 million parking garage project at High and Rich Streets, after property owners Otto and Joyce Beatty complained that the construction would harm business for their tenants.
	Bald eagle making a soaring comeback in Ohio 01/31/2008 Our nation's symbol is making its way back into the buckeye state.
	Happy birthday Violet Township! 01/31/2008 Violet Township celebrates its bicentennial
	Community involvement takes root at Asbury 01/31/2008 Guest column by Korrie Hough: This is a story about how two kids took an idea and made it a reality.
	Rambo returns, but the question is "Why?" 01/31/2008 The Reel Deal: Movie maven Dedra wrestles with Rambo.
	National Heart Month 01/31/2008 With Valentine's Day right around the corner on Feb. 14, it is no mistake that February is National Heart Month.
	Mind boggling bubble 01/31/2008 Noel Phrakornkham peers through a large bubble he created with his bare hands as part of Diley Middle School's 15th annual science overnighter.
	Sure shots 01/31/2008 Jake Seipel, 12, fires up a free throw at the Knights of Columbus' free throw contest
	500 wins 01/31/2008 Our Pictorial Past by Rick Palsgrove
	Ahoy! 01/31/2008 Reading from "Pirate's Alphabet"
	Here it comes 01/31/2008 Thad Gwin prepares to hurl a ball across the court during the Pickerington Area Chamber of Commerce's annual dodgeball tournament
	Around Canal Winchester 01/31/2008 Activities and events around Canal Winchester
	Around Groveport 01/31/2008 Activities and events around Groveport
	Around Pickerington 01/31/2008 Activities and events around Pickerington
	Groveport may switch to Columbus water 01/24/2008 Groveport Village Council has instructed Village Administrator Jon Crusey and Engineer Steve Farst to hold talks with the city of Columbus about the possibility of the entire village connecting to the Columbus water system.
	CW street project questioned 01/24/2008 Columbus Street residents in Canal Winchester want more time to preserve their tree lined street from proposed renovations that could result in less leafy canopies, but time is running out.
	"Let's Get Moving" 01/24/2008 After hearing reports of the rising number of obese children, Violet Elementary nurse Marcia Stewart asked herself, "What can we do at the elementary level to promote exercise?"
	Point of View column: Cast a critical eye on retrospectives of 1 01/24/2008 It was a year of assassination, war, riots, and protests. A year many historians feel was a turning point for America, both politically and culturally. It was 1968.
	Groveport wheeling ahead on bicycle path 01/24/2008 Groveport Village Council has swapped a skatepark for a bicycle/walking path.
	Warner leaving Madison Township 01/24/2008 Madison Township Administrator Wayne Warner is saying goodbye to the township and moving to Norwich Township where he will serve as administrator in a newly created position.
	Groveport Madison schools seek grant support 01/24/2008 Groveport Madison Local Schools Superintendent Scott McKenzie obtained Groveport Village Council's pledge for a resolution of support for the school district's attempt to obtain a federal Smaller Learning Communities grant.
	Canal Winchester seeks Community Watch 01/24/2008 Canal Winchester is "looking for a few good citizens" to help keep the village safe by becoming members of a new Community Watch Program instituted by Mayor Mike Ebert.
	Levy seeks to help the helpless 01/24/2008 The March 4 ballot will include a 1-mill levy to provide funding for Fairfield County Protective Services (FCPS).
	Help a kid 01/24/2008 We've all heard the saying, "A little bit goes a long way."
	Got game? 01/24/2008 Video game enthusiasts have a front-row seat at Gamerz in Reynoldsburg
	Violet Township celebrates its bicentennial 01/24/2008 Plans are in full swing for the historic Feb. 13 Violet Township trustee meeting to be held at the Pickerington High School Central Performing Arts Center beginning with a reception at 6:30 p.m. and program from 7:30-9 p.m.
	"27 Dresses" tells the tale of "always a bridesmaid" 01/24/2008 The Reel Deal: Movie maven Dedra dishes on "27 Dresses"
	Letters to the editor 01/24/2008 Readers speak out
	Around Canal Winchester 01/24/2008 Activities and events around Canal Winchester
	Around Groveport 01/24/2008 Activities and events around Groveport
	Around Pickerington 01/24/2008 Activities and events around Pickerington
	What's the buzz? 01/24/2008 The Central Ohio Beekeepers Association (COBA) will hold its 2008 workshop for anyone interested in learning the basics of beekeeping
	Kings of the Mid-8 01/24/2008 Our Pictorial Past: Forty years ago the Groveport Madison Cruisers were a dominant force in varsity wrestling in the old Mid-8 League
	Business departs Groveport 01/18/2008 A long time commercial operation in the village of Groveport is pulling up stakes and heading for Texas and Maryland.
	Skatepark lawsuit dismissed 01/18/2008 Fairfield County Common Pleas Court dismissed a lawsuit filed against the city of Pickerington by the Huntworks Gardens apartments.
	CW and the JEDD 01/18/2008 There was little opposition present at a Jan. 14 public hearing regarding Canal Winchester becoming part of a proposed joint economic development district (JEDD) with Lancaster, Pickerington, Violet and Bloom townships.
	Groveport buys land for bike path 01/18/2008 Groveport village officials have purchased 2.85 acres of land from Dan Foor at a cost of $99,750 to be used for a proposed bicycle path route to connect the village to Three Creeks Park.
	Pickerington school board backs penalty clause 01/18/2008 Pickerington Board of Education member Lori Sanders defended the "penalty" clause of the district's open enrollment policy at the board's Jan. 14 meeting.
	Developer seeks Pickerington 01/18/2008 A developer plans to create a commercial subdivision between Diley Road and Courtright Drive to the west of Hill Road.
	Groveport Madison school board ponders finances 01/18/2008 Superintendent Scott McKenzie told the Groveport Madison Board of Education that it needs to make some decisions soon regarding the district's financial and facilities issues.
	Restructuring Groveport Madison High School 01/18/2008 Groveport Madison High School officials are thinking big by thinking small.
	Obetz plans for recreation center 01/18/2008 It is often said that good things come to those who invest their money wisely. That way, when the time comes, you can splurge on the good stuff.
	Madison Township reconnects 01/18/2008 Madison Township is financially reconnecting with a local support group providing after-school programming for youths in the Groveport Madison, Canal Winchester, and Hamilton Local School systems.
	The Reel Deal: "Juno" worth seeing 01/18/2008 The topic of teen pregnancy is not something that pops up with great frequency in usual Hollywood movies.
	The Reel Deal: "Terminator" transfers well to television 01/18/2008 When I first heard about a television series called "Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles," I thought of one word -lame!
	Violet Township readies for its bicentennial 01/18/2008 Plans are in full swing for the historic Feb. 13 Violet Township trustee meeting to be held at the Pickerington High School Central Performing Arts Center beginning with a reception at 6:30 p.m. and program from 7:30-9 p.m.
	Letter to the editor 01/18/2008 Since having moved to Groveport in 2003 I have noticed something about the Groveport Madison school board. There is always drama of some sort.
	Monster trucks! 01/18/2008 Monster Trucks stormed into Columbus on Jan. 4 for the Monster Jam at Nationwide Arena.
	Canal Winchester's new middle school opens 01/18/2008 The middle school was part of $35.5 million bond issue passed in 2004, which also funded purchase of the 124 acre site off of Lithopolis Road and an addition at Winchester Trail.
	Cruisers fall 01/18/2008 Groveport Madison Cruiser Destiny Hicks leaps toward the basket
	Rahe rules 01/18/2008 Madison Christian's Libby Rahe pulls down a rebound
	Phoenix rises 01/18/2008 The FC Phoenix Team USA was recently crowned winners of the Ohio Futsal League Girls U12/U13 Division.
	Cleary on board 01/18/2008 Lifelong Groveport resident Shawn Cleary is shown hear taking the oath of office as a new Groveport village councilman
	Groveport Madison schools' funds dwindle 01/10/2008 Money is getting tight for the Groveport Madison Local School District and board members are considering a potential operating levy, more cuts, ways to be more efficient, and a possible income tax as options for raising revenue.
	CW council has a new look 01/10/2008 The new year brought new faces to both the administration and council in Canal Winchester following the election of first-time mayor Mike Ebert and first-term councilwoman Marilyn Rush-Ekelberry and the return of councilman Rick Deeds.
	Rosebriar to perform Poe 01/10/2008 The Rosebriar Shakespeare Company acting troupe is stepping out of "The Great Bard's" shadow to explore the darkness that shroud's the writing of one of America's greatest writers - Edgar Allan Poe.
	Cruiser Theatre actors selected for state conference 01/10/2008 Groveport Madison High School seniors and Cruiser Theatre Co. members Nick Parker and Sara Johnson have been selected to perform at the 2008 Ohio Educational Theatre Association State Conference.
	Recycling in Pickerington 01/10/2008 When Jill Perales moved to Pickerington three years ago she did not know where to take her recyclables. When she lived in in California the city collected everything from the curb.
	Truro Township gets OPWC grant 01/10/2008 Patience paid off for Truro Township officials when they were notified long awaited plans to renovate Rodebaugh Road and streets in the Qualstan development were finally financed by the state.
	She just doesn't love "P.S. I Love You" 01/10/2008 The Reel Deal
	New beginnings 01/10/2008 Go Groveport ready for 2008
	Cruisers soar 01/10/2008 Cruisers down Pickerington North
	Letters to the editor 01/10/2008 Readers speak out
	Long may they run 01/03/2008 It was a cold, gray, damp, just bleak looking morning in late December, but that didn't stop two dozen hardy souls from breaking out their running gear and tackling the Groveport Recreation Center's second annual "Resolution Run."
	How much money did the candidates raise? 01/03/2008 There were few big spenders among the Southeast Franklin County area candidates who ran for elected office on Nov. 6.
	Groveport Madison school board gears up for 2008 01/03/2008 There are new faces in place on Groveport Madison Board of Education.
	Expo highlights area businesses 01/03/2008 The Southeastern Franklin County Chamber of Commerce will hold its eighth annual Chamber Business Expo and Dinner on Jan. 25 from 4:30-7 p.m. at the Berwick Party House, 3250 Refugee Road.
	Pickerington approves pay raises 01/03/2008 On Jan. 2, Pickerington City Council approved, by emergency, a two-year collective bargaining agreement with the local chapter of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
	Old school in its last days 01/03/2008 Four stately columns frame the face of historic Hamilton Township High School, but in less than two years, a multi-million dollar construction project will replace a high school for the third time in the district's history.
	"Juno" is a quirky, but sweet, look at life 01/03/2008 The Reel Deal
	Letter to the editor 01/03/2008 Readers speak out
	Chugging along in CW 01/03/2008 Our Pictorial Past
	Panthers on parade 01/03/2008 The Pickerington North High School Marching Band is shown here marching in the Fort McDowell Fiesta Bowl Parade
	A taste of history 01/03/2008 Historical interpreter Ann Culek of Groveport provides Columbus resident Katie Schweninger, 8, with a taste of goods canned at Metro Parks' Slate Run Living Historical Farm
	Rangers wrangle victory 01/03/2008 The Hamilton Township Ranger took first place at 30th Annual Bishop Ready Winter Classic wrestling tournament
	Community helps families 12/27/2007 The sense of community is strong in Groveport as civic groups, the schools, businesses, and individuals all banded together and contributed to the Groveport Madison Adopt-a-Family program this Christmas.
	MRDD levy on March 4 ballot 12/27/2007 The Franklin County Commissioners voted to place a 3.5 mill levy on the March 4 ballot to fund the Franklin County Board of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities (MRDD).
	Trip to Africa inspires CW family 12/27/2007 Barbara Peacock went to Africa to mingle with gorillas, but a visit to a Rwandan school changed the Canal Winchester resident into an international ambassador promoting cross-cultural exchange and education.
	Groveport Park is evolving 12/27/2007 When people think of Groveport Park they often first think of the state of the art Groveport Recreation Center or the aquatic park. But Groveport Park is much more and there are plans to enhance it even further.
	Doersam left a lasting mark on Groveport Madison schools 12/27/2007 Point of View column - She was a teacher, coach, principal, and even worked as superintendent for time.
	First Night promises fun 12/27/2007 New Year's Day is in sight and revelers can celebrate the end of 2007 on Dec. 31 at First Night Columbus held at multiple indoor and outdoor venues scattered throughout the city's downtown.
	Rinehart found not in violation 12/27/2007 The Ohio Elections Commission (OEC) has found that Madison Township trustee candidate Thomas Rinehart did not violate Campaign Finance and Compliance Disclosure Guide rules which require the "paid for by..." financial disclaimer on campaign signs.
	Looking back at 2007 12/27/2007 Here are some of the stories that appeared in the news in the Southeast area in 2007:
	"Sweeney Todd" is bloody but captivating 12/27/2007 The Reel Deal: When Johnny Depp and Tim Burton collaborate for a film, I want to see it.
	The GAA gave girls an athletic outlet 12/27/2007 Our Pictorial Past - Groveport GAA
	Letters to the editor 12/27/2007 Readers speak out
	Groveport to buy land for proposed bike path 12/20/2007 Groveport is wheeling its way towards creating a paved bicycle path to connect the village to the Three Creeks Metro Park's bicycle path system.
	Health center for CW 12/20/2007 A first-of-its-kind emergency center is coming to Canal Winchester along the U.S. Route 33 and Hill-Diley Road corridor.
	CW schools place 8.9 mill levy on ballot 12/20/2007 The Canal Winchester Board of Education decided to take the middle of the road in placing one of three levy options on the March ballot.
	Pickerington voters to see school levy 12/20/2007 On Dec. 17, the Pickerington Board of Education approved placing a 7.9 mill operating levy on the March 4 ballot.
	Groveport shares tax funds with GM schools 12/20/2007 The village of Groveport continues to share its income tax wealth with Groveport Madison Local Schools.
	CW TIF brings threat of recall 12/20/2007 Creating a TIF caused a tiff between government officials and resident Jeffrey Bond as the Canal Winchester Village Council approved a tax increment financing (TIF) plan for the area where a new Meijer store and out lots are under construction.
	Pickerington exploring entering into JEDD 12/20/2007 Pickerington City Council met Dec. 18 to discuss a proposed Joint Economic Development District (JEDD) that it may enter into with neighboring communities.
	Impact fees partially waived 12/20/2007 After a long wait, a Pickerington business will receive a partial refund from the city.
	Madison Township's snow ready 12/20/2007 Snowflakes have fallen since the middle of November and Madison Township Road Superintendent Terry Spangler is ready to tackle any winter storm headed his way with salt and plows.
	Eastland-Fairfield students help out 12/20/2007 Students in the Eastland-Fairfield Career and Technical School District practice the principal of "It is better to give than receive" with needy and special needs children on the receiving end of myriad fundraising efforts.