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Council OKs 5%, no longevity
With their salaries again on the docket Monday, Portland’s city employees let their voices be heard.
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Heroic dedication
The outpouring of those who wanted to honor the veterans in their lives was overwhelming.
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Scrimmage snag
Jay County High School senior Patrick Hemmelgarn makes a catch on a deep pass from Sean Bailey in front of senior Anthony Cross of the Richmond Red Devils during Friday night’s scrimmage at Harold E. Schutz Memorial Stadium. The Patriots dominated the scrimmage — each team got the ball for a set amount of plays per “possession” — scoring twice in their first set of 15 plays (starting from their own 35-yard line). JCHS will open the regular season at 7 p.m. Friday with a trip to Blackford to take on the Bruins. (The Commercial Review/Ray Cooney)
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Launch Jay entries are now open
Local entrepreneurs will have the opportunity to pitch their ideas again.
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Council OKs 5%, no longevity
With their salaries again on the docket Monday, Portland’s city employees let their voices be heard.
Heroic dedication
The outpouring of those who wanted to honor the veterans in their lives was overwhelming.
Launch Jay entries are now open
Local entrepreneurs will have the opportunity to pitch their ideas again.
Pennville teen won soap box derby
Twenty-five years ago this week a local youngster was celebrating a big victory.
Refueling Fort Site
Gas station has new operator, format
Sports
Indians eighth in invite at Elks
CELINA, Ohio — In what they knew would be a rebuilding year, the Indians got a look Tuesday at where they will need to be in order to be competitive against area rivals.
FRHS?third in county
CELINA, Ohio — Through two events, Eli Lennartz has been the team leader.
Lennartz leads FRHS in opener
The Indians hope to be competitive throughout their schedule. If they can play with the consistency they did in their opener, that should be an achievable goal.
Thwaits on scoreless streak
FORT WAYNE — A former Indian has found his groove with the TinCaps.
Smith paces JC at invite
GENEVA — First-year coach Marvin Buckner acknowledged the competition for his team’s No. 1 spot was close. On the first day, Maddy Snow led the team.
Opinion
We should embrace Ronald’s view
To the editor: Since Jack Ronald passed earlier this year, I have reflected on Jack’s impact on our community.
Duet sparked idea for slideshow
By the time you read this, I should have made my debut at Miller’s Merry Manor. Technically, it’s not actually my debut.
4th of July committee says thanks
To the editor: The Jay County 4th of July Committee would like to thank the Jay County community for making the 2022 4th of July Celebration another successful event.
Column elicited many responses
You never know what’s going to prompt a response from readers.
Old road has been lost to history
The rows of corn kept marching in neat lines, east to west, north to south. There wasn’t any hint of northwest or southeast to be seen. Any trace of what I was looking for had long ago been erased by passing time.
Family
McJury, Bivens were wed July 30
Treva Bivens and Ryan McJury were united in marriage on July 30.
Redkey Gas Boom Days kicks off Saturday
REDKEY — Gas Boom Days is almost here.
Contest accepting dog photos
INDIANAPOLIS — Hoosier dog owners may now submit pictures of their furry friends to a state contest.
Boats led to learning experience
A few days ago my daughter, Beth, sent me a video. The caption said, “So the neighbor kids showed up with this ‘boat.’” The word boat was in quotes. The so-called boat consisted of four blue, plastic, 55-gallon drums and some boards. It was held together with ropes. I have no idea where they got the drums, boards or rope.
Laux family celebrates 50 years
Laura and Steve Laux of Portland are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary today.
Obituaries
Cloyd Bergman
Ray Scott
June 12, 1954-Aug. 10, 2022
Ramonda Stanford
Sept. 27, 1967-Aug. 9, 2022
Jack Noe
March 20, 1961-Aug. 5, 2022
Ruth Prouty
Jan. 4, 1931-Aug. 3, 2022
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Caldwell performs
Taryn Caldwell of Dunkirk performs the national anthem at a Fort Wayne TinCaps game.
Caldwell performs
Taryn Caldwell of Dunkirk performs the national anthem at a Fort Wayne TinCaps game.
Caldwell performs
Taryn Caldwell of Dunkirk performs the national anthem at a Fort Wayne TinCaps game.
Whitacre Memorial Ride 06/19/2017
Whitacre Memorial Ride 06/19/2017
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