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36 he beer-battered cod at Eadies Fish House is “by far the staple item here,” owner Rudy Dilotale said. “It’s been popular since the early ’70s.” intriguing TThe deep-fried fish is light, crispy and not greasy, served casually in a basket with fries or, better yet, Eadie’s beer-battered onion rings. (Diets be damned!) A small cup of cover stories coleslaw offers a nice antidote; the tartar sauce is housemade; and best of all is Eadie’s secret-recipe onion-ring sauce, which has a mild yet distinct horseradish P erson of the year FISH OUT kick. OF WATER A $6.99 lunch combo includes one AWARD piece of fish, fries and a soft drink. A two- piece dinner with fries and slaw is $11.99, Stark superheroes three pieces for $13.99. All-you-can-eat WINNER: Beer- beer-battered fish (not cod) is available for battered cod at $9.99 Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday nights. feast awards Eadies Fish CHILD ABUSE Equally appealingINVESTIGATION to the UNITseafood at Eadies is the through radioactive spider bite, but his House cozy, seafood-shack vibe of the place with its wood investigative powers have led to the arrest and prosecution of some of the most des- paneling, low ceiling, bric-a-brac-coveredDETECTIVE walls and rock picable, deplorable criminals imaginable. DEPARTMENTThis isn’t Grizzard’s first time to be recognized for MASSILLON POLICE ’n’ country soundtrack. Have a cold draft beer or blenderhis work. He had an entire chapter in Chris Hansen’s Get OUt!: W ellness & Travel Honorable mention: 2007 book, “To Catch a Predator: Protecting Your Kids BOBBY GRIZZARDfrom Online Enemies Already in Your Home,” dedicated cocktail and pretend you’re on vacation, even in the deadto ofhis work on the Internet, where he spent years posing Fried fish dinner at as children online to find and stop sexual predators, a winter. practice he does very little of anymore. “Technology is so fast and improving so rapidly that we Tim’s Tavern he first thing I notice in law enforcement have a difficult time in staying ahead when I walk into Detective Bobby—Dan Grizzard’s Kaneof the curve. These individuals are tech savvy, and with office at the Massillon Police Department is a smartphones they expect 24/7 access to children. wall of coloring-book pages, colored by some ( Arts &) Culture Shock Within minutes, they can determine if the person they’re Tof the many children who have had to come to his office talking to online is in fact a child,” said Grizzard. during his 20 years on the job in Massillon’s Child He admits that the challenge online for parents today Abuse Investigations Unit. is tough and getting tougher. He has found that the aver- The second is a massive collection of Spiderman para- age child now has three Facebook pages: one that their phernalia. At first, I mistake the toys as being intended parents know about, one their friends know about and for the kids. They are, in fact, just half of Grizzard’s one they keep secret. According to Grizzard, even the best impressive collection. A superhero with a superhero col- kids make poor judgments when it comes to social media. lection. The irony is not lost on me. BLUE RIBBON BEEF AWARD And he may not have been granted superpowers Stark Secrets A 28 WINNER: Juicy Lucy stuffed burger at the Canton Club Event Center Hot Right Now: T ech

Honorable mention: Customized gourmet burger with bottomless steak fries at Red Robin The Eureka! Issue

xclusive businessmen’s club, restaurant, event center. The Canton Club in downtown Canton Local Faves (Reader’s Choice) has a long and storied history, and a 14-story view of the center city that is a can’t-miss in its ownE right. The lush, turn-of-the-century furnishings make each visit a exclusive homes nostalgic nod to the extravagant dining of yesteryear. But what you might not know is that, for our money, it also has one of the best burgers in the county. The Juicy Lucy arrives tableside with a gooey secret: a bub- true traditions bling, cheese-filled center trapped inside fresh, grass-fed beef. Topped with the usual fixings and placed delicately on a brioche bun, the flavor is the perfect marriage of gourmet delicacy and down-home comfort. The holiday issue And you’ll kick yourself if you don’t make it a double feature by adding the club’s seasoned steak fries. Historic ambiance, exquisite beef: blue ribbon by any standard. —Jess Bennett DRESS the part hen entertaining or attending a party, deciding what to wear can be perplexing.BY KELSEY REINHART a dress code for parties is a great idea so guests know what to wear. Nothing is worse than showing up to a cocktail party dressed tooSuggesting casual- ly or too formally. Here are some dress codes to consider when throwing toW put the dress codea party, on the depending invitations on sothe guests activities can plannedarrive in forappropriate the evening. style. Remember PANTS CASUAL: FANCY FUN: This is the most informal of the party dress codes. If you plan for guests to participate in activ- ities, such as dancing or playing games, this is the This is the most elegant of the party dress dress code for your party. It allows guests to be a codes. If your party is mainly an evening of bit more casual and comfortable, yet still look nice. dinner and conversation, this is your best This option is great for those who have children. bet. Guests can show off their best attire while having a nice night. This is an espe- Ladies: dressy pants, dark-wash jeans, col- ored pants, embellished tops, ballet flats, cially good choice if children aren’t invit- heels, boots. Sequined ballet flats can really ed to the event. make an outfit stand out. Ladies: little black dresses, cocktail- length dresses, skirts, heels, jewelry Gentlemen: dark-wash jeans, dress shoes, sweaters, button- down shirts untucked. and hair accessories, embellished clutch purses. Simple jewelry pieces, such as the amethyst DRESS CASUAL: ones shown, can make a big impact. This choice is ideal for dinner parties that include some games, some food and conversa- Gentlemen: dress tion. If you plan for guests to mingle and pants, dress shoes, move about the house and possibly play some collared button- card games or board games, this would be the down dress shirts, best choice. This option also works well if ties, shirts and guests are bringing children. ties with sweaters, suit Ladies: casual dresses, casual skirts, embel- lished tops, sweaters, ballet flats, heels, boots, jackets. no jeans. Gentlemen: dark-wash jeans, dress shoes, suit jackets, sweaters, dress shirts and ties, sweater vests. Polka dotted or striped bowties give a modern look to a classic.

Jewelry can be purchased at Jülz by Alan Rodriguez in Canton. The sterling silver pendant with a cushion Amethyst and diamond pictured below is $595. The Sterling silver and rhodium sparkle bead necklace with five Amethysts pictured to the far right is $495.

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36 Inside Every Issue MARCH NOTABLES SWANKY SWIGS, MONOCLE & ALL TAPAS 218 BRINGS HIP, SPANISH CONCEPT TO DOWNTOWN

It’s nice to see Mr. Peanut getting some Open now downtown is the Spanish-inspired Tapas 218, with a seasonal, small-plate competition—or at least some company, after menu and bourbon bar. The concept comes from Tony Ly, owner of Basil Asian Bistro, and all these years. Cultured Coffee is the latest co-owner Steve Coon of Coon Restoration, who also owns the building. Located at 218 on the scene of a highly caffeinated Stark Court Ave. NW (previously Fedeli restaurant, and more recently, Tozzi’s Downtown), a visit County, especially downtown, where four cof- will open your palate to classic Spanish tapas—an array of hot or cold appetizers or snack- fee shops already have taken root during the size portions—like the ceviche, pictured below. The idea is to order a variety of these small, past 10 years. Some things do set Cultured mix-and-match dishes to create a full meal, which makes Tapas 218 a great place for shar- Coffee apart—namely, beans roasted by ing and trying new things (though many may be ordered as a full portion on their own). Coffee Tree Roasters in Pittsburgh, the We like the calamari tacos ($9), empanadas ($6) and the jamon cerrano and machanego homey, (shabby) chic interior, and of course, a cheese platter ($8 or $12), imported from Spain. mustachioed main man. So, far be it for us to Vegetarian and gluten-free choices, and a five-course ($40) or eight-course ($60) tai- take owner Heath Hamlin & Co. to task sim- lored tapas tasting is available—ask for the chef’s choice. Tapas 218 is open 11 a.m. to ply for giving the people what they want, 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 4 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. For the full because apparently they want coffee. menu, visit tapas218.com. new Notables Section

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Cultured Coffee Co. 309 Cleveland Ave. NW, Canton culturedcoffeeco.com views SECTION WILL EXPAND GROWN-UP SCIENCE FAIR GREEN GETS ITS TWIST ON As part of the 20/20 Vision planning Expanding on an already-sizable hospital- ‘MORE THAN A GAME’ process, ArtsinStark’s Innovation ity empire, the Swaldo family, owners of Committee tackled this challenge: How to Gervasi Vineyard, have unveiled their latest EXHIBIT HONORS POWELL position Stark County as one of the endeavor—The Twisted Olive. Nestled in THROUGHOUT THE YEAR The inspirational story of the late 10 most innovative communities of its the city of Green, the restaurant will offer a William Powell and Clearview Golf size in America. The “Genius Awards” are vibrant dining experience and casual menu Club is being showcased in “More the beginning of a strategy for doing just of classic Italian American fare. Projected to Than A Game,” an exhibit open now at that. We at GateHouse Ohio Media are open late this year, the 16,000-square-foot the United States Golf Association one of the teams that opened a top-secret property will feature multiple dining spaces, Museum in New Jersey. The exhibit “genius” trunk last month, which held all including a walk-out pub on the lower level. highlights the creation of African- instructions about the challenge and the American golf clubs during the Jim Crow only materials that can be used to solve it. BETTER IS GOOD era, and their positive impact on commu- Other competitors include Aultman, Recently, Fishers Foods debuted a new nities across the country. Founded in 1946 Belden Brick, Chase, Day Ketterer, health food store-within-a-store concept at in East Canton, Ohio, Clearview is the only Diebold, FirstMerit, Huntington Bank, the Fulton Dr. location. Fishers Better For public golf course in the U.S. designed, built KeyBank, Kenan Advantage Group, You specializes in all things healthy—featur- and owned by an African-American. The Krugliak, Wilkins, Griffiths & Dougherty, ing the largest selection of gluten-free items exhibit celebrates the contributions of Powell Mercy Medical Center and the Timken in the county, thousands of new items not and the other men and women who made sac- Co. The awards, showcasing each team’s currently available in the area and an on-site rifices in an effort to realize their dream of solution, will be from 6 to 8:30 p.m. dietitian. The store is designed to help local equality on the greens. For more information March 18 at the Cultural Center for the residents start on the road to eating better, about the exhibit, visit usga.org. Arts. For details, visit artsinstark.com. feeling better and looking better.

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Where does everyone gather when you entertain guests? Pam Oster: “Kitchen is my thought—and in planning their home purchase or build my clients (I am a Realtor) always speak to the need to have their vision be met best it can in the open area. If they have owned before they know what they do not want! The man cave runs a close second depending on the age bracket.” Denise McDannold: “Our kitchen or our back PHOTO FROM TIFFANY LABRIOLA yard” Appetizer or dessert? Chatter What are your favorite restaurants? Danielle McKimm Shaheen: “Usually neither but added Tiffany Labriola: “The Triple Nickel (Amvets it would be appetizer if I had one” Post), best burgers in downtown!!” Dana Durkin Noland: “Always appetizers!” Annette Rosenberger: “91 is our go to.” Amanda Oberhauser: “Neither, I'd choose a LETTERS FROM about READERS Tricia M. Ostertag: “Basil” drink over those. lol”

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FIRST FRIDAY ARTS FILM, THEATER & DANCE FILM, THEATER MUSIC ATTRACTIONS & FUNCTIONS ATTRACTIONS 5 FOOD & DINING SPORTING EVENTS

Kick off March with a festive night downtown. Downtown Canton’s redesigned monthly arts party starts at 5:30 p.m. March 7. The free event contin- ues in the arts district downtown from 6 to 10 p.m. Visit cantonarts- district.com/firstfriday for more information. calendar LOTS OF LAUGHS Comedian Lily Tomlin will be at Cleveland’s PlayhouseSquare Center at an essential list of 7:30 p.m. March 9. Tomlin has received and been nominated for many awards for her work as a comedian and actress. Enjoy an evening of fun and laughs for $10 to $55. things to see, do and be RHYTHM IN THE NIGHT Canton’s Palace Theatre will host an Irish Dance Spectacular at 7:30 p.m. March 17. Catch the interesting tale of good vs. evil in which deception reigns and temptation rivals the strongest of wills, for $30 seen doing, including to $60.

BEER TASTING our “musts.” Cuyahoga Valley’s Scenic Railroad at Akron’s Northside Station will have a fun night March 21. The Ales on Rails beer tasting will start at 7 p.m. with a beer tasting on the railroad, 27 Ridge St. Tickets are $45.

HELL HATH NO FURY A new stage play, Tyler Perry’s Hell Hath No Fury Like a Woman Scorned, will be at the Palace Theatre at PlayhouseSquare Center in Cleveland on March 27 and 28. The play features Cheryl Pepsii Riley and Patrice Lovely. Tickets are $48 to $52.

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March 1 through 16 March 7 March 8 THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK CUYAHOGA VALLEY FLAVORFUL FOOD SHOW Story about a young German- SCENIC RAILROAD 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Contact Jewish teen who was forced to GRAPE ESCAPE Hartville MarketPlace for addi- hide during the Holocaust. Times WINE TASTING tional information. Hartville and dates vary. Tickets are $19 to A Taste of MarketPlace, 1289 Edison St. NW, $25. Players Guild Theatre, Washington Lake Township. 330-877-9860 or Cultural Center for the Arts, 1001 State wines. www.hartvillemarketplace.com. Market Ave. N, Canton. 330-453- 7 p.m. Tickets 7617 or www.playersguild are $57 to theatre.com. $77. Cuyahoga Valley Scenic March 14-16 redesigned Railroad, Akron CANTON BALLET March 4 Northside Station, 27 The Wizard of Oz. Reminisce RAIN: A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES Ridge St. 800-468-4070 or with Dorothy, Toto and their yel- Concert. 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $34 to www.cvsr.com. low brick road friends as they calendar $54. EJ Thomas Hall, University of travel to the Land of Oz. Akron, 198 Hill St. 330-972-7570 or March 23 Dates and times vary. www.ejthomashall.com. MAIZE VALLEY Ticket information avail- NINTH ANNIVERSARY able at the Canton fun new look for local Winery open house. 2 to 5 p.m. Ballet, 1001 Market Ave. March 20 Contact Maize Valley Winery for N, 330-455-7220 or VINTNER’S DINNER pricing. Maize Valley Winery & www.cantonballet.com. Features new wines and new Market, 6193 Edison St. NE, foods. 6:30 p.m. Call for pricing. Marlboro Township. 330-877-8344 events and happenings, Maize Valley Winery & Market, or www.maizevalleywinery.com. 6193 Edison St. NE, Marlboro Township. 330-877-8344 or www.maizevalleywinery.com. March 28 organized by category through April 11 CHARLOTTE’S WEB E.B. White’s for ease of use. tale about a young girl growing up on her family’s farm March 29-30 and the friendship she SESAME STREET LIVE made with the runt of a pig litter, rescuing him from cer- Elmo Makes Music. Dates and tain death. The pig befriends a spider, Charlotte, who uses times vary. Canton Memorial Civic March 21-22 her web to help Wilbur, the pig, become more valuable to Center, 1101 Market Ave. N. GERVASI’S CELEBRATE CHOCOLATE WEEKEND its owners. Times and dates vary. Tickets are $12 to $15. 330-489-3090 or www.cantoncivic Various chocolate events. Times and events Players Guild Theatre, Cultural Center for the Arts, 1001 center.com. vary. Contact Gervasi for pricing. Gervasi Market Ave. N, Canton. 330-453-7617 or www.players Vineyard, 1700 55th St. NE, Canton. 330-497- guildtheatre.com. 1000 or www.gervasivineyard.com.

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UNBELIEVABLE ROLL From Jasmine Asian Bistro is perfect for sushi newbies, with crab, cream cheese and rice, topped with tempura red snapper, spicy mayo and chef’s special sauce. area’s latest dining THREE STOPS ON YOUR ROLLING THROUGH CANTON SUSHI SOJOURN destinations or a BY YVETTE ZINGERY | PHOTOS BY JULIE BOTOS can remember the first time I ate sushi. It was fueling the sushi fetish in all of us, from about a dozen years ago when a friend casual to fine dining, Hibachi steakhouses, took me to House of Hunan in even a sushi drive-thru. Below is a small Fairlawn. It was there I learned the sampling of my favorites, along with a few feature on area chefs ropes: navigating tiny dishes with other menu items that pair well. I purpose- chopsticks,I gently stirring wasabi into soy fully highlighted varying levels on the sushi sauce, “cleansing my palate” with small journey, from “beginner” to “hard core” (my If you’re looking to test the pieces of pickled ginger. Indulging in that husband’s term). If you’re still not sold, waters, Jasmine’s Unbelievable or dining trends first tuna roll changed me forever. It was as check out “Jiro Dreams of Sushi” (a docu- Roll is proof that eating good if I had been inducted into an elite club. mentary on Netflix) to find some major life Years later, I love to eat sushi whenever I inspiration and learn more about what goes sushi need not involve raw fish.” can find someone game to do it with. At into the art of sushi making. times, I definitely step out of my comfort Jasmine Asian Bistro, located on 30th St. zone: eel, octopus, roe, sashimi — some I’ve NW in Canton, is a must-try in Canton’s grown to like more than others, but thanks sushi world—having been voted Best Sushi to some adventurous friends I’ve found it in Stark County by both The Repository and doesn’t hurt to try them all. About readers. Don’t be deceived by its Surprisingly, Stark County has acquired a plaza location; the interior is unexpectedly number of notable restaurants capable of pleasant, with low lighting and just a hint of 40 ABOUT STARK COUNTY || MARCH 2014 “ or Inside Every Issue DINE ABOUT TOWN LISTINGS

BENDER’S RESTAURANT Monday. $$$ 137 Court Ave. SW, Canton THE CRUSH HOUSE CUISINE: Casual Venetian- 330-453-8424 style lunches and dinners in a lively atmosphere. www.bendersrestaurant.com Perfect for a fun lunch, casual dinner or later- CUISINE: Seafood. Casual, elegant down- night snack, modestly priced. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. town dining. Perhaps Bender’s famous Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. tomato salad or a healthy filet of fresh Friday and Saturday, closed Sunday. $$ Eastern baby halibut will strike your tastes. If beef is on your mind, try one of Bender’s finest steaks or KOZMO’S GRILLE chops. Jerry Jacob’s passion for 37 First St. SW, Massillon special wine provides you with nearly 330-832-8807 400 premium wines to please your www.kozmosgrille.com palate. Our customers travel the CUISINE: American bistro. Famous for world and return wondering why award-winning hearthstone-baked pizzas, they get the best and most consis- and featuring homemade soups, salads, advertising tent seafood in Canton, Ohio. sandwiches, steaks, chops, ribs, seafood and Experience the difference! Open for pastas. Nightly Madness food and beverage spe- lunch Monday through Friday, dinner cials, including half-price bottles of wine on Monday through Saturday. Saturday. 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through dine about Thursday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, 4 to 10 p.m. Saturday DESERT INN 204 12th St. NW, Canton 330-456-1766 LUCCA town listings CUISINE: Middle Eastern/American. Five-time 228 Fourth St. NW, Canton winner (2008-2012) of Fox 8’s “Best Romantic 330-456-2534 Restaurant in NE Ohio.” Known for shish luccadowntown.com kebabs served “family style” with Grecian CUISINE: Italian. Located in the heart of salad, rice pilaf, broasted potatoes, downtown Canton’s vibrant Arts District lies feature your garlic toast. Assorted Arabic appetiz- Lucca, inspired by the cuisine of the lush ers. Steaks, lobster, rack of lamb, Tuscany region in Italy. Lucca is committed to prime rib. Open Monday through using locally sourced ingredients, seasonal Saturday for lunch and dinner preparations and a commitment to the fresh- (Sundays from Thanksgiving est produce. Lucca is also known for its selec- restaurant in our through Mother’s Day). tion of international and domestic wines all Reservations recommended. served in their alluring dining room. Lucca is Lunch $; Dinner $$$ farm to table fare with flair! 5 to 10 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Bar open late Friday dining listings, starting and Saturday. GERVASI VINEYARD 1700 55th St. NE, Canton 330-497-1000 www.gervasivineyard.com MILK & HONEY Two Unique Dining Options: 3400 Cleveland Ave. NW, Canton at just $50/month. 330-492-5884 THE BISTRO CUISINE: Relaxed rustic CUISINE: American. Featuring sodas, sundaes, Italian fine dining. Reservations recom- banana splits, and ice cream cones. Delicious mended. 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday through chocolates! Fresh-roasted peanuts! Stop in for Thursday, 5 to 10 p.m. Friday, noon to 10 p.m. lunch and dinner! Sandwiches, soup, great food! Saturday, noon to 8 p.m. Sunday, closed Open every day for lunch and dinner.

PRICING GUIDE: (based on the average cost of a dinner entrée) About magazine’s Restaurant Guide listings are paid advertisements. For full listing price guidelines and information about how $ Less than $10 $$$ From $16 to $25 to advertise, please call Ken Hutton at 330-580-8422 or [email protected] . $$ From $10 to $25 $$$$ More than $25

44 ABOUT STARK COUNTY || MARCH 2014 Inside Every Issue LIFE & STYLE A DAY IN THE LIFE Dave Baloun, wine expert

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According to Dave Baloun, Elevage seeks to “ele- vate the business and enjoyment of wine” a unique job through tasting events, restaurant consulting, corporate events and travel programs.

BY DENISE SAUTTERS | PHOTOS BY JULIE BOTOS urning your passion into your career is an According to Baloun, Elevage seeks to “ele- envy many share, but not Dave Baloun. He vate the business and enjoyment of wine” has turned his passion for wine through tasting events, restaurant consult- into a business, and he is loving ing, corporate events and travel programs. On a typical day, I work with every minute of it. restaurants and-or individuals T“It is a bit of a tricky endeavor at times, A DAY IN THE LIFE OF BALOUN who want to learn about wine.” but I am having a good time with it,” said the retired insurance risk adviser from “On a typical day, I work with restaurants DAVE BALOUN Leonard Insurance Services. and-or individuals who want to learn about He is using the skills he developed to help wine,” he said. “I also spend a lot of time people with their insurance choices in his doing research, and learning about new new business, Elevage Wine Advisors. things going on in the industry. I try to stay 20 ABOUT STARK COUNTY || MARCH 2014 “ Inside Every Issue LIFE & STYLE BENNETT’S FINE MEATS 2715 Fulton Dr. NW, Plain Township 330-454-6918 shop local splurge! dan kane’s monthly mini guide to great finds SPLURGE: ENTERTAINING EDITION found local (for $50!) BY DAN KANE | PHOTOS BY JULIE BOTOS

ntertaining guests on any scale can be a tall Meats, a local landmark for order. Whether your shindig is at 37 years at its current home or away, splurge on our picks location. for fantastic local products and “It’s all natural, no addi- make any occasion one to remem- tives, cut fresh,” said Mary Eber. Pukansky, who co-owns the The idea for our monthly Splurge col- business with her husband, umn was born from the 3/50 Project, a Mike. nationwide movement among local retail- The vast meat case at ers to promote one thing—shopping local. Bennett’s offers an abundance Each month, Splurge showcases unique of T-bone, rib-eye, porter- products and gift ideas you can find right house, filet and rolled flank here in Stark County, each for around $50. steaks, and the shop’s special- Six of these 10-ounce beef loin strip blended beef seasoning is both steaks run about $50 at Bennett’s Fine famous and a big seller.

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n September, Gervasi Vineyards hosted its sec- multiple food outlets, there also were spe- ond annual grape festival, Festa Gervasi. The cialty vendors and family activities including event featured live music, food and a relay race and grape stomping. Vineyard fun, and it benefited the United Way tours, bocce ball and corn hole tournaments I of Greater Stark County. Along with also took place throughout the day. enhanced out & about snapshots

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Our popular back page area now showcases both our own talented SNOW ROLLERS This photo shot by Bob Rossiter shows two snow rollers. These are formed when strong winds consistently blow across a snow-covered photographers, and our field. The field has to be covered with an icy, crusty snow layer that is sticky so that the snow can stick to the roll as it moves. READERS’ PHOTOS talented reader We asked for your snowy, winter weather photos, and you sent in some great moments. Tricia Ostertag sent a photo of Jesse’s version of a snowmobile. Stay warm, Jesse! Autumn Karcher sent us a photo of her dog photogs. enjoying the snow. Great photo, Autumn!

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