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    Happy Birthday, Crawford County — Maybe

    by  • February 13, 2012 • Life in Galion • 1 Comment

    Yesterday, Crawford County celebrated its birthday — maybe.

    On February 12, 1820, 192 years ago, the Ohio General Assembly enacted legislation forming Crawford County from what was then a much-bigger Delaware County. The boundaries of the county were quite different upon formation, however. A 4-mile strip on its eastern edge, an area which now includes both Galion and Crestline, was in Richland County, while all land “north of the Indian Reservation” was overseen by Seneca County.

    And that’s the birthdate given the county by sources like Ohio History Central.

    Even though Crawford County had been formed, it remained “under the jurisdiction” of Delaware County until 1823, when jurisdiction was assumed by Marion County. On January 31, 1826, it assumed control of its own destiny with its original 1820 borders.

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    One Month to Go

    by  • February 6, 2012 • News & Views • 0 Comments

    Traveling down Harding Way West these days brings dashes of color to the eyes. Election signs abound during primary season, and this year is certainly no exception.

    The picture here, for instance, shows signs for competing candidates for Crawford County Prosecutor, directly across the street from one another.

    With one month to go today until the March 6 primary election, we’re taking a moment to recap who and what is on the ballot for Galion voters. Contested races to be decided include the following (listed in the order provided by the Crawford County Board of Elections), among others:

    Democractic Primary:

    • Crawford County Sheriff — Christopher J. Heydinger, Scott M. Kent

    Republican Primary:

    • US Senator — David W. Dodt, Donna K. Gilsman, Eric LaMont Gregory, Josh Mandel, Michael L. Pryce
    • State

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    State of the Vision Meeting Held; Individuals Recognized

    by  • January 31, 2012 • News & Views • 1 Comment

    The Crawford: 20/20 Vision Project recently held a combination planning and review session combined with an event to honor project participants. Media was not invited to the event, however this afternoon we received a press release detailing the individuals and groups recognized. This press release follows.

    The tireless work that is needed to improve a community often goes unnoticed. On Monday, January 24, the Crawford: 20/20 Vision recognized community leaders for their efforts to move Crawford County forward in a positive direction.

    During the first ever State of the Vision meeting at Victory in Truth Ministries, 6 individuals were honored for their efforts in carrying out the Crawford: 20/20 Vision plan, which is a product of input from members of the Crawford County community. Those individuals recognized during the evening … Read the rest

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    County Unemployment Rate Drops Significantly

    by  • December 20, 2011 • News & Views • 0 Comments

    Something is clearly happening with the local job market – either a substantially higher number of county residents are obtaining employment, or else a large number of given up efforts to find a job. Either way, Crawford County saw the largest percentage drop in its unemployment rate among north central Ohio counties in November according to figures released this morning by the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services.

    According to those statistics, the November local rate was at 9.9 percent, down 1.3 percent from the month before. This decrease mirrored those statewide (a .5 percent decrease) and nationally (down .4 percent).

    ODJFS numbers note that service-providing industries saw a rise of 5,600 jobs from October. Other significant gains were in trade, transportation and utilities (3,500 jobs), government (1,500), financial … Read the rest

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