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Editors NoteSummer Festivities

Fun facts about Americas National Anthem

Calendar of EventsSurrounding areas give you something to do

Joke CornerSpeeding Ticket

The Last WordLeaving you with a nal thought

Now & Then WELLNESS

Now & Then LIFESTYLEFathers DayGreat gifts for dear old dad

Listen Up!Cleartone Hearing Aid Services

Johnny Appleseed DaysCelebrating 50 years

Restaurant ReviewCharm Family Restaurant

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Health ColumnHow to sleep better at night

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Summer days are here at last and there are so many great things to do and celebrate. First off, Fathers Day is right around the corner. Fire up the grill and make dad some of his favorite steaks or burgers. If youre stumped on what to get dad, check out our Great gifts for dear old dad story.

The Fourth of July holiday is also something to get excited over this summer. There are plenty of places to catch a great reworks show or community festival. Both Wooster and Orrville put on some of the best shows around and even some of the smaller communities in the county put on a great display. (See our calendar of events for listings.)

The Johnny Appleseed Days Festival promises to be one the best ones yet as they celebrate 50 years and honor one of its residents who has been portraying the iconic Johnny Appleseed for 43 years. There is something for the whole family, from inatables for the kids, to live entertainment and chicken BBQ both days.

Have you noticed yourself turning up the TV just a little louder than normal or having to listen hard to understand the preacher at the front of the church? Do you nd yourself withdrawing from social events because youre afraid you just wont be able to understand what your peers are saying or fear you will be teased for constantly asking what? You may be subject to hearing loss.

Steven and Pat Strnad of Cleartone Hearing Aid services in Wooster say that hearing loss is gradual. It may be hard to detect until several years down the road. Its important to have an annual screening and the friendly folks at Cleartone are happy to help.

Finally, if you are looking for a good home-style meal and a scenic country drive on the way, head on out to Charm Family Restaurant. What used to be known as Grandmas Homestead has a new name but a similar feel with even more great menu items. It will be worth the drive for excellent service and a great food.

There are plenty of things to get out and do as the summer days beckon. Our calendar of events is full to the brim with community festivals and happenings for you to check out.

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Fathers Day is right around the corner, and the time has come once again to begin searching for a gift for dear old dad. Fathers Day gift shoppers have long since abandoned the notion that a new necktie is what dad really wants, but nding a gift that expresses your love and appreciation for the old man can still prove somewhat challenging.Oftentimes, the best gifts are the ones that fulll a need or want, and Fathers Day gifts are no exception. The following are a handful of Fathers Day gift ideas for dads whose hobbies run the gamut.

THE SPORTS NUTDads who cant get enough of their favorite teams would no doubt appreciate some new gear or even tickets to see their favorite teams play. If you opt to buy tickets to a ballgame, make it a family affair, as dad would no doubt appreciate an afternoon at the ballpark with his kids and/or grandkids. For a father who no longer lives in the market where his teams play, consider purchasing a streaming service or television package that allows the old man to see his favorite team no matter where hes living.

THE MOVIE MOGULSome dads simply cant get enough of the silver screen, and a streaming service that allows dad to watch many of his favorite movies on demand from the comforts of home might make the perfect gifts for lm-loving fathers. Services like Netix and Amazon Prime offer hundreds of titles, and monthly or yearly subscriptions cost relatively little money.

THE OUTDOORSMANFathers who love the great outdoors might appreciate some new camping gear, a new shing pole or even some comfortable hiking boots. When shopping for the outdoorsman in your life, consider which outdoor activity is his favorite (i.e., boating, shing, kayaking, etc.) and try to nd the latest useful gadget or newest product made for such enthusiasts. If you dont share the same passion for the great outdoors and are hesitant to buy something youre unsure about, a gift certicate to an outdoorsman or sporting goods store will sufce.

THE DOTING GRANDFATHERSome men simply want to spend more time with family, especially grandfathers who never tire of afternoons with their grandchildren. If dad has retired and moved away, a trip to see his grandkids might make the ideal gift this Fathers Day. Arrange the dates with mom so you are not surprising dad with a trip at a time when he already has plans, and make sure to schedule some fun activities for those days when dad is in town.Fathers Day is a time each year when dads are told how much they are loved and appreciated. This year, a gift that implies both those sentiments is sure to make dad smile.

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Hearing loss can be a slow, gradual issue that can also be a symptom of a larger issue or disease. Cleartone Hearing Aid Services in Wooster helps patients turn up the volume on those causes or issues, which it has been doing for over 30 years.

Its our baby, said Pat Strnad, audiologist at Cleartone. Along with her husband, Steven Strnad, an audioprosthologist, the two own Cleartone, which they started in 1986.

Pat Strnad said she originally wanted to become a nurse. But upon her rst sight of blood realized the jobs daily routine was not for her.

So she switched gears and became an audiologist in 1983, because she does really enjoy helping people.

Meanwhile, her husband, Steve Strnad (trained as an English teacher), found her work more interesting than his own and decided to change his career path, too. They

opened Cleartone in 1986 and believe in their work so much the Strnads assist those in need of hearing services around the world through Central American Medical Outreach (CAMO) and the Starkey Hearing Foundation.

I have had many experiences tting children in Central America with hearing aids through work with CAMO, said Steven Strnad. He explained it was one of the most rewarding experiences for him seeing the children learn to speak for the rst time because they can hear.

Cleartone a full service hearing health center, which provides diagnostic testing through to hearing aid solutions is a true family business. It has trickled down into the way the Strnads help not only their patients, but their families, too.

Hearing loss affects everybody in the family, Pat Strnad said. People can lose their jobs, and she even had one patient tell her Cleartones work saved their marriage.

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Sometimes I feel like a marriage counselor, she joked.But all joking aside, Pat and Steve said hearing loss can be

a symptom of larger issues, such as dementia or short-term memory loss. Hearing loss can also contribute to depression.

When youre older it bothers you more, said Pat Strnad. She explained that one of her patients told her they quit going to church because they found it hard to understand the sermon.

People with hearing loss may start to withdrawal from social activities they used to enjoy because they become frustrated when they cant understand or hear their peers well. It can also be embarrassing, especially when that person becomes the butt of the hearing loss jokes, Pat Strnad added.

The Strnads noted a person experiencing hearing loss oftentimes focuses more on trying to hear, which can lead to them losing focus on other functions.

People with hearing loss are four times more likely to be hospitalized, said Pat Strnad. Hearing loss often contributes to falling. A person with hearing loss becomes so focused on trying to hear that they lose focus and concentration on their surroundings.

In certain cases, wax build-up can be the issue; others can stem from traumatic incidents, nerve damage or years of exposure to loud noises.

Typically, hearing loss is a slow process, Pat Strnad said, as it usually takes seven years before an individual notices a change.

Its important to at least have an annual screening, she said. In order to help patients and their families, Cleartone offers free screenings. But then a full range of hearing services and

state-of-the-art equipment to assist those with hearing issues.Both Pat and Steven hold various speaking engagements

and demonstrations on hearing loss and the devices available. The Strnads are always willing to walk new patients through new devices to ensure that the transition to better hearing is not a scary one.

Nowadays, hearing aids all have computers, Steven Strnad said.

More than 30 years ago, a screwdriver could change or adjust levels on a hearing aid. Now, the Strnads program them digitally.

And now you can even control them with an iPhone, Steven Strnad said, as well as have the ability to nd a lost hearing aid with an iPhone.

Ive used that (function) before, Pat Strnad said, when she lost her hearing aid in the past. After heading home one evening and realizing she had left her hearing aids behind, the app lead her right back to the ofce. The technology is so precise that it even lead Pat directly to her desk where she had left them. It does a sort of hot and cold thing until you nd them, she added.

Cleartone also offers a service through the Starkey Foundation and the Quota Club to recycle used hearing aids. Even if the hearing aid no longer works or was custom tted for a specic individual, the parts can be refurbished and used in new hearing aids.

Cleartone Hearing Aid Services is located at 636 Beall Ave., Wooster. It can be reached by phone at 330-262-2200 or at www.cleartonehearing.com.

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The National Sleep Foundation notes that adults between the ages of 26 and 64 need an average of seven to nine hours of sleep per night. Such a sleep schedule may be ideal, but many adults juggling work and family nd it difcult to get seven hours of sleep per night, much less eight or nine.While there may not be any way for adults to get more sack time at night, there are ways for men and women to get a better nights rest so they can approach each day with as much energy as possible.

STICK TO A SCHEDULE. Keeping a sporadic sleeping schedule can make it difcult to get the kind of restorative sleep that can help you maintain adequate energy levels throughout the day. To ensure you get a better nights sleep, go to sleep at the same time each night and wake up at the same time each day. Try to stay true to your sleep schedule on weekends, resisting the temptation to sleep in later or stay up late on Friday and Saturday nights.

NAP EFFECTIVELY. Men and women who have the time to sneak in a nap may nd that napping is a more effective way to make up for inadequate sleep than sleeping in late in the morning. Effective napping allows men and women to recharge without affecting their ability to fall asleep at night. Napping in the early afternoon and keeping nap time to between 20 and 30 minutes can provide the energy boost you need and help you make it through the after-dinner hours without feeling drowsy. Such drowsiness can lead to post-dinner periods of dozing that can make it difcult to fall asleep come bedtime.

ADOPT A NIGHTTIME RITUAL. The NSF notes that a relaxing nighttime ritual that is noticeably different from the hustle and bustle of the rest of your day can help your body adjust for sleep, increasing the chance that you will get a more restful nights sleep. Relaxing ways to unwind before climbing into to bed to fall asleep including reading a book, listening to calming music or taking a warm bath. Once you nd something that works, stick with it.

FIND TIME TO EXERCISE. Studies have shown that men and women who exercise regularly benet from more restful nights sleep. Finding the right time to exercise is essential, as many people nd that exercising right before bed elevates their heart and stimulates their body in ways that make it difcult to fall asleep. Exercising in the early morning can provide more energy throughout the day, and come bedtime your body might be more ready to fall asleep. However, if you nd yourself exercising at the expense of your sleep, try to nd another time to get your workout in.

ENSURE YOUR BEDROOM IS SLEEP-FRIENDLY. The NSF recommends maintaining a relatively cool temperature between 60 and 67 F in your bedroom for sleeping. In addition, eliminate any potential distractions, such as light and noise, that can negatively affect your ability to fall asleep. Humidiers, eye shades or even machines that generate white noise can effectively counter any distractions that you cannot get rid of on your own.

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Story by CATIE NOYESNOW & THEN EDITOR

One of the biggest small-town festivals around, Johnny Appleseed Days kicks off in Apple Creek this July. This year marks 50 years of celebrating the community of Apple Creek and the people that make it a great place to live. Newcomers to the festival may be surprised to spot Johnny Appleseed making his return to Apple Creek, spreading his apple seeds along the streets once again.

Sue Gochnauer, committee secretary for the festival, has been working hard to collect information on previous festivals so that she can showcase the history of the festival at the upcoming Johnny Appleseed Days.

The rst Johnny Appleseed Days took place July 30-31, 1965 and was started by the Apple Creek Chamber of Commerce. The festival was started as a way for community members to get together and celebrate - a homecoming of sorts.

Each year members of the community are recognized for going the extra mile to help out in the community. In the past, community members have been recognized in groups (such as the re department, Lions Club and Legion), as couples or as individuals.

JOHNNY APPLESEED DAYS

TOP: SCENES FROM THE VERY FIRST JOHNNY APPLESEED DAYS. (LEFT) THE YEAR WAS 1965 WHEN AN 18 YEAR "YOUNG CURT MORRIS LEAD THE PROCESSION ON HORSEBACK FOLLOWED BY BOB MARTHEY, FORREST MESSNER, WEB STAUFFER, AND AN UNKNOWN VETERAN AS COLOR GUARD. NOTE THE "SNACK SHOP, APPLE CREEK BANK, AND KENERS STORE IN THE BACKGROUND. (RIGHT) DR. MAYER AND JEFF CARSON RIDE IN THE VERY FIRST PARADE. MAYER-CARSON HALL IS NAMED AFTER THESE PROMINENT GENTLEMEN..

The festival incorporates a theme each year and portrays that theme on a wood nickel k e e p s a k e . This year, the theme will reect the 50th a n n i v e r s a r y of Johnny A p p l e s e e d D a y s . Gochnauer found, in previous years themes included: Mother Nature, the Ohio Bicentennial, the Civil War and Education in which local teachers were recognized as outstanding community individuals.

While it is a big year for the festival to celebrate 50 years, it is also a big year to recognize an individual who has played a supporting role in the festival as well. For 43 years, Harold Fry

nd in previous years themes included: Mother

MIDDLE RIGHT: HAROLD FRY AND WIFE JANICE AT THE 2006 JOHNNY APPLESEED DAYS. FRY WILL BE RECOGNIZED FOR PLAYING JOHNNY APPLESEED FOR 43 YEARS IN THE PARADE.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE JOHNNY APPLESEED FESTIVAL COMMITTEE

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has played the iconic Johnny Appleseed, leading the parade down main street and passing out apple seeds (candy) to the excited children.

Fry donned in burlap with a cooking pot on his head to portray the legendary Johnny Appleseed. According to Gochnauer, the real Johnny Appleseed has true connections to the area. Johnny Chapman (or Johnny Appleseed as many know him today) passed through the area planting apple trees along the banks of Little Sugarcreek before he made his way through Wooster. (www.applecreekhistoricalsociety.com)

A Cats Meow cut out has been created in Frys honor that features a picture of Fry dressed as Johnny Appleseed standing in front of an apple tree. This commemorative piece will be for sale at the festival. Due to health issues, Fry has not been able to take on his role as Johnny Appleseed, explained Gochnauer. Jack Pealer has resumed the duties, keeping the spirit of Johnny Appleseed alive during the festival.

[Johnny Appleseed Days] has evolved into a full-scale festival with live bands, games and food, said Gochnauer.

This years festival will be July 17 and 18 at Mayer Carson Hall and the Town Park and feature fun for the whole family. Fridays festivities will begin around 3:30 p.m. Guests can expect music by DJ Bruce Fisher, a chicken barbecue (starting at 4:30 p.m.), inatables for the children and more.

A ag raising will take place at 5 p.m. while the National Anthem is sung by Mike Amstutz. Amstutzs grandfather, Victor Amstutz, sang God Bless America at the very rst Johnny Appleseed Days, marking this a special family tradition.

Following the anthem, the Outstanding Citizen is recognized and the senior queen is crowned. Other evening activities include a cake walk, bingo, a 50/50 drawing and

the evening is concluded with entertainment by the Square Dancers.

Saturday morning, the fun resumes at 11 a.m. with more chicken BBQ to be enjoyed all day. The High Winds Farm from New Holland, Ohio will be giving pony rides for the children and feature their long-horned steer, Sancho who is 18 years old with horns measuring 6-feet in length from tip-to-tip.

Locals will be recognized for their help with Johnny Appleseed Days from 50 years ago to the present. The Johnny Appleseed days parade will step-off at 3:30 p.m. beginning at Dale James Ford and ending in the park.

People line up early along the sidewalks waiting for the parade to start, said Gochnauer. Johnny Appleseed leads the procession of re trucks, tractors, oats, horses and buggies and many more local faces. The kids race to the streets to collect as much candy as they can carry back to their seats.

When the parade wraps up in the park, a ag raising takes place as the National Anthem is sung once again this time by Debra Wellman. The rest of the afternoon consists of fun activities such as Whiz Bang! science show by Dr. Dave, a kiddie tractor pull, pie eating contest and more.

Test out your baking skills by entering the Baking with Apples Contest. Enter anything you can whip up with apples in the recipe. All submissions (recipe and baked goods) must be turned into Mayer Carson Hall by 3 p.m. on Saturday in order to be judged.

A youth boys baseball tournament will take place as well as a girls volleyball tournament. The evening will conclude with a performance by the Stockdale Family Band from Bolivar, Ohio starting at 7 p.m.

Johnny Appleseed Days is fun for the whole family but also has a purpose. All proceeds collected at this years festival

will go towards the Apple Creek Historical Society in order to nish their building. In past years, proceeds have gone towards keeping up the park. For more information call 330-698-3571.

ABOVE: SANCHO, THE STEER FROM HIGH WINDS FARM, IS 18 YEARS OLD WITH A 6 FT. HORN SPAN FROM TIP-TO-TIP. HE WILL BE AT JOHNNY APPLESEED DAYS THIS YEAR

ABOVE: MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT FROM THE STOCKDALE FAMILY BAND WILL START SATURDAY (7/18) AT 7 P.M.

ABOVE: LOCALS GATHER ALONG THE STREET TO WATCH THE 2006 JOHNNY APPLESEED DAYS PARADE.

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Calendar of EventsJune12-14American Cancer Society Relay for Life WoosterWhen: Fri, 7 p.m. Sat, 1 p.m.Where: Wooster High SchoolOvernight fundraiser event benefitting cancer research, celebrating survivorship and remembering those who lost the battle. 330-577-8773 www.relayforlife.org/wooster

12-14 & July 3-5 Cowboy Mounted Shooting RegionalsWhen: 10 AMWhere: Wayne County Fairgrounds Watch these cowboys compete in timed shooting matches on horseback. Family-oriented club with members in Wild West outfits. 614-905-2008 www.nooutlaws.com

13 Dalton Community Historical Society Strawberry FestivalWhen: 4:30-7 p.m.

Where: Dalton Memorial Park, South Mill StreetFresh strawberries, ice cream, sandwiches and live musical entertainment.

13 Guided Bird WalkWhen: 9 a.m.Where: Seaman Orientation Plaza-Secrest ArboretumMembers of the Greater Mohican Audubon Society accompany bird watchers of all skill levels scouting dozens of birds found in the arboretum. Please dress for the weather. secrest.osu.edu

13 Ohio Light Opera Opening Night GalaWhen: Following 7:30 p.m. performanceWhere: Freedlander Theatre330-263-2345 www.ohiolightopera.org

13 Every Womans House Garden Tour 2015When: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.Where: TBABenefit tour presented by Friends

& Neighbors of Every Womans House. Tickets are available at Buehlers in Wooster, Orrville and Wadsworth, Deborahs Garden Market in Wooster or online at www.everywomanshouse.org. Featuring 6 distinctive gardens plus 3 gardening seminars. Each garden is unique, visit a certified wildlife habitat, organic bee and butterfly gardens, trails in the woods, a lake with swans, pond with waterfall, repurposed items, volunteer veggie garden and beautiful views.330-264-8498 www.everywomanshouse.org

13-14 Quailcrest Farm Spring Garden FairWhen: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.Where: Quailcrest FarmOver 45 garden-related artists and craftsmen, food and music set in the beautiful Quailcrest Gardens! 330-345-6722 www.quailcrest.com

17 Music on Market: Phil Keaggy, guitaristWhen: 7 p.m.Where: Wooster United Methodist ChurchGuitarist with a solo career spanning

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19 Concert/Cruise-InWhen: 7-9:30 p.m.Where: Downtown WoosterClassic cars and street rods line the streets of historic Downtown Wooster. Live music and food vendors. 330-262-6222 www.mainstreetwooster.org

19-21 5 Alarm Orrville Firefighters Fast Pitch TournamentWhere: Orr ParkProceeds go directly to fund the Annual 4th of July Fireworks display. 330-684-5051 www.orrville.com

20 Smithville Community Historical Society Open HouseWhen: 1:30-4 p.m.Where: Smithville Historical Society & Mishler MillMishler Weaving Mill, Village Blacksmith, Sheller House, Carriage Barn and Pioneer Log Cabin open for tours. Located along Main Street in Smithville. Only Mishler Mill and Reception Center are handicapped accessible. 330-669-9308 www.rootsweb.com/~ohschs/index.html

20 Wooster Urban Adventure ChallengeWhen: 8 a.m.Where: TBAA team race that is part physical and part mental. Teams of 2 to 3 participants move by foot and bike through the city performing challenges at checkpoints. 330-234-4194 www.woosterurbanadventure.org

20 Buckin Ohio Rodeo & Western ExperienceWhen: 4 p.m.Where: 8154 Garman Rd., BurbankJoin Buckin Ohio for a real Western Experience-fun for the whole family. See website for times and events. 330-624-7205 www.buckinohio.com

25 US Army Field Band ConcertWhen: 7-8:30 p.m.Where: Downtown Wooster 330-262-6222 www.mainstreetwooster.org

26 Sounds of DowntownWhen: 6-8 p.m.Where: Downtown Wooster Spend a relaxing evening in Downtown Wooster listening to street musicians. 330-262-6222 www.mainstreetwooster.org

26-27 West Salem Town & Country Firefighters FestivalWhen: Fri, 5-11 p.m. & Sat, 10 a.m.-11 p.m.Where: School CampusFun for the family. Inflatables, food vendors, games, firgo game, and live music. 419-853-4022

27 Marshallville Antique Tractor PullWhen: 1 p.m.Where: Marshallville ParkOne of the oldest pulls in the area. 330-855-2212

27 Paint Twp./Mt. Eaton Firemens Festival & FireworksWhen: 4 p.m.Where: School GroundsChicken BBQ, music, and games. Fireworks at 10:15 p.m. 330-465-8610

27-28 ARRL (Ham Radio) Field DayWhen: 2 p.m.Where: Comm Center at the corner of Burbank Rd. and Oldman Rd. in WoosterAnnual testing of emergency radio communications. Contact Russ McQuate, rmcquate@sssnet.com.330-262-9321 www.w8woo.org

30-4 Orrville Firefighters Independence Day CelebrationWhen: Orrville Parade, 6/30 at 7 p.m.Where: Orr ParkSee our website for a full list of festival events and times. Fireworks, 7/4 at 10:15 p.m. 330-684-5051 www.orrville.com

July1-4Fire in the Sky Girls 14U National Qualifier Softball TournamentWhere: Orr Park, Orrville330-684-5051 www.orrville.com

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July 4, 2014 marks the 238th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Fireworks will illuminate the night sky, the rich smell of barbecue will be in the air, and the country will be awash in red, white and blue splendor. Chances are the swelling melody of The Star Spangled Banner will be broadcast over the radio and on various rework display telecasts.

The national anthem is synonymous with the United States America, and its notes very well may be the patriotic glue that binds the country together. Although the lyrics and music of the song are widely known, many may be unfamiliar with the rich history behind the beloved tune.

A POEM IS BORN

America began its ght for independence from Great Britain in 1775, and the Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776 to identify the 13 colonies that succeeded in winning their independence from Britain. However, the battles with Britain stretched on. Fights over territories kept disputes between the British Empire and the newly formed United States raging on, and it was during one such ght, and not during the Revolutionary War as some may think, that The Star Spangled Banner was written.

The War of 1812 was declared by the United States to set right some of the issues that were not resolved after the Revolutionary War. Francis Scott Key was an American lawyer at the time of this war, negotiating for the release of an American hostage being held by the British. Although Key won the hostages release, he was not able to leave the British eet where the negotiations took place until the British completed their attack on Baltimore. Key witnessed the British ery bombs on Ft. McHenry at Chesapeake Bay. Just before dawn on the morning of September 14, 1814, Key was said to have noticed a huge American ag still waving above Ft. McHenry in deance to the British attack. This imagery helped inspire the words of a poem that eventually would become the national anthem.

Key penned the poem on the back of a letter he held in his pocket. After the battle was over and Key was released,

he completed the poem at the Indian Queen Hotel, where he was staying. The poem was titled, Defense of Fort MHenry. The poem was put to music to t the popular melody The Anacreonic Song by English composer John Stafford Smith. Keys brother-in-law, Judge Joseph H. Nicholson, anonymously made the rst printing of the lyrics to the melody, and the song was printed in two newspapers. The song quickly became popular, and soon after, Thomas Carr of the Carr Music Store in Baltimore, Maryland published the words and music under a new title, The Star-Spangled Banner.

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The Star-Spangled Banner became one of the nations most beloved patriotic songs in the 19th century. According to Smithsonian, the song gained special signicance during the Civil War, a time when many Americans turned to music to express their feelings for the ag and the ideals and values it represented. The military used the song for ceremonial purposes, requiring it be played at the raising and lowering of the colors. But many versions of the song were used during these ceremonies and celebrations.

By the 20th century, President Woodrow Wilson wanted to establish a standard version, so he tasked the United States Bureau of Education to provide an ofcial version. In response, the Bureau of Education enlisted the help of ve musicians, including Walter Damrosch, Will Earhart, Arnold J. Gantvoort, Oscar Sonneck and John Philip Sousa, to agree on an arrangement. This new standardized version was rst played on December 5, 1917, at Carnegie Hall.

It wasnt until March 3, 1931, that The Star-Spangled Banner became the ofcial national anthem of the United States when President Herbert Hoover signed this designation into law.

This Fourth of July, people may be struck by the magnicence of the reworks or the enjoyment of the parades. But as the music swells, they also can think about the signicance of the events that inspired the creation of the countrys national anthem.

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he cozy little village of Charm may only be home to a handful of shops, but they each hold a pretty large reputation in their area. Just across the street from a very popular hardware store and well know harness and boot shop is the home-style cooking of Charm Family Restaurant.

Jonas and Emma Keim purchased the restaurant, previously known as Grandmas Homestead, in November, 2014. After a few months of renovation

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Grandmas Homestead was a staple in the community for 27 years. A place for down-home, family cooking, Steven Keim, manager, knew that he would need to keep a similar feel in order to make this new restaurant successful.

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restaurant and helped Keim and his team create a menu and atmosphere that would please the locals and travelers.

The menu didnt change a whole lot. We knew that a lot of people liked the food [Grandmas Homestead] had, added Keim.

We want people to have a relaxing experience when they come here, said Keim. We are not fast food; our stuff is prepared here.

Only top-quality, fresh meat and produce is used at the restaurant. Charm Family Restaurant takes a local approach on the food they prepare in their restaurant, using poultry from Gerber Poultry in Kidron and fresh meat and produce from Northern Haserot a food distributor located in Cleveland and an Ohio Proud Partner1. The Review

These fresh, quality products go into making some of the best home-style dishes the area has to offer. A co-worker and I sat down to sample some of the restaurant favorites. Top menu items include:

The Charm Down-Home Steak Burger a half pound of tenderized steak smothered in brown gravy with sauted onions and mushrooms and covered in mozzarella cheese all on a ciabatta bun.

The Country Style Meat Loaf is Grandmas signature recipe. This is a hearty portion of meatloaf seasoned, mixed, baked and glazed with a special glaze.

Pan-fried chicken, boneless and skinless chicken breasts, country fried pork and ham steaks are also on the menu along with salads, wraps, sandwiches, soups and more.

All these mouth-watering choices made it hard to decide. We chose to start our meal off with the Mozzarella Sticks, a popular appetizer of Mozzarella Cheese deep fried into golden brown sticks and served with a marinara dipping sauce.

While my co-worker chose to indulge in the popular buffet, I tried out the Prime Rib Stack. This sandwich features a slice of Prime Rib on a toasted subway bun brushed with horseradish mayonnaise. Choose to top your sandwich with Swiss, mozzarella or American cheese I chose Swiss. The sandwich is served with a Beef Au Jus dipping sauce.

Hot off the buffet, my co-worker enjoyed homemade noodles and stufng, fresh green beans, and savory mashed potatoes

with gravy to compliment a piece of pan-fried chicken. We both decided we needed to save a little room for dessert.

Between the two us, we helped ourselves to fresh strawberry pie and homemade soft-serve ice cream. Pies are made fresh daily and fresh fruit pies are made right in the restaurant. Pies are also delivered from a bakery in Berlin daily.

The homemade ice cream is Grandma Esthers farm recipe made with fresh heavy dairy cream to produce the freshest vanilla ice cream. Both desserts were savory and worth the extra calories.

Plain and simple, if you are looking for a place to slow down and grab a homemade meal, Charm Family Restaurant is a great place to check out. The smiling waitresses provided us with excellent service and made us feel warm and welcome as we enjoyed our lunch.

Charm Family Restaurant is located at 4450 State Route 557, Charm. Hours are Monday-Saturday from 6 a.m.-8 p.m. For more information call 330-893-2717 or visit their facebook page for the latest specials: search for Charm Family Restaurant.

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4 Ohio Light Opera Community Pops ConcertWhen: 7-8 p.m.Where: Downtown WoosterThe Ohio Light Opera Orchestra and Chorus perform at this annual pops concert. Bring your lawn chairs! 330-262-6222 www.mainstreetwooster.org

4 Wooster Community FireworksWhen: Fireworks 10 p.m.Where: North of the Kinney Building on Burbank Rd. between Highland and Oldman Rd.Entertainment and concessions at the soccer complex. Kinney Property Activities start at 7 p.m. 330-464-6305

4 Fredericksburg Independence Day ParadeWhen: 11 a.m.Line up starts at 9:30 a.m. at intersection of Fredericksburg and Graber Rds. Parade starts at 11 AM, Wayne Countys Biggest Small Town Parade. Ball games & food concession stands following the parade at the ball diamond. 330-749-7010

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10-11 Village of Shreve Homecoming Celebration & FireworksWhere: Downtown Shreve area The Village of Shreve invites you to their Annual Homecoming Festival with fair type concessions, free entertainment, Salute to the Troops Friday night and a great firework display Saturday evening! www.shreveohio.com

10-11 Open House County Line Historical SocietyWhen: Fri, 6-8 p.m., Sat noon-3 p.m. & 6-8 p.m.Where: 281 N. Market St., Shreve County Line Historical Society330-496-4024 www.shreveohio.com/resources/county-line-historical-society

112015 Day of Hope Walk When: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. (noon)Where: Oak Hill Park Pavilion, 3000 Oak Hill Rd.

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11 Field of Dreams Softball GameWhen: 6 p.m.Where: Wooster Foursquare Gospel ChurchSpecial Olympics softball game pairing up local business players with athletes from Nick Amster Workshop for a great night of baseball. 330-262-5735 www.woosterchamber.com

17-18 Johnny Appleseed FestivalWhen: Fri., 3:30 -10 p.m. & Sat., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Where: Apple Creek Village ParkParade Saturday at 3:30 PM. Vendors, games, entertainment, and Chicken BBQ. Youth boys baseball tournament and girls volleyball tournament. Featuring the Stockdale Family Band, Sat, 7 p.m. 330-698-3571

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A female business executive was late for a meeting. She is going 65 mph on a street where the speed limit is 40 mph.

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Wayne Manor Assisted Living is conveniently located on the Smithville Western Commons campus and offers help at the degree necessary to support our residents wellbeing, while

encouraging the resident to maintain their preferred lifestyle and independence. Our private suites provide comfort and privacy with the convenience of nearby staff who

are available 24 hours a day for additional nursing services.

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Take care of your hearing by trusting

Cleartone, they are knowledgeable and

caring about your fears and concerns. Its

certainly been a blessing that they have

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hearing health.

~ Lydia Thompson

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Serving area residents since 1991 in the same location!

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