Ottawa County Exponent

On 'Idol,' Bowersox shines, 3 sink in judges' eyes
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- If the "American Idol" judges hold sway over viewers, contestants Katie Stevens, Paige Miles and Katelyn Epperly should be nervous about making it into the top 12. The three received uniformly negative comments from the judging panel after performing Tuesday night, w ...
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Local History Room and Museum Center is a treasure from the past By C. Dials The Oak Harbor Public Library is often the place you go to check out books, movies, use the computers or possibly use some of the many resources available. However, what you may not know is that there is a Local History Room & Museum Center on the lower level. In 2008 the librar ... CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY
Cheerleaders and fans raise funds for cancer awareness The Stella Bertz Memorial Cheer Committee announced the Sixth Annual Cheer.for.a.Cure Championship, held on Saturday, February 20, 2010, was another huge success. This year's event was held on Saturday, February 20th at the Genoa Area High School. The annual cheerleading competition raises m ... CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY
Legacy II presents check to BCS Foundation at BCS board meeting Marie Wittman, Oak Harbor Middle School Principal presented a check for $1,000 to the BCS Education Foundation at the February 23, BCS Board Meeting on behalf of Legacy II Band. Members of the band, Jerry Wittman, Marie Wittman, Steve Bast and Jimmy Zipfel held a Valentine's Day dance and dona ... CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY
Chio invests in the future at Edward Jones By C. Dials Jeff Chio opened the first Edward Jones office in Oak Harbor in August 2009. Prior to opening his office, Chio had been working with Financial Advisor Larry Brown, to serve investors throughout the Ottawa County area. "I have really enjoyed working with Larry," said Chio. "I'v ... CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY
Bowersox advances to the top 24 on American Idol By C. Dials American Idol hopeful and local performer Crystal Bowersox, age 24, from Elliston,Ohio made her prime-time debut on Fox's music talent show for season 9. Bowersox, with a guitar strapped around her shoulder, was asked by celebrity guest judge Shania Twain why she brought the instru ... CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY

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