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All Around Williams County
Highlighting the people, places and events of Northwest Ohio
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| 2012 Topics | |
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Dennis Wisniewski - Part 1
Williams County Manufacturing Expo - part 1 Williams County Manufacturing Expo - part 2 Williams County Manufacturing Expo - part 3 |
January, 2012 - Lots of Williams
County topics this month! Dennis Wisniewski of the greater Stryker area definitely has a passion for underwater diving and has practiced his craft in many interesting areas. In this program we'll show you some of his adventures and learn what sparked his interest in this hobby many years ago. The Williams County Economic Development Office recently held a Manufacturing Expo to showcase dozens of manufactures within Williams County. We were there and talked to several them about their products, services, and the outlook for 2012. Also this month, the Bryan Municipal Utility officially broke ground on a new 7.4 million dollar solar array field. The array is being built on 12 acres of a well field owned by the utility. For more details on this project, we will take you to the groundbreaking event held onsite in December of 2011. |
| 2011 Topics | |
| Veronica & Nicholas Richer-2011 | December, 2011 - As part of our Christmas programming, we are pleased to present local holiday Christmas music. |
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CHWC Dedication Ceremony
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September, 2011 - 3 years ago
Community Health and Wellness Centers started a 63 million dollar
project to modify and expand the Bryan Hospital. Late this
month, the project was formally declared complete and TV26 was there
for the dedication ceremony hosted by CHWC CEO Phil Ennen.
Also this month, Williams County was visited by a trio of gentlemen on their was to cross America on foot. They are walking to prove that you can do anything if you are determined enough and creative enough to see it through. Visit their website at www.thegreatamericanwalkabout.com to find out more. |
| FCF Presents "The Wizard of Oz" | July, 2011 - We're off to see the Wizard! Fountain City Festival will be presenting "The Wizard of Oz" later this month and we have a preview. Dorothy, Tin Man, Scarecrow, The Cowardly Lion and even Toto join us for the program. |
| Joplin Relief Efforts, Part 1 | June, 2011 - The New Life Worship Center in Bryan is heading up a local relief effort for those affected by the tragic tornados that recently swept across Joplin, Missouri. Pastor Mark Holbrook talks with TV26's Jim Funderburg about their efforts. |
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Ruralogic update
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May, 2011 - Several months ago
we brought you a story on Ruralogic, a new startup technology firm
that could have a very bright future in Northwest Ohio. This
month, we visit Ruralogic at their corporate headquarters in Bryan
for an update. Also this month, The Bryan Times recognizes some of the top students from the 8 schools in Williams County. We will take you to the presentation of the 2011 Academic All Stars. 0-80 in SIX seconds! It's not a high performance gas guzzling race car, instead, it's an electric go-cart designed and built from the ground up by the engineering students at Northwest State Community College. Led by Dan Burklo, the engineering students recently showed off their creation at Bryan Ford. |
| Local Authors - Fred Strobel |
March, 2011 - If you stop in at
your local library or area bookstore, you just might be able to find
a handful of books written by local authors. On this program, Bill
Priest talks with several of these writers about their work and the
inspiration that keeps them coming up with new ideas for future
publications. Later in the month, we are highlighting two Williams County events that are really geared to the entire TV26 viewing area. First, the SLAM JAM concert coming up April 9th at the Bryan High School featuring several local and national bands. Later on April 30th, it's the 2011 March for Babies taking place. View all the details on All Around Northwest Ohio. |
| Barry Leitch Part 1 | January, 2011 - The next time you pick up a video game or a toy that makes sound, you might be listening to music or audio that was produced by Barry Leitch of Bryan. Originally from Scotland, Barry has been working behind the scenes in the game and toy world for several years. Chances are you've heard his work before, you just didn't know some of its origins were from right here in Northwest Ohio. In addition to learning about his past, we also talked Barry into doing some on-the-spot composing. |
| 2010 Topics | |
| Bryan Chamber Strings | December, 2010 - Christmas Music from area artists and groups! |
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Heath Patten - "Follow the Drinking
Gourd"
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November, 2010 - Historian and
Archaeologist Heath Patten talks about his new book "Follow the
Drinking Gourd" and his experiences related to a Williams County
Archaeological Dig that took place in 2002. Also this month, the Bryan High School presents Neil Simon's stage play, "Rumors." The play will be presented November 19-21 at the Bryan Arts & Education Auditorium. We have a preview and will introduce you to the cast. |
| Williams County Board of DD Part 1 | October, 2010 - The Williams County Board of Developmental Disabilities and some of the services they provide to the residents of Williams County. |
| FCF presents OKLAHOMA! | July, 2010 - The Fountain City Festival will be performing "OKLAHOMA!" late this month and we have an early preview of their production. Featuring cast members from several Northwest Ohio Counties, this show is one that will surely delight people of all ages. |
| 2010 Academic All Stars | May, 2010 - It's the end of the school year and the Bryan Rotary along with the Bryan Times is honoring some of the top students from eight area schools. We'll take you to the event and introduce you to the Academic All stars of 2010. |
| 2010 March for Babies | April, 2010 - The annual March of Dimes "March for Babies" will be taking place on April 24th. We will give you a preview of the walk and tell you what the March of Dimes is all about. |
| Autism part 1 - Travis Breeding | March, 2010 - This month we'll look ahead to Autism Awareness month coming up in April with three special guests. Travis Breeding was 22 years old when he was diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome. Now he has written a book about his life that will be available later this year. Darlene Doan, a parent of a child with Asperger's syndrome joins us as well for her perspective. Finishing out our program is Bonnie Kimpling-Kelly, a local professional who has dedicated her life to helping people with Autism. |
| Michindoh Aquifer part 1 | February, 2010 - For several years, a group has been pursuing a "Sole Source Aquifer" designation for the water supply that provides all of Williams County and portions of several other counties in the Tri-State area with a clean, safe natural resource. In this program we will hear about this effort and the Michindoh Aquifer. |
| 2009 Topics | |
| Bryan Times News in Review 2009 part 1 | December, 2009 - It's our annual news in Review program with some of the staff at the Bryan Times. Hear about the news worthy events from 2009 in this look back. |
| Russ Davies-Songs from Sacred Lake | September-October, 2009 - On this program, we're escaping to a place called Sacred Lake. It's a made up place with some made up stories that are brought to life by local author and musician, Russ Davies. Russ will share some of the stories based on his real-world experiences growing up and spending a portion of his summer at an area lake. Perhaps his stories will trigger some of your own memories as you watch this month's program. |
| 2009 Critter Cruise-in | August, 2009 - Part of this month's program is a look back at the Williams County Humane Society's 2nd annual "Critter Cruise-in" that took place in Bryan. Also on this month's program, the village of West Unity is getting ready to celebrate their 175th anniversary. We're downtown at Friendship Park to give you a preview of all the upcoming activities. |
| 2009 Edgerton Festival of Flags | July, 2009 - The annual Edgerton Festival of Flags event is getting ready to launch. We'll preview the weekend activities and give you a musical sample from the community choir's presentation. |
| CHWC-Bryan Hospital Part 1 | June, 2009 - Anyone who has driven through Bryan can't help but notice the massive expansion taking place at the Bryan Hospital. This month, Phil Ennen, CEO of Community Hospitals and Wellness Centers, takes us on a personal tour through the construction areas and helps us envision what the new facility will look like when completed. |
| YELL Program Part 1 | May, 2009 - YELL, Youth Engaged in Leadership & Learning is our focus for most of May. We'll talk to coordinator Rhonda Owens and the Executive Board of the YELL program which is made of up freshmen and sophomores in the Bryan School District. This innovative is making tomorrow's leaders out of today's students. |
| Food Resource Bank - Vernon Sloan | April, 2009 - On today’s program, we’ll talk to local farmer Vernon Sloan and hear how an idea that started years ago has blossomed into a wide-ranging ministry that reaches around the world. A show about the Food Resource Bank and some of its roots that lead right back here to Northwest Ohio. |
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Williams County Health Dept. Part 1 Williams County Health Dept. Part 2 |
March, 2009 - The Williams
County Health Department is celebrating a milestone of serving
our county for over 90 years. This month we'll introduce you
to some of the many important services offered by the Health
Department. Services including nursing, food inspections,
education and some that you may not even know about. We are a
better community because of the services offered by the Williams
County Health Department. Watch on-line to view additional
10 minutes of information we didn't have time to share during the
broadcast. Later in the month, we'll show you highlights from the Hilltop School Science and Engineering Fair. These kids are smart! |
| Williams County Commissioners Part 1 | January, 2009 - This month's program is literally all about Williams County as we talk with County Commissioners Brian Davis, Lew Hilkert and newly elected Commissioner, Al Word. The health of the county, economic development and unfunded mandates are all part of the conversation this month. |
| 2008 Topics | |
| 2008 Williams County News in Review Part 1 | December, 2008 - It's 2008 in the rear view mirror through the eyes of the editors at the Bryan Times newspaper. We talk to Don Allison, Teresa Melcher, and Tom Voigt about the Williams County headlines from the past year. Also this month, a conversation with Forrest Church of Williams County Publishing about local headlines from Edon, West Unity and Stryker. |
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Images of America - Williams
County pictorial history
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November, 2008 - Local historian Kevin Maynard has a new book coming out that is a pictorial history of Williams County. We'll give you and extensive preview of the book and the process of it's creation. Also this month, the 2nd Annual Montpelier Olde Tyme Holiday Gathering is getting ready to kick off the holidays. Ric Dye fills us in on all the details of this years festivities. |
| Historical Murders of Williams County | October, 2008 - This month we juggle between 3 topics that are interesting, informational and inspiring. Mark Kelly, local Williams County Historian talks about historical murders that took place in Williams County. We also spend some time with the local folks leading this year's Williams County United Way Campaign. Finally, a preview of this year's Holiday Celebration event that benefits Sarah's House. |
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Stryker School
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September, 2008 - The Stryker Local School District gets ready to open up their new building. Superintendent Nate Johnson and other district instructors take us on a tour of their new facility. Also this month, some youth from the New Hope Community Church in Bryan spent part of their summer in Honduras. We'll find out what they learned and show some pictures of their experience. |
| Northwest State Community College in Williams County | August, 2008 - Northwest State Community College comes to Williams County. Bill Priest talks to Tom Voigt of Bryan Economic Development and Mari Yoder from Northwest State about a new satellite location in Bryan. Speaking of schools, Franz Karate is in a new location and ready for their fall season. Rick Small talks to founder Steven Franz about the new location and the focus of the school. We also visit the new Edon Public Library and talk with some of the donors, librarians and organizations that are glad to see this resource become part of the Edon community. |
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Fountain City Festival Presents
"The Music Man"
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July, 2008 - Bryan's Fountain City Festival presents "The Music Man." We'll meet some of the cast and the director of this summer production. Also this month, a follow up to a story we brought you in May of 2006, the Williams County Veteran's Memorial Building in Montpelier gets dedicated. We'll take you there and talk to some of the key people that made this building a reality. |
| WCCT Presents "Little Women" | June, 2008 - Two things to do in June in Williams County; go see "Little Women" put on by the Williams County Community Theatre at the Williams County Playhouse in Montpelier and go to one of the "Cruise-ins" in downtown Bryan sponsored by Downtown Bryan, Inc. We'll give you previews of both on our June Program. |
| Montpelier Trackside Modelers | May, 2008 - Two stories from the Montpelier area are on the show this month. First, we visit with Randy Bible about the Montpelier Trackside Modelers, an active model railroading club in downtown Montpelier. Our second segment is one that should be watched by every teenage drive or parent of a teenage driver as our cameras were there for the Mock Crash at the Williams County Fairgrounds. Be sure to watch the powerful testimony of Linda Barrett, the mother of a teen killed by a drunk driver. |
| Williams County Communications Agcy. | March, 2008 - Our topics this month include the Williams County Communications Agency or as some people refer to it, the 9-1-1 center. We'll see how the newest technology is used to track cellular callers. We also sit down with United Way of Williams County Executive Director, Chris Malanga and learn about how the United Way is helping some folks in Williams County with their taxes. |
| Blizzard of '78 | January, 2008 - Remember where you were 30 years ago when the Blizzard of 1978 struck Northwest Ohio? Bill Priest remembers living at a local radio station for several days and talks about this with former radio co-worker, J.B. Orendorf and former Civil Defense Director for Williams County, Mose Mohre. |
| 2007 Topics | |
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2007 News in Review
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December, 2007 - Taped in front of a live audience, Tom Jeffery talks with Don Allison, Marci Hummel, Sharon Patten and Teresa Melcher from the Bryan Times about the top stories of the past year. We also enjoy a performance from the Top of Ohio Dulcimer Friends and the Stryker High School Chorus. |
| BEGC News Conference |
November, 2007 - Bill Priest
talks to some of the presenters at the BEGC News Conference.
We also put Bryan and Edgerton High School Students in
the spotlight with their contributions to our November programming. Later in the month, we'll have a preview of Montpelier's upcoming Olde Tyme Holiday Gathering and Parade and take you to a Williams County cemetery investigation! |
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On-line Extra!
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October, 2007 - Presentations on new or sustained economic growth by Tom Denoi, Plant Manager-Titan Tire, Kim Miller, General Manager-Glud & Marstand, Phil Ennen, CEO-Community Health and Wellness Center, Dean Spangler, CEO-Spangler Candy Co. and Jim Gunner, Bryan School Superintendant speaking on plans for Tri-state University in Angola, Indiana. |
| Family Justice Center | October, 2007 - Bill Priest talks to Tom Schweitzer about the new Family Justice Center and the services they offer. Also on this month's program, guest host Chris Malanga, Executive Director of the Williams County United Way talks to some the the agencies served by this organization. |
| Williams County Commissioners | September, 2007 - We discuss a variety of topics in September, starting with County-Wide issues with all 3 Williams County Commissioners. Host Bill Priest also spends some time with the Bryan First Church of Christ youth group who helped victims of Hurricane Katrina and we highlight a special program coming up with the Toledo Symphony Orchestra. |
| Bryan School Curriculum Director | August, 2007 - It's back to school for our August program as we highlight new curriculum programs at Bryan Schools with Curriculum director Diana Savage and talk about the Montpelier Family And Schools Together program. |
| July, 2007 - We visit 4 Williams County Garden Areas including stops at Lake Seneca, downtown Montpelier and Bryan. | |
| Compassion Medical Clinic - Update | June, 2007 - A story we brought to our viewers in April of 2006, the Compassion Medical Clinic in Bryan will open up in June. We talk once again to Mike Kelly and take a brief tour of this facility. |
| Bryan Fire Department 150th Anniversary | June, 2007 - Bill Priest talks with former Bryan Fire Chief Merit Smith and current Bryan Fire Chief Bruce Siders about how the department has changed over the years. |
| May, 2007 - A unique entertainment group, "The Company Singers" will be part of this year's Stryker Summerfest. Bill Priest talks with Don Allison and Stryker Chamber president Butch Coy about this year's festival. | |
| Edgerton Community Choir | May, 2007 - The Edgerton Community Choir prepares for a summer patriotic Cantata. Bill Priest talks with choir director Ray Riehle and Edgerton Chamber president Cindy Thiel about the upcoming event. |
| April, 2007 - Bill Priest talks with Dan Yahraus and several members of Leadership Williams County Class of 2007 about their purpose and details of an upcoming fundraiser. | |
| Senator Steve Buehrer | April, 2007 - Rick Small talks with Ohio 1st District Senator Steve Buehrer about some immediate issues facing the Northwest Ohio area. |
| Grandpa's Train & Toy Museum | March, 2007 - |
| Montpelier Truck Plant | March, 2007 - Bill Priest interviews author Peter Costisick about his book, "Anything That Rolls on Wheels" which was written about the former Montpelier Truck plant. |
| Williams County Public Library for 2007 | January, 2007 - Library Director Jeff Yahraus talks to Bill Priest about what' new and what's continuing at the Williams County Libraries for 2007. |
| Williams County Common Pleas Court | January, 2007 - Bill Priest talks with retiring Judge Tony Gretick and incoming Common Pleas Court Judge, Craig Roth about the transition from one judge to another. |
| 2006 Topics | |
| Andy Monosmith | December, 2006 - |
| Stryker's Railroad Heritage | October, 2006 - Bill Priest visits with Del Ludwick, former station master at the Stryker railroad depot. Recorded on the day the historical marker was dedicated for this building. |
| Flu Pandemic Preparations | October, 2006 - Williams County Health officials talk to Bill Priest about preparations that are being made in the event of a pandemic outbreak. |
| Williams County United Way Campaign 2006 | October, 2006 - Guest host Chris Malanga, Williams County United Way Executive Director, and 2006 United Chairperson Bill Pepple talk about the 2006 Campaign and what it means to the Williams County area. |
| Glass Pieces Glassblowing Studio | September, 2006 - Bill Priest visits Glass Pieces and talks to Bill McKinney about the art of glassblowing. Mr. McKinney demonstrates his craft. |
| CAHF | September, 2006 - Bill Priest talk with Judge Steven Bird, Beth Schweitzer, Carol Kurivial and Steve Fireovid about Community Advocates for Healthy Families, a new Williams County organization. |
| Franz Karate Feature | August, 2006 - |
| Fred Bauer | August, 2006 - Montpelier's favorite son, Fred Bauer talks to Bill Priest about his writing career and working with Norman Vincent Peale and as the editor of Guideposts magazine. |
| Fereon Betts & the Girls Professional Baseball Asssociation | July, 2006 - |
| Williams County Relay for Life 2006 | June, 2006 - |
| Lett's Log House | June, 2006 - The Lett's Log House located at the Williams County Fairgrounds was recently moved from the back to the front of the fairgrounds. Bill Priest talks with Williams County Historical Society Directory Lisa Oberlin and Carlton Gray who coordinated the move of the house. |
| Montpelier Fireman's Convention | May, 2006 - |
| "Lucky" Bill Hollingshead | May, 2006 - Bill Priest talks with Bill Hollingshead about his life story and his book, "Lucky Bill" |
| Veteran's Building | May, 2006 - A group of area veterans are working to construct a Veteran's building at the Williams County fairgrounds. Bill Priest talks to some of the area organizers of this effort. |
| NOAA Weather | April, 2006 - Bill Priest talks to National Weather Service officials about severe weather spotting and information on severe weather preparedness in our area. |
| Autism Awareness | April, 2006 - Rick Small talks with Bonnie Kelly of the M.O.D.E.L. school in Bryan. |
| Free Medical Clinic | April, 2006 - Pastor Mike Kelly of Grace Community Church talks with Bill Priest about a free medical clinic that hopes to open in the near future. |
| Carla Allshouse | March, 2006 - Bill Priest reviews photos from Carla Allshouse's collection taken from her years as the Bryan Times chief photographer. |
| Stryker Area Heritage Council | March, 2006 - SAHC was formed early in 2006 to preserve the history of the Stryker area. Bill Priest talks with some of the founding members about this organization. |
| Stryker's New Subway | January, 2006 - |
| Montpelier School Tour | January, 2006 - Montpelier opened a new K-12 school in January of 2006. Rick Small talks with Montpelier Superintendent Pam Campbell and takes us on a video tour of this new facility. |
| 2005 Topics | |
| Christmas Manor | November, 2005 - |
| Angie Mitchell Part 1 | November, 2005 - |
| Williams County Courthouse | November, 2005 - The Williams County Courthouse got a major facelift during the summer of 2005. Bill Priest talks with Williams County Commissioners, Marvin Stuckey, Tom Strup and Duane Votaw about the renovation. |
| BHS TRUST Program | October, 2005 - |
| 2005 United Way - George & Julie Brown | September, 2005 - |
| UW Directory Chris Malanga | September, 2005 - |
| Williams County Humane Society | August, 2005 - |
| "Allie" | August, 2005 - Rick Small talks to Bryan Middle School guidance counselors Shelley Wanner and Jackie Boyd about the therapy dog that is a full-time employee of the school. |
| Rotary Reads | August, 2005 - Bill Priest sits down with Bryan Rotary Club members Steve Miller, Chip Wood and Kirk Yosick and talks about their involvement in the Rotary Reads program. |
| Experimental Aircraft Assoc. | July, 2005 - |
| Chief Jeff Arnold | July, 2005 - Bryan Police Department's Jeff Arnold talks to Rick Small about his new position. |
| Michael Strahle | June, 2005 - |
| John Hartman | June, 2005 - John has been directing the Bryan City Band for longer than most people can remember. Bill Priest sat down and talked with John about his life as leader of the band. |
| Sarah's House | May, 2005 - |
| Spangler Tour | May, 2005 - Rick Small and Dean Spangler tour the Spangler Candy Company in Bryan. You'll see how candy has been made for over 100 years at this Bryan plant. |
| Dean Spangler | May, 2005 - In one of our first interviews, Rick Small talks to Spangler Candy Company CEO Dean Spangler about the candy company's 100 years of sweet success. |
