November 14, 2018

‘Be afraid… Be VERY afraid!’

Today (Wednesday, Oct. 31) is Halloween and it's only appropriate to warn the local populace that Jackson County is home to one of the nation's most haunted places in the United States, according to the website www.ghostnghouls.com — Salem Cemetery, which is located off State Route 124 in Milton Township, several miles east of Berlin X Roads.
A ‘community’ is just a ‘place’ if the newspaper dies

(Editor’s Note: This column, written by Bob Morrison, was originally published in the Urbana Daily Citizen. Ohio News Media Association member newspapers have permission to reprint this column in their papers as long as they provide credit. The Telegram is running this column in conjunction with National Newspaper Week, which was observed Oct. 7-13. We believe it delivers an important message about the relevancy of community newspapers. The “Community Connection” column, which normally runs on Wednesday, will return in next Wednesday’s edition.)
‘There’s nothing to do?’ Take a second look!

Anyone who was out and about last Saturday, Oct. 6 in Jackson and Vinton counties had ample opportunities to enjoy themselves and be entertained at several family-friendly events.
John Underwood: A role model for living

The professional and personal tributes have poured in a like a flood since the death last Wednesday, Oct. 31 of long-time Jackson resident John Underwood at the age of 90. Anyone reading just a portion of them would quickly realize that Jackson -- and the world -- has lost an accomplished and giving man who was truly beloved and greatly respected by all who knew him.
LETTER: Mike Hess is 'tough, honest, hardworking'
LETTER: 40 et 8 working to provide Christmas food boxes
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Jackson Firefighters Association: 'Thank you for your support'

To The Editor:

The Jackson Firefighters would like to thank everyone for their support at the 2018 Jackson Fire Department Annual Bean Dinner and Car Show. The following is a list of sponsors who helped to make the day a success. Without their willingness to help the day's activities would not be possible. If we have missed any sponsor who helped make the day a success we sincerely apologize.
A coach, a teacher difference makers

Although his tenure was a relatively short one, Wellston High School (WHS) lost one of its true coaching legends last week with the death of former teacher and head football coach Joe Malmisur.
Community Connection: Remembering our past, preserving our heritage...

Once again, some noteworthy connections regarding our heritage to report...