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Total eclipse of the Shores & Islands

Want to know where to watch the eclipse in April 2024? Shores & Islands Ohio has got you covered.

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Sending out an SOS: Vermilion shop offers education and exploration of wines

Find your new favorites at SOS Wines in Vermilion.

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Popular website branches out to Vermilion retail location

Mistakes on the Lake, an online logo apparel company, is now incorporated into Vermilion retail spot, Main Street Threads.

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(A Legacy) Waxing and Waning : John Kropf’s Account of American Crayon

In “Color Capital of the World: Growing Up With the Legacy of a Crayon Company,” Sandusky native John Kropf details his family connection that binds him with the story of American Crayon.   

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From two wheels to four:Sandusky duo pivots business plan with Firelands Adventure Tours

“Guests’ reactions have been overwhelmingly positive,” Ries says. “No other tourism opportunities highlight the rich resources available in our area.”

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Guarding the team: WLEC celebrates 75 years of broadcasting Cleveland baseball

“I think about 75 years and to me, that’s the legacy of radio, but also the entire history of this radio station is tied to the Indians franchise, and now the Guardians. The partnership literally started within months of the station coming on air.”

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Designing Sandusky: Morgan Wadding brings her style to downtown

Morgan Wadding brings her sense of style to downtown Sandusky with her interior design business.

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Ship shape: Shiphouse Vodka drives into stores

Shiphouse Vodka is available for purchase at local liquor stores.

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Match game: Shores & Islands Ohio again offering grant program to help businesses, organizations

For the second straight year, the organization promoting tourism in Erie and Ottawa counties is offering its Destination Development Grant Program.

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Kaiella Brooke brings fun and trendy items for kids and moms

A Huron clothing boutique caters to busy moms and their kids.  

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Gettin' Lucky: Daly's Pub is the place to be on St. Patrick's Day

Let the luck of the Irish guide you to Daly's Pub in Sandusky on St. Patrick's Day.

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Born again: Former home of downtown Sandusky church now a spacious Airbnb getting rave reviews

The former First Congregational United Church of Christ is now home to an Airbnb property in downtown Sandusky.

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Huron salon moves to new location

Diva Salon Lashes + Beauty Bar recently opened a new location at 513 Cleveland Road West in Huron.

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Uncovering history in a new Sandusky vacation rental

Sanduskian Jeff Krabill debuts his new vacation rental property on Hayes Avenue.

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New HVAC program heats up EHOVE

“Advisory members and local businesses have been asking for this particular program for years,” says EHOVE Career Center Assistant Director Charlie Warthling. “EHOVE has now answered that request by starting this program and bettering our community in many ways.”

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Get crackingRichard Cottrill's Maloroy Whip Co. adds earrings to its array of custom-made bullwhips

Richard Cottrill’s Maloroy Whip Co. adds earrings to its array of custom-made bullwhip options.

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Trip of a Lifetime: Sandusky couple spending a year in the Loop

Sandusky couple Richie and Tina Brown take on the Great Loop.  

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From poses to pages: Emilia Rosa trades in a modeling career for life as an author

Rosa, a former model, is now an author residing in Huron.

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Bon appetit! Downtown Sandusky Restaurant Week starts March 3

Explore local restaurants during Downtown Sandusky Restaurant Week from March 3-12.

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What the Duck?

Scenes from July 2022 are immortalized in Google Earth images.