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The Nickel Plate Trail extension project kicked off Thursday morning with a groundbreaking ceremony at its current terminus in Rochester. By next July, the trail is to run north through Rochester, connecting with the Round Barn Golf Club at Mill Creek and Woodlawn Hospital trail.

'If you enjoy being involved in the community, this is one of the best places that you'll ever find that you can give back to your community.'

A Veterans Day ceremony begins at 10:40 a.m. Monday, Nov. 11, at the Fulton County Courthouse, followed by free meals for veterans and their families at the American Legion and VFW Post.

Kathleen Flook's life was turned upside recently when she received her diagnoses of pancreatic cancer. Community members are gathering to show support and help ease the financial burden with a benefit for Flook on Sunday, Nov. 10, from 2-6 p.m. at the Fulton County Museum.

Roy Skeens, 40, was sentenced by United States District Court Judge Damon R. Leichty after being found guilty of being a convicted felon in possession of a firearm.

The annual paper chain American Flag is up at the Fulton County Public Library in Rochester, honoring veterans and active members service members from all branches of the military. Fulton County Veterans Honor Guard members gathered at the library Wednesday to dedicate the flag.

'Our community has been forever changed due to her commitment to clinical excellence and putting the patient first.'

The following people were recently booked at the Fulton County Jail:

'Don’t miss this opportunity to start your day with coffee and engaging conversation.'

Panelists to lead attendees through a practical guide to forming and maintaining healthy habits in the workplace.

Photo gallery included of pumpkins decorated and available for public vote.

Residents are invited to discuss issues and share concerns with Senator Mike Braun's staff during a mobile office hour, 2-3 p.m. Oct. 30 at Rochester City Hall.

Education is frustrating. This past week I took 5th-grade students to Prairie Edge Nature Park to experience …nature.

A few weeks ago, while visiting a rural homeowner, I was looking at some eastern red cedars and there were some brown balls hanging from the branches.

It is the time of year I like to talk about flies. They are frustrating and I am not the animal getting bit most of the time.

Sidewalks are for more than just humans or people walking their dogs.