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Spartans defeat West Liberty
05/09/2013 - 7:07pm
SOLON– The Spartans took on two powerhouses in one day and came out without a loss last week. The boys’ soccer squad defeated West Liberty 3-1 at West Liberty Saturday and then traveled to Davenport Assumption later that day for a scoreless tie. Tim Lance scored twice for the Spartans and Nick Brown added a goal on a penalty kick against the Comets. Brandan Childs was credited with an assist. Joe Weeks had four saves in the goal. Weeks had five saves in the 0-0...
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Solon Public Library
04/30/2013 - 8:15pm
Volunteer profile A new periodic feature to this column will be profiles of our staff and long-time volunteers. This week we’re featuring Georgia Welch. Georgia is originally from Minnesota, and has lived in many places in her life, such as Illinois, New Jersey and New York. She worked as a graphic designer for 25 years, and she and her husband...
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MS schedule works- if you’re in band or choir
04/30/2013 - 8:11pm
SOLON– Sixty-four percent of Solon’s middle school students participate in either band or choir. But for the remaining 35 percent, there are no options except study hall. The scheduling dilemma was discussed at the April 8 meeting of the Solon school board and options will be explored in the coming months as administrators attempt to align...
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Old Gold Dining to move May 6 through May 10
04/30/2013 - 8:09pm
SOLON– Old Gold Senior Dining will be served at the Family Life Center, Monday, May 6 through Friday, May 10 while the floor in the fellowship hall is being replaced. The sponsored meal scheduled for Wednesday, May 8, will be rescheduled to Wednesday, May 15. Call 319-624-2251 for information and reservations.
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PTO to discuss standards based grading May 7
04/30/2013 - 8:09pm
SOLON– The Solon Middle School PTO will meet Tuesday, May 7, at 7 p.m. in the middle school media center. Director of instructional support Matt Townsley will be the featured guest and will speak about standards based grading at the start of the meeting. There will be time for questions. This is an opportunity to learn about the grading system...
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Solon Spotlight Schwann’s fundraiser through May 10
04/30/2013 - 8:08pm
SOLON– Do you love ice cream? Or any of Schwann’s other great products? Solon Spotlight is sponsoring a Schwann’s fundraiser to help raise dollars to support the performing arts in Solon. Solon middle and high school music students will be around asking for your help. To help, just order some of Schwann’s delicious and convenient items from any...