Licking County Commissioner Tim Bubb and wife Marianne - Swearing-in with Judge Robert Hoover in the Courthouse's historic West Courtroom

The historic West Courtroom of the Licking County Courthouse was the site for the official swearing-in of elected county public officials on Tuesday, December 30th. Some 200 friends, family and interested citizens attended the public event. It was the final event in the County’s Bicentennial Year of 2008.

The following elected public officials received their oaths of office. Judge Robert Hoover was sworn-in again as Juvenile-Probate Judge by Judge Jon Spahr, Richard Wright was sworn to his first term as Domestic Relations Judge by Judge Jon Spahr, Engineer Tim Lollo was sworn to a sixth term by Judge Jon Spahr, Clerk of Courts Gary Walters was sworn to office by Judge Craig Baldwin, Commissioner Tim Bubb was sworn to a second term by Judge Robert Hoover, Treasurer Mike Smith was sworn to office by Judge Craig Baldwin, Prosecutor Ken Oswalt received his oath from Judge Jon Spahr, Commissioner Brad Feightner was sworn to office by Judge Craig Baldwin, and Sheriff Randy Thorp was sworn by Judge Jon Spahr. Sheriff Thorp then swore-in several dozen of his deputies who were on hand for the event.

The event included an impressive presentation of colors by the Honor Guard of the Licking County Sheriff’s Office, and an invocation and benediction by Reverend Wes Humble of the Newark Church of the Nazarene. Humble serves as the Sheriff’s Patrol Chaplain.

Judge Jon Spahr welcomed the standing room only crowd to his historic West Courtroom, in the Licking County Courthouse, describing it as one of the most beautiful in Ohio and possibly the nation. Spahr also said he was humbled to be part of the contingent of Licking County Officials, and proud to be a resident of Licking County.

County Commissioner Tim Bubb, who organized the joint Swearing-in event with Sheriff Randy Thorp, said he was also pleased to be part of the County Government team and that most of those recently elected were able to take part in the event. The exceptions were Judge Thomas Marcelain who was ill and unable to attend, Coroner Robert Raker who was out of town for the wedding of his son, and Recorder Bryan Long who was sworn in two weeks ago in ceremonies at his office. Judge Thomas

The attached video clip of Commissioner Tim Bubb taking his oath was photographed by Tim’s granddaughter Marley Young.

MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM THE BUBB FAMILY

Wishing you and your a very Merry Christmas!

From Commissioner Tim and Marianne Bubb - and Family!

Courthouse Holiday Lights Shine for 60th Consecutive Year

In the Bicentennial year for Licking County, a tradition has continued with the 60th annual holiday lighting of the historic courthouse. Several thousand residents, and visitors from far and wide, packed the downtown Newark Square Friday evening (November 28th) for the grand event.

The holiday music program featured well known local performers (singers) Hugh Price and Amy Fraley, and Peter Larson on the keyboards. Three community groups add to the festivities with holiday selections. The Granville High School Ace Chorus led by Paul Jackson, Girl Scouts from several troops that comprise the Lakewood Service Unit #670 directed by Sarah Letki, and the Blessed Sacrament Chorus led by Tammy Witham. The master of ceremonies was Newark 's own Dave Lehman.

Recognized on stage were Licking County Commissioner Tim Bubb and Newark Mayor Bob Diebold. Both officials welcomed the crowd and wished everyone a Merry Christmas!

Newark City Councilman Ryan Bubb was on hand to announce the winners in the Downtown Newark Association's (DNA) 'Holiday Window Decorating Contest'. The winning entry for 2008 was the window of Forever Flowers on West Church Street. The second place winner was Park Place Coffee Roasters, and tied for third place were H.L. Art Jewelers and Goumas Candyland (all on North Park Place on the Square). Councilman Bubb invited residents to enjoy the some 25-decorated windows around the downtown, while also enjoying the Courthouse decorations.

Courtesy of the DNA Santa was on hand to visit individually with the children in The Arcade after the courthouse lighting festivities. The Licking County Courthouse will be lighted each evening through the first day of 2009, and holiday music on the Square will be featured during the days and evenings up to Christmas day.

A special thanks to all the local media for their coverage and support, and a special salute to WCLT radio for continuing their long tradition of support. Their considerable coverage culminated with a live Friday (Nov 28) 'Curtis and Olivia' morning show broadcast from Twi-Light Coffee in downtown Newark. The show featured a number of Courthouse Lighting related guests. In addition WCLT's Big Thunder broadcast live from the annual Friday evening lighting ceremony.

Newark Advocate reporter Abbey Roy was on hand and filed this newpaper account of the events of the evening in the Advocate on-line and for Saturday's paper...

The unlit Licking County Courthouse loomed in the night sky and a wintery chill was in the air.

Santa Claus had just sent word from his sleigh, alerting the horde of young and old fans who had gathered on the Courthouse Square that he was flying over Lake Erie and hoped to arrive soon.A group of children dressed as elves sang “Santa Claus is Coming To Town” on a spotlighted stage at the base of the courthouse, and Beth Yocum stood on a picnic table bench, taking it in.Yocum, 64, used to come to the courthouse lighting with her mother as a young girl. After a hiatus of several years, she and her husband, Harry Yocum, 61, returned to the square Friday for the lighting and appearance of Saint Nick himself. “We just like to do things together to welcome the Christmas season, and this seemed like the way to do it,” said Harry, who was nearly the same height as his wife as he stood on the ground next to her.

Friday marked the 60th annual lighting of the courthouse, made fiscally possible by community donations but carried out by the chorus of voices that shouted “Merry Christmas!” under Santa’s direction.They didn’t get it the first try, or the second.But after a promising pep talk from Santa, the decorated courthouse flickered and lit up for good.“I want you to close your eyes and feel the spirit of Christmas rise up from your feet and through your body, and let that spirit out,” he said. The final “Merry Christmas” that resounded from the crowd generated enough energy to keep the lights shining well beyond Christmas Day.

Among the crowd was Spencer Showalter, 4, of Newark, who came to his first courthouse lighting with his mother, Susan; father, Chad; and 5-month-old brother, Lucas, who hid beneath a blanket in a stroller.Spencer said he had come to cheer on Santa, who he hopes will bring him a toy dinosaur for Christmas this year.“I put that scary thing on my list,” he said with a smile.

After Santa had departed for the Arcade to visit with children, David and Jackie Johnson hung back for a few minutes with their two children to take some cell phone snapshots of the courthouse.Gabriel Johnson, 6, said his favorite part of Santa’s visit was when the courthouse lit up; his sister, Sydney, 12, agreed.“I liked just being able to come and see the lights being lit,” Sydney said.

VICTORY - Thanks To All of My Supporters Across Licking County For Their 'Vote of Confidence' on Election Day 2008

I am gratified to the people of Licking County for returning me to the Board of Commissioners for a second term. In what looked to be a difficult year we scored a substantial two to one victory margin! In addition our coattails helped to carry Brad Feightner to a Commissioner win, and Richard Wright to a judicial victory.


The hard work by my ReElection Committee, and dozens of family and friends made the difference as we carried our campaign to all corners of the County throughout this Election Year. Let me say "thanks" to the hundreds, if not thousands, of people I have worked with in my first term as your County Commissioner! It continues to be an honor serving you.

To the voters, whose voices were heard in record numbers this year, 'thanks' to all who supported me on the ballot on Tuesday.

In fact - THANKS A MILLION!

Granville Residents Flock To Candidate Event

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(top) - Licking County Commissioner Tim Bubb with event host Ceil Pretzman.

(2nd) - Commissioner Bubb with Granville resident Bill Wentworth (center) and Pretzman (right).

(3rd) - Commissioner Bubb with Ceil Pretzman and Congressman Pat Tiberi.

(4th) - Congressman Pat Tiberi thanking longtime friend Pretzman for her years of support.

(5th) - Granville resident Mike Morris with Newark City At-Large Councilman Ryan Bubb and Congressman Tiberi.

(6th) - Republican candidate for County Commissioner Brad Feightner addresses the crowd.

(7th) - Republican candidate for Domestic Relations Court Judge Richard Wright speaks to the attendees.

(8th) - Host Pretzman wraps-up the event.

Some 100 Granville area residents attend a Sunday afternoon 'meet the candidate' event in the Club House at The Condominium at Erinwood. The event was sponsored by the Re Elect Tim Bubb County Commissioner Campaign and was hosted by longtime supporter Ceil Pretzman. Ceil was assisted by a committee of fellow Erinwood residents.

Special guest at the event was Congressman Pat Tiberi, who arrived after speaking at the McCain For President rally in the Columbus area.

In addition Tiberi, Commissioner Bubb also introduced fellow republican candidate for County Commissioner Brad Feightner, and the republican candidate for Domestic Relations Court Judge Richard Wright.

Commissioner Tim Bubb Receives Endorsement for Re-Election by Newark Firefighters Local 109 PAC

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(Top) - Licking County Commissioner Tim Bubb (right) accepts the endorsement and a campaign contribution from David McElfresh, President of IAFF Local 109 Newark Ohio Professional Fire Fighters.

(Bottom) - Licking County Commissioner Tim Bubb

The Committee to Re-Elect Licking County Commissioner Tim Bubb is pleased to learn of his endorsement by the members of Newark Firefighters Local 109 PAC (Political Action Committee). In addition, Commissioner Bubb is adding his 'thanks' to the IAFF Local 109 PAC for their financial contribution to his re-election bid.

In making the endorsement the members of the PAC stated that the support came after a majority vote of their membership at their October 1 (2008) Union meeting. The firefighters stated, "We feel Commissioner Bubb supports the safety issues that affect our members and this community, and therefore has earned our endorsement. We wish Commissioner Bubb the best in the upcoming election.

In welcoming the endorsement and financial support from IAFF Newark Firefighters Local 109 PAC, Commissioner Bubb said, "I appreciated the opportunity to sit down and both answer questions, and also converse with the endorsement interview panel. I have consistently supported safety services as both a Newark City and now Licking County Official, and will continue to do so.

Newark, as the County seat, has been known for professional and well equipped Fire and EMS services, and as both a Commissioner and Newark resident I will continue to support the men and women who risk their lives each day to make our community safe."

United Way Parade and Chicken BBQ Return Under Leadership of New Jaycees

Photo above - Licking County Commissioner Tim Bubb with granddaughter Marley Young prepare for the parade.

On Sunday, September 21st a Licking County tradition was renewed with the staging of the United Way Parade. Originally, the signature kick-off event for the United Way charitable appeal in Licking County, the parade had faded in recent years and was not staged in 2007.

The new Chapter of the Jaycees, in our community, revived the tradition and put on an excellent parade. Supplemented with a few of the 'old hands' the new Chapter had the event well organized and it was enjoyed by all. Some 80 to 100 units made the Sunday afternoon trip from Wilson Middle School in west Newark, to the downtown Square and thousands lined the streets.

On the Square the Jaycees continued the excitement with a return of the old fashioned chicken BBQ. The smell of grilled chickens filled the air as hundreds came to eat, and enjoy a variety of live music from the Gazebo.

Commissioner Tim Bubb congratulates all the Jaycees and their supporters, and was pleased to see Newark City Councilman and Jaycee Ryan Bubb hard at work that afternoon grilling and helping to revive a community tradition!

Commissioner Tim Bubb On Hand For Historic Groundbreaking In Etna

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(Top) - Licking County Commissioner Tim Bubb on hand for the Etna groundbreaking and beside an artist's rendering of the new Township Building.

(2nd) - Etna Trustees Knapp, George and Johnson with construction and community VIP's breaking ground for the project.

(3rd) - Etna Township Trustees Paul George, Jeff Johnson and Dick Knapp.

(4th) - Posting the colors members of Etna Boy Scout Troop #141.

(5th) - With the Trustees, Dorrece Tanawat of the Full Gospel Sons, Church of God offers the invocation.

On Monday, September 15 (2008) history was made with the groundbreaking in Etna of their new and long awaited Township Community Center and Administration Building. Robertson Construction Service is the general contractor. Work will begin the week of September 22nd, with the building slated to be complete in the spring of 2009.

Planning for the Etna facility began in 2000, with the voters adding their approval of a funding request in 2003. Longtime Etna Township Trustee Paul George was the driving force in deciding to build on publicly owned land off Liberty Street, and east of the community park.

Those taking part in the official groundbreaking ceremonies included...Etna Township Trustees Dick Knapp, Paul George and Jeff Johnson; State Representative Dan Dodd; Brian Marsh of Prologis (who contributed $150-thousand to the project); Dorrece Tanawat of the Full Gospel Sons, Church of God; and members of Etna Boy Scout Troop #141 and Troop Master Rick Eader.

The current Township Building is an antiquated facility on Hazelton-Etna Road (State Route 310) in the area known as old Etna or Etna proper. Trustee Board President Dick Knapp says plans for the future of the old Township House have not been determined.

Also recognized at the event were...Licking County Commissioners Tim Bubb, Doug Smith and Mark Van Buren; Pataskala Mayor Steven Butcher; Reynoldsburg City Engineer Jim Miller; Christian Robertson and staffers from Robertson Construction Service; Luke Baus Project Construction Company; refreshments by the Pataskala Chamber of Commerce; and special thanks to Judy Knapp and Claudette VanDyne. Candidate for County Commissioner Brad Feightner also attended the event.

Commissioner Bubb with Pataskala Mayor Steve Butcher and 'Flat Stanley'

Photo above - Licking County Commissioner Tim Bubb (l), Flat Stanley (center), and Pataskala Mayor Steve Butcher (r) in Etna on Monday!

On Monday, September 2008 Commissioner Tim Bubb and a variety of Etna Township and other community leaders met in Etna for the historic groundbreaking for the new Etna Township Community Center and Administration Building.

*See the related blog for details and photos on the Etna event!

However, before the groundbreaking Commissioner Bubb noted Pataskala Mayor Steve Butcher carrying a 'Flat Stanley'. "Flat Stanley' is a tool used in schools, through children's literature, to widen the horizons of young people. The premise is that Stanley is a small boy who is flat or paper thin, and students ask community leaders to carry their Stanley and later share the adventures. Commissioner Bubb carried a 'Flat Stanley' a couple of years ago for a Newark elementary student and later presented the student with a collection of photos and information on Stanley's adventures in the community with a County Commissioner!

Mayor Butcher is to be commended for carrying a 'Flat Stanley' for Victor, who is a third grade student of teacher Erin Wright at Licking Heights South Elementary on Summit Road. The above photo has been forwarded to Mayor Butcher to later share with Victor!

Some 175 Licking County Residents Attend Reception For Commissioner Tim Bubb's ReElection Bid

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(top) - Commissioner Tim Bubb visiting with Republican Party Vice Chair Melissa Shilling.

(2) - Juvenile Probate Judge Robert Hoover speaking.

(3) - Commissioner Tim Bubb talking with Kurt Harden

(4) - Candidate for County Commissioner Brad Feightner

(5) - County Commissioner Doug Smith entertaining and auctioneering.

(6) - Commissioner Bubb listening to remarks by Sheriff Randy Thorp.

(7) - Commissioner Tim Bubb addressing the attendees at the reception in his honor.

An event in support of Commissioner Tim Bubb's ReElection bid was a major success on Wednesday, September 10th. The evening event was held at Heritage Catering & Deli at The Works in downtown Newark.

The event was hosted by Sheriff Randy Thorp, Jim and Judie Scarrett, Dean Edie, Doug Smith, Ceil Pretzman, Brian and Lisa Crock, Dave and Beverly Brenner, Prosecutor Ken Oswalt, Councilman John and Julia Uible, Neil Carson, Bob and Sandy Baldwin, Sharon Hendren, Jay and Beth Barker, Dave and Sandy Evans, Councilman Ryan Bubb, and Biff and Terre Matthews.

A special thanks to Skip Salome and Heritage Catering; Prosecutor Ken Oswalt and members of his staff; Barb and Al Kanuch; Jay, Beth and Spencer Barker; Jeff Hall; Marianne Bubb; and Ryan Bubb and Jennifer Long for their special assistance with the event.

Licking County Library District Established

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Commissioner Tim Bubb addresses the Board of the new County Library.

Judge Thomas Marcelain and Commissioner Tim Bubb presenting an official Licking County Flag to the new County Library District at their first meeting.


Officially on September 1st, 2008, after 100-years of service in the greater Licking County community, the Newark Public Library (school district library) was disbanded and replaced with a newly constituted Licking County Library District.

Licking County Commissioner Tim Bubb, and his fellow Commissioners, were unanimous in their support, earlier this summer, of a proposal to expand the scope of the Newark Public Library to better reflect the regional nature of their services. The Library system has operated a regional bookmobile service since the 1930's, and operates a Main Library in Newark, a branch library in west Newark; and branches in Buckeye Lake, Hebron, Utica and Johnstown. After approval of a County Library by the Commissioners, encompassing a substantial part of Licking County, the State Library of Ohio also added its stamp of approval.

The new County Library District does not overlap the other four existing libraries in the County in Alexandria, Granville, Homer and Pataskala. They remain independent and continuing service as three school district libraries (Granville, Pataskala and Alexandria), while Homer is a township affiliated library.

The school districts included in the new County Library District include all of the Newark City, Heath City and Lakewood Local; and the part of these districts lying in Licking County - Johnstown-Monroe, Licking Heights, Licking Valley, North Fork, River View, West Muskingum, and Northern Local.

The Board for the County Library includes four members appointed by the County Commissioners, and three members appointed by the Common Pleas Court Judges. The judges reappointed (from the previous Board) three members - Martha Morrison, Barry Riley and Martin Altmaier. The Commissioners reappointed two members - Thad Claggett and Laura Appleman, and appointed two new members - Donald Urban and Kathy Myers. Urban and Myers replaced John Uible and Carey Sullivan who did not seek reappointment.

Commissioner Bubb spoke at the historic meeting on August 31st (held that Friday as the official start of the new Library District fell on September 1st which was the Labor Day holiday) officially retiring the previous Newark Public Library and commissioning the new Licking County Library District.

He commended the Library Board for their courage in taking the Newark Public Library in this new direction, which is more reflective of the nature of the regional services provided. The President of the new Licking County Library is Barry Riley and the Vice President is Martha Morrison.

Commissioner Bubb Congratulates Dawes Arboretum for the Labor Day Weekend 'Bluegrass, BBQ, and Boom'

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Some three thousand visitors on the hillside at the Arboretum's amphitheatre enjoying the holiday weekend music.

Licking County Commissioner Tim Bubb (left), Brad Feightner candidate for County Commissioner (center), and Licking County Commissioner Doug Smith (right).

Licking County Commissioner Tim Bubb with wife Marianne.

Licking County Commissioner Doug Smith with Johnstown Councilmember Sharon Hendren.

Hot Air Balloon rides were a big hit.



As summer winds down the Dawes Arboretum hosted some three thousand visitors for their first Bluegrass, Barbeque and Boom event on Sunday evening, August 31st.

It was one of many great Labor Day weekend events in Licking County and was held in conjunction with the County's Bicentennial celebration.

Musical performances during the day included Frosty Morning Bluegrass featuring Kenny Sidle, The Dappled Grays, and the Andy Carlson Band.

The evening concluded with the Newark-Granville Symphony Orchestra, and concluded with a spectacular fireworks show at sundown.

Upcoming Licking County Bicentennial Events

Annual Graveyard Walk – Cedar Hill Cemetery in east Newark – Friday evening, September 12th – 6:00pm – 9:00pm. Event held in conjunction with the Licking County Historical Society. Tickets $5 each. Celebrating departed Licking County residents as they reappear to tell their unique stories.

Bicentennial Pioneer Days (Fall) – Joint Licking and Knox County Counties Bicentennial Celebration – September 13th – at 4-H Camp Ohio. A wide variety of family oriented outdoor activities are planned.

Saturday and Sunday, September 27th-28th – In conjunction with the County Bicentennial, Pataskala is staging an Antique Power Show. The location is Foundation Park in Pataskala during daylight hours. The event is free and is sponsored by the Pataskala and Summit Station Lions Clubs. Featured will be exhibits of antique power equipment, on Sunday a church service and later in the day a car show, children’s activities, garden produce and canned items, a pie baking contest and tractor pulls both days. Call Mike Compton at (740) 927-5757 for details.


Bicentennial ‘Don’t Miss The Bus’ Tour – Licking County Historical Society
Saturday, October 18th. Enjoy an enjoyable bus tour visiting historic points of interest in the southern half of Licking County. It begins with a continental breakfast at 8:30 at Buckingham House in Veterans Park in Newark. The motor coach departs Veterans Park at 9:00am. Tickets $30 for LCHS members and $35 for non-members, and includes breakfast and lunch. For details contact – Licking County Historical Society – 740-345-4898.


Sunday evening, October 19th at 7:00pm at the Midland Theatre in downtown Newark, enjoy “Licking County Celebrating 200 Years.
This Bicentennial event will be a multi-media extravaganza and a patriotic celebration of our county and our country, featuring a narrated rendition of “A Lincoln Portrait”, a photo montage of Licking County set to “An American in Paris”, and several other quintessential American pieces. This event is part of the Newark Granville Symphony Orchestra’s (NGSO) season and in partnership with the Midland.
Plans call for a showing of excerpts of the 'Our Home Town', a 1940's movie showing many local landmarks, with symphony accompaniment. After intermission the Newark Granville Symphony Orchestra we'll do the same with the contemporary video created by Gary Baker of Baker Video.
Tickets are available from The Midland Box Office – call 740-345-LIVE (5483) of stop by the Midland in downtown Newark. The Box Office is open Monday thru Friday from 9:00am till 4:00pm.



Bicentennial Licking County Passport – Concluding event Sunday, November 2nd - Tourism, Education and Promotion event highlighting area attractions. Program began in April and concludes with a program at the Newark Public Library featuring Fritz Klein as Abraham Lincoln.


Friday, November 28th – 6:00pm - 60th Annual Christmas Courthouse Lighting – continuing a holiday tradition that began in 1949.

Heimerl Farm Featured by Ohio Pork Producers

Photos above of the Heimerl Farm on Mink Street in the Johnstown area.


In August the Heimerl family in Johnstown (Jim, Kathy and sons Matt, Brad and Jeff, and daughter-in-law Rachel) hosted a community visit to their farm on Mink Road. The purpose was to inform local leaders and neighbors about their efforts to implement environmentally safe operations while maintaining high standards of animal welfare.

Attendees included Licking County Commissioner Tim Bubb, as well as other commissioners, townships trustees, leaders from Johnstown and other neighboring communities, the local farm community, and local residents.

According to Commissioner Bubb, Heimerl Farms of Johnstown is a family farm consisting of grain, cattle, and swine production. The home farm consists of a beef feedlot, swine finishing, grain production, Pioneer seed sales, and a 'state of the art' feed processing facility. Three swine multiplier units are located in Fairfield, Brown and Highland Counties. Heimerl Farms also delivers hogs to packing plants in Pennsylvania and Indiana, and feed to many of the contract facilities. Also contracted are cattle at various locations around Ohio.

According owner-operator Jim Heimerl, "Being pork producers is our business and it is in our best interest, as well as our community's, to run an environmentally safe operation while maintaining high standards for animal welfare. Livestock agriculture is a major force in the local and statewide economy. Our hope is that visits such as these for the community will be both educational and beneficial to the greater community."

Commissioner Bubb noted, "Agriculture is a huge economic driving force in Licking County, with Licking ranking 21st in pork production in Ohio and with pork production registering over $6-million in cash receipts.

Commissioner Bubb Speaks At The Community Celebration of Park National Bank's Centennial

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Top - Licking County Commissioners Tim Bubb and Doug Smith attending the Park National Bank 100th Birthday celebration.

Middle - Local resident Mary Forbes meets Parky.

Bottom - Hundred of PNB customers gather for the celebration.

On Monday evening, August 18, 2008 some 1,500 local residents attend a celebration in the main office of Park national Bank, in downtown Newark. The event marked the 100th birthday of the local institution.

Commissioner Bubb offered a proclamation marking the milestone, and also spoke of his association with Park on a variety of projects through the years. He spoke of the Bank's continued leadership in the community, and cited an example of the Library Campaign in 1997. Bubb said when the effort was envisioned one of the first people he spoke to was PNB Chairman Dan DeLawder who offered support. Bubb noted, the Bank has grown in it's 100-years from the smallest bank in down to the largest, and as a powerhouse regional bank as well!

Park Nation Bank President David Trautman spoke of the Bank's history, and DeLawder detailed the history of leadership in the community by the Bank and its employees. DeLawder also saluted the thousands of customers of the Bank who he credited with their century of success.

Newark Mayor Bob Diebold and State Representative Jay Hottinger also spoke at the event.

Citizens to Re-elect Tim Bubb Commissioner Planning September 10th Event

You are invited to join us for a reception
In support of the re-election of …
Licking County Commissioner Tim Bubb

WEDNESDAY – September 10th
5:30pm to 7:30pm
Heritage Catering & Deli at The Works
50 South Second Street in downtown Newark
(Adult beverages and light hors d’oeuvres)

* Contribution for guests is $50 per person or $75 per couple.

Checks may be made payable to…’Citizens for Tim Bubb’, and may be mailed in advance to Tim Bubb, 107 Isabelle Road, Newark, Ohio 43055 or pay at the door.

This ‘Host Committee’ asks you to contribute, and if your schedule permits, to attend this event in support of Tim’s Re-Election bid…


Randy Thorp
John and Julia Uible
Jim and Judie Scarrett
Neil Carson
Dean Edie
Bob and Sandy Baldwin
Doug Smith
Sharon Hendren
Ceil Pretzman
Jay and Beth Barker
Brian and Lisa Crock
Dave and Sandy Evans
Dave and Beverly Brenner
Ryan Bubb and Jennifer Long
Ken Oswalt
Biff and Terre Matthews

Please RSVP by September 3rd to Tim and Marianne Bubb at 740-323-3951 or e-mail timbubb@roadrunner.com. They look forward to hearing from you so that details for the event can be finalized.

Paid for by – Citizens for Tim Bubb, Al Kanuch, Treas., 154 South 36th St., Newark, Ohio 43055

150th Annual Hartford Fair Underway

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County Commissioner Tim Bubb spending time in the new Natural Resources Park on the Hartford Fairgrounds. The Park, now in its third season, was developed through a number of grants including support from the Licking County Commissioners and the Round-Up Foundation.

County Commissioner Tim Bubb spent much of the first weekend of the fair visiting with the hundreds of local exhibitors and their families. The steer wash rack was a popular spot as the livestock arrived.

Featured in the Opening Day Parade Saturday, August 2nd was the Licking County Bicentennial Float featuring Commissioner Doug Smith and his antique 1954 GMC one ton flat bed truck.

On the Midday two 'ReElect Tim Bubb for Commissioner' supporters - Deputy County Recorder Greg Crist and Newark City Councilman Ryan Bubb.


Hartford Fair – Underway through August 9th at the Fairgrounds in Hartford Township in northwestern Licking County.

Enjoy the Hartford Fair’s Sesquicentennial Fair (150th birthday) celebration in conjunction with the Licking, Knox and Delaware County’s Bicentennial celebrations. Special Fair 150th Birthday kick-off events were held Saturday, August 2nd with thousands in attendance.

The special opening Saturday featured a free admission day with a huge Opening Day Parade around the grounds to the grandstand, and a concert by ‘Phil Dirt and the Dozers’. The evening concluded with a fireworks show to officially kick-off the 150th Hartford Fair.

Commissioner Tim Bubb will be at the Fair each day to welcome visitors. In addition he will be on the grounds Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of Fair Week judging 4-H competitions and events in the Natural Resources area.

The Fair concludes this Saturday, August 9th The daily general admission fee of $5 for those age 8-years and over. Monday, August 4th being a $3 senior citizens day from 8:00am till 4:00pm. Parking and grandstand seats at the Hartford Fair are free.

Hundreds Attend Art Walk and Bicentennial Art Show

Several hundred area residents attended and enjoyed the Art In The City - Art Walk 2008, Saturday, August 2nd. It was an enjoyable summer evening in Historic Downtown Newark.

In conjunction with the Licking County Bicentennial, and sponsored by the Licking County Convention and Visitors Bureau, Park National Bank and Art In The City, this event featured...Art Exhibits, Live Music, Street Performers, Storytellers and Architectural Tours. Plans are already underway for a larger such event in August 2009.

As part of Art Walk 2008 The Works will host…Newark – “A Celebration! Licking County Bicentennial,” at The Works Gallery in downtown Newark. The exhibit opened on August 2nd as part of the Art in the City – Art Walk, and is on display through October 10th.

Congratulations to The Works, the Downtown Newark Association, the Art Association, and many other committee members for a successful event.

Preparing For The Annual Alexandria Fun Days Parade

(photos above...(top) Licking County Commissioner Doug Smith, County Sheriff Randy Thorp and Commissioner Tim Bubb with the County Bicentennial Float; and Commissioner Smith, Granville resident Guy Martin (volunteering to walk for Congressman Pat Tiberi), State Representative Jay Hottinger, and Licking County Commissioner Tim Bubb)

It was a hot midday in Alexandria on Saturday (July 19) and hundreds of parade participants and spectators gathered for the annual Alexandria Fun Days Parade. The Parade is one of the major events in the annual five-day fun festival, and participants included elected officials, candidates, participants in the Little Miss Fun Days competition included Caroline Liggett who was crowned Little Miss Fun Days, and floats representing area businesses and agencies. Special congratulations to Fun Days Chairman Syd Kean and his Committee for a great job!

County Commissioner Tim Bubb, who also serves as County Bicentennial Chairman, says one of the highlights was the Bicentennial Float featuring the County Courthouse, County Flags and Banners decorating the historic 1950's era GMC 250 flat bed truck donated to the cause and driven by Commissioner Doug Smith. The Bicentennial Float has been and will be a participant in most of the area's parades this summer and fall, commemorating the founding of Licking County 200-years ago in 1808. For more information on the County Bicentennial visit ...LickingCountyBicentennial.com

Commissioner Bubb Enjoying Alexandria Fun Days with Hundreds of Residents

(photos above...Commissioner Tim Bubb, joined by Commissioners Doug Smith and Mark Van Buren, stand with the 14-contestants who were judged to select Little Miss Alexandria Fun Days on July 16th, former Alexandria Mayor Jim Jasper recognizing the 2008 Little Miss Fun Days Caroline Liggett, and Little Miss Fun Days 2008 Caroline Liggett with Parents Dave and Julie Liggett, (left) maternal grand parents Scott & Jane Hutchinson, and (right) paternal grand parents Joe and Phyllis Liggett) *Councilwoman Naomi Compton provided the photos.


A fun time was had by all as the Village of Alexandria celebrated their annual 'Fun Days' from July 16-20. The festival was highlighted by contests and games, great homemade food, rides and dozens of activities including the annual parade.

Commissioner Tim Bubb, and fellow Commissioners Doug Smith and Mark Van Buren were honored to be the judges for the annual Little Miss Fun Days contest on Wednesday evening. Some 14-little girls' ages 5 to 7-years, and all 'beautiful', were judged on poise, appearance, stage presence, and their ability to answer questions from the 'friendly' judges. Caroline Liggett (see above photo) was crowned Little Miss Fun Days, and was featured in the Saturday parade.

Congratulations to all the participants, and the dozens of family members and friends who were on hand to support them. Former Alexandria Mayor Jim Jasper was the master of ceremonies, and Councilwoman Naomi Compton spoke for everyone when she introduced the program and talked about the important of family and community in the lives of today's youth! Also, congratulations to Fun Days Chairman Syd Kean for a great job!