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Port Clinton Hampton Inn & Suites set to open in spring 2025

A new Hampton Inn & Suites is under construction at the corner of State Route 163 and State Route 53 and is slated to open in spring 2025.

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Collaborative economic development fuels growth in Greater Sandusky Region

Teams from the Greater Sandusky Partnership and Huron County Growth Partnership work alongside state and local officials to attract businesses and manufacturers by highlighting unique regional assets, robust infrastructure, and coordinated incentives, resulting in high-paying job opportunities and community growth.

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Young Professionals Week returns to the North Coast

North Coast Professionals Week will be held July 29-Aug. 4.

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Huron Lake Front Market helps to kick off the summer season

A beloved annual experience Huron locals and visitors have come to enjoy year after year is the Huron Lake Front Market.

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Let's get to work: Work Space opens on Perkins Avenue

“Our focus will not only be on providing the space to work, but to foster a community of people to support one another, share ideas, and grow their businesses."

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Eagles soar and nature thrives on guided canoe tours at Old Woman Creek

On the guided canoe tours, paddlers see the wider wetlands, as well as the narrow portions of the creek that wind through trees and marsh areas.

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Celebrate IRONMAN 70.3 Ohio Week with exclusive discounts across the Greater Sandusky Region

Explore local deals on food, retail, and lodging for IRONMAN 70.3 Ohio participants, volunteers, and spectators.

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From one truck to many triumphs:The Hackenberger family's journey of entrepreneurial spirit and success

The Hackenberger family's legacy has continued to grow and thrive through the combined efforts of each family member.

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Sandusky Bonsai Club celebrates 50 years at annual bonsai show

The Sandusky Bonsai Club celebrates 50 years with its annual show July 13 and 14.

Feature Story Fisheries biologists look through a haul of young fish, hatched this year, pulled from a trawl net on Fish Ohio Day, June 25, 2024.

Record walleye hatches make Lake Erie fishing best ever, boosting local tourism and economy

“Fishing on Lake Erie has never been better,” Wecker says. “Our world-class fishery will extend for years to come.”

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Artists' Open Studio expands to empower more adults with developmental disabilities through art

Since 2004, Artists' Open Studio has offered adults with developmental disabilities a platform to express themselves through art. With the expansion to a new adjacent space, the nonprofit organization aims to serve even more artists, enhance community engagement, and continue its mission of inclusion and visibility.

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How sweet it is: Just in time for sweet corn season, Puckrin Farms debuts new drive thru barn

Puckrin Farms adds a new barn/drive thru to its Campbell Street property.

Take a journey on the Shores & Islands Ohio Heritage Trail

The trail takes history buffs on a journey through the history of the Shores & Islands area.

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Expanding relaxation with Lake Erie Aesthetics & Wellness

Lake Erie Aesthetics & Wellness has expanded to add three new treatment rooms, a larger lobby, and new services and hours.

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Eternal optimist: 2024 Optimist National Championships comes to Sandusky

Kids from across the country will come to Sandusky to compete in the U.S. Optimist Dingy Association’s 2024 Optimist National Championships taking place at the Sandusky Sailing Club.

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Improving lives for 50(+) years: Ability Works celebrating golden anniversary with an open house

Ability Works will celebrate its golden anniversary with an open house June 27.

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Fit to print (just about anything): Loris Printing evolves with the times

Loris Printing continues to serve the area with its myriad of services.

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On display:Lake Erie Islands Historical Society Museum's celebration of passenger and excursion steamers makes its debut

Lake Erie Islands Historical Society's collection of passenger and excursion steamers makes its debut.

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Venetian Marina mural brings art to Sandusky's First Street

Muralist Derek Brennan brings color to Venetian Marina on First Street.

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Small town, big luxury: Coppus Motors' legacy of Mercedes-Benz excellence in Tiffin

“We try to develop relationships with our customers, which we feel is very important and, obviously, we have been fortunate to have really great employees, who try to give really good service."