Sammi King
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Batavia to celebrate Loyalty Day with paradeApr 26, 2016 11:00 pm - When my boys were little, they were very excited about going to the Loyalty Day Parade. We found a perfect spot on Wilson Street and sat down on the curb and waited for ...
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Batavia teen donates 1,500 books to Little CityMar 29, 2016 11:00 pm - When Nicole Schwarzbauer of Batavia was looking for an idea for a service project, she only had to go as far as her family bookshelf. "We had quite a few books and I tho...
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IMSA grad creates, markets award-winning 3D puzzleFeb 09, 2016 12:00 am - The first time I tried to solve a Rubik's Cube, I spent over an hour moving the cubes before I realized I had two options. I could either beat my head against the wall o...
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Batavia-based group helps low-income homeowners with repairsFeb 02, 2016 10:00 pm - It all started with windows. The late Bob Hawse went to visit an elderly friend who was home recovering after surgery. He arrived at her home and found that the house w...
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High school drama teacher writes, directs new adaptation of 'Little Women'Jan 27, 2016 12:00 am - When the cast of "Little Women" takes the stage at the Batavia Fine Arts Centre, it will be showcasing a new adaptation of the classic novel. This play is written by Bat...
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Batavia grad making his mark in the business communityDec 18, 2015 12:00 am - Batavia High School grad, Michael Preuss, '06, is making his mark in the Chicago business community. The young entrepreneur is CEO and co-founder of Visible, a company t...
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Still active at 99: Batavia woman marks milestone birthdayNov 12, 2015 6:00 am - How does one reach the remarkable age of 99? All it takes is friends, family, and football. And a nightly nip of port wine doesn't hurt. Janet Burke's appearance belies ...
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Pet costume contest adds fun to this year's BatFestOct 19, 2015 11:00 pm - It's a doggone shame. Unfortunately my new rescue puppy, Gracie, won't be able to compete in BatFest's new pet contest, sponsored by the Batavia Animal Clinic. Although...
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Cubs fever strikes in BataviaSep 22, 2015 11:00 pm - It was some sort of strange virus. My temperature was 101. All I wanted to do was sit and watch TV for long periods of time - nine innings, to be exact. Could it be that...
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Mattress fundraiser supports Batavia music programsAug 17, 2015 11:00 pm - Is your mattress lumpier than Great Aunt Evelyn's gravy? Do you need a road map to navigate the hills and valleys? Can you feel the springs move under your feet, your le...