Reel Bar’s Erica Zachar Named Ohio’s Bartender of the Year
The Ohio Restaurant & Hospitality Alliance has announced that Erica Zachar of Reel Bar has been named Ohio’s Bartender of
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Put-in-Bay School Shares November Panther Newsletter Highlights
Put-in-Bay School has released its November 2025 Panther Newsletter, marking the end of the first nine weeks of the 2025–2026
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Unofficial Election Results Released for Put-in-Bay Races
Preliminary vote totals from the Ottawa County Board of Elections show early numbers in local contests and tax levies. All
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Who’s on the Ballot Tuesday? Here’s What Put-in-Bay Voters Need to Know
When island voters head to the polls on Tuesday, November 4, they’ll help shape the future of local government and
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Chamber Reflects on Record Growth Under “Every Day Island Getaway” Brand
The Put-in-Bay Chamber of Commerce held its annual fall member meeting on Monday, October 20, at Frosty’s Bar & Family
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Storm Comes Home: Beloved K-9 Officer Officially Joins Put-in-Bay Police Department
After months of separation and uncertainty, Put-in-Bay’s beloved K-9, Storm, is finally home — this time as an official member
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Put-in-Bay Teacher Wins Prestigious National Environmental Education Award
Melissa Kowalski, better known to many in the community as Missi, is a science teacher at Put-in-Bay School and has
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Fri-Yay Fundraiser: Help Bring a K-9 Unit to Put-in-Bay Tonight
Put-in-Bay residents and visitors have another chance to rally together tonight at the Fri-Yay Fundraiser at Erie Islands Petroleum (441
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Spotlight on Keegan Turner: Put-in-Bay’s Finalist for Ohio Bartender of the Year
When the Ohio Restaurant & Hospitality Alliance announced its 2025 Industry Awards nominees, two familiar names from Put-in-Bay landed on
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Two Put-in-Bay Bartenders Nominated for Ohio Bartender of the Year
Two of Put-in-Bay’s own have been recognized among the best in Ohio’s hospitality scene. The Ohio Restaurant & Hospitality Alliance
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Put-in-Bay School Earns Governor’s Thomas Edison STEM Award for Third Year in a Row
Put-in-Bay School has once again been recognized for its excellence in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education. The Ohio
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Put-in-Bay Chamber Launches New VisitPutinBay.com Website
The Put-in-Bay Chamber of Commerce has officially launched its redesigned tourism website, VisitPutinBay.com, providing a fresh, user-friendly platform for both
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GoFundMe Launched for Put-in-Bay Boat Fire Victim Jon Danklefsen
A fundraiser has been launched to support Jon Danklefsen, who was critically injured in the boat explosion and fire that
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Bash on the Bay 2025 Closes with Unforgettable Day 2 Performances
The second and final day of Bash on the Bay 2025 delivered an unforgettable night of music at the Put-in-Bay
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K100 Morning Show Broadcasts Live from Park Hotel Patio
The K100 Morning Show with Lyn and Marco broadcasted live Thursday morning, August 14, 2025, from the patio in front
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