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T he beer-battered cod at Eadies FishHouse is “by far the staple item here,”owner Rudy Dilotale said. “It’s beenpopular since the early ’70s.”

The deep-fried fish is light, crispy and notgreasy, served casually in a basket with friesor, better yet, Eadie’s beer-battered onionrings. (Diets be damned!) A small cup ofcoleslaw offers a nice antidote; the tartarsauce is housemade; and best of all isEadie’s secret-recipe onion-ring sauce,which has a mild yet distinct horseradishkick.

A $6.99 lunch combo includes onepiece of fish, fries and a soft drink. A two-

piece dinner with fries and slaw is $11.99,three pieces for $13.99. All-you-can-eat

beer-battered fish (not cod) is available for$9.99 Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday

nights.Equally appealing to the seafood at Eadies is the

cozy, seafood-shack vibe of the place with its woodpaneling, low ceiling, bric-a-brac-covered walls and rock

’n’ country soundtrack. Have a cold draft beer or blendercocktail and pretend you’re on vacation, even in the dead ofwinter.

—Dan Kane

BLUE RIBBON BEEF AWARD

WINNER: Juicy Lucy stuffed burgerat the Canton Club Event Center

Honorable mention: Customized gourmetburger with bottomless steak fries at Red Robin

E xclusive businessmen’s club, restaurant, eventcenter. The Canton Club in downtown Cantonhas a long and storied history, and a 14-storyview of the center city that is a can’t-miss in its

own right.The lush, turn-of-the-century furnishings make each visit a

nostalgic nod to the extravagant dining of yesteryear.But what you might not know is that, for our money, it also

has one of the best burgers in the county.The Juicy Lucy arrives tableside with a gooey secret: a bub-

bling, cheese-filled center trapped inside fresh, grass-fed beef.Topped with the usual fixings and placed delicately on a brioche bun,the flavor is the perfect marriage of gourmet delicacy and down-homecomfort.

And you’ll kick yourself if you don’t make it a double feature by addingthe club’s seasoned steak fries.

Historic ambiance, exquisite beef: blue ribbon by any standard. —Jess Bennett

FISH OUT OF WATERAWARD

WINNER: Beer-battered cod atEadies FishHouse

Honorable mention:Fried fish dinner atTim’s Tavern

CHILD ABUSE

INVESTIGATION UNIT

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BOBBY GRIZZARDDETECTIVE

The first thing I notice

when I walk into Detective Bobby Grizzard’s

office at the Massillon Police Department is a

wall of coloring-book pages, colored by some

of the many children who have had to come to his office

during his 20 years on the job in Massillon’s Child

Abuse Investigations Unit.

The second is a massive collection of Spiderman para-

phernalia. At first, I mistake the toys as being intended

for the kids. They are, in fact, just half of Grizzard’s

impressive collection. A superhero with a superhero col-

lection. The irony is not lost on me.

And he may not have been granted superpowers

through radioactive spider bite, but his

investigative powers have led to the arrest

and prosecution of some of the most des-

picable, deplorable criminals imaginable.

This isn’t Grizzard’s first time to be recognized for

his work. He had an entire chapter in Chris Hansen’s

2007 book, “To Catch a Predator: Protecting Your Kids

from Online Enemies Already in Your Home,” dedicated

to his work on the Internet, where he spent years posing

as children online to find and stop sexual predators, a

practice he does very little of anymore.

“Technology is so fast and improving so rapidly that we

in law enforcement have a difficult time in staying ahead

of the curve. These individuals are tech savvy, and with

smartphones they expect 24/7 access to children.

Within minutes, they can determine if the person they’re

talking to online is in fact a child,” said Grizzard.

He admits that the challenge online for parents today

is tough and getting tougher. He has found that the aver-

age child now has three Facebook pages: one that their

parents know about, one their friends know about and

one they keep secret. According to Grizzard, even the best

kids make poor judgments when it comes to social media.

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DRESSthe part

Jewelry can be purchased at Jülz by Alan Rodriguezin Canton. The sterling silver pendant with a cushionAmethyst and diamond pictured below is $595. TheSterling silver and rhodium sparkle bead necklacewith five Amethysts pictured to the far right is$495.

W hen entertaining or attending a party, deciding what to wear can be perplexing. Suggesting

a dress code for parties is a great idea so guests know what to wear.

Nothing is worse than showing up to a cocktail party dressed too casual-

ly or too formally. Here are some dress codes to consider when throwing

a party, depending on the activities planned for the evening. Remember

to put the dress code on the invitations so guests can arrive in appropriate style.PANTS CASUAL:This is the most informal of the party dress

codes. If you plan for guests to participate in activ-ities, such as dancing or playing games, this is thedress code for your party. It allows guests to be abit more casual and comfortable, yet still look nice.This option is great for those who have children.Ladies: dressy pants, dark-wash jeans, col-

ored pants, embellished tops, ballet flats,heels, boots. Sequined ballet flats can reallymake an outfit stand out.Gentlemen: dark-wash jeans, dress shoes,

sweaters, button- down shirts untucked.DRESS CASUAL:

This choice is ideal for dinner parties thatinclude some games, some food and conversa-tion. If you plan for guests to mingle andmove about the house and possibly play some

card games or board games, this would be thebest choice. This option also works well ifguests are bringing children.Ladies: casual dresses, casual skirts, embel-

lished tops, sweaters, ballet flats, heels, boots,no jeans.

Gentlemen: dark-wash jeans, dress shoes,suit jackets, sweaters, dress shirts and ties,sweater vests. Polka dotted or striped bowtiesgive a modern look to a classic.

FANCY FUN:This is the most elegant of the party dresscodes. If your party is mainly an evening ofdinner and conversation, this is your bestbet. Guests can show off their best attirewhile having a nice night. This is an espe-cially good choice if children aren’t invit-ed to the event.

Ladies: little black dresses, cocktail-length dresses, skirts, heels, jewelryand hair accessories, embellishedclutch purses. Simple jewelrypieces, such as the amethystones shown, can make a bigimpact. Gentlemen: dresspants, dress shoes,collared button-down dress shirts,ties, shirts and

ties withsweaters, suitjackets.

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It’s nice to see Mr. Peanut getting somecompetition—or at least some company, afterall these years. Cultured Coffee is the lateston the scene of a highly caffeinated StarkCounty, especially downtown, where four cof-fee shops already have taken root during thepast 10 years. Some things do set CulturedCoffee apart—namely, beans roasted byCoffee Tree Roasters in Pittsburgh, thehomey, (shabby) chic interior, and of course, amustachioed main man. So, far be it for us totake owner Heath Hamlin & Co. to task sim-ply for giving the people what they want,because apparently they want coffee.

TAPAS 218 BRINGS HIP, SPANISH CONCEPT TO DOWNTOWNOpen now downtown is the Spanish-inspired Tapas 218, with a seasonal, small-plate

menu and bourbon bar. The concept comes from Tony Ly, owner of Basil Asian Bistro, andco-owner Steve Coon of Coon Restoration, who also owns the building. Located at 218Court Ave. NW (previously Fedeli restaurant, and more recently, Tozzi’s Downtown), a visitwill open your palate to classic Spanish tapas—an array of hot or cold appetizers or snack-size portions—like the ceviche, pictured below. The idea is to order a variety of these small,mix-and-match dishes to create a full meal, which makes Tapas 218 a great place for shar-ing and trying new things (though many may be ordered as a full portion on their own).We like the calamari tacos ($9), empanadas ($6) and the jamon cerrano and machanegocheese platter ($8 or $12), imported from Spain.

Vegetarian and gluten-free choices, and a five-course ($40) or eight-course ($60) tai-lored tapas tasting is available—ask for the chef’s choice. Tapas 218 is open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 4 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. For the fullmenu, visit tapas218.com.

The inspirational story of the lateWilliam Powell and Clearview GolfClub is being showcased in “MoreThan A Game,” an exhibit open now atthe United States Golf AssociationMuseum in New Jersey. The exhibithighlights the creation of African-American golf clubs during the Jim Crowera, and their positive impact on commu-nities across the country. Founded in 1946in East Canton, Ohio, Clearview is the onlypublic golf course in the U.S. designed, builtand owned by an African-American. Theexhibit celebrates the contributions of Powelland the other men and women who made sac-rifices in an effort to realize their dream ofequality on the greens. For more informationabout the exhibit, visit usga.org.

‘MORE THAN A GAME’EXHIBIT HONORS POWELL

Expanding on an already-sizable hospital-ity empire, the Swaldo family, owners ofGervasi Vineyard, have unveiled their latestendeavor—The Twisted Olive. Nestled inthe city of Green, the restaurant will offer avibrant dining experience and casual menuof classic Italian American fare. Projected toopen late this year, the 16,000-square-footproperty will feature multiple dining spaces,including a walk-out pub on the lower level.

BETTER IS GOODRecently, Fishers Foods debuted a new

health food store-within-a-store concept atthe Fulton Dr. location. Fishers Better ForYou specializes in all things healthy—featur-ing the largest selection of gluten-free itemsin the county, thousands of new items notcurrently available in the area and an on-sitedietitian. The store is designed to help localresidents start on the road to eating better,feeling better and looking better.

GREEN GETS ITS TWIST ONAs part of the 20/20 Vision planning

process, ArtsinStark’s InnovationCommittee tackled this challenge: How toposition Stark County as one of the 10 most innovative communities of itssize in America. The “Genius Awards” arethe beginning of a strategy for doing justthat. We at GateHouse Ohio Media areone of the teams that opened a top-secret“genius” trunk last month, which held allinstructions about the challenge and theonly materials that can be used to solve it.Other competitors include Aultman,Belden Brick, Chase, Day Ketterer,Diebold, FirstMerit, Huntington Bank,KeyBank, Kenan Advantage Group,Krugliak, Wilkins, Griffiths & Dougherty,Mercy Medical Center and the TimkenCo. The awards, showcasing each team’ssolution, will be from 6 to 8:30 p.m.March 18 at the Cultural Center for theArts. For details, visit artsinstark.com.

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Where does everyone gather when youentertain guests?Pam Oster: “Kitchen is my thought—and inplanning their home purchase or build myclients (I am a Realtor) always speak to theneed to have their vision be met best it can inthe open area. If they have owned before theyknow what they do not want! The man caveruns a close second depending on the agebracket.”Denise McDannold: “Our kitchen or our backyard”

What are your favorite restaurants?Tiffany Labriola: “The Triple Nickel (AmvetsPost), best burgers in downtown!!”Annette Rosenberger: “91 is our go to.”Tricia M. Ostertag: “Basil”

Appetizer or dessert?Danielle McKimm Shaheen: “Usually neither butit would be appetizer if I had one”Dana Durkin Noland: “Always appetizers!”Amanda Oberhauser: “Neither, I'd choose adrink over those. lol”

What are your favoriterestaurants?@Chellbonz: “I absolutely LOVE BestBurgers in North Canton#AboutFeastAwards”

We asked for picturesof your favorite mealsfrom restaurants orfrom home.@SethHK: “Had this excel-lent Bleu Cheese and

Bacon burger at Farm Girl’s Pub and Grub inAlliance Saturday night. #AboutFood”

@RyHollings: “Ahi tuna tartare at Table Six.Beautiful and refreshing. @KEGreen198 intro-duced it to me. #AboutFood”

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FIRST FRIDAYKick off March with a festive night downtown. Downtown Canton’smonthly arts party starts at 5:30 p.m. March 7. The free event contin-ues in the arts district downtown from 6 to 10 p.m. Visit cantonarts-district.com/firstfriday for more information.

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HLOTS OF LAUGHSComedian Lily Tomlin will be at Cleveland’s PlayhouseSquare Center at7:30 p.m. March 9. Tomlin has received and been nominated for manyawards for her work as a comedian and actress. Enjoy an evening offun and laughs for $10 to $55.

RHYTHM IN THE NIGHTCanton’s Palace Theatre will host an Irish Dance Spectacular at 7:30 p.m. March 17. Catch the interesting tale of good vs. evil in whichdeception reigns and temptation rivals the strongest of wills, for $30to $60.

BEER TASTINGCuyahoga Valley’s Scenic Railroad at Akron’s Northside Station will havea fun night March 21. The Ales on Rails beer tasting will start at 7 p.m.with a beer tasting on the railroad, 27 Ridge St. Tickets are $45.

HELL HATH NO FURYA new stage play, Tyler Perry’s Hell Hath No Fury Like a Woman Scorned,will be at the Palace Theatre at PlayhouseSquare Center in Cleveland onMarch 27 and 28. The play features Cheryl Pepsii Riley and PatriceLovely. Tickets are $48 to $52.

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March 28throughApril 11CHARLOTTE’SWEB E.B. White’stale about ayoung girlgrowing up onher family’s farmand the friendship shemade with the runt of a pig litter, rescuing him from cer-tain death. The pig befriends a spider, Charlotte, who usesher web to help Wilbur, the pig, become more valuable toits owners. Times and dates vary. Tickets are $12 to $15.Players Guild Theatre, Cultural Center for the Arts, 1001Market Ave. N, Canton. 330-453-7617 or www.playersguildtheatre.com.

March 20VINTNER’S DINNER

Features new wines and newfoods. 6:30 p.m. Call for pricing.Maize Valley Winery & Market,6193 Edison St. NE, MarlboroTownship. 330-877-8344 orwww.maizevalleywinery.com.

March 29-30SESAME STREET LIVE Elmo Makes Music. Dates andtimes vary. Canton Memorial CivicCenter, 1101 Market Ave. N. 330-489-3090 or www.cantonciviccenter.com.

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March 7CUYAHOGA VALLEYSCENIC RAILROADGRAPE ESCAPEWINE TASTINGA Taste ofWashingtonState wines. 7 p.m. Ticketsare $57 to$77. CuyahogaValley ScenicRailroad, AkronNorthside Station, 27Ridge St. 800-468-4070 orwww.cvsr.com.

March 21-22GERVASI’S CELEBRATE CHOCOLATE WEEKEND Various chocolate events. Times and eventsvary. Contact Gervasi for pricing. GervasiVineyard, 1700 55th St. NE, Canton. 330-497-1000 or www.gervasivineyard.com.

March 14-16CANTON BALLET The Wizard of Oz. Reminisce

with Dorothy, Toto and their yel-low brick road friends as they

travel to the Land of Oz.Dates and times vary.Ticket information avail-able at the CantonBallet, 1001 Market Ave.N, 330-455-7220 orwww.cantonballet.com.

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March 4RAIN: A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLESConcert. 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $34 to$54. EJ Thomas Hall, University ofAkron, 198 Hill St. 330-972-7570 orwww.ejthomashall.com.

March 1 through 16THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK Story about a young German-Jewish teen who was forced tohide during the Holocaust. Timesand dates vary. Tickets are $19 to$25. Players Guild Theatre,Cultural Center for the Arts, 1001Market Ave. N, Canton. 330-453-7617 or www.playersguildtheatre.com.

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March 8FLAVORFUL FOOD SHOW 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. ContactHartville MarketPlace for addi-tional information. HartvilleMarketPlace, 1289 Edison St. NW,Lake Township. 330-877-9860 orwww.hartvillemarketplace.com.

March 23MAIZE VALLEY NINTH ANNIVERSARY Winery open house. 2 to 5 p.m.Contact Maize Valley Winery forpricing. Maize Valley Winery &Market, 6193 Edison St. NE,Marlboro Township. 330-877-8344or www.maizevalleywinery.com.

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Ican remember the first time I ate sushi. It wasabout a dozen years ago when a friendtook me to House of Hunan inFairlawn. It was there I learned theropes: navigating tiny dishes with

chopsticks, gently stirring wasabi into soysauce, “cleansing my palate” with smallpieces of pickled ginger. Indulging in thatfirst tuna roll changed me forever. It was asif I had been inducted into an elite club.

Years later, I love to eat sushi whenever Ican find someone game to do it with. Attimes, I definitely step out of my comfortzone: eel, octopus, roe, sashimi — some I’vegrown to like more than others, but thanksto some adventurous friends I’ve found itdoesn’t hurt to try them all.

Surprisingly, Stark County has acquired anumber of notable restaurants capable of

fueling the sushi fetish in all of us, fromcasual to fine dining, Hibachi steakhouses,even a sushi drive-thru. Below is a smallsampling of my favorites, along with a fewother menu items that pair well. I purpose-fully highlighted varying levels on the sushijourney, from “beginner” to “hard core” (myhusband’s term). If you’re still not sold,check out “Jiro Dreams of Sushi” (a docu-mentary on Netflix) to find some major lifeinspiration and learn more about what goesinto the art of sushi making.

Jasmine Asian Bistro, located on 30th St.NW in Canton, is a must-try in Canton’ssushi world—having been voted Best Sushiin Stark County by both The Repository andAbout readers. Don’t be deceived by itsplaza location; the interior is unexpectedlypleasant, with low lighting and just a hint of

UNBELIEVABLE ROLL From Jasmine Asian Bistro is perfect for sushinewbies, with crab, cream cheese and rice, topped with tempura redsnapper, spicy mayo and chef’s special sauce.

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BENDER’S RESTAURANT137 Court Ave. SW, Canton330-453-8424

www.bendersrestaurant.com

CUISINE: Seafood. Casual, elegant down-town dining. Perhaps Bender’s famous

tomato salad or a healthy filet of freshEastern baby halibut will strike yourtastes. If beef is on your mind, tryone of Bender’s finest steaks orchops. Jerry Jacob’s passion forwine provides you with nearly 400 premium wines to please yourpalate. Our customers travel theworld and return wondering whythey get the best and most consis-

tent seafood in Canton, Ohio.Experience the difference! Open for

lunch Monday through Friday, dinnerMonday through Saturday.

DESERT INN204 12th St. NW, Canton330-456-1766

CUISINE: Middle Eastern/American. Five-timewinner (2008-2012) of Fox 8’s “Best Romantic

Restaurant in NE Ohio.” Known for shishkebabs served “family style” with Grecian

salad, rice pilaf, broasted potatoes,garlic toast. Assorted Arabic appetiz-

ers. Steaks, lobster, rack of lamb,prime rib. Open Monday throughSaturday for lunch and dinner(Sundays from Thanksgivingthrough Mother’s Day).Reservations recommended.Lunch $; Dinner $$$

GERVASI VINEYARD1700 55th St. NE, Canton

330-497-1000www.gervasivineyard.com

Two Unique Dining Options:

THE BISTRO CUISINE: Relaxed rusticItalian fine dining. Reservations recom-

mended. 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday throughThursday, 5 to 10 p.m. Friday, noon to 10 p.m.Saturday, noon to 8 p.m. Sunday, closed

Monday. $$$THE CRUSH HOUSE CUISINE: Casual Venetian-style lunches and dinners in a lively atmosphere.Perfect for a fun lunch, casual dinner or later-night snack, modestly priced. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 1 a.m.Friday and Saturday, closed Sunday. $$

KOZMO’S GRILLE37 First St. SW, Massillon330-832-8807www.kozmosgrille.com

CUISINE: American bistro. Famous for award-winning hearthstone-baked pizzas, and featuring homemade soups, salads, sandwiches, steaks, chops, ribs, seafood andpastas. Nightly Madness food and beverage spe-cials, including half-price bottles of wine onSaturday. 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday throughThursday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, 4 to 10 p.m.Saturday

LUCCA228 Fourth St. NW, Canton330-456-2534luccadowntown.com

CUISINE: Italian. Located in the heart of downtown Canton’s vibrant Arts District liesLucca, inspired by the cuisine of the lushTuscany region in Italy. Lucca is committed tousing locally sourced ingredients, seasonalpreparations and a commitment to the fresh-est produce. Lucca is also known for its selec-tion of international and domestic wines allserved in their alluring dining room. Lucca isfarm to table fare with flair! 5 to 10 p.m.Tuesday through Saturday. Bar open late Fridayand Saturday.

MILK & HONEY3400 Cleveland Ave. NW, Canton330-492-5884

CUISINE: American. Featuring sodas, sundaes,banana splits, and ice cream cones. Deliciouschocolates! Fresh-roasted peanuts! Stop in forlunch and dinner! Sandwiches, soup, great food!Open every day for lunch and dinner.

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About magazine’s Restaurant Guide listings are paid advertisements. For full listing price guidelines and information about how

to advertise, please call Ken Hutton at 330-580-8422 or email kenneth.hutton@cantonrep.com.

PRICING GUIDE: (based on the average cost of a dinner entrée)$ Less than $10 $$$ From $16 to $25$$ From $10 to $25 $$$$ More than $25

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Turning your passion into your career is anenvy many share, but not Dave Baloun. Hehas turned his passion for wineinto a business, and he is lovingevery minute of it.

“It is a bit of a tricky endeavor at times,but I am having a good time with it,” saidthe retired insurance risk adviser fromLeonard Insurance Services.

He is using the skills he developed to helppeople with their insurance choices in hisnew business, Elevage Wine Advisors.

According to Baloun, Elevage seeks to “ele-vate the business and enjoyment of wine”through tasting events, restaurant consult-ing, corporate events and travel programs.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF BALOUN

“On a typical day, I work with restaurantsand-or individuals who want to learn aboutwine,” he said. “I also spend a lot of timedoing research, and learning about newthings going on in the industry. I try to stay

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According to Dave Baloun, Elevage seeks to “ele-vate the business and enjoyment of wine”through tasting events, restaurant consulting,corporate events and travel programs.

A DAY IN THE LIFE Dave Baloun, wine expert

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BENNETT’S FINE MEATS2715 Fulton Dr. NW, Plain Township

330-454-6918

Entertaining guests on any scale can be a tallorder. Whether your shindig is athome or away, splurge on our picksfor fantastic local products andmake any occasion one to remem-

ber.The idea for our monthly Splurge col-

umn was born from the 3/50 Project, anationwide movement among local retail-ers to promote one thing—shopping local.Each month, Splurge showcases uniqueproducts and gift ideas you can find righthere in Stark County, each for around $50.

Six of these 10-ounce beef loin stripsteaks run about $50 at Bennett’s Fine

Meats, a local landmark for37 years at its currentlocation.

“It’s all natural, no addi-tives, cut fresh,” said MaryPukansky, who co-owns thebusiness with her husband,Mike.

The vast meat case atBennett’s offers an abundanceof T-bone, rib-eye, porter-house, filet and rolled flanksteaks, and the shop’s special-blended beef seasoning is bothfamous and a big seller.

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In September, Gervasi Vineyards hosted its sec-ond annual grape festival, Festa Gervasi. Theevent featured live music, food andfun, and it benefited the United Wayof Greater Stark County. Along with

multiple food outlets, there also were spe-cialty vendors and family activities includinga relay race and grape stomping. Vineyardtours, bocce ball and corn hole tournamentsalso took place throughout the day.

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This photo shot by Bob Rossiter shows two snow rollers. These are formed when strong winds consistently blow across a snow-coveredfield. The field has to be covered with an icy, crusty snow layer that is sticky so that the snow can stick to the roll as it moves.

READERS’ PHOTOS

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We asked for your snowy, winter weatherphotos, and you sent in some great moments.Tricia Ostertag sent a photo of Jesse’s version ofa snowmobile. Stay warm, Jesse!

Autumn Karcher sent us a photo of her dogenjoying the snow. Great photo, Autumn!

SNOW ROLLERS

Send your high resolution photos tokelsey.reinhart@cantonrep.com, and theymight be featured in an upcoming issue.

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Perfect hostess Jane Smyth takes us on a tour of her home

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