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Sidney, OH

Two from Shelby Co. killed in West Virginia

We were friends with Bruce. We hope that the family finds peace through all this heartache.  (Jul 27, 2009 | post #2)

Sidney, OH

Son in baby swap defends 'moms' as they enter pleas

I just feel for the child involved  (Jul 7, 2009 | post #118)

Farrah Fawcett

Farrah Fawcett loses battle with cancer

I have a observation. Most celebrities are profiled on the news after their death. Not to discredit Michael Jackson's passing but what about Farrah. I feel that his death has overshadowed this poor woman and I feel saddened even more. I looked at my home page. I have every news station listed from CNN to Fox. Only Michael Jackson all the way down the page. NOTHING about Farrah at all! Ryan loved her very much. She died first from anal cancer that spread to her liver. She was a true american beauty.  (Jun 26, 2009 | post #139)

Bellefontaine, OH

1 dead, 1 critical in possible meningitis in Ohio

http://www.dispatc h.com/live/content /local_news/storie s/2009/06/19/MOREM EN.ART_ART_06-19-0 9_B1_GIE7OF4.html? sid=101 The anesthesiologist who treated two women who gave birth May 21 at Mary Rutan Hospital in Bellefontaine was the likely source of the bacterial meningitis that killed one of the women, the Ohio Department of Health. Officials have said both women had streptococcus salivarius, bacteria commonly found in the mouth and respiratory tract. The women had identical strains, which meant it came from the same, single source.  (Jun 23, 2009 | post #26)

Sidney, OH

Duct cleaning

Anyone in Sidney OH ever have their furnace ducts cleaned? How much does that cost for a ranch style home on a slab foundation with the ducts under the house?  (Oct 22, 2008 | post #1)

Booneville, KY

Pat Campbell

It is a sad day when people slander someone on an internet site. But since this has happened I want to go on record that I wholeheartedly must disagree with the horrible things said here. Pat Campbell is an amazing lady with a big heart the size of Texas. She has a wonderful smile and a generous spirit. I admire her with all my heart. It is wrong wrong wrong that this kind of name calling and calling out of people's actual names are permitted.  (Oct 21, 2008 | post #16)

Top Stories

Locals on Palin's speech

I for one Love Sarah Palin. My husband's family has been for as long as we have been married and that is 26 years, yellow dog democrat. Which means if a yellow dog were running for President they would vote for the yellow dog. This year the dog changed colors and each and every member of his family of 8 children and each married with many children and grandchildren are all voting for McCain/Palin in Ohio. Why? Cause they cannot stand Obama! YIPPEE!  (Sep 16, 2008 | post #376)

Offbeat

childhood obesity

21, 18 and 15 are no longer children. They can choose to be obese by over eating. It is no longer your fault. What I meant is a child who is dependent on a parent for their food should be fed healthy foods and not permitted to just eat to eat.  (Jul 20, 2008 | post #17)

Offbeat

childhood obesity

Sorry but an obese child to me is the fault of the parent. I believe that a child should not be permitted to eat out of boredom or to be given sugar/carb laden foods that are just fillers and have no nutrition. Children are a gift and we need to train them. That means teaching them what is healthy and what is not.  (Jul 17, 2008 | post #8)

Offbeat

I Can Give Up Everything Except...

Gave them all up 4 years ago. I do low carb and I am no longer over weight or unhealthy.  (May 31, 2008 | post #69)

Connersville, IN

Whats Your Favorite Dog?

Dachshund  (May 31, 2008 | post #13)

Sidney, OH

Sidney physician dies unexpectedly

Dr. Bruce Urbanc, who died unexpectedly on Sunday, was a physician who showed compassion to his patients and volunteered his personal time to make Wilson Memorial Hospital a vital community resource, hospital officials said. Many of those who worked with him as well as his patients, friends and relatives are in mourning this week for a man who gave his time and devotion to his family, his patients and to his community. “He was more than my business partner,” said Dr. Ken Bosslet. “He was my friend for 31 years.” Bosslet first met Urbanc in Kirksville, where Urbanc was a first-year medical student at Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in Missouri. ‘Friendship grew’ “My wife and I went to Kirksville to open up a franchise and needed someone to watch our son. We found Bruce’s wife, Holly, to watch him, and then got to know Holly and Bruce and our friendship grew,” he explained. It was due to Urbanc’s example that Bosslet decided to go to medical school. The two were separated, yet remained in touch, since Urbanc graduated and joined the U.S.Air Force to continue his medical residency and Bosslet had several more years of medical school to complete. Urbanc served at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base as a flight surgeon and after his military service was finished, bought Dr. Donald Siehl’s practice in Sidney in 1987 since Siehl was retiring. His patient load grew quickly and Urbanc asked Bosslet and his wife to come to Sidney and see if he wanted to join the practice. The Bosslets liked Sidney and moved as soon as Bosslet completed his medical residency. The two developed a thriving practice through their dedication to their patients and to each other. ‘A great partner’ “He was a great partner, a very caring doctor and a devoted family man,” said Bosslet. “We were a good balance and always made decisions based on the best interests of our patients.” Bosslet noted that Urbanc and his wife were in Cleveland this past weekend to attend a family wedding and visit with family members. He said that on Friday, Urbanc spent the day with his son, Patrick, who is a recent graduate of Bowling Green State University and had begun a job with a Cleveland-based company. “He told his wife that it was the best day of his life with his son,” as his son showed him his company and all he was learning and doing in this new beginning of his life. Bosslet said that Sunday, 27 members of Urbanc and his wife’s family had gotten together to attend a Cleveland Indians ballgame. During the game, Urbanc told family members that he did not feel well and said he was going to get some water. He collapsed near a paramedic station, and was taken to a hospital three minutes away from the ballpark. ‘Massive heart attack’ “I think that he had a massive heart attack and died immediately.” Bosslet said. “The hospital found his cell phone and called the family. It is such a huge shock to everyone. We lost a respected and revered physician and community leader as well as a good friend. He will be greatly missed by all of his friends and family as well a his patients.” He served the hospital well as a member of the medical staff. During his 20 years of serving patients in Shelby County, Urbanc also was an active physician serving to stimulate progress and enhance quality at Wilson, hospital officials said. He served as the chair of medicine for the medical staff in 1992-93, was the chief of staff from 1994-96 and served on the medical staff committee of the board of trustees and as a member of the Quality Improvement Council. He was also an active member of the Shelby County Medical Society and medical director of The Pavilion, Sidney. Urbanc, board-certified by the American Osteopathic Association in Family Medicine, was also a member of the Wilson Memorial Hospital board of trustees, serving Photo provided Dr. Bruce Urbanc  (May 29, 2008 | post #1)