Sonny Fulks is a graduate of Ohio State University where he pitched four varsity seasons for the Buckeyes from 1971 through 1974. He furthered his baseball experience as a minor league umpire for seven seasons, working for the Florida State League (A), the Southern League (AA), and the American Association (AAA). He has written for numerous websites, and for the past fourteen years has served as columnist and photo editor for The Gettysburg Magazine, published by the University of Nebraska Press, in Lincoln Nebraska. His interests include history, support for amateur baseball, the outdoors, and he has a music degree from Ohio State University.
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Thursday, 03 July 2025 / Published in Features, Home Features

Happy 4th of July….And What ‘Is’ America’s Song?

The story behind two of America's most recognizable tunes, traditional favorites from  from the 19th century...and how Ray Charles' recording would make one of them a contemporary masterpiece that sealed his place as an American holiday icon.

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Wednesday, 02 July 2025 / Published in Features

July 2: The Facts About “The National Emblem” – ‘Officially’

It’s a well-recognized tune, one of the most famous in America, but for the sake of fact…some words about a “national” tune not written by John Phillip Sousa, but one he admitted that he liked as much as his own. A holiday tribute in today's Press Pros.
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Sunday, 29 June 2025 / Published in Features

A Tribute To A Remarkable Friend Of Sidney High School, And Community

People like Mary Jannides touched so many lives over the years that it's impossible for the those outside Sidney to understand.  But it's not hard, once you know the story.
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Saturday, 28 June 2025 / Published in Features, MAC

Delphos St. John-Tri-Village Stage Fun Matchup In Midwest Live Showcase

It's not even the fourth of July yet, but already the brightest lights in area high school Division VII basketball tee it up this weekend, whetting hoops appetites for December.
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Friday, 27 June 2025 / Published in Features, Home Features

What We’re Hearing In June…About 12 Teams Per Region, And Football 2025

The recent OHSAA announcement about 12 teams per region for the playoffs has apparently inspired no one who's concerned with the future of more competitive football.  "And Marion Local is still in Division VII,"  laments one.