Balloon Fest continues history of giving to charity
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August 16, 2024
Pictured from left to right are Jose Zacatelco, Lavona See of Honda Marysville, Angie Miller, Jeanne Weist, Marie Woodford, Lorie Spain and Kevin Behrens. (Journal-Tribune photo by Aleksei Pavloff)

Balloon Fest continues history of giving to charity

By Kyle Meddles 

The 49th year of the All Ohio Balloon Fest brought in $15,933 in net proceeds for local charities. Event organizer Kevin Behrens said the festival is proud to have been able to consistently raise money for charity over a long period of time.

“I think what we’re happy with is that over the 19 year...

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