Midvale history program offered in Dover

Brenda Stafford and Candice Wilson

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Published April 21, 2025 - 6:00 p.m. Modified April 21, 2025 - 6:00 p.m.

Shirley Edie Bitticker, Brenda Stafford and Candice Wilson will present a program titled “Reminiscing and Documenting Midvale, Ohio” at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 23, at the Dover Public Library, 525 N. Walnut St.

The presenters will share images and stories about Midvale’s people, events, schools, churches, businesses and industries. They will also discuss their efforts to preserve the village’s history for future generations.

Bitticker frequently speaks to local groups about her childhood in Midvale. She has contributed essays to Tapestries of Tuscarawas County and completed a personal memoir with the help of Storyworth.

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