West G Grad Produces Guardians
Spanish Speaking Broadcast
By Brian Lavrich sports@karLovecmedia com
By all accounts, this has been a successful season for the Cleveland Guardians. They have won the American League Central Division and finished with the second best record in the AL. The Guardians are currently competing against the Detroit Tigers in the American League Division Series.
One aspect of the Guardians organization that is growing right along with the team is its Spanish speaking radio broadcast. It started in 2023 and expanded this year to broadcast all 80 home games for the Guardians (the final home game was rained out and not made up). Fans can listen to the Spanish speaking broadcast through MLB. com and locally on WARF 1350 AM.
A big part of the broadcast is Mike Picha, a 2013 West Geauga graduate, who is the show’s engineer and producer. For Picha, 30, it’s a dream come true.
“Oh, for many reasons,” Picha said. “I grew up watching the then Indians. I feel attached. This allows it to come to life a little more.
“I feel blessed and grateful.”
Picha attended the Ohio Media School after graduating from West G. He interned on the Lanigan and Malone Radio Show before getting a call from Curtis Danburg, Vice President of Communications and Community Impact with the Guardians. Danburg was originally interested in Picha working with Tom Hamilton and Jim Rosenhaus on WTAM 1100 AM and 100.7 FM WMMS. Ultimately that didn’t pan out.
But Danburg called Picha again and offered him the position of producer and engineer for the Spanish speaking broadcast.
Working for the Guardians also allows Picha time to be involved at West G where he coaches middle school cross country and is an assistant coach for the varsity boys basketball team. Picha also helps the voice of West G football, announcer Randy Sciria, during Wolverine football games.
Picha is the main man behind the scenes in helping the broadcast team that consists of Rafa Hernandez-Brito, who is also the Spanish speaking broadcaster for the Cavaliers, and Octavio Sequera. Her-
nandez-Brito and Sequera share play-by-play responsibilities while former Indian All Star Carlos Baerga serves as the color analyst.
“They were all strangers to me,” Picha said. “One of the coolest things is we entered this as strangers and have become brothers. We have great camaraderie. I believe we clicked so quickly because of our faith. It’s brought us together.
“Living in Chesterland and going to St. Anselm growing up, faith is a big part of who I am. I make my life a big ministry. Faith makes me tick. I want to be kind to everyone.”
Clearly, the on-air personalities have meshed well with Picha.
“What I like about Mike Picha is he prepares himself better than anybody,” Baerga said. “He lets us know ahead of time, three or four days before that weekend. That’s something you need as a producer, as a guy in charge, the engineer who is in charge of our radio. We want to be ready. When we start the game we want to be ready for everything.
“It’s been great. This is our first full season doing 80 games. It’s
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West Geauga graduate Michael Picha, far right, produces and engineers the Spanish-speaking broadcast through MLB.com and locally on WARF 1350 AM. For Picha, 30, it’s a dream come true. He joins, from left, Octavio Sequera, Carlos Baerga and Rafa Hernández-Brito.
Burton Fall Festival
Oct. 12 and 13, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Burton Chamber of Commerce is hosting its Burton Fall Festival at the Burton Log Cabin. Enjoy a weekend of food, artisans, craft vendors and free entertainment.
Purses and Pastries Party
Oct. 12, 12-3 p.m.
Friends of WomenSafe will hold its ninth annual Purses and Pastries party at the Munson Township Hall, 12210 Auburn Road.
Guests will enjoy brunch, a designer purse raffle, Bingo, purse exchange of gently used purses, games and more.
Register online at www.friendsofwomensafe.com or call 440-285-3741.
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American Legion Pig Roast
Oct. 12, 4-7 p.m.
Newbury American Legion Post 663 and Auxiliary Unit 663 are hosting their annual pig roast dinner and homemade pie auction at the post located at 11008 Kinsman Road in Newbury Township. Call 440-635-6536 for tickets and information. To-go orders are available.
West Geauga Kiwanis Meetings
Tuesdays, 6:45 p.m.
West Geauga Kiwanis meets every Tuesday at the Chesterland Baptist Church, 12670 Chillicothe Road. Join for a free dinner and learn how Kiwanis serves local students and the community. Learn more at wgkiwanis. org.
Bloodmobile
Oct. 16, 1-6 p.m.
American Red Cross will host a blood drive at Mayfield Church, 7747 Mayfield Road, Chester Township. Visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-733-2767 to make an appointment.
Annual Fall Budget Bin
Oct. 17-20
Solon PTA’s 60th annual Budget Bin consignment sale at Parkside Elementary Gym, 6848 SOM Center Road in Solon, offers area shoppers a wide array of bargains on everything from clothing and toys to household goods and books. All proceeds benefit the Lois Gazeley Scholarship Fund for graduating Solon High School seniors.
Donations days are Oct. 12, 10 a.m. to 2
p.m.; and Oct. 13, 12-4 p.m. Preview sale day is Oct. 14, 4-7 p.m. For $15 per bag, shoppers get an early start on deals before the sale begins. Consignment days are Oct. 15, 3-7 p.m.; and Oct. 16, 3-8 p.m. Community sale days are Oct. 17, 3-8 p.m.; and Oct. 18 and 19, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Last chance bag day is Oct. 20, 12-2 p.m. All bags are $10 each.
For more information on donating or consigning, email ptabudgetbin@gmail.com.
West G Plaza Trick or Treat
Oct. 17, 4-6 p.m.
The merchants at West Geauga Plaza are hosting a Halloween Trick or Treat for children ages 2-12 accompanied by an adult. Dress in costume, bring a treat bag and stop by the plaza stores for treats.
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Outreach Spaghetti Dinner
Oct. 17, 6-7 p.m.
Christ Presbyterian Church offers free drive-thru spaghetti and meatball dinners the third Thursday of each month. Salad and dessert are included. The church is located at 12419 Chillicothe Road in Chester Township.
Young of Heart
Oct. 18, 11:30 a.m.
Geauga Young of Heart will meet at St. Anselm Church in Chester Township. Bring a brown bag lunch. Snacks and beverages are provided.
Entertainment will be by Dan Maloney with his singing, banjo and guitar. Please bring a donation of non-perishable food to the meeting which will be donated to the local food bank.
The group will see a movie at noon at the Aurora Atlas Movie Theater on Oct. 29. Call Kimber for more information at 440-668-3293.
Free Fresh Produce
Oct. 19, 9-11 a.m.
Newbury Community Church hosts a fresh produce giveaway at 14916 Auburn Road. Cleveland FoodBank provides the service to lower income Geauga County residents the third Saturday of each month through October. Please bring ID and bags.
Geauga PERI Meets
Oct. 23, 11 a.m.
The Geauga County Public Employee Retirees Chapter 86 will meet at St. Mary Banquet Hall, Chardon. Lunch is at 11:30 a.m. Guest speaker Nicholas Fischback will share legends and stories of the local area
and Punderson State Park. Call 440-226-4491 to RSVP by Oct. 17.
Trunk or Treat
Oct. 23, 5:30 p.m.
Geauga County Sherriff’s Office will host its annual Trunk or Treat at 12450 Merritt Road, Chardon. The event is free. To ensure every child leaves with a full bag of treats, candy donations for the event may be dropped off in the lobby during normal business hours. For more information, call Jackie Tryon 440-279-2070.
Trick or Treat Street
Oct. 26, 5-7 p.m.
West Geauga Recreation Council (WGRC) is hosting its fourth annual Trick or Treat Street at the WGRC campgrounds, 8611 Cedar Road, Chester Township.
For information and to register to secure a spot by Oct. 20, visit wgrc.org. The free event is open to the public.
Christmas Boutique Vendors
St. Anselm Women’s Guild is now accepting vendors for its Christmas Boutique taking place at 9 a.m. Nov. 9. If interested, contact Shirley Chambers at 216-832-5158 or shirlthewhirl76@yahoo.com.
Sign Pickup
The Geauga County Republican Women’s Club will have signs available for pickup every Saturday and Sunday through Nov. 3 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 400 Water St, Chardon. For more info, contact Joanie Windnagel at 440-339-6894.
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West Geauga Schools
Homecoming King and Queen
The West Geauga student body crowned a new homecoming king and queen - James Javorek and Michaela Platt.
Congratulations to the rest of Homecoming Court who were selected by staff and students: Alexander Schaffer, Aidyn Koshar, Brianna Wiley, Carson Frate, Henry Bartlett, Juliana Faraguna, Madelynn Dunbrook and Madison Spencer.
WGHS Spirit Week
Homecoming week was eventful for West Geauga High School students as the Stu dent Council planned a spirit assembly and themed dress-up day each day. The week con cluded with a parade, homecoming football game and the Saturday night dance.
A few notable highlights of the week were the annual powderpuff flag football game where the junior girls beat the seniors. Held as a daytime event for the first time, it allowed
Thank you to everyone who participated in the homecoming parade and lined the streets to support the students.
The Interact Club is sponsored by the Geauga West Rotary Club, which provided pizza and referees for the event.
The 2024 homecoming king and queen are James Javorek and Michaela Platt.
Progress Continues on West G Bus Routes
By aLLison WiLson WiLson@karLovecmedia com
Work has continued on West Geauga Schools’ bus routes, with Superintendent Richard Markwardt providing an update at the Sept. 23 board of education meeting.
Parents expressed frustration at the start of the school year about long riding times, prompting officials and West Geauga Schools Board of Education members to look at potential solutions.
Though the routes were approved in August, the board has continuously been updated on their status since.
“We’ve been working diligently to improve our routes. In terms of ridership, we want the time to be lower for our students, particularly our Lindsey (Elementary School) students,” Markwardt said.
Some incremental gains have been made, including the recent addition of a 24th route, he added.
“We are now in the process of adding a 25th and a 26th route. As soon as we can get people to man those routes and staff them, we will have that in place,” he said.
The district is also looking at a new routing configuration that, if successful, could be rolled out in January.
“We didn’t want to do it before that because we think right now, every few days we’re telling parents ‘watch out, this route is being adjusted, that route’s being adjusted,’ for both absences, resignations, hirings, etcetera,” he continued.
Markwardt emphasized the progress had been a team effort.
“As (Assistant Superintendent Nancy Benincasa) said, nothing that happens in this
Teen Arrested for Brandishing Fake Gun
staff report
A 16-year-old male has been arrested after brandishing a fake gun at a West Geauga football game Sept. 27.
Officers verified the weapon was not real and there was no danger, Chester Police Chief Craig Young said in a follow-up Facebook post.
While West Geauga Schools has been cooperative with police, the juvenile is neither a West Geauga student nor a Chester Town-
ship resident, the chief added.
The juvenile is being charged with three first-degree misdemeanors, police said in an email Sept. 30: illegal conveyance or possession of a deadly weapon or of an object indistinguishable from a firearm in a school safety zone, inducing panic and aggravated menacing.
The matter remains under investigation.
West Geauga Schools did not respond to a request for comment prior to press deadline.
district is a unilateral action on the part of one individual,” he said. “It always involves a team and (Technology and Operations Director Scott Amstutz) and I will be meeting with the drivers tomorrow at 9 (a.m.) and we’re going to be throwing out to them some of the information that relates to this, and then also looking at how we can solicit their help and recruit them.”
Markwardt noted he had recently met with the drivers union.
“I said, you know, in the past my experience with revising bus routes has involved conversations with the drivers,” he recalled. “And, they said, ‘That’s because we know the routes better than anyone else.’”
Markwardt concluded with a thank you to the board for their patience, saying they are working hard to satisfy families with kids on the bus too long.
Williams Emerges at West G As Next Great XC Runner
By aLan kornspan sports@karLovecmedia.com
The West Geauga Wolverines Boys Cross Country team has had some excellent runners over the past few years.
In fact, in 2023, Matthew Dienes made the podium at the OHSAA Cross Country State Championships as he ran a 15:47 5000m.
After graduating in the Spring, Dienes joined 2023 alum Christopher Whiting and 2022 alum Daniel Kearns as a member of the John Carroll University Cross Country and Track and Field Teams.
Now in the Fall of 2024, another standout Wolverine runner has emerged.
That runner is junior Jacob Willams who has had a great 2024 cross country season.
On Sept. 27, Williams continued his excel lent season as he ran a 16:29.38 5000m at the U Wanna Come Back Madison Invitational. For Williams, this was his all-time personal record for the 5000m.
With his excellent time, Williams finished 5th for the meet.
Afterward, Williams said that the course was very flat, but the running conditions were not ideal due to the rainy weather.
In addition, Williams discussed his strategy during the race.
“I was just trying to stick with people I know I could stay with and it helped me to a good time and a pretty good race,” Williams said.
He also said that he was aware of the previous times of some of the runners on the Chagrin Falls Tigers team.
Utilizing that knowledge, he tried to stick
with a few Tigers runners until the final kick at the end of the race.
“So I was just thinking stick with one of them, and hopefully kick in the end, and see how I go from there,” Williams said after the race.
During the race Williams said he has a mantra that he repeats to keep himself focused and motivated.
“I just repeat to myself it's only 15 minutes of running, so do your hardest and and try to get a good place,” said Williams.
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West Geauga’s Jacob Williams continued his excellent season as he ran a 16:29.38 5000m at the U Wanna Come Back Madison Invitational.
Janet Lewis
Janet Lewis, 88, passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2024.
She was a loving mother, sister, cousin, aunt and grandmother to her family, and a good friend.
Obituaries
Janet was a nurse for many years and a schoolteacher for 30 years.
To those who knew her, Jan was kind, thoughtful — and a little feisty, too! She was always willing to make time for those she loved.
Janet was a beloved sister to the late Betty Ann Ball and Elaine McAffe and aunt to her late nephews Michael and William R. Hill. She is survived by her son, Kevin; and
granddaughters, Amanda Weenink and Emily Herman. She is also survived by her nieces and nephews, Devra Danforth, Elena Jensen, Nora Hill, David Alvarado, Elizabeth Alvarado and Benjamin Ruiz Sells.
Family and friends called at Gattozzi and Son Funeral Home, 12524 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township, on Oct. 1, 2024.
A funeral mass was held Oct. 2, 2024, at the Church of Saint Anselm, 12969 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland.
The family has asked, in lieu of flowers, please donate to the American Cancer Society.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.gattozziandson. com for the Lewis family.
Geauga Park District
For more information and registration, contact the park district at 440-286-9516 or visit www.geaugaparkdistrict.org.
Free Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides
Oct. 13 and 20, 1-5 p.m.
The park district is offering free horsedrawn wagon rides through the woods of Swine Creek Reservation, 16004 Hayes Road in Middlefield Township.
Cross Country
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John Boylan, Head West Geauga Boys Cross Country Coach said after the meet that he is enjoying watching the strides that Williams has made this season.
“He's learning to run and he is a smart kid,” said Boylan. “I really enjoy watching him run. I was out in the two mile and he was like in 16th place and I knew he would be in the top ten. He's consistently running like that all year.”
As Coach Boylan said, Williams has run well all season.
Starting the season at the Riverside Classic Night Invitational on Aug. 24, Williams ran 16:58.49.
Then at the McDonough Cross Country Invitational on Sept. 14, Williams finished in third place with a time of 17:08.
Guests are advised to head toward the sugar house for first-come, first-served boarding. Seating is limited by the size of the wagon, pets are not permitted to ride, and each outing lasts about 20 minutes, with the final rides stepping off about 4:30 p.m.
Because inclement weather cancels the experience, call 440-286-9516 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. to check their status if the day is rainy.
A week later, Williams finished ninth at the Cardinal Invitational with a time of 16:44.61.
As a junior, Williams’ times are not far off from where Dienes was in the Fall of 2023. For instance, Dienes won the 2023 Cardinal Invitational with a time of 16:23.30.
As the season continues, Williams is process focused as his concentration is on giving great effort and trying to keep getting pr's. He is hoping to possibly get into the low 16's for the 5000m.
In addition to Williams, West Geauga had four other runners finish in the top 60 out of 181 runners at Madison including Joey Lubanovich (43 - 18:20.03), Ryan Berdis (48 - 18:29.48), Mason Starr (49 - 18:32.36), and Robert Vash (51- 18:34.36).
The West Geauga Boys Cross Country team will next compete in the CVC Championships on Oct. 11.
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been really special. Everything has been VIP. Having him here in the ballpark has been very nice. We make a team. This team is together to be a winner.”
Hernandez-Brito agrees.
“Working with Mike has been a blast because not only is he great at his role, but it's a joy to work with somebody that is willing to do whatever it takes to make everything easy for everybody on the team,” Hernandez-Brito said. “I'm a person that likes to work with people that care about their work and Mike does. He does more than he's supposed to and that is contagious and makes the broadcast better.”
Sequera is also appreciative of Picha’s work.
“I love working with ‘Big Mike’ especially because he’s the kind of person who’s always aiming, waiting and working to get the best out of us in each broadcast,” Sequera said. “This season has been a huge blessing to all of us. Thank God almighty for that. To think that we started with only one weekend per month (in 2023) to now be here, calling 80 home games plus getting ready for the playoffs, that’s especial. I’d like to think that we reflect what the Guardians are showing on the field, therefore, we always have to bring our ‘A’ game.”
Picha has many game-day responsibilities.
“During the game I’m in the booth with them,” Picha said. “I talk in their ear.”
Picha said he’s constantly feeding the broadcasters stats, alerting them on substitutions or who might be throwing in the bullpen and also uploads audio clips to social media.
“I arrive two to three hours prior to game time to prepare,” Picha said. “I read a lot
of game notes. I get the starting lineups. I get the guys everything they need. We talk angles. I put together a montage of (audio) highlights of the previous game.”
Obviously one of the highlights of the season was when the Guardians clinched a playoff spot.
“The night we clinched, you get so emotionally invested,” Picha said. “You learn the story of the players. You’re emotionally invested in their life. You see who they are more than just baseball, especially their faith.
“But just going to the ballpark every day. It’s not necessarily about the game. There is nothing more gratifying than sitting where I sit and just look out the window (of the broadcast booth). It reminds me of big home runs by Jason Giambi, Rajai Davis, the 22-game win streak. I remember how electric the stadium is.”
Picha said he also feels a responsibility to raise awareness of Latino culture.
“I would love to see the brand grow,” Picha said. “It’s about baby steps. We have to give our all. We want to grow and reach as many people as we can.”
Baerga talked about reaching more of the Latino community in Cleveland as well.
“It would be special,” Baerga said. “I think we need to get connected to the Latino community. There is a big Latino community here in Cleveland: Puerto Rican, Venezuelan, Dominican even from El Salvador. It’s been very special. I think it would be awesome. And when you have best two players of this team, the third baseman Jose Ramirez and (Emmanuel) Clase, you want to get into it to the Latino community and iHeart is doing a great job with that.”
The quartet will continue to broadcast all Guardians’ playoff games, home and away. For the road broadcasts the radio team will remain in the studio in Cleveland.
Geauga Public Library
Geauga West Branch 13455 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township, 440-729-4250. Programs require registration unless otherwise noted. Visit www.geaugalibrary.net.
Book Bonanza
Oct. 10, 6:30-8 p.m.
Chat with fellow readers at the library’s Book Café, make a book-themed craft, compete in book trivia and more. No registration is required.
Art to Go
Oct. 15, 1-2 p.m.
From the Pacific Northwest to the Great Plains, native artisans have been creating beautiful pieces of art for centuries. Come discover these works of art and more.
Growing Garlic
Oct. 17, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
October is prime garlic planting time in Ohio. Learn how to grow garlic while sampling some treats made with homegrown garlic.
Arts & Entertainment
Fairmount Speaker Series
Oct. 13, 3-4 p.m.
Fairmount Center for the Arts continues its “Pull Back the Curtain” speaker series with “The Chokolatine Story: Where Art Meets Chocolate” at the center located at 8400 Fairmount Road in Russell Township. Meet Ines Rehner, founder of Sweet Designs Chocolatier in Lakewood, and get the inside story of Chokolatine, hand-painted, gourmet chocolates.
Light refreshments will be served. Advance reservations are recommended for the
free lectures by calling 440-338-3171 or visiting fairmountcenter.org.
Burton
Library Art Show
Oct. 8-12
The 41st annual Burton Art Show features the work of artists from Geauga, Lake and Portage counties. The free event is open to the public
Gallery hours are Tuesday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
For information, call the library at 440834-4466.
Community Meetings
Listed are upcoming public meetings and executive sessions. These meeting notices are NOT legal notices.
Chester Township: Oct. 14, 7 p.m., Board of Zoning Appeals; Oct. 16, 5 p.m. –Board of Trustees. 7:30 p.m. – Zoning Commission; Oct. 17, 6:30 p.m., Board of Trustees, special meeting; Oct. 31, 4 p.m., Board of Trustees. All meetings are held at the Township Hall, 12701 Chillicothe Road, un-
less otherwise noted.
Russell Township: Oct. 16, 4 p.m., Citizens’ Park District; Oct. 17, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees, special meeting; Oct. 23, 7 p.m., Zoning Commission. All meetings are held at Russell Town Hall, 14890 Chillicothe Road, unless otherwise noted.
West Geauga BOE: Oct. 28, 7 p.m., regular meeting. All meetings are held at the BOE Community Room, 8615 Cedar Road, unless otherwise noted.
Glow Up at WGMS
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West Geauga Middle School students were glowing at the PTO-sponsored Glow Dance. Decked out in neon, glow sticks and glow in the dark, the outdoor dance was a blast for all who attended.
Real Estate Transfers
Following is a list of area real estate transfers for the weeks of Sept. 23 and Sept. 30, 2024, provided as a public service by the Geauga County Auditor’s Office. Transfers may involve the sale of land only.
CHESTER TOWNSHIP
Donna J. Banfield (TOD) and Ruth Southwick, 8431 Whiting Drive and Whiting Drive, to Donna J. and Frederick Banfield, $40,000. (1.00 acres)
U.S. Bank N.A. (trustee), 11904 Clearview Road, to Michael Sims, $215,000. (1.46 acres)
Kty House LLC, 8549 Wilson Mills Road, to Chandra L. Wozniak, $650,000. (2.63 acres)
Scott J. and Erin B. Solar (co-trustees), 13118 Marilyn Road, to Brandon and Ashley Zimmerman, $390,000. (1.21 acres)
David and Mary Ann Lombardy, 12959 County Line Road, to Jonathan E. and Marina K. Koslen, $325,000. (1.88 acres)
Scott A. Larrick (trustee), 7350 Brook Lane, to Meghann Rossomme and Rob Macadam-King (trustees), $160,000. (1.24 acres) 8525 Sharp Lane LLC, 8525 Sharp Lane, to Dragana and Goran Gelic, $320,000. (0.61
acres)
Gianluca and Maria Carpinelli, 7521 Avon Lane, to Katherine Szabo Warner, $359,000. (1.22 acres)
Tom Gabanic (trustee) and John A. Gabanic (trustee), 13089 Westchester Trail, to Tom Gabanic (trustee) and Michael A. Gabanic, $62,500. (1.84 acres)
Tom Gabanic (trustee) and Michael A. Gabanic, 13089 Westchester Trail, to Michael A. Gabanic, $62,500. (1.84 acres)
RUSSELL TOWNSHIP
Ilse Wilke, 8778 Music St., to 8778 Music St. LLC, $500,000. (25.00 acres)
Gail Sindell Bishko (trustee), 14550 Watt Road, to Jay S. and Ruth E. Adams, $1,186,000. (11.63 acres)
Janine C. Vieyra (trustee), 8205 Music St., to Connor Roarke and Sara Ryan Von Carlowitz, $562,500. (3.01 acres)
David Fernando and Ann Marie Proano (trustees), 15665 Harmony Falls Lane, to Michael and Ciara D. Querubin (trustees), $329,000. (3.05 acres)
Patricia H. Kovanda, 15049 Hillbrook Lane East, to Jacquelyn Renee and Paul Michael Kelly, $424,900. (1.55 acres)
Laps for Lindsey
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The Lindsey Elementary Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) hosted its annual Laps for Lindsey fundraiser and surpassed its goal by raising $23,790. The money collected will be used throughout the year to support the students and staff at Lindsey School.
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Please email your resume and examples of your writing for consideration to cassandra@karlovecmedia.com
karlovec group
8389 Mayfield Road, B-5 Chesterland, OH 44026 Fax: 440-729-8240
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AUTOS & PARTS
2008 Nissan Xterra: Nice, MUST SEE, 134k, Winter Ready, Well Maintained. Also, 2002 Harley Davidson Sportster: 10k, Great Shape. MAKE OFFERS 330-8583213.
2007 Dodge Dakota SLT: silver, automatic, 6-cylinder, 6’6” bed w/liner. Call for details 440-223-9471.
1995 Cadillac DeVille: bright red, black Landau top, 4.9L FWD, 70k miles, new tires, runs, needs some work; $3,000/OBO. 216-536-4608.
FOR SALE
Portable Generator: Briggs gasoline engine. 5,500 continues wattage. 8,500 peak. Runs Great. Supplies power for 14 hrs on a tank of gas. $500/OBO. 216956-6478.
Full Electric Hospital Bed: rails, mattress and remote. Used for 3 days. ProBasics brand. $200. Call 440-3131411.
5-foot Rollback Porch Swing: treated wood, new, $195. Also, Octagon Picnic Table, new, $495. Also, wood pallets, Free. 440-548-2657, let ring.
Kenmore Dry Dehumidifier, 70-pints, $75. Craftsman 10-inch compound miter saw, $25. Craftsman electric hedge trimmer, 24-inch blade, $25. Troybilt 5550-watts, portable gas generator, like new, $400. 440-834-1753.
Electric Eel Drain Opener: self-feed, $300. Singer 401A Sewing Machine, with cabinet and lots of accessories, $50/OBO. 440-272-5736.
Benelli Super Black Eagle 12-gauge semi-automatic shotgun, 26” barrel, EC, $1,400. 440-564-1172. Tractor: Cub Cadet LX42” XT2 Enduro series, Kohler 22HP, 7000 series, with never used snowblower. $3,000/ OBO. 440-321-1171.
Oak Dinette Set: 48” round table, 24” leaf, 4 chairs, $350. Oak Dining Room Table: 60” long plus 24” leafs, $200. 440-286-3208.
Crocks: Lg20 $200, Lg15
$150. 2 jugs $150/each. Can send pics; all in good condition. Also Shed: VGC, 10x14, you move; $2,500. 440-655-9999, leave message.
Table Saws: Older Sears and Atlas table saws in working condition, $20 for the pair. 440-227-8295. FREE CARPET: blue/green, 21-feet by 14-feet and 11feet by 13-feet. Call Barb 440-503-6444, Middlefield. FIREWOOD for sale: $165 per cord. 440-338-5201. 1948 Farmall Cub Tractor: $1,850/OBO. 440-2926833.
Howard Rototiller: 42” wide, for compact tractor. Cat 1 three-point hitch. $1,800. 440-487-2955. Hitzer Coal Stove, GC, $750. Honda Generator: 5500 watts, $275. 440-636-6370. Also, New Dog House: light gray metal, $95.
New white triple track storm windows: (7) 30-1/4 x 591/4, $125 each. 440-336-5044.
GARAGE/ESTATE SALES
Oct. 12, 8a-2p. Trinkets & Treasures Sale: housewares, holiday decorations, jewelry, etc. Community Church of Chesterland, 11984 Caves Road.
Second Hand Treasures. A unique shopping place. Something for everyone! Weekly Sales: Thursday, Friday, Saturday. 9a-5p. Many $1 bargains. 9098 Old St Road, Rt.608, Chardon.
HELP WANTED
Help Wanted: Brush hogging small pasture, Chardon area. 440-286-3840.
PETS & ANIMALS
Free: Colorful, beautiful Bantam Roosters. Limited amount of Bantam Pullets available at $5 each. 440321-8152.
Barn homes needed for semi-feral cats, as their elderly caretaker is being evicted. All cats are being fixed & vaccinated. Rebecca 440-321-2485.
Kunekune piglets for sale. Born 7/25. AKKPS registered. Boars and gilts. Call or text 440-223-9023. For Sale: 8 little Banties; $2 each. Wanted: 1 American Rooster. 440-632-1505.
MISCELLANEOUS
FREE fact: profit-driven marijuana industry produced THC-infused colorful candies, cookies and drinks. Children (even toddlers) are being treated in hospitals and poison centers!
REAL ESTATE
Homes & Land Wanted: any condition or situation! Fast,
friendly, local. Serving Geauga and surrounding counties. Text or call Wayne at 330-269-9595.
SERVICES
Did you know Karlovec Media Group prints business cards? Prices start at only $30 for 500 (B&W, 1-sided, no bleed). Call 440-729-7667 or email ads@karlovecmedia.com.
North Coast Property Solutions: Insured. Senior, Veteran, and First Responders Discounts. We offer: Tree Trimming/removals; Storm Damage, Debris, Trash Removal; Gutter Cleaning; Window Cleaning; Chimney Cleaning, Etc. Call Mitchal at 440-662-2049 for your next project, you won’t regret it.
Joe Eicher doing roofing, siding, remodeling, cleanout houses, we do most anything. Call between 8a-4p, 440-813-4272. No answer, leave message.
Fix up your interior space this winter with Ed’s Painting: offering interior painting, plastering, wall paper removal; attic, basement, garage clean-outs. 216-323-6744. free estimate.
Albert’s Complete Tree Service: 45+yrs experience! Competent in all aspects of Arboriculture, Forestry and Land Clearing. Also, Firewood, Excavation and Sewer Work. Free Estimates. 440-687-5404.
