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Middlef ield Jeep Invasion Yields $10k for VALOR Retreat

By Ann Wishart ann@geaugamapleleaf.com Another Jeep Invasion of more than 200 Jeeps gathered for a 90-minute tour of Geauga County on Oct. 10, escorted by Geauga County Sheriff Scott Hildenbrand with lights flashing but no sirens.

The mile-long string of Jeeps may have raised eyebrows from fellow drivers, but it was all for a good cause.

The Rotary Club of Burton-Middlefield raised $17,000 from the event and plans to use it to support disabled veterans, said Rotary executive board member Jim Dvorak.

“This year, we are sending $10,000 to the VALOR Retreat in Hocking Hills to build ranch-style See Jeeps • Page 5

Residents Asked to Hang Ornament on Christmas Tree

Tree Lighting is Nov. 26 Staff Report Middlefield Village Mayor Garlich and council members are inviting residents to place an ornament on this year’s new addition to the annual holiday tree lighting event.

The village will provide a Christmas tree that represents the Village of Middlefield, where “Where Families Grow Strong.”

Each household in the Village is asked, if they choose, to bring an ornament to hang on the tree that represents their family/household.

The kickoff to the community tree decorating will be at the annual tree lighting ceremony, which will be held at 7 p.m. Nov. 26.

Members from the Cardinal High School Cardinaires will provide wonderful entertainment for attendees. University Hospitals will provide hot chocolate to those in attendance.

After the tree is lit make sure to look and listen for jingle bells, as Santa will be stopping by with a special gift for village children.

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The Rotary Club of Burton-Middlefield held another Jeep Invasion in October and donated $10,000 from it to the VALOR Retreat project. The check was presented to Barbara Titus, a board member of the nonprofit retreat. Also pictured, from left, are Rotary member and jeep owner Bob Johnson, Junction Auto Family owner Cliff Babcock, Jeep Invasion organizer and Rotary member Jim Dvorak and Geauga County Sheriff Scott Hildenbrand.

Sheriff, Prosecutor Support Vaccine Mandate Lawsuit Attorney General Files Federal Complaint Challenging Biden Rule

By Amy Patterson amy@geaugamapleleaf.com

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has joined attorneys general of Kentucky and Tennessee in a federal lawsuit seeking to block President Joe Biden’s vaccine mandate for employees of federal contractors.

In a Nov. 4 news release, Yost said the federal mandate would result in the release of what he called dangerous U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detainees being held in county jails across Ohio.

Sheriffs will lose talented deputies to this mandate and will ultimately give up their contracts to house ICE detainees rather than see that happen, he said.

“Forcing that kind of choice on people who dedicate their lives to keeping our communities safe creates a needless situation in which everyone loses,” Yost said.

New federal guidance at www. saferfederalworkforce.gov says if a contractor is not taking steps to

comply with the mandate, significant actions — such as termination of the contract — should be taken.

Yost said sheriff’s offices are not the only entities in Ohio with federal contracts and that the defense, higher education, medical and shipping industries also employ them, as well as the state of Ohio itself.

The suit — which challenges the Biden administration’s authority to mandate COVID-19 vaccines — was filed together with Geauga County Prosecutor Jim Flaiz and Sheriff Scott Hildenbrand, as well as Seneca County Sheriff Fredrick Stevens, Yost’s press release said.

In 2018, a WKYC report said ICE pays Geauga County $75 per day for each detainee jailed in the safety center. In 2014, the building was paid off after 10 years rather than 30, with funds from ICE making up most of the early payments.

Hildenbrand said ICE income is down about 50% year-to-date, but the safety center is also housing inmates for Cuyahoga and Summit counties, as well as several other local departments and the

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U.S. Marshals Service.

Hildenbrand said he did not know the number of his employees who may be affected by the mandate.

“But the vaccinations have been offered and there are several that do not want it,” he added.

The U.S. Supreme Court recently upheld a vaccine mandate challenged on the grounds of religious freedom.

However, Yost said federal overreach of what he called the Biden administration’s “unconstitutional” mandate is another issue tackled by the lawsuit. “I’ve said it many times. The Biden administration may not do whatever it wants however it wants,” he added. “The Constitution lays out See Lawsuit • Page 13

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By Rick Seyer Here is a photo of the H. B. CASLOW DRUGS & STATIONERY store, with H. B. Caslow standing on the right, Robb Rose in the center and Myron Raymond on the left.

This week’s story line is about Myron Raymond and his murder at the hands of two young Middlefield brothers, ages 16 and 21.

Raymond lived alone on Bundysburg Road, north of Nauvoo. At the time of his death in May 1917, he was 77. He was known throughout the county as a rich, eccentric and kindly recluse.

The two brothers broke in to his home and waited for him to return, intent on robbing him. When Raymond entered the house, one brother hit him on the head with a flashlight while the other brother hit him in the head with the handle of a crosscut saw that had been hollowed out and filled with bullets and then covered with leather; it was broken from the force of the blows and lay on the floor with the bullets scattered about.

It was the village marshal, Charles Wilkerson, who actually solved the case. Wilkerson also owned a machine shop and he had made a bullet mold that you poured hot lead into

to make bullets. He recognized the bullets scattered about Raymond’s home were actually made from his mold. He had loaned the mold to an individual in town and immediately went to see him.

The individual who had borrowed the mold told Wilkerson that he had loaned it to the older of the two brothers. Marshal Wilkerson went to the home of the brothers, questioned them and got signed confessions from both.

A few years later, Garland Shetler, who was a teenager at this time, was at an auction at a local residence. He saw a box of junk about to be sold and recognized the bullet mold was included in the box.

Garland was born and raised in Middlefield, and had lived in a home behind the current post office building. He always knew what was going on in town and knew that the mold was a significant piece of Middlefield history. He had the mold for over 70 years and, shortly before he died, gave it to me for safekeeping.

I have purposely not named the two brothers because it is believed there are still relatives living in the area.

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Faith Matters Inspiration Within the Family No mother-in-law jokes allowed. Patricia listening to a book on tape, a visit with neighKeats is not to be maligned or made fun of. bors, a good meal or the song of a Tui bird in At 93 years old, she is both an inspiration and the Kowhai tree outside her deck. She is also a zealous follower of the New Zealand rugby a blessing to me.

First and foremost, she gave me my wife, and cricket teams.

Covid-19-related lockdowns have somewho never ceases to bring joy and goodness times compounded loneliness for Pat and into my life. However, that’s getmillions of senior citizens like ting ahead of the story. her. I am reminded of the words Pat is a remarkable 93-yearof Mother Theresa who said, old New Zealand lady, living 8,459 “Loneliness and the feeling of bemiles from Middlefield. Despite ing uncared for and unwanted are suffering from macular degenerathe greatest poverty.” I wonder tion, which essentially has robbed how many people in your circle of her of eyesight, she still lives influence are in need of your lovalone, somehow fending for hering touch? Each of us is growing self. She exudes a quiet strength By Roger Kruse older. In our youth, we may be and determination as she trusts the Lord day by day for wisdom and help. Her guilty of marginalizing the “old folks” or even condo is nestled into an “over 55” community ignoring them. How much better to take time on the near west side of Auckland, New Zea- to show we care through phone calls, personal visits or by taking an outing together. land’s largest city.

Jesus gave us a thought provoking glimpse Pat married her sweetheart, Jack Keats, in Wanganui, a riverside city on the southwest of the judgment day to come in Matthew 25 coast of the North Island. That was way back when he distinguished between those individin 1950. He was 26 and she was 22. Within uals who had put faith into action versus those four years they were blessed with two chil- who did not. He said that when we show kinddren, Grant and Glenda. However, in 1955, the ness to a stranger, provide clothing, give food or polio epidemic hit the world with full force. drink to the hungry and thirsty, or visit a person Jack, a vibrant, athletic, physical education sick or in prison, we actually do it for Jesus Himteacher, became ill and died within a week. Pat self. What a privilege is ours to serve our Savior was left with her grief, two young children, and by showing love and help to people in need! an unknown path ahead. With grit and grace, Roger Kruse seeks to make his faith pracshe raised her kids, providing, protecting and tical by serving the everyday needs of people teaching them right from wrong.

A talented administrative assistant, Pat, around him. Who will you serve today? served at the city council office for many years.

Later, after moving to Auckland, she became the personal secretary to the national director of World Vision, an international Christian humanitarian aid and advocacy organization.

Wherever she lived, she always nurtured a steady faith in Jesus, who promised, “I am with you always.” She offered her gifts and service to the local church, intent on giving practical demonstration to the abiding trust deep within her heart.

For many years, Pat made regular visits to our home, both in America as well as Indonesia, back in the 1980s. With seven grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren now scattered around the globe, she relishes news of each one. Her prayers reach out and and lift them up before the Lord.

Grant and his wife, Wendy, offer practical help to Pat on a regular basis. Glenda and I reach out via What’s App phone calls at least once a week. Visits to New Zealand are always a highlight, whenever possible.

I can’t remember hearing Pat complain.

Instead she enjoys the simple pleasures of

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from page 1 cabins for disabled veterans,” he said Nov. 5 during the check presentation at the Junction Auto Family Jeep dealership in Munson Township.

The Jeep Invasion was even more popular among Jeep owners than it was the first year the Rotary organized it, with many sponsors donating, Dvorak said.

“The largest sponsor was Junction Auto,” he said. “They are always there for Rotary and the veterans in this county.”

“We were honored to be involved,” said Cliff Babcock, who owns Junction Auto with his father, Ed. Hildenbrand said the sheriff’s office stuffed a Jeep with groceries for the veterans food bank.

Barbara Titus, who is vice president of the VALOR Retreat board of directors, said they have plans to build eight cabins and a lodge on the 22-acre preserve so veterans who have been injured in action can bring their families for a week.

“They want to build two cabins to start.

They may break ground in the spring,” Titus said, adding two cabins may be available by fall of 2022.

Equine therapy is part of the services offered by the nonprofit organization. A 38-horse barn, an indoor arena and riding trails will provide veterans, their families and Gold Star families with recreation, she said.

Two tamed mustangs are already in residence at the farm, Titus said.

“Outdoor recreational activities are considered one of the most effective therapeutic services we can offer our veterans,” said Tim Oldani, of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs mobile veteran’s center in a flier.

The VALOR — which stands for Veterans Are Loved, Owed and Respected — retreat concept came from a desire to help stop the scourge of suicides affecting veterans returning from combat, according to the flier.

“The cabins are specially built for combat veterans, their families and Gold Star families,” Titus said. “It’s all free of charge, a mental health initiative.”

The remaining $7,000 will be spent to help local veterans, Dvorak said, adding the effort to assist veterans and their families is an ongoing project.

The first Jeep Invasion raised $11,000, he said.

“We hope next year to raise $20,000,” Dvorak said.

Senior News Home Delivered Holiday Meals

The Geauga County Department on Aging will offer a free traditional meal to any Geauga County seniors, age 60 and older, who will be home and alone on Thanksgiving, Nov. 25 and/or Christmas, Dec. 25.

There will be no regular Home Delivered Meal delivery or congregate meals on Thanksgiving or Christmas days. Instead, holiday meals are available by preorder only.

Thanksgiving meal requests are due by Nov. 18 and for Christmas by Dec. 17.

For more information or to sign up for a meal, call the department on aging at 440279-2163.

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Town Crier Swiss Steak Dinner

Nov. 19, 5-7 p.m.

Enjoy a Swiss steak dinner with sides and dessert at Parkman Congregational Church, 18265 Madison Road in Parkman Township.

Dinner is drive-thru, carryout only.

Cost is $12. Proceeds benefit missions.

Operation Christmas Child

Nov. 17-22 Join to fill shoebox gifts filled with toys, school supplies and hygiene items for the Samaritan’s Purse project during National Collection Week. Filled shoeboxes may be dropped off at 15978 Newcomb Road in Middlefield. Collection hours are Wednesday and Thursday, 3-6 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. to noon; Saturday, 12-4 p.m.; Sunday, 1-3 p.m.; and

Monday, 10 a.m. to noon.

For more information, call 828-262-1980 or visit samaritanspurse.org/occ.

Holiday Volunteers Needed Geauga County Department on Aging needs volunteers Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 25 to deliver meals to area seniors who are alone for the holiday.

All meals are prepared and made ready for delivery at the Chardon Senior Center located at 12555 Ravenwood Drive in Chardon.

Volunteers will pick up holiday meals and deliver them to their assigned seniors’ homes.

To volunteer, or for more information, call Deana Catucci at the Geauga County Department on Aging at 440-279-2145.

Exploring Home Education

Nov. 18, 7 p.m.

Geauga County Homeschooling will host a presentation at Chardon Christian Fellowship, 401 S. Hambden St., Chardon. A panel of veteran home educators will discuss a variety of issues including the definition and legalities of home education. There will be time for questions and answers as well as information on future meetings.

For more information, visit www.geaugahomeschool.org.

Audubon Visits LaDue Reservoir

Nov. 20, 9 a.m.

Blackbrook Audubon Society will visit LaDue Reservoir, the largest body of water in Geauga County, to look for swans, ducks and Bald Eagles. Birders of all skill levels should meet in the parking lot of the boathouse at 17759 Valley Road in Auburn Township.

For more information, email blackbrookaud@aol.com.

Protect Geauga Parks

Nov. 20, 10 a.m. to noon Meet at the Sunnybrook Preserve Shelter, 12504 Heath Road in Chester Township and participate in a meet and greet at the shelter and a guided walk through the preserve. Then, join Protect Geauga Parks supporters at the shelter for doughnuts and a hot beverage to learn about upcoming PGP programs and activities.

The event is free; attendees are asked to bring a nonperishable donation for a local food pantry.

For information, call Barb at 216-3464025.

Geauga GOP Christmas Party

Dec. 4 The Geauga County Republican Party will host its annual Christmas party at the Chagrin Valley Athletic Club, 17260 Snyder Road,

Chagrin Falls. Doors open at 6 p.m. followed by a buffet dinner at 7 p.m. Cost is $50 per person and includes appetizers, buffet dinner at 7 p.m. and dessert. Local and state Republican office holders and candidates will be in attendance.

RSVP by Nov. 29 by sending a check to Geauga County GOP, PO Box 536, Chardon, OH 44024 or pay with credit card at www. geaugagop.com.

Any questions, call 440-253-9677.

GCRTA Holiday Brunch

Dec. 7, 9:15 a.m.

The Geauga County Retired Teachers Association will hold the annual holiday brunch at The Tanglewood Club, 8745 Tanglewood Trail, Chagrin Falls. Gathering time will be followed by a business meeting and buffet breakfast.

Bryan Cataldo will entertain with holiday music. Guest speaker Janet Creighton, former director of governmental affairs under President Bush, will be share behind the scenes stories from the White House. Following the program will be the 50/50 raffle, a free lunch raffle and book raffle.

Reservations are required by Nov. 28.

Make checks for $19 per person to GCRTA and mail to: Judy Miller, 17130 Kinsman Road, Middlefield, OH 44062. Inform Judy of any dietary restrictions.

Members are asked to bring paper products or canned goods for the Geauga County Job and Family Services Emergency Fund.

Bloodmobile

Dec. 7, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

American Red Cross will host a blood drive at First United Methodist Church, 14999 South State St., Middlefield. Donors must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds and be in good health.

Visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800733-2767.

Sponsor A Family This Holiday Season Sponsor-a-Family is the holiday program that provides food and gifts to low income families, Geauga County foster children and seniors in Geauga County.

Geauga County Job and Family Services has coordinated the Sponsor-a-Family Program during the holiday season for 49 years. Applications are mailed to lower income families receiving assistance through Geauga County Job and Family Services, such as SNAP. To inquire about receiving help, contact Sara Shininger, community support coordinator, at 440-285-9141, ext. 1263.

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School Leaders Learn from Pandemic, Plan for Future

By Ann Wishart ann@geaugamapleleaf.com Geauga County school superintendents outlined their priorities and goals for providing a relevant education for their students during a virtual Geauga Growth Partnership presentation Nov. 5.

Called “Celebrate Successes during Challenges,” the discussion included lessons learned during the COVID-19 pandemic and how school funding will change in the next two years.

Chardon Schools Superintendent Mike Hanlon spoke briefly about Ohio’s Fair School Funding Plan signed into law as part of House Bill 110 on June 30 and due to be rolled out in 2022.

Between 60% and 100% of school funding has been based on property values and the taxes they yield, but the new plan will change that, he said.

The FSFP is set to base funding 60% on property value and 40% on the owners’ income, Hanlon said.

“The plan is based upon the costs of providing a high-quality education. It will reduce the reliance on local property taxes,” he said, adding the plan allocates 60% of the funds toward the actual needs of students.

The last four years of the six-year plan, called FSFP 2.0, will require more legislative work, Hanlon said.

Unintended consequences are expected and those will be addressed by schools and the legislature working together to get to that next level, he said.

Several superintendents talked about the

challenges their districts faced from the pandemic and what they learned from them.

“Geauga County has a lot to be proud of, the way we navigated the pandemic. Bontempo None of us took a Pandemic 101 class,” Hanlon said.

Berkshire Schools Superintendent John Stoddard said the administration learned during the last year and a half the school’s connection to the community is vital.

“What we noticed during the pandemic was we needed to make a concerted effort to reconnect with our families and our community,” he said. “We really want to have those good, strong relationships.”

The Kenston Schools administration adapted to the changes, went into overdrive and made plans for a safe return to school.

“Last year, we entered uncharted waters,” said Kenston Schools Superintendent Nancy Santilli. “It was a year that tested and shaped us for the future.”

Hanlon said Chardon Schools staff is building for the future, as well.

“Our focus is on the four Es: entrepreneurship, enrollment, employment or enlistment,” he said. “We will have accomplished our goal when every graduate has a clear four E plan.”

Cardinal Schools helped students choose a future by holding a career fair in October when grades nine through 12 met with dozens

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of businesses to explore their future options.

“No longer is it the day when we can have students graduate from high school not knowing their next step,” said Cardinal Schools Superintendent Bill Kermavner.

He pointed to Cardinal’s PhabLab that provides students with access to 3D printers, laser cutters and other equipment available to prepare them to work in high-tech fields.

“Cardinal is paving the way for innovation and technology through the use of our stateof-the-art PhabLab,” Kermavner said.

Training high school students for careers when they graduate is not restricted to the school districts.

Auburn Career Center in Concord Township provides specialized technical education for about 150 high school students and 500 adults from Geauga and Lake counties who have an eye to the future, said Superintendent Brian Bontempo.

“We want to partner with and support school districts so high school students have opportunities,” he said, adding the wide range of subjects that can lead to certification and jobs include production technician, technology

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engineering and design, welding and robotics.

“Industry needs people with robotics training,” he said.

Bontempo also talked about the first responder training facility ACC is building where current and future emergency medical technicians and firefighters can train. Those careers are in big demand all over the country, he said.

West Geauga Schools Superintendent Richard Markwardt recalled his district working through the pandemic while absorbing Newbury Schools through a territory transfer and finishing the task of rearranging its schools to be more efficient.

“The building level reconfiguration initially met with quite a bit of resistance and quite a few doubts,” he said, adding the change was put into effect to target the needs of the children.

It required a repositioning of half the elementary staff and adjustments to the bus routes.

Markwardt said the Newbury students who are attending West G have adjusted well and the next step will be to determine the future of the Newbury Schools campus.

Religion Gospel and Hymn Sing

Nov. 20, 7 p.m.

Join Lifehouse Church for old-time gospel music and hymns at the church located at 14030 Radcliffe Road in Chardon. All are welcome to join the free event of praise and worship through songs. Call 440-254-4777 for more information.

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Legislative Update

Diane Grendell Co-Sponsors Trans Youth Healthcare Ban

By Amy Patterson amy@geaugamapleleaf.com

State Rep. Diane Grendell (R-Chester Township) is the primary cosponsor of the Save Adolescents from Experimentation Act, which seeks to prohibit physicians and other medical healthcare professionals from providing gender transition procedures to any person under 18 years of age.

Grendell and Rep. Gary Click (R-Vickery) introduced the bill Oct. 19 and it was referred to the House Families, Aging and Human Services Committee Oct. 26.

It would also bar any health insurance policy or other healthcare plan from reimbursing the costs of gender transition procedures for any person under 18 and rule the provision of gender transition procedures to a person under 18 unprofessional conduct subject to discipline by the health professional’s licensing entity.

HB 454 contains similar language to a bill passed over the veto of Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson in April. The Arkansas “SAFE Act” bill was blocked by a federal judge in July.

Equality Ohio is a nonprofit organization that advocates for “fair treatment and equal opportunity for all Ohioans regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity or expression.”

The group said HB 454 is an “extreme attack” on affirming mental and medical care for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or queer/questioning youth.

“Gender-affirming medical care is recommended for transgender youth by the American Academy of Pediatricians and the Endocrine Society and is viewed by the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and the American Psychiatric Association as evidence-based patient care,” according to an Equality Ohio legislative update.

Writing in support of the bill, the Center for Christian Virtue, a Columbus-based advocacy group formerly known as Citizens for Community Values, described gender-affirming medical care as mutilation and sterilization.

“Sadly, hospitals, schools and even Planned Parenthood facilities across the state are pressuring families to put children on experimental and dangerous procedures,” said David Mahan, CCV policy direc-

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tor. “The narrative that some would like to bully us into accepting is nothing short of ‘affirmation equals love and healing, and disagreement equals hate and harm.’”

Grendell did not respond to questions regarding the genesis of the bill, or whether she and Click had consulted with medical or mental health professionals before its introduction.

Grendell and Click’s bill further prohibits personnel in public and private schools from “coercing” a minor to withhold issues related to their gender identity from a parent or guardian. The bill would require school personnel disclose any information related to the minor’s perception that their gender is inconsistent with their assigned sex.

On Sept. 8, Grendell and Click introduced HB 411, the Individual Privacy and Anti-Discrimination Act, which makes an individual’s COVID-19 status confidential information.

According to a Legislative Service Commission summary of the bill, HB 411 specifies that, except as required by federal law, a business, employer, state agency, political subdivision, public official or individual who acquires information regarding an individual’s COVID-19 vaccination status is prohibited from disclosing or releasing the information without written consent.

State Rep. Sarah Fowler Arthur (R-Ashtabula), who represents Ashtabula County and a portion of eastern Geauga County, is a cosponsor of HB 378, which would require physicians to inform pregnant women before inducing or performing a mifepristone abortion of the possibility of reversing its effects. The bill also requires the physician to provide the pregnant woman with information on and assistance with resources that may help reverse the effects of a mifepristone abortion, according to the LSC. The bill, cosponsored by Rep. J. Kyle Koehler (R-Springfield), moved to the House Health Committee Sept. 16.

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High school students attend a career fair hosted in partnership with Ohio Means Jobs at Cardinal High School.

CHS Fall Play

After an almost two year hiatus, Cardinal High School Theater is finally back and live on the stage with the production of “The Video Gamapalooza.” But, more importantly, the school welcomes back the community as its live audience. Unless state or local mandates change, the show will be in person exclusively.

Performances are Nov. 19 and 20 at 7:30 p.m. and Nov. 21 at 2 p.m. in the middle school cafetorium.

Tickets are available for purchase online at cardinal.booktix.com until 6 p.m. Nov. 18.

Tickets will also be available for purchase at the door.

For more information, visit the district webpage at www.cardinalschools.org.

CHS Hosts Career Fair

In partnership with Ohio Means Jobs, Cardinal High School held a career fair for students on Oct. 29. All students in grades 9-12 had the opportunity to speak with businesses from 16 different career clusters and all five branches of the military. They were also able to get information from four different colleges, inquire about apprenticeships and internships and learn about different career resources within Geauga County.

To prepare for the event, all students were asked to complete a career interest survey through Naviance to determine their top three career clusters, participated in a halfhour group coaching session with a career professional, and were asked to visit at least four businesses in their interest areas.

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Students in Ms. Kinder’s first-grade class experiment with temperature during a lesson from Mr. Z on liquid density where they discovered warm things are light and cold things are heavy.

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Merry Middlefield Returns Dec. 11

Merry Middlefield will return to the Village of Middlefield with businesses collecting new, unwrapped toys and gift cards to be donated to local non-profit organizations.

This is a group effort of Middlefield Chamber of Commerce member businesses, sponsors, volunteers and others who donate their time.

The holiday season begins at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 26 with the official Village Tree Lighting ceremony with opening remarks by Mayor Garlich, a performance by the Cardinaires and the tree lighting ceremony in Pocket Park. Be on the lookout for the Grinch and his dog Max sneaking around,

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trying to create mischief.

On Saturday, Dec. 11, catch the thief in action between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. when he appears at various participating businesses during the day to steal the gifts that have been donated by the community. The evening starts at 6 p.m. inside Great Lakes Outdoor Supply, 14855 N. State St., when the Grinch and Max deliver their award-winning dramatic performance where the Grinch will have a change of heart. Meet Santa when he arrives and bring your cameras for a photo.

For anyone donating to the toy collection, please consider gift cards and new unwrapped toys. A few ideas to help in selecting the toys include dolls, stuffed animals, board games,

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remote control cars and sporting goods.

All items collected will be given to local non-profit organizations for distribution.

Look for the green standing Grinch and Grinch posters at collection locations.

Happy holidays to you and your family. See you Dec. 11.

Winners of the Coloring Contest Ages 4 -6: Marlin M. Miller Ages 7 – 12: Jacob Miller Ages 13 – 16: Susan M. Miller Ages 17 – up: Carolyn Detweiler

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Rothenbuhlers Donate $100k to Cardinal Concession Stand

By Ann Wishart ann@geaugamapleleaf.com

A new concession stand at the Cardinal Schools stadium is $100,000 closer to being built thanks to a donation from Rothenbuhler Cheesemakers of Middlefield.

Owner John Rothenbuhler gave a presentation to Cardinal Schools Board of Education Oct. 13 about the operation that has grown in Geauga County and now has its global headquarters in Troy Township.

Rothenbuhler used a PowerPoint presentation to explain the company’s philosophy behind the donation.

“Rothenbuhler Cheesemakers is committed to the bronze-level sponsorship because we want to invest in the community so the youth of our community make a positive difference in the world,” he said. “Specifically, education without extracurricular activities is not complete.”

The business was started by Hans Rothenbuhler, a Swiss immigrant, in 1956 and continues to embrace his core values of God, respect for people and a passion for excellence.

“Our founder would be proud to know that, today, a third generation of Rothenbuhlers are deeply committed to the family tradition of making only the very best cheese … guided by a pledge to perfection and a mission to bring nutritional goodness to your family,” Rothenbuhler said.

He talked about the high quality of the company’s cheese, it’s automated plant and the company’s practices.

“We believe in wholesome and nutritional goodness that excites the entire family and is

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Rothenbuhler Cheesemakers of Middlefield donated $100,000 to Cardinal Schools in October for construction of a concession stand. Pictured are, from left, Cardinal Athletic Director Jimmy Soltis, Hans Rothenbuhler and Mike Hall, Cardinal High School principal.

essential to a happy and healthy life,” Rothenbuhler said.

In a phone interview, Cardinal Schools Athletic Director Jimmy Soltis said the donation to the Cardinal Schools facilities sponsorship program gives Rothenbuhlers the naming rights to the concession stand, which will include restrooms.

The location of the proposed building is still uncertain, but Soltis said the donation will be a “step in the right direction” to com-

pleting the stadium, an effort that engages him, Superintendent Bill Kermavner and the district head of maintenance.

“We’ve got to put a budget together and go from there,” Soltis said, adding they hope to have the concession stand and restrooms operable by the 2022 football season.

It is part of an ongoing effort to update the district’s sports facilities.

“In the grand scheme of things, Rothenbuhler’s donation is a huge help,” Soltis said.

In 2019, the district’s cinder track was replaced with a red all-weather track partially funded with a donation by Cardinal graduate Kevin Pollari.

Boosters have helped raise funds for the new lighting and the home bleachers, Soltis said.

Many other donations have been made and banners proclaiming the individual donors decorate the ball fields and the gym, he said.

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Police Blotter The following is a sampling of the calls handled by the Middlefield Village Police Department, Oct. 14-27, 2021.

ANIMAL PROBLEM Nov. 10 4:02 p.m., South State Avenue. Cat stuck in a tree.

CITIZEN ASSIST Oct. 28 3:14 p.m., Kinsman Road. Caller is at St. Lucy’s Church in Middlefield and would like a ride. Waiting in the church parking lot.

17-year-old needed ride home. He broke his mask today at school and was not allowed to get on school bus. Officer transported teenager home.

Oct. 31 3:02 p.m., West High Street. Caller states a female patron will be stopping by police department to file a report of someone who took photos of under her skirt last night at bar. Caller is bar owner. States they have video and will be willing to hand

it over to police department when they request it. Officer advised. See report.

HARASSMENT Oct. 28 9:27 p.m., East High Street. Caller needs to make a report for harassment. Caller is at Middlefield library. Called to request escort to his apartment due to his mother following him home and placing a court paper on his vehicle. Mother said “change your address so I don’t have to drop these off anymore.” Male was given advice on how to apply for no contact order.

THEFT Nov. 5 10:36 a.m., Northview Drive. Caller loaned gun to her son over the summer so he could go target practicing. Son has not given the gun back. Caller says he son is a heroin addict and believes he is using again. She is concerned if he does not have the gun he may have given it away.

Officer advised and will handle.

Real Estate Transfers Following is a list of area real estate transfers for the weeks ending Oct. 29 and Nov. 5, 2021, provided as a public service by the Geauga County Auditor’s Office. Transfers may involve the sale of land only.

HUNTSBURG TOWNSHIP Thomas R. Boyce, 12220 Madison Road, to Laura Wilson, $254,000. (2.98 acres) Laura Siegel Larson, Hunt Road, to Robert D. and Wilma S. Stutzman, $250,000.

(50.24 acres) MIDDLEFIELD TOWNSHIP Eric and Deborah Tapager, 15930 Shedd Road, to Melvin M. Jr., Marian A. and Melvin M. Sr. Miller, $200,000. (12.96 acres) Paul E. and Mary Ann Mast (TOD), 16930 Shedd Road, to Paul P. Jr., William P., James P. and Sam P. Mast, $100,000. (92.94 acres) MIDDLEFIELD VILLAGE Alron Homes LLC, 15369 Knox Circle, to Gary L. and Jana Measures (trustees), $350,000. (0.24 acres)

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critical rules by which the executive branch must operate. Congress and the states have their own powers, which the administration can’t just take over because it wants to.”

Yost said the mandate is unconstitutional in part because police power to enforce mandates falls within a state’s authority, not the federal government’s authority. Congress, he said, did not give the president authority to issue such a broad mandate.

On Nov. 5, Yost announced Ohio joined another lawsuit, this time aimed at the vaccine mandate for private businesses, alongside attorneys general from Idaho, Kansas, Kentucky, Oklahoma, Tennessee and West Virginia.

The lawsuit asserts that the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration

Kenneth and Donna M. Kolesar, 15994 Johnson St., to James A. Wilcox Jr., $150,000.

(0.16 acres) Tracy A. and Bonnie L. Jemison, 15045 S. State Ave., to Thompson Real Estate Holdings LLC, $199,000. (0.67 acres) Charles R. Jr. and Sharon L. McDonald, 14796 Glen Valley Drive, to Chery Palmentera, $184,800. (0.35 acres) Leonard C. and Brenda L. Dingers (trustees), 15380 High Pointe Circle (Unit 15), to Kenneth W. and Lynn F. Gross, $187,500.

(0.00 acres) PARKMAN TOWNSHIP Robert D. and Erma J. Yoder, 16735 Bundysburg Road, to Joey J. and Laura F. Byler, $360,000. (7.69 acres) Joey J. and Anne M. Leslein, 18181 Madison Road, to Steven A. and Lydia N. Byler, $225,000. (5.67 acres) Justin Howard, 16620 Old State Road, to Gene and Amy Henrie, $238,000. (1.83 acres)

“lacks authority to force tens of millions of Americans in the private sector to get vaccinated.”

The federal mandate is set to go into effect Jan. 4.

Flaiz said Yost’s office is doing the legal work, but has consulted with him.

“There is no cost to the county for the lawsuit,” Flaiz said.

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I meet many people in our community who come to me with x-ray or MRI results from a orthopedic surgeon and a laundry list of diagnoses that often have little to do with their symptoms. I want to shed some light on how significant these results actually are to help you become better informed to avoid being manipulated by results and from being driven by fear into inappropriate testing and poor outcomes. Let’s clarify some things to help you save time, money, stress and to get you effective treatment more quickly.

MRIs and other imaging advancements are very valuable in diagnosing, treating, monitoring, and managing numerous diseases. They have improved medical knowledge and interventions. They are absolutely necessary in many instances.

However, it may surprise you to learn Cramer that Medical guidelines “strongly” discourage the use of MRI and X-ray in diagnosing low back pain, because they produce so many false alarms. Ever wonder why surgeons and physicians may say “we won’t know fully until we get in there” despite the fact we have this awesome imaging? Well, interpreting imaging can be complicated. Even though we have this amazing technology, it is still difficult to determine with 100% certainty what an image shows.

When it is read appropriately and there are very clear positive findings that even a layman could identify (i.e. a big ol’ disc bulge)?

Does that mean we’ve identified the cause of the pain? Unfortunately, no. “Positive” findings on an MRI are extremely common, to the point where they aren’t significant in diagnosing the cause of the back pain and joint pain. If you took a random group of people who felt great, with no back pain whatsoever, and made them get an MRI just for kicks, well over half of these pain-free people would have “positive” findings. Just having a “disc bulge”, “disc protrusion”, “degenerative disc”, “ cartilage degeneration”, “joint space narrowing” and other “positive” finding on an MRI does not mean this is the cause of your symptoms and pain. This is even more true with each passing decade of life. The likelihood there will be a “positive” result on your MRI increases as you age, regardless of symptoms.

Knowing this, the worst thing I’ve seen people do is get an MRI because of their back and joint pain receive the impression from the doc that they have “bone on bone joint”, “facet degeneration, degenerative disc disease, bone spurring, etcetera” and assume they are broken and that’s that, they will have back and knee/hip problems forever. Absolutely not! The findings on imaging do not always correlate with symptoms, and it doesn’t do you any good to make back and joint pain pathology a part of your identity. Embracing the idea that “there is something mechani-

cally wrong with your back and joints” can lead to fear of movement, a hypersensitive nervous system, balance deficits and chronic pain. This will lead you to not moving at all due to fear of “making things worse” when the reality is if you don’t move it dramatically makes your symptoms worse.

Any physician who says “physical therapy will only make it worse” has no ideal what they are talking about and are not aware of the abundance of medical evidence supporting physical therapy first approach for back pain and joint pain. Getting injections, nerve blocks, immobilization boots and avoiding your mobility is what will make things worse!

These providers, which included orthopedic surgeons, primary care physicians, podiatrist and pain management doctors, have never made anyone walk again, use their shoulder again or return them to sport/work before.

They are not trained to do so. If you are having difficulty walking because of pain then why consult with a medical provider who is not trained to help you walk again? Physical therapists will not “fear” you into making uninformed decisions regarding your health but will inform you properly on your diagnosis so YOU can make the best educated decision for what’s best for yourself. A physical therapist will diagnose you properly based on your functional limitation and work with you directly on improving that limitation returning you to your normal mobility.

The physical therapy profession is designed to teach and inform you on what is really happening with your body, physical therapists have the time to do, not just a 15 minute consult and then next thing you know you are carted away for surgery. You will spend on average 2-3 hours/wk for 4-6 weeks with a physical therapist learning about your body and getting treatment at the same time. The human body has not changed for thousands of years, your muscles, spine and joints did not get here overnight and it will not improve overnight. It takes consistency, dedication and willingness to be informed properly and in doing so you will have success. Your body and health are worth it and you owe it to yourself.

So, I encourage you to seek care from a independent Doctor of Physical Therapy at MyoFit Clinic where there is no conflict of interest and who can work with you to treat you as an individual, addressing your injury and symptoms, and not solely treat your imaging findings. If you don’t want surgery don’t see a provider that offers surgery, see a physical therapist that accepts in-network insurance benefits which will enable you to receive the highest quality care to help you avoid surgery and help return you to normal pain free, this is what MyoFit Clinic offers you.

Dr. Adam M. Cramer, PT, DPT, is a licensed physical therapist, pain specialist and founder CEO of MyoFit Clinics in Chardon, Ashtabula & Middlefield, Ohio. Call 440-2861007 for a consultation to avoid orthopedic surgery. MyoFitClinic.com

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FOR RENT Half of Duplex, Middlefield, non-smoking, no pets, security deposit, 2-car garage, 2 bedrooms, laundry room. 440-6365747.

FOR SALE Old style floor quilt frame (25 yrs-modified) pin. tape. Large oval frames on (105) stands. Lap frames. Respond by mail. M. M. Barlow, 6690 Rose Hill Rd, Roseville, Ohio 43777.

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FOR SALE: Husqvarna backpack gas powered blower 450CFM for $110, 440567-5889.

Total Gym XLS, like new. AB crunch, wing attachments, squat stand, wall chart, training cards, more accessories. $650 FIRM 440-289-7812 FREE FIREWOOD FREE. Ash tree needs taken down in Middlefield Village. Other wood also available. Call Dan 440-221-3915.

Old oak crank wall phone $379; antique walnut sewing cabinet $98; cigar cabinet $78; humpback chest $89; large rocking horse $79. 440-338-3563.

GARAGE/ESTATE SALES

SERVICES John’s Plumbing: Affordable and reliable. Water heaters, toilets, faucets, drain cleaning, gas lines, sump pumps, well tanks. 440-285-0800.

Mobile Notary Loan Signing Agent. I come to you! Certified, insured, background screened. Contact Andrea Scheid at 440-343-2576, andrea44062@gmail. com, www.scheidsent.com.

Joe Eicher doing roofing, siding, remodeling, cleanout houses, we do most anything. Call between 8a-4p, 440-813-4272.

No answer, leave message.

Offering special discounts for interior and exterior painting and staining this season. 20+ years experience. Professional and insured. Call Dan 440-342-4552.

For your house sale or needing a “Buy Out”, Bill Herrick is the guy to call! 440834-2787.

WANTED Crew driver looking for new crew. I’m reliable and on-time. 2021 Ford F150 available 5 days, and possibly 6 if needed. Truck carries (4) crew members. I also capable of towing evenings and weekends. 216-973-4643.

WANTED TO BUY Buying all Stanley Bailey planes and machinist tools. Call Karl at 440-812-3392.

Old fishing tackle wanted: fishing lures (wood or plastic), tackle boxes, wooden duck decoys. Call Lee 440-313-8331.

If you need to have a moving sale or estate sale. Call Kathy Willis at 440-8403226.

Honey - raw, unfiltered, local. 12 lbs (1 gallon) $66; 2 lbs $13. Novelty. Leave a message 440-338-1585.

GE front load dryer $150. American Standard silver central AC $300. American Standard propane furnace $300. 12724 S.R. 88, Garrettsville. 216-410-3265.

Two used JL Audio 12W6v2 Subs, Two used Pioneer Mono PDX-M6 amps. All wiring included. Excellent condition.

Priced to sell. $250. Text 440-552-4400.

Four (4) great shop or sunroom windows. Large size 44”x77” tall. Brand new Simonton. Pd. $550/each. Selling $300/ each. Joe Emery, 216-570-4998.

Balsam Hill scotch pine 9’ unlit full tree, stand on wheels and instructions included. Must pickup $800. 440-391-0909.

Bruce solid oak hardwood flooring, (Butterscotch) 3/4”x2-1/4”. 9-boxes, 20.6688 sq ft. Will cover 12x15ft room. $300. 216513-0936. please leave voice mail or text.

Help Wanted Berkshire Local Schools is seeking to fill a Full-Time Custodial Position – Second Shift, and Custodial/Cleaning Subs for Days, Afternoon, Evenings, Weekend Events, Short Shifts. Sub rate - $14.29/hr.

Applicants must have an FBI/BCI background check. Contact Board Office for application at 440-834-3380.

RT 44 Auto repair is looking for a mechanic/technician for tires, oil changes, brakes, steering and suspensions, & general diagnostics. M-F No weekends! call Anthony or Monica at 440-286-3311.

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