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Middlef ield Preston Superstore Gives $25K To DDC Clinic in Middlefield By Kathy McClure editor@geaugamapleleaf.com Supporting the community has always been Pat Preston’s motto, said his daughter, Jackie Preston Franck, Nov. 10 before presenting a $25,000 check to Middlefield’s DDC Clinic for Special Needs Children. “We never forget our community. It has always been important to Pat to be supportive,” said Preston, who is the marketing director of Preston Superstore in Burton. Dr. Heng Wang, medical director of the clinic, said Preston’s help means a lot and this donation sets a wonderful example of strong community support. A tour of the clinic building followed, where Wang noted half the cost of its construction came from donations. The four exam rooms assist patients and their families, primarily from the Amish community, in the testing, diagnosis and treatment of rare disease. Genetic testing and research in their lab have revealed some
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Preston Superstore Marketing Director Jackie Preston Franck presents a $25,000 check to Dr. Heng Wang and DDC Clinic Board President Don Daut in Middlefield Nov. 10. The contribution will help continue the clinic’s work in patient care and research of rare metabolic and genetic disease.
863 disorders previously unknown, Wang said, adding to date, over 1,100 patients, primarily children, from all over the world have been treated at the facility. Just this week, emails seeking help were received from Italy, Spain and Dubai, he said. Because the Amish population
is a close community and has remained self-contained to a degree over many generations, their backgrounds and disease symptoms deserved study, Wang said. Although many maladies were identified among the Amish community, these are certainly not limited nor defined to only that
population, he said. One remarkable discovered made at the clinic was the testing of cord blood at the birth of Amish babies. In cooperation with the Amish birthing center, Middlefield Care Center, a genetic disease panel can be run with 100% accuracy to detect over 190 possible diseases causing genetic mutations in the Amish community, Wang said, adding life-saving interventions can then be put in place to mitigate or cure some of these conditions. This is the first program of its kind in the country, he said. The DDC clinic sees more patients in rare disease than any other facility globally, which has helped them develop their expertise, Wang added. “I am just so proud,” Franck said. “This, in a small town in Ohio that can help all over the world. This is awesome.” In its early stages, the Amish community was afflicted with more than its share of seemingly incurable
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Cardinal BOE Reluctantly RIFs 3 Subs By Ann Wishart ann@geaugamapleleaf.com Substitute teachers are a valued asset to a school system, especially in the eye of a COVID-19 pandemic. So when Cardinal Schools Board of Education was faced with a resolution ending the contracts of three substitute teachers during an emergency meeting Nov. 25, members and the superintendent were reluctant to take the action. Superintendent Bill Kermavner said the district hired a substitute for each of the three school buildings at the beginning of the year with the understanding by both parties the contracts had to be short term. According to the Ohio Revised Code, a substitute who teaches for more than 60 consecutive school days must become a full-time
employee, he said. That would have increased their salaries from $85 per day to $165 per day each with benefits costing additional money — a drain on the district budget, Kermavner said. “We’re disappointed we had to do a RIF (reduction in force). It’s unique to RIF substitute positions,” he said. “Nobody wants them gone — we love them. We need them. It’s financial.” The contract was for 12 weeks, which has come to an end, Kermavner said, adding he is hopeful they will continue as subs this year and it is policy not to publish the names of individuals because it is the positions, not individuals, that are RIFed. “They can come back on a dayto-day basis,” he said. In a typical substitute situation when the sub does not have a con-
tract, if a teacher calls in sick or plans to take time off, the district’s electronic system picks a name from the available substitute teacher list and places him or her into the classroom. “We have to be very mindful of the future,” Kermavner said, adding the district finally has a projected carryover of about $200,000, but he has a reserve goal of about $1.1 million. That is what would be needed to make sure everyone gets paid for a month in case of a catastrophe. “I’m fighting like hell to get Cardinal in a safe place,” he said in a phone interview Nov. 28. The resolution read, in part: “…The three long-term substitute teacher positions are hereby reduced because of financial reasons; including but not limited to the reduction of school foundation
funding and county property tax collections; and the fact that the temporary need for the positions has been eliminated as a result of the district’s ability to move to remote instruction as warranted for the remainder of the calendar year…” In addition, the district has seen smaller classes since the beginning of the school year, so fewer teachers are needed, Kermavner said. The resolution, passed unanimously after an executive session, received some push back from the Cardinal Education Association, which he said has been very collaborative through the pandemic. But the need to be fiscally responsible into the future was a strong argument, he said. It is vital for a district to be fiscally responsible and the action supports that aim, he said.
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By Rick Seyer This week’s top photo shows the south side of state Route 87 where Middlefield Bank’s parking lot currently is located. Although the signage is not readable on most buildings, the first building on the far left was an IGA GROCERY store. Next to it was an ATLANTIC & PACIFIC (A & P) GROCERY store, next to it a KROGER’S GROCERY store, next a jewelry store, owned by Leon Shute, and on the corner was a lunch counter/candy store. The jewelry store had a sign out front that read “Shute The Jeweler. This picture was
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Faith Matters The Barnabas Factor
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He was born on the island of Cyprus and kingdom of God. Besides training and a godhis parents named him Joseph. However, he ly example, the best thing I have to offer is became known to fellow followers of Jesus in encouragement. Experience has taught me Jerusalem as Barnabas. It wasn’t just a quirky that God delights to use ordinary people who nickname. “Barnabas” means “son of encour- obey His Word and believe that God can inagement.” We discover in the book of Acts that deed use them. Barnabas was, in fact, a habitual encourager. As I think about what encouragement Barnabas was the guy that sold a field means in our lives, Barnabas is a true hero. he owned and gave the money If you presently lack encourageto help meet the needs of other ment or grew up in an environbelievers. Later, he came alongment where encouragement was side the apostle Paul, previously rarely given, you know how much known as the notorious, feared it can be missed. persecutor of Christians. Let’s be honest, however, When Paul came to Jerusalem, giving encouragement to others he was rebuffed by other disciples requires an unselfishness and a who did not trust that he had truly willingness to focus on something changed. Nevertheless, Barnabas By Roger Kruse besides your own needs. It is a took Paul under his wing and brought him gift that you give to someone to build them to the apostles. He vouched for him and af- up and enable them to thrive. firmed that Christ had indeed transformed Also, when we think about people getting his life. Wherever Barnabas went, encourage- along with each other, encouragement is just ment was likely to show up with him. the medicine needed. The writer of the book I wonder what people think when you or of Hebrews exhorted his readers with these I arrive on the scene? Are you known as a words. “Let is consider how we may spur one positive person who brings encouragement another on toward love and good deeds.” … to others or is your reputation more rooted “Let us encourage one another…” in criticizing and complaining? To be sure, we Who will you encourage today? It is someall have our moments when we are not at our thing we can all do. It is a gift that lifts others best. However, what if we made a decision to up and helps to bring people together with follow in Barnabas’ footsteps and bring en- love. We could use plenty of that right now. couragement to those around us? Roger Kruse has benefited greatly from those As a father, I learned a long time ago that who have encouraged him. Now he wants to be encouragement is what kids want and need known as a Barnabas, encouraging others. the most. That does not mean that discipline is not important. However, never underestimate the power of a spoken word of encouragement. A poem entitled “Children Learn What They Live” tells us that “If children live with criticism, they learn to condemn.” However, “If children live with encouragement, they learn confidence.” Many kids are inwardly crying out for some words of encouragement from their Dad and Mom. As a cross country coach for eight years, I discovered that encouragement was one of my very best offerings to each runner. Sure, they had to put in the miles and do the hard work. But an athlete also has to believe that he/she can accomplish something better; that an extraordinary performance is within reach. A good coach needs to be a cheerleader! For the past 11 years, I have traveled to India over and over again to train leaders and Huntsburg motivate each one to become their best self Congregational Church in the service of Jesus. What joy has been 12435 Madison Road, mine to see leaders blossom and become Huntsburg, OH those who impact others powerfully for the
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Fitness Report
Avoid Surgery with Physical Therapy Dry Needling By Dr. Adam M. Cramer At MyoFit Clinic we see patients whose whole quality of life has been put on hold while they wrestle with debilitating musculoskeletal pain. They want to avoid surgery and understand that seeing a independent doctor of physical therapy first is the safest and most effective option. It’s the best way to avoid surgery because independent doctors of physical therapy only offer conservative treatment solutions, never surgery. Seeing a provider who offers Cramer surgery will increase the risk of receiving a surgical intervention. You can reduce that risk by receiving a diagnosis and care at a independent physical therapy practice first. Sometimes muscle pain centers in their shoulders, neck and back, or manifests itself with severe muscle spasms. Other times it appears as tendinitis, foot, hip or knee pain, muscle strains, and overuse injuries. In treating all of these patients, we have achieved amazing results using physical therapy first and a treatment known as “dry needling.”
What is dry needling?
Dry needling is a skilled intervention that a Doctor of Physical Therapy performs using a thin needle to penetrate the skin and stimulate underlying muscle and connective tissues to promote healing of neuromusculoskeletal pain (nerve and muscle pain) and movement impairments which leads to improved strength, mobility and activity performance. When we initially recommend dry needling to patients, some of them confuse it
with a traditional Chinese medicine known as acupuncture, where the same kind of needle is used. But that is where the similarity stops. Dry needling is different in that it is based on western neuroanatomy and modern scientific study of the musculoskeletal and nervous system. Unlike acupuncture, the needles in dry needling therapy administered by a doctor of physical therapy inserted into trigger points in the body to elicit a twitch response. In essence, the needles release the muscle, promote blood flow to generate a new healing response so it can actually heal.
How it feels for the client
When we discuss dry needling, clients often express concern that it will be painful. Actually, it can be quite comfortable to receive this therapy. Most of our clients cannot even tell when the needle has been inserted. When the muscle twitch response happens, they may experience some minimal discomfort which they describe as a bit of pressure but then the individual experiences immediate pain relief! When pain relief does happen, it can be an emotional experience for the client. To finally be rid of a pain they have shouldered for months or even years leaves them with a feeling of bewilderment and tremendous relief. This treatment is very safe, cost-effective, low risk, covered by all medical insurances and requires no referral. To heal your pain fast and avoid surgery consult with our doctors of physical therapy first! Dr. Adam M. Cramer, PT, DPT, is a licensed doctor of physical therapy, pain specialist and CEO/Founder of MyoFit Clinic in Chardon, Ashtabula & Middlefield, Ohio. Call 440-286-1007. References available at MyoFitClinic.com
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Town Crier FGP Virtual Silent Auction
Dec. 1-6 Foundation for Geauga Parks hosts its first-ever “Treasure Our Parks” virtual silent auction. Visit www.foundationforgeaugaparks.org for the secure auction link. For more information, contact the Foundation office at 440-564-1048.
Dorothy’s Porch Giveaway
Dec. 3 and 4, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. A free giveaway of clothing for the family, Christmas items, books and bedding will be held at Celebration Lutheran Church, 10621 Auburn Road, Chardon. Masks are required; social distancing will be observed. Donations will be accepted through Nov. 26 by appointment only. Call 440-285-5402 to schedule.
Red Cross Blood Drives
The American Red Cross is urging healthy donors of all blood types to give blood or platelets. Donation appointments may be made by downloading the free Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-733-2767. Dec. 8, First United Methodist Church, 14999 South State St., Middlefield, 1-6 p.m. Dec. 11, Parkman Community House, 16295 Main Market Road, 1-7 p.m.
GCP Holiday Networking Event
Dec. 10, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Geauga Growth Partnership will host a virtual holiday networking event via Zoom. Join for conversation, games and prizes. Upon registration, guests will receive goodie bags filled with gifts from fellow members. Call 440-564-1060 or email info@geaugagrowth.com to register.
Hike & Fire
Dec. 12, 10 a.m. to noon or 1-3 p.m. Enjoy a naturalist-led walk around the
trails of Swine Creek Reservation, then return to the shelter for a campfire. Registration required; call the Geauga Park District at 440-286-9516 or visit them online at www. geaugaparkdistrict.org.
Live Nativity
Dec. 18 and 19, 6-8 p.m. Huntsburg Congregational Church will present a live nativity at 12435 Madison Road, Huntsburg Township. Call 440-6365504 for more information.
Christmas Help for Families
For over 45 years, Geauga County Job and Family Services has coordinated the Sponsor a Family Program. The program assists low income families with toys, food and gifts for the holidays. The program is open to Geauga County families with minor children who are receiving assistance, such as food stamps. To request an application, or for more information, call Sara Shininger at 440-2859141, ext. 1263.
Community Meetings Listed are public meetings and executive sessions in Huntsburg, Middlefield and Parkman townships, and the Village of Middlefield for the coming weeks. Please note: These meeting notices are NOT legal notices. Huntsburg Township: Dec. 8, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees, special zoning work session to review updates to current zoning resolution; Dec. 14, 7 p.m., Board of Zoning Appeal, public hearing to consider area variance application at 16355 Mayfield Road, followed by 8 p.m. public hearing to continue a Nov. 16 hearing for a conditional use permit at 11580 Clay St.; Dec. 15, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees. All meetings held at the Town Hall, 16534 Mayfield Road.
Middlefield Township: Dec. 14, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees. All trustees meetings are held at Township Office, 15228 Madison Road, unless otherwise noted. Middlefield Village: Dec. 8, 7 p.m., Planning Commission (if needed); Dec. 10, 5:30 p.m. – Finance Committee, 7 p.m. – Village Council. All meetings are at the Municipal Center, 14860 N. State Ave. Parkman Township: Dec. 15, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees. All meetings are held at the Community House, 16295 Main Market Road, unless otherwise noted. Cardinal BOE: Dec. 9, 6 p.m., regular meeting, BOE Office, 15982 E. High St., Middlefield.
Cardinal Schools Homecoming Week Celebrations
There was a different look and feel to homecoming week this year at Cardinal High School. Even though some of the traditional after school activities like the bonfire and dance were cancelled, others like Spirit Week continued on. Students and staff members spent the week of Oct. 26 participating in the various theme days Student Council members planned out for them. Theme days included pajama day, twin day, meme day, class color day/senior toga day and dress up day, where those participating could wear homecoming formalwear or Halloween costumes. The week ended with the announcement of the homecoming king and queen - Cardell S. and Haylee H. They were celebrated at school prior to the end of the day and they, along with all members of the homecoming court, were recognized prior to kickoff of the football game on Oct. 30.
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Cardinal High School seniors Cardell S. and Haylee H. were selected as the 2020 homecoming king and queen.
Public Offices (Auditor of State). The report is available in the Treasurer’s Office, 15982 E. High St., P.O. Box 188, Middlefield, Ohio 44062 or on the District website: cardinalschools.org. The final audited report will be available sometime in January 2021. For more information, contact Merry Lou Knuckles, treasurer, during regular business hours at 440-632-0261 or merrylou.knuckles@cardinalschools.org.
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conditions. It became clear the close community of intermarriage created a finite gene pool, causing metabolic and genetic disorders to prevail, Wang said. Dr. Holmes Morton was the first in the area to examine reasons for the childhood ailments and mounted an effort to explore further. By 2002, Das Deutsch Center was formed and scientific exploration began on the local level. Wang began his work within the Amish community, with a particular affinity for its children. Realizing there was much more to learn through this population group, a research scientist was hired in 2005, Dr. Baozhong Xin. With the partnering of these minds, many discoveries and cures were found that fundamentally changed the Amish community, Wang said. “Having a lab onsite has made all the difference,” he said. Xin added, “Until six years ago, we were a research lab, but now, we have progressed to be a clinical lab, as well. The recent CLIO (Clinical License Improvement Amendments) designation gives us license to issue reporting and diagnosis that other medical personnel worldwide can employ to treat disease.” The samplings for testing come from 25 different countries seeking results, he said. To further assist the Amish community, the clinic acts as an intermediary to supplies and medicines. By managing the technology, distribution and paperwork, business manager Patti Gallagher said the community has
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saved more than $2.5 million in a year. Thanks to the generosity of corporate donors like Preston, grants and local funding from families in and around the Amish community, the care and research continue, she said. Advancement Director Duncan Tanner talked about the sad reality of COVID-19’s impact on the clinic. “We lost as much as $100,000 this year due to the cancelling of our Patchwork Auction. We continue to seek support in two areas: operational support like that of Preston for which we are grateful, and developmental support to take our message beyond our Amish community.” The Preston donation will be used for underwriting additional equipment, as well as enhancing their promotional reach, Tanner said. “Part of the compassionate care we provide allows us as specialists to meet with a patient or family for several hours instead of just the normal 15 minutes,” Wang said. “The knowledge we build and the expertise we get helps both the medical field, global research, as well as the family. The impact is worldwide and substantial. He said a $75 visit that should cost $500 is made possible by donors. This is not the first time Preston Superstore has helped the clinic. Gallagher said in past years, they have donated cars for visiting physicians and loaned vans for help during special events. Last year, the dealership developed the creative plan of donating $100 for every car sold. Over $9,000 was given to clinic. “You have got to be supportive,” Franck said. “That’s how we are able to stay in business, by everyone helping each other.”
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Katherine’s Korner Mrs. Joe Katherine Byler Middlefield Township “Wistful thinking”: I wish I were what I was when I wanted to be what I am now. Twenty-three days to Christmas. This counting business may help the brain, as it’s good to keep it spinning to avoid Mr. Alzheimer and his crafty tricks! We’re enjoying every ray of sunshine we can get at this time. We’ve not experienced a “full blast” of winter yet, as we usually do by this time. No one is complaining, unless maybe the hunters, who may want snow to track their elusive prey. I’ll just go to Kempf’s Butcher Shop for my meat, thank you! It’s very close by. Will be glad when the shooters are finished practicing and firing those loud things. Some years ago, daughter Barbara Ann and family got flipped into a snowbank with their horse and surrey on their way to our house. They sold said buggy to son John and now it flipped over again — on their way here, naturally. This occurred on Thanksgiving afternoon. ‘Twas John and wife, Laura, and sons Wayne and Alan Ray (who ordered me not to put this in the Post!) The horse made a sudden, sharp turn for the ditch on Parkman Mespo Road, being startled by the sudden appearance of a huge plastic contraption on a small wagon pulled by a pony! The horse (a beautiful Dutch Harness) is usually very reliable. Thankfully, Wayne could jump out and go to Diamond’s side to unhitch. Various bumps, scrapes, bruises were minor. Very thankful for a good ending for Thanksgiving Day. The
beans were left in the ditch; noodles and potato salad didn’t suffer as much. Whew! We visited son Joe and Mary Jane one evening along with son Robert and Kathryn. Mary Jane had serious back surgery on Oct. 26 and is still holding down the recliner. Dr. Kellis went in through the stomach for the first part of the surgery and discovered the spine almost separating and could have paralyzed her. They then went through her spine and put several rods and screws in. Hoping she’ll have better days soon. Say, just thought of something: Can take this way of letting people know that if they receive a Christmas card from us that says, “Joe, Katherine and Robert,” it was written in 2019 and I can’t erase it! Robert wed in July and he can sign his own cards now. No doubt his wife Kathryn will get them ready! Must get birthday cards ready. Some are ‘birthday twins,’ such as Karen Sue Wengerd, 14 (Noah); Susanna Weaver, 22 (Andrew); Edna Mae Yoder, 28 (Mrs. Joseph L.). Also “Levi and Ida’s Mary” it says in my birthday book, having no idea who that is. Is the forgetfulness starting already? Yes, it is. We suppose Nathan (Wayne) Byler, grandson in Carroll County, will think he’s ‘big’ now, as he turns 18 years old on Dec. 2. They are so busy hunting down there they might not have time to celebrate. Countless deer have been shot and slaughtered in their area, with Lori, 15, and Robbie, 134, in on it as well. Grandma says, “Glad it’s not me!” The average woman talks 25% faster than her husband . . . listens! Amen and Hallelujah!
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Coffee Break with Sue Mrs. Norman Susan Yoder Middlefield Township Hopefully everyone had an enjoyable Thanksgiving day. Our children were all here. Dad and Mom also came over. I saw in the Tribune where the Newton Falls police randomly stopped cars and handed out groceries for Thanksgiving dinner. (The week prior.) It’s nice to read about “happy” things, too. It said how one couple was wondering what their violation was. That was a pleasant surprise! The girls and I went shopping to some area Amish stores. They are having booming business, probably due to people doing more shopping locally. Mrs. Eli (Ida) Weaver is laid up after having foot surgery. She had a lot of pain prior, so hopefully this will be a success. She’s probably enjoy get-well wishes! Her address is 15886 Old State Road, Middlefield, OH 44062. Dad and Norm paid a short visit to Skip Weaver. He has terminal cancer. He seemed to be in good spirits. I’m sure they could use some cheer. His wife Emma is a diabetic and
has at least one foot partially amputated. She’s also on dialysis. Their address is 16310 Hosmer Road, Middlefield, OH 44062. Dad (Crist) has had a time of it. The doctor put him on iron pills. Apparently, they didn’t agree with his system. He’s on heart meds, including coumadin. After about a week, he started with stomach cramps, constipation, vomiting — and was just miserable. We immediately stopped the iron, which we feel is what did it. Long story short, his coumadin levels were so far off the doctor called at 5:20 a.m. to inform him. We had UH come to the house with its mobile emergency room. We were well pleased with the service. Dad feels much better. He was so very weak. A lot of unanswered questions. Was he bleeding internally? Dad, Mom recently enjoyed a singing group. It was Mahlon and Ruth Byler, Al and Verna Byler, (Joe) Katie Byler, Allen Ray, Barbie Yoder and Crist and Virginia Miller, and some children. ‘Til next time . . . being kind is more important than being right.
Howdy from West Farmington Mrs. Rudy Kathryn Detweiler West Farmington Happy Thanksgiving to everyone! As we smell the turkey roasting, the children can hardly wait, until food is done cooking, and heaped upon the plate, O, God of hope of harvest, who gives our daily bread, again at this Thanksgiving , we bow our grateful head. It looks like we’ll have a green Thanksgiving, with the weather in the 40s and 50s. The roads will be nice for travelers for the holiday tomorrow. Our family plans to go to son David Mullet’s in Atlantic, Pa., keeping me busy today preparing a big fat turkey gobbler and stuffing. Need to make a freezer of homemade ice cream yet, to go with a birthday cake for David’s 59th birthday. Last Friday night (Nov. 20) we got to cuddle another “great” granddaughter, Carolyn, born to Billy and Malinda Miller on Bundysburg Road. Grandparents are John R. and Laura Detweiler. Billy’s parents both passed away with cancer, leaving seven children at home yet. They were Mel and Betsy (Yoder) Miller. Also going along was above son John’s and Mrs. Stef Ellen Miller and children.
“Pilgrim Fathers stern and true, our hearts give ‘thanks’ today for you, God-fearing pioneers you came, and found a country in his name, Pilgrim Fathers stern but true, our land again needs men like you.” I’m sure many minds go out to those hard-working Pilgrim Fathers when we celebrate Thanksgiving. In these modern times it’s easy to prepare our meals. Are we thankful enough? For many years, Rudy and me, and daughters traveled to Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, with Bill Stutzman bus tours on Black Friday and Saturdays, which we sadly miss since Bill passed away. This year we plan to go again with David Mullet’s and some of their family, so we are excited about that. Our daughter John Ruth Miller from Guernsey County plans to come overnight and go along. The menfolk are going fishing, hoping to catch prize-winning walleye. They joined the fishing drawl up at Lake Erie. In four days they’ll be giving away thousands of dollars to some lucky guys. This has been going on for one or two months. Rudy didn’t join, so I don’t know too much about it, but our sons did.
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Mom’s Diary & News from Windsor Mrs. Wayne Barbara Ann Detweiler Windsor Nov. 12: Rose made a bunch of pumpkin rolls. She’s quite the expert by now. We got word that Wayne’s Uncle Sam Kempf died. That was a shock. His wife died only a few months ago. Nov. 13: Rose and I went to Krazy Bins store with John Betty and her sister Elva. That was a different shopping experience. The first hundred or so have to have tickets to get in and after that you can only get in when there are shopping carts available. And we found lots of bargains. Nov. 14: This was library day, so we got some different books. Otherwise it was a calm day. Nov. 15: Another day of rest and reading. It got very windy this afternoon and rained, so the yard is full of twigs and branches. More work for the girls! Nov. 16: Dreary and cold. I’m feeling somewhat better. Not quite as achy. Nov. 17: We canned applesauce tonight. Even Andrew helped. He chopped up those apples so fast we could hardly keep up! Rose also did some and she put cinnamon imperials in hers. That gives it a good cinnamon flavor. I wrapped the Christmas presents I have. Nov. 18: Rose baked a bunch of cookies for tonight. Around 20 men and boys were here to practice sing the church songs.
Nov. 19: I puttered around and Rose sewed. Little Jesse is starting to crawl. He’s such a little dear. Nov. 20: Rose made six pumpkin rolls to fill her orders today. I did a lot of writing and other paperwork. Nov. 21: I went shopping with some neighbor ladies. We went to Amish stores. John shot his fourth deer, but he didn’t want it so he gave it to us. I am glad for the meat. So Wayne cut it all up and packed it in ice chests. Nov. 22: We went to church and then tonight to John and Betty’s for supper. Jeremy and Laura also came then. I just don’t see enough of Laura since she got married. She still works, so she’s very busy. Nov. 23: It snowed big fluffy flakes, but didn’t stay. I love the snow, it brightens everything up. Nov. 24: I went to Middlefield to do my grocery shopping. I had about 15 stops, but some of them were just in and out. Nov. 25: I made pumpkin pies, an apple pie and pumpkin cheesecake for tomorrow. Nov. 26: We went down to my parents for a Thanksgiving dinner. Brother John, Laura and boys, and brother Robert and Kathryn came in the afternoon then. John and Laura’s horse shied on the way over and tipped the buggy into the ditch. All’s well that ends well, at least!
Lines by Linda Mrs. Jacob Linda Weaver Burton Township Good morning. It looks like a pleasant day, with sunshine amidst the clouds. We have been having some awesome sunrises and sunsets the last while. It reminds us that God is in control. The harmonica chip in our clock just said it all: “Then sings my soul, my savior God to thee. How great thou art!” Beautiful words. Thanksgiving is past and we were thankful for our friends and family who gathered at Noah and Judy Millers, in Bristolville, for an enjoyable day. Delicious food was on the menu, including the usual turkey, dressing
and pumpkin pie. A lot of memories were made, too. Thanks, Noah’s! Last night our nephew Robert Troyer’s and their children were at Marty Mast’s for an eve of delicious snacks and coffee. Come again, you-all. Sons Aaron’s and Bob’s were there, too. Lots of deer stories were retold. (Smiling) The women talked about shopping. Yes, Katherine, Christmas is only ? days away. Monday was the first day of deer-gun hunting. Be safe all of you out there. Grandsons Robbie and Danny Ray each got one in West Virginia this week. Marty Ray and Luke Mast did the same. Well, my newsbox is on empty, so I’ll close wishing everyone a blessed week.
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“A Doctor’s Confession to Geauga County” By Dr. Tad Roediger MY CONFESSION is… I want to help ease the burden of today’s health care system that is overburdened. We at Roediger Chiropractic are helping people with their stress of aches and pains, unrelated to COVID-19, by treating the spine and nervous system through conservative chiropractic care. We are here for our patients and those new patients looking for help. Let’s see if chiropractic can help your problem during this stressful time. We at Roediger Chiropractic are essential to the health and wellness of Geauga County and follow the recommended guidelines for cleaning and social distancing. I know what it’s like to live with constant pain. As a sophomore on the University of New Hampshire football team, I developed sciatica; an excruciating condition that caused sharp pain in my leg and lower back. I was unable to play football anymore and the pain was so bad that at times it was difficult for me to even walk or concentrate. I was told surgery was the only option to alleviate the condition, but even after undergoing surgery, the pain persisted. On the advice of a friend, I decided to see a chiropractor. After the initial examination, the chiropractor was able to determine that I had several bones out of alignment in my spine, and that they were putting pressure on the nerves in my back. The situation was serious, but after a few treatments I noticed the pain had decreased and I felt better overall. Over time the chiropractic treatments allowed my body to heal itself naturally! MY OTHER CONFESSION IS … I help people live their lives as they are intended to live. What I do is perform a gentle spinal treatment to alleviate nerve pressure without any ‘twisting’ or ‘popping’, and the body responds by healing itself. It’s as simple as that! I have helped thousands of people with a variety of health problems. It’s strange how life is. Now people come to see me with their low back and sciatic problems. They also come to me with their headaches, migraines, chronic pain, neck pain, shoulder / arm pain, numbness in limbs, whiplash from car accidents, backaches, ear infections, asthma, allergies, sports injuries, just to name a few. My wife, Sharon, suffered for years with migraine headaches. She took ibuprofen everyday. We found her migraines were from misaligned vertebrae in her neck, we adjusted them, now she rarely has migraines. Ty, our son, gets checked weekly to make sure his growing spine and body are working at its best.
WHAT SETS ME APART ... in the chiropractic field is my use of the Activator Methods Chiropractic Technique (AMCT); a treatment system that utilizes a small hand-held instrument that applies a quick, low-force, gentle chiropractic treatment directly to the source of your pain to alleviate nerve pressure to allow the body to heal itself. Here’s what some of my patients had to say: “For years I walked with a limp and suffered pain in my right hip and knee. I read the article about Dr. Roediger and thought, ‘Who else would be better to try to help me?’ So I made the call and scheduled an appointment. Now I’m able to do more walking and to exercise. I’m looking forward to playing golf in the spring”. William H “After years of suffering, I scheduled an appointment at Roediger Chiropractic. After a week of treatment, I was able to walk and swim without sciatic pain. My quality of life improved significantly.” Brenda R STOP LIVING WITH PHYSICAL PAIN! Chiropractic treatment is very affordable and highly effective. Take advantage of a LIMITED TIME OFFER! Call 440-285-0756 before Dec. 25, 2020 to receive the complete initial exam for only $37 (this includes consultation, exam, paraspinal scan and two x-rays of the problem area if needed). I am here to help you reach your health care goals as quickly as possible. Treatment in my office is affordable whether you have insurance or not. My adjustment fee is only $42. You don’t have to miss a half day’s work to receive treatment. Now is the time to take care of that ache or pain, improve your quality of life, and take care of your most valuable asset … YOU! Call ROEDIGER CHIROPRACTIC today at 440-285-0756. Bonnie or Mary will be glad to schedule your appointment. We are located at 401 South Street, Bldg. 2A, Chardon. www.roedigerchiropractic.com. Email: tadroedigerdc@gmail.com
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Classifieds AUTOS & PARTS
PETS & ANIMALS
Sell A Pair Of AMF Snowmobiles. Both Will Run, Not Run For Years. $800 For Pair. Call Joe 440-298-9810.
4-month-old buff-color brother cats need new indoor home, hopefully together. Social, very sweet, neutered, vaccinated. 440-321-2485.
Bedliner Fits 2014-2019 Silverado 1500 6.5Ft Bed. Includes Tailgate Protector $50. 440-285-3729. 2009 Hyundai Elantra. Looks and runs well. $2,000. 440-465-0003 2010 Toyota Sienna XLE. Low mileage 89/k. Loaded, leather, DVD system, CD player, heated captain chairs. Tan. $11,000. 216-387-2999 Cash for Junk Vehicles: running or not, classics/big trucks/etc., free removal, call/text Zac 440-679-7293.
Purebred Labrador and labradoodle mix puppies. Calm temperament and great coats. 3 months old $1,000 each. 330-442-6204.
REAL ESTATE INVEST OR LIVE Here- 2bdr. condo, Colonial Park, Chardon. New carpet, hardwood, luxury vinyl. Private end unit. $79,900 Call 440-632-8334.
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COMMERCIAL RENTALS Commercial building for lease: 5,200 sqft with office, ample parking, 2 minutes East of Chardon Square on Rt 6, 440-3137626.
FOR SALE Brown eggs from free range hens, no antibiotics, no hormones. $3/doz. 13137 St Rt 608 Claridon. Some deliveries available. 440-636-5747 DeWalt 10” table saw w/extend table, mobile base, duck & geese decoys, Coleman stove, heater, waders, hunting boots, RC plane w/accessories. 440-834-1850.
GARAGE/ESTATE SALES If you need to have a moving sale or estate sale call Kathy Willis at 440-8403226, partial estate buyouts also.
HELP WANTED Farm help in Huntsburg. 440-636-5747. First shift utility worker. Rotating weekends and weekdays. Visual inspection, packing according to spec sheet, count and label products. Assist other departments. Benefits. 440-974-7171.
Buckeye Stoneworks: we specialize in Amherst sandstone, we custom cut all projects for masons, landscapers, builders, contractors, and residential, by appt only, call 440-632-0188 leave message. John’s Plumbing: Affordable and reliable. Water heaters, toilets, faucets, drain cleaning, gas lines, sump pumps, well tanks. 440-285-0800. Offering special discounts for interior and exterior painting and staining this season. 20 years experience. Professional and insured. Call Dan, 440-342-4552. Joe Eicher doing roofing, siding, remodeling, cleanout houses, we do most anything, Call between 8am and 4pm, 440813-4272. No answer, leave message.
WANTED Retired nurse looking for employment. 440-834-8416. Experienced amish house cleaner looking for more jobs. No cats and dogs due to allergies. Linda 440-548-2837.
WANTED TO BUY Wanted Upright Electric Freezer In Very Good Condition. 440-313-3718 or 440548-2657. Wanted ‘65-‘67 Mustang Convertible, and other muscle cars needing repair, call/ text 440-832-1465.
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