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Middlef ield Cardinaires Bring Spirit of Christmas in Classic Style

By Rose Nemunaitis editor@geaugamapleleaf.com Middlefield Village held tight to tradition Dec. 14 as the spirit and sounds of Christmas filled Mary Yoder’s Amish Kitchen’s banquet room.

“Our kids, family values and Christmas tradition mean a lot in our community,” said Lynnette Bramley, Middlefield Chamber of Commerce executive director, before the annual Cardinaires performance. “This concert carries on those traditions and it’s a great program for everyone. We have babies in high chairs most years, parents of the Cardinaires performers and members of our community and far away that want to add something special to their Christmas season.

It’s serene and classy. The food is wonderful and it’s a relaxing time.”

The Cardinaires is an advanced, auditioned vocal performance ensemble hailing from Cardinal

High School and made up of ninththrough-12th-graders.

Students have to audition every year to earn a spot in the show choir group and the number of performers selected fluctuates yearly.

There are 14 members in the 2021-2022 Cardinaires and eight are seniors.

“I just learned recently the group was first established sometime around 1965 (the first show choir in the county) and has largely stayed the same format since,” said Cardinaires Director Vanessa Pintabona, who began directing the group in 2016.

She said members of the Cardinaires are the strongest musicians in the school — many of them are also in band and regular choir classes.

“They have to be able to learn more advanced music at a much faster rate as we only meet one to two times a week for a few hours See Cardinaires • Page 7

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The Cardinaires spread Christmas cheer Dec. 14 at Middlefield Chamber of Commerce’s annual Christmas concert and luncheon at Mary Yoder’s Amish Kitchen in Middlefield.

4-H Club Places Wreaths on Veterans’ Graves

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Allie Johnson, a Cloverbud with the Sew Sew Sweet 4H Club in Burton, places a wreath in honor of the veterans who have served in the U.S. Space Force during the Wreaths Across America ceremony at Welton Cemetery in Burton Village Dec. 18.

Members of the Sew Sew Sweet 4-H Club and their parents stood patiently in the cold drizzle Dec. 18 in Welton Cemetery waiting to honor U.S. military veterans buried there.

Nearly 200 wreaths waited in the back of a pickup truck while members of the Burton-Middlefield American Legion Post 459 raised the colors and set off a 21-gun salute at the rear of the cemetery.

The event celebrated the National Wreaths Across America Day, said Lisa Briggs, 4-H club leader and location coordinator, reading the remarks provided by the Wreaths Across America nonprofit.

“The freedoms we enjoy today have not come without a price. Lying here before us and in cemeteries throughout this nation are men and women who gave their lives

so that we can live in freedom and without fear,” she said. “We can worship as we see fit. We can raise our children to believe as we do.

We are free to vote for the leaders of our choosing. And we have the right to succeed and we have the right to fail at whatever endeavor we wish to pursue.”

At more than 2,700 cemeteries across the U.S., millions of Americans gathered to participate in similar ceremonies on two Saturdays in December to honor those who have served or are serving, as well as those who have fallen, Briggs said.

“We thank those who gave their lives to keep us free and we shall not forget you. We shall remember,” she said.

The young club members solemnly placed veterans’ wreaths on eight wire standards by the memorial for the U.S. Army, U.S. Marines, U.S. Navy, U.S. Air Force, See Wreaths • Page 4

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By Rick Seyer MIDDLEFIELD BASKET FACTORY was located on Spring Street, now known as South Thompson Avenue, where the big blue former Johnsonite building is now located.

Logs were brought in, cut up and many different size baskets were produced here.

The house across the street is a rental owned by Carl Hofstetter and the gentleman walking down the railroad tracks is unknown.

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Middlefield was the end of the line for the C and E. At one time there were three different railroads that came into Middlefield at the same time.

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Faith Matters Trusting God’s Providence in 2022 It’s nearly time to welcome in the New look ahead and prepare for our needs. It is Year. What are you thinking? Are there any a wonderful concept that assures us that we special hopes, plans or new directions you don’t need to stress and worry, because God will take? Or is a new calendar just one more is lovingly taking care of us. page of life that is simply a continuation of If God has His eye on the sparrow, you what went before it? can be assured that He is watching over Will the Covid-19 pandemic dominate the you and me. We can be at peace, trusting news for another year?... I’m weary of that. our heavenly Father. No wonder the psalmWill the politicians keep making ist could say, “Every good thing their worn-out promises?... Is the I have comes from you.” “The Pope Catholic? Will the Browns boundary lines have fallen for me have their best season yet?... in pleasant places.”

Probably not, but hope springs That does not mean that we eternal! won’t face challenges in 2022.

Actually, none of us knows or You and I will surely be tested can predict the future. Each day with trials and uncertainties in stands on its own. Jesus told us to the coming year. Nevertheless, just focus on what’s in front of us. By Roger Kruse they will serve to remind us how He said, “Don’t worry about tomorrow, for much we need God’s help. Because we are tomorrow will bring its own worries. Today’s “needy”, we will have ample opportunity to trouble is enough for today. keep growing in faith. God wants us to trust That might seem like a negative outlook Him. He desires for us to cultivate a close on life. I think Jesus was simply addressing companionship with Jesus that becomes our our tendency to worry. We think too much true source of joy and peace. about what is going to happen or what might In His wisdom, God allows us to face ungo wrong. The Lord was reminding us that certainty because He also intends that we living in the present moment is most importdiscover just how much He loves us. It is ant. We can’t change the past and the future through God’s help and intervention that we is not guaranteed. It is far better to make the come to see and to learn of the “deep, deep most of the opportunities right in front of us. love of Jesus.”

The divine providence that Are you living your life to the fullest right now, or find yourself bogged down in the past provides for us and protects us is rooted in God’s kindness. No wonder I am convinced or fretting about your future?

I am intrigued by the number 2022. When that there is nothing that can separate us I played football in high school I wore number from His love.

As you move into the New Year, write 22. It’s still my favorite number. Am I saying that 22 is my “lucky” number? No. I try not down your three greatest concerns. Next, to focus on good luck or bad luck. I prefer to turn them over to God in prayer. Finally, think about the “blessings” that God sends to write in bold letters over the list, “Trusting in God’s Providence”… Hello 2022! us each and every day.

I also like to use the word “providence.”

For the past two years, Roger Kruse has It is a word that points to God’s care and provision, His governance and guardianship planted Providence sweet corn in his garden. It over us. It also speaks of His foresight, to has become his favorite corn on the cob!

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U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Merchant Marines and, new this year, the U.S. Space Force.

Finally, a wreath was placed for the 93,129 service members from all branches whose last known status was prisoner of war or missing in action.

“Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction,” Briggs quoted President Ronald Reagan. “We didn’t pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected and handed on to them to do the same, or one day, we will spend our sunset years telling our children and our children’s children what it was once like in the United States when men were free.

“Today, we show a united front of gratitude and respect across the United States of America as we remember the fallen, honor those who serve and their families, and teach the next generation the value of freedom,” she added, listing a dozen donors who helped provide the 190 wreaths.

Middlefield Village Mayor Ben Garlich, asked to say a few words, told the gathering the ceremony gave him goosebumps and it sent a message that freedom must never be taken for granted.

Geauga County Commissioner Jim Dvor-

ak said he had an uncle he never met who drove a jeep in the U.S. Army under General George Patton in World War II. “The freedom I have came at a cost,” Dvorak said.

Morrill Worchester, owner of Worchester Wreath Company in Harrington, Maine, started the movement thanks to a visit he made to Arlington National Cemetery as a child, according to the website.

As owner of the company years later, when he was blessed with a surplus of wreaths, Worchester realized he had an opportunity to honor the country’s veterans.

Arrangements were made for the wreaths to be placed on graves in one of the older sections of Arlington Cemetery in Virginia that had been receiving fewer visitors with each passing year. Volunteers helped organize the event.

In 2005, a photo of the wreaths on headstones in the snowy cemetery went viral and the event expanded to national and state cemeteries all over the country.

At more than 150 sites in the U.S., wreath-laying ceremonies were coordinated at the same time in 2006 with the help of the Civil Air Patrol and a year later, WAA was formed with a simple mission: Remember.

Honor. Teach.

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Town Crier Bloodmobile

Dec. 30, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

American Red Cross will host a blood drive at Parkman Community House, 16295 Main Market Road, Parkman Township.

Donors must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds and be in good health. Visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-733-2767.

Tea Party Meets

Jan. 4, 7 p.m.

Joe Blystone, candidate for Ohio governor, will speak at the next meeting of the Geauga County Tea Party being held at the Metzenbaum Center, 8200 Cedar Road, Chester Township.

The public is welcome. For more information, visit www.geaugacountyteaparty.com.

Middlefield Chamber Coffee Connection

Jan. 5, 7:45 a.m.

Join for free coffee and networking with Middlefield Chamber of Commerce during its Coffee Connection held at C’s Café the first Wednesday of each month. The meeting sponsor is Shannon Hill with The Bearded Carpenter. Everyone attending has a chance to win a $25 gift card from C’s Café.

For information, call 440-632-5705.

GEL Zoom Webinar

Jan. 7, 8-9 a.m.

AJ Leu will present “DEI&B: An Introduction to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging” via Zoom webinar at the next Geauga Economic Leadership (G.E.L.) breakfast.

Attendees will engage in reflections and discussions that will allow them to explore terminology and practical application skills. Concepts will include diversity, equality/equity, inclusion/

belonging, common terminology and allyship.

Geauga Economic Leadership (G.E.L.) Breakfasts are co-sponsored by Geauga Growth Partnership and Kent State University at Geauga.

To register, email info@geaugagrowth. com or call 440-564-1060.

Friends of WomenSafe Dinner Meeting

Jan. 7, 6:30 p.m.

Friends of WomenSafe will hold its annual dinner meeting at Claridon-Woodlands Park, 11383 Claridon-Troy Road, Claridon Township. The group will review the past year, talk of upcoming events and introduce new officers and board members. Anyone interested in Friends of WomenSafe as a possible volunteer opportunity is welcome to attend.

RSVP by Dec. 29 to FOWSinc@icloud. com or call 440-285-3741.

Woodland Wednesdays Workshop

Jan. 12, 6-7:30 p.m.

The 2022 Woodland Wednesdays series kicks off with a virtual program, “Leaving Your Legacy and Affording Your Inheritance.”

Featured speakers David Marrison, Coshocton County OSU Extension; Brett Rodstrom, Western Reserve Land Conservancy; and John Kehn, ODNR Division of Forestry, will explore planning for the future management and ownership of one’s woodlands and how to include the woods in one’s estate plan Collaborators include Natural Resources Conservation Service, Soil and Water Conservation Districts, Division of Forestry, Farm Bureau and Holden Forests and Gardens.

The workshop is free, but reservations are required by Jan. 11; call 440-834-1122 or email gprunty@geaugaswcd.com. For more information, visit geaugaswcd.com.

PUBLIC NOTICE

VILLAGE OF MIDDLEFIELD

The Village of Middlefield passed the following legislation during the Dec. 9 council meeting: • Resolution 21-24 authorizing the transfer of funds and declaring an emergency.

• Resolution 21-25 authorizing the fiscal officer to make final transfers of funds necessary to finalize and balance the 2021 budget on Dec. 31, 2021, and declaring an emergency.

• Ordinance 21-145 establishing a backflow prevention grant program and declaring an emergency.

• Ordinance 21-146 authorizing various activities related to the Middlefield Chamber of Commerce’s Merry Middlefield event, waiving the prohibition of the Codified Ordinances regarding same, and declaring an emergency.

• Ordinance 21-147 amending the 2021 permanent appropriations and declaring an emergency.

• Ordinance 21-150 granting final approval of the plat for Woodsong PUD, Phase 12, and declaring an emergency.

• Ordinance 21-151 conditionally approving the recommendation of the planning commission to authorize a lot split request by Middlefield Warehouse, LLC and Bonner Ohio Properties LTD., concerning 1.0003 acres of land in the industrial zoning district, and declaring an emergency.

• Ordinance 21-152 amending existing Section 925.02(a) of the Codified Ordinances to allow the use of decorative stones in tree lawns for homes located on Knox Circle, and declaring an emergency.

• Ordinance 21-132 amending existing Section 911.08 of the Codified Ordinances to provide for a water rate increase of 3% for residential (non-senior) and 3% for commercial and industrial accounts, and declaring an emergency. (Went through three readings) • Ordinance 21-133 amending existing Section 907.04 of the Codified Ordinances to provide for a 3% increase in sewer rates for residential (non-senior) accounts and a 3% increase for commercial and industrial accounts, commencing Jan. 1, 2022, and declaring an emergency. (Went through three readings) • Ordinance 21-134 amending existing Section 911.10 (a) of the Codified Ordinances to provide for a 3% increase for fire sprinkler system accounts, and declaring an emergency.

The complete text of these resolutions and ordinances may be viewed or obtained at the office of the fiscal officer, 14860 N. State Ave., Middlefield, during regular business hours.

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Community Meetings Listed are public meetings and executive sessions in Huntsburg, Middlefield and Parkman townships, the Village of Middlefield and Cardinal Schools for the coming weeks. (Please note: These meeting notices are NOT legal notices. To find out whether a government or school board meeting is in person or virtual contact the appropriate township, village or district office.

Geauga County: Jan. 4, 9:30 a.m., Geauga County Commissioners, regular meeting and annual re-organizational meeting; Jan. 11, 9:30 a.m., Geauga County Commissioners.

All county commissioners meetings are held at 470 Center St., Bldg. 4, Chardon, unless otherwise noted.

Huntsburg Township: Jan. 4, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees, regular and organizational meeting. All meetings held at the Town Hall, 16534 Mayfield Road.

Middlefield Township: Jan. 10, 7 p.m.,

Board of Trustees. All trustees meetings are held at Township Office, 15228 Madison Road, unless otherwise noted.

Middlefield Village: Jan. 11, 5:30 p.m. – Streets, Sidewalks and Utilities, 7p.m. – Planning Commission; Jan. 13, 5:30 p.m. – Recreation, 6 p.m. – Finance & Ordinance, 6:30 p.m. – Safety, 7 p.m. – Village Council. All meetings are at the Municipal Center, 14860 N. State Ave. Parkman Township: Jan. 4, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees, regular and organizational meeting. All meetings are held at the Community House, 16295 Main Market Road, unless otherwise noted.

Cardinal BOE: Jan. 12, 5:30 p.m., organizational meeting, following by budget hearing at 5:45 p.m. and regular meeting at 6 p.m. All meetings held at BOE Office, 15982 E. High St., Middlefield, unless otherwise indicated.

Geauga Library Middlefield Branch, 16167 East High St., Middlefield, 440-632-1961. Programs require registration unless otherwise noted.

Visit www.geaugalibrary.net.

Dungeons & Dragons Night

Jan. 10, 6-8 p.m.

A unique playstyle, known as the Dungeon Delve, makes it easy for new players to jump right into the action of the game. Character sheets and dice are provided. The program is for teens in grades 9-12.

Geauga Skywatchers

Jan. 10, 6:30 p.m.

Learn all about Saturn at the next meeting of the Geauga Skywatchers Club,

an astronomy club founded by Chagrin Valley Astronomical Society, Geauga County Library System, Burton Public Library, Geauga Park District and the Foundation for Geauga Parks. The program is for sixth-graders to adults.

Genealogy Appointments

Jan. 12 and 19, 2-6 p.m.

Call branch to schedule a one-hour appointment for genealogy research help. Appointments may be virtual upon request.

LEGO Party

Jan. 13, 3:30-5 p.m.

Youth in grades K-5 will complete LEGO challenges, minute to win it contests and build with LEGOs.

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and perform anywhere from 15 to 20 songs a year,” Pintabona said. “We travel to nearby show choir festivals and surrounding community events throughout the year.”

Attendee and Middlefield Mayor Ben Garlich hopes younger adults will fill upcoming vacancies after the Cardinaires seniors graduate to maintain the tradition going forward.

“Singing is definitely a great way to spread Christmas cheer and I can’t wait for the performance,” said Cardinaire Riley Matchinga, a junior who is in her third year performing with the group. “I’m so excited to sing for the chamber of commerce at Mary Yoder’s.

If we can bring our audience some Christmas joy by singing to them, I’d say we’ve accomplished our goal of not just performing well, but also giving people something to enjoy.

It’s amazing what can happen when people put their passions to good use by making others happy, too.”

Smiles and soft chatter filled the room as attendees began dining on old-fashioned Amish cooking buffet-style with home-style

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meats, mashed potatoes, noodles, green beans and a salad.

Soon, the Cardinaires began a repertoire of Christmas songs with “Carol of the Bells,” “Fum, Fum, Fum,” “Christmas Time is Here,” “God Rest You Merry Gentlemen,” “One Little Candle” and “Silent Night,” as well as their regular set music, which has a Disney theme.

Garlich said it is an exceptionally busy month for all, but he always finds taking time to attend is worth the investment.

“The songs are uplifting and I really enjoy seeing wholesome young adults pouring their energy into something they enjoy and giving back by providing enjoyment and entertainment for those in attendance,” Garlich said. “I love tradition and this is a tradition this area can be proud of.”

Matchinga’s hopes for this Christmas season are to celebrate the holiday with things that can’t be bought, like the gift of song, especially because their group had to skip their performance last year due to COVID-19.

“I love Christmas because it brings people together while making them happy and joyful,” Matchinga said.

How to Stop Neck Pain and Avoid Surgery with Physical Therapy

By Dr. Adam M. Cramer Neck pain, whether from a motor vehicle accident, sleeping on it wrong or from lifting too much weight, can lead to chronic deficits limiting your quality-of-life and function.

It is important to see a licensed doctor of physical therapy FIRST to assess your symptoms and movement limitations evaluating how your body is compensating for the neck pain.

We see a lot of of our community get misdiagnosed based on Cramer their symptoms and not their functional movement limitations, which result in invasive procedures including surgery and nerve blocks. If you don’t want surgery don’t consult with a surgeon and if you want to be treated in an environment where there’s no conflict of interest see a independent physical therapy practice first vs a physician owned practice where surgery is prioritized.

Causes of neck pain is clear

Besides traumatic injury such as a car accident, poor posture is a major problem for many who develop neck pain. If you lean your head and shoulders forward constantly instead of sitting/standing up straight, sooner or later your neck is going to start paining. Poor posture places your neck and upper back in a significant mechanical disadvantage and the surrounding muscles, if not strong enough, muscles will strain, get tighter and create painful muscle spasms that can lead to years of chronic pain.

Best treatment for neck pain

By seeing a doctor of physical therapy first they are able to fully evaluate your neck pain, find the root source, identify limitations and work at improving on those

limitations by providing fast acting pain relieving techniques such as hands-on manual therapy, massage, dry needling, trigger point release and moist heat which will help the surrounding strained muscles “let go“ in order to alleviate the limited movement surrounding nerves and joints. You will be taught exactly how to reduce your pain through simple effective techniques to mimic the mobility treatment performed by your doctor of physical therapy so you can reduce your own pain right when you need it the most.

Never let any provider adjust or manipulate your neck. The cervical vertebrae and joints are not necessarily the problem, it’s the muscles surrounding the vertebrae that restrict joint movement causing painful symptoms. If you have a problem with movement focus on the structures that make you move (muscles) and you will move better.

Working to keep neck pain controlled

Like anything else, prevention of neck pain is desired even more than finding ways to treat yourself once it has occurred.

Be sure that you are not sitting excessively far forward, backward, to the left or to the right for a prolonged period of time, this will place excessive stress on the opposite neck muscle group excessively activating that muscle which will ultimately fatigue then start straining and causing pain. Be sure to moderate your sitting positions alternating between them.

If you or a loved one is suffering from neck pain please consult with a Doctor of Physical Therapy at MyoFit Clinic immediately so you don’t receive the wrong diagnosis and treatment which can lead to unnecessary orthopedic surgery.

Dr. Adam M. Cramer, PT, DPT, is a licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy, pain specialist and founder of the MyoFit Clinics in Chardon, Ashtabula & Middlefield, Ohio.

MyoFitClinic.com Call 440-286-1007 for help with your pain.

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Patricia Eileen Klag (nee Dietrich), age 102, of Geauga County, died Dec. 26, 2021, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

Born March 17, 1919, on the family farm in Troy Township, to William and Bertha (nee Trimble) Dietrich, she has been a lifelong resident.

Pat was an avid gardener; she never met a seed she didn’t want to plant. She enjoyed bowling, decorating cakes and she loved her cats.

After retiring, she loved wintering in Arizona; she spent 18 years there discovering desert plants.

Survivors include her daughters, Judy Starr, of Claridon Township, and Georgene (Dale) Fairbanks, of Rancho Mirage, Calif.;

nine grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Julian; dear companion, George Ely; sons, James and Thomas; parents; four siblings; and son-in-law, Don Starr.

Private family burial was held at Pleasant View Cemetery, Burton Township.

Services will be held at a later date.

The family suggests donations to Burton Public Library, 14588 W. Park St., Burton, OH 44021; Burton Congregational Church, 14588 W. Park St., Burton, OH 44021; or Happy Tails Cat Sanctuary, P.O. Box 581, Chesterland, OH 44026.

Arrangements made by Burr Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Chardon. Information and condolences online at www. burrservice.com.

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Cardinal’s National Honor Society welcomed 12 new members on Dec. 17. They are Lindsay H., Micah M., Justin B., Audrey A., Ava G., Riley M., Sabrina C., Anastasia F., Kelsi C., Ethan D., Clayton K. and Aaron P.

NHS Inductees Congratulations to Cardinal High School’s newly inducted members of the National Honor Society. Seniors Lindsay H., Micah M. and Justin B. along with juniors Audrey A., Ava G., Riley M., Sabrina C., Anastasia F., Kelsi C., Ethan D., Clayton K. and Aaron P. were all inducted during a special ceremony Dec. 17 at the high school. They join current members John A., Chloe D., Matthew M., Lauren S., Edward Y., Lorelei H., Karalyn R., Olivia B., Grace P., Mia P., Grace W., Milanie M., Sophitia J. and Colby T. NHS is composed of students who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in the areas of scholarship, leadership, character and service. To be eligible students must maintain an unweighted 3.5 grade point average through the end of the second semester of their sophomore or junior year and complete an application. The application must be complete and list examples and references.

After a student becomes eligible in terms of scholarship, his/her name is presented to the National Honor Society Committee who then select students for initiation into the National Honor Society based on all the four areas listed above. Once selected, students must maintain their good standing in all these areas to retain membership.

The high school thanks Mr. Luke Kruse as the guest speaker at the induction event.

Science with Mr. Z

A class of second-graders at Jordak Elementary School recently did a science experiment relating the relationship of plants to animals. Claire Zurbuch (aka Mr. Z) first showed the students a film he made on the connection of plants to animals. Then, the students did an experiment that explained why plants are so valuable to all animals.

Green blocks represented plants, brown blocks represented plant eating animals and red blocks represented carnivores.

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Jordak Elementary School second-graders Amelia and Alexis perform an experiment relating the relationship of plants to animals in science class.

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Cardinal Looking to Improve in New Year

Wednesday, December 29, 2021

Police Blotter The following is a sampling of the calls handled by the Middlefield Village Police Department, Dec. 10-22, 2021.

BURGLARY Dec. 17 6:16 p.m., Grove Street. Caller came home to her house being ransacked. Caller is standing outside on the porch with her son. Caller does have a cat and dog inside the home. House has been broken into several times. Officer responded.

While clearing the home, caller’s 8-foot snake was found to be loose and caused the home damage. Snake was caught and placed back in cage.

ALAN KORNSPAN/KMG

Junior Josh Ripley, right, wrestles at a West Geauga tri-match with the Wolverines and Berkshire. The Huskies dropped both matches, but Jeff Ziegler, the head wrestling coach, is focused on the future. “We got some time to improve, and hopefully we’ll get a little better,” he said. The story can be found at www.geaugamapleleaf.com/sports

SUSPICIOUS Dec. 10 9:55 p.m., Royal Oak Drive. West side at the

end of Royal Oak there are some kids breaking what may be water balloons on the sidewalk. Caller thinks they are up to no good. UTL/GOA. Dec. 11 6:08 p.m., South Springdale Avenue. Male wearing black and was flipping off the camera. Officer met with male who advised he did flip off a camera because it was looking at him.

TRAFFIC STOP Dec. 11 9:54 a.m., West High Street. Cite for DUS for expired plates. Consent search found a pipe with unknown brown substance inside the center console. Pipe was seized and will be sent for testing.

Real Estate Transfers Following is a list of area real estate transfers for the weeks ending Dec. 10 and Dec. 17, 2021, provided as a public service by the Geauga County Auditor’s Office. Transfers may involve the sale of land only.

HUNTSBURG TOWNSHIP Ronald Parsons, Kathleen A. Rutledge and Paula Marshall, 17660 Huntley Road, to Jacob W. and Leona L. Byler, $415,000.

(26.43 acres) MIDDLEFIELD TOWNSHIP Deborah K. Smith (trustee), 14882 Bundysburg Road, to Cody Martz and Jessica F. Koeth, $82,000. (1.00 acres) John and Barbara S. Kuhns (TOD), 16411 Nauvoo Road, to Raymond R. and Barbara Yoder, $10,000. (3.30 acres) Karl DeLong, 16028 Madison Road, to Robert L. Kurtz, $72,100. (1.04 acres) William R. and Allison Reiter, 16534 Swine Creek Road, to Jonathan Joseph Slabe, $185,000. (3.70 acres)

MIDDLEFIELD VILLAGE PBP Ltd., 16472 Cottonwood Place (Bldg.

2, Unit 3), to Janice G. and Mark R. Taylor, $143,000. (0.00 acres) Donna K. Hofstetter (trustee), 14857 Standish Ave., to Jonathon Edward and Wendi Lynn Bock, $220,000. (0.53 acres) A & T Properties LLC., 15711 W. High St., to Yoder’s Furniture LLC, $825,000. (1.30 acres) PARKMAN TOWNSHIP Riverbank Property Investments LLC, 16168 Main Market Road, to Scott, Teresa A. and Stephanie A. Sondles, $71,400. (0.24 acres) Lonnie R. Jr., Amanda P., Lonnie R. Sr. and Ann M. Schrock, Old State Road, to Marcus Andrew Schrock, $36,000. (6.04 acres) Andrew F. and Melanie Miller, 16205 Soltis Road, to Allen D. and Martha J. Byler, $325,000. (6.07 acres) Mitchell E. Wilson (TOD), 16775 Madison Road, to Jonathan M. and Katherine M. Fisher, $260,000. (2.50 acres)

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Classifieds AUTOS & PARTS

FOR SALE Large size glider/rocker, brown, wooden sides on bottom. Very good condition.

440-834-2216.

January Pork Harvest. No antibiotics, no hormones, all natural feed. 440-636-5747.

FOR SALE: Thermoflo Co. Beckett Oil Furnace Low Boy 90,000 BTU. Used 5 years $400 OBO. Hambden. Contact Ken 440-856-9776.

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.

karlovec Advertising Office 8389 Mayfield Road, B-5 Chesterland, OH 44026 Fax: 440-729-8240

Antique clocks many; large greenhouse pane $5 each: humpback chest $89; large rocking horse $79. 440-338-3563.

GARAGE/ESTATE SALES

Looking for roofers. Salary based on performance. 440-749-0498.

PETS & ANIMALS Snookie: 6 month female grey/white cat, spayed, shots, FIV/feleuk negative.

Shy, sweet, playful, loud purr-pot. Needs indoor home. 440-321-2485.

Stalls Available Self-care stalls for conscientious horse owner who prefers quiet, private barn. 440-564-7363.

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

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

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Tree service, tree removal, tree trimming, complete cleanup. Free estimates.

Amish owned. 440-904-0506.

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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.

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