Middlefield Post 8-9-2023

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Community News from Middlefield, Parkman, Huntsburg and Surrounding Areas

New Buggy Lights Displayed at Amish Safety Day

By Ann WishArt Ann@kArlovecmediA com

The Amish buggy with flashing lights may not have been center stage during Amish Safety Day July 29, but it received plenty of recog nition from various Geauga County leaders during the event.

Donated by the Amish Safety Committee, the aged buggy dis played the newest of safety fea tures, a yellow flashing light at the top of the back of the horse-drawn vehicle. Brake lights and turn sig nals have been common equipment for the black buggies for some time, but the top light gives better visibil ity along the uneven roads of Geau ga County.

The Geauga County Farm Bu reau funded the lights on the dis play buggy, said Bob Rogish, vice president of the local organization.

“Our main goal includes safety on the roads for Amish,” he said, standing by the buggy as it flashed in the corner. “It’s going to debut at the (Great) Geauga County Fair.”

Middlefield Fire Department Capt. Ben Reed said the flashing light is new this year.

“Some Amish areas resist lights on their buggies. The Middlefield Amish are good about it,” he said.

Amish Safety Day is organized annually for the Middlefield Amish community with more and more organizations setting up booths every year, said Mandy Orahood, organiz-

ing director for the Ohio Farm Bureau in four counties.

The event was well attended with Amish families collecting packets of safety materials and information, then briefly vacating the huge

Heritage Marketplace structure on Nauvoo Road to view the Medivac helicopter when it landed in the lot west of the building.

Reed said the reason for the helicopter display is so youth aren’t

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afraid of it if they are involved in a traffic accident and the medical aircraft has to be called.

Geauga County Commissioner Jim Dvorak also presented a check

See Safety Day • Page 3

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Geauga County Sheriff Scott Hildenbrand greeted Amish youth and gave them reflective snap-on wrist bands during Amish Safety Day July 28 at Heritage Marketplace on Nauvoo Road in Middlefield Township.

Troy Homecoming Days

Aug. 12 and 13

Troy Homecoming Community Days will be held at Troy Community House and Grounds, 13950 Main Market Road in Burton. The event features live music, truck and tractor pulls, bouncy house, games and more. The parade on Sunday starts at 3 p.m. For a complete schedule, visit troyhomecoming.org.

NEOCAG Meeting

Aug. 12, 9:15 a.m.

The NorthEast Ohio Computer-Aided Genealogy Society, Inc. (NEOCAG) monthly meeting will be held online via Zoom.

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Genealogist Kate Townsend will present “Stop the Presses! Incorporating Newspaper Records into Your Research.” The presentation begins at 9:45 a.m. Meetings are open to the public and visitors are always welcome. For more information and registration, visit www. neocag.net or email webmaster@neocag.net.

Gospel Hymn Sing

Aug. 12, 6-8 p.m.

Come sing hymns with a group the second Saturday of every month at New Mercies Community Church, 12767 Butternut Road in Burton. No experience is necessary; all are welcome. For information, call 440-520-6573.

Boots, Barrels & Glitz

Aug. 14, 5:30-9:30 p.m.

Friends of WomenSafe is sponsoring the first ever Boots, Barrels, & Glitz event at The Basil Place, 13271 Bass Lake Road, Chardon. Admission includes dinner, all activities and two drink tickets.

Purchase tickets at fowsinc@icloud. com or call 440-285-3741. Proceeds benefit WomenSafe, Inc., the shelter for victims of domestic violence serving Geauga, Lake and Cuyahoga counties.

Talk and Tour Tuesdays

Aug. 15, 7 p.m.

Geauga County Historical Society presents its next “Talk and Tour Tuesdays” at Century Village, 14653 E. Park St., Burton. Century Village interpreter Carane Ladd will present “Six Victorian Women of Genius.“

Meet at the Auburn Church for the talk which will be followed by a tour of Hickox Brick. Call 440-834-1492 for more information.

Twilight Soiree

Aug. 18, 5:30-9 p.m.

Tickets are on sale for Foundation for Geauga Parks’ Twilight Soiree at Meadow Ridge Events, 17305 Mayfield Road, Huntsburg Township.

The event features a catered dinner, beverages, live music, and live and silent auctions featuring unique and nature themed experiences.

Proceeds benefit the Foundation’s support of land conservation, park improvements and nature education in Geauga County.

For more information, or to purchase tickets, call 440-564-1048 or visit www.foundationforgeaugaparks.org.

Free Fresh Produce

Aug. 19, 9-11 a.m.

Newbury Community Church is hosting a produce giveaway at 14916 Auburn Road. Cleveland FoodBank provides the service to low income Geauga County residents the third Saturday of each month through October. Please bring ID and bags.

Steak Roast

Aug. 19, 4-8 p.m.

Harriet Tubman Movement, an advocacy group dedicated to helping victims of human trafficking, is hosting a steak roast, basket raffle and silent auction at Heritage Marketplace Event Center, 15864 Nauvoo Road in Middlefield. Advance sale tickets only; call 440-321-5007.

Chicken Dinner And Car Show

Aug. 20, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

SS. Edward and Lucy Parish will host its 14th annual Chicken Dinner and Car Show, rain or shine, at St. Edward Church, 16150

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Center St. in Parkman. Event features classic cars and trucks, Chinese auction, raffles, bingo, DJ Cory and kids games. There will be live music from 1-4 p.m.

Tickets are $15 for adults and $7 for children 10 and under.

Early bird ticket sales for the Chinese auction and raffle are available Aug. 19 from 2-6:30 p.m. Drawing will be after 6 p.m. Aug. 20; winner need not be present.

Call 440-548-3812 or visit ssedwardlucy. com for information.

Bloodmobile

Aug. 24, 12-6 p.m.

American Red Cross will hold a blood drive at Middlefield Library, 16167 East High St., Middlefield. Visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-733-2767 to make an appointment.

Rockin’ with Resources

Aug. 24, 4-7 p.m.

The community connection event on Chardon Square includes music, food, giveaways and kids activities. Join for the New Leaf Program graduation and resource fair featuring more than 30 local community organizations.

Middlefield Chamber Golf Outing

Aug. 25

Register for the annual Middlefield Chamber of Commerce golf outing at Rolling Green Golf Course in Huntsburg Township.

For information, call the office at 440-6325705.

Life Recovery 12 Step Meeting

Thursdays, 6:30-8 p.m.

The open group for men and women meets weekly at Horizons Christian Assembly, 14920 White Road in Middlefield and welcomes anyone struggling with grief, alcoholism, addiction, depression, co-dependency or any other habit that lessens the quality of life. The group offers support, encouragement, fellowship and discipleship.

Learn more at www.Horizons4you.com/ LifeRecovery.

Safety Day

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was Brian Blayney, transportation planning engineer for the Ohio Department of Transportation.

ODOT will be installing buggy warning systems in areas with poor sight distance, he said.

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Sheriff Scott Hildenbrand, who had been handing out packets to Amish children during the afternoon, accepted the check.

The donation will be used to cover the cost of materials and manpower to continue the DARE program in the Amish community, he said, adding the RCBM made a similar donation last year to support the program.

“I have to believe it has helped,” Hildenbrand said, pointing out the Amish scooter behind him that has flashing lights, front and rear, and urging young people using them to go the same direction as motorized traffic.

About $20,000 of the donation was raised during the Rotary’s second Jeep Invasion, Dvorak said. Jeep owners gathered in October at the Mayfield Drive-in Theater and, with Hildenbrand leading the way, toured around the county.

Dvorak said Judge Mary Jane Trapp, of the Court of Appeals of the Ohio Eleventh Appellate District, contributed to the fundraiser and commended Amish Safety Chair Noah Wengerd and the first-responders and organizations for holding another Amish Safety Day.

“The Burton-Middlefield Rotary is also commended on its successful efforts to raise $22,000 for the DARE program, which educates young people about the dangers of drug use and gives them tools to resist peer pressure,” she wrote. “These community partnerships are what make Geauga County a great place to live and work.”

Also speaking about Amish buggy safety

Triggered by radar, the Amish buggy detection warning systems can tell the difference between a motorized vehicle and a buggy, he said, adding it includes a stationary light on a pole to illuminate the back of a buggy in hilly terrain as it moves downhill so it is visible to a faster vehicle coming over the crest of the hill.

“The light will flash for 40 to 50 seconds to give better visibility of the buggy as it’s moving down the hill,” Blayney said.

According to the ODOT website, the cost of the lights is about $20,000 per location.

Hildenbrand spoke to the crowd about the new state law prohibiting use of a cell phone while driving and how important it is to pedestrians and slow-moving traffic.

“We’ve all seen horrific accidents with buggies and vehicles,” he said. “I’d love to see you all wearing reflective items. Be extra vigilant.”

Reed spoke about the difficulties of fighting a fire on properties far from the paved road. He urged families with extra-long driveways to let the fire department know because the typical hose is only 1,000 feet long.

“We’d like to know the location of all driveways that are really long,” Reed said.

All driveways should be at least 10 feet wide so emergency vehicles can navigate to the home without getting stuck, he added.

Reed urged homeowners to have smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors on every floor and in every bedroom, and to make sure all flammable containers are clearly marked, so white gasoline and kerosene don’t get mixed up.

Geauga Park District

For more information and registration, contact the park district at 440-286-9516 or visit www.geaugaparkdistrict.org.

Homeschool Learning Fair Returns

Aug. 24

Participate in fun activities and gather information from Geauga County organizations that offer educational opportunities for homeschool students at Homeschool Days: Family Learning Fair at the West Woods.

All attending must register and sign up in advance, including adults and siblings, to drop in anytime from 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Upon check-in, each student will get a Learning Fair Passport to check off all the

participating organizations he or she visits. Completed passports earn a raffle ticket to win prizes.

Among the local organizations and businesses offering hands-on activities and information will be: University Hospitals – giveaways and family health information; Women United United Way – book giveaway; Geauga Park District – explore a meadow with a naturalist, nets provided; Geauga County Public Library and Burton Library – crafts and resources; and Ohio Division of Wildlife – educational materials.

Follow the park district’s social media for names any additional participants as they become available.

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Chesterland, Ohio 44026 for $22,000 from the Rotary Club of Burton-Middlefield to the Geauga County Sheriff’s Office to fund Drug Abuse Resistance Education programs in Amish schools.

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Ramblings from Windsor

By ruth Byler

“Truth and Love are two of the most powerful things in the world, and when they both go together cannot easily be withstood.”

Thursday, July 20: Happy 6th birthday Rose. Today was the wedding of Matt (Leroy and Laura) and Sara (Sam and Ida).

Friday, July 21: So good to be back home. ‘Great’ Uncle Wyman passed away today. He lives in Dundee, Ohio.

Sunday, July 23: Happy 10th birthday Buddy! Marty’s, Wayne’s and Eli and Dorothy were here for dinner. Also some more of our friends.

Monday, July 24: Welcome to the world Marcus Mast, son of Mahlon and Ada. Grands are David and Saloma, and Allen and Mary.

Marty’s were here tonight. Dad, Grandma and some others were to Wyman’s funeral today.

Tuesday, July 25: Happy birthday Aunt Katie. The kids found locust shells today. Seems way too early for that. The guys had a lot of hay to put up tonight.

Wednesday, July 26: Levi Rhoda (Hayes) passed away and also my ‘great-great’ aunt, Eli Clara, in Holmes.

Had quite a storm go through tonight. The wind lifted and moved some hay bales that were still in the field.

Rachel and I were to Wayne’s, for a while good being there.

Friday, July 28: Spent the day at Marty Esther, gave me a change from the regulars. Was camping/kayaking this eve. Beautiful,

beautiful sunset. I thought it might rain, but it held off. Grandma’s birthday party was also tonight, sorry for not showing up. I did miss you :)

Saturday, July 29: Happy 4th birthday Lily.

Little bit on the rainy side and we ended our camping trip around 4 p.m. We didn’t get wet though, and it was worth every minute.

Found out Bill Bender Anna passed yesterday. Our hearts go out to the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. (This is former Huntsburg scribes wife). Mail will reach him at 15801 Pioneer Road, Middlefield, OH 44062.

BIG NEWS: Announcing the arrival of Karen and Kathy Fisher. The blessed parents are Daniel Fisher Jr. and Aunt Susan.

:) The proud little siblings are Verna, Miriam and Nathan. To the girls that spent time with me tonight, thank you, it was good seeing you again.

Sunday, July 30: We disturbed Danni and Lori for a few hours and p.m., then went to Wayne and Lynda’s with Billy and Rach, and Al and Mart. Beautiful evening to be outside.

Tuesday, Aug. 1: I got to meet the twins.

:) We were cleaning at Chris and Dora’s house tonight, so they can turn it into a home. Happy birthday, Marty Jr.

Wednesday, Aug. 2: In loving memory of Dan J. S. Byler. How can it be two years? You are missed.

Thursday, Aug. 3: Happy 21st birthday, Lori. I hope it’s amazing. So long, ‘til next time. “When the going gets tough the tough keep going.”

Coffee Break with Sue

By susAn yoder middlefield toWnship

Hello to All.

What a lovely day we are having. Hope you all enjoy — summer is waning — fast!

Dad, Mom, Jon, Becca and kiddos, and Norm and I scootered down the bike/ buggy path to the ice cream depot in Middlefield at the Historical Society. It’s very quaint, serving yummy Hershey’s icecream. Come check it out if you haven’t already done so.

Spending an evening at Dad and Mom’s recently were John, Elmina, John Jr., Miriam, Leanna, Sarah, Mac and John

Faith Matters

Finding the Courage for Life

We typically think of “courage” as something related to a soldier putting his/her life on the line to defend our freedom. Likewise, a person serving with the police or fire safety forces sometimes faces danger and is required to muster up courage to act. Sometimes we read about an ordinary person who heroically saves another person in danger, so we call him/her a hero.

However, we all need courage…. The courage to keep moving forward when tragedy strikes close to home. Perhaps a medical diagnosis suddenly intrudes on life and threatens to snuff it out. Maybe it is a single parent mom or dad who struggles to work full time, pay the bills, raise the kids and still have time for herself/himself.

strong armies. In some cases, they far outnumbered the army of Israel. Joshua must have felt unsure, and downright fearful, as he followed in the footsteps of Moses.

In Joshua chapter one, we see the “pep talk” that God gave Joshua as he undertook his new role as leader. The Lord’s encouragement to him is really amazing. Three times, He exhorts Joshua to be “strong and courageous.” He tells Joshua to not be terrified or discouraged. God assures him twice that He will be with him wherever he goes.

By Roger Kruse

In fact, the Lord promises that no one will be able to stand up against him all the days of his life. God will give Joshua and Israel “every place where you set your foot.”

It might be a teenager who is struggling to make friends and feels like a solitary fish swimming upstream. It could be a person who is trying to start up a business, expending time, money and energy to succeed and not fail. Of course, there are many seniors who find themselves in a new season of life that brings challenges they have never faced before.

When do you find yourself most in need of courage? We smile thinking about the cowardly lion in “The Wizard of Oz” who sought courage to do things he felt totally inadequate to do. What holds you back in life because of some paralyzing fear or worry? How will you overcome it …. or are you just destined to never find fulfillment in the way you hoped for?

The one thing required of Joshua was to have faith in God, trusting His words and obeying the Book of the Law given to God’s people through Moses.

The first order of business was to get the 2 million plus Israelites across the Jordan river at flood stage. Hmm… sounds like an impossible task. However, God specializes in doing what we consider impossible. His miraculous power goes to work on our behalf to accomplish what we could never do in our own strength. As the priests carrying the ark of the covenant stepped into the raging river, the waters suddenly stopped flowing. The people made their way across on dry ground as the priests stood firm in the middle of the Jordan.

III Kurtz. They brought an ice-cream cake for Mom’s approaching 81st birthday. Mom would be John Jr.’s last living Byler aunt — aunt by marriage.

Betty Burkholder will soon be having her 90th birthday. Send her blessings at 17228 Mayfield Road, Windsor, OH 44099.

Yesterday, I had the company of 4-yearold grandchildren. Isaac and Jenna while their parents Joey and Martha Kay attended their neighbor Paul Hershberger’s (son of Bill and Emma) wedding out east in Orwell.

‘Til next time.

Thank God for what you have, trust Him with what you need…

Joshua was the leader in the Bible who succeeded Moses. That was a tough act to follow. Nevertheless, he was called to lead the nation of Israel into the Promised Land. It was a daunting prospect for an inexperienced leader who was now the “main man.” Canaan was a very desirable place “flowing with milk and honey.”

However, it was also a territory where numerous ethnic groups had already established their lives, with families, cities and

Help for Mental Illness

What task needs to be done that you just don’t feel up to? You lack confidence or doubt your ability to pull it off. Why not ask God for courage? Trust Him for the wisdom, strength and direction needed to accomplish what seems impossible. The Lord Jesus is ready to answer your prayer and reveal His love and power as you step out in faith.

Roger Kruse is preparing to return to India this autumn. He is depending on God for courage and blessing every step of the way.

NAMI Geauga offers mental health support groups and classes for families and persons affected by mental illness. There is no charge to participants. All offerings are 100% peer led and meet in person or on Zoom.

Check out NAMI’s calendar online for the latest listings: www.namigeauga.org.

Dear Residents, I seem to be in a rut. It seems I start ev ery article talking about the weather or sea son. It seriously looks like we just had our ceremony to honor the soldiers who gave the ultimate sacrifice protecting our freedom, and now I am making Labor Day plans.

One of the freedoms they fought and died protecting was our right and obligation to vote in a free election. Aug. 8 was anoth er opportunity and obligation to have our voices heard. I encour age you to study issues for any election, use the mind and reasoning God gave you, don’t listen to the political marketing machines and cast your vote to ensure the quality of life for you and your family is maintained.

It is true, the older you get the faster time seems to pass. I was sitting at the bank driveup the other day and noticed Mike Mihalisin Jr. pick up his mail at the post office. I remember seeing his father do that many times. I remember seeing Jean McNish walk daily to

From the Mayor of Middlefield

the post office, always dressed with perfect hair and makeup, good weather and bad. Jean was our first Summerfest Grand Marshall in 2001. Last, but not least, I miss my advisor Rich Harrington. I say that tongue in cheek, but Rich always gave feedback on his view of our Village.

Unfortunately, all three of these individuals passed away within the past year. They were great members of our community and contributed to making our Village great.

I attended a going away party recently for Dr. Farrell and his wife, Judy, who are relocating closer to family in the Columbus area. In attendance were many people who I’ve known, but haven’t seen recently. It made me realize the people present had all been active in making Middlefield a strong community. Majority were older than me but made me think how important it is to encourage others to fill their shoes, take active roles that collectively maintain a community we are proud of. I encourage you to

Volunteers Needed to Deliver Meals

The Geauga County Department on Aging is in need of Home Delivered Meal drivers for the Middlefield on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays and the Parkman areas on Thursdays.

The meal routes start at the Middlefield Senior Center, 15820 Ridgewood Road in Middlefield.

The Home Delivered Meal program delivers warm, nutritious lunches between the hours of 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., Monday through Friday, to homebound senior citizens in the community.

The department on aging is looking for area agencies, organizations, church groups and individuals 18 years old or older, with a valid driver’s license, who are interested in volunteering for the program. Training includes filing department on aging Home Delivered Meal volunteer paperwork and a short orientation about the program. Volunteers can deliver meals on a weekly, bi-weekly, monthly or as needed/substitute basis.

To sign up or for any questions, contact Nathan Gorton at 440-279-2138 or email at NGorton@co.geauga.oh.us.

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.)

Huntsburg Township: Aug. 15, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees. All meetings held at the Town Hall, 16534 Mayfield Road.

Middlefield Township: Aug. 14, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees. All trustees meetings are held at Township Office, 15228 Madison Road, unless otherwise noted.

Middlefield Village: Aug. 10, 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: Aug. 15, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees; Aug. 22, 7 p.m., Zoning Commission. All meetings are held at the Community House, 16295 Main Market Road, unless otherwise noted.

Cardinal BOE: Aug. 9, 6:30 p.m., regular meeting; Aug. 23, 6:30 p.m., work session. All meetings held at BOE Office, 15982 E. High St., Middlefield, unless otherwise indicated.

become involved. We all benefit from individual personal involvement.

Many local business this year have reinvested in our community by improving their properties, expanding current business or opening a brand-new business. I urge you to support those local businesses as they strive to keep our community vital and provide services that meet our daily requirements and provide gainful employment.

I still see a multitude of help wanted signs; I feel their frustration and admire the efforts employers are making to attract employees.

I recently attended a program sponsored by Cardinal Junior High and a second presentation by Cardinal High School to demonstrate to local employers their plans to train and educate students to be job-ready when

they graduate from high school. I think their program to identify the skills our local employers require and design a curriculum that will enable the student to gain those skills is outstanding.

This program goes beyond lip service and actually prepares our youth to become immediately employable and an asset to their respective employer. I hope our educators retain their focus and encourage businesses to partner and make this a huge success. I know this doesn’t provide immediate results, but in a very few short years this area could have a workforce that is envied. What a great opportunity for all involved to benefit.

Be Informed, be involved, exercise your right to vote, shop Middlefield, visit www. middlefieldohio.com .

Mayor Ben Garlich Village of Middlefield

partment, July 21 through Aug. 3, 2023.

CITIZEN DISPUTE

July 30

1:59 p.m., Grove Street. Caller states her neighbor came to her house and accused her of stealing his child’s tablet. Nothing physical. Neighbor is back at his house. Male provided written statement matching female’s verbal statement. Male was advised location service is not accurate enough to differentiate where the child left the tablet be tween the homes.

FRAUD

July 29 7:23 a.m., Sawgrass Lane. Met a subject online. He asked for $8,000 and told me he was a government official. He has caller’s cell phone number. Caller is going to the bank to modify her banking information. This occurred over last couple of weeks. Last night is when he made the request for money. No money actually was transferred. No personal money was requested or given out.

7:08 p.m., South State Avenue. Someone stole caller’s jewelry box and wallet. Unknown who may have taken it. She recently moved from one house to another. See report.

July 23

11:34 a.m., West High Street. Male is shoplifting in Giant Eagle right now. He was in aisle 14, where medication is and he was putting stuff in his pockets. He does this regularly, every day. White male, short, wears glasses, approximately 76. See report.

VAGRANCY

July 21

4:29 p.m., South Springdale Avenue. Several people standing on the corner of the entrance to Walmart and one male sitting in a lawn chair begging for money by traffic light. Caller is concerned as he has never seen this in Middlefield. Spoke with caller who was advised village was aware of subjects and village does not have an ordinance against vagrancy. He was not aware. No further assistance needed.

Real Estate Transfers

Following is a list of area real estate transfers for the weeks ending July 21 and July 28, provided as a public service by the Geauga County Auditor’s Office. Transfers may involve the sale of land only.

MIDDLEFIELD TOWNSHIP

Samuel S. and Ada S. Miller, 15580 Bundysburg Road, to Andy J. and Elva D. Miller, $325,000. (8.67 acres)

James L. Sawastuk, 16231 Old State Road, to Jason P. Welling, $75,000. (2.69 acres)

MIDDLEFIELD VILLAGE

Middlefield Parkway, 15238 Woodsong Drive, to NVR Inc., $64,600. (0.21 acres)

Barbara McClurg (TOD), 15767 W. High St., to Patrick J. and Marlene M. Day,

$165,000. (0.69 acres)

Middlefield Parkway, 15248 Woodsong Drive, to NVR Inc., $64,600. (0.21 acres)

Middlefield Parkway, 15243 Woodsong Drive, to NVR Inc., $64,600. (0.23 acres)

PARKMAN TOWNSHIP

Noah E. and Emma Jane Miller, 17001 Newcomb Road, to Samuel J. Weaver, et. al, $10,000. (2.41 acres)

Samuel J. Weaver, et. al, 17117 Newcomb Road, to Noah E. and Emma Jane Miller, $10,000. (2.41 acres)

Joseph W. Turos, 16425 Stagecoach Drive, to Julie A. Brezo and Daniel J. Mckenna, $290,000. (0.69 acres)

James J. Venaleck, 17448 Hosmer Road, to Nancy A. Bruening, $125,500. (0.88 acres)

SUBMITTED

From left, Huntsburg Grange Master Bob Paine presents Jenn and Tina Layne with a $300 donation to benefit nonprofit Willow Grove Retreats in Huntsburg Township for their horse rescue program.

FOR RENT

Burton Ranch Home: 2/BR, 2/Bath, AC, laundry, 2-car attached garage. Less than a mile from Burton square. Private Patio, Vaulted Ceilings. Wonderful private setting surrounded by hundreds of acres of conservation land. No pets/smoking. $1,550/month. Includes snow plowing, lawn, trash. Senior discount. 440-221-0649.

FOR SALE

Beautiful Patio Furniture Set: 7 pieces total, excellent condition. Price negotiable. Call for more info. 440-6328388, Middlefield.

Boy’s shorts, pants, T-shirts sizes 10-12, Good condition.

Vintage AMF Firefighter truck, Tonka, Hot Wheels, others. Call 440-354-8155 after 10am.

For Sale: Graco Magnum DX Electric Paint Sprayer. Like new, $275. New screens 49”x81” FREE. 440-548-2657. Beautiful rhubarb for sale, large bunch $5, Near Troy/Burton. 440-834-1177.

Vintage Tools:  2 brass blow torches, $30 each.  Two Universal cast iron grinders $25.  One Griswold aluminum grinder $30. 440-230-3750.

NEW Panasonic cordless phone, still in box, 2 additional handsets, can expand. White w/blue trim. 440-2239471. Also Wanted: Level/Transit.

Drive Spitfire 4-wheel power scooter. Can be disassembled for transportation. Asking $800. 440-286-4772.

FREE CROSS-STITCH pattern books (40+) with purchase of floss (290+), Aida cloth, frames. $235. Must see. Call or text 216-403-2312.

716000 Jet 12” electric drill press, used slightly, excellent condition, $550. 440-321-7682, leave message if no answer.

Daylilies: over 450 varieties, $8 to $10 per large clump. Call 440-543-9303 or 440-570-1377.

GARAGE/ESTATE SALES

Tent Sale still going on at 9575 Mulberry with additional items being added daily from attic, barn, and former collectibles shop. Nothing is priced-just pay what you want and Take It Away! Open daily.

Sales: Many miscellaneous items! Thurs. Fri. Sat. 10a-4p. 9098 Rt. 608 Old State Rd., Chardon. Rain or Shine.

HELP WANTED

Caregiver Needed: around the clock or split shifts, in Chesterland. Able to operate Hoyer. References required. Wages, R&B. 440-339-0519.

Full-time landscape maintenance, construction/design, snow plowing. Reliable transportation required. Offering up to $25/hour. Contact 216-381-0070 or office@eastside-landscaping.com for more information.

PETS & ANIMALS

Purebred Beagle puppies: great with children, shots and dewormed; $75/each. Dutch Rabbits: $5/each. Bantam Hens: $5/each. Bantam Roosters: free. 440-321-8251. English Mastiff puppies. Born 6/16/23. Ready approx. 8/15/23. Beautiful markings. Parents on premises. $1,400. Call Gerri 440-474-2142.

MS Kennels on the Farm, LLC offers in-home pet care. Call 440-636-2421.

2 Toy Poodle male puppies, AKC registration, $700/each or $1,300/both. 2 Nigerian Dwarf doelings $330/each or $550/both. Buckling $200. 440-321-9527.

MISCELLANEOUS

FREE fact: MOST of our kids are NOT vaping — Wish we could say NONE of our kids are vaping!

REAL ESTATE

LOT FOR SALE: .34 acre lot, Bainbridge, Lake Lucerne amenities! Gas, electric, sanitary sewer & well-water all available. $99.9k. 440-596-2608.

Lot for sale. Thompson Township. Buildable. 1 acre. Wooded, scenic, quiet side street $15,900. 440-289-0708.

SERVICES

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

Revision Construction LLC doing Home Improvement Repairs, Replacement Windows, and General Construction. Call Steven at 440-321-5771.

Grand Valley Tree Service offering complete tree removal, trimming, cleanup and lot clearing. Free Estimates. Fully Insured. 440-307-0996.

Joe Eicher doing roofing, siding, remodeling, cleanout houses, we do most anything. Call between 8a-4p, 440813-4272. No answer, leave message.

WANTED TO BUY

4-wheelers, 3-wheelers, dirt bikes, mini-bikes, go-carts, golf carts, gators, farm tractors/equipment, trailers, riding mowers, snowplows. Paying cash. 440-413-3119. Will pay cash for sports cards & collectibles. Entire collections or individual cards. Organized or unorganized. Call or text Rich at 440-552-0691.

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

Old fishing tackle wanted: fishing lures (wood or plastic), mouse to bear traps, wooden duck decoys. Call Lee 440313-8331.

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