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BY NABIL AL-JURANI Associated Press BASRA, Iraq (AP) — A string of bombings in a southern oil city killed 19 people Thursday evening and injured dozens more, a grim sign of the security challenges Iraq will face after American troops go home.

The U.S. military is drawing down its troops ahead of an end-of-December deadline to have all American forces out of the country. Incidents

like Thursday’s triple bombing in a city seen as key to Iraq’s economic development show the dangerous prospects awaiting Iraqis next year.

Three bombs went off in a popular open-air market in Basra, police and health officials said.

The third bomb exploded a few minutes after Iraqi army and police forces arrived on the scene in response to the earlier blasts, officials said.

The third blast caused all the fatalities and almost all of the

injuries, the officials said.

Among the dead and wounded were many policemen and Iraqi army soldiers.

The police officials spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to speak to reporters.

Kamal Ali was working at a clothing shop across the street when the blasts went off. He said after the first explosion, bystanders rushed to help the victims. When another blast went off about five minutes later, the terrified people ran

DEATHS Obituaries and/or death notices for the following people appear on Page 3A today: • Joseph J. Cotrell • Rosemary T. Menker • Cho-Chagna Nicole Fogt • Betty (Wagner) Markin • LaDonna “Donnie” Williams • Brenda Lloyd • Charles M. “Bud” Hay

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TODAY’S THOUGHT “The world is a country which nobody ever yet knew by description; one must travel through it one’s self to be acquainted with it.”

— Philip Stanhope, 4th Earl of Chesterfield, British statesman (1694-1773) For more on today in history, turn to Page 11A.

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In the annual Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk there are no winners in the non-competitive event except for the food pantries.

In its fifth year, the event collected at least a ton and a half of food which was delivered to the Alpha Community Center and will also serve the Holy Angels Soup Kitchen.

There were also at least 650 people who participated in the Turkey Trot which is up from the 250 who participated last year. For organizer Sarah Steenrod, the great weather was a part of what made the event a huge success.

“It was amazing,” said Steenrod. “We couldn’t have done this without the volunFor photo reprints, visit www.sidneydailynews.com SDN Photo/Luke Gronneberg teers.”

DJ DAVIS (left) and Sarah Steenrod, both of Sidney, see walkers off at the start of the fifth anSteenrod estimated that nual Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk Thursday morning. participants could bring non-perishable there were roughly 50 volunfood items in place of a registration fee. The event was sponsored by the First Presbyterian teers who helped organize and Church of Sidney where the trot started.

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Volunteers vital to county’s fire, rescue squads

BY JENNIFER BUMGARNER jbumgarner@sdnccg.com While many county residents left the county to visit relatives for the Thanksgiving holiday, many had to stay home and be ready to respond to an accident or fire.

They are members of the county’s volunteer fire departments and rescue squads.

A majority of Shelby County is served by volunteer fire and emergency services.

These crews do not get paid for their services but serve the community because they want to care for their neighbors.

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A letter for Santa Delivering letters to Santa Claus recently at the Sidney post office are (l-r) Macaiah Foster, 6; Isaiah Foster, 5; and Brayden Lee, 4, all of Sidney. Special mailboxes have been placed at the post office and Ron and Nita’s store where children can place their letters to Santa.

Santa will answer the letters before Christmas if a return address is on the letter. The mailboxes will be up only until Dec. 15. Macaiah and Isaiah Foster are the children of Tara Foster and Jabari Hudgins. Brayden is the son of Amanda Foster and Brandon Lee.

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Then police and soldiers rushed to the scene before the third and most deadly bomb went off.

“Most of the casualties are police and Iraqi troops who rushed to help the victims and cordoned off the scene. They sacrificed their lives for the poor people,” Ali said.

The head of the Basra provincial council, Ahmed alSulaiti, confirmed the incident.

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RECORD were dispatched Fire, rescue fighters to 1521 Michigan St. on THURSDAY -1:49 a.m.: medical.

Sidney paramedics responded to the 1400 block of Riverside Drive on a medical call.

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Medics responded to the 500 block of Gearhart Road on a medical call.

-8:23 p.m.: fire. Firefighters were dispatched to 313 E. Court St., Apt. A on a report of a stove top fire. It was out on arrival.

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a report of smoke. Plant employees at Reliable Castings advised the situation was normal and they were burning off the chimney.

-5:24 p.m.: CO. Firefighters responded to 1823 Broadway Ave. for a CO investigation. No CO was found with the monitor.

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Happy Thanksgiving Corinne Fowler, 9, of New Knoxville, eats a Thanksgiving meal at the sixth annual Thanksgiving Fellowship at the Minster K of C hall Thursday. Corinne is the daughter of Nancy Nichols and Tim Fowler.

phenomenal people who serve,” said Roddy. “You don’t have to live in the community to volunteer.”

There’s a seven mile radius within the service area to be a part of a volunteer crew. According to Roddy, 90 percent of the Perry-Port-Salem Rescue members are from Sidney. There is a shortage in members at some of the which departments causes some staffing problems.

According to Roddy, the Perry-Port-Salem Rescue is the only department with a paid day crew between the hours of 5 a.m. and 5 p.m. because it was the only way to have enough people to serve the area.

“If everyone has the same excuse, ‘I’m busy,’ then who will be around to answer your 911 call when your family members are trapped in a fire or have medical issues,” said Roddy. “It’s a big commitment, but it’s so important.”

The individual departments pay for their volunteers to go through training. Usually there is some sort of deal made between the volunteer and the department according to Roddy. For example, a volunteer would commit to serving with the department for a given amount of time and in return the department pays for the training.

Firefighter volunteers need to complete 36 hours of training and need to have another 18 hours every year to keep their certificate after their training. For the medics, there are different levels of training. For first responders, there is 48 hours of training and then an additional 15 hours every three years.

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From Page 1 re-certification every three years. A minimum of 900 hours for EMTparamedic is required for training with 92 hours every three years.

The various departments around the county work together as mutual aid. Shelby County Fire is a response team comprised of people from across the county.

“We have great mutual aid,” said Roddy. “If there’s a fire, we are all dispatched at the same time.”

One of the biggest concerns for volunteer departments is funding. The cost of equipment is unbelievable according to Roddy. He said the price of a defibrillator can run $27,000.

“We have fish fries and other fundraisers throughout the year,” said Roddy. “Fire and Rescue levies are so important because of the cost of equipment.”

Another concern for volunteer departments is the current state of the economy. For volunteer rescue and firefighters, it is important for them to be available during an emergency, but now it’s becoming more difficult for people to leave work.

“There are more companies denying people to leave for calls,” said Roddy. “Some are still supportive but it’s hard to ask a person to leave a job where they are making money to go volunteer.”

Regardless of the difficulties with maintaining volunteer fire and rescue workers, Roddy enjoys helping people and encourages others to step up.

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DEATH NOTICES Joseph J. Cotrell PIQUA — Joseph H. Cotrell, 77, of 2110 E. Suber Road, died at 12:09 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2011.

Private services to the family are being conducted through the Jamieson and Yannucci Funeral Home.

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Cho-Chagna Nicole Fogt, Hilltop 1117 Ave., daughter of Michael and J a s m i n e (Brown) Fogt, passed away unexpectantly T u e s d a y evening, Nov. 22, 2011, at Wilson Memorial Hospital.

She was born Jan. 4, 2008, in Sidney.

Cho-Chagna’s family was blessed with three years before she went to her heavenly home. During her short days here on earth she touched many lives and was loved deeply by family and friends. She laughed and smiled bringing joy and happiness to everyone she touched. Cho-Chagna will remain Michael and Jasmine’s precious little girl and Xavier Josiah’s older sister until they hold her again in heaven.

Cho-Chagna attended the Head Start PreSchool in Sidney. She loved riding her bicycle and watching Barbie Princess and Nemo movies for hours and hours.

She is survived by her parents, Michael and Jasmine; her brother, Xavier; her grandparents, Alice Brown and Howard and Gail Fogt,

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Mass of Christian Burial Saturday 10am at Holy Angels Catholic Church.

Rosemary T. Menker ST. MARYS — Rosemary T. Menker, 76, of St. Marys, died at 2:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov, 24, 2011.

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all of Sidney; g r a n d m o t h e r, and Cynthia great-grandmother, Paula, both of Lima; step sisters, Desiree Fogt, of Piqua and Mercedeze Fogt, of Piqua; a host of other aunts, uncles, greataunts and uncles; and many special friends of Sidney, Maplewood and Lima.

She will be sadly missed but not forgotten.

Funeral services will be conducted on Monday at 11 a.m. at Mount Vernon Baptist Church, 606 Park St., by the Rev. David D. Wynn, pastor. Burial will follow at Graceland Cemetery.

Family and friends may call from 10 to 11 a.m. on Monday at the Mount Vernon Baptist Church. arrangements All have been entrusted to the staff at the Adams Funeral Home, 1401 Fair Road.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Cho-Chagna’s name may be made at any branch of Chase Bank.

Online memories may be expressed to the family at www.theadamsfuneralhome.com.

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URBANA— Betty (Wagner) Markin, 90, of Urbana, passed away Sunday, Nov. 20, 2011 in Springfield Regional Medical Center.

She was born Dec. 8, 1920, in Kennard, the daughter of Emory and Cora Jane (Bishop) Wagner.

Betty enjoyed car shows and the love of her life was her 1938 Buick.

She always looked forward to the Sunday dinners with her family.

She is survived by her daughters, Sue Markin, of Urbana and Barbara (John) McAlexander, of Houston, Texas; her son, Jerry (Margaret) Markin, of Sidney; sister, Mary Nance, of Urbana; 18 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren and 32 great-greatgrandchildren; as well as several nieces and nephews.

Betty is preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 62 years, John Paul Markin; her

daughter, Connie Smith; son, Tom Markin; granddaughter, Cindy Horsley; great-great grandson, Denvor Carson; and b r o t h e r s, Harold, Ronald and Pete Wagner.

A gathering of family and friends will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday in the Vernon Funeral Home, Urbana. Funeral services will follow at 1 p.m. with the Rev. Roger Childers officiating.

Burial will follow in Kingscreek Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society Ohio Southwest Region, 2808 Reading Road, Cincinnati, OH 45206 or to the James Cancer Center, 660 Ackerman Road, PO Box 183112, Columbus, OH 43218.

Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.vernonfh.com.

LaDonna ‘Donnie’ Williams L I M A — LaDonna “Donnie” Williams, 88, of Lima, died on Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2011, at Mill Run Care Center in Hilliard.

Born Monday, Oct. 8, 1923, in Lima, she was the daughter of the late Louis Snook and the late Elizabeth (Muehleisen) Snook.

She was the wife of the late Jack Williams.

She married Jack A. Williams on Oct. 2, 1941.

He preceded her in death on June 20, 2000.

She was a loving mother. She was a homemaker. She was a member of the Lima Baptist Church in Lima. A member of the American Legion Post #96 Auxiliary.

She was an avid gardener, reader and bowler.

Surviving are a son, Steven R. (Judith) Williams, of Strongsville; a daughter, Lori Beth (Jeff) Miller, of Columbus; three grandchil-

dren, Kristin (Paul) Orban, of Wo r t h i n g t o n , Bruce (Kellie)Williams, of Olmsted Township, and Scott (Erin) Williams, of Brunswick; five greatgrandchildren, William Orban, of Worthington, Kaitlyn Williams and Carter Williams, of Olmsted Township, and Ava Williams and Layla Williams, of Brunswick.

She was predeceased by son, Bruce Williams; two brothers, Bill Snook and Robert Snook; and a sister, Pauline Connor.

Visitation was held on Nov. 19, 2011 at Chamberlain-Huckeriede Funeral Home.

Funeral services were held on Nov. 19, 2011 at ChamberlainHuckeriede Funeral Home with Pastor Karen Muntzing from Hilliard officiating.

Internment will be in Graceland Cemetery, Sidney, at a later date.

Brenda Lloyd B r e n d a Lloyd, 41, of 904 Michigan St., passed away Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2011 at 11:57 a.m. at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton.

She was born on April 10, 1970, in Detroit, Mich., the daughter of the late Bobby Smith Sr., Myrtle “Jewell” (Craig) Day, and surviving step father, M.C. Day, of Sidney.

On March 19, 2011, she married James Lloyd, who survives along with three children, Randall Hawkins, of Fort Bragg, N.C., Jessica Hawkins, of Sidney, and Brandon Hawkins, of Sidney; two step children, Kyle and Kelli Lloyd, both of Sidney; siblings, Stella Lucier, of Troy, Darlene Norris, Chuck Smith, both of Lima, Debbie Smith, of Piqua, Bobby Jr., of Erwin, Tenn., Carl Smith, Rachel Atkinson, David Smith, Ken Smith, Bill Schellenberg, Brenda Kennedy, all of

Sidney, and Mick Day, of New Carlisle; and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins friends.

She was preceded in death by one sister, Bessie Schellenberg; one step brother, Donnie Day; and two nieces, Brittney Smith and Pamela Mays.

Brenda was a house wife and loving mother.

She worked part time at Bob Evans, and was a member of the House of Prayer in Sidney. services Funeral will be held Monday at 10:30 a.m. at Cromes Funeral Home, 302 S. Main Ave., with Pastor Jeff Hill officiating. Burial will follow at Shelby Memory Gardens.

The family will receive friends on Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. at the funeral home.

Condolences may be expressed to Brenda’s family at the funeral home’s website, www.cromesfh.com.

Charles M. ‘Bud’ Hay NEW BREMEN — Charles M. “Bud” Hay, 92, of 205 N. Jefferson St., died on Thursday, Nov. 24, 2011, at 9:15 a.m. at the Elmwood of New Bremen.

He was born on Feb. 25, 1919, in St. Marys.

He was the son of Charles I. and Matty Marie (Schlechty) Hay. On Oct. 19, 1946, he married Louise Moeller who died on March 30, 2008.

Survivors include his children, James (Danna) Hay, of Celina, Kathy (Ron) Tontrup, of New Bremen, John (Angie) Hay, of Port Charlotte, Fla. and Kris (Steve) Imwalle, of New Bremen; his grandchildren, Cody Hay, Justin Hay, Hay, Shawn Katie Imwalle, Brett Imwalle and Brice Imwalle. Also surviving is his sister, Margaret (Martin) Menchoffer, of St. Marys; and his in laws, Cletus Ballweg, of St. Marys, Jim and Pat Moeller, of New Bremen, Jack and Hilda Moeller, of Rochester, Mich. and Ruth Moeller, of New Bremen.

Preceding him in death was his brother,

FOOD put the event together.

She said they’re always looking for more help to make things run more smoothly.

“One thing we’re going to have to think about for next year is a way to streamline the registration,” said Steenrod. “It’s one of the growing pains, how to make it smoother and how to tweak it so it goes well.”

Organizers are already starting to think about next year. One of the things Steenrod noticed was how many families came together for the walk.

“We’re thinking of ways to make it better and market it even more,” said Steenrod.

“It’s kind of fun the day of and talk to people to get their ideas too. We saw a lot of large groups of family. There were several that had 15 or 20 family members come out.”

Kenneth Hay; and sister Pauline Ballweg.

Mr. Hay was a member of the St. Paul United Church of Christ in New Bremen and a member of the VFW Post 9289 and FOE Lodge 767, both of St. Marys.

He served with the U.S. Army during World War II, stationed in the South Pacific. He was employed at the former Goodyear of St. Marys for 40 years. services Funeral will be on Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. at the St. Paul United Church of Christ in New Bremen with the Rev. Becky Erb Strang officiating. Burial will follow in the German Protestant Cemetery.

Calling hours will be on Tuesday from 4 until 7 p.m. at the Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen and on Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the services at the church.

Memorial contributions may be made to the church memorial fund or to the Grand Lake Hospice.

From Page 1 The group also sold out of T-shirts at the event and the money raised through the sales and other donations goes to the food banks as well. There will be more shirts printed according to Steenrod and people can request the shirts by contacting her at sst een rod d @em barqmail.com or by calling the First Presbyterian Church at 492-4597.

“We’re still collecting food at Culver’s. I’m not sure how much longer it will be there, but people can still donate.”

They also collected food at Northwood and Longfellow elementary schools.

“It’s become a real community event with various organizations like Sidney City Schools and Christian Academy schools participating,” said Steenrod. “Hunger is a community issue.”

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Amish concerned over attacks MILLERSBURG (AP) — Members of the Amish community in three states have been frightened by recent hair-cutting attacks in Ohio, making fearful calls to authorities and arming themselves with pepper spray and shotguns, a sheriff said.

Jefferson County Sheriff Fred Abdalla said Amish in Ohio, Pennsylvania and Indiana were concerned about the attacks that led federal authorities on Wednesday to raid the compound of a breakaway Amish group and charge seven men, including group leader Sam Mullet, with hate crimes.

“We’ve received hundreds and hundreds of calls from people living in fear,” he said. “They are buying Mace, some are sitting with shotguns, getting locks on their doors because of Sam Mullet.”

The sheriff added, “Sam Mullet is evil.”

A daughter-in-law and former brother-in-law told federal investigators Mullet allowed the beatings of those who disobeyed him, made some members sleep in a chicken coop and had sexual relations with married women to “cleanse them.”

Several members of the group outside Bergholtz in eastern Ohio carried out the attacks in September, October and November by forcibly cutting the beards and hair of Amish men and women and then taking photos of them, authorities said.

The Amish believe the Bible instructs women to let their hair grow long and men to grow beards and stop shaving once they marry. One victim told the FBI he would rather have been “beaten black and blue than to suffer the disfigurement and humiliation of having his hair removed,” according to court papers.

Mullet told The Associated Press in October that he didn’t order haircutting but didn’t stop his sons and others from carrying it out. He said the goal was to send a message to other Amish that they should be ashamed of themselves for the way they were treating Mullet and his community.

“They changed the rulings of our church here, and they’re trying to force their way down our throat, make us do like they want us to do, and we’re not going to do that,” Mullet said.

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RESCUE CREWS from West Milton, Ohio, and nearby departments begin their investigation into the crash of a single-engine aircraft that went down southwest of West Milton, on Nov. 23, 2011. There is one confirmed fatality from the crash.

Pilot killed in crash WEST MILTON, Ohio (AP) — The pilot of a single-engine plane has died in a crash just west of West Milton in Miami County, about three miles northeast of the Phillipsburg Airport.

The crash happened at about 8:45 p.m. Wednesday. The plane was found by fire crews nearly a mile from the road in a corn field.

West Milton Fire Chief Denny Frantz says authorities are trying to

determine the pilot’s identity and the origin of the airplane. He says emergency responders located a tail number on the plane and have contacted federal authorities.

Franz says the plane did not burn upon impact and that debris was crumpled as if it had possibly nosedived into the ground.

The Dayton Daily News reports that deputies from the Miami County Sheriff’s Office are investigating.

Redistricting fight begets campaign confusion TOLEDO (AP) — With less than a year left before the 2012 congressional elections, the fight over redrawing Ohio’s political map means some candidates don’t know yet where they’ll end up running.

The resulting confusion is making it more difficult for some to raise money, organize their campaigns and know which voters to woo.

Most incumbents have a pretty good idea how their U.S. House districts will look next year, but challengers who don’t have their network of volunteers and staff in place are at a bigger disadvantage. So are incumbents whose districts are changing significantly.

Potential donors want to know whether the candidates who are asking for money will end up representing them. And the candidates want to make sure they’re not spending time knocking on doors in neighborhoods that might be outside their district.

Voters are confused, too.

“I’ve heard, ‘Where is your district; where are you running?’” said state Sen. Nina Turner, a Democrat challenging U.S. Rep. Marcia Fudge in her Cleveland district. “All I

can do is speculate and tell people what I know.”

U.S. House district lines for Ohio have been in limbo since they were approved in September because Democrats and voter advocates claim the map unfairly favors Republicans.

Democrats have taken steps to put the issue before voters next year, so Republicans are now trying to come up with a revised congressional map to head off a costly political fight.

It’s unclear whether lawmakers will be able to reach an agreement before the end of the year.

Leaders in the Ohio House say talks are continuing, but they must pass a revised map within a few weeks to avoid holding a presidential and U.S. House primary in June and other primary contests in March.

At the same time, Democrats are circulating petitions to get the redistricting issue on the ballot. There’s also a lawsuit in southwest Ohio asking a judge to draw new lines since lawmakers can’t solve it.

The candidates running for Congress can’t wait for the final map to begin designing their strategy.

“It’s like building a business. When you’re putting a campaign together you need some predictability,” said Steve Fought, a spokesman for Rep. Marcy Kaptur, a Democrat from Toledo whose district is now likely to include parts of Cleveland and its suburbs.

The uncertainty is also affecting fundraising, he said “Donors are like anybody else,” Fought said.

“They want to know what your district is and who your opponent is.”

Kaptur now faces a primary fight against U.S. Rep. Dennis Kucinich of Cleveland after they were thrown into the same district.

Running for the Republican nomination in the northern Ohio district is Samuel “Joe” Wurzelbacher — better known as Joe the Plumber, the man thrust into the political spotlight after questioning Barack Obama about his economic policies during the 2008 presidential campaign.

Roman Schroeder, his campaign director, said that uncertainty over redistricting is “a lot like shooting blind” and that it makes it a little tougher to identify voters and recruit volunteers.

DETROIT (AP) — Morenci Police Chief Larry Weeks recently served as a guest spelling-test presenter for a fifth-grade class, and afterward invited the students to ask questions. Amid the usual queries about weapons and uniforms came one from a girl that reminded him how hard the southern Michigan town has been hit by the disappearance of three young boys who would have attended the school.

“She raised her hand and asked how often I have investigated cases where parents have stolen their children,” Weeks said. “I struggled with responding to the question. … It concerns me how it’s changed their outlook. Kids should have the opportunity to be kids. To be thinking of that tells me that they’re worried, they’re concerned. And that bothers me immensely.”

One year later, Weeks can point to successes in the case, such as the conviction of John Skelton, the boys’ father and

prime suspect, on unlawimprisonment ful charges. But Weeks, the boys’ family and other residents of the close-knit community remain haunted by one reality: Andrew, Alexander and Tanner Skelton have never been found.

The Skelton brothers were 9, 7, and 5 years old, respectively, when they went to spend last Thanksgiving at their father’s home in Morenci, about 70 miles southwest of Detroit near the Ohio state line. The boys’ mother, Tanya Zuvers, had exclusive custody of them, but agreed to let them visit their father nearby if he returned them the next day.

When John Skelton didn’t return them, Zuvers notified police, who arrested Skelton and launched what became a massive search effort in the following weeks. Cell phone records indicated Skelton left home the day after Thanksgiving and drove at least as far as Holiday City, Ohio, about 20 miles southwest, before returning home.

Dog helps boy with cerebral palsy MARIEMONT (AP) — Crisp is unlike most dogs; when he fetches something, it’s not a game. It’s his job.

The Labrador-golden retriever mix is an assistance companion to 8year-old Mason Murphy, a Mariemont Elementary student whose cerebral palsy prevents him from using his legs and contributes to other difficulties.

Every night before Mason goes to bed, Crisp helps pull off his clothes and socks. The dog opens and closes doors and pushes elevator buttons and participates with Mason’s physical therapy.

“Anywhere Mason goes, the dog goes,” says Page Murphy of Mariemont, Mason’s mother. “Mason had surgery last week; the dog was in the hospital with him all week. They’re inseparable. They’re best buddies.”

“Crisp, get!” Mason said recently after he dropped a doll’s hairbrush on the floor near his electric wheelchair.

Crisp’s tail stops wagging and points straight

out as the dog tries to pick up the brush in his mouth. It takes a few tries, but he soon gets it firmly in his jaws.

“Crisp, give!” Mason says and the dog puts his paws on the wheelchair’s shelf and offers the brush to Mason, who takes it from him.

“Now we have to go back to the castle,” Mason says and zips over to another part of the playroom with Crisp.

“Mason loves dogs,” Murphy added. “But every dog he’d see would run away from him and he would get frustrated.

Crisp never leaves his side.”

Murphy said the dog has helped her soft-spoken son become more outgoing.

“When Mason is out with the dog, a lot of the attention is taken off of him and his wheelchair and people focus on the dog, which is nice,” she said. “It helps him make friends, and the companionship is awesome.”

Mason says he feels less shy.

“He’s my friend. I love Crisp,” Mason said.

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Author dies DUBLIN (AP) — Anne McCaffrey, whose vision of an interstellar alliance between humans and dragons spawned two dozen “Dragonriders of Pern” novels, has died in Ireland aged 85, her publisher and family announced Wednesday.

Random House said the Cambridge, Massachusetts-born author died of a stroke Monday at her rural residence south of Dublin, her home for four decades. She christened her self-designed house Dragonhold.

“Surrounded by the reassuring presence of family and close friends, her passing was swift and without suffering,” her three children said in a statement.

McCaffrey turned to the male-dominated world of sci-fi writing after dabbling in singing and amateur acting.

Court orders release of students PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A court in Egypt has ordered the release of three American students arrested during a protest in Cairo, a lawyer in Philadelphia confirmed Thursday.

Derrik Sweeney, Luke Gates and Gregory Porter, who attend the American University in Cairo, were arrested on the roof of a university building near Cairo’s iconic Tahrir Square on Sunday. Officials accused them of throwing firebombs at security forces fighting with protesters.

Attorney Theodore Simon, who represents Porter, a 19-year-old student at Drexel University in Philadelphia, said his client remained in custody at a police station as of Thursday afternoon Eastern time.

Crash kills 6 PHOENIX (AP) — A small airplane slammed into a sheer cliff in the mile-high mountains east of Phoenix and exploded, killing the six people onboard, including the pilot and his three young children who were to spend the Thanksgiving weekend with him, authorities said.

The body of one child was recovered and dozens of sheriff’s search and rescue personnel worked Thursday to recover the remains of the other victims, said Pinal County Sheriff Paul Babeu.

OUT OF THE BLUE

Typo leads to wrong candidate’s election DERBY, Conn. (AP) — A typo has led to the election of the wrong man to a finance board in Derby, Conn.

James J. Butler was the highest vote-getter, winning 1,526 votes for the 10-member Board of Apportionment and Taxation, which monitors the town’s finances.

However, his father, 72year-old James R. Butler, was the candidate nominated by Democrats. The News Times of Danbury and New Haven Register report that he said he wants the job and that his son is not interested in public office.

James J. Butler, who is 46, would not comment on whether he wants the job.

But he calls city officials incompetent for confusing him with his father.

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Egypt’s military rulers reject call to step down CAIRO (AP) — Egypt’s military rulers rejected protester demands for them to step down immediately and said Thursday they would start the first round of parliamentary elections on time next week, despite serious unrest in Cairo and other cities.

The ruling military council insisted it is not the same as the old regime it replaced, but the generals appear to be on much the same path that doomed Hosni Mubarak nine months ago — responding to the current crisis by delivering speeches seen as arrogant, mixing concessions with threats and using brutal force.

So far it’s working no better than it did under the former leader.

Protesters in Cairo’s Tahrir Square, seething over the military’s perceived failings over the past nine months, say they will not leave the iconic plaza until the generals step down in favor of a civilian presidential council, a show of resolve similar to that which forced Mubarak to give up power in February after nearly three decades.

“What we want to hear is when they are leaving,” said Tahrir protester Khaled Mahmoud on hearing of an apology offered by the military for the deaths of nearly 40 protesters since Saturday. “The ouster of the marshal is only a matter of time,” he added, referring to Field Marshal Hus-

sein Tantawi, who was Mubarak’s defense minister for 20 years before he succeeded him in February.

“There will be no postponement in the election,” said Maj. Gen. Mamdouh Shaheen, one of two members of the ruling military council who spoke at a televised news conference on Thursday. “The election will be held on time with all of its three stages on schedule.”

The two generals said the throngs in Tahrir do not represent the whole of Egypt and warned of chaos if the council was to immediately step down, language similar to Mubarak’s scare-mongering while trying to cling to power in the face of the 18-day up-

rising against his rule.

The two generals — Shaheen and Maj. Gen. Mukhtar el-Malla — also said that parliamentary elections would start on time Monday and that a new prime minister to replace Essam Sharaf would be picked before the vote.

News reports that were not yet officially confirmed said Kamal el-Ganzouri, who served as prime minister under Mubarak in the 1990s, has been approached by the military as a possible candidate for prime minister. State television showed footage of el-Ganzouri meeting with Tantawi. If confirmed, el-Ganzouri would replace Essam Sharaf, whose government resigned this week.

Thanksgiving celebrated among friends and strangers NEW YORK (AP) — Spectators cheered and sang at anThanksgiving Day nual parades from New York to Philadelphia to Detroit and friends enjoyed feasts with strangers at Occupy protest gatherings, reminding each other there is much to be grateful for despite the country’s hard economic times.

Delighted crowds gathered Thursday for Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on the streets of Manhattan under brilliant sunshine. Millions more viewed the live broadcast of the annual holiday production on television from the comfort of their homes.

“Here comes Snoopy!” said an excited Regan Lynch, 5, nudging her grandfather, Nick Pagnozzi.

Pagnozzi, 59, of Saddle River, N.J., drove into the city at 6 a.m. to get a seat on the bleachers along Central Park West. He said Regan wanted to make sure he took pictures of every balloon.

With winds gusting to 22 miles per hour and temperatures in the mid-30s, paradegoers in Detroit bundled up.

Before the celebration, 21,000 runners followed the course for the Turkey Trot races. A cluster of Ford Model T cars in the parade testified to the

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NEIL DIAMOND rides a float in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York. city’s status as America’s battered but rebounding auto capital.

“I know that for many of you, this Thanksgiving is more difficult than most,” President Barack Obama said in his weekly radio address.

“But no matter how tough things are right now, we still give thanks for that most American of blessings, the chance to determine our own destiny.”

The president later telephoned 10 U.S. service members stationed abroad to wish them a happy Thanksgiving and praise their military service.

Dishing up Thanksgiving meals, U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords appeared at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base in her hometown of Tucson, Ariz.

She used only her left hand as she served, a sign that physical damage remains from the

injuries she suffered when she was shot in the head Jan. 8 as she met with constituents.

Eighteen others were injured and six people died in the assault.

Giffords donned a ball cap and an apron with her nickname of “Gabby” sewn on the front. Her retired astronaut husband, Mark Kelly, supported her from her left side as she worked the turkey station on the serving line.

Top Marine spends Thanksgiving in Afghanistan COMBAT OUTPOST HANSON, Afghanistan (AP) — A turkey trot it was not.

The U.S. Marines’ top general, James Amos, sprinted up and down the Helmand River Valley in southern Afghanistan on Thursday, visiting frontline Marines at nine remote outposts to share Thanksgiving and applaud their gains against the Taliban in a region

IRAQ “We can’t blame the security forces for this act. They were the people most hurt,” he said by telephone from Basra.

Basra is about 340 miles (550 kilometers) southeast of Baghdad It is considered the center of Iraq’s burgeoning oil sector.

Many foreign oil companies have offices there. The country is relying on foreign companies to bring the money and expertise needed to develop Iraq’s vast oil sector, which has been ravaged by war, sanctions and neglect.

There was no immediate claim of responsibility for the bombings, and it was not clear

where al-Qaida hatched the 9/11 plot a decade ago.

Traveling mostly in an MV22 Osprey, the hybrid that flies like an airplane and takes off and lands like a helicopter, Amos began shortly after daylight and finished 14 hours later — and, improbably, managed to confront just one turkey dinner.

At one point the 65-year-old

From Page 1 whether it was the work of Sunni extremists like alQaida, or by Shiite militias.

Sunni militants often stagger their blasts in order to cause the most carnage, and they often target security officials, whom they see as propping up the Shiite-led government.

The area where the blasts occurred is also a stronghold for Shiite militia members, who have been known to use violence as they jockey for power and control.

——— Associated Press writers Mazin Yahya and Rebecca Santana in Baghdad contributed to this report.

Amos referred to his unusual daytrip as the “Bataan death march,” a reference to the gruesome forced march of American POWs in the Philippines during World War II. Amos shook hands with hundreds of Marines, all veterans of tough fighting in Helmand Province, which has been a focal point of the U.S.-led strategy to counter the Taliban and other insurgent groups.

The Marines have vastly improved security in Helmand over the past year, but with President Barack Obama having ordered 33,000 U.S. troops to withdraw from Afghanistan by next September, the prospects for sustaining those gains are uncertain, and the subject of debate at home.

At each stop Amos struck similar themes in pep talks to his Marines: they are coming close to winning, and when the Marine Corps leaves Afghanistan it will shift its focus to the Pacific, where he said “a whole lot of opportunities” will await a Corps no longer bogged down by land wars in the greater Middle East. He also said Thanksgiving is a time for Marines to re-

flect on “the unique fraternal bond” among men and women at war.

Marine Sgt. Maj. Michael Barrett, the top enlisted Marine, who accompanied Amos, said that for most troops Thanksgiving was just another day at war — until they finished their work.

“Then they’ll have a meal of a lifetime,” he said.

The feast was finally set for Amos when he arrived after dark at Camp Dwyer, the southern-most stop on his trip. He helped heap plates with roast turkey, baked ham and prime rib — with all the traditional fixings — and then sat amongst the troops to finish it off.

Amos said “Happy Thanksgiving” at each Marine outpost, but the troops did not seem in a festive mood — at least in the presence of their commandant.

The business of war does not take a holiday. When he asked the Marines what was on their minds, they asked about the future of the Corps, the latest of Washington’s stalled budget debate, the possibility of seeing some of their retirement benefits go away, and internal Marine issues.

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This Evening • Hope in Recovery, similar to traditional “12Step” programs to confront destructive habits and behaviors, meets at the First Presbyterian Church, 114 E. 4th St., Greenville, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. For more information, call (937) 548-9006.

Saturday Morning • Temperance 73 Masonic Lodge hosts a recycling event at the Sidney Transfer Station from 8 a.m. to noon.

Saturday Evening • The Sidney-Shelby County Chess Club, Checkmates, meets at 7 p.m. at the library at the Dorothy Love Retirement Community. All skill levels are welcome. For more information, call 497-7326.

• The Narcotics Anonymous group, Saturday Night Live, meets at 8 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 120 W. Water St.

Sunday Evening • The Narcotics Anonymous group, Never Alone, Never Again, meets at 6:30 p.m. at First Christian Church, 320 E. Russell Road.

Monday Afternoon • Sidney Rotary Club meets at noon at CJ’s Highmarks. For information, contact Scott Barhorst at 492-0823.

• The New Knoxville Community Library hosts Storytime for children 3, 4 and 5 and not yet in kindergarten from 1 to 1:30 p.m.

Monday Evening • The New Knoxville Community Library hosts Storytime for children 3, 4 and 5 and not yet in kindergarten from 6 to 6:30 p.m.

• The Narcotics Anonymous group, Vision of Hope, group meets at 7 p.m. at Russell Road Christian Center, 340 W. Russell Road.

• Overeaters Anonymous, a 12-step program for anyone desiring to stop eating compulsively, meets at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Baptist Church, 1505 S. Main St., Bellefontaine.

• Sidney Boy Scout Troop 97 meets at 7 p.m. at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ. All new members are welcome. For more information, call Tom Frantz at 492-7075.

• TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) meets at 7 p.m. at Faith Alliance Church, New Knoxville Road, New Bremen.

Tuesday Morning • Wagner Manufacturing and General Houseware Corp. retirees meet at 8:30 a.m. for breakfast at Bob Evans.

• The F.J. Stallo Memorial Library of Minster will host Storytime for children 3, 4 and 5 from 10:30 to 11 a.m.

Tuesday Afternoon • The Narcotics Anonymous group, Addicts at Work, meets at noon at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 120 W. Water St.

Tuesday Evening • Head, Neck and Oral Cancer Support Group for patients and care givers meets at St. Rita’s Regional Cancer Center in the Garden Conference Room from 5 to 6:30 p.m. For information, call (419) 227-3361.

• The Narcotics Anonymous group, Living the Basics, meets at 6:30 p.m. at the Apostolic Temple, 210 Pomroy Ave. • The New Bremen Public Library hosts Storytime for all ages at 6:30 p.m.

• Minster Civic Association meets at 7 p.m. at the Wooden Shoe Inn, Minster.

• The Miami-Shelby Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society meets at 7:30 p.m. at the Greene Street UMC, 415 W. Greene St., Piqua. All men interested in singing are welcome. For information, call (937) 778-1586 or visit www.melodymenchorus.org.

• The Al-Anon Sidney Group, for friends and relatives of alcoholics, meets from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church on the corner of North Street and Miami Avenue. All are welcome.

Wednesday Morning • The Downtown Business Association meets at 8 a.m. at TWT Shirts, 115 E. North St. • The Amos Memorial Public Library offers Mother Goose Time at 9:15 a.m. for babies, 3 months through 23 months, along with a parent or caregiver.

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This is Satbasement that urday afterwe had washed noon. Our day y e s t e r d a y. is going differEverything was ently than exdry so we folded pected. Five of it and put it our children away. I hung a are down with few pieces outthe flu. Daughside yesterday Amish ter Lovina was but it was so cold Cook the first one to and windy it get sick; she Lovina Eicher would have been came home hard to keep all from school yesterday the clothes on the wash not feeling well. This line. I sure do appreciate morning, four more of the lines put in the basethe children woke up ment to dry clothes in with some sort of bug. It the winter months. With seems to be like a stom- the coal-stove being ach flu. I do hope it down there it does not leaves our house soon so take long for clothes to the rest of us won’t catch dry. it. A lot of my day has I am glad we did our been spent taking care of weekly cleaning yesterthe sick. I decided to sit day so that is off the list. down and write my col- Also glad we did the umn in between taking laundry. care of the children.

Daughter Elizabeth None of them seems to baked some “outrageous want to eat but I have chocolate chip cookies” been giving them liquids yesterday. They are delito keep them hydrated. cious but not going as Meanwhile, husband Joe fast as they usually do is out deer hunting with with all the sickness son Benjamin. Well, Ben- around. Hopefully this jamin is really just going flu will be gone by along for the fun of it. Thanksgiving. I bought a Some friends that live 24-pound turkey and we nearby have offered for plan to have Jacob and Joe to hunt their woods. Emma’s here for Joe doesn’t have any Thanksgiving dinner. work next week so he This week will go fast should have time to go with Joe being home and deer hunting then also. only a three-day school Joe and Benjamin left week. early this morning beThe first semester of fore daylight and while school is already over they saw a deer they did- and report cards were n’t get it. Most of the handed out. Verena children said they seems to be doing well weren’t hungry but I still with her school work demade breakfast. I made spite all that has gone on biscuits, sausage gravy with her over the past and fried eggs. Joe and year and a half. Kevin, 6, Benjamin were glad to is always excited to come see the breakfast when home from school to let they came home around me know if he has 9:30. learned something new.

Daughter Loretta One evening when we washed dishes and were eating supper he swept floors for me. So said, “Mom, I know the far she is not on the sick days of the week now.” I list and has done a good was amazed that he job of helping me around knew them. Last night the house. I brought all he came home and said, the laundry up from the “Mom, I can count to 100 by fives” and started counting. He was oh-soproud to come home with a certificate saying

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SOUTHERN BISCUITS 2 cups sifted flour 4 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar 2 tablespoons sugar 1/2 cup shortening 1 egg, beaten 2/3 cup milk Preheat the oven to 450. In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and cream of tartar. Add shortening and blend. Pour the milk into the mixture slowly.

Add egg and stir until well blended. More flour can be added if needed.

Drop by tablespoon onto cookie sheet and bake 12 to 15 minutes at 450.

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Dear Readers: A recent column about u s e s for butt o n s Hints brought a great from r e Heloise sponse!

W h a t Heloise Cruse trends came up? You’ll be surprised how creative some are.

Lots of teachers said buttons make great teaching tools. Adding, subtracting, grouping by colors, sizes, number of holes, etc., all were on the lesson plans. These exercises help students learn thinking skills, the teachers said.

Seniors can benefit from counting and sorting buttons. One reader bought a container of buttons at a yard sale to help his mother, who had had a stroke.

Some other creative ideas from our readers?

• Terri M. says, “A pretty dish full of a variety of buttons looks special in a guest bedroom or bath.”

• Susan says: “When my daughter got married last year, buttons from her grandparents and great-grandparents were incorporated into the flower arrangements, including the bouquets, boutonnieres and corsages.

• Patti says: “When my mom passed away six years ago, she had a large amount of old buttons. I came up with the idea to hot-glue them on the limbs of a Christmas tree.”

Thank you for all the wonderful responses! — Heloise

The Blue Star Military Support Group will meet Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the American Legion on Fourth Avenue to write Christmas cards to military personnel. Attendees should take cards to address.

People who would like a family member or friend to receive a card should email information to shelbycomilsup@yahoo.com.

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he could count to 100 and wanted me to hang it on the refrigerator. He said, “Now I need to learn how to count to one million.”

Lovina, 7, is a good help with Kevin. She is always trying to teach him new things that she is learning in first grade.

Our thoughts and prayers are with our friend, Linda, and family as she struggles with cancer. May God be with them as they go through this trial of life. Linda’s husband and daughter are both teachers at our school and her son has been our children’s bus driver for years. May God bless them and all of you wonderful readers. I will share a new biscuit recipe that I tried this morning. They turned out nice and flaky. I like to try different kinds of biscuits instead of using the same ones all the time.

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Visiting constituents U.S. Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Urbana (right), learns about the boutique of childcare items at Elizabeth’s New Life Center from volunteer Cindy DeLuke, of Sidney, (left), boutique coordinator, and Vivian Koob, of Dayton, the center’s executive director. Jordan was in town Monday to address the Sidney Rotary Club and took a tour of the center after the meeting.

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Fairs plan open house Michael “Mike” and Sharon “Sherry” Fair, of Sidney, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with an open house Dec. 4, 2011, from 2 to 4 p.m. at The Center, 3168 Leatherwood Creek Road, Plattsville.

They request that gifts be omitted.

Mike and the former Sherry Hetzler were married Dec. 2, 1961, at 7:30 p.m. in the United Methodist Church in Pasco.

The maid of honor was Connie (Fair) Spaugy, sister of the bridegroom. The best man was Ira Fair, brother of the bridegroom. The ushers were William Fair, brother of the bridegroom, and Kenneth Bolton, brother-in-law of the bridegroom.

The Fairs are the parents of two sons and daughters-in-law: Scott and Becky Fair, of Sidney, and Chris and Heather Fair, of Cincinnati. They have three three grandchildren, stepgrandchildren, four stepgreat-grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Sherry is the daughter of the late Jim and Mary Sue (Ward) Hetzler. She has a living sister and two brothers-in-law: Linda

COLUMBUS — The Golden Buckeye program launched its page on Facebook this week and is celebrating by featuring a “Golden Buckeye Holiday Shopping Tip of the Day” starting today and running through December. The tips will offer daily advice about comparison shopping and finding discounts, as well as things consumers can do to keep themselves and their money safe, whether they are shopping at the mall, by phone or online.

In addition to holiday shopping tips, subscribers to the Golden Buckeye Program page on Facebook also will receive periodic notifications of new businesses that have joined the program and existing merthat have chants reaffirmed their commitment to Golden Buckeye cardholders through a weekly business spot-

light. Followers of the page also will receive regular updates for cardholders as well as participating businesses and businesses who are considering participation in the program, and information about Ohio Department of Aging services and resources for seniors and businesses.

More than two million Ohioans are eligible for the Golden Buckeye card, honored at 20,000 businesses statewide.

Golden Buckeye cardholders have saved an estimated $2 billion since the program’s launch in 1976.

All Ohioans age 60 or older, as well as adults age 18-59 who have disabilities as defined by Social Security, are eligible for a free Golden Buckeye card. Visit www.GoldenBuckeye.co m to learn more and to find participating businesses.

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JACKSON CENTER — Virginia Wildermuth, of Jackson Center, will celebrate her 90th birthday at an open house hosted by her children at the Jackson Center Family Center, 310 Davis St., Dec. 4, 2011, from 2 to 4 p.m.

Wildermuth has five living children: Pat Kreglow and Gary Wildermuth, of Wapakoneta; Phyllis Elliott, of Columbus; and Karen Fogt and Mike Wildermuth, of Maplewood. She has a deceased son, Wayne.

She has 13 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and five step-grandchildren. that children believe anything is possible. She looks forward to creating memories with her new “little.”

Hayley Raterman enjoys writing poetry, biking, hiking, swimming, reading, and photograThe First Presbytephy. She is a college student in the field of rian Church of Sidney psychology. Raterman will present “A Little looks forward to being a Nostalgia, A Little Tratrusted friend who will dition, A Merry Christbe there to listen to her mas” concert Dec. 3 at 7 p.m. at the church, 202 new “little sister.”

Big Brothers Big Sis- N. Miami Ave. This evening of music ters of Shelby & Darke County is a non-profit will include The Gotham United Way Member City Brass Quintet, a Agency. Lisa Brown is piano, flute and violin executive director. The trio, violinist Barbara program specializes in Buscher, guest organist mentoring children who Sandy Helgeson, and voface adversity with adult calists Avriel Altschul, volunteer Big Brothers Gary Browning, Dan and Sisters. These adults Gutman, Kent Smith provide children with and Bill Zimmerman, Jr. The event is free and positive role modeling, as well as new educa- open to the public.

For information, call tional and social activi492-4597 or email sidties.

To volunteer, call 492- ney1stpres@embarqmail.com.

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Volunteers join Big Brothers Mr. and Mrs. Fair and Jim Conard, of Sidney, and Allen Worthington. Another sister, Janet Worthington, is deceased.

Mike is the son of the Thomas and late LaDonna (Toland) Fair.

He has a living brother and sister-in-law: Roland “Pinky” and Connie Fair, of Newark; two living sisters and brothers-in-law: Carole and Francis Alexander and Connie and Ken Spaugy, all of Sidney; and a sister-in-law, Dolores Fair, of Spencerville. He has two deceased sisters: Betty Freniere and Barbara Fair; three deceased brothers: Gene Fair, William Fair and Ira Fair; a deceased brother-in-law, Bob Freniere; a deceased sisterin-law, Evelyn Fair; and a deceased stepbrother, Louis Fair.

Sherry retired in 2006 from Amos Press, Cars & Parts Magazine division,

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby & Darke County has announced the newest Sidney volunteers in its core mentoring program.

Jackie Dunson is an empty-nester and eager to become a friend who will listen to a child and share life stories. Dunson enjoys reading, walking, boating, and shopping. She likes teaching children, and has taught religious education. Playing cards is another pastime she plans to share with her assigned “little.”

Krista Corbin is an elementary school guidance counselor, where she learned of the opportunity to mentor children. She feels this is a perfect fit for her, because she loves to get to know children one-onone. Corbin enjoys running, playing volleyball, shopping and scrapbooking. She also coaches girls’ track. Corbin likes

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after 22 years.

Mike retired in 1981 from the U.S. Navy after serving 20 years. During that time, Mike and Sherry lived in Virginia, Maryland, Texas, Hawaii, California, West Virginia, Morocco, New Jersey and Washington, D.C. After retiring from the Navy, Mike and Steve Esser started an electrical contracting business, S&M Controls Inc., in 1988. Mike retired from S&M Controls in 2005.

Both Mike and Sherry are graduates of Fairlawn High School. Mike enjoys playing golf with the Golden Boys of Piqua and Sherry likes to read. They both enjoy traveling, spending time Board members must ceptance, at rotating Tri-County Commuwith their family and nity Action Commission of be available to meet the county locations. Call watching their grand- Champaign, Logan and third Thursday of each Beth Lawrence at (866) children play sports.

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The bridegroom wore a chocolate-colored tuxedo with gray striped vest.

Amanda Bookmyer was matron of honor.

Heather Tobias was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Katie Latimore, Pam Wheeler and Tammy Wheeler.

The attendants wore various styles of dresses in burnt orange, some with chocolate-colored sashes. They carried bouquets that matched the bride’s.

The groomsmen wore chocolate-colored tuxedos with burnt orange striped vests and orange gerbera daisy boutonnieres.

Barney Gammon served as best man.

Groomsmen were Luke Shroyer, John Bookmyer and Mark Taylor.

A reception in the Community Building at the Hardin County Fairgrounds followed the ceremony.

The hall was decorated in an autumn theme. Each table was dressed with a pumpkin, a fall wreath and leaves.

A pumpkin carved with the initial, M, graced the head table.

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She earned a Doctor of Pharmacy in 2011 from Ohio Northern University. She is employed by Kmart in Springfield as a pharmacist.

The bridegroom graduated from Kenton High School in 2000 and from Ohio Northern University in 2005 with a Bachelor of Science in technology. He is employed by Sanoh America in Findlay as a quality engineer.

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ADA — Natalie Ann Shroyer, of Botkins, and Russel Wayne Madison, of Kenton, were united in marriage Oct. 15, 2011, at 1:30 p.m. in the Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Ada. The bride is the daughter of Kurt and Julie Shroyer, of Botkins.

Her grandparents are Rosie Tobias and Ralph and Joann Shroyer. The bridegroom is the son of Anthony and Linda Madison, of Kenton. His grandparents are L. Christine Wentz and Charles and Myra Shepherd.

The Rev. David Young performed the ceremony.

Kelly Litzenburg was the vocalist.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a gold, sleek, satin gown with silver beadwork and embroidery and a tank-style neckline. The beadwork was accented with Swarovski crystals, rhinestones and sequins, all in an A-line silhouette. Her ivory, finger-tip-length veil was accented with pearls.

She carried a bouquet comprising an autumncolored gerbera daisy and mini sunflowers.

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Sidney Daily News, Friday, November 25, 2011

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Winter Wonderland Parade

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WALING WITH the Realty 2000 Group float during the recent Winder Wonderland Parade are Isiah Elsass, 7, (left) and Jazzlynn Hall, 10, both of Sidney.

Isiah is the son of Harold and Angela Elsass. Jazzlynn is the daughter of Rosemary hensley and William Hall.

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RUDOLPH THE Red-Nosed Tuba was found marching with the Sidney High School marching band during the Winter Wonderland Parade.

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MEMBERS OF the Sidney-Shelby County YMCA gymnastic team sit next to Christmas trees in the Win- A TOP Dog representative marches in the Winter ter Wonderland Parade.

Wonderland Parade.

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A SHELBY County Relay for Life float goes by followed by a snowman in the Winter Wonderland Parade.

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LOCAL NEWS

Sidney Daily News, Friday, November 25, 2011

I’m scared to graduate DR. WALcome, according LACE: I’m in to Dr. Victoria the 12th grade Azara, a clinical and should psychologist at graduate this Churchill Cencoming June. I ter for Learning like school, but I Disabilities in don’t like the New York, if idea that I won’t first you admit be in high school ’Tween you are scared. any more in She encourages about 5 months. 12 & 20 teens to discuss Dr. Robert I’m not going to the situation Wallace attend college, first with parand I’m scared ents and to folthat I won’t be able to low this with close find a job because of the friends, teachers and economic recession. Any counselors. help you can provide will Even though finding a be appreciated.

— job is difficult, do all you Heather, Pittsburg, can to seek employment Penn. in fields that interest HEATHER: You are you. Place notices on not alone. Some high church bulletin boards school 12th graders are and all other public deliberately failing their places where such noclasses so they won’t be tices are allowed. Conforced to leave the famil- tinue to stay active and iar and comfortable sur- enjoy family and friends. roundings of high school Contact me in a few and venture out into an weeks and tell me the uncertain world. progress you are makThe thoughts of not ing. seeing friends daily, no more football games, no DR. WALLACE: My more after-game dances, best friend and I have no more proms and no been best friends forever. more participating in We are both 14 and reschool drama classes, are ally interested in boys. overpowering thoughts. One problem is that a Some 12th graders are boy in one of our classes taking a more drastic likes me, but I don’t like route by escaping into him. I never did and alcohol and drugs. never will, but my best The fear of leaving friend likes this guy a high school can be over- lot.

BUILDING

Dr. Robert Wallace welcomes questions from readers. Although he is unable to reply to all of them individually, he will answer as many as possible in this column. Email him at rwallace@galesburg.net.

To find out more about Dr. Robert Wallace and read features by other Syndicate Creators writers and cartoonists, visit the Creators Syndicate website at www.creators.com.

PERMITS

The Shelby County Building Department, a division of the SidneyShelby County Health Department, issued the residential following building/electrical permits: Brad and Mindy Seitz, 12730 McCartyville Road, Anna, ac-

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She wants me to go out with him, then while on the date drop the word that she likes him a lot more than I do and encourage him to call her. I’m a good friend to her, but I really don’t want to do this. However, I will if you think I should. — Nameless, Rockford, Ill. NAMELESS: Your girlfriend is making things much too complicated. You don’t have to go out with the boy in order to relay a message to him that he’s pursuing the wrong girl. Just tell him between classes, after school or any time when you find yourself in his company. Once he hears that your friend likes him, his interest in her could be “interesting.”

cessory building, $50,000 (Heitkamp Developers).

Andrew and Lindsey Weaver, 15435 Morris Rose Road, Jackson Censingle-family ter, dwelling (industrialized unit), $120,000 (RE Becker Builders).

Delmas White, 300 Clay St., Lot 30, Jackson

Center, electrical service reconnect, value not given (B.P. Builders).

Raymond Lawson, 10507 Schenk Road, electrical upgrade, $500 (owner).

Mike Gross, 301 W. South St., Anna, electrical upgrade, $1,000 (Steve & Ted’s Services).

HOROSCOPE

BY FRANCIS DRAKE dent-prone day for your children or for children What kind of day will in your care. Be extra tomorrow be? To find vigilant and cautious. out what the stars say, VIRGO read the forecast given (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) for your birth sign.

Something unexFor Saturday, pected at home or in Nov. 26, 2011 your family scene will ARIES occur today. Small appli(March 21 to ances might break April 19) down. Minor breakages Travel plans might be could occur. Family interrupted or changed squabbles might break today. Ditto for plans re- out. Be patient. lated to higher educaLIBRA tion and schooling. Stay (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) light on your feet!

This is an accidentTAURUS prone day for your sign, (April 20 to May 20) so be careful. Be extra Keep an eye on your mindful of everything bank account and on you say and do. Slow anything having to do down and take it easy. with shared property. If you have your wits Something unexpected about you, accidents might happen there don’t need to happen. today. Forewarned is SCORPIO forearmed.

(Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) GEMINI Keep an eye on your (May 21 to June 20) money scene today, bePartners and close cause something unexfriends might surprise pected could happen. you completely by doing You might break someor saying something dif- thing, lose something or ferent today. Just be have it stolen. Caution. ready for this. Don’t On the other hand, you overreact. might actually find CANCER money. Who knows?

(June 21 to July 22) SAGITTARIUS Your work routine (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) will be interrupted by You feel restless computer crashes, today, with good reason. power outages, staff Something unexpected shortages and canceled will cause some detours appointments today. It’s to your day. Try to allow par for the course. extra time for wiggle Equipment breakdowns room throughout your are happening every- day. where.

CAPRICORN LEO (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) (July 23 to Aug. 22) Something behind Be on the lookout, be- the scenes seems to be cause this is an acci- nagging at your mind

today. You have the feeling you forgot something. Perhaps you did.

Tomorrow is a more peaceful day.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Friends will surprise you today. Possibly you will want to quit a group or club you belong to. Don’t act in haste — see how you feel tomorrow.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) Don’t quit your day job. Relations with bosses and authority figures have been very cozy, but suddenly, today, something catches you off guard.

Refrain from making judgments. Wait until tomorrow to see how things unfold.

YOU BORN TODAY You have a wonderful sense of humor and a distinct quality about everything you do. People remember you. Essentially, you’re a philosophical seeker who is surprisingly realistic and grounded.

You’re passionate about whatever you do, and you are particularly passionate about your romantic relationships.

Close friendships are important. In fact, in the year ahead, you will enjoy friends and social situations more than usual.

Birthdate of: Tina Turner, singer; Rich Little, comedian/actor; Robert Goulet, singer/actor.

HONOR

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Sidney Middle School Sidney Middle School has released its honor roll for the first nine weeks of the 2011-2012 school year.

Grade 6 4.0- Allyson Ball, Jennifer Barnes, Jenna Beatty, Isaiah Bowser, Laura Brady, Mya Browing, Morgan Carey, Regan Carey, Heidi Clinard, Jacob Edwards, Lucas Finke, Gage Fridley, Alicia Garrett, MadeHarp, Todd line Hostetler, Tyler Kelch, Erin Luellen, Sean Martin, Gavin Miller, Ryo Nihashi, Olivia Pereira, Lexie Quinlisk, Gabrielle Rice, Jada Rowland, Tyler Sibert, Dylan Smith, Joshua Spaugy, Kylie Stanley, Emily Tolbert, Noah Ulrey, Avery Voress, Madi White, and Lexi Wysong.

3.99 - 3.5- Louis Hauff, Ayaka Justin Machimura, Beard, Jenna Beremand, Josie Broaddrick, AJ Brussell, Zoe Crist, Andrew Grillot, Yuka HisaEmily Jones, nari, Naomi Riegel, Demont Rucker, Ayla Shropshire, John Wimer, Lauren Baker, Hayley Barker, Evan Burden, Ryan Heins, Tabitha Keller, Jared Lindsey, Jill Mann, Collin McClain, Austin Simon, Ally Xavion Spangler, Strunk, Cameron Sutter, Chase VanTilburgh, Emma Richards, Kira Smith, Taylor Clemons, Maria Cox, Raenah Daniel, Madison Frank, Kiaya Haver, Pearl Hinkle, Yuki Hisanari, Jada Lee, Rylan Steenrod, Hayley Allspaw, Judy Beaver, Christian Freisthler, Austin Ham, Travis Oltman, Troy Oltman, Marshall Wilson, Hannah Brown, Claire Busse, and Caroline Gallimore.

3.49 - 3.0- Hujron Alshara, Emma Dahlinghaus, Alyssa Davis, Devon McLane, Nathan Miu, Alyssa Presser, Michaela Raines, Jordon Stanley, Max Hawk, Mairi McCoy, Christopher Weber, Jacob Balta, Casey Bryant, Tabitha Donahue, Holden Hickman, Spencer Karn, Jesse Loza, Brandon Miller, Kaitlyn Scherer, Zachary Slone, Christian Smith, Kelton Stockton, Christian Walker, Makenzie Elliott, Benjamin Henderson, Mackenzie Hickerson, Addison Hudgins, Jhiear Malveaux, Chad Nolen, Brian Weber, Angel Kittle, Damion Phillis, Kierstin Carter, Jessica Case, Andrew Douglas, Taylor Goings, Zackery Hicks, Chandler Jones-Stroud, Joshua Marruffo, Damien Price, Kobey Vondenhuevel, Laura Campbell, Joseph Douglas, Auanna Edens, Ashley Gates, Eryka Pellman, Gabriel Righter, Coltin Rose, Parker Russell, Caleb Straman, Tyler Swiger, Makayla VanHook, Joshua Walker, Ally Werts, Devin Winkleman, Tehya Bockrath, Kathy Imke, Thomas Atwood, Damion Balensiefer, Katlyn Barga, Macy Boeke, Bailey Bowman, Michael Bunker, Jace Chamberlin, Shannan Epley, Michael Ferree, Andrew Fitch, Alix Grieshop, Michael Gusching, Jazmin Hammer, Allison Harris, Dallas Hughes, Kaylee Leach-Murphy, Karlie Lee, Damon Mash, Taylor New, Mason Page, Robbie Rivera, Caitlin Short, Kathryn Smith, and Andrew Snyder.

Grade 7 4.0- Emili Aselage, Clarissa Barker,

Mackenzie BeemerBates, Hannah Deal, Kaden DeMarcus, Alexis Doyle, Carly Drury, Keaton Eilert, Matt Elliott, Jenna FosterWheeler, Kaileigh Freisthler, Paige Graham, Sierra Grieves, Rachel Heckler, Dylan Hensley, Alexis Hobbs, Ian Humphrey, Erin Ivey, Logan Johnson, Alyssa Jones, Riley Kittle, Kylee Kleinhans, Olivia Martin, Anthony Mitchell, Dane Nicholas, Luke Rees, Parker Riley, Kavan Sarver, Kathryn Saunders, Grace Shell, Helena Shoukri, Sarah Smith, Jonathon Turner, Brandon White, Emily Wiesenmayer, and Elliot Wilson.

3.99 - 3.5- Daniel Bleigh, Alan Davidson, Jennifer Ferree, Alex Larger, Kayla Slife, Josh Abbott, Damian Clason, Kirsten Hufford, Harley Rose, Kristen Strunk, Conor Beer, Ian Bowman, Amber Evans, Noah Fidler, Kiersten Malloch, Lexus Massie, Andrew Mitchell, Hayley Powers, Tessa Rose, Naiki Tsukahara, Madison Young, Savannah Kiersten Brabbin, Sprague, Hannah Wiford, Dylan Zerkle, Janae Drees, Acacia Freeman, Kevin Fultz, Camille Odle, Bobby Vernon, Chance Cheek, Kaine Fischer, Jadyn Ford, Olivia Jones, Sarah Strunk, Angelina Carpenter, Kayla Coffey, Mariah McDonald, Jenna Rice, Rose Castle, Shylee Kaczmarek, Grace Martin, Shelby Sayre, Amanda Thomas, and Bethany Yinger.

3.49 - 3.0- Allison Davis, Diana Lightle, Mikayla Sullenberger, Will Burnside, Kiana Calvert, Marcus Chamberlin, Jack Feazel, Hannah Fogt, Allison Ickes, Tinara Johnson-Cox, Austin McLain, Kennadie Steinke, Celena Taborn, Will Wallace, Cameron Fogle, Collin Fridley, Tisha Hundley, Motsinger, Brandi Aubrey Schulze, Hayden Spurgeon, Bailey Wiford, Nicholas Fleming, Tyler Murphy, Justin Cairns, Destiny Clayton, Grady Dawkins, Cole Hofmann, Rinako Ikeya, Alex Saunders, Rayshawn Shaver, Alexis Steele, Devontae Weatherspoon, Abigail Current, Braxtyn Lee, Justin Ritchie, Madi Thompson, Lorah Bontrager, Phillip Bertsch, Travis Douglas, Brianna Gallimore, Melissa

Gilmore, Emily Gunnerman, Brittany Hall, William Henry, Talia Herron, Charles Hicks, Briana Jones, Taylor Kendall, Dillon King, Andrew Lee, Roma reira, Adam Searcy, Abbigale Stevens, Brandy Terry, and Nicole Wiley.

Grade 8 4.0- Shelby Baker, Derek Brady, Cole Cartwright, Samantha Case, Kaitlyn Davis, Danny Dean, Kyla Elswick, Ariona Grisham, Nanami Hirano, Damon Huffman, Aaron Jensen, Devon Legge, Chase Lorenzo, Bobbi Lowe, Stephanie Macke, Ben McClain, Adrianne Miller, Kelton Moore, Jordyn Page, Heidi Parker, Keiyu Sakurai, Asia Sayre, Logan Schultz, and Drew Willman.

3.99 - 3.50- Rebecca Carter, Jayce LeMaster, Zoe Boyer, Reece Dulworth, Kumi Kajii, Ashley Lightle, Quentin McKenzie, Laney Shaw, Nanami Tanaka, Kyle Mann, Madison Nuss, Carole Schutte, Ben Snavley, Dylan Vonderhuevel, Gabriel Orengo, Marie Butts, Austin Epperly, Adrienna Cook, Kendra Dembski, Mikayla Fagan, Nicholas Kindle, Megan McKnight, Joshua Wagner, Ashley Wright, Lizzie Barr, Preston Crall, Ashley Egan, Aaliyah Hackett, Musser, Christopher Sam Niswonger, Michael Orengo, Leah Stone, Lauryn Foster-Wheeler, Hannah Miller, Brandon Ahrens, Brittany Fleming, and Faith Schmidt.

3.49 - 3.0- Karen Cabrera, Damien Duff, Alec Gerstner, Alexis Green, Kassi Haas, Brennan Harvey, Sarah Lewis, Desire Newton, Caitlin Wright, McKal Basil, Bradley Burden, Bryce Cotterman, Mackenzie Jennings, McKenzie Lambdin, Prairie Schmidt, Chrysler Sherman, Connor Armstrong, Cheyenne McGee, Tristen Carlson, Devon Cotterman, Lindsey Kittle, Curtis Koewler, Jonathan Perin, Jessi Salyers, Devin Santos, Logan Shaw, Austin Spradlin, Samanatha Hall, Shaylee Hanayik, Bryce Henry, Emily Reid, Caleb Alexander, Breanna Baldwin, TJ Beard, Jac Beatty, Bryce Dawkins, Tony Donahue, Danielle Farrell, Danielle Nester, Jacinto Rivera, and Shon Wooten.

Director of Materials Management This position is responsible for the direction, supervision, evaluation and management of the Purchasing, Receiving, Linen Distribution and Storeroom/Mailroom.

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor Degree or equivalent experience with a minimum of 3 years of hospital materials management experience. Supervisory experience is required. Must have demonstrated negotiating skills and proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Systems Analyst Works under the direction of the CIO to analyze and develop solutions for business problems and/or opportunities.

This includes designing, building, testing and implementing data-driven applications. In addition, review of existing systems to evaluate effectiveness and develop new or enhanced applications to improve workflow. Provides primary support for the organization’s Meditech HIS System including implementing vendor upgrades, modifying the application according to customer requirements and interfacing the application with other systems in the organization. Works collaboratively with other departments as necessary in problem-solving issues related to information systems, communication, documentation and in the implementation and maintenance of information systems.

Four year degree preferred or a two year degree (with appropriate experience) from a college or technical school in the following disciplines: Information System Management, Business Administration, Office Systems Management. Experience in the area of Application System Support and Implementation is required.

Experience with Meditech preferred.

We offer a competitive salary and benefit package including medical, dental, vision, employer paid long term disability and life insurance, managed time off, education assistance and 401(k).

Apply on-line at: www.wilsonhosptial.com or send resume to Wilson Memorial Hospital, 915 W. Michigan Street, Sidney, OH 45365

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Contact Russia/Houston reporter Terry Pellman with story ideas by phone at (937) 492-0032; email, tpellman@woh.rr.com; or by fax, (937) 498-5991.

FCCLA members visit Atlanta HOUSTON — Members of a Houston High School organization recently completed a memorable trip. Students in the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America chapter traveled to Atlanta, Ga., to attend the 2011 Cluster Meeting. FCCLA members from Fort Loramie, Botkins, Minster and Arcanum joined them on the trek.

Houston High School were representatives Kayla Kemp, Terrie Powell, Adrian Mayse and Dylan Sanchez. Chapter adviser is Diane Kamin. attended Members workshops on such topics as career preparation, college readiness training, developing student leadership and raising the bar for stronger families. The group also had the opportunity to listen to various speakers.

One of the speakers was mountain climber John Beede. He gave an inspirational talk about reaching for one’s goals.

The group had the opportunity to do some

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HOUSTON FCCLA members visit the headquarters of Coca-Cola in Atlanta.

Photo provided They are (l-r) Kayla Kemp, daughter of Shon Kemp and Misty Rigsby; Terrie Powell, daughter of Jack and Jacklin Powell; Dylan Sanchez, son of Angela RUSSIA RUNNERS Club collected gently used or Sanchez; and Adrian Mayse, son of Randall and Ute Mayse. new shoes for Soles4Souls night. Shown are (l-r) Lily Fullenkamp, daughter of Nick and Stephanie sightseeing in Atlanta. seum and collection of present a family movie Fullenkamp; Kenzi Voisard, daughter of Scott and That included visiting Coke memorabilia. night on Dec. 1 for Hous- Jeffie Voisard; Katelyn Monnin, daughter of Brad the global headquarters The students also ton elementary students and Amy Monnin; Hanna Heitkamp, daughter of of CNN. learned that Coke has and their parents. Stu- Thomas and Renea Heitkamp; Kate Sherman, Another tour high- 450 products distributed dents have been issued daughter of Darryl and Heidi Sherman; Kendall light was the visit to the worldwide, with 64 dif- tickets to watch “The Monnin, daughter of Jeremy and Missy Monnin; world headquarters of ferent flavors to accom- Polar Express.”

Becca Seger, daughter of Randy and Shelly Seger; Coca-Cola. The students modate the tastes of The group is also de- and Sophie Francis and Felix Francis, children of learned of how company different cultures. veloping a joint effort Josh and Jana Francis. founder John. S. Pember- Kamin noted that a cou- with the Houston Future ton created the highly ple of the students Farmers of America to successful formula, and tasted all 64 flavors. help some nursing home they had the chance to Kamin said the Hous- residents enjoy the holivisit the company’s mu- ton FCCLA chapter will day season.

Russia runners collect shoes for Houston NHS inducts 15 members those in need

HOUSTON — The David L. Boggs chapter of the Houston High School National Honor Society inducted 15 new members Nov. 17.

The candlelight ceremony featured opening remarks by Principal Ryan Maier, followed NHS President Heather Brubaker leading members as they reviewed the criteria required for membership in National Honor Society.

Members then tapped the unsuspecting inductees, leading the way with candles. New members and parents of new members were also invited to a breakfast reception immediately following the induction ceremony.

New members are juniors Annie Niswonger, daughter of Chris and Laura Niswonger; Bradley Wells, son of Denise Wells; Angela Gilkeson, daughter of Charles and Cheryl Gilkeson; Ashlan Jester, daughter of Russell and Erica Jester; Nicolette Holthaus, daughter of David and Gloria Holthaus; Kortney Phipps, daughter of Gary and Charlotte Phipps; Madison Schaffner, daughter of

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Houston’s new NHS members are (front row, l-r) Annie Niswonger, Jenna Hooks, Kortney Phipps, John Bickel, Kiaya Shellenberg, Raven Bolden and Alyssa Bertsch; and (back row, l-r) Angela Gilkeson, Bradley Wells, Nicolette Holthaus, Ashlan Jester, Drew Roberts, Kristine Everett, Madison Schaffner and Tyler Davis.

Kevin Schaffner and Cheryl Schaffner; Jenna Hooks, daughter of Scott and Tina Hooks; Raven Bolden, granddaughter of Marta Bolden; Drew Roberts, son of Dan and Andrea Roberts; Kiaya Shellenberg, daughter of Fred and Jeanette Shellenberg and Tyler Davis, son of Joe and Lisa Davis. New senior members are Kristine Everett, daughter of Bill and Michelle Everett; John Bickel, son of Rick and Regina Elson; and

Alyssa Bertsch, daughter of Joe Bertsch and Marci Bertsch.

NHS officers are Heather Brubaker, president; Allison Roeth, vice president; Kristi Elliott, secretary; and Bethany Reister, treasurer. Other senior members are Megan Phyillaier, Jill Walker, Alisha Huffman, Brandon Ike and Adam Mullen. The adviser for Houston National Honor

Society is Jennifer Paulus.

The National Honor Society ranks as one of the oldest and most prestigious national organizations for high school students. Thousands of dollars in scholarships have been awarded nationwide to senior members since 1945 by the sponsoring organization, the National Association of Secondary School Principals.

pleted with the exception of the dedication plaque and minor warranty work. Surplus materials due to construction were sold or auctioned to the community.

A motion was approved to employ Christy Millhouse, Amber Johnson, Brian Rethman, Valerie Naas, and Cynthia Nelson as substitute teachers at a rate of $80 per day for the 2011-12 school year.

A motion was approved

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each week during the season. The group has done a food drive in the past.

Fiessinger decided that it was only fitting that one week should be devoted to the shoe collection. Donated shoes were collected in all sizes, not just those of the children. The event took place six weeks in the fall on Wednesday evenings.

The shoe collection and other themed activities is just one way in which the Runners Club promotes health and fitness. The club was formed some years ago, and now holds it sessions at the new track at the Community Park.

Aside from the health factor for the runners, the kids often keep up with the sport and go on to the Russia School’s successful running athletic teams.

Running has become an important activity in the village. Donations and volunteer work created the running track at which the club conducts its activities.

Russia school board approves personnel RUSSIA — The Russia Local School Board of Education addressed personnel issues, among its regular business in its recent meeting.

Superintendent Steven Rose updated the board on the possible implementation of Advanced Placement classes and Dual Enrollment classes. He also updated the board on the Ohio Schools Facility Commission construction project.

Almost all work is com-

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RUSSIA — The Runners Club of Russia took on a special project this summer — one quite fitting for the group. The 130 runners in grades kindergarten through six were asked to bring shoes to be donated to those in need. Runners Club coordinator Stacey Fiessinger found that an organization was collecting shoes for those in need of footwear in the wake of natural disasters or in a poor nation, such as Haiti. The effort is called Soles 4 Souls. The shoes are taken to a shoe store in Miamisburg called Runners Plus that collects the shoes for later distribution.

Memos were sent out with the children asking that gently used or new shoes of any type be donated. Fiessinger says that there was a good response for the first collection. She said she expects if a similar collection is held next year, the response will be even greater.

Fiessinger explained that the running organization has a theme for

to hire Lori Grogrean for four additional extended days at the per diem rate as classified librarian for the school year.

A motion was approved to hire Tim York as the freshman girls basketball coach at a rate of $1,535 for the school year.

A motion was approved to enter a snow removal agreement with Paulus Excavating Ltd. for the school year as needed.

The board set the annual Organizational Meeting for Jan. 11 starting at 7 p.m. in the conference room. The board’s regularly scheduled meeting will immediately follow.

The board reviewed recommended NEOLA policies to be approved at the December board meeting.

The board entered executive session to discuss personnel employment.

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100 Years November 25, 1911 City council at its regular session last evening approved under suspension of the Tuesday Wednesday LOCAL OUTLOOK Today Tonight Saturday Sunday Monday rules, an ordinance granting a franchise to the Standard Power and Equipment Co., for the furnishing of light, Mostly Clear with Partly Partly Showers, Cloudy Partly heat and power in the cloudy southwest cloudy cloudy chance of with 30% cloudy city. In answering oppowith 30% winds 15 with south with 40% rain is chance of High: 38° sition to the proposal chance of to 20 mph winds 10 chance of 80% showers Low: 25° voiced by some memshowers High: 60° to 15 mph showers High: 45° High: 45° bers of council and repHigh: 42° Low: 45° High: 62° Low: 35° Low: 32° Low: 28° of the Low: 42° A delightful day on the resentatives way for Black Friday! Sun- Sidney Electric Light Co., an official of the shine and 60.

C a n ’ t company said it was beat that! their intention to furThe next nish current for light r a i n only where current was Sunrise/sunset chance furnished for power Tonight’s sunset........................ 5:13 p.m.

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Temperatures and precipitation for Wednesday, Thursday Friday, Saturday, Sunday and At a meeting of the Monday will appear in the Nov. 30 edition of The Sidney Daily News. For regularly upof the officials dated weather information, see The Sidney Daily News Web site on the Internet, www.sidMethodist Episcopal neydailynews.com.

Church last night a building committee was appointed to plan for National forecast City/Region Forecast highs for Friday, Nov. 25 the construction of a Sunny Pt. Cloudy Cloudy High | Low temps Forecast for Friday, Nov. 25 new church building.

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High platelet count doesn’t always need treatment DR. DEAR platelets is called DONOHUE: thrombocytosis.

Would you please Thrombocytoprovide informasis is found in tion on a high many conditions platelet count? I such as polyam 84 and need cythemia, iron deto know if this is ficiency anemia, serious. — C.P. lupus and some A N S W E R : To your cancers, such as Platelets, also leukemia and good called thrombolymphomas.These cytes, are small health names may be forblood cells that Dr. Paul G. eign to your ears, initiate clot forbut your doctor Donohue mation. They plug knows about them broken or cut blood ves- and knows what to look sels. Without platelets, we for in considering them. would bleed to death. An Ask the doctor if he or excess number of she is of the opinion that

you have essential thrombocytosis, a high platelet count without a discoverable cause. If that is the case, then experts in this field tell us to focus on the patient and not the platelet count. An elevated platelet count in a person who has no symptoms and is not at high risk of heart problems doesn’t require immediate therapy. Such a person can be followed.

Symptoms to be aware of are headaches, chest pain, blood clots and bleeding.

Should any suggestion

of trouble arise, the doctor can begin treatment that lowers the count.

DEAR DR. DONOHUE: When doctors speak of electrolytes, what are they talking about? — C.C. ANSWER: They’re talking about sodium, potassium chloride and bicarbonate, all chemicals that carry an electric charge. The positively charged sodium and potassium cancel out the negatively charged chloride and bicarbonate to keep the body electrically neutral.

75 Years November 25, 1936 The Sidney Boys’ Club is three years old, having been started on November 28, 1933, and a review of the activities during that time was given by Victor Taylor, director, at the regular meeting of the Boys’ Club board of di-

on her but couldn’t reach her by phone.

Because I live 150 miles away, I asked my uncle to check on her.

He went to her house several times and rang her bell, but got no answer at the door. I called other family members and friends, fearful that she had fallen — or worse.

Finally, that night at 10 p.m. I called the local police department.

When the officers knocked on the door, Mom finally answered and told them that where she was or what she was doing was no one else’s business! She later told my uncle the same thing.

This is a cautionary tale to the elderly or infirm who tell us to leave them alone. WE WILL DO SO. But do not complain when you don’t hear from us, because you can’t have it both ways. — FED UP IN TEXAS DEAR FED UP: OK,

you have now vented.

Your mother is a difficult woman and you have my sympathy. And now that the dear lady has made clear how she feels, follow your mother’s wishes with a clear conscience.

P.S. If you know any of her neighbors, consider asking them to let you know if her newspapers start piling up.DEAR ABBY: My dear friend “Katie” doesn’t share the same religious or political beliefs I do. She enjoys discussing these topics and assumes that everyone agrees with her. If someone tries to disagree, she becomes highly offended and angry.

Whenever she brings these issues up, I just stop talking. I have found that no matter how much one argues with someone over controversial issues, no one changes their opinions and only hurt feelings remain. How would you

50 Years November 25, 1961 Fire this morning completely destroyed the farm home of Mr. and Mrs. Cory D. Herring on the Tawawa Maplewood Road in eastern Shelby County.

Discovered shortly before 11 o’clock, the blaze had gained considerable headway and efforts of Sidney and Maplewood firemen who responded to the call were concentrated on saving nearby buildings. The fire apparently started on the roof and spread down through the two story frame structure.

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Man’s denial of paternity leaves wife dumfounded D E A R Let the doctor ABBY: I have offer to refer him recently found to a urologist out that I’m who can test his pregnant.

My sperm count, problem is my which may be husband doesn’t low. believe the baby It would exis his. He says plain why he he and his ex and his ex were Dear tried for 13 unable to conAbby years to have a ceive.

Abigail baby and couldThe problem Van Buren could also have n’t.

I don’t know been hers. what to say to him. I can’t explain his past DEAR ABBY: My with that other woman. 78-year-old mother My doctor has ordered opens her mouth for rest and no stress, but only three reasons — to this is taking a toll on tell me what to do, comme. When the subject plain about other people comes up, I just walk and to remind me that away and my husband when my older sister explodes. died, it left a void in her What do I do? — EX- life no one can fill, inPECTING IN GUAM cluding me and my DEAR EXPECT- other sister.

ING: Your husband is Several months ago, I “exploding” because you visited Mom and she are walking away and wasn’t feeling well. She won’t discuss this with has a heart condition him. Tell him that you and osteoporosis, which are scheduling an ap- makes her unsteady on pointment for BOTH of her feet. A few weeks you with your OB/GYN. later, I called to check

rectors last evening in the club headquarters.

Starting from a small group, the club has expanded and grown and is doing a real bit of community work for the boys of the city.

——— Robert F. Kaser, of Shelby County a third termer in the Ohio legislature, was seen as a possible dark horse in the race for speaker.

When the Democratic member’s caucus meets next week, the principal fight is expected to be between rural and urban Ohio, with Al Kalb, of Ottawa, representing the former and Frank Uible, of Cleveland, the latter, in the race for the speakership.

go about tactfully changing the subject?

— DIFFERING FRIEND IN LARAMIE, WYO. DEAR DIFFERING FRIEND: I wouldn’t do it once someone has started proselytizing.

I’d do it BEFORE. At a time when you and your friend are involved in some mutually enjoyable activity, mention that certain topics, such as politics and religion, make you uncomfortable and that you’d appreciate it if they weren’t brought up with you. And if she “forgets,” smile sweetly and say, “Who do you think will be playing in the Super Bowl?”

Dear Abby is written

by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips. Write Dear Abby at www.DearAbby.com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069.

ODDS & ENDS SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — A California university professor can no longer demand snacks from students taking his psychology classes.

Sacramento State professor George Parrott has demanded snacks from his students for 39 years. Students were told of the snack demand on the first day of class. But two weeks ago he walked out of his Psychology 101 lab class because there were no snacks.

University spokeswoman Kimberly Nava says members of the psychology department at California State University, Sacramento decided Parrott’s decision to walk out of class was unacceptable and the dean told him to stop.

The Sacramento Bee reports Parrott's requirement was his way of encouraging students to work collectively, among other things.

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Meyer story upstages ‘The Game’

BY JIM NAVEAU jnaveau@limanews.com COLUMBUS – It might be the biggest rivalry in college football, but it has become only the second-biggest story in Ohio State football this week.

The Ohio State-Michigan game on Saturday at Meyer Michigan Stadium is expected to be competitive for the first time in four years and a win by OSU could be a high point in a tumultuous season for the Buckeyes. But all that has been overshadowed by numerous reports that Urban Meyer could be on his way to becoming Ohio State’s coach, maybe as soon as next week.

Meyer, 47, led Florida to two national championships before resigning after the

2010 season. He has worked those athletes seemed to inas a college football analyst dicate they knew before this week that Fickell’s days as for ESPN this season. head coach could be numEvery discussion Meyer’s name has come up bered.

“Who knows what's going in almost every discussion of who might be the long-term to happen a week from now or replacement for Jim Tressel whatever, but I think it would ever since Ohio State forced be great to send him out with Tressel to resign in May. Talk a win and then whatever hapof his imminent arrival inten- pens, happens,” senior center sified on Wednesday when The Mike Brewster said. “But Columbus Dispatch quoted there wouldn't be a better way anonymous sources who said to end it than with a win over Meyer would become OSU’s Michigan.” coach.

What stand out This all gets a little messy Asked what stands out because Ohio State already about Fickell, he said, “There's has a coach, at least for now, a lot of things. The main thing in Luke Fickell, who took over is how strong he's stayed. He after Tressel left. was put in one hell of a situaCould this have an effect, tion, a very unique situation, either positively or negatively, and the way he's handled on Ohio State in Saturday’s himself and the way he's kept game? this team together throughout Ohio State’s players have it all has been the most imnot been allowed to talk with pressive thing. the media since Monday, but “It could have been very at that time several athletes easy for the team to fall apart offered strong support for or point fingers and that their coach. Also, one of never happened, and that's

because of him.”

Fickell said on Wednesday that he “lives in a bubble” where he is not distracted by many things outside the football program, but acknowledged his players probably don’t.

“I wish they could live in the bubble I do but that’s just not the case,” he said.

Senior linebacker Andrew Sweat says most players are able to ignore coaching rumors.

“You just focus on the game at hand, football. Obviously, there are distractions. But you focus on what you love and why you came here and why you get up every day and go into the (Woody Hayes) facility. It’s because we love the game of football,” he said.

Endorsement Sweat offered a strong endorsement of Fickell, saying he was “the most unbelievable coach I ever played for.”

“Not only has he made me a better football player but

he’s made me a better person and all-around individual. He demands excellence out of you every day, both on the field and off the field. I think Coach Fickell is the greatest coach I’ve ever had.”

Senior defensive back Tyler Moeller said, “You fight for this team, you fight for the program, you fight for the university, but the person I’m fighting for is Coach Fickell. I think he has done a great job this year with the circumstances. He’s a great coach and I have his back, no matter what.”

It’s uncertain what mixing those kinds of feelings about their coach with rumors about this being his last game in charge will do to Ohio State’s players in Saturday’s game.

Some people have compared it to 1987 when Ohio State went to Michigan with Earle Bruce as a lame duck coach in his last game and won 23-20 as an underdog.

Girls basketball begins tonight 11 county/area teams in action

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DETROIT LIONS quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) is brought down by Green Bay Packers inside linebacker Desmond Bishop, right, during the first quarter of an NFL football game on Thursday in Detroit.

Packers win, go 11-0 DETROIT (AP) — Aaron Rodgers took every hit the Detroit Lions could dish out.

He just kept throwing — and winning.

Rodgers threw two touchdown passes and the Green Bay Packers built a big lead in the third quarter thanks in part to Ndamukong Suh’s ejection during a 27-15 victory in Detroit on Thursday.

Detroit’s best chance to beat the Packers was to knock Rodgers out of the game, just as it did last year in a victory that started a nine-game winning streak.

The Lions gave that tactic a shot, hitting him even if he had already gotten rid of the ball. Kyle Vanden Bosch was flagged for one of those late hits and could’ve drawn another penalty for trying to rough up the star quarterback even more on the same drive.

Rodgers refused to be rattled, kept his cool and won — again.

“We try to rise above things like that,” Rodgers said. “We knew in a rivalry game, there are going to be a hard of hard hits, but we kept things between the whistles.”

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The defending champion Packers are 11-0 for the first time in franchise history and have won a team-record 17 straight, including the playoffs.

“I don’t feel any pressure, this is a good place to be,” coach Mike McCarthy said.

“Who doesn’t want to be 110?”

Green Bay easily passed what was expected to be one of its toughest tests toward joining the 2007 New England Patriots as the NFL’s only teams to have 16-0 regular seasons.

“We’re a long way from there,” Rodgers said. “This is a big step toward our first goal, which is winning the division.

If we are undefeated after 14 or 15 games, we’ll talk about 16.”

While the Packers are working on a perfect season, Detroit (7-4) has to figure out a way to avoid the physical and mental mistakes that have put the team on the playoff bubble after a 5-0 start.

The Lions have lost a franchise-record eight consecutive Thanksgiving games and added to their misery in ugly fashion.

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“It really does ruin the holiday,” center Dominic Raiola said. “You put so much into this and to go out there and lay an egg like that, it’s disappointing. My day’s ruined.”

Suh’s day might lead to another fine — and possibly a suspension.

He was tossed for stomping on Evan Dietrich-Smith’s right arm in the third quarter.

Suh insisted he didn’t intentionally step on the opposing lineman with his right foot, saying he was just trying to separate himself from the situation.

“I apologize to my teammates and my fans and my coaches for putting myself in a position to be misinterpreted and taken out of the game,” Suh said.

Dietrich-Smith wouldn’t say it was a dirty play.

“Stuff happens,” he said.

Green Bay defensive end Ryan Pickett was more outspoken.

“There’s no place for that,” Pickett said.

The Packers took advantage of Suh’s misstep just as they did on Matthew Stafford’s three interceptions.

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High school sports moves indoors starting tonight with the beginning of the girls basketball season.

There are 11 county/area girls teams in action tonight in seven games, and there are eight more games on tap for Saturday night.

County girls action then begins on Tuesday with three games.

Tonight, headlining the acis the Anna-New tion Knoxville game to lead off the annual New Bremen Tip-Off Tournament at 6 p.m.

Anna is the defending Division III state champion and has two key starters returning off that 27-1 team. New Knoxville, meanwhile, has nearly all the players returning from a team that finished 17-6 last season, so it makes for a good early-season matchup.

In the second game of the tournament, host New Bremen takes on Van Buren.

The consolation and championship games will take place Saturday night beginning at 6.

Also in action tonight, Sidney and its new head coach Megan Mummey faces a difficult season opener with the Russia Lady Raiders coming to town for a 6 p.m. tip-off (JV).

Lehman also has a new coach in Gene Goodwin, and he will unveil his team tonight in action at Riverside.

Marion Local is at Fort Loramie in another good opening-night matchup that was originally scheduled for Saturday. It was moved up because of Marion Local’s Saturday football playoff game.

Houston hosts Covington tonight, and Versailles plays in the Celina Tip-Off Tournament tonight and Saturday.

On Saturday, there are more interesting matchups, led by the new coaches at Sidney and Lehman taking their teams against each other in action at Lehman.

With the boys opening still a week away, the girls games Saturday are generally night

games, and that includes the battle between the two local teams. The JV game will tip off at 6 p.m.

Also in action Saturday for the first time will be Jackson Center, with new coach Makaine Huffer. The Lady Tigers face a challenging opener, playing at Minster.

Russia returns to the floor Saturday at Mississinawa, and Riverside plays its second home game in as many nights, hosting Northwestern.

Fairlawn also sees its first action of the season, playing at Covington.

On Tuesday, the race for the County championship gets under way with three games on tap.

Russia makes the short trip to Houston, Botkins visits Fairlawn, and Jackson Center travels to Fort Loramie.

Defending league champion Anna has the first-round bye in league play.

Sidney, meanwhile, will open Greater Western Ohio Conference play with a crossover game at home against Northmont.

The high school boys basketball season will begin a week from tonight, while the remaining winter sports, including wrestling, bowling and swimming/diving, all begin early in December.

High school sports This week FRIDAY Girls basketball Russia at Sidney Lehman at Riverside Versailles at Celina Tip-Off Covington at Houston Marion Local at Fort Loramie New Bremen Tip-Off 6:30 — Anna vs. New Knoxville 2nd game — New Bremen vs.

Van Buren —— SATURDAY Girls basketball Sidney at Lehman Russia at Mississinawa Northwestern at Riverside Jackson Center at Minster Versailles at Celina Tip-Off Fairlawn at Covington New Bremen Tip-Off 6:30 — Consolation 2nd game — Championship —— TUESDAY Girls basketball Russia at Houston Botkins at Fairlawn Jackson Center at Fort Loramie

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SCOREBOARD FOOTBALL High school playoffs PREP FOOTBALL By the Associated Press State semifinal pairings DIVISION I Saturday, 7 p.m.

Toledo Whitmer (13-0) vs.

Cleveland St. Ignatius (11-2) at Mansfield Arlin Field Pickerington Central (10-2) vs.

Cincinnati St. Xavier (10-3) at Dayton Welcome Stadium State Championship Game: Saturday, Dec. 3 at Canton Fawcett Stadium, 7 p.m.

DIVISION II Friday, 7:30 p.m.

Aurora (12-1) vs. Avon (12-1) at Parma Byers Field Columbus Marion-Franklin (13-0) vs. Trotwood-Madison (13-0) at Clayton Northmont Good Samaritan Stadium State Championship Game: Friday, Dec. 2 at Massillon Paul Brown Tiger Stadium, 7 p.m.

DIVISION III Friday, 7:30 p.m.

Chagrin Falls (13-0) vs.

Youngstown Cardinal Mooney (9-3) at Uniontown Lake Alumni Field Elida (10-3) vs. Springfield Shawnee (13-0) at Piqua Alexander Stadium State Championship Game: Friday, Dec. 2 at Canton Fawcett Stadium, 3 p.m.

DIVISION IV Saturday, 7 p.m.

Creston Norwayne (12-1) vs.

Johnstown-Monroe (13-0) at New Philadelphia Woody Hayes Quaker Stadium Kenton (13-0) vs. Clarksville Clinton-Massie (11-2) at Piqua Alexander Stadium State Championship Game: Saturday, Dec. 3 at Massillon Paul Brown Tiger Stadium, 3 p.m.

DIVISION V Friday, 7:30 p.m.

Kirtland (13-0) vs. Bucyrus Wynford (13-0) at Canton Central Catholic Klinefelter Field Coldwater (10-3) vs. Hicksville (11-2) at Lima Stadium State Championship Game: Friday, Dec. 2 at Massillon Paul Brown Tiger Stadium, 11 a.m.

DIVISION VI Saturday, 7 p.m.

Berlin Center Western Reserve (13-0) vs. New Washington Buckeye Central (11-2) at Massillon Paul Brown Tiger Stadium Delphos St. John’s (10-3) vs.

Maria Stein Marion Local (11-2) at Wapakoneta Harmon Field State Championship Game: Saturday, Dec. 3 at Canton Fawcett Stadium, 11 a.m.

FCS playoffs NCAA Football Championship Subdivision Playoff Glance The Associated Press First Round Saturday, Nov. 26 James Madison (7-4) at Eastern Kentucky (7-4), Noon Norfolk State (9-2) at Old Dominion (9-2), 1:30 p.m.

Albany (N.Y.) (8-3) at Stony Brook (8-3), 2 p.m.

Central Arkansas (8-3) at Tennessee Tech (7-3), 3 p.m.

Second Round Saturday, Dec. 3 Albany (N.Y.)-Stony Brook winner at Sam Houston State (11-0), TBA New Hampshire (8-3) at Montana State (9-2), TBA Wofford (8-3) at Northern Iowa (9-2), TBA Central Arkansas-Tennessee Tech winner at Montana (9-2), TBA Norfolk State-Old Dominion winner at Georgia Southern (9-2), 1 p.m.

Maine (8-3) at Appalachian State (8-3), TBA Lehigh (10-1) at Towson (9-2), TBA James Madison-Eastern Kentucky winner at North Dakota State (10-1), TBA Quarterfinals Friday, Dec. 9 or Saturday, Dec. 10 Albany (N.Y.)-Stony Brook-Sam Houston State winner vs. New Hampshire-Montana State winner, 2:30 or 8 p.m.

Wofford-Northern Iowa winner vs. Central Arkansas-Tennessee Tech-Montana winner, 2:30 or 8 p.m.

Norfolk State-Old DominionGeorgia Southern winner vs.

Maine-Appalachian State winner, 2:30 or 8 p.m.

Lehigh-Towson winner vs.

James Madison-Eastern KentuckyNorth Dakota State winner, 2:30 or 8 p.m.

burn-Pittsburg State winner California (Pa.)-Winston-Salem winner vs. Kutztown-New Haven winner Minnesota-Duluth-Colorado State-Pueblo winner vs. Wayne State (Mich.)-Nebraska-Kearney winner

D-III playoffs NCAA Division III Football Playoff Glance The Associated Press All Times EST First Round Saturday, Nov. 19 Franklin 24, Thomas More 21 Kean 34, Christopher Newport 10 Salisbury 62, Western New England 24 St. John Fisher 23, Johns Hopkins 12 Delaware Valley 62, Norwich 10 Wesley 35, Hobart 28 Wabash 38, Illinois College 20 Centre 51, Hampden-Sydney 41 Mount Union 47, Benedictine (Ill.) 7 Wis.-Whitewater 59, Albion 0 St. Thomas (Minn.) 48, St. Scholastica 2 Monmouth (Ill.) 33, IllinoisWesleyan 27 Mary Hardin-Baylor 34, Redlands 13 McMurry 25, Trinity (Texas) 16 Central (Ill.) 59, North Dubuque 13 Linfield 30, Cal Lutheran 27 Second Round Saturday, Nov. 26 Sites TBD Kean (10-1) vs. Salisbury (10-1), Noon St. John Fisher (9-2) vs.

Delaware Valley (11-0), Noon Centre (9-1) vs. Mount Union (11-0), Noon Wabash (11-0) vs. North Central (Ill.) (10-1), Noon St. Thomas (Minn.) (11-0) vs.

Monmouth (Ill.) (10-1), 1 p.m.

Mary Hardin-Baylor (11-0) vs.

McMurry (8-2), 1 p.m.

Wis.-Whitewater (11-0) vs.

Franklin (10-1), 1 p.m.

Linfield (10-0) vs. Wesley (10-1), 3 p.m.

Quarterfinals Saturday, Dec. 3 Wis.-Whitewater-Franklin winner vs. Kean-Salisbury winner St. Thomas (Minn.)-Monmouth (Ill.) winner vs. St. John FisherDelaware Valley winner Mary Hardin-Baylor-McMurry winner vs. Linfield-Wesley winner Wabash-North Central (Ill.) winner vs. Centre-Mount Union winner

NAIA playoffs NAIA Football Playoff Glance The Associated Press All Times EST First Round Saturday, Nov. 19 Marian (Ind.) 31, Grand View (Iowa) 0 St. Francis (Ind.) 28, Missouri Valley 14 Georgetown (Ky.) 21, Benedictine (Kan.) 7 MidAmerica Nazarene (Kan.) 40, Southern Nazarene (Okla.) 28 St. Xavier (Ill.) 51, Bethel (Tenn.) 13 St. Francis (Ill.) 21, Morningside (Iowa) 17 Carroll (Mont.) 47, Valley City State (N.D.) 0 Azusa Pacific 49, Ottawa (Kan.) 26 Quarterfinals Saturday, Nov. 26 St. Francis (Ill.) (10-2) at Marian (Ind.) (11-0), 1 p.m.

St. Francis (Ind.) (9-2) at Georgetown (Ky.) (11-0), 1:30 p.m.

St. Xavier (Ill.) (10-1) at MidAmerica Nazarene (Kan.) (10-1), 2 p.m.

Azusa Pacific (Calif.) (9-2) at Carroll (Mont.) (11-1), 2:07 p.m.

NFL standings

Thursday, Dec. 1 Philadelphia at Seattle, 8:20 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 4 Kansas City at Chicago, 1 p.m.

Atlanta at Houston, 1 p.m.

Denver at Minnesota, 1 p.m.

Carolina at Tampa Bay, 1 p.m.

Cincinnati at Pittsburgh, 1 p.m.

N.Y. Jets at Washington, 1 p.m.

Oakland at Miami, 1 p.m.

Tennessee at Buffalo, 1 p.m.

Indianapolis at New England, 1 p.m.

Baltimore at Cleveland, 4:05 p.m.

St. Louis at San Francisco, 4:15 p.m.

Dallas at Arizona, 4:15 p.m.

Green Bay at N.Y. Giants, 4:15 p.m.

Detroit at New Orleans, 8:20 p.m.

Monday, Dec. 5 San Diego at Jacksonville, 8:30 p.m.

HOCKEY NHL standings National Hockey League The Associated Press All Times EST EASTERN CONFERENCE GP W L OTPtsGFGA

Pittsburgh. . . 22 12 6 4 28 67 53 Philadelphia . 21 12 6 3 27 77 65 N.Y. Rangers . 18 10 5 3 23 48 40 New Jersey . . 20 11 8 1 23 54 55 N.Y. Islanders 19 5 10 4 14 38 65 Northeast Division Boston . . . . . . 20 13 7 0 26 69 42 Toronto . . . . . 22 12 8 2 26 70 70 Buffalo. . . . . . 21 12 8 1 25 61 55 Montreal . . . . 22 10 9 3 23 57 53 Ottawa . . . . . 21 10 9 2 22 62 70 Southeast Division Florida. . . . . . 21 12 6 3 27 62 52 Washington . . 20 12 7 1 25 66 62 Tampa Bay . . 20 9 9 2 20 55 67 Winnipeg. . . . 21 8 9 4 20 61 69 Carolina . . . . 23 8 11 4 20 56 76 WESTERN CONFERENCE Central Division Chicago . . . . . 22 12 7 3 27 71 68 Detroit. . . . . . 20 12 7 1 25 58 46 St. Louis . . . . 21 11 8 2 24 53 48 Nashville. . . . 21 10 7 4 24 57 57 Columbus . . . 21 5 13 3 13 48 72 Northwest Division Minnesota . . . 21 13 5 3 29 50 42 Edmonton . . . 21 11 8 2 24 57 51 Vancouver . . . 21 11 9 1 23 61 57 Colorado . . . . 22 9 12 1 19 56 68 Calgary . . . . . 20 8 11 1 17 45 56 Pacific Division San Jose . . . . 19 13 5 1 27 58 43 Dallas . . . . . . 21 13 8 0 26 56 57 Los Angeles . . 22 11 7 4 26 54 53 Phoenix . . . . . 20 11 6 3 25 58 51 Anaheim . . . . 21 6 11 4 16 43 65 NOTE: Two points for a win, one point for overtime loss.

Tuesday's Games Toronto 7, Tampa Bay 1 Los Angeles 3, St. Louis 2 Edmonton 6, Nashville 2 Wednesday's Games Boston 4, Buffalo 3, SO New Jersey 2, Columbus 1, SO Montreal 4, Carolina 3, SO Philadelphia 4, N.Y. Islanders 3, OT St. Louis 3, Pittsburgh 2, OT Washington 4, Winnipeg 3, OT Detroit 5, Calgary 3 Florida 2, N.Y. Rangers 1 Minnesota 3, Nashville 2 Dallas 3, Los Angeles 2, OT Phoenix 4, Anaheim 2 Vancouver 3, Colorado 0 San Jose 1, Chicago 0 Thursday's Games No games scheduled Friday's Games Detroit at Boston, 1 p.m.

New Jersey at N.Y. Islanders, 3 p.m.

Montreal at Philadelphia, 3 p.m.

Edmonton at Minnesota, 4 p.m.

N.Y. Rangers at Washington, 4 p.m.

Chicago at Anaheim, 4 p.m.

Ottawa at Pittsburgh, 7 p.m.

Winnipeg at Carolina, 7 p.m.

Buffalo at Columbus, 7 p.m.

Tampa Bay at Florida, 7:30 p.m.

Calgary at St. Louis, 8 p.m.

Toronto at Dallas, 8:30 p.m.

Vancouver at Phoenix, 9 p.m.

Browns face tough stretch in schedule BEREA, Ohio (AP) — The Browns have been trapped in the AFC North’s basement for years. This week, they can begin climbing the steps.

There’s nowhere to go but up.

On Sunday in Cincinnati, the Browns will begin a brutal stretch of games that will determine where they stand in their tough-from-topto-bottom division. Over the next six weeks, Cleveland will play the Bengals once and Baltimore and Pittsburgh twice each. The only break in the December death march comes in a Dec. 18 trip to Arizona, which will be sandwiched around visits to the Ravens and Steelers.

“We’re going to find out how good we are,” said first-year coach Pat Shurmur.

Or aren’t.

The Browns, who lost their season opener 2717 to the Bengals, have had a rough time inside the North, where the Ravens and Steelers have bullied them. Even their neighbors in southern Ohio have gotten in their shots. In the past three seasons, the Browns are 3-15 in the division and just 14-41 since 2002.

Shurmur has been preaching the one-gameat-a-time mantra that appears on Page One of every coaching manual.

But don’t be fooled, he’s taken a peek at what’s ahead and believes the Browns are ready to face the meatiest part of their schedule.

“I’m looking forward to the challenge,” he said. “When the schedule comes out, people outside the building probably say, ‘Boy this is a tough stretch.’ That’s just the way it is and then you go and play them out. If you’re in the profession long enough, you coach enough years, it all balances itself out.”

In the next six weeks, the Browns will see how far they’ve progressed ‚Äî and how far they have to go. It should be a good barometer of their development.

“They’re all going to be great battles,” said Pro Bowl tackle Joe Thomas. “We feel the AFC North is one of the tougher divisions, and obviously Baltimore, Pittsburgh and Cincinnati are some of the better teams in the AFC, if not the NFL. So they’re going to be a great test for us.”

Now in his fifth season, Thomas said his body feels a little worse after a division matchup.

“A lot of times it comes down to who can control the line of scrimmage,” he said. “When you win those battles, even if you win ‘em, it’s a physical battle and you’re going to walk away with some bumps and bruises.”

The Browns want to start dishing out their own punishment in the North. Until they can start beating the Bengals, Steelers and Ravens on a regular basis, the playoffs will

National Football League The Associated Press All Times EST AMERICAN CONFERENCE East W L T Pct PF PA New England 7 3 0 .700 293 203 ALENDAR N.Y. Jets . . . . 5 5 0 .500 228 217 Buffalo. . . . . . 5 5 0 .500 237 253 High school Miami . . . . . . 3 8 0 .273 212 206 High school sports South This week Houston. . . . . 7 3 0 .700 273 166 FRIDAY Tennessee . . . 5 5 0 .500 203 195 Girls basketball Jacksonville . 3 7 0 .300 125 180 Russia at Sidney Indianapolis . 0 10 0 .000 131 300 Lehman at Riverside North Versailles at Celina Tip-Off Baltimore . . . 7 3 0 .700 256 176 Covington at Houston Pittsburgh. . . 7 3 0 .700 220 179 Marion Local at Fort Loramie Cincinnati . . . 6 4 0 .600 236 195 New Bremen Tip-Off Cleveland . . . 4 6 0 .400 145 193 6:30 — Anna vs. New Knoxville West 2nd game — New Bremen vs.

Oakland . . . . 6 4 0 .600 235 254 D-II playoffs Denver. . . . . . 5 5 0 .500 205 247 Van Buren —— San Diego . . . 4 6 0 .400 236 259 NCAA Division II Football SATURDAY Kansas City . 4 6 0 .400 144 252 Playoff Glance Girls basketball NATIONAL CONFERENCE The Associated Press Sidney at Lehman East All Times EST Russia at Mississinawa W L T Pct PF PA First Round Northwestern at Riverside Dallas . . . . . . 7 4 0 .636 270 225 Saturday, Nov. 19 Jackson Center at Minster North Greenville 63, Albany N.Y. Giants . . 6 4 0 .600 228 228 Versailles at Celina Tip-Off Philadelphia . 4 6 0 .400 237 213 State (Ga.) 14 Fairlawn at Covinton California (Pa.) 44, Elizabeth Washington. . 3 7 0 .300 160 205 New Bremen Tip-Off South City State 0 6:30 — Consolation New Orleans . 7 3 0 .700 313 228 Kutztown 17, Concord 14 2nd game — Championship North Alabama 43, West Ala- Atlanta . . . . . 6 4 0 .600 235 213 —— Tampa Bay . . 4 6 0 .400 182 268 bama 27 TUESDAY (Nov. 29) Northwest Missouri State 35, Carolina . . . . 2 8 0 .200 225 286 Girls basketball North Missouri Western 29 Russia at Houston Minnesota-Duluth 30, Saginaw Green Bay . . 11 0 0 1.000382 227 Botkins at Fairlawn Chicago . . . . . 7 3 0 .700 268 207 Valley 27 Jackson Center at Fort Loramie Wayne State (Mich.) 48, St. Detroit. . . . . . 7 4 0 .636 316 246 —— Minnesota . . . 2 8 0 .200 200 271 Cloud State 38 WEDNESDAY West Washburn 52, Abilene ChrisGirls basketball San Francisco 9 1 0 .900 256 145 tian 49 Northmont at Sidney Seattle. . . . . . 4 6 0 .400 168 209 Second Round —— Arizona . . . . . 3 7 0 .300 190 236 Saturday, Nov. 26 THURSDAY Kutztown (11-1) at New Haven St. Louis . . . . 2 8 0 .200 120 247 Girls basketball Thursday's Games (10-1), Noon Lehman at Tri-Village Green Bay 27, Detroit 15 North Greenville (10-2) at Mars Versailles at New Knoxville Dallas 20, Miami 19 Hill (8-2), Noon Riverside at WL-Salem San Francisco at Baltimore, California (Pa.) (10-2) at WinHouston at Fairlawn 8:20 p.m. ston-Salem (11-0), Noon Botkins at Indian Lake Sunday's Games North Alabama (9-2) at Delta Arizona at St. Louis, 1 p.m.

State (9-2), 1 p.m.

Tampa Bay at Tennessee, 1 p.m.

Northwest Missouri State (10Cleveland at Cincinnati, 1 p.m.

2) at Midwestern State (10-0), 1 Buffalo at N.Y. Jets, 1 p.m. p.m.

Houston at Jacksonville, 1 p.m.

Washburn (10-2) at Pittsburg Carolina at Indianapolis, 1 p.m.

State (9-1), 1 p.m.

Minnesota at Atlanta, 1 p.m.

Wayne State (Mich.) (11-1) at Chicago at Oakland, 4:05 p.m.

Nebraska-Kearney (10-1), 1 p.m.

Washington at Seattle, 4:05 Minnesota-Duluth (10-2) at Colorado State-Pueblo (11-0), 2 p.m.

Denver at San Diego, 4:15 p.m. p.m.

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CLEVELAND BROWNS quarterback Colt McCoy (12) consults a play chart with head coach Pat Shurmur on the second half of an NFL football game against the St. Louis Rams Sunday in Cleveland. remain elusive. With the five games still ahead, they can make a jump in the standings and in stature.

Defensive coordinator Dick Jauron likes the rough road ahead.

“It’s a great thing,” he said of Cleveland’s upcoming schedule. “We have a great opportunity in front of us. These games are huge games.

This game coming up is a huge game for both teams. (The Bengals) are coming off two tough losses in the division. We have one loss in the division, that was to them and we’re starting our division play. It’s really very exciting and really important.”

The Browns could have running back Montario Hardesty in the lineup Sunday. He’s missed the past three games with a calf injury, but the second-year back returned to practice Wednesday and will start this week as long as he doesn’t have any setbacks.

If Hardesty can play, he’ll be another option for Cleveland’s offense, which got a career-high 115 yards from Chris Ogbonnaya last week in a win over Jacksonville.

After missing his rookie season following knee surgery, Hardesty made his NFL debut against the Bengals on Sept. 11. He came off the bench and picked up 18 yards on five carries.

“The first game against Cincinnati, I was just getting back into it,”

he said. “It’s exciting. I think it’s fun how our schedule is set up. Now we’re onto the AFC North. There’s a lot of good defenses and it’s about to get cold, running the ball, this is a great time to come back and try to help our team.

When it gets cold and the weather changes, you’ve got to have a good solid ground game. All the defenses in our division want to stop it and everyone wants to run it.”

The Browns want to make their own run.

It may be farfetched to think Cleveland could make the playoffs. But since 1990, there have been eight teams with 46 records who have rallied to make the playoffs.

The last team to do it was the New York Jets in 2009, and they made it to the AFC title game.

They can’t get ahead of themselves now, not with those daunting in December dates ahead.

“I don’t think we’re in a position where we can look that far ahead,” said linebacker Scott Fujita.

“We’ve got to worry about this one opponent and trying to get better every week. That’s just kind of the reality of our situation right now. We don’t have the luxury of looking ahead, so we just have to get better and focus on the Bengals.”

Shurmur has previously coached in the NFC East and West, and he’s convinced his current division is just as tough — if not tougher.

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Buck Eyes An inside look at Ohio State football WHERE ARE THEY NOW?

BUCKEYE BUSTERS

NAME: Chico Nelson HOMETOWN: Sarasota, Fla. OHIO STATE YEARS: 1990-93 HIGHLIGHTS: Nelson was a three-year starter at safety, with seven career interceptions. He was first-team All-Big Ten as a senior. He had 11 tackles and an interception against Michigan in 1992.

AFTER OSU: Nelson was an undrafted free agent who did not earn a full-time NFL roster spot. He has a degree in marketing from OSU and works in that field for a Florida golf course/gated community.

1: Which OSU back had the most rushing yards in a Michigan game?

2: Which OSU quarterback threw for the most yards in a Michigan game?

3: Which OSUreceiver had the most catches in a Michigan game?

4: Which OSU back had the longest

run in a Michigan game?

5: Which OSU player had the lon-

gest punt return in a Michigan game?

Answers: 1. Chris Wells (222 yards) in 2007; 2. Joe Germaine (330 yards) in 1998; 3. Brian Stablein (12) in 1992; 4.

Dan Herron (89 yards) in 2010; 5. Tom Campana (85 yards) in 1971.

SAY WHAT?

RECRUITING UPDATE

“If this was a players meeting, you might not be here right now.”

Adolphus Washington a senior defensive lineman from Cincinnati Taft announced a verbal commitment to Ohio State at a Tuesday press conference. His teammate Dwayne Stanford, a senior wide receiver, commited to sign with Oregon at the same press conference.

Ifeadi Odenigbo a senior linebacker/defensive end from Centerville, has been invited to the Under Armour All-American game. He has offers from Ohio State, Notre Dame, Stanford, USC, Northwestern and California.

Se’Von Pittman., a senior defensive — Ohio State football coach Luke Fickell’s reaction after a reporter’s cell end from Canton McKinley, verbally committed to Michigan State last sumphone rang during his press confermer, but Ohio State fans continue to ence on Monday.. hope there might be some residual interest in OSU.

Ohio State at Michigan, Noon, Saturday, ABC QUARTERBACKS > Ohio State freshman Braxton Miller continues to be a running threat despite opposing defenses obviously knowing he is much more likely to run than to pass. Miller (595 yards rushing, 762 yards passing) is completing 48.6 percent of his passes, the lowest by a starting Big Ten quarterback.

Michigan QB Denard Robinson (1,889 yards passing, 993 yards rushing) has had to adjust to new coach Brady Hoke’s more traditional offense after running Rich Rodriguez’s spread offense last season. He is averaging two fewer running attempts than last season and his completion percentage has dropped eight percentage points. But he remains one of the most dangerous dual-threat quarterbacks in college football.

Advantage: Michigan

those yards have come in his last four games. Fitzgerald had 138 yards rushing and scored two touchdowns in a 45-17 win over Nebraska last Saturday.

Advantage: Even

RECEIVERS > Ten times when Woody Hayes was Ohio State’s coach, the team’s leading receiver had fewer than 10 catches for the season. OSU’s receivers won’t quite drop to that level this season, but tight end Jake Stoneburner is leading the Buckeyes with 13 catches and Corey Brown has 12.

For Michigan, Junior Hemingway (30 catches, 591 yards) is the leading receiver. Maybe the biggest mystery about the Wolverines is what has happened to wideout Roy Roundtree. He led Michigan with 72 catches last season and also was the team’s No. 1 receiver two years ago as a freshman. But this year he has caught only 17 passes and has just two catches for touchdowns.

Advantage: Michigan

OFFENSIVE LINE

OSU produced fewer than 300 yards against Penn State. Center Michael Brewster had trouble with long snaps several times. And J.B. Shugarts was flagged for a devastating false start penalty on OSU’s final drive. So, there is room for improvement this weekend.

Michigan can score (33.6 points a game) and move the ball (421.2 yards per game). Center David Molk and tackle Mark Huyge are the most experienced offensive linemen for the Wolverines.

Advantage: Even

DEFENSIVE LINE > Slow starts have been an issue for OSU’s defense and offense lately. Indiana, Purdue and Penn State all jumped out to 10-0 leads on the Buckeyes in their last three games.

Defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins, of Detroit, might draw some incentive from the fact Michigan didn’t show a lot of recruiting interest in him.

Michigan’s defense has made an amazing turnaround this season, giving up 15.6 points a game after surrendering 35.8 points and 450 yards per game a year ago. Defensive ends Ryan Van Bergen (10 tackles for losses) and Craig Roh (8 tackles for losses, 4.5 sacks) and Mike Martin (5.5 tackles for losses, 3 sacks) are the leaders of this unit for Michigan.

Advantage: Michigan

LINEBACKERS >

LUKE FICKELL Ohio State football coaches are often judged by how their teams perform in “The Game.” Fickell, who grew up in Columbus, knows all about this. A win at Michigan could give the Ohio State coach a reason to smile in a sometimes bleak year.

RUNNING BACKS Dan Herron (556 yards) has cooled off a bit in his last two games, gaining 76 and 65 yards, after having more than 100 yards in the previous three games. But he has a history of playing well against Michigan. He rushed for 175 yards against the Wolverines last season and had 96 yards two years ago.

Sophomore Fitzgerald Toussaint, from Youngstown, has emerged as Michigan’s No. 1 running back after it used a running backs by committee approach earlier in the season. Toussaint has 891 yards rushing, but 558 of

BIG TEN STANDINGS Leaders Division Big Ten Overall W L W L Penn State 6 1 9 2 Wisconsin 5 2 9 2 Ohio State 3 4 6 5 Purdue 3 4 5 6 Illinois 2 5 6 5 Indiana 0 7 1 10 Legends Division Big Ten Overall W L W L Michigan State 6 1 9 2 Michigan 5 2 9 2 Nebraska 4 3 8 3 Iowa 4 3 7 4 Northwestern 3 4 6 5 Minnesota 1 6 2 9

WEEKEND SCHEDULE FRIDAY Big Ten Iowa at Nebraska, noon TOP 25 Arkansas at LSU, 2:30 p.m.

SATURDAY Big Ten Ohio State at Michigan, noon Michigan State at Northwestern, noon Illinois at Minnesota, 3:30 p.m.

Penn State at Wisconsin, 3:30 p.m.

Purdue at Indiana, 3:30 p.m.

TOP 25 Iowa State at Oklahoma, noon Alabama at Auburn, 3:30 p.m.

Notre Dame at Stanford, 8 p.m.

Andrew Sweat probably will miss a second straight game with a concussion. His replacement, freshman Ryan Shazier, had 15 tackles against Penn State.

Middle linebacker Kenny Demens, who started in 2010, leads Michigan in tackles (78). But two other returning starters, J.B. Fitzgerald and Cam Gordon, have not started a game this season.

Advantage: Michigan

< DEFENSIVE BACKS Ohio State trails Michigan in turnovers forced, 26-16, but only seven of the Wolverines’ turnovers are pass interceptions. Orhian Johnson’s interception against Penn State tied him with Bradley Roby for the team lead with three.

J.T. Floyd is the only Michigan defensive back with more than one interception.

Advantage: Ohio State

< SPECIAL TEAMS Drew Basil is 13 of 16 on field goals and Ben Buchanan is averaging 40.9 yards per punt. For Michigan, kicker Brendan Gibbons is 9 of 13 on field goals and punter Will Hagerup averages 35.9 yards per kick.

Advantage: Ohio State

2011 OSU LEADERS Passing Yards Braxton Miller .........................762 Rushing Yards Braxton Miller........................ .595 Dan Herron........................... .556 Carlos Hyde ...........................549 Receiving Yards Devin Smith ...........................241 Jake Stoneburner................... 157 Field Goals Drew Basil..........................13/16 Tackles Andrew Sweat ..........................68 Christian Bryant ........................61 Johnathan Hankins ...................61 Interceptions Bradley Roby...............................3 Orhian Johnson .........................3

Jim Naveau The Lima News jnaveau@limanews.com 419-993-2087

Playing favorites in The Game Twenty years now. Where did they go?

This is the 20th year I’ve written about Ohio State football for The Lima News. And that means Saturday’s game between OSU and Michigan will be the 20th time I’ve been at that game.

Most Novembers, someone will ask me what my favorite Ohio State-Michigan games of the last 20 years are.

My answer never changes.

I say, “I don’t have favorites. I have most memorable games.”

What I mean by that is that a couple of the games that stand out most for me in this rivalry are games Ohio State lost. They stand out just because they were so stunning or so emotional or for such high stakes.

Here are my Top 5 from the last 20 years: 1. (2006) Ohio State 42, Michigan 39. No. 1 Ohio State against No. 2 Michigan. For once, a game of the century lived up to its advance billing.

And Bo Schembechler, one of the towering presences of this rivalry, had died the day before the game.

2. (2002) Ohio State 14, Michigan 9. Like the 2006 game, this win sent the Buckeyes to the BCS national championship game. And like six other games in that magical national championship season, it was decided by a touchdown or less. Maurice Hall got the game-winning touchdown on a 4-yard run and Will Allen’s interception in the end zone as time ran out ended it.

3. (2005) Ohio State 25, Michigan 21. Troy Smith threw for 300 yards and led Ohio State back from nine points down with 7 ½ minutes to play. And Anthony Gonzalez made the best catch I’ve ever seen by an OSU receiver not named Terry Glenn.

4. (1995) Michigan 31, Ohio State 23. Tshimanga Biakabutuka and 313 yards is all you need to know. I was so sure Ohio State was going to win that I had already booked a flight for the Rose Bowl.

5. (1997) Michigan 20, Ohio State 14. OSU was so close, but Charles Woodson locked up the Heisman Trophy instead.

OSU SCHEDULE Sept. 3 ............................. Akron 42-0 Sept. 10 ....................... Toledo, 27-22 Sept. 17 ............at Miami (Fla.), 6-24 Sept. 24 .................... Colorado 37-17 Oct. 1 ...................... Mich. State 7-10 Oct. 8 ................... at Nebraska 27-34 Oct. 15 .......................at Illinois 17-7 Oct. 29 ................... Wisconsin 33-29.

Nov. 5 .......................... Indiana 34-20 Nov. 12 .....................at Purdue 23-26 Nov. 19 ..................Penn State 14-20 Nov. 26 ............................ at Michigan

COUNTDOWN

Michigan vs.

Ohio State

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BULLETIN BOARD

S&H board gets updates on activities The S&H Products Board of Trustees met recently and heard updates on activities including a “People First of Ohio” meeting that was held at S&H Products recently.

S&H Products hosted a “People First of Ohio” Employment Call to Action meeting earlier this month. It was the third meeting held promoting community employment for people with disabilities.

Among the presentors for the program were S&H employee Brenda Smith, who spoke about “Job Club”; Jane Perry, from Ohio Legal Rights; Heather Brickley, an RSC counselor; Betsy O’Leary, mother of a Bridges student, who gave a PowerPoint presentation on resumes and interviews; and Rick Husa, S&H Products adult services director, who spoke about “Piece Rate.”

S&H Products also hosted a regional directors meeting recently and had participants from Mercer, Logan, Champaign, Miami and Darke counties in attendance.

Among the topics discussed were the proposed House Resolution 3086, sick leave, abuse, the handling of clients’ funds and home-care waivers.

The board was told that Sue Dlouhy of Norwich Consulting visited S&H Products recently and worked with personnel regarding resources for Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) accreditation.

The next board meeting will be held on Dec. 16.

IN THE SERVICE

Beatty ends basic training DEGRAFF — Marine Corps Pvt. Stanley T. T. Beatty, son of Nancy J. and Thomas D. Beatty, of De Graff, recently completed 12 weeks of basic training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, S. C designed to challenge new Marine recruits both physically and mentally.

Beatty and fellow recruits began their training at 5 a. m. by running three miles and performing calisthenics. In addition to the physical conditioning program, Beatty spent numerous hours in classroom and field assignments which included learning first aid, uniform regulations, combat water survival, marksmanship, hand-to-hand combat and assorted weapons training. They performed close-order drill and operated as a small infantry unit during field training.

Beatty and other recruits also received instruction on the Marine Corps’ core values — honor, courage and commitment, and what the core values mean in guiding personal and professional conduct.

Beatty and fellow recruits ended the training phase with The Crucible, a 54-hour, team evolution culminating in an emotional ceremony in which recruits are presented the Marine Corps emblem, and addressed as “Marines” for the first time in their careers.

Contact Executive Editor Jeff Billiel with story ideas by phone at (937) 498-5962; email, jbilliel@sdnccg.com; or by fax, (937) 498-5991.

Early settlers landed in Washington Township Bailey ancestor escaped Indian captivity EDITOR’S NOTE — The following article was written in the 1940s by Paul Sherman, a local historian, about the Bailey family, which was among the early settlers in Washington Township, Shelby County.

BY PAUL SHERMAN LOCKINGTON — Thomas Bailey, grandfather of William Bailey, who settled in Washington Township, Shelby County, in 1844 when but a mere lad, was kidnapped in England and put aboard a vessel sailing for America in 1710. On reaching the present free and hospitable shores of Virginia, the lad was sold to landowners with the proceeds to be applied to the payment of the child’s fare for his captive transportation. He was held in bondage till he was 21 years of age, when he was captured by a warring tribe of Indians, and so escaped the bondage of his white captors only to enter one of slavery, worse than that of the whites.

Frightful, shocking His treatment, besides that of being an abject menial in the service of the natives, was frightful and shocking beyond the power of expression. On one occasion, after a long series of tortures, his hair was plucked from his head and eyebrows, and such other slow abusive tortures inflicted that he lost the use of his eyes and suffered such other misfortunes as to render him almost helpless to himself and largely useless to his tormentors.

At length a chance presented itself for escape and he crept from the camp in the darkness of night. In the solitude of nature beyond the sight and hearing of man, his bitterest foe, he threw himself upon the earth and fell into a soft and soothing slumber — a sleep so kind that it brought to him a dream of liberty and

this time in his waking hours.

Accordingly, he walked back and forth near the scene of revelry, debauchery, carrystrength. In that dream he ing the child in his arms. The was no longer blind, for the child was fretful and the ruse blindness could not look upon successful for the Indians did its picture of beauties and not know the child was being delights, which he held in tormented by pinching in adoration. He awoke to hear order to cause it to cry. So the rustling of bushes and with his fretful, restless human voices beyond his charge, the captive walked place of concealment. He lis- back and forth, each time extened and heard a squaw ob- tending his walk away from serve that in case she found the camp. the object of her search, she Wild flight would claim him as her serFinally, thinking himself vant and spare his life that unnoticed, he started on a he might take care of her wild flight for the nearest child. fort, several miles distant.

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lization, he sought the settlement of the whites in Virginia, the scene of so much suffering but now the theatre in which he was to enter on a new life. Reaching the settlement, Thomas Bailey plunged into active labor and after a time was married to an estimable lady, reared a large family and closed his eventful life surrounded by the blessings of liberty-prosperity-and peace.

William Bailey, grandson of Thomas Bailey, was born in Virginia in 1785.

Came to Ohio

In 1806 he came with his family to Ohio, and settled in Warren County. Here their Recovery of sight son Francis was born in With the child in his arms, Taking him to her wighe hastened onward with the 1815. In 1836, Francis marwam, she at once set about ried Rachel Northrup of ClinIndians in hot and furious the treatment of his eyes, pursuit. To be overtaken was ton County and in the same and with that success for year came to Montgomery to suffer a horrible death. It which Indian treatment is County where he learned the was a race to the death and proverbial, brought about a milling trade and in 1844 clinging to the child to precomplete recovery of sight. vent the use of arrows by his came to Shelby County and During the period of treatpursuers, he reached the fort located on a farm in Washment, he had been given ington Township. Here he just as he fell exhausted by charge of the child of his farmed until 1863, when he his burdened flight. The ocbenefactress until the redentered the general store cupants of the fort favored skin child and pale-face man putting the child to death, business in Lockington, became almost inseparable but he remonstrated, declar- which he continued for three companions. This manner of ing that as he had been years. He then was employed life continued for some time spared his life, its own must in buying grain for D.K. for Bailey, until one day the Gillespie, founder of Kirknow be spared. He then reIndians gave themselves over turned it to its mother but wood, in 1866-1869 and in to the demoralizing influence for himself declined all invi- 1872 organized the paper of liquor on one of their field tations to return to the Indi- mill at Lockington. days. The captive nurse saw ans.

He retired from active another dream of liberty, but work the following year.

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Local high school seniors get Honda-Ohio State Math Medal Ten high-achieving Shelby County high school seniors received the Honda/OSU Partnership Math Medal Award from Honda of America Mfg. Inc. and The Ohio State University.

The award honors the top senior mathematics student in high schools near Honda operations in central and southwest Ohio for their achievements in mathematics courses throughout high school.

Math Medal recipients from Shelby County and their high schools are Allison Roeth, Houston High School; Devon Alexander, Anna Local High School; Alexandra Beigel, Sidney High School; Hailey Billing, Botkins High School; Jake Cordonnier, Fort Loramie High School; Kyle Ellis, Fairlawn High School; Lauren Jenkins, Sidney Christian Academy; Nicole Larger, Lehman Catholic High School; Troy Opperman, Jackson Center High School; and Elijah Puthoff, Russia High School.

This is the eighth anniversary of the Math Medal Awards, presented by the Honda-Ohio State Partnership Program. This year 138 seniors, the highest number yet, received the award.

The Central Ohio Region Math Medal Award event was held Nov. 3 at Honda of America in Marysville to honor top math students from 15 area counties. Family members, teachers and friends also were invited to the breakfast ceremony to share in honoring the students.

Recognized as their school’s top math student in the Class of 2012, each student received a pewter math medal, plaque and $100 gift card from Honda of America and Ohio State University’s College of Engineering. In addition, the math medal award comes with a $3,000 scholarship opportunity at Ohio State’s College of Engineering for the 20122013 academic year.

Over the past seven years, more than 60 Math Medal re-

cipients have gone on to receive the $3,000 scholarship at Ohio State’s College of Engineering.

“We are grateful that our strong partnership with Honda gives us the opportunity to recognize these talented high school seniors who have studied so hard to achieve their best,” said David B. Williams, dean, Ohio State College of Engineering. “We hope the Math Medal program encourages these students to consider engineering as a career and to further their education here at Ohio State.”

The Honda-Ohio State Partnership Program is a collaboration between Ohio State and Honda of America that supports initiatives in education, research and public service to positively impact students, faculty, public and private sector practitioners, and the transportation industry as a whole.

“Encouraging students to pursue a career in engineering is vitally important to manufacturing, here in Ohio and throughout the United States,” said Tim Downing, chief engineer at Honda of America. “This partnership with Ohio State has proven to be effective at opening the door to the vast opportunities in the field of engineering.”

Honda operates two auto plants, engine and transmission plants in Ohio, along with a major vehicle research and development center and engineering, logistics and purchasing operations in the state. With 13,500 associates — including more than 1,000 engineers — Honda is one of Ohio’s largest private employers.

Ohio State’s College of Engineering places 17th nationally among public university engineering programs ranked

by U.S. News & World Report, and its nearly 6,700 undergraduate students choose from 14 different engineering majors.

More information about the Honda-Ohio State Partnership Program is available at http://elearn.eng.ohiostate.edu/honda.

To purchase photographs appearing in the Sidney Daily News, go to www.sidneydailynews.com

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Local shops, restaurants to take part in Small Business Saturday

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SPEELMAN “Last year, I stumbled pspeelman@sdnccg.com across it really late,” Jannides said. “I think it Don’t spend all your exploded more than money on Black Friday. (American Express) Save some for Small imagined. It’s basically a Business Saturday.

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The Saturday after Express American Thanksgiving — this has developed a Faceyear, it’s Nov. 26 — has book page at been designated by http://www.facebook.com American Express as /SmallBusinessSaturSmall Business Satur- day. On it are tools for day, a day to acknowl- retailers to use. Shopedge, celebrate and pers can enter a zip code support small local busi- to get a list of area businesses. nesses who have regisBegun in 2010, this tered to participate. year marks the second “We’ll be giving gift annual event. bags to kids,” said Mc“Basically, small busi- Crum about how the day ness creates more than will be special at her es50 percent of the country’s gross domestic product,” said Jeff Raible, president of the Sidney-Shelby County Chamber of Commerce.

“We all have a vested interest in seeing small business be successful, in trying to be helpful to small businesses in their big season.”

Michael Jannides, owner of The Spot, will put signs in his window to annouce his restaurant’s participation in Small Business Saturday. So will Juanita McCrum, owner of Ron

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Raible received an email about the special day from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.

“We thought it would be good for our members — both buyers and sellers — to know about it, so we disseminated the info,” he said. He had forwarded the email to all members of the local chamber of commerce.

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BBB urges people to support Small Business Saturday the small businesses in the days and years to follow,” said John North, BBB president and CEO. “We’d like to encourage people to take advantage of this day and show support to the small businesses in their community.”

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LOST: male Papillon, about 8 lbs., white & brown, last seen Fairview Road headed towards Sidney, neutered, (937)214-1808.

The joint Apprenticeship Training committee of the United Association, Local Union #776, Plumbers and Pipefitters, in keeping with Apprenticeship Standards, wishes to advise you that applications will be accepted (both male and female) at: 1300 Bowman Road Lima, OH; Monday thru Friday from 8am til 4:30pm.

The last day to submit a completed application with all paperwork and fees is: Friday December 30, 2011.

Qualifications necessary for an applicant to be considered for probationary Pipe Trades Apprentice are as follows: • Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Copy of Birth Certificate or some other documents for proof of age.

• Copy of High School Diplomas or High School Equivalence (GED). Must graduate by the end of the 2012 school year.

• Copy of High School Transcripts • Copy of Military Transfer or Discharge form DD-214, if applicable.

• One time $30.00 non-refundable Administrative Fee, Payable to: Plumbers and Pipefitters JATC • Take a Mechanical Aptitude and Eye/ Hand Coordination Test.

• You will be notified of the Aptitude test date.

NOTE: Applicants will not be processed for testing without all copies of the documents required and the Administrative fee is paid.

Mon - Fri @ 5pm Weds - Tues @ 5pm Fri - Thurs @ 5pm

POLICY: Please Check Your Ad The 1st Day. It Is The Advertiser’s Responsibility To Report Errors Immediately.

Publisher Will Not Be Responsible for More Than One Incorrect Insertion. We Reserve The Right To Correctly Classify, Edit, Cancel Or Decline Any Advertisement Without Notice.

Thurs - Weds @ 5pm Sat - Thurs @ 5pm

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Production Maint Tech Programmer Machinist Machine Op Assembly Forklift Welders and More....

HR Associates

(937)778-8563 Ferguson Construction Company is now accepting applications for the full-time position of Accounts Payable Clerk at our Sidney location to perform the following tasks:

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Process invoices and route for approval Maintain accurate Accounts Payable files Vendor Reconcile statements Maintain tax exemption certificate files Setup, monitor and process timely recurring accounts payable payments Process daily special check request Resolve Accounts Payable problems for vendors and employees

Required qualifications include Associates degree in Business or 2 years of relevant business experience Complete an application in our Human Resources department at: 400 Canal Street Sidney, Ohio 45365 Or email their resume to:

NOW HIRING We are a local agency that is passionate about serving people with disabilities. If you are interested in a rewarding job of caring for people in their homes and working for an agency that values their approach and philosophy, then please check us out and apply online at: www.wynn-reeth.com *Flexible schedules *Full or part time *Employee Benefits *Team oriented co. *Serving DD community *Retirement plans *Healthcare Insurance Any questions please contact Joy Sharp, HR Manager 419-639-2094 ext. 102 PART TIME WIRELESS PHONE SALES & CUSTOMER SERVICE ASSOCIATE AREA WIRELESS, the area's premiere wireless phone store, is seeking part time Sales and Customer Service Associates for our store in Sidney, OH.

QUALIFICATIONS: • Enjoy working with older adults • Team player • Computer skills a must • Ability to lift 50 lbs.

REQUIREMENTS: High school graduate Social service background a plus • Ability to work flexible schedule

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Candidates must have a positive attitude, good customer service and interpersonal skills, and be detail oriented. Prior experience in cellular phone sales and / or service, or experience in retail sales is a plus. We offer excellent wages and flexible hours.

Send resume to Attention: Recruiter 2001 Commerce Drive Sidney, OH 45365 Email:

NO phone calls please

Paying Top Wages for Good HVAC and Plumbing Technicians Learn and earn! You get great pay, benefits, and training. Growing contractor needs technicians to join our wellpaid team. Great conditions, hours, and benefits. Includes: Uniforms, Insurance, Retirement Plan and much more.

MOTOR ROUTES Motor routes are delivered Saturdays, Holidays and on an as needed basis by independent contractors.

REQUIRES: Reliable transportation, working phone and state minimum insurance is required. You must also be at least 18 years of age.

Call, fax, or email for an appointment:

SDNM150R – 129 papers – Anna, Botkins, Jackson Center Amsterdam Rd, Botkins Rd, Highland Kies Rd, Lochard Rd, Meranda Rd, Pasco Montra Rd, Sidney Freyburg Rd, St Rt 119 East, Wells Rd

Eisert Plumbing & Heating, Inc. 1103 Apollo Dr., Wapakoneta,Oh 45895

SDNM125R – 150 papers – Sidney, Anna Bowman Dr, Co Rd 25A, Ft Loramie Swanders Rd, Hardin-Wapak Rd, Meranda Rd, West Mason Rd, Scott Rd, Sharp Rd, St Rt 119 West, Wenger Rd

Phone: 419-738-8882 Fax: 419-738-9772

SDNM210R – 173 papers – Houston, Russia, Sidney Dawson Rd, Hardin-Wapak Rd, Houston Rd, Johns Rd, Patterson Halpin Rd, Pangeline Rd, Redmond Rd, Smith Rd, St Rt 274, St Rt 48, St Rt 66, Stoker Rd, Wright Puthoff Rd

Email: michele@ eisertplumbing.com

Opportunity Knocks...

SDNM290R – 66 papers Sidney / Quincy Area – Champaign Shelby Rd, Miami Shelby Rd, St Rt 29 East, St Rt 589, Tawawa Maplewood Rd, Tawawa St

VISIT: www.shelbydd.org for description and application.

Send resume/ application or apply at: SCBDD 1200 South Childrens Home Rd. Sidney, Ohio 45365 Attn: Lisa Brady EOE

If no one is available to take your call, please leave a message with your name, address, phone number and SDNM number that you are interested in. Your phone call will be returned in the order in which it is received.

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Openings Available: • 1st Shift, • Nights • Weekends benefit package. Night schedule is 4 (10). Weekend is 3 (12).

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POSITIONS NEEDED: CNC BORING MILL MACHINIST

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Hartzell Fan, a leading manufacturer of industrial air moving equipment is seeking qualified candidates for the following positions at our Piqua, OH and Portland, IN locations: ✦ CNC Machinist ✦ Welder ✦ Software Engineer ✦ Fiberglass Engineer ✦ Black Belt Engineer ✦ Manufacturing Engineering Tech ✦ Drafters ✦ Cost Accountant ✦ Marketing Coordinator ✦ Customer Experience Manager Benefits package including health, dental, prescription drug plan; flexible benefits plan; 401K retirement savings plan; paid holidays; paid vacation; tuition reimbursement and much more!

For detailed information regarding these openings and to apply please visit: hartzellindustries.com Equal Opportunity Employer

MACHINISTS IMMEDIATE OPENINGS

WORKING SUPERVISOR 2nd Shift (4pm-3am Monday-Thursday) Requirements: Machine, Inspection & supervisory experience in a job shop CNC machine & tool job shop environment, a positive attitude, excellent employee relation skills.

STNA looking for private care work: Troy, Sidney and surrounding areas. 25 years+ experience in geriatrics, disabled and terminally ill.

References available upon request, (419)563-5523. Ask for Carol Marker.

(Nights and weekends receive a 20%

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Drivers $1000 Sign on Bonus, Safety incentives, Benefits Package, Vacation Package After six months. OTR CDL-A 1 yr 888-560-9644 DRIVERS-

5 yrs. experience Ability to read blueprints Set-up assigned jobs Deburr parts when appropriate PROJECT MANAGER Customer management Budget analysis Project planning Estimating Process Development Vast knowledge of automated systems and processes Proficient in Excel Experience with Encompix ERP software and Crystal Reports a plus

CDL-A DRIVERS

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MAINTENANCE 1st Shift position (willing to work nights as required)

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CNC Maintenance required Machine controls and electrical/ hydraulic schematics Electrician experience a plus

Shipping/ Receiving MATERIAL HANDLING 1st Shift • Ability to drive forklift and straight truck • Load/ unload parts WE OFFER: • Competitive compensation and benefits package • Tuition reimbursement programs • generous vacation policies • Paid holidays • 401(k) plan • Job growth potential • Stability • Flexible schedules • Broad job scope • Overtime opportunity VISIT: www.PECo-us.com for more information E-MAIL: bbey@PECo-us.com

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Immediate Openings at our Lima, OH Terminal Company Drivers & Owner Operators $5,000 Sign-On Bonus for Owner Operators $1,000 Sign-On Bonus for Company Drivers Local, Regional & OTR Lanes Great Hometime Weekly Paid Orientation Medical Benefits Tanker & Hazmat Required

Call Scott: 888-472-6440 Or Apply Online At: www.Work4QC.com

SEMI DRIVERS NEEDED Class A CDL license, 2 years experience with dump trailer, and good driving record required.

Home weekends. No insurance offered.

937-492-8309 Monday-Friday 8am-3pm J.R. EDWARDS TRUCKING 3100 Schenk Rd. Sidney, OH 45365 ◆❍◆❍◆❍◆❍◆❍◆❍◆

OTR DRIVERS ◆ Class A CDL required ◆ Great Pay and Benefits!

CDL Grads may qualify

MAIL: PECo 6555 State Route 202 Tipp City, OH 45371 Attn: Human Resources FAX:

Call Jon Basye at: Piqua Transfer & Storage Co. (937)778-4535 or (800)278-0619 ◆❍◆❍◆❍◆❍◆❍◆❍◆

(937)667-9322 PECo is an EOE. All candidates must have high school diploma or equivalent, pass

CNC LATHE 1st & 2nd Shift (4:30pm- 3:00am Monday-Thursday) Large & small part machining (2 POSITIONS OPEN) CNC MILL 1st & 2nd Shift (4:30pm-3:00am Monday-Thursday) Large & small part machining setups required.

(2 POSITIONS OPEN) Concept Machine & Tool, Inc. provides TOP wages (10% shift differential), excellent benefits including 401K, & uniforms in an AIR CONDITIONED facility.

Apply in person at: Concept Machine & Tool, Inc. 2065 Industrial Court Covington, Ohio 45318-0009 (937)473-3334

If interested, please contact: Jason at 937-498-5934

877-844-8385

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shift bonus in addition to the normal

Concept Machine & Tool, Inc. a growing & progressive company has immediate openings for the following experienced individuals:

Interested applicants may send letter of interest and resume to: srcenter@ embarqmail.com DEADLINE: 12.09.2011

Early Intervention SPECIALIST Provides services/ support that enhance a family's ability to meet developmental needs of their child(ren).

Bachelor's degree required

gulrey@areaelectric.com

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sidney Daily News

SHELBY COUNTY BOARD OF DD

JOBS / JOBS/ JOBS

hr@ferguson-construction.com

Immediate Opening FULL-TIME PROGRAMMING OUTREACH COORDINATOR

GENERAL INFORMATION

DEADLINES/CORRECTIONS:

a pre-employment drug test and have strong desire to work in team environment.

Full-Time

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Accounting firm in Troy, is seeking a full-time Administrative Assistant.

Must have strong technical and administrative skills.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office 2007 Required.

Please send resume to: kharvey@ngcpa.com RECEPTIONIST/ ASSISTANT needed for veterinary office. 20-30 hours per week, Great clients. Please bring resume to: Community Veterinary Clinic 1200 W Russell Rd Sidney

1 & 2 BEDROOMS, Botkins, appliances, air, laundry, patio, 1 level, no pets, $ 3 3 5 - $ 4 1 5 , (937)394-7265.

1, 2 & 3 bedroom, appliances, fireplace, secure entry. Water & trash included, garages.

(937)498-4747 Carriage Hill Apts. www.1troy.com 1 BEDROOM, large, North end, ca, appliances, garage, lawn care. $395 deposit. (937)489-1222 1 BEDROOM, northend Sidney, appliances, air, some utilities, laundry facility, NO PETS. $365, (937)394-7265 1/2 DOUBLE, 418 Parkwood, 2 bedroom, air, all appliances, $525 month, n o n - s m o k i n g , (937)492-2276.

Classifieds That Work • 877-844-8385

$275 DEPOSIT!!

2 bedroom appliances, most utilities paid Laundry room on site NO PETS! $500 month (937)489-9921

3 BEDROOM, 2 baths, half double. Call for details, $550 (937)638-2658.

3 BEDROOM half double, stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, washer/ dryer hookup, AC, no pets, deposit, $475 month, (937)726-0273.

A1, Totally remodeled, 2 Bedroom Townhouse, 1.5 baths, air, washer/ dryer hook-up, quiet location, No pets $445 month. ( 9 3 7 ) 2 9 5 - 2 1 3 1 (937)295-3157 COUNTRY SETTING 2 bedroom townhouse.

No one above or below!

Appliances, washer & dryer, fireplace, garage, water & trash included.

(937)498-4747 www.1troy.com

NOVEMBER RENT FREE

* Studio * 1 & 2 Bedroom Apts.

(937)492-3450 SIDNEY 707 S. Ohio, 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath, newly remodeled, $525/month, metro accepted, (407)579-0874

CANAL PLACE Apartments. Reasonable rates.

Utilities Included. Metro Accepted.

Toll free: (888)738-4776.

DISCOVER PEBBLEBROOK Village of Anna. 2 & 3 Bedroom townhomes & ranches. Garages, appliances, washer & dryer.

Close to I-75, Honda, 20 miles from Lima.

(937)498-4747 www.1troy.com NEW DUPLEX, Botkins.

3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car, gas heat, central air, W/D room, appliances, well insulated, no pets. $750 month, (937)394-7144.

COUNTRY MEADOWS For sale: 3 Bedroom, 2 bath homes available on lease option OR financing available, 0% interest.

As little as $4999 down.

Call and ask how!

(937)497-7763 LOCATED AT Lake Loramie, must see! Large deck, central air, oak cabinets, stove, refrigerator & dishwasher. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, mobile home, vinyl. $19,995. (937)307-5866.

CORN HEAD, 6 rows, No 63 for John Deere combine, $1500, (937)526-4861.

COTTONWOOD TREE, down. FREE! You remove. Southern Shelby County, ekvoress@embarqmail.com.

FIREWOOD, All hardwood, $150 per cord delivered or $120 you pick up.

(937)596-6622 or (937)726-2780

✦●✦●✦●✦●✦●✦ FALL INTO ARROWHEAD VILLAGE APTS.

3 BEDROOM house.

Stove, refrigerator, washer/ dryer, dishwasher.

Garage. 1121 Colonial. $600 month, no pets.

(937)726-0273

$99 SPECIAL 1 & 2 BEDROOM CALL FOR DETAILS

• Close to 75 • Toddler Playground • Updated Swimming •

Pool Pet Friendly 807 Arrowhead, Apt.F Sidney, Ohio (937)492-5006 ✦ ● ✦ ● ✦ ● ✦ ● ✦ ●✦

a t n a S Paws Remember your 4-legged or fine-feathered friend in full color this Holiday Season in all three I-75 Newspapers (Sidney Daily News, Troy Daily News and Piqua Daily Call)!

PIQUA, 2935 Delaware Circle, 3 Bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage, all appliances, No pets, $880 monthly, 1 year lease, (937)778-0524

Village West Apts.

ANNA, Large 3 Bedroom duplex, attached garage, no pets Move in Special gemstoneofanna.com (937)538-6793

MINSTER, 105 N. Main.

For sale/ rent to own. Updated!

4 Bedroom. $595 or $55,000.

(937)526-4318

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607 NORTH Miami, 4 bedroom house, no pets, $575 month, deposit, (937)498-8000.

LOVELY 3-4 bedroom house with 2 car garage.

New carpet/paint, stove/refrigerator. $600 monthly +utilities +deposit. (937)538-1163

FIREWOOD for sale. All seasoned hardwood, $130 per cord split/ delivered. Roundwood $85 per cord; delivered/ dumped. , (937)844-3756.

421 NORTH Miami, updated 3 bedroom, 1 bath, 2 car, $545/ deposit, (937)526-4318.

REDUCED!! 3/4 Bedroom country home, 5 acres with woods. Recent updates, basement, tilt-in windows, large attached garage, machine shed.

NEW FURNACE. Jackson Center, (937)596-6532.

PLAYSTATION3, new, still in Box. W/T Sony Remote. Comes with KillZone3 and SackBoy1 games. Call any time.

CASH ONLY!! $245, jmagoto293@gmail.com.

(937)621-5434.

Gun & Knife Show Shelby County Fairgrounds, Saturday November, 26th.

8:30am-3:00pm and the last Saturday of every month.

Published: December 15 • Deadline: December 6

ONLY ONLY $9 $9

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2 BEDROOM apartment, Sidney, appliances, air, washer/ dryer hookup, trash paid, no pets, $430, (937)394-7265 2 BEDROOM near downtown. $325. Freshly painted, (1) first floor, (1) second floor, (937)489-6502.

FIRST MONTH FREE! 2 bedroom, upstairs, 210.5 Lane.

Washer/ dryer hook-up. No pets! $395, deposit. (937)492-7625

AMHERST COUNTRY VILLAS

* Limit of one pet per advertisement

2 BEDROOM, 1537 Spruce. Appliances, air, partial utilities, off street parking. No pets, $460.

(419)628-3465.

Sidney Daily News, Friday, November 25, 2011

Service&Business DIRECTORY

To advertise in the Classifieds That Work Service & Business Directory please call: 877-844-8385

Roofing, Windows, Siding, Fire & Water Restoration

•30x40x12 with 2 doors, $9,900 •40x64x14 with 2 doors, $16,000 ANY SIZE AVAILABLE!

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Any type of Construction:

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• Baths • Awnings • Concrete • Additions

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• Adults & Children ages 5 & up • Gift Certificates Available • Major Credit Cards Accepted Flexible Schedule Nights & Weekends 937-778-1660 www.sullenbergerstables.com

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Cleaning Service

Residential Commercial New Construction Bonded & Insured

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937-492-5150 everybody’s talking about what’s in our

VENDORS WELCOME

Hours: Fri. 9-8 Sat. & Sun. 9-5

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Voted #1

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Sidney

Flea Market

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“All Our Patients Die”

Gutters • Doors • Remodel

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All signs lead to you finding or selling what you want...

in the Sidney Plaza next to Save-A-Lot

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Continental Contractors AMISH CREW A&E Construction

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Roofing, remodeling, siding, add-ons, interior remodeling and cabintets, re-do old barns, new home construction, etc.

“A CUT ABOVE THE REST”

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SIDNEY PET SITTING Does your pet(s) need loving care over the holidays. Allow them to remain home stress free!

Bonded & Insured. www.sidneypetsitting.com or danaj77@hotmail.com Call (937)492-1513 or (937)622-1627. danaj77@hotmail.com.

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To Advertise In the Classifieds that Work

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Erected Prices:

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Pole Barns-

PAVING, REPAIR & SEALCOATING DRIVEWAYS PARKING LOTS

• Pruning • Cabling & • Stump Bracing Removal • Lot Cleaning • Trimming • Storm Damage • Dead Wooding FREE Estimates • Fully Insured 2232188

937-492-ROOF

875-0153 698-6135

Amish Crew

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Gravel Hauled, Laid & Leveled Driveways & Parking Lots

COOPER’S BLACKTOP

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COOPER’S GRAVEL

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CHAIR, glider, swivel, reclining, with gliding footstool, green in color, excellent condition, $30, (937)492-5702 after 4pm.

s a m t s i r h C t s r i F s ’ Baby e Memory of Your

SPRINKLER SYSTEMS, In ground for flower beds or lawns. Great Christmas Gifts for parents and children. Convenient, affordable.

Gift cards available. (937)492-7582

Capture th irst Christmas!

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ADULT MOVIES, still in factory seal, great selection, $4 each.

Call (567)356-0272.

BAR STOOLS, medium colored oak, (2), swivel back, Amish custom made, (937)778-0986.

COOKWARE, Original Wagner cast iron. Excellent condition! Price negotiable. (937)492-9434

ADORABLE KITTEN 10 weeks old, calico. Litter trained. Good with kids, & dogs, and very friendly.

FREE TO GOOD HOME. (937)726-7940

HOT TUB, Viking, twin power motors with lights, waterfall, cd player, gazebo. $3500, Tires/wheels 215x40x18 , $200 Both like new (937)418-1575

BLACK LAB mix puppy, 8 month old male, great with other animals and kids, loves attention, very smart! Free to good home, (937)710-0993.

NASCAR DIECAST collection. Over 225 1/24 diecast. Some autograph cars, Autograph picture cards. NASCAR card collection and lots more. 3 curio cabinets.

(419)629-2041

CAT: 2 year old neutered, no spray, declawed, black and white male. Litter trained.

Other cats available to indoor homes.

(937)492-2563

SNOWBLOWER, Sears, 22/5, 9 in thrust, $75 firm, (937)693-4293

GOLDEN RETRIEVER Pups, AKC, vet checked and first shots at 6 weeks.

5 females, 5 males. Parents on premises. $250 stephkoble76@winds t r e a m . n e t .

(937)473-5698.

CHRISTMAS TREE 7 foot (GE Monroe) lighted with 550 multi colored lights.

Dimensions 45"X15"X12" $40. (937)498-9822

Full Color 1col. x 3” block

Bailey Louise Hamblin

Only $2100

CHRISTMAS TREE, 9.5', slim. $75. (937)473-9833 Call after 2pm.

November 11, 2010 Love, Daddy, Mommy, Grandpa and Grandma

Twins are handled as two (2) separate photos

HAVAMALT PUPPIES, Non shedding, hypo allergenic, designer puppies, beautiful colors, shots, family raised, 8 weeks old on December 23rd, taking deposits now, (937)526-3418

SPA Hot Springs Sovereign Spa. 6 adults, 230W, 50AMP, 335 Gallon. New retractable vinyl cover bought in September. $2550.

(937)492-2443 TV, Magnavox 46 inch projection TV. Works good. $75. (937)498-9935

KITTENS, 15 Weeks old & adult cats free to go homes or farms, (937)726-9490

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Sidney Daily News Attn: Baby’s First Christmas PO Box 4099, Sidney, Ohio 45365

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J I will pick up my photo after December 20, 2010. We only hold pictures for 6 months after publication.

J Payment Enclosed J Check J Visa/MC J Discover J Cash J Am Express

Credit Card #:__________________________________ Exp. Date:_____________________________________

All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the federal fair housing act of 1968 which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or an intention to make any such preference limitation or discrimination.

This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis.

ORGAN, Theater Lowry console, in excellent condition, mahogany finish.

With two Leslie cabinets.

Make offer.

(937)773-2217

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GREAT condition. 80,000 miles- mostly highway, recently detailed inside and out. Non-smoker and no accidents. All scheduled maintenance performed, $12,500.

Call (937)773-2694 ask for Jennie

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339-3681 524-7775 U-Cut Wreaths, Grave Blankets, Roping & Crafts also available Weekdays 2 p.m.-5 p.m.

Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sunday Noon-5 p.m.

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FREE Horse drawn wagon rides on weekends!

You Cut Your Own. We provide saws, shake and net wrap

Nov. 23 - Dec. 23 10am-5pm Closed Thanksgiving

Our trees have been irrigated through the summer Market Open Fri, Sat & Sun 10am-5pm Enter South Cafe side St. Rt. 202 • SE of Troy, NE of Tipp City

937-335-6983

www.fultonfarms.com

877-844-8385

Tips on Caring for a Real Tree

RUSH CREEK CHRISTMAS TREE FARM None Fresher than FULTONS!

Available ONLY by calling

1. Keep the tree in a cool, shady place like the garage or porch until ready to bring indoors to decorate.

2. Saw a thin disk (1/2 to 1 inch) off the trunk prior to placing the tree in a water-holding stand.

3. Make the cut perpendicular to the axis of the stem, NOT in a v-shape or at angles. The tree will “drink” its water through the layer between the bark and wood. If you shave the bark off of the trunk the tree will not be able to absorb water.

4. Place the tree in its water-holding stand within two hours after making the cut to the trunk. When a tree is cut it will naturally form a seal of sap over it’s stump to keep moisture in the tree. You must break the seal to allow the tree to once again “drink” the water needed to keep it fresh throughout the holidays.

5. Your stand must be able to hold enough water for the size of the tree. A good rule of thumb is a one-quart capacity for every inch of diameter of the trunk.

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Thousands to choose from!

Trees up to 15’!

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3370 Miller Road • Russia 1 mile north of town

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Sidney Daily News, Friday, November 25, 2011