Medina County February 2016

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A jug of wine, a loaf of bread — and thou.

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ersian poet Omar Khayyam penned this sentiment in the 11th century and it still rings true today. Good food, good wine and romance all come together in February, the month of love.

And speaking of love, we hope you'll love our February issue.

We celebrate Valentine's Day with a look at fine dining, fabulous wine and beautiful diamonds. Plus we welcome award-winning sports writer Rick Noland, who checks out the view from the top with Medina athlete Jon Teske.

Thank you for reading our magazine, inspired by community, inspired by you. Please contact me with your news, events and stories.

Love photographed by Mary Sandmann at Buckeye Woods, Chippewa North Trail in Medina County Parks. MarySandmannPhotography.com

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A Victorian Christmas at the John Smart House

Queen Victoria, Charles Dickens, Florence Nightingale and Father Christmas mingled with guests at Medina's historic John Smart House during the 2015 Christmas season. Presented by the Medina Historical Society, the Victorian open house featured period costumes and decorations, live music, a raffle and Santa's gift shop. MedinaHistorical.com PHOTOGRAPHY ERIC DAIBER

Saturday, February 6th 11am to 3pm I Medina Performing Arts Center, Medina High School: 851 Weymouth Rd., Medina OH Age 5 and older must have ticket to enter festival $10 ticket for 8 samples Tickets available at Medina County Buehler’s & Rocky Mountain Chocolates @ Lodi Outlet Mall

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viewed throughout the weekend, day and night. A detailed schedule is available at MainStreetMedina.com. The event is admission free, and there is free parking in the nine-block Historic District.

FOR THE LOVE OF CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL IS FEBRUARY 6 All you need is love. But a little chocolate now and then doesn't hurt either. Save -- and savor -- Saturday, February 6 for the 19th Annual For the Love of Chocolate Festival presented by Faith in Action Medina County Caregivers at the Medina Performing Arts Center, 851 Weymouth Road, Medina from 11 am to 3 pm. Tickets are $10 for ages 5 and up and include eight decadent chocolate samples, CandyLand for Kids, a bake sale featuring award-

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Root building; a building rich with history,” says owner Keni Sherbinski.

Buehler's or Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory at Lodi Outlet

“Our top priority is superb product. I arrive by 3:30 am every day to bake

Mall. Medina County Lifestyle magazine is among the many

fresh product.” Honey Bee specializes in custom cakes, cheesecakes,

proud sponsors of the event. fiamedina.org

pies, breads and pastries. 23 Public Square, Medina 330.725.0912

BREAKING BREAD ON BOURBON STREET

UNIVERSITY OF AKRON STEEL DRUM BAND TO PERFORM IN WADSWORTH

Feeding Medina County presents Breaking Bread on Bourbon

Ohio Regional Music Arts and Cultural Outreach (ORMACO) and

Street: An Evening of Art and Jazz. Soak up the colorful culture of

Summa Health will present The University of Akron Steel Drum Band

the French Quarter on Saturday, March 12 at The Galaxy Banquet

at the James R. McIlvaine Performing Arts Center at Wadsworth High

Center 201 Park Center Drive, Wadsworth. Stroll down Bourbon

School on February 4 at 7 pm. Travel to Trinidad and Tobago and dance

Street, listen to jazz, nosh on hors d’oeuvres and view local art for

in the aisles to the sizzling sounds of this high energy band. A portion

purchase. Then enjoy dinner as well as live and silent auctions. $50

of the proceeds will benefit Wadsworth High School music programs.

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The Loving Couple ™

ARTICLE NANCY JOHNSON | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

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alking into Timber Lodge restaurant

Dealer named us one of the 15 coziest restau-

Ron is understandably proud of the

is a lot like walking into that rustic

rants in Northeast Ohio. And out of 130 restau-

restaurant’s long history. “Elijah Boardman,

rants on Trip Advisor, we’re number one.”

one of the original investors in the Connecti-

chalet in the mountains where all your cool friends hang out.

Owned and managed by restaurateur Ron Levitt, the Medina restaurant is known for finely prepared fresh food, eye catching portions, and outstanding service.

With a smoker on the premises, the restau-

cut Land Company, owned the land. His son,

rant turns our succulent smoked ribs, chicken

Henry sold the 32-acre plot to Samuel Clark,

and pork loins.

who built the first structure in 1844.”

Ron says the restaurant’s always fresh fish is

Over the years, the farmhouse and or-

shipped in from all over the world. “Africa, Aus-

chards were owned by various families. The

It’s a great place to celebrate Valentine’s Day

tralia, Alaska, the North Atlantic, the Pacific. We

farmhouse was rebuilt, used as a school,

with its cozy booths, warm fireplace and hearty

have everything from grouper to Chilean sea

and later sold to the Keller family. The

menu featuring The Loving Couple ™ - a hand-

bass. We have a huge following as a steakhouse,

Kellers added to the farmhouse and opened

cut center-cut tenderloin filet and an 8 ounce

but our guests also come for the seafood.”

the Pine Tree Tavern in 1934.The restaurant

warm water lobster tail served with salad, fresh-

The restaurant carries fine wines, high-

passed hands several times before operat-

baked rolls, a choice of any side, and a tradition-

end bourbons and scotch, aperitifs, mar-

ing as Golfers at the Turn. Ron bought the

al warmer filled with real clarified butter.

tinis, and more.

property in 2002 and returned the Old Pine

“Wine and Dine Your Valentine ™ is our

“Every month we do a wine tasting to up-

Tree to its former beauty as Timber Lodge.

theme for Valentine’s Day,” Ron says, “We

date our wine list,” says Ron. “Our wines are

For decades the location has been – and re-

want couples to come in and enjoy a roman-

reasonably priced and chosen to comple-

mains – a most popular Medina spot.

tic evening at our restaurant on Valentine's

ment our menu.”

Day, or for that matter, any time!”

Timber Lodge is renowned for its superior hand-cut beef.

“We’ve been voted one of the five best steakhouses by Cleveland.com,” Ron says, “The Plain

Ron Levitt (center) and the Timber Lodge staff

The full-service Jackalope Lounge offers Group Therapy (happy hour) from 4 pm to 7 pm, Monday through Friday. You can tuck into any menu item, from a two-fisted sandwich to a dinner entrée.

Timber Lodge is at 2809 Pearl Road, Medina 330.725.6288 TimberLodgeMedina.com

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Sommelier Matt Forrest, tell us about Galaxy Restaurant's Wine Room and wine cellar.

The Wine Room is an intimate counterpart to the Circle L Steakhouse, with seating for 30-plus in the main dining area, and 24-plus in the bar area. Two fireplaces and an expansive view of the wine cellar through a glass wall help lend an ambience of class and sophistication.

The wine cellar is strictly temperature-controlled at a cool 59

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degrees Fahrenheit (55 is ideal for storing wines long term, but 59 allows for a compromise to ensure more appropriate serving temperature for reds, usually 60 degrees Fahrenheit). Cellar capacity is approximately 5,000 bottles.

Galaxy wine cellar

How many different wines do you stock?

We currently stock a little over 420 different wines by the bottle, representing over 50 different grape varietals from 11 countries. The Wine Room offers 50 wines by the glass, including eight higher-end

Galaxy Wine Room

selections poured from our Napa Technology Wine Stations. We're currently pouring notable selections such as Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon, Shafer One Point Five Cabernet Sauvignon, and Mollydooker Carnival of Love Shiraz. A 6 ounce glass will run $25, which is very near retail price. Prices

What are some of your best sellers?

Moscato, Riesling, Cabernet Sauvignon, and red blends rule the day at the Galaxy.

for on-premise consumption range from $20 for a bottle of

Consistent movers are Borgo Maragliano "La Caliera" Moscato

Cristalino Brut Cava (a dry, traditional method sparkling wine

d'Asti ($9/6 ounce glass, $32/bottle on-premise), Frisk Prickly

from Spain) to $1,250 for a bottle of Chateau Margaux 2003

Riesling ($7/6 ounce glass, $25/bottle on-premise), Buehler

(one of the most famous red wines in the world. It's a first

Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon ($12/6 ounce glass, $42/bottle on-

growth Bordeaux capable of aging gracefully for decades).

premise), Beringer Knights Valley Cabernet Sauvignon ($15/6 ounce

Almost half of our wines by the bottle are priced at $50 or

glass, $52/bottle on-premise), Decoy Sonoma County Red Wine

below for on-premise consumption, offering tremendous value

($12/6 ounce glass, $42/bottle on-premise) and Slo Down "Sexual

and a wide range of selections from around the globe. (Come

Chocolate"($15/6 ounce glass, $52/bottle on-premise.)

in and ask for a bottle of Boutari Santorini Assyrtiko ($48) and

The Galaxy also holds a license for retail "to go" wine sales, giving

the sommelier will be overjoyed!) Standard glass pour prices

guests the opportunity to take a bottle (or two, or twelve!) home at or

are very reasonable, ranging from $6 for a 6 ounce glass of

near state minimum retail price. The sommelier has also been known

our privately-labeled Galaxy house wines (Chardonnay, Pinot

to place special orders for discriminating guests who are looking for

Grigio, White Zinfandel, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon) to

wines not currently stocked in our cellar.

$15 for a 6 ounce glass of Beringer Knights Valley Cabernet

Matt Forrest is Galaxy's sommelier. He is a Certified Sommelier, with Level

Sauvignon (the only wine Galaxy owner Robert Leatherman

2 certification from the Court of Master Sommeliers and Certified Specialist

has ever ordered during my tenure) or a 187ml "split" of

of Wine certification from the Society of Wine Educators.

Laurent Perrier Brut Champagne.

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DINE

If you’re looking for a special place

to wine and dine your valentine, try

Galaxy Filet Mignon

The Galaxy Restaurant in Wadsworth.

According

to

Robin

Wenger,

senior vice-president of operations, Galaxy’s Wine Room and Circle L Steakhouse will offer special features

over Valentine’s Day weekend, in addition to its regular menu. For steak aficionados, try the succulent steak from the restaurant’s beef cattle ranch in Burbank, Ohio (CircleLCattle. com). Or share a one-pound lobster with your dinner partner. Don’t leave without trying the dessert sampler which includes tuxedo strawberries, created by the restaurant’s pastry chef.

Proposals at the restaurant on Valentine’s Day are not unusual.

And with a spacious banquet hall, including a grand ballroom that holds 500 guests, weddings, anniversaries and other joyful events are celebrated often at Galaxy. The restaurant even has a wine wall in the Circle L Steakhouse displaying signed celebration wine bottles from guests.

The Wine Room and the Circle L Steakhouse offer the same

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DIAMONDS

One of the most romantic Valentine’s Day gifts is a diamond

ring, but choosing the right diamond can be daunting.

menu. The Wine Room is an intimate setting with two fireplaces.

“Yes, the 4Cs are important -- cut,

The Steakhouse is a large elegant room with comfortable booths

clarity, color and carats,” says Jason

and a romantic ambience. Sommelier Matt Forrest is on hand

Sheiban of Sheiban Jewelers, a GIA

to help guests with their wine selections. Award-winning chefs

graduate gemologist and a diamond

prepare the food and the well-trained staff provide high quality

expert, “But there’s more to choosing

service. For casual dining, friends can gather at the Sports Bar

a diamond than that. Some diamonds

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“Cut has a lot of impact on what you

The Galaxy Restaurant is a 30,000 square foot complex offering three

see – the cut determines the diamond’s

restaurants and a banquet center all under one roof. Open seven

brilliance, fire and scintillation, or in other

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words, its sparkle.

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“Clarity targets the inclusions or blemishes in a diamond. Diamonds are

created in the earth. Sometimes when temperatures change, a diamond stops growing. As the earth warms, the diamond starts growing again. This can leave a carbon inclusion. The less inclusions in a diamond, the better.”

Color is all about the tone of the stone. “There are some diamonds with tints of yellow or brown. The less color the better, although on

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the opposite end of the spectrum there are fancy yellow diamonds that are quite valuable.” Carats refer to the weight of the stone.

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Page Turners

Books for Lovers ARTICLE MARY OLSON | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

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ove is in the air…and what goes better with love than food and wine? If you’re in the mood for romance and culinary adventure, check out these books from Medina County District Library.

Eight Hundred Grapes by Laura Dave. After learning something about her fiancé that

A Picnic in Provence by Elizabeth Bard. Bard,

marriage, Los Angeles lawyer Georgia Ford

a journalist, and her French husband Gwendal

heads to her family’s vineyard in Northern Cal-

make the impulsive decision when she is six

ifornia to regroup. Instead of the idyllic place

months pregnant to buy a house in Provence.

she grew up, though, Georgia finds her family

Welcomed by the neighbors with a basket of

rocked by uncertainty: her parents’ marriage is

fresh vegetables, the couple soon realizes that

floundering, her brothers are fighting, and her

food is the anchor of life in Provence. A simply

father has decided to sell the vineyard. Laura

delicious memoir of family, friends, and flavor.

turmoil are deeply rooted in the past. This is a charming, fast-moving story of a woman and a family on the edge of major change.

Swans of Fifth Avenue by Melanie Benjamin. Set in New York City in the 1950s and 1960s, Benjamin uses the real-life relationship of writer Truman Capote and socialite Babe Paley to inspire a story of gossip, wealth, secrets, and vulnerability. Capote charmed his way into the hearts of many New York elite, eliciting their deepest secrets and fears. But when he published them, those hearts were broken. Juicy historical fiction from the author of The Aviator’s Wife.

Food: A Love Story by Jim Gaffigan.

Stand-up comic and father of five, Jim Gaffigan loves to eat almost as much as he loves his family. In his inimitable style, he takes us on a journey through the world of his favorite foods, which all happen to be bad for us. His feeble willpower is no contest for the likes of bacon, barbeque, pizza, and milkshakes. A simple ode to the love of eating becomes a hilarious read in Gaffigan’s capable hands.

Kitchens of the Great Midwest by J. Ryan Stradal. An inventive debut novel that explores how an infant girl eating pureed pork shoulder grew up to become a revered chef. Raised in the Midwest by relatives after her mother (a sommelier) abandoned her and her father (a chef ) died suddenly, Eva Thorvald adored flavor from a very young age. Her exquisite palate earned her respect in the restaurant industry, and later, her private dinner parties earned her fame.

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eeding the dog. Simple, right? Well, maybe not, since there

diets simply substitute highly refined starches in place of grains, pro-

are so many choices and so much information available about

viding fewer nutrients and less fiber while costing more.

pet nutrition. There is no best diet for dogs, in spite of all of the marketing campaigns to the contrary. If it sounds too good to

What ingredients should you look for?

Ingredient lists are often used to judge the quality of dog foods,

be true, then it probably is. However, there are many excellent

but this approach is very subjective and you can easily be fooled

commercially available dog foods. Several pet food manufactur-

by the manipulation of pet food manufacturers. Ingredients

ers also have veterinary prescription diets specifically designed

are listed in order of weight, including water, so anything with

to prevent and treat many common disorders. One example is

high-water content, such as fresh meats and vegetables, will be

Royal Canin, which makes a complete line of therapeutic diets in

listed higher than similar dry ingredients even though the nutri-

addition to wellness diets for all life stages.

ent content may be less. Dogs require nutrients, not ingredients;

What diets are best for your dog ?

therefore a diet full of ingredients for marketing purposes can be

Look for diets that are made by reputable companies that have

less nutritious than a diet containing less appealing ingredients

been around for a long time. They often have long histories of pro-

that are high in nutrients. For example, many by-products are

ducing quality diets. Look for recent information on pet food recalls

far more nutrient dense than whole meats on a per weight basis,

and the reason for the recall. Was it due to poor quality ingredients

however, the terminology is less appealing to humans.

or lack of quality control? Also, make sure that you are feeding a diet that is appropriate for your dog’s life stage. Puppies have nutritional

Are home-cooked diets healthier for your dog?

High quality commercial diets generally offer the best nutrition

requirements that differ from adult dogs and should be fed a diet

with the most convenience and affordability. However, some pet

appropriate for growth.Wet and dry foods do not differ nutritionally;

owners prefer to prepare home-cooked diets to control ingredients

however, since wet foods are 75% water, dogs need to eat a lot more

and allow customization of the diet for their dog. If you choose to cook

to get the same number of calories.

for your dog, make sure that the diet you pick has been formulated by

How much money should you spend on dog food?

a qualified veterinary nutritionist. Avoid raw diets, as there is no sub-

Expense doesn’t always equal quality. A higher price often means

stantial evidence that these diets are better than cooked diets. On the

higher quality ingredients and better quality control, but be careful

contrary, raw diets have been associated with many health concerns.

that you’re not paying for fancy packaging and creative market-

Use these facts and the advice of your veterinarian to make the

ing. For example, a new trend towards “grain-free” diets has creat-

best decision on what to feed your dog to keep him or her happy and

ed some relatively expensive new diets for dogs. However, there is

healthy for a very long time.

no scientific evidence that grains are bad for dogs. On the contrary, grains contribute valuable nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, fiber,

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Giving Back

The Story behind

(Below) Photograph by Kristy Steeves (Left) The Norway Spruce towers over the Bender home. Photo provided.

Medina's Christmas Tree ARTICLE NANCY JOHNSON | PHOTOGRAPHY KRISTY STEEVES

J

ulie Bender wasn't crazy about the pine

contributing to the community. He decided

small local charity that really needs the help.

tree in her Medina front yard. Overgrown at

he would donate his services to chop down

I love animals and the Medina Raptor Center

the tree on behalf of the Odd Fellows.

is a wonderful place."

20 feet, the Norway Spruce cast a dark shadow through her living room window.

That spring, Jeff sheared the tree so it

Laura Jordan of Medina Raptor Center

"The first year we lived in our home, my

would bulk up over the next seven months.

is thrilled. "We sure appreciate the help. In

husband strung lights to the very top of the

"So it would look more like a Christmas

2015 we took in about 600 injured birds.

tree," Julie says,"By the following year, it was

tree," he says. The tree came down in mid-

We have three veterinarians who donate

too big to decorate."

November, with the top 13 feet transferred

their services, plus many volunteers. It's a

to Medina Square's gazebo.

wonderful thing to see an injured bird begin

In April, 2015, Julie and her husband Dan decided to have the tree removed. Julie called

After being decorated by Main Street Medina

several tree trimming companies and settled

staff members and volunteers in preparation

So, let's recap -- the Benders donated

on Treemasters of Medina. Treemasters

for Candlelight Walk, the Christmas tree was

the tree that was chopped down for free

arborist Jeff Bumbulis took a look at the tree

lit by Medina Mayor Dennis Hanwell before an

by Treemasters on behalf of Medina's Odd

and gave the couple an estimate. Then he

estimated crowd of 4000.

Fellows, who donate their time to worthy

offered an alternative.

On

"I told them I could chop down the tree that

Christmas

photographer

Kristy

night,

professional

Steeves took

a

to heal and eventually fly back into the wild."

causes. The tree was decorated by volunteers and

photographed

by

a

professional

spring," says Jeff, "But if they waited until mid-

photograph of the tree. "It was overcast that

photographer who is donating the proceeds

November, I would chop down the tree for free."

night, but I waited to get the perfect shot. All

for the sale of the photo to the Medina Raptor

of a sudden, the clouds cleared and there

Center. The Medina Raptor Center is manned

was the full moon, just behind the gazebo."

by a staff of volunteers, including three

Jeff asked Julie if she would donate the tree to the city. If so, he would donate his services to remove the tree. Julie agreed.

Jeff and certified arborist and Medina

Kristy snapped the picture and posted it on

veterinarians who donate their time to care

Facebook. The next day, Kristy's phone started

for injured birds. And that, Medina County, is

Jansen

ringing as the photograph went viral. It seemed

why you inspire us.

Wehrley, are in charge of finding Medina's

just about everybody wanted a copy of the photo.

Contact Kristy Steeves at 216.469.9981 or

Christmas tree. Jeff is also a member of

"I decided to donate proceeds from the

visit KristySteevesPhotography.com Learn

the Independent Order of Odd Fellows of

sale of the photograph to the Medina Raptor

more about the Medina Raptor Center at

Medina, a group of local men dedicated to

Center," says Kristy. "I wanted to choose a

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many couples from slipping away on a romantic vacation. But when the

opportunity does come around, getting it right is the way to create memorable moments that will last a lifetime.

RIVER CRUISING IN EUROPE

Cruising in Europe is said to be the fastest growing travel segment of all time.

Exotic destinations, intimate settings, and smaller ships are some of the reasons why river cruising is so appealing to couples. The perfect antidote to our fastpaced world, river cruising is an opportunity to relax in the slow lane. As your ship sails quietly along, you’ll absorb the scenery, hop off to explore riverside towns and discover exciting new cultures, all in one vacation. There are a variety of ships to choose from; many have unique options like Avalon’s exclusive Panorama Suites.

These suites offer exceptional accommodations with more space to stretch out, innovative room configurations to enhance every view, and a huge open-air balcony that provides an indoor/outdoor seating area without sacrificing valuable cabin space. From meandering through Europe to quiet moments in your cabin – river cruising is all about romance.

FUN IN THE SUN

Who can resist jetting off to the exotic Caribbean? Most islands are very easy to visit with short flights and generally only one connection. Crystal clear blue waters, expansive white sandy beaches, the calypso sounds of steel drums and the sincere hospitality of the locals make the Caribbean an exceptional choice. Stay in a villa or at an all-inclusive resort; the options are endless.

Sandals and Couples Resorts tend to be the leaders in romantic vacations.

Sandals Resorts tout “The closer you look, the better we look.” Sandals has done an excellent job in enhancing every detail of its resorts, making it the leader in luxury-included romantic vacations. With more inclusions than any other resort, Sandals is geared for couples in love. Romantic fire pits, unique love-nest suites, offshore islands and gorgeous white sandy beaches can all be found at Sandals resorts in Jamaica, St. Lucia, Bahamas, Antigua, Grenada, and Barbados. Gourmet dining and a fine selection of Mondavi wines offer choices that will please any palette. Whether you're planning a destination wedding, vow-renewal, romantic getaway or honeymoon, you just can’t go wrong with a Sandals Resort. Romance is what Sandals does best.

“No worries, mon” is the vibe and laid-back, simple ambience at any of the Couples Resorts in Ochos Rios and Negril, Jamaica. In fact, Couples Resorts is the only venue where a chief romance officer is on staff. A romance concierge will help you select from a menu of romantic indulgent experiences. Choose from a wide range of options like an intimate cruise for two or breakfast along the shore at sunrise. With a pleasing price, Couples Resorts is affordable for almost anyone.

CLOSER TO HOME

If travel out of the country is not in your budget, then consider an overnight trip to the Gervasi Winery in Canton, Ohio. Only 45 minutes from Medina, this is a quintessential weekend escape where you'll discover a fine selection of wines, culinary experiences, entertainment, and intimate villas with breathtaking views.

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Local Limelight

Standing Tall

JON TESKE TAKES GAME TO NEW HEIGHTS

ARTICLE RICK NOLAND | PHOTOGRAPHY RON SCHWANE

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lmost every day, and sometimes two or three times a day, Jon Teske gets the same question: How tall are you?

An 18-year-old senior at Medina High and the reigning MVP for Medina County boys' basketball, Teske occasionally wants to give a sarcastic answer.

But even when his mood is bad, which isn't often, his polite nature won't allow it.

Teske, who already has a full athletic scholarship to continue his basketball career at the University of Michigan, doesn't go into all this detail, but here's the answer to the question he gets, from people young and old, more than 500 times a year: He is 7 feet tall in bare feet and listed at 7-1 on Medina's official roster.

"I've always been the tallest kid in my class, so I don't worry about it anymore," he says. "I just kind of roll with it and have fun with it."

It helps that Teske's height isn't that notable at home. His father, Ben, is 6-8 and his mother, Julie, is 6-1. Both played basketball at Grace College in Indiana. Sister Hannah, a junior at the University of Akron and former high school swimmer, is 6-2, while younger sister Abby, a junior basketball player for Medina, is 6-0.

It helps, too, that Teske has seen where his height -- and hard work --Â can take him. He started on Medina's varsity basketball team as a 15-year-old freshman, when he was 6-9 and 205 pounds, then grew to 6-11, 215 as a sophomore. Teske really blossomed as a 7-0, 230-pound junior, when he helped the Bees reach the Division I regional semifinals (final 16 teams), and now weighs almost 250 pounds.

Mixing occasional 3-pointers with an array of lowpost moves, Teske averaged 16.8 points, 10.3 rebounds and 6.7 blocks in Medina's final 12 games last season.

More impressive, he did so against teams that had a combined 155-69 record (.692), six league championships and at least 10 major college prospects.

Teske is also the biggest reason why the Bees are one of the favorites to win the Greater Cleveland Conference this season, but except for becoming more vocal in terms of leading his teammates, his personality hasn't changed much since his family moved from Michigan to Medina prior to his sixth-grade year.

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"He's quiet," Bees junior point guard Ben Geschke says. "He's not a very loud kid. He's very focused on school. He's just incredibly nice to everyone."

Chris Hassinger, who took over the Medina boys' program prior to Teske's junior season but was coaching the girls' varsity prior to that, is impressed not only by his star player's development on the court, but also by the personality traits that have remained consistent throughout.

"A lot of times with big-time players come big-time egos," Hassinger says. "It's the total opposite with Jon. He's an unbelievable human being. He's just got it all, as a person and a player."

Teske, who owns a 3.5 grade-point average and plans to major in accounting at Michigan, is highly unlikely to ever become a credit-grabbing, trash-talking player, but don't be fooled by his quiet demeanor.

"He's our best leader," Hassinger says. "People don't realize it. He's the director of everything that goes on out there, especially defensively."

Hassinger believes Teske, who faces constant double- and triple-teaming in high school, has a chance to become an All-Big Ten center at Michigan, but the coach's praise doesn't end there.

"I'm 100 percent sure he can play professionally somewhere," Hassinger says. "The work ethic is there; the skill is there. There's not many guys like him."

For now, Teske is a high school student. Still needing to shave just once a week, capable of adding another 20 pounds of muscle without losing any mobility and possibly not yet done growing, he is learning to not only embrace his height, but use it to his full advantage.

"He doesn't hesitate to tell anyone he's 7 foot now," his dad Ben says. "With his basketball development and Michigan (scholarship), he's starting to see where it's opening doors."

Teske may have to duck a bit when he goes through those doors, but he's not complaining.

"Everywhere I go, I know someone is staring at me, but I've kind of gotten used to that," he says. "I have young kids running up to me all the time, so that's nice. You never know how you might impact someone."

Rick Noland is the assistant sports editor at The (Medina County) Gazette.

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Locals Choice

Scott and Tina Sabol A FEW OF OUR FAVORITE THINGS

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ARTICLE NANCY JOHNSON | PHOTOGRAPHY ERIN BAKA WHO: Scott and Tina Sabol. Scott is the morning meteorologist at WJW Fox

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ty District Library. Married for 13 ½ years, the couple met at television station WBOY in Clarksburg, West Virginia. Scott is originally from Hudson; Tina is from Medina. The couple live in Medina with their two children.

TINA’S FAVORITES

1. I got this t-shirt my freshman year of high school. I actually lost the original my junior year and bought this one from a friend. I still wear it; it’s always been so comfortable.

2. If there’s one thing that defines us as a couple, it’s our love of travel.

We bought the print in Florence, Italy several years ago. The table runner is from my trip to Greece with my mom in September, 2015.

3. Running brings me clarity. Scott and I work out together, but running is my own.

4. I can’t live without my blender. I’ve used it every day for the past three

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years and it’s never let me down. My smoothie recipe is 5 strawberries, ¼

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5. We adopted Gracie when she was 6 weeks old. She fit in the palm of my hand. She was so timid. We gave her a bath with coconut shampoo, fed her a bowl of food and suddenly our timid dog was running all over, up and down,

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everywhere. She’s 13 now, so she’s slowed down, just a little bit.

SCOTT’S FAVORITES

6. My baseball glove is like an old friend. I've had it since my senior year of high school. I played in high school and college at St. Louis University (Parks

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College.) I played second and third base and pitched.

7. I love taking photographs and I’m a big movie buff. Tina and I watch between 80 – 100 movies a year.

8. I’ve worked at WJW Fox 8 since I moved back 13 years ago. As a kid in fourth grade, I was one of Dick Goddard’s local weather watchers. I would call in to report significant weather events. I interned at Channel 8 during college.

9. I’ve been a drummer for a long time. I was in the high school concert 5

band and I'm a big progressive rock fan, especially of the band Rush. I don’t play in a band, but enjoy playing when I get a chance.

10. I'm the oldest in a family of five kids. I always knew I wanted a family of my own. We have two kids, ages 10 and 8. Being a dad, coaching their sports and finding fun things to do as a family is always very fulfilling.

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