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Accountability A woman in the audience said owners of blighted properties should be held accountable.

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Charging station dedicated Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge held a dedication of its new public Electric Vehicle Charging Station, the first of its kind for the National Wildlife Refuge System. Powered by the sun, this new service along Route 2 will be provided free to the public and will help promote conservation and the use of clean energy. U.S. Representative Marcy Kaptur opened the charging station. At right, Phil Trumbull, of Woodville, who was the first to charge a vehicle, explains to Kaptur the workings of his electric-powered Tesla. (Press photos by Ken Grosjean)

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By Larry Limpf News Editor news@presspublications.com The president of the Woodmore school board Tuesday responded to questions about a discrepancy in the district’s cash reconciliation reports.

Steve Huss read a prepared statement during the board’s meeting, focusing on a “reconciling adjustment of $77,033” to close the district’s books for fiscal year 2014, which ended last June 30. Former treasurer Kevin Slates had abruptly resigned at the time and administration staff and an interim treasurer were unable to reconcile the numbers.

“The district needed to close its books to be able to pay bills and keep the (elementary school) building project going among other things,” Huss read. “Our staff was concerned about not completely balancing the funds, and I, as president of the board, signed a statement acknowledging that we would use the numbers that had been left and move forward from there to fix the problem.”

A cash reconciliation statement dated July 25 includes Huss’s handwritten name

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A crowd of 40 people showed up at the East Toledo Senior Activities Center on White St. to get a chance to vent their concerns to Toledo Mayor Paula Hicks-Hudson, who spent about 90 minutes addressing issues ranging from blighted properties to economic development.

But Hicks-Hudson spent most of the time responding to questions about how to get rid of dilapidated and abandoned buildings in East Toledo.

Many in the crowd had a story to tell about crumbling, sometimes vacant structures that were bringing down their neighborhoods.

For example, someone asked HicksHudson what was being done about the former Masonic Temple at Fourth and Main streets, which has been in bad shape.

“It’s been empty for so long,” said a woman. “There are bricks falling off of it.”

“We don’t have any plans at this point that I’m aware of,” said Hicks-Hudson.

Councilman Mike Craig, who helped field some of the questions, said the building was purchased last year for about $350.

“Unfortunately, they kind of snuck it out from under the Land Bank,” said Craig.

The Lucas County Land Bank acquires vacant and abandoned foreclosed buildings to demolish or sell for renovation in an effort to rebuild blighted neighborhoods.

Craig said the owner had no plans to rebuild.

“The way the Land Bank operates,” said Hicks-Hudson, “is that they purchase a property that is tax delinquent, but also have to have a plan by which they are going to renovate it or do something with it within a certain period of time. They’re able to control it. What they try to do is get it to an end user who has a plan to fix it up, so something must be screwy about this - to pay $350, and nothing has been done.”

followed by “use these figures to balance June, 2014 & move forward.”

The $77,033 figure is listed with the district’s investments of bonds, certificates of deposit and the STAR Ohio program.

Since then, the board and administration have tried to locate the source of the discrepancy, Huss read, and the current treasurer, Jaime Pearson, who was hired in October, asked for and received permission to retain an outside accounting firm. “The issue has been discussed openly, although perhaps some in the public had not heard about it, More importantly, the board and staff have made great efforts to pursue the

matter, and then turned to an independent firm a few months ago to help bring this matter to a successful close. With this additional assistance, we expect that this matter will be corrected in the immediate future.”

The July 25 statement has been the subject of much social media discussion in the district and Joe Liszak, a member of the board’s finance committee, recently asked the Ottawa County prosecutor’s office to review some of the district’s statements.

He made the decision to seek the review after hearing a report from Pearson to the committee that she had to restate several months of cash reconciliations because they hadn’t correctly balanced.

Brittany Halpin, a spokesperson for the Ohio auditor’s office, said the office is conducting a financial audit of the district for fiscal 2014 and couldn’t comment on specific details.

Voters in the district on May 4 will decide a request for a 0.75 percent income tax and renewal of a 4.15-mill property tax levy.

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Action on blight Continued from front page

Little Shop of Horrors

Genoa Civic Theatre will present the musical comedy “Little Shop of Horrors.” Performances will be May 1, 2 and 8, 9 at 8 pm, and May 3 and 10 at 2 pm. Seniors and students $10, adults $12. At left, Trevor Rhyans, as Seymour, confronts the man-eating-plant. Top right, Val Widmer, Laura Buchanan, Carly Miltz, Caitlin Phillips, and (bottom photo) Amanda Fox in rehearsal. For more information call 419-855-3103. (Press photos

by Ken Grosjean) pay 10 percent. So on a $30,000 house, they would have to turn over $3,000 for escrow.

So if a house is completely totaled, the insurance company sends a check for $3,000 to the City of Toledo. We hold that money until they either rebuild the house, or tear it down and remove the debris,” said Craig.

Hicks-Hudson said sometimes there’s a delay because arson investigations take time.

“But ten years doesn’t make sense,” she said. “By now, the statute of limitations has probably run out.”

There is no money for demolition in the city budget, she said.

“All the demolition money that’s being used is with the Land Bank. What we’re trying to do, for the next budget cycle, is to put money into it so we have our own funds to prepare for demolition of properties. I think the estimate is about three thousand structures city-wide that need to come down.

And we don’t have nearly enough money to do all that. That’s a major challenge that we have,” she said.

The big picture A man in the audience said the East Side needs a leader who will look at the “big picture” of what needs to be done to improve the neighborhoods and spur economic development.

“The value of the homes goes down, the demand for houses is less, you have crime,

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so often. But that’s the problem. They’re not being held accountable. How can you help us get them to be accountable?”

“Has the owner been summoned into court?” asked the mayor.

“I don’t think so,” said Craig. “Not yet.”

“That’s the first step we have to take,” said Hicks-Hudson.

She said she will take the information back to her administration and ask them to follow up on the status of the property.

“You have to give them notice that their property is in non-compliance. We are hoping through the realignment of code enforcement that we have a better handle on making sure those things happen efficiently.

That is critical. One of the things we’re trying to do in this administration is to be more receptive and attentive to these kinds of issues,” she said.

Craig said equipment upgrades for code enforcement inspectors should increase the number of code violations that are issued and shorten the timeframe for property owners to be in compliance.

“It took an inordinate amount of time to do all of the paperwork that needs to be done for each inspection. Now they’re getting tablets. It’s all getting done on the tablet.

It almost doubles the amount of time they can be in the field, so hopefully that will double the number of inspections,” said Craig. “A lot fewer things will be falling through the cracks.”

Hicks-Hudson said council approved the purchase of the tablets last year, but many inspectors still haven’t been trained in how to use them.

“Since I’ve become mayor, I’ve found that it’s taken too long to get them up and running. So I’m really pushing the departments to get the folks trained and get them out there using this equipment so we can begin to make it happen. It shouldn’t take that long. I’m trying to find out why it’s taking so long. We need to be working on the administration side to get it up and running so that we’re not doing this old paper system.”

Craig said the inspectors should be using them in the field within the next two weeks.

“Are they going to double their productivity in the first week? I doubt that. But I would expect by the end of the first month, there should be an increase in productivity,” he said.

One woman said she’s been complaining about a house at 861 McKinley Street since 2005 when it burned down.

“It was an arson fire in 2005. I’ve reported it so many times. The inspector puts a notice on a pillar outside. But if you look on AREIS, the owner is deceased. I don’t know who he expects to pay for that. The taxes have been accumulating on it,” she said.

“One of the things for arson fires and nuisance fires, if they have insurance on those homes, Ohio law requires owners to

blight, and other problems. There never seems to be a big picture of where we’re moving to. Never have I heard a mayor say, `I’m going to take the bully pulpit – I’m going to get the banks, real estate people and everyone involved and we’re going to make a change in the neighborhood, make the value of homes go up so people will want to come there and live. Right now, we don’t have police living here, we don’t have firemen living here. Anyone with any amount of money wants to live somewhere else Oregon, Maumee, Perrysburg – anywhere that the demand of housing is great. What we’re left with is people who live here, people who have lived here for a long time. We want to make the decision of whether to put money in our home, and make the value of our home go up, which we can’t, because the rest of the street is going to hell. There never seems to be anybody at the top wanting the big picture. Without the big picture,

we’re never going to win. We can sit here and think we’re going to do something about it. But I just don’t see it without the kind of leadership we need to have a full court press on this issue. When they want to put ProMedica downtown or do something like that, there’s a great deal of effort, everyone comes together, there’s excitement, money flows, things happen, But when it comes to neighborhoods, especially on the East Side, it just goes nowhere. I think we need someone to step up and say `Hey all you bankers, all you people, come together, let’s decide how we’re going to do this,” he said to a burst of applause.

Hudson-Hicks said she has met with business leaders who feel the same way.

“It was very interesting because they have said from a different vantage point the same thing you’re saying. I believe that there is an opportunity now for us to get everyone in the room to talk about moving the city forward. You’re right. It’s the big picture. How do we bring dollars back into the community, how do we get folks to reinvest, how do we bring economic development back into the area that will help neighborhoods come together. In talking with some of these same business leaders, we need to figure out how to make it happen,” she said. The business community is also seeing things you’re seeing – there are folks moving away and they can’t make money either. So we’re trying to pull those folks together to do it.”

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Walbridge Library plans expansion

By Larry Limpf News Editor news@presspublications.com A survey of a vacant lot owned by the Village of Walbridge on Main Street is being conducted as a preliminary step to the village vacating a portion of an adjacent alley and allowing the local branch of the Wood County District Public Library to expand.

Mayor Ed Kolanko said the survey will determine boundary lines and identify any easements.

Vacating the alley right-of-way would require passage of an ordinance by village council.

The library has asked the village to consider donating the lot so the library can expand its branch at 108 N. Main.

Michael Penrod, director of the district library, said the library would like to add space for meetings and programs and upgrade the branch’s technological capabilities.

Mayor Kolanko said the village hasn’t been provided any plans in writing by the library, adding the vacant lot is only “under consideration for donation to the Wood County Library for expansion.”

But he said he’s “excited the potential this relationship…brings to the village.”

“Veteran’s Park would make an ideal setting next to the expansion for library patrons,” the mayor said.

Penrod said the current library building, which opened in 1987, is about 4,048 square feet. An expansion would almost

double the floor space. The building’s interior and roof were renovated in 2007.

If the property is donated, the library would gather input from the public and village and Lake school officials through focus groups before retaining an architect to prepare design plans,” he said.

“It’s very early in the process for us,” Penrod said. “We only heard last fall the village had acquired the property and removed the building on it. Use of the library has been growing. But now, if we have a program for 50 or 60 children they are on the floor.”

Some residents living behind the library between Union and Perry streets contend vacating that portion of the alley will create problems.

Tamra Williams, of E. Union, said her

garage has been damaged several times by vehicles trying to turn east into the alley.

Vacating the section of the alley between Main Street and a north-south alley connecting Union and Perry will only compound the problem because vehicles won’t be able to turn into the alley from Main, she said.

“It’s really too tight of a turn and the visibility is poor,” she said.

She voiced her concerns during the April 15 meeting of village council and she plans to ask her neighbors to join her again before council.

“Also, where are those people going to park?” Williams said. “We already have a parking issue as it is.”

Mayor Kolanko said residential concerns will be addressed.

Continued from front page cuts are planned whether the levies pass or not but the board has targeted about $625,752 in additional cuts for the next school year if the income tax isn’t approved.

David Teal, a resident, said the district may be more likely to approve additional revenues if Huss, Grant Cummings, the board vice president, and members Corinna Bench and Julie Bowman were to resign.

“The threat/plea that services and educational options will have to be reduced will fall on deaf ears of many voters,” he said. “Your resignations, however, just may influence these people to take a chance on a new board by voting in favor of the levies to get the district’s financial ship righted.”

Arts supported Several students and residents Tuesday asked the board to spare the drama and music programs from being slashed if the additional tax revenues are not approved.

Emily Barringer, a student, credited teacher Tracey Nycz for the growth of the district’s choir program.

By cutting it, the board would also be “taking away career opportunities” for students, she said.

Teresa Wright, a parent, also praised Nycz and said music should be one of the last programs to be cut, citing data showing those students routinely score higher on SAT and math tests than many of their peers.

She said music teachers are used to make school districts “look good to the public” by having choirs and bands perform in parades, musicals and other venues “outside the school day.”

But when finances get tight, “Music teachers are the first to be considered for elimination,” she said.

Kevin Baumgartner, a student, drew some laughs when he credited Nycz and Marcia Busdeker, who’s directed many school plays and musicals, for his development as a student.

He described himself as a shy, awkward freshman before he became involved in the arts, saying it’s “changed my life.”

Fundraiser

A Fundraiser to benefit 14-year-old Lorin Grimes, of Pemberville, who is awaiting a double-lung transplant, will be held Saturday, April 25 at St. Jerome Church, 300 Warner St., Walbridge. The event is sponsored by COTA – Children’s Organ Transplant Association, a national 501(c)3 that helps children and young adults who need a lifesaving transplant by providing fundraising and family assistance.

Grimes was diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis at the age of 15 months. CF is a progressive disease that affects mainly the lungs and digestive system. After years of damage from the effects of CF, Lorin’s only hope is a lifesaving lung transplant.

The fundraiser will include a chicken dinner, served from 5-8 p.m. and assorted activities, including black jack, a silent auction, split-the-pot raffle and more, which will run from 5-11 p.m. Doors open at 4:30 p.m.

All funds raised are used for transplantrelated services. Online donations are being accepted at http://cota.donorpages.com/ PatientOnlineDonation/COTAforLorinG. Gifts are tax-deductible.

For more information, call 419-7041575 (day or evenings), or 419-836-1441 (evenings).

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With the help of the community, Metroparks of the Toledo Area planted more than 8,000 silver maple, walnut, swamp white oak, white oak, red oak and pin oak bareroot trees in five Metroparks over five days. Nathaniel Cuhn, Abigail Cronin, and Andrew Cousino (left to right), part of a large volunteer group from Cardinal Stritch High School, spent the morning helping to plant the trees in Pearson Park April 17.

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Oregon to consider creating substitute city support staff

By Kelly J. Kaczala Press News Editor kkaczala@presspublications.com Oregon City Council on Monday will consider an ordinance that will create the classification of substitute clerical support staff that would fill in for city employees who are on vacation or sick leave.

City Administrator Mike Beazley said he’s been grappling with the issue for a while, but has not been able to address it until now. “This is a new approach to try and deal with a leaner clerical support staff. In response to the recession in 2010 and 2011, the city allowed some vacancies to remain when there were some retirements,� said Beazley at a meeting on Monday. “We created a problem that has made it difficult for vacation or sick time when we end up with not having a person to backfill a position in building inspection or maybe in police records. I came up with a number of approaches to solving them, but none of my plans worked. I’m always willing to try things. When they don’t work, I try some-

thing else. What I wanted to avoid was just simply staffing up and adding more fulltime positions because while we need individuals on occasion, we don’t need them all the time. The ordinance would create positions that would be the functional equivalent of substitute teachers.�

Eligible candidates, he said, could be retirees or “someone who would want to come to work in Oregon someday.� “It would create a pool of clerical support staff that could come in, and maybe not be ready to do everything that one of our full-time employees does, but handles and meets the public’s needs, and serves the public’s business in a way that is financially and fiscally responsible,� said Beazley. “I have not tried this before. It’s something I know some other places have done. I would like to try it and see how we do with it. I think it’s the sort of thing that gives some flexibility to a department that’s basically a challenge. I know the police department will be ready to take advantage of this, and building inspection.

Those departments that have a fairly narrow clerical support staff in places like tax

or water billing where we have three clerks, we wouldn’t need this. But where we have one or two people, it can become a problem when we have a hard time getting the work done in a timely fashion. So we are looking to council action on this to fill these positions. They are not full-time or part-time, but on-call positions. I’m excited about trying this. I think our department heads are as well.�

Councilman Joshua Hughes asked Beazley if the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME), the public employees’ union, is on board with the idea. “Sure,� said Beazley. “These will be bargaining unit positions. They would pay pro-rated union dues. We had a meeting with AFSCME a few weeks ago. We talked about this challenge, that none of the solutions we’ve tried have worked particularly well, and that this would be the next step we’d try.�

Councilman James Seaman asked how many substitutes would be in the pool. “That’s something we’ll learn as we go,� said Beazley. “In the beginning, we’ll

want at least two or three. We want to get folks trained to do a variety of things, and make sure they come in and be useful.

We’ll see what works.�

Councilman Tim Zale asked if the substitute staff would assume the pay step of the person they replaced, or start at the bottom step. “Those are some of the things we’re working on,� said Beazley. “But we’re looking to use the secretarial staff position.

There will be no benefits. Pay will range from $20-$25 per hour. The lower pay range would start at step 1 if they are without any experience. If they have experience, they could start at a higher step. That would be a decision that would be made at the time of appointment to the pool based on their particular experience they brought to the pool.�

Councilman Terry Reeves asked if the pool of employees would get hiring preference for future positions in the city. “We do not have a mechanism in our civil service rules that would provide for a classified position,� said Beazley.

Grand opening set A grand opening celebration will be held for the Black Swamp Conservancy Homestead, 4825 Sugar Ridge Rd., Pemberville, Saturday May 2 at 10 a.m.

It will include viewing of the historic home and offices; mini tours of the woods and prairie; and a nature walk through the 80-acre woods to the heron rookery.

Optional nature walk will embark promptly at 11 a.m. The walk will take place on rustic, unimproved paths that are generally quite wet. Muck/rain boots or old shoes are highly recommended.

Guests are asked to park in the Eastwood Schools lot directly across the road.

RSVP by calling 419-833-1025 or email sbrokamp@blackswamp.org.

Women’s Connection All area women are invited to attend the “Spring into Fashion at Change of Seasons� luncheon and program sponsored by the Toledo East Women’s Connection Thursday, May 14 at the Bayside Boardwalk, 2759 Seaman St., Oregon.

Doors will open at 11:30 a.m. for the noon buffet lunch. A style show featuring spring fashions will be presented by Change of Seasons consignment shop in Perrysburg. Music will be provided by Beth Matsinger and her mother, Judy Asmus Hill. Carol Yanico, of Brooklyn, Ohio, will speak on, “My Priceless Security Blanket.�

The cost is $11.50, all inclusive. For reservations, call Dorothy at 419-691-9611 or Marilyn at 419-666-1633.

Global Youth Day

Twenty-two teams, consisting of 300 adult and youth volunteers helped clean-up East Toledo neighborhoods for the 10th annual Global Youth Service day held last Friday and Saturday. At left, Ean Roulette is hard at work. At right, Daniel Southwood and Stephan Roberts clean sidewalks. (Photos courtesy of Roger Dodsworth)

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• Amie L. Zurawski, 4338 Westway, Toledo, bound over to the Lucas County grand jury, receiving stolen property.

• Serena D. Legeza, 425 Arden, Toledo, bound over to the Lucas County grand jury, tampering with records.

• Serena D. Legeza, 425 Arden, Toledo, bound over to the Lucas County grand jury, identity fraud.

• Serena D. Legeza, 425 Arden, Toledo, bound over to the Lucas County grand jury, forgery.

• Andrea Ribas, 2007 Hurd, Toledo, 180 days CCNO, 177 days suspended, license suspended 189 days, $846 court costs and fines, operating a motor vehicle under the influence.

• Sara Amanda Brown, 139 Heffner, Toledo, 180 days CCNO, 177 days suspended, license suspended 180 days, $1,096 court costs and fines, operating a motor vehicle under the influence.

• Ashley Faith Mason, 811 Bartley, Toledo, 180 days CCNO, 177 days suspended, license suspended 180 days, $896 court costs and fines, operating a motor vehicle under the influence.

• Emily J. Klempner, 4820 295th St., Toledo, 90 days CCNO, 60 days suspended, $162 court costs and fines, attempt to commit an offense.

• Brett J. Palmer, 20713 Meier, St. Clair, MI, license suspended 180 days, $112 court costs and fines, possession of drugs.

• Ryan M. Snyder, 1124 Merry Dell, Oregon, 90 days CCNO, 75 days suspended, $237 court costs and fines, possessing drug abuse instruments.

• Allyson Sue Alcorn, no address, 30 days CCNO, 30 days suspended, $162 court costs and fines, unauthorized use of property.

• Derek Paul Davis, 2510 Olivewood, Toledo, 90 days CCNO, 60 days suspended,

Court Log $287 court costs and fines, attempt to commit an offense.

• Shavanna Terrese Taylor, 504 Euclid, Toledo, 90 days CCNO, 30 days suspended, $187 court costs and fines, attempt to commit an offense.

• Kenneth Allen Thatcher, 10487 County Rd. 4, Swanton, 180 days CCNO, 120 days suspended, $237 court costs and fines, dangerous drugs.

• Todd Alan White, 253 W. Capistrano, Toledo, 90 days CCNO, 85 days suspended, $187 court costs and fines, attempt to commit an offense.

• Basilia Ann Smith, 609 Oswald, Toledo, 180 days CCNO, 150 days suspended, $187 court costs and fines, theft.

• Alfredo Jaso, 1411 Kelsey, Toledo, 180 days CCNO, 170 days suspended, $137 court costs and fines, receiving stolen property.

• Arturo Martinez, 6481 Nissen, Curtice, $97 court costs and fines, disorderly conduct.

• Anthony William Beno, 3002 Airport, Toledo, $187 court costs and fines, misuse of credit card.

• Holly Lynn Clark, 3002 Airport, Toledo, 180 days CCNO, 160 days suspended, $187 court costs and fines, misuse of credit card.

• Angelo Miguel Herrera, 2330 Caledonia, Toledo, $162 court costs and fines, disorderly conduct.

• April A. Osborne, 770 Woodside, Vermilion, Ohio, 90 days CCNO, $187 court costs and fines, resisting arrest.

• Audrianna Carmel Zepeda, 118 Birchwood, Monroe, MI, 90 days CCNO, 80

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days suspended, $50 court costs and fines, attempt to commit an offense.

• Audrianna Carmel Zepeda, 118 Birchwood, Monroe, MI, 180 days CCNO, 170 days suspended, $187 court costs and fines, theft.

• Donald Harris, 5551 Nevada, Toledo, bound over to the Lucas County grand jury, burglary.

• Timothy H. Lynch, 580 Ames, Elm, Ohio, 180 days CCNO, 170 days suspended, license suspended one year, $896 court costs and fines, operating a motor vehicle under the influence.

• Judith Marlene Fox, 7771 Kirkwood, Newport, MI, 180 days CCNO, 177 days suspended, license suspended 180 days, $696 court costs and fines, operating a motor vehicle under the influence.

• Walter J. Ward, 3120 Flame, Oregon, 180 days CCNO, 174 days suspended, license suspended 180 days, $846 court costs and fines, OVI. • James E. Gover, 909 Indiana, Toledo, 180 days CCNO, 177 days suspended, license suspended one year, $896 court costs and fines, operating a motor vehicle under the influence.

• Tisha Marie-Jewell Schlegel, 2327 Georgetown, Toledo, 180 days CCNO, 177 days suspended, license suspended six months, $471 court costs and fines, operating a motor vehicle under the influence.

• Anthony M. Rizo, 561 Yondota, Toledo, 180 days CCNO, 156 days suspended, license suspended 80 days, $1,096 court costs and fines, operating a motor vehicle under the influence.

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• Jordan Laskey, 619 Lorraine, Bowling Green, 180 days CCNO, 174 days suspended, license suspended 180 days, operating a motor vehicle under the influence.

• Kathleen J. Bowles, 1255 Fremont Pike, Woodville, 180 days CCNO, 174 days suspended, license suspended 180 days, operating a motor vehicle under the influence.

• Austin K. Cover, 3850 Homewood, Toledo, 180 days CCNO, 177 days suspended, license suspended 180 days, $896 court costs and fines, operating a motor vehicle under the influence.

• Danielle N. Alvarado, 1119 Nevada, Toledo, 30 days CCNO, 30 days suspended, $50 court costs and fines, unauthorized use of property.

• Kenneth Preston Schaade, 309 S. Keyser, Deshler, 30 days CCNO, 30 days suspended, $187 court costs and fines, unauthorized use of property.

• Kenneth Preston Schaade, 309 S. Keyser, Deshler, 30 days CCNO, 30 days suspended, $50 court costs and fines, criminal trespass.

• Amber R. Schreiner, 150 E. Center, Fostoria, $137 court costs and fines, unauthorized use of property.

• Jason Christopher Cook, 447 Nevada, Toledo, 180 days CCNO, 150 days suspended, $100 court costs and fines, receiving stolen property.

• Dylon Mathew Shinaver, 2310 Taft, Oregon, 30 days CCNO, 25 days suspended, $237 court costs and fines, domestic violence.

• Adel Ahmed Kamal, 4731 Mount Airy, Sylvania, 180 days CCNO, 180 days suspended, $387 court costs and fines, theft.

• Stephen Christopher Pettaway, 966 Front, Toledo, 180 days CCNO, 170 days suspended, $137 court costs and fines, theft.

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By Kelly J. Kaczala Press News Editor kkaczala@presspublications.com The Ohio EPA is providing two interest free loans to the City of Toledo to finance upgrades to the water treatment plant at Collins Park on the East Side.

Ohio EPA Director Craig W. Butler made the announcement with Toledo Mayor Paula Hicks-Hudson at a press conference on Wednesday.

The upgrades are designed to improve the ability to remove harmful algal blooms (HABs), which last August prompted a three day tap water ban to Toledo water customers after high levels of microcystin was found in samples taken from the Collins Park water treatment plant.

“Lake Erie is the crown jewel of the State of Ohio,” Butler said.

Two interest-free loans from Ohio EPA’s Water Supply Revolving Loan Account (WSRLA) are financing the projects.

“We are pleased to be able to provide the city affordable funding for important work that, when complete, will immediately improve the city’s drinking water treatment system,” Butler said. “Ohio EPA financing also will provide valuable research toward long-term treatment strategies that will help Toledo and other communities avoid issues with toxins created by HABs in their drinking water.”

Clean drinking water, he added, is “essential.”

“We need to take care of Earth’s resources in order to take care of ourselves,” he said.

A $5.1 million loan will fund the construction of powdered activated carbon storage silos at the Collins Park treatment plant and low-service pump station, and upgrades to the potassium permanganate and activated carbon feed systems, deemed critical water treatment technologies that will allow the city to better remove toxins produced by HABs starting this year.

A $1.4 million loan will fund a threepart project comprised of an in-depth evaluation of long-term HAB treatment alternatives to identify preferred treatment process technology; formation of an independent blue-ribbon panel to review Toledo’s water treatment needs, and conversion of a conventional filter at the treatment plant to a new granular activated carbon filter as a part of a pilot study on removal efficiency of algal toxins.

“We’re really attacking this on as many levels as we can identify,” said Butler, “because it’s not just an agricultural problem, it’s not just a wastewater problem. It’s a complete review of where these nutrients are coming from.”

In August 2014, Ohio EPA announced that it would make available $150 million in no-interest loans for improvements to local drinking water and wastewater treatment facilities. Of that total, $50 million in zero-interest loans is offered to drinking water plants for upgrades and alternative

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Toledo Councilman Mike Craig, whose district includes East Toledo, said he was pleased by the loans.

“We absolutely need the upgrade,” Craig told The Press.

City council in 2013 increased water rates for repairs and upgrades at the plant, which includes the replacement of underground water lines and a 40 million gallon redundant treatment unit.

“That was not easy. Nobody wants to pay more for their water,” said Craig. “But we have to do these things to keep the plant up.”

Eventually, Toledo will be using an ozone treatment process at the plant.

“Ozone takes out microcystin toxins.

It’s going to take care of the problems in the future,” said Craig.

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Projects eligible for WSRLA funding include design and construction loans for new, replaced, rehabilitated, upgraded or expanded water treatment plants and their components. In addition, the WSRLA can provide technical assistance to public drinking water systems in a variety of areas from the planning, design and construction of improvements to enhancing the technical, managerial and financial capacity of these systems, according to Pierce.

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Church will hold closing service on Sunday Members and friends of First Presbyterian Church of Clay Center are inviting the community to join them April 26 at 2 p.m. for the closing worship service.

The church is celebrating more than 110 years of service and ministry.

“During this time, the congregation may have grown smaller in size but the faith of the members has only grown stronger, resulting in a legacy that extends beyond the doors and walls of the church building,” said Rev. Dr. Julie Kling, pastor.

The church’s legacy goes back to 30plus charter members who wanted to establish a Presbyterian congregation in Clay Center, a rural community in western Ottawa County which was then the home of Kelleys Island Lime Company and a passenger stop on the railway system.

Early members began to seek pledges to build a church building and soon had 40 pledges that ranged from 25 cents to $20.

With a gift of $600 from the Presbytery, the church had $748 to begin construction.

Eventually, the dream became a reality – a gray cinderblock building with a sanctuary that would accommodate about 100 worshippers.

Local families knew when worship was beginning as the bell in the bell tower would ring, calling all to prayer. This tradition has continued until the present day.

As the congregation grew, two additions were built on to the church. The first was a fellowship hall, consisting of an area where members could gather for meals.

The hall has also been the home of countless community gatherings, including baby showers, birthday parties, wedding receptions, anniversaries, retirement parties and funeral luncheons.

“The church members have shared common meals together but have also continued the tradition of inviting the community through rental of the facility to celebrate family or community events,” Rev. Kling said. “The fellowship hall was also the spot for the congregation’s famous ice scream socials and chicken barbeques.”

The church has also had community groups such as the American Red Cross use the facility. Church members have also supported the Red Cross by purchasing personal care items for comfort kits and volunteering hours after a tornado touched down in Ottawa County in 2010.

The second addition consisted of an education area with restrooms.

Church records indicate at one time Sunday school attendance was larger than worship attendance, and at one point, more than 70 children were enrolled in Sunday school under the guidance of 10-12 Christian education teachers.

While many churches have a full-time pastor, organist, secretary, youth director,

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According to 2004 notes by the Rev. Margaret Scabich, only five pastors stayed more than five years, one of whom is Rev. Kling, who has served 10 years.

As Pastor Scabich stated in 2004 when the church celebrated its centennial: “The Clay Center building is a presence in the

small community. Most of the residents are aware of it, and many have fond feelings for it.”

“In November 2014, members and friends gathered to celebrate 110 years of ministry and service. Now in 2015, members and friends gather to give thanks for the legacy of love, faith, and prayer of First Presbyterian knowing it will live on in their lives and hearts,” Rev. Kling said.

Autism educational night April is Autism Awareness Month.

According to the Centers for Disease Control, one in 68 children suffers from autism, a developmental disorder that appears during the first three years of life and disrupts the brain’s development of social and communication skills (National Library of Medicine).

Autism disorders represent a spectrum that ranges from relatively mild to severe.

Every community includes children--and adults--occupying various points on this spectrum.

On April 30 from 7-8:30 p.m., the National Alliance on Mental Illness of Wood County will present Autism Education Night for all those who care for or about people with autism.

The Wood County Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services

Board and the Perrysburg Schools District Autism Team have joined with NAMI Wood County to present a panel of speakers that will address what autism is and what services are available locally.

The event will take place at the Perrysburg Schools’ central office building (140 East Indiana Ave.) Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. There will be an activity for children attending with their families, and refreshments will be served. For more information or to RSVP, please contact Sara Jones (sara_jones@perrysburgschools.net) or Kimberly Volponi (kimv@namiwoodcounty.org) or call 419-352-0626.

For more information on NAMI Wood County’s Autism Education Night and other mental health education programs, call 419-352-0626 or visit www.namiwoodcounty.org.

Steps on septic system education According to research, excess bacteria in Wolf Creek has a direct impact on the Lake Erie beaches at Maumee Bay State Park. A number of steps have already been taken to reduce bacteria in the waterway, including building new sewer lines in Oregon.

TMACOG, the Lucas County Health Department, the City of Oregon, and the Lucas Soil and Water Conservation District have joined forces to address the impact that septic systems have on the Wolf Creek watershed with a grant from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources.

In recent years, the City of Oregon eliminated about 600 home septic systems by extending sewer lines. The goal of the new project is to ensure that remaining septic systems are well-maintained and in good repair in order to reduce off-site sewage discharges. Signs of a leaking septic system include wet spots in the yard even during dry periods, excess vegetation over the leach field, and discharge of sewage into area waterways.

“This is an educational and assistance campaign.” said Matt Horvat, TMACOG Maumee River Watershed coordinator. “We are looking for leaking systems in order to protect water quality, not to hassle homeowners.”

The septic system education program addresses households in Oregon and Jerusalem Township that are in the 16-square-mile watershed. The program will include educational programs at schools, system evaluations by sanitarians, and leave-behind fact sheets. The SWCD will have a display at the May 15 Oregon Fest with more information.

Part of the system evaluation is a dye test. Bright color biodegradable dye is released at the top of the system in the home. Then the property owner or inspector looks to see if the dye has migrated to nearby ditches or waterways. When dye disperses outside of the septic system, the property owner knows that maintenance or repair is needed. Even in the best conditions and with regular maintenance, a home sewage treatment system has a working life of about 25 years.

Horvat explained that the Health Department can help property owners learn more about their systems and can connect owners to contractors.

There is no direct funding in the grant for homeowners who need repairs, but the agencies involved are working to identify financial resources.

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We should try to be there for the helpless and vulnerable in our community, and remember that even when it seems that we are alone, God has our back. Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me: your rod and your staff, they comfort me. Psalm 23:4

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Chamber names seven as finalists for Prism Awards The Eastern Maumee Bay Chamber of Commerce has named seven businesses and organizations as finalists for the 22nd annual Prism Awards, an initiative to recognize excellence.

The seven finalists will be honored at a banquet Thursday, May 7 at Maumee Bay State Park.

According to Yvonne Thoma-Patton, chamber director, the seven are: Cuttin Loose at Lori Jo’s, Elmore; Elite Team Supply, Curtice; En-Puzzlement, Millbury; Lucas County Clerk of Courts Office, Toledo; Oregon-Jerusalem Historical Society, Oregon; Sun Federal Credit Union, Oregon and Varga Custom Concrete, Oak Harbor.

Cuttin’ Loose was founded in 1986

by Lori Witt and named Lori Jo’s. In 2001, she partnered with Jeni Pasty and Kathy Damschroder and changed the name to Cuttin’ Loose at Lori Jo’s. The three employ seven hairstylists, two massage therapists and a pedicurist.

The company has been an active supporter of the Village of Elmore, Elmore Chamber of Commerce and the Woodmore Schools. Witt also worked to bring back the fireworks show to the village.

Elite Team Supply was founded in 2012 by Antony Sharples. The company employs three and specializes in screen printing and embroidery for youth sports teams, businesses and wrestlers.

The company has donated to the community almost $10,000 through its fundraising programs, according to Sharples.

The company also helped build the Genoa Little League batting cages.

Enpuzzlement is a non-profit organization that connects donations from corporate America with small community organizations that do not have the ability to receive them. Roy Badenhop is the distribution manager for the warehouse located in Millbury.

The organization was founded in 2009 in a garage on Seaman Street in Oregon. It now utilizes a 7,000 square-foot warehouse with loading docks, forklifts and more than 100 pallets. Many of these goods are perishable and at one time it was cheaper to landfill them then to disburse them among

Workplace the many small groups that deliver goods to the less fortunate.

Enpuzzlement most recently has worked with the Oregon Health and Welfare Organization to fill Christmas baskets, the Oregon Kiwanis to make sack lunches for The Beach House, the YMCA to offer a monthly food co-op and with Hope Community Church to supply bottled water to residents during last year’s water crisis.

Lucas County Clerk of Courts office, under the direction of Oregon resident Bernie Quilter, employs 72. The office maintains a number of title offices and license agencies including side-by-side locations in Oregon that offer both title and license work.

Oregon Jerusalem Historical Society maintains a museum at Brandville School on Grasser Street in Oregon. Its prized attraction is the Gilbert Gaul painting, Battery H 1st Ohio Volunteer Light Artillery in Action at Cold Harbor.

The 10-by-6-foot oil painting was finished in 1893 and displayed at the World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago. The next year, Ohio governor and future President William McKinley unveiled the painting at the Toledo Soldiers Memorial Building, its new home.

It currently is the centerpiece of the Toledo Museum of Art’s exhibit The American Civil War Through Artists’ Eyes, a collection of paintings, sculptures, drawings and artifacts on display in remembrance of the 150 anniversary of the end of the Civil War. The society also conducts a number of historical shows during the year.

Sun Federal Credit Union was founded in 1950 when employees of the Sun Oil Refinery discovered a fellow employee couldn’t get a bank loan to add a front

porch to his home. The employees pooled their money and founded the credit union.

Since then membership has grown to include businesses, churches and schools.

The credit union supports various community events, one of which is a small dollar loan program with the Eastern YMCA. Small dollar loans and education are provided to help eligible employees build their credit score and break the payday lender cycle. The program also helps the Y improve turnover, tardiness and absenteeism.

Varga Custom Concrete was founded in 2004. The company employs four to five workers and does stamped concrete, driveways, sidewalks, foundations and excavation work.

Chris Varga is also involved in his community. He has provided labor for Habitat for Humanity homes in Ottawa County and has helped coach youth sports.

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Gold stars Wood County Health District will present its annual Clean Plate Awards Thursday, May 14, 6:15 p.m. at its offices located at 1840 East Gypsy Lane Road, Bowling Green.

Forty-two licensed food service operations out of more than 800 food service operations in Wood County will be honored for upholding excellent sanitation and food safety knowledge within their facility. The recipients will receive a certificate of excellence and recognition of excellent performance in food safety from the Wood County Health District.

The winners of the Clean Plate Award will also receive a Clean Plate Award decal to display at their facility. This is the fifth year that the Wood County Board of Health will hand out the awards and this is the highest total number of recipients to receive the award since the program began.

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Tricia Cullop, the University of Toledo Women’s Basketball Head Coach, will be on hand from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to help raise money for Bethany House, a local shelter for victims of domestic violence and their children. Muddy from the Toledo Mud Hens will be greeting expo guests from 4 to 6 p.m.

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Should, Dzhokhar Tsarnaev receive the death penalty for his roll in the Boston Marathon bombings?

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Melissa Kocis Northwood "Frozen Free Fall. It's like Candy Crush with the Frozen characters.

It's kind of a guilty pleasure and it's fun to play with the kids. However, it can be pretty annoying and hard to beat.

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Fiscal responsibility To the editor: Incompetence, Ineptitude. Malfeasance. Mistrust. These words accurately describe the lack of hands-on involvement concerning the computation and distribution of our property tax dollars in the Woodmore School District. To blame a $430,000 tax error on a nameless, faceless employee is duplicitous at the very least. How do we know this dollar amount is not yet another mistake? Who is watching the watchers?

What if the auditorium levy passed?

How much deeper would the property taxpayer have to dig in to finance that levy and then still dig the Woodmore School Board out of this financial fiasco?

I suspect the board and administration already knew about this shortage before the auditorium levy was placed on the ballot and still continued to promote its passage.

Imagine the cost of that boondoggle and what this income tax levy and renewal levy would amount to.

Does the board think that the taxpayer has the endless financial resources to constantly bail them out? Why doesn’t the board live within the tax dollars already allotted it? It seems the board wants to be the Perrysburg or Ottawa Hills school district of Ottawa County.

The board already got its school financed with a 37-year tax burden on the backs of the tax-paying property owner.

Then it tried for an auditorium tax levy, potentially financially crushing the property owner for 25 years. When that failed, it now wants an income tax on the backs of the working middle class for a minimum of 10 years. We can always ask for another renewal after that, and don’t forget this renewal levy demand. It never ends. What is wrong with these people?

Why would anyone vote a punitive tax burden onto oneself and be proud of that distinction? Bragging rights?

Gov. Kasich has done a hatchet job on financial school support and still was reelected. Prior to his re-election, why wasn’t the Woodmore board decrying the governor’s intentional financial crippling of our state’s school system?

I urge all voters to vote no on the extortion attempts to pass these two levy demands and inform the board to live within its financial limits. Pull the financial belt tighter and prove to the voters a sincere effort to reform and be more fiscally responsible with our money. Remember, actions speak louder than words or paid inserts in the local paper.

Alan Snyder Elmore

Scare tactics To the editor: The sky is falling, the sky is falling says the Genoa School District.

Oh my, Genoa schools will never be the same if both levies don’t pass. Busing (stopped) students being sent home at 1:15 p.m. Students will not be prepared to move on to jobs or higher education because of this. Cutting out art, music and physical education – just unimaginable.

Oh, the horrible cuts all board and staff have made. Then you have Genoa pulling the emotional string of your love for your child saying, “If you don’t vote yes for both levies, you don’t love your children.”

Terrorize the parents with all this just so they will vote yes. Yes the Genoa district is no better than terrorists with its emotional demands. Spread the panic, put fear and doubts in all the property owners in the

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Our property value will go down, kids will flee from the district. Yes, all these things I read in two articles in The Press.

Propaganda, panic, scare tactics and emotional manipulation. Let’s turn it around – I say they are the ones that must not care about our children, taking money out of our pockets that we need to feed, clothe and shelter our children.

The district blames the state for pulling back more. The state knows the district cannot be trusted with the monies it has been given in the past. As taxpayers, many of us are just plain sick and tired of supporting luxuries and paying the district’s bills.

Students fall through the cracks all the time and very few of the staff seem to care.

There have been complaints of bullying for decades and the district seems to protect the bully.

You work for us, but evidently you all seem to think you are deserving of so much more than all of us. So I will add that you are egotistical and narcissistic in nature.

This method of funding Genoa and any other school has been declared unconstitutional three times by the Ohio Supreme Court. You have been voted down twice in the past year and you still don’t seem to get it.

A reminder to renters – you can vote yes but don’t complain when your landlord raises your rent because he now has to pay his property taxes.

Sheryl Clapsaddle Genoa

Due diligence done To the editor: We have two daughters at Genoa Elementary. We are proud of the work that the teachers, staff and school board has done for my girls’ education.

The biggest impact of the cuts are going to be seen in the elementary. This is what we have learned the past seven months about school funding. The ballot issues for Ottawa County are: • Issue 1 (Emergency Operating Levy), a 6.38 mill for duration of five years. For those who did not know this, 1 mill is equal to $157,000.

• The second is Issue 2 (Renewal), is 5 mills for five years. This is no additional money. The renewal first passed in 1990. It was renewed in 1995, 2000, 2005 and 2010.

The levy will raise a total of $1,025,000 each year for the next five years.

The state is pushing the responsibility to a local level. Prior to this, residents had no say in how the state would fund schools.

Residents were paying for school through tax revenue. Now the decision has been placed on the school district residents. The state has reduced its support approximately $900,000 annually. The $900,000 was a line item on the state’s budget. On top of that, personal tax revenue (tangible personal) has been reduced by approximately $436,000 annually. This was tax money that was collected by the state for new cars at car dealerships.

The school board has done its due diligence to be fiscally responsible. They have made cuts totaling more than $4 million over the past decade. The list of cuts, reductions, and transfers were recently highlighted in the last Comet Communicator.

The school board has proven to the residents what they were elected to do. Genoa Local Schools has had no increase in real

estate tax revenue since 2006-2007.

We hope this provides some light to those who often ask why, when the discussion comes up about school funding. We have had to make cuts in our own budget.

The school has followed suit.

You can’t put a price on your child’s education. It is their future.

Brian and Andrea Beard Genoa

Stop the waste To the editor: Voters of the Woodmore School District need to stop and take a step back. Do we really want to give thousands of dollars to a school board that has plugged numbers, lied, misled voters and does not like to take responsibility for their actions?

I don’t want to.

Some are saying that if this levy does not pass, it will hurt the students. I say if it passes it will hurt our students. It will show them that you do not have to live within your means. You can spend and spend money you do not have. Then just plug some numbers in and that will take care of it. It will show our students that it is ok to lie and mislead people and that you do not have to be responsible for your actions.

We are currently paying for three current expense levies that run continuous, two permanent improvement levies with one being continuous and the other running until 2017, one emergency levy until 2018 and a bond until 2048. This will bring in more than $15 million. This I would hope would be enough to operate the school. If not, there is something wrong. Other districts are getting less and doing more.

We need to get other matters straightened out first. We need to stop wasting money we do not have and start being smart in how we spend the money we do have.

The last vote was 70 percent no. We need that 70 percent again to stick together and say no one more time.

To board member Joe Liszak, thank you. It may seem you are standing alone, but know that you are not – some voters are right there with you.

Gail Lutman Genoa

Providing opportunity To the editor: As many have heard, Woodmore Drama Club has approached the Woodmore school board to purchase the old elementary. The club’s first priority is to gain approval for purchase from the Woodmore school board. The second is to assess the building for partial demolition of unnecessary space, keeping the portion containing the existing auditorium.

The third is to replace the non-functioning boiler with an efficient heating/cooling unit.

A nonprofit organization has expressed interest in funding the purchase and startup costs. If purchased by this nonprofit organization, it will most likely absorb the Drama Club. There are also private investors willing to donate to nonprofit arts programs. With donations from investors and the community, we can update and improve the facility we already have, without another levy.

If purchased, the facility will become a great asset. Not only can student groups supplement their education with extra-

curriculars not provided by the district, the community will have a rentable venue for activities, such as Scouts. If the Drama Club is unable to purchase the building, it will be forced to find another facility, possibly a neighboring school.

For those who feel the arts are unnecessary, I can tell you the same students that play sports throughout the year are singing beside the shy students who have gained confidence. The arts provide responsibility, discipline, growth, experience, and new avenues in life, whether it be a career or unexpected friendship. The well-rounded students we see graduate will become the next generation of taxpayers, and might possibly come back to the Woodville/Elmore community. We should provide as many opportunities for our students so that they are just as proud of us as we are of them.

We are in the early stages of discussion and will provide more information as it becomes available.

Cynthia Roepke Woodmore Drama Club Set Design Woodville

Supporting seniors To the editor: The Ottawa County Senior Levy Committee is asking for voters’ support of the Senior Levy that will be on the May 5 ballot.

The Senior Levy supports all senior services (referred to as Ottawa County Senior Resources) with no additional money received from the county general fund.

Some of the programs funded by the Senior Levy include Home Delivered Meals, Respite & Adult Day Services, Home Care, 60+ Nursing Assessment Clinics six senior centers across the county and much more.

Ottawa County Senior Resources has been serving seniors for the past 10 years.

In 2014, more than 356 seniors received 46,366 home-delivered meals while 616 seniors received 11,771 congregate meals at six senior centers across the county.

In addition, the Senior Resources Home Care program and the DayBreak Adult Day program served 75 special needs seniors who need that extra help in maintaining their independence as long as possible.

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Continued from page 9 Without your continued support of the Seniors of Ottawa County on May 5, these desperately needed services for your aging loved ones and neighbors will be severely reduced. A reduction of services would not only impact the thousands of seniors who directly receive services, but also those caregivers who indirectly benefit from the levy services that supplement the care they are able to provide to their aging loved ones.

Like most Ottawa County families, Ottawa County Senior Resources has done some budget belt tightening already by cutting senior services program budgets by 10-15 percent and maintaining waiting lists for some of our services due to funding changes. These cuts, combined with the projected growing senior population in Ottawa County (27 percent of Ottawa County’s population is made up of individuals 60 years of age and older), the need for senior services will only grow.

Aging is everyone’s business. Support our senior citizens and vote yes on Issue 4.

Dianne Martin Mortensen Executive Coordinator Ottawa County Senior Resources

Budget is the issue To the editor: Why do we need another levy at Woodmore? And why do we need another letter to the editor about it?

The narrative has justifiably been dominated by district finances. Are there problems with the financial statements?

Definitely. Are there shenanigans? Very likely not.

Our board has been working openly on this for quite a while, our treasurer has been working in good faith to decipher the puzzle, and an outside CPA firm is being brought in to complete an audit. Voters will have the benefit of this audit before we choose board members this November.

The issue at hand today is the budget.

We know that the business inventory tax is phasing out. There are many ideas about what expenses we could cut, but they’re all painful and frankly destructive to the mission of our schools. The reality is that we will need to replace that inventory tax revenue.

There are two levies on the ballot. One is a renewal of the property tax and the other is a new 0.75 percent tax on earned income. Many feel that this more fairly spreads the tax between real estate and wages while protecting retired persons from the burden of increasing taxes.

In terms of facilities, programs and academics, our school is in the best position it’s been in a long time. Let’s not lose sight of that. Let’s not take that away. The school still needs to operate. So speak up in a re-

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Andy Knepper Woodville

Lamenting loss of Leo To the editor: As if having his beloved animals confiscated on Jan. 28 wasn’t bad enough, now Tiger Ridge Exotics owner Ken Hetrick must grieve the loss of Leo the lion, who was euthanized recently by the same entity that took him: the Ohio Department of Agriculture.

Operating behind a veil of secrecy and a communication blackout, the ODA said only that the lion had stopped eating and was beginning to shut down. Refusing to take any responsibility for the lion’s declining health, the ODA conveniently left out the fact that it had changed the lion’s diet and refused to maintain the hip dysplasia supplement that Hetrick had been giving the lion as per his veterinarian’s order.

Indeed, not only has the ODA refused to hold itself accountable for a variety of problems with the seized animals, it destroyed the lion’s corpse by placing it in a vat of sulfuric acid. ODA will no doubt claim that this was for reasons of hygiene and public health, but it also destroys any evidence of their wrong-doing in the process. What, exactly, is ODA trying to hide?

This farce must end. Ken Hetrick has held a federal license, and been in full federal compliance, for years.

The ODA in its zeal has chosen to ignore that fact. But if the federal government is satisfied with Hetrick’s set-up, why isn’t the state? Why does the ODA continue to act with secrecy, refusing to have any contact with Hetrick, his lawyer, or his veterinarian? Only an outcry from the public will change this situation.

Kelly Meister-Yetter Walbridge Editor’s note: The agriculture department said a ‘vat of acid’ misrepresents the process the lab uses, which includes an alkaline hydrolysis digester that uses some chemicals but is mostly high heat and high pressure to break down matter because of contagious tissue samples. It also denies destroying evidence.

Money mismanaged To the editor: Woodmore Local School District is asking taxpayers for more money. The supporters of the income tax levy

are now campaigning to “support our students.” “Supporting our students” requires fiscal responsibility from trusted leaders who maintain good stewardship of the resources provided by our citizens.

School board member Joe Liszak recently asked that contracts be tabled until finances could be reviewed to check feasibility of the board paying for the administrators’ portion of their retirement. As a parent in the district who regularly attends board meetings, I sat in utter disbelief as the other four board members voted to keep the pick-up retirement for administrators and not save the valuable teachers, programs and services for our kids with this money.

The financial issues surrounding Woodmore, especially the recent “plugged” numbers to create erroneous statements, are substantial enough to make a voter think twice. The truth is, no one knows how much money the district does or does not have at this point. The only realistic way to “support our students” is to ask that the state step in and help us figure this out for the district’s future.

Passing yet another levy at this time is condoning more mismanagement of hardearned monies. I know the impact of not passing the levy will have on our communities and children, but the incompetence, dishonesty and poor leadership cannot continue nor be rewarded.

Until we have full transparency, we most vote no.

Kelly Baumgartner Woodville

“Genoa strong” To the editor: In reviewing previous letters to The Press, we were shocked to learn that out of 613 public schools in the state of Ohio, only a handful spend less on their students than Genoa Area Schools.

Genoa is on the bottom.

How many years have we heard Ohio school funding is not a good system? Genoa schools cannot afford to wait for a fair plan.

By law, they cannot operate in a deficit, either.

Our schools are our community schools: Clay Center, Curtice, Genoa, Martin, Williston, etc. A total community effort is what it takes to provide our students educational opportunities in 21st century learning classrooms.

Whether you are a parent, grandparent, relative, neighbor or part of the large Genoa School alumni (like us) living in this school district, show you are Genoa strong and vote yes on Issues 1 and 2 on May 5.

Your support is needed to prepare our stu-

dents to be successful in the world they will inherit from us.

Alice Shessler Siglar, class of 1957 Charles Thomas Sigler, class of 1949 Genoa

Investment opportunity To the editor: On May 5 we have an opportunity to make a huge investment in our community. Genoa Area Schools will be asking for your support on an emergency levy and a renewal levy.

As a parent, I have watched my children successfully advance with great accomplishments due to extraordinary staff and teachers in all categories. Our specialty teachers offer so much knowledge and give each child a chance to excel with the latest advancements in their classrooms. It is amazing how children grow, express themselves, learn and discover who they are and what they are capable of through the arts. It would be a huge disappointment to lose such gifted teachers if our levies do not pass. This is an unfortunate possibility.

As a resident, I am supporting Issue 1 and Issue 2 in hopes of keeping our community strong and desirable. Voting yes is an investment in our schools, children, businesses and our community as a whole.

Please support a positive future for our children and our wonderful community.

Vote yes on Issues 1 and 2.

Melissa Pollauf Martin

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Human trafficking will become number one crime in the world The average age for a recruit is 13.

She is a runaway. Her criminal manipulator, who she most likely believes is her protector, will coerce, force, blackmail, or brainwash her into thinking the only way to survive is to work for him in the sex trade.

She is one of an estimated 1,100 Ohio minors annually trafficked for prostitution or forced labor. Seventy-five percent are girls, 25 percent boys.

The Ohio Human Trafficking Task Force, in its recommendations to Governor John Kasich in 2012 issued this sober warning: “Criminals have begun shifting from trafficking narcotics and weapons to trafficking humans; drugs and guns must be restocked in order to make a profit, where a person is seen as a renewable asset that can be resold time and time again, multiple times in one night. Often teen-age girls are rotated amongst highway welcome centers, annual events, truck stops, hotels, convention centers, places where there is a large transitory populace and the buyers have anonymity.”

State Rep. Teresa Fedor, a Democrat from East Toledo, has been on the forefront of authoring laws to combat this scourge.

Her latest, House Bill 262, enacted into law in 2012, toughen penalties both for traffickers and those having sex with a minor. It also gave judges discretion in sentencing allowing them to refer minors to treatment, counseling and other services. The bill also gives minors a path to have their record expunged.

Rep. Fedor talked about this Thursday at the East Toledo Senior Center in an appearance sponsored by the East Toledo Club. She said she found herself at the forefront of fighting prostitution by accident.

An Air Force veteran and former teacher who spent 18 years in the classroom, Rep. Fedor found her passion for protecting children was re-ignited when, in 2005, she learned of Operation Precious Cargo. The FBI bust in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania uncovered a human trafficking ring involving some 151 victims, 78 of whom were from

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(Press photo by Stephanie Szozda) Toledo and 45 of whom were minors, one as young as 10.

That bust started Rep. Fedor on her quest to pass tougher laws to protect Ohio’s minors. She soon found human trafficking is predicted to become the number one crime in the world, a $36 billion industry, $10 billion of that in the U.S. “This is a cash business. These are smart businessmen. You can sell a girl over and over again. You can sell a boy over and over again, but a gun or drugs, you can sell only once,” she said.

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“This is the human rights issue of our life time. We’re so advanced with technology, but we’re not so advanced with decent human respect,” she said.

Rep. Fedor’s strategy to save these children has been to pass laws to raise the risk of those selling and buying sex from minors. She has increased the penalty for buying from a second degree misdemeanor to a felony and mandated registration as a sex offender.

She’s tougher on the pimps. “These folks are getting away with cash and we

get the aftermath, I’m very mad about that.

The pimps now are faced with felonies and years in prison and have to register as sex offenders. They’re very offended by that.

“As a military person I would rather just line them up and shoot them. And, I’m a good shot. But, I can’t, so I’ll be relentless and merciless when it comes to protecting our children.”

She says the state is also changing the way law enforcement treats underage prostitutes. They had been charged with a crime in the past, now they are more likely to be treated as victims and get therapy, other services and eventually have their records expunged so they can get jobs.

So, is she having an effect?

She said the smarter pimps are waiting to recruit girls when they turn 18. More important is awareness is changing the culture of how society views minors who turn to prostitution and steps are being taken to deter their entry into the sex trade.

Rep. Fedor has represented the 45th and 47th Districts since 2010. She was elected to the Ohio Senate in 2002 and served as a member until 2010. She served in the United States Air Force and Ohio Air National Guard, before receiving a B.S. in Education from the University of Toledo.

She spent 18 years in the classroom before pursuing public service.

She recently made the news when, in an impassioned speech before the house, she revealed she was raped and had an abortion while serving in the military. Rep Fedor was speaking against the so called “heartbeat” bill which would outlaw abortions once a fetal heartbeat is detected.

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Otterbein launching “Music & Memory” Otterbein Senior Lifestyle Choices is implementing the Music & Memory program throughout all of its locations in Ohio, including Otterbein Portage Valley in Pemberville.

Music & Memory is a non-profit organization that brings personalized music to older persons through digital music technology in order to improve the quality of life. The organization trains nursing home staff and other industry professionals to create and provide personalized playlists for residents using iPods.

The program allows those struggling with Alzheimer’s, dementia and other cognitive and physical challenges to reconnect with the world through music-triggered memories. The group’s goal is to create a network of Music & Memory-certified elder care facilities, and make this form of personalized therapy a standard of care throughout the healthcare industry.

“It is thrilling to experience the excitement that Music & Memory creates,” said Donna Coleman, director of Charitable Gift Planning for Otterbein and member of the Music and Memory Implementation Team.

“Everyone knows someone who can benefit, and the impact on each individual is powerful.”

With funding from the Shelley & Donald Rubin Foundation in 2008, he brought 200 iPods to residents of four New York long-term care facilities and tested the program on a larger scale.

In April 2012, a documentary about Music & Memory, “Alive Inside: A Story of Music and Memory,” was released. A video clip of Henry, one of the residents reawakened by listening to his favorite music, went viral and now has more than 11 million views.

To find out more about Music & Memory, visit www.musicandmemory.org.

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Ohio Dept. of Aging asks how do you “live well?”

Since 1963, people in towns and cities across the nation have taken the opportunity in May to recognize and celebrate the contributions of older Americans.

A meeting in April 1963 between President John F. Kennedy and members of the National Council of Senior Citizens led to designating May as “Senior Citizens Month,” the prelude to “Older Americans Month.”

In 1963, only 17 million Americans were age 65 or older and about a third of them lived in poverty. Today, there are more than 36 million Americans over the age of 65, accounting for 12 percent of the total population, though only 10 percent live in poverty. The oldest of the Baby Boom gen-

eration began turning 60 in 2006. The U.S. Census Bureau estimates that, by 2050, 87 million Americans will be age 65 or older, accounting for 21 percent of the population.

The Ohio Department of Aging is asking Ohioans of all ages to submit pictures that show how they or their loved ones are living “Well Beyond 60!”

Through May 15, Ohioans can visit the Ohio Department of Aging on social media to share photos and short video clips that show the many things older Ohioans can do to be healthier, avoid injury, keep chronic conditions in check and contribute to their communities.

Contribute to the Older Americans Month Photo Project by visiting the depart-

ment’s Facebook page (www.facebook.com/ OhioDepartmentOfAging) and posting pictures or selfies to the department’s timeline.

You also can post photos and short video clips on Twitter and Instagram using the hashtag #WellBeyond60 and mentioning @ OhioDeptOfAging to be included in the project. Photos may also be submitted by mail to Ohio Department of Aging, ATTN: Older Americans Month Photo Project, 50 W. Broad St./9th Fl., Columbus OH 432153363. Photos cannot be returned. The department reserves the right to use submitted images and videos in its online and print publications and outreach.

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PrimeTime Briefs Choraliers welcome alumni in celebration of 60 years of music The Choraliers are preparing for their 60th Anniversary Show, which will be presented at Fassett Middle School, 3025 Starr Ave., Oregon Thursday, April 30, Friday, May 1 and Saturday, May 2 at 7:30 p.m.

Tickets are available at James Optical and Beth Allen Florists in Oregon and Urban Flowers in Rossford or by calling 419-693-7542.

The Choraliers will be singing music from throughout the past 60 years A number of the group’s alumni will also be on hand for the performance. (It is estimated alums number more than 400.)

So just who are the Choraliers who have been around for 60 years? The group of singers originated as Clay High School alumni friends who had sung in the high school glee club at one time and decided to go Christmas caroling. That was 1955.

The group of about 15 loved singing and were warmly received wherever they went. Someone handed them a $20 bill and they didn’t know what to do with it so they bought some music and decided to form a group which they named “The Velvetone Choraliers.”

Their popularity grew each season and requests for their appearances increased with it. They performed for scores of business groups, professional meetings, and charitable organizations throughout Northwest Ohio. Much of their time at Christmas was devoted to singing in nursing homes and hospitals.

The proceeds from their shows and singing engagements paid for music, their director, and accompanist. The money that is earned in addition to that is given to aspiring music education students in the form of one or more college scholarships each year.

The group shortened their name to The Choraliers in 1993. Membership in the Choraliers is made up of singers from many local areas and walks of life who all share a love for music , singing, and fun.

The 60th anniversary show will include music from over the years as well as popular music from Broadway Shows and choreography. Their current director is Susan Thompson.

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Transportation is available to and from the center and for all essential needs for those 60 years of age and older.

An open house celebration will be held in June. For more information, call 419-698-7078.

The Choraliers will present their 60th Anniversary Show April 30 and May 1 and 2 at Fassett Middle School. Interesting fact: the first few shows were held at the Oregon Municipal Building (before Fassett was built). Sloppy Joes and angel food cake with strawberries were served to entice people to buy a ticket for $1.25. (Submitted photo) and services daily (Monday- Friday) to the 60 year and older population, throughout Wood County. For more information on these services or other services, call 1-800367-4935 or visit www.wccoa.net.

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Vendor booths will be available from 9-9:30 p.m. The entertainment for this year’s event will be The Big Chuck Show – a combination of `50s and `60s music with comedy throughout, will begin at 9:30 a.m.

New this year will be face painting and a photo booth with props. Lunch will be provided by WSOS Food Service and will be served by Vanguard Culinary students.

Tickets are $6.50 and are available at the Fremont Senior Center, located on the lower level of the Fort Stephenson House Apartments at 600 W. State St. from 9 a.m.2 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Barbara Jean Gilmore enjoys a spinach and duck salad prepared by Cody Myers, Head Chef of Bar 145 at the Arbors at Oregon’s Celebrity Chef Series.

The salad was topped with feta crumbles, orange slices, pecans, sesame ginger dressing and confit duck.

The series is held at the facility once a month as entertainment for the residents.

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Better Breathers Club The next monthly Better Breathers Club meeting will be held Thursday, May 21 from noon to 1 p.m. at Heartland of Oregon, 3953 Navarre Ave., Oregon.

The topic will be, “Chair Aerobics.”

Meetings are held monthly and include complimentary lunch. Future dates include June 18 and July 16.

RSVP by calling 419-698-4521.

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“Sharing the Love” The Wood County Committee on Aging, Inc. (WCCOA) has received a $1,000 grant from Meals on Wheels America for its participation in Subaru of America’s seventh annual “Share the Love” event.

During the event, held from Nov. 20, 2014 through Jan. 2, 2015, Subaru of America, Inc. donated $250 for every new Subaru vehicle purchased or leased to the customer’s choice of participating charities, including Meals on Wheels America, of which WCCOA is a member.

WCCOA has partnered with Yark Subaru of Toledo and Lariche Subaru of Findlay during the “Share the Love” event for the past five years and has received a total of $10,000. This year’s grant will be used to continue providing services to older adults throughout Wood County.

“This grant means so much to all of us at WCCOA,” said Angie Bradford, Director of Food Service at WCCOA. “The money will go directly towards the mission of making sure no senior goes hungry.”

WCCOA provides meals, programs,

The Ageless Wonders of Lake Township will meet for dinner Thursday, May 14 at 5 p.m. at Applebee’s on Curtice Road (near Meijer).

The restaurant does not take reservations, so those attending should just look for the group at a large table. For more information, call 419-836-3811.

Auditions set The East Toledo Senior Activities Center will hold open auditions for a dinner theatre, which will be held Sept. 26.

Auditions for performers will be held Tuesdays May 5 and 12 from 12:30-3:30 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. For more information, call 419-691-2254.

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Rufus was born April 15, 1915 , to James and Elvira Wallace in Skeet Rock, Virginia. He would be the first of 11 children born to the couple that survived to adulthood.

When Rufus was 9 years old, the family moved to Kentucky as his father followed the coal mining jobs. He attended school in a one-room school house in Hellier, Kentucky and eventually graduated in 1937. He was the first member of his family to graduate from school.

Shortly after graduation Rufus came to the Toledo area by train with just $5 in his pocket. He stayed with relatives of a cousin when he arrived in town. His first job in the area was to work as a farmhand on the Tillett Farm, which was located on Central Avenue in Toledo.

In the fall of 1937, he got a job as a track cleaner for the Community Traction Company and became a bus driver by the spring of 1938. It was while he was driving the bus that he met his first wife, Dolores Bokan, who was a regular on his route in East Toledo. They were married in June of 1940 and eventually had eight

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Wood County Committee on Aging, Inc. (WCCOA) will hold the annual 90’s Plus Spectacular Event Monday, May 18 at 3:30 p.m. at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, located at 315 S. College Dr. in Bowling Green.

The event will celebrate those individuals in Wood County who are 90-years-old and older.

A dinner party will be held and will consist of a slide show, entertainment and recognition of those 90 years and older from the Wood County Commissioners and other elected officials. Family members and friends will join to celebrate the event.

Dinner will be provided for those 90 and over sponsored by Heritage Corner Health Care Campus and DeckHanneman Funeral Home & Crematory.

Corsages will be provided courtesy of Sterling House of Bowling Green.

Registration is required by Monday, May 4. Those wishing to participate can call the WCCOA program department at 800-367-4935.

Spring Fling set The Area Office on Aging of Northwestern Ohio will present the 38th Annual Spring Fling Tuesday, May 19 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Tam-OShanter, 7060 Sylvania Ave., Sylvania.

Emcee for the event will be 13abc’s Kristian Brown. More details are available on the Area Office on Aging of Northwestern Ohio’s Facebook page.

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Rufus also has 11 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

In 1942, Rufus left Community Traction Company and went to work for Sun Oil Company, starting out as a guard and eventually moving up to work in the carpenter shop. He worked there until he retired in May 1980.

While they lived in East Toledo, Rufus and his family attended Oakdale Evangelical United Brethren Church, where he taught Sunday School, sang in the choir and was active in the men’s group. He was a regular member of the dartball team and was also the church bus driver. The family continued to attend services there after they moved to Lake Township 46 years ago, to a house that Rufus had just built for the family.

He also stayed active in the community, serving as the Assistant Scout Master for Boy Scout Troop #151, coaching Oakdale School PeeWee and Little League teams and working with the Oakdale School PTA. Over the years Rufus has enjoyed fishing, hunting, cooking wild game, woodworking, reading, doing crossword puzzles, traveling, visiting family, farming, and hiking. Currently, Rufus is a regular for lunch at the Senior Center in Walbridge where he was honored with a cake on his 100th birthday.

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Education Published fourth week of month.

East Toledo teachers honored as “Educators of the Year” Teachers Robin McLoughlin, Carrie Collins and Connie Guth were honored as 2015 Richard Fisher Educators of the Year at the annual East Toledo Family Center Gala, held April 18.

The award is presented annually to educators who have lived, worked or served in East Toledo and who have demonstrated character in one or more of the following areas – innovation, dedication, collaboration, volunteerism or advocacy.

Robin McLoughlin was born Dec. 21, 1952, in Washington, D.C., to Irwin and Judith Berger. She and her two siblings were raised in New York City, attended New York City Public Schools and graduated from The High School of Music and Art in 1970. Four years later, she received a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Art Education from the Maryland Institute College of Art in Baltimore. A lifelong learner, she continued her education with master’s level graduate courses from various colleges.

She began her career as an art teacher in the fall of 1974 at Loch Raven Elementary School in Baltimore. Over the course of her 41 years in education, she has taught elementary, middle, and high school art in Baltimore County, Fort Stewart and Waynesboro, Georgia and in Toledo, where she will bring her career to an end as an employee of Toledo Public Schools.

Other than her one year at Nathan Hale Elementary School, she has taught exclusively in East Toledo since 1999. Her home school was Franklin Elementary but she also taught at Garfield, Birmingham, and the East Toledo Family Center.

During her career at Waite High School, which began in 2004, she served as Fine Arts Department Chair, coordinating teaching schedules and collaborating with colleagues and administrators at the school and at the district level. Additionally, she has been a contributing member of the Building Leadership Team, the Building Committee, the Athletic Council, the Grade Appeals Committee, and the School Assistance and the Intervention Response Teams.

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Carrie Collins was born March 31, 1975 in Toledo. She grew up in Sylvania and graduated from Sylvania Northview High School in 1993. While in high school, she was a member of the diving team and also taught swimming lessons to young children – an experience that led her to pursue a career in education.

She earned a Bachelor of Education degree in December 1997 and the next year she was offered a job teaching extendedday kindergarten at Navarre Elementary. In fall 1998, she moved into an all-day, everyday kindergarten classroom at the school, and she been teaching kindergarteners there since.

She earned a Masters of Education from the University of Toledo in 2001.

In 2012, she became a Teacher Leader for the NURTURES science grant through UT. Each summer, NURTURES offers science professional development for teach-

ers in pre-K through third grades and as a teacher leader, she helps develop and teach science content to teachers during the summer institute.

Carrie and her husband Robert are the proud parents of twins, Braden and Madison, who are currently in the fourth grade at Elmhurst Elementary in Toledo.

Connie Guth was born July 22, 1968 in Toledo to William and Susan Murphy, who were born and raised in East Toledo and grew up together on Fourth Street.

She earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Education in 1998 from UT and a Master’s Degree from Heidelberg University in 2013.

Guth began her career teaching second grade at Navarre Elementary in the fall of 1998. The following year, she taught briefly at East Side Central before receiving the call from Principal Carol Barailloux with the opportunity to return to Navarre to teach first grade – a position she has held for the past 15 years.

In 2009, she was one of three Navarre teachers diagnosed with breast cancer. The

school staff rallied around her by holding a fundraiser, making dinners for her family and sending cards to boost her spirit.

She returned to teaching with the support of the staff, parents and students.

In 2013, she was diagnosed with metastasis to her bones and liver and had to undergo surgery. Again, the school’s staff rallied to support her, even holding a surprise flash mob at her home with special guest Superintendent Dr. Romules Durant singing Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believing.”

Videos sent by students and staff helped her through her recovery and she again returned to teaching.

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The Ohio Association of Elementary School Administrators has selected Coy Elementary in the Oregon as a 2015 Hall of Fame School.

The award recognizes schools that go “above and beyond” to get students, teachers and community members excited about education. The school staff submitted an extensive application documenting the quality of the school’s educational program in various areas including instructional systems, student achievement, student development, personnel, administration and school management.

Principal Amy Molnar and her staff will be presented with the award, which includes $1,000 to be used at the principal’s discretion.

OAESA will recognize 10 Hall of Fame winners at an Awards Luncheon June 12 in Columbus.

Awardees were chosen by two committees of OAESA members; one of which read and scored the applications and the other which conducted on-site evaluations of qualifying schools.

Solomon Lutheran auction Solomon Lutheran School, 305 W. Main St., Woodville, will host a Candy Crusade Auction & Dinner Saturday, May 9 at 4 p.m.

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Shannon DeYoung (left to right), of Metroparks Toledo, speaks with juniors Jeff Mullins and Josh Fisher at the 2nd Annual Career Day sponsored by the Genoa Academic Committee April 16 at Genoa High School. More than 72 people representing about 65 different careers shared insights and information with students ranging from freshman to seniors. (Press photo by Stephanie Szozda)

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Space is limited per wave; waves start between 9 and 11 a.m. The sign-up fee is $15. Register at Eventbrite.com (search for “The Muddy Eagle”). Sponsorship donations may also be made through the Eventbright website. Funds raised through the event will be used to create a new reading courtyard for students.

More details are also available on the “The Muddy Eagle” Facebook page.

Memorial Day Alumni Concert The Clay High School Vocal Music Department will present a free outdoor Memorial Day Alumni Concert Thursday, May 21 at 7 p.m. in the school’s Alumni Courtyard. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be held in the

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Participants will learn the basics of name registration, licensing, taxes, zoning, business entities, insurance, financing and business planning.

Seminars will be held Wednesday, May 6 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at the Ottawa County Improvement Corporation (conference room), 8043 W. SR 163, Oak Harbor and Wednesday, May 27 from 4:306:30 p.m. at Terra State Community College (Building A, Room 314), 2830 Napoleon Rd., Fremont.

To register or for more details, call Bill Auxter at 419-559-2210 or email bauxter@ terra.edu.

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The concert, which will feature the Concert Chorale, Varsity Voices and CHS Choral Alumni who will include a program of patriotic music to honor America’s fallen patriots and their families, and those who have served or are currently serving in America’s armed forces.

Following the concert, attendees will have an opportunity to view the newly completed Clay High School Memorial Wall created and painted by Clay student Ally Hommel.

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CHS choral alumni interested in singing in the concert may find more details and online at ocsvocalmusic.org or by calling 419-693-0665, ext. 2150.

Safety Town signups Oregon Safety Town, a program for children entering kindergarten, will be held June 9-19 at Starr Elementary School, 3230 Starr Ave., Oregon.

Sessions will run from 8-10 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Registration forms

Penta Career Center students will host “Ag Day 2015” and a Cut-A-Thon Fundraiser for the American Cancer Society Saturday, May 2 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on the school campus, 9301 Buck Rd. in Perrysburg Township.

Ag Day, which has been organized by the Penta FFA chapter, will feature a spring plant and flower sale presented by the Floral Design & Greenhouse production students; a tree and shrub sale presented by the Landscape & Turfgrass Management students; dog baths offered by the Small Animal Care students (rabies vaccine papers required) and a kiddie pedal tractor pull at noon organized by the Gas & Diesel Engine Systems students.

Residents can drop off end-of-life computers, cell phones, printers, microwave ovens and copiers between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Ag Day is free to attend. Food and beverages will be available to purchase from Deet’s BBQ. In addition, Penta Culinary Arts students will be selling baked goods.

Penta Hair Design and Cosmetology programs will collect donations for the American Cancer Society by sponsoring a Cut-A-Thon on Friday, May 1 and Saturday, May 2 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Cosmetology labs. All types of services will be available, and no appointment is necessary. Visitors should follow the campus signs to the Cosmetology parking area.

For more information, call 419-6661120.

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April Student of the Month

Kara Barshel

Bailey Coughlin

Kara has a GPA of 4.25 and is ranked 9th in her class. She is a member of the National Honor Society, Cardinal Core and Chorale.

Bailey has a 4.23 GPA and is ranked 7th in her class. She is a member of the National Honor Society, Strive, International Club, and DECA. She also participates in varsity tennis.

Kara, daughter of Amy & Brad Barshel plans to major in psychology at John Carroll University to become a clinical psychologist.

Bailey, daughter of Scott & Heidi Coughlin, plans to major in law at the University of Toledo to become a family and divorce lawyer.

As part of our continuing commitment to the communities we serve, GenoaBank is proud to sponsor this outstanding Clay High School Student by awarding each winner $25 FREE in a new Deposit Account at GenoaBank.

As part of our continuing commitment to the communities we serve, GenoaBank is proud to sponsor this outstanding Cardinal Stritch High School Student by awarding this outstanding Cardinal Stritch student $25 FREE in a new Deposit Account at GenoaBank.

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Violet Dazley

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Violet has a GPA of 3.9 and is ranked 8th in her class. She is a member of the Show Choir and is also a math tutor.

Avery has a GPA of 3.6 and is ranked 6th in her class. She is a member of HOSA (Health Occupation Students of America) and participated in the National Competition and Skills USA.

Violet, daughter of Dawn & Matthew Ahern, plans to attend the University of Toledo.

Avery, daughter of Erica Laney and Brett Timblin, plans to study dietetics and human nutrition at Eastern Michigan University.

We congratulate Violet and are happy to award her a $25.00 Savings Account.

As part of our continuing commitment to the communities we serve, Bay Area Credit Union is proud to sponsor this outstanding Northwood High School Student by awarding them a $25.00 Savings Account.

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Central Catholic gearing up for some beauty and beast Central Catholic High School will present a tale as old as time – Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” Friday through Sunday, May 1-3 at the Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St., Toledo.

Tickets are available on advance of the show online at www.valentinetheatre.com or by calling 419-244-ARTS. Tickets will also be available at the Valentine Theatre prior to each show.

Penta students honored Twenty-two Penta Career Center were inducted into the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) during a ceremony held April 9.

The NTHS, which is similar to the National Honor Society at comprehensive high schools, requires students to maintain excellent attendance, good behavior and a 3.5 grade point average. In addition, inductees must meet the seven attributes of NTHS (skills, honesty, service, responsibility, scholarship, citizenship, and leadership).

Among the inductees were: Eastwood: Madellyn Berlin, Small Animal Care; Alexa Schmeltz, Exercise Science/Sports Health Care; Madison Vaughn, Marketing; Lake: Imtithal Baara, Medical Technologies; Jacob Balla, Advanced Manufacturing; Madison Vasko, Computer Hardware & Networking; Genoa: Samantha Barrett, Medical Technologies; Haley Crawford, Medical Technologies; Cassidi Tucker, Cosmetology; Olivia Reno, Medical Technologies; Lauren Vizi, Medical Technologies; and Jessica

Central Catholic students Selena Pickett, Rebecca Buckman and Tianna White, of Oregon, and Taylor Osting, of Northwood are busy preparing for the upcoming production of “Beauty and the Beast.” Pickett, Osting and White are performing; Buckman is artistic director. (Submitted photo) Weaver, Medical Technologies.

Oak Harbor: Kristiana Roberts, Medical Technologies; Woodmore: Logan Pietrowski, Medical Technologies.

Defiance students honored Each semester, Defiance College recognizes students who have attained an outstanding level of academic excellence by naming them to either the Dean’s list or the school honors list.

Among those named to the fall semester dean’s list were David Jacobs, of Elmore; Haley Kuhlman and James DeMeo, of Oregon and Jessica Morse, Toledo.

Named to the honors list were Justin Walker, of Oak Harbor, and Ryan Nelson, of Oregon.

Wittenberg honors Wittenberg University student Mackenzie Abel of Walbridge, was induct-

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Jacob Hankish of Martin, a sophomore majoring in criminal justice and political science at Heidelberg University, traveled to San Francisco April 17-21 to participate in the Model United Nations of the Far West Conference as part of university’s delegation. This year’s theme was “The Reach of the UN in the Modern Era: The Conflict between Individual, Collective and Sovereign Rights.”

The program helps students develop a greater understanding of the nations of the world, the relations between them, their policies, and the nature of their work in the United Nations.

In an effort to find qualified technicians for their Sidney, Ohio plant, Emerson Climate Technologies officials recently hosted Terra State Community College Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration students on a field trip and tour of plant facilities.

Terra State has a nine-month fasttrack program as well as a traditional associate degree program. Registration is underway for fall semester.

“We get phone calls and emails almost on a daily basis from companies that need technicians, and we just can’t fill all of their needs,” said Assistant Professor Tim Roth. “We’ve been telling employers that they need to help us find the people and we’ll train them. It’s a real issue for the HVAC industry.”

More information on the HVAC-R program at Terra State, 419-559-2276 or Steve Bender at 419-559-2277.

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Students in third through fifth grades at St. Kateri Catholic Academy got a firsthand lesson about politics and government April 13 when State Rep. Michael Sheehy (D) visited the school and shared some of his career experiences.

The Oregon native is a 1966 graduate of Cardinal Stritch Catholic High School – which is part of St. Kateri Catholic Schools – and is currently the representative for Ohio House District 46, which includes the cities of Oregon, Maumee, parts of Toledo and the Village of Holland.

Prior to becoming a representative, Sheehy served on multiple government committees, including Oregon City Council, Oregon Council’s Public Utilities and Environment Committees and Oregon Council’s Safety Committee. On March 26, he introduced SKCS President Rev. Schild to lead prayer at the start of the Ohio House of Representatives meeting.

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Toledo Birmingham Branch Library activities include: Art @ the Library (K-5), April 28, 4 p.m. – create a masterpiece using a variety of tools and media; Teen Space (grades 5-12), May 1, 4 p.m. –video games, karaoke, snacks, crafts and more. Taco Sale Fundraiser May 8, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. or until sold out, East Toledo Senior Activities Center, 1001 White St. Includes 50-cent tacos and refried beans and Spanish rice for $1. Dine in or carry out.

Proceeds benefit the New Van Fund.

Annual ProMedica Bay Park Hospital Flower Sale May 3 and 4. Hanging flower baskets available for $12; porch planters available for $14. All proceeds benefit the ProMedica Bay Park Hospital Auxiliary Ironwood Area Annual Block Party/East Side Reunion Planning Meetings May 9 and 23 and June 6 at noon in the basement of Redemption Baptist Church, 1309 Crystal St. The reunion is being planned for June 20 in the 1200 block of Ironwood, in front of the Edgar Holmes Park. For info, call Mary Wilson at 419-309-4021 or George Marshall at 567-395-0363.

Good Shepherd Altar & Rosary Rummage Sale June 10 and 11, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and June 12, 9 a.m.noon ($2-a-Bag Day) in the gym at Nevada and Utah streets. For info, call 419-698-3684.

East Toledo Senior Activities Center, 1001 White St., serves lunch Mon. through Fri. at 11:45 a.m. Featuring a hot lunch daily. Meals must be ordered the day before by 11 a.m. by calling 419697-9005. Cost is $2.50 for those 60 and older.

To order, call 419-697-9005 Cornhole-playing Fri. mornings from 10-11 a.m. at the center. No experience necessary. Free. Call 419-691-2254 for info.

East Toledo/Oregon Kiwanis Club meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 11:45 a.m. at the American Family Table restaurant on Navarre Avenue in Oregon. Walk-ins are welcome.

United Church of Christ Embroidery Club Classes meet Mondays 2-4 or 6-8 p.m. in the basement of Calvin United Church, 1945 Bakewell St. Everyone welcome. For info, call Elizabeth at 419-691-9051.

TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) welcomes new members who want to lose weight. The group meets Mondays from 7-8 p.m. at the East Toledo Senior Activities Center, 1001 White St. Weighins from 6-6:45 p.m. Yearly membership is $32.

Weekly dues 50 cents. Call Judy at 419-691-8033 or come to a free meeting. Everyone welcome.

Block Watch 410-N for the East Toledo Old Heffner School Area meets every 4th Monday of the month 6:30-7:30 p.m. 2075 Kelsey Ave. Residents who live within the boundaries of Starr, the RR tracks (Belt Street), Dearborn and Lemert, Seaman to the I-280 Bridge and any surrounding neighbors/ business owners are also welcome.

VFW Post #2510, 617 2nd St., offers Friday-night dinners from 4-7 p.m. Public welcome.

Waite High School Alumni from the Class of 1951, meet the 2nd Mon. of every month. For info, call Betty at 419-691-7944 or Fran at 419-6936060.

ABLE Mobile Benefit Bank visits the Locke Branch Library, 703 Miami St., the 2nd and 4th Wed. of each month from 1-3 p.m. No appointment necessary. Get help applying for food stamps, WIC, child care and other programs, along with free legal assistance. Call 419-255-0814 for info.

Oregon Movie, “Son of God” will be shown April 25 noon on the big screen TV in the Pavilion at Our Lady of Toledo Shrine, 655 S. Coy Rd. Free admission. All are welcome. For info, call 419-697-1425.

Red Cross Blood Drive, April 29, 3-8 p.m., Cardinal Stritch High School, 3225 Pickle Rd. Oregon Fest 2015 Planning Meeting, April

30, 6:30 p.m., Starr School Library, 3230 Starr Ave. Open to all groups and individuals. Visit OregonFest.net for applications or to enter contests. For info, call 419-913-3337.

Rummage & Bake Sale, Christ United Methodist Church, 5757 Starr Ave. Ext. (corner of Stadium & Starr), April 30 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; May 1, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. ($2 Bag Day). Lunch available for purchase.

Mercy St. Charles Auxiliary Card Party May 18, noon-4 p.m. $10. Call Cheryl at 419-276-4703 for reservations.

Gardeners & Crafters Wanted for Oregon Jerusalem Historical Society’s Garden Art Sale June 6. Organizers are looking for birdhouses, garden-related crafts and plants. For info, call Linda a t419-698-1045 or Nancy at 419-698-9068.

Open-Late Dinners, served Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 4-6:30 p.m., Ashland Baptist Church, 2350 Starr Ave. Open to anyone in the community.

Freewill offerings accepted but not expected.

“James Wes Hancock” Oregon Senior Center, 5760 Bayshore Rd., open weekdays 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Daily activities include: bingo, fitness classes, line dancing, exercise, Bunco, Euchre, and health screenings. Lunch served at 11:30 a.m. daily. $2.50 donation is suggested for seniors 60 & older; all others $5.32. Reservations required 24 hours in advance. 419-698-7078.

Toastmasters Club meets the 1st & 3rd Tues. of each month, 6:30 p.m., Lake Michigan Room, ProMedica Bay Park Hospital. Visitors welcome.

Info: Julie at 419-836-5051/Allen at 419-270-7683 or visit d28toastmasters.org and click on “Great Eastern Club.”

Harbor View Historical Society, Inc. and Museum, 2083 Autokee St. is open Wednesdays 5-9 p.m. Admission is free. The War of 1812 Exhibit and the Battle of Lake Erie continues. Visit the museum on Facebook for a virtual tour. For info, call 419-691-1517.

Biblical Living Support Group for those dealing with problems of all types will meet Tuesday nights from 6:30 -8 p.m. at New Life Assembly of God, 3230 Dustin Rd. Oregon Jerusalem Historical Society & Museum, 1133 Grasser St., will be open on Thursdays from 10-2 p.m. For info, call 419-6937052.

Chronic Pain Support Group will meet the 2nd and 4th Thurs. of the month at 10 a.m. at Faith United Methodist Church, 3415 Starr Ave.

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Jerusalem Twp. Board of Trustees Meet the 2nd and 4th Tues. of the month at 6 p.m. at the township hall, 9501 Jerusalem Rd. Jerusalem Twp. Food Pantry, open 2nd Wed. of every month, 9-11 a.m. at the township hall, 9501 Jerusalem Rd.

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Free Family Friendly Concert featuring “The GloryWay Quartet” Saturday, May 9, 7 p.m., Elliston Zion UMC, 18045 W. William St. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Freewill donation dinner will be served at 6 p.m. This is a free concert but a love offering will be taken to offset the costs of the quartet, which features renowned tenor Lynn Royce Taylor, known for singing with The Vogues and The Elvis Imperials. All are welcome. For more info, visit www.ellistonzion.com or 419-862-3166.

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The Time Is Now If you are ever going to love me, Love me now, while I can know The sweet and tender feelings Which from true affection flow.

Love me now While I am living, Do not wait until I’m gone And then have it chiseled in marble, Sweet words on ice-cold stone.

If you have tender thoughts of me, Please tell me now.

If you wait until I am sleeping, Never to awaken, There will be death between us, And I won’t hear you then.

So, if you love me, even a little bit, Let me know it while I am living So I can treasure it.

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Rummage & Bake Sale, April 30 and May 1 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Northwood Church of God, Curtice & Coy. Light lunch available.

Crafters Wanted for a Craft Sale May 30 in Northwood, Genesis Community Center, just off of I-280. Fee is $15 for a 6-foot table or $10 if you provide your own. Contact Kim or Christine at 567249-4283.

All-You-Can-Eat Fish Fry Fridays through May 1, VFW Post 2984, 102 E. Andrus Rd. Serving 5-7:45 p.m. Also serving steak, chicken and shrimp.

Beginners Bible Study for Teens & Young Adults, Sundays, 5 p.m., Northwood 7th-day Adventist Church, 2975 East Point Blvd. Everyone welcome. Info: www.northwoodadventist.org or 419-698-5100.

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Mom, I know the first few months of this year were hard on you. I’m glad that you’ve recovered and are feeling good as new. I don’t know what I would do without you.

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To lose you was a bitter wrench, the pain cut to my core.

I cried until my tears ran out and then I cried some more.

I know I can’t be with you now, and you can’t be with me.

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“Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food Initiative” The Farm Service Agency, along with the Natural Resources Conservation Service, OSU Extension, the Sandusky County Soil and Water Conservation District, and the Sandusky County Ditch Maintenance Department will be hosting an open house April 28 from 1-5 p.m. at the Sandusky County Agriculture Office Complex, 2000 Countryside Dr., Fremont.

A variety of program information will be available to visitors. In particular, the FSA will be available to work with organic producers to review programs that may assist them in their operation, such as the Non-Insured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) and Farm Storage Facility Loan (FSFL) Program.

The Farm Service Agency supports the Secretary of Agriculture’s “Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food Initiative,” and program information will be available to assist organic and traditional farm producers in their farming operations.

In addition, visitors will find information from NRCS, SWCD and OSU Extension on topics such as improving water or soil

Ag Notes quality or providing wildlife habitat and conservation efforts in the backyard or farm.

The latest Weed Control Guide and other crop and garden information will be available. Ditch Maintenance personnel will also be available to answer questions about the Sandusky County Ditch Maintenance program.

For more information, call 419-3346330 (Ext. 2) or visit www.fsa.usda.gov.

The role of food brokers Thousands of food products are made in Ohio every day, from Smucker’s jelly to Pepperidge Farm products to Graeter’s Ice Cream.

Some products arrive on grocery store shelves thanks to extensive distribution channels, fleets of trucks, and entire departments dedicated to the movement of items. For smaller companies aiming for a wider distribution of their products, the expertise of a food broker can often help gain greater visibility among larger circles.

The Center for Innovative Food Technology (CIFT) will host an informative seminar to discuss the role of food brokers/ distributors, product marketing, pricing and more Thursday, May 21 from 5-6:30 p.m. at the Northwest Ohio Cooperative Kitchen (NOCK), 13737 Middleton Pike (SR 582), Bowling Green.

Leo Dick, president, Leo A. Dick & Sons will be the guest speaker. Based in Canton, Ohio, the company serves the retail grocery and specialty/gourmet food markets in Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Michigan and western Pennsylvania.

Advance registration is required. Visit ciftinnovation.org to register and pay online, or call 419-535-6000, ext. 140 or email rsvp@ciftinnovation.org.

Police Beats OREGON – Unknown suspect(s) attempted to break into Stop and Go, 2062 Woodville Rd. on March 30. No entry was made.

• Unknown suspect(s) used victim’s Social Security No to file a 2014 income tax return in the 600 block of Sylvandale Ave. on March 26.

• Suspect used a $20 counterfeit bill at Walmart, 3721 Navarre Ave., to pay for merchandise on April 1.

• Unknown suspect(s) used victim’s Social Security number to file 2014 income tax return in the 6300 block of Corduroy Rd. on April 2.

• A ladder was stolen from the side of a building in the 4300 block of Navarre Ave. on April 2.

• Unknown suspect(s) used victim’s Social Security number to file a 2014 income tax return in the 200 block of Trailsend on April 6.

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The East Toledo Club thanks these businesses and organizations for their support in 2014. They are among the 46 businesses, organizations and individuals who are working for the common good of East Toledo.

The club’s civic projects include: collecting for The Salvation Army, the Old Newsboys, and the Waite Christmas baskets program.

The club also provides scholarships to Waite students and raises funds for special projects. Here are a few: In 2014, the club donated funds for the contest to decorate the waste disposal bins along Main Street and helped paint the bus benches;

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In 1997, the club donated $10,000 to ¿ve East Toledo nonpro¿t organizations;

$6,000 to Metroparks Toledo Area to purchase the ¿rst acre of the Pearson Park expansion project; In 2006, the club donated $1,500 to Safe Kids Greater Toledo to provide safety kits which included smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors to underprivileged families; In 2009, the club donated $1,000 for the Àag pole at the newly renovated Jack Mollenkopf Stadium at Waite High School; The club currently is conducting a fund drive entitled Pennies for Paving to help pay for a paved driveway at Waite’s football stadium; Since 1934, the club has sponsored a Memorial Day Flag Raising Ceremony and breakfast to honor our military veterans.

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806 Starr Avenue Toledo, Ohio 43605 419-693-7550

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To complain of discrimination call HUD toll-free telephone number 1-800-669-9777, for the hearing impaired is TTY 1-800-927-9275. *Equal Housing Opportunity* CONDO 2 Bed, 2 Bath, 868 sq. ft. includes 35' deeded boat dock and community pool.

97 N. Schooner Point Dr., Port Clinton, OH. $115,900.

419-356-3974 For pictures go to: zillow.com EAST TOLEDO, 2-3 bedrooms on Whittmore, clean, washer/dryer hookup, garage, $550/mo. +Deposit.

419-693-2624 East Toledo- 261 Cyril St. 3 bed, 1.5 baths. Large double lot. Quiet street. 2 car garage with additional carport. Many updates. Appliances stay. $68,000. 419-351-4801

2609 Amara #3 Toledo, OH. 43615 (Beautiful Condo)

414 MAIN, WOODVILLE $69,900 902 WILSON, GENOA $78,900 400 W FIRST, WOODVILLE $79,900 6294 FREMONT PIKE, PBRG. $84,000 613 RICE, ELMORE $129,900 14526 TOUSSAINT, GRAYTOW $129,900 2478 HESSVILLE,ELMORE 139,500 201 GUY, WALBRIDGE $154,500 4616 WILLISTON, NORTHWO $169,000 98 S. NISSEN, ELMORE $170,000 836 WATER, WOODVILLE $209,000 737 ASPEN, ELMORE $249,900 20530 W SR 105, ELMORE $279,900

SOLD! 3334 SUNSET, OREGON 23215 W. SR 51, GENOA 331 TOLEDO, ELMORE 101 LAVINE, WOODVILLE

PENDING! 403 WOODPOINTE, WOODV 1109 MAIN, GENOA 330 4TH, CLAY CENTER 514 CLINTON, ELMORE

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If you are selling or would like info on buying, Call me or Email me at:

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Lot For Sale- 5556 Clover Lane, Lot #137, 84' x 175', Country Meadows in Lake Township. $19,500 or offer. 419-260-2458

1217 Mott St. Toledo, OH 43605 Fully Renovated 3-bed, 2-bath

Commercial For Rent Commercial Property Office Space For Rent Share House/Apartment

Farm Ground for Sale 45.14 acres, more or less, located in Section 35, Lake Twp., Wood County, Ohio.

419-266-5062

502 Superior St. Genoa, OH. 43430

4866 Applewood Lane in CrossCreek Meadows.

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315 Stange Rd. Elmore, OH. 43416 3-bed w/2 car garage 289 Main St. Helena, OH. 43435 4-bed, barn & 1.24 acres

Like New! 14 x 70 Skyline 2 Bdrm, 2 Bath, C/A Awning & Deck Lot Rent $220 p/mo.

Lots & Land SR 579 East side of Railroad Williston, Ohio 43468 11.75 acres $54,000

Call Walnut Hills 419-666-3993 Bank Financing Available

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543R - NEW LISTING. Renovated 3 bed, 1.5 bath with finished basement in Oregon. IL#57644. Rick Howell 419-461-1587.

2226C - NEW LISTING. Full Brick 2 sty home in Deveaux Park. 3 bed 1.5 Bath $89,000. IL#56394. Ken Steingraber 419-346-7755.

339NB - NEW LISTING - Fremont - All brick 3 bed 2 full bath full bsmnt dining room & bonus room. IL#57654. Lana Rife 419-344-9512.

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Real Estate for Sale

Elmore-329 Congress, 3-bedroom, 1.5 bath, 2-car garage, basement, new windows, furnace with A/C, driveway. 419-699-9723.

OREGON, Tri-Level, 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, large country kitchen, detached finished 2 car garage $138,000 419-697-4650 or 419-2051128

Homes for Sale Investment Property For Rent Auctions Lots and Acreage

2270 Ridgewood, Northw Brick ranch, 3 bed, 2 bath, sunroom, fireplace, gourmet kitchen, granite, huge deck!

Excellent Properties!

1813 Bieber, Northwood $127,900 8946 Canada Goose, Oak H $126,900 400 Pemberville, Woodville $124,900 7039 N. Curtice, Curtice $105,000 2727 Northvale, Oregon $92,900 416 Superior, Genoa $84,000 (Duplex) 1929 Garner, Oregon $56,500 145 Country Walk, Walbrd $76,900 67 Drake Building Lot $32,800 0 Plumey, Northwood $15,000 PENDING! PENDING! 10640 Thais, Whitehouse 3551 Lynnbrook, Oregon 223 Dudley, Maumee 327 Fremont, Elmore 2121 Alvin

OPEN OpenSUNDAY Sat. May 2nd 12:30-2:30 APRIL 19, 1:00–2:30 410 W. Front St., Pemberville 444 W. College, Pemberville

3 BR, 2 bath, with many new updates. Nice lot with fenced Bob Bruning will be your host.

An elegant condo featuring in backyard with play set.

3 BR, 3 full baths, granite Host Dick Schmeltz countertops, 2 granite firepersonal showing places, 17 x 27 great room, For fullyour finished basement and 2 car garage. and information call to $134,900!

CallReduced Bob Bruning at 419-287-4484 419-490-8700

SECURE REALTY

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HOMES FOR SALE FREMONT HELENA 4050 CR 59 2258 August Drive GIBSONBURG 606 S. Patterson 205 Cedar Street 606 E. Yeasting

663 W. Yeasting 620 E. Yeasting

ABSOLUTE REAL ESTATE AUCTION

222 E. Front St., Pemberville

Thurs., May 14, 2015 - 5:37pm 508 Park Ave, Fostoria, OH

A tribute to all mothers for Mother's Day!

1 Story home on .861 acres, 2 car attached garage, 3 bedrooms, 1½ bath, breakfast nook, laundry room, lots of storage, attic storage in garage, 50 gal gas hot water heater, Airease Johnson furnace w/central air

Lovealena Kramer

WOOD COUNTY, OHIO

Open Houses: Wed, April 22 @ 5-7pm; Thurs, April 30 @ 5-7pm; Sun, May 3 @ 5-7pm; Sat, May 9 @ 2-4pm Call Fred 419-355-7326 or Visit Web for more Info WM BAKER & KEN BONNIGSON, CAI

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Mom, I know the first few months of this year were hard on you. I’m glad that you’ve recovered and are feeling good as new.

I don’t know what I would do without you.

Love you always, Melinda

SOLD, SOLD, SOLD 28088 Blue Grass, Walbridge 49 Pineview, Oregon 2450 108th, Toledo 2839 123rd, Toledo 433 Whitlock, Toledo 5911 Plympton, Oregon 2143 Westbrook, Toledo 830 Main, Martin 2836 Scottwood, Toledo

Deadline- Wednesday, May 6th. Ads will run on Monday, May 11th. (Sample shown). Runs in Metro & Suburban Press - $15.00 (w/color photo). Call 419-836-2221 or email cindy@presspublications.com to reserve space now! The Press 1550 Woodville Rd., Millbury, OH. (Open Mon.-Thurs. 9-5)

NEW LISTINGS! ELMORE‌ RIVERFRONT & OVER 1.8 ACRES! Spectacular River views in all Seasons from many windows in the home! Tiered concrete steps to the River.

2650sqft, 4BR, 3.5BA w/finished, walk-out bsmnt. Above ground pool & more! $325,000 SP4392 HELENA‌ Country Living! Well maintained 3BR, 2BA on 1.14 acres. Over 1,700 sqft. Partial bsmnt, att finished 2.5 car garage, plus det finished 4 car garage w/heated concrete floor & ½ bath. Newer log cabin shed, apprx.1/4 acre pond. $134,900 SP4391 LINDSEY‌ TURN-OF-THE-CENTURY “PAINTED LADYâ€? w/4BR, 2BA, parlor & DR. LR w/dec frpl, kitchen recently renovated w/ Cherry cabinetry, tile floor, countertops & sink. $109,000 SP4389 NEW PRICE! GIBSONBURG‌ Many updates await you! Newer windows, furnace & a/c.

Fenced back yard & 2 car garage. LR & DR w/hrdwd floors. 3BR & remodeled bath. Full bsmnt. $86,500 Sp4345

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Coming Soon Genoa!

Waterville Historical duplex for sale. Spacious 2-3 bedrooms, appliances, storage, separate yards, additional storage available in barn. 419-261-3949

2 bed, 1 acre, close to town, mint condition, sweet lot!

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Call 419-693-1660

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Nice Selection of New & Pre-Owned Singles & Doubles 2 & 3 Bedroom Sites Also Available!

Low Monthly Lot Rent Call Walnut Hills/Deluxe Park 419-666-3993 Bank Financing Available!

CONDO 2 Bed, 2 Bath, 868 sq. ft. includes 35' deeded boat dock and community pool.

97 N. Schooner Point Dr., Port Clinton, OH. $115,900.

419-356-3974 For pictures go to: zillow.com

Walbridge 1 Bedroom Apartment, $395/month plus deposit, no pets.

419-666-3809 Woodville, Ohio Apartments.

2-bedroom, newly painted, wall A/C appliances, porch or balcony, laundry, quiet neighborhood, pet friendly. Starting at $419 plus utilities. Woodville Manor.

Call/text 419-607-0172.

Yorktown Village 1 & 2 Bedroom Townhouses & Apartments

Quality at low prices!

Oregon Arms - 2 bedroom, spacious patio, C/A, $525 mo., + utilities.

Mountainbrook - 2 bedroom all electric, starting at $500 to $525 with carport 1 unit – heat included

Spacious 1 & 2 Bdrm. Apts.

$99 Move In Special!

Call for new tenant rate 1105 S. Wheeling

419-693-6682

Piccadilly East Apartments Starting At

* 1 Bed $400 * 2 Bed $500

• Oregon Schools • No Deposit • No Gas Bill • Small Pets OK! • Storage Units On Site

419-693-9391 Mon.-Fri. 9am-6pm, Sat. 11am-4pm 2750 Pickle Rd., Oregon Visa & MasterCard Accepted

www.oregonarms.net Call 419-972-7291 419-277-2545

East Side- 2 or 3 bedroom house, $575/mo. East Side- 4 Bedroom House $600/mo., 419-932-0503 EAST TOLEDO 1-bedroom, lower, $300/month 2-bedroom, upper $425/month plus deposit and utilities, appliances, no pets 419-691-3074 East Toledo upper apartment, nonsmokers only need apply. 1-bedroom, $375/month + utilities, $300 deposit. 419-693-5564 East Toledo, well maintained home, garage plus off street parking, extra 50'x100' lot, suitable for gardening etc., 2 newly carpeted bedrooms, updated bath, living room, dining room, kitchen. Near Maritime Museum and marina district. Easy access to downtown Toledo by the King Bridge. $600/mo +Utilities and lease. 419-277-7182 or 419-3291480

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EAST TOLEDO2 Bedroom Home on Raymer, $500/mo., 3 Bedroom Home on Kingston, $575/mo. Very Nice, well kept homes! 419-787-6043

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EAST TOLEDO- Genesee Street, 1 Bedroom Upper Apartment, $475/month, All utilities included, No Pets, 419-698-9058

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1 bedroom, close to Owens College and Crossroads Shopping center, 419-381-0600 or 419-873-1647 GENOA, 1 Bedroom upper, no pets, non smoker preferred, $395/mo +Security deposit/utilities. 419-8622000 Genoa-in town, 2br, 1ba, 1 car garage, frig./stove, no pets/smoking, $750/month plus utilities and deposit.

419-559-7698 LEMOYNE-Extra Large 1 bedroom upper, washer/dryer hookup, appliances, garage, $485/mo. +1st/last deposit, No pets. 419-836-7604 after 6pm.

Oregon Home, 2526 Granton Place, 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, basement/family room, 1 car garage, fenced yard, no pets. $950/mo +deposit. 419-2665793 Oregon home, 3 possible 4 bedrooms, 1 bath, full basement, fenced in yard, no pets. $900/mo +Deposit.

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— OPEN HOUSE — 4/26/15 — 12:00 to 2:00 3159 BEACHWOOD, OREGON OHIO 3 bedroom home with 1st floor master bedroom, 2 full baths, large lot, full basement, 2 car attached garage and more.

— OPEN HOUSE —

(Next to I-280, close to shopping & restaurants)

Visit us on our website at:

East side, 583 Dearborn, 2-bedroom apartment, $450/month plus deposit/utilities, new carpet & paint, appliances included, no pets. 419836-7557.

Andrew McCrory RealtorÂŽ

419-693-9443

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Oregon/Harbor View- 237 East Harbor View Dr., 1 Bedroom, $450/mo. +deposit, No Pets, 419-691-3468

*** PUBLISHER'S NOTICE ***

1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments available in Oregon, OH. Cedar Run Apartments 419-8611100

5/3/15 — 12:00 to 3:00 3442 MARY ALLEN DR, OREGON OHIO Custom built one owner Oregon brick ranch with over 1750 sqft of living space. This 3 bedroom home features living room, formal dining room, family room, large bedrooms, eat in kitchen, 2 full baths, 2 car attached garage, 3 season room, and full basement. Extra’s include 2 fireplaces, fresh paint, cedar closets, beautiful refinished hardwood floors throughout, walk in pantry, irrigation system, skylights, newer roof, furnace, and more. Stop by today and see all this home has to offer.

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108 N. Goodyear, 4 bed, newly remodeled Oregon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $134,900 1938 Metz, 3 bed - Oregon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$69,900 2028 Autokee, 4 bed large lot - Oregon . . . Pending 237 E. Habor View - Harbor View . . . . . . . . $24,900 9626 Bishopswood, 5 bed - Perrysburg. . . $130,000 726 Mulberry, 4 bed - Perrysburg . . . . . . . . Pending 1942 Owen St, 5 bed - Northwood . . . . . . . . $51,040 579 Main St., 3 bed - Clay Center . . . . . . . . . $23,500

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BATDORFF REAL ESTATE, INC. Trust the oldest and most experienced real estate company in town with your sale or purchase - over 170 combined years of real estate sales in our area!

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OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY MAY 3, 1:00-3:00 14763 W Kolb Road OAK HARBOR - $234,000 Open floor plan consisting of living room, dining area, kitchen overlooks the pond, has beautiful vinyl deck, pasture & stable for 2 horses. Office could be used as 4th bedroom.

Attached garage 25x25. Detached garage 36x40. Call Anna Lou Spino 419-898-5646.

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY MAY 3, 1:00-3:00 12293 W St Rt 105 OAK HARBOR - $128,000 Beautiful View! This 3 bedroom 2 full bath home has lots of natural light throughout. On a hot summer day relax by the Pool, and on those cold winter days warm yourself by the woodburning fireplace or in the handcrafted sauna. Call Alissa Miller 419-491-3487 or Jerry Schultz 419-261-0158.

NEW LISTING !

2725 SR 12 BURGOON - $125,000 Unfinished 2 story country home with full basement and attached 2 car garage on over 5 acres. Wood burning fireplace, central heat & air. Call Bernie Hammer 419-307-4060 or Batdorff Real Estate 419-898-6804.

NEW LISTING !

223 Burns CURTICE - $82,000

Mike's Hauling We buy junk cars, trucks and vans Scrap metal hauled free.

419-666-1443 TOP CASH PAID for Junk or Repairable Vehicles. Towing Available. 419-260-7879.

Cleaners Needed at Turnpike Plaza in Genoa, Part-time shifts including weekends. $8.10 per/hr. must have clean background and reliable transportation. Call 419-261-6094 M-F between 8-5.

Comfort Keepers now hiring STNA, HHA & CNA for PT position (flexible scheduling) in Lucas and Ottawa counties. Call 866-230-2624 for more details.

Diesel Mechanic Needed Local Excavating Company is in need of a mechanic to do maintenance repairs on dump trucks and other equipment. Full-Time Pay Negotiable, no degree needed but experience is a must.

Please call 419-972-6061 Drivers-Company & O\Op's: Increase Your Earning Power! Run Dedicated! Great Hometime and Benefits YOU Deserve! Drive Newer Equipment! 855-971-8527 Drivers: CDL-A 1yr exp. Earn $1200+ per week. Guaranteed Home time. Excellent Benefits & Bonuses. 100% No-Touch, 70% D&H 855-842-8498 Drivers: Drive Like a Champion Penske Logistics hauling freight!

HOME DAILY! Perrysburg based No-Touch Positions!

Excellent Weekly Pay! Comprehensive Benefits! $3000 Sign-on Bonus! Monthly Bonus! Brand NEW equipment!

Class-A CDL 18 months experience CALL TODAY: 1-855-835-3429 Drivers: Triple Crown has 10 openings in its Sandusky Terminal.

Owner Operators Class A needed.

Lease purchase available. Sign on bonus if in the fleet by May 31st 2015. Paid Tolls, Home Daily. Great income. Call Today: 888-992-5609 Dump Truck Drivers Needed.

Class A and Class B. All local driving. Full time and Over-time. Please apply in person at: 1770 Drouillard Rd Oregon, OH, Phone: 419-6938845 ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION SPECIALIST Metroparks of the Toledo Area is looking for a qualified individual to serve as Environmental Education Specialist. Position will involve development, production, implementation, and presentation of programs and special events.

Requires associate's degree in biology, environmental science, communication, education, or related field, or work experience equivalent to a degree. Experience presenting public or educational programs, producing special events, educational and public program development, production, and evaluation required. Part time, up to 35 hours per week. $13.02/hr. Go to www.metroparkstoledo.com for complete list of position requirements and duties; must submit online application and resume by May 10th. EOE Experienced Dump Truck Driver with CDL. Local driving only. Call 419-461-6295.

General Laborer Light Manufacturing Must know how to read a tape measure, supply own basic tools. Fulltime wage depends on experience.

Fax resume, references and salary requirements to: 419-691-7677 or mail to: P.O. Box 167416, Oregon, OH. 43616 Hair Stylist needed at Samson & Co., Booth rental $110 weekly, Navarre & Wheeling, 419-691-1300 Homeworker's Needed Earn up to $584 weekly assembling products, sewing, woodworking.

Materials provided. Year round work.

1-801-263-4078 anytime, www.assembly-income.com HOUSE CLEANING Busy house cleaning service looking for energetic team members who like to clean. No evenings, weekends, holidays. Call 419-873-7000.

(8am-4pm)

On the lake! Cozy ranch home sits on an extra-large lot. All appliances stay, large sun porch, 2 car detached garage. Motivated Seller! Call Cherie Salazar 419-707-1088 or Batdorff Real Estate 419-898-6804.

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INSTALLATION MECHANICS Manpower is recruiting installation mechanic technicians for a local company. This is a great opportunity to work in an excellent working environment. These positions are long-term and can lead to hire!

1st shift with over-time. Manpower is seeking individuals with mechanical, welding and electrical experience.

Blueprint reading and hydraulics are a plus. Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs. Will need your own basic tools. Starting pay $14.00 per hour with increase if hired.

Requirements: Resume, drug & background check, GED or HS diploma STOP in at MANPOWER 419-893-4413 316 W. Dussel Dr., Maumee, OH and bring 2 forms of ID. Mon-Fri from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm to apply or send resume: gloria.minard@manpower.com

Lawn and Landscape - Oregon Work at Toledo Refinery 40 hours per week, Start at $10./hr., 6 openings, Must pass pre-employment drug screening & background check.

Apply in person 3912 Funston Street Toledo, OH M-F 11am-4pm Light The Way Childcare now hiring school-age summer teacher and an infant teacher. Apply in person, 340 Toledo Street, Elmore, OH 43416. 419-862-3431 Local excavating company seeking qualified laborers, operators and dump truck drivers. Immediate positions available. 419-972-6061 NORTH TOLEDO FORKLIFT JOBS OPEN INTERVIEWING We are looking for 2nd shift forklift positions. Must be able to work up to 10-12 hour shifts.

Starting Pay Rate is $10.00 per hour.

Positions offer possibility of full time hire with pay increase.

Will need recent experience.

Come in and apply anytime Mon-Fri from 9am-3pm. Bring 2 forms of ID MANPOWER - 316 W. DUSSEL DR. MAUMEE, OH Call with any questions 419-893-4413

NOW HIRING Full time positions •Major Medical after 13 weeks and eligibility •Advancement opportunity •401K/Profit Sharing •Employee savings plan •24/7 Business. All hours needed •No experience necessary.

Training provided •5-6 day work schedule weekly Starting wage $9.45 hour.

Average Position Pay with bonuses over last 60 days – • Bay Attendants $10.55/hr. • Bay Leaders $11.24/hr. • Bay Supervisors $13.40/hr.

If you are a high energy, easily motivated individual with the ability to work well with others and aren't afraid of hard work, we are looking for you! Apply in person at: BLUE BEACON TRUCKWASH 26416 Baker Rd. Perrysburg, Ohio at Petro EOE/We Drug Test No Phone Calls Please!

OTR Drivers needed for Ohio based Reefer Company. Call for details 419-410-1748.

PEDAL BOAT CONCESSION WORKER Metroparks of the Toledo Area has an opening for an individual to operate pedal boat concessions at Pearson Metropark. Requires HS diploma or equivalent, drivers license; minimum age 18. May through September; up to 16 hours per week. $8.10/hr. Application must be submitted online by May 6th at www.metroparkstoledo.com. EOE SALES OPPORTUNITY NABF College World Series media publications/sponsorship. Commission only. Call 419-936-3887, leave name and phone number.

Seeking Baker, Cook and a Waitress. Please apply in person at Don's Donuts, 2911 Woodville Road, Northwood. 419-693-9043

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Tractor mechanic needed to work part-time on my backhoe. 419-8558371 Vet Assistant & Receptionist. We seek a very special person to join our dedicated team. Part-time position available. Monday-Saturday.

We're a non smoking facility. Send resume to: 835 East Broadway, Toledo, OH. 43605 Welder/Fabricator Previous manufacturing/fabricating experience helpful. Must know how to read a tape measure. Experience with saws, hand and power tools.

Must supply own basic tools, FullTime. Fax resume, references and salary requirements to: 419-6917677 or mail to: P.O. Box 167416, Oregon, OH. 43616 Windsor Lane Healthcare is looking for STNA's. Please inquire within at 355 Windsor Lane Gibsonburg Ohio or fax resume to 419-637-2555.

St. John’s Hilltop Dayschool in Stony Ridge, OH is seeking highly qualified and motivated candidates for FT/PT Toddler & Preschool Teachers (Lead and Assistant) to accommodate our thriving program. Minimum requirements: Career Pathways Level 2, along with previous experience in childcare. Pay will be compensated based on education and experience.

Applicants must have a great work ethic and attendance record. Please see a complete job description at www.stjohnshilltop.com.

Send a cover letter and resume to admin@stjohnshilltop.com

by May 1st.

• Toddler Teacher Sub. Needed 11am-7pm. • Afternoon grade school teacher needed.

Experienced only.

Call or stop in at Little Wonders Child Care Center 2534 Woodville Rd. Northwood

419-691-3783

KITCHEN HELP Experienced Full and Part Time ALL Shifts Competitive Wages & Benefits Candidates should call

1-888-673-8765 or apply online www.mypetrojob.com - hiring code 101

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Perrysburg 419-837-5730 Norwalk 419-499-2222 Small, independent Insurance Agency is seeking a self-motivated CSR to work full time. Job includes answering phone, servicing policies and general office duties. Must be friendly, outgoing and detail oriented. Additional responsibilities based on experience. Insurance experience is a plus, but will train. Please send resume to P.O. Box 586, Walbridge, OH 43465 or fax to 419-693-9740

Turnpike Service Plazas are hiring for:

TRAVELER’S EXPRESS

Hiring for All Shifts and Shift Managers • Up to $9.00 per hour to start

• Meal Discounts • Flexible Hours Applicants will be considered for all concepts

HOLY SPIRIT – you who make me see everything and who shows me the way to reach my ideal. You who give me the divine gift to forgive and forget the wrong that is done to me.

You who are in all instances with me. I, in this short dialogue, want to thank you for everything and confirm once more that I never want to be separated from you, no matter how great the material desire may be. I want to be with you and my loved ones in your perpetual glory. Amen.

Thank you for your love towards me and my loved ones. Pray this prayer for 3 consecutive days without asking your wish. After the 3rd day your wish will be granted, no matter how difficult it may be, then promise to publish this prayer as soon as your favor has been granted. VC

Wyandot Plaza

Former nanny has openings (newborn & Up) in my Oregon home. Offering fun, education, lots of love, first aid & CPR. 419-972-7109 I provide child care in my Millbury home, I have references, non-smoking, free meals, CPR Certified, lots of TLC. 419-836-7672.

I do home and office cleaning.

30 yrs. Experience, Reasonable and References. Call Barb 419-666-1753 I do home and office cleaning, organizing and painting. 20 yrs.

Experience. Reasonable and References. Call Kristi 419-344-8717

A Mechanic looks at vehicles, pays accordingly, anything w/wheels 419-870-0163

BUYING VINTAGE TOYS 50'-70's Slot Cars, Model Kits, Hot Wheels Redlines, GI Joe's, Barbie's, Battery Operated, Robots, Tin Windup, Cap Guns, etc.

Call 419-349-1314 We buy most anything from your garage! 419-870-0163

Adult couple seeking country home, Ottawa County, responsible dog owners with references, 2-bedroom, basement/garage. 419-3452959.

Thanks St. Jude, Blessed Virgin Mary, St. Anne and all for prayers answered. JAH

SEASONAL LAWN CREW SUPERVISOR Luther Home of Mercy, a residential facility for adults with DD, located in Williston, is searching for a Seasonal Lawn Care/Landscaping Tech to supervise and transport our residents to LHM sites to complete lawn care.

This position hours varies per day as needed Monday - Thursday (20-40 hrs./wk.) with no benefits. Must have a valid driver’s licenses (max points - four (4)), able to lift 50#, pass a drug test and BCI background. DD experience preferred but not required. Apply at 5180 N. Main St. Williston OH 43468, fax: 419-972-4347 or visit our website at www.lutherhome.org to complete an application.

FROGTOWN MOWING & TRIMMING 419-972-4016/419-350-9769 Commercial & Residential *Insured & Bonded *Free Estimates/100% Guaranteed “We'll meet or beat any price�

Serving All Areas Residential/Commercial Spring – Fall Cleanup Brush Hog Services Mulch-Stone-Topsoil Delivery Snow Removal Military/Senior Discounts Insured, References Member of the BBB NW OH & SE MI 419-466-3547

"Serving all of N.W. Ohio"

Hardwood Flooring, Refinishing, Installation, and Repair Work.

20-yrs experience.

Call Kyle 419-343-3719 RAY'S HANDYMAN SERVICES

KNIERIEM PAINTING & WALLPAPERING EXTERIOR-INTERIOR Painting & wall papering; Interior wood refinishing; airless spray; power wash & blasting; silicone seal; refinishing aluminum siding; residential; church, farm.

50+ YEARS EXPERIENCE FREE ESTIMATES *SENIOR & WINTER RATES* 419-697-1230 NORTHWOOD

Carpentry, Drywall Repairs, Painting, Siding, Electrical Problems, Help for the Do-It-Yourselfer.

Small Jobs Welcome, 35+ Years Experience

Jake's Drywall We service Northwest Ohio.

No job is too big or too small.

27 years experience.

Fully insured. Free estimates.

419-360-3522

419-836-4574/419-304-0583

4 Cemetery Lots at Rest Lawn, Could be together or separate, $550 a piece, 419-855-4908

Free Estimates *Flat Roof *Rubber *Shingles *Tear-Off *Re-Roof *Repair 419-309-1882

Home and office cleaning done at reasonable rates, 30 years experience, 419-277-1404

ERARD PAINTING 35 yrs. experience Call 419-343-4962

HANDYMAN Electrical Service Upgrades, Plumbing, Woodwork, Painting, Member of BBB Call 567-277-5333 (local)

SKYWAY DRIVE-IN FLEA MARKET

OPENING Sunday – May 3, 2015 8:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M. Located: On U. S. Route 20 8 miles West of Fremont 5 miles East of Woodville

WAYNE

Vendors do not need reservations.

George's Organic Compost Fresh – Bulk Reasonably Priced You Pick Up Or We Deliver 419-836-9587

Oregon Jerusalem Historical Society is looking for Gardeners and Crafters to participate in their June 6th Garden/Art Sale. Looking for bird houses, garden related crafts, and plants. Call Linda 419-698-1045 or Nancy 419-698-9068

DRIVER Part-time (30 hour per week) position based at our Bowling Green Production Kitchen – Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Examples of duties include: Packaging, prep and delivery of home-delivered and congregate meals, able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds consistently.

Qualifications: Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent, a proven record of working harmoniously with older adults as well as colleagues, be eligible for bonding and insurable under agency policy, possess a valid Ohio driver’s license with proof of auto coverage (state minimum), must have a minimum of 5 years driving experience and a demonstrated ability to operate large vehicles (CDL not required). Successful candidate must successfully complete BMV and BCII background checks.

Agency application available at the Wood County Committee on Aging, 305 N. Main Street, Bowling Green, Ohio, on our website www.wccoa.net, or by calling 419.353.5661. Deadline for submission of application is Friday, May 1, 2015.

EOE.

Garage/Estate Sale 148 E. Main Street Saturday, May 2nd, (8am-5pm) Antique Furniture, Glassware, Lace/Drapes, Pictures/Frames, Lamps, Unique Items, Bible Scroll, Mirrors, Holiday, Jewelry, Crocks, Lots of Smalls and much more!

WOODVILLE 409 Henry Street (in alley) April 30th- May 2nd, (9-5) 4 Family Sale!

Comic Books, Collectibles, Precious Moments, Glassware, Bird Houses, Clothes, Old Avon Figurines, and Lots More!

OREGON 1625 Spring Forest Drive Off Brown near Lallendorf May 1 & 2 9 AM to 4 PM Household items, home decor, womens clothes and much more!

âœˇVendors & Individualsâœˇ Garage SALE & Antique Tractor Display

OREGON 1903 Oakdale May 2nd (9am-4pm) Rain Date May 9th Lots of brand new stuff, shampoo, laundry detergent, clothes, gift sets and toys.

Something for Everyone!

No Early Birds!

419-836-4111

OREGON 2307 Ruthdale Off VanBuren May 1, 2 & 3 (9-4) Go cart, mini bike, TVs, appliances, 36� leaded glass door with side lights, 1900's replica pull chain toilet, vanity/medicine cabinet/light bar, A/Cs, pallet jack, tools, fishing gear and DVDs.

Sat. June 6 9 am-4 pm 20 X20 Space $25 For application: www.friendsof maumeebaysp.org or

MOLINE MOVING SALE! Indian Creek Subdivision 27768 Apache May 1, 2 & 3 (10-5)

Mike Halka 419-350-8662 Oregon, OH.

DRIVEWAY STONE (SCREENINGS) $11/TON MINIMUM OF TEN TON DELIVERED OTHER STONE PRICES ON REQUEST 419-392-1488 419-836-8663

New or Replace Concrete Driveways, Sidewalks, Pole Barns, Porches, Stamped & Color Concrete Brick & Block work etc.

Veterans & Senior Citizens' Discounts Free Estimates, Licensed & Insured "No job to big, no job to small"

For Your Wedding Grosjean Photography Call Ken or LaRae at 419-836-9754

419-855-3478 419-855-7239

Ed's Mowing, Complete Lawn Service and Bush Trimming, No contracts. 419-693-9614 or 419-3491266

BAY AREA CONCRETE

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Blue Heron Plaza

Call Jim 419-490-3401 419-726-1450

STEVEN'S LAWN SERVICE & LANDSCAPING

Cosgrove Lawn Service Spring Clean Ups, Weekly Lawn Mowing, Commercial & Residential, Mulch & Topsoil, Landscaping & Bushes, *Honest *Reliable *Insured

Do you need to speak with confidence or better clarity? Be our guest at the next Toastmasters Club Meeting.

No Classes - No Pressure Just an inviting, supportive environment. We all have similar goals.

Come to Bay Park Community Hospital the first and third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 P.M. Visitors always welcome. Call Ken for more info 419-378-1777 or check our local website: tinyurl.com/7475cv6 or the district: www.d28toastmasters.org

Part time Positions Available

Petro Stopping Centers I-280 Exit 1B Stony Ridge, OH

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PERRYSBURG OREGON 235 South Berlin Ave. Friday, May 1st, (9-4) Saturday, May 2nd, (9-4) Neighborhood Sale!!!

Exercise Bike, Antique Watches, Tools and Much, Much More!

24355 Pemberville Road Between Route 163 & Truman May 2nd, (9am-4pm) Mulcher, Chain Saws, Tools, Kids Clothes, Furniture, Smoker Grill, Kitchen Items, Shower Chair, Commode, 2 Dining Tables, DVDs & CDs. Too much to list!

OREGON 2737 Northvale (off Berlin) May 1st (9am-4pm) May 2nd (9am-2pm) Boy's, Infant, Toddler clothes, household and misc.

Oregon 449 South Goodyear th April 30 – May 2nd, (9-5) 4 Family Sale!

Picnic table, Household Items, Adult Teen Clothes, Computer Desk, too much to list!!!

Something for everyone!!!

OREGON 5 FAMILY GARAGE SALE! EVERYTHING MUST GO! PRICED TO SELL! 5345 PICKLE ROAD (AT THE END OF PICKLE)

April 30th -May 3rd 9am-7pm

Furniture, Name brand adult & kids clothes, Discounted Thirty-one Products, Toys, Holiday, & much much more!

OREGON ANNUAL BLOCK SALE S. BERLIN (between Starr & Hayden) May 1st & 2nd (9am-4pm) Several homes involved.

Something for Everyone!

Rummage and Bake Sale Northwood Church of God Curtice and Coy April 30th & May 1st 9am-5pm Light luncheon available.

For Your Wedding Grosjean Photography Call Ken or LaRae at 419-836-9754

I BUY USED GOLF CARTS CALL ANYTIME SANDUSKY 419-626-5053

Dining room table w/3 extenders, 2Captain Chairs & 4-straight chairs, covers included. Call after 3pm 419290-1861

DIRECT CARE POSITIONS AT LUTHER HOME OF MERCY If you are looking for a new career in helping others; join Luther Home of Mercy, a facility (main campus) located in Williston, Ohio, and individual homes throughout Lucas, Wood (Northwood) and Ottawa Countys (Port Clinton, Oak Harbor, and Fremont).

At this time LHM is accepting applications for both campus (part & full time, week-end only positions), the position is to assist adults with Developmental Disability; with a starting pay of $9.75 per hour and other benefits. All Applicants must meet the following qualifications: High School Diploma or GED, and ability to lift 40+ lbs., able to pass a drug test and BCI/FBI background check.

Direct Care Staff - (Main Campus) No experience necessary but helpful.

Supported Living Provider - (Community campus) Valid drivers licenses (max of 4 pts.) with reliable transportation for transporting, with at least one (1) year experience. Must be able to pass CPR/FA and Med Admin training.

If interested, send resume to Luther Home of Mercy/Director of Human Resources, 5810 N. Main St., PO Box 187, Williston, Ohio, 43468 or apply online at www.lutherhome.org. EOE

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THE PRESS, APRIL 27, 2015

Indoor Patio Furniture- Sofa and two swivel chairs and hassock, all like new condition, top of the line, $300, 419-833-4352 Two Retro Lamps from early 1960's, White with a gold base and gold designs, $20 each, Call 419836-9754.

FOUND- Male Cream Colored Siamese Cat With Blue Eyes given garage home through winter at Glenross Blvd. in Oregon. adult, friendly, Call 419-693-4728 or 419-290-8424

5 Piece Pearl Drum Set, Good Condition. $500 419-666-1327 8 sections of 4x8 white vinyl lattice$100 Kitchen Table and 4 Chairs, $50 Sofa Table, $50 New TV wall unit still in box, fits up to 72�-$150 TV stand w/glass doors-$25.

Toddler outdoor playhouse, wood$150/OBO 419-691-3841

Mag, 17� Flat Square Tube Monitor (15.9�VS) Still in Box, Never used. $30.00. 419-836-9754

Bilco Scaffolding- 2 Stages, $550, 419-662-1366 Cardio-glide exerciser by Weslo, excellent condition, low impact workout, $65. 419-836-7276

Blue and Gold Macaw, with large cage. $800. Serious inquiries only.

419-574-1634

Insulation- No Itch, Denim, 6�

Thick, R-19, 32 Bundles, $800, 419662-1366 Onyko Home Theatre System, Curio Cabinets, Computer Stand, Roll Top Desk, Metal File Cabinet, Entertainment Center, Bookcases, Cedar Chest, 32�

TV and stand, Longaberger Baskets (some signed), Singer Sewing Machine, Red Hats of Courage Firefighter Figurines and other Firefighter Memorabilia, Seraphim Angels, 419-260-8872 Pool-16'x48� ultra frame, ladder, filter, solar cover/accessories. E/C, used one season/carefully stored $285. 419-836-7276 PROM DRESSES FOR SALESizes vary between 2-6, Long Dresses: Lime Green with beaded design on top half (with matching purse); Shades of Blue (color fades from one shade of blue to another); Blueish Black with beaded embellishment; Dark Maroon completely beaded, Light pink two piece (long skirt and sleeveless beaded top), Simple black with diagonal running bead embellishments along top and waist. Eggplant strapless sweetheart top with pick-ups on skirt. Short Dresses: Royal Blue (pick-ups on skirt), Gold (halter top). Mid Length Dress: shiny maroonish purple color with angled bottom. Prices vary but all very reasonable (between $20$60). Will send pictures upon request. 419-266-2292

2009 Chevy Cobalt LT, 67,000 miles, 1 owner, looks and runs great! $6,600/OBO. 419-277-3584

2008 BUICK LUCERNE CXL, 30,600 miles, 1 owner, $12,000.

Call 419-693-1660.

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PUBLIC AUCTION “FOR� CITY OF FREMONT Sat, May 2, 2015 – 9:37 am 711 S. Front St., Fremont, OH 2001 F350 1 Ton Dump - Van - Jeep & Auto’s 1985 Ford Fire Truck Pumper Davey Tow Behind Large Air Compressor Over 100 Bicycles – Misc Electronics - Shop Lights - Traffic Lights 3500 Watt Generator - Exercise Equipment - Lots More Misc.

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2 Evinrude 9½ motors, one long shaft, one short shaft with tanks.

419-836-8450

NORTHWOOD BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS PUBLIC MEETING

Evinrude Outboard 55 model #557730, $200/OBO. 419693-1689

The Northwood Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, May 12, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Northwood Municipal Building.

All Board of Zoning Appeals meetings are open to the public and are held on the second Tuesday of each month unless it is necessary to reschedule. The following appeals case will be reviewed:

1998 Sportsmen Camper- 34', Stove, Air & Heat, 1 Slide Out, New Tires, $3,100 OBO, 419-276-0373 Must Sell, Moving out of state!

2011 Salem Travel Trailer, 35', front kitchen, double slides, king bed, lots of storage and extras. $16,500/OBO. 419-351-2558 or 419-385-0330 can leave message.

Case No. 0620: Muhammad Abdelhoq, 3930 Eisenhower Dr. is requesting a variance of 12’ to allow a porch enclosure around an existing slab. The porch will be 23’ off the front property line, we require 35’. N.C.O. Section 1260.04(b) Note: This home is on a corner lot.

Case No. 0621: Aziz Sezginis, 3812 Eisenhower Dr. is requesting a variance of 4’6� to allow a shed to be built 3’6� off the side and rear property lines instead of the required 8’. N.C.O. Section 1260.09(c) Note: This home is on a corner lot.

Case No. 0622: Henry Jeffries, 2114 Sheffield Pl. is requesting a variance of 23’ to allow a 10’ x 12’ shed to be built behind an existing garage located in the front yard.

N.C.O. 1264.09(e) Note: This home is on a corner lot.

Attest: Kimberly Vaculik Planning, Zoning & Economic Development Coordinator City of Northwood

NORTHWOOD PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC MEETING The Northwood Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on Monday, May 11, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Northwood Municipal Building.

Planning Commission will review the following:

Sharper Image Razor Xtreme push/kick scooter-$40. 419-8369754

Washer & dryer $50/each. Couch & love seat $150/pair. La-Z-Boy lift chair barely used $300. Fridge $50.

419-360-0707.

Fremont Country Club, 2340 E. State, Fremont, OH 43420

419-547-7777

Sears Generator 3500 watts, 120/240 volts w/wheels, good condition, $250.

Heavy-duty Blue Ox tow bar, $200.

Bicycle rack, holds 2-4 bikes, for vehicles or motor home, 2� receiver. $35 419-287-3720

Table Saw movable hand made stand includes 7Ÿ� circular saw with blades. $125.00 cash. 419-836-9832 or 419-704-1052

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Cadillac Head Gasket Repair Is your Northstar engine losing coolant? Have it tested free at TMZ Automotive. 419-837-9700.

Mobile Home Tires Size 8-14 Call 419-392-8968

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COIN HIGHLIGHTS: Over 50 Morgan & Peace Dollars; Barber Dimes; Mercury Dimes; Nickels; Misc. Pennies; 1909 S Wheat; 1941-1958 Wheat; Proof Sets; 1835 Half Dime; 3-1853 Half Dimes; Barber Half Dollars.

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For Sale 4 Drawer File cabinet-$25.

For Sale 8'x30� Picnic Table-$25.

419-697-4650 GARMIN nuvi 40 GPS with suction cup mount and 4.3� color LCD touchscreen display. Even tells speed limits! 010-00990-08. Was won in a contest! NEVER USED! STILL IN ORIGINAL, UNOPENED PACKAGE, Bestbuy.com lists this model for $114.95, I am asking $75, 419266-2292.

Two early '50's Chrysler's with Hemi engines. One garaged 55 years with good body, engine seized.

Other for parts with good Hemi. $3,000 for both. 419-367-4187

9 Assorted Grout Trowels, Plaster & Cement Stirrer, $30, 419-260-8174 Amateur Radio's TS-450S-AT Voice Module, DSP100, PS-53, SP-23, MC 60A, TS-50, AT-50, PS-33, Night Eagle Mic and Silver Eagle Mic. 419-693-8467

VILLAGE OF WOODVILLE PUBLIC AUCTION Saturday, May 9, 2015 at NOON Municipal Bldg. — 530 Lime St., Woodville, OH 43469 (Parking available at Wojo’s or behind Tri-County Bowling)

Items include but not limited to: POLICE FORFEITED VEHICLES* (9), FIRE HYDRANTS (11), TRAFFIC LIGHTS (7), SCHOOL ZONE SIGNS/LIGHTS (2), BICYCLES (10), VILLAGE TRUCKS (2), ONE TON ROLLER (1) All items will be available for inspection from 10:00am until Noon the day of the auction. *Three (3) of the nine (9) forfeited vehicles have salvage titles. For a complete list of vehicle descriptions contact Chief Whitehead at 419-849-2211.

Terms of Sale: Cash or Certified Check. All items to be sold “As-Is�/No Warranty. All items must be removed the day of the sale. The Village of Woodville reserves the right to reject any or all offers. Buying requirements for all vehicles: At least 18 years of age and a Valid Driver’s License Auction services by: Gentry Auction Services - Wm. Scott Gentry, Auctioneer

Fanning/Howey & Associates, Inc., 500 West Market St., Celina, Ohio is requesting final site plan approval for work that will be done for Northwood Local Schools, 600 Lemoyne Rd. The School system is preparing for site work to be completed this summer, the work includes: A new bus facility, paving the existing grassed parking area east of the stadium, paving the existing gravel parking lot at the southeast corner of the high school, installing a new paved drive off of Lemoyne Rd. northeast of the high school building, adding new concrete walks at the stadium, and installing an 8’ wide concrete walk along the west side of Lemoyne Rd. They are also seeking approval for a temporary student drop off and parent parking area in front of the Olney Elementary School. This temporary paved drive and gravel lot will be removed when the new school construction is completed.

Planning Commission meetings are open to the public and are held on the second Monday of each month unless it is necessary to reschedule.

Attest: Kimberly Vaculik Planning, Zoning & Economic Development Coordinator City of Northwood

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APRIL 27, 2015

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Toledo Reign football

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By Mark Griffin Press Contributing Writer sports@presspublications.com

Oregon resident and Lake grad Ashley Zam; Coach/ co-owner Mitchi Collette and Sandi Bowen, Eastwood grad and current mayor of Lindsey.

(Press photo by Harold Hamilton/ HEHphotos. smugmug. com) Stadium in Fremont, where they lost to the Pittsburgh Passion 66-0.

“It was ugly, but exactly how I predicted,” Collette said. “They are the world champions, national champions, league champions, whatever you call it. They are a huge powerhouse. They usually carry a 90-man roster and they usually bring about 60 of the 90 to the games. You are allowed to play 45 players.”

Collette played football for 13 years with the Toledo Troopers before that team folded, and she then got roped into coaching the Spitfire, which hadn’t had much success.

“I think they lasted five or six years and might have won two games a season,” Collette said. “Me and their marketing director and 19 players left the Spitfire and formed the Reign.”

The Reign competed in the Women’s Pro Football League from 2003-08, then moved to the Women’s Football Alliance starting in 2009. The team joined the Great Lakes Division of the IWFL last season.

The league’s regular season ends June 13, followed by a division playoff. The champions will play for the league title in July in Rock Hill, S.C. The Reign, which plays its next two home games at Waite’s Mollenkopf

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I had a model on my team. You would never know that she played football by the way she looked and her demeanor.

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The Toledo Reign offers it’s players a lot of things, such as camaraderie and a chance to travel to places like Baltimore, Pittsburgh and Milwaukee. Oh, and you get to hit people, too.

The Reign is a local team that plays an eight-game schedule in the Independent Women’s Football League. Mitchi Collette, an Elmore resident who coaches and founded the team along with Beth Razzoog in 2003, has assembled a 28-player roster for the 2015 season.

Angie Blasingim, a 2005 Lake High School graduate, is a Reign rookie and plays mostly nose tackle and offensive guard. It is a far cry from her softball-playing days in Millbury. Blasingim saw some action on special teams in the Reign’s season opener last Saturday against Pittsburgh.

“It’s interesting, that’s for sure,” Blasingim said. “It’s different than any other sport I’ve played. Softball was my main sport in high school, but I’ve played volleyball, run track and played basketball. For the first time, they’re telling me to hit the girls.

“Most women’s sports aren’t highcontact. That’s been the difficult thing to wrap my brain around, as well as the sheer amount of information I’ve had to take in since starting. Softball and basketball, you start when you’re little and you build on them. It’s not like that with football. Being a little girl, you don’t get that opportunity.”

Blasingim was a student athletic trainer for Lake’s football team, but she never tried out for the squad.

“I like watching football,” she said.

“The camaraderie you have and the bond a team like that has is a special thing. It’s a second family. Everybody lifts everybody else up and is so supportive.”

The IWFL draws women from all backgrounds.

Sandra Bowen has been the mayor of Lindsey since 2012 and owns Sandi’s Village Cafe. She played football with the Toledo Spitfire from 2002-2008, when the team folded, then hooked up with the Reign, where she plays on the offensive line, linebacker, safety and defensive end.

Bowen, 47, is just 5-foot-4 and sometimes has to block players who outweigh her by 100 pounds – and she loves it.

“It’s both a mental and physical sport,” she said. “It pushes your limits all the time.

Mentally you keep on pushing yourself. It’s extremely physical as well. It’s a challenge, and I always like a challenge.”

The Reign practices every Tuesday and Thursday, either in Temperance, Michigan, or at Erie Mason Middle School. They played their opening game at Don Paul

Stadium and its final home game June 13 at Erie Mason High School, take a bus to every away game, including this weekend in Baltimore.

“We have a lot of talent,” Collette said.

“We just have to get them to work together.

We did tryouts in October and did conditioning in November. In January we were in shoulder pads and helmets and started

putting in all these plays they learned in November and December.”

How dedicated are these players (the youngest is 18)?

“They take this serious,” Collette said.

“I had a model on my team. You would never know that she played football by the way she looked and her demeanor. One time we were playing Minnesota and they wanted to know who number 14 was, because she was smash-mouth. You put a helmet on and they just become football players. They absolutely love the game.”

Bowen said the players want the chance to actually feel what it’s like to hit an opponent, score touchdowns and block and tackle like their male counterparts.

“We don’t have (girls football) in high school or junior high, so now you finally have an opportunity to play as an adult,” Bowen said. “This is a structured women’s team and they’re more comfortable playing against women.”

What do the players’ families think about watching their moms, girlfriends and wives on the gridiron? Blasingim said her 7-year-old son, Nick, “loves it.”

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Every time he takes the mound, you know you’re going to get a good outing out of him.

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Five players from The Press coverage area are playing for the Owens Community College baseball team this spring.

Three are from Eastwood (Jake Schmeltz, Zach Coffield, Grant Peters) and the others are from Genoa (Casey Gose) and Cardinal Stritch (Robbie Bekier). First-year Express coach John Parisho personally recruited Gose and inherited the other four local products.

“They’re all very coachable, very respectful,” Parisho said. “They’ll all get a chance to have an opportunity at the next level (in college). They’re high-quality kids who come from great programs. It’s an honor to have them in our program.”

Through Thursday, Owens had lost four straight games to fall to 13-17 and 4-12 in the Ohio Community College Athletic Conference. Eight of those losses have come against the No. 9-ranked Division II team in the nation, Sinclair Community College (34-5, 11-1), which is located in Dayton.

“We’ve been a little bit of everything this season,” Parisho said. “We’re trying to change the culture, the mentality, and teach these guys how to win instead of sitting back on their heels hoping other teams are going to make mistakes. We’re trying to be aggressive and show that hard work gets you everywhere. It’s going to take a little bit of time. We’re going to take our bumps and bruises little bit. A lot of kids on the team are very athletic.”

Parisho includes Gose, a 5-foot-10, 175-pound freshman second baseman, as one of the Express’ more athletic players.

Gose was moved from the outfield (mostly left) to second base and has adjusted well.

He’s also producing at the plate, hitting .351 with 17 RBI and 23 runs through 30 games.

“Next year he’s probably going to end up in the middle infield,” Parisho said.

Stritch grad Robbie Bekier transferred to Owens from Tiffin University. (Photo courtesy of Owens Sports) “We had some injuries and a transfer, so we were just trying to get our athletes on the field. After a couple more injuries, we could have used Casey in the outfield, but we thought it would be a mistake taking him out of the infield. He’s done a very good job at that position.

“He’s a very athletic kid and his attitude, he’s a competitor. Every single at bat, he’s a non-stop competitor. That’s one of the things I love about him.”

Bekier, a 6-3, 175-pound freshman right-hander, is a transfer from Tiffin University. The Stritch grad was 2-3 with a 4.35 ERA through 30 games.

“He’s a very good pitcher who pitches low in the zone,” Parisho said. “He com-

petes and battles his tail off. Every time he takes the mound, you know you’re going to get a good outing out of him. We don’t have lot of depth in pitching this year, so we need our starters to go deep into the game.

He throws a lot of off-speed stuff and is experimenting with different arm angles.

Coffield (5-10, 160) is a sophomore and Owens’ starting catcher. He is batting just .188 with eight RBI and nine runs this spring, but Parisho has been pleased with Coffield’s other aspects of catching.

“Zach calls a great game,” the coach said. “The pitchers trust him behind the plate. We don’t really look at offense when it comes to catchers. We want somebody who can control the staff, and whatever

you can get out of a catcher on offense is a bonus. Zach can hit, he’s just struggling a little bit at the plate. We like what he does behind the plate.”

Schmeltz (6-0, 175), a freshman righthander, has made seven appearances on the mound with one start, and has a 6.75 ERA. Parisho said Schmeltz joined the team during Christmas break.

“We didn’t know what we were going to get out of him,” Parisho said. “We picked him up at the break in January - he was just going to school at Owens - but we needed another arm and he’s been a pleasant surprise.

“Jake doesn’t throw real hard, but he hits his spots and just gets outs for us. My first experience with him, when I started talking with people, is he’s a gamer. Not flashy, just a gamer.”

Parisho said the 6-5, 215-pound Peters is still getting used to the college game. He has made five appearances with two starts, and is 2-0 with 3.68 ERA. “Grant is one of those guys where I don’t think we’re going to see the best of him at Owens,” Parisho said. “He’s still developing as a pitcher, and he’s going to really blossom as a junior and senior. He throws really well right now. When he fine-tunes as a pitcher, the kid’s going to be lights out.”

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Lexi Rudnicki admitted she was a little “scared” about transferring from Delta to Northwood after her freshman year in 2014.

“A new school, new people,” Rudnicki said. “But, we have a lot of family over here. So far, I’ve made a lot more friends.”

Opposing softball coaches are going to wish Rudnicki, an honorable mention All-Northwest Ohio Athletic League third baseman last season, had stayed at Delta.

Meanwhile, third-year Northwood coach Jennifer Noonan probably feels like she won the lottery.

“I’ve told the team, ‘if you have questions on how to do something, watch Lexi,’ ” Noonan said. “She’s a great role model.”

Through 10 games Rudnicki is hitting .542 with three home runs, 13 RBI, 11 runs and nine stolen bases batting in the No. 3 spot in the lineup, just ahead of sophomore pitcher Jade Laviolette (.360). Freshman third baseman/right fielder Lexi Lampros is hitting .421.

The Rangers, however, have struggled early with a team that features two juniors and two seniors. The team captains – Rudnicki, Laviolette and Toni Tristan (.379) are all sophomores.

Rudnicki had two walks in Tuesday’s loss to Cardinal Stritch, which dropped Northwood to 3-7 and 1-2 in the Toledo Area Athletic Conference “The main issue is that we’re young,” Noonan said. “We have young athletes swinging at bad pitches and making simple mistakes. We only have one senior starter, but we’re definitely getting better.”

Noonan said she moved Rudnicki from third base to shortstop because she is able to cover a lot of ground with her quickness,

Lexi Rudnicki is finding Northwood to her liking. (Press photo by Don Thompson/ Facebook. com/DNRsport) and the Rangers graduated their starting shortstop. Rudnicki said moving to short has been an easy transition.

“I feel more in control in the field, more of a leader,” she said. “I have more reaction time at shortstop than at third.”

Noonan didn’t really know what she was getting, or that Rudnicki was even going to play softball, until Delta coach Sam Keesey got in touch with Noonan.

“He and I both coach travel ball,” Noonan said. “He texted me over the summer and said I’m getting a really good play-

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“It was our first day of mandatory, Feb. 23, and it probably took 10-15 minutes to realize that Lexi was really something – athletic ability, fundamentals, general knowledge of the game. We didn’t have to explain things like we have to with freshmen and new players. After practice I talked to her and said, ‘from what I’ve seen, you’re probably going to be our starting shortstop.’ ” Rudnicki said she did a lot of hitting

and fielding over the winter with her travel team, the Toledo Wizards. She said she likes what she’s seen of the competition in the area.

“It’s a lot more intense here,” she said.

“I was watching some of the Clay games, and when we played Stritch, games like that. I was working hard all winter, so I’m kind of glad everything paid off. ” The 5-foot-1 Rudnicki prides herself on having a keen eye at the plate.

“I’m doing better than I thought I would,” she said. “I know my batting average has gone up, and only striking out once this season has been good. I go up and try to make contact. I think that the ‘smaller’ hits help a team more. They add up.”

With three home runs (one over the fence), Rudnicki is two home runs shy of tying the school single-season record for home runs in a season. Cindy Szyperski holds the record with five.

“Lexi is an amazing kid, on and off the field,” Noonan said. “She plays aggressive and will dive for the ball when necessary.

She works hard and is always smiling, and she does what she’s told. The team voted her as one of the captains, so obviously the girls respect her.”

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Top left, Genoa residents, R to L, Chris Mathews with son Brock and Rich Wagner enjoy the OSU Spring game. Top right, #84 Corey Smith scores winning TD from Cardale Jones pass. Bottom photo, #19 Gareon Conley knocks down a Jones pass intended for Noah Brown #80. (Press photo by Harold Hamilton/HEHphotos. smugmug.com)

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...during a halftime competition for longest throw against J.T. Barrett and Troy Smith, Heisman trophy winner and retired NFL quarterback, he beat them with cannon shot 74 yard throw.

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It was mid-April, sunny and about 75 degrees. Add to that The OSU Band playing “Hang-on-Sloopy” and the 2014 National Championship Football Team and you just might have a pretty neat day. That was the feeling of the record setting spring-game crowd that watched the young “Buckeyes” down at “The Shoe” last Saturday.

There were not many surprises as Coach Urban Meyer held to his announcement earlier in the week that most of the starters would only play a very limited amount. Add to that the number of injured players and it left an opportunity for some new faces to shine.

One exception was last year’s third string quarterback Cardale Jones. You may have heard of him. After J.T. Barretts’s injury, Cardale stepped in to help put an unbelievable “whippin” on Wisconsin to win the Big Ten Championship. He was selected as the MVP in the game and then went on to beat Alabama and Oregon for the National Championship.

Cardale played the entire spring game wearing the traditional black jersey signifying “no contact”. He led the Grey team and while they won, neither team looked very good. Nearly all of the plays were long passes and many missed their target and some were dropped, no fault of Jones. He threw 42 times, had 19 completions and 2 interceptions for a total of 304 yards.

The Scarlet’s quarterback, Stephen Collier, was young, inexperienced and, interestingly, did not wear a black, no contact, jersey. Considering he was, I guess you would say a 4th stringer, and had weak receivers he only completed 15 of 33 pass attempts and threw 3 interceptions.

Cardale Jones is an interesting study.

At 6’5’’ and 250 pounds and a natural athlete it would seem like he should have

been the number one quarterback without question. He has an unbelievably strong arm and during a half- time competition for longest throw against J.T. Barrett and Troy Smith, Heisman trophy winner and retired NFL quarterback, he beat them with cannon shot 74 yard throw. When told how far he threw he frowned and jokingly commented “I guess my arm is a little tired”.

His teammates gave him the nickname “12 gauge” a reference to his #12 and to his arm strength. Maybe it’s secretly also a reference to his scatter shot throwing. With Cardale’s strength the extra travel time on a long pass allows more time for the receiver to “run under the ball”. It, however, can also be a problem as he throws so hard on short passes that they may be hard to catch. One trait that I love to see is when he runs he isn’t afraid to put a shoulder into a linebacker and drive him back a few yards.

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A second halftime contest was for the fastest Buckeye. Ezekiel Elliott beat Braxton Miller by about one half step in a 50 yard dash.

After the game, Coach Meyer was asked how he would decide who was going to be his starting quarterback. He replied, “That’s going to be interesting to watch this summer, how they handle themselves, how they behave, how they train and how they come together as a team. Because that team has to get better by the time coach Mick (Marotti–strength and conditioning) hands me the team like he does (after) every summer.”

Meyer went on to say that there was no room for “a gut feel” on who should have the job. Each candidate will be scored on the aforementioned areas and that would determine who will start the season. He said, “I must have objective information when I talk to the players and their parents so they know exactly why their son is in the position that he is in.”

One area that Meyer certainly shouldn’t be disappointed is in Saturday’s recruiting. The stadium was flooded with young high school talent getting a good look at The Shoe and nearly 100,000 crazy fans. Within two days of the game OSU got five commitments. They now have 11 commitments for the 2016 class and five for the 2017 class. These classes are ranked #3 and #1 by 247Sports.

Last fall, after the way OSU played in the Virginia Tech game, I said I doubted if they would even play in the Big Ten Championship game. I did hedge my comment, however, and said if anyone could make them better it would be Urban Meyer and his staff. Boy did I learn something.

I feel pretty comfortable that they will be ready to play this fall. The future looks good and the game on November 28th against Blue up north should be the best in years.

“He suits up with us and likes coming to practice,” she said. “He’s all for it.”

The same holds true for Bowen’s husband, Glenn, and her two stepsons.

“They are very supportive,” she said.

“They think it’s cool to have a mom playing football. My husband has been supportive the whole time.”

Other local players on this year’s team include Brittaney Watson from Northwood and Ashley Zam from Lake. Watson and Blasingim have been friends and rivals since they were 8 years old, and Watson is now a rookie two-way lineman for the Reign.

“I played sports since I was in kindergarten until I graduated high school,” said Watson, a 2005 Northwood grad who played softball and volleyball and was a cheerleader in high school. “You get older and you need something to do. I decided I wanted to get active and do something, so I decided to play football. It’s a ton of fun.

It’s fun to get in the team atmosphere where you’re in a family away from family with your teammates.”

Watson also has a 7-year-old son whom the Reign players call “Coach Noodle.”

“It’s just a nickname he got,” Watson said. “He loves football. He plays for an NFL flag football team, so he thinks it’s fun that his mommy plays football.”

Blasingim said the players learn something new at every practice – about themselves and their teammates.

“Any women out there thinking about playing, come and see what it’s about,” she said. “It’s a great thing. I’m certainly glad I did this. Every game, every day is a learning experience. Now we know what to do in the second go-round. I’m looking forward to playing Pittsburgh again.”

Austin Adams signs On Thursday, April 16, Austin Adams, a senior at Cardinal Stritch Catholic High School, signed his national letter of intent to play basketball at the University of Urbana.

Adams will begin his career with the Blue Knights this fall.

“Austin is a tremendous athlete with a lot of talent, and we wish him nothing but the best at Urbana,” said head coach Jamie Kachmarik. “He reached a lot of impressive milestones while at Stritch and was a big part of our success this season.”

The signing marks the end of the final chapter of high school basketball for the senior who holds multiple school records, including career points (1,699) and single game point total (44). Adams has also played on the varsity squad since midway through his freshman season.

This past season, Adams helped lead the Cardinal to a 19-7 record – a school best – and a District Championship.

“It is a fitting end for one of the greatest players in Stritch basketball history,” said Craig Meinzer, Athletic Director at St. Kateri Catholic Schools. “He’s a great player who is well deserving of playing at the collegiate level.”

Adams set the career point-total record during a 40-point performance at Northwood on Feb. 3. The previous record of 1,425 stood for nearly 30 years and was set by Joe Gajdostik in 1986.

Adams also came within striking distance of the school’s single game record of 44-points – which he set during his junior season – but came up just short in two 41-point performances during the regular season.

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Comets off to a fast start behind their strong seniors

By Yaneek Smith Press Contributing Writer sports@presspublications.com So far, so good.

Coming into this season, a lot was expected of the Genoa Comets.

In the last two seasons, they’ve won 20 games both times and advanced to the Division III regional final while just missing out on winning a Northern Buckeye Conference title. And this year, with a senior-laden team, Genoa is hoping to win a league title and make another run in the tournament.

Currently, the Comets are 9-1 overall and 2-1 in the NBC. They’ve been incredibly dominant, winning all but one game by at least four runs and outscoring their opponents 105-33 thus far.

Seniors Luke Rightnowar and Jake Wojciechowski are doing a fabulous job on the mound and both currently sport an ERA under 2.00. Rightnowar is currently 4-0 with a 1.25 ERA. In 24 innings, he has allowed four earned runs on 19 hits to go with 15 strikeouts and 11 walks.

Wojciechowski is 2-1 with a 1.89 ERA and has 26 strikeouts in 19 innings.

“Luke’s pitched a lot of monster games for us – he’s pitched every big game in the last three years,” said Ron Rightnowar, now in his fourth year coaching the team.

“I can’t think of one when he didn’t answer the call. The guys have a high level of comfort with him. They know that we’ve got a really good chance to win. Jake is really talented, he can beat anybody. He just hasn’t been out there as much, he’s got to get some experience behind them. That’s a pretty good 1-2 punch. (And) Jake is tearing it up (at the plate).”

Wojciechowski, who also plays center field, is hitting like a machine so far. He’s 14-for-26 (.538) and has yet to strike out. Catcher Nick Wolfe, who, like Wojciechowski, has committed to play baseball at Owens Community College next year, is hitting .464 (13-for-28) with 10 RBIs and 14 stolen bases. Second baseman Cody Pickard is hitting .455 (15-for-33), has scored 12 runs and stolen 10 bases and third baseman Kyle Edwards has a .370 average and has scored 14 runs. The lineup features Pickard in the leadoff spot, followed by Edwards, Wojciechowski, Wolfe, RF Matt Bradfield, Rightnowar, who plays

Lake’s first baseman Todd Walters, tries to catch Genoa runner Blake Traver as he dives back to first base. Currently, the Comets are 9-1 overall and 2-1 in the NBC. (Press photo by Harold Hamilton/HEHphotos.smugmug.com) shortstop when he’s not pitching, SS Matt Aumiller, 1B Jarred Brossia and LF Blake Traver.

Despite their success this season, Ron Rightnowar, who pitched in the Major Leagues with the Milwaukee Brewers in the 1990s, looks at their lone defeat, a 6-5 loss to Otsego that saw the Comets lose a two-run lead in the sixth inning, as something of a blessing in disguise.

“The loss at Otsego might’ve been the best thing for us,” he said. “It helped to get them focused. We’ve started all these first round of games in the league on the road.

That’s tough – we played Lake and Otsego, who are (among) the next best teams (in the conference). We get them at home in the second round (of league games), though.

I’m pleased with how we’ve played, but we’ve got to get better. We’re working hard and staying focused and we’re doing O.K.” Genoa’s most impressive victory came when it rallied from a four-run deficit to defeat Cardinal Stritch, 9-5, on April 10.

The Comets, who fell behind 4-0, scored six runs in the sixth inning to overcome a 5-3 deficit. Bradfield singled, Aumiller walked and Brossia drove Bradfield home

with the first run before the game was tied when another run scored on a wild pitch.

Genoa took the lead when the Cardinals committed an error and Wojciechowski drove in Traver with a single to make it a 7-5 game. Wolfe later drove in Pickard, who finished with a single, a double and three RBIs, and Edwards scored the final run on a wild pitch. It was Edwards who came on in relief and got the win, allowing just one run on five hits in five innings of work.

“We usually wait a few innings to start scoring,” Wojciechowski said. “If we start scoring early, we’ll be a much more explosive team.”

The other wins came against Oak Harbor (twice – 18-3; 18-6), Delta (6-3), Toledo Christian (10-3), Woodmore (12-3), Waite (9-0), Lake (10-3), the reigning league champions, and Port Clinton (8-1).

The victory over the Redskins, who are in the midst of a good season themselves, was impressive as well. Wojciechowski allowed just one run on one hit in a completegame performance that saw him strike out 11 batters, though he did walk six. He came up big in the fifth inning when he struck out consecutive batters with the bases load-

ed to kill off a potential Port Clinton rally.

Edwards played well in the game, finishing with three hits and two runs while Bradfield drove in three runs.

One of the reasons for the team’s success is their strong camaraderie.

“I’d say we are closer than last year,” Wojciechowski said. “This year, we’re open to each other, we talk to each other, we don’t talk about stats as much. We just play for the W, we play for each other. We trust each other.”

Rightnowar has special connection with this group of seniors. He came to Genoa when the six of them - Pickard, Wojciechowski, Aumiller, Edwards, Wolfe and his son, Luke – were freshman, and credits them with building a solid foundation for the program.

“I’m just proud of this group of seniors,” said Rightnowar, who coached at Toledo Christian before coming to Genoa.

“It’s my fourth year; they were freshman when I got here. They’ve helped me reestablish the program and build with the young guys. The program has a bright future and they deserve credit for the work they’ve done.”

Woodville’s Sandwisch commits to Mountaineers

By Mark Griffin Press Contributing Writer sports@presspublications.com Central Catholic football coach Greg Dempsey has won two state titles with the Irish and sent nearly 25 players to compete in Division I football.

When Dempsey first laid eyes on Woodville resident Zach Sandwisch, he knew the kid was something special.

“He was coming off a torn ACL, so I didn’t get to see him do much the first six months,” Dempsey recalled. “He looked the part of a football player. He was a big, tall, athletic kid. Still is. He’s a hard-working kid off the field and on the field. He is a leader, very vocal and by his actions. He’s very smart when it comes to the game of football. If he wasn’t so valuable to us on defense, he’d be an offensive star for us also.”

Sandwisch, a junior middle linebacker, couldn’t play for the Irish until Game 6 last season after transferring from Woodmore.

The 6-foot-3, 218-pound Sandwisch will play his senior season at Central Catholic in 2015, then it’s on to West Virginia University.

Sandwisch gave a verbal commitment to the Mountaineers on March 18. He can officially sign next February.

“It takes a big burden off my shoulders,” said Sandwisch, a backup outfielder on the Irish baseball team this spring.

“Now I just need to focus on my baseball season. After that, I’m going after football non-stop. It’s going to be on my mind 24/7.

I have to succeed in school. I’m going to West Virginia for three things: school is No. 1, football is No. 2 and becoming a better man is No. 3.”

Sandwisch could have picked any number of colleges to play football. The University of Toledo has wanted him for a long time, while Dempsey confirmed that Sandwisch also has offers from Illinois, Iowa and most of the Mid-American Conference schools.

“He visited West Virginia twice and re-

Central Catholic senior Zach Sandwisch. (Press file photo by Scott Grau) ally liked it there,” Dempsey said. “They say it (Morgantown, W. Va.) is a great football town.”

Sandwisch said Ohio State wants him to participate in a summer camp, but he said he’s given West Virginia coach Dana Holgerson his word and doesn’t intend to break it. The Mountaineers finished 7-6 last season, including 5-4 in the Big 12.

Sandwisch played in five regular-sea-

son games and five playoff games last season, recording 80 tackles (16 for loss) and three sacks, with two forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries.

“He does play sideline to sideline, and he’s also very physical,” said Dempsey, who has been at Central Catholic for 15 years. “He puts pressure on the quarterback, and he can cover the pass. We never had to take him of the field, because he can

do anything. He’s a great kid and he’s been a pleasure to coach. I’m looking forward to his senior year.”

Sandwisch played a big role in Central’s run to the Division III state championship last fall. The eighth-ranked Irish upset second-ranked and unbeaten Athens 56-52 in a back and forth title game at Ohio Stadium. Sandwisch led the Irish, who finished 13-2, with 10 tackles despite breaking his right hand in the first quarter. He made the last tackle of the game, as time ran out.

Sandwisch said WVU recruited him to play outside linebacker, a position he has never played.

“The first time I went down there, on Jan. 31, I fell in love with it right away,” he said. “It felt like home. I hear all the time you have to go where you’re wanted and it has to feel like home. I went to Indiana on a visit and went to Toledo. I went back down to West Virginia for spring practices and I felt ‘this is the place.’ ” Offensive line coach Ron Crook was Holgerson’s assistant in charge of recruiting Sandwisch, who said he told Crook during his second visit that he would let the coach know about his decision “real soon.”

Sandwisch said he felt he had to make a decision fast, or he wouldn’t be able to focus on his schoolwork. He met with Dempsey and they went to the school’s college admissions office.

“I called coach Crook and told him,” Sandwisch said. “I called my parents (Donna and Mark) before that and said, ‘I’m calling coach Crook right now.’ He was ecstatic that I committed.”

Sandwisch said it was a relief to finally make a decision.

“I’m happy,” he said. “I committed to the school I want to be at. I want to go where they want to win games and win a national championship. They’re hard workers and I think all those coaches will push me to the limit and make me a better player and a man. I want to surround myself with those types of guys.”

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