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A poster gala was held at the Lake Erie Research Center, Oregon, showcasing scientific research posters by the University of Toledo's National Science Foundation REU Fellows. Pictured, student Jessica Barnes discusses her poster on the economic impact of algal blooms with Dr. Andrew Solocha, University of Toledo. The purpose of her study was to evaluate the impact of water quality on the different types of tourism along Lake Erie. (Press photo by Ken Grosjean)

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Concerns raised over new practice fields By Kelly J. Kaczala Press News Editor kkaczala@presspublications.com The city of Oregon has decided not to tear down and reinstall new baseball practice fields on city property adjacent to the Coontz Recreation Center, despite concerns they were not put in properly. P.J. Kapfhammer, owner of Maumee Bay Turf Center, said at a city council meeting in June that the practice fields were substandard and not “playable.” “You can call them practice fields, call them whatever you want,” Kapfhammer said to council. “You should probably just bulldoze it. Start over. I watched it progress, and I bit my tongue, and I watched it and bit my tongue. And I can’t bite my tongue anymore. I understand they’re practice fields. But if you’re going to do them, make them playable.” Among his complaints: The backstops should not have been installed first. “The fencing never goes in first. It’s not even an option, because you have to work around where that fence is. So you’re going to either hit it an awful lot of times, or you’re not going to do much work around that fence. And I got my answer when all of a sudden, the stone just got dropped. They

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Business owners and residents in Ottawa County who’ve been having problems obtaining required permits or inspections are being invited to a meeting Aug. 2 at 7 p.m. in the county emergency operations center, 315 Madison St., Port Clinton. Larry Durivage, a member of the county’s building standards appeals board, said he is organizing the meeting to offer contractors, installers of septic and sewage systems, restaurant and campground operators and other business owners the opportunity to voice their concerns to county officials. He said elected officials and members of the boards of the building inspection and health departments have been invited. “It’s taking some of these guys 12 to 16 weeks to get permits from the health department,” Durivage said last week. A contractor who builds homes in Ottawa and neighboring counties also said there have been numerous problems obtaining permits for installing septic systems and related issues. The contractor, who asked not to be identified, said campgrounds, nursing homes and restaurants have also reported problems about the health department’s approval process. “It’s awful. What should be a two week process, maximum, to get a permit is taking 12 or more weeks,” the contractor said, adding that the problem has been getting worse in the past several years. With septic systems ranging in price by thousands of dollars, depending on how many bedrooms in a home and other factors, for example, a builder is hampered in providing reliable cost estimates to homebuyers until a system has actually received a permit, the contractor said. Nancy Osborn, the county’s health commissioner, said last week her department has been informed of the meeting and plans to attend. The position of director of the department’s division of environmental health is

didn’t even dig it out. You dropped 900 tons of stone on top of the dirt. There’s no base to hold it now. So you have an eight to 10 inch lip that goes right from stone down to the ground. That’s unplayable,” he said. Seeded in June Kapfhammer also questioned the timing of scattering grass seed on the fields, and that there was no irrigation to deal with flooding after rainfall. The seed was thrown in June, without any cover or irrigation to deal with the warmer temperatures of July and August, he said. “I’ve done plenty of jobs for the city. It’s unheard of in this industry,” he said. He

asked Recreation Director Joe Wasserman, who was at the meeting, how much it cost the city to buy the seed. Wasserman said it cost $10,000. The total cost of the backstops, stone and seed was $40,000. “From that point, they were put in as practice diamonds, but strategically located so that down the road, when funds and resources avail themselves, we will turn them into game diamonds,” said Wasserman. “So basically, they were put in with just the stone, the seed and backstops for practice purposes. If they were going in as game diamonds, we would have looked at irrigation, drainage, additional fencing material, cutting out the dirt, bringing the soil, doing the subgrade and all of that. And obviously we would have gone to much more cost, and a lot more consultation from experts such as yourself. But at this point, they went in as practice diamonds.” Wasserman said the work has been completed. Backstops were installed, 900 tons of stone were dropped on the infields, and 7,000 lbs. of seed were scattered on 15 acres of fields. “I promise you, there’s no chance it can ever grow,” Kapfhammer said of the seed. “It’s not feasible. Even if there were Continued on page 2

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Concerns raised over new practice fields Continued from front page some green nubs, that heat is going to hit with no root zone, no way to keep it cool, no water – and it’s done.” Flooded infields In addition, the infields were flooded after a hard rain. “It pooled around all the infields. When you play softball and baseball in the spring, when everything is melting, it’s going to pool. The water table won’t allow it to leave,” he said. He made phone calls to city officials to express concerns, he said. “In our own backyard, and nobody had anything to do with this. You have $40,000 in fields sitting out there now that are absolutely useless. I like Joe [Wasserman]. I get along great with Joe. I don’t even blame him. You’re all here. You guys represent the city. The fields are 200 yards away from here, and it doesn’t take much to see how badly it’s being done. You guys approved it. You could have done it right. It wouldn’t have cost that much more. I would have come in here for free and showed you how to do it right. It’s a shame.” “I’m thankful that you came and addressed this,” said Walendzak. “I think other council members have raised concerns also. Obviously coming from a professional

perspective – it’s what you do for a living - holds a lot of weight in what you’re saying.” City Administrator Mike Beazley said the administration had asked the Recreation Department to develop the fields. “We were going to do some stone and plant some grass seed,” said Beazley. “In terms of the timing of it and the process, we asked the department to do it. We certainly will be following up very quickly after this meeting.” Councilman Steve Hornyak said he had repeatedly asked for updates on the fields. “The new fields were something we certainly approved. Then one day fences showed up. Then a couple weeks later dirt showed up, then stone. I’m a little concerned that it does appear that we dumped some stone on the ground. So I think we need to revisit that.” Future diamonds Walendzak said he hoped the city can “address it in a matter that makes it appropriate.” Reeves agreed. “I respect your opinion and what you’re talking about. What can be done to salvage what we have?” Reeves asked Kapfhammer. “Start over. You really have no choice,”

said Kapfhammer. “The grass seed will not grow. The stone is sitting above. You have to give it something to hold it. It’s not an attack on Joe personally. But this is how it’s been done. You have to excavate that all out. If you do it right the first time, it’s so much easier to maintain, and a lot less money going out. Bulldoze it. Knock it down and redo it. It’s going to be a safety factor for kids.” Days after the meeting, Beazley and Seferian said the fields will not be redone. At some point, they will be developed into baseball diamonds, which will require irrigation. “They’re designed to be practice fields. They won’t be ripped apart,” said Beazley. “The staff was asked to do them without drainage and irrigation, something you do with regular playing diamonds. We had a lot of rain, the grass is doing well. We might have to do some over-seeding, and some irrigation. Time will tell.” “Could we have done it better? Of course we could have,” said Seferian. “Are we out $40,000? No. P.J. was right about a lot of things – right about planting grass in June was nuts. But we’ve had a lot of rain and the grass is growing. We have a lot going on in this city. And we were letting recreation take care of itself. We have to pay more attention to that.”

vacant but final interviews of applicants have started, she said, and noted the vacancy hasn’t caused a backlog of inspections. The division employs two full-time sanitarians and hired three workers for the summer to keep abreast of the usual uptick in seasonal business, Osborn said. For information about the meeting contact Durivage at 419-345-8989 or at l.durivage@roadrunner.com

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A reward is being offered for information about two fires last week that destroyed two barns in the Pemberville area. The Ohio Fire Marshal’s Fire & Explosion Investigation Bureau is asking for tips from the public. The first fire occurred at 2500 Elmore Rd. on July 21 at 1:30 a.m. The second occurred at 4911 Swan R.d on July 23 at 11:30 p.m. The investigation is being conducted jointly by the Pemberville-Freedom Fire Department, the Wood County Sheriff’s office and the Fire Marshal’s office. A reward of up to $5,000 is being offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the fire. Anyone with information should call the fire marshal at 800-5892728 or the sheriff’s office at 419-354-9001.

Mosquito spraying The Village of Woodville will begin spraying for mosquitoes and will continue as needed through the season. Spraying will be conducted Monday through Friday (weather permitting) at dusk. Persons with any respiratory problems and small children are advised to stay indoors while spraying is being done. For more info, call the Utility Department at 419-849-3031.

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By Yaneek Smith Press Contributing Writer news@presspublications.com When it comes to baseball, the players, coaches and umpires are the main characters and entertain the spectators as such. However, the unsung heroes that preserve, maintain and protect the baseball diamond and make the game possible are the grounds crew. In much the same way, it is the grounds crew that helps to preserve, maintain and protect the clay racetrack at the Ottawa County Fairgrounds, making it suitable for the main events like the harness races, rodeos and tractor pulls. Grounds crew members say this process demands an understanding of the delicate balance that is necessary to maintain the stonecovered track, use of expensive equipment that cultivates the clay and a commitment that requires a consistent effort from the crew that keeps them busy for much of the year. Rich Petersen is the leader of the crew, and the work they’ve done has been instrumental in helping to keep the track in mint condition. “They take a huge amount of work off the fair board. The work they put in, it means we can have a racetrack we can be proud of,” said Zak Avers, the fair board’s vice president. “Without Rich and the crew, we wouldn’t be able to set the (racing) records. The track is vital for racing.” The pristine condition of the track helped the harness racers break seven records last year, tie another this year and three just set personal records. “It’s amazing how they can maintain that track. To keep that in perfect balance is quite the task,” said Avers. “It makes a huge difference; it’s the year-long maintenance that matters. They’ve got it down to a science.” And, Mother Nature can always throw a wrench into a crew’s plans, making their work that much more difficult if the weather is chaotic and creates an improper balance of moisture on the track. Petersen, an Oak Harbor resident, first got involved with the fair 12 years ago when his daughter Emilie was in 4-H. He not only helps to maintain the track but also the horse arena, which is located nearby, and fair board officials say he is part of a selfless group of people who care about the fair and invest their time and money accordingly. Keeping the track maintained is not something that’s done just before and after the fair. According to Petersen, work is sometimes done two to three times per week from March until November to ensure that the track is preserved. Petersen says he understands and appreciates the fact that the horse arena allows children the opportunity to have the work they do preparing and showing their horses be recognized.

A loan for the Village of Lindsey to improve its wastewater treatment plant has been approved by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency. The $30,360, 5-year loan will cover the cost of designing improvements of the treatment plant’s aeration system, with the goal of improving water quality in Muddy Creek. Funding will come from the Water Pollution Control Loan Fund, which provides below-market interest rate loans for improving sewer systems. Dina Pearce, an Ohio EPA spokesman, said the village will likely save about $1,500 compared to a conventional loan.

Rich Petersen “It’s important for the kids that are showing their horses. There’s nothing better than the kids developing by working on their projects. You can see the difference,” said Petersen. “It’s about raising people to have a good work ethic that you might want to hire down the road.” Board member Brianne Mathews showed horses for 10 years growing up and wants children to have the same experience she did. “Confidence, responsibility, compassion, humility — showing horses helps with all those things. They are such powerful creatures. It truly takes a partnership to be successful,” said Mathews. “It’s not like a dog or cat where you can pick them up or drag them around. It’s a lot of work, but it’s also very rewarding.

A Port Clinton man has been sentenced to prison for stabbing a man to death in 2014, Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine said. Ruben Gonzalez, 60, pleaded guilty July 21 to a charge of murder for the October 2014 stabbing death of Jose Villalon, 43, of Millbury. Gonzalez stabbed Villalon 39 times following an argument at Gonzalez’s home on Hoover Drive in Port Clinton. Following Gonzalez’s plea, Ottawa County Common Pleas Court Judge Bruce Winters sentenced him to life in prison. He will be eligible for parole after 15 years. The case was investigated by the Port Clinton Police Department, with assistance from a number of different agen-

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“We can’t do any of this without community support and the volunteers. It wouldn’t be possible without Rich and his crew. The horse arena gets younger kids involved. This is a part of the fair that we’re really proud of. The volunteers understand the big picture.” Petersen is not alone and says he could not do it without help. His crew includes Ron Baker, Ron Miller, Ed Wagner, Rich McClaughlin, Sr. and his son Rich, Jr., John Grau, Nancy Wagner and Adam Steinmiller — who serve a variety of roles and a number of companies — North Central Ag, Massey Ferguson, John Deere, Red Line Equipment, Southeastern Equipment, Absolute Innovations and Skyworks — that have donated equipment and their services in effort to support the cause.

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Oregon loan The City of Oregon also has been approved for financing from the WPCLF to construct a new biosolids dewatering system that will allow material to be sent to a landfill rather than applying it to fields. The city now applies what are called liquid biosolids to area cropland as a fertilizer. Pearce said the city will eliminate that practice once the dewatering system is installed. The objective, she said, is to avoid adding phosphorus to cropland in the Lake Erie basin, which may help reduce harmful algal blooms. The reduced interest rate on the $2.95 million loan will save the city an estimated $447,000. Oregon also is receiving a $792,000 grant from the Ohio Public Works Commission to cover the remaining costs of the $3.74 million project.

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Riverview Industries, Inc., will hold a chicken barbecue dinner to raise money for activities Thursday, Aug. 3 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. RVI is a non-profit organization that serves adults who have developmental disabilities. The Bar-Be-Que Traveler chicken dinner will be $10 for a half a chicken, seasoned green beans, potato, and roll. Free delivery within Ottawa County is available for orders of 10 or more dinners. Drive-thru and dinein options are available at the former Riverview School building, 8200 W. SR 163, three miles east of Oak Harbor. For information or to schedule a delivery, contact Community Connections representative Catharine Hadley at 567-262-3080 or chadley@ rviinc.org.

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At last, an above average and wonderful riding trail Al Thompson left Northwest Ohio on June 4 to resume his bicycle ride around the perimeter of the United States in an effort to raise funds for Habitat for Humanity and Save the Children. Here is an excerpt from his blog, which you can follow by going to presspublications.com and clicking on the icon on the upper right corner.

touring cyclists. In Fergus Falls, Minnesota, a broken spoke on my rear wheel sent me to the Central Lakes Cycle. Clark Grotberg, the manager of the store, took my bike in straight away and changed not only the broken spoke but also a couple of others that were ready to go. As my cycling gloves were becoming quite ratty, I selected a new pair, and then pulled out my credit card to settle up. Clark said to me, “No charge for anything — we like to help people like you.” I was floored once again, thinking of my accident in the Mohave Desert and that repair bill paid for by a disabled Veteran. Clark lost his son, David, last October in a cycling hit and run incident down in Texas. He was a student at Baylor University, and he and his girlfriend were out cycling when a speeding hit and run driver took them out. His girlfriend survived, but David did not. The hit and run driver has not been caught to date. I asked Clark about a memorial fund for David, and he informed me about a scholarship fund set up by Baylor, and I have since made my donation to honor his son. I’m now over 2,000 miles on this stage of the journey. Officially for my U.S. Perimeter Ride, 11,000 miles have passed beneath my wheels; unofficially and probably more accurately, it is closer to 11,500 since, as you may recall, my odometer is about five one hundredths off for each mile I ride. Most likely now, there are about 700 miles between me and my front door. My front door…I do like the sound of that.

Greetings Everyone from Lake Wobegon — Where all the women are strong, all the men are good—looking, and all the children are above average. Those of you who were fans of Garrison Keillor’s A Prairie Home Companion will recognize my salutation immediately. Thus, here is all the news from Lake Wobegon. Actually, over the weekend I was riding the Lake Wobegon Trail, which is a 63-mile-rail-trail through central Minnesota, and it was a bit of a joy to ride. Connected to the Central Lakes Trail which is 55 miles long, it carves a 118-mile-rail-trail corridor through western and central Minnesota that extends from Fergus Falls almost to St. Cloud. Unfortunately, the Central Lakes Trail is in very poor condition with cracks in the “paved” surface that are two and three inches wide — cracks that would like to swallow your wheel…real spoke breakers. It drives me crazy when states create a wonderful resource such as this and then don’t maintain it properly. Garrison Keillor, however, would be pleased to know that his Lake Wobegon Trail is, like the children of Lake Wobegon, above average and a wonderful riding experience. Backtracking a bit, after leaving Bismarck, North Dakota, and the Trail of Lewis and Clark, I headed into eastern North Dakota and watched the landscape transform itself from arid Great Plains to rolling farmlands, following one of the longest and straightest highways that my wheels have yet traversed in my journey around the country. My goodness — talk about a straight and narrow highway…North Dakota Route 46 is such a road. Unfortunately — quite dangerous for cyclists since along many stretches there is little or no berm. Arriving in Fargo after riding the straight and narrow, there was a sense of déjà vu — my brother Richard lived here for a number of years, so I have visited a few times. But it didn’t take long to realize that the Fargo — Moorhead metro area has grown by leaps and bounds since I was last here in the early 1980s. Moorhead, Minnesota, is just across the Red River from Fargo, and it forms the North Dakota/ Minnesota border. The Red River actually flows northward, not south to join the Mississippi River as one might think . . . instead, its waters eventually find their way to the frigid Hudson Bay. In Moorhead, I had the opportunity to put in the 17th volunteer day of my journey — in as many cities — with the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity which covers the Fargo/Moorhead metro area. (Lake Agassiz is the name of the glacial lake that covered this area thousands of years ago.) I was on familiar ground, this time helping out with the appliances pick-ups as I have done often with our own Maumee Valley HFH. Traversing northern and central Minnesota has been the usual roller coaster of

The old covered bridge . . . and the old cyclist. (Photo courtesy of Al Thompson) highs and lows. Minnesota is called The Land of Ten Thousand Lakes for good reason — there seems to be a lake around every bend bordered by lush and rolling hills. And the green . . . after the parched, brown plains and prairies of Montana and western North Dakota, it reminds me of Dorothy stepping out of her tornado deposited Kansas house into the Land of Oz. The cycling is good — the hills are there, but not like the long, endless grades of the western Great Plains. And It IS much like a roller coaster with a not so long climb followed by an invigorating downward plunge, to be followed shortly by another climb. One night I camped at Lake Ida and from a pier jutting out into the lake watched the sun settle into the western hills while I dangled my feet in the cooling waters. But two nights later at Smith Lake near Alexandria, MN, the mosquitoes seemed to be overjoyed at my presence, and the party group that set up camp next to me kept things going into the wee hours. And the rains — the rains came just as I climbed into my tent, and I awoke to the same dark and brooding skies in the morning which again burst forth just as I was packing up — all was wet and soggy…including me, and

Thank You The family of Clarence E. Wilburn II would like to thank Eggleston Meinert Funeral Home staff, Lake Twp. Fire Chief Bruce Moritz and members, Allen-Clay Honor Guards, all area fire/ems departments that participated in the firefighter’s service and funeral, Brad Gilbert and Wood Co. fire dispatch, 1Ohio DMAT, Lake Twp. Police, Elmore Police, Pastor Margaret Mills, Pastor John Bock, Black Swamp Pipes and Drum Corp., St. John's UCC Honor Workers, Harris Elmore Asst. Chiefs Mike McGinnis and Jeff Berkel and members, and Danbury Fire and Portage Fire District for their ladder trucks. A special thanks to all family and friends for all of the love and support shown to us during the recent passing of our loved one.

breakfast in the camp bathroom was not my idea of fine dining. Vietnam pilot’s haven And then — a magical place — the Adventure Cyclists Bunkhouse in Dalbo, Minnesota, about 50 miles north of Minneapolis/St. Paul. Donn Olson was a career Army man…a helicopter pilot in Vietnam — worked in the Pentagon for a number of years. Born and raised here, his farm is a haven for weary cyclists. He has turned one of the out buildings of his farm into a bunkhouse that is open to all touring cyclists: four bunk rooms with two beds each, a common area, television, air conditioning and a fully stocked kitchen with bins of snacks, drinks, and full, ready to heat up meals. And the cost for cyclists…none. He does it all out of his own funds and his desire to help us crazy folks traveling coast to coast on two wheels…sans motor. There is a donation jar — he asks 25 cents for a cold drink or a snack, but nobody checks. It’s all on the honor system, but I think most of us try to leave much more than what he suggests. He’s always working on and improving The Bunkhouse…a work in progress. Donn has become legendary in the world of

Purpose: Save The Children As my U.S Perimeter Ride winds down, I’m thinking more and more about the purpose behind the journey and the effort I have put forth. Have I talked to enough people along the way? What else could I have done to increase the exposure of the ride? I was a bit disappointed that the television interviews that I did around the country didn’t result in more donations to Habitat for Humanity and Save The Children. Most of those on my donor list are folks who have known me over the years or people who know people who know me. I do have a small, but significant list of people who I have met along the way who thankfully have joined my donor list as well. And to all of my donors who have contributed to Habitat for Humanity and Save The Children in support of this journey, you are the reason for the success of my ride. So I hope this won’t be too forward if I make a request — think of one or two people — a friend, relative, co — worker, golf or tennis buddy — and mention to them about my ride and the purposes behind it. Possibly Invite them to visit my website usperimeterride.org, and if they are so motivated, consider a small donation to Habitat for Humanity or Save The Children. Those small donations do mount up. As I have tried to say at the end of the interviews I have done, what could be more important than providing affordable homes for those in need of one, and helping kids around the world with education and nutrition as well as their survival during natural disasters, wars, famine, and drought. With that in mind, I am Proceeding On.

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Oregon City Council on Monday voted 6-1 for a new three year contract with the Fraternal Order of Police, the union that represents the police department’s command officers. The union consists of 10 command officers, including one lieutenant and nine sergeants. “It is the first of our negotiated contracts from different divisions in the city,” said Mayor Mike Seferian at a council meeting on Monday. The contract includes a pay raise of 3 percent retroactive to July 1 of this year, a raise of 2¾ percent starting July 1, 2018, and a 2¾ percent raise starting July 1, 2019. The contract will expire on June 30, 2020. Seferian said negotiated contracts with other city departments tend to be similar. “We tend to have a vision when we do these that we would include all of them with similar pay scales and increases for the year, so we just don’t base this on what we think will work for one of the bargaining units, but basically all of them, understanding the exposure to the city, what we can afford to spend, what we believe the market is at the time,” he said. “The substance of each of the bargaining units will see that. We start with this unit – the command officers.” Councilman Tim Zale, a retired Oregon police detective, voted against the measure. He supports the pay raises, saying “they are well deserved.” “They really haven’t seen a good raise in many, many years,” said Zale. “However, I did have to take issue with one portion of the contract that I have a problem with,” he added. He was opposed to the requirement that all command officers show up to work 15 minutes early, and stay 15 minutes after their shift ends, and receive overtime pay. Currently, seven command officers have been required to do so. The new contract includes the remaining three command officers be covered. “This was originally designed for com-

mand officer road patrol so they could meet with the sergeant of the shift they were relieving to be briefed on what happened on the shift before, then give them 15 minutes afterwards to complete any of their paperwork,” said Zale. “So this really amounted to five hours of overtime per pay period. In my opinion, when you start to include all the members of the bargaining unit, even the people who hold positions inside the building and who are not supervising the actual road patrol division – to include them in this, I don’t believe we get any more efficiency or anything for this money. To me, it’s like manna from Heaven.” Zale said the provision would give a lieutenant, before receiving the 3 percent raise, nearly $6,000 more per year and $5,200 per year for sergeants. “I don’t have any problem with this being given to the road patrol commanders as they were, but I think for the inside positions, we won’t gain anything by this. We’re just giving money away. So I have a problem with this particular provision. You could probably make an argument for

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a couple of different sergeants, but I would probably really have a problem with the lieutenant getting a half hour of overtime per day for doing anything else,” said Zale. Seven of the 10 members in the FOP have already been covered by the provision for decades, said Police Chief Mike Navarre. “The 15 minutes before and after the shift has been in place for road patrol sergeants for up to 35 years. The FOP bargaining team came to us and asked that we include the final three members of their unit that are not included,” said Navarre. “I had a lengthy conversation with Mr. Zale, and I don’t disagree with a lot of what he’s saying. But we accepted that proposal in our minds in the interest of fairness and being consistent, trying to make sure that each member of the unit was getting equal treatment. We simply agreed to their proposal to add the remaining three. In hindsight, if I thought it would create some questions, I probably would not have agreed to it so quickly. I would have talked to someone about it. But we did not do that,” said Navarre. “Just to pay someone to make it fair is not really the reason to do this,” said Zale. “A lot of these command officers that have inside positions also enjoy some benefits and perks that the guys that work the road don’t. They can take vacation when they want to, they can take a day off when they want to, they don’t work holidays if they don’t want to, and they don’t work weekends. So they don’t have the same strain and stress that the sergeants who do shift work have. It’s not like they’re not being treated fairly. From my position of working for the police department, as a president of the command officers union for 10 years, this did come up in contract negotiations several times. We really couldn’t very well justify it and it was pretty well shot down from the beginning. Knowing how the police department works I just know we will not get any more efficiency or anymore work from anyone who is going to receive this, in my opinion.” The city will be negotiating the contract for the Oregon Police Patrolmen’s Association (OPPA), which consists of about 45 members, in August.

Hops Pre-Harvest Night Farmers, producers, and brewers interested in hops production are invited to participate in the Bowling Green Hops PreHarvest Field Night Wednesday, Aug. 16. The event will be hosted from 5:308:30 p.m. at the Agricultural Incubator Foundation, 13737 Middleton Pike (SR 582), with help from Brad Bergefurd, a horticulture specialist with Ohio State University South Centers. According to organizer Craig Everett, “New and existing hops growers will be able to view and learn about insect and disease scouting, nutrient management, drying demonstrations and mechanical harvesting.” The event will showcase the newest research and hops production techniques. A complimentary light dinner will be served at 5:30 p.m. Pre-registration is required. For more info, contact Craig Everett at 419-354-9050 or everett.33@osu.edu.

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Year two report shows success battling harmful algae

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Ohio Sea Grant, on behalf of The Ohio State University, The University of Toledo and the Ohio Department of Higher Education (ODHE), has released the second-year research progress update for the statewide Harmful Algal Bloom Research Initiative (HABRI), which seeks solutions for harmful algal blooms in Ohio. The initiative consists of more than 30 science teams working on different critical knowledge gaps identified by frontline state agencies that include the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (OEPA), Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA), Ohio Department of Health (ODH), and Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). Although research is still under way, the second-year report reveals that the state of Ohio has already benefited from the initiative: • Early warning systems in Maumee and Sandusky bays have given water treatment plants a higher-resolution picture of what’s coming in from Lake Erie. • HABRI research has provided new

answers and practical guidance about producing safe drinking water for cities and towns dealing with algal toxins in their water sources. • HABRI teams have provided the building blocks for agencies to understand the risks that algal toxins present for human health. • HABRI has driven information sharing and priority setting between universities and agencies, positioning Ohio to better prevent and manage future crises. “HABRI has put Ohio at the leading edge of coordinated HABs management compared to other state and even national counterparts,” said Beth Messer, acting chief of the Division of Drinking and Ground Waters for the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (OEPA). “Being able to comment on the research projects from the proposal stage onward, we can make sure that the results will be applied and scalable-and often, we see water treatment plants are able to put preliminary data to use right away.” HABRI is funded by the Ohio

Department of Higher Education, with $4 million made available for two rounds of research funding (before matching funds by participating universities) since 2015. Ohio Sea Grant, which manages the research, is currently soliciting proposals for a third round of funding, which includes a $500,000 match from OEPA in addition to $2 million of ODHE funds. “This is a complex issue, so we knew that we needed to attack it in an integrated way,” said ODHE Chancellor John Carey. “We put our university assets to work answering critical operational and policy questions that state agencies need to be able to protect the public and keep our water clean.” HABRI comprises 33 expert research teams from Bowling Green State University, Central State University, Defiance College, Heidelberg University, Kent State University, Sinclair Community College, the University of Akron, the University of Cincinnati, and consortium leaders The University of Toledo and The Ohio State University.

State Senator Edna Brown renews push to end death penalty

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State Senator Edna Brown, D-Toledo, last week repeated her call for an alternative to the death penalty following the execution of Ronald Phillips, who was convicted for the 1993 rape and murder of his girl friend’s 3-year-old daughter. While appalled by the Phillips’ crimes, Sen. Brown said people should be held accountable for their actions “in an appropriate manner.” “Ohio has faced several legal obstacles over the course of more than three years just to obtain proper drugs for executions. There’s a reason why many drug manufacturers will not allow their drugs to be used in this capacity: it’s an outdated and barbaric practice. Aside from difficulties in obtaining drugs, the cost of capital punish-

ment in comparison to life imprisonment is vastly more expensive. Ohio’s taxpayers should not be held accountable for a practice that many agree is deeply flawed. “The continued use of capital punishment is wasteful, arbitrary, and always carries the possibility of execution of an innocent person. It’s time that Ohio invests in an alternative,” she said. In March, the senator re-introduced a bill that would replace the death penalty with life imprisonment without parole. Senate Bill 94 was referred to the Judiciary Committee in March but to date the committee hasn’t scheduled any hearings. The legislature is on its summer break. Sen. Brown has introduced similar bills three times during prior general assemblies of the legislature. In 2015, she emphasized the need to abolish the death penalty to prevent the ex-

ecution of an innocent person. She posed for photos with three men who were sentenced to death in 1975 and spent a combined total of 105 years in prison before being exonerated. The case of Ronald Phillips drew national attention because it was the state’s first execution in three years. He and other inmates were scheduled for execution but received stays due to questions about the state’s lethal injection protocol and the availability of drugs that were used. They received a preliminary injunction last January but the U.S. Sixth District Court of Appeals ruled in favor of the state last month. The U.S. Supreme Court last week rejected Phillips’ appeal. Phillips was 43 years old when executed and spent about half his life imprisoned for the crime, which occurred in Akron.

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Football “Yard” Sale The Lake After Prom Committee is again sponsoring a “Yard” Sale this football season! There will be 99 yard lines and 2 end zones sold at $20.00 each. At the five (5) home Varsity Football games, TWO lucky yard line ticket holders will win $50.00 if the play stops and is marked on their yard line at the end of the First and Third Quarters. If the winning yard is not purchased, the money will rollover to the next quarter; double the winnings! You can select a specific yard line, but they will be sold on a first come, first serve basis. If you do not want a specific yard line, we will randomly pick the others at our next meeting. If you would like to purchase a yard line or yard lines for the 2017 Varsity Football Season please contact any of the following After Prom “Yard” Sale Committee Member: Susan Deal, Lesley Briggs, Gretchen Fisher, Wendy Matlack or Marcy Hodgson. Call 419-250-8117 for information.

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Your Voice on the Street: By Stephanie Szozda How do you like your peanut butter and jelly?

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Normandie Berl Oregon “I have to have more jelly than peanut butter and the peanut butter has to be smooth. I like it on white bread with Kroger brand peanut butter and grape jelly. It’s best if you put butter on the outside of the bread and grill it.”

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What you imagine, creates your path through life “Logic will get you from A to B. Imagination will take you everywhere.” --Albert Einstein When you are planning your next vacation, will you imagine where you want to go and what you would like to do there? Can you see yourself at your dream destination? Are you able to imagine how nice your trip will be? Do you find your desire to start your vacation grows as you imagine how great it will be to get away? Everything you do, and everything you have, begins with imagination. Imagination creates desire which then motivates you to take action. It’s what you imagine which creates your path through life. We are all born with the ability to imagine. Just watch kids using their imagination while playing. Or think back on your own childhood experiences. Children are constantly imagining various scenarios and roles for themselves. They can entertain themselves with simple toys; even just some sticks, string, or empty boxes will feed their imagination. Children also imagine what they want to be when they grow up. You can imagine virtually anything.

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by Bryan Golden Imagination frees you from limitations. Vivid imagination causes your brain to experience virtually the same sensations as if it were real. Imagination programs your mind to transform your imagination to reality. Everything ever invented, created, or discovered, began as someone’s imagination. Steve Jobs, the co-founder of Apple, was able to imagine technology which, up to that point, never existed. The iPhone alone ushered in a totally new generation of electronics. Besides his ground breaking animated movies, Walt Disney imagined exactly what Disneyland and Disney World would look like when completed on the vacant land he had purchased. Disney is a quintessential example of the awesome power of imagination. Thomas Edison used his imagination to envision the dozens of inventions which

he then created. Just like all other inventors, Edison produced things which began in his imagination. Your imagination is powerful. Not only is it the starting point for all of your accomplishments, you can only achieve what you first imagine. The more vivid and detailed your imagination, the more potent it is. Imagination stimulates intellectual growth by continually exercising your mind. Imagination sparks creativity as you explore endless possibilities. Your imagination has no constraints. Your imagination can be a stress reducing escape where you experience whatever relaxing circumstances you choose. Imagination is an essential problem solving tool. You imagine, and mentally test, numerous solutions. Various whatif scenarios can be explored. Using your imagination gets you thinking about what you should do next. It prevents impulsive decision making which tends to worsen situations. Imagination is a powerful achievement tool which directs your mind toward success. In your imagination you create a mental movie with whatever plot and ending

you desire. This script becomes a source for motivation and action. Your mind will only achieve what you believe. As you repeatedly view your mental success movie, your brain becomes primed to take the necessary action required. This action step is essential for converting your imagination into reality. Harness the power of your imagination. Free your imagination to picture whatever life you want. Don’t impose any constraints. There are no limitations. Your age doesn’t matter. All that’s important is where you want to go from where you are now. It all starts with imagination but must be followed by action. Create a step by step plan to reach your objective. Any roadblocks you encounter can be overcome. If you stumble and fall, get back up. Success requires imagination. NOW AVAILABLE: “Dare to Live Without Limits,” the book. Visit www.BryanGolden. com or your bookstore. Bryan is a management consultant, motivational speaker, author, and adjunct professor. E-mail Bryan at bryan@columnist.com or write him c/o this paper.  2017 Bryan Golden

We repay veterans poorly if we don’t use freedom to question war By Kevin Basl In Dryden, New York, a proposed solar farm recently caused a stir. Thousands of solar panels — enough to power 7,500 homes — are scheduled to be installed near a rural cemetery in the town. Some opponents complain that it’s disrespectful to the veterans buried there. Energy and environmental considerations aside, what does it mean to respect our deceased service members and veterans? We visit their graves to ensure their small flags stand upright. We grieve during “Taps.” But true respect begins with learning from our country’s mistakes, not ensuring a scenic resting place. It’s easy to forget that memorials aren’t deceased persons themselves. Rather, they’re sacred markers for the living. Memorials can be spontaneous and unique, or they can become so commonplace that we no longer experience them meaningfully. Unfortunately, many events honoring veterans I’ve witnessed over the

Guest Editorial past decade — I’m an Iraq War veteran myself — have fallen under the latter category. On Memorial Day, we honor our service members killed in battle, along with deceased veterans. We’ll be reminded of their sacrifice to our country. But what do we learn? What do we do in the following days? Whatever we do, we should start by admitting that 16 years of war has run up enormous costs. According to the Watson Institute at Brown University, the U.S. has spent $4.8 trillion on war since Sept. 11, 2001. That number doesn’t include residual costs, such as treatment for veterans and interest on money our government has borrowed to

pay for war. Perhaps most tragically, it doesn’t include the human costs, either — from resources redirected away from our communities at home, to the millions of Iraqi and Afghan civilians killed or displaced, to veterans and service members in the form of post-traumatic stress, moral injury, or worse. Those things seldom come up at Memorial Day or Veterans Day ceremonies. Most won’t discuss veteran suicide, either. Since coming home from Iraq in 2008, I’ve known eight veterans who’ve committed suicide. Almost as many have made attempts. The latest Department of Veterans Affairs report on suicide says 20 veterans commit suicide daily — and even that estimate is likely too low. Veterans who died from cancers linked to toxic burn pits in Iraq and Afghanistan and Agent Orange in Vietnam — victims of military contractors whose top concern is profit — should receive special mention at ceremonies, too. Few will. Iraqis and Afghans who died helping

U.S. forces as translators and escorts — along with deceased workers from other countries who served food, cleaned latrines, and washed U.S. soldiers’ uniforms in hazardous duty areas — likely won’t be included either. When we exercise our freedoms,we pay respect to veterans who took an oath to uphold the Constitution. But we’re repaying them poorly if we don’t use those freedoms to question our nation’s military endeavors, especially when the results have been so barren. After our moments of silence, we ought to ask if the wars waged in our name have been worth the costs — for veterans and everyone else. Kevin Basl is a member of Iraq Veterans Against the War and an instructor for Combat Paper NJ and Warrior Writers. Distributed by OtherWords.org.

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Many thanks To the editor: The Humane Society of Ottawa County would like to thank all those who made our annual yard sale such a success. This year’s sale was the biggest and most successful sale we’ve had, thanks to all the generous donations made from our community. Thank you to Stephanie and Marty Mortus for chairing this event; Ian Fenberg, of Hurricane Marine Transport, for providing a semi trailer; Shannon Marr, of North Coast Cigar, for providing extra parking; and to our volunteers who helped to set up and organize all the items despite the heat and humidity. And a big thank you to all you who came to shop. All of the proceeds from this yard sale go directly to the Humane Society for the care and veterinary services to all our kit-

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Gawking not needed To the editor: I was driving home the night of July 26 and I could see just up ahead there had been a terrible automobile accident on State Route 51. Ambulances, a fire truck and police were already assisting those involved and hurt. A car was up in flames. I was shocked to see people drive around a police car. What were they doing? Trying to get a better look? Were they in so much of a hurry they couldn’t just turn around and go in the opposite direction?

This also happened: Sir, if you are reading this, shame on you for parking on the street behind the funeral home to go gawk. You and your family, including young children, were practically running to the scene. When I politely asked you what you were doing, you said, “I have to see if it’s someone I know.” Sure you were. I just ask, when there is something horrific occurring, please don’t insert yourself unless you can be of assistance. And certainly don’t run to the scene of the accident taking young children with you. I pray those involved are OK. Margaret Pena Millbury

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Genoa Area Schools joins the TNT Mentoring Program By Yaneek Smith Press Contributing Writer news@presspublications.com With the recent “acquisition” of Genoa Area Schools as its newest client, the TNT Mentoring Program is now serving all six schools located in Ottawa County – Genoa, Benton-Carroll-Salem, Danbury, Port Clinton, Woodmore and Put-in-Bay. TNT, which stands for ’Til Next Time, has steadily moved, with the help of Ottawa County’s United Way chapter, from one school to the next since starting in Oak Harbor four years ago under the direction of Judy Peters and Judge Kathleen Giesler. The program is currently serving more than 250 students, and that number is expected to reach 325 now that Genoa has been added to the mix. Some local fundraisers, which have been held at the Erie Social Shuffleboard Club & Bar in Marblehead, have also helped TNT to grow in popularity in the area, and another one is scheduled to be held Oct. 14 at the Chippewa Golf Club in Curtice. The golf outing will be sort of a “welcome event” to Genoa, Curtice, Clay Center and the surrounding area. “We reached out to Genoa. We’ve been working with them for about a year to find time to get the program up and running,” said TNT Program Director Shanna Strouse. “They are the last public school district in Ottawa County to join and we are now full county-wide. “We are extremely excited about Genoa (joining TNT). We’ve had a lot of time to get word out. The community knows we’re coming and it’s taking on a totally different shape,” she said. “We’re making

Melissa Antry, Genoa TNT program coordinator (left) and Shanna Strouse, TNT program director. (Submitted photo) sure everybody is aware of the program and the pieces are in place by the fall. Coordinator Melissa Antry already has about 20 mentors signed up. “I think people see the value of our program and understand that it takes a village to raise a child. If people continue to give back, it can strengthen our communities,” Strouse said. Strouse didn’t expect that the program

would take off like it has since being founded in Oak Harbor in 2013. “It really is surprising. When we first started in Oak Harbor, we had no dreams of expanding, but when we talked with United Way, we saw the need and it spread like wildfire,” she said. “If you’d have asked us four years ago, we wouldn’t have thought we’d be here. We have great mentors and great community support.”

Strouse notes that the program has no intention of moving outside of Ottawa County, but there is the possibility of the organization working with local parochial schools like St. Boniface and Immaculate Conception. “Parochial schools are an avenue that we will explore, but going outside of the county, that’s really not on our radar,” she said. “We know Ottawa County; we feel like what we have works well.” TNT expanding to Genoa will allow for an entire new group of people to become a part of the program. “It’s a fun experience, a way to give back, a way to share your personal life experiences with a student and it creates an important relationship,” Strouse said. “They get to be a friend and an ally; a positive person. You get to be the kid’s numberone person in their corner.” Antry is also pleased at how well received the program has been in such a short period of time. “The response has been amazing. I love how the community has rallied behind this amazing program,” she said. “It shows you the youth really do mean the world to our community. “Mayor (Ken) Harsanje, our superintendent (Mike Ferguson) and the building principals have been outstanding in welcoming, promoting and becoming mentors themselves.” For more details about how to get involved with TNT, call 419-301-0868 or contact Melissa Antry at 419-704-8892. Info is also available online at http://tntmentoring.com/, on Facebook at https://m. facebook.com/tntmentoring/ on Twitter at https://twitter.com/tnt_mentoring.

Eastern Maumee Bay area students earn academic honors Eastern Maumee Bay students earning academic honors are — University of Akron: Morgan Mosiniak, of Curtice; Dakotah Cox, McKayla Phillips, of Pemberville. Baldwin Wallace: Joshua Murphy, of Toledo; Erin Bryant, of Oak Harbor. University of Findlay: Clay Parlette, Serena Parlette, of Curtice; Molly Burkett, Andrew Burmeister, Leah Damschroder, Kelsey Nevius, of Gibsonburg; Karis Dewalt, of Oak Harbor; Emily Zielinski, of Pemberville. Grinnell College: Emily Griffith, of Luckey. Wittenberg University: Joseph Johnson, of Gibsonburg; Mackenzie Abel, of Walbridge.

Graduates University of Akron: Jacob Larue, of Oregon; Dakotah Cox, of Pemberville. Baldwin Wallace University: Haley Speaker, of Elmore; Erin Bryant, of Oak Harbor. Capital University: Samantha Ottney, Kaleb Perez, of Woodville. Miami University: Kirsten Gonzales,

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Edison hires training grads Toledo Edison, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp., has hired 19 graduates of the companies’ utility worker training programs. The new line workers represent the first graduating class since the Power Systems Institute (PSI) training program was reinstituted by FirstEnergy at Owens Community College in Perrysburg. New Toledo Edison substation employees listed by work location, with their hometowns, are: • Lakewood – Seth Dobbelare, Oak Harbor; Daniel Kegerize, Curtice; Michael Osbourne, Oak Harbor; PSI is a two-year educational program originally developed by FirstEnergy.

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New galaxy discovery Adam Smercina, a 2011 graduate of Oak Harbor High School, has led a team of astronomers at the University of Michigan to discover a new dwarf galaxy. The new dwarf galaxy, designated as d1005+68, helps to solve a problem regarding these dwarf galaxies, which have puzzled astronomers. Smercina’s team used the Subaru Telescope in Hawaii to detect the galaxy. The team’s discovery was outlined in an article on Physics.org.

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On Friday, July 21, family, friends and members of Boy Scout Troop 332 of the Erie Shores Council gathered for the Eagle Scout Court of Honor for Avery A. Geisbuhler. Geisbuhler is a 2017 Eastwood High School graduate. Over the course of his scouting career, he earned more than 40 merit badges; was Senior Patrol Leader and served as Troop Guide. For his Eagle Scout project, he led a team of volunteers to refurnish the Luckey, Ohio Troy Township American Legion cannon and also cleaned and mulched the legion grounds. Luckey Mayor Belinda Brooks, Wood County Sheriff Mark Wasylyshyn, and Wood County Commissioner Ted Bowlus also attended the event. Geisbuhler was the 30th Eagle Scout for Troop 332. He left for the United States Navy on Thursday, July 27.

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Heartland of Oregon hosts Back to School Carnival Heartland of Oregon, 3953 Navarre Ave., Oregon, will host a Back to School Carnival July 29 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free school supplies will be given to the first 200 students who attend the event. In addition, Heroâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Toledo will host a bounce house, Chamberlin Pony Rides will be at the event with a full petting zoo and games, and the Toledo Zooâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Education Department will also be on hand with a display and live animals. The Displaced Chef Food Truck will be there with their Latin Cuisine and the Heartland of Oregon Team will also be grilling up hot dogs. All food will be no cost to the public. Cumulus Radio 105.5 will be broadcasting live and providing musical entertainment. Heartland of Oregonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Back to School Carnival is free of charge and open to the public. Book bags will be raffled off as well. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The team at Heartland of Oregon is very excited to be serving Oregon children and families for the second year in a row,â&#x20AC;? said Craig Sunday, administrator at Heartland of Oregon. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We hope to make this an annual event to give back to the community where we live and work.â&#x20AC;? For more info, call Kelsey at 419-2626384.

Genoa hosting G-Tech Summit Genoa Schools is hosting its first G-Tech Summit on Aug. 8 from 8 a.m.-3:15 p.m. at the High School/Middle School.

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The G-Tech Summit provides educators from all over Ohio the opportunity to learn, share, and collaborate about the integration and use of technology in education. More than 30 sessions are being offered by teachers, administrators and tech leaders about new technology tools, resources, and the impact technology can have on our studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; education and future learning. More than 100 educators from all over Ohio are scheduled to attend. All educators are welcome to attend and can register at sites.google.com/genoaschools.com/g-techsummit.

Medical director named Dr. Jeffery Swartz has returned to his alma mater as the medical director of the Falcon Health Center at Bowling Green State University. He comes from Partners in Primary Care in Greensville, South Carolina, where he also served as medical director. Dr. Swartz was born at Wood County Hospital and grew up on a farm just outside of Perrysburg. A 1977 BGSU graduate, he earned his M.D. at the Medical College of Ohio in Toledo and is board certified in

family medicine. He has been in practice for 37 years and has an extensive background in sports medicine and special interest in cardiovascular risk reduction, anti-aging medicine, and patient education. As part of his role at Falcon Health Center, Dr. Swartz will also be providing patient primary and family care and will be available for appointments beginning the end of July. Appointments can be made by calling 419-372-2271.

Aspire class signups Vanguard-Sentinel Adult Career & Technology Center, Fremont, offers free Aspire classes for adults interested in improving basic skills, obtaining a GED, or preparing to go to college. The Aspire program classes help adults improve reading, math, or writing skills; to prepare for a high school equivalency test, and to get ready for college or an adult certificate training program. Orientation to the Aspire program is required before enrollment into classes. Attend orientation to set goals, complete placement testing, and develop an individualized learning plan. Upcoming orientations include: Oak Harbor: Ottawa County Resource Centre, Aug. 14 and 16, 9 a.m. Port Clinton: Ida Rupp Library, Aug. 15 and 16, 5:30 p.m. Call 419-960-2025 for info. An English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

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Owens extended hours To offer students greater access to the offices of Admissions, Advising and Oserve, Owens Community College will be staying open until 7 p.m. every Monday Aug. 14 through December. These later hours will allow students who are unable to make a daytime appointment the opportunity to talk to someone about admissions, transfers, academic planning, registration, financial aid, student accounts, and much more. For more info, call the Office of Admissions at 567-661-7777.

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University of Toledo prof a Knauss Fellowship finalist Ohio Sea Grant announced that two Ohio finalists have been selected for the prestigious John A. Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship, a year-long program that places highly qualified graduate students in host offices in the legislative and executive branches of U.S. government. Heather Fair-Wu is working on a Ph.D. in environmental science at The Ohio State University, focusing on stream ecology research and conservation both in the United States and abroad in Tibet and Yunnan province, China. Fair-Wu came to Ohio State following a seven-year career in international business, where she focused on global procurement and environmental strategies. “I realized that my work facilitating teams, developing business processes and implementing strategies combined with my Chinese language skills could be applied in an environmental research career,” FairWu said. “So I took a huge leap of faith, packed my bags with intellectual curiosity and headed to Ohio State where the opportunity to focus on an environmental science career lay ahead.” Her long-term career goals as an aquatic scientist working on environmental issues in the U.S. and around the world include either a leadership position in a federal agency like NOAA or an academic position where she is able to pursue international research while helping students connect policy and science. Jessica Sherman is currently a Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Environmental Sciences at The University of Toledo. Her research focuses on the reintroduction of lake sturgeon, a historically important sportfish, into the Maumee River. This work included drafting a reintroduction plan for the fish into the Maumee, and it was crucial in approving construction of a stream-side rearing facility at the Toledo Zoo.

“My career goal is to direct management of our natural resources through decisions and education to shift society’s pressure on consuming natural resources toward conservative and innovative methods aimed at sustainable resource use,” Sherman said. “The Knauss Fellowship Jessicia Sherman will provide an incomparable opportunity for me to learn how to develop and implement policies to assist in decision making that will protect our natural resources.” “Ohio Sea Grant interviewed 12 candidates before submitting recommendations to the National Sea Grant office, and Heather and Jessica stood out as two of the strongest applicants,” said Dr. Christopher Winslow, Ohio Sea Grant’s executive director. “We look for applicants with strong communication skills and unique experiences that will make them successful Knauss Fellows, and these two finalists have the background and drive to help them excel in this fellowship and beyond.” Fair-Wu and Sherman are two of 67 finalists from 128 applicants recommended to the National Sea Grant office from 31 Sea Grant programs across the country. Finalists will meet in Washington, D.C. in November 2017 for placement interviews with potential host offices. Ohio State University’s Ohio Sea Grant College Program is part of NOAA Sea Grant, a network of 33 Sea Grant programs dedicated to the protection and sustainable use of marine and Great Lakes resources. For more information, visit ohioseagrant.osu.edu.

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On the first two days of June, eight students woke up early and headed to Genoa High School, despite the fact that school had been out for a couple of days. As part of their Genoa FFA officer training, the students participated in a series of team-building exercises. Day one included several challenging tasks, each followed by a discussion, lunch and then more activities at Genoa Veterans’ Park. Vo-ag teacher Luke Ryan treated them to ice cream when they were done. On day two, the students traveled to a park for more activities, followed by lunch at China One Buffet. (Submitted photo)

Put-in-Bay offers science opps Visitors to South Bass Island have the chance to explore Lake Erie science and history at the South Bass Island Lighthouse, Aquatic Visitors Center and Gibraltar Island, which all opened for tours. South Bass Island Lighthouse, which was completed in 1897, is located at the southwest tip of the island and was in operation until 1962. The lighthouse grounds are open to the public dawn to dusk free of charge unless otherwise posted. Visitors can climb the lighthouse stairs to take in the view from the top of the tower. Tours for groups of 10 or more may be scheduled

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Inspirational Message of the Week: Avoiding Strife Lawyers, politicians and teachers are frequently in positions where they must argue persuasively for one position or another. That is part and parcel of their job, and arguing serves.The valuable service of allowing the truth to stand out in contrast to error or ignorance. In many areas of life, however, arguing serves no useful purpose and just creates needless strife and division. When people are making casual conversation it is easy to find things to disagree with, but such disagreements rarely foster peace and harmony. It is tedious to be around someone who is always correcting

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us. With family, friends, and co-workers it is usually better to find areas of mutual agreement rather than disagreement. And even when there is disagreement, sometimes the way to resolve the issue is to start with what you agree on and see if you can move on from there. When we must argue, it can usually be done calmly and with civility. Sometimes we find ourselves drifting into argument without realizing how this even happened. “It is to one’s honor to avoid strife, but every fool is quick to quarrel.” —Proverbs 20:3 NIV

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April through November by calling 419285-1800. The Aquatic Visitors Center served as the State Fish Hatchery at Put-in-Bay from 1907 through 1988 and still displays artifacts from those days. Now the facility is an educational center, giving visitors of all ages the chance to explore Lake Erie’s ecosystem through hands-on activities and aquaria containing live Lake Erie fish. Children ages 15 and younger can borrow fishing gear and fish for free off the 100-foot pier. A limited number of free life jackets, provided by the BoatUs Foundation are available for loan.

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26535 Pemberville Rd. (between St. Rtes. 795 & 163) Perrysburg, OH (Lake Township) Phone: 419-837-5023 www.zionlatcha.com Pastor Stephen Bull Sunday School: 9:00 a.m. Worship: 10:15 a.m. Summer Worship (6/11-9/3): 9:15 a.m. (no Sunday School) & Wednesdays @ 7 p.m. “God's Work, Our Hands.” ELCA

Elliston ZION UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Breakfast 8:30am Sunday School all ages 9:00am Worship 10:00am The LIGHT Pantry opens 2nd Weds. 5-7pm, 4th Sat. 10-noon 18045 W. William St. Off Elliston Trowbridge Rd. www.ellistonzion.com

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Terra breaks ground on new student housing Terra State Community College broke ground June 29 on the new student housing complex “The Landings at Terra Village.” The residence hall will be located just east of SR 53 on the Terra State campus. The 200-bed residence hall will include four room options for students – onebed studio, two-bed single, two-bed double and four-bed. Fifty-seven one-bed studio rooms will make up the majority of units. Each unit will have its own living, kitchen and bathroom areas. The variety of room offerings will allow different price points to fit the needs of the students. In addition to the residential offerings, there will be a 5,000-square-foot retail component. Outside, students will be able to take advantage of an outdoor activity. Benches will be available that can serve as a quite study area. Outdoor grills will enhance outside activities, along with an outdoor television and other games. The area will serve as an exceptional social area, especially in the fall and spring. In addition to living and recreation areas, The Landings will also serve the community. A branch of the Fremont Federal Credit Union will be housed in retail space, along with the college’s bookstore. A coffee house/bakeshop and convenience mart will operate by Terra State’s employees and students from the Hospitality Management.

State of the schools Oregon City Schools will hold a “State of the Schools” informational session for the community Friday, Aug. 4 in the Clay High School cafeteria. An informational session will begin at 8 a.m., followed by tour of the Clay campus. Those attending should park and enter at door #3, parking lot C. RSVP to ahansen@oregoncs.org.

Grace Blandin (from left), Maddie Eye, Emily Lovell, Abi Lovell and Rebekah Swartz represented Lake’s Student in Action team at the Jefferson Awards National Ceremony in Washington D.C. Principal Lee Herman also attended the ceremony. (Submitted photo)

Lake Students earn top honors for public service Each year, the Jefferson Awards Foundation trains thousands of young people to become service leaders, preparing them for college and career success. The Lake High School Students in Action team was honored as the top team in the country at the 45th Jefferson Awards National Ceremony held June 21-23 in Washington, D.C. The Lake team first sprang into action in the wake of tragedy serving their school and community following a tornado in 2010. They have been serving their community ever since. According to the Foundation, the Lake team initially didn’t want to compete this year - they didn’t feel like they had done

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enough. When a local eighth-grader took her own life, they organized the “You’re Knot Alone” project to spread awareness about suicide and mental health – saving the lives of six of their peers. When a beloved faculty member was diagnosed with cancer, they raised $12,000 to pay off her home, and handed out 3,000 cancer screening reminder cards across their community to promote early detection and prevention. They also organized a hair donation drive and a hunger prevention drive that helped feed hundreds of families. At the national ceremony, the students thanked their fellow Jefferson Award win-

ners for “inspiring us to be more, showing us that we can do more, and being an example for us to live up to in the future.” Leadership Toledo (LT) implements and coordinates the Youth Jefferson Awards and Students In Action (SIA) initiatives in Ohio and southeast Michigan. The Toledo “Region” consists of more than 33,000 high school students. Also at the ceremony, Springfield High School Students In Action team earned second-place honors in the National Ambassador Competition, which inspires students to redefine the culture of their campus and community to reflect a commitment to leadership, charity, teamwork, and community service.

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Toledo’s Pet Bull Project still working hard to help dogs By Melissa Burden Press Contributing Writer news@presspublications.com For the past six years, Toledo’s Pet (Prevent, Educate, Training) Bull Project has been training both dogs and people in how to get along and live a rewarding life. The organization is committed to preventing animal cruelty and dog fighting. At the same time, its helps to educate pet owners and young people on pet responsibility and the importance of spay and neuter. Now, they need the community’s help to continue their programming. According to Cindy Reinsel, founder of the Pet Bull Project, they will have to move from their home on Bancroft Street in the next few weeks. The current office has been purchased and the increase in rent is too much for the group. “We are packed and we think we found a place, but it is a lot more expensive than what we were paying,” Reinsel said. “The landlord is trying to help us out. The new place is on Tremainsville Road. We are hopefully going to be able to raise money which will allow us to do more for the pets in this community.” Reinsel, of Oregon, said the Pet Bull Project received its 501(c)3 in May of 2011. It started out offering free dog training, but has since grown to offer so much more. “We started our community outreach with free dog training classes,” she said. “Navarre Park is the first training session we offer every year. We have since added rabies vaccines to the CARE-A-Van which also has leashes, collars and other materials available.” The organization offers low-cost grooming on the first Wednesday of the month from 5-9 p.m. Owners can bring their pets for baths, hair cuts, ear cleaning and nail trims. “We have area groomers who donate their time to us, which helps people keep

Carol Humberger, a volunteer dog trainer with A Promised Friend, in Oregon (center) and Roxanne Artz, a Pet Bull Project volunteer (far right), help residents and their dogs at a dog training in Navarre Park in May. (Submitted photo) their dogs mat-free and healthy, Reinsel said. “We also have a food pantry to help people who may have found themselves in a situation where maybe they bought food for the family and cannot buy food for their pet. We try to do what we can to help keep pets with their families and in their homes.” Three years ago, the Pet Bull Project also started a rescue, Reinsel said, adding they have helped at least 350 dogs, and not just pit bulls. Adoption events are

held at area PetSmarts on Saturdays every month. “We work with all breeds,” Reinsel said. “Many are pit bulls because they are the number-one abused dog. We get calls daily on a lot of different situations. People who lost dogs, people who lost their home and can’t keep their dog. We are trying to help and can always use more fosters in our program.” The Pet Bull Project has Pet Safety and Humane Education Classes as well

as a Pawsitive Reading Program where children can come to a local library and read to dogs in foster programs. “We still have the park training program, where it all started,” she said. “Training stations are set up to assist people on teaching their pet to sit, stay, walk on a leash and other good manners. The training is free to everyone with training provided by area trainers involved in the project.” On Saturday, Aug. 12, from 2-4 p.m.., Pet Training and the CARE-A-Van will be at Jamie Farr Park, 2200 N. Summit St.. The van will have rabies vaccinations available, Reinsel said. On Saturday, Sept. 9, from 2-4 p.m., The training only will be at Willys Park, 1375 Hillcrest Ave. The organization is still planning its annual Pit Bull Awareness Day for October. Another very popular program is Teacher’s Pet, Reinsel said. The class, which teaches dog training skills to area youth, has a waiting list. “It is a very positive program,” she said. “It helps kids learn responsibility and also some skills they can use through training foster dogs. We will schedule a new class soon.” A fundraising event, Prehistoric Pets, will be held on Saturday, Aug. 5, from 6-9 p.m., at Studio 13 Tattoo, 4470 Monroe St., Toledo. Artwork and limited-run prints created by Studio 13 artists as well as other regional artists, will be available for pre-order at the event and online. Pre-orders will be taken for one week following the event, and after that prints will be available for pick-up or will be mailed out. All proceeds will benefit the Toledo’s Pet Bull Project. For more information on the Pet Bull Project, upcoming events, and how to donate, visit the organization’s Facebook page or their website at www. toledospetbullproject.com. Call 567-315-8051 for more info, help, and registration for classes.

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Ottawa Co. Senior Resources gets grant for pet support Ottawa County Senior Resources received a $2,500 grant from Meals on Wheels America to support its client pet support program. Funding will be used to provide food, supplies and care for area clients with pets – all of which can be financially and physically burdensome. “We have found that our senior clients who have pets and are receiving home-delivered meals are much happier, more content and healthier when they know their pet is safe, happy and fed,” said Dianne Martin Mortensen, Director for Senior Resources. In total, Meals on Wheels America has granted $300,000 to 193 local Meals on Wheels programs through the Meals on Wheels Loves Pets initiative this year. Funding is made possible in part through a donation from Banfield Charitable Trust (BCT). To date, the grant program has distributed more than $2.4 million in funding and pet food donations. “While the benefits of companionship are clear, taking care of a pet can be financially and physically challenging for seniors,” said Meals on Wheels America President and CEO Ellie Hollander. “Meals on Wheels Loves Pets helps local Meals on Wheels providers alleviate this hardship and at the same time reduce the negative effects of isolation.” This is the ninth year that Senior Resources has received the Pet Program Grant.

Dog training classes available Does your dog need to learn some new tricks? Embarrassed to take your pooch on a

walk or to the pet because of bad behavior? The Wood County Humane Society (WCHS) is now offering dog training classes led by a certified professional dog trainer with knowledge assessed certification (CPDT-KA). Training is completed through positive reinforcement using lure and reward techniques. The course will have an $80 fee and will meet at the WCHS for one hour per week for five weeks. Those interested in training need to sign up for the course by appointment. Participants will be provided the necessary clicker equipment to aid in the positive reinforcement training style. Varying levels of classes will be offered according to a dog’s ability and knowledge. Skills being taught range from obedience basics such as sit and stay to more fun tricks like high five and roll over. The shelter is located at 801 Van Camp Dr., Bowling Green. Call 419-352-7339 to schedule a class. For more info about adopting and/or volunteering, see www.woodcountyhumanesociety.org.

Pet vaccines Affordable pet vaccines will be offered by VIP Petcare at clinics on the following dates and locations: • Aug. 12, 4-5:30 p.m., Everything for Pets, 2674 Woodville Rd., Northwood; • Aug. 20, 4-5:30 p.m., Tractor Supply Company, 3942 Navarre Ave., Oregon; • Aug. 20, 1-2:30 p.m., Family Farm & Home, 3700 Williston Rd., Northwood. VIP Petcare also provides a wide variety of preventative care services adminis-

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Metroparks Mutts Metroparks Mutts will be held Saturday, Aug. 12 from 7-8 p.m. at Metz Visitor Center at Wildwood Preserve. Come to the park with your favorite furry friend and take a naturalist-led hike at a different park each month. Please remember to bring a leash, as all dogs must be on leash at every Metropark. The event is free. Register at http://reservations.metroparkstoledo.com. Metroparks’ first off-leash dog park opened in May at Middlegrounds in downtown Toledo. The park provides separate fenced areas for small and large dogs. No fee or membership required. For the safety and health of dogs and people, all dogs using this facility must be vaccinated, spayed or neutered and 4 months of age or older. Other rules include: • Pet owners must clean up after their dogs; • Dogs must be leashed when entering and leaving the fenced area; • Make sure your pet is well-behaved around other dogs, people and children; • Dogs may be more aggressive when with other dogs. Watch your dog at all

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By Dr. Michael Stone Oak Harbor Veterinary Hospital It’s summer – time for vacations, grabbing your sunscreen and heading to the beach. While everyone has a pretty good idea of things to pack to keep themselves safe and cool, it can be harder to pack for your pooches to make sure they stay safe and cool as well. I’ve got a couple of tips for you to help you plan the best vacation for you and your pooch. • Water, water, water. In our area, the lake is just a quick drive away, and from swimming to boating and everything in between, our dogs love to come with us. Make sure to pack plenty of water for them. You may be at the lake, but if you are boating, your pet will not have easy access to drinking water, and boat rides can get hot. Make sure you pack fresh water to offer your pets while on the water. • Asphalt is hot. We may not think much about just how hot asphalt gets in the summer since our shoes, even simple shoes like flip-flops, keep most of the heat from bothering us. Dogs have very sensitive pads on their feet and that hot asphalt can cause damage quickly. If you are walking your pet, make sure to take breaks so your pet can get

When taking your pooch on summertime activities, make sure to bring plenty of water, avoid walking on hot pavement and plan regular “shade” breaks. off the hot asphalt or find a nice grassy area you can walk your dog instead. If you don’t have a grassy option, for walks try to schedule walks in the mornings or evenings when the asphalt hasn’t started to heat up or is already cooling down. • Even more water (see a trend here?). The summer is a great time to be out hik-

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by Dr. Michael Stone yourself. • Stay shady. Most dogs enjoy being outside, even if you are just at home for the day. Make sure while your pooches are outside on a hot day that they have a nice shady spot to escape to if they get a little too hot. Dog houses are built to keep heat in, so make sure their shady spot is something other than their dog house. • Be prepared. A lot of pets have a hard time dealing with loud noises. From fireworks to thunderstorms, unexpected noises can cause our pets a lot of stress. Make sure to set your pets up in a comfy area that they feel safe in when fireworks or thunderstorms are happening. Try a radio in the background to help drown out the unwanted noises. • Have fun. Most importantly, make sure you and your pet have the best summer ever. Contact Dr. Stone at Oak Harbor Veterinary Hospital, Inc., 1386 S. SR 19, Oak Harbor, 419-898-3411.

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Pratt perseveres on field, in life, at Ohio Northern By Mark Griffin Press Contributing Writer sports@presspublications.com You have to hand it to Jeremy Pratt. The Waite graduate is concentrating on living in the moment, and at the same time he’s preparing for his future. Pratt, a 5-foot-10, 185-pound slot junior receiver at Ohio Northern University, isn’t spending this summer lounging by a pool or playing full-court hoops. Pratt, an aboveaverage student who is majoring in criminal justice at ONU, is living in Kalamazoo, Mich., this summer and putting in 50-hour work weeks at a local car dealership. “It’s a great summer job,” he said. “It’s allowing me to save every dollar I make and it goes into my tuition for this year. We go to (football) camp on Aug. 8.” In May, Pratt served a three-week internship with the Toledo prosecutor’s office, and he currently participates in night time ride-alongs with law enforcement in Kalamazoo. “It’s great to actually get out there and experience this stuff,” Pratt said. “I’m right there on the front lines. One time a baby was delivered (during the ride-along) and another time we were in pursuit of someone who was shooting people.” Pratt is determined to make an impact at Ohio Northern this season. He lettered for coach Dean Paul’s squad last season and played a role on the Polar Bears’ kickoff coverage, punt return and kick return teams. He made six tackles but never got to return a kick. “They always kicked the other way,” Pratt said. Initially, adjusting to college life wasn’t

easy for Pratt. He was the City League Player of the Year as a senior at Waite, but he soon realized that college was no picnic. He was homesick as a freshman, wasn’t getting any playing time and generally felt like a fish out of water. “I didn’t play at all as a freshman,” Pratt said. “I dressed Jeremy Pratt three games out of 10. It was tough. You question if you’re good enough and you question if you want to continue playing. You go to Ohio Northern to play a specific sport, and when you’re not playing you question if you even want to go to that school. “I was calling my mom (Danielle White) every week, saying this school is not for me. I was not happy. She told me to stick through it. It definitely got better in the spring of 2016.” Pratt stuck with it, which didn’t surprise his high school coach, Dan Chipka, who is now at St. Francis de Sales. Chipka recalled Pratt, a standout quarterback and team captain, as a person who had “tremendous leadership skills” and was eager to carry his Indians teammates on his back. “He was our Mr. Everything,” Chipka said. “He carried the ball, threw the ball at quarterback. Everything we did was quarterback driven and our success was predicated on his play. Halfway through the season we moved him to corner and he was first-team

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All-City and the league player of the year.” Pratt has yet to make an official reception as a receiver at ONU, which is located in Ada. The Polar Bears finished 5-5 and 5-4 in the Ohio Athletic Conference last season and return 12 starters and 34 lettermen. The Bears open the 2017 season Sept. 2 at Adrian (Mich.). Paul, in his 14th season at ONU, said Pratt has been a solid addition to the program. “Jeremy has demonstrated a championship-level work ethic and has been a very enthusiastic member of our team,” Paul said. “He has performed at an extraordinary level in the classroom as well. We are very proud of Jeremy and we’re looking forward to the remainder of his career. He has represented our program and university in an exemplary way.” Pratt, who has a 3.6 GPA, is on schedule to graduate in two years with a degree in criminal justice. “I’m debating between either going into law or law enforcement and, hopefully, be with the DEA (Drug Enforcement Agency) or something like that,” said Pratt, who said his father, Jeremy Sr., has been a huge supporter and role model. “My mom works with the public defender’s office and she helps me out with a lot of connections.” Pratt worked out with some receivers from Western Michigan University this summer, and he is confident he can crack the Bears’ starting lineup this season. “There is one (returning) receiver who is already starting,” Pratt said, “but the other spot is open. Two or three others will be battling for that position, but it’s wide open. It’s good to be in the conversation and I can’t wait to get out there.”

New Stritch gridiron coach taking challenge seriously By Mark Griffin Press Contributing Writer sports@presspublications.com First-year Cardinal Stritch football coach Bryan Dudash is convinced he’s landed at the right place. Dudash has been a coaching nomad the past several years, having served as the head coach at Danbury High School for three seasons and as an assistant coach at Gibsonburg in 2016. He also coached at Lakota for one season, and now his focus is rebuilding the Cardinals’ program. “I wanted to get back into head coaching and I was intrigued by the Stritch job because they had so many athletes,” Dudash said. “I coached against Stritch (in the Toledo Area Athletic Conference) and I knew the talent they had and the passion of the parents. They treated everybody who came to their school well.” Dudash takes over a program that went 1-9 a year ago. He is the school’s seventh head coach since 2007, and the Cardinals have not had a winning season (8-2) since 2006, when they won the TAAC title under coach Tony Beier. Dudash said Stritch’s offense will be much the same as last year’s spread attack, with a little more emphasis on the power running game. “We have such depth and so many good athletes, we’re probably going to throw the ball more than I ever have with my offenses,” Dudash said. “Maybe not as much as they did last year but more than I ever have,

Bryan Dudash introduces himself to Cardinal Stritch players. (Photo courtesy Grant F. Grisler/ Cardinal Stritch Director of Communications) because we have such good receivers. We’re going to find ways to get these guys the ball. “The kids have done a good job in July of picking up our offense. It is very similar to last year, but we’re changing some terminology and putting more emphasis on the running game.” Dudash, who turns 49 on Aug. 2, played defensive back in high school, at Lakewood

St. Edward, and then went on to play receiver at Baldwin-Wallace University. He said his goal was always to “teach and be around kids.” Dudash currently teaches American history at Danbury. “My mom talked me out of (teaching),” Dudash said. “She said there was no money in it. I went into business and kind of gave up the idea of teaching. I had a family and

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Oregon-based competitor wins three European titles By J. Patrick Eaken Press Sports Editor sports@presspublications.com Betthy Horsley, student of Master Patrick S. Toneff, won multiple European Global Taekwon-Do Federation championships earlier this month. She competed in individual patterns, free sparring, power breaking with hand technique, power breaking with foot technique, and couples patterns, winning three gold medals — one for individual patterns and two for both power breaking categories. She also won two silver medals for free sparring and couples patterns. Toneff, a VII degree black belt, is head instructor and owner of Toneff’s TaekwonDo school, which is based in Oregon. However, Horsley not only represented Toneff’s Taekwon-Do, but also the United States Global Taekwon-Do Federation. Her American team competed against countries from around the globe, including Turkish Cyprus, Turkey, South Africa, Chile, Kazakhastan, Ukraine, Armenia, Moldovo, Canada, Iran, Norway, Argentina, Scotland, Azerbaijan, Ireland and Spain. In all, there were approximately 700 competing for world championship status. “I am very thankful to Master Toneff for training me to be ready for this championship, and to my husband for his support and encouragement to do my best,” Horsley said. “To be honest, I didn’t expect

to do that well because when you see all the other athletes, well, they were amazing, but we train really hard and I demonstrated the hard work we put into it.” The championships were held in what Horsley called “the beautiful island” of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus and were hosted by Senior Grandmaster Eyüp Zafer Gökbilen, a IX degree black belt. “The championship was an amazing experience. Cyprus is a beautiful country and the people there are very friendly. The weather was hotter than what it is here at home,” Horsley said. “On the second day I was there, I got to train with the South Africa team, which was great because we train two hours first thing in the morning from 5 a.m. to 7 a.m., and it felt like I was back here training with Master Toneff and all my classmates.” She adds that was her first championship overseas, but she competed internationally in Canada in 2016 and again earlier this year, but says “this was a whole new experience for me.” “There were all ranks in the competition, from white belt to VI degree black belts. For my free sparring, sparring was a little bit of a challenge for me because my opponent was tall, so I knew I’d have to work on my techniques in a very close range and stay close to her as much as possible.” Toneff’s Taekwon-Do is located at 3246 Navarre Avenue in Oregon and his been in the community for over 30 years.

Genoa gala fundraiser on tap The 15th Annual Athletic Boosters Gala Fundraiser is to be held August 11. This year, all funds will be used to assist in the payment and continued enhancement for capital improvements to the Comets’ Athletic Complex. The gala will consist of a golf outing beginning with a shotgun start at 8 a.m. at Chippewa Golf Club and evening festivities including a reverse raffle and live en-

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Good sign of things to come for P-ville Legion team By Yaneek Smith Press Contributing Writer sports@presspublications.com Thirty-one victories are hard to come by, but that’s the mark the Pemberville Freedom Post 183 American Legion baseball team met this year. The team, which had 18 players, nine from the Eastern Maumee Bay community, went 31-11 and won one game in the district tournament before bowing out. Competing in one of the state’s toughest districts, Pemberville defeated Whitehouse, 5-3, before losing two straight to Toledo (134) and Findlay (9-5) to finish the season. Coach Don “Chopper” Schmeltz admits he had a talented group featuring three players — Tyler Haas (Eastwood), Jordan Bekier (Lake), and Cade Boos (Eastwood) who earned Alan Miller Jeweler All-Press honors for their efforts during their high school seasons. Two, Haas and Bekier, were on the first team for both offense and pitching, and Bekier was the pitcher of the year and Boos the co-offensive player of the year. Even better, Schmeltz will be losing only six players from a team that won the Pemberville and Lancaster tournaments, a sign of just how good his team could be next year. Eli Brown, an Eastwood graduate who just finished his freshman season playing at Lakeland Community College in Kirtland outside Cleveland, returned and helped the team both at the plate and on the mound. Northwood’s Evan LaPlante and Gabe LaPlante, Bryce Pratt (Cardinal Stritch), Kurtis Lee (Genoa) and Mason Beachler (Woodmore) were consistent contributors. With a bevy of pitchers, there were opportunities for starters and reserves to contribute, though the hitting stood out, also. Rossford’s Cody Orr, the Northern Buckeye Conference’s offensive player of the year, led the team with a .479 average, followed by Haas (.386), Boos (.375), Beachler (.343), New Riegel’s Cole Noftz (.316), Bekier (.312) and Brown (.296). Overall, the team hit .317. “We got along really well. We all showed up and trusted the guy beside us and played really well as a team,” said Beachler, who is considering continuing his baseball career at Youngstown State University. “(Schmeltz) is a fun coach that has the dugout in high spirits, but he plays along, which is what I love about him. He

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Noftz led off, followed by Boos, Beachler and Orr, the cleanup hitter. Haas batted fifth, Bekier was the No. 6 hitter and Lee, Brown and Smith rounded out the batting order. In addition to Brown, six others are considering continuing their baseball careers in college — Evan LaPlante (Owens Community College), Lee (Lourdes), Beachler (Youngstown State), Bekier (Findlay) and Pratt (Glen Oaks CC) — a sign of the team’s abundance of talent. LaPlante just finished his fourth season with the club, and he says that helped him grow as a player, especially as a pitcher because he faced some of the best talent Northwest Ohio had to offer. “Legion ball was especially helpful for

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Harris-Elmore Library, 328 Toledo St., programs include: “Funny Puppet Guy,” Aug. 8, 11 a.m.; Rock-Painting Activity, Aug. 9, 1 p.m. – ages 6 and older. Card Playing the 1st and 3rd Thurs. of the month at 7 p.m. at Elmore Retirement Village, 633 State St. Card & Games Party, Aug. 18 from 11 a.m.3 p.m., Elmore Senior Center, located in Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, 19225 Witty Rd. $5 admission includes lunch and door prizes. Lunch served at 11:30 a.m. To make reservations, required by Aug. 11, call 419-862-3874. Elmore Senior Center-Elmore Golden Oldies, located in Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, 19225 Witty Rd. (corner of Witty & SR 51), open Tues. & Thurs. at 11 a.m.; lunch served at noon (reservations for lunch required by 10 a.m. the day before). Blood pressure & blood oxygen screenings 2nd Tues. of each month; blood sugar & blood pressure screenings last Tues. of each month; educational / informational speakers on Tues.; Euchre game every Tues. & Thurs. after lunch. For reservations, call 419-862-3874. Elmore Historical Society Monthly Meetings are held on the 3rd Sun. of every month at 1 p.m. at the Historical Society Building. Elmore Conservation Club Trap Shooting every Wed. and Sat. from 6-9 p.m. (weather permitting). Call 419-392-1112 for info.

Fremont Birchard Public Library, 423 Croghan St., is hosting The Battle of Fort Stephenson, Aug. 1 from 1:30-3 p.m. The successful War of 1812 battle was a much-needed victory for America. Local historian Larry Michaels will explain the sequence of events leading up to the battle, the battle itself, and its aftermath. The Colonel George Croghan Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will lay a memorial wreath on Croghan’s grave after the program and will also host a tour of the DAR house. Call 419-334-7101 for details.

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BBQ Rib Fundraiser Benefit for the family of Josh Goldsby, Aug. 12 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. or until sold out at Miller’s New Market. Donation is $6 for a half rack of pork ribs and $10 for a half-rack ribs dinner, and $12 for a full rack of ribs and $16 for a full rack ribs dinner. Dinners include choice of side dishes, roll and a drink. Carryouts only. A bake sale will also be held. Genoa Senior Center, 514 Main St., open Mon., Wed. & Fri. Open for bingo at 9:30 a.m. on Mon.; open at 10:30 a.m. Wed. and Fri. Lunch served at 11:30 a.m. (reservations required 10 a.m. the day before). Blood pressure and blood sugar screenings offered 2nd Wed. of each month at 11 a.m.; Blood oxygen & blood pressure screenings offered the 4th Wed. of each month at 11 a.m. Educational/informational speakers on Wed.; Pinochle Mon. & Wed. after lunch; Dominoes Fri. after lunch. Reservations: 419-855-4491. Trinity Thrift Shop, 105 4th St., Fri. 9:30 a.m.4 p.m. & Sat. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Clothes & small household items available at reasonable prices. Proceeds benefit mission projects. Genoa Community Food Pantry Open monthly on the 3rd Sat. of the month 10 a.m.-noon, Christ Community Church, 303 W. 4th St. Serving those who are in Genoa School District. Proper ID and billing address within the district required. For more info, call 419-341-0913.

Gibsonburg Gibsonburg Public Library, 100 N. Webster St., programs include: Preschool Story time, Thurs. at 11 a.m. (no storytimes Aug. 24 or 31); Minecraft, Aug. 1, 1-2:30 (10 computers available); Poetry Writing for Kids, Aug. 3, 11 a.m. – all levels of writing invited; Reading to Residents – Teen Service Opportunity, Aug. 4, 11 a.m.; Book & Munch Bunch Bunch, Chapter Books for Gr. 4-7, Aug. 9 – “Chomp” by Carl Hiassen. Call 419-637-2173 to register. Active Seniors invited to Meet & Eat at Gibsonburg Senior Center, 100 Meadow Lane. Lunches every weekday, educational and social programs, health assessments and more. Transportation and home-delivered meals available. 419-637-7947.

Lake Twp. Music in the Park featuring a band to be announced Aug. 4, 6:30-8 p.m., Friendship Park, 27975 Cummings Rd. Refreshments available. Bring a lawn chair. Free admission; donations accepted. Food Pantry sponsored by the Firebelles fire department auxiliary every 3rd Mon. of the month, 4-6 p.m., Walbridge Municipal Building, 705 N. Main St. Community meal served at 4 p.m.

Lindsey Village of Lindsey Farmers Market, 2nd Sat. of each month through October from 9 a.m.noon in the village park on Main Street. Open

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Luckey Luckey Food Pantry is open the last Wed. of each month from 1-3 p.m. and the last Thurs. of the month from 6-8 p.m. in 247 Oak St. (behind the post office), in the former Loft Youth Center. Open to families residing in the Eastwood School District. Luckey Garden Club meets monthly at the library. Visit Luckey Garden Club on Facebook to inquire about joining.

Millbury Chicken BBQ, Aug. 5, 4-6 p.m., St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 1459 South St. (SR 795). Dinein and drive-thru service available.

Oak Harbor Oak Harbor Log Cabin Concert Series sponsored by the Ottawa County Community Foundation will present Don Crozier July 30 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Adolphus Kraemer Park. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. 8th Semi-Annual Village-Wide Garage Sale Days coordinated by the Oak Harbor Area Chamber of Commerce, Aug. 25-26. A complete list of sales will be available at the Chamber office and the Oak Harbor Library, and also on www. oakharborohio.net starting Aug. 23. $3 minimum fee to be placed on the list. Reservations due by Aug. 21. Call 419-898-0479. Mom-to-Mom Sale, St. John’s Lutheran Preschool, 118 Ottawa St., Aug. 6 from 9 a.m.-noon in the social room of the educational unit. The cost to rent a table is $15 and admission to the sale is $1. The sale includes anything child-related. There will also be a brunch/lunch stand available. Food Pantry, Oak Harbor Alliance Chapel, 11805 SR 105, open the last Wed. each month from 5-7 p.m. A hot meal is served during pantry hours. There is also a free clothing room with all sizes for children and adults. Oak Harbor Public Library programs include: STEAM afternoons, Fridays at 3:15 for tweens – no sign up necessary; One Size Fits All Storytime, Wed. at 11:30 a.m. – for infants, preschoolers and children with adults. Till Next Time (TNT) with Miss Brenda (for teens and `tweens) Aug. 3 at 4 p.m. and then stay for the summer reading program at 5 p.m. For info or to register, visit oakharborpubliclibrary.org or call 419-898-7001. Oak Harbor Farmers Market, 4th Sat. of the month now through October from 9 a.m.-noon at Kraemer Park, across from the post office. Sponsored by the Oak Harbor Development Group. St. Boniface Parish Bingo, Sun. at the church, 215 N. Church St. Doors open at 4:30 p.m.; early birds at 5:30 p.m. and main session begins at 6 p.m. Proceeds benefit St. Boniface School.

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Garden Party Fundraiser to benefit Community Food Pantry, housed at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Aug. 5 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the James Opelt residence, 218 West Front St. Sweet Shoppe, crafts, Carruth fundraiser, live music, free hot dogs, iced tea and lemonade (while supplies last). Admission free with a donation of non-perishable food items or a monetary donation. Pemberville Area Senior Center at Bethlehem Lutheran Church provides programs & activities for adults 60 & over. Open 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Lunch served at noon. Community Food Pantry at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 220 Cedar St., open Mon.-Wed., 11 a.m.2 p.m. and the last Sat. of the month from 8-11 a.m. (excluding holidays). Open to Eastwood School District residents. ID & proof of residency required. Info available at Pemberville churches.

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Walbridge Walbridge Library, 108 N. Main St., programs include: Building Skills Storytime, Tues. at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Build, Plan, Construct, Wed. at 2 p.m. Summer reading program, “Build a Better World” is ongoing. All programs are free. Call 419-666-9900 for info. Walbridge VFW Bingo, third Sun. of each month, 109 S. Main St. Lightning bingo at 1 p.m.; regular bingo at 1:30 p.m. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. Food and drinks available. New games; higher prizes. Sponsored by the Auxiliary. Call 419-666-0367 for info. Support Group for Families and Friends who are Dealing with a Loved One’s Heroin/Opiate Addiction Mon. at 6:30-8 p.m. in the Municipal Building, 705 N. Main St. Sponsored by Mainstreet Church. For info, call 419-838-7600.

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Jerry Klorer Aug. 1, 1960 ~ Aug. 2, 2010

Woodville Woodville Public Library, 101 E. Main St., programs include Summer LEGO Club, Aug. 5, 1011:30 a.m.; Wednesday Book Club, Aug. 9, 7 p.m. – “The Rosie Project” by Graeme Simsion (copies are available at the desk); Off to the Fair!, Aug. 14, 7 p.m. – fun for K-6, registration required. Call 419849-2744 for info, registration. Food Pantry, 306 Bridge St., open monthly the last Friday of the month, 8:30-9:30 a.m. Open to Woodville village and township residents. Applications available at the pantry. The Good Samaritan Council will be accepting donations of school supplies for Woodmore and Solomon students at The Fremont Federal Credit Union (Woodville Branch), Woodville Library, Solomon Lutheran Church, Woodville United Methodist Church and the food pantry’s bake sale booth at the Woodville Farmer’s Market Aug. 26.

Happy Heavenly Birthday! Love, Your Sister Rose & Family

Dear Rose, You made this life of mine a life worth living. Anything good that ever happened to me, involved you. The memories of our life together are what keeps me going from day to day. You will live in my heart and mind constantly. I thank my keeper for the wonderful times we shared. I have truly been blessed, so happy birthday, dear Rose. Your Husband Ed and Family

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Veterans visit monuments with Flag City Honor Flight Seventy-nine veterans and 85 guardians participated in a July Flag City Honor Flight. The flight, based out of Findlay, flew out of the Grand Aire Hangar in Toledo. Jerry Kotula and Albert Whitt, two Otterbein Portage Valley residents, were among the veterans who participated. Both are Korean War Veterans. The group had a police escort all day from the airport, from monument to monument and back to the airport. Lunch, provided by Mission Barbeque, was enjoyed at the WWII monument. The veterans toured the WWII, Korean, Lincoln, and Vietnam monuments as well as the Iwo Jima Memorial and the Air Force Memorial. They visited Arlington Cemetery and watched the changing of the guard. Afterwards a sentinel, a tomb guard, came and spoke to the group and the veterans got to watch the lowering of the flag. A surprise welcome home party awaited the group at the hangar in Toledo.

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Fireworks fundraiser The Oak Harbor Area Chamber of Commerce recently held a fundraiser to raise money for their Independence Day Celebration. Businesses in Oak Harbor sold stars to customers for $1, $5 or $10. Community Markets in Oak Harbor sold the most stars, raising more than $1,900 for the ﬁreworks. One of the store’s cashiers, Korilee Hatmaker, sold the most stars of any employee throughout all the businesses, selling nearly $700 worth. The second-place business was Sunoco in Oak Harbor, selling $700 in stars. Other participating businesses included Croghan Colonial Bank, Evolve Riverfront Café and Drown’s Dairy. The Oak Harbor Area Chamber of Commerce thanked all the customers who purchased stars, individuals who donated, businesses that donated/sold stars and all of the volunteers for their support for the 2017 Oak Harbor Independence Day Celebration.

Looking for a good barn The Ottawa County Historical Society is partnering with the Ohio History Connection to bring a painted barn to Ottawa County. The OHC is aiming to, over time, have a painted barn in all of Ohio’s 88, counties with each barn representing a unique historical aspect of that particular county. The OHC’s last painted barn in Fremont is Ohio’s 19th President Rutherford B. Hayes representing Sandusky County. Another is an Annie Oakley barn in Darke County. The historical society is looking for a

Community Market Manager Lester Weatherwax with cashier Korilee Hatmaker, who received a prize basket worth more than $200 for being the top seller of fundraising stars. heritage barn in good condition in a fairly well traveled location. The tentatively planned theme for the Ottawa County barn is Commodore Oliver Perry and the War of 1812. To nominate a barn, call Linda Huber at 419-702-7060.

Garden Party fundraiser The Community Food Pantry, housed at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Pemberville, will hold the second annual Garden Party, Saturday, Aug. 5 at the James Opelt residence, 218 West Front St. from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Attendees can enjoy dozens of varieties and hundreds of ﬂowers in bloom as they walk the yard around the only home in Pemberville that sits on its own block. Flower gardens are maintained by Janet Smith, of Pemberville. This year’s garden party will feature a Sweet Shoppe of homemade baked goods, yard signs, pottery, crafts, a Carruth fundraiser and live music. Harpist Sande Carfman Johnson will perform at 11 a.m. with the Brick Street Strummers performing at 1 p.m. Free hot dogs, iced tea and lemonade with be offered, while supplies last. Admission is free with a donation of non-perishable food items or a monetary donation. Proceeds beneﬁt the community food pantry. In 2016 the food pantry helped feed 85 Eastwood families with 341 visits to the pantry. The Good Samaritan fund helped 30 families with utility shut-off notices and prescriptions. Those who are unable to make this event, may make a donation to one of the Pemberville churches on behalf of the food pantry.

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112 Washington Street OAK HARBOR â&#x20AC;&#x201C;$98,900 3 bedrooms, 2 bath in town home. 2 car attached garage. With a little TLC this could be your dream home! Seller is vewry motivated. All offers will be considered! Call Cherie Salazar 419-707-1088 or Batdorff Real Estate 419-898-6804. 129 Erie St. OAK HARBOR - $99,500 NEW PRICE! In town, corner lot, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, porch, attached open carport, newer roof, furnace, painted exterior. Move in ready! Call Bernie Hammer 419-307-4060

9531 W Toussaint E Rd OAK HARBOR - $130,900

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Mike's Hauling We buy junk cars, trucks and vans Scrap metal hauled free. 419-666-1443

1 Current Job Opening: Vinyl Sign Lettering & Graphic Designer email resume to orders@myvisionquest.com or mail to P.O. Box 197, Elmore, OH 43416 CDL Class A, 1 yr. experience, dedicated lanes available. Call A & R Transit 419-779-0692

Corporation providing community based residences for adults with developmental disabilities has immediate need for direct care staff. Full and part-time positions available. We offer a a competitive wage, employee sponsored health care plan for full-time employees and a pension plan for both full and parttime employees.EOE Apply online at: communityresidential services.org

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Prep and Line Cook Some experience preferred. Good hourly wage. Please apply in person and complete application.

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HIRZEL CANNING CO. Seeking quality seasonal employees for our Northwood & Pemberville tomato packing facilities.

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An awesome daycare Starr district area has opening for 1 toddler. CPR, First Aid certified. For more info. 567-316-7255

*A Mechanic looking for used* vehicle, motorhome or ? Running or Not, Pay Hundreds, Thousands for the right vehicle look. Pay accordingly, anything with wheels. 419-870-0163 We buy most anything from your garage! 419-870-0163

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Mid-Size commercial vehicles, local & long distance, flexible schedule, Class A, B, or C endorsement required. Apply in person.

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Laborer Needed- Experience in Excavating, Mowing Grass-- Dump Truck Driver A Plus. 419-392-1488 Licensed Massage Therapist and Front Desk person wanted. Send Resume or apply in person at: Team Chiropractic, 4887 Monroe St., Toledo, OH. 43623

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We are seeking caring, dedicated Dietary Aides to work in our beautiful Senior Living Community to provide care to our residents with the quality and choices that they deserve. Dietary shifts are 4 and 8 hours per day and every other weekend. Submit resume to: sdumas@otterbein.org Otterbein Portage Valley 20311 Pemberville Road Pemberville, OH 43450 419-833-8901

Retired couple great references, steady income, with a small registered service dog. Looking for a 2 bedroom apartment or house in Genoa, Woodville, Gibsonburg, Elmore area. 567-207-8374

NOTICE OF PRIVATE SALE The following property will be sold by written bid by 9:00 a.m. MST on August 1, 2017. 2013 Peterbilt 386 VIN 1XPHD49X8DD195003 2015 Volvo 670 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; VIN 4V4NC9TJ1FN931080 To inquire about this item please call Jeremy Carter at 801-624-5453. Transportation Alliance Bank 4185 Harrison Blvd #200, Ogden UT 84403

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

Ashland Church Food Pantry will be open the last Saturday of each month from 1:00 - 3:00 pm. An ID is required. 2350 Starr Ave., Oregon. 419-720-1995

Lead Risk Assessor(Rental properties) please call or text Paul Diaz 419-913-9357 or email diazpaul745@ymail.com

Dump Truck & Bobcat Service, Building Tear Downs, Stone & Dirt Hauling, Driveway Repairs, 419-260-7879 HANDYMAN Electrical Service Upgrades, Whole house generators, Plumbing, Woodwork, Painting, Member of BBB Call 567-277-5333 (local) Hardwood Flooring, Refinishing, Installation, and Repair Work. 23-yrs experience. Call Kyle 419-343-3719

Plumbing, Roofing, Doors, Masonry Repairs, Concrete Flat Work, 27 yrs. Experience, Insured. 419-307-0548 RAY'S HANDYMAN SERVICES Carpentry, Drywall Repairs, Painting, Siding, Electrical Problems, Help for the Do-It-Yourselfer. Small Jobs Welcome, 35+ Years Experience 419-836-4574 / 419-304-0583

Restlawn Cemetery-Victory Garden 2 Lots, Veteran w/marker. $1,000 both. 419-693-8804

Professional Cleaning Residential - Commercial Attention Landlord's & Homeowner's Want cleaning and painting done right? Tired of throwing money away? We have unbelievable prices and many references. 567-249-8901 or 419-699-0422.

2013 LazerZ-XSeries 16â&#x20AC;? zero turn, with 278 hrs., excellent condition, includes trailer & thatcher, $7,500. 419-265-2064.

BAY AREA CONCRETE 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"

Mike Halka 419-350-8662 Oregon, OH. "Serving all of N.W. Ohio"

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

Free Split Campfire Wood- Elmore Take whole truckloads or just as little as you need. Contact 419-705-8092. Must be picked up by August 3rd.

J & G TREE SERVICE *Tree Removal *Stump Removal *Topping *Shaping *Trimming *Pruning Available Free Estimates - Fully Insured BBB Accredited (Servicing Wood & Lucas Counties) 419-377-0367

Two Blondes With Junk In The Trunk Estate Sales Presents.... Northwood, OH 4223 Curtice Rd. Thurs. Aug 3rd (9am-4pm) Fri. Aug 4th (9am-3pm)

NORTHWOOD FLEA MARKET Northwood Commons (Formerly Great Eastern) (Now 3 Buildings) Aug. 5th (8am-5pm) Aug. 6th (10am-4pm) 2660 & 2664 Woodville Rd. Trains, antique dolls and toys, bears, clocks, glassware, baskets, nautical, holiday dĂŠcor, appliances, primitives, furniture, tools, clothes, video games, crafts, books, jewelry, purses, shoes, Tupperware, wall hangings, phonographs, animal mounts, black bear rugs, fishing misc., clocks and parts, plants, pocket knives, golfing misc., records, VHS/DVD's & Players, Pokemon, record player, bikes, lamps, knick knacks, coins, quilts, outdoor furniture, National Championship rings, kitchenware, birdhouses and feeders, puzzles,TV's, bedding, linens, and sewing machine, comic books. For more information call Jean 419-277-9083.

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LUCKEY 128 Locust St. Aug. 4 & 5 (10am-4pm) Recliner, queen water bed, Home Lite Chainsaw, Edison phonograph with recored built in 1900's, Victoria doll house with furnisher, 3 piece Kitchen table, much more stuff. MILLBURY BACK TO SCHOOL SALE 1602 Daniel Drive August 4th & 5th 9:00am - 4:00pm Clothes for girls/boys sizes middle school through college. American Eagle, Victoria's Secret, Buckle, Nike, Hollister. Dorm items. Microwave, Elliptical, weight bench with stepper. Patio furniture. Automatic pool cleaner. Dehumidifier, Bedding, Household/Misc. Items, Women's S/M, Men's XL, Weber Grill & More! NORTHWOOD 2143 Old Trail Dr. Aug 3 & 4 (9am-2pm) MOVING SALE EVERYTHING MUST GO! Tools of all kinds, household furniture, antiques, collectibles, something for everyone!

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NORTHWOOD 5317 Orchard Place 1230 & 1231 Orville Ct. (Btw 579 & Walbridge Rd, Off Millbury Rd) Friday & Saturday August 4 & 5; (9am-4pm) 3 Family Sale

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Women's purses, shoes, clothes (XSP-3XL), Men's Clothes, Xmas items, books, Disney VHS & DVDs, electronics, furniture, household Items, (2) 90â&#x20AC;?x156â&#x20AC;? red rectangle & (11) 120â&#x20AC;? red round table linens with 120 white napkins, 2002 Jeep Wrangler, 357 Formula boat, kids ride toys, drywall lift, craftsman router accessories and much more!

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ELMORE 17750 River Side Dr. (Off Portage River Road S.) Aug. 3, 4 & 5 (9am-3pm) Kitchen, Lighting, Household Items, Books, Toys and Much More.

1231 South Stadium Rd Thurs., Aug 3 (9-3) Fri. & Sat. Aug 4 & 5; (9-1) Multi-Family Sale! Kids Clothing, Embroidery Machine, Fabric, Snowblower, Craft Items & Lots of Misc. OREGON 1247 S. Stadium Rd August 3, 4 & 5 (9am-5pm) Hummels, Antiques, Collectibles, Furniture, Christmas, Wall Decor, Frames, Push Mower, Chain Saws, Grinders, Routers, Snowmobile Suites, Helmets, Bicycles, Kitchen Items, Garage Door Opener, 2 Golf Carts & More.

ELMORE 19080 W. State Rt. 51 Aug. 3, 4, 5 (9am-6pm) Huge Sale! Something for everyone.

ELMORE 20020 W. St. Rt. 51 Aug. 3&4 (9am-5pm) Something for everyone!

OREGON 135 Ponderosa Dr. Thurs. - Sat. August 3rd- 5th (9am-?) Curio, kids clothes, toys, bench press/weights, ceramic figurines, lots of merchandise. Too much to list!

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OREGON 1501 S. Stadium rd Aug. 3 & 4 th (9am-3pm) 1920's milk can, large copper kettle, antique oak cradle, other antiques, housewares, vintage linens and decorative items.

OREGON 158 TRAILS END Aug. 4th (8am-4pm) Aug. 5th (8am-12pm) Tools, sewing machine, dehumidifier, desk chair, misc. OREGON 1852 N. Stadium Rd. Fri. & Sat. Aug. 4 & 5 (9am-5pm) Small upright freezer, Wilton cake pans, dresser, glass/slate coffee table and assorted household items. Everything must go!!

Window A/C Frigidaire 8,000 BTU$100 Caloric gas Range, almond w/black front, 4 burners, self cleaning-$100 36â&#x20AC;? Stainless steel range hood, exhaust fan and light-$35 419-693-4607 or 419-346-8382

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Antique Doll- 1890 33â&#x20AC;? Franz Schmidt S&C child $695/OBO. Also have other dolls for sale. 419-2624787

Multi-Family Sales, Kids Clothes and Toys, Household Items, Bookshelf, Stove, Dryer, Hutch, TV Stand & Many More Items.

OREGON 3018 Springwood Street South SATURDAY ONLY! Aug. 5 (9am-4pm) Hockey and Skating Equipment, Hand Crafted Wooden Donkey, Books, Figurines, Lamps, Glasses, Christmas & Much More!

OREGON 3329 Hazelton Dr. (Off Coy) FRIDAY ONLY! Aug. 4 (8am-4pm) Beds & Misc. OREGON 3349 Sunset th Aug. 5 & 6th (9am-5pm) Crafts, household items, TV's, bicycle, some furniture, fresh vegetables and much more! OREGON 3474 Country Farms Rd. th Aug. 4 & 5th (9am-3pm) Multi-Family! Toys, Pack 'N Play, furniture, sewing machine, scrapbooking, Holiday, adult clothing, tons of misc! OREGON Fountain Square Apartments Yearly Sale! 3119 Navarre Ave. (Btw Coy & Wheeling) (Btw Salad Galley & Subway) Aug. 5 & 6; (9-5) Rain Date Aug 11 & 12, (9-5) New and Used Items! Food & Baked Goods! TOLEDO 117 Paine St. Aug. 3, 4 & 5 (10am-4pm) Baby beds, high chair, strollers, car seats, baby clothes both boy and girl, anything you need for a baby we have... Lots of it NEW! plus sizes up to 4x. Saturday 8/5- Everything 1/2 Off (Unless it's new)! 419-691-3841 WALBRIDGE 245 W. Perry St. Aug. 3 & 4 (9am-5pm) Aug. 5 (9am-1pm) MEN'S GARAGE SALE! Electrician supplies, plumbing supplies, large pipe wrenches, pipe cutters, conduit, heating, lighting, small motors, testers, automotive, yard, fishing, screws, nails, bikes WOODVILLE 5475 S. Martin Williston Rd. Aug. 3, 4, 5 (8am-5pm) Multi-Family Sale! Slot machine, beer kegertor, beer signs, beer pulls, TV's, refrigerator, exercise equipment, pot & pans, freezer, buffet, dishes, massager's, power washer, lawn spreader, yard art, clay pots, much more.

WOODVILLE 910 Cty. Rd. 32 August 3rd - 5th (9am-5pm) Lots of Christmas and Halloween items, trunks, pictures, hanging lamps, Barbie dolls, doilies, games, DVD player, old trophies, new ventless natural gas heater, dollies, and other misc.

Open Mon.-Thurs. 9-5 Closed Fridays

Curtice Huge Moving Sale August 4, 5 & 6 10am-5pm 8202 Brown Rd. â&#x20AC;˘ Furniture â&#x20AC;˘ Household â&#x20AC;˘ Antiques

Drop leaf kitchen/dining table and 6 chairs, protected pads, good condition. $200 419-287-4720

â&#x20AC;˘ Antique Railroad Station Couch â&#x20AC;˘ Antique Sideboard â&#x20AC;˘ Guy Stuff â&#x20AC;˘ Refridgerator â&#x20AC;˘ Kitchen Stuff â&#x20AC;˘ Ham Radio Items

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Fire Pit- 30â&#x20AC;? Diameter, 1/8â&#x20AC;? Steel, Never Used, $50, 419-474-5629 Literider wheelchair- like brand new, used 8 months,(mostly indoors), foot plate lifts, battery charger included, asking $1,200.00. 419-704-7353

MAPLE TREES 4'-6' high, $5.00/ea. Call 419-836-9754 Tiffany lamp, 26â&#x20AC;? tall, 18â&#x20AC;? diameter shade-$200. 419-474-5629 Welder Arc Tank-w/accessories, Montgomery Wards-Best Offer. Neptune Mighty Mite Boat motor, 2HP-$125. Craftsman Chainsaw, 18â&#x20AC;? in case$75. 419-693-8804

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1987 Ditch Witch Back Hoe Trencher- with 2007 Trailer, good condition, 4 cylinder Wisconsin, 1180 hours, runs good and well maintained, ready to sell. $6,000. 419-693-9669

Home Grown Peaches- Elberta, Redhaven, Contender, Hale-Haven, Redkist, LIMITED SUPPLY! Call 419-277-0797 For Availability, (Mon-Sat, 9-7pm; Sun Noon-6pm), 3825 Corduroy Rd, Oregon, OH.

Medium Red Clover Stubble Hay, $1.00 Per Bale, You Load & Transport, 419-277-0797

A small in home business called Naturally by Kathleen specializes in teas, body care, health care, nutrition and many other items. I am doing appointments only, so each person can have my time to ask questions. All products are homemade here in my home. 419-750-4442

1979 Corvette & 2006 BMW X5, $11,000 Both. Call 419-754-0753 or 419-697-2203. 1989 Cadillac DeVille- 4 Door Brown Cordova Top V8, 212,000 Miles, $2,700 OBO, 419-862-3409 2007 Honda Civic, 2 dr. coupe, 135K, very well maintained, $5,200 OBO. 419-351-7804

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16' Native 2 man Kayak w/trailer, plus accessories. $1,100. Great for fishing or pleasure!! Call Bob 419902-3842 1988 Penn Yan, Mercury 4.3 I/O. Includes trailer, new canvas. $7,900. 419-386-9497 Bring in some extra cash with The Press ClassiďŹ eds. Reach over 34,116 homes and businesses in our 2 publications, plus our website.

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2002 32 ft. Jayco Eagle Summit 5th Wheel, 2 slide outs, $8,000/OBO 567-249-5677

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2006 Jayco Jay flight 28 foot RLSeverything works, normal wear, $6,800/OBO Bob 419-707-2645 Oak Harbor .

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2012 Sprinter- 27.5â&#x20AC;? bunkhouse, like new, $14,900. large slide out419-704-1274.

Apex Single Wheel Bicycle Cargo Trailer Brand New #BCT-8002

â&#x20AC;˘ Single16x1.75â&#x20AC;?rear wheel â&#x20AC;˘ Trailer hitch swivels so trailer tracks with bike â&#x20AC;˘ Universal hitch Ĺżts most 24â&#x20AC;? to 28â&#x20AC;? bicycles â&#x20AC;˘ Large 65 lb capacity â&#x20AC;˘ Large, waterproof cargo bag included; makes convenient backpack Asking $70

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2003 Honda VTX 1800CC Motorcycle, Like New! Trike Conversion 2017. 6,000 Miles, Must see! $7,400/OBO must sell do to health. 419-262-4787 CYCLEMAN We Repair Chinese Pocket Bikes, Scooters, and Mopeds, many parts available. Also repair motorcycles. Winter Hours: Some Thursday's, Friday & Saturday (11-5pm) Call to verify hours 419-244-2525

1997 Ram 350 club cab, 5.9 Cummins Diesel, 157k, 2wd, dually, set up for towing, has an auxiliary fuel tank, fifth wheel hitch and electric brake. $10,000/OBO. 419-309-7634 after 5pm.

The Village of Woodville is seeking a Full Time Ohio EPA Licensed Wastewater Operator QualiďŹ cations: Minimum Class I Wastewater Operator license and a Class B CDL(must be able to obtain) Salary: Negotiated based on experience and qualiďŹ cations. Applications: Available from 8:30am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4pm at the Municipal Bldg., 530 Lime St. Woodville, OH 43469 or on-line at www.villageofwoodville.com. Please return by August 15, 2017. Please call 419-849-3031 for job description details or questions.

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August 5 @ 10:00 AM 1610 Pemberville Rd. Northwood, Ohio 43619 This is going to be a huge auction! Totes of new items & collectibles.

John Deere 6600 Combine, low hours, 15' head with new pipe reels.$4,500/OBO 419-265-2457

3 Cuddly Kittens- all Black & White, Litter Trained, 8 Weeks Old & 1 Adult Male B&W Cat, $20 a piece, 419-944-8155

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OREGON 2405 Burnside 2408 Burnside August 4 & 5; (9-5)

"Gecko is hoping to hop into a fur-ever home for the last week of Lucas County Canine Care & Control's Christmas in July Adoption Promotion! This playful boy is about 2 years old and full of life, he is always happy to be by your side. He's a great size at about 35 pounds. If you are looking for an energetic pup to join your family, stop in at 410 S. Erie Street and meet Gecko! There are over 30 dogs waiting to meet you at Lucas County Canine Care & Control. You can visit any day of the week, MondayFriday 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM and Saturday-Sunday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Check them o u t o n l i n e , t o o ! Vi s i t www.lucascountydogs.com

Furniture: Sofa, chair & ottoman, double bedroom sets, end & coffee tables, cedar chest, bookcases, lamp-table, computer desk, entertainment center, quilt rack, small bakers rack & more. Household: Bissell Little green machine, Linens, throw pillows, lamps, dishes, small appliances (some new), 18 qt. roaster (new), stereo, Christmas dishes & more. Misc: VHS tapes, DVD's, CD's, tons of books, candles, tons of new all occasion cards, Christmas items, ceramic trees, yard dec. Collectibles: Cookie jars, slaw cutter, misc. glass, old meat saw, postcards, Winston Cup matches, Coca Cola Village, Zippo lighter, New: Huge amounts of all of these items - Hallmark orn., Holiday Barbie's, 16 Clothtique figures, Coca Cola items, Ty Babies, Mary Moo Moos, lunch boxes, collectible plates, Christmas miniatures & lights, animated figures, all types of holiday dec., Misc. New: White Diamond set, John Deere collectibles, Snow babies, outdoor projector, lg. outdoor dec., holiday dec., Christmas train, Christmas items, outdoor rugs, steins, yard chairs, fire pit, 4 tier shelf, Garage: Yard machine 4 Â˝ hp 21â&#x20AC;? snow blower, Gas grill, yard tools, electric hand tools, Craftsman leaf blower, battery charger & starter, jumper cables, 18 volt B&D blower & trimmer, workmate, new mail & paper box, Flex hose, hose & reel, yard cart, garden wagon.

Owner: Kane Durfey Ext. This is just a small listing, there will be much more. Items sold as is where is. No warranty! Go to Auctionzip.com # 4464, gotoauction.com # 1582 or www.belkofersauctionservice.com for complete list & pictures.

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Take notice that in accordance with Ohio Revised Code, the Charter of the City of Oregon and ordinances of record, provision is made to assess delinquent water and sewer charges due the City of Oregon. The Director of Public Service is authorized and has the right to certify delinquent water and sewer charges to the tax duplicate. The delinquent charges are on file in the office of the Finance Director and are open for public inspection at all reasonable times and to all persons interested, for the year 2016. The delinquent charges, including a penalty charge and added expenses shall be levied and assessed against the parcels of real estate of which said delinquencies were derived and will be certified to the County Auditor for collection on the tax duplicate. This notice is given pursuant to Ohio Revised Code and the Charter of the City of Oregon. By Order of City Council Kathleen Hufford, Finance Director

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INVITATION TO BIDDERS Sealed proposals will be received at the City of Northwood until 12:00 Noon Local Time, August 18, 2017, at which time they will be opened and read immediately thereafter for the: City of Northwood Municipal Building roofing replacement PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The proposed work consists of furnishing and installing a 50 mill single-ply membrane roofing system covering approximately 6500 sq. feet of a portion of the ƀat roof at the City of Northwood Municipal Building. A Roofing Specification sheet may be obtained and inspection arrangements may be made with the OWNER: City of Northwood, 6000 Wales Road, Northwood, OH 43619; phone 419-693-9327 or mobile 419-779-1925; E-mail - streets@ci.northwood.oh.us: Project Contact: Craig Meier, Public Works Director. A bid guarantee instrument must be submitted with the bid. The bid guarantee instrument shall be in the form of a Bid Guarantee and Contract Bond for the FULL AMOUNT of the bid or a certified check, cashier’s check, or irrevocable letter of credit for an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the bid in accordance with Section 153.54 of the Ohio Revised Code. The bid guarantee shall be made payable to the City of Northwood, Ohio, and is to be held as a guarantee that in the event the bid is accepted and a contract is awarded to the BIDDER, the contract will be duly executed and its performance properly secured. Bid security furnished in Bond form shall be issued by a Surety Company or Corporation licensed in the State of Ohio to provide said surety. Each proposal must contain the full name of the party or parties submitting the proposal and all persons interested therein. Each bidder must submit evidence of its experiences on projects of similar size and complexity. No bidder may withdraw his bid for a period of sixty (60) days after the scheduled closing time for the receipt of bids.

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Take notice that in accordance with Ohio Revised Code, the Charter of the City of Oregon and ordinances of record, provision is made to maintain drainage facilities in the City of Oregon. The Director of Public Service is authorized and directed to provide for the upkeep and maintenance of said drainage facilities. The record plats of Heritage Estates, Hickory Shores, Cardinal Estates, Park Place, Foxgate, Bay Meadows, Parkgelande, The Drake, The Vineyard, Haley Hollow 1 and Haley Hollow 2 subdivisions in the City of Oregon, state that all owners of lots in these plats will be subject to an assessment for the maintenance and repair of the Storm Water Pump Lift Stations in said subdivisions. Estimates therefore are on file in the office of the Finance Director and are open for public inspection at all reasonable times and to all persons interested, for the year 2016. The cost and expense of said maintenance shall be levied and assessed by the front foot upon lots in Heritage Estates, Hickory Shores, Park Place, Foxgate, Bay Meadows, Parkgelande, The Drake, The Vineyard, Haley Hollow 1 and Haley Hollow 2 Subdivisions and by area in Cardinal Estates Subdivision and will be certified to the County Auditor for collection on the tax duplicate. This notice is given pursuant to Ohio Revised Code and the Charter of the City of Oregon. By Order of City Council Kathleen Hufford, Finance Director

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INVITATION TO BID SEALED BIDS for the furnishing of the necessary materials and construction of the WATER BOOSTER PUMP STATION IMPROVEMENTS PHASE 2 VILLAGE OF GENOA, OHIO will be received by the Village of Genoa, Ohio at the office of the Village Administrator, 102 East Sixth Street, Genoa, Ohio 43430 until 12:00 Noon (Local Time) Tuesday, August 8th, 2017 and at that time and place will be publicly opened and read aloud. The scope of work consists of installing two (2) 15 hp variable frequency drives, removal of existing hydraulic actuated pump check valves, two (2) pump control valves, pipe insulation, LED lighting, and miscellaneous demolition work. The contract documents, including plans and specifications, are on file at the office of the Village of Genoa, Ohio and the Architect/ Engineer -- Poggemeyer Design Group, Inc. (PDG). The documents may be viewed and ordered online or obtained from Becker Impressions, 4646 Angola Road, Toledo, Ohio 43615, Telephone 419-385-5303, www.pdgplanroom.com for the cost of printing to be paid to the printing company at the time the documents are picked up. Shipping and tax charges are the bidder’s responsibility and payable directly to Becker Impressions. The Engineer for the Project is Poggemeyer Design Group, Inc., 1168 North Main Street, Bowling Green, Ohio 43402. All bids must be signed and submitted on the blanks which are bound in this booklet. Bids must state the unit prices in the blanks provided and be enclosed in a sealed envelope marked --- Water Booster Pump Station Improvements Phase 2 --- and addressed to the Village Administrator, 102 East Sixth Street, Genoa, Ohio 43430. The bid guaranty may be of two forms: 1. A Bid Guaranty and Contract Bond using the form in the Contract Documents. (The amount of the bid does NOT have to appear on this form.) 2. A certified check, cashier’s check or letter of credit in favor of the Village of Genoa, Ohio, in the amount of 10% of the bid. If the contract is awarded, a Contract Bond will be required, which is a 100% payment and performance bond. After the award of the contract let by competitive bid and prior to the time the contract is entered into, bidders shall submit the affidavit required under the Ohio Revised Code, Section 5719.042 that the bidder was not charged with any delinquent personal property taxes in Ottawa County, Ohio. The successful bidder will be required to pay not less than the minimum wage rates established by the Department of Industrial Relations of the State of Ohio. The Village of Genoa, Ohio reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any irregularity in any bid and to determine the lowest and best bidder. DOMESTIC STEEL USE REQUIREMENTS AS SPECIFIED IN SECTION 153.001 OF THE REVISED CODE APPLY TO THIS PROJECT. COPIES OF SECTION 153.001 OF THE REVISED CODE CAN BE OBTAINED FROM ANY OF THE OFFICES OF THE DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES. No bidder may withdraw his bid for a period of 60 days after the scheduled closing time for the receipt of bids. This project is being partially funded by the Ohio Public Works Commission (OPWC). The opinion of the probable cost of construction is $92,400. By Order of Kevin Gladden, Village Administrator

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NORTHWOOD BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS PUBLIC MEETING The Northwood Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, August 8, 2017 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: Case No. 0641: Antonio & Theresa Martinez, 2128 Maryland Pl., Northwood, Ohio 43619 are requesting a variance of 2’ to allow a 6’ privacy fence to be built in the rear of their property adjacent to the neighbors side yard. N.C.O. Section 1250.06(b)(3) Attest: Kimberly Vaculik Planning, Zoning & Economic Development Coordinator City of Northwood

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NOTICE OF CIVIL SERVICE TESTING The Northwood Civil Service Commission will administer the following examinations to update the Eligibility Lists for the City of Northwood: Accounts Payable (test on Tuesday, September 6, 2017 at 6:00 pm) , Tax Compliance Auditor (test on Wednesday, September 7, 2017 at 6:00 pm) , Utility Worker (test on Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at 6:00 pm) & Custodian (test on Thursday, September 14, 2017 at 6:00 pm). Interested candidates can find further information in reference to these examinations by going to the website for the City of Northwood (www.ci.northwood.oh.us) or picking up a copy of an application at the City of Northwood Municipal Building on or before Friday, August 25, 2017 at 4:00 p.m. An Equal Opportunity Employer

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JULY 31, 2017

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GET A GALLON OF SMITH’S MILK FOR 75¢ WITH A PURCHASE WITH OF A PURCHASE E PICK 5 OF PICK 5 PICK 5 FOR $19.99 FOR $19.99 9 for 19 Miller’s

Miller’s

Mix or Match!

All Items marked with a Pick 5 Sticker or shelf tag.

While Supplies Last! No Rainchecks!

Assorted Items Available!

Seaboard Farms S

Assorted A Pork Chops

$ 69 LB.

USDA Inspected

Boneless Ribeye Steaks

PICK 5 $699 for $1999

USDA Certified Omaha Hereford Beef

80% Ground Chuck Patties

$ 99

32 oz. Pkg.

LB.

July 31 - Aug. 6, 81% Ground 2017 Beef This Week Only! $279 USDA Certified Omaha Hereford Beef

Kellogg’s Cereals

$ 99

13.5- 18.7 oz. Box Raisin Bran (Selected Varieties), Or 14.3 - 18 oz. Box Mini Wheats (Selected Varieties)

LB.

Mix or Match! All Items marked with a Pick 5 Sticker or shelf tag. While Supplies Last! No Rainchecks! Assorted Items Available!

Charmin Bath Tissue

USDA Certified Omaha Hereford Beef

12 Double Rolls Or 6 Mega Rolls Selected Varieties

Bone In Ribeye Steaks

$ 99

Or Bounty Paper Towels 6 Big or 8 Regular Rolls Selected Varieties

799

Honey or Mesquite Turkey Breast

LB.

Found Only at Miller’s

Miller’s Pecan Sticky Buns 6 Ct. Pkg.

Gallon

LB.

Seaboard Farms

Bone In Center Cut Pork Chops

199

LB.

Joe’s Pick of the Week

Fresh

Whole Red Ripe Seedless Watermelon

$ 99

Dutch Farms Orange Juice

99 EA.

NEW CROP!

California Bartlett Pears

LB.

Dannon Light & Fit, Regular Or Fruit On The Bottom Yogurt

10/$

Selected Varieties 5.29 - 5.3 oz.

Smith’s Milk All Varieties Gallon

$ 99

Double coupons up to 50¢ everyday. Thurs., Fri., Sat. up to $1 total value. (Example 55¢-99¢ =$1.00) Senior Citizen’s Discount 5% on Tuesday, excluding alcohol, tobacco and gas. Prices good July 31 - Aug. 6, 2017.

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