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Home demolitions, or rather the lack of demolitions, in East Toledo brought out distraught residents when Lucas County Land Bank executive director Cindy Geronimo arrived to speak to the East Toledo Club. Over 40 residents jammed into the East Toledo Senior Center at Navarre Park expressing concerns over nuisance homes that have been a menace to the neighborhood, in some cases, for a decade. One man said, “I invested in my home on the east side 13 years ago and my branch manager over here from the bank will attest to that I invested again this year. After years, I’ve looked at three (dilapidated) properties on my street — one of them I see right outside my front door and one of them I see right outside my back door. That’s what I get to look at, and another one is two doors down next do my daughter who has a newborn baby, (and that house) has been burned down.” The man continued by saying he repeatedly telephoned the city’s nuisance abatement line, and nothing came of it. Another woman talked about a garage that had burned three years ago and still stood, despite her attempts of repeatedly calling the city’s nuisance abatement hotline. Story after story followed from local residents until one man became raucous, blaming the whole housing situation on the banking industry and faulty loans. Geronimo explained that the Lucas County Land Reutilization Corporation (or land bank), a community improvement corporation created to strengthen neighborhoods by returning vacant and abandoned properties to productive use, seeks to alleviate the situation. In July this year, the land bank was awarded a $3.6 million grant from the Ohio Attorney General. With matching funds from the City of Toledo, the land bank has $6.8 million available through December 2013. Geronimo said in 2011, the first year of the land bank’s existence, 50
age our citizens to ask good questions and know exactly what they’re signing up for. They can do what they want. But we do get a lot of calls. It is a challenge,” he said. Councilman Jerry Peach said he had recently learned of the natural gas salesmen in the city. He also noted that there are two men associated with the proposed gas fired electrical generating plant doing an assessment of historic architectural structures. “They are driving around, taking pictures. This is just one of the steps that is necessary in the permitting process. If anyone [on council] is contacted by the public about a light gray Suburban driven by a couple of individuals taking pictures within a three mile radius of the plant, it’s
probably those individuals,” said Peach. Beazley said the assessment is needed to show that the plant “will not be in an inappropriate location.” “I think they will find it will fit in well with our industrial section of Oregon,” said Beazley. Known as the Oregon Clean Energy (OCE) project, the power plant would convert clean natural gas to electricity and will be constructed just south of the BP Husky Refinery, between Wynn and Lallendorf roads. Councilman Sandy Bihn asked Beazley if salesmen need permits to go door to door in the city. Beazley said they have to file applications with the city beforehand. “And we do a record check,” said Beazley. “Before you can go door to door, we do have the authority to reject companies and individuals. We reject people with criminal records. We rejected the application of one company because we felt they were not complying with our rules. They had some problems with `after hour’ issues, the time of day they’re allowed to knock on the door, where they can go. Oregon has a fairly reasonable rule on that. It is not something we are perfect at. We can’t make many value judgments about what they’re selling. But public awareness is good.” Peach said the requirement has been
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homes in East Toledo were identified and three were demolished. She explained that number was low because the land bank was laying a foundation. In 2012, she said there were nine home demolitions in East Toledo, including four scheduled this month and 60 more in the spring. In partnership with the city, she expects close to 900 county wide will be identified for demolition by the land bank each year, which is about half of the 1,800 vacant and abandoned homes that have become nuisance properties. She expects about 600 per year to be demolished, double the 300 per year the city was demolishing before the land bank was created. She said the city is still doing demolitions, including fire and other emergency demolitions. “Lot of frustration” There are currently close to 100 homes in East Toledo now identified for demolition, but they have to go through an administrative process that could include an appeal from the landowner. She said the complete process typically takes six months, but some have been completed in five months. “It’s a fluid list that keeps changing,” Geronimo said. “Right now, I can tell you that of the 60 homes we have (to be demolished in East Toledo this spring), some of them may come off because of an appeal. “We really want to work these processes out,” Geronimo continued. “We’re really just here trying to get a handle on the processes and figure out the best way to get it out to the public. Everybody has had to change the way we work and it’s taken a lot of resources. We’ve had to change the way we work. “I’ve been in government my whole entire career and I will say, in government sometimes it can take a long time to get things done. (At-large Councilman) Shaun (Enright), (Mike) Craig, and myself — we all live in the same neighborhoods we grew up in,” the director added, “and you know there is a lot of crime and there are a lot of things that need to be fixed. “Collectively, we are trying to get things done. Hopefully, after taking down 900 homes we can make a difference in the community. There is a lot of frustration. I’m there and I see how hard it is to make changes.” Each home identified is inspected by nuisance abatement code enforcement officials from the city. Geronimo said even if
Photography major Averia Dunbar takes a look at the exhibit “Rock On: Photographs by Baron Wolman.” at Owens Community College’s Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. Wolman was Rolling Stone Magazine's first chief photographer. The exhibit, which includes rock album art, will run until March 28th. (Press photo by Ken Grosjean) they are not slated for demolition, they will be cited for nuisance and she promises the land bank “will find out what’s going on with that property.” Geronimo said the land bank is focusing mostly on demolitions now because of the grant from the Ohio attorney general’s office. Continued funding for the program comes through an increase in the interest rate charged delinquent property taxpayers. County Treasurer Wade Kapsukiewicz estimates annual revenue at $1.5 million. Some homes are being resold by the land bank. Geronimo said five have been sold this year with one still available for purchase. If you are a Lucas County homeowner that lives next to a vacant lot that shares a common boundary, you may be able to purchase that lot for $100 under its side lot program, as long as you are current in your taxes and meet other specifications. Otherwise, a property will cost at least $250. If you purchase a home, Geronimo said you must show that you have at least $10,000 available for reinvestment. When the land bank acquires the property, all previously owed property taxes are waived, and when it comes to a new owner, it will
have a clean title. Geronimo said the land bank is also seeking out commercial properties for renovation or demolition. Geronimo said the land bank is trying to find out what’s going on with the historic Masonic Building on Main Street, which since 2007 has had a fence around it so residents have had to walk on the street to get around the building. The fence was put up apparently because of building material falling from several stories above. They also hope to tackle commercial brownfields. “With any of the brownfields that exist, we’ve talked to the University of Toledo to do environmental remediation,” Geronimo said. Geronimo and District 3 councilman Mike Craig explained that environmental remediation is basically using plants that will remediate a brownfield. “That’s a passive way to clear a brownfield,” Craig said, “and maybe after 10 years of cleaning the land it can be rezoned maybe commercial or residential.” To report homes or commercial property, Cindy Geronimo can be reached at 419-213-4293 weekdays from 8:30 a.m.4:30 p.m.
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Rob Weaver has been a senior carpentry instructor at Penta Career Center for 16 years. Every year Penta students take on a major project in order to gain experience for careers as electricians, masons and carpenters, to name a few. “We usually build a house every year,” Weaver said, “and this year the house (project) fell through at the last minute. We were left, for the first time in 40-some years, without a house to build.” Enter Penta Superintendent Ron Matter, who approached Eastwood Schools Superintendent Brent Welker about a possible project for the Penta students to undertake in the Eastwood district. “Our superintendent talked with Brent Welker, who had a house built by Penta,” Weaver said. “We built (football coach) Jerry Rutherford’s house, too.” When Eastwood’s new soccer building, a 45x35-foot structure that will house concessions, restrooms, a storage area and a press box, is completed, Penta students will have done most of the work. Former Eastwood basketball coach Todd Henline is in charge of the construction crew. “We started in early November and (construction) will run through the end of the school year,” Weaver said. “We’d like to be totally completed by then. I never feel on schedule, but we’re moving well. We’re doing OK. This next stretch in January will tell a lot. We found a product to put on the roof sheathing, so we don’t have to shingle it until April.” Eastwood Athletic Director Chris Fahim said he hopes to have the building open to the school district by the start of soccer season next fall. “So far, so good,” he said. “They’ve laid the foundation and they’re starting to get the structure up. The kids have done a great job working through the weather and it’s shaping up nicely. It’s win-win for us. We’re getting this new facility and the Penta students are getting the experience out of it. They weren’t doing a house this year, so they were looking into doing some construction. We talked with them quite a few times and came up with blueprints, and now we have a structure going up.” Eastwood will also have two new buildings behind the baseball and softball backstops. They are 10x10, one-story structures that should be ready by the start of the spring sports season, according to Fahim. “They will house a small concession stand and a tiny press box,” he said. “There was nothing there before that. We would get trailers and put them back there. Now we have a permanent structure and our baseball and softball programs can take ownership.” Phil Donaldson, director of operations for the Eastwood School District, said the soccer facility is mostly being paid for from private donations. He said the donors have
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The Benton-Carroll-Salem school board has given superintendent Guy Parmigian authorization to begin the process for selling the Graytown Elementary School building. Board members voted last week to give Parmigian permission to sell the building. The school board voted in December 2011 to close Carroll and Graytown elementary schools as part of a costcutting plan. Benton Township trustees have had informal discussions with the school board about purchasing the building but as of last week hadn’t made any decision to proceed or not, said Gary Gregg, who chairs the board of trustees.
Committee assignment Marquise Pitts and T.J. Downs (standing), of Penta's Construction and Remodeling Class, apply an adhesive to the structure at Eastwood's new soccer complex being constructed behind the middle school. (Press photo by Ken Grosjean) chosen to remain anonymous. “It’s not costing a lot (for taxpayers),” he said. “We’re still taking in some donations, so I don’t know what it’s going to cost the school. It’s being built by Penta, so there’s no labor (costs) involved. Secondyear carpentry kids are building this. It’s slow going because they’re coming from Penta every day. There are morning and afternoon classes, so it’s a slow process. They don’t have eight-hour (work) days.” Donaldson said the plumbing will be done by Bob’s Plumbing, of Luckey, Ohio. Weaver said 100 students, ages 16-18, have been working on the soccer facility. He said his class consists of about 20 students, and all of the students are working in “two-hour chunks.” “The commute from Penta is about 17 miles,” Weaver said. “We’re doing basically
four hours a day. Right now we probably have 40 kids a day. The remodelers built a couple structures at the ball field and are just about wrapped up.” He added that Penta’s construction courses generally get about 10 students a year from the Eastwood school district. “Construction courses tend to get solid students from Eastwood,” he said. “I don’t have any this year, but that’s rare. Usually I have two or three and they’re generally all really solid. Those kids just grow up with a good work ethic. We’re always looking for future projects. We have next year’s project, but we’re looking to line things up two years out if possible.” Superintendent Brent Welker said over Christmas break, the district approved a $3,000 donation from Pemberville residents Dave and Vicki Bruning for the soccer building.
Grant to fund feasibility study The State of Ohio Department of Development, through its Local Government Innovation Fund, has awarded the Lucas County Clerk of Courts and the Wood County Clerk of Courts a grant in the amount of $90,000 to fund a feasibility study to design and evaluate an all-encompassing document imaging system between Lucas and Wood counties that could eventually integrate 20 additional counties in Northwest Ohio. The primary goal is to provide a regional approach to providing services among neighboring counties, and to provide a greater level of efficiency and access to public documents for taxpayers.
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With the resignation of Dan Wilczynski as mayor of Walbridge, the village avoided what would likely have been a costly court battle had the former mayor or members of council decided to pursue legal action. Council voted 4-2 in December to seek an outside legal opinion on whether the mayor was violating the Ohio Revised Code by missing too many meetings of council. “Our village council hired outside counsel to get a declaration on whether that applied to mayors,” Wilczynski said Tuesday. “They came back to Brian Ballenger (village solicitor) with an opinion that said they think it applies. There is at least one court case. Brian said I could probably fight this but the village is going to have to pay for both sides. He said council is against you and they’re going to continue to push this. So I basically said I didn’t want the village to pay for lawyers to fight this.” Section 3.17 of the general provision section of the code reads: “Any member of a board, commission, council, board of trustees of an institution of higher education, or other public body of the state, except a member of the general assembly or a judge of any court in the state, who fails to attend at least three-fifths of the regular and special meetings held by that board, commission, council, board of trustees, or public body during any two-year period forfeits the member’s position on that board, commission, council, board of trustees, or public body.” The law went into effect in September 1997. Wilczynski was re-elected to the mayor’s office in November 2011 in a three-way
Walbridge residents who’d like to be considered for two vacant seats on village council should submit letters of interest to Jan Sawaya, council president. Letters can be mailed to the Walbridge Municipal Building, 111 N. Main Street, Walbridge, O. 43465; or faxed to 419-6618458 or by email to: clerkofcourt@bizwoh. rr.com to Sawaya’s attention. The seats became vacant when Dan Wilczynski forfeited the mayor’s seat and council president Ed Kolanko assumed the office and Pat Fox resigned his council seat. Sawaya was elected by her peers to be council president when Kolanko rerace. His absences were an issue as he had to travel out of town frequently for his job in the private sector but Wilczynski said he kept in contact with the administrative staff via cell phone, email, and faxes and his presence at the council meetings wasn’t crucial to the day-to-day operations of the village. Village council last May approved appointing Ken Frost, the police chief, as part-time administrator in addition to his duties as chief. Members of council usually fell into a predictable pattern when voting on whether or not to excuse the former mayor’s absences from the meetings, with Fred Sloyer, Sue Hart-Douglas, and Jan Sawaya voting to not excuse and Pat Fox and Nathan Eikost voting to excuse him. Council President Ed Kolanko would vote to excuse when the mayor would alert him to his travel
signed his seat to become mayor. Council has 30 days to fill the vacancies, otherwise the mayor will be required to appoint someone. Fox’s resignation from council is effective Jan. 14 and Kolanko’s is Jan. 16. Appointees will fill the duration of the terms, which expire at the end of 2013. Wilczynski forfeited the mayor’s seat after council received a legal opinion that Ohio law requires members of public bodies to attend at least three-fifths of their meetings over a two-year period. His private sector job required him to be out of town often. plans before a meeting, otherwise he voted against. But Kolanko, who, as council president, assumed some responsibilities of the mayor when he was out of town, said during the summer the absences were “getting out of hand.” Between Jan. 4 and June 20 of last year, Wilczynski missed seven regular council meetings and two special meetings. He missed four regular meetings and one special meeting in the last half of the year, according to meeting minutes, Council holds two regular meetings each month. Last week, Kolanko said the absences were hampering communications between Wilczynski and council during the budget process for 2013. “There are a lot of good things, and I think council would agree, that Dan has done for the village throughout his time as
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mayor. But obviously his work, his family, his personal life have taken him outside of being available in the village. The law is the law and we all took an oath of office to follow the laws of the State of Ohio,” Kolanko said. Kolanko assumes the mayor’s post with the resignation and said council will begin the process of filling his vacant council seat and that of Pat Fox, who was critical of the decision to seek the legal opinion on the absences, and also resigned. Fox’s letter of resignation, dated Jan. 12, states “…I feel I am no longer part of the team.” Council has 30 days to fill the vacant seats, Kolanko said. Wilczynski, a former member of village council, assumed the mayor’s office in 2003 when his predecessor, Rob Robson, resigned the office. Last week he said he was proud of the village’s effort to retain and attract businesses during his terms as mayor and to lessen much of the negative media coverage of the village.
Genoa Schools’ new emergency plan ‘hand book‘ in effect Clay Township Police Chief Terry Mitchell had some harsh words about school safety for about 100 parents and residents gathered at Genoa High School. “I hate to sound morbid,” Mitchell warned the attentive crowd Jan. 9 in the auditorium, “but someone, somewhere is planning a shooting.” Less than 12 hours later, the blunt but honest statement rang hauntingly true. A teen-ager walked into Taft Union High School in California with a shotgun and critically shot a fellow student before being disarmed by a teacher. Two days later, a man with a pistol who was embroiled in a domestic situation tried to hide from police in a crowded movie theater in California. Luckily, he was the only one injured in the standoff. Genoa school officials had called the meeting to reiterate the fine points of its relatively new school emergency response program called ALICE (Alert Lockdown Inform Counter Evacuate) in the wake of the Sandy Hook Elementary massacre a month ago in Connecticut. The Genoa district is the first Ottawa County district to use the ALICE program, which employs a number of techniques, including teaching and empowering teachers, staff and students caught up in an emer-
gency situation to make quick decisions as well as urging evacuation over lockdown, if possible. The evacuation route takes students along Genoa-Clay Center Road to two safe havens in Genoa. Students have watched training videos at school and practice lockdowns monthly but not evacuations. The hope, administrators said, is that students become familiar with the procedure and lessen fears and anxieties. And in the event of a real lockdown, students and staff will be told via intercom and other in-house communication systems the reason it is happening, assistant principal Cari Buehler said. “It didn’t used to be that way,” she added. In the old hand book used by the district, in the event of a shooting, the recommended action was to “hit the deck, cover your head and close your eyes,” Mitchell said. “And they should have added ‘pray’,” the chief stressed as he highlighted the old procedure. The ALICE program, Mitchell and Buehler both insist, also applies to everyday life at malls, churches and other venues. Safety is everybody’s responsibility.
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Genoa students ‘Pay It Forward’ to open hearts By Cynthia L. Jacoby Special to the Suburban Press news@presspublications.com A “Pay It Forward” program at Genoa High School looks to open students’ wallets, hearts and minds to the plights of others. The three-year-old fundraising program fashioned around the holiday season was introduced by Genoa High School assistant principal Cari Buehler. This year, the event raised more than $4,500 in cash, gift cards and presents that were given to 17 needy students at the high school prior to Christmas break either through the Ottawa County Holiday Bureau or a private meeting with Buehler to ensure anonymity. “For some of these kids, these stockings full of gifts were the only Christmas they got,” Buehler said. “I don’t think the kids realized before that there are that many families struggling within the school district. I really wish the high school students could see the result of what they do. When I give them the stockings some of them cry, some are speechless, some are even shocked. The one said, ‘I’ve never had anyone do this for me.’” All the high school students participate in the five-day event in December, even the recipients, who at the time are unaware of the gifts to come. Buehler kicked off the program with an assembly aimed at inspiring students for the charitable cause. The gathering included a video designed by staff member Matt Hirt and students Brandon Houle, Patricia Phalin, Marissa Crosby and Haley Plantz. This year, the video contained a letter from a student who helped raise funds the first year and then found his family life drastically worse less than a year later. The stocking and gifts meant more than he could say, he wrote. “That’s the purpose of the assembly. I try to make them laugh, cry, be humble and empower them to do something,” Buehler said. The increased use of social media has distanced many students from personal interaction known in years past, she added. “I really try to spark emotion,” the assistant principal explained. The remaining four days consist of a slew of fundraising activities concentrated on having fun while raising money for a good cause. Students raised cash by wearing sweatpants, baking and purchasing baked goods and buying tickets to win a multitude of gift cards and prizes. This year also included a dodgeball tournament where teams earned their way in by raising funds for the entry fee. Those seven teams (consisting of 70 students) and one staff team squared off in competition Jan. 10. The winning team was made up of students Seth Morrison, Jacob Fejes, Nate Moore, Mike Snider, Drew Keenan, Max Reeder, Jay Nino and Tyler Baird. The goal is to raise enough money to fill the stockings full of goodies, a meat voucher, a Visa gift card and photo album filled with various gasoline, grocery and necessity gift cards to lighten the load during the holiday season, Buehler said. The FFA organization, which built the fake fireplace where the 17 stockings hung during the fundraisers, this year also provided fleece blankets emblazoned with Comets. The giving extended beyond the walls of the high school. Riverside Machinery, Brunner Campus Quilter’s Group, Jay’s Body Shop, Genoa Bank and several local families gave donations to the cause. The response has been especially touching for Buehler. And just because the holidays are over, doesn’t mean the need goes away. Extra donations are tucked away to help extremely needy families over the Easter holiday. If you want to know more about the Pay It Forward program or have a donation, contact Buehler at the high school. The school district number is 419-855-7741.
Navy Seabees push museum project further By J. Patrick Eaken Press Staff Writer news@presspublications.com The Harbor View Historical Society, which began a soft opening of its museum in the former Harbor View Missionary Baptist Church at 2083 Autokee St. in Oregon, is getting closer to having its campus completed. Last week, U.S. Navy Seabees volunteered their time to raze a nearby home purchased by the historical society. The new land will join the former church property to create a one-and-a-half acre campus, said the society’s program manager, 30-year Navy veteran and Chief Warrant Officer Michael Joseph. The society purchased the adjoining house and property through the Lucas County Land Reutilization Corporation (or land bank), a community improvement corporation designed to strengthen neighborhoods by returning vacant and abandoned properties to productive use. The purchase and renovation of this new adjoining property is the second phase of the historical society’s development of its campus. “Initially, in December 2010, the Harbor View Historical Society presented to the planning commission of Oregon that that was going to be a park and it also was necessary as part of the entire project. After last week, we now own that property,” Joseph said. “Now, we have the entire footprint. The entire campus is acquired and we are able to start running ahead after we’ve been telling people what we are going to do and what it’s going to look like in the long run,” Joseph continued. “The new property is a swale area to collect the water from the footprint of the museum. We needed that for zoning and regulation, so it’s going to be a park.” Joseph said the park will be given a name which has a historical significance from an event that took place there in July 1947, but the historical society must get permission from the family before releasing the name. Once the property is done and the name finalized, a dedication ceremony will be held. Joseph wants those involved with the
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If someone wanted to find out, ‘Well, what is the end product going to be?’ That is how we are operating — it will be a place where students from the university can come and study. Oregon-Jerusalem Historical Society to know that the Harbor View society is there to be supportive of their activities as well. “We are not replacing the Oregon-Jerusalem Historical Society,” Joseph said. “We support that organization. We are a different training opportunity for students and we are still making contact with the University of Toledo. We’ve got a soft contact with the university to have their history students come down and do an internship with us, and that’s different than the Oregon-Jerusalem Historical Society. We are going to be more about education, which was the original statement from way back. “That’s part of the museum. A lot of our people are with the boy scouts and with the United States Navy, and I am an assistant clinical professor at the University of Toledo. It’s always been about education and training and we’re happy that the Navy came out and gave us a hand.” Koshare Indian Museum Joseph added that the Harbor View society plans to model its organization after the Koshare Indian Museum, which was created by Boy Scouts of America in La Junta, Colorado in 1933.
“If someone wanted to see what the original plan we had from five or six years ago is going to look like and how it’s going to operate, we have a template that I can honestly tell everybody now that we have developed,” Joseph said. “If you look at their website (KoshareHistory.org) and how they were created, we are following line by line that project. “It was a boy scout troop, just like the boy scouts are involved in the Harbor View Historical Society. We are going to have an explorer post here. They (Koshare) are now linked with the university there and have been for around 40 years,” Joseph continued. “If somebody wanted to find out, ‘Well, what is the (Harbor View) end product going to be?’ That is how we are operating — it will be a place where students from the university can come and study, kids (scouts) can spend the night if they are traveling across America, and they can put a sleeping bag on the floor and get up the next morning and leave. That’s the whole thing about the Koshare Indian Museum and how we will fund ourselves.” Officials with the Harbor View society last year announced the appointment of Samuel J. Bonifas as its first president. Bonifas was selected in part due to his experience managing historical and genealogical societies throughout Ohio, says Joseph. Bonifas has memberships in the Ohio Genealogical Society and he has served as president and vice president of the Allen County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society. Bonifas is also a member of the Delphos Miami Erie Canal Commission. In addition, a charitable organization called The Last Patrol will have an office adjoining the historical society’s museum. John Nowakowski, who heads the charity, has been working for 10 years to bring a Navy ship to Toledo that will be docked permanently. “He is going to bring a ship to Toledo for the United States Navy Sea Cadets. Right now, they’ve been looking at multiple different ships. They’ll use it as a museum and also as a training platform,” Joseph said. “This is a developing story in the City of Oregon that’s getting bigger and wider.” Those interested in helping out may contact Bonifas at 419-236-6924.
Contractor meeting for Woodmore project set By Larry Limpf News Editor news@presspublications.com The project manager overseeing the construction of a new elementary school building in the Woodmore district anticipates contract bidding for water and sewer line installation and other utilities to begin by the end of March. Jake Miller, of Touchstone CPM, Lima, said bids for actual construction of the building will be advertised by June. An open house for contractors interested in the project is scheduled for Feb. 14 at 4 p.m. in Woodmore Elementary School, 708 W. Main Street, Woodville. The bidding process, subcontractor bid categories, bonding and insurance, as well as the scope of the project are on the agenda for the meeting, Miller said. Woodmore voters last year approved a bond issue that will provide about $15.7
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ing but even with the prospect of leveraging OSFC funding for construction costs, voters didn’t approve a bond issue until last March. The board cited costs such as $21,000 to repair a wall above the auditorium and $60,782 for roof repairs in their campaign to promote the third bond issue. The new building will house pre-kindergarten through the eighth grade. The bond issue that passed was scaled back from the issue defeated in November 2011 that included almost $5 million in projects that wouldn’t have been covered by OSFC funds, including an auditorium at a wing of the high school in Elmore. John Fernbaugh, who was superintendent when the bond issue passed, said the removal of the auditorium and other renovations that would have required local funds may have swayed some voters. The architect for the project is Stough & Stough Architects, Sylvania.
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Heavy rain strains drainage systems By Larry Limpf News Editor news@presspublications.com Heavy rain and melting snow dealt a one-two punch last weekend to the northeast corner of Wood County where workers of the Northwestern Water and Sewer District were forced to set up additional pumps. Dan Wickard, the district’s superintendent, said crews were battling unusually heavy storm flows in the region. “Saturated, thawing ground from melting snow and heavy rains infiltrated the district’s sanitary sewer system in Northwood, Millbury, Rossford, and areas for Perrysburg Township and Lake Township,” he said. Crews set up additional pumping at nine locations in the north end of the county over the weekend to help alleviate over-
loaded stations that pump flows to regional plants of Toledo, Perrysburg, and Oregon. Wickard said the heavier storms appeared to track northeast across the county, forcing storm flows from sump pumps and downspouts into the sanitary system. Lake Township trustee Richard Welling met with residents of the Freedom Estates subdivision near Bradner Road on Sunday where the rain was causing Ayers Creek to overflow, flooding a catch basin on a nearby undeveloped lot in the subdivision. Welling and Mark Hummer, township administrator, returned to assess the situation last Monday. Welling said the overloaded drainage system in the subdivision caused the sump pumps of some residents to quit working. January has kept water and sewer district crews busy. The prior weekend a 6-inch water main in the Village of Walbridge business district
along Main Street broke. Jerry Greiner, executive director of the district, estimated the repairs cost about $3,000, including overtime pay, having the portable appropriate equipment, and paying Toledo for the lost water. The district encounters about 65 water leaks of aging underground lines a year, he said. “Rising and falling temperatures cause the ground to shift fracturing older, frail waterlines,” Greiner said. “We map these breaks and compare the age of the lines to determine when and where to replace the lines with new. As well, we have replaced several miles of smaller sized 4-inch lines to improve the overall distribution to the area.” He said there was no property damage to buildings because of the leak in Walbridge.
Police Beats Lake Twp. – Angelina Knisely, 46, Northwood, was charged Jan. 10 with passing a bad check after she allegedly tried to make a purchase with a check on a closed account. • Matthew B. Prufert, 50, was charged with inducing panic Jan. 9 after a manager of the Owens Lake Court apartment complex reported what appeared to be a grenade in Prufert’s apartment. Police said the grenade, which was a toy, was rigged with wires. • A 42-inch TV, a 15-inch TV, a 32-inch TV, digital camera, and jewelry were reported stolen Jan. 12 from a residence in the 2000 block of MolineMartin Road. • Two vehicles parked on Alexander Drive were reportedly broken into Jan. 13. A GPS unit, IPod speaker, and tools were reported stolen. • A 1999 Chevy Venture that was reported stolen Jan. 13 from an Alexander Rive residence was recovered the next day in Toledo.
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Eastwood families hosting 11 students from China By J. Patrick Eaken Press Staff Writer news@presspublications.com Eastwood Superintendent Brent Welker said “there was a buzz at the middle school Monday morning in anticipation of the arrival of several exchange students from China.” Eleven Chinese students, ages 12 to 13, will attend classes and participate in activities throughout the area for three weeks. It is the first time Eastwood has had middle school exchange students. They were joined by Chinese teacher and chaperone Liping Niu (pictured on front page), who likes learning to speak the English language and vacationing with family. She is staying with the Dennis family. On Tuesday, the school held a pep rally to introduce the Chinese youngsters to the student body. Each student received an Eastwood Eagles t-shirt and tote bag. On Wednesday, they were taken to Maumee Bay State Park. This week, they will be introduced at a board meeting and their visit will conclude with a ceremony on Jan. 31, which will also be attended by Chinese school administrators. The Chinese contingent was brought here through the work of Valerie Virag, regional director for American Cultural Exchange Service (ACES). Virag operates out of her home in Oregon, Ohio, where she overseas scholarship arrangements for foreign exchange students arriving from 56 countries. “They hook people up here and they have connections all over in Europe, and China, and all over the world. They bring students over here for high school exchange, which is all year round, or for this, which is just a couple weeks,” Eastwood Middle School Principal John Obrock said. They are not only taking classes, they are being tested. Some of the students found themselves taking tests with their American counterparts the first week they arrived. “They are participating in school classes every day, not just observing,” Virag said. “We told them they are being graded on their participation and their English skills. They will even participate in some of the sports, too. They are participating in practices, which I think is amazing. “Their host families have just been so warm and wonderful to them, and just nurturing them like they were their own children. You could not ask for better families to take them under their wings.”
Chinese middle school students with their mentors in front of Eastwood Middle School. (Photo courtesy of Valerie Virag) The 11 students are Jinhaochong Wang, age 12, (likes calligraphy, table tennis, chess; hosted by Schuerman family; student mentors are Emma and Nick); Yuyan Kang, 12, (basketball drawing, skating; Dennis family; mentor is Jack Chappuies); Jiamin Lyu, 12, (basketball, swimming, U.S. football; Slattman family; Hunter and Gavin); Hongrui Zhang, 12, (clarinet, soccer, running, basketball; Hirzel family; Grant Hirzel); Junbo Zhao, 12, (saxophone, football, basketball; Zatko family; Jacob Zatko); Wentao Yu, 12, (tennis, basketball, volleyball; Frobose family; Logan Frobose); Yiyang Cheng, 13, (soccer, camping, computers; Corns family; Logan Baugher); Haoran Li, 13, (basketball, saxophone, soccer; DeWese family; Colin DeWese); Yue Ni, 12, (basketball, golf, horse riding; Stone family; Tori Martin Crosby); Xinrong Suo, 12, (violin, piano, reading; Bair family; Megan Melcher); and Jingyi Hao, 12, (Chinese Zither, drawing, swimming; Richards family; Catherine Was). “These kids are so amazing and they are so interested in our school system and our area,” Virag said. “This Chinese middle schoolers are unique to Eastwood — it’s the first time they’ve had middle school students and they are so thrilled about it — both my students and the school’s kids. “They are beyond excitement,” Virag continued. “Not one of them is having a homesick moment because they are so thrilled to be here and so busy. The host families over at Eastwood took them to the basketball game the night that they got here,
and they have just been so busy with them. “They are from a very small province and they don’t usually let them leave the country, but I do have a group of administrators coming from their school arriving on the 27th and they will be staying at Maumee Bay State Park for a week. I’ll be taking them around and showing them the area so that we can continue this program throughout this northwestern Ohio area in future years.” Fierce competition Virag said Rossford Exempted Schools is also participating with Chinese middle school students this year, and Clay and Genoa have in recent years. Eastwood has had Chinese foreign exchange students at the high school, but never the middle school. Virag said it is not easy for them to be chosen to come to America. She was surprised that not a single visa was turned down, however. “The first year we did this, not one of them got turned down, which was amazing because they never get approved 100 percent. These kids, now knowing that this program is in existence, they are really beefing up their English skills because it’s a competition to get to come over here,” Virag said. “There are 2,000 kids in their school, and only 21 got to come this year, so you can imagine they are taking extra classes in English. First, they have to volunteer to come and then they have to compete, so if there are 100 that sign up, they have to compete with their English to be able to
come over.” Welker, in speaking to one of the Chinese student’s teachers, said he was told that after middle school is completed in China, tests are given and the top 10 percent of students move on to high school. “Those students who do not attend our equivalent of high school will receive other kinds of training to become employable in the workforce,” Welker wrote in his weekly community email. “From there, roughly 50 percent will ever get into college. With that comes a great deal of stress. Can you imagine the pressure on kids and parents when life begins to close doors for you at the age of 14? On the flip side, students are very serious, and it shows on their achievement levels. “It is very easy to become jaded and resistant to the often ham-handed attempts by policymakers to drive up test scores. They see the gaps in the performance of our students internationally, and they are concerned with America’s position in the global marketplace. Not everything that a child learns can be measured on tests, however, you cannot ignore the academic results of students around the world who attend school for more hours and more days than American students. I think we need to find a balance that raises academic goals for our kids while maintaining that creative and independent mind that has made America great. We are competing on a global scale, and for the next couple of weeks, our students will get a look at the competition. We hope it is a great cultural exchange where both sides walk away better for the experience.”
Local man had first-hand view of 1965 Inauguration By Tammy Walro Press Staff Writer twalro@presspublications.com The celebration of Barack Obama’s second inauguration will be held Monday, Jan. 21 – which is also a national holiday honoring Dr. Martin Luther King – so, many Americans may have the day off and be able to watch the festivities. Many more can log on and watch on their computers or smartphones. President Obama will actually take the oath of office for his second term at 11:55 a.m. on Sunday in the Blue Room of the White House. According to inauguralscholar.com, the 20th Amendment to the Constitution changed the beginning of a presidential term from March 4 to January 20, requiring that the President and Vice President be sworn in on that day. When Jan. 20 falls on a Sunday, as it does this year, precedent determines that a private swearing-in ceremony be held for
the President and Vice President on Sunday to fulfill the requirements of the Constitution. Large crowds and international media coverage are expected for Monday’s public ceremony, which will be held on the National Mall. Crowds flocking to Washington, Jim Clark D.C. to watch inauguration ceremonies are nothing new. Back on Jan. 20, 1965, an estimated 1.2 million attended the inauguration of President Lyndon B. Johnson – a record holder for any event held at the National Mall until the Obama inauguration in 2009. Area native L. Cpl. Jim Clark had an “up-close-and-personal” view of the festivities.
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Clark, a Marine stationed at Quantico, Va., drove a Toledo-made Kaiser Jeep in the Inaugural Parade, getting a clear view of President Johnson as they passed the reviewing stand. (Fun fact: During the parade, LBJ took his pet beagle into the reviewing stand – the first presidential dog known to have played such a role.) The then-22-year-old Clark, a graduate of Gibsonburg High School, had a top secret clearance, and did work on the Presidential helicopters. Clark drove one of several Jeeps specially made for the Inaugural Parade. “There were blue, white and red ones,” he recalled. “I was part of the American Indian section of the parade,” he said. “My passenger was Chief Enos Poor Bear, Chief of the Oglala Sioux Nation, of South Dakota.” Clark recalls the streets being lined with people. “We were still in the aftermath of the assassination of President Kennedy,” he said. “And there were a lot of police and military personnel along the parade route.”
In fact, because of security concerns, Johnson was the first President to ride in a bullet-proof car. Though he doesn’t have any photos of himself in the parade, he does have a letter of commendation from the Kaiser Jeep Company, presented to the service men for the efficient and courteous manner in which they conducted themselves. “The Jeeps we drove were equipped with special inaugural license plates and everyone who participated was invited to take one of them home,” he said. “I had mine for several years, but after moving several times, I lost it.” After completing his military service, Clark took a job with UPS and stayed in the Washington, D.C. area. “My wife Phyllis worked for Congressman Del Latta – Bob Latta’s father – on the Hill there,” he said, adding. “Bob was just a little guy then. “While she was working for Mr. Latta, we got to meet three future presidents – George H.W. Bush, Richard Nixon and Ronald Reagan,” Clark said.
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THE PRESS JANUARY 21, 2013
Your Voice on the Street: by Laura Norden
The Press Poll
If you could have lunch with anybody, who would it be and why?
The Woodville Mall was recently sold. What would you like to see at that property? The mall should be fixed up. The mall should be razed and a new one constructed. A “big box” store like Target, a sit down restaurant and a theater. Sarah Huss GM Clerk East Toledo “Paul McCartney from roughly 1964 when he was young and good looking. It’s The Beatles, they changed the face of music forever.”
Chelsea Barva-Kertesz Cashier Woodville
“Ingrid Michaelson because she is my favorite singer.”
Grateful To the editor: It is with great sadness that I write this letter. It seems that no matter how many hours I put in on Village of Walbridge work, four council members think that my attendance at their meetings is more important. As such, they hired an attorney to research the applicability of an antiquated Ohio law that requires people elected to boards attend at least 60 percent of the meetings in any two-year period. Because I am one meeting short of the 60 percent, it has been determined that I have forfeited my position. Of course, none of them talked to me about this law beforehand, as it has always been their intention to try to get rid of me. When they were not able to do it at the voting booth, they went out to find another way, no matter what the residents of Walbridge wanted. It is no surprise they have done this, as the goal of these four members of council ever since they came together was to get me out of the mayor’s position. Who knows what drives them, but it is clear to me that they have not been happy with my drive to improve Walbridge through honesty, team-building, fair treatment for all, fiscal conservativeness, and running things like a business? With these obstacles to their agenda now removed, they can get on with what they want to do. I do however provide this caution to the village residents – please keep an eye on their actions. It would not surprise me that they intend to put people who have previously resigned from Walbridge due to “personal” reasons in positions of authority. You are all smart enough to know that when someone resigns for “personal” reasons, there is always something they are trying to hide. Also, one of the last things I did as mayor was to introduce a resolution asking our legislature to pass a law that requires all elected and appointed officials to be current on their taxes. This, I believe,
Thomas Frisby Teacher Aide Lake Township “Hillary Clinton. I would want to pick her brain about politics and social issues.”
Ted Mitchell Cashier Oregon “Stan Lee. I would like to know what it was like in the silver age of comics creating all those superheroes.”
Anna Barbitta Graphic Designer Cleveland “I would want to have lunch with Waldo so I could ask him where he is!”
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is critical to the proper running of any government. Why should someone who does not pay his or her own taxes be allowed to control the tax money of others? My guess is that our current council will not support this now that I am gone. I am happy to have served as mayor for more than 10 years and have only one regret – that I was not able to overcome some of the evil in the world so that I could continue to serve the residents and businesses as elected by the people. Dan Wilczynski Walbridge
Obscured facts To the editor: Re: “Other Opinions”, Jan. 14. Dave Lange, Editor Emeritus, Chagrin Valley Times, is entitled to his own opinions, but not his own facts. I’d like to offer a few points he obscured or neglected. Regarding Ft. Hood, Lange insinuated firearms were available to resist the murderous attack of Hasan. Not true. I, as a U.S. Army Military Police Lieutenant Colonel, served Ft. Hood as the mobilization Deputy Provost Marshal. Army posts have a lot of military weapons locked up in unit arms rooms, with the ammunition stored miles away. Only an on-duty Military Police Soldier or Department of the Army Civilian Police Officer may carry a loaded sidearm, i.e. none of the soldiers or their family members living in the barracks or post housing can. Every personal firearm must be registered and kept locked in the unit arms room or the soldier’s post housing. All Army posts are one giant gun-free zone. Gun-free is only for the law abiding. Hasan knew this and used it for his slaughter.
Lange’s claim that households with guns have decreased to less than 40 percent was without attribution (Gallup says 47 percent) and seems at odds with the ever increasing number of documented firearms sales and documented use of household firearms by their owners to protect themselves, often from previously convicted criminals, who have broken into their homes intent on robbery, rape or murder. The three homicides in churches were, just like a school, in gun-free zones. Like Ft. Hood, the killers knew this and used it. Of the incidents of murders of four or more Lange mentioned, “almost all of them” were actually in gun-free zones. Regarding the Sikh congregation murders, in a gun-free zone, he specifically wrote, “No similar incidents have been reported against that peace-loving religion in India, which has the largest Sikh population in the world.” Lange is either woefully ignorant of or attempts to artfully conceal the November 1984 murders of thousands of Sikhs, by their Indian government. He also neglected to mention the millions of civilian Kurds, Germans, Croats, Cambodians, Chinese, Turks and Russians murdered in cold blood by their own governments. There are clearly issues to address, but “journalists” playing fast and free with “facts” lend nothing to the discussion. John B. Fowler, LTC (retired) Oak Harbor
Pride and gratitude To the editor: The people of Ottawa County are nothing short of amazing – I have said this each and every year that I have been the director for The Salvation Army. Each year, our Red Kettle goal is given to us by the Northwest Ohio Salvation
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Army in Toledo. This year, our goal was raised to $62,000, and while we were up against obstacles such as not being able to ring as many days as we had in the past, we were still able to surpass our goal by raising $62,603.90. We were only able to achieve this goal because of the support of our community and bell-ringing volunteers of Ottawa County. The 662 bell-ringing volunteers of Ottawa County rang the bell for 1,324 hours. Congratulations to each and every bell ringer and donor in Ottawa County, for we could not have attained this unattainable goal without you. I was extremely pleased to have many of our Ottawa County high school and middle school groups get involved with bellringing and fundraising efforts this year. These young adults recognize the importance of giving back to our community. We even had bell ringers as young as 2 years old ringing the bell. From the toy collection boxes, Angel Tree tags, coat collections, mitten trees, toy donations and monetary gifts that were a steady stream in my office from Oct. 1 through Dec. 31, I am, once again, speechless at the bigheartedness and overwhelming support we receive each year from the residents of Ottawa County. We received and distributed more than 1,200 coats this year through our Coats for Families Program and distributed more than 6,800 toys to nearly 1,700 children through our Toy Program. Without the generosity of the community and volunteers, we could not have served so many people in need in Ottawa County and these programs that the Salvation Army offer year-round, could not happen. It is with great pride and admiration that I am proud to say that I live in and work in Ottawa County. Maureen Saponari Director, the Salvation Army-Ottawa County
A true friendship is one of life’s precious gifts Dare to Live
by Bryan Golden
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There’s a big difference between acquaintances and true friends. You can know many people, but only a few will qualify as true friends. It takes little effort to be with you when times are good and you are happy. However, if you look around when times are tough, you will see that your true friends are still by your side. A true friend is an irreplaceable gift. Life is filled with challenges and a true friend will stick by you through all of them. They have a knack for knowing what you need without your having to ask. A true friend is supportive without being judgmental. A true friend accepts you for who you are. They appreciate your good points and overlook your flaws. They don’t try to change you. A true friend won’t impose their own beliefs on you. A true friend will not always agree with you. They are honest with you, having no problem speaking their mind. At times, they will tell you things you don’t like. But true friends are never malicious. They always have your best interests in mind. A true friend will not abandon you even if you treat them poorly. They overlook your shortcomings and appreciate your strengths. A true friend is patient with you
even when you are impatient with them. You can have complete trust in a true friend. You don’t have to impress them or prove who you are. They know you and accept you for who you are. They won’t turn
their back on you or shun you. A true friend isn’t perfect. They also have failings. True friendship isn’t always balanced. Sometimes one person requires more understanding, and sometimes the other. For true friendship to be sustained, both people must be true friends to each other. Friends are not something to accumulate. It’s not how many friends you have that is important, it is the quality of your friends that matters. Just one true friend is an invaluable gift. Dozens of friends that you can’t rely on are of little comfort when facing challenging circumstances. Although true friends have lots of great qualities, every individual has their own idiosyncrasies. A true friend will probably have quirks that you find really annoying. Always keep things in perspective. It’s not worth jeopardizing a true friendship over minor, insignificant irritations. There are far too many situations where true friends become estranged over inconsequential issues. They may even wind up never again having any contact. It’s a real shame and a irreplaceable loss for both people when this occurs. Life’s challenges demand your attention. It’s easy to get distracted by problems.
When this happens, your focus is shifted away from the good things in your life and towards your difficulties. Although your troubles have to be dealt with, never neglect your true friends. Connecting with your true friends only when you have problems is no different than someone being there for you only when you are OK. Your true friends have needs that are as important to them as yours are to you. You must contribute to the relationship with your true friends regardless of your own circumstances. Don’t take your true friends for granted. A friendship requires input and energy from both people. It is all too easy to take someone for granted who is always there for you. As solid as your true friend may be, they still have feelings and sensitivities. You have to treat your true friends with as much consideration and concern as they show for you. 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. © 2012 Bryan Golden
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A cautionary tale
Hire your own attorney when sharing property with family
Common use: A way for a homeowner to pass a home to his or her children or a significant other without going through probate while granting the homeowner the right to live in the home or control the property during the remainder of his or her life. Responsibilities: The owner of a life estate (called the life tenant) still makes repairs and pays the mortgage, property taxes and insurance unless some other agreement is put in place. Problems: Home cannot be easily sold. Disagreements about use and condition of the property can arise. While there can be some tax savings, a life estate lacks flexibility in managing assets available with a trust.
and one that is “questionably enforceable.” He said the term “nonexclusive right to use” would allow both parties to use the driveway and garage as either saw fit and that the Woods could transfer that right to someone else should they decide to move and rent, which they did. The Woods took their case to Wood County Common Pleas Court. On February 11, Judge Robert Pollex found that both parties breached the original agreement. He modified the agreement to grant the Woods exclusive use of the barn and the Caswells exclusive use of the garage. He ordered that the Woods could not block the driveway to the garage. Despite being armed with this new document, Caswell said the Woods and the tenants they later rented to still interfered with his right to use the driveway and garage. He says his attempts to exercise those rights by documenting cars blocking the drive, clearing snow from the front of the garage and trying to get the police to enforce his rights resulted in his arrests and a charge of disorderly conduct. Caswell, 84, is a retired teacher. He talks loudly and is animated with his gestures. His mannerisms can lead some to misunderstand his intentions. His attorney says, “The problem Mr. Caswell is run-
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Jim Caswell’s generous gift to his daughter cost him thousands of dollars and led to his arrest. How could a good deed go so wrong? Let’s start with the good deed. In 2002, Caswell’s daughter, Joyce Woods, was living in Colorado with her husband Bill. They wanted to move back here, and Caswell, along with his wife Kathleen, wanted to help out. They gifted their daughter two lots on Kearsley Street in Lake Township so they could build a new home. The lots were located directly behind the Caswell home which fronted Cramer Street. So far so good. The home was built and the Caswells were looking forward to getting reacquainted with their daughter, who was 56 at the time. But, it was not to be and their inability to share is a cautionary tale to others considering a legal document called a life estate. The Caswells deeded over the two lots on condition Jim Caswell would have access to a small barn and a garage located on the lots. He used these buildings for storage and to house his wood shop. An agreement was executed giving the Caswells “nonexclusive right to use, occupy and possess the two buildings” for their lifetimes. When they passed away, the buildings would become the property of Bill and Joyce Woods. Caswell believed this life estate would give him total control of the buildings. The Woods didn’t see it that way. Note the words “nonexclusive right to use”. At first, the two families got along and shared the garage and barn then a series of disputes arose. The relationship deteriorated to the point that the Lake Township Police were called by either party at least seven times in 17 months to report indiscretions perpetrated by the other party. Caswell was charged with criminal damaging for scratching his daughter’s car by putting a ladder on it, criminal trespassing for shoveling snow in front of the garage and disorderly conduct for jacking up Bill Woods’ car and removing lug nuts. On June 12 he was charged with slapping the arm of a police officer, a fourth-degree felony. Rebecca West-Estell, Caswell’s attorney, said some of these charges are bogus. “The problem Mr. Caswell is running into is the law enforcement community will not enforce his rights,” she said. They think it (the life estate) is dumb so they don’t enforce it.” Richard Koehn, an Oregon attorney, reviewed the life estate agreement for The Press. He called it a “terrible agreement”
ning into now is that he’s so frustrated that whenever he encounters the police he is less cooperative than they would like him to be…he ends up on the short end of the stick and that’s frustrating for him because some of those times he wasn’t doing anything wrong….It’s been this way for almost two years now.” Mark Hummer, Lake Township Police Chief, agrees with Caswell’s attorney, to a point. “We were caught in the middle of this. It took us a little off guard when the property disputes first started. Mr. Caswell is very intelligent but I don’t think this is one of those situations where you can fight an emotional argument with logic… In my
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Are you a health care walking encyclopedia? No Bones About It.
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It has become increasingly evident throughout my 36 years in healthcare that people, as they get older, have increasing difficulty keeping all their personal medical/health information straight in their heads. First of all, your head isn’t where you should be trying to keep all your current and past health information, at least not as your primary location anyway. Most people, when asked by their health care provider, can rattle off most if not all of the very pertinent medical history, from childhood diseases to surgeries, conditions, medications and allergies. However, as we get older, it’s harder to recall the what, when and where about our healthcare history – and this information becomes more vital as we age. So, how can you get your medical information in order in a way you can get at it and have ready for others? Well, the first thing to do is accept the fact that you absolutely cannot assume others value your personal health information like you do, nor is keeping an updated list of medications, surgeries and important family medical history high on anyone else’s list of priorities. It is up to you. Ok, now we’re in the right frame of mind to begin. First, create a list of everything you know and remember pertaining to your medical and health history, as far back as you can remember. You can fill in any gaps later. Try your best to include immunizations, medications and dosages, conditions, diseases and other diagnoses, surgical procedures as well as others such as colonoscopies, eye examinations, preventative screenings etc. And don’t forget to list any and all allergies, as well as what happened to you when
you had the reaction – swollen lips/tongue, rash, hives, breathing difficulties etc. The information goes a long way in determining if you had a bona fide “anaphylactic” reaction, which is potentially deadly or even fatal, versus less serious “adverse effects or side effects.” An example of this would be “when I take morphine I get sick,” or “I can’t take codeine because it binds me up.” This is not an allergic reaction, but more an adverse effect or “side effect” of a drug. Next, develop a plan as to how you will acquire and catalog the information you need and have at home. Then, develop a plan to acquire what information you need that isn’t readily available at home in your possession. This may involve calling various physicians and/or facilities that have recently cared for you and request copies of tests, x-ray reports, current diagnoses (i.e. hypertension, heart failure, high cholesterol etc.), procedures and operative records.
You’ll no doubt be required to sign releases to obtain this information and this can often be accomplished by mail, email or fax. You may also need to personally pick up your information copies. You have the right to this information and don’t let anyone else try to convince you otherwise. Once you have mastered this phase, it’s time to concentrate on your family history. This should include information on both sides of your family, father/mother, grandparents etc. Many hereditary conditions, for example, can “skip generations” or affect female offspring/descendants more than male. Try to get as specific as possible, such as why Aunt Hazel died at 45 years old, or why Uncle Harry on my mother’s side lived to 101. Many types of cancers can have their roots traced in this manner and some types can place daughters/granddaughters at increased risks (i.e. breast/ovarian cancers). By being as comprehensive as possible, family health patterns can become apparent and can provide valuable information to physicians. Now, after you have spent all this energy acquiring this information, you need to create a safe and accessible location for accessing it whenever the need arises. Storing large amounts of papers in a box, while accessible, isn’t especially practical, particularly if you want to take the information with you for any reason (i.e. vacation or relocation). There are many new products available in the marketplace that allow for electronic storage of this information. Some items can be as simple as a flash drive, however look for one with proper privacy protection capabilities. Other more sophisticated devices can store large amounts of information, and yet be privacy protected. These options allow a person to take their information with them when traveling or
relocating and also offer quick and easy access to the information at a moment’s notice, such as in an emergency room. Most of these devices will allow for updating as you receive more current care. The key here, is to compile as much important information as possible and have it readily accessible. This can help improve health care by reducing duplication of prescriptions by different doctors, inadvertent alterations of dosages or even the prescribing of the wrong medication for your needs. In an emergency, having ready access to healthcare information may just save your life. The new health care laws (a.k.a. “Obamacare”) are supposed to be designed to make access to your information available anytime, anywhere. The problem here is that, up to now, there have been significant problems with the inability of different EHR (Electronic Health Record) software programs to communicate with other programs, and until this gets resolved, odds are it will be difficult to impossible to access your information beyond the local level. Sounds like a lot of work? Sure does. The alternative though, is not having valuable information when you need it, and need it quickly. Do you want to run the risk, especially as we get older and suffer the indignities of memory lapses? You be the judge. Chisholm’s expertise in nursing, orthopedics and surgery spans more than 30 years. For more information on orthopedicrelated topics, visit www.bone-and-jointpain.com. Submit questions or comments to Ken at chisholm@presspublications. com.
Aging Dept.’s nursing home survey revised to offer better data important choices we may have to make in our adult lives. This survey and Ohio’s Long-term Care Consumer Guide are important tools for families who expect, and deserve, excellence,” said Bonnie KantorBurman, director of the Ohio Department of Aging. “The survey and the guide emphasize our commitment to quality care. Consumers must be fully informed about their options if we are to expect that they will, in turn, demand excellence for themselves or their family members.” The family satisfaction survey was conducted between May and December 2012 by the Scripps Gerontology Center of Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, on behalf of the Ohio Department of Aging and under the direction of the Office of the State Longterm Care Ombudsman. More than 27,000 family members and 948 homes participated. Of the 721 participating homes with statistically significant results, 387 scored above the state average and 229 scored 88 or better, which earns them an additional “quality point” in a reimbursement formula used by the Office of
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Medical Assistance (Medicaid) to reward quality in nursing homes. Survey costs are supported by a fee charged to nursing homes by the state. This year, the department revised the survey to better capture the needs and ideas of families. “This survey reflects our increased focus on person-centered care and caring and our new quality-based reimbursement formula. We expected that these changes may have an impact on the statewide average. We are especially pleased with the larger than-usual response rate
and are gratified by the number of families who are so involved with their loved ones’ care.” “In addition to assisting families in choosing quality, person-centered nursing homes, this survey also is a tool to help long-term care administrators and staff improve the care and services they provide,” added Beverley Laubert, the State of Ohio Long-term Care Ombudsman. “Staff, residents, families, advocates and state leaders continue to work together to ensure choice, respect and self-determination for all, regardless of where they call ‘home.’” The survey asked family members their opinions on activities, administration, admission, choices, direct care and nursing, laundry, meals and dining, social services, therapy and general satisfaction. Researchers identified two key questions that sum up the respondent’s perception of the home: “Overall, do you like this facility?” and “Would you recommend this facility to a family member or friend?” The department will survey resident satisfaction again in 2013.
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Chili cook-off The James “Wes” Hancock Oregon Senior Center is looking for our area’s best chili makers for its Chili Cook Off 2013, which will be held Feb. 8 from 5 to 8 p.m. at St. Michael’s Centre, 4001 Navarre Ave., Oregon. There is entry fee required to participate. Prizes will be awarded for Judges’ Choice, People’s Choice and Best Chili Name. The deadline for entry is noon Feb. 6. Call 419-698-7078 to enter or obtain more information.
Ageless Wonders to meet The Ageless Wonders of Lake Township will meet for lunch Feb. 14 at 12:30 p.m. at the Woodville Diner, located across from Kroger at 1949 Woodville Rd., Oregon. Reservations have been made under “Ageless Wonders.” For more information, call 419-836-3811.
Senior transport offered Ottawa County Senior Resources along with the Ottawa County Transportation Agency (OCTA) will once again be able to provide free transportation services for eligible seniors 60 years of age or older. Riders are required to register by obtaining a form from either Senior Resources or their local senior centers. Free trips are limited to Ottawa County travel only. The service is made available through a grant from the Ohio Department of Aging and the Older Americans Act. Once the grant funding is exhausted, free trips will no longer be available. For more information, call 1-877-8986459.
Home Instead celebrates 7 yrs. Home Instead Senior Care, which serves Erie, Huron and Ottawa counties, is celebrating its seventh year in business. The company was founded in January 2006 as part of a franchise network that has become the world’s leading provider of non-medical home care and companionship services for seniors, with more than 875 independently owned and operated
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Toddlers visit nursing home In the spirit of Valentine's Day, staff members from Toddler's School II, Oregon, took children on a field trip to Arbors of Oregon. The staff and children went with the purpose of visiting the elderly, and to learn more about nursing homes. Pictured, Audrey Miller made a valentine for her new friend, Della Craig. (Photo courtesy of Toddlers School II) franchises in 15 countries and 16 markets, spanning four continents. Non-medical services include companionship, meal preparation, medication reminders, light housekeeping and escort for errands and shopping. The company’s CAREGivers are screened, trained, bonded, insured and have successfully passed thorough criminal background checks. Owners Ceinwen and Tom Price saw a
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Registration forms for the East Toledo Senior Activity Center’s Senior Softball League’s 18th season are currently available. Early bird registration fees marked by Jan. 31 will be $45 for one league and $50 for both leagues. The registration fee Feb. 1 through March 15 will be $50 for one league and $65 for two. A $10 late fee will be added for signups after March 15. Registration categories include 50 and Over League, 58 and Over League, Both, and Preferred Sub. Those 58 and older are eligible to be on a team in both of the leagues. A $5 rebate will be available to those who refer a new player (someone who has never played on an ETSAC league. Teams will practice every Monday and Wednesday at 6 p.m. beginning April 1. A Players’ and Managers’ Rules Meeting will be held May 8 at 7 p.m. in the East Toledo Family Center gym. League play will begin a week or two later.
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Continued from page 14 According to center director Mary Wolff, all players, regardless of their skill level, are invited to play in the recreational league. The goal of participation is to provide a positive, organized athletic experience, to provide an opportunity for socialization and to build new friendships and to improve range of motion and health. For more information, call the center at 419-691-2254 or visit http://HTOsports. com/etsacsoftball.
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The Wood County Committee on Aging has issued a call for entries for its 8th Annual Poetry Contest. The theme of this year’s contest, which is being sponsored by Otterbein Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, is “Life’s Voyages.” The contest is open to Wood County residents 50 years of age and older. Poems should share stories of life, hope, dreams and love – writings that in some way celebrate the heart and soul of the writers as they continue to celebrate their lives. Entries must be submitted in English, double-spaced in a 12-point Times Roman font. Poems must have a title and the writer’s name, address and phone number on each page. Entries must be the writers’ own work and have never been previously published online or offline. All styles of poems are acceptable. Two entries per person will be accepted. Entries must be submitted by 4 p.m., Friday, March 1. Poems may be mailed to the Program Department at the Wood County Committee on Aging, Inc., 305 N. Main St., Bowling Green, OH, 43402. Entries may also be emailed to programs@wccoa.net. Winners will be chosen by a Bowling Green State University writing professor, BGSU writing students and The SentinelTribune. All winners will be announced at the Poetry Banquet March 27 at 4 p.m. at the Wood County Senior Center. Winning poems will be published in the newsletter, on the web site, blog site and Facebook in local papers. For more information, call 800-3674935, email programs@wccoa.net or visit www.wccoa.net
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Chamber seeks nominees for 20th Annual Prism Awards The Eastern Maumee Bay Chamber of Commerce seeks nominations for its 20th annual Prism Awards, which honor excellence in this area’s businesses and organizations. The deadline for nominations is Monday, Feb. 18. The award categories include: x General Excellence Award-- Given to businesses of any size based on excellent performance; x Pioneer Award-- Recognizes companies that have been leaders in their industry and in operation for at least 20 years; x Horizon Award-- Recognizes companies that have exhibited great potential for success. The award is presented to businesses in operation for five years or less; x Community Improvement Award-- Recognizes community based non-profits and volunteer organizations; x Best Practice Award-- Businesses, both large and small, are eligible for this award which recognizes the successful result of a specific campaign; x Person of the Year-- The purpose of this award is to identify, honor and reinforce the activities of exceptional caring citizens whose service or performance positively contributes to the quality of life in the Eastern Maumee Bay region. The nominees will be honored at a banquet to be held at Sunrise Park and Banquet Center Wednesday, Mar. 6. Chrys Peterson from WTOL News 11 will again be the Master of Ceremonies. The program is open to all businesses located in an area encompassed by East Toledo on the west, Oregon on the north, Oak Harbor on the east and Gibsonburg on the south. If you have a business you would like to nominate call chamber director Sarah Beavers at 419-693-5580 or email her at director @embchamber.org.
Expansion Dunn Chevy Buick has doubled its showroom space for new vehicles, according to Andrea Musselman, company spokesperson. Musselman said the expansion was needed to provide more indoor viewing space for customers during the winter
ner and a short business meeting to elect the 2013 board members. Video horse racing and a Chinese auction follow along with door prizes presented throughout the night. Tickets are $12 and may be purchased by calling the chamber office at 419-898-0479. Deadline to RSVP is Jan. 24.
Schools & skills The Sandusky County Communities Foundation will host a seminar Thursday, Jan. 31 for attorneys and Certified Public Accountants entitled Designing and Implementing Charitable Giving Strategies in 2013. Bridgett Root and Chad Baker, Attorneys from Marshall & Melhorn, LLC, Toledo, will be the featured presenters. They will address tax and administrative issues to be considered by both donors and advisors. CLE accreditation and Accountancy Board of Ohio accreditation are pending. The seminar will be held at Terra State Community College in Building B. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. with the session beginning at 9 a.m and end at noon. RSVP to Cate Knipp at 419-355-8911 or director@sanduskyccf.org.
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The Eastern Maumee Bay Chamber of Commerce will host its Annual State of the Communities breakfast Thursday, January 24, 7:30 to 9 a.m. at the board room located in the basement at St. Charles Hospital. Representatives from East Toledo, Oregon, Northwood, Walbridge and Jerusalem Township are expected to speak about their accomplishments in 2012 and what the future holds for 2013. RSVP to Sarah at 419-693-5580 or email her at director @embchamber.org. *** The Oak Harbor Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner Meeting will be held on Feb. 1 at 6 p.m. at the Community Markets VFW Memorial Hall located on West Main Street. The evening will kick off with social hour, followed by a hot buffet din-
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JANUARY 21, 2013
Kent State’s Witt going up against the heavyweights By Mark Griffin Press Contributing Writer sports@presspublications.com Keith Witt won a Division II state title at 171 pounds for Oak Harbor in 2008. When he arrived on the Kent State campus a few months later to wrestle for the Golden Flashes, high school suddenly felt like a distant memory. His weight ballooned to 220 pounds his freshman year and he ended up redshirting that season. “I was really out of shape,” said Witt, now a fifth-year senior. “I was training with the team all year round. I wasn’t in my top form. It was my first year of college and my body wasn’t in the best form it could be. It wasn’t like I gained any good weight. I was dumpy and not in the best shape.” The 6-foot Witt decided to drop 50 pounds and compete at 174 pounds as a redshirt freshman in 2009-10 and ended up doing very well. He finished with a 21-9 record after starting the season 8-6, recorded 10 pins and placed second at the Mid-American Conference Championships. He also earned an automatic bid to the NCAA Championships, where he lost both matches. “That (174) was the best weight for me at the time,” Witt said. “I felt good throughout the season.” Witt moved up to 184 pounds a year later and went 15-9 with seven pins, second most on the team. He bumped up to 197 last season and had great success, winning a MAC title and earning another automatic bid to the NCAA Championships, where he went 0-2 again. Witt is finishing out his wrestling career this season by competing at 285 pounds. It is a weight class that often has Witt, who weighs 225 pounds, going head to head against much larger wrestlers. He has an 11-11 record so far this season. “It’s different,” Witt said. “It’s definitely a different style of wrestling compared to any other. At heavyweight, guys are a lot bigger and stronger. I lifted a lot last summer to try to get stronger to get some weight on. I was able to do that. I’m trying to get used to the weight class; it’s moving along.” Witt said one reason he moved up to
Keith Witt (Oak Harbor/Kent State) stares down an opponent. (Photo courtesy of KSU sports information) 285 was because the Flashes have the topranked 197-pounder in the country in fifthyear senior Dustin Kilgore, a former NCAA champion who redshirted last year in order to train at the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Colorado. “It was better for the team for me to go up there (285),” Witt said, “and it was an opportunity for me to be in the starting lineup my last year. Once you get up to 197 and heavyweight, it’s a total difference in wrestling than at the lighter weights. Guys are so much stronger and bigger.” Witt, a four-time state tournament
qualifier who compiled a 151-32 career record at Oak Harbor, said he tries to use his scrambling ability when he faces bigger, stronger competition. “I feel like I’m a better scrambler,” he said. “I can out-quick them if they get on my legs and I can try to scramble out of it. I have that advantage over them. I feel if I can get to the second period with a 0-0 score, I can win the match because I feel I’m better on top than the bigger guys. That tends to go to my advantage in most of my matches. Most of my losses have come against guys (ranked) in the top 20.”
Witt, 23, is trying his best to qualify for his third trip to the NCAA Championships before he graduates in May with a degree in justice studies. “I’d like to get to the national tournament, get to the round of 12 and try to get All-American (top eight),” said Witt, who has been wrestling since age 5. “I’m just training hard the last few months of my career and we’ll see what happens. I’m actually kind of excited to see what I’m going to do after college. I’m trying to find a job and see where life takes me. I’m going to miss wrestling, but it hasn’t hit me yet, I guess.”
Not cutting weight does Silva’s body, mind good By Mark Griffin Press Contributing Writer sports@presspublications.com Eddie Silva is feeling like himself again, and that’s proving to be a tough go for his wrestling opponents. This was a typical day in the life of the Clay senior last year, when he competed at 170 pounds: Go to school. Wrestling practice at 4 p.m. Go home and eat a little dinner. Work out again “to lose what I just ate,” Silva said, adding that he didn’t feel he was obsessed about his weight. This season, as a 195-pounder, Silva can eat whatever he wants. Pretty much. “I can eat the night before (a match) and still come in two pounds under,” said Silva, whose normal weight is around 195 pounds. Silva said that instead of trying to compete at the next weight class up from 170, 182 pounds, he wanted to get on the mat at his normal weight this season. It’s paying off. He has a 24-4 record and has placed second at the Clyde Invitational and fourth
at the Brecksville Invitational. “I like how I don’t have to cut weight,” Silva said. “I feel a lot better. Last year I cut like eight pounds a week. I’m having a pretty good year. I’m feeling pretty good about it and I’m not surprised. Not cutting weight, I feel energized. I can get into the sport more and I can have fun with it more. I could make the cut to 182, but I don’t think I could do as well as I’m doing right now.” A three-year starter, Silva went 32-6 a year ago and won the Three Rivers Athletic Conference title at 170 pounds. His junior season, however, ended in heartbreak. He won a sectional title but placed fifth at the rugged Division I district tournament, which included teams such as eventual D-I state champion Lakewood St. Edward. Fifth place didn’t get Silva to the state tournament. He was an alternate and accompanied his Eagles teammates to Columbus for the big dance. “I lost my first match (at districts) and had to come back to the consolation semifinals, and I lost again,” Silva said. “I was
trying to go for better. It was fine. I got to see what state looked like for the first time. For me that was like, ‘I want to be here next year.’ ” Second-year Clay coach Ralph Cubberly, who has sent his share of wrestlers to the state tournament, knows just the recipe Silva needs to use on the mat if he plans to qualify for the state tourney as a senior. “Eddie is a ‘light’ 195-pounder who has to utilize and continue to improve his conditioning in order to wear out his opponents,” Cubberly said. “He needs to employ a non-stop style, trying to tire out and wear his opponent out so he can score in the later periods of matches.” Silva said, “A lot of opponents are stronger than me, so I have to wear them out. I have be on their head and constantly move them to score on them. I’m very focused this year. I work hard every day at practice, and coach Cubberly pushes us every day to keep that mentality.” Cubberly added that Silva is a good
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JANUARY 21, 2013
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Sweet, Rockets turning program around
Eddie Silva (continued from page 18)
By Yaneek Smith Press Contributing Writer sports@presspublications.com
team leader who knows when to get down and dirty on the mat and when to take a deep breath and enjoy himself. “Eddie is a fun kid to have around,” the coach said. “He likes to joke and make people laugh, but when it’s time to work, he’s all business. Eddie is a hard working kid who is goal driven. He wants to place at the state tournament. He is a great teammate who leads by example.” Silva, who plans to study electrical engineering in college - his dad, Edward Sr., is an electrical engineer – admitted he enjoys showing the juniors and sophomores the right way to practice. His goal is to get on the awards podium in Columbus in early March. “I’m going for top three. That’s my goal,” he said. “It takes a lot of hard work and dedication. It is tough at 195, and my district is tough. I’m energized for the rest of the season.”
around. Before games, we talk about getting this program moving, and we’re working our tails off. When you’re working hard, you’re winning games.” The Rockets primarily employ a three guard system that features a starting lineup of Haar and Cecil in the backcourt with sophomore Cole Weirich, Wiegand and Josh Sarahman in the frontcourt at power forward and center positions. The team also has four consistent contributors off the bench in guards Andy Rathbun Eric Sweet and Derek Wood and forwards Sam Laderach and Andrew A.J. Cecil, Greg Haar and Austin Wiegand, Benner. Rathbun has come on as of late, all of whom are three-year letter winners. averaging 9.5 points in the last four games Behind their leadership and play, Oak and Wood provides a solid defensive presHarbor has become established as a force ence. Laderach, meanwhile, is often on the to be reckoned within the SBC. floor during crunch time and Benner has Cecil and Haar, who lead the team in played a key role at various times during scoring at 13 and 12.3 points per game, the season. respectively, both run the point and are “Some of the players that are not offengood shooters who can score from beyond sively dominant step it up on defense,” the arc. Haar said. “Cole is a pain (for the other Wiegand is something of a jack-of- team) and he’s getting steals. (A.J. and I) all-trades kind of player, an undersized 6- get the points, but it is Cole and Woody foot-2 power forward who can play nearly bringing the energy. Andy has hit some every position on the floor. But because of shots, he’ll attack the rim and he’s always the team’s lack of height, Wiegand is forced hustling and Austin is not very big in the to play in the post even though he’s more post but he works his tail. The same with of a wing. He’s accepted the challenge, Sam and Josh and Andrew. There’s a lot of averaging 8.3 points while usually playing energy with us. You’ve got to control what against bigger, taller opponents. you can control.” The player that does the dirty work, Already, Oak Harbor has exceeded Wiegand hustles, rebounds and plays with expectations, more than doubling its win effort, often doing things for the team that total (3) from last season after being prodoesn’t show up in the box score. His jected to finish seventh in the league. best game this season came in the opener Sweet is hoping this continues. against Ottawa County rival Port Clinton “I do get to see these guys grow and when Wiegand led all scorers with 20 hopefully go off to college and have sucpoints in the Rockets’ 52-46 win over the cessful careers,” Sweet said. “I love the Redskins. It was an especially important kids, I love how they’re playing. They’ve win because it was Oak Harbor’s first in 10 earned it. I’m happy to hear (the compliseasons against its cross town rival. ments) from people about our play. They’re According to Haar, he, Cecil and doing good things and they’re winning Wiegand want to leave a legacy. games. I’m proud of them.” “When A.J., Austin and I were in In the conference, The Rockets currentmiddle school,” Haar said, “we kept say- ly sit behind Perkins (7-0), a D-II regional ing that we were going to turn this program finalist last season, and Huron (6-2).
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JANUARY 21, 2013
Comet grapplers claim dual title, to host state duals By J. Patrick Eaken Press Sports Editor sports@presspublications.com Genoa wrestlers swept their way to a perfect 7-0 league record, claiming their second consecutive Northern Buckeye Conference dual championship as they ripped Otsego by a score of 56-6. In addition, Genoa’s wrestling program will have the honor of hosting the first round of the OHSAA State Dual Tournament on January 23. The top two teams in each sub region were given the opportunity to host. So why is Genoa continuing its dominance in the NBC and one of the two top teams in the region? Perhaps it is things like the Challenge leadership program the Comets attended recently at the University of Toledo. “The leadership staff at the UT Rec Center led our wrestling team through high and low initiative exercises that focused on building morale, enhancing decision making, while providing a challenging environment to gel our team together,” Coach Bob Bergman said. “The course challenged our wrestlers to take risks and overcome barriers both mentally and physically. Wrestlers learned how to work cooperatively to achieve common goals and tasks,” Bergman continued. “Our guys really seemed to enjoy the multiple challenges and obstacles they took part in. It was nice to take a break from the grind of our wrestling schedule and do something together as a team. It was neat to see our boys out of their element working together as a team. Wrestling builds a lot of character, but dangling from a rope 40 feet off the floor reveals it.” The UT Challenge program is created not just for athletic teams, but for UT student organizations, corporate groups, special events, staff trainings, retreats, civic and service organizations, youth groups, and other high school and middle school groups. They had considered taking the wrestlers to a leadership course at the University of Michigan. “Chris Rawski, who teaches at Genoa and is softball coach at Oak Harbor and is a good friend, mentioned at (Sylvania) Southview they did a team building course at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, and we were looking to go up there, but UT was closer and cheaper, so we decided to go there,” Bergman said. Dom Demilio, a longtime biddy coach
Genoa senior wrestler Mike Snider climbs the rope while participating in the University of Toledo's Challenge program at the Student Recreation Center. (Press photo by Harold Hamilton/HEHphotos. lifepics. com) who also is on the high school coaching staff, is a University of Toledo employee and was the one who mentioned that they had just begun a similar program. “(Demilio) mentioned that they have a leadership course,” Bergman said. “We were talking about doing a non-wrestling event during the year to kind of break up the monotony, and Toledo just started one. I think we were the third program to go
through.” The clinic is put on by the Student Recreation Center staff to teach climbers the basics of climbing. After successfully completing the clinic, climbers may purchase a climb card. This allows climbers to climb and belay with a partner during open climb hours. Besides the rope climbing, there were obstacle courses, exercises where wrestlers
had to go through hoops, exercises where they were blind-folded, and Bergman said it was all for “trust and leadership, learning to deal with peer pressure, and giving all the kids a chance to learn creativity and problem solving.” Bergman said, “They loved it. They really enjoyed the challenges. The camaraderie was pretty cool. It was mostly hands on. They did a recap at the end in the classroom about team and trust and what they learned about leadership. It was well done. “It definitely helps them bond and see everything in kind of a new light. We have about 24 on the team, and about four of them got up to the top level. It’s about seeing what they are made of and what they are willing to attempt. It was really tough and demanding. It was both a mental and physical workout as well, and their arms were all sore. It was a workout on multiple levels.” During the last hour of the five-hour session, and team went swimming and diving at the rec center, in part because the rock wall had already been reserved by a university student organization. Bergman said the wrestlers already have said they want to do it again. While defeating Otsego to win the NBC dual schedule, Genoa also defeated Northwest Ohio Athletic League and Division III rival Liberty Center by a score of 49-24. Pinning in both matches for the Comets was sophomore 120-pounder Brandon Bates. Other double win wrestlers for the Comets were Damian Demilio, Seth Morrison, Drew Keenan, Jake Fejes, Jay Nino, Tyler Baird, and Ryan Espinoza. Over all Genoa went 21-7 in individual matches. The Comet grapplers improved their dual record to 24-3 on the year. In the state duals, the winner of each sub region will face the winner of the other sub region for a trip to Columbus where the top eight teams in D-III will compete for team state championship. Genoa will have a bye in the first round and will face the winner of Swanton and Toledo Christian. Action gets underway at 6 p.m. on Wednesday. The Comets were seeded second by area coaches to state ranked Delta, which is 17-4 on the year. Final voting results for the region were Delta (54), Genoa (47), Lake (43), Elmwood (38), Fostoria (33), Otsego (32), Swanton (25), Evergreen (22), North Baltimore (13), and Toledo Christian (8). Genoa’s men in maroon over the weekend traveled to Napoleon to compete in the Gold Medal Duals.
Eastwood guard Jake Schmeltz putting up big numbers By Yaneek Smith Press Contributing Writer sports@presspublications.com There’s no telling where the Eastwood Eagles would be this season if not for Jake Schmeltz. Schmeltz, the Eagles’ junior point guard, is averaging 18.3 points and 3.3 assists and is working hard to turn things around after Eastwood’s slow start this season. But there is reason to be optimistic. The Eagles, which went 1-8 to begin the season, have played well in their last four games, going 2-2 with their losses coming in overtime to Oak Harbor (7-5) and another against Rossford (7-6). The contest with Rossford was tied late before the Bulldogs took control. Eastwood stood at 3-10 and 3-3 in the Northern Buckeye Conference, tied for fourth place with Woodmore heading into last weekend. Coach Matt Routson is hopeful things will get better as they move into the heart of their league slate. The Eagles played a tough non-conference schedule that featured the likes of Maumee (10-2), Fremont St. Joseph (9-3), Springfield (8-4), LibertyBenton (9-1) and Sylvania Northview (6-7), teams who currently sport a combined record of 42-17 (.712), in the hope that it would better prepare them for NBC play. “We’ve competed with some tough teams and it prepared us for the league,” said Routson, who served as the junior varsity coach for four years before taking over for Todd Henline this season. “We’ve had five close games that just haven’t gone our way.” The starting lineup features Schmeltz at point guard, Tim Hoodlebrink at shooting guard and Kevin Sweeney at small forward with second-leading scorer Steven Bradley and Logan Bess, the team leader in rebounds, in the frontcourt. And Mike Flipse, who also plays point guard, sometimes starts with Schmeltz moving over to
Eastwood guard Jake Schmeltz drives to the hole. (Press photo by Lee Welch/ FamilyPhotoGroup. com) shooting guard. The bench, which is very deep, includes guards Jordan Faykosh and Skylar Dierker and Ross Bockbrader, Jake Ray and Grant Peters. The team is trying to follow the lead of Schmeltz, one of the area’s top scorers. “(Schmeltz) is a hard-working, talented kid who works at the game,” Routson
said. “He’s one of our captains and his peers definitely respect him. He knows his strengths and weaknesses and he’s able to excel at what he’s good at. “He takes challenges. He wants the ball when the game is on the line. He’s one of those kids that have that ‘it’ factor – he can make a play when it’s needed. He sees the floor really well, makes good decisions
and plays with a lot of confidence. “At practice and at games, Jake does a really good job of distributing the ball and getting the team involved. He’s the only person for us that had much varsity experience. He’s bringing in a whole new group of kids and he’s really done a good job of knowing when to take the reins and get the other guys involved,” Routson continued. Routson says the thing that sets Schmeltz apart is his willingness to do the dirty work. “He’s probably taken 8 to 10 charges this season, Routson said. “He’s willing to give up his body and he’s not afraid to get in there and take a charge. There aren’t that many kids that have that ability or (desire).” Schmeltz, talking about his work ethic, said “I try to get out and shoot every day. I also go to all of the team shootouts and camps (during the offseason). But my best workout would have to be playing with my older brother, Nick, in the driveway.” Nick, a 2010 Eastwood graduate, played basketball, track and football and was an all-league selection as a defensive back twice. Last year was much different for the Eagles. They went 14-7 and were co-champions with Lake in the NBC, winning a league title for the third time in four years. But several key players, among them Caleb Vespi, Cody Jennings, Lincoln Peters and Jake Faykosh, graduated, and a number of younger, inexperienced players have had to grow up quickly. “It’s been a rebuilding year,” Schmeltz said. “There were a lot of great players and leaders in that senior class. This year, we have had a lot of guys step up, though, and take on big roles. We’re a young and inexperienced team but we’re taking it gameby-game and improving. And we’ve lost some games to good teams by close scores. We just have to keep improving on the defensive end and become more balanced on offense.”
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Wednesday, March 13, 2013- Genetti's Hole in the Wall and IKEA- Northville, MI. Join us as we embark on the little town of Northville, Michigan. We will start our trip with taking in some free YUMMY smells at the Great Harvest Bread Co.Then, we'll head over to Genetti's for their famous 7 course Italian style dinner, just like an old Italian wedding. It features homemade soup followed by pasta, antipasto salad, Italian sausage, with green peppers, onions, Italian steak with potatoes, baked chicken with zucchini, and a delicious cannoli for desert.After our wonderful lunch we will sit back and enjoy the interactive dinner show Crass Reunion (who knows you might just be picked to be a star for the day).After the show ends we will be making a pit stop to the famous Swedish store IKEA, where you can browse and shop before heading home. Cost of the trip is $65.00 LUNCH IS INCLUDED IN PRICE.
Wednesday,April 17, 2013- LaComedia Dinner Theatre-Springboro, OH. Join us as we “Tumble outta bed and stumble in the kitchen” to LaComedia Dinner Theatre in Springboro, for the hilarious comedy/musical 9-5.This show is about 3 ladies who are “just a step on the boss mans ladder.” Before the show we' ll enjoy a buffet style lunch with a variety of delicious food. Cost of the trip is $ 70.00 LUNCH IS INCLUDED IN PRICE.
Wednesday, May 15, 2013-Amish Brown Bag Tour-Shipshewana, IN. Join us as we head to Amish Country for the famous brown bag tour.We will start our trip browsing and shopping at the famous Shipshewana Flea Market, before heading off on a scavenger like hunt filling our brown bags with lots of goodies. (Who knows what you just might bring home with you. It's a SURPRISE!) For a portion of this tour we will have our very own guide, who will give us the history of the Amish. Lunch will be served in an Amish restaurant. Cost of the trip is $70.00 LUNCH IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE.
Tuesday, June 18, 2013-Nautica Queen boat trip-Cleveland, OH. “ALL ABOARD” Join us as we set sail down the Cuyahoga River for an oldies cruise on the river. While aboard the Nautica Queen, you'll cruise under historic bridges and experience the breathtaking view of Downtown Cleveland's everchanging skyline, while enjoying a scrumptious unlimited buffet lunch and some entertainment. Cost of the trip is $ 60.00 LUNCH IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE.
Wednesday,August 14, 2013-Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park-Grand Rapids, MI. Join us as we take in the beautiful scenery at the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park.This is a year round botanic garden and sculpture park, featuring an indoor guided tour and an outdoor tour riding the tram sightseeing the gardens, nature trails and boardwalks and more than 100 magnificent sculptures by renowned artists, special exhibitions and more! After our tour we will enjoy lunch at Taste of the Gardens Café, where you will enjoy the dazzling ceiling sculpture by renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly, named Lena's Garden, in honor of Lena Meijer.The sculpture is comprised of dozens of individual blown-glass pieces. It spans the ceiling in a spectrum of colors. Cost of the trip is $65.00 LUNCH IS INCLUDED IN PRICE.
Wednesday, September 18, 2013- Anthony Thomas Chocolates and German Village -Columbus, OH. Join us as we head down to the capital city of Ohio, for a fun and scrumdidiliumptious tour of the Anthony Thomas Chocolate Factory, where experienced tour guides will explain each process step-by-step, from the kitchens to the final packaging.View interesting sights such as the huge copper kettles where the centers are created, and their unique silver wrapped pipes that carry liquid chocolate throughout the factory.At the end of our tour we will enjoy a tasty sample of one of their popular products, and visit their 2, 500 square foot retail shop.After the tour, we will be heading to Schmidt's Sausage Haus for their Tour Bus Buffet which includes 2 of their famous mini cream puffs.When lunch concludes you will be free to shop till you drop or till we load the bus for home. Cost of the trip is $ 55.00 LUNCH IS INCLUDED IN PRICE
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Oregon Schools hires Mike Vicars as Clay football coach By J. Patrick Eaken Press Sports Editor sports@presspublications.com Former Genoa and Delta football coach Mike Vicars looks well on his way to being Clay’s next football coach. “We are recommending that Mike Vicars be our next football coach, and that will be on the board agenda for Tuesday’s meeting. We’re extremely excited about it,” Oregon Schools Superintendent Dr. Michael Zalar said. “We are looking to hire him as the new junior high assistant principal, so he’s going to be at Fassett as the new assistant principal, which is a new position that is being created because of the reconfiguration next year.” Vicars was the Comets’ head coach Mike Vicars for five years and instantly turned around the once-proud program’s losing ways. Genoa reached the state playoffs in all five of Vicars’ years as coach. The Comets won the last four Suburban Lakes League titles before relinquishing the inaugural Northern Buckeye Conference title to Eastwood his last season as head coach there. Genoa had a 56-7 record under Vicars and won 48 straight regular-season games before losing to Eastwood in a heartbreaker in 2011. The Comets were 13-0 in 2008 before losing to eventual Division IV state champion Kettering Alter in the state semifinals. Vicars was an assistant last year under his long time staff member, Tim Spiess, who became a head coach for the first time at Genoa. “This is perfect,” Zalar said. “Mike already lives in Oregon. I’ve been watching him for the last 15 years. When I was principal out at Patrick Henry, he was at Delta, so I saw what he did with a group of ordinary kids and turned them into extraordinary teams. He did the same thing at Genoa. We’re hoping that he can work his magic in Oregon. We are going to support him and everything he needs to be suc-
The Press Box cessful. The fact that he’s taken a year out of being head coach, I think he is reenergized. It took him a little while to kind of get his brain wrapped around it again, but he is 100 percent ready to go and we are extremely excited about it. “It won’t be official until the board approves it on Tuesday, but we offered and he accepted, so it’s really kind of a formaility.”
Two considering City League Marion Harding and Lima Central Catholic are considering joining the Toledo City League, says league consultant Dave Schmidt of TheSeniorReports.com. Schmidt forwarded to The Press this comment from a city league official, “The two schools we have been in conversations with for months. We will continue to schedule games for next year with both teams but they will be non conference games. Additionally, we will continue to have conversations about possible inclusion into the City League.” Currently, Waite is joined by Rogers, Start, Woodward, Bowsher, and Scott to make up the six-member City League.
BOYS BASKETBALL Team (League) Overall Lake (5-1, NBC) 12 1 Cardinal Stritch (4-2, TAAC) 7 5 Oak Harbor (4-2, SBC) 7 5 Gibsonburg (3-2, TAAC) 5 7 Woodmore (3-3, NBC) 5 7 Northwood (1-4, TAAC) 3 9 Eastwood (3-3, NBC) 3 10 Genoa (0-6, NBC) 1 8 Waite (1-4, TCL) 1 12 Clay (0-6, TRAC) 0 10
GIRLS BASKETBALL
Oak Harbor (5-4, SBC) Genoa (3-3, NBC) Woodmore (4-3, NBC) Cardinal Stritch (4-3, TAAC) Lake (2-5, NBC) Waite (4-3, TCL) Gibsonburg (3-3, TAAC) Clay (2-5, TRAC) Eastwood (2-5, NBC) Northwood (2-6, TAAC)
8 4 6 5 7 7 5 6 6 8 5 7 5 7 4 11 3 9 2 11
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Thousands in donations Eastwood Superintendent Brent Welker thanks a number of people for over $11,000 in donations to the district, mostly for sports programs. Over Christmas, the district approved a donation of $3,000 from Dave and Vicki Bruning for its new soccer building currently under construction and $2,000 from Bob Buschur, who won the softball reverse raffle held on New Year’s Eve at the Luckey Legion Hall. The school is accepting an anonymous donation of $200 for baseball, $500 from KeyBank for the Eastwood Relays, $5,000 from Mick and Nancy Foster (which will be matched by Wells Fargo at some point) for softball, and $476 from Land O’Lakes and $525 from Luckey Farmers to the FFA program.
Sports announcements The Clay Alumni baseball game will be May 11, starting at noon at John Ousky Field at the City of Oregon’s William P. Coontz Recreation Complex. There may be two games, one intra-alumni and one alumni versus the varsity, depending on how many alumni players register. Pitchers and catchers are still needed. It is a $20 fee by check made out to Clay Baseball. Send to Gerry Wasserman 3703 Seaman Rd. Oregon, OH 43616 or drop off at City of Oregon Building Inspection. Also need shirt size, what number on the back, and contact info. They are also considering an alumni tourney for a fundraiser for the school programs in late summer, early fall. Any area schools interested can call Wasserman at 419-690-9371.
********* Open registration for the indoor golf league at Lake High School has begun. Each league session is 10 weeks and limited to 36 total golfers. Cost for the golf league is $150. The league starts on February 3. Golfers will play world famous courses such as Pebble Beach, St. Andrews and others. There will be an open house for the league on January 20 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the indoor golf learning center located in the building south of the Lake football stadium. Contact Terry Tansel at ttansel@lakeschools.org. League space is limited. ********* The Eastwood and Otsego cheerleaders are teaming together to participate in a community service event called the Fourth Annual “Jump over Cancer”. During halftime of the varsity boys basketball game on January 24 between Eastwood and Otsego (at Eastwood), the cheerleaders will be timed for one minute to see how many cheerleading jumps they can complete in that minute. They are collecting pledges in the amount of 25, 50, 75 cents or $1 per jump they complete in that minute. Donations of any amount are also accepted. Every penny raised will be given to the American Cancer Society ********* High school and college students wanting sports management experience may intern this summer to help the City of Toledo Recreation Department prepare for the NABF College World Series in August. Call Shawn Sobel at 419-936-3887. ********* The Woodmore Select Baseball Craft Show will be Mar. 23 in the high school multi-purpose room from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. For craft show participants, cost is $20 for registration. Sign up by Mar. 1 to receive free 50/50 raffle ticket and specify if an electrical outlet is needed. Visit www.woodmoreselectbaseball.com or call Esteban Reyes at 419-345-4104 or email to www. krey361@msn.com. ********* The Genoa Little League is now holding sign-ups for 2013 season. Children ages 5-14 as of May 1, 2013 are eligible to play. Download a registration form on our website at www.leaguelineup.com/genoa. Contact Lee Nissen at 419-351-2398.
Northwood resident voted state’s Player of the Week By Mark Griffin Press Contributing Writer sports@presspublications.com Eric Cellier has had tough acts to follow at Toledo Christian High School. Not only did his brother, Adam, help the Eagles’ basketball team reach the regional tournament in his playing days, but his sister, Emily, scored more than 1,300 points during her career at TC. With siblings like that – not to mention having a father, Doug, who is a former wrestler – it’s easy to see why Eric will do whatever it takes to succeed on the basketball court. “We certainly expect him to be an all-league player for us,” Toledo Christian coach Dave McWhinnie said. “He’s one of those kids who gives effort all the time. He loves the game and has a passion for the game unlike any player I’ve ever seen. I don’t have to say a whole lot to motivate him. He just plays hard. He wants us to win every game.” That’s why it wasn’t a surprise to anyone who knows Cellier, who lives in Northwood, that he took the Eagles’ loss to Lake this season so hard. TC has since reeled off 10 straight wins since that season-opening 44-41 loss and is 5-0 in the Toledo Area Athletic Conference. “Against Lake, everyone was out of the locker room and he still had a towel on his head,” McWhinnie said. “He wants to win every game. He said, ‘Coach, this can’t happen again.’ He’s just an incredibly determined young man. He’s not a kid I have to say a whole lot to to motivate because he wants it as bad as anybody. He doesn’t let anything get in the way of his goals.” Lake, which is now 12-1, held Cellier to just seven points. “It was probably the worst game of my career,” he said. “That loss was devastating. We came into the season with high expectations, and to start the season off like that was not how we planned. We had a goal to go undefeated. It was so hard, not just the loss but the way I played individually. If I had played better, we could have won.” Through 11 games Cellier, a 6-foot-2
Toledo Christian senior Eric Cellier and Cardinal Stritch sophomore Austin Adams (21), another Northwood resident, battle for a rebound as Stritch junior Brooks Gasser (12) looks on. (Press photo by Doug Karns/KateriSchools. org) guard, was averaging 20.7 points, 4.8 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1.6 steals a game. He was shooting 57 percent from two-point range, 37 percent from 3-point range and 76 percent from the free throw line. Last Friday, in the Eagles’ 82-38 demolition of Emmanuel Christian, Cellier
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scored a career-high 40 points despite sitting out the fourth quarter. His previous career high was 27 points. “It felt great,” said Cellier, who shot 17-of-24 from the field. “It started with my teammates. We pressed the whole game, and I’m out in front of our press and I was
getting layups. I got a couple short buckets for my first 11 points and I had 18 in the first six minutes. Once I got that, I knew I had something going. Once I got to 30, my teammates were trying to get me 40. A lot of that goes to my teammates and my coaches.” Last week Cellier was voted the State Player of the Week in a poll conducted by the JJ Huddle website. He was nominated by McWhinnie and won the honor after scoring 26 points against Ottawa Hills and 24 against Van Buren. He shot a combined 16-for-17 from the field and free throw line against Ottawa Hills, and 9-of-11 from the field against Van Buren. Cellier said winning the JJ Huddle poll was “awesome.” “I wasn’t expecting anything to come out of it,” he said. “Coach told me I was nominated. I’m not a person to get people to vote for me, but I told three or four of my friends in the TAAC – one was on the team – to vote for me and they blew it up. From them, I got a couple thousand (votes). People on Facebook I didn’t even know posted it. It got kind of ridiculous.” McWhinnie said Cellier, who has a 3.5 GPA, has been the consumate leader for a team that usually features five senior starters. The Eagles were the preseason pick to win the TAAC title. “He is a tremendous leader in the classroom and on the court,” the coach said. “Guys will follow his lead. He’s been one of the guys who helped organize our morning workouts this fall. He has the ability to shoot, and he has the unique ability to finish around the rim, have a mid-range game and shoot 3-point shots. The biggest difference this year is he’s gotten a lot stronger. He’s more crisp on his moves.” Cellier hopes to play basketball at the Division III level next year, but he has some unfinished business with the Eagles this season. “We’re really close,” he said of his teammates. “I was nervous about our chemistry early in the year. You could tell at the beginning of the season it wasn’t that good, especially with our press, but as the season has gone on we’re starting to get better and people know their roles a lot better.”
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Epilepsy Center offers new programs The Epilepsy Center is offering area families with children who have epilepsy an opportunity to meet at a “Story Hour with Grandma.” On Feb. 9 at 10 a.m., families with children age K-5th grade are invited to come to The Epilepsy Center at 1545 Holland Rd., Suite B to hear stories and participate in fun activities while adults meet for a Parent–to-Parent Support Group. For teens, the Center will offer a “Coffee Beans & Teens” get-together Feb. 23 at 1 p.m. at Biggby Coffee, 306 Dussell Dr. in Maumee. Call The Epilepsy Center at 419867-5950 for reservations or more information about either program. More information is also available by emailing kdiaz@epielsycenter.org.
Cropping for Kids Lutheran Homes Society Family & Youth Services, a ministry of Lutheran Homes Society, will present a “Cropping for Kids” scrapbooking fundraiser Saturday, Feb. 2 at the Blackmon Alternate Learning Center, 40 S. Wheeling St. in Oregon. The event, which is open to the public, runs from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. All proceeds will benefit Partners in Treatment Weekend, a therapeutic program offered by Family & Youth Services that provides counseling and skills training to troubled youth and their families. Cost for the scrapbooking fundraiser is $30 for the 12-hour day and $25 for 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The cost includes half of an eightfoot table at which to work, donuts, juice and coffee in the morning; lunch and the opportunity to win giveaways and prizes. Creative Memories scrapbooking supplies, Premier Designs Jewelry, Scentsy products and massage therapy will be available for purchase throughout most of the day. For more information, contact Aimee Kaminski at 419-693-1520, ext. 309 or email aimeem@familyandyouth.org. The deadline for registration is Jan. 28. LHS Family & Youth Services specializes in the care and treatment of seriously emotionally disturbed, high-risk, multineed, difficult-to-manage children and youth in the least restrictive settings possible.
DivorceCare DivorceCare – a weekly seminar and support group for people who are separated or divorced – will meet Mondays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 4 through April 29 in the Family Life Center at St. Ignatius Catholic Church, 212 N. Stadium Rd., Oregon. For more information, call 419-6931150.
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Cat owners urged to “Beat the Heat” Warmer weather may still be months away, but Humane Ohio wants pet “parents” to “Beat the Heat” by spaying their female cats in advance of their heat cycles and preventing unwanted litters from being born this spring. Animal shelters commonly refer to spring time as “kitten season” because that is when they receive the largest numbers of unwanted litters that are difficult to adopt. To help reduce the number of homeless cats born this spring, Humane Ohio is offering a special “Beat the Heat” promotion sponsored by PetSmart Charities®. During the entire month of February, the non-profit organization will spay owned female cats for the special rate of $20.
Spaying and neutering is one of the most effective ways to reduce the homeless pet population. While some worry that their pet may be too young for this procedure, spaying and neutering is safe for kittens as young as eight weeks old, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association, and Humane Ohio will fix kittens at this age as long as they weigh at least two pounds. “Female cats can have as many as three litters a year, and kittens can breed as young as four months old,” according to Jill Borkowski, Humane Ohio marketing director. “Most people don’t want to see their cat get pregnant over and over again, so hopefully our ‘Beat the Heat campaign will serve as a gentle reminder to cat owners to fix their cats before they go into heat and become pregnant this year.” The special “Beat the Heat” rate is even less than the non-profit organization’s normal low-cost spay/neuter price and is available to all residents of Ohio and Michigan. Cat parents who wish to take advantage of this offer must mention the “Beat the Heat” promotion when they schedule their appointment. Visit www.humaneohio.org or follow Humane Ohio on Facebook at www.facebook.com/humaneohio for more informa-
“Teens/Tweens” series offered The Kern Center for Community and Industrial Development at Terra State Community College is offering a “Teens/ Tweens” series this winter for students in grade five and up. All classes meet 10 a.m. to noon on Saturdays. The fee for each class is $29 but students who enroll in three or more classes receive a 20 percent discount. All supplies and materials are included in class fees. Adults are welcome, too. The schedule includes: • Feb. 2: Handmade Valentines. • Feb. 16: Nail Art 101. • March 23: Make Your Own Lip Balms. • April 13: Make-Up Basics. • April 27: Nail Art 102. To register or for more information, call Marsha at 419-559-2255.
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The Toledo Zoo will celebrate all things football Saturday at a Zooper Bowl celebration Saturday, Feb. 2 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Unlike the football extravaganza, Zooper Bowl tickets are budget-friendly, with visitors getting in half-price Saturday and Sunday Feb. 2 and 3. On top of the zoo’s gridiron games, a Zooper Bowl ticket includes all the zoo’s Winter Weekends activities, including ice-carving, performances by The Wonderful World of Bubbles and Magic from the Land of Down Under, and more. Visit toledozoo.org/winter for a schedule of activities, or call 419-385-4040 for more information.
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Award-winning costume designer to speak at museum In conjunction with the exhibition “Made in Hollywood: Photographs from the John Kobal Foundation,” award-winning costume designer Vinilla “Vin” Burnham will give a free presentation Sunday, Jan. 20 at 2 p.m. at the Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle. The presentation, titled “Touching the Stars: Costume Design from the Covent Garden to Hollywood,” will focus on Burnham’s work for feature films, theater, opera, ballet and television. In addition to designing Lady Gaga’s “Living Dress,” Burnham is the talent behind the Batsuit, the Penguin and Catwoman costumes for “Batman Returns.” She also is known for her “creature” creations, including creatures for Jim Henson’s Creature Shop in London as well as Aslan the Lion for the BBC production of “The Chronicles of Narnia.” The designer recently launched “The Little Costume Shop,” a collection of intricately detailed miniatures of opera and ballet costumes, which are housed at the Royal Opera House at Covent Garden. The “Touching the Stars” presentation is cosponsored by the Museum and the Ballet Theatre of Toledo.
Costume designer Vinilla Burnham, who created Lady Gaga’s “Living Dress” and the Batsuit for “Batman Returns”, will give a free presentation at the Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle. (Photo courtesy of the Toledo Museum of Art)
Jan. 20 also is the last day to see “Made in Hollywood.” Throughout January, tickets to the exhibition are $4 each for nonmembers. Admission for museum members is free. “Made in Hollywood” showcases more than 90 prints by the most important photographers working in Hollywood from 1920 to 1960 and highlights classic images of idols such as Marilyn Monroe and Humphrey Bogart. The exhibition celebrates the finest portraits and still photography drawn from the London-based archive of late author and collector John Kobal. The touring exhibition was organized in 2008 by the Santa Barbara Museum of Art. TMA is its final stop. The local showing of “Made in Hollywood” is made possible by the Toledo Museum of Art members and sponsored in part by Taylor Cadillac. The exhibition and related special programs are supported in part by the Ohio Arts Council’s sustainability grant program funded by an award from the National Endowment for the Arts. The museum is located at 2445 Monroe St. at Scottwood Avenue. For general information, call 800-644-6862, or visit toledomuseum.org.
Colors, shapes, and textures help to create a winter garden By J.K. DePeal Garden Writer news@presspublications.com Well, here we are in the cold, doldrums of winter. The holidays are past and the changing of the years has come and gone. Resolutions firmly made on New Year’s Eve are possibly already beginning to weaken. So often it seems, as someone once quipped, “A New Year’s resolution is something that goes in one year and out the other.” But, how about making a resolution that will make next year more interesting in your yard or garden? A garden without winter interest is just a garden in winter. But a garden with winter interest is a “winter garden.” Color, unusual shapes, textures, and forms in the winter give a yard or garden appeal and beauty. Since your yard is going to be lying there all winter anyway, you might as well bring it to life with interesting trees, shrubs and perennials, which have unique qualities that are at their best in the winter. Picture yourself looking out at your yard on a bright, sunny, winter day. The ground is covered with a fresh layer of new-fallen snow. Against this white background, the red or yellow stems of a dogwood glow in a corner of the yard.
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Shrubs and Bushes “Arctic Fire” Dogwood, C. sericea – thickly-stemmed and an intense red (zones 3-7). “Flavirama” Dogwood, C. sericea, – bright yellow stems (zones 3-7). Henry Lauder’s Walking Stick, Corylus contorta – displays bizarrely twisted, corkscrew like branches (zones 3-9). Pyracantha, clusters of yellow, orange, or red fruits through the winter American Cranberry, Viburnum trilobum – bright red fruits remain into late winter, (zones 4-6).
Ornamental Grasses There are many available ornamental grasses that can be added to the landscape for winter texture, form, and sound. Try some of these plants to make your yard and garden more interesting next winter with unusual shapes and textures and warm, cheery colors. Many of the plants in this list can be found at local nurseries and garden centers or through mail order sources. Some websites to try are: whiteflowerfarm.com, www. waysidegardens.com, www.heronswood. com and www.millernurseries.com.
Perennials Coneflower, Echinacea – dried seedheads give form and texture in winter gar-
If you have garden questions or tips for other gardeners, send them in to dpl3@accesstoledo.com.
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Bowling Green Wood Co. Chapter, Ohio Genealogical Society Meeting Jan. 22, 6:30 p.m., Wood Co. District Public Library Meeting Room, 251 N. Main St. Public welcome. Program will focus on Lineage Societies. Great Decisions 2013, educational discussion series meets six Saturdays Jan. 19 through Feb. 23, from 9:30-11 a.m., Wood Co. Senior Center, 305 N. Main St. Breakfast will be available at 8:45 a.m. BGSU will discuss worldly topics. Free and open to the public. For a schedule. Info: For 419-3535661 or visit Wood County Committee on Aging at Facebook.com/wccoa.
Elmore Elmore American Legion & Auxiliary Post #279 Blood Drive, Feb. 11, noon-6 p.m. at the post. Food canteen. Walk-ins welcome. Storytimes for Preschool-Age Children offered Wed. at 11 a.m., Harris-Elmore Library, 328 Toledo St. Book discussion group meets the 4th Thurs. of each month at 10:30 a.m. New members welcome. Info: 419-862-2482. Elmore Senior Center-Elmore Golden Oldies, Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, 19225 Witty Rd. Lunch served Tues. & Thurs. at noon. Reservations required by 10 a.m. the day before. Blood pressure & blood sugar checks the 4th Tues. of the month; bingo the 4th Tues. of the month after lunch. Reservations: 419-862-3874. Elmore Card Players Meet Thurs. evenings at 7 p.m. at the Elmore Retirement Center.
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Genoa All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast featuring pancakes, sausage, eggs, biscuits and gravy, Jan. 27, 8 a.m.1 p.m., Genoa Legion Hall, 302 West St. Carryouts available. Legion hall rental info available by calling Tom at 419-460-3265. Free Computer Classes offered Tue. Feb. 5 through Mon. Feb. 11, Genoa Branch Library, 602 West St. For a complete list of classes, call 419855-3380 or www.harriselmorelibrary.org. Preschool Storytime meets Tues. at 11 a.m. at the Genoa Branch Library, 602 West St. Book Discussion Groups meet the 3rd Thurs. of the month at 9:30 a.m. & the 3rd Tues. at 7 p.m., Genoa Branch Library, 602 West St. Call 419-8553380 to reserve a book. Genoa Senior Center 514 Main St., serves lunch Mon., Wed. & Fri., 11:30 a.m. (call 419-855-4491 for reservations). Card playing Mon. & Wed. at 12:30 p.m.; blood sugar checks offered the 3rd Wed. of the month; bingo Mon. at 9:30 a.m. Trinity Thrift Shop, 105 4th St., hours are 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 Thurs.3:30-5:30 p.m. and the following Saturday of the same week, 10 a.m. - noon. Serving those who are in Genoa School District. Proper ID and billing address within the district required. Pantry is located at Trinity United Methodist Church, 4th & Main. Info: 419-855-3575 or 419855-8539.
Gibsonburg Active Seniors invited to Meet & Eat at Gibsonburg Senior Center, 100 Meadow Lane. Lunches every weekday, educational & social programs, health assessments & more. Transportation and homedelivered meals available. 419-637-7947.
Jerusalem Twp. Township Trustees Meet the 2nd and 4th Tues. of the month at 6 p.m. at the township hall, 9501 Jerusalem Rd. Jerusalem Twp. Food Pantry, open 2nd Wed. of every month, 9-11 a.m. at the township hall, 9501 Jerusalem Rd.
Lake Twp. Ageless Wonders will meet Feb. 14, 12:30 p.m. at the Woodville Diner, 1949 Woodville Rd., (across from Kroger). Reservations have been made under “Ageless Wonders.” Info: 419-836-3811. Chili Cook-Off Feb. 16, 1 p.m., Lake Twp. Administration Building. Registration at noon. Mobile Food Pantry sponsored by the fire department auxiliary every 3rd Mon. of the month, 5-7 p.m., Fire Station 1, 4505 Walbridge Rd.
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Obituary 5 LFKDUG6W HYHQ³ - DNH´ 7 KLHO HQ R i c h a r d St e v e n “Jake” Thielen, 63, of Millbury, OH (formerly of East Toledo) passed, unexpectedly, on Saturday, January 12, 2013 at St. Vincent’s Hospital. He was born January 10, 1950 to James and Margaret (Rasey) Thielen. He graduated Waite High School in 1968. Jake married his high school sweetheart, Becky Matyok in 1970. Jake was employed at AP Parts, Lutheran Homes and The Wall St. Journal. He owned and operated Jakes Carry Out from 1977 to 1983. Jake enjoyed collecting vintage memorabilia particularly beer signs and cans. He loved spending time outdoors, but loved playing with his grandchildren most of all. Jake is lovingly remembered by his wife, of 42 years, Rebecca “Becky” Thielen; sons, Joseph and Steven Thielen; grandchildren, Iris and Marcus Thielen; brothers, Kenneth, James, John (Gail) and Phillip (Becky) Thielen; sisters, Diane (Richard) Driftmyer and Jacqueline Lee; sisters-in-law, Darlene Thielen, Gretchen Thielen, Margaret Matyok and Dolores Matyok. He is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Ed; brothers-in-law, Lewis, Richard and Robert Matyok. Arrangements were handled by Freck Funeral Chapel, 1155 South Wynn Road, Oregon, Ohio. Memorial donations may be made to the donor’s choice. www.freckchapel.com
Mr. and Mrs. Larry Ray will celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary on January 21, 2013.
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We have weathered many storms of life And Shed a lot of tears We have also shared the happy times Throughout our married years God must have thought me special To give me a companion such as you To share life’s precious moments Each day - a lifetime through I am so glad I married you And together shared this life You will always be the one I love My joy~My love~My wife
Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Gerkensmeyer of Genoa, Ohio announce the engagement of their daughter Sarah Gerkensmeyer to Derik Vincent, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Wyman of Grant, Michigan. Sarah is a 2005 graduate of Genoa high School and 2012 graduate of Owens Community College with a degree in Registered Nursing. Derik is a 2004 graduate of Grant High School and a 2011 graduate of Lourdes University with a BSN degree in Registered Nursing. A wedding is planned for May 11th, 2013 at Grace United Methodist Church in Perrysburg, Ohio.
With Much Love, Bill
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Luckey Scrapbooking Fundraiser Jan. 19, 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Troy-Webster American Legion Hall, 335 Park St. $35 fee includes 6-foot table, lunch and dinner; $30 fee includes half of an 8-foot table, lunch and dinner. Janet Madaras, Creative Memories consultant will have a variety of products available for purchase. Register by calling Becky at 419-4096032. Free Meal 4th Mon. of each month, American Legion Post 240, 335 Park Dr. Serving 5:30-6:30 p.m. Food Pantry open to the public the last Wed. of the month, 1-3 p.m. & the last Thurs. of the month 6-8 p.m., Main St. & Krotzer Ave. Contact local church ofďŹ ces for info.
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About Boating Safely (ABS) Class Feb. 22, 6-9 p.m. and Feb. 23, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Maumee River Yacht Club, 2735 Broadway St. Sponsored by Flotilla 16-15. Registration $30. Info: Phil Wesley at 734-847-8580 or philbedford@bex.net. Country Music at VFW Post 2510, 2nd St., every Wed. at 7 p.m. Open to the public. No cover. Community is invited as musicians volunteer to play for the veteransâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; enjoyment.
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149 Church St., Oak Harbor, OH (419) 898-9503 www.batdorff.com NEW LISTING ! 1252 S Grandview Drive OAK HARBOR - $129,900 Country and On the Golf Course with view of the Portage River, 2 BR, 2 bath, eat in kitchen, deck with awning and much more. Move in ready. Call Bernie Hammer 419307-4060 or Batdorff Real Estate 419-898-6804 for showing.
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Country Cape Cod Home on one acre with many trees, 3 BR, 1.5 bath, extra room could be 4th BR and another full bath. 1.5 car garage, deck. Call Bernie Hammer 419-307-4060 or Batdorff Real Estate 419-898-6804 information or to schedule a showing.
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In town 3 bedroom 2 bath, two story home with beautiful woodwork. New roof and other updates. Mature trees and landscaping. Must see to appreciate! $5,000 BUYERS BONUS AT CLOSING FROM SELLERS! Call Jerry Schultz 419-2610158 or Batdorff Real Estate 419898-6804 to schedule a showing!
NEW PRICE ! 421 E Yeasting GIBSONBURG - $59,900 Excellent starter or retired home, priced to sell. 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bath, eat in kitchen, formal dining, detached 26x15 garage, large lot. Call Bernie Hammer 419-307-4060 or Batdorff Real Estate 419-8986804 information or to schedule a showing.
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2 bedroom apartment, Walbridge, Ohio,103 Clinton, A/C, D/W hook up, $500/mo. + deposit & utilities. Call Willy 419-690-8009 or 313-980-2222 2 Story, 3 bedroom, 1 bath, fenced yard, W/D hookups, No Pets, Section 8 Ok, East Toledo Rogers Street, $530/mo. + $530 deposit. Call or Text 419-654-2222 4 bedroom - Gibsonburg country home, 11/2 baths, lots of storage space, $750/mo., + deposit, No Pets/Smoking, 419-559-7235 East Toledo 1 bedroom apartment, January Special $100 off deposit, all utilities except electric, includes stove/fridge. $395/mo. + $395 deposit. 419-932-0503 EAST TOLEDO 1 bedroom, upper unit, $375/mo.+deposit, 1022 Greenwood, fenced backyard, Section 8 Approved. 419-693-9506 East Toledo 1-bedroom upper duplex, appliances included, $375/month plus utilities. 2-bedroom upper duplex, gas heat included, $450/month. 2-bedroom upper $410/month plus utilities.
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419-698-9058 East Toledo 1225 Starr, 3 bedroom, $500/mo. + $500 deposit, tenants pay electric/gas, no pets. Call Daniel 419-460-3112 East Toledo, 3 bedroom upper duplex, $425/mo., 3 bedroom lower, $425/mo + deposit and utilities, appliances, No Pets. 419-691-3074 Genoa, Upper apartment, 2 bedroom, $500mo. + utilities. No Smoking/Pets, Call 419-855-8411 Northwood, 2 bedroom house, $525/mo., + deposit $525., includes stove/fridge/W&D/water, No Pets, Call 419-917-4611 RJ.
Northwood/Williston Rd. 1 Bdrm, partially furnished $550 p/mo + deposit Includes gas & electric Non smoking/no pets Credit application required 419-392-8968 Oregon â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1738 N. Stadium 3bd/2bath, 1 story, detached 2 car garage. Small pets ok, but no dogs. Close to local and State parks. $990/mo. First, last & $500 deposit required. Open Sunday Jan. 20, 123pm for applications. Questions, call 419-340-9460.
OREGON APARTMENTS 1 bedroom, spacious, patio, appliances, low deposit, car port available, C/A, $395/mo. + utilities; 2 bedroom, all electric, $495/mo.; 2 bedroom unit $495/mo., heat included.
Visit us on our website at: www.oregonarms.net Call 419-972-7291 419-277-2545 Oregon Ranch, 1 acre, 3 bedrooms, fenced yard, walk to park, available January. $1,075/mo 419691-3049 OREGON SCHOOLS -1520 Groll 2 bedrooms, quiet neighborhood, full basement, 1 car garage, $710 +deposit. 419-704-2760 Oregon, 130 N. Yarrow. 2-bedroom, 2-car garage, all appliances, no pets, $725/month + deposit + utilities. 419343-3421 Oregon, 3 bedroom home, 2 bath, family room, A/C, fenced yard, quiet street, appliances included. $950/mo., 419-266-5793 Quiet duplex on 1 acre lot, near Maumee Bay State Park, 2 large bedrooms, 1.5 bath, large kitchen/appliances, family room w/fireplace, full basement, garage, no shoveling/mowing/smoking or pets. $800/mo 419-260-6705 WOODVILLE 3 bedroom house, 1 ½ bath, $600 mo./ + deposit & utilities. 419-666-2639 Woodville Mall, quiet 2 bedroom condo, 1½ bath, garage, appliances, $600/mo +deposit/utilities, references, 419-450-9470.
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Mike's Hauling We buy junk cars, trucks and vans Scrap metal hauled free. 419-666-1443
Avon Reps Needed. Earning Potential Unlimited. $10.00 Starter Kit. Call for Appointment 419-666-5680 CRYOGENIC TRANSPORTATION LLC Has an immediate need for Class A CDL drivers out of MONCLOVA, OH. We offer Local, Regional & OTR positions, competitive pay, medical benefits for you and your family, paid training on product handling, paid uniforms, paid vacations, 401K & MORE! Requirements: 2 years Tractor-Trailer experience, Tank & Hazmat endorsements (or ability to obtain) & Safe Driving Record. APPLY NOW at: TheKAG.com Or call Recruiting at (800) 871-4581 Drivers: Home Weekends! Competitive Wages! Paid Vacations, Personal Days. Health, Dental, 401K. No Touch Freight. Dedicated. 24hr Dispatch.CDL-A. 866-964-0221 Drivers: Home Weekends. Pay up to .40 cpm. Chromed out trucks w/APU's. 70% Drop & Hook. CDL-A, 6mos Exp. 877-704-3773 or apply @ Smithdrivers.com Drivers: Want a Professional Career? Haul Flatbed Loads for Trinity Logistics Group! Earn $.41-.51cpm! CDL-A w/2yrs Exp. EEO/AA 800628-3408 www.trinitytrucking.com
Genoa area Looking for full-time or part-time managing cosmetologist with clientèle. 419-356-6381 Hairageous Salon, Woodville Rd., Northwood. Booth rent available, 1st month free. Call Dawn 419-691-3220 Insurance Rep- West Toledo Temp to Perm. We are recruiting for several candidates that are interested in working in the Insurance Business. Will be focusing on Property, Casualty, Life and Health Insurance. Prefer candidates to have Licenses, however, willing to train candidates with excellent customer service, sales and computer skills. Will develop leads, schedule appointments, establish client relationships, identify customer needs and market appropriate products and services. Respond to inquiries regarding insurance availability, eligibility coverages, policy changes, transfers, claim submissions and billing clarification. $13.00 temp to perm positions. Email resume to toledo.oh@manpower.com with Insurance in the subject line. Part-time Janitorial Position â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Genoa, Wednesday nights after 5pm for 4 hours and Saturday after 9am for 4 hours. Dusting, Sweeping, Mopping, Cleaning restrooms. Must have own transportation and clean police record, $12.00 an hour. Call Roxie at Toledo Building Services 419-241-3101 for application information. SALES OPPORTUNITY NABF College World Series media publications/sponsorship. Commission only. Call 419-936-3887, leave name and phone number.
Substitute Positions in the Genoa School District Renhill Group is currently recruiting Substitute Teachers, Educational Aides, Food Service Workers, Playground/Lunchroom Monitors and Custodians for Genoa Local Schools. These immediate positions are on call and as needed. To find out the requirements for these positions and apply online, go to www.renhillgroup.com or call 419-254-2814. Renhill Group is an EOE. TRUCK TRAILER MECHANICS Lakeshore Utility Trailer, Inc. is seeking hardworking professionals to join out team. M-F 8-5. Must have tools & one year verifiable experience. Physical exam and drug screen required. Mechanics helpers considered after mechanic openings are filled. Apply in person. No phone calls please. Lakeshore Utility Trailer, Inc. 3235 Moline-Martin Rd. Millbury, OH. 43447 Welding Positions North Toledo We are searching for experienced welders. Must have previous experience from past employment or school. These are temp to perm positions paying $14.00 per hour. Drug and Bkg checks will be conducted. Will need HS Diploma or GED. Call Manpower at 419-893-4413 or email resume to toledo.oh@manpower.com enter welding in the subject line
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Nutrition Aide/Janitor Rossford Candidate must have a high school diploma or GED and ability to operate kitchen equipment and one year experience in food preparation and custodial work. Duties include transporting and serving meals and snacks, maintaining a sanitary environment for food and storage, daily cleaning of the kitchen, bathroom and classroom, and preparing and maintaining accurate reports and documents. Physical exam, drug screening, MVR and background check are required. Must have insured, dependable transportation for daily use, valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license, and a safe driving record. Seasonal, Part-Time, Avg. 30 hrs/wk, $8.65/hr. Applications must be received by February 3, 2013; apply online at wsos.org/employment. EOE
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Sacred Heart Home/Little Sisters of the Poor are looking for Part time and PRN STNAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Candidates need to be state-licensed and in good standing in the state NA registry. They will be accountable for providing loving care to our residents. Prior experience is preferred but not required. We are located at 930 S. Wynn Road across from Pearson Park in Oregon. (419) 698-4331 EOE hroregon@littlesistersofthepoor.org
LEGAL NOTICE The Annual Financial Report for the Village of Clay Center has been filed with the Auditor of the State. A copy can be seen by contacting the Clerk-Treasurer at (419)855-7444 to make arrangements to view. John Weber, Clerk-Treasurer 420 Main St, P.O. Box 52, Clay Center, OH 43408
ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT This is to certify that the annual Township Financial Report for 2012 has been filed with the Auditor of State as per ORC Sec. 117.38 for Madison Township, Sandusky County, Ohio. A copy of this report and all supporting documentation is available for public inspection at the office of the Board. Contact Fiscal Officer for appointment. S. L. Stevenson, Fiscal Officer Madison Township Gibsonburg, Ohio 43431
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Woodville Township Trustees will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, February 6, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. at the Woodville Township Fire Station, 321 East Main Street, Woodville, Ohio to discuss proposed amendments to the Woodville Township Zoning Resolution relating to home-based businesses, wind turbines, and several other definition improvements. Persons who desire to state objection or support for these proposed changes are encouraged to appear in person or by attorney at this meeting. Correspondence may be mailed to Woodville Township, P.O. Box 121, Woodville, Ohio 43469. Information regarding these changes is available for public viewing at the Woodville Public Library, 101 East Main Street, Woodville. Woodville Township Trustees Lori Kepus, Fiscal Officer, 419-849-2492
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Are you in need of a housekeeper, I do general/deep housecleaning also run errands (doctor's appointments, groceries, etc), or just some companionship for your loved one or just someone to provide loving pet care in your home while you're gone? Flexible hours and competitive wage. 419-464-5826. Child care provided in my Oregon home or your home, volunteer parttime at Lucas County Children Services, references and very reasonable. Robin 419-392-4863
Father of three is looking for work . Experienced in Sales; Would like to sell cars.. Any days, any hours. Call 419-559-3212
Electrical Service Changes from fuses to breakers, 100/200 etc., House Wiring Specialist, 567-277-5333 (local)
* Antiques * Buying all types and estates, including old toys, advertising items, Watches. 419-351-7014 or 419-6915808 Antiques, furniture, lamps, paintings, pottery. Stony Ridge Antiques. 419-837-3068 and 419-837-5490
$ Buying WANTED $ all items Gold - Silver - Platinum â&#x20AC;˘ Coin Collections â&#x20AC;˘ Pocketwatches â&#x20AC;˘ Old Wristwatches Michael Tadsen Jewelers 4201 Woodville Rd., Northwood
Experienced hair care that comes to homebound disabled persons. All hair services provided. Available 5 days a week. Servicing Oregon, Genoa, Walbridge, Perrysburg Twp, and South Toledo Call Patty K. at 419-283-9628
Hardwood Flooring, Refinishing, Installation, and Repair Work. 18-yrs experience. Call Kyle 419-343-3719
We buy any scrap medal. Old cars, Refrigerators, Stoves, Lawn mowers, Yard equipment, etc. Call Mike 419-350-8662
General house cleaning and offices. Reasonable, 30 yrs. experience and referenses. 419-6661753
For the Home, Lawn, Farm & Garden Generators, Riding Mowers, Log Splitters, Trimmers, Edgers, Chainsaws, Lawnmowers, Leaf Blowers, etc. Track Record of Professional Service and Happy Customers Reasonable Rates 419-260-8990
IF YOU USED THE MIRENA IUD between 2000 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; present and suffered perforation or embedment in the uterus requiring surgical removal, pelvic inflammatory disease leading to hysterectomy or had a child born with birth defects you may be entitled to compensation. Contact Attorney Charles Johnson 1-800-535-5727 IF YOU USED THE MIRENA IUD between 2000 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; present and suffered perforation or embedment in the uterus requiring surgical removal, pelvic inflammatory disease leading to hysterectomy or had a child born with birth defects you may be entitled to compensation. Contact Attorney Charles Johnson 1-800-535-5727 Thanks St. Jude, Blessed Virgin Mary, St. Anne and all for prayers answered. jah WERE YOU IMPLANTED WITH A ST. JUDE RIATA DEFIBULATOR LEAD WIRE between June, 2001 and December, 2010? Have you had this lead replaced, capped or did you receive shocks from the lead? You may be entitled to compensation. Contact Attorney Charles Johnson 1800-535-5727
Do you need to speak with confidence or better clarity? Be our guest at the next Toastmasters Club Meeting. No Classes - No Pressure Just an inviting, supportive environment. We all have similar goals. Come to Bay Park Community Hospital the first and third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 P.M. Visitors always welcome. Call Ken for more info 419-378-1777 or check our local website: tinyurl.com/7475cv6 or the district: www.d28toastmasters.org
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"
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Jake's Drywall We service Northwest Ohio. No job is too big or too small. 20 years experience. Fully insured. Free estimates. 419-360-3522
Roofer & Company LLC (Previously Hatfield Roofing) Commercial and Residential All Types ,Re-roof and Repair Senior Discount/Free Estimates Reasonable, BBB 419-836-9863
BAY AREA We haul anything away. Barn, Garage, Yard clean up services etc. Dump Truck and Bobcat Services Available. Call Mike 419-350-8662
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BOWLING GREEN FLEA MARKET Wood County Fairgrounds Jan. 19 & 20 (9am-4pm) 2 Buildings open and full! Antiques, collectibles, books, jewelry, coins, lamps, rag rugs, crafts, sports cards, new vendors added. Lunch stand 8am-4pm.
Fork Lift Friday Forklift training each Friday. Call Penta Career Center for more information at
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Charter Bus Tours I am in my planning season now. 4/27-5/1 - Virginia International Military Extravaganza Norfolk, Va. $699 Lots of surprises!!! July 6-18 - Nova Scotia includes Bar Harbor & Maine coast Call for detailed fliers.
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Certified General Appraiser
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Responsibilities: Appraise current association collateral and potential loan collateral to provide an unbiased determination of value for security analysis. Understands fundamental appraisal approaches and procedures. Collect, record and analyze data necessary to the administration of the Appraisal Department. Maintain sales data in assigned counties. For more information and to apply, visit www.agcredit.net by February 1, 2013. Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. EOE M/F D/V
Contents Auction January 27, 2013 (Noon) 5001 South St. Lot 8 Toledo, Ohio 43615 (BE CAREFUL PARKING, DO NOT PARK ON GRASS) Furn.: RCA gas stove, Whirlpool double door refrigerator, drop front desk w/3 drawers, Kitchen table & 4 chairs, Wicker chair, dresser, futon & more. Household: Bakers rack, new Whirlpool microwave, juicer, small appliances, RCA Disc changer (stereo), VCR, VCRDVD player, speakers, T.V.s', computer, monitor & keyboard, computer games, CDs, Dirt Devil spot scrubber, floor lamp, book case, pictures & frames, Pots & pans, dishes, tableware, Singer 34 Stitch sewing machine, Slate tower Fountain, radio nite light, linens & doilies. Misc: Old headsets, Air sticks, HO train sets & access., key board, toys, air plane, Lego's, children's books, exercise ball, clothes, shoes, mannequin heads, Christmas, mirrors, Plastic lawn table & chairs, wind chime, college books & large roll of bubble wrap. Collectibles: Watches & jewelry, Signed Globe Trotters ball, cookie jars, oil lamps, baseball & basketball trading cards, Barbie & Ken carrying cases, Beatles CDs, magazines on Elvis, comic books, Beaded purse & others, world globe, animal figuring's, Old manicure set celluloid, tins, straight razor, wooden carrier, lighter, paper weights &old collectible tools.Glass: Carnival, Fire King, Chrystal candy dish, blown glass animals, Ruby & Turquoise. Garage: Telescope, new rechargeable car starters, Tackle box, misc. tools, Induction motor, garden hand tools, cordless weed eater, heavy duty lead cords & more. Go to Auctionzip.com # 4464 or www.belkofersauctionservice.com for complete list & pictures. TERMS: cash/check ID for bid number. Items sold as is where is. No warranty!
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Learn Guitar, Drums, Bass, Banjo, Band Instruments, Piano. Professional Musicians All Styles. Dr. Dave's Band Aide, 2048 Starr Avenue, Toledo, 419-693-3900.
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Wanted blue ball canning jars with or without zic lids. 419-307-4280 or 419-308-5840
American Bulldog, female, 8 months old, all white with brindle marking on ear, shots, to approved home only. Adoption fee. 419-7087074 or 419-691-3078.
Rotweiler puppies, $450/each. 3 females, 1 male, ready by January 20. Parents on site. Taking $150 deposit. 419-467-9141.
Hi! I'm George! I am a Black Labrador Retriever mix, male super sweet boy with lots of energy! I love to play fetch and will drop the ball for you to throw to me again and again. I get along well with cats and most other dogs, and walk well on a leash. I'm pretty smart and know commands such as sit, stay, and kennel up. I did test heart worm positive upon intake, so I have to go through the lengthy treatment to get rid of them. I am hoping that someone will open up their home to me while I go through treatment and help to keep me quiet and lots of love so I can heal. I would make a great dog for an experienced owner that has lots of time and energy. If you think that we're a match made in heaven, stop out and meet me! woodcountyhumanesociety.com
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APPLIANCE WORKS INC. Washers, Dryer, Ranges, Microwaves, Refrig., Air Conditioners, Dishwashers, Disposers, Freezers
Operated By Mark Wells
419-836-FIXX (3499)
MAIN STREET MOTORS Guaranteed Lowest Rates Weekly Specials
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Mike Halka
419-350-8662 Oregon, OH
Electrical Contractor
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â&#x20AC;˘ Free estimates â&#x20AC;˘ Pick up and delivery available â&#x20AC;˘ Senior Discounts www.BlackSwampWoodWorks.com
419-205-7682
Serving You for 20 Years! Contact me for a new or used vehicle.
3000 Dustin Rd. Oregon, OH
For a Great Dunn Deal See
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1996 Ford Crown Victoria, very good condition, 70,000mi., $2,500 OBO. 419-693-8575 call between 8am to 2pm. 2006 Chevy HHR LT, 1 owner, maroon, with running boards, roof rails, good Michelin tires, 1 year old brakes & struts, 139,000mi., mostly highway, $4,600. 419-836-8794 or 419-367-6758
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836-7461
Plumbing
ALL COMPLETE PLUMBING
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Residential/Commercial Senior & Veteran Discount
Gray Plumbing 25 Years Experience **** 24 HR. SERVICE **** D.O.T. Certified. Insured/Bonded All Major Credit Cards Accepted â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Senior Discount â&#x20AC;&#x201D; LICENSED MASTER PLUMBER
Jim Gray
419-691-7958
OREGON PLUMBING No Jobs Too Small Insured - Bonded
419-340-0857 419-862-8031 Hauling
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Lawn Services
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1550 Woodville Rd. Millbury, OH. 43447 Call 419-836-2221 or 1-800-300-6158
DOCK FOR SALE. Anchor Pointe Marina. B-bank, maintenance free, deck included. $3,000/OBO. 419467-3354.
Cycleman We repair Chinese Pocket Bikes and Scooters, and Mopeds, many parts available, also repair motorcycles, Call Wed. - Sat (10-6pm) 419-244-2525.
1999 Ski-Doo 500 Formula Z, excellent condition, studded track, must see, $2900. 419-250-6009
Burkin Self Storage â&#x20AC;˘ Camper Storage Inside & Outside
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St. Rt. 51, South of Elmore 419-862-2127
If Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re an Expert and want to get involved... CALL 836-2221. Deadline: 11 a.m. Thursday
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(419)693-3000 (419)392-5252
$30per item
Veterans & Senior Citizensâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Discounts
Automotive
We will inspect...
Concrete
2008 Honda Accord V6 Ex-L-Navigation, 55,000mi., Interior Gray, Exterior Blue, Sunroof, Excellent Condition. $18,250.00. 419-698-1080
Cadillac Head Gasket Repair Is your Northstar engine losing coolant? Have it tested free at TMZ Automotive. 419-837-9700.
THE PRESS EXPERTS Appliance Repair
Flower Path Pet Grooming Toy - $18.00 Small-$20.00 Designer cuts on cats and dogs, 20 yrs. experience. Free coffee. 419-862-3894
Female Pomeranian puppy, tan, 4 months old, $250. 419-320-0385 or 419-341-5355
GENERAC XL5500 GENERATOR 120/240 volt, 5500 watt, $575.00. 419-367-8256
The Press
A Liquidation Sale Bedroom, Living Room, Mattress Sets, 40% to 70% Off Retail. 1294 Conant Street, Maumee 419-897-9062
George
Commercial Scotsman Ice Machine (Model B-5309) Call 419-4660571 for additional information. Ideal for Club or Restaurant.
Buying Quality Antiques, From single to whole estates, Also old toys, advertising items, watches, pottery419-351-7014
Full Size Snack machine, 5 row, dollar bill acceptor/ coin changer, $450 OBO. 419-215-5212
Bear Collection $65.00 OBO. 419-666-0858
Cabbage Patch Dolls $5 each and other Collectibles. 419-855-7038.
419-693-8736 Licensed Master Plumber Roy Bomyea
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DON GAMBY EXTERIOR DECORATORS
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Be An Expert! Call 419-836-2221 or 1-800-300-6158 to be included in the Experts
Vinyl & Aluminum Siding Gutters, Awnings, Windows, Roofing, Shutters, Pre-cast Stone, Custom Design Decks Licensed, Bonded & Insured
419-862-2359 42 Years Experience
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Roofing
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Storage
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BAUMANN AUTO GROUP GENOA
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Baumann Auto Group Genoa
Our goal is to sell every vehicle for $200 LESS than the competition!
Fusion “Early Early Bird Bird” Last 2 payments waived!
ARRIVING DAILY - NEW
2013 FORD FUSION TITANIUM MSRP $30,995 Lease A/Z Plan $199
mo. x 24 mo. $2,700 due at signing Lease X Plan $229* mo. x 24 mo. $3,250 due at signing Lease Retail $249* mo. x 24 mo. $3,150 due at signing *
HYBRID IN STOCK $500 CASH BACK
*Ford rebates included. Ford Credit Financing required. 10,500 miles per year allowed, 20¢ per mile thereafter. Security deposit, tax, title, documents and plates extra, subject to credit approval. See dealer for details. Offer ends January 31, 2013.
NEW
2013 FORD ESCAPE S MSRP $23,665 NOW $20,990* or first 3 payments on “us” Lease A/Z Plan $146** Lease X Plan $187** Lease Retail $190**
mo. x 24 mo. $3,000 due at signing mo. x 24 mo. $3,000 due at signing mo. x 24 mo. $3,000 due at signing
*Ford rebates included. Ford Credit Financing required, includes $500 rebate. Security deposit, tax, title, documents and plates extra, subject to credit approval. See dealer for details. **Ford rebates included. Ford Credit Financing required. 10,500 miles per year allowed, 15¢ per mile thereafter. Security deposit, tax, title, documents and plates extra, subject to credit approval. See dealer for details. Offer ends January 31, 2013.
NEW
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Our goal is to sell every vehicle for $200 less than the competition!
2013 Chevy Cruze LS MSRP $19,020
$18 18,8 ,800 00
Buy for Or Lease for $87 $87** ** per mo. *Price includes all rebates and incentives plus tax, title, license & document fees extra upon approved credit. See dealer for details. **Lease is for 24 months, $3,990 due at signing, plus tax, title, license & document fees extra. 10,000miles per year. With approved credit. See dealer for details.
Offer ends 2/3/13
2013 Chevy Malibu LS MSRP $23,290
Lease A/Z Plan $135**
mo. x 24 mo. $2,500 due at signing Lease X Plan $160** mo. x 24 mo. $2,500 due at signing Lease Retail $170** mo. x 24 mo. $2,500 due at signing
*Ford rebates included. Ford Credit Financing required, includes $500 rebate. Security deposit, tax, title, documents and plates extra, subject to credit approval. See dealer for details. **Ford rebates included. Ford Credit Financing required. 10,500 miles per year allowed, 15¢ per mile thereafter. Security deposit, tax, title, documents and plates extra, subject to credit approval. See dealer for details. Offer ends January 31, 2013.
NEW
0% FOR 60 MONTHS
2012 FORD F150 XLT CREW MSRP $38,315 NOW $29,490* or first 3 payments on “us” *Ford rebates included. Ford Credit Financing required, includes $500 rebate. Security deposit, tax, title, documents and plates extra, subject to credit approval. See dealer for details. Offer ends January 31, 2013.
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$22 22,9 ,900 00
Buy for Or Lease for $129 $129** ** per mo. *Price includes all rebates and incentives plus tax, title, license & document fees extra upon approved credit. See dealer for details. **Lease is for 24 months, $3,990 due at signing, plus tax, title, license & document fees extra. 10,000miles per year. With approved credit. See dealer for details.
Offer ends 2/3/13
2013 Chevy Equinox LS MSRP $24,580
$23 23,744 ,744
2010 Ford Fusion SE
$13,500
2010 Ford Fusion SE
2009 Mercury Milan #F20852A
$12,000
#F20903
$13,500
2005 Ford Five Hundred SEL 2002 Chevy Silverado 1500 2008 Ford Edge Limited
$7,000
2008 Nissan Rogue #F3239A
#F3228A
$4,000
2004 Dodge Dakota SLT
$15,500 15,500
#F21254
$10,500
#F3196B
2010 Hyundai Elantra #F3068A
$10,500
2009 Mazda CX-7
$16,500 #F3332A $14,000
2007 Ford F-150 SuperCrew 2009 Ford Fusion SEL #F3206A
$17,500 #F3369A $12,500
Buy for Or Lease for $221 $221** ** per mo. *Price includes all rebates and incentives plus tax, title, license & document fees extra upon approved credit. See dealer for details. **Lease is for 39 months, $2,600 due at signing, plus tax, title, license & document fees extra. 12,000miles per year. With approved credit. See dealer for details.
Offer ends 2/3/13
2013 Chevy Silverado1500 MSRP $36,175
$34 34,185 ,185
Jeff Brown Gen. Mgr.
Brian Gentry
Larry Ponzi
John Wronkowicz
RJ Stachowiak
Curtis Miller
Grant Miller
Nick Paul
Dennis Healy
Dean Buhrow
Mike Schlosser
Anthony Sondergeld
Jerry Heilman
BAUMANN FORD GENOA
22110 W. St. Rt. 51, Genoa • 419-855-8366
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Buy for Or Lease for $299 $299** ** per mo. 4 ge, 4x Packa r ta S All Offer ends 2/3/13
Baumann Chevy Certified Pre-Owned
2012 Chevy Cruze LT
2012 Chevy Traverse LT #FC120877
$27,000
#FC120904
$18,000
2012 Chevy Silverado 1500 2005 Buick LaCrosse CXL
$19,900
#FC12469K
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2005 Dodge Grand Caravan 2006 Chevy Silverado 1500 2013 Ford Explorer Limited
$5,500
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2008 Chrysler Sebring Terry Paul Exec. Mgr.
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Extra $1,000 off for * GM Employee’s
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Extra $1,000 off for * GM Employee’s
MSRP $20,780
NOW $17,590* or first 3 payments on “us”
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Extra $500 off for * GM Employee’s
#FC121274K
$14,500
2011 Chevy Camaro
$10,500
#FC12378A
Terry Paul Exec. Mgr.
Jeff Brown Gen. Mgr.
Nick Paul
Brian Gentry
Larry Ponzi
$37,000
2008 Pontiac G6 #FC121202
#FC121272A
$24,000
$14,000
2010 Dodge Ram 1500
2005 Ford F-250 SD Harley-Davidson
$24,000
Dennis Healy
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$8,500
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THE PRESS JANUARY 21, 2013
You’re Invited to Our
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Shop January 21-26 Monday - Wednesday, Friday 10am - 6pm Thursday 10am - 8pm Saturday 10am - 5pm
40% * OFF Everything Except Pandora and Kameleon Jewelry *Excludes prior sales and layaways. In-stock merchandise only. 12-18 months interest free for qualified accounts.
Spend $495 or more and receive a $50 gift certificate for either The Real Seafood Co. or Ciao! Ristorante.
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3239 Navarre Ave. • Oregon, Ohio • 419.693.4311
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WWW.DUNNCHEVY.COM USED 30TH Annual INDOOR
GREEN TAG SALE!
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Thursday, January 24th-Monday, January 28th
INDOORS SATURDAY JAN. 26th
• OVER 150 USED w/100,000 mi. FACTORY WARRANTY • Newly Expanded Display Area
If you’ve waited for the right time to BUY, IT’S HERE, IT’S NOW, IN OREGON!
This is a “Thank You for 104 Years” We are the Nation’s Oldest Car Dealer! We treat our customers right! Main Lot Staff Jay Dunn Tony Carl Joe Frobase Randy Readal Dave Bodette Todd Kregulka Paul Mann Bruce Nickles
3000 Dustin Rd. Oregon 419-693-3000
I-280 & Navarre Oregon 419-698-4323
“Northwest Ohio’s Largest & the Nation’s Oldest GM Dealer”
U CAN’T BEAT A DUNN DEAL!
I-280 Lot Staff Dave Smith Tim Hartman John Blevins Bill Pozmanski Ron Cowell Curt Dunn Phil Huckaba Bill Erb
YOU’RE GONNA SEE THE SAME FAMILIAR FACES AT DUNN’S. YOU’LL LIKE THE GUYS & GALS AT DUNN
375 USED CARS ON SALE • ONE OF OHIO’S LARGEST USED TRUCK INVENTORIES
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