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Solar project Dean Sandwisch, director of business affairs, Oregon City Schools, chats with Steve Hall of Lake Erie Electric, on the roof of Starr Elementary School were approximately 634 solar panels are being installed. The 288 kW solar array will produce nearly 332,000 kWh annually. Another solar project is being constructed at Jerusalem Elementary School. Both projects are expected to be completed in April. (Press photo by Ken Grosjean)

Smashing the stereotype

Punk rock birder idolizes author Close your eyes, and in your mind’s eye picture what you think a typical bird watcher looks like.

Paul Riss used to see the same vision.

“People always think bird watchers are little old ladies,” said Riss, a 42-year-old Canadian. “I thought I would try to change that (stereotype) by making a documentary, called ‘Punk Rock Big Year.’ People say I don’t look like a bird watcher.”

Riss is one of the keynote speakers at this year’s Biggest Week in American Birding, which will be held May 3-12. He has been “birding,” he said, since he was 10 or 11 years old.

“My dad was kind of looking for a way to spend time with his son,” Riss said.

“One of his buddies said, ‘Take him to the conservation area.’ That very first time, a Chickadee landed on my hand and that was it. I was hooked. Ever since then I’ve been crazy about birding.”

The term “crazy” may be putting it mildly. Riss has covered his body in 88 bird tattoos, and he plans to increase that number to more than 200.

Born and raised in a small town about an hour east of Toronto, Riss and his wife, Rachel, are the parents of 5-year-old boy and girl twins. The family produces 8 percent of its own food, Riss said, and built a

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greenhouse in the backyard.

The tattoos, he said, are a tribute to his love of birding.

“I want people to say, ‘He did what?

That’s crazy!” Riss said. “When people meet me or read my blog, they say this guy’s really not nuts, he’s just passionate about this. I have a very good job, and a wife and 5-year-old twins. When people watch my film, I want people to understand bird watchers aren’t necessarily what you think they are.

“Maybe they’ll pay a little bit more attention to someone who is covered in tattoos and interested in punk music. Birds are kind of the gateway ‘drug’ to the rest of nature. Kids love them. We have a bird feeder in our backyard and my son says, ‘Dad, I wish I was a bird.’ I say, ‘why?’ He

says, ‘Cause I wish I could fly.’ If we can gets kids into it, that’s awesome.”

Oak Harbor resident and famous birding author Kenn Kaufman, who is also a naturalist and conservationist, was the inspiration for Riss’s film “Punk Rock Big Year.” Riss said being a keynote speaker at this year’s Biggest Week in American Birding is “quite an honor.”

“Kenn Kaufman is kind of a birding hero for me,” Riss said. “There are two sentences in his book, Kingbird Highway, where that really gave me the inspiration for doing the ‘Punk Rock Big Year’ thing.

Kenn dropped out of high school as a kid and hitchhiked 70,000 miles to see as many birds as he could in America. He was going someplace to see these crows. He got picked up and said he was a bird watcher, and they said he didn’t look like a bird watcher. They said bird watchers are bluehaired and 70 years old.”

On Jan. 1, 2011, Riss decided he was going to take an entire year to try to see as many different species of birds as he could in the Ontario area. “Punk Rock Big Year” tells that story.

“I’m trying to do something different to catch peoples’ attention,” Riss said. “I grew up listening to punk music. I vowed to tattoo the Latin name of every bird that I saw on my body. I ended up seeing 234

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A stream of complaints from residents and research by the village administration and council led to the decision to set the speed limit on main roads in the Village of Walbridge back to 35 miles per hour, Mayor Ed Kolanko said last week.

After conferring with the Ohio Department of Transportation, the village dropped the limit in September to 25 miles per hour on North Main Street, from Elm Street to the village’s northern corporation limit, and on South Main, as well as a stretch of Walbridge Road, which runs east-west.

Mayor Dan Wilczynski, who stepped down from office earlier this year, said at the time the lower limit put the village in compliance with state law.

However, after residents complained of the village becoming a speed trap, Police Chief Ken Frost and councilman Fred Sloyer, chairman of council’s safety committee, studied the issue further and determined the limits could be set at 35.

“Council and myself continued to hear dissatisfaction from many residents regarding this issue,” Mayor Kolanko said. “We listened to those comments and continued to research and work on what the village could do to remedy the concerns.

Last month, council approved an ordinance after only two readings to amend the village code regarding speed limits.

“Speed limit signs are correctly posted throughout town,” the mayor said.

Walbridge Road as it enters the village from the east was becoming a particular headache for motorists. On the west-bound lane into the village from an I-280 overpass, the 25 mile per hour limit was 30 miles per hour limit less than east-bound lane, which sits in Lake Township.

Worse, village police occasionally place a radar unit along the road.

Cecil Adkins, a former member of village council, was a vocal critic of the 25 mile per hour limit and even retained an

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BP-Husky’s new unit improves efficiency and competitivenesss Officials from BP-Husky Refining last week cut the ribbon on the state-of-the-art naphtha reformer at its Oregon refinery.

Mark Dangler, president and refinery manager, stated in a company news release, “The Reformer 3 unit will significantly improve the plant’s efficiency and competitiveness. The increased energy efficiency of this unit will also reduce refinery air emissions by five percent, building on our track record of driving down criteria air emissions at the plant by 45 percent since 2000.

“The roughly $400 million reformer investment is the result of more than 1,500 skilled trades people working over the last two years to ensure a successful and safe completion of this significant new process unit.”

The project involved replacing two older catalytic reformers and a hydrogen plant with a single 42,000 barrels per day reformer. Catalytic reforming is an essential part of the oil refining process. Reformers use special reactors and catalyst to transform naphtha into high octane gasoline blend stocks.

The latest technology for both reforming and catalyst regeneration was used for the project. The refinery will see a three percent increase in gasoline production.

“BP is committed to safe and reliable operations and this project is a prime example of that commitment,” stated Doug Sparkman, president of BP’s East of the Rockies Fuels Value Chain. “Not only was the project delivered on-time, and on-budget, it was also completed safely, achieving a new safety milestone at the refinery. Meeting our commitments to safety, quality and performance positions the Toledo refinery for future investments.”

The company announced earlier in the year it will begin construction in late 2013 or early 2014 on a $400 million project to enable it to refine its own sour crude from the Husky oil sands field in Alberta, Canada. More than 1,500 contractors will be on site during peak construction. The project should be completed in 2015.

BP-Husky refines about 160,000 barrels of crude oil daily into six million gallons of gasoline and diesel fuels, aviation fuels, propane, kerosene and asphalt. The company employs 600 and typically has 600 contractors on site.

In other news, the Eastern Maumee Bay Chamber of Commerce recently awarded BP-Husky a Prism Award in the Community Partner category for achieving a new safety milestone and for its charitable contributions.

The refinery is closing in on 10 million hours without a lost time injury. It credits one practice in helping it achieve the milestone. Under that practice, Near-Miss Reporting, workers are encouraged to report an incident which could have, but did not,

Workplace result in an injury accident. It has been more than two years since the last lost time injury.

The refinery also provides more than $600,000 each year in charitable contributions.

Gold stars A.A. Boos & Sons won the Construction Safety Excellence Award in the Building Division at the 94th annual convention of the Associated General Contractors held recently in Palm Desert, California.

Thousands of submissions for the contest were analyzed and A.A. Boos was selected as one of three companies chosen to deliver a presentation to a panel of industry experts.

Scott Hayes, vice-president, and Larry Nearhood, safety director, accepted the award.

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Dunkin’ Donuts is one of the leading baked goods and coffee companies in the world, selling 1.5 billion cups of hot and iced coffee every year.

At the clubs Christopher Gillcrist, executive director of the Great Lakes Historical Society, will speak to the public Thursday, March 21 about the National Museum of the Great Lakes expected to open in September at the Marina District in East Toledo.

Gillcrist will describe new exhibits and the process used to create them. He will also talk about the objectives for the museum and how it will be funded.

The museum will be located in the Toledo Marina building adjacent to the relocated S.S. Schoonmaker Museum ship.

There will exhibits on Great Lakes exploration, settlement, industry and shipwrecks.

The presentation will be held at Hope Church, 5650 Starr Ave. on the Starr Extension off Wynn Road in Oregon (behind the Oregon Rec Center). The East Toledo Club is sponsoring the talk which will begin at 12:30, following the club’s monthly luncheon. The public is invited. RSVP to Jodi Gross at 419-691-1429, ext 213.

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Oregon City Schools will unveil the first-ever CNC Milling Center in Clay High School history Tuesday, March 19 at 5 p.m.

The open house, which will be held in room 128 will include a demonstration of the HAAS VF-1 Vertical Milling Center.

More than a dozen local businesses came together to facilitate the purchase of the HAAS VF-1, which is valued at more than $65,000.

The need for this type of machining is evident in the skills gap seen in manufacturing facilities throughout the country.

National media have done stories about the need for skilled workers in manufacturing.

The shortage of skilled workers is caused by two factors – lower numbers entering the field out of high school and large numbers of retiring skilled workers. Clay High School will graduate 20 seniors from the Integrated Machining & Engineering program in June 2013. “Our expectation is that all of them will be working upon graduation,” said Steve Bialorucki, Career Tech Director. “We have been releasing students for internships with local employers. The students attend academic classes in the morning, report to the classroom portion of the IM&E program and leave for work at around 12:30.

“Employers have been calling us earlier every year,” he said. “This year it was before Thanksgiving.”

“With this new piece of equipment, our seniors will have the opportunity to operate CNC (Computer Numerical Controlled) equipment and help grow any local manufacturing facility,” he said. “Without the assistance of this core group of businesses Clay students would not have this outstanding opportunity.”

Requests for funding for the equipment began with phone calls and a letter campaign in June 2012. Donors included John Hammill, Jr. of Hammill Manufacturing, $10,000; Bob Milano, owner of Ort Tool and Die, Corp., $5,000; Lester Meyer of Riverside Machining and Automation. $2,000; Steve Elliot from Dugan Tool & Die, $2,000; Mary L. Caprella, and Government & Public Affairs Director for BP Husky came through with the remaining $30,000. BP Husky was a 2013 Prism Award Winner in the Com-

munity Partner category.

In addition, HAAS discounted the equipment to reduce the cost over $15,000.

As the delivery date inched closer, Gary Ondrus worked with Instructor Tony Spallino devising a plan to unload it off the truck.

Oregon City Schools does not have a forklift large enough to lift this large of a machine.

Ondrus suggested contacting Ackerman Industrial. Paul Ackerman donated his time to unload the 7,900 pound piece of equipment on a cold and icy Friday in February.

Iscar Metals, Inc donated over $4,000 worth of tooling for the new machine. Tom Susor, Jr. from TAS, electrical contractors, supplied the time to locate the electrical components and to power up the machine; GKN Driveline supplied the special order lubricant/coolant for the first run of parts.

Each of these businesses will receive a plaque with one of the first parts created from this state-of-the-art automated manufacturing device. Recognition plaques will be awarded at the regular Oregon City Schools Board of Education meeting following the open house.

“We are proud to run a program with such great support from our local employers,” Bialorucki said. “This whole project is just another example of the positive relationships Tony has cultivated over the past several years.”

The East Toledo Family Center’s annual gala will be held April 13 at 6:30 p.m. at the Glass City Boardwalk, 27820 E Broadway St., Walbridge.

Honorary chairman for the event, which will be themed “Hawaiian Luau,” will be Timm Morrison, from 93.5 WRQN. Distinguished Citizen and Educator of the Year awards will be introduced. This year’s Distinguished Citizens include Tim Martin and Deb McLaren. Educators of the Year are David Pitensbarger, Gretchen Paskiet and Carolyn Yenrick. The event will also include various auctions.

Tickets are $55 for individuals and $100 per couple. Proceeds raised will benefit the Senior Program. For tickets or more information, call Tracy at 419691-1429 or visitwww.ETFC.org.

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Any local artist or team of artists working in any medium or discipline may submit up to three works for consideration for the project.

All submissions must follow the submission guidelines, available at www.TheArtsCommission.org.

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Typically, the program operates from Nov. 1 to March 31 each year. Because March 31 falls on a Sunday this year, the last business day to apply would be on March 29.

The Crisis Summer Cooling Program is expected to begin July 1. Changes have been made to the way residents will be asked to apply for assistance.

Beginning April 1, there will be an automated telephone line available for residents to schedule an appointment for assistance. The telephone line will allow residents to schedule appointments 24 hours per day, seven days per week for EHEAP, HEAP, and PIPP. When residents call in, they will also get reminders about what to bring to the appointments, about rescheduling appointments, and more.

Callers may be able to get assistance through a customer service representative at some times. All appointments will have a confirmation number. To schedule an appointment, callers will need their account and Social Security numbers.

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Speed limits Continued from front page attorney to review the Ohio Revised Code on the matter. Adkins also reviewed traffic tickets issued by the police department in 2011 and 2012, finding many speeding violations were for offenses of driving slightly more than 35 miles per hour in the 25 mile per hour zones, and concluded many drivers thought they were still on roads with the 35 mile per hour limit.

Last week, he said he was glad the limits had been set back to 35.

“I think it was common sense for council and the mayor to do that,” he said, adding township roads leading to the village have limits of 55 miles per hour.

In the neighboring City of Northwood, the safety committee has recommended city council adopt a 35 mile per hour limit for Drouillard Road, between Wales Road and the border with Lake Township, north of the village.

Randy Kozina, committee chairman, told council earlier this year the stretch of Drouillard meets ODOT criteria for a 25 mile per hour limit but the committee feels it should be 35. He noted there weren’t any residences along the road.

Appointment questioned Adkins last week said he was still planning to press Walbridge council and the administration on the decision to appoint Chief Frost as the village administrator.

An attorney representing Adkins in January questioned the legality of the appointment, contending Frost couldn’t hold both positions simultaneously.

In addition to the full-time position of police chief, Frost was approved by council last May for the part-time position of administrator on a temporary basis.

Council on March 6 approved making the appointment permanent.

The opinion by Adkins’ attorney says having one person hold both positions violated the village codified ordinances and Adkins says he plans to meet with two new members of village council, Ken Gilsdorf and Ron Liwo, to discuss the appointment.

Mayor Kolanko has said he’s comfortable with the research of the village legal counsel that the appointment doesn’t violate the village code.

Paul Riss is changing the stereotype of birders.

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Birds are kind of the gateway ‘drug’ to the rest of nature.

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A sign shows the 35 mph speed limit on Main Street in Walbridge.

birds, and I have 88 (tattoos) done so far. I had a full-time job in advertising and I had to work with my wife and our kids.

Had I had more time, I could have gotten to 300 birds easily.

“The documentary creates a little bit of drama. Friday after work I would drive home, kiss my wife and kids, drive 1,500 kilometers (932 miles), see one bird and drive 1,500 kilometers back. I did that several times.”

Paul and Rachel have been together for 15 years and married for nine. Ironically, she isn’t quite the bird enthusiast as her husband.

“Rachel has no interest in birding at all,” Paul said. “It’s kind of interesting. I try to plan vacations and be real sneaky about it and make them birding vacations. Sometimes my plans work out, and sometimes they don’t. Her dad is very much into birds.

He was a conservation officer and they always had bird feeders at their house. Because her dad was so interested in it, naturally, she wasn’t.”

“Punk Rock Big Year” is in the editing stages right now, but a few scenes will be shown at the Biggest Week in American Birding festival. Riss said he is pretty much funding the documentary by himself.

“There’s some interesting stuff there,” he said. “My editor, Kyle McNair, is a super talented guy and is also covered in tattoos.

At the very latest it should be completed at the end of the summer. I lined up half a dozen cameramen. They were like photographers and directors, friends of mine. I just basically drive to their house, pick them up and we drive to see the birds.”

Riss, who is schedule to speak at the festival at 7:30 p.m. on May 4, said his favorite bird is the brown thrasher.

“I have no idea why,” he said. “I love the look of it - stern face and curved bill.

Just a beautiful thing. They’re in Eastern North America. I’ve seen one about a block from my house.”

Riss did not attend the previous Biggest Week in American Birding events, so he said he doesn’t know what to expect. He is good friends with Kenn Kaufman and his wife, Kim, who is the executive director of the Black Swamp Bird Observatory in Oak Harbor.

“I’m expecting big crowds,” Riss said.

“I know a lot of people go there. It’s the warbler capital of the world for bird watchers.

Warblers are the most beautifully colored

birds in North America. They’re on migration and they just come down and feed from the trees. You don’t need binoculars most of the time.”

Kim Kaufman said she is thrilled that Riss will be a keynote speaker this year.

“Paul absolutely smashes the stereotype of birders,” she said. “He’s a super cool guy. Just when you think you know what a bird watcher looks like, here comes Paul Riss. His goal is to really smash that stereotype and spread the word that everyone should be out bird watching. His goal is to get more people interested in birding, because if they like birds and care about birds and understand what their needs are, they’ll support habitat conservation.”

One of Riss’s tattoos.

Two Ottawa Co. bridges to be reconstructed

By Cynthia L. Jacoby Special to The Press The Ottawa County engineer continues to repair or replace aging bridges throughout the area. Two smaller county bridges are on the summer 2013 schedule.

Contractor bids were to be opened March 14, for replacement work on bridges on Fulkert Road and Genzman Road. Fulkert Road is located southeast of Genoa in Clay Township. The Genzman Road bridge project is located west of Toussaint South Road in Carroll Township.

The project calls for crews to take down the steel bridges and replace them with large box culvert bridges.

The project is similar to the bridge replacement on Four-Mile House Road at Elmore Eastern Road in Salem Township several years ago, county engineer David Brunkhorst said.

The bridge projects are under the office’s regular maintenance program aimed at replacing two or three bridges a year.

“Some of these bridges are 60 or 70 years old,” Brunkhorst said.

The estimated cost of this two-bridge project is about $282,500. All the work is projected to be done by Aug. 16.

“If we are lucky, most of the work should be done within a month’s time,” the engineer said. “That is, if the weather cooperates.”

Prep works includes checking all the drainage services surrounding the bridge areas. Engineers hope to keep the construction from interrupting any drainage services.

There are no matching funds for these bridge projects. “This is part of the normal program,” Brunkhorst said.

Funding for the county engineer’s bridge replacements and repairs come through motor vehicle gasoline taxes and registration fees.

According to the Ohio Department of Transportation, Ohio collects about 28 cents in taxes per gallon of regular or diesel gas.

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THE PRESS MARCH 18, 2013

‘One Voice’ is gaining momentum in East Toledo

By J. Patrick Eaken Press Staff Writer news@presspublications.com East Toledo Family Center community builder Jodi Gross is heading a program geared toward bringing the neighborhoods together to advocate “one voice” for East Toledo.

Two meetings last week, one for safety and another for housing, demonstrated that the program was gaining momentum. In both cases, every chair in the meeting room had someone sitting in it.

“I am excited to report that the response to our community forum and the committee meetings has been great,” Gross said. “The energy and momentum is strong in East Toledo and we want to keep it going. This is only the beginning and our work is not finished, we still need your time and energy.”

“This is a way to voice our concerns,” Gross continued, “so our working committee can put some thoughts down as we work

through this process. We do want to keep it as positive as we can — this is our way to work together and to advocate for East Toledo.

“This is a working meeting to create a group that will advocate building a healthy and sustainable community for all of us. ” In neighborhoods reeling with housing issues, residents came up with recommended strategies at a meeting hosted by the ETFC, NeighborWorks Toledo, and Toledo LISC. Approximately 30 residents in the breakout group focused on housing and economic development. Martin Jarret of Jarret Consulting Services facilitated and NeighborWorks director Bob Krompak recorded the committee’s recommendations.

The meeting included resident neighborhood groups, block watches, churches, schools, other agencies, city officials, the police department and businesses. Twenty people jammed into a follow-up housing

meeting a week later, also hosted by Jarret.

The next safety-youth committee meeting is Mar. 26 and the housing/economic committee will meet Mar. 28. Both are 6 p.m. at the ETFC, 1020 Varland Ave, and Gross is encouraging anyone wanting involvement in the community to attend. RSVP Gross at 419-691-1429, ext. 23 or jodig@etfc.org.

Info is at the “One Voice for East Toledo” Facebook page.

“As a key stakeholder we cordially invite you to attend so that you can be part of and see firsthand our community working together to tackle the issues such as crime, safety and blighted properties in East Toledo,” Gross said.“And, anything that you as a stakeholder think is important for our community. I think that you will agree that it is important for all of us to work and advocate together to see this happen.”

Housing recommendations Among housing recommendations that

came out of the meetings were : • Encourage Lucas County to establish time limits for property owners who pay late taxes to avoid foreclosure or demolition — and still do not make the necessary improvements.

• Work with the Lucas County Land Bank to ensure that there are clear and enforced time limits imposed on those receiving properties — for all remediation actions.

• Encourage the housing court to be more aggressive in remediating housing code violations and inhabitable conditions.

• Request City of Toledo make water costs more affordable to homeowners and landlords, including adjustment of the new $200 “fee.”

• Request the city establish procedure to electronically send utility bills to homeowners. Also, request the city to allow payment of utility bills through credit cards online, without a service fee, to expedite the payment process.

Transportation bill goes to conference panel; turnpike still an issue

By Larry Limpf News Editor news@presspublications.com A transportation budget bill heads to a conference committee after being approved in both chambers of the state legislature.

The bill includes a provision authorizing the Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure Commission to issue $1.5 billion in revenue bonds to fund infrastructure projects.

Members of the House of Representatives from Lucas, Wood, Ottawa, and Sandusky counties were opposed to the proposed funding mechanism, fearing area residents and businesses that rely on the turnpike would bear the brunt of repay-

ing the debt.

Rep. Tim Brown (R- Bowling Green), who voted against the House version of the bill, also voted Wednesday to not concur with amendments adopted last week by the Senate, where it passed by a vote of 27-6.

After the conference committee resolves the differences, a final version of the bill will be on the floor of the House on March 21. Brown said.

“I’m going to reserve judgment until I see a final version,” Brown said.

Rep. Rex Damschroder (R – Fremont) had said the House bill contains many good features but it would create a “cash flow out of our area.”

The bill found support in the Senate

from local legislators.

Sen. Edna Brown (D-Toledo), whose district includes much of Lucas County, including Oregon and Jerusalem Township, said she was satisfied the Senate amendments would help keep turnpike revenues in northern Ohio.

“I am happy to see guarantees put into the transportation budget to keep turnpike dollars primarily in northern Ohio. Many of the changes made to the bill in the Senate

were significant improvements that I support,” she said. “Although many positive changes were made, I will continue working to keep the turnpike safe, affordable and accessible so that businesses and citizens in my district can continue using and benefitting from this vital asset.”

Senators Randy Gardner (R- Bowling Green) and David Burke (R- Marysville) voted in support of the bill.

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THE PRESS

MARCH 18, 2013

Trustees to decide on chief’s job

By Larry Limpf News Editor news@presspublications.com

Grease, The Musical Woodmore Drama Club will present, “Grease, The Musical,” March 21, 22 and 23 at 7:30 p.m. and March 24 at 2 p.m. in the Woodmore Elementary auditorium. Tickets will be available March 11,12,14,18 and 19 from 10 a.m. to noon at the high school and 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the elementary school. Pictured, Alexandria Sandwisch, Samantha Ottney, Sarah Alexander, Abby Sullivan and Emily Utendorf rehearse the song “Tell Me More.” (Press photo by Ken Grosjean)

Chinese enjoy American culture

By Katie Coffield Eagle’s Eye Editor news@presspublications.com For the last three weeks in January, Eastwood Middle School hosted foreign exchange students and their teacher from China.

The ten students came over to see what the United States was like and to experience everything firsthand.

The trip was through the American Cultural Exchange Service Youth Ambassador Exchange.

“Val Virag (the director of the program) approached me and I thought it was a great idea. So I spoke to the superintendent and he thought it was a good idea as well, and it just came about from there,” said Eastwood Middle School Principal, John Obrock.

Last year Genoa, Rossford and Oregon hosted a group of kids for about a week.

This is the first year for the group to be in the United States for three weeks.

Rossford also hosted a group of 10 students and a teacher.

During their time in America, the students went on many field trips. They went on a nature walk at Maumee Bay State Park, to the Challenger Center, bowling, Imagination Station, and to a Toledo Walleye Game.

The group was also scheduled to go to the Henry Ford Museum, but that trip was cancelled due to weather.

“The nature walk was my favorite part,” said Junbo Zhao, also known as Peter.

Many of the students attended basketball games and even practices with their mentors and host families.

“I really liked playing basketball with my mentor,” said Jiamin Lyn, or Kevin.

This Week in Government State of Wood County address set for Tuesday

By Larry Limpf News Editor news@presspublications.com The public is invited to attend the State of the County Address presented by Wood County Commissioners James Carter, Doris Herringshaw and Joel Kuhlman March 19 at 8 a.m. in the courthouse atrium.

The annual address provides an opportunity for the public to hear the commissioners’ perspectives on events that occurred in the county in 2012, as well as their projections for 2013.

The event is sponsored by the Bowling Green Chamber of Commerce and the Wood County Economic Development Commission.

Coffee and light refreshments will be served at 7:30 a.m. with the address following.

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Even though the students did not attend school as much as planned, due to holidays, snow days, and two hour delays, they still said it was one of their favorite parts.

School in China is a lot different than school in Ohio. The Chinese students attend school six days a week, and from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., depending on age. They also do not have a summer break, but rather two 40 day breaks.

“I loved school in America a lot better than school in China,” said Kevin.

Eastwood held many different events to make the most of their time in the United States. Events that included a pep assembly to welcome them, and one to send them off.

A formal graduation was also held for the students.

One day during school lunch, the whole Middle School had the option of participating in “Chopstick Wednesday”. Each person was given chopsticks with their lunch, if they wanted to eat with them.

“I think the response from our students has been good. They have enjoyed getting to know the Chinese students, learning about the Chinese culture and just being with the kids every day,” said Mr. Obrock.

“I liked having them here. My favorite part was going to Imagination Station,” said Gavin Slattman, a mentor to one of the students.

One of the major differences that the kids had a chance to experience was the food.

“I loved the chicken, burgers, and Coke,” said Yi Yang Cheng, also known as David.

One thing that was clear throughout the whole experience was the bond that was created between the students and everyone in the Eastwood community, especially the host families.

“My favorite part was spending time with my host family. They will always be family to me,” said David.

“I think that, yes, if asked I would do it again. Like all things the first time around, there needs to be some kinks worked out, but overall I think it was very rewarding.” said Obrock.

After leaving Ohio, the students went to Los Angeles and Disney Land for a week before flying back to China.

The students that came over to America were: Yi Yang Cheng (David), Jingyi Hao (Suri), Yu Yan Kang (Tony), Haoran Li (Wilson), Jiamin Lyn (Kevin), Yue Ni (May), Xinrong Suo (Lisa), Wentao Yu (Jerry), Jinhaochung Wang (Jerry), Hongrui Zhang (Cristian), Junbo Zhao (Peter), and teacher Liping Nin (Lilly).

The student mentors that showed the students around included: Logan Baugher, Jack Chappuies, Colin DeWese, Ethan DeWese, Logan Frobose, Grant Hirzel, Tori Martin-Crosby, Meghan Melcher, Addison Richards, Emma Schuerman, Nick Schuerman, Hunter Slattman, Gavin Slattman, Catherine Wasylyshyn, Lauren Welker, and Jacob Zatko.

The host families were the Corns Family, the Dennis family, the DeWese family, the Frobose family, the Hirzel family, the Richards family, the Schuerman family, the Slattman family, and the Zatko family.

(The article is reprinted with permission from The Eagle’s Eye, an Eastwood High School student publication.)

A Jerusalem Township trustee said he expects the board of trustees to make a decision this week on whether or not the township fire chief should retain his job.

Joe Kiss said a special meeting has been scheduled for March 19 at 2 p.m. to consider charges against Fire Chief Harold Stanton, who’s been on suspension since March 5 for allegedly permitting a nonmember of the fire department to participate in emergency calls.

A hearing by the board on the matter was held March 12 before a packed township hall.

Stanton has denied the charges.

A March 5 letter from the trustees to Chief Stanton says the trustees “…have repeatedly instructed you not to permit individuals to assist the fire department during emergency situations unless they have been lawfully appointed Jerusalem Township firefighters.”

According to Stanton, the most recent incident occurred on Feb. 23 when a former firefighter, Jim Gray, was at a house blaze to assist the department but the chief said Gray hadn’t been requested to assist.

“I never invited him to fire scenes” Stanton told The Press. “He just showed up.” Because of his responsibilities as chief, Stanton said he wasn’t even aware Gray was at the fire.

Gray is the brother of Joe Gray, a former trustee.

Stanton said he believes politics could be a factor in his suspension because Kiss and Joe Gray often had disagreements when Gray served on the board with Kiss.

Kiss has denied the chief’s suspension was politically motivated.

“The other trustees also support the suspension,” Kiss said prior to the hearing.

John Borell, an assistant Lucas County prosecutor representing the township, said Stanton will have the option of appealing his case to the common pleas court if he disagrees with the trustees’ decision.

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Waterkeeper conference on Lake Erie set

By Press Staff Writer news@presspublications.com Lana Pollack, who chairs the U.S. section of the International Joint Commission, will be the keynote speaker at the annual Lake Erie Waterkeeper Conference March 21 at Lourdes University, Franciscan Center, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania.

Pollack was appointed to chair the U.S. section by President Barack Obama in June 2010.

A former Michigan state senator, she was president of the Michigan Environmental Council, a coalition of about 70 environmental organizations, from 1996-2008.

Canada and the U.S. established the International Joint Commission to cooperate on issues involving the Great Lakes and river systems on their common border.

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“The conference is being held for anyone interested in the lake,” said Sandy Bihn, executive director Lake Erie Waterkeeper, Inc. “Speakers will share information about various aspects of the lake, including fish, agriculture and water, lake levels, status of Lake Erie and how it healed before, weather impacts, testing results and an international look from the U.S. and Canadian perspectives as well as how Ontario, Canada is protecting water quality. By increasing awareness about our great waters and by knowing what it means to our economies and our future will hopefully get many to support taking care of these incredible waters. “ Other conference speakers are: • Jeff Tyson, of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, on the effect of Asian Carp on fish populations.

• Jeffrey Ram, of Wayne State University, on new invasive species in the lake’s shipping channel to Toledo.

• Doug Busdeker, The Andersons, agriculture’s efforts to help the lake.

• Ron Wyss, a farmer with the Lake Erie Improvement Association, on the effect of fertilizers.

• Dr. Charles Hernondorf, professor emeritus of Geological Sciences (Oceanography) at The Ohio State University and an Affiliate Scholar in the Environmental Studies Program at Oberlin College, will discuss the condition of the lake in the 1970s and 1980s and the lessons learned.

• Amy Jo Klei, Ohio Environmental Protection Agency Lake Erie coordinator, on near shore monitoring.

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• Teresa Hollingsworth, Thames coordinator, on drinking water protection.

Other speakers will also cover Lake Erie water levels, climate change, economics and tourism.

The conference is open to the public.

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Rick Hodges, executive director of the Ohio Turnpike Commission, will present the luncheon keynote address at the 19th Transportation Summit for Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan hosted by Toledo Metropolitan Area Council of Governments (TMACOG) March 22 from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Holiday Inn French Quarter in Perrysburg.

Hodges will discuss the details of the recently announced Ohio Jobs and Transportation Plan affecting the future of the Ohio Turnpike.

The summit offers an opportunity for area transportation stakeholders – including planners, engineers, construction professionals, economic developers, elected and appointed officials, and service providers – to learn about transportation plans in the region.

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Stritch graduate, combat veteran, offers ‘life of service’

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Cardinal Stritch Catholic High School graduate Patrick Raglow, 47, always knew he wanted to serve others, but was unsure how he was going to accomplish this.

Soon after he graduated from Stritch, Raglow enlisted in the Air Force and began a nearly 22-year career that would take him to over 20 countries.

Raglow served as a Master Air Battle Manager with over 3,000 hours on the AWACS aircraft and eventually took this experience and knowledge into several instructor assignments. His final assignment took him to southern Nevada and to a postmilitary career few saw coming.

Raglow retired from the Air Force in the grade of Colonel in 2009. His final assignment was the commander of the 505th Operations Group, Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada with more than 260 personnel in three active duty squadrons and two detachments across nine states.

Raglow’s other assignments have taken him to more than 23 countries of the world, with two tours in Germany and one in the Republic of Korea. He served as an aide to one of 11 USAF four-star General officers, facilitating official travel and meetings with US and foreign senior government officials.

He was a Master Air Battle Manager with over 3,000 hours on the E-3 Airborne Warning and Control System (or AWACS) aircraft. He has a distinguished background in education and instruction, with two Master’s Degrees and multiple assignments as an aircrew or academic platform instructor, including curriculum

development, delivery and oversight, and from entry-level to senior officer environments.

Raglow has commanded organizations at the Flight, Squadron and Group level.

He is a combat veteran, with service in Operation Desert Shield/Storm and humanitarian relief operations over BosniaHerzegovina, among others.

Raglow flew one of the first AWACS air sovereignty missions following the 9/11 terrorist attacks, and subsequently directed the response operations for seven flying squadrons including the inclusion and operational certification of North Atlantic Treaty Organization aircrew and aircraft to conduct air defense missions over the continental United States.

When Raglow retired from the Air Force, he realized he wanted to continue helping others, but wasn’t sure how he was going to do this. He looked around and eventually found a job in Las Vegas.

He served for 29 months as vice president for administration for Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada.

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Raglow feels incredibly blessed to be in the position he is in today.

“I’ve been a knucklehead a thousand times or more since I graduated, but I took to heart that if God demanded perfection prior to us contributing our gifts, no gifts would get contributed. So I can give of my talent despite remaining in need of redemption,” Raglow said.

Patrick and his wife Andrea live outside of Oklahoma City with their three children Thomas, Maria and Rebekah.

Patrick is the fifth of nine children born to Dr. and Mrs. Paul and Elaine Raglow of Walbridge. He attended St. Jerome Elementary School and Stritch. After high school, he received a bachelor’s degree from Bowling Green State University, a master of international relations from Troy State University, and graduated from the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College from Leavenworth, Kansas and received a master’s degree in national security strategy from the National Defense University in Washington, D.C. He is a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Edmond, Oklahoma and is a member of the Knights of Columbus.

Patrick is also an Eagle Scout with several years’ experience on summer camp staff and as a Scoutmaster.

(This article is being reprinted courtesy of Kateri Schools. It appeared in its original form in the Winter 2013 edition of the Cardinal Stritch Catholic High School alumni magazine, “Our Family.”)

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“Many people see the two (careers) as opposites, but they are not…in both lines of work they are a great force for good” Raglow said.

His new career has been a blessing in many ways.

“I have always valued God, Family, and Country, but at various times the order was wrong. At this point in my life, I have been able to re-prioritize in an appropriate way,” Raglow said.

Not only has he been able to put God first in his life, he has been able to take his world experiences and apply it to serving others.

In this role, he oversaw the agency’s retail operations, campus security, information technology, and facilities maintenance and housekeeping, along with other duties as assigned.

During his tenure, Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada increased its retail floor space by 400 percent, shifted from corrective to preventative maintenance, implemented numerous cost avoidance initiatives with agency processes, vendors and contracts, and beautifully sustained its eight-acre main campus in top condition while safely hosting its more than 1,300 daily visitors and clients.

Last fall, Raglow was named Director of Catholic Charities for the Diocese of Oklahoma City. The Oklahoma City diocese is a $4.7 million not-for-profit agency serving the residents of western Oklahoma through 14 social service programs. The move allowed him and his wife to be closer to their family.

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Common People, Uncommon Challenges 50 stories of inspiration

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solve her daughter’s murder, the Polish-American boy who survived gruesome medical experiments during WWII and the woman, once a victim of fear, who fought back against crime and founded CrimeStoppers.

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What are you three favorite TV shows?

Do you think the United States should discontinue the penny?

Yes No To cast your ballot, go to www.presspublications.com Michael Ignasiak Toledo “My Three favorite TV shows are Homeland, Breaking Bad, and Justified.”

Bobby Henry East Toledo “My three favorite shows on television would be Rachel Ray, Bones, and Pitbulls and Parolees.”

Kelly Joldrichsen Oregon “Parenthood, Nashville, and NCIS.”

Cassandra Casares Genoa “The Walking Dead, Pretty Little Liars, and Catfish.”

Amiah St John Lake Township “The Voice, American Idol, and WWE Wrestling.”

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Finding the proverbial open window Letters Dare to Live

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Never look at a closed door as a sign of failure or a reason to give up. A closed door always indicates that a window has opened.

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Not everything you do works out as planned. You will make mistakes. There will be times when external forces negatively impact your efforts. Your success in life is affected by how you deal with problems, obstacles, and disappointments.

You’ve probably heard the saying, “When a door closes a window opens.”

This is meant to guide you when facing disappointment. Your goal is to look for new opportunities that appear when confronting obstacles. Every difficulty uncovers new opportunity.

Successful people use setbacks as stepping stones. Whenever they fall they get back up. When something doesn’t go as planned, they make adjustments and keep going. Many discoveries have been made as a result of this approach. The following are some examples.

In 1970, Spencer Silver, a researcher for the 3M corporation had been trying to create a new, strong glue. In spite of his diligent efforts, the result of his work was a very weak adhesive that could be easily removed. This “defective” glue was eventually used to create post-it notes.

Have you ever picked up burrs when walking outside? These annoying plant seeds attach themselves to your clothes and hair. If your pet has picked them up you know how infuriating it is picking them off.

This is exactly what happened to George de Mestral, a Swiss Engineer. Back in 1948, George had returned home from a walk with his dog. They were both covered in burrs. Rather than becoming annoyed at having to pick them off, George examined one of the burrs under a microscope to find out what made them cling. He discovered that each burr consisted of tiny hooked strands that became caught in cloth and fur.

Based on the design of the burr, George spent several years creating a new fastening device. In 1951, George applied for a Swiss patent for his first version of Velcro. George took an aggravating problem and used it as a springboard for a revolutionary discovery.

Robert Cheesebrough was a 22-year-old kerosene salesman. He fell on hard times when the supply of whales diminished.

He had to change course. In 1859, Robert switched to the oil industry in Pennsylvania. He soon noticed that the oil workers were complaining about a very waxy sub-

stance that formed on their drilling equipment causing it to gum up.

The workers called the pesky substance “rod wax.” The only use they found for it was healing cuts and burns. George analyzed the substance and created a process for extracting “rod wax” directly from petroleum. He named his product Vaseline.

In 1870, Thomas Adams was experimenting with the sap from a South American tree in his quest to discover a substitute for rubber. One experiment after another resulted in failure. Feeling miserable, the unsuccessful inventor put a piece of the sap in his mouth. He found it had a nice flavor and would not deteriorate with chewing.

He switched gears and started manufacturing the first mass produced gum in the world.

Although setbacks and obstacles may be discouraging, they are a sign to alter direction. The above examples are just some of a long list of people throughout history who have found the window that opened whenever a door closed.

Never look at a closed door as a sign of failure or a reason to give up. A closed door always indicates that a window has opened. Successful people understand this concept and utilize it to attain their goals.

Don’t listen to people who give up.

Learn from those who succeed. You are surrounded by open windows so you don’t have to worry about a closed door.

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

Too big to fail but not for tax advantages Most Ohioans would be surprised to know that the same Wall Street megabanks which received bailouts from taxpayers in 2009 also receive taxpayer-funded advantages today simply because of their “too big to fail” status. This taxpayer-supplied subsidy is wrong, and it puts community banks in Ohio at a competitive disadvantage.

This gives them access to cheaper funding and more favorable borrowing terms than dependable Main Street institutions - like Huntington Bank or The Peoples Bank in Coldwater, O. - simply because the market knows that the government would choose to bailout the Wall Street megabanks if they again reach the point of collapse.

A few Wall Street megabanks have become so large and so complex that no onenot their executives, nor their shareholders, nor their regulators-truly understand their financial health. Should these institutions fail, they would take the rest of the economy with them. But instead of failure, these megabanks would ask taxpayers to cover their losses, to bail them out as we did five years ago. When even the architect of the “too big to fail” banking model, former Citigroup Chief Executive Officer Sandy Weill, agrees that the biggest banks should be broken up, we should all realize it’s time to act.

Although the biggest megabanks were

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This gives them access to cheaper funding... too big to fail before the crisis, they have only gotten bigger. The four largest behemoths, now ranging from $1.4 trillion to $2.3 trillion in assets, are the result of 37 banks merging 33 times.

In 1995, the six biggest U.S. banks had assets equal to 18 percent of Gross Domestic Product. Today, they are about 63 percent of GDP. They now have twice the combined assets of the rest of the top 50 U.S. banks.

I’ve visited several community banks throughout Ohio recently and have talked to community bank executives about the disadvantage they face competing against Wall Street megabanks. Millions of families and small businesses depend on their community banks for their savings accounts,

home mortgages, and business loans. Community banks help create countless jobs and provide safe and reliable financing options to Ohio’s families.

Taking the appropriate steps will lead to more mid-sized banks - not a few megabanks - creating competition, increasing lending, and providing incentives for banks to lend the right way. Just about the only people who will not benefit from my plan are a few Wall Street executives.

That’s why my Republican colleague, Sen. David Vitter from Louisiana, and I are working on bipartisan legislation to address this “Too Big to Fail” problem. We have pressed regulators to require the biggest banks to have more of their own capital on hand to cover their losses, so taxpayers won’t be asked to do so again. We have asked the government watchdog group Government Accounting Office to quantify the annual subsidy that megabanks receive from the U.S. government. And now we are taking action to prevent economic collapse and taxpayer-funded bailouts in the future.

American taxpayers don’t want us to wait until another crisis develops. They want us to ensure that Wall Street megabanks will never again monopolize our nation’s wealth or gamble away the American dream. We cannot restore Americans’ faith in the financial markets and in representative government until we ensure that taxpayers are not paying for Wall Street’s failures.

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A grateful family To the editor: The 9th Annual Stella Bertz Cheer For A Cure competition was held Saturday, Feb. 16, at Genoa High School.

Most reading this may already know this is an annual event started by Stella’s daughter to honor her mother’s memory and raise funds for cancer research. This year’s event raised $48,000. Stella had been the cheerleading coach at Genoa High School.

She passed away 10 years ago. Although she was a non-smoker, she passed away from lung cancer. She was a remarkable woman. Stella was a wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, friend, teacher and coach.

Her family was her number-one priority.

She always had a smile, a kind word and a loving heart.

Besides her family, there was almost nothing else Stella loved more than “her girls” – that is what she called the cheerleaders she coached. She knew many of them since they were little girls who grew up with played with her daughters Maria and Valerie. She loved Genoa and she loved coaching. “Her girls” loved her too.

To this day, many continue to be involved and support Cheer For A Cure in different ways.

The event’s success is due in large part to the unwavering support shown by the volunteers, or as they are lovingly called, VolunCheers. You all know who you are.

Many have been there from the very beginning and continue to return year after year. That is dedication to the woman...the coach...the cause.

I am very proud to say Stella is my sister. On behalf of my family – to our nieces, their families, friends, the Genoa community, Genoa Schools, the surrounding and participating communities, the sponsors, donors, fans and especially the VolunCheers, we say, thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

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The Nostalgia Highway

Kool-Aid caper goes sour, fleeing bandit arrested The exits on The Nostalgia Highway are at 10 year increments. Enjoy the trip through the pages of The Press.

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March 2003 News: Flu hit the student populations of a few area schools. At the peak of the season, 142 of 470 students at Hilfiger Elementary in Gibsonburg and 58 of 250 first and second graders at Walbridge Elementary were out sick.

In the same issue of The Press in which the Oregon Walmart announced its grand opening, Food Town announced it would close its stores including those in East Toledo, Oregon and Lake Township, idling 400 workers.

The Ohio Newspaper Association honored Harold K. Douthit, founder of The Press and a pioneer in the offset print industry, with its First Families of Ohio Newspaper Award.

Sports: First-year coach Claude Noel led the Toledo Storm to the ECHL playoffs compiling a 23-4 record at the Sports Arena.

J.D. Bergman, Oak Harbor, won his second consecutive Ohio state wrestling title at 189 pounds. Bergman compiled an 85-0 record during that time.

Kate Achter, Clay; Megan Abbey, Woodmore; Whitney Hartman, Eastwood, Jessica Schult, Eastwood and Mallory Fleming, Gibsonburg were named to the All-Press girls’ basketball team. Zach Diekman, Genoa; Matt Donegan, Northwood; Tyler Rosenberger, Woodmore; Brent Snyder, Eastwood and Mike Matthews, Waite

by John Szozda were named to the boys team.

Price check: Genoa Ford advertised a 2003 Ford Focus LX for $12,590. Genoa Bank offered a 48-month cd at 3.51 percent interest.

Hot then, gone now: Clay Center Recreation, Clay Center; Jersey’s Sports Café, E. Toledo.

March 1993 News: A Kool-Aid caper went sour when a 28-year-old Detroit woman was arrested after pushing a cart load of Kool-Aid out of the Kroger store on Woodville Road.

Two alert employees tried to stop the fleeing bandit as she sped away in her truck.

Undeterred, she plowed into a shopping cart throwing one of the employees on the hood of the truck, then dodging the other.

Her escape ended when she struck a car driven by a store patron who cut her off.

The Kool-Aid, 8,000 packets with an estimated value of $2,300, was recovered intact. Oregon Police arrested the bandit and held her on a $20,000 cash bond.

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Eight Years before terrorists crashed planes into the World Trade Center, Mike Donahue, a 1986 Clay grad, was visiting

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the New York landmark preparing to have lunch on the 107th floor when a bomb detonated in the parking garage below. Five people were killed and scores of others injured.

Donahue and 115 colleagues who were attending a Dean Witter training session walked down 107 flights to escape as the elevators were not working.

Sports: Carey Fouty, a Cardinal Stritch grad, averaged 10 points and 8 rebounds a game for Jim Welling’s Owens Express.

Coach Jude Meyers and forward Greg Sandrock (18.4 points and 11.4 rebounds per game) led the Woodmore Wildcats, 163, to the SLL title.

Price check: John Connolly, owner of Gossips, an Irish bar in Oregon, advertised a Jiggs Dinner for $5.95. Roots Poultry sold a dozen eggs for $1.99.

Hot then, gone now: The Hot Closet and Emro Propane, Northwood.

March 1983 News: Local law enforcement departments were concerned about the ramifications of Ohio’s new drunk driving law.

They expressed concern about the ambiguity of the law and, more importantly, how it would affect an already overcrowded jail system. Wood County Sheriff George Ginter said the county sent “1,000 drunks to school for alcohol education programs” in 1982. The new law stipulates a mandatory 72-hour jail sentence and the county only has jail space for 52.

Sports: The Lake Athletic Boosters announced it would start an Athletic Hall of

Fame.

The SLL All-League Basketball Team featured four local players on the first team.

They were: Dan Christie, 21.2 points per game, and brother Don Christie, 17.6 ppg, both from Oak Harbor; Jeff Haar, 23.6 ppg, from Woodmore and Eric Jones, 10.9 ppg, from Gibsonburg.

Price check: Hay-Lo Market in Genoa sold t-bone steaks for $2.79 lb. Macy’s Travel offered a flight to the Bahamas and a three-night hotel stay for $288.

Hot then, gone now: Golden Slumber Upholstery, Curtice; Arlington Restaurant, E. Toledo.

March 1973 News: An ad for the Genoan Theater promoted a movie entitled The Legend of Nigger Charley, a movie about a pre-Civil War slave turned gunfighter. It was rated PG and called “A western with soul geared to the black and action market…Fred Williamson is quite impressive in the title role, a rugged combination of talent and charm.”

Sports: The Genoa Comets basketball team (17-0), coached by Dave Hitchens, broke the school record for wins set in 1941 and tied in 1966.

Price check: Kirwins Red & White in Gibsonburg was selling Nestle’s Crunch bars 10 for 29 cents. The DeMars Hotel in Oak Harbor advertised a 16 ounce Porterhouse for $4.69.

Hot then, gone now: Pina’s Beauty Salon, Woodville; Balliet Sentry Hardware, Genoa.

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Lutheran Homes Society introduces Care Transitions Lutheran Homes Society (LHS) has introduced a new program designed to help individuals transition back to a home-based setting after a stay in a hospital, rehabilitation unit or skilled nursing facility.

The LHS Care Transitions program has been implemented throughout the organization’s long-term care and housing and community services ministries.

Lutheran Homes Society is setting up a service line “without walls,” which means that once an individual enters the LHS system, care will be coordinated for them as long as it is needed. Not only does the program expand services beyond the walls of LHS long-term care and rehab facilities, but it has also been proven to reduce the readmission rate to hospitals.

“Lutheran Homes Society has had great success with the Care Transitions program,” said Amanda Schroeder, LHS Executive Director of Home and Community Based Services. Since July 1, 2012, there have been 91 cases opened, and LHS has experienced a 91 percent success rate at decreasing hospital readmission rates for these individuals.

“The program offers a continuum of service that demonstrates our care for those we serve after they leave our facilities,” said David Roberts, LHS President/CEO. “It concentrates on educating individuals so they gain the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully remain in their home and avoid returning to a medical facility.”

The Care Transitions program expands discharge planning efforts to offer personcentered care and care coordination in the least restrictive home-based setting. To operate the program, LHS has hired two Care Transitions Coordinators – Tricia Fischer and Jackie Garcia.

LHS Care Transitions Coordinator Tricia Fischer consults with Emory Hagerman in his home.

Each coordinator works one-on-one with individuals from the time they are

discharged home, focusing on the specific care needs and wishes of each individual.

Health and safety concerns and each individual’s right to self-determination are key factors considered by the coordinators when they make weekly home visits to clients throughout northwest Ohio.

The program focuses on four primary areas of intervention: medication self-management, use of a dynamic Personal Health Record to ensure continuity of care, followup with primary care physicians and specialists, and recognition of red flags and response options. Coordinators also organize care services with home health providers, primary care physicians, and other medical professionals listed on discharge plans, as well as family, friends, and authorized representatives.

“Many clients are overwhelmed with the responsibilities of returning home and the sheer number of arrangements that need to be made,” explained Tricia. “We are here to empower clients to take control of their own care.”

The program has no age or income restrictions. Individuals who have not been in an LHS facility can also benefit from the care coordination services. For more information on LHS Care Transitions, call 1-877646-4050.

Lutheran Homes Society is a social ministry organization based in Toledo, Ohio, that has been serving the needs of youth and elderly since 1860. LHS operates four long-term care facilities that house rehabilitation units, including Lutheran Home at Toledo, Lutheran Home at Napoleon, Lutheran Memorial Home in Sandusky, and Lutheran Village at Wolf Creek.

LHS also has 12 independent living senior communities, a community services ministry, and a group home program for troubled youth.

“Saver’s credit” available to low-to moderate-income workers (NAPS) — If you ever feel your finances are too stretched to save for retirement, there could be good news for you. The Retirement Savings Contributions Credit, also known as the Saver’s Credit – a littleknown tax credit made available by the IRS to low- to moderate-income workers – could make saving for retirement more affordable than you think. It may reduce your federal income taxes when you save for retirement through a qualified retirement plan or an individual retirement account (IRA).

“The Saver’s Credit is particularly great because it offers many workers an added incentive to save for their future retirement, while potentially lowering their tax bill today,” said Catherine Collinson, president of the Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies.

Here’s how it works: • Check Your Eligibility – For singles, anyone earning up to $28,750 in 2012 or $29,500 in 2013 is eligible. For the head of a household, the income limit is $43,125 in 2012 or $44,250 in 2013. For those who

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You must be 18 years or older by Jan. 1 and cannot be a full-time student or be claimed as a dependent on another person’s tax return. If you fit within these parameters, the Saver’s Credit may be for you.

Depending on your filing status and income level, you may qualify for a non-refundable credit of up to $1,000 (or $2,000 if filing jointly) on your federal income taxes for that year when you contribute to a 401(k), 403(b), 457, 501(c)(18)(D), SEP or SIMPLE plan, or an IRA. • Save for Retirement – If your employer offers a retirement plan, make sure you enroll. Or open a traditional or Roth IRA with the financial institution of your choice. If you are enrolled in your employer’s retirement plan, you may already qualify for the credit.

In general, for every dollar you con-

tribute to a qualified retirement plan or IRA, up to the lesser of the limits permitted by an employer-sponsored plan or the IRS, you defer that amount from your current overall taxable income on your federal tax returns.

• File Your Tax Return and Claim the Credit – When you prepare your federal tax returns, you then claim your Saver’s Credit by subtracting this tax credit from your federal income taxes owed.

If you use a professional tax preparer, ask about the Saver’s Credit, called the “Retirement Savings Contributions Credit” on Forms 1040, 1040A and 1040NR. Or if you use tax preparation software, be sure to use Form 1040, Form 1040A or Form 1040NR to file your return.

The Saver’s Credit is not available with Form 1040EZ, although the IRS has included instructions with the EZ directing you to a different form if you choose to claim the credit.

Lastly, if you prepare your tax returns by hand, start with Form 8880, “Credit for Qualified Retirement Savings Contri-

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The 13th Annual Transamerica Retirement Survey found that just 20 percent of American workers with an annual household income of less than $50,000 are aware that the credit exists. Don’t overlook Uncle Sam’s Saver’s Credit; it may help you pay less in your current federal income taxes while saving for retirement.

For more details on the Saver’s Credit and online retirement planning calculators, visit the Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies® at www.transamericacenter.org.

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The three-part series will focus on issues relevant to families beginning to encounter Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease or other dementia, or who are looking for additional information. Topics include symptoms, diagnosis, risk factors, behaviors, personality changes, medications, home and facility care, legal and financial information related to dementia, and available community services.

Marilyn Ward, LSW, is the presenter and facilitator. Registration is requested and may be made by calling the Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Association at 1-800-272-3900.

Poetry & art conference The Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter, and the Toledo Museum of Art are hosting â&#x20AC;&#x153;Poetry and Art,â&#x20AC;? a conference featuring the groundbreaking work of poet and author Gary Glazner and his Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Poetry Project (APP).

The workshop will be held Friday, March 22, from 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. at the Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe Street, Toledo.

The event will focus on using visual art as an inspiration for the performance and creation of poetry for persons in all stages of Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease, including the late stage. A performance using the Museumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own art will also take place for people who have dementia and their care partners. A closed, private training session is also being held for TMA docents and staff.

Call 1-800-272-3900 for registration materials and information about CEUs.

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On March 20, elected officials and local celebrities will participate in WCCOAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s March For Meals event. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In this tough economy, the food and human contact we provide to seniors in this community is needed more than ever,â&#x20AC;? said Jacqueline Metz, volunteer coordinator for the Wood County Committee on Aging. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We need the community to come out and support our March For Meals events.

Our clients are counting on us. We canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let them down.â&#x20AC;?

March For Meals is a national campaign held in March, initiated and sponsored by the Meals On Wheels Association of America (MOWAA) to raise awareness of senior hunger and to encourage action on the part of local communities. Senior Nutrition Programs across the United States, like WCCOA, promote March For Meals through public events, partnerships with local businesses, volunteer recruitment and fundraising initiatives. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our Meals On Wheels programs are on the front lines every day in the battle against senior hunger,â&#x20AC;? said MOWAA Interim CEO Larry J. Tomayko. â&#x20AC;&#x153;March for Meals is a time when communities can come together to stand with their local Meals On Wheels program and support our

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The Ottawa County Senior Activity Committee, under the direction of the Ottawa County Senior Advisory Board, is seeking nominations for its annual induction into the Ottawa County Senior Hall of Fame.

Nomination forms are available at all Ottawa County Senior Centers, including Oak Harbor, Elmore and Genoa. Nomination forms must be returned to the Ottawa County Senior Resources Office or any Senior Center by April 15. Nomination forms will be reviewed by the Ottawa County Board of Commissioners and the staff of Senior Resources to determine the 2012-2013 Hall of Fame recipients.

The purpose of the award is to recognize senior volunteers in the community who exemplify a positive image of aging, demonstrating these characteristics through their involvement and contribution to various volunteer activities throughout Ottawa County.

Nominations are open to anyone 60 years of age or older who resides in Ottawa County or participated in volunteer activities for any organization in the county.

The Senior Hall of Fame winners will be inducted during Ottawa Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Spring Senior Day, scheduled for Wednesday May 8. Winners will receive a plaque commemorating their achievement. In addition, their names will be added to the county plaque, which will hang in the Ottawa County Senior Resources office.

For more information or to obtain a nomination form, contact local senior centers or call Senior Resources at 1-877-8986458. The applications can also be found on the Senior Resources web page at www. co.ottawa.oh.us/ocseniorresources.

The Wood County Committee on Aging, Inc. (WCCOA) will be participating in the national 2013 March For Meals campaign.

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Kre’ana Henry helps Waite girls return to limelight

By Yaneek Smith and J. Patrick Eaken sports@presspublications.com In her senior year, six-foot tall forward Kre’ana Henry helped bring Waite girls back to the limelight, even though they finished with a losing record.

In Henry's fourth year of prep basketball, she had her breakout season.

From her time as a freshman, when the Lady Indians nearly won the Division I state title, to her senior season, one that saw her earn the Alan Miller Jeweler’s Press Player of the Year Award, Henry has made her mark as an area basketball player.

In voting for the POY Award, she won over Genoa 5-7 junior wing Ciara Albright, an honorable mention Division III All-Ohio selection, by three votes. Also getting votes were Cardinal Stritch 5-6 senior guard Abby Mass and Oak Harbor 5-9 senior post Abbie Gezo. All are first team All-Press selections.

Other first team selections are Lake 5-6 sophomore guard Jordyn Taylor and Woodmore 5-10 junior wing Allie Wank.

Second team picks are Eastwood 5-9 senior guard Diana Bushman, Stritch 5-7 sophomore post Cecelia Gozdowski, Henry's teammate, 6-1 junior center Latesha Craig, and two Oak Harbor players — 5-7 senior guard Maria Boers and 5-10 freshman guard Andrea Cecil.

For her efforts this season, one that saw Henry average 17.3 points and 9.4 rebounds, she was awarded with a number of distinctions, among them All-Ohio HM in D-I, secondteam Northwest District and first team in the City League.

Henry tore the anterior-cruciate ligament (ACL) in her knee 14 games into the season, an injury that caused her to miss the rest of the year. It also makes her accomplishments this season that much more special, considering that she only played roughly two-thirds of the season and was still able to earn the respect of area coaches and media.

Despite that setback, Henry is confident she can recover from the injury, which she will have surgery on this week. Henry will likely play college basketball this coming fall, noting that she will begin her rehab shortly after the surgery is completed.

“I’m proud of myself for still being able to receive those awards even after I went down in the middle of the season with the ACL tear,” said Henry, the Indians’ captain.

“And I was able to lead my team on and off the court.”

Coach Manny May, now in his 14th season, said Henry made strides during her four years with the program and credited her for being a good leader.

“She grew up a lot from her freshman to her senior season,” May said. “She handled herself (well) in the classroom, on the court and in the community. She has improved a lot as a player — she’s always calling to see when the gym is open. She’s a dedicated individual.”

He says the thing about Henry that sets her apart is her versatility. She can play

both power forward and small forward, making her difficult to defend.

Henry’s career has seen steady progression since she arrived as a freshman.

She saw some action that first year while playing for a team led by Natasha Howard (Florida State), Shanice McNeal and Miriah Haynes that was D-I state runner-up in 2010 before moving into the starting lineup and averaging 10 points and nine rebounds during her sophomore campaign. As a junior, Henry averaged a double-double 12 points and 10 rebounds, good enough to earn second-team City League Honors. This year, her game took off to a different level.

It wasn’t just Henry this year who helped lead the Indians to an appearance in the City League final this year. Along with fellow post player Latesha Craig, a 6-1 center who averaged 9.8 points and 10.4 rebounds, good enough to earn second-team CL and All-Press honors, the duo was able to form a solid presence in the interior.

Add the help of fellow starters Ramiah Henry, the point guard, shooting guard Yatiah Caldwell, small forward Taylor Works and role players Kayla May, Janae Kenny and Mary Perkins, Waite was able to fight through injuries and finish 8-12 overall and 6-4 mark in the CL, good for third place, before falling to Central Catholic in the DI sectional semifinals. The Indians had the lead late in that game, but blew it down the stretch.

To this day, Henry still benefits from playing with Howard, McNeal, and Haynes “She learned about dedication, about hard work,” May said. “She watched them in the gym all day and how they worked hard.

There was never a time when they were down.

They wanted to have friendship and family (with each other) and she saw the camaraderie they had. They wanted to win the title and they just came up a little short.”

Henry added, “I learned that hard work does pay off in order for you to be successful,” she said, “you have to put in the work and keep God first. And I didn’t play when we got down (to state), but it was still a great feeling just to be able to experience that. I wish I could’ve gotten down there again.

“It’s been a fun four years,” she continued. “I should’ve been better about being serious from the start, but all in all, I have improved a lot over the years.”

Despite the fact that the team is losing Henry, Kenny, and Kayla May, Coach May, whose teams have won four City titles, is optimistic about what lies ahead for this group. Next year, it will feature a deep senior class.

Coach May believes Craig can become an even better post player, that Caldwell could put up 15 to 20 points a night and Ramiah Henry, Kre’ana’s sister, is a point guard capable of averaging over seven to eight assists. If that trio, along with Works and Perkins, puts in the work during the offseason, the Indians could be on the verge of another great season.

“It’s very important that if you want to be a successful player, you work on your game on a constant basis — spring, summer, fall on a 12-month basis,” May said.

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I learned that hard work does pay off in order for you to be successful. You have to put in the work and keep God first.

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Tom Kontak returns, only to garner Coach of Year honors

By Jeffrey D. Norwalk Press Contributing Writer sports@presspublications.com Oak Harbor Lady Rockets’ bench-boss Tom Kontak is Alan Miller Jewelers AllPress Coach of the Year, garnering over half of the votes in his first year back on the job.

The skeptics will argue. OH finished fourth in the final Sandusky Bay Conference standings behind Perkins (third at 148 overall, 9-4 SBC), backyard rival and runner-up Port Clinton (21-4, 12-2) and repeat champion and Division II state qualifier Clyde (27-0, 14-0).

Sure, after edging Perkins 39-38 in a thriller of a sectional semifinal at Sandusky, Coach TK and his Lady Rockets were bounced from the tournament by No. 13-ranked PC, 42-35.

But, sometimes in the world of sports, one has to look beyond tangibles like deep tournament runs, league championships, and rankings, It takes a little more.

“I think it’s all about having patience for this job. It’s about having a sense of humor to go along with it,” offers OH assistant coach Mark Boukissen.

Boukissen has known and gone into battle with and against Kontak for a little over 15 years, dating back to when their boys were squaring off against each other in little league and Colt baseball.

“The qualities of a coach of the year include being cool under pressure and having a good working relationship with the media. It’s about being a good communicator, and speaking truthfully to the players — even when the truth hurts. It’s about being an innovator and being aware that what worked last week, may not work again this week,” Boukissen said.

“But I think what inspires me most about Tom is how much passion he has for the game of basketball, his fellow coaches, and his players,” adds Boukissen. ‘It’s a great thing to be a part of his program, and truthfully, the people of Oak Harbor have not seen anything yet. We plan on taking this program to the next level.

Longtime confidant, and fellow OH coach Chris Rawski chimes in, “The whole

Alan Miller Jewelers Press Coach of the Year Tom Kontak in the huddle drawing up a play for his Rockets. (Press photo by Harold Hamilton/HEHphotos.lifepics.com) coaching staff has done a great job implementing a style and a mentality that has allowed these players to have success.”

Rawski is about to enter his sophomore season as the Rockets’ softball skipper and he’s been gleaning coaching knowledge from Kontak for approaching two decades.

Heading Genoa’s programs, the two churned out mesmerizing basketball and softball players like Simone Eli, Shana Szypka, and Brittany Darling.

“They came in with high expectations and the mentality that no matter who they are playing, a high level of competitiveness needs to be a part of what a Lady Rocket basketball player shows on the floor,” Rawski says. “This allowed them to overcome some hurdles as the season progressed, like the sectional semifinal win over Perkins. It was a hurdle the players hadn’t been able to complete all the way back to junior high, so it was quite an exciting moment for the

players, the coaches, and fans.”

Ten area coaches and 10 local media members from print, radio, and television selected Kontak as COY. Kontak got every vote, except six were split between Woodmore skipper Kyle Clair and Waite skipper Manny May, with Clair finishing second.

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ments for Kontak’s COY candidacy can be heard from his players, like 5-foot-9 senior post player Abbie Gezo, who is first team All-Press and received Player of the Year votes.

Gezo says even off the court, Kontak plays a role “encouraging us to do stuff together — stuff like team feeds, and going out to eat together and going to watch (the future of the OHHS program) in the seventh and eighth grade tournament as a team.”

Senior Makayla Carpenter, a third team All-Press selection, echoes, “Coach Kontak and his coaching staff were just very passionate this year, and encouraged us to leave everything out on the court, and to play hard for each other, not just for ourselves,” “He really wanted this season to be special for us four seniors (including fellow guards Maria Boers and Erin Bryant),” Carpenter adds, “and sometimes I think he wanted it for us even more than we wanted it. He just encouraged us to prove people wrong every day and to show them what we’ve got.”

Still not convinced?

In their first, full season as the architects behind the previously-floundering Lady Rockets’ basketball program, Coach TK, Boukissen and assistants Art Eli and Johnny Kontak took the reins of a team that had grown somewhat accustomed to being an SBC also-ran. In 2011-12, the Rockets finished a disappointing 7-14 overall, and near the bottom in conference play at 3-11.

They built it into an up-and-comer this year by leading Gezo, Carpenter, Boers, Bryant, and company to double the wins at 16-8 overall, and 7-6 in the league.

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The best is yet to come

By Mark Griffin Press Contributing Writer sports@presspublications.com Veteran boys basketball coach Keith Diebler has had good teams and very good teams. Bad teams and strong teams. Fast teams and experienced teams, and some not-so-experienced teams.

He’s won a state championship (2005) and been a state runner-up (2007). This past season, his first as the head coach at Genoa, Diebler watched the Comets finish 3-18 overall and dead last (0-14) in the Northern Buckeye Conference. Still, he remains undeterred.

“Obviously, record-wise the season was not successful,” Diebler said. “The kids stayed the course. We put in a system, and the system’s not forgiving if you’re not very physical or you can’t do the things we needed to do defensively.”

The Comets gave up 91 points or more 11 times in 2012-13. They got outrebounded by nearly 10 boards a game and shot just 35 percent from the field, including 28 percent from 3-point range.

Diebler, however, chooses to look on the bright side.

Genoa returns 10 lettermen and 68.5 points a game next year, including three starters who scored in double figures. Injuries and inexperience forced him to use several different starting lineups, and two freshmen saw enough court time to earn varsity letters.

“The way the kids stayed the course, this is going to get nothing but better,” Diebler said. “I can’t wait until we can get back in the gym and get after it. They understand what shooting on the move means and what

Genoa coach Keith Diebler preaches basketball lessons to his players.

(Press photo by Harold Hamilton/ HEHphotos. lifepics. com) will happen when our defense gets better.

We really got hurt on the glass this year, but we had pups out there. I’m excited and the kids are excited.”

Next year’s squad will return 6-foot-1 sophomore Luke Rightnowar, a secondteam All-NBC pick who averaged 17.4 points, 4.7 rebounds, 4.0 assists and 2.3 steals a game this season.

“He had a pretty good year,” Diebler said, “and it’s going to get better for him as he gets stronger. What impresses me the most about him is that he went to the foul line 138 times and broke the school record for foul shots made, with 99. He’s just learning how to draw fouls and understand when to get fouls and that kind of stuff. If you’re assertive, you’re going to score. He was pretty assertive. As he developed, his assists went up and that part of his game really came on.”

Casey Gose, a 5-9 point guard, averaged 13.7 points, 7.1 assists, 3.8 rebounds and 2.1 steals as a junior. He earned honorable mention all-district honors.

“He’s going to be the surprise next year, mark my words,” Diebler said. “He loves the game. He’s come on to be a really good point guard. He’s going to be tremendous. His court vision is a strength. As he’s understanding the system, it’s nice to see because I’m turning a lot of things over to him with the decision making process.”

Several other top players will return next year, including junior Jake Schimming, who averaged 10 points a game, sophomore Amos Cauder, who averaged eight points and a team-high 7.1 rebounds, junior post Grant Adams (9 ppg.), 6-5 sophomore Noah Goodrich (7 ppg.), Jared Brossia and Tim Hemminger.

“If Jared Brossia wouldn’t have bro-

ken his arm in the Northwood game, we’d be talking about him now,” Diebler said.

“He came off the bench in our tournament game and looked real good. It will be nice to have him all year next year. We played Tim Hemminger a lot, and he’s going to get better. He had 11 points in the tournament and played defense really well.”

Diebler said the Comets will take full advantage of their time together this offseason, which will include a trip to Ohio State’s team camp.

“We’ll spend most of the time on skill and getting better on our shooting,” the coach said. “That was a weakness for us.

We shot 603 threes and broke the school record. They’re going to have to work on their skills, and they know that. They know they have to get in the weight room. We want to get a lot more physical and stronger. We’re fired up and looking forward to the future.”

From smaller school, Mass’ name belongs with the best

By Yaneek Smith Press Contributing Writer sports@presspublications.com In just two years at Cardinal Stritch Catholic, senior Abby Mass has made an impression.

After transferring from Tiffin Calvert in the fall of 2011, Mass has served as one of the school’s best athletes, all while maintaining a 3.9 grade-point average.

A standout in volleyball and basketball, Mass led the Cardinal volleyball team to a district championship this year and helped turn the basketball program around.

In basketball, Mass was the leading scorer for the team in each of the last two seasons. This year, she averaged 13.1 points, 4.1 assists and 2.2 steals, good enough for first-team All-Toledo Area Athletic Conference honors, second-team district honors, and was selected by area coaches and media to the Alan Miller Jewelers All-Press first team despite being from a smaller school.

Mass, who is planning on majoring in fashion design at Kent State University this fall, said “I’m pretty proud. I think that we had good leaders this year and last year and it was a good experience.”

She accomplished all this while leading the team to a 13-8 record. Last season, with nearly identical statistics, she was also recognized with first-team league honors and second-team district honors.

“I realized that when I transferred,” Mass said, “I wanted to be a leader. I wanted to be a player that everyone could count on.

Cardinal Stritch Catholic senior guard Abby Mass, a first team All-Press selection, looks for a teammate. (Press photo

by Doug Karns/www.KateriSchools.org) I had to be a scorer. I know it’s important to be able to take the ball to the basket.”

Coach Terry Murnen, who has seen the team’s win total increase from three to eight to 13 in his three years at the helm,

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said, “For one, I think Abby had a big influence. She’s instilled that competitiveness within our other players. With as many young players as we had, Abby was good about working with (them). You don’t often see a senior take to our freshman like she did — that says a lot about her character.”

This season, the Cardinals went 9-5 in the TAAC, good enough for second place, a vast improvement from last season when they went 8-13.

Sophomore center Cecilia “C.C.” Gozdowski, a second team All-Press selection who stands 5-7, was second on the team in scoring (10.2) and first in rebounding (10.9). Shooting guard Maggie Merren and small forward Caty Rieker were the third- and fourth-leading scorers and point guard Kali Hardy helped to round out the starting five. The rest of the rotation, which featured a total of seven players, had seniors Hannah Tucker and Olivia Latz serve as role players.

“If you would’ve told me going into the season starting two freshmen, a sophomore, and finish second in the league, I’d be surprised,” Murnen said. “I was very pleased. We won two non-league games that we’ve not won for a while. That was a highlight. I felt there were some games we

gave away. I felt we probably could’ve won three or four more games than last year. We were competitive and my kids played hard.

In years past, if we had some adversity, we had a tendency to quit, and I didn’t see that this year.”

Murnen is encouraged by the fact that two of his best players, Gozdowski and Merren, have a combined five years of eligibility remaining.

“I think that we have some good leaders,” he said. “C.C. Gozdowski played very well for us and Maggie Merren is already blossoming into a good player.”

While Murnen is losing three seniors, including Mass, he is optimistic that even better days are on the horizon.

“I feel the future is bright,” he said.

“We have some talented young kids that stepped up for us.”

Mass and her family moved to Walbridge during the summer of 2011 after having lived in Tiffin for years.

“It was tough switching schools,” said Mass. “It was a new environment and new friends. I had friends the summer I moved.

I went to the open gyms and workouts and everybody welcomed me and it was nice.

It helped because the school is known for having a family atmosphere.”

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7 leagues wrestle in all-star event

By J. Patrick Eaken Press Sports Editor sports@presspublications.com Clay wrestlers did their part as the Three Rivers Athletic Conference defended its championship in the Greater Toledo Wrestling Coaches Association All-Star Meet in Perrysburg. Seven leagues competed, each with its own all-star team.

The TRAC and runner-up NWOAL were followed by the third place Sandusky Bay Conference, and then the NLL, Northern Buckeye Conference, Ohio Wrestling League, and Midland Athletic League followed.

The event’s history dates back years go to when three teams, the now defunct Great Lakes League, the Toledo City League, the NLL, and an at-large team competed. The TCL no longer offers wrestling.

“That was a joke. None of the kids took it serious and it was just screwing around.

The all star meet almost died because of it,” writes coach Troy McLaughlin on a yappi. com wrestling forum.

“The Greater Toledo Wrestling Coaches Association (the few that are members and run it) has worked hard to make this all star meet something special and meaningful.

The last four meets have been very good with t-shirts for all the kids, gear bags for the winning team, BCSN (Buckeye Cable Sports Network) televising the finals, etc.,” McLaughlin continued.

“All of the kids now wrestle hard and represent their leagues to the best of their abilities which is all anyone can ask. We have to put a show on for the fans and try to make our sport the best that we can. Af-

Genoa powerlilfting team state runners-up Genoa took first place in the Northwood Powerlifting Competition as five records and nine medals were awarded individually along with team placement in the Ohio High School State Powerlifting Meet at Kenton High School. The team then went on to be state runners-up at the state meet. On the Floor: Austin Wise. First row (left to right): Jake Wojciechowski, Blake Traver, Tyler Rozek, Eric Traver, Brandon Bates, Nathan Szymanski, Garrett Poiry, John Belsky, Robert Roginski. Top row: Quentin Spiess, Joey McLear, Cole Beck, Trey Fairchild, David Nutter, Michael Deiter, Kyle Nutter, Garrett Etts, and Riley Swartzmiller. ter all, they took wrestling out of the Olympics. We don’t want them to take wrestling out of high school like they did in Toledo public.”

In round one, the NLL defeated the NBC, 43-12, the NWOAL downed the OWL, 58-12, and the SBC shut out the MAL, 700. In round two, the NWOAL defeated the SBC, 31-25, and the OWL downed the MAL, 48-21. In round three, the SBC defeated the NLL, 39-12, and the NBC defeated the OWL, 38-16.

For the SBC, Oak Harbor grappler Jared Chambers (152) and Division II state champion and Alan Miller All-Press Most Outstanding Wrestler Luke Cramer (170) won in their matches against the NWOAL. Rockets Jeremy Balboa (126), Alec Bowlick (132), Chambers, and Cramer won against the MAL. Balboa, Bowlick, and Cramer won against the NLL. For the NBC against the OWL, winners were Woodmore junior and D-III

state runner-up Evan Ulinski (106), Genoa sophomore Brandon Bates (120), Eastwood freshman Andrew Caris (126), Woodmore sophomore Seth Gaghen (132), Lake senior Chris Salaz (138), Genoa senior Drew Keenan (145), Lake senior Zach Meek (152), Eastwood senior and D-II third place state placer Randy Caris (170), and Woodmore senior Dylan Young (182). Gibsonburg’s Metcalf won for the OWL at 285.

Against the NLL, NBC winners were Bates, Andrew Caris, Seth Gaghen, and Keenan.

For the OWL in their win over the MAL, local winners were Gibsonburg freshman Griffin Geary (138), Gibsonburg sophomore Dan Henline (170), and Gibsonburg senior Nick Metcalf (195). Metcalf was the only local wrestler to win for the OWL against the NWOAL.

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Ice Frogs team improves players’ self-esteem, confidence

By Mark Griffin Press Contributing Writer news@presspublications.com

From left, UCT Community Outreach Manager Jen Chillinsky, ASHA President Mike Hickey and Black Swamp Ice Frogs player Lyndon Parsons at Ottawa Park in Toledo during the UCT Winter Festival. (Photo courtesy of Linda Fisher/UCT). enjoying it, and that’s what we’re there for.

He’s skating. Maybe not at lightning speed, but he’s participating. That’s been a great success story.

“The kids enjoy it. We don’t have a lot of older people, but it’s definitely open to kids of all ages.”

Howick said another hockey coach, Chris Cox, was instrumental in getting the Ice Frogs started, and the team has received a lot of support from parents and other people in the community. He added that there are about 60 such teams across the country.

“We have (players) from Toledo, Bowling Green, Gibsonburg,” Howick said. “The geography is only limited by how far somebody wants to travel.”

The Ice Frogs, whose “season” began in mid-October and ended March 3, practiced every Sunday at the BGSU Ice Arena. Two team members competed for the Ann Arbor Rockets in the second annual UCT Winter Hockey Festival Feb. 16 in Toledo.

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The goal is not so much to play hockey but to get the kids out to exercise and be interactive.

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Putting on a pair of skates and getting on the ice with the Black Swamp Ice Frogs has done wonders for Williston resident Brian Loomis’ son.

Paul Loomis, 4, was born with cerebral palsy and has a disability on the left side of his body, where his leg doesn’t stretch and work the same way as his right side, according to Brian.

“If he were to walk by you,” Brian said, “you wouldn’t think anything was wrong.

He wears a brace. He started skating when he was 3, after he saw his older brother, Ben (7), skate. He said he wanted to skate, so we started signing him up for lessons in Bowling Green, through the BGSU Ice Arena.”

Brian said he saw a flyer for the Ice Frogs, a Toledo- and Bowling Green-based hockey team for kids with disabilities. He traded phone calls and emails with the Ice Frogs’ coach, Mike Howick, to see if young Paul, who will be in kindergarten at Genoa Elementary next fall, could attend one of the team’s practices.

“We wanted to try it and see how it went after the first day,” Brian said. “The first day we got him out there skating and I helped out with some of the other kids, teaching them how to skate and help them out. Paul needs a little help with all his gear on, getting back up. It’s a good time. Ben is out there helping.”

Howick said the Ice Frogs had seven skaters participating at any given time during this past season.

“It’s not a spectacular year to start out, but it’s a start,” Howick said. “It’s not a Special Olympics team, but it’s similar to that.

It’s under the direction of USA Hockey. We started last fall, so we’re in our first year.

We’re really geared more toward (people with) mental disabilities than physical disabilities, such as autism and Down syndrome. There is a demand for this.”

Howick, whose son Jack, 7, has a form of autism, said the Ice Frogs invite anyone “from 2 to 100 to just get out there and get on the ice and we’ll take it from there.”

“Some players show up who can skate and can do some speed skating and are very active,” he said. “Some have never been on skates. We have one player, I’m not sure if he can really run, but we got him up on skates on his own a couple times around the rink. He knows he’s out there and he’s

Howick wanted to make it clear that the Ice Frogs don’t compete in traditional hockey games. No scores are kept, and players do not hit each other. Call it organized recreation on skates.

“The volunteers who have come out to help have been great,” Howick said. “We’ve had 6 to 10 volunteers every week. We’re

Black Swamp Ice Frogs player and Williston resident Brian Loomis. looking for people to come out to play, at all levels and all ages. We understand what the caregivers are going through, so this is an hour where they can sit back and not worry.

This is non-contact, non-competitive. It’s just out hitting the puck and skating. The goal is not so much to play hockey but to get the kids out to exercise and be interactive.”

Brian Loomis has seen firsthand what participating with the Ice Frogs has done for his son.

“At first it was something new for him and he was slow to take to it,” Brian said.

“Once he got going and found out he could play actual hockey games and block some pucks and do faceoffs like in real hockey games, he just loved it. At first he would get dressed and wait for us to go out (on the ice) with him. This time (March 3), he was already on the ice without us. He went all the way out there without us.”

To learn more or to sign up for the Ice Frogs’ next season, email to blackswampicefrogs@yahoo.com.

“Green” holiday means spring is just around the corner

By J.K. DePeal Garden Writer news@presspublications.com March – with its warm, sunny spells and continuing gray, wintry, weather – begins the final countdown to spring. The first day of spring will fall on Wednesday, March 20 this year, but three days prior to that anxiously-awaited date, we will celebrate a uniquely “green” holiday.

That holiday is St. Patrick’s Day which falls on March 17.

Symbolic of this holiday is the perky, sprightly-green shamrock. Although not the official emblem of Ireland, the shamrock is without doubt symbolic of the country and its culture. The shamrock (or white clover Trifolium repens) grows in abundance over the fields and byways of Ireland and has mystical and practical connections with Irish history.

St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, is said to have used the three-leafed shamrock to illustrate the concept of the Holy Trinity to the people of Ireland when he traveled there as a missionary in 432 AD. St. Patrick is also said to have driven all the snakes out of the country and then filled the land with shamrock fields to prevent the snakes from ever returning. Though deemed a legend, it is true that there are no snakes in the wild in Ireland and, wherever shamrocks grow, snakes stay away.

Another tale of St. Patrick is that wherever he preached in the land, shamrocks would spring up and grow.

But the little, green, three-leafed beauty was also important in Irish history before St. Patrick arrived. Early religious practices in the land revered the number three, so the

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Although not the official emblem of Ireland, the shamrock is without doubt symbolic of the country and its culture. three-leafed shamrock or “Seamrog,” as it was originally called, was a significantly, important plant. It was also considered to have magical properties and when worn or carried the shamrock was believed to be

able to protect the bearer from evil or harm.

The wearing of the shamrock or including it in bridal bouquets or bouquets brought into the home was very common in Ireland.

Used in the ancient rituals and prac-

tices of these early religious groups, the symbol of “the three” has continued in the culture of the country today. Representations of the shamrock can be found everywhere in Ireland today, from the logo of Aer Lingus, the official airline of the country, to decorative symbols on public buildings, churches, places of business, and homes.

Irish postage stamps, coins, books, etc. also may bear the imprint of the shamrock and, throughout the land, the shamrock has become an emblem of Irish spirit and pride.

Though the original shamrock is considered to be the white clover, the red clover (Trifolium pretense) and the wood sorrel (Oxalis acetosella) are also considered to be shamrocks. The oxalis or “Flowering Shamrock” is the more decorative of the shamrock varieties and comes in a variety of bloom and foliage colors.

It makes a lovely house or garden plant.

In the garden it is well-suited to container arrangements and is very easy to care for (see www. willowcreekgardens/oxalis for more information and pictures).

The shamrock has commonly been considered a “good luck” plant and they are on display now at many of our local garden and home centers.

If you have garden questions or tips for other gardeners, send them in to dpl3@accesstoledo.com.

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Kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; clothing swap planned at Owens Community College Owens Community College students are reaching out to area families with a limited clothing budget by hosting a childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clothing swap event titled â&#x20AC;&#x153;Swap-It-Upâ&#x20AC;?

Tuesday, March 19.

The swap, being presented by the Student Activities Office, will take place from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. in the Audio/Visual Classroom Center Rooms 125-128. The event is free and open to the public.

Attendees are encouraged to bring gently used, folded clothing of all sizes for children to the event. Items being accepted as part of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Swap-It-Upâ&#x20AC;? initiative include pants, dresses, shoes, skirts, jackets, shorts, short sleeve shirts, long sleeve shirts, ties and onesies, among other items.

All donated items must be freshly laundered and should not have visible stains, holes, broken zippers and/or missing buttons. Individuals will be given a ticket voucher for each item donated. In turn, vouchers will enable attendees to choose from the already donated clothing selection.

Any items not claimed during the clothing swap event will be donated to Cherry Street Mission Ministries. For more information about the clothing swap event, call 1-800-GO-OWENS, ext. 2994.

Chamber plans Egg Hunt The Oak Harbor Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, March 23, at 2 p.m.

The event will begin in Adolphus Kraemer Park at the Log Cabin with an Easter Egg Hunt, followed by a candy hunt downtown, and then proceed to the Portage Fire Station on Water Street where the children can visit with Mr. and Mrs. Bunny, take photos with the Easter Bunny and have a chance to win a special Golden Egg basket.

The egg hunt is free to the public and open to children ages 12 and under. For more information, contact the chamber office at 419-898-0479.

Kiwanis Egg Hunt The Genoa Area Kiwanis Club will sponsor the Annual Easter Egg Hunt Sat-

Tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for students/ senior citizens and are available from any cast member or by calling Genoa Schools at 419-855-7741, ext. 31315 (Middle School Library) or ext. 41203 (Elementary Office).

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urday March 30, at 1 p.m. at Genoa Veterans Park. In case of inclement weather, the event will be held at the Genoa Fire Hall.

The egg hunt is open to all children living in the Genoa Area School District.

Participants will be divided into age categories including ages 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 5 and kindergarten, first grade, second grade and third grade. Several Easter baskets will be available to those children finding specially marked eggs. There will also be a Grand Prize Easter Basket Drawing.

The Genoa Area Kiwanis Club is looking for new members to help support their community projects. Call Jean Holcombe at 419-855-8381 for details.

A Dickens of a Tale Genoa High School will present, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Oliver!â&#x20AC;? March 21-24.

One of the most beloved musicals of all them, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Oliver!â&#x20AC;? is based on the Charles Dickensâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; tale of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Oliver Twist.â&#x20AC;? From the moment the orphan boy asks, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Please sir, may I have some more?â&#x20AC;? the audience is swept into his moving â&#x20AC;&#x153;rags to richesâ&#x20AC;? story.

Genoa Elementary students Nicke Hemmert and Andrew Szepiela will share the role of Oliver Twist. They will be joined on stage by a cast of almost 60 high school students, including Carlos Baez (Fagin), Mackenzie Baumhower (Nancy), Drew Keenan (Bill Sykes), Brennen Williams (Mr. Bumble), Serena Parlette (Widow Corney), Emanuel Aranda (The Artful Dodger), Caitlin Dazley (Bet) and Clay Parlette (Mr. Bownlow). Adding to the performance will be the orphan/pickpocket chorus consisting of an addition 30 elementary and middle school students.

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Woodmore Drama Club will present, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Grease, The Musical,â&#x20AC;? March 21, 22 and 23 at 7:30 p.m. and March 24 at 2 p.m. in the school auditorium.

Tickets will be available March 11,12,14,18 and 19 from 10 a.m. to noon at the high school and 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the elementary school.

Spring Shop Hop Eight merchants in eight area communities will be participating in a Spring Shop Hop April 5 and 6 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Participating shops will include Thyme for All Seasons in Curtice; Novelties & Nostalgia in Woodville; Simple Gatherings in Elmore; Beekerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s General Store in Pemberville; Summer Kitchen in Helena; Primitive Cupboard in Oak Harbor and Country Cupboard in Gibsonburg.

Those who visit all the shops will be entered for a gift basket drawing.

For more information, call 419-7073636 or 419-304-7381.

Play ball!

Opening Day at Fifth Third Field is April 11, when the Mud Hens take on the Louisville Bats. The first pitch is 5 p.m.

Gates will open at 3 p.m.

Leading the team for his third season is manager Phil Nevin. Hitting coach Leon â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bullâ&#x20AC;? Durham, pitching coach A.J. Sager and trainer Matt Rankin also return for another season. Both Durham and Rankin mark 13 seasons with the Mud Hens, while Sager returns for his sixth.

Fans can purchase tickets at the Fifth Third Field box office, by phone at 419-725HENS, or online at www.mudhens.com.

Dylan to perform Legendary musician and cultural icon Bob Dylan will perform at the Bowling

Green State University Stroh Center Sunday, April 21 at 6:30 p.m.

Los Angeles-based folk-rock band Dawes will open the show at 7:30 p.m., and Dylan takes the stage at 8:30 p.m.

Tickets are on sale at the Stroh Center box office and at ticketmaster.com. General admission tickets are $35 and $45. Student tickets are $25 and available with a student ID at the Stroh Center box office.

For more information, visit strohcenter.com or ticketmaster.com.

Benefit photo contest Kurt Nielsen Photography, 5431 Schultz Dr. Sylvania, is currently scheduling appointments for a free photo contest that is open to all children age 12 and under.

Through April 13, photographers will shoot free mini portrait sessions meant to showcase a childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s personality. Parents will then be asked to come back to the studio to choose an entry photo for the contest. At that time they will be given the opportunity to make a minimum $5 donation to the Ronald McDonald House.

With the donation, parents will receive a complimentary CD slideshow set to music (not printable) of all of the images from their childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s session and a chance to purchase prints or digital images at a discounted rate. Contest details are available at www.kurtnphoto.com.

Spring Make it-Take-it Beekerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s General Store, 226 E. Front St., downtown Pemberville, will offer a Spring lineup of Make it-Take-it classes.

The current schedules include an Easter chick floral centerpiece, Monday, March 25 at 7 p.m. The fee is $25; all materials and tools will be provided. The instructor is designer Michele Poturalski, of Downtown Deco. Advance registration and payment are required.

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• Through Oct. 7: “The War of 1812 on the Ohio Frontier” on exhibit, Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center, Fremont.

Artifacts and manuscripts from the Hayes Presidential Center Collections, area museums and historical societies and the private collection of Lou Schultz are featured. 419332-2081 or www.rbhayes.org.

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March March 16-17: 28th Annual Fremont Toy Show, Sandusky Co. Fairgrounds, corner of Rawson and North, Fremont. Sat. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Buy, sell or trade farm toys, dolls, pedal tractors, books and more.

March 21-24: Zenobia Shrine Circus, SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave., Toledo. Shows at 2 & 6:30 p.m. www. zenobiashrinecircus.com or www. Ticketmaster.com.

March 23: Annual Easter Egg Hunt, at the Log Cabin at Adolphus Kreamer Park, downtown Oak Harbor, 2 p.m. A candy hunt through downtown and photos with Mr. and Mrs. Bunny will follow. 419-8980479 or www.oakharborohio.net.

March 23: Sounds of Sorgenbrecher, Pemberviille American Legion Hall, 8 p.m.midnight. Proceeds benefit Legion Post 183 Calf Club. $20 admission includes music plus beer, wine, soda, snacks, chicken/beef sandwiches and popcorn. 21 and older.

Tickets available at the legion hall daily 9 a.m.-noon.

March 23: Ottawa Co. Conservation League Youth Shoot for ages 9-15, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Martin. Free. Trap and archery shooting.

Learn to make inline spinners. Guns/bows provided. Club members will assist youths.

Lunch provided. RSVP by March 16 to Mike Dille at 419-836-7508.

March 23: Spring Vendor & Craft Show, St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, 17877 SR 579, Martin, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Hosted by the Tiki Warriors Relay for Life Team of Ottawa County benefitting the American Cancer Society. 419-855-4370.

March 23: Woodmore Select Baseball Vendor & Craft Show, Woodmore High School, 633 Fremont, Elmore, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Crafters, raffles, food and refreshments. 419345-4104 or villageofelmore.com.

March 23: Business Fair, Owens Community College Student Health & Activities Center, 20335 Oregon Rd., Perrysburg, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Featuring more than 700 businesses that serve Rossford and the surrounding communities. www.owens.edu.

March 30: Hayes Easter Egg Roll, Spiegel Grove, Hayes Presidential Center, Fremont, 2 p.m. Children ages 3-10 can experience a White House tradition the home of 19th President Rutherford B. Hayes. Bring 3 hard boiled colored eggs to take part in the optional egg-decorating contest, plus a 4th hard boiled and decorated egg. Free. www. rbhayes.org.

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Thank you all and God Bless. Now if we could just figure out a way to learn how to live without him.

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Annual Spring Rummage Sale, March 22, 9 a.m.6 p.m.; March 23, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. ($2 Bag day), Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 1105 Elliston Rd., just off SR 2. Info: 419-836-7681.

Elmore

Crafters Wanted for Woodmore Select Baseball Craft Show to be held March 23 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. in the Woodmore High School Multipurpose Room, 633 Fremont St. Info: visit www.woodmoreselectbaseball.com or call Esteban Reyes at 419-3454104.

Elmore Conservation Club Trap Shooting every Wed. from 6-9 p.m. and every Sat. from 5-9 p.m.

Questions: 419-392-1112.

The Cash Basis Annual Financial Report of the Harris-Elmore Public Library for the year that ended Dec. 31, 2012 is available for inspection at the Library, 328 Toledo St. Call Julie Bergman, fiscal officer, at 419-862-2573 for an appointment.

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.

Genoa

All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast featuring pancakes & sausage, eggs, biscuits & gravy, March 24, 8 a.m.1 p.m., Genoa Legion Hall, 302 West St. Carryouts available. For Legion Hall rental information, call Tom at 419-460-3265.

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 being relocated to Christ Community Church, 303 West 4th St. Info: 419-855-8539 or 419-341-0913.

Gibsonburg

Bookworms Book Club will meet the last Thurs. of the month at 1:30 p.m. at the Gibsonburg Branch of Birchard Library. The Bookworms will meet for light refreshments and good discussion about a book that members chose at the prior meeting. On March 28, the group will discuss â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Shoemakerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wife,â&#x20AC;? by Adriana Trigiani. For info or to reserve a copy of the book, call 419-637-2173.

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.

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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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Ottawa Co. Conservation League Youth Shoot March 23, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., for ages 9-15. Free.

Shoot will consist of trap shooting, archery and making inline fishing lures. Club will provide a gun or bow to those who donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have one. An adult must accompany each child. Instructors will be on hand to assist participants. Lunch will be provided.

RSVP by March 16. Space limited to first 25. Mike Dille at 419-836-7508.

Vendors & Crafters Sought for a Spring Vendor & Craft Show, March 23, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., St. Peterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lutheran Church, 17877 SR 579 (across from Blackberry Corners). Proceeds from the show will benefit the American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Ottawa County. Call Tami or Kim 419-855-4370 for info.

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Millbury

Millbury Firemaids will hand out food bags to needy families March 16, 2-4 p.m. at the Fire Station on Ayers Rd.

Oak Harbor

All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Breakfast March 23, 7-10 a.m., Oak Harbor United Methodist Church, 360 E. Ottawa St. off SR 163 near Veterans Park.

Proceeds will benefit Camp Sabroske. Info: Barb at 419-304-0723.

All-You-Can-Eat Fish Fries from 4-7 p.m. Fridays through March 22, St. Boniface School, 215 Church St. Choose from baked or fried fish, macaroni and cheese, french fries, seasoned potatoes, hush puppies, cole slaw, salad bar, dinner rolls, beverage and a variety of homemade desserts.

Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s meals available. Ages 5 and under eat free.

Food for Thought Food Pantry at Oak Harbor Alliance Chapel, 11805 W. SR 105, the last Wed. of each month from 5 to 7 p.m. Info: 419-7073664.

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Fish Fry March 29, 4:30-7 p.m. Pemberville American Legion, 405 E. Front St. Three & five piece dinners available, which include baked potato or fries, cole slaw or applesauce, roll & butter.

Carryout available. Homemade pie and macaroni and cheese also available.

Community Food Pantry at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 220 Cedar St. open M-Th, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. (excluding holidays). Open to Eastwood School District residents. ID & proof of residency required.

Info available at Pemberville churches.

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Rossford

BBQ Chicken Dinner April 7, noon until gone, Rossford Eagles, 658 Lime City Rd. Dinner includes half-chicken, au gratin potatoes, corn, sweet and sour cabbage, roll and butter and dessert.

Walbridge

Walbridge Centennial Committee meets the second Tues. of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the village hall.

Family Storytimes for children of all ages Tues.

11 a.m., Walbridge Branch Library, 108 N. Main St. Free. 419-666-9900.

Woodville

Woodville Senior Center offers lunch M-F, 11:30 a.m. (call 419-849-3636 for reservations). Home delivery also available.

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1516 Bradner Road, Northwood, Lake Schools, quality-built 3-bedroom ranch, 2-bath, attached garage, $129,900. 419-392-6375, 419-708-1490

Oregon home- 466 Georgetown Dr., 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath, full basement, 2 car garage, Reduced$214,000. 419-698-8902

3 bedroom Oregon ranch, Starr/Coy area, 1 bath, C/A, newer roof/windows, bay window w/seat, 2.5 detached garage, dry basement, fenced yard, asking $129,900. 419698-8658

Oregon, 132 N. Wynn, brick ranch.

2-bedrooms, LR, FR, 2-car attached, storage building, $86,900/Make Offer. 419-280-4584 or 419-693-5812

Country convenience. 3BD/2BA brick ranch in rural Lake Township. $124,900. Minutes from major highways and Crossroads Shopping Center. Call 419-972-4252 for an appointment.

Elmore, 17781 W. Riverside, luxury country living overlooking Portage River, very private, completely remodeled, 3900 sf, 4br, 2.5 baths, walk-out basement, marble, granite, custom woodworking, professional landscaping, terraces, and large covered porch. Very unique. $440,000.

17781riversidedrive.com HOMES IN GIBSONBURG OPEN HOUSE Sun. March 17 1:00 2:30 619 W. Madison St. Gibsonburg Beautiful home near elem. school.

Much to offer - 4 bedroom, office, new kitchen, beauty salon and workshop. Don't need a beauty salon? It would make a great family room.

Oregon- 1410 Eastland Dr., 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, Crandel Brick Ranch, inground pool, and pergola, newer furnace, central air, gas fireplace and grill, $149,900. Assist to Sell 419878-2640

Open Sun (3/17) 1 to 3 3551 Lynnbrooke, Oregon 3 bed, tri-level, inground pool, bsmt, 2.5 baths, deck and more! Priced at $208,000 Hal Babcock 419-575-0390

521 W. Smith One story home with 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, sunroom, and office.

Large 2 car garage.

Lots of storage.

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Call Becky Lauer SECURE REALTY. 419-637-2738

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2 bedroom Townhouse, Buckeye St., Genoa, $515/mo +deposit, no pets, 419-862-3299

Oregon-Nice 2-bedroom bungalow, move-in condition, 1-bath, full basement, 3-season back porch, detached 1-car garage, $50,000. Call Allen at 419-705-9891.

Woodcreek Village, Walbridge, 3 bedroom, 2 full baths, 2 decks, 2 car garage, 55+, quiet, 419-662-5450

4-Bedroom house, East Toledo, $600/month $500 deposit +gas, +electric, 2 full bathrooms. Call 419280-1564 or 419-704-1376.

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5066 Chardonnay 4 beds 2 baths fenced yard many updates.

Dee Cottrell 419-360-8001 www.deecottrell.com dcottrell37@yahoo.com

Curtice/ Jerusalem Twp., 145 N. Yondota Rd., Oregon schools, 4 bed, 1 bath country home on a 1 acre lot, 2 horse stall barn, basement, pool, never been rented. $1,100/mo., + utilities/deposit.

419-754-3907 East house, 141 Steel Street 2bedroom, deposit, $460/month. May consider land contract w/good credit.

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OREGON 1518 Jersey Street 2 Bed, 1 Bath, 1½ Car Garage, New Paint & Carpet. $650/mo + deposit & utilities

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Butler, 2-bedroom upper duplex, $410/month plus utilities.

Call for new tenant rate 1105 S. Wheeling

Caledonia, 1-bedroom upper duplex, appliances included, $375/month plus utilities.

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East Toledo, 2 bedroom, No Pets, Stove/Fridge furnished. $450 /mo. + deposit. 419-698-1896

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Make an offer! Extra nice 2 bed, bsmt, 2 car gar. Newer roof, windows, siding and security system. $29,900!!!!

Mary Wolfinger 419-283-3033

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804ElkRidge.com Quality executive home on wooded lot. Huge garage, finished basement, gourmet kitchen, sunroom and MORE.

218Warner.com Just listed 3 bed, 1.5 baths ranch on corner lot in Walbridge. Updates galore! All appliances stay, sunroom!

$65,000 $76,000 $79,900 $97,000 $120,500 $129,300 $129,900 $134,000 $134,000 $169,900 $215,000 $217,500

SOLD: 880 Water, Woodville SOLD: 312 Fremont, Elmore SOLD: 215 Pine, Woodville SOLD: 646 Grandview, Elmore SOLD: 308 Main, Genoa PENDING: 512 Superior, Genoa PENDING: 108 15th, Genoa PENDING: 10767 Sun Trace, Perrysburg PENDING: 152 Brooklyn, Oak Harbor PENDING: 1966 Allendale, Toledo

6036James.com Situated on 3 lots, extra nice 3 bed with brand new family room addition. Seller leaving all appliances including washer and dryer. Call today!

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JUST LISTED! OregonAlmost 1 ACRE! Completely fenced w/dog kennel. ALL BRICK. 3b, 1.5ba. Beautiful Hdwd. floors, Eat-in Kit. Newer furnace, A/C, roof & more. Bsmt.

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3 beds, din. w/builtin buffet, eat-in Kit. bsmt. Enc. porch, fenced, 2 car, deck, nat. wdwk.

East Toledo, 3 bedroom lower unit apartment with basement and off street parking, gas heat and water included, $550/mo., 2218 Caledonia, 419-697-0611 East Toledo, 3 bedroom upper duplex, $425/mo., 3 bedroom lower, $425/mo + deposit and utilities, appliances, No Pets. 419-691-3074 East, 1918 Greenwood, 2-bedroom, lower unit, appliances included, tennant pays utilities, freshly painted, security deposit, no pets, $470. 419345-3716.

Genoa 2 bedroom upper, clean, no pets. $450/mo. +Security deposit/utilities. 419-862-2000 Genoa- Spacious 2 bedroom upper, heat & water incuded $560/mo. Available March 15. Call Matt 567-277-0210.

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24 +/- acres for sale Woodville & Fostoria Rds.. Millbury/Lake Township area. Call for details-419-8364175 REDUCED PRICE! Improved Lots for Sale in Eagleview Sub-division in Elmore. 419-862-2370

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Oak Harbor apartment, 2 bedrooms, $425/mo. 419-855-7250

OREGON ARMS 1 & 2 bedrooms, spacious, patio, new carpet, appliances, low deposit, car port available, C/A, laundry facilities on site. $395/mo. to $495/mo. + utilities; 1 bedroom unit $445/mo. all utilities included.

2 bedroom unit $495/mo., heat included.

Visit us on our website at: www.oregonarms.net Call 419-972-7291 419-277-2545 Reno Beach Area, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, Large Kitchen with Dining Room, New Paint/Flooring, A/C, Oregon Schools, Lake access, No Pets, $900/mo., References a must.

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Very clean, All Electric 2BDR Apartment in Luckey, Stove, Refrig, W&D Furnished. No pets, no smoking call 419-351-4347.

Woodville, OH. Large 2 bedroom apt. comes with refrigerator/stove, washer/dryer hookup, $625/mo. +deposit. 419-862-2867

WELL MAINTAINED 1-1/2 STY. 3+ beds, 2 full baths, beautiful newer kit. formal din. liv. w/F.P., sm. office, bsmt., 2 car w/lg. heat & A.C. rec. rm above. Front porch swing. Xtra lot w/garden. Now just $69,900.

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1403 West State Street Fremont, OH 43420 419-333-TEAM (8326) 877-787-8326 toll free OPEN HOUSE! 250 County Road 94- Helena Saturday, March 23 10:30-12:00 HELENAâ&#x20AC;Ś GREAT COUNTRY LIVINGâ&#x20AC;Ś 3BR, 2BA ranch home w/over 2400sqft. Lrg FR. 2 car garage & 24x22 newer barn. Lrg deck w/a great view. $179,900 SP3693 NEW PRICE! HELENA... COUNTRY SETTING at this 2-3BR, 1 full bath home. Lrg FR. Eat-in Kitchen, formal DR. Lndry & full bath on main floor. Upper level landing could be 3rd bdrm. Being sold AS-IS. $69,900 SP3865 CHECK THESE OUT! LINDSEYâ&#x20AC;Ś Much updating, roof, windows, siding, flooring & more. 2BR, 2.5 car garage, attd shed. Gibsonburg Schools. Move in condition.

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FARMLAND Real Estate Auction 28.6 Âą ACRES Lake Twp., Wood County, Ohio

Wed. March 27, 2013 - 4:37 pm PROPERTY LOCATIONS: Take US RT 20 north west of Stony Ridge OH approx... 1.3 of a mile to Tracy Rd., then north (right) 2.2 miles to the property with frontage on the east side of Tracy Rd & around the corner on the south side of Keller Rd. Watch for signs!

AUCTION LOCATION: Glass City Boardwalk Banquet & Catering Hall, 27820 E. Broadway, Moline, Ohio

OPEN VIEWING: Weds., March 6 from 4-5 pm @ the property.

TRACT: 28.6 +/- acres of land with approx. over 375â&#x20AC;&#x2122;+/- frontage on Tracy Rd. & 1750â&#x20AC;&#x2122;+/- on Keller Rd. There is ditch running though the property dividing it into 2 fields. 24.7 FSA acres of cropland. The soils in this parcel are NpA Nappanee silty clay loam, HcA Hoytville silty clay loam, NnA Nappanee loam & SpA Sloan silty clay loam; Lake School Dist. Taxes are $611.24 annual. Wood County parcel #H28-712-190000025000. A nonrefundable down payment of $10,000 is required at the close of auction.

Owner: D H Moser Farms Family LLC For Terms & Conditions check the web site or call the office - 419-547-7777.

www.bakerbonnigson.com WM BAKER & KEN BONNIGSON, CAI Asst. Auctioneers: Dean A. Smith, Andy Kluding, Todd Schling

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REDUCED! COUNTRY LIVING - 1/2 ACRE LOT. Brick/vinyl ranch. 3b,1.5ba. 2 car att. gar. Sunken liv. rm. w/F.P. insert. lg foyer, Newer oak kit. pantry, formal din. rm. Bsmt. enc. porch, patio, acc. from river. Now just $119,900.

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Small, family owned business looking to hire for full and part time positions. You must have a valid driver's license, CDL's a plus but not necessary. Hours are Monday through Friday; 8am to 4:30pm for full time. Must be capable of climbing ladders and doing some heavy lifting. May stay some nights out of town. Experience not necessary, will train on the job. Must be willing to work. If interested or have any questions please call 419-637-7700.

We are a local corporation looking for professional, safe, full-time deliver drivers. Must have good customer service skills and be able to work independently. Candidate must have 12 months verifiable commercial driving experience (CDL not required) in the past 36 months, a clean driving record and background.

Benefits and 401K available.

DAY CAMP AND NATURE PROGRAM STAFF Metroparks of the Toledo Area is looking for qualified individuals to deliver day camp and nature programming at Wildwood Preserve and other parks. Some college education in an environmental field and experience working with children, camp counselor or outdoor education experience required. Seasonal positions, 40 hours/week, May through August or longer. Lead camp coordinator $10.22 per hour; nature program interpreter, $9.28/hr. Go to www.metroparkstoledo.com for complete job requirements and descriptions; must submit online application and resume by 3/31/13. EOE

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TRUCK DRIVER Helena Chemical Company is looking for experienced Truck Drivers for Seasonal Work (6 to 8 weeks). This position will make deliveries, load and unload product, utilize a forklift, and perform General Warehouse Duties. Class A CDL and the ability to operate a Forklift required.

Pre-employment Drug Screen required. Must be 21 years of age. For consideration please call 419-855-7778 and have resume available.

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.

Certified Nurse Aid with seven years experience in alzheimer, dementia, epileptic, and level challenged patients has opening to care for your loved one. Also patients who are convalescing from surgery, rehab process or in need of companionship. 419-720-9234 Jill.

Child care provided in my Oregon home or your home, volunteer parttime at Lucas County Children Services, references and very reasonable. Robin 567-218-4251

Father of three is looking for work .

Experienced in Sales; Would like to sell cars.. Any days, any hours. Call 419-559-3212 Seeking work for in home health care in the greater Toledo area. I have several years of experience and can care for any ability level providing daily personal needs with compassion. I am dependable with reliable transportation. 419-206-9056

Maumee Bay Lodge 1750 State Park Rd. #2 Oregon, OH 43616

A former nanny has 1 opening in my Oregon home. I offer fun, education and lots of love, first aid & CPR 419-972-7109 Child care in my Millbury home, with references, non-smoking, free meals, CPR Certified, lots of TLC. 419-836-7672.

* 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 We buy name brand brass & woodwind instruments and old drums and drum parts any condition,guitars and tube amplifiers.

Dr. Dave's Band Aide 2048 Starr Ave., Toledo. 419-693-3900

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CLAY TOWNSHIP CEMETERY Anyone wishing to save their Christmas Decorations, Wreaths and Blankets need to have them removed from the cemetery by March 25th VILLAGE OF WOODVILLE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR LIFEGUARDS/REC. HELPERS LIFEGUARDS: Responsibilities are to provide an environment which protects the health and welfare of each person using the Woodville Pool. Valid Advance Lifeguarding & Water Safety Instructors certificates preferred.

REC. HELPERS: Responsibilities include opening/closing tasks as assigned by manager.

Applications are available at the Town Hall - 219 W. Main St., Municipal Bldg - 530 Lime St, or online at www.villageofwoodville.com.

Applications may be turned in at the Municipal Bldg. M-F, 8am-4pm, or mailed to PO Box 156, Woodville, OH 43469. Applications accepted until April 2, 2013. E-O-E

ZONING VARIANCE HEARING A Public Hearing is scheduled for 7 p.m., Wednesday, March 27, 2013 in the Village Council Chambers, 120 N. Main Street, Gibsonburg, Ohio.

The purpose is to hear an appeal for a variance to the fence height requirement by Windsor Lane Health Care, at 355 Windsor Lane, Gibsonburg, OH. 43431.

David K. Johnson Zoning Administrator

INVITATION TO BID SEALED BIDS for the furnishing of the necessary materials and construction of the

Gold - Silver - Platinum â&#x20AC;˘ Coin Collections â&#x20AC;˘ Pocketwatches â&#x20AC;˘ Old Wristwatches Michael Tadsen Jewelers 4201 Woodville Rd., Northwood

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Family of 4 desperately seeking 3bedroom home to rent in Lake School District 419-340-2069.

Novena to St. Jude May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus pray for us. St. Jude worker of miracles pray for us. St Jude helper of the hopeless pray for us. Amen. Say this prayer nine times for nine days and it will be answered. Prayer must be republished. St. Jude, thank you for prayers answered. LD

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

Seasonal Parks & Grounds Maintenance The Village of Woodville will be accepting applications for the 2013 mowing season. Pay for this position will be $8.00/hour. Applicant must have a valid Ohio Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s License and be able to operate various types of equipment essential to this position. Applications available online at www.villageofwoodville.com, or at the Village Administrative Offices between 9am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4pm, located at 530 Lime Street, Woodville, OH 43469.

Applications will be accepted until March 22nd at 3pm.

ELECTRICAL SUPERVISOR Person needed for supervision of the electrical department for a large lime plant and quarry operation. Job duties include directing a union hourly workforce in the troubleshooting, repairing, and inspecting of plant electrical equipment and installation of new electrical equipment.

Must be knowledgeable in electrical systems, 3-phase high-voltage power distribution, MCC, VFD, control circuits, transformers, electric motors, programmable logic controls and other automated equipment. Candidate must have strong electrical and computer skills. Will be required to work on all shifts and weekends. A minimum of 2 years supervisory experience is required. HS graduate or equivalent required. Associate degree in electrical preferred.

Salary commensurate with ability and experience. Benefit package available.

Send resumes to: K. S. Emch Martin Marietta 755 Lime Road, Woodville, OH 43469 EOE

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WATER AND WASTEWATER SCADA SYSTEM REPLACEMENT -- GIBSONBURG, OHIO will be received by the Village of Gibsonburg, Ohio at the office of Village Administrator, 120 North Main Street, Gibsonburg, Ohio 43431 until 10:00 a.m. (Local Time) Monday, March 25, 2013 and at that time and place will be publicly opened and read aloud.

The scope of work consists of replacing the SCADA systems at the water plant, well field, and wastewater plant.

The contract documents, including plans and specifications, are on file at the office of the Village of Gibsonburg, Ohio and the Engineer -- Poggemeyer Design Group, Inc. (PDG). A set may be obtained from Becker Impressions, 4646 Angola Road, Toledo, Ohio 43614, Telephone 419385-5303, www.pdgplanroom.com. A non-refundable deposit in the amount of $50.00 will be required for each set of plans and specifications; check must be made payable to Becker Impressions.

The Engineer for the Project is Poggemeyer Design Group, Inc., 1168 North Main Street, Bowling Green, Ohio 43402.

All bids must be signed and submitted on the blanks which are bound in this booklet. Bids must state the unit prices in the blanks provided and be enclosed in a sealed envelope marked --- Water and Wastewater SCADA System Replacement --- and addressed to the Village of Gibsonburg, 120 North Main Street, Gibsonburg, Ohio 43431.

The bid guaranty may be of two forms: 1. A Bid Guaranty and Contract Bond using the form in the 1. Contract Documents. (The amount of the bid does NOT 1. have to appear on this form.)

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A certified check, cashier's check or letter of credit in favor of the Village of Gibsonburg, Ohio, in the amount of 10% of the bid. If the contract is awarded, a Contract Bond will be required, which is a 100% payment and performance bond.

After the award of the contract let by competitive bid and prior to the time the contract is entered into, bidders shall submit the affidavit required under the Ohio Revised Code, Section 5719.042 that the bidder was not charged with any delinquent personal property taxes in Sandusky County, Ohio.

The successful bidder will be required to pay not less than the minimum wage rates established by the Department of Industrial Relations of the State of Ohio.

The Village of Gibsonburg, Ohio reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any irregularity in any bid and to determine the lowest and best bidder.

DOMESTIC STEEL USE REQUIREMENTS AS SPECIFIED IN SECTION 153.011 OF THE REVISED CODE APPLY TO THIS PROJECT. COPIES OF SECTION 153.011 OF THE REVISED CODE CAN BE OBTAINED FROM ANY OF THE OFFICES OF THE DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES. No bidder may withdraw his bid for a period of 60 days after the scheduled closing time for the receipt of bids.

The estimate for the cost of construction is $90,000.

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Tax prep 20 yrs. experience, $65 long form, includes everything. Federal, State, City, E-file. 419-913-1089

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RAY'S HANDYMAN SERVICES Carpentry, Drywall Repairs, Painting, Siding, Electrical Problems, Help for the Do-It-Yourselfer.

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(2) cemetery lots at Calvary Catholic Cemetery, both for $1990.

Savings of $410. 419-849-3631.

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Track Record of Professional Service and Happy Customers Reasonable Rates 419-260-8990

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Oregon 6031 Bryan Road Saturday, March 23rd, 12:00pm to 5:00pm Furniture, Appliances, dĂŠcor, Toys, Etc.

Fork Lift Friday Forklift training each Friday.

Call Penta Career Center for more information at

419-661-6503.

Bed liner out of '98 Dodge Short Bed with Tailgate Cover. Good Shape Only in Truck for 3 months. $450.00. 419-836-8648 Cabbage Patch Dolls $5 each and other Collectibles. 419-855-7038.

Cub Cadet 107 lawn tractor w/mower deck, 42" snow blower all in good condition-$900 419262-0015.

Tools For Sale Black & Decker 10â&#x20AC;? Mitre Box $60.00 Air Floor Nailer for 1/2â&#x20AC;? & 3/4â&#x20AC;?

Flooring, used one job, extra nails. $90.00 419-691-3799

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Charter Bus Tours

New Flier's available Lots of Day & Multi-Day Tours call Evelyn's Excursion's 877-771-4401 419-737-2055

Pool Table 8', 1 piece slate, excellent condition, $1,000. 419-470-9613

Buying Quality Antiques, From single to whole estates, Also old toys, advertising items, watches, pottery419-351-7014

Hi, I'm Bashful, and my name describes me perfectly! I'm a shy and reserved little gal that takes a bit to open up and explore new surroundings. I do enjoy snuggling up with my siblings and playing tag with them. In true kitten fashion I love taking long naps and I can nap anytime, anywhere! I would do best in a home that will give me time to warm up and lots of love and affection. Please stop out and meet me today, I know you won't be disappointed! woodcountyhumanesociety.com

ROLLO

Serious Collector Buying Old Historical Pin backs, Badges, Ribbons (Political Advertising) Pre 1960 Baseball Cards. 419-304-7076

3ft. x 4ft. Roll Out Tool Drawer.

Fits Light Trucks or Mini Vans. Great for Handyman or Construction Worker $300.00 OBO. 419-836-8648 5HP Rototiller, $150. Pink Highchair and walker $30 for both. Big gas grill, $75. Dining room outfit w/6 chairs and hutch, $125. 42â&#x20AC;? flatscreen TV (needs parts) $50. 32â&#x20AC;? TV, $75. 419691-3841

Furniture: Rope bed, Writing desk, drop leaf & Gate leg dining tables, tea cart, end tables, Victorian chair, wood chairs, wash stand, wood stool (112 yrs. old), old- slipper rocking chair.

Glass: Fenton, Blenko hand blown bottle, 3-Sets of Spode dishes, China Williamsburg, Singapore, Misc. dishes- Pink Pastorial 1790 England, many Pcs. Flow Blue, Milk Glass, Heisy Transfer, â&#x20AC;&#x153;1840â&#x20AC;? Blue & white, Bennington, Lenox, collectible glasses, White Ironstone Bowls- covered casseroles- chamber pot & tooth brush holder, tea sets, teapots, Cracker barrel, Fostoria, lazy susan, Sponge ware ( blue & white), Cobalt Blue glasses, Cambridge, hand painted dishes some German & French, Hen on Nest, Royal Ruby, Imperial creamer & Celery Dishes. Household: Framed mirrors, misc. lamps, lamp shades, Tiny Tailor Mending Mach. Collectibles: Old picture made of human hair, Old Kitchen Aid Mixer w/access., w/books & original metal cab., Pencils of the Presidents, Pewter tea pot & other pieces, Sterling bowl & salt pepper, silver plated items, Ships captain decanter, Fox Deluxe Beer sign, 20 gal. crock, stomper, Hamilton Jones 1870 crock, grey w/blue design jug, wicker doll carriage, Ginny dolls, Bavarian dolls & Dolls in boxes, Nantucket baskets, old cookbooks, oil lamps, oil carriage lamps, old photos, frames & prints, old viewer pictures, framed sampler, â&#x20AC;&#x153;1957â&#x20AC;? Rural Am. Calendar, child's tea set & Cups & saucers, wooden trays, bottles, Red Dog Saloon Tokens of Pleasure, ash trays, lighters, porcelain, Cast iron Griswold & Wagner, cover dish w/duck lid, salt & peppers, Prisms, bone china roses, knife rests, old glass lamp shade, Candle sticks (brass, pewter, glass, others), rolling pins, dough & carving boards, hat boxes, Cigar box, old X-mas Orn.(from the 50s), Shale art, Occupied Japan, Bisque, Cheese boxes, Precious Moments, Snow Babies, Wooden Oval bowl, Butter bowl & Paddles, Mustache Mugs W/Brushes, Misc: Older linens, Misc. books, fashion book -1920s, sea glass, Hair Saver, Coffee grinder & more.

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Trestle Table 36â&#x20AC;?w X62â&#x20AC;?L extends to 84â&#x20AC;?, solid ash, 6 matching chairs. $300.00 419-855-4113

15â&#x20AC;? Steel Rim for '96 Honda Accord, New Still in Box. $40.00 419836-8648

Public Auction March 23, 2013 @ 10:00 am Jerusalem Township Firehall 9501 Jerusalem Rd. (St. Rt. 2) Curtice, OH 43412

Auctioneer: Ken Belkofer 419-836-9612

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Hi, my name is ROLLO and I am a very nice and big boy (60 lbs). I love to play, but the couch is one of my favorite places too. I will need a fenced in yard to keep me safe. Small children are not recommended, ONLY due to the fact, that I am a big boy.Afamily who is home a chunk of the day would be perfect, as I love my humans. I will need a firm owner and of course, a fenced yard to play in. I am smart and love to play ball. See me on our Facebook page as I have alot more pictures. I'm neutered, have all my shots, am microchiped and house trained. I am just a big goofy boy. youluckydogrescue.com

Real Estate & Contents Auction ABSOLUTE March 30, 2013 Contents @ 10:00 Real Estate @ Noon 6050 Grissell - Oregon, Ohio 43616

3-bed, attached garage & 20 x 40 pole barn MULTI-FAMILY AUCTION

Auction Date: April 7, 12 noon Unit #105 - Anjelica Pecina Lots of household items.

Unit #119 - Robert W. Fletcher Lots of Boxes Unit #207 - Rafael Maldonado- Misc Unit #218 - Kenneth Briggs - Misc Unit #230 - Daniel Rasanow Lots of Boxes Unit #223 - Rain Gillard- Household Unit #304 - Tiffany Crawford - Household Unit #336 - Tracy Haggins - Household Unit #414 - Rachael James - Household

Ken Belkofer - Auctioneer OAKDALE STORAGE 1926 OAKDALE ST., TOLEDO 419-691-1591

INSIDE GARAGE SALE and BAKE SALE Sponsored by Welker-Smith American Legion Auxiliary Saturday April 6, 2013 8:00am-4:00pm American Legion Hall Gibsonburg $6.00 per Table Set up â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Friday, April 5, 3-6:00pm Contact: Mari Ann Jividen, 419-855-4190 Eleanor Knieriem, 419-637-2572

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Fri. March 22 9am - 6pm Sat. March 23 9am -1pm $2.00 Bag Day! Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church 1105 Elliston Road (Just off SR 2 - Bono) 419-836-7681

THURS. MARCH 28, 2013 10:30 A.M.

LOCATION: Jr. Fair Bldg. @ Wood Co. Fairgrounds 13800 W. Poe Road, Bowling Green, Ohio WATCH FOR AUCTION SIGNS! DOMINICK LABINO GLASS - six vases - WILL SELL FIRST! GUNS WILL SELL AT NOON! ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES; FIREARMS; GLASS & CHINA; FURNITURE & HOUSEHOLD; EXERCISE, HEALTH AIDE & SPORTS; APPLIANCES; TOOLS; HEAVY EQUIPMENT.

Photos, full advertisement, and directions are posted on Auctionzip.com under Auctioneer ID #32031.

TERMS: Cash, or good check (with proper I. D.), day of auction; no goods removed until settled for. NO BUYERS PREMIUM! OWNERS:

Desi Nicodemus, Rick Snyder, Bob Rentz, June Andrea Larry Graffice, John Gregory

AUCTION BY:

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TODD W. SCHLING AUCTION CO., LLC Todd W. Schling, Auctioneer Bill Davies, Assisting Auctioneer 5701 Strail Road Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 Phone: 419/260/9371 or 419/466/4591 Email: toddschlingauction@amplex.net Website: toddschlingauction.com

Food by Susieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s.

Not Responsible for Accidents or Loss.

TERMS: 10% buyers' premium. $2,000.00 down day of sale (non-refundable) Property sold as is where is. Purchasers shall rely on their own inspections of property and records.

Sale is not contingent on financing or inspections.

Any other terms & conditions will be announced day of sale.

Household: Electric Stove, electric dryer, refrigerator, microwave, table & chairs, book cases, 50s style double bedroom set, tableware, misc. kitchen items. Misc: Wheel chair, Organ, Pictures, speakers, VCR, DVD's, CD's, clock, lamps - hanging, table & dresser, Santa musical toy box, Binoculars, Game boy Booster, Bally Centaur pinball machine, 5-Vending machines for stickers & tattoos. Collectibles: Stainless steel canister set, Lava lamp, oil lamp, ammo boxes, Mickey Mouse in box, Misc. Christmas dec., Pee Wee Herman talking doll, vintage wall & mantel clocks, Zenith transistor radio, Illuma Storm, records. Electronics: Realistic 3 head reel to reel player & Sony -150 reel to reel tapes 50 +, Motorola Ham Radio, Lysco Transmaster, Midland 14 channel, Radio Shack 100 channel scanner, C5 Duel FM transceiver, turntables & Lg. radio. Tools: Soldering gun, heat gun, angle grinder, drill, circular saw, pry bar, new lead cord, open & box end wrenches & misc tools. Misc.Garage: Yard tools, 2-wheel cart, appliance cart, wheel barrows, alum. ladder & more.

This is a small auction. Be on time.

Owner: Lillian Coleman & the late Jerry Coleman Go to Auctionzip.com # 4464 or www.belkofersauctionservice.com for complete list & pictures.

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Female Pomeranian puppy, $150 OBO. 419-320-0385 or 419-3415355.

YOU LUCKY DOG VOLUNTEER OPORTUNITY Our pooches are in need of a play/socializing time volunteer on Fridays and Saturdays from 10a - 12 noon and every other Thursday from 10 - 12 noon.

This gives you the opportunity to enjoy a Rescue dog while they are waiting for their forever home. Please call to set up a time to visit us and meet our rescues. There is minimal "housework" involved.

WOOF You Lucky Dog, Inc 419-691-1375 youluckydogrescue.com youluckydog@bex.net

Young healthy male cat, brownish gray mix, neutered and declawed, owner passed, must find new home.

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My name is COLBIE and I am a smart, playful charmer of a companion. I am a young adult who is spayed, micro chipped and have all my shots. I will need a home with my humans home most of the day and an active family. I get along with everyone (cats?). My most favorite trick is to play with you. I settle down nicely. My yard needs to be fenced to keep me safe, along with my new family of children :). I am a good girl. youluckydogrescue.com

1998 Monte Carlo, 1-owner, high mileage, excellent maintenance. $2,000. 419-349-1152.

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2003 Dodge Ram 1500, Hemi, 93,800 miles, black, 4x4, 4-door, asking $12,500. Call 419-707-4384 with offer.

Burkin Self Storage â&#x20AC;˘ Camper Storage Inside & Outside

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St. Rt. 51, South of Elmore 419-862-2127

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Deadline: 11 a.m. Thursday

Hauling

SNOW REMOVAL

2000 Dodge Ram, burgandy, 100k, asking $6500 OBO. 419-340-8794

1979 Yamaha SB snowmobile $500.00.

Call 419-862-2506 for info.

Roofing

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Jim Gray

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419-691-7958

419-308-0073

OREGON PLUMBING

Septic Tank Cleaning

Storage

MAUMEE BAY SELF STORAGE 7640 Jerusalem Road (Rt 2) (419)836-4000

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Water Conditioning

No Jobs Too Small Insured - Bonded

836-7461

Licensed Master Plumber Roy Bomyea

Lawn Mowing

Remodeling

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Musser

MILLBURY MOWING & SNOW REMOVAL

Restoration & Remodeling, Inc

419-860-0329 419-836-7989 ksteinhurst@woh.rr.com

Additions - Decks - Bathrooms Exteriors - Windows - Kitchens Licensed - Insured - Bonded In Business for over 30 years â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Free Estimates â&#x20AC;&#x201D; BBB Senior Discounts PRO

Lawn Services

419-691-0131

JERRYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LAWN CARE AND SNOW REMOVAL Commercial â&#x20AC;˘ Residential

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Phone 419-944-0359

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419-304-8666 Painting

O PRProfessional Remodelers Organization

www.musserremodeling.com E-mail: remoc1@bex.net No job too small or too big

Roofing

ACE ROOFING Roofs/Gutters Siding/Windows Your Owens Corning Preferred Contractor

INSURED - O/C Lifetime Shingles PREFERRED CONTRACTOR â&#x20AC;˘ Better than the typical A+ BBB rated contractor. We have a clean record.

Call BBB at 419-531-3116.

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RECENTLY CHOSEN TO INSTALL ROOFS FOR OWENS CORNING PRESIDENT & COMMUNICATIONS DIVISION PRESIDENT BECAUSE OF OUR EXCELLENT REPUTATION

419-836-1946 419-470-7699 ACEROOF.net Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t Call An Amateur, Call An Expert!

Terry 419-708-6027 Josh 419-704-7443

BLUE LINE ROOFING

R & H PAINTING & POWERWASHING Interior - Exterior Specializing in Aluminum & Vinyl Siding Insured - Free Estimates â&#x20AC;&#x153;No Job Too Small or Bigâ&#x20AC;?

419-726-4872

Septic Tank Cleaning & Portable Restrooms For All Events

â&#x20AC;˘ Licensed & Insured Since 1964 â&#x20AC;˘ Senior & Veteran Discounts â&#x20AC;˘ Free Estimates with no pressure

AFFORDABLE PRICES HIGH QUALITY WORK OUTSTANDING REPUTATION

419-691-2524 www.BlueLineRoof.com

PEARL

Water Conditioning We specialize in premium Water Conditioning systems at discount prices

419-874-4653

Serving the area for over 50 years

Call Tom Kunkle 419-494-2313

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S andwisch Painting â&#x20AC;˘Interior â&#x20AC;˘Exterior â&#x20AC;˘Residential - Commercial

C & L SANITATION, INC.

419-693-8736

21270 SR 579 Williston

1997 Dodge Ram, 1500, 4x4, 5.9L, Project truck, 267,000mi., lifted, Reg Cab, Short Box, 2 Sets of Tires, Spare Parts $1,200 OBO. 269-5790678

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Cycleman We repair Chinese Pocket Bikes and Scooters, and Mopeds, many parts available, also repair motorcycles, Call Wed. - Sat (10-6pm) 419-244-2525.

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â&#x20AC;˘ Home Repair Specialists â&#x20AC;˘ Commercial & Residential

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