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Think spring Mackenzie Upham and Sam Vincent, students in Clay High School's Environmental and Agricultural Technology Program, tend to kale and basil plants in the school's greenhouse. The students are preparing for their Spring Greenhouse Sale, April 15-28. For more information call 419-693-0665 ext. 2169. (Press photo by Ken Grosjean)

New legislation expected to cut algae By Kelly J. Kaczala Press News Editor kkaczala@presspublications.com Ohio Senate Bill 1, passed by the state Legislature earlier this month, will go a long way toward reducing toxic algae in Lake Erie, supporters say. Gov. John Kasich signed the bill into law on April 2 at Maumee Bay State Park. Last August, nearly 500,000 residents in northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan were left without clean drinking water for three days after toxic algae blooms contaminated the water supply in the Western Lake Erie basin. Rep. Michael P. Sheehy, of Oregon, called it “an important first step in protecting our most valuable natural resource for generations to come.” “The current drought advisory in California only reinforces how precious of a resource Lake Erie is and how important it is to protect it,” said Sheehy. Bipartisan support for the measure shows that the issue is still a priority with the public, he said. “I am pleased we were able to come together in a bipartisan way to give the lake the attention it deserves,” he said. The new law prohibits the applica-

tion of fertilizer and manure on frozen and saturated ground within the western basin of the lake. It also will require municipal water treatment facilities to begin monthly monitoring of phosphorus by December 1, 2016. Starting on July 1, 2020, the legislation bans depositing dredged material in Ohio’s portion of Lake Erie and its tributaries. Phosphorous and nitrogen, which are naturally present in livestock manure and commercial fertilizers, are widely recognized as a prime source of nutrient pollution that feed the growth of toxic algae. The nutrients also can be redistributed in the water column when harbor dredgings are disposed in the open waters just off shore of Toledo and other ports along the lake. Sheehy had introduced legislation last year that would have prohibited the application of fertilizer and manure on frozen ground, but it did not pass. “I’m excited to have been a part of the new legislation – some of the things I had called for in the last legislative session that I championed are part of that bill. I’m optimistic things are going to start to happen. They will, slowly but surely,” he said.

an attack on farmers. “SB 1 helps Lake Erie, but in doing so we agreed not to ignore Ohio’s number one industry. In fact, some call this bill the `Clean Lake Erie Act of 2015,’ but perhaps a subtitle might be – `Heal the Lake, But Respect the Farm.’” There have been other steps taken to address the algae issue even before the water crisis last year, he said. “This is the 4th or 5th step in fighting for a cleaner Lake Erie,” he said. Other efforts include the Healthy Lake Erie Fund in 2012, Senate Bill 150’s fertilizer certification program, and a new $10 million capital budget fund that for the first time in Ohio history begins the task of ending open-lake disposal of dredged material in the lake. Still, Sen. Bill 1, he said, is the most significant legislation so far. “It is more comprehensive and arguably takes the largest step to helping Lake Erie,” said Gardner. “Lake Erie is far from dead,” he added. “In 2014 Lake Erie enjoyed a very good year in boating, fishing and tourism. We must fight to protect Lake Erie, but we must also promote it. Lake Erie remains a great place

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A graceful transition into retirement isn’t happening for former Genoa Fiscal Clerk Charles Brinkman. Brinkman, 65, submitted his intent to retire letter earlier this year, with a target final date of March 31. The decision seemed amicable between the fiscal officer and village officials until March 30 when he was terminated from the job he has held since August 2004. His retirement letter followed an inhouse agreement for Brinkman, whose employment has apparently been plagued with repeated clerical problems, to leave his job with dignity. But that plan fell through when Brinkman’s restrictions regarding his final days went astray, according to Village Administrator Kevin Gladden. “From the time he turned in his retirement date he was under administrative control. He was to work with the interim fiscal clerk and he was to clean up his office,” Gladden said, adding Brinkman’s office was littered with unorganized stacks of papers and files. As March progressed, Gladden explained, the situation worsened. The administrator did not go into further detail because of a pending May 4 grievance hearing set by village council. He said documentation would be presented at the public hearing. The mounting tension forced Gladden to make a hard decision. His view: Time to cut losses and let the chips fall where they may. Around noon on March 30, Brinkman was escorted from the administration building. “It seems pretty cold,” Gladden added, “But there were other situations that arose and they were just intolerable.” Gladden said Brinkman, who was paid about $62,000 annually, doesn’t have a contract but the fallout connected to his actions caused significant damage within the village system and village officials could no longer defend a quiet departure.

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The Wood County Humane Society (WCHS) is seeking financial assistance from community members to help the organization lend support to another area nonprofit, the Cocoon Shelter. Recently, the Cocoon Shelter, a nonprofit dedicated to providing safety, healing, and justice for battered women and their children, discovered that its property is home to a large feral cat colony. Members of the WCHS SNIP Committee initially stepped in to offer its assistance in remedying the problem. Together the two organizations have been trying to get as many of the feral cats trapped, neutered/ spayed, and returned (TNR). WCHS funds for TNR efforts are tight and now the organization is asking for monetary donations. For more information or to donate, call the shelter at 419-352-7339.

to visit…to live…and grow a business.” Sheehy said the next step that will be taken this year on the algae issue is to introduce legislation to measure the amount of nutrients going into the western basin of the lake. “Not just from our water treatment plant, not just from big industries, not just from the cities of Toledo and Oregon, but from every entity that deposits runoff into the Maumee River all the way to the Ohio border,” he said. “Then we’ll try to limit the amount of nutrient load coming from every location. Then we can continue to tighten up the rules on what’s going into the river and the lake. It sounds like it’s going to be a lot of work, and it will be.” There is a device that will record the amount of nutrients and phosphorous going into the river, he added. Last week, he went on a tour with the Northwestern Water & Sewer District to see where sewage from broken septic systems go into creeks that ultimately empty into the Maumee River. Sandy Bihn, executive director of the western Lake Erie Waterkeeper Association, said she was pleased by Sen. Bill 1. “I think it’s a good step,” she said. “Getting the ban on the application of fertilizer on frozen ground wasn’t easy.” She was less supportive of a few exemptions made in the bill, such as fertilizers that are injected into the ground, or is incorporated within 24 hours of surface application, or is applied to growing winter crops, or if the state determines an emergency exists. “There are some exceptions that I wish weren’t there. But overall, it was a huge effort in the right direction,” she said. “This is the sort of medicine that Lake Erie and our inland lakes need for the toxic algae menace that annually ail them,” said Jack Shaner, deputy director of the Ohio Environmental Council. Satellite data Also this month, it was announced that the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) and the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) will launch a $3.6 million

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Kasich makes surprise visit After signing a bill at Maumee Bay State Park to help protect Lake Erie and Ohio’s water quality, Ohio Governor John Kasich made a surprise appearance at Maumee Bay General Store where he had lunch and took a tour of the store. Pictured, Maumee Bay General Store owner Joe Kiss with Governor Kasich. (Submitted photo) initiative that will use satellite data to provide an early warning system for toxic and nuisance algal blooms. Information will be provided to state and local agencies that can use the information to coordinate responses and issue public health advisories. “The water conditions that our region faced last summer showed major weaknesses in our early detection and response systems for algal blooms,” Rep. Marcy Kaptur said in a prepared statement. “Early detection and good information can make a big difference for decision-makers on the ground that need to coordinate an effective response to this kind of emergency.

Systems like this can help deliver that information to decision-makers and to the public quickly. Combining this satellite imagery with targeted water testing will help keep our communities safe.” Researchers will compare the new freshwater algal bloom satellite data with satellite records of land cover changes over time to look at which land-use activities may have caused environmental changes linked to the frequency and intensity of observed blooms. The results will help to develop better forecasts of bloom events.

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The Teutonia Männerchor & Damenchor, Northwestern Ohio’s GermanAmerican ethnic choruses, will present their annual spring concert, “Up from the Roots,” Saturday, April 25 at 7:30 p.m. in the Chalet at Oak Shade Grove, 3624 Seaman Rd., a half-mile east of Coy Road in Oregon. A dinner comprised of beef sirloin tips and all the trimmings will be served beginning at 6 p.m. Concert/dinner tickets are $24. Concert only tickets are $13. Children under 12 will be admitted free. For information and tickets, call Nancy Waters at 419-290-3229.

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Fans of “The Rat Pack” – Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis, Jr. – are invited to enjoy an evening of music at the Pemberville Opera House Friday, April 17 at 7:30 p.m. Damion Fontaine, Stan Davis and Scott Brotherton will bring together the best of the old and the new at “The Rat Pack and More Elevator Fundraiser and Silent Auction.” Proceeds raised from the event will go directly toward the effort to install an elevator and handicapped restrooms at the Opera House. To date, $326,000 of $375,000 needed for the project has been raised and plans are to submit for bids in May, with the hopes of breaking ground in late August or early September, according to Carol Bailey, historical society member and Pemberville Opera House programming director, who has been on a mission to make the opera house theater accessible for elderly and disabled audience members. In addition to The Rat Pack, the trio impersonate Ray Charles, Bobby Darin, Elvis, Neil Diamond and the Blues Brothers, among others. Whether it’s a classic like “That’s Amore,” “New York, New York” “Fly Me to the Moon” or something more recent like Neil Diamond’s “Sweet Caroline.” Tickets are $35 and are available at Beeker’s General Store or by calling Carol at 419-287-4848. Visit www. pembervilleoperahouse.org for more information about the Opera House.

Trafficking program Lakewood Church of the Brethren, Millbury, will tackle the issue of human trafficking in a Bible study, which meets every Wednesday from 6:307:30 p.m. The group will approach this topic using the book, Not in My Town: Exposing and Ending Human Trafficking and Modern-Day Slavery by Dillon Burroughs and Charles Powell. On April 15, the group will host Lee Ann Campbell, founder of Rahab’s Heart, an inner-city ministry that takes the gospel to the streets of Toledo

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Continued from front page “The termination affects his pension but also affects what he walks out of the village with,” Gladden said, referring to issues such as accumulated sick time and vacation time. After his dismissal, Brinkman filed a grievance and retained Toledo attorney Thomas Sobecki, who specializes in employment issues, to represent him. Brinkman’s actions garnered headlines earlier this year when he forgot to make a premium payment to Medical Mutual to cover health insurance for village employees and their families. He said he was tied up working on the budget at the end of the year. He told another newspaper that the mistake caused few problems and was remedied quickly. He also said it was not the reason he decided to retire. An attempt was made to reach Brinkman for comment on the original Suburban Press story detailing his retirement and the late insurance payment. However, his return call came after the deadline had passed. When reached by cell phone Tuesday, he said he was upset he did not receive a return call for the messages he left on the reporter’s telephone. “You painted me in a bad light. You can ask Julie Hasselbach of Sprouse Insurance. None of the employees were out any money,” Brinkman said. He referred comment on anything else regarding his case to his lawyer. The Sprouse agency is the village’s local administrator for its Medical Mutual health plan. Hasselbach was unavailable for comment Wednesday morning on the issue, according to a fellow Sprouse employee. That flub, however, is still causing major headaches for village employees, Gladden insisted. “That’s a damn lie. My employees

Forbidden Broadway Trent Dorner, Robert Holdren, Lucy Hagedorn, Jill Reinstein, Patrick Boyer, and Tammy Halay will be starring in Oregon Community Theatre's spring play "Forbidden Broadway" a comic parody on musical theatre. The play is, "a compilation of many of Broadway's biggest hits except all the words have been rewitten to make them funny," explains director Jeff Smith. Show dates are April 17, 18, 24 and 26 at 8:00 p.m., with a matinee showing April 26 at 3:00 p.m.. The play will be held at Fassett Auditorium, 3025 Starr Ave., Oregon, OH 43616. Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for seniors and $12 for ages 18 and under. Visit www.oregoncommunitytheatre. org for more information. (Press photo by Stephanie Szozda) suffered. Their families suffered. They’re still suffering,” the administrator said. “One family is dealing with medical bills of $7,000 and $5,000 that haven’t been resolved and another guy couldn’t get his prescriptions. He had to buy the pills five at a time. “The worry and aggravation alone that this has caused is awful,” Gladden said. “Sprouse Insurance has gone above and beyond to get these things fixed.”

Village council has continued its search for a replacement for Brinkman, narrowing the list to two candidates. Final interviews will be conducted April 14 with a goal of appointing someone by April 20. In the past three years, administrative changes have cost village coffers. The sudden departures of former Police Chief Randy Hill and former Administrator Garth Reynolds resulted in costly contract payouts.

Do you have a delicious food product that everyone loves? Have you considered taking it to market but don’t know where to start? Aspiring food entrepreneurs are invited to enter the Ohio Signature Food Contest and explore how their passion may become a viable business. The Center for Innovative Food Technology (CIFT) and Ohio Farm Bureau Federation (OFBF) are sponsoring the contest which showcases products from across the state ready for food manufacturing. Contestants will submit a form outlining the basic details of their recipe, and food industry experts will judge each based on the viability of the product, commercialization potential, business strategy, marketability and overall appeal to the marketplace. Products do not need to be fully designed or ready for market. The deadline to submit the completed application is Friday, May 1 (only one product per applicant). Obtain an application form along with rules/regulations at ciftinnovation.org, or call 419-535-6000, ext. 117 for more information.

Ag-business breakfast Christy Eckstein, executive director, Ohio Grape Industries Committee (OGIC), will talk about Ohio’s position in the top 10 U.S. wine producers at the monthly Northwest Ohio Ag-Business Breakfast Forum, Thursday, April 16 from 8-9:30 a.m. The event is being hosted by the Center for Innovative Food Technology (CIFT) at the Agricultural Incubator Foundation, 13737 Middleton Pike (SR 582) in Bowling Green. Breakfast and informal networking will start at 8 a.m., with the program to follow. The cost is $10 per person (cash or check at the door) which includes breakfast and networking opportunities. Walk-ins are welcome, but guests are encouraged to reserve a seat in advance by contacting rsvp@ciftinnovation.org.

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Lake bill has loopholes, activists say By Larry Limpf News Editor news@presspublications.com A little more than a month before Gov. John Kasich signed Senate Bill 1 – crafted to address algal problems in Lake Erie by limiting the application of fertilizer and manure on fields in the western basin – investigators from the Paulding Soil and Water Conservation District and Ohio Department of Natural Resources were following up on a complaint. Manure from a holding pond at the Wildcat Dairy facility, permitted to hold 2,100 cows, had been applied to a nearby field that was frozen and covered with snow. After determining application standards for spreading manure on frozen ground, as defined by agriculture pollution abatement regulations, hadn’t been followed, the investigators directed the dairy operator to cease spreading the manure and contain the run-off to stem a discharge into ditches. By March 9, about 11 days after the complaint was filed, snow began melting in the area and the recently spread manure began flowing from the field into a ditch. “Due to the large volume of melt water, attempts to contain the run-off were unsuccessful,” said Eric Heis, a spokesman for the ODNR. “Several other entities responded to this discharge of pollution, including the Ohio EPA, Division of Wildlife and Paulding County Emergency Management Agency. These entities continued to monitor the site through the week as the snow melt and run-off continued.” News of the discharge bolstered arguments of activists seeking stronger regulations covering manure generated by Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations. Larry and Vickie Askins, of Cygnet, O., have been pressing legislators for years to correct what they see as lax rules for the

tons of manure produced by CAFOS. The passage of SB 1 did little to ease their concerns. While the new law does prohibit the application of fertilizer, defined as nitrogen or phosphorus, and manure in the lake’s western basin on frozen ground or saturated soil, it largely exempts CAFOs. “We joined the Ohio Environmental Stewardship Alliance 11 years ago and people before us carried a big board depicting all the rivers, streams and ditches in Wood County around the manure fields,” Vickie Askins said. ”They would take the board to meetings with the commissioners and state legislators, telling them this is what’s happening here. This manure is running off into these ditches. I know there are a lot of reasons why the lake problem is so bad. But this is one thing they should have done something about a long time ago. “If they had to have a valid manure management plan for every one of these facilities – so they would be applying the manure to fields according to the crop needs, this would not have happened.” She forwarded news accounts of the Paulding County run-off to State Sen. Randy Gardner and representatives Tim Brown, Mike Sheehy and Teresa Fedor, urging them to close CAFO manure loopholes. Jack Shaner, director of the Ohio Environmental Council, said the bill marks “solid progress” but more needs to be done. As for CAFO operations, someone who applies livestock manure from a CAFO must now be trained and certified in proper application practices, he said. Askins said she was also concerned inspectors from the Ohio Department of Agriculture didn’t respond to the discharge, noting the dairy’s permit was issued by the department. Heis said the OEPA divisions of surface water and environmental response and revitalization were involved in the response.

People Genoa Kiwanis Egg Hunt winners The Genoa Area Kiwanis Club’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt, held April 4 at Genoa Veterans Park, drew 124 youngsters. Easter Eggs with prizes were collected by all children and those kids finding specially marked gold eggs received Easter Baskets along with a Grand Prize Easter Basket Drawing. Winners included: Ages 1-2: Vivien Welsh, Kylee Shanteau, Bridgett Hunt, Isaac Combs, Samantha Herzig, Alana Gribble. Ages 3-4: Cason Buehler, Issabella Sondergeld, Ben Chatmen, Jaycie Marquardt, Gia Carroll, Asher Widmer. Age 5-kindergarten: Aleeyah Bunn, Lizzy Buffington, Aaliyah Davis, Charlie Scwalbe, Evan Walters, Bailey Norwalk. First grade: Walter Plantz, Ella Ludwig, Alyah Grawman, Emily Miller, Noah Suckle, Eric Messenger. Second grade: Mary Blausey, Evalin Widmer, Jaylin Smith, Brianna Smith, Masan Snyder, Haley Sharples. Third grade: Jon Plantz, Natale Hamilton, Kevin Ludwig, Gracie Buehler, Alejandro Besarano, Alex Hines. Kevin Ludwig won the grand prize basket from the raffle ticket drawing. Genoa High School Key Club members Morgan Popp, Juan Lopez, Amber Molnar, Trent Davis, Jessica Iffland, Trevor

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Rhyans, Samantha Parton, Madi Coker, Ellie Schwalbe, Jordan Blausey and photographer and Kiwanis advisor to Key Club Deanna Dunn participated in hiding the eggs and coordination of the event. The Kiwanis also thanked Easter Bunny who stopped by to greet, meet and take photos with all the children. The Kiwanis Club is looking for new members to help support community projects. Call Larry Dean at 419-855-0096 for details.

Retired teachers to meet Lucas County Retired Teachers Association. will meet Thursday, April 23 at Tamaron Country Club, 2162 W. Alexis Road. The speaker will be Better Business Bureau President Richard T. Eppstein who will speak on “Schemes, Scams and Ripoffs.” Members are asked to bring donations of new or used kitchen items for Family Outreach Community United Services (FOCUS). Luncheon selections include grilled chicken with citrus poultry glaze topped with pineapple salsa; roast pork with bourbon glaze or vegetable lasagna. The cost is $18. Mail lunch choice and a check made payable to LCRTA to Robert Fetter, 7803 Shaftesbury, Sylvania OH 43560 by Thursday, April 16.

Police Beats Lake Twp. • Tyler J. Stanley, 19, Kent, O. was charged March 15 with theft, criminal damage and offenses involving underage persons after an incident at the Owens Lake Apartments. • Marcia J. Heil, 45, Toledo, was charged March 13 with telephone harassment. • Residents of Lemoyne Road, Ella Street and Keller Road on March 12, 13 and 17 reported someone had used their Social Security numbers to file federal income tax returns. • A resident of the 6900 block of Fremont Pike on March 13 reported someone had broken into his

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home and removed a pistol. • Following a traffic stop on March 14 on Tracy Road, police charged Chanse J. Dalton, 19, Graytown, with possession of drugs and Keegan J. Camp, 20, Graytown, with possession of drug paraphernalia and offenses involving underage persons. • A resident of Cramer Street in Millbury on March 31 reported the theft of a utility trailer parked at 1667 Woodville Road. • Jerry’s CB Shop, Main Street, Millbury, on April 3 reported the theft of CB radios, scanners, antennas, wire cutters and a mini bike.

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EcoErek announces new project name, new branding Fourteen year-old, Curtice resident Erek Hansen has been operating his denim and shoe recycling initiative under the project name of EcoErek for the last five years. In an effort to promote continuity of denim and shoe recycling in Northwest Ohio after he goes to college, he has decided that it is the right time to update the project name and branding to reflect an overall message of recycling and one that is not solely based on his name and identity. “GoGreen Ohio” is the new project name under which Hansen will continue his recycling drives. There will be no changes in the three annual live drives as well as the local drop box location sites placed at businesses in the Toledo area. The most notable change will be the project name, logo and website name. See the 2015 calendar and the full history of his denim and shoe recycling project success at www.GoGreenOhio.org. The name change doesn’t mean Hansen will be less involved in coordinating the recycling drives. “It was the right time to think about what will happen when I go to college in three years. If the project lives on to serve the Toledo area after that, it won’t be dependent on my name to operate,” said Hansen, who is a freshman at Clay High School. He will launch his annual campaign under the new “GoGreen Ohio” name Saturday April 18 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Toledo Zoo’s “Party for the Planet,” where he will be on hand to accept unwanted, stained, holey, out-of-style denim clothing items. Hansen has been consistently collecting nearly 4,500 pairs of jeans a year and on average 3,000 pairs of shoes that are sent off to be recycled. His actions keep thousands of pounds of waste out of local landfills, and save resources by re-manufacturing these textiles into other products. Items collected go to help communities that have been hit by natural disasters and provide shoe materials to manufacture items such as playground mulch, car insulation and tennis courts. When denim and shoes are donated to Erek, the denim makes it to Blue Jeans Go Green, (www.BlueJeansGoGreen.org), which turns old jeans into new Ultra Touch Denim Insulation that is 100 percent donated to natural disaster victims. The shoes are sent to USAgain (www. usagain.com), pronounced use-again, which collects household textiles, shoes and clothing for recycling, reuse and repurpose. A collection is also being planned for Saturday, June 13 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at The Future Wave in Oregon, From Earth Day, April 22, through Labor Day, drop boxes are available at the following locations during normal business hours: • The Future Wave Salon, 3324 Navarre Ave., Oregon; • CC Bella Salon, 530 Commerce Blvd, Northwood; • Once Upon A Child, 194 E. South Boundary St., Perrysburg and 5644 Monroe

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Tracy Thiel, PackMaster, Darla Bohland, Adopt-A-Road chairperson and (L to R) Jace Vasquez, Cohen Carr, and Spencer Thiel receive the Jerry Bannister Green Stewardship Award from Paula Adam, Kt/LCB board member. (Submitted photo) St., Sylvania. Anyone interested in holding a drive for denim and/or shoes at their workplace/ church/service group in June, July or August, may email info@gogreenohio.org. Keep track of Erek’s progress at www. gogreenohio.org, and www.facebook.com/ EcoErek.

Scouts honored stewardship” Keep Toledo/Lucas County Beautiful, Inc. (KT/LCB) recently honored the Jerusalem Cub Scout Pack 217 with their “Jerry Bannister Green Stewardship Award.” The awards ceremony took place at the LEED certified Owens-Illinois, Inc. World Headquarters in Perrysburg. Owens-Illinois has partnered with KT/LCB since the organization began in 1984. Accepting the award for the scouts were Darla Bohland, Tracy Thiel, Pack 217 Pack Master, Cub Scouts Spencer Thiel, Jace Vasquez, and Cohen Carr. The award recognizes exemplary citizens, individually or in groups, who are dedicated to establishing a greener community through environmental education, litter prevention and recycling initiatives that create a lasting impact to the Toledo/Lucas County area. The Cub Scout group was nominated for the award by Bohland, leader/Adopt-ARoad-Chairperson for the pack. Pack 217 has taken care of the Adopt-A-Road twice a year on Bayshore Road in Oregon. The effort entails cleaning along the Lake Erie shorelines, the Maumee Bay State Park and Oregon’s South Shore Park.

The first- to fifth-graders show up two Saturday mornings a year to pick up trash and treasures. The project is part of a scout rank advancement, and helps the participants learn the importance of recycling and litter prevention. The award was created in honor of Jerry Bannister, who dedicated his life to encouraging recycling. Bannister helped establish glass recycling during his 35 years working at Owens-Illinois and remained active in local, state and national recycling efforts after retiring from the company in 2000. KT/LCB established this award in 2014 and chose Cub Scout Pack 217 as the recipient due to the youths’ enthusiastic dedication to the local environment.

Down 2 Earth There are a number of places to recycle bottles, cans, paper, plastic and other household items. But what about natural materials that we don’t need or want in our yards? This is the question James and Stephanie Stasa of Oregon asked. Their answer was Down 2 Earth. Down 2 Earth is a Class 4 EPA certified green waste recycling facility set to open in May in Oregon. The facility will specialize in taking natural material and turning it into useful products, such as mulch and organic compost. “We accept grass clippings, leaves, brush, logs, wood chips and other organic materials at this facility,” James said. “Most of the brush and small log material is ground into a natural mulch product to be

The East Toledo Senior Activities Center is seeking donations for a Clothing Drive fundraiser the week of April 13. Donations of anything made of cloth or leather – including purses, shoes, linens, etc. – may be brought to the center, 1001 White St., Toledo, April 13-17. A half semitrailer will be located in a parking lot to accept collections. Easter Seals will pay the center 20 cents per pound for donations collected, with all proceeds going to the New Van Fund. Call 419-691-2254 for more details.

Tire recycling event East Toledo residents can drop off tires on Saturday, April 18 from 9 a.m.-noon in the Field House parking lot at Waite High School, East Broadway Street. For more information, call Jodi at 419691-1429, ext. 213.

Beach clean-up To celebrate Earth Day and help remove litter from area beaches, the Ottawa Soil and Water Conservation District, Alliance for the Great Lakes, Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge, Friends of Magee Marsh, City of Port Clinton, East Harbor State Park, and Ottawa Sandusky Seneca County Joint Solid Waste Management District will host a county-wide beach clean-up. All beach clean-ups will be held Saturday, April 18 at 9 a.m., except for the Magee Marsh beach clean-up which will be held at 10 a.m. Locations include: Magee Marsh: (no registration required) Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge (Justin Woldt, 419-898-0014) East Harbor State Park (Mike Monnett, 419734-4425) Catawba Island State Park (Mike Monnett, 419-734-4425) Port Clinton-Lakeview (no registration required). To volunteer at one of the five local beach clean-up events, please call to register.

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Resident frustrated by fuel spill clean-up By Larry Limpf News Editor news@presspublications.com A resident of Luckey Road expressed frustration Tuesday with the clean-up of a diesel fuel spill last month near his home in Lake Township. Kirk Lathrop told the township trustees he questioned whether only 20 gallons was spilled from a pipeline operated by Buckeye Pipeline. A faulty valve was cited as the reason for the spill. Lathrop said the situation, as overseen by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, in effect, let the pipeline company “police itself.” “What will we do if there is something in the wells?” he asked. He said he had little confidence in the well testing conducted by a lab retained by Buckeye Pipeline.

The Wood County Health Department also conducted testing of wells at a few residences. Fire Chief Bruce Moritz said he hoped to soon have more information about the spill from the EPA and about fuel being found in a ditch along Latcha Road. A rail company had already deployed clean-up equipment in the ditch when he contacted the EPA, Moritz said. The trustees agreed to provide Lathrop and his neighbors with bottled water until they were confident their wells were safe. In other business, the trustees agreed to renew the administrative/police chief position for Mark Hummer for another five years. The renewal went into effect April 1 and will include his current salary, subject to a yearly review by the trustees. Hummer was initially hired by the trustees as police chief. In 2008, the trustees also appointed him as administrative

assistant. Richard Welling, a trustee, said Hummer is an “outstanding public official” who does “a lot of behind the scenes things” for the township. The board gave Hummer the additional responsibilities “to have someone here during daytime business hours,” said trustee Melanie Bowen, adding the three trustees have full-time jobs. The trustees also learned the township will receive $12,248 for its share of a special distribution from the Local Government Innovation Fund to counties in the state. In all, $10 million was approved to townships statewide. According to the state’s distribution formula, half of the $10 million is to be distributed among the counties so that each township in the state receives the same amount and half is to be apportioned based on township road miles.

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Luckey Library celebrating 25 years with open house April 16

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The Luckey Branch Library, 228 Main St., will celebrate 25 years with an open house April 16 from 5-8 p.m. The dream began June 20, 1988 when 14 members met and formed the Luckey Area Library Movement, Inc. (LALM) – a community support group seeking to establish a town library to serve the village of Luckey, population 870. The group included Harley and Donna Jacobs, Lowen and Betty Meyers, Irma and Lloyd Meyers, Jim and Beverly Jacobs, Dale and Jean Gross, Art and Isabelle Helm, Don and Jan Morrison and Don Overmeyer. Their first goal was to renovate an empty meat market in the village. A $10,000 fundraising campaign began to raise needed remodeling funds. “Bee for a Library� was the theme that drew townsfolk together. Residents and businesses displayed yellow ribbons to show support. One of the first sizable donations came from the Village Council. Many local organizations followed with donations including Modern Woodmen Life Insurance Company, Luckey Kiwanis, Zion United Methodist Church, Faith United Methodist Church, The Exchange Bank, Marsh Funeral Home, D-C Ranch, Jacobs Trucking, The Country Inn, Jacobs Market,

Luckey Legion, the Lutheran Brotherhood and retired Luckey entrepreneurs, Glen and Helen Grover. As community enthusiasm grew, individual donations increased. Area businessman Wayne Schulte, the owner of the future library site, agreed to a

two-year lease at $1 a month, with an option to buy. Renovation plans were made. Slowly, but surely the building began to take shape. Walls were removed, ceilings lowered and wallboard installed and painted by LALM volunteers. Book shelving and other library supplies were purchased at various public auctions. Volunteers held bake sales, dinners, and dances to raise working capital for the renovation and startup projects. Community members also donated books, reference materials and magazines, along with their time to organize a working library. On occasion, workers felt overwhelmed by the boxes upon boxes of material, however, over time, each of the many donated books was classified, pockets were inserted and cards and spine labels typed and affixed. After re-evaluating the progress of the LALM, the Pemberville Library Board agreed to give the Luckey facility a threeyear trial period to demonstrate a need for a library in the village. The board allocated $7,500 a year, which was used to lease books, purchase supplies and train volunteers. On May 6, 1990, after two years in the making, an open house and dedica-

tion were held for the new Luckey Library. Some 150 people attended to look at the new library, which was filled with flowers and plants sent from area businesses and schools. Over the years the LALM has been responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the library building, which is still eased by the Pemberville Library Group, who are also responsible for the materials, programs and librarians. In 2014, the main library room was renovated. The walls were painted, the computers were relocated to a more convenient location and a newly designated young adult section was created. Individuals, LALM and the Pemberville Library supplied funds and materials for the renovation. The library stands as a testament to the vision and work of the 14 original LALM members. However, the funds amassed by generous donations and hard work is dwindling and community support would be welcome and appreciated. Library hours are Monday 9 a.m.-noon and 3:30-7:30 p.m.; Tuesday: 3:30-7:30 p.m., Wednesday: 3:30-7:30 p.m.; Thursday: 3:30 -7:30 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m.-noon.

Woodmore finances being discussed at informal meetings By Larry Limpf News Editor news@presspublications.com Woodmore school officials are continuing with public informal meetings to explain the district’s financial situation and two levy issue requests on the May ballot. The sessions began in March and are scheduled to continue until May 4 – the day before district voters decide a request for a new 0.75 percent tax on earned income for 10 years and renewal of a $600,000, 5-year property tax. The next meetings are set for:

• April 12 at Woodmore High School at 4 p.m. • April 21 at Granny’s Kitchen at 7 a.m. • April 29 at the Elmore Library at 2 p.m. • May 4 at the Portage Inn at 5 p.m. If approved, the earned income tax is projected to generate about $1.05 million annually and would stave off approximately $625,752 in spending cuts that would cover at least seven teachers, a nurse, a counselor, a custodian and coaches and advisors. Fees to participate in extra-curricular activities would also be increased. Busing would also be eliminated for

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Ottawa Co. businesses win awards The Ottawa County Improvement Corporation recently recognized outstanding companies and individuals who have demonstrated success in business and contributed to the growth and vitality of Ottawa County. Awards were given in a number of categories. Local winners were: AJS Logistics, LLC (Genoa) in the small business category. The company specializes in the storage and disposal of excess equipment, trade-ins and obsolete and salvage equipment. AJS redistributes equipment to customers throughout North America and the world. Materion Brush Inc. (Elmore) won in the large business category award. In 2014, Materion hired 120 new employees, growing their overall employment in Elmore to 650 people. The site was recognized in 2014 with the United Way of Greater Toledo’s “Top Campaign Strategy Award� and was the winner of the Ohio Community Colleges “Outstanding Business Award,� which honors businesses that have a major positive impact on community colleges in Ohio. The Economic Development Partner award was presented to Jim Lippert and Shelly Lizyness of Materion Brush Inc. Lippert, manager of maintenance services, was recognized in October with Ohio Treasurer Josh Mandel’s Ohio Strong Award for his efforts of promoting skilled trades’ education and careers. Lizyness, director of human resources, was nominated to the Board of Directors of the Employer’s Association. Ms. Lizyness serves on the Area 7 Workforce Investment Board and the Ottawa County Workforce Board. Also recognized were Wistinghausen Florist & Greenhouse (Oak Harbor) and Ohler & Holzhauer (Port Clinton), both of which are celebrating 100 Years in Business in 2015. The Business of the Year Award was presented to Davis Besse Nuclear Power Station. Davis Besse is operated by FirstEnergy Nuclear Operating Company (FENOC) and provides more than 820 full-time jobs during normal operations. The 2014 “Steam Generator Replacement Project� was a $600 million capital investment that brought more than 2,000 contractors to the Lake Erie Shores & Islands region in the winter and spring, and contributed more than $108 million in economic impact to the area.

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Eric Violoa Delta "A Boxweiler. It's a Boxer mixed with a Rottweiler. It's the most protective, loyal family-friendly dog I've ever owned before. It's an all-around good dog."

Autumn Spitler Millbury "A Goldendoodle because they are very smart, very energetic and great with kids!"

A sound investment To the editor: Last December, we were approached by some members of the community asking us to become active on the levy committee for Genoa Schools. We said that before we committed to anything, we needed to research the issues. In early January, we scheduled a meeting with Treasurer Bill Nye. We were joined in the meeting by Superintendent Dennis Mock. We were presented with budgets from the past 10 years and projected budgets for the next five years. We were shown the reductions in both state and local funding, as well as the cuts which have already been implemented by the school board. We were shown a comparison of per-pupil expenditures with more than a dozen of our neighboring school districts. This information and more convinced us to get on board with 60 or 70 other citizens on the levy committee to pass Issues One (emergency) and Issue Two (renewal) on the May ballot. We realize there are as many opinions of the Genoa Schools as there are voters. We likewise realize there are as many financial situations as there are voters. With all this in mind, we ask only two things. First, that each individual exercise his or her right to vote. Secondly, that each voter take the time to examine all the information concerning the district’s finances, which is available through a number of sources. Your vote should be based on this information and the continuing positive direction of our school district. We are individuals who love and take tremendous pride in our school district. We are maroon and gray through and through. As property owners, we don’t relish the idea of higher taxes, however the alternative is even worse. The investments of today often pay higher dividends in the future. This is our community. This is our school system. Let’s keep them both strong. Joanne and Joel Pinkerton Genoa residents and retired Genoa teachers

Raising awareness To the editor: Thank you, Ottawa County businesses and residents for making DD Awareness Month a success. People with developmental disabilities are more similar than different. Each year during March – Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month – the Ottawa County Board of Developmental Disabilities (OCBDD) encourages everyone to welcome people with developmental disabilities into their communities. Many new opportunities are emerging in this spirit throughout the state, including community-based employment options and residential opportunities that more fully integrate people with disabilities. The 2015 theme for DD Awareness Month reflects this spirit — “Can Do, Like You!” OCBDD sponsored both a pancake breakfast with the Port Clinton Knights of Columbus #1750 and “Can Do! Like You” Community Basketball Tournament in celebration and recognition of the many individuals throughout the community who have developmental disabilities. “Once we focus on abilities, we all can be more productive and comfortable with each other,” said Lon Mitchell, executive director of Ohio Public Images (OPI), an information and advocacy organization promoting positive images of people with disabilities, and developer of the annual awareness theme. “By welcoming people with disabilities as equal partners in the workforce, in schools, and in neighborhoods, we all benefit.” OCBDD would like to thank Port

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Deserving of support To the editor: We have a civic responsibility to cast our ballots on May 5 for two important Woodmore school levies in our communities and I hope voters will take the time to inform themselves about the renewal levy and the 0.75 percent earned income levy for the schools. Our students are our future. Both Woodville and Elmore have an incredible number of long-term residents that have raised their families and taken advantage of the outstanding education offered at Woodmore schools. Every voter should want young families to put the Woodmore district at the top of their list for places they want to raise a family and get the best education possible. If you disagree with salaries, benefits and administrative positions, those are issues related to those elected to the board of education. If voters want different results, then vote for those changes in November. Sending the message by voting to derail our excellent educational system is not the answer. As a life-long Woodville resident, I believe there are a lot of residents who share my passion for our students. It is time to stand up and send the message that our schools are distinguished and our students deserve our continued support and confidence. Please join me and vote yes for both the renewal levy and the earned income levy and ensure a bright future for our students and our communities. Kelly O’Connor Woodville

Fairer funding needed To the editor: Most Americans dream about the day they can purchase a home, retire, then enjoy the fruits of their labors. However, many who worked in the private sector, no longer are assured that their accumulated retirement funds will last for the rest of their lives in retirement. One big reason is that retired propertyowners are constantly being badgered to vote for higher property-taxes, mostly to fund the local school district. If they object, they are accused of not caring for the children. If they refuse to pay the imposed tax, their property will be confiscated by the government. Most property-owners will not publicly disagree with the schools, nor will they put up yard signs with an anti-levy messages on them, fearing ridicule and harassment by those who support the levy. The method of funding public schools has been declared unconstitutional three times by the Ohio Supreme Court, yet prop-

erty-owners are still forced to fund schools through property taxes. Have state-legislators been sincerely trying to find a fairer way to fund schools? Politicians hope the problem will go away. Vote no for any levy asking for more funds for the schools, regardless of the reason, until the state, counties and local governments make a sincere effort in securing a fairer way of funding the schools. Terrylee Dembowski Gibsonburg

Income gap To the editor: Thanks to a writer for bringing attention to the 2011 IRS Report stating the top 10 percent paid 68 percent of income tax. The reason for this is the enormous income gap between the 10 percent and the low to middle classes. Recorded in the same report, the top 10 percent had Adjusted Gross Income of $3,744,978 (millions) compared to the bottom 50 percent AGI of $960,561 (millions), according to the Tax Foundation. In effect, an income inequality tax, the income gap has resulted in decreased wages over the past 30 years for low and middle class families. According to the Economic Policy Institute, the minimum wage would be higher than $18 an hour had it risen along with productivity, and income inequality has made health care reform a necessity. Another thanks for bringing up Netanyahu, whose election in Israel was far from decisive. If you combine the majority, American, European, and Israeli Jews in that election, Netanyahu loses decisively. Despite Netanyahu’s rants, the goal of Obama along with the other negotiating countries always was to verify that Iran would not develop nuclear weapons in the next 15 years. Finally, thank you for complaining about Obamacare’s taxes and premiums, most of which apply to the $200,000 plus income crowd. Obamacare is basically Romney’s Massachusetts private provider health care plan. If you don’t like it, then you’ve just made a case for a nationwide government run single payer health care system. Paul Szymanowski Curtice

Unimaginable changes To the editor: The Genoa Area School District will be forever changed for the worse if both levies are not passed in the upcoming election. This cannot be allowed to happen. The idea of an elementary school without art, physical education or music is unimaginable. A school that is forced to contract its school day to the fewest of hours allowed and sending its students home around 1:15 cannot educate its charges properly; they will not be prepared to move on to jobs or higher education. Test scores will plummet as class sizes are increased to the maximum. These are not threats and there is no “next levy” to stop them from happening. These things, along with increased fees, will leave Genoa a skeleton of what it was just several years ago. Property values will suffer and students will surely flee the district. I am a former member of the Genoa Board of Education and I know firsthand the cuts that have been made in order to try to keep up with the decreases in state aid.

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Only a few districts in the entire state spend at a lesser per student rate than Genoa — if these issues do not both pass, it will be years until Genoa recovers if it ever does. Leslie Wyse Genoa

Fault is with Bush To the editor: It seems to me that “Dubya” did start two wars - one of which we had no business in, especially after lying to the American people and the rest of the world. Yet the Republicans will worship him until the day he dies. He went to Iraq to finish what daddy could not do. Going into Afghanistan may have been justified had he went full force and at least looked for Osama bin Laden. President Obama did at one time call Afghanistan the good war, but then he realized it was a quagmire and sent the Navy SEALs to get the job done - something Bush couldn’t do. The Affordable Care Act is patterned after then Gov. Romney’s plan in Massachusetts. What would Obama critics have said if Romney had been elected president? Dan Root Northwood

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Gaul painting is centerpiece of Toledo Museum exibit The new Toledo Museum of Art exhibit commemorating the 150th anniversary of the end of the Civil War has a decidedly local flair. In fact, you could say the stars of the show have local ties. The centerpiece of the two-gallery exhibit is Gilbert Gaul’s 1893 painting Battery H 1st Ohio Volunteer Light Artillery in Action at Cold Harbor, property of the Oregon-Jerusalem Historical Society. The 10-by-6-foot oil painting is prominently displayed as the visitor enters the first gallery. Other exhibits with local connections include a portrait of Fremont’s Rutherford B. Hayes, colonel in the Union Army and later the 19th President of the United States. The sword Col. Hayes carried into battle is also on display. The exhibit, which opened April 3 and runs until July 5, also features a photograph of George Armstrong Custer, the flamboyant cavalry commander, posing after the Battle of Antietam and an 1864 litho print by Felix de La Baume depicting the notorious prison at Andersonville, Georgia. The litho lists names of local Union soldiers from Clyde, Bellevue and Toledo. There are also scenes depicting the Battle between the Monitor and the Merrimac, the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln and a number of satirical drawings that were popular at the time. Ed Hill, curator of the exhibit, started his quest to tell the story of the Civil War through the eyes of the artists nine months ago. He has chosen 50 to 60 paintings, drawings, sculptures, photographs and artifacts from the Oregon Jerusalem Historical Society, the Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center, the William L. Clements Library at the University of Michigan and a few private collections. One of the more fascinating pieces is a print of the Gaul painting from a private collector. It lists the names of soldiers from Maumee who fought with Battery H. It also differs from the painting in that it shows the artist’s full signature and a jacket in the foreground, both of which were changed in the original when it underwent restoration to repair water damage. These were not the only changes. Gaul originally painted a dead soldier in the foreground as well as an injured soldier falling back into an artillery piece. In the completed painting, Gaul changed the dead soldier to a live one crawling on the ground and eliminated the wounded man. Hill surmised this was done at the request of the veterans of Battery H who commissioned the painting for $2,000. The unit, which comprised 265 soldiers, 137 of whom were from Northwest

Gilbert Gaul’s 1893 painting Battery H 1st Ohio Volunteer Light Artillery in Action at Cold Harbor, property of the OregonJerusalem Historical Society. The 10-by-6-foot oil painting is prominently displayed as the visitor enters the first gallery of the Toledo Museum of Art’s Civil War exibit. Ohio, fought at Gettysburg and Petersburg, two Union victories. The men, however, chose the losing battle at Cold Harbor to memorialize its efforts. It is thought by some that this was done because of the precision displayed by Battery H in setting up and firing on the enemy. Mike Payden, a Northwood resident and captain of the Battery H reenactment unit, agrees. “They fired more rounds there than they did anywhere (940 rounds by one estimate),” he commented in a previous story for The Press. “They had the whole battery functioning pretty well perfectly. It’s amazing there weren’t more men killed there than there was. It’s pretty much open.” Only one Battery H soldier was killed. Cold Harbor became known as “Grant’s Slaughter Pen.” Nearly 8,500 men were killed in the first 15 minutes of the battle. Union Captain Asa Bartlett wrote after the war, “It was the greatest and most excusable slaughter of the whole war.” The painting was exhibited at the World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago in 1893. The next year, Ohio governor and future President William McKinley unveiled the painting at the Toledo Soldiers Memorial Building, its new home. Hill says the painting was briefly displayed at the Toledo Museum of Art on two separate occasions before 1910. After

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by John Szozda the Toledo Soldiers Memorial Building was razed in 1955, the painting was moved to the Toledo Zoo and eventually relegated to a basement vault. In 1990, the painting was entrusted, along with other Civil War artifacts, to the Oregon Jerusalem Historical Society. The historical society first realized the importance of its treasure in 1993 when the Tennessee State Museum held an exhibition of 56 Gaul paintings. The society loaned the painting to the museum and it was seen by more than 20,000 visitors. Since then, a print of the painting has been featured in the motor tour of 11 battlefield sites in the Richmond National Battlefield Park. Connie Isbell, president of the historical society, said the society is thrilled to loan the painting for the exhibit. She thinks the society’s museum at Brandville School will see more visitors due to the publicity. “We hope we will no longer be the best kept secret,” she said.

Hill will lead a tour through the exhibition Friday, May 1 at 7 p.m. His tour is one of a number of programs the museum will host in conjunction with the exhibit. The Dodworth Saxhorn band, whose music was used in Ken Burns’ Baseball Series for Public Television, will present a concert on May 31 using authentic 19th century instruments. A number of movies will be shown and the Battery H reenactment unit will conduct demonstrations on June 19 and June 20. Another highlight of local interest will be the May 28 showing of the 1926 silent movie, The General, starring Buster Keaton. The movie tells the story of Andrews Raiders, a group of 21 Union spies, who in 1862 travelled behind enemy lines to steal a southern train called The General. The men aimed to blow up supply lines to Chattanooga in an effort to shorten the war. While the mission failed, some of these men were the first soldiers in our nation’s history to receive the Medal of Honor. Four of them were from Northwest Ohio, including one from East Toledo and one from Pemberville. For a full schedule of events and more information go to toledomuseum.org/ calendar. The exhibition and the programs are free. Comment by email at zoz@presspublictions.com.

You can’t help those who will not help themselves by Bryan Golden doing so requires willpower, discipline, and an understanding of human nature. The important point to remember is that you can only help those who are willing to help themselves. Typically, people with a victim mentality are usually unwilling to help themselves. This is due to the fact that they continually blame other people or circumstances for their situation. Since they refuse to take responsibility for their position, they don’t believe there is any point taking corrective action. Another group that’s difficult to help is those who don’t recognize they have a problem. They either don’t see what’s happening or make excuses for overlooking im-

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portant issues. If you point out a particular impediment, they have elaborate explanations as to why it’s not pertinent. For example, some people with chronic financial problems have many of these characteristics. They constantly repeat behavior which produces negative results. Changing to a more effective strategy is never pursued. Pointing out actual examples of successful money management techniques has no impact. Lending these people money is a formula for disaster. Once they have exhausted their new found funds, they will be in the same predicament and will rarely pay you back. Giving them a gift is just as ineffective in creating a long term solution. Unless they are willing to change their failed approach to money management, they will never extricate themselves from their continual hardship. Making an endless stream of bad decisions digs a deeper hole. Giving people a suggestion as to a different strategy results in their emphatically claiming that they have tried everything and yet nothing works.

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Hayes Museum exhibit focuses on fashion and heart health High fashion isn’t likely to come to mind when thinking of initiatives championed by the White House. Yet, fashion was the vehicle chosen by former First Lady Laura Bush to focus the nation’s attention on women’s heart health. Heart disease is the number-one killer of women. Part of the reason behind that startling statistic is the fact that the symptoms of heart attack in women are very different from those experienced by men. Laura Bush is founding ambassador of “The Heart Truth’s The Red Dress,” a national awareness campaign designed to raise awareness among women about heart disease and the need to take action against its risk factors. Using a red dress as its symbol, the campaign engages celebrities and top fashion designers in an annual fashion show during Fashion Week in New York City. The star-power of these shows, begun in 2004, have helped millions of people better understand heart disease and risk factors that can be avoided through lifestyle changes. The Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center is championing the cause through its newest exhibit, “Dressed for Life: First Ladies & Red Dress Collection.” The exhibit brings together nine red dresses worn by First Ladies, with a selection of designer dresses worn in past Red Dress shows in New York. Made possible through funding from The Fremont Company, it runs through Jan. 4, 2016. Following Mrs. Bush’s lead, the Hayes Center is stepping outside its historical programming to offer a series of healthrelated events. From Kids’ Lunchbox food sessions to a Walkers’ Club, healthy-living

The Hayes Presidential Center’s new exhibit, “Dressed for Life: First Ladies & Red Dress Collection,” showcases red dresses worn by First Ladies and celebrities, and champions the cause of women’s heart health. (Photo courtesy of the Hayes Presidential Center) events will take place throughout the exhibit’s nine-month run. Visitors will also be able to pick up educational materials produced by the National Institutes of

Health’s The Heart Truth® campaign. The Hayes Presidential Center is located at the corner of Hayes and Buckland avenues in Fremont. The facility is affiliated

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Clinic helps heart failure patients frequent hospital stays By Tammy Walro Press Features Editor twalro@presspublications.com ProMedica has opened a new Heart Failure Clinic at Bay Park Hospital designed to help patients manage symptoms and avoid frequent hospitalizations often associated with the disease. The clinic, which opened March 9, is the health system’s third, with others up and running at Toledo Hospital and St. Luke’s in Maumee, where patients seen showed a lower 30-day re-admission rate compared to those not seen in the clinic. The clinic staff includes cardiac nurse Valerie Lloyd, coordinator of the clinic program, and Deb Mira, certified nurse practitioner. Cardiologist Dr. Nagi A Bishara serves as medical director. Statistics show 5.7 million Americans are living with heart failure – a weakened heart that can no longer pump enough oxygen and blood to the rest of the body. The condition results in extreme fatigue, short-

ness of breath, swelling and other symptoms that can make even simple activities feel difficult. According to the American Heart Association, heart failure is one of the most common reasons people ages 65 and older are admitted into the hospital. “Heart failure is a chronic disease – there is no cure, but there are ways to help people feel better and avoid frequent hospitalizations, which are expensive, uncomfortable and pose their own risk, including infection,” Dr. Bishara said. Patients are often referred to the clinic after hospitalization, or by their cardiologist or health specialist. During the initial clinic visit, which typically lasts about 90 minutes, staff members conduct a thorough review of the patient’s medical history, including medications, diet and lifestyle choices that can affect their disease. Patients are encouraged to discuss concerns or issues they’re experiencing. “Because of the staff’s background in cardiology and extensive work with heart

failure, they are able to recognize if there’s an interaction with medications or maybe a need for a change in dosage or prescription or even further testing or interventions,” Dr. Bishara said. The clinic staff can also treat acute heart failure symptoms with IV medications (diuretics) in the office, if necessary. Another key service provided by clinic staff is to provide ongoing education to patients as well as caregivers, Lloyd said. “We go over questions they may have about diet, or keeping diabetes under control or the importance of properly taking their medications. “After a patient’s visit, all his/her physicians receive a report so everyone providing care stays in the loop with what we’re doing,” she said. “The beauty of what we do is teaching them how to self-manage,” said Donna Tennant, ProMedica System Director for the Heart Failure Clinics. “The really big thing we see with this clinic is that the patients become really

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Traumatic brain injury resource center opening in Toledo A Grand Opening will be held for the new Traumatic Brain Injury Resource Center, located at 7430 W. Central Ave., Toledo Saturday, April 18 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The center – the first of its kind in the region – will offer support for TBI survivors and their caregivers, promote prevention and increase awareness of the impact of brain injury to individuals and the community. The center was founded by Jackie Moore, who sustained a traumatic brain injury in a car accident in 2011, and her husband. The 501(c)3 non-profit is funded through support by Mercy, The Andersons and several other community partners, as well as private donations. To learn more, visit www.tbirc.org or call 419-270-4345. To make a donation, visit any Huntington Bank branch.

Free Health Fair set A Free Health Fair will be held Saturday, April 18 from 9 a.m.-noon in the gymnasium at St. John’s United Church of Christ, 1213 Washington Street, Genoa. Call 419-855-3906 or visit www.stjohnsgenoa.org for more details.

AARP Carfit Otterbein Portage Valley, 20311 Pemberville Rd., Pemberville, will present “CarFit,” an event designed to help mature drivers find their safest fit, Tuesday, April 21 from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. The free check takes about 20 minutes. A complimentary lunch will be served. RSVP or learn more at 419-833-8917.

Transplant fundraiser A fundraiser to benefit Clarence Wilburn, who is in need of a liver transplant, will be held Saturday, April 18 at the Millbury Fire Hall. The event will include a live auction at 1 p.m. and a chicken dinner served from 2-7 p.m. Dinner tickets are $10 each and may be obtained by calling 419-855-6207, 419-862-2241 or 419-343-8573. All proceeds raised will help defray

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Owens MRI program accredited The Owens Community College Magnetic Resonance Imaging Program has become the first community college in the nation to earn the distinction of receiving initial program accreditation by The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). “Owens is very proud to be the first community college to receive accreditation for its Magnetic Resonance program,” said Catherine Ford, M.Ed., R.T. (R), program director. “This achievement recognizes Owens’ commitment to providing an excellent academic program that gives students a foundation for future success.” Owens’ program earned the maximum accreditation award for a new program of three years from the JRCERT after a recent peer review and site visit that recognized the programs substantial compliance with the nationally established accreditation standards. For more information on the

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Power of the Promise Dr. Lisa A. Newman, director of the Breast Care Center at the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center, will be the guest speaker at a “Power of the Promise” event sponsored by Susan G. Komen Northwest Ohio Thursday, April 30 from 6-9 p.m. at Inverness Country Club, 4601 Dorr St., Toledo. Tickets are $40 for the event, which includes dinner. For tickets, visit http:// nwohio.info-komen.org.

Annual report available The Wood County Health District’s 2014 Annual Report is available for review. The report includes information on the renovation of the Community Health and Wellness Center, and the expansion of services provided at the Health Center, the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program, Vital Statistics, Environmental Health, Community Nursing Services such as BCMH, Communicable Disease Control, Immunizations, the Personal Care Program, as well as Health Education in schools and in the community, Emergency Preparedness and more. View the report online at www. woodcountyhealth.org/aboutus/documents/2014%20Annual%20Report.pdf.

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Free home smoke detectors Thanks to a $34,000 grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the Northwood Fire Department on April 1 launched a new Home Fire Safety Assessment & Smoke Detector Installation Program for city residents residing in single-family homes. Throughout April and May, firefighters will be going door-to-door offering free home safety assessments, If the dwelling has no smoke detectors, or current detectors are more than 10 years old, new detectors will be installed, one on each level of the home and in each bedroom (up to eight detectors). Smoke detectors are available on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call the Northwood Fire and Rescue Department at 419-690-1647 or email firechief@ci.northwood.oh.us. Have a plan Fire officials recommend every family have a home fire escape plan in the event of a fire. Make a plan for every room and every member of the home. The plan should show two ways out of every room, including windows. Ensure doors and windows can be opened easily and quickly from the inside. Have a meeting place outside, well away from the building. Call 911 as soon as it is safe to do so. Stay out – possessions can be replaced; you cannot.

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By J. Patrick Eaken Press Staff Writer news@presspublications.com Most 6-year-olds can recognize a Monarch butterfly and by the seventh grade have learned the stages of metamorphosis from caterpillar to butterfly, says naturalist Dana Bollin. “Amazingly, even the most un-treehugger-like adults will begrudgingly admit some knowledge of the migratory and survival strategy of monarchs,” Bollin said. “Monarchs are so cosmopolitan, bold, and obvious that we have completely taken them for granted.” Bollin says for centuries, ancient cultures as diverse as the Chinese, Egyptians, and pre-Hispanic Mexicans used the butterfly to represent resurrection. “The process of metamorphosis offered a comforting explanation of life and death, symbolized by the seeming ‘death’ of the caterpillar as it changed into a chrysalis; and it’s ‘rebirth’ into a new form as the adult (butterfly),” Bollin said. “For modern Mexicans, this belief — death being only a new phase in life — is reinforced by the annual return of the Monarch butterfly to their wintering grounds. The Monarchs’ arrival is just in time to help celebrate Dia De Los Muertos — The Day of the Dead, and announce the visit of souls of the dearly departed.” Yet, in Ohio and elsewhere, Monarchs are becoming fewer in number because their primary food source, milkweed, is disappearing. The female monarch lays her eggs on milkweed, the only plant the caterpillars will eat. For 9 to 12 days after hatching from eggs, the baby caterpillar will feed on milkweed leaves non-stop. By the end of the larval stage, after passing through four instar molts, it will have grown 3,000 times its original birth weight. Less than a month later, after several more molts, “the butterfly sallies forth in search of its first meal of nectar,” said Bollin, who is with the Ohio Division of Natural Areas and Preserves. She talked to 70 guests at Pearson Metropark’s Macomber Lodge during the Friends of Pearson-hosted March Sunday Series. “If the adult is of the last generation of the season, it will emerge appearing as an adult, but will be sexually immature, or more correctly is in what is known as sexual diapause,” Bollin said. “It will have no interest in mating, but will instead exhibit migratory restlessness, and soon begin its long journey towards the over-wintering grounds.” Where is that wintering ground? Let’s just say butterflies will travel over 2,000 miles southwest, averaging between 80 and 100 miles per day, to cross the border into Mexico. It is not known for sure what

Naturalist Dana Bollin suggests that people work with local agencies, like the Maumee Bay Nature Center, or other forums dedicated to developing butterfly gardens and raising and releasing native butterfly species, particularly the Danaus plexxipus. (Monarch butterfly). (Toledo Area Metroparks photo) guides them, but one theory suggests the position of the sun. Bollin says over 300 million butterflies over-winter in about a dozen various locations within forests growing at an altitude of 10,000 feet in the central highland mountains of south-central Mexico. “The obvious question is, ‘Why would nearly half a billion cold-blooded insects choose to over-winter in such a harsh environment?’ Bohlin said. “They can’t fly at temperatures below 55 degrees. And at this altitude it sometimes snows. Often as many as 10,000 butterflies will cluster on a single oyamel tree, and occasionally limbs will break from the weight of the butterflies, killing many. The answer lies in their metabolism. Cooler temperatures slow their metabolism, allowing the butterflies to survive for five months solely on fat stores.” After two more generations of mating and egg laying they follow the march of new milkweed growth northward, Monarchs typically return to Ohio’s meadows in June. Herbicides killing milkweed Locally, Bollin says two factors are implicated in the downward trend in what she calls the monarch’s “devastating dis-

appearance.” It has gotten to a point where the Mexicans’ reincarnation beliefs don’t sound so attractive anymore. “Maybe you don’t want to come back as a Monarch butterfly,” Bollin said. First, the Monarch is experiencing a widespread reduction of breeding habitat in the United States due to continuing land development. Second, the killing of the monarch’s principal larval food plant, the common milkweed, continues because of increased use of glyphosate herbicide to kill weeds growing in genetically engineered, herbicide-resistant farm crops. “When was the last time you saw a huge meadow of wildflowers in bloom, forgotten by farmers or developers or lawnmowers?” Bollin asked. “Our society is obsessed with sterile, close-cut grass and the highway road crews are no exception. “Researchers estimate that under the very best of circumstances, for every 100 eggs laid in the wild, only one will reach adulthood and only one in 10 adults reaches the over-wintering sites. But to lose this incredible animal and the amazing phenomenon it undertakes would be an unthinkable crime, especially out of neglect or indifference, greed or ignorance.”

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Clay, Eastwood will try to repeat record-setting seasons By J. Patrick Eaken, Mark Griffin and Yaneek Smith sports@presspublications.com The last two years have been seen Clay storm through the Three Rivers Athletic Conference and into the regional tourney. Clay will have to replace six seniors, including its top pitcher, Brooke Gallaher, who is pitching at Lourdes University, Honnah Susor, who is playing right field at Wright State University, and shortstop Harleigh Isbell,. In the Northern Buckeye Conference, four starters return for Eastwood. The Eagles are 80-10 over the past three years. “We’re not going to be as strong as we’ve normally been, but we’ll be OK,” Coach Joe Wyant said. “It will be tough to match the last three years. They want to win and they’re working hard. It’s a fine line between winning and losing, especially in our league. They’re a pretty close-knit group, with nice leadership at the top.” Through Tuesday, Lake was 2-2 with wins over Bowling Green and Central Catholic. “Overall, they are hungry and they’re motivated for success,” Coach Dave Rymers said. “They’re really concentrating on the little things right now. One of the big things we’ve been preaching right now are the little things that don’t show up in score book, like moving runners over.” First-year Genoa coach Michelle Hamilton’s club has just two seniors, pitcher Lea Theisen and left fielder Holly Novotney. “I am expecting my returning players to step up and be leaders on the team,” Hamilton said. “We are a fairly young team and they are all great role models for the freshman who are on varsity. They set the tone of practice with their hard work, dedication, and great attitude.” Mitchell says the key to success will come down to how hard they practice. “When the girls show up to practice, they know exactly what is expected of them,” said Hamilton. “We go through the same routine each day, working on fielding, throwing, hitting, pitching, et cetera. All the coaches run a tight ship and the girls know they need to give it their all. There is very little down time for the girls to lose focus on the skills we are working on and it is paying off.” Woodmore will face life without star pitcher Madeline Phillips. The NBC Pitcher of the Year and All-Ohioan is pitching at Urbana University. Cards, Rockets ‘head south’ In the Toledo Area Athletic Conference, Cardinal Stritch returns seven starters and nine who saw playing time, including senior top hitter and pitcher. Drew Fancher. “We’re seeing improvement they’ve made from our preseason scrimmages to today (Tuesday),” Coach Don Zbierajewski said. “They have shown improvement each game. If they continue to go in that direction, we have a good chance to compete in the TAAC. We do not have a lot of team speed or power, we just manufacture runs.” The Cardinals were in Myrtle Beach, S.C., last week to compete in the Ripken Experience, where they defeated teams from Washington, D.C., and New Jersey Tuesday. Three-time defending TAAC champion Gibsonburg graduated pitcher Alyssa Escobedo, catcher Elena Mancha, left fielder Filomena Mendoza and center fielder

Clay baserunner Bekah Yenrick scores in the Eagles' non-league loss to Springfield. (Press photo by John Pollock/ Pollock. Smugmug. com) Marisa Alvarado. Despite inexperienced players in key spots, Coach Marty Brown expects his club to compete for a title. “Our goal for the league is to be within the No. 1 or 2 spots,” Brown said, “We also aim to be more competitive in the tournament.” Northwood has 15 freshmen and just two seniors and two juniors. “I knew we were going to be young coming into this year,” Coach Jennifer Noonan said. “I didn’t know we were getting this many freshmen. The future is bright. We’ve done a lot of fundamental work with the freshmen, just building for the future.” Waite has nine seniors on the roster, and eight started in season-opening wins over Rogers and Northwood. “I like their experience. They’re pretty good,” Coach Raquel Granados said. “This is the same team that a couple years ago won the City League. We were missing a couple players last year. Jaslynn was hurt and Jerrica didn’t come out. They (seniors) have a sense of unity and they have experience.” Granados said the Indians’ 2-0 start “sets the pace.” “That’s the best start Waite’s had in years,” she said. “That builds confidence. Our pitcher-catcher combo is doing well. In the past we’ve struggled with errant throws and passed balls, and it’s caught up with us. Right now we’re containing that, and we’re hitting the ball. We spent a lot of time live hitting in the cage.” In each of Coach Chris Rawski’s first three seasons at Oak Harbor, his team demonstrated improvement. This year, to make his team even better, they traveled to Florida to start the season. “Our defense is going to dictate what type of season we will have,” Rawski said. “The better our defense, the better our team will perform. Our defense is still progressing and we hope to have it fine-tuned by league play.”

Clay

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Baleigh Bocock, 2B; Jamie Miller, P; Hayley Schiavone, 3B Outlook: Clay has proven hitters returning, including junior center fielder Haley Dominique (.473), the leadoff hitter, shortstop Brooke Gyori (.402), second baseman Baleigh Bocock (.467), pitcher Jamie Miller (.406), right fielder Bekah Yenrick (.540) and third baseman Hayley Shiavone (.409). Dominique has committed to play at Ball State University, Yenrick at the University of Toledo and Shiavone at Ohio Northern University. Through three games, Miller has fared well in replacing pitcher Brooke Gallaher. “Jamie is throwing pretty strong,” Coach Brenda Radabaugh said. “She’s throwing really well. I’ve got a lot of confidence (in her). She hasn’t thrown a lot for us at varsity, (but) she’s got better speed than possibly the last two (pitchers).” This year, Clay has only one player, Shiavone, who is playing the same position she did last year. While most players are the same, nearly all have changed positions. “(If) we play solid defense, if we’re consistent defensively, if we keep people healthy, we’ll be successful,” Radabaugh said. “We have to be consistent on defense and if our pitching continues to improve (we’ll be successful). I have faith in our hitters. I know that we’ll score runs.” Radabaugh has confidence in freshman catcher Natalie Quinlan, who is coming into her first varsity season. “She’s fantastic,” Radabaugh said. “She blocks pitches in the dirt extremely well and does a good job calling pitches. She’s a gutsy kid.”

Eastwood

Coach: Joe Wyant, eighth year Last season: 27-2 (11-1, NBC) Key returnees: Mackenzie Albright, Jr., SS; Krista Jennings, Sr., 2B; Morgan Getz, Sr., 1B; Caitlin Clay, Sr., OF; Riley Patterson, Sr., P Outlook: The Eagles’ four returning starters are Albright, Jennings, Getz and Clay, all second-team All-Northern Buckeye Conference selections in 2014. Patterson, who was 6-0 last season, is Eastwood’s top pitcher this year. She went the distance against Fostoria St. Wendelin

and gave up two hits inj a 3-0 win. “For the first time out, with all the young people we have – we started three sophomores – it was a good first game,” Wyant said. “Riley did fine. She didn’t walk any and had six strikeouts.” Eastwood’s other starters are sophomore catcher Alex Appelhans, junior third baseman Alexa Schmeltz, sophomore outfielder Mackenzie Hineline and senior outfielder Justina Casiano, who was a designated hitter last year. Schmeltz did not play last year due to a torn ACL. “She’s doing really well right now,” Wyant said. “She’s going to be a big surprise. She swings the bat nice.” Sophomore Macey Fix is the team’s No. 2 pitcher and will also DH. “We have three girls with really good speed,” Wyant said. “Our strength is we should play really good defense. We should have a nice defensive team. Our shortstop and second baseman are two of the best around. They could play with anybody. We’re going to hit OK. We’re going to be a mixture of power and small ball. Pitching is a question mark.”

Lake

Coach: Dave Rymers, eighth year Last season: 11-18 (4-10, NBC) Key returnees: Allie Kontak, Sr., CF; Peyton Marchetto, Sr., 1B; Emma Materni, Jr., 2B; Jessica Densic, Jr., OF; Sydnee Behlmer, So., P/IF; Megan Williams, So., SS; Rebekah Swartz, So., LF Outlook: Kontak, a first-team All-NBC and honorable mention all-district selection, bats leadoff and is a four-year starter. “She understands how important the little things are, about the ups and down of the season and not getting too high or too low. She’s a good example, for as many young kids as we have playing for us right now,” Rymers said. Behlmer, who split time in the circle with Materni last season, has pitched 25 innings in four games and has allowed 22 runs (18 earned) and eight walks, with 11 strikeouts. She is hitting .625 (10-for-16) with seven RBI, five runs and two doubles. Behlmer

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four years,” Noonan said. “Morgan’s a good team leader.” The rest of Northwood’s starters include Rymers behind the plate, sophomore Lexi Rudnicki at short, sophomore Antonia Tristan at second, sophomore Kara Ray in center field, freshman Mackenzie Fullenlove in right and freshman Alexis Lampros in left. Rudnicki, a move-in from Delta, already has an inside-the-park home run. “She’s amazing on the field and at the plate,” Noonan said. “We’re figuring out our best nine players. The freshmen are hard workers and they’re dedicated. The talent varies between the 15 (on the roster), but some of them are excellent ball players. Some are new, but they’re coming along quick.” Also seeing playing time will be Edwards at third and in the outfield, freshman utility player/pitcher Casey Meadors and freshman catcher Becca Brittian.

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led Lake with a .402 average a year ago. “Sydnee was 10-13 and threw 141.1 innings last year, with 126 strikeouts and a 4.56 ERA,” Rymers said. “We need her to be more consistent attacking the strike zone. She has very good velocity, but she needs to improve on her location and hitting her spots.” Lake’s 3-4-5 hitters consist of a sophomore and two freshmen, but Rymers sees potential. “We do have speed at the top of the lineup, and some big hitters from third through seventh,” he said. “Defensively, we’re still learning some of our positions. We’re pretty raw at first and third base right now. Freshman Kirsten Zink is starting at third and (sophomore) Savannah Trenchik is starting at first, and she’s been a catcher her whole life.” Other starters include freshman Sam Hoffman behind the plate, Materni at second and Densic in the outfield along with sophomores Emilee Kunkleman and Rebekah Swartz, who was the starting catcher last year. Williams and Marchetto will see time in the infield, and Kunkleman is the backup pitcher. “This is one of the most talented groups I’ve had,” Rymers said. “We have to take care of the little things, day in and day out, and not compound mistakes in losses.”

Genoa

Coach: Michelle Hamilton, first year Last Year: 11-14 (4-10, NBC) Key Returnees: Lea Theisen, P; Haley Pickard, SS; Haley Gerke, 3B; Emily Edwards, C; Erica Smith, CF Outlook: With Theisen pitching and hitters like Pickard, Edwards, Smith and Gerke, there’s reason to believe the Comets could bounce back after a tough season. Smith could prove to be an asset on the base paths with her speed.The team lost hitting in graduated players Ciara Albright, Brynn Skilliter and Katie Jensen. It starts with Theisen, who is set to pitch at the collegiate level for Mercyhurst North East in western Pennsylvania. “I am very confident in Lea’s ability to get us through this season,” Hamilton said. “She is a strong pitcher and is mentally tough. She is our only varsity pitcher, so she knows she has to give it her all on every pitch. Lea throws hard and consistently hits her locations.” Theisen will work with Edwards, the catcher, a player for whom Hamilton has confidence. The infield will consist of Gerke at third, Pickard at short, Brooke Bryant at second and Jordan Blausey at first. Smith, the leadoff hitter, plays center field and is flanked by Novotney in left and Abby Wolfe in right. Sydney Wagner and Morgan Contreras will also see playing time.

Woodmore

Coach: Tasha Floro, first year Last Year: 14-8 (8-6, NBC) Key Returnees: Hana Zollinger, C; Kari Kruse, 1B; Natalie Davis, 3B; Emily Paul, INF; Morgan Witt, UT; Marena Hartford, INF Outlook: Sophomore Marena Hartford is filling in for the graduated all-state pitcher Madeline Phillips. “She’s throwing hard and throwing well, but our defense has not backed her up whatsoever (in three games),” Floro said. “She needs some help behind her and she’ll be alright. That’s what we’re working on right now.” Part of it, Floro says, is that the de-

Waite Oak Harbor baserunner Olivia Rollins gets to base before the softball gets to Genoa infielder Sydney Wagner. Behind eight hits, the Rockets improved to 3-3 with a 3-1 victory. (Press photo by Russ Lytle/Facebook.com/RussLytle/RHP) fense is in a state of flux early in the season. Senior Natalie Davis, who was playing third base, has moved to center field and junior shortstop Emily Paul recently sustained a concussion that will keep her out for about one month. Normally, Hartford would fill in at short, but she’s got to pitch, so Morgan Witt and Alex Moreno are competing to solidify that spot. Meanwhile, Witt and Madi Kleinhans are trying to fill in for Davis at third. Floro says sustaining the left side of the defense will go a long way in determining the Wildcats’ success. On the right side of the infield is Kari Kruse, who plays first, and Courtney Hefflinger is at second. Behind the plate is senior catcher Hana Zollinger, who hit .468 and scored 23 runs to earn second team alldistrict honors and honorable mention distinction in the NBC. Davis will be flanked in the outfield by Witt, Mackenzie Nightswander, a freshman, and Haley Timbrook, a sophomore. “They’re doing alright,” Floro said. “Right now, we’re kind of struggling. We’re very young. Almost everyone is in a new spot. We’re really just trying to work on the fundamentals and be strong defensively. We’re working hard to make this program something. We (have to) do all the little things right. We’ll work on our fundamentals and we have to play fundamentally sound defense.”

Cardinal Stritch

Coach: Don Zbierajewski, sixth year Last season: 13-11 (10-2 TAAC) Key returnees: Drew Fancher, Sr., P/1B; Lizzie Smith, Jr., C/3B; Madison Moran, Jr., 1B; Samantha Huff, Jr., SS/P; Kirsten Aldrich, Sr., 2B; Cecelia Gozdowski, Sr., OF; Chayce McQueary, So., OF/3B Outlook: Francher, who bats fourth, hit .578 last season and “was on the mound 90 percent of the time,” said Zbierajewski. “The last four years she has worked so hard to improve every year,” Zbierajewski said of the left-hander. “She really does a better job hitting her spots right now. The game is important to her. She doesn’t just love the game, it’s important to her.” Stritch’s other top returning hitters are Smith, who hit over .400 last season, and McQueary, Gozdowski, Huff and Moran, who all hit over .300. Fancher and Smith were first team All-TAAC selections in

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2014, and Huff was a second team pick. Senior outfielders Hannah Alonzo and McKayla Ahumada will also see playing time along with sophomore catcher/outfielder Halie Wharton.

Gibsonburg

Coach: Marty Brown, second year Last Year: 19-6 (12-0, TAAC) Key Returnees: Abby Cantrell, 1B; Shylee Smeltz, SS; Allie Teeple, CF; Lyndsey Perales, 3B Outlook: Cantrell is hitting third and is joined by Perales, Teeple, Smeltz and catcher Ashley Hasselbach. Libby Henderson rounds out the infield at second base and Teeple is flanked in the outfield by Katy Roberts in right and Marian Yunker. in left. Brown, who has been with the program six years, is confident in his younger hitters. “As far as the offense,” he said, “we feel the young talent that we’ve brought up is capable of producing enough runs to win some games. It is a new learning experience for our younger players to be able to handle the pressure at this level.” Currently, junior Samantha DeAnda is the team’s No. 1 pitcher, but freshman Aubrey Fleming and senior Claire Kerwin are challenging her. DeAnda started the first four games (2-2). “We are still working with our pitching staff,” Brown said. “We have a very good catcher in Hasselbach. We hope to have consistent pitching throughout (the season). (DeAnda) is working to be a productive pitcher.”

Northwood

Coach: Jennifer Noonan, third year Last season: 9-12 Key returnees: Kaitlynn Edwards, Jr., OF/ INF; Lexi Rymers, Jr., C; Jade Laviolette, So., P; Antonia Tristan, So., 2B Outlook: Northwood’s No. 1 pitcher is Laviolette, a sophomore who went 4-8 with a 4.72 ERA in 76-plus innings as a freshman. She struck out 66 and walked 18. “She’s quicker this year,” Noonan said. “She worked on her specialty pitches all winter. She hits her corners when we need her to. She’s also our No. 4 hitter and she’s a power hitter.” The Rangers’ seniors are third baseman Morgan Thayer and first baseman Allison Sybert. “They’ve worked hard for

Coach: Raquel Granados, second year Last season: 4-17 (4-10 CL) Key returnees: Jerrica Slawski, Sr., P; Kalli Billups, Sr., P; Jaslynn Juhasz, Sr., 1B; Monica Ray, Sr., 2B; Hannah Shible, Sr., 3B; Marissa Cockerill, So., C Outlook: Billips and Slawski, a left-hander, are starters 1-A and 1-B, according to Granados. “I like using them together,” the coach said. “If one of them gets timed up, I’ll put another one in there to use as a finisher.” Granados said Ray, Juhasz and Cockerill are Waite’s most consistent hitters. Juhasz only played a couple of games last year before tearing her ACL. “She’s a slugger,” Granados said. “She’ll hit doubles and triples. Cockerill should be one of my hitting leaders, and she’s a base stealer.” Shible, a four-year starter, returns at third base and will joined in the starting lineup by seniors Kendra Domonkos in center field, Bryonna McAlister in right and Alex Ortega in left. Ortega can also catch, and Slawski and Billups will play shortstop when they’re not pitching. Also seeing playing time will be junior Dominique Bryan in left field, junior Kaitlyn Grant on the mound, sophomore Cassie Burdue at short, sophomore Destiny Papuchike at third, junior Sylvia Rombach at second and senior Mariah Forgette. “The keys for us are getting a little tighter defensively and keeping our pitchers and catchers healthy,” Granados said. “We’re off to a good start, and we’re looking at keeping it going.”

Oak Harbor

Coach: Chris Rawski, fourth year Career Record: 46-37 Last Year: 18-9 (6-8 SBC) Key Returnees: Emma Bergman, P; Maddy Rathbun, C; Olivia Rollins, 2B; Brandy Lochotzki, CF; Chrislyn Stevenson, SS Outlook: Oak Harbor has its battery returning in pitcher Emma Bergman and Maddy Rathbun, two sophomores. They’ve got shortstop Chrislyn Stevenson and second baseman Olivia Rollins backing them up in the middle, and Brandy Lochotzki is in her third year starting in the outfield. A typical lineup features Rollins in the leadoff spot, followed by Bergman, Rathbun and freshman first basemen Ashley Riley in the cleanup spot. Emma Vidal has moved from the outfield to third base and will bat fifth, Stevenson will hit sixth, followed by left fielder Taylor Weborg, Lochotzki and right fielder Seree Petersen. Expect Tessa Tyburski, Kaylee Smith, Michelle Stevenson and Kristine Laub to play a key roles in the team’s success.

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Genoa man coached Central to state tourney — twice By J. Patrick Eaken Press Sports Editor sports@presspublications.com Coach Larry Bondy Sr., who lived in Genoa from 1963 until his death in 1989, remains a playing and coaching legend at Central Catholic. He began at Central, his alma mater, as freshman basketball coach in 1942, joined the Navy in 1944 to fight with American forces in World War II, then returned to Central in 1946 as an assistant basketball and football coach. He was Central’s head basketball coach from 1947-55 with a career record of 171-31 through 1954. Bondy took the Irish to the state tournament twice — in 1949 and 1952, leading them to the state final in 1949. In usual Toledo fashion, that team finished as state runner-up. Bondy’s teams won 80 percent of their games, either winning or tying for Toledo City League championships six times. His bio continues, “His famous fast break worked with names like McCloskey, Donoher, Hickey, Recker, and Marchal, plus many, many more. Jerry McCloskey was so good that he wore out two pair of shoes in a season.” From 1946-52, according to the Catholic Chronicle, Bondy’s teams never finished lower than second in the City League standings. On defense, his teams commonly employed a 3-2 zone, but his offense scored a lot of points because of his patented fast break. In 1946-47, the Irish finished the regular season 18-2, was City League runner-up and went on to win a sectional title. His 1947-48 team was 22-2, Northwest Ohio Class A (big school) regional runner-up and sectional and district champions. McCloskey All-Ohio His 1948-49 Irish went 26-4, was City champs, Northwest Ohio district champs, regional champs and Class A state runner-up. The team had size, strength, and could shoot, claimed newspaper reports. As a coach, he was a diminutive man

Central Catholic coach Larry Bondy among giants. “In the midst of a team averaging 6-foot-2, the sight of a coach nearly eight inches shorter was deceiving,” his Central Catholic hall of fame bio claims. “Larry Bondy was true to his earliest convictions and abilities. His players saw the value of his motto: ‘A good offense is the best defense.’” The team boasted five All-City team members and eight of the team’s members are in the CCHS Athletic Hall of Fame. They outscored opponents by an average of 16 points per game. Six-foot-3 East Toledo resident Jerry McCloskey, who was the team’s star, was named all-state and went on to Notre Dame. Other starters were Jerry’s younger brother, Dick, or “Specs,” as he was nick-

named, Don Donoher, Gene Dickey and Al Marchal. Specs, Marchal and Donoher were also 6-3 and Hickey was about 6-1. The team averaged 62.2 points per game. At state in 1949, Central handily defeated Akron St. Vincent, 65-51, during the Class A semi-final at the Columbus Fairgrounds Coliseum. However, in front of 8,237, Central lost to Hamilton (25-1), 7052, in the championship. Central had to go into the final without two starters — Specs McCloskey injured his ankle in the last two minutes of the state semi-final and Donoher came down with the flu before the championship. In 1949-50, Bondy’s Irish were 18-4 and sectional runner-up. In 1951-52, Central (19-5) finished as Co-City champs, sectional, district, and again regional champs, but was defeated in the state quarterfinals by eventual runner-up Steubenville (28-1). Central breezed through the sectional with wins over Macomber (62-42), Libbey (63-44) and DeVilbiss (77-71), defeated Sandusky, 84-55, to take the district title and Lima Central Catholic, 64-56, to capture the regional title. That 1952 state qualifying team had no seniors, four juniors and 10 sophomores. The oldest player was 17 and two sophomores were captains — 6-4 forward Lee Lechlak and 6-3 center James Naugle. The only juniors were 6-0 guard Thomas Schumaker, 6-4 center Joe Amstutz, 5-10 forward Harry Washington and 6-4 center Stan Pryzbylek. Other sophomores were 6-3 center Fred Gawechi, 5-11 guard James McHugh, 6-0 guard Joseph Mouch, 5-10 forward Lee Hood, 6-2 guard Danny O’Shea, 6-3 forward James Rahman, 6-2 guard James Holmes and 6-0 forward Barney Wagner. That same year, Clay came one game away from qualifying for state, but was defeated in the regional final by Columbus Aquinas, 52-32. Behind legendary coach Paul Walker and 6-7 Jerry Lucas, Middletown (25-1) won the state title that year, defeating Steubenville, 63-53, in the final. Since everyone was returning, there was a promise that Central would return

to state the next year. However, no Central boys’ basketball would qualify for state again until 2011, when Eastwood graduate and former Owens Community College coach and player Jim Welling led the Irish to the Division I state semi-finals, losing a nail-biter to eventual state champion Cincinnati LaSalle (26-2), 48-46. The progression from being a player to that level of coaching started in Bondy’s youth, starring in multiple sports. “Larry, a small and mighty athlete, starred as a halfback for the Irish in the 1930s and participated in basketball and baseball as well. Voted the winner of the Gus Muenzer trophy and Most Valuable Player in 1935, he was a 5-6½, 120 pound wonder,” states his hall of fame bio. It continues, “A capsule view of Larry Bondy, the player, is captivating. His nickname was ‘Pet,’ the team’s baby — small and elusive. When Pet ran, all you could see was a red blur, according to witnesses. He was in his element passing and running.” After graduating from Central in 1936, he continued his football career at Toledo’s now closed DeSales College, Bondy played left halfback from 1938-42. “He always liked basketball, too, but he was the spark plug of the college eleven, deceiving in his size and ability,” the bio reads. After Bondy returned to Central, he served in various coaching positions, including taking over as head football coach midseason in 1946, in which his team finished 4-4-1, and he served multiple years as athletic director. When Bondy went into private industry as a time-study engineer, he turned to CYO coaching before returning to a fulltime position at Genoa High. He was inducted into Central’s Hall on April 30, 1985 alongside Joseph “Fudgie” Wlodarz (1931), an All City-guard at Central and later coach and community activist from East Toledo’s Birmingham neighborhood. While Bondy was playing and coaching at Central, his family lived in West Toledo, but after his family moved to Genoa, he coached boys’ basketball there for three years.

Expectations remain high in the Hen House, players say Get out your foam hands, little bats, Mike Hessman jerseys and Muddonna cheers, here comes summer time in Toledo and Mud Hens baseball. Confidence is strong and hope springs eternal, “I think we got a great squad. Nothing against last year’s team but I think we are a lot better,” said outfielder Tyler Collins. “We have a lot of veteran and Triple A Players. I definitely expect a winning team this year,” added starting pitcher Mike Belfiore. This year’s storylines feature a giant man and a man with a giant legacy. Steven Moya, 6-foot-7, 260 pounds, is the Tigers, top prospect and the Hens’ new right fielder. Moya, who looks like he should be playing alongside LeBron James instead of standing in a batter’s box, hit 35 homers, drove in 105 runs, stole 16 bases, and hit .276 at Double A Erie. The 23-yearold is focused and eager with a clear picture of what he needs to improve on. “Recognizing pitches better,” Moya said. “Leaving the ball in the dirt alone. A quality at bat in every at bat. You don’t know the future; you just have to live now.

In My Opinion by AJ Szozda Work hard today. That is my goal.” Moya is joined by a minor league legend, Toledo’s version of Crash Davis from the baseball movie “Bull Durham,” Mike Hessman. Hessman, whose hitting coach just happens to be Leon “Bull” Durham, is the career International League Leader in home runs with 259, breaking a record that stood since 1945. He is one of only eight players in minor league history to hit over 400 homers. With 417 homers total, he chases famous Mexican Leaguer Hector Espino’s 484 homers for the all-time minor league record at all levels. The last time the Hens won back-to-back Governor’s Cups in 2007, Hessman was an integral part. Now 37, Hessman keeps on producing, hitting another 28 homers last year and hitting .248 for the Hens.

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“Toledo’s a great place to play, the stadium is awesome and the fans are great,” said Hessman. “He’s the man. Hess has seen and experienced every possible thing that could happen in baseball,” added Collins. The pitching staff features four guys who started for the Tigers last year: Buck Farmer, Drew VerHagen, Kyle Lobstein, and Kyle Ryan. Lobstein is viewed as the Tigers sixth starter and will begin the year with Detroit due to Justin Verlander’s injury. The bullpen will feature Melvin Mercedes, Blaine Hardy and Alex Wilson. Mercedes pitched two scoreless innings in his brief debut and is one of the Tigers’ best bullpen prospects. Hardy spent all year with the Tigers and in 39 innings had a 2.54 ERA. He’ll start the year with the Tigers as Joe Nathan’s injury replacement, although he didn’t make the original 25-man roster. Alex Wilson came over from the Red Sox in the Rick Porcello trade and posted a 1.91 ERA in 28 innings for the Red Sox last year. Kyle Ryan who was a starter his whole career, is learning relief for the first time this

year. The Hens’ offense should be strong and Toledo will feature one of the best outfields in a long time. Joining Moya is Daniel Fields, Xavier Avery and Tyler Collins. Collins, a top 10 prospect, hit .263 with 18 home runs and 62 RBIs last year with the Hens. Collins started last year as a rookie with the Tigers, “My composure has improved significantly. I haven’t run into a situation since that has made me nervous. Just being able to slow the game down and control my emotions and feelings,” said Collins about his time in Detroit. Collins and Moya also reflected on their time learning from two of the best hitters in the game, Miguel Cabrera and Victor Martinez, “Learning how they prepare, enjoy the game, and be able to focus like them is a blessing,” said Moya. “It’s not like they’re even trying. You just get to talk to them all day long. They just enlighten you....some of it is pretty simple stuff where you say, ‘Why didn’t I think of that?’” says Collins.

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Bowen resigns, Meyer to become new boys’ cage coach The Press Box

By J. Patrick Eaken Press Sports Editor sports@presspublications.com Denny Meyer will be hired next Wednesday as the boys’ basketball coach at Lake High School to replace Ryan Bowen, who resigned after leading the Flyers to three league titles and two district appearances in five years. Coach Meyer was the head girls’ coach at Lake from 2008-2012 and compiled an overall record of 82 wins against only 10 losses. During that time, Lake won four league titles, four sectional championships, and one district crown. For his efforts, Coach Meyer was the Associated Press Ohio Coach of the Year in 2008-09 and he was the District 7 Coach of the Year in 2009-10 and 2010-11. According to Lake High School Director of Athletics Dave Shaffer, “We know Denny’s abilities very well. His accomplishments speak for themselves and we welcome his return to coaching.” Since first taking over the Lake throttle back in 2010, veteran coach Ryan Bowen and his Flyers quickly became a perennial powerhouse in Northern Buckeye Conference hoops, staking Bowen to a 8924 career record. In Bowen’s last four years, Lake won nearly 80 games, accumulating a 77-16 record, winning 83 percent of their games. During that span, the Flyers won three NBC titles while just missing out on a fourth and claimed two sectional titles, highlighted by a special run that saw them advance to the district finals in 2012. Coach Bowen was named Alan Miller Jewelers All-Press Coach of the Year three times and his son, Division II all-state senior Connor Bowen, All-Press Player of the Year twice. Connor finished his senior year with career records in scoring (1,500), as-

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Main at 4th, Genoa

Sunday School 9:15 am Worship 10:30 am Ramp & Elevator

Pastor Cherl Matla

www.genoatrinity.com

Northwood

Walbridge

1930 Bradner Rd./Corner of Woodville & Bradner Rds. 419-836-8986 Sunday School 9:00 am. Sunday worship:10:00 am Wed. 7:30 p.m. Pastor Robert Noble Every 2nd Sun. 10:00 am Praise Service

Elmore Trinity Lutheran Church Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod 412 Fremont St. 419-862-3461 Stephen Lutz, Pastor

Worship 8 am - 10:45 am Sunday School - 9:30 am

Lake Twp. Zion Lutheran Church 26535 Pemberville Rd.837-5023 Between 795 & Genoa Rd. (163) Just east of 280 Sunday Worship 10:15 am Sunday School 9:00 am

Sunday worship - 8am & 10:30am Wednesday worship - 7:30pm

Sunday School for all ages 9:15am Pastor Mark Wentz

Woodville Solomon Lutheran Church and School

305 W. Main St. 419-849-3600 Recovery Worship Thurs. 6:30-7:30pm

Sunday Worship: 8am & 10:30am Sunday School for all ages Pastor Kristina Ahlman

School Open Enrollment-Nursery thru 6th grade

See you in church!

THE PRESS

APRIL 13, 2015

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weekday, educational and social programs, health assessments and more. Transportation and homedelivered meals available. 419-637-7947.

Jerusalem Twp.

Lindsey

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

Elliston

Card Playing featuring Euchre and Pinochle the last Friday of the month at 7 p.m. sharp at Trinity UCC. Freewill donations accepted.

Elmore

Free Computer Classes offered at the HarrisElmore Library April 18 include: 9 a.m. – Computer Basics; 10 a.m. – Using Email; 11 a.m. – Nook: Downloading Ebooks & Audiobooks; 2 p.m. – Facebook II; 3 p.m. – iPads: Downloading Ebooks & Audiobooks. There will also be a dropin session from 12-2 p.m. when users may bring their smartphones, iPads, Kindles, etc. for assistance. Classes are free, but registration is required for the classes, (not the dropin sessions). Attendees are asked to bring their own mobile devices, if possible. Spaghetti Dinner April 17, 4:30-7 p.m., Northwood Church of God, 1838 S. Coy Rd. Featuring alllyou-can-eat spaghetti, salad, garlic bread & dessert. Kids’ meals available; kids under 5 eat free. Sponsored by Northwood Church of God and Elmore Church of God Youth Group. Christian Women’s Breakfast April 27, 9:15 a.m., St. John’s UCC-Elmore, 448 Rice St. Program: “History of the Apron” (please bring apron). Elmore Golden Oldies Card & Game Party April 29 at Red, White & Brew. Reservations are $10 and include lunch (chicken sandwich & salad bar, chips, cookie and coffee or tea), afternoon snacks, door prizes and table prizes. Seating limited to 32. Call 419-862-9003 or 419-862-3493 before April 15 for reservations. Card Playing the 1st and 3rd Thurs. of the month at 7 p.m. at Elmore Retirement Village, 633 State St. Elmore Book Discussion Group meets the fourth Thurs. of the month at 11 a.m. at the Elmore Library. Call 419-862-2482 for info. Storytime for Preschool-Age Children Wed. at 11 a.m. Call the library at 419-862-2482 for info. 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 Conservation Club Trap Shooting every Wed. from 6-9 p.m. Saturday shoots will resume in May. Questions: 419-392-1112.

Genoa

Genoa Branch Library will be closed April 20 to permit installation of new carpeting. Genoa Branch Library activities include: Preschool Storytime Tues. at 11 a.m.; Lego Club (ages 6 and up) the last Tues. of each month from 4-5 p.m.; Adult Craft Class Mon. from 6:30-7:30 p.m.; Adult Book Discussion Groups 3rd Tues. at 7 p.m. (evening group) and 3rd Thurs. at 9:30 a.m. (morning group). For info, call 419-855-3380. Waggin’ Tutors Therapy Dogs visit the Genoa Branch Library, 602 West St. the 3rd Wed. of the month from 4-5 p.m. Children may practice their oral reading skills by reading aloud to the dogs. Sponsored by the Friends of the Genoa Library. Moms are Be YOU-tiful in Christ Christian Mom’s Group meets every 1st and 3rd Mon. of each month through May in the Our Lady of Lourdes Hall, 204 Main St., Genoa. Free childcare available. For info, contact Patty Greenhill at 419862-0128 or pattijsd@yahoo.com. Sponsored by Christian Moms Group of St. Boniface and Our Lady of Lourdes. 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 2nd 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 Saturday of the month from 10 a.m.1 p.m., Christ Community Church, 303 W. 4th St. Serving those who are in Genoa School District. Proper ID and billing address within the district required. For more info, call 419-341-0913.

Gibsonburg

Gibsonburg Library, 100 N. Webster St., offers: Storytime, Thursday mornings at 11 a.m.; Lego Club (K-6) the fourth Saturday of the month from 10-11:30 a.m.; Cookbook Club April 13 at 6:30 p.m. – bring two dozen regular and two dozen sugar-free cookies and recipes for a cookie swap; Paper Seed Starters – a make-it-take-it project for all ages, April 25, 10 a.m. Call 419-637-2173 to register. Bookworms Book Club meets 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. For info or to reserve a book, call 419-637-2173. Active Seniors invited to Meet & Eat at Gibsonburg Senior Center, 100 Meadow Lane. Lunches every

Lake Twp.

After Winter Survivor

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.

Village of Lindsey Farmers Market will be held the 2nd Saturday of each month May through October from 9 a.m.-noon in the Village Park on Main Street. Open to vendors selling produce, baked goods, crafts, plants, etc. Vendor fee is $5 for unlimited space. For info, call 419-665-2045.

Luckey

Luckey Food Pantry is open the last Wed. of each month from 1-3 p.m. and the last Thurs. of the month from 6-8 p.m. in the old Town Hall building, corner of Krotzer & Main Street. Open to families residing in the Eastwood School District. Luckey Library Story Time for ages 3-7 every Wed. at 6:30 p.m. Includes stories, finger plays, music & crafts. Lego Club (K-5th grade) Mondays 4:30-5:30 p.m. Men’s Shoot-the-Bull gatherings Mondays at 9:30 a.m. Coffee provided. No registration required for any of the programs. Home delivery of library materials to home-bound Luckey residents is available by calling the library during regular hours at 419-833-6040.

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Millbury

Liver Transplant Fundraiser to benefit Clarence Wilburn, April 18, Millbury Fire Hall. Live auction at 1 p.m.; chicken dinners served 2-7 p.m. For tickets, call 419-855-6207 or 419-862-2241.

Oak Harbor

Peace by Piece Quilters Guild Meeting, April 13, 7 p.m., Oak Harbor United Methodist Church, 360 E. Ottawa St. (back entrance), Welcome to all who love to sew. Ottawa Co. Board of Developmental Disabilities Monthly Board Meeting, April 20, 5 p.m. at the board office, 235 N. Toussaint South Rd. Meetings are open to the public. For info, call 419-898-0400. Oak Harbor Masonic Lodge #495. 14th Annual Chicken Bar-B-Que Fundraiser April 26, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. or until sold out at the shelter house at Veterans Memorial Park. Dine in or carry out. Dinners, prepared by Bar-B-Que Traveler, Inc., will include a half-chicken, baked potato, green beans, roll, butter and dessert plus drink (dine in). Presale tickets available from lodge members or by calling Andrew Haley at 419-898-5552. Bingo Sunday evenings at 6 p.m., St. Boniface Parish, 215 N. Church St. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Early birds at 5:30 p.m. 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: 419-707-3664.

The deadline for our Transitions Page is Wednesday at 4:00 p.m.

In Loving Memory of Bill Pasztor

Happy 80th Byron

Pemberville

Pemberville United Methodist Church Public Dinner April 18, 4:30-6:30 p.m., 205 Perry St. Featuring a choice of ham loaf or meat loaf, sweet or baked potatoes, green beans, salad bar, dessert and beverage. Carryouts available. Pemberville Area Senior Center at Bethlehem Lutheran Church provides programs & activities for adults 60 & over. Open 10 a.m.-2 p.m. M-F. Lunch served at noon. 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.

Walbridge

“Ignite” – A Night of Praise & Worship with Eucharistic Adoration, April 28 and the last Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m., St. Jerome Church. Presented by Kateri Deanery. Featuring uplifting music, fellowship and time for silent reflection. Walbridge Branch Library, 251 N. Main St., offers the following programs: Family Storytime – Tues. at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Arts & Crafts (kids of all ages) – Tues. 5 p.m.; Adult Book Club the 1st Thursday of the month; Fiction Book Group the 2nd Monday of the month; Mystery Book Club meets the 4th Monday of the month; play pinochle (16 and older) every 2nd Thursday of the month. All programs are free. Call 419-666-9900 or visit cdpl.org. Steak Dinner, April 18, 5-7 p.m., Walbridge VFW Post 9963, 109 N. Main St. Includes baked potato, salad, vegetable, roll & butter and dessert.

Open House - April 25th at American Legion Post 279 Veteran Drive, Elmore 2pm - 4pm No Gifts Please Love, your family

In Memory Beth Bell-Maynard

Happy Birthday, April 10th, to a w o n d e r f u l h u s b a n d , f a t h e r, grandfather, brother, and friend. It’s been five years since your passing and you are thought of each and every day. Love always, your family

In Loving Memory Beverly J. Royal 10/3/1946 ~ 4/16/2005

Woodville

Steak Dinner, April 18, 5-7 p.m., VFW Post 9963, 109 N. Main St. Includes baked potato, salad, vegetable, roll & butter and dessert. $12. Woodville Township Trustees will meet the 1st and 3rd Wed. of each month at 7 p.m. in the Fiscal Office at the Woodville Township Fire Station, 321 East Main St. The township has filed its Annual Fiscal Report for fiscal year 2014 with the Auditor of State. The report is available for public viewing at the Woodville Twp. Fire Station, 321 E. Main St. Woodville Public Library, 101 E. Main St., offers Storytime, Mon. at 7 p.m.; “House Calls in History: Dr. Mary Edwards Walker portrayed by Sheila Otto, of Sylvania, March 26, 7 p.m. For info, call 419-849-2744. WSOS Woodville Senior Center, located in the Woodville Twp. Fire Hall, is open Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m. and is open to ages 60 years and older. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 419-8493636. Home-delivered meals are also available for homebound seniors.

Please join us in celebrating her life and sharing memories with her 2 children, Cody and Danica, family and friends. Beth died unexpectedly at the young age of 44 at her home in Gibsonburg. The memorial will start at 1pm on Sunday, April 19th at the Elmore Community Center at 410 Clinton Street. This is a pot luck so if able, please share a dish. Some beverages will be provided, however, feel free to bring your own drink of choice. We hope to see you there.

We can’t believe it’s been ten years since you have been gone. We miss you very much. Love, Your family

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5395 Bayshore, Oregon Waterfront brick ranch. Awesome view of Lake Erie. Vaulted ceilings, master suite with private deck. David Hahn custom kitchen and baths! Come join me for a private tour!

220 Maple St., Woodville, OH NEW LISTING! Charming 3 bed, 2 Ba, traditional 1 story home on dead end street. 2 car detached garage with workshop and alley access. Appliances less than 4 years old and stay. Updates in 2014 include new carpet, central A/C,dishwasher, and “High Definition� kitchen counter tops. Newer windows and hot water heater Fenced in private back yard. No city income tax or school tax but new Elementary School. Lots of other updates. Motivated Sellers and priced to sell at just $119,000.

29 BROADVIEW, LUCKEY OH NEW LISTING. Move in ready 3 bed, 2 ba, ranch style home. Legion Park across the street and privacy and open fields out the back. Above ground pool, dog kennel, and shed will stay.Updated kitchen with beautiful hickory cabinets. Spacious family room located at back of house with fireplace and lots of windows, natural light, and scenic views. Storage galore throughout the house.. Newer windows. 2 parcels with fruit trees on the second parcel. Well maintained house listed at $139,500 Call or text Tami Oberdick for more information on these beautiful homes. 419-461-5609 or tober77@gmail.com

222 E. Front St., Pemberville

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

149 Church St., Oak Harbor, OH (419) 898-9503 www.batdorff.com NEW LISTING ! 4011 SR 600 GIBSONBURG - $225,000 Beautiful country home features 5 BR, 2 full baths, family room with fireplaces & many built-ins! Formal dining room, large kitchen with island. Large deck, two detached garages plus several other bldgs. 10 to 12, total property of 40 acres can be purchased. Call Bernie Hammer 419-307-4060.

NEW LISTING ! 7704 W Toussaint East Road, OAK HARBOR $85,000 3 bedroom, 1 bath country ranch home in Carroll Township. Hardwood floors, 2 car attached garage plus detached pole barn. Work in progress! Call Bernie Hammer 419-307-4060 or Batdorff Real Estate.

112 Washington Street OAK HARBOR $109,000 3 bedrooms, 2 bath in town home. 2 car attached garage. With a little TLC this could be your dream home! Call Cherie Salazar 419-707-1088 or Batdorff Real Estate 419-898-6804.

Move in condition. 3 bedroom, 1 bath, attached 2 car garage close to schools and shopping. Natural gas, village utilities. Call Bernie Hammer 419307-4060 or Batdorff Real Estate 419-898-6804 for showing.

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DON'T MISS THESE OPEN HOUSES SUN. APRIL 19 - 1 - 2:30 2258 Augusta Drive - Fremont, Gorgeous home on quiet cul de sac near Country Club $274,000 SUN. APRIL 26 - 1 - 2:30 205 Cedar St. - Gibsonburg, Beautiful home with great view of quarry $264,000 SUN. APRIL 26 - 3 - 4:30 606 S. Patterson - Gibsonburg, 3 bedroom with many updates, great home $134,900

1403 West State Street Fremont, OH 43420 419-333-TEAM (8326) NEW LISTINGS! TOLEDO... 5-6 Bedroom home & 2 full baths. Kitchen & Bath have been nicely updated. Updated electrical box. Former duplex, gas bill is still separated. 1st & 2nd story front porches. $28,900 SP4374 GIBSONBURG‌ Charming Country home situated on 2.46 acres w/3BR & 1.5 baths. Updated Kitchen w/granite countertops, opens to LR. Mstr bdrm on main floor. 2 car garage & 40x60 outbldg. $154,500 SP4375 CHECK THESE OUT! ELMORE... BUILDING LOT IN ESTABLISHED EAGLE VIEW SUBDIVISION! Close to Woodmore High School, Sugar Creek Golf Course, Downtown & Northcoast Inland Bike Trail. SP4339 FREMONT‌ 3+ ACRE LOT & 3BR, 1 bath country home! Chef's dream Kitchen! Remodeled bath! Lndry on main floor. Partial bsmnt. 1 car att garage PLUS 30x30 shop, 40x60 barn, 2 small silos, corn crib & more. SP4313

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Classifieds The Press Newspaper reserves the right to reject any advertising material we deem unacceptable. Please check your ad upon first insertion for accuracy. The newspaper will assume responsibility for the first publication only. Compensation will be in the form of ad space or credit, not to exceed original cost of the ad. NO REFUNDS.

Deadline: Thursdays at 1:00 p.m. 419-836-2221 or 1-800-300-6158 classified@presspublications.com - (Closed Fridays) Delivered to - 36,047 Homes, businesses and newstands in Lucas, Ottawa, Sandusky & Wood Counties

Mike's Hauling We buy junk cars, trucks and vans Scrap metal hauled free. 419-666-1443 TOP CASH PAID for Junk or Repairable Vehicles. Towing Available. 419-260-7879.

Cleaners Needed at Turnpike Plaza in Genoa, Part-time shifts including weekends. $8.10 per/hr. must have clean background and reliable transportation. Call 419-261-6094 M-F between 8-5. CLERICIAL/Logistics Company This is a long term position, with the possibility to be hired permanently. The position will be either 1st or 2nd shift, with some flexibility required. Duties would include auditing shipping manifests by checking them against an AS 400 database, creating new shipping manifests, heavy data entry and spending a lot of time in front of the computer. Also may be required to perform some dispatch duties. The ideal candidate must be detail oriented, with strong computer skills, able to multi-task and work within a team environment in a professional manner. Preferred experience would include dispatch, shipping clerk or a clerical position in a warehouse setting. Pay rate is dependent upon experience, starting between $10.00 and $11.00 per hour. High School Diploma or GED, background check and drug test will be required. Please email resume to gloria.minard@manpower.com or call 419-893-4413 for immediate consideration. Comfort Keepers now hiring STNA, HHA & CNA for PT position (flexible scheduling) in Lucas and Ottawa counties. Call 866-230-2624 for more details. Concession help for festivals on occasional weekends from May through October. Some food experience helpful but will train. 419-4601698.

Corporation providing community based residences for adults with developmental disabilities has immediate need for direct care staff. We feature a competitive wage and an excellent benefit program. Apply online at: communityresidentialservices.org or in person at CRS, Inc. 151 N. Michigan Street, Suite #217, Toledo, Ohio 43604 EOE Drivers - Company & O\Op's: Increase Your Earning Power! Run Dedicated! Great Hometime and Benefits YOU Deserve! Drive Newer Equipment! 855-971-8527 Drivers: CDL-A 1yr exp. Earn $1200+ per week. Guaranteed Home time. Excellent Benefits & Bonuses. 100% No-Touch, 70% D&H 855-842-8498 Drivers: CDL-A 1yr exp. Earn $1200+ per week. Guaranteed Home time. Excellent Benefits & Bonuses. 100% No-Touch, 70% D&H 855-842-8498 Drivers: New Dedicated Lane! Excellent Pay & Benefits! Great Home time. No-Touch New Equipment. Sign-0n Bonus. Recent Grads Welcome. CDL-A 1yr Exp. 855-488-6759 Drivers: Triple Crown has 10 openings in its Sandusky Terminal. Owner Operators Class A needed. Lease purchase available. Sign on bonus if in the fleet by April 30th 2015. Paid Tolls, Home Daily. Great income. Call Today: 888-992-5609 Dump Truck Drivers Needed. Class A and Class B. All local driving. Full time and Over-time. Please apply in person at: 1770 Drouillard Rd Oregon, OH, Phone: 419-6938845 Hair Stylist needed at Samson & Co., Booth rental $110 weekly, Navarre & Wheeling, 419-691-1300

Hecklinger Greenhouse Drivers needed. Non CDL for seasonal driving Call 419-691-6105

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Homeworker's Needed Legitimate companies offering assembly and other work. For details 1-801-263-4078 or visit www.assembly-income.com HOUSE CLEANING Busy house cleaning service looking for energetic team members who like to clean. No evenings, weekends, holidays. Call 419-873-7000. (8am-4pm) Inspecting/Sorting Company hiring Leads. Lead/Supervisory experience preferred. Great leadership & communication skills required. Must have valid license & car. $12-14/hr plus benefits. HR33@benchmark-usa.com Fax: 419-843-7218 BenchmarkNational.com

Lawn and Landscape - Oregon Work at Toledo Refinery 40 hours per week, Start at $10./hr., 6 openings, Must pass pre-employment drug screening & background check. Apply in person 3912 Funston Street Toledo, OH M-F 11am-4pm Light The Way Childcare now hiring school-age summer teacher and an infant teacher. Apply in person, 340 Toledo Street, Elmore, OH 43416. 419-862-3431 Local company looking for a landscape designer to sit with customers and design their landscape. Also generate new business for the company. The position is commission based. For more info and an interview, call 419-260-1213 or email to: turftigerlawncare@yahoo.com

Part-Time Teller Materion Federal Credit Union, located in Elmore, Ohio is seeking a Part-Time Teller. The successful candidate should possess excellent communication skills; be dependable and outgoing, and possess a positive team attitude! Must be able to work 6:45 am 5:00 pm on Fridays and lunch hours Monday-Thursday. Cash handling experience a plus. Email resume including salary history to: materionfcu@yahoo.com Reino Linen Service is a commercial laundry facility and is currently hiring for day/afternoon shift production positions. Wage is based on the position and shift. Reino Linen is a drug free workplace and proof of citizenship is required. Please get applications online at: www.reinolinen.com or 18400 Telegraph Road Brownstown, MI. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. We are an EEO/AA Employer. SALES OPPORTUNITY NABF College World Series media publications/sponsorship. Commission only. Call 419-936-3887, leave name and phone number. Service/Shop Manager Experience working on small engines (eg. chainsaws, mowers). Must be self-motivated, dependable & computer literate with good customer service skills. Mail Resume to: P.O.Box 547 Walbridge, OH 43465 or Fax: 419-666-6661

Turnpike Service Plazas are hiring for:

TRAVELER’S EXPRESS

Hiring for All Shifts and Shift Managers

NORTH TOLEDO FORKLIFT JOBS OPEN INTERVIEWING

Part time Positions Available

We are looking for 2nd shift forklift positions. Must be able to work up to 10-12 hour shifts.

to start • Meal Discounts • Flexible Hours

Starting Pay Rate is $10.00 per hour. Positions offer possibility of full time hire with pay increase. Will need recent experience.

Applicants will be considered for all concepts

Come in and apply anytime Mon-Fri from 9am-3pm. Bring 2 forms of ID

419-855-3478 419-855-7239

MANPOWER - 316 W. DUSSEL DR. MAUMEE, OH Call with any questions 419-893-4413

OTTAWA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR

NOW HIRING Full time positions •Major Medical after 13 weeks and eligibility •Advancement opportunity •401K/Profit Sharing •Employee savings plan •24/7 Business. All hours needed •No experience necessary. Training provided •5-6 day work schedule weekly Starting wage $9.45 hour. Average Position Pay with bonuses over last 60 days – • Bay Attendants $10.55/hr. • Bay Leaders $11.24/hr. • Bay Supervisors $13.40/hr. If you are a high energy, easily motivated individual with the ability to work well with others and aren't afraid of hard work, we are looking for you! Apply in person at: BLUE BEACON TRUCKWASH 26416 Baker Rd. Perrysburg, Ohio at Petro EOE/We Drug Test No Phone Calls Please! Part-time Sales Positive minded person needed. Wages equal to experience. Casual, fun office. Join our team and help us grow. Oregon, OH. Send resume to: opportunityappts@gmail.com

Vet Assistant & Receptionist. We seek a very special person to join our dedicated team. Part-time position available. Monday-Saturday. We're a non smoking facility. Send resume to: 835 East Broadway, Toledo, OH. 43605 Wait staff wanted. Apply in person 10am-11am, or 7pm-8pm. Crazy Lady Saloon, 22645 W. Front St., Curtice.

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Perrysburg 419-837-5730 Norwalk 419-499-2222 DIETARY AIDES & COOKS PART TIME positions We are looking for caring, dedicated Dietary Aides and cooks to work in our beautiful nursing home setting to serve our residents and provide quality dining service with the choices that they deserve. Experience preferred. Submit resume to: mcapelle@otterbein.org Otterbein Portage Valley 20311 Pemberville Road Pemberville, OH 43450 419-833-8901

SAFETY PARTNERS, LTD is now hiring in the Toledo Lima and Detroit area. We are looking for on-site safety professionals with at least 3 years industrial construction field safety. Please submit resumes to careers@safety partnersltd.com

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The Ottawa County Commissioners are seeking applications for the position of Human Resources Director. For a job description and application information, visit the County’s website at www.co.ottawa.oh.us/ employment. Application deadline is 04/24/15. MAINTENANCE /PAINTER CONTINGENT (AS NEEDED) We are looking for a caring, dedicated Maintenance worker and painter to work in our beautiful nursing home setting to serve our residents and provide quality service with the choices that they deserve. Experience preferred. Hours are on an as needed basis. Submit resume to: mcapelle@otterbein.org Otterbein Portage Valley 20311 Pemberville Road Pemberville, OH 43450 419-833-8901

Solomon Lutheran School seeks Child Care Aide for after school program. Hours: Monday-Friday 3-5:30pm. Must complete background check, experience working with children required. Apply in person, 305 West Main Street, Woodville or send resume to nschiets@solomon.pvt.k12.oh.us

The Village of Walbridge is now accepting applications for seasonal positions (certified life guards, ball diamond worker and pool manager). Applications can be found on www.walbridgeohio.org or at the Walbridge Municipal Bldg. All applications must be received by noon April 17, 2015. Applicants must be able to pass a background check to be considered for employment. The Village of Walbridge is an EOE.

Full time Drivers wanted! Holland’s Toledo Terminal is hiring in Bowling Green, OH. Drivers w/ 1 year or 50k miles experience, w/ tanker & hazmat Apply online or at the terminal from 7am to 7pm 20820 Midstar Drive Bowling Green, OH 43402 Find your direction at Holland! Apply today at www.hollandregional.com/careers EEO/AAE Minorities/Females/Persons with Disabilities/Protected Veterans

STNA 2nd & 3RD SHIFT PT & FT We are seeking caring, dedicated STNA’s to work in our beautiful nursing home setting to provide direct care to our residents with the quality and choices that they deserve. State certification required. Previous experience preferred. Submit resume to: mcapelle@otterbein.org Otterbein Portage Valley 20311 Pemberville Road Pemberville, OH 43450 419-833-8901

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

• Up to $9.00 per hour

Blue Heron Plaza

or apply online www.mypetrojob.com - hiring code 101

I do home and office cleaning, organizing and painting. 20 yrs. Experience. Reasonable and References. Call Kristi 419-344-8717

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

BUYING VINTAGE TOYS 50'-70's Slot Cars, Model Kits, Hot Wheels Redlines, GI Joe's, Barbie's, Battery Operated, Robots, Tin Windup, Cap Guns, etc. Call 419-349-1314

Due to non-payment of rent the following units will go to Public Auction on May 24, 2015 Kristina Shiffler . . . . . . Unit #49 Robert Thornton . . . . . . Unit #9 Theresa Ceniceros . . . . . Unit #5 Krystal Castillija . . . . . . Unit #73 Lessie Moon . . . . . . . . . Unit #15 The sale will be held at: Leonard’s Auction House 6350 Consear Rd. Ottawa Lake Michigan 734-856-6530 Auctioneer Richard Leonard The Storage Bin 355 N. Wheeling St. Toledo, Ohio 43605 419-691-5140

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

Child care done in my home in Elmore, Ohio, 20 years experience, Monday-Friday. Call 419-261-1882

Former nanny has openings (newborn & Up) in my Oregon home. Offering fun, education, lots of love, first aid & CPR. 419-972-7109

I provide child care in my Millbury home, I have references, non-smoking, free meals, CPR Certified, lots of TLC. 419-836-7672.

The Civil Service Commission of the City of Oregon will conduct examinations in the cafeteria at Clay High School, 5665 Seaman Road, Oregon, Ohio, on Saturday, May 9, 2015 for Wastewater Treatment Operator at 9:30 am and for Water Meter Service Worker V at 11:00 am. Applications must be filed at the Civil Service Commission office, 5330 Seaman Road, Oregon, Ohio from April 13-24, 2015, during regular business hours. Application forms can be obtained at www.ci.oregon.oh.us or at the office. Applicants must be 18 years of age at appointment. For additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications as set forth in City ordinances, see official announcements posted in City offices or on the city’s website at www.ci.oregon.oh.us There are presently NO VACANCIES. EOE M/F

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

Are you a down to earth, mature single female between 26–36 who would like to take a chance and meet this 30 year old, hard working, single father? The woman I have in mind is someone who feels comfortable in jeans and boots, but also enjoys getting prettied up. A sense of humor would be great and also a non smoker is preferred. I come with references and they say I'm a handsome, lovable catch! If I have captured your interest, please email a little bit about yourself with a photo to: classified@presspublications.com and put P.O. Box 169-P in the subject line or mail a reply to: The Press, P.O. Box 169-P Millbury, Ohio, 43447

Looking for Bob Cox to work on car, house. 419-389-4875 Thanks St. Jude, Blessed Virgin Mary, St. Anne and all for prayers answered. JAH

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

Freedom Tax & Accounting Services, Inc. Individual Tax Returns Business Tax Returns Nathan J. Ehmann, EA 3307 N. Holland-Sylvania #11 Toledo, OH 43615 419-517-0284 www.freedomtaxandaccounting.com

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

NEED CASH? Sell Your Unwanted Items in the Classifieds!

DIRECT CARE POSITIONS AT LUTHER HOME OF MERCY If you are looking for a new career in helping others; join Luther Home of Mercy, a facility (main campus) located in Williston, Ohio, and individual homes throughout Lucas, Wood (Northwood) and Ottawa Countys (Port Clinton, Oak Harbor, and Fremont). At this time LHM is accepting applications for both campus (part & full time, week-end only positions), the position is to assist adults with Developmental Disability; with a starting pay of $9.75 per hour and other benefits. All Applicants must meet the following qualifications: High School Diploma or GED, and ability to lift 40+ lbs., able to pass a drug test and BCI/FBI background check. Direct Care Staff - (Main Campus) No experience necessary but helpful. Supported Living Provider - (Community campus) Valid drivers licenses (max of 4 pts.) with reliable transportation for transporting, with at least one (1) year experience. Must be able to pass CPR/FA and Med Admin training. If interested, send resume to Luther Home of Mercy/Director of Human Resources, 5810 N. Main St., PO Box 187, Williston, Ohio, 43468 or apply online at www.lutherhome.org. EOE

Wyandot and Blue Heron Turnpike Plazas Genoa, Ohio

Job Fair Genoa Public Library • 602 West St. Thurs. April 23 • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Crew Members Would you like to work for a company that offers a competitive salary, great benefits, great training and is committed to your success? If so, Hardee’s is the company for you! EOE Before attending the job fair please apply online @ www.hardees.com/jobs (http://www.hardees.com/jobs)

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DRIVEWAY STONE (SCREENINGS) $11/TON MINIMUM OF TEN TON DELIVERED OTHER STONE PRICES ON REQUEST 419-392-1488 419-836-8663 HANDYMAN Electrical Service Upgrades, Plumbing, Woodwork, Painting, Member of BBB Call 567-277-5333 (local) Hardwood Flooring, Refinishing, Installation, and Repair Work. 20-yrs experience. Call Kyle 419-343-3719 Lawn Mowing & Concrete Work, Excellent Work, Low Prices Free Estimates Call Phil 419-343-5816 RAY'S HANDYMAN SERVICES Carpentry, Drywall Repairs, Painting, Siding, Electrical Problems, Help for the Do-It-Yourselfer. Small Jobs Welcome, 35+ Years Experience 419-836-4574/419-304-0583

2 Cemetery lots with vaults in Ottawa Hills Memorial Cemetery. $2,000 +transfer fees. 419-693-7305 4 Cemetery Lots at Rest Lawn, Could be together or separate, $550 a piece, 419-855-4908

CLEAN-OUTS *Houses *Garages *Basements *Attics *Evictions *Foreclosures “Free Estimates� FROGTOWN 419-972-4016/419-350-9769

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

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

Call Jim 419-490-3401 419-726-1450 Ed's Mowing, Complete Lawn Service and Bush Trimming, No contracts. 419-693-9614 or 419-3491266 FROGTOWN MOWING & TRIMMING 419-972-4016/419-350-9769 Commercial & Residential *Insured & Bonded *Free Estimates/100% Guaranteed “We'll meet or beat any price�

BAY AREA CONCRETE New or Replace Concrete Driveways, Sidewalks, Pole Barns, Porches, Stamped & Color Concrete Brick & Block work etc. Veterans & Senior Citizens' Discounts Free Estimates, Licensed & Insured "No job to big, no job to small"

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

KNIERIEM PAINTING & WALLPAPERING EXTERIOR-INTERIOR Painting & wall papering; Interior wood refinishing; airless spray; power wash & blasting; silicone seal; refinishing aluminum siding; residential; church, farm. 50+ YEARS EXPERIENCE FREE ESTIMATES *SENIOR & WINTER RATES* 419-697-1230 NORTHWOOD Looking for a professional? 35 yrs. experience. Call LARRY ERARD PAINTING 419-343-4962

Jake's Drywall We service Northwest Ohio. No job is too big or too small. 27 years experience. Fully insured. Free estimates. 419-360-3522

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

PUBLIC AUCTION TO SETTLE

Abandoned Property of Chad Crosby. April 21, 2015 Inspection @8:30am, Auction at 9am. 206 E. 4th Street Genoa, OH. 43430 Inside Gated Storage Area. 23' 1984 Chris Craft Speed Boat, 260HP Mercury I/O, Red with matching Trailer. Item is As Is/Where Is.

ELMORE 422 Clinton Street April 16 & 17 (9-4) April 18 (9-1) Oak furniture, bistro set, lamps, small appliances, DVD players, tools, sporting goods, corn hole boards, toys, dish & silverware sets, housewares/decor, clothing (W1X-2X). Nice, clean items. NO JUNK! Garage off alley.

OREGON Echo Meadows Church of Christ 2905 Starr Ave. Saturday, April 18th 9am-11:00am Clothing Give-A-Way and household items.

ROCKY RIDGE 14535 W. Second Street April 16 & 17, (10am-5pm) Fostoria Glass, Luggage, plant stand, Boy's Life Magazines, beads, craft books and supplies, housewares, buttons, Avon Steins, jewelry and more!

MOLINE 5858 Moline Martin Road Off Route 795 April 17, 18 & 19 (9-5) Rain Date: April 24, 25 & 26 (9-5) Riding Lawn Mower, Picnic Table, Bikes, Holiday dĂŠcor, kitchen items, lamps, variety of different things. Lots of miscellaneous!

Rummage Sale MEMORIAL U.C.C. Corner Starr & Plymouth

Fri. April 17th (9-3) Sat. April 18th (9-12) Saturday is BAG day!

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G.O.A.L. Green Options for Autism of Lucas County cordially invites you to attend our Open House @ Central Christian Church, 1660 Amesbury Road, Toledo, Ohio April 16 (4-7 PM). We are an Autism Scholarship Provider/DODD Waiver Provider. We work with young adults ages 16-30 in a job training program daily. For more information contact Barb Sabin 419-250-0401

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

I am selling some western posters late 1940 and early 1950 Roy Rogers, Hopalong Cassidy, Gene Autry. Will sell all 3 for $300. Good condition, size 22� wide x 36� long, 2 color, 1 black & white. Most posters like this usually cost around $200/piece, few years back. Call Ernie at 419-377-8840.

Oak 4 Piece Bedroom Outfit with lighted header above headboard, full or queen, asking $500.00, 419-6919984 Two Retro Lamps from early 1960's, White with a gold base and gold designs, $20 each, Call 419836-9754.

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

Charter Bus Tours

New Fliers Ready July 6-18---2015 Nova Scotia--New Itinerary Lower price--$2,689

Evelyn's Excursions 419-737-2055 877-771-4401 www.evelynsexcursions.com

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

RN and LPN Job Fair

9 Assorted Grout Trowels, Plaster & Cement Stirrer, $30, 419-260-8174

Friday, April 17, 2015 11:00am - 4:00pm 131 N. Wheeling, Toledo OH

Granite Security Gun Safe- Holds 14-16 Rifles, Lots of Storage for Ammunition or Smaller Guns, Excellent Condition, Pick-Up Required, $675, 419-697-1565 PROM DRESSES FOR SALESizes vary between 2-6, Long Dresses: Lime Green with beaded design on top half (with matching purse); Shades of Blue (color fades from one shade of blue to another); Blueish Black with beaded embellishment; Dark Maroon completely beaded, Light pink two piece (long skirt and sleeveless beaded top). Short Dresses: Royal Blue (pickups on skirt), Gold (halter top). Mid Length Dress: shiny maroonish purple color with angled bottom. Prices vary. 419-266-2292

Open Interviews Come tour our Beautiful Labuhn Center and see why we are the post acute short-term Rehabilitation Leader in East Toledo!

Sears Generator 3500 watts, 120/240 volts w/wheels, good condition, $250. Heavy-duty Blue Ox tow bar, $200. Bicycle rack, holds 2-4 bikes, for vehicles or motor home, 2� receiver. $35 419-287-3720

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

SNOWBLOWER FOR SALE Husqvarna 10530SBE, Displaces 358cc, 30� path. $350, Jim 419-3244152

Tools and Shop EquipmentClosing Auto Repair Shop after 35 years. Misc. testers and meters, 7,000 and 9,000 lb. lifts, brake lathe, shop manuals, sand blast cabinet, etc. 419-693-0741 Used Sundash Tanning bed, Used Glass display cases w/locks (2). Call after 3pm 419-290-1861

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GARMIN nuvi 40 GPS with suction cup mount and 4.3� color LCD touchscreen display. Even tells speed limits! 010-00990-08. Was won in a contest! NEVER USED! STILL IN ORIGINAL, UNOPENED PACKAGE, Bestbuy.com lists this model for $114.95, I am asking $75, 419266-2292. Mag, 17� Flat Square Tube Monitor (15.9�VS) Still in Box, Never used. $30.00. 419-836-9754

Jack Russell male, approximately 4 years old, housebroken, loves other dogs and kids, neutered, fully vetted, mostly all white with a few small brown spots, $100 to good home. 419-297-5669

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Looking for a spring walking partner? Well look no further than Olson, who is about 2 years old. Olson is a laid-back easy going walking buddy. He has been patiently waiting at the shelter for several weeks to find a home. He came into the Lucas County Canine Care & Control (FKA the Lucas County Dog Warden) as a stray and he along with 20+ other lovable canines are all looking to share their love with a new family. Come meet them today at 410 S Erie St Toledo, 419213-2800, open Mon-Fri 11-7, Sat & Sun 11-5. If you are missing a dog please come and walk through the kennels. Stay up to date with all the exciting happenings and events at LCCC&C on Facebook, and lucascountydogs.com. Share the love and adopt a shelter dog today.

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Lost: A brown and white neutered male Aussie, with a docked tail. On the run since July 7 from a flea market at US 20 and CR 74 in Gibsonburg. Dog is micro-chipped. Last seen at an old migrant camp on CR 111, also at County Road 85 and 300 in Gibsonburg. Very skittish and will run away if approached. If spotted, please text or call 419-307-7001 so owner can set trap. Reward!

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2008 Chevy Colorado- Red w/white cap, 18,000 miles, One Owner, Good Condition, $12,000.00 OBO, 419-261-0122

LOCATION: Sandusky County Fairgrounds, 901 Rawson Ave., Fremont. Take the by-pass around Fremont to the SR 53 North exit, at stoplight turn south towards town to fairgrounds.Watch for Signs! SELLING ORDER: At 9:07 am Selling from 3 Auction Rings in Jon’s Dream Barn. Ring #1 will start with Furniture & Appliances followed by Sm Household & Collectibles. Ring #2 Tractor, Equipment, Boat, Shop Tools, Misc items off skids. Ring #3 will sell Heisey Glass. Plan to attend and tell or bring a friend. This is only a partial listing as much more will be unpacked & uncovered prior to auction day. JERRY DRUYOR ESTATE, SANDUSKY CO PROBATE #2015-1027 MAXINE COLVIN ESTATE, SANDUSKY CO PROBATE #2015-1091

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Lost: Brown Boxer mix, female, 4 years old, last seen Wales/Oregon roads in Northwood, and E. Florence/E. Broadway and Oakdale area. Possibly spotted recently on Kahler and N. Fostoria roads near Pemberville. White on paws, lower neck and upper chest. Docked tail. Very skittish and will run away if approached. If spotted, please call 419-908-2849 so owner can set trap. Reward!

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Remaining inventory including display cabinets and cases, Antique Cash Register, Fine jewelry and watches, Precious stones, Semi-precious and costume jewelry, Tanning bed, Exercise cycle and more! Jack Amlin, CAI, AARE and Greg Zielinski Realtors/Auctioneers

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Terms: Cash or check with proper ID. All items sold as is where is. Not responsible for accidents, or items after they are sold. Statements made the day of sale supersede all printed matter. Chad W. Brough Auctioneer is licensed by the Ohio Department of Agriculture and a licensed Broker for Batdorff Real Estate, Inc. and bonded in favor of the State of Ohio.

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— PUBLIC NOTICE — POSTPONEMENT OF PROPERTY SALE The Village of Rocky Ridge is postponing the acceptance of sealed bids for the sale of village owned property located on First St. in the village until further notice. A bid opening will not take place at the Village Council meeting at 7:00 p.m. on April 27, 2015.

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Jerusalem Township Zoning Commission will meet on Wednesday, May 6th, 2015 at 6:00 PM at the Jerusalem Township Hall (9501 Jerusalem Road). The purpose is to hold a public hearing for a Rezoning Request from Mr. & Mrs. Charles Sheehan. The Sheehans would like to rezone their property (approx. 1.6 +/- acres) from C-2 to A/R to construct a residential structure. The property is located at 12253 Bono Rd. (Parcel 33-54465). The application may be reviewed in the Township Hall lobby or by contacting the Zoning Inspector at (419) 836-4510. Nancy Downes, Chairperson Jerusalem Township Zoning Commission Jerusalem Township

PROPOSED SCHOOL INCOME TAX (ADDITIONAL) WOODMORE LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) WOODMORE LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

Notice is hereby given in pursuance of a resolution adopted by the Board of Education of Woodmore Local School District on January 20, 2015, there be submitted to a vote of the electors in said School District, at the regular places of voting therein, on Tuesday, May 5, 2015 the question of an additional three quarters of one percent (0.75%) on the earned income of individuals, for ten years, beginning January 1, 2016 for current expenses. The polls for said election will be open at 6:30 AM and remain open until 7:30 PM.

Notice is hereby given in pursuance of a resolution passed by the Board of Woodmore local School district on January 20, 2015, there be submitted to a vote of the electors in said School District, at the regular places of voting therein, on Tuesday, May 5, 2015 the question of a renewal of an existing 4.15 mills tax for the purpose of providing for the emergency requirements of the school district, for five years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017. The polls for said election will be open at 6:30 AM and remain open until 7:30 PM.

Dated: April 3, 2015

Dated: April 3, 2015

Barbara M. Tuckerman, Director Justin Smith, Chairman

Barbara M. Tuckerman, Director Justin Smith, Chairman

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SCHNEIDER SONS’ ELECTRIC CORP.

Painting

•Dirt •Stone •Debris •Cars •Equipment •Trucks

Electrical Contractor

Roofing

If You’re an Expert and want to get involved... CALL 836-2221. Deadline: 11 a.m. Thursday

•SALES•RENTALS •PARTS•SERVICE

Mon-Fri 8-5, Sat 8-12

INSURED/ Lifetime Warranty PREFERRED CONTRACTOR A+ BBB rated contractor. We have a clean record. Call BBB at 419-531-3116. Check on all contractors. 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

MAUMEE BAY SELF STORAGE 7640 Jerusalem Road (Rt 2) (419)836-4000 Multi-sized Units - Outside storage Security fence - 7 day access “We make every effort to accommodate YOU.”

Tree Service

Ivan’s Tree Service

Serving Toledo & Surrounding Counties for 34 yrs! Rated A+ from BBB Free Estimates & Reasonable Rates •Expert Removal •Trimming •Shaping •Complete Clean-Up Climbing & Bucket Work Available — Fully Insured —

419-693-9964 Water Pumps

GL HENNINGSEN WATER SYSTEMS Well Pumps Sewage Pumps Sump Pumps

419-836-9650/419-466-6432

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APRIL 13, 2015

April 10-25 Come see a beautiful selection of recliners, sofas, solid-wood, American-made dining and bedroom suites, premium mattress sets, home office furniture and much more - All on Sale!

5-piece dining sets from $649

Some items are at or below our cost!

Sealy Posturpedic queen size mattress sets starting at $599!

La-Z-Boy Recliners from just $299!

Quality sofas from just $699!

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APRIL 13, 2015

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