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Top left, members of Harmonium played folk and gypsy music from Eastern Europe. At right, MaryAnn and Tibor Deri enjoy a dance. Bottom left, Maria Mezei, right, shows some Hungarian apparel to Jo Hentges, of Oregon. The festival included a waiter’s race down Consaul Street, and plenty of ethnic food. (Press photos by Ken Grosjean)

Woodville rifleman gets national mark Talented marksman, Ted James, 36, of Woodville, was the overall winner of the Tactical Class during the Civilian Marksmanship Program’s (CMP) Rimfire Sporter Match – recently held during the 2015 National Matches at Camp Perry. James bested a field of 65 competitors in the class that helped make up a group of over 300 participants overall. During the match, held on Aug. 1, competitors fired .22 Rimfire Sporter rifles in three different classes: O-Class (open sights), T-Class (scoped) and Tactical. Fired at 50 and 25 yards in six stages, the event is perfect for introducing new marksmen to the realm of competitive shooting as well as uniquely challenging experienced shooters. In the Tactical Class, James fired an outstanding score of 596-37x (37 center shots) out of a possible 600 points. The score was a new National Record for the Rimfire Sporter Match – not bad considering this was James’s first year competing in the Tactical Class. “Immediately after, I knew I was above the record but didn’t think my score would

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hold up all day – it seems every year the scores just keep going up,” he said. He also posted 597-44x in the T-Class, but again didn’t feel his score would be good enough to beat the rest of the competitors on the firing line. Though his confidence was shaken, the excellent score actually landed James in second place in the class. “I left the match after that, and now I regret not sticking around for the awards,” he said. Though he usually shoots in the O-Class as his second choice (always firing in more than one class), he was recording such great scores during his Tactical prac-

tice, comparable to his T-Class scores, that he decided to compete in the class at Camp Perry this year. And, evidently, it turned out to be a good decision. A rifleman most of his life, James began shooting when he was around 10 years old – mostly playing with .22’s with his dad on the rifle range he had built at their house. His dad was a member of a local sportsman’s club where he would take James shooting for fun and was also an avid hunter. “I remember always looking forward to fall when he would take off to go deer hunting,” James said. “Even though I didn’t get to go along then, it was exciting for me because I knew it meant I’d get to help sight in his deer rifles.” When James became older, he began to compete in the matches held at his dad’s club – something that he feels helped him develop skills both in riflery and life. “Whether it’s shooting or something else, I believe healthy competition is a great way to further one’s skills,” he said. “Competition provides incentive to improve, breeds ingenuity and makes those serious enough about it to constantly search for new and better ways of doing things.”

A new employment agreement for the superintendent of the Woodmore Local School District has drawn the ire of a member of the school board who contends the document was enacted improperly. Reading a prepared statement, Joe Liszak said Tuesday he had no knowledge until recently of a contract apparently drawn up this past June that sets the annual salary of Superintendent Linda Bringman at $102,003. Her prior contract that was approved by the board Aug. 19, 2014 didn’t stipulate a salary. “To be determined” is written where the contract would list an amount. Start and expiration dates for both agreements are the same: Aug. 1, 2015 to July 30, 2018. Prior to that, Bringman had a contract that began July 1, 2012 and expired June 30 of this year. Her salary was $99,500. Liszak’s statement says he, Corinna Bench, a board member, and Grant Cummings, who resigned from the board this spring, had repeatedly told Board President Steve Huss several months ago the contract should be voted on again due to information being omitted and “to remain transparent with the public.” Instead, Huss in June had an employee in the treasurer’s office retype the contract with the new salary figure and he then signed it with Bringman, according to Liszak’s statement. The latest document includes the signatures of Huss and Bringman but not that of Jaime Pearson, the current treasurer. The contract approved August 2014 includes Huss and Bringman’s signatures as well as that of Karen Botzko, then the interim treasurer. The date “August 19, 2014” is below the signatures on both contracts. There is also an apparent error in the latest agreement in the employment terms section where it states Bringman is “…employed to serve as Superintendent from August 1, 2015 to July 3, 2011…” Continued on page 2

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Fair prep under way Crews are busy putting the finishing touches on the Sandusky County fairgrounds, 901 Rawson Ave., Fremont, in preparation for the upcoming Sandusky County Fair, which runs Aug. 25-30. Mowing, trimming, painting, and lastminute repairs are being completed to prepare for tents to go up, vendors to fill their spots, and mechanical rides to arrive. Opening ceremonies, hosted by the Exchange Club of Fremont will take place Tuesday at 8 a.m. Several familiar attractions, along with many new events can be found throughout the fairgrounds during the fair, which is celebrating its 163rd year. Tuesday evening’s grandstand entertainment will include a Vintage Car Race, sprint car simulators, and vintage cars on display. On Wednesday, a free ChristianRock concert featuring “Ohio Grace” will be held. On Thursday, fair-goers will be able to experience the thrills of the everpopular Demolition Derby, followed by the regionally famous “Broken Horn Rodeo” on Friday. Saturday will also feature actionpacked fun with the third annual “Tug-aTruck” competition on the track. On Sunday, fair-favorite country music artist Easton Corbin with special guest Clark Manson will take the stage. Track, bleachers, and grandstand tickets for the concert are still available for the 5:30 p.m. show. A limited number of box seats, which enable fair-goers to see all the live grandstand shows are available as well. General admission to the fair remains at $8, and includes all mechanical rides, daily live music on the Log Cabin Stage, daily grounds shows, as well as all displays, Junior Fair and open class exhibits. Weekly passes are also available. Call the fair office at 419-332-5604 for details.

Superintendent Continued from front page Huss didn’t respond to Liszak’s comments during Tuesday’s board meeting but a legal opinion provided to the board Aug. 10 by Toledo attorney Timothy McCarthy says the agreement is a “valid and enforceable contract between the District and the Superintendent.” “In this case, at the time of the reemployment of Superintendent Bringman, the District did not fix her compensation or execute a written agreement with her,” the opinion says. “That failure does not invalidate the contract, The Board may, and should, take action to set the compensation of the Superintendent, and complete and execute the written contract with her.” During the August 2014 board meeting, Liszak voted against the agreement. “They were asking me to vote on a contract that I didn’t even have in front of me,” he said last week. “They put it on the agenda and four of the board members voted yes and I voted no. How am I going to vote on a contract I’ve never seen?”

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Woodville rifleman gets mark Continued from front page First taste of competition His first taste of the CMP and Camp Perry came when he attended the DCM Clinic when he was in his early teens. There, the class fired M1 Garands (sold by the CMP) at 200 yards. After that, James grew a desire to come back year after year to compete. Over the years, James has fired in many CMP matches, such as the organization’s popular John C. Garand Match, where competitors fire genuine WWII Garand rifles, and the growing Vintage Sniper Match, which combines the art of using scoped vintage sniper rifles with the challenge of communicating in a two-man team. He’s also fired in some of CMP’s various service rifle matches. In addition to his experience with CMP Games Matches, James was involved with a traveling three-position indoor smallbore league years ago. “That’s something I’d like to get involved in again, but pesky things like work keep getting in the way,” he joked. As for the Rimfire Sporter Match, he’s fired in the event for the last three or four years and has done a little better each time. His first year, James took second place in the T-Class and third the next. He has also done reasonably well in the O-Class. “Rimfire Sporter is one of the easier disciplines to get involved in, equipment

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wise, yet remains challenging enough to maintain interest,” he said. “The rifles used are also closer to the type that are more commonly used afield.” Living in a rural area with lots of open space has also been beneficial to James’s marksmanship ability over the years – allowing him to practice in his own backyard in Woodville, as well as gathering with friends at a private range. Along with practicing outside on a real range, James suggests, “No one should underestimate the value of dry fire practice and working on positioning itself – things that you can do right in your living room.” For those who may not be fortunate enough to perform live fire practice in their backyards, The Sandusky County Sportsman’s Club, located just east of Gibsonburg on S.R. 600, provides several rifle and pistol ranges from 50-500 yards – with reasonable membership fees. The Oak Harbor Conservation Club, which offers an indoor facility, is also another option. “I would always like to see more people compete,” he said. “Anyone from this area who is interested in the shooting sports should consider competing at Camp Perry. People from all over the world converge here every summer, and for us locals to not come and experience it just doesn’t seem right.” For more information on the CMP and the Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center, visit www.THECMP.org.

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Bug Fest The Toledo Zoo will celebrate Bug Fest – a day devoted to all creatures that creep, crawl, flutter and fly – Saturday, Aug. 29. From 10 a.m.-4 p.m. in Nature’s Neighborhood, kids can help build giant bugs, touch live insects, participate in bug races and watch creepy crawlies eat. Other highlights include a honey tasting and other wild treats, along with activities coordinated by Imagination Station. Visit toledozoo/ bugfest for details. Visitors will also want to check out the Movin’ Groovin’ Backyard Safari Super Show presented by Mercy on the Fisher-Price stage in Nature’s Neighborhood at 12:30 p.m. Then, catch the Soar N’ Explore live animal show at 1:30 and 2:30 p.m. in the Museum of Science’s Indoor Theatre. There will also be animal feeds and demonstrations happening throughout the zoo. Learn more at toledozoo.org/ feedings.

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Attendance doubles at 2nd police meeting By Larry Limpf News Editor news@presspublications.com If the number of residents attending the second town hall meeting sponsored by Toledo Police Chief George Kral is any indication, there is a growing interest in improving relations between the police department and the community. More than 100 people attended the meeting held Monday at the College of Health Sciences and Human Services building at the University of Toledo – at least double the number who attended the first meeting in April at Scott High School. For two hours Chief Kral and the department’s advisory board of clergy, representatives from social service agencies and other organizations listened to residents who were asked to address two questions: • What police-related issue or concern would make Toledo a safer place to live? • How do we build trust between the community and police department? “We need your help and the only way we’re going to get your help is if you trust

us,” Chief Kral said in his opening remarks, adding to get that trust the department needs a dialogue with the community. “We’re here to listen.” Suggestions covered a wide range, including having the department collaborate more with mental health agencies so officers are better prepared when they are confronting residents with mental problems. Others said more foot patrols are needed in neighborhoods and officer training should include more cultural awareness. Those attending the meeting were asked to fill out anonymous surveys prepared by the college that ask if they felt safe in their homes and neighborhoods, if they’ve been affected by gang violence, what is their perception of police officers, whether or not they think a formal complaint against an officer will be taken seriously, what has shaped their views of the police and other related questions. Brochures with information on how to file a complaint against an officer were available on a table outside the meeting room. In response to a comment by a resident

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The Rossford Business Association (RBA) and the Rossford Recreation Department will host the fourth annual Rossford Riverfest Saturday, Aug. 22 from 4-11:30 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Park/Rossford Marina. The family-friendly celebration will feature fireworks, live music, a kids’ zone with carnival games and inflatables, and outdoor tournaments hosted by the Rossford Community Recreation Center. The Bad Beats will provide live music starting at 7 p.m. There will also be a 21-and-over beer garden from 6-11:30 p.m. and food by a number of local purveyors. Proceeds from the $1 admission fee for the Beer Garden will go toward the annual RBA scholarships awarded to local high school students. Parking is available at Eagle Point Elementary School. Call 419-662-2905 or visit www.rossfordba.com or www. rossfordrecreation.com for info.

Library to host author On Wednesday, Aug. 26, author Dr. John Becker will visit the HarrisElmore Public Library, 328 Toledo St., Elmore. Dr. Becker will discuss his experiences with wildlife around the world and the 26 children’s books he has written, with a focus on his illustrated picture book, “Mugambi’s Journey,” which relates the tale of a cheetah family struggling to survive on the Serengeti plains of East Africa. He will also tell the story behind his book, “Frenemies for Life,” and will be available to sign copies of his books. Call the library at 419-862-2482 for details about the author’s visit.

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‘Don’t pass, don’t play’ policy is being revised By Larry Limpf News Editor news@presspublications.com A resolution to amend eligibility rules for Woodmore students participating in extra-curricular activities received its first reading Tuesday by the school board. By a 4-1 vote, the board approved the amended policy, which applies to interscholastic activities that involve more than one school or district. The amended policy would permit students in grades nine through 12 to participate in the activities if they receive a failing grade but have at least a 1.6 grade point average on a 4.0 grading scale. However, during a probationary period they would be required to participate in an intervention plan. The plan stipulates probationary students who are unable to meet state requirements of passing five classes during a quarter are ineligible for participating in athletics the next quarter. Passing five classes but not maintaining a 1.6 average would also result in a probationary status for the next quarter. According to proposals prepared by the administration: • Academic probation status requires student athletes miss the first 20 percent of the athletic season for the following quarter. • Students on probation would be evaluated weekly to determine their athletic eligibility. Those maintaining at least a 1.6 quarterly cumulative grade point average would be eligible for the following week’s athletic events. If the GPA is below 1.6 for any week, the student would be ineligible for the following week’s events. Evaluations would continue weekly. • Students on probation would be required to complete three hours of study table each week to maintain eligibility, including in or after school or after practice. Study table intervention would remain in

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Trip expense disagreement Liszak also disagreed with the other board members Tuesday on whether members should attend the annual business meeting of the Ohio School Boards Association Capital Conference. He said there are less expensive alternatives and the board should demonstrate it’s willing to cut expenses as the district works its way out of a financially difficult time. He held up a textbook used by his daughter’s fourth grade social studies class that was 20 years old. “We’ve asked our staff and students this year through cuts to make sacrifices,” Liszak said after the meeting. “But yet the board continues to operate the way they want to operate. They should be doing something cheaper than going to these conferences.” The first student to use the textbook is now a pharmacist and married, he said.

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Family plans a super ‘Mario’ 30th birthday celebration By Tammy Walro Press Features Editor twalro@presspublications.com Like most Facebook users, Meredith Fletter enjoys logging on to keep up with the latest from family and friends, watch cute animal videos and read news and feature stories. Last year, as she was wading through her feed, a story caught her attention. “It was a touching story about a mom who threw a special wedding-type 25th birthday party so that her daughter, who had Down syndrome, would have the opportunity to feel special,” Fletter said. “She immediately thought of how her sister Megan Textor, who also has Down syndrome, would be turning 30 on her next birthday, which was Aug. 2 of this year. “Megan had watched me and my two sisters have these elaborate weddings with the beautiful dresses, big cakes and everything,” Fletter said. “After reading the article, I thought that would be such a sweet idea to have a big special event where she could feel like a princess.” She sent the article to her sisters, Melissa Clive, who lives in the Ann Arbor area, and Molly Mefferd, who lives in Toledo. They loved the idea and together they decided to present their proposal to their parents, Robert and Annette Textor, who, with Megan, live in Curtice. “We knew that a wedding-type party wouldn’t be cheap, and didn’t want to burden our parents with such a big expense,” Fletter said. ‘I proposed that we could chip in, and that when we started looking for vendors, to tell them what we were doing and see if anyone would be willing to offer discount or donation.” With their parents on board, the family members discussed how they could make Megan’s party everything she could ever dream of and more. “At first, we considered surprising her but we decided to let her in on the planning so everything would be just the way she’d want it,” Fletter said. “My initial thought was to do more of a bridal-type thing, thinking she’d want to do an actual wedding dress, but when she mentioned she’d like to be more of a ‘Mario princess’ (from the Mario Brothers game franchise), that’s what we ended up doing.” The first item on the party-planning list was to pin down a venue and a date for the event. “My parents and my sister volunteer at St. Jerome in Walbridge, so last fall, my parents asked about renting the church hall,”

“Princess Daisy” – aka Megan Textor (center) surrounded by her family on the day of her super “Mario” –themed 30th birthday party. (Photo by Wellspring Photography) Fletter said. “The church offered to donate the use of the hall on Aug. 1, the day before Megan’s birthday.” With the hall and date nailed down, the family began planning the rest of the event details when they gathered for Christmas. “We made a board on Pinterest and were constantly sharing and pinning ideas and things we liked,” Fletter said. “Our mom would run the ideas by Megan, who was really excited about the whole thing. She chose everything right down to the little Mario designs on her nails.” Fletter, who lives in Holland, Michigan, went online in search of vendors. “When I reached out to PM Frosted Fantasies in Maumee about doing a Mario-themed cake, they loved the idea,” she said. “They ended up making an awesome cake at a discount.” Clive found a woman on Etsy, an online marketplace for handmade or vintage items, art and supplies, who agreed to make Megan a Princess Daisy dress. Mefferd’s friend, DJ Rob Hall, donated his services for the party, including music and lighting. The family worked diligently, leaving no detail to chance. On the night before the party, they all met at the hall to decorate and set up the photo booth, which had a Mario-themed backdrop. On party day, Megan started her “royal treatment” with airbrush makeup done by Gianna at Crimson Renee Salon in Oregon. Next, she had her hair styled at CC Bella in

Northwood. Then Megan, in her sunny yellow princess dress, and her family dressed in Mario garb too, went to St. Jerome where they boarded the waiting limo bus, which had a red carpet waiting for the guest of honor. Then it was on to Pearson Park for photos, taken by Bethany of Wellspring Photography. It was no surprise that Megan chose her favorite restaurant, El Camino Sky, for her pre-party dinner. But she was unaware that a big surprise was waiting for her there. “When we were in high school and Megan was about 8 or 9, we had an exchange student from Japan, Natsuko Murakami, stay with us for about a year,” Fletter said. “We’ve always considered her one of our sisters. She and her husband, who now live in New York City, met us at the restaurant.” As party time neared, guests gathered at the hall waiting for Megan’s big entrance. “When the DJ announced her, she entered the hall twirling around in her dress – I think she felt like a real princess,” Fletter said. Guests watched as she enjoyed FatherDaughter and Mother-Daughter dances with her parents. “The highlight was when everyone sang ‘Happy Birthday’ all together,” Fletter said. “It was clear Megan was very moved; she got a little choked up. “We wondered if it would all be a little overwhelming to her, but she embraced the

whole thing,” she said. “She was also very appreciative.” In all, about 200 people came out to the celebration, including Megan’s friends from when she was in Ottawa County 4-H, and from her therapeutic riding program at Vail Meadows in Oregon. Others who came were friends Megan has met through her parents’ involvement with Friends of Maumee Bay Park, and in Florida, where they spend the winters as “snowbirds.” Megan was especially excited to see some of her “Florida friends” who came from Canada for the party. “Everyone wanted to get her presents, but in lieu of gifts, we accepted donations for St. Jerome, the 4-H Endowment Fund, Vail Meadows and Friends of Maumee Bay State Park. In total, guests donated $1,850 in Megan’s honor,” Fletter said. After the party, Megan, whom her family expected to be exhausted from the festivities, was still reeling from the excitement. “She was going over the events of the whole day. Even the next morning, she was still buzzing about the whole experience. “Everything about the night was just perfect,” Fletter said. “We were so touched by how kind and generous vendors were, offering discounts and donations to help us provide a celebration Megan will cherish forever. “We also want to thank all the guests who gave so generously to Megan’s favorite charities,” she said.

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Sweet and savory table dinner held Amidst a clover field near the Village of Elmore, more than 100 guests dined on sweet and savory pork rinds, flash-fried bacon steak with a bourbon and maple glaze, chilled carrot soup with a carrot top gastric, cilantro sugar, sweet corn, pea tendrils, field greens, braised beef cheek, smoked beets, farm potatoes, and collard greens braised with smoked ham hock and pigs feet. Shared Legacy Farms, owned by Kurt and Corinna Bench, hosted the dinner on Aug. 14 to showcase the farm’s locally

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Lift a stein for The 50th This year marks a milestone for the German-American Festival as Toledo’s oldest and largest ethnic festival celebrates its 50th year. The German-American Festival (GAF), operated by G.A.F Society and sponsored by the seven German-and Swiss-American Societies in Toledo, returns to Oak Shade Grove, 3624 Seaman Rd., Oregon on Aug. 28-30. “I can’t believe it’s been 50 years, that’s a lot of beers and brats,” said Tim Pecsenye, festival chair. “We are very excited to celebrate this amazing culture by entertaining our guests in every way possible.” The GAF’s heritage and good times are being celebrated with the “50 Days of 50 Years of the GAF, currently underway on Toledo’s seven iHeartRadio stations. Visit an iHeartRadio station website and answer the GAF question to enter the contest every day leading up to the festival. Prizes include 50 ticket and food packages and the grand prize, a one-year lease on a Volkswagen from Taylor Volkswagen of Findlay. iHeartRadio stations in Toledo include 92.5 KISS FM (WVKS-FM), 101.5 The River (WRVF-FM), 104.7 Toledo’s Rock (WIOT-FM), 103.7 New Country (WCKYFM), 94.9 The Beat (BVKS-FM), 1370 NewsRadio (WSPD-AM) and 1230 Fox Sports (WCWA-AM). General admission is $8 per person. Children 12 years of age and under are admitted at no charge all weekend when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Discount advance purchase admission tickets and GAF shuttle tickets are available for online purchase for $7 each at www.germanamericanfestival.net or www. gafsociety.org/fest.htm. Two-day passes ($10) and three-day passes ($15) are also available only online. Visit the German-American Festival’s Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ GAFSociety) and Twitter (@GAFSociety) pages for real-time updates and news about the festival.

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At left, former fair queen Megan Rolf crowns the 2015 fair queen Brianna Rost. At right, Mariah Hahn with her trophy for Grand Champion Small Animal. (Press photos by Russ Lytle/Facebook.com /RussLytle/RHP)

Groundbreaking planned for Pemberville Opera House elevator The community is invited to a groundbreaking for the long-anticipated project to “Raise the Elevator” at the Pemberville Opera House on Thursday, Aug. 27 at 7 p.m., 217 W. Front St. One of the oldest operating opera houses in Ohio, the Pemberville Opera House was built in 1892 and in its early years was home to Vaudeville shows, medicine shows, plays and even basketball games. When the World War captured the attention of the country, the opera house would not see use again for several de-

cades. In 1999, a dedicated group of volunteers from the Pemberville Freedom Area Historical Society took up the cause and returned the opera house to its former glory, however some would-be patrons still faced a challenge to get to the “theatre on the second floor” – accessible by a long and daunting staircase. Toward that end, the historical society launched an effort to build an elevator at the Opera House. Plans call for the elevator tower to sit outside of the opera house,

so as not to disturb the beauty of the theatre. The tower will also feature two handicapped-accessible restrooms. The estimated cost of the project is $435,000. The society has written grants and solicited private donations and currently has $335,000. However, one of the grants expires in December and members of the community are encouraged to donate toward the effort to “Raise the Elevator.” Donate at www.gofundme.com/ zh6u3k2 or visit www.pembervilleoperahouse.org.

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“Mission: Uganda,” – a presentation of faith, love, and service to the Lord, will be the topic of a presentation by Brett Moyer Aug. 24, 6:30 p.m., Elliston Zion UMC, located off Elliston Trowbridge Rd. between SR 163 and SR 579. Coffee and light refreshments served. At only 20 years old, Moyer, of Oak Harbor, has spent 5 years traveling with Teen Missions International. Blood Drive Aug. 29, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Elliston Zion UMC. Breakfast served to those who present to donate blood. Appointments encouraged; walk-ins welcome. Sign up online at redcrossblood.org or call 419-250-1188.

Elmore

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 4th 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 more 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. Questions: 419-392-1112.

Bulletin Board programs include: Chat, Snack & Read Book Club (grades 6-8) meets Aug. 25, 1:30 p.m.; Preschool Storytime featuring songs, rhymes and a craft Thursdays at 11 a.m.; LEGO Club (K-6) the 4th Sat. of the month at 10 a.m.; Adult Book Discussion Group meets Aug. 31, 6:30 p.m. to discuss, Janet Evanovich’s “One for the Money.” Homeschool Help for parents available Aug. 27. Call 419-6372173 or email Diane at dswartz@birchard.lib.oh.us to register. Active Seniors invited to Meet & Eat at Gibsonburg Senior Center, 100 Meadow Lane. Lunches every weekday, educational and social programs, health assessments and more. Transportation and homedelivered meals available. 419-637-7947.

available by calling the library during regular hours at 419-833-6040.

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Our Lady of Mt. Carmel “Bonofest,” Sept. 6, 11:30 a.m.-6 p.m. at the church, 1105 Elliston Rd., off SR 2. BBQ or ham dinners available for dining in or carryout. Raffles, bingo, games, ethnic food, music.

Reading Ministry for the blind and campership find at Marmon Valley Farm. Advance tickets available at the church. Limited walk-in tickets 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).

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Mobile Food Pantry sponsored by the fire department auxiliary every 3rd Mon. of the month, 5-7 p.m., Fire Station 1, 4505 Walbridge Rd.

Chicken Dinner to Support Kyan Menchaca’s Fight Against Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, Sept. 13, 11 a.m. until sold out, American Legion Post 114. Dine in or carry out. Proceeds go towards medical bills. 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.

Walbridge Branch Library, 108 N. Main St., offers the following programs: Lego Block Party for children of all ages Aug. 25, 5 p.m.; Family Storytime – Tues. at 11 a.m.; Arts & Crafts (kids of all ages) – Tues. 5 p.m.; Inspiration Book Club will discuss “The Exiles: Chantel” by Gilbert Morris & Lynn Morris on Sept. 3; Fiction Book Group will discuss “The Storied Life of AJ Fikry” by Gabrielle Zevin on Sept. 14; Mystery Book Club will discuss “Size 12 is Not Fat” by Meg Cabot on Sept. 28; play pinochle (16 and older) every Thurs. at 11 a.m. starting Sept. 3. All programs are free. Call 419-666-9900 or visit cdpl.org.

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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 Storytime 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

Oak Harbor

30th Annual Otterbein Portage Valley Annual Chicken Barbeque Aug. 23, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Featuring a half-chicken, baked potato, cole slaw, roll and beverage. Dine in or carry out. The Polka Pirates and the Rex Myer band will perform in a free concert. Friends of Otterbein will be selling homemade pie. Chicken BBQ, Aug. 30, Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 200 Cedar St. Carryouts available at 10:30 a.m.; dine-in begins at 11:30 a.m. Includes halfchicken, green beans, baked potato, roll, butter, drink and dessert. All proceeds benefit the Insight

Woodville Public Library, 101 E. Main St., offers Lego Club (K-6), 1st Sat. of the month, 10-11:30 a.m.; Kidz & Cupcakes Book Club (Grades 1-3) Aug. 24 at 7 p.m. will discuss “Puppy’s Big Day.” 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.

Genoa

All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast, Aug. 30, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Genoa Legion Hall, 302 West St. Featuring pancakes, sausage, eggs, biscuits and gravy. Kids’ meals and carryouts available. For Legion Hall rental info, call Tom at 419-460-3265. 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). 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. 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.

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“Light House” Light House Sober Living Inc. – a nonprofit organization and a recovery home for men located at 515 E. 5th St., Port Clinton, is opening the doors to the community at a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday, Aug. 26 at 4 p.m. Community members are invited to walk through the former church and learn more about Ottawa County’s first sober living community. Hot dogs, snacks and desserts will be served. The work of Light House Sober Living began three years ago when a group of community leaders and concerned citizens were brought together, led by Judge Bruce Winters. They worked to create a sober living community that would use a holistic approach to life and recovery using community resources and talents. To volunteer or make a donation, contact Wells at 419-967-4550 email lighthousesoberliving@gmail.com.

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MILESTONE 50th Anniversary

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Earl and Claudia McCoy Jr. August 20, 2015

Happy 50th Wedding Anniversary to Joyce and Jerry Argabrite

Penta Parent Night Penta Career Center, 9301 Buck Rd., Perrysburg Township, is sponsoring its annual Parent Night Thursday, Aug. 27 from 6-8 p.m. for parents, guardians and family members. Beginning at 6:15 p.m., parents will follow their son/daughter’s first-semester schedule. From 7:15-7:45 p.m., parents will have the opportunity to meet their son/ daughter’s second-semester teachers. At 5:30 p.m., students and parents are invited to a special presentation on college planning in the Susor Auditorium. For more information, call Dan Weirich, supervisor of Student Services and Admissions, at 419-661-6480.

August 25th From the Argabrite, Stewart, Johnson, Hood, Tice and Moore Clans

Earl and Claudia McCoy Jr. are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. They were married on August 20, 1965 in Mannheim, Germany. They have two daughters, Patty (Steve) Cameron and Belinda Brooks; seven grandchildren and one great grandson. Earl, Claudia and their daughters all reside in Luckey, Ohio.

Love ya! Papa & Gramma Mo

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James D. Bedford Oregon “My stepfather. He stepped up to the plate when I was ſve years old and he didn’t have to. He raised me to be the man that I am today and I can only hope to be half the man he is.”

Shawn Leroux Perrysburg Twp. “Jesus Christ. He’s my savior. He does miracles everyday. He already gave me a second chance in life.”

A great foundation To the editor: I am an Oregon business owner and a graduate of Clay High School class of 1981. I went through career tech in the cosmetology program and graduated with my license. This paved the way for my career as a salon owner and national educator for Paul Mitchell. I also am a nationally board certified colorist. My foundation started from the great education that I received in the Oregon City Schools. I hire from the cosmetology program and partner with the internship program because I know that I will get a quality employee. I am supporting the levy because I am proud of where I came from. Having a good school system supports the community, our businesses and our future. Please get out and vote for the future of our students and community.

Colten Palmer Oak Harbor “My mother. She raised me and two other little rascals. She’s got a huge heart and she never gives up on anything or anyone.”

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Society says thanks To the editor: The Humane Society of Ottawa County would like to thank Brad and Diane Schwan for hosting the Peach and Wine festival at their orchard on NW Catawba Rd., Port Clinton, with the proceeds going to our shelter. Also, thank you to Adrian Salvadore of Firelands Winery who donated the sales of his wine tasting; to John Davenport, who provided live music entertainment and to all the volunteers and food vendors who made this event such a great success. Also, thanks to all those who attended

the fundraiser and celebrated 100 years of Catawba peaches. Pat Cerny Shelter Manager, Humane Society of Ottawa County

Not fooled by Kasich To the editor: John Kasich’s time as governor reveals attempted union busting, fracking Cleveland’s suburbs while rejecting federal aid to create wind power, defunding public education to replace it with an inferior and corrupt private system and a tax code that favors the wealthy over everybody else. So while Kasich is having fun fooling the nation with his “compassionate conser-

Grant appreciated To the editor: The Oak Harbor Chamber Foundation recently received a grant from the Ottawa County Community Foundation for event equipment. The grant allowed us to purchase equipment that we would normally rent or borrow for events. This grant will save us future costs on these expenses. We are grateful for their support and just wanted to say thank you to the Ottawa County Community Foundation. For more information on the foundation or their grant programs, please visit their website, www.ottawaccf.org. Valerie Winterfield Executive Director, Oak Harbor Area Chamber of Commerce

To really succeed in life try to avoid stepping on others There are two common approaches taken to elevate one’s self. One is through personal growth and development. The other is by stepping on others. This latter technique is pure negativity. It harms others as well as you. Winning in life is based on what you accomplish. It’s not a contest where your success is determined by comparing yourself to others. Unlike in sports, your personal success doesn’t require defeating anyone. Everyone can be a winner if they so desire. Those who intentionally step on others, regardless of the justification, sabotage their own future. Intentionally causing harm creates negative energy, which attracts negativity. This is a downward spiral with no bottom. People who become caught up in this syndrome make matters even worse, as they continually step on others in a frantic attempt to climb out of their ever deepening hole. Stepping on others also may occur inadvertently. This happens when you are so focused on yourself that you are unaware of the impact you are having on others. Although your actions may be un-

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pushing someone else behind. Instead of focusing on improving themselves, these people strive to sabotage others in an effort to boost their own relative position. Stepping on someone who is disliked is a tactic for punishment or retribution. In this case, the objective is to cause harm and inflict pain. This motivation is purely malicious and just as negative. Regardless of the justification, motivation, or excuses, stepping on someone is a totally negative action which ultimately harms you, usually sooner than later. You attract exactly what you project. Negative intention or action invariably attracts negative results. Whatever you send out is returned to you. Any illusion of short term gains or emotional satisfaction is misleading and fleeting. How you treat others impacts what is brought into your life. Your success is directly connected to how you treat others. Following these simple guidelines ensures you don’t step on others. Treat everyone with courtesy, respect, and dignity. Be nice to everyone you encounter. There is no downside to treating people the right

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Opinion

The Press

Nostalgia Highway

Controversy at The Genoan swirled around unruly children The exits on The Nostalgia Highway are at 10-year increments. Enjoy the trip through the pages of The Press.

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August, 2005 News: Oregon City Council voted 3-2 to require inmates to pay for their incarceration. The issue was defeated, however, when one councilman abstained and one was absent. According to the city charter, a majority of the council members present are needed to pass the motion, so it was defeated. The city paid $62 per night to reserve a bed at the Correctional Center of Northwest Ohio at Stryker. *** Marge Brown, Oregon mayor, met with Tina Wozniak, Lucas County commissioner, and Billie Johnson, director of the Area Office on Aging in hopes of developing a plan within 45 days to expand the James Hancock Senior Center on Bayshore Road, or build a new one. Sports: The NOW Indians, a 9-andunder baseball team, won the 2005 USSSA World Series in Owensboro, Kentucky. Among the local players were future Lake High stars Connor Bowen, Jared Rettig and Jayce Vancena. Price check: The National Bank of Oak Harbor offered a 24-month CD at 4.07 percent interest. Hot then, gone now: Payless Music, Northwood.

by John Szozda August, 1995 News: Housing East Redevelopment Corporation announced it would build the first new homes in East Toledo in at least 25 years. Tom Bowlus, program coordinator, said the five homes would be priced in the $50,000 to $100,000 range. Sports: The City of Oregon welcomed 48 teams from across the country to the ASA Slow Pitch National Tournament for 12 and under girls. More than 5,000 visitors were expected to spend close to $1 million on lodging, food and souvenirs. Teams came from as far away as Arkansas, Louisiana and Texas. *** The Oregon Eagles 12 and under baseball team spent a week in Puerto Rico competing in the World Series sponsored by the American Amateur Baseball Congress. Justin Thomas, future Major League pitcher, was a member of the team. Price check: Lee Williams sold chicken breast for $1.99 lb. Hot then, gone now: Shamrock Motorcycle Sales, Genoa

August, 1985 News: The 75-year association between Stroh Brewery Company and Treu House of Munch of Northwood was commemorated in a ceremony held at the distributor’s office on Wales Road. Treu House of Munch set a record for the company in 1964 when it sold more than one million cases of Stroh’s in a single market. Treu House continued that streak for 11 consecutive years. Sports: Holly Vargo, 23, of East Toledo, was in Hawaii competing in the Pan-Pacific Games with the U.S. synchronized swim team. The girls won the event beating out Canada and Japan. Vargo started her swimming career with the Toledo Flamingo Club and was on the synchronized team at The Ohio State University, where she has been the head coach since 2012. Price check: Oregon Ford sold a new 1985 Ford Ranger pick-up for $6,099. Hot then, gone now: St. Stephen’s School, East Toledo.

August, 1975 News: A free ladies film, 40 Carats, starring Eddie Albert, drew 950 fans to the Fox Theatre in the Woodville Mall. John Costanzo, manager, had to set up folding chairs on the stage area to accommodate the crowd that exceeded capacity by several hundred.

“If this keeps up, we’re going to look at expansion plans,” Constanzo said. *** Controversy at the Genoan Theatre swirled around complaints of unruly children not accompanied by their parents. One reader wrote to The Suburban Press, “My family and I went to see Old Yeller, but we couldn’t hear it. Few parents went with their children and the noise was unbearable. We would rather pay $3.50 to be able to enjoy a good movie.” The Genoan charged $1.50 for adults, 75 cents for children. Sports: Joe Kiss, Marv Wilhelm, Ray Todd and Tom Farrell fished the Pickerel Reefs in Lake Erie for several days and caught 52 walleye, most of them weighing two pounds or more. Joe told The Suburban Press they were going to have a “whale of a fish fry.” *** The Toledo Goaldiggers had a film for groups to view entitled Miracle on Main Street, narrated by Jim Mengel. The film details the 1975 season with an emphasis on the IHL playoffs, which the team won to garner The Turner Cup. Price check: Del’s Super Valu in Woodville sold ground chuck, 80 percent lean, for 99 cents lb. Hot then, gone now: Meckfessel’s Shoe Store, Oak Harbor.

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Church Worship Guide nspirational essage of the How many of us live in prisons of our own making? If you feel constrained by the circumstances of your life and yet those circumstances are largely your own creations, then you have indeed built yourself a prison. Henry David Thoreau writes about those who have “forged their own golden or silver fetters,”accumulating wealth and property to the point where they are literally enslaved to it. He reminds us that “A man is rich in proportion to the number of things he can afford to let alone.” And a man is free in the same proportion. The ultimate freedom is to have the liberty of mind and spirit to do as one would choose, free of duress or external control. Most adults live life free of

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external control, and yet we feel constrained by the circumstances of our lives. We must toil and work like slaves because we have allowed materialism to become our master. We are slaves to our appetites and desires because we have allowed hedonism to become our master. And we are imprisoned by our own minds because we fail to see that there are other ways to think and live. The Sufi poet Rumi asks “Why do you stay in prison when the door is so wide open?” The answer can only be that it is a prison of our own choosing. “It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.” Galatians 5:1

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Workplace Free BBQ Bay Area Credit Union members are invited to a free lunch Friday, Aug. 28 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Deet’s BBQ Food Truck will serve food as part of the credit union’s membership appreciation day. Staff members Diana, Emily and Farrah will be on hand to answer any financial questions and assist you with a chance to win a GoPro HERO4 Session camera. The credit union is located at the corner of Navarre and Lallendorf, across from Pearson Park.

Gold stars Three Genoa Retirement Village employees have been selected to serve as Nurse Mentor/Caregiver Precepts. They are: Jessica Brossia, RN; Heather Phillips,

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Crime log Lake Twp. – Police charged Austin M. Hall, 20, Millbury, on Aug. 17 with underage consumption, obstructing official business and carrying a concealed weapon after a disturbance at the Owens Lake Apartments. A 17-year-old male from Toledo was charged with underage consumption and obstructing official business. • Tyahnna Steveson, 19, Toledo, was charged with prostitution Aug. 15 and Laron A. Gregory, 35, Toledo, was charged with possession of drugs after police received a call of a suspicious female in a back lot of the Loves Travel Plaza. • Denis J. McGuire, 37, Walbridge, was charged Aug. 14 with disorderly conduct and resisting arrest after a disturbance in the 29000 block of Owens Court. • A resident of the 1500 block of Bradner Road on Aug. 13 reported someone had obtained his credit card number and made unauthorized purchases. • A driver from Macon. Ga. on Aug. 16 reported the theft of a service door from the back of his trailer while parked at the Pilot Travel Center.

The Genoa Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for its awards program. The categories are as follows: Emerging Business of the Year, Innovation in Business/Visionary Award, Outstanding Professional Service–Customer Services Excellence, Lifetime Achievement Award, Community Service Project of the Year and Outstanding Community Support. For a more complete description of each category and application form, go to genoachamber.org or call 419-855-7761 ext. 238. The deadline is Sept. 1. Email items before Wednesday, noon to The Workplace at zoz@presspublications. com or send to The Press, Box 169, Millbury, OH 43447.

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