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Sutton Center expansion taking shape

By JOHN SCHAFFNER Publisher All is not lost in the local economy in eastern Ottawa County.

Work continues on the Phase I expansion of the Sutton Center located in the old Pharm store in Port Clinton. Renovations are being handled by Focht Construction, one of several local contractors working on the project.

The original center was created in 2006 ago as a one-stop location of county social service

agencies. This included United Way, American Red Cross, Salvation Army, Independent Choices, Transitional Housing, WSOS, YWCA, Family and Child Abuse Prevention and Stein Hospice which is enlarging its facilities at the center.

The expansion will more than triple the size of available office space. New agencies now located at Sutton are Heartbeat Pregnan-

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Group kicks off shop local campaign

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Redskins ready for tourney after historic season

By JOHN SCHAFFNER Publisher History was made Saturday night when the Redskins topped Edison 62-37.

Twenty games, 20 victories: the perfect season.

“I am so proud of our group of kids and how they have handled themselves this year,” said Coach Troy Diels on Monday. “This group is special and they have given the community a lifetime of memories. With that said, there is still a feeling of more left to be done. There is no one in the program, coaches or players, who is satisfied with what we have done.”

The team got the royal treatment with a police and fire truck escort from the east side of town into the city and to the high school upon their return from Milan.

Senior Josh Francis had 19 points to lead the Redskins in their win over the defending Sandusky Bay Conferece champs, while Allen Tigner added

By ANGIE ADAIR Editor Businesses around the county are closing. Unemployment numbers soar. Times are tough. But there’s a group of local leaders that has decided to do something about it.

The Leadership Ottawa “Each County Class of person 2010 has selected a project with and each local businesses purchase in mind — one that gives everydoes one the chance to help. matter.”

Shop local. It seems a simple LORI MADISON solution but, acLOC Class of 2010 cording to class members, one that can keep jobs in the county and help businesses thrive.

“We chose this project as a Leadership Ottawa County group after discussing and realizing the impact that shopping local has on our economy,” said class member Lori Madison. “Each local purchase keeps our money here working for us.”

The project is actually three parts with one goal: Improving the local financial situation.

“The project is first an awareness campaign,” said Erin House, class member and student success mentor the Terra’s Academic Service Center. “Building awareness for keeping funds in Ottawa County and creating a sense of responsibility.”

And soon that educational portion of the project — Live Here, Buy Here — will become visible to residents. Flyers have been printed giving people reasons to spend their money where they live. For example — “$100 spent locally returns $45 to $68 to the community.” Payroll, and other expenditures comes back — funds that wouldn’t return at all if spent outside the county. Billboards will also be going up and thank you notes for shoppers are being handed out to local businesses.

The second phase of the project is an event that will allow local business to show off exactly what they have to offer. Explore Ottawa County will be held May 8 at the Ottawa County Fairgrounds. Businesses will be welcome to set up a booth, hand out samples and explain what they can do for residents and tourists alike. The date coincides with The Biggest Week in American Birding which will draw thousands of tourists to the area — a decision that was

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PHOTOS BY BILL MIGALA

Ryan Hicks (above) was named Player of the Year for District 6 and the SBC. The team (left) make its way through the crowd gathered at PCHS after the win.

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Best of luck in tournament play Let there be no doubt! The Port Clinton Redskins basketball team finished aperfect regular season Saturday with an impressive 62-37 win over Edison. Congratulations to Troy Diels and his staff along with the players.

I have been covering PCHS basketball since my high school days as a sports writer for the Compass, and never has this community experienced anything like this. I have seen lots of great teams and great players over the years, but this one may be the best ever! Best of luck to them in the tournament that starts this week! nnn

We had 99 correct entries in our Find Wylie contest last week. Our winner is Richard Koblin, of Oak Harbor, who

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found Wylie in the Crosswinds ad on page 12A last week. Richard wins a $20 gift card from Friendship Convenient Stores.

We’ll hide Wylie again this week. If you find him, drop us a note at our office … or click on the Find Wylie icon online at www.thebeacon.net. nnn

Saturday night’s basketball game starts at 6:15 p.m. at Sandusky High School, which will give the fans ample opportunity to come back to PC and attend the First Friday Fundraiser for the Humane Society of Ottawa County at Mango Mama’s starting at 8 p.m. The Travelin’ Lounge Lizards will again be the featured performers. $10 cover charge to assist the Humane Society!

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Chrystal Bowersox from Elliston is still in it on American Idol. She must be good because I understand she has photographers hounding her now, and she is being recognized on the streets of Hollywood. nnn

The Danbury High School 2009 Totem Yearbooks have arrived. They may be picked up in the high school office. To purchase a yearbook, the price is $45.

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Don’t forget the weekly Lenten Fish Fries at the Port Clinton Knights of Columbus Hall, 109 E. Perry St. and at St. Boniface Church in Oak Harbor.

Eating fish on Fridays during lent used to be a sacrifice … not any more!

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RECORDS n COMMENTARY Obituaries

Georgiana M. Below

tion was Wednesday in the GernerWolf-Walker Funeral Home and Crematory, Port Clinton. Funeral services will be conducted by Pastor Cheryl Wessel at 1 p.m. Thursday, March 4, in the funeral home. Burial will follow in Riverview Cemetery, Port Clinton

April 25, 1933 — Feb. 22, 2010 Georgiana M. Below, 76, of Port Clinton, passed away Monday, Feb. 22, at Edgewood Manor Nursing Center, Port Clinton.

A Funeral Mass was conducted by the Rev. John Missler Friday at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Port Clinton, with burial in Riverview Cemetery, Port Clinton.

Doris Jeanne Ruckman Roberts March 27, 1939 — Feb. 27, 2010 Doris Jeanne Ruckman Roberts, 70, of Oak Harbor, died Saturday, Feb. 27, at Heartland of Waterville.

Funeral services were conducted at at the Robinson-Walker Funeral

Mary Regal Died March 1, 2010 Mary Regal 84, of Green Springs, died Monday, March 1, at Elmwood at the Springs, Green Springs. Visita-

By VIRGINIA PARK Home & Crematory, 165 E. Water St., Oak Harbor, by Pastor Chuck Kaylor, with interment in Union Cemetery, Oak Harbor.

Samuel Rosiar Jan. 10, 1930 — March 1, 2010 Samuel J. Rosiar, 80, of Port Clinton, died Monday, March 1, at the Toledo Hospital.

The family will receive friends from 3 p.m. Wednesday until the time of services at 6 p.m. at the Neidecker, LeVeck and Crosser Funeral Home, 1124 Fulton Street, Port Clinton. The Rev Dan Keck will officiate. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery.

Marriage License • Gage B. Forman, 20, military, and Nicole M. Sherman, 20, both of Oak Harbor.

Sound Off Ruth Ann’s House Ottawa County has a big heart.

The annual Valentine fundraiser for Ruth Ann’s House was once again successful. For the first time this year we expanded our efforts and were pleasantly surprised by the area’s support.

The kisses, hugs and squeezes were

sold at Dianna’s Deli & Restaurant, Coffee Express, Dean’s Discount Inc., KFC, Country Gentleman, Sunoco Friendship Food Store, Ala Carte Café, Pizza House, Oliver’s Hair Salon, Second Street Diner and Mr. Ed’s in Port Clinton and Curves and Community Market in Oak Harbor.

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Housing would like to thank these businesses and all those involved in helping our Ruth Ann families.

Thanks to everyone, a number of extra special items will be provided just for fun.

We look forward to next year Ottawa County.

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3475 Strength Training Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:30pm Conference Center $3 per class 419-734-3131 ext. 3363 Tai Chi Conference Center Wednesdays 10am $3 per class 419-734-3131 ext.

3363 Cardio Pilates Conference Center Mondays and Wednesdays at 5:30pm $3 per class 419-734-3131 ext. 3363

Education & Outreach

A Day For Me Free Women’s Health Day Sunday March 21st Registration starts at Noon, Lunch at 12:30 RSVP to 419-734-3131 ext. 3505 Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Program with Dr. Dale Braun, MD March 18th 6:30pm Conference Center RSVP to 419-734-3131 ext. 3505 free of charge Tobacco Cessation for Adults 6-8 week program $75 per person Groups of 5-10 people – For questions or to sign up call 419-734-3131 ext. 3461 Each month Magruder Hospital will publish a list of screenings, programs and special events, which the public is welcome to attend. Please note that certain events require appointments or physician referrals in order to attend. Thank you for your support of Magruder Hospital.

Spring is (hopefully) right around the corner So — it’s the beginning of the month of March and therefore maybe (but it is a “hopeful maybe” on my part), we will see a bit of spring arriving sometime soon. This past week we had a couple of nasty days weather-wise, and winter let us know that it was definitely still with us.

We are now in the season of Lent, working our way toward Easter, this year observed on April 4. I hope that by the time that special holiday gets here — and it’s only about four weeks from now — the weather will have cleared up and we will have a day of sunshine and joy. nnn

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The Ohio Humanities Council will present its Chautauqua presentations around the state again this year and the focus will be, “The 1930s.” Some of the characters who will be portrayed will be Margaret Mitchell (author of “Gone With the Wind”), Eleanor Roosevelt (activist wife of FDR), Orson Welles (actor, writer, producer — and just about everything else), Paul Robeson (singer, actor and more) and W.C. Fields (great comedian and actor). The Chautauqua “Big Top” will be in Ashland on July 13-17.

That is about the closest it will be to this area. I hope to have the opportunity to see some of the performances there. nnn

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Diabetes Education instructional classes presented by our Dietitian and a Registered Nurse for diabetic individuals and their families.

Physician referral needed. Call for times and dates. 419-734-3131 ext.

3544 American Red Cross Classes 419-734-1100 6th On Common Childhood Illness 9am 9th Adult CPR 6pm 10th Infant/Child CPR 6pm 16th First Aid 6pm Monthly Luncheon Monday March 15th at Noon $6 for Lunch Conference Center RSVP to 419-734-3131 ext. 3363 by noon Mar 12th Bernie Stone with ADT will present a program on fall prevention, medical alert systems and home security.

Breakfast Program March 25th Noon Conference Center $5 for breakfast Program from Senior Resources & Heritage Health Care on free 60+ Clinics RSVP to 419-732-0208

Support Groups

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group 1st Tuesday each month 6:30pm8pm Conference Center For more information 419-797-4540 Chronic Pain Support Group 2nd Thur each month 6pm Conference Center 419-271-3915 for more information

March 2010 Grief Support Group Sponsored by Stein Hospice & Crosser Funeral Homes Magruder Conference Center 3rd Thursday each month 5:30pm 419-732-3141 for more information Cancer Support Group 4th Wed. each month 12:30pm Conference Center complimentary light lunch provided 419-734-3131 ext. 3370

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Health Screening: Cholesterol (Total/LDL/HDL/Triglycerides) Blood Pressure and Glucose Screening $16 2nd Thursday each month in the Magruder Lab 419-734-3131 ext.

3420 for appointments Free Blood Pressure & Blood Sugar checks – 2nd Thur at PC Senior Center, 3rd Thur and Danbury Senior Center 10:30-11:30am Open to the public Free HIV Testing Provided by the AIDS Resource Center of Toledo 2nd Friday each month 1-3pm 1 South Clinic Area Room 133 For more information call 1-419-241-9444 ext. 413 Free Take-Home Colorectal Health Screening Kits Magruder Main Lobby Every Thursday in March from 10am to 2pm

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Alzheimer’s Support Group 2nd Monday each month 9am Conference Center 419-734-3131 ext. 3363 for more information

Potluck & Pins at Harbor Freeway Lanes 2nd Friday every month at Noon For more information 419-732-0208

Diabetic Support Group 2nd Thur. each month from Noon – 1pm Conference Center 419-734-3131 ext. 3544

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Book Fair in the Main Lobby March 22nd 8am to 4pm

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I was intrigued by the article in several local newspapers about the donation to the Ottawa County Historical Museum of an M-1 Carbine rifle manufactured at Standard Products during World War II. My dad, Dale Allen, worked there at that time and tested these rifles on the firing range. I’m interested in seeing the weapon and also interested in seeing the pictures of Standard Products employees that have been donated by Jane Ruster, daughter of Lee Bracken. I hope I find my dad in one of the photos. nnn

Congratulations to Fred Snyder on receiving the “Lake Erie Commission Award.” It was presented to Fred by Sean Logan, Director of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, this past October. The award is given annually to the most outstanding citizen who has devoted his or her life’s work to the environmental stewardship of Lake Erie.

Snyder was the first Ohio Sea Grant Extension Agent. He began that career in October of 1978 and retired at the end of August in 2009. In the 31 years he served, he helped Ohio Sea Grant become one of the top-ranked programs in the United States.

This information about the award was in the latest edition of “Twineline,” the Ohio Sea Grant newsletter. The article also said that Fred assisted with initiatives such as initial establishment of the annual Ohio Charter Captains Conference. That will be held this year for the 29th time.

There has been extensive growth in this charter boating industry with about 800 captains currently working in that occupation.

Dr. Jeff Reuter, director of Ohio Sea Grant and the Ohio Stone Laboratory, had these good words about Snyder: “No one has created partnerships, empowered people, helped businesses or taught students better than Fred. He is highly deserving of this prestigious award.” nnn

I always look forward to the Amish Dinner at the Oak Harbor United Methodist Church and this year it is scheduled for the evening of March 18. Each year proceeds from the dinner are designated for a particular project. This year the proceeds will benefit Camp Sabroske located in Carroll Township. The hope is to raise $7,000 with various projects to begin upgrading of the waste treatment plant at the camp.

Camp Saborske is a non-profit organization that provides a place of relaxation and nature activities for people of all ages and all faiths. There are RV and tent camping sites available and a dorm that is great for youth groups and retreats. A lodge with a full kitchen, a meeting hall, a screened shelter house, a swimming pool and a stocked pond are some of the amenities there. And I have been there and personally really enjoyed the grounds for strolling and hiking.

The upcoming dinner to raise funds will be served from 4:30 to 7 p.m. or until sold out. Dine in and carry-out service will be available. Tickets are only $8 for adults and $4 for children 6 to 12 years old. Children under 6 years of age will be served free. The menu is headed by pot roast and many other wonderful Amish foods, including homemade pies, cakes and puddings provided by those good cooks at the church. nnn

There is much more to write this week but I don’t have time. I was stranded away from home over the weekend so I did not get this finished. Be watching for more newsy notes next week.

BULLETIN BOARD FRIDAYS during Lent only 5:00PM-7:30PM Port Clinton Knights of Columbus 109 E. Perry Street Lake Erie Perch and/or Shrimp * French Fries or Baked Potato * Pasta Salad or Cole Slaw and Roll Coffee/Lemonade * Sandwich Platters Desserts * Child Portion also available

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The Beacon Deb Miller (far left), Tally Gallogly, Kathy Gallogly and Ron Miller pose for a pic.

Bill and Julie St. Leger cutting a rug.

Sarah (left) and Matt Gottron are joined by Linda Sprenger.

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Rosemary Schramm and Sarah Hall ham it up for The Beacon’s camera.

Mary Alice and John Schaffner at the Magruder Hospital Charity Ball.

Ardeth and Arnie Milefchek enjoy a dance at the Charity Ball.

SUTTON CENTER from 1A cy Center, The Ability Center and CASA. A significant component of the expansion will be a larger suite for one of the orginial tenants: Bay Park Women’s Services. The staff of certified nurse midwives provides comprehensive women’s health care, including gynecology, menopause management, family planning and prenatal and birthing care. The expansion provides additional exam rooms, a larger waiting area and expanded diagnostic and laboratory services.

Another highlight of the facility, according to the developers, is the Technology Facility, a 1,280-square-foot

meeting room loaded with features.

Among them is a ceiling mounted multi-media projector, a wide screen, high-resolution display, and an electric drop-down projection screen.

The room is set up to accommodate classroom-style seating for 97 people or lecture-style seating for 54 with wireless access for universal notebook computer display connectivity. The room is available to local groups and businesses for training sessions and meetings. Rentals will be managed by TDH Enterprises, 419-732-1420.

Several businesses have signed on to be part of the expanded Sutton Center complex, with the centerpiece being Common Grounds Coffee & Delicatessen operated by John and Robin Bennett, owners of Sec-

REDSKINS from 1A points and 10 assists from his point guard position. After a slow first quarter and a 24-hour wait to get the game in, the Redskins played virtually mistake-free basketball.

The Redskins — who ended the season 14-0 in the SBC — will have to win a third game against a league opponent Friday night when they play either Perkins or Edison for the Sectional Championship.

Who the Redskins will play was of little concern to Diels on Monday, as Perkins and Edison weren’t going to play until later in the week.

“We will need to be on the top of our game from here on out. We will focus on one game at a time and hopefully put together a pretty good (tournament) run,” he said. “Nothing can be accomplished if we do not win a sectional title. We will stay with the same approach on offense and de-

ond Street Diner in downtown Port Clinton. There will also be the architectural firm of Thomas Porter, a massage therapy clinic and insurance agency. In all, the eight agencies that made up the original Sutton Center will be joined by roughly 16 new offices of various sizes.

The developers said that the design has been put together to make the facility user-friendly with good traffic flow between the old and new Sutton Centers.

“Ease of networking between all of the agencies was our primary goal with a good flow to the Coffee Shop & Deli and the Conference Center,” said developers Brian Snyder.

For information on office rentals call Snyder at 419-797-6303.

fense that has gotten us to this point.”

Tickets for the 6:15 p.m. game Friday are available at the High School office during school hours at $6 for adults and $4 for students on a pre-sale basis only.

Sandusky High School will also charge a $2 parking fee.

When the Redskins started practice back in November, Diels knew he might have something pretty special. Now he knows.

What were the key factors in making a perfect season happen? “Their trust in each other and the willingness to sacrifice themselves for each other,” the coach said.

He also noted their ability to learn from hard lessons which they experienced the last couple of seasons.

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At 53, Lori Berardi wasn’t ready to stop working and enjoying life.

But cancer changed those plans, and a month before her death Stein Hospice was contacted. Lori spent the last two weeks of her life at our inpatient care center, surrounded by her warm and gregarious family, who circled the bed to cry and sing, pray and laugh.

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Just days before her death, Lori promised her family she would send them a rainbow when she reached heaven. On the day of her funeral, as family and friends filtered out of the church, two brilliant rainbows illuminated the sky.

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Stein Hospice promised Lori and her family to share their journey.

“All the burdens were lifted and all we had to do was love her,” said Lori’s sister, Sue Fawcett. “Stein offered the comfort and suport our family needed during this difficult experience.”

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tions in more than 170 countries all joining their voices in both prayer and song at the same time.

WHEN: 9:30 a.m. to noon WHERE: St. John’s Lutheran Church, 450 Rocky Ridge Road, Rocky Ridge

Ida Rupp Library board meeting

WHEN: 6 p.m.

WHERE: Board room, Ida Rupp Public Library

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World Day of Prayer

WHAT: The theme for the prayerful and musical celebration is “Let Everything that has breath praise God.” This movement brings together women of many races, cultures and tradi-

“Nicholas Nickleby” WHAT: The Friends of the Ida Rupp Public Library will show “Nicholas Nickleby” (2002/UK/PG/132 minutes).

Admission is free and open to the public. A young compassionate man struggles to

save his family and friends from the abusive exploitation of his coldheartedly grasping uncle. Based on the Charles Dickens novel.

WHEN: 7 p.m.

WHERE: Ida Rupp Public Library community rooms.

Entry is through the door on West Third Street.

INFO: 419-732-3212

childcare providers.

WHEN: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

WHERE: Magruder Hospital Conference Center, 615 Fulton St. INFO: Preregistration is required. Class size is limited. Call the Red Cross at 419-734-1100 or e-mail redcross@thirdplanet.net

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WHAT: Children ages 3 to 5 and their favorite adult are invited to the free monthly “Nature Tots” program.

Children will learn how to recognize common animal tracks, make a track craft and listen to a story. If weather permits, we’ll head outside for a short walk, so please dress to be outside.

WHEN: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

WHERE: Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge

Bowl for a cause

WHAT: Churches from Marblehead, Oak Harbor, Port Clinton and Catawba are uniting to raise money to provide food to Haiti in the wake of the Jan. 12 earthquake. The evening will feature bowling, a 50/50 and other raffles with a grand prize one-night stay at Kalahari for a family of four, which includes water park passes. There will also be face painting and balloons for children.

WHEN: 5 to 9 p.m.

WHERE: Harbor Lanes Bowling Alley, Buckeye Boulevard COST: $2 for bowling and $2 for bowling shoes. All the money collected is being sent to “Kids Against Hunger.”

Murder Gets the Vote WHAT: Memoryworks Dinner Theater show: Who killed Sen. Samuel Snootful and the ravishing singer, Suzanne Steamy? Was it Roxanne, the glamorous, provocative wife? Big Orville, the murky mobster?

The reporter who knows more than he should? Or Miss Rare Earth, the flam-

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Ongoing events Fish Fry

WHAT: All-you-can-eat dinner with baked or fried fish, macaroni and cheese, french fries, seasoned potatoes, salad bar, dinner rolls, beverage and a variety of homeboyant environmentalist?

Follow the twists and turns with dogged Detective Horsit until he stumbles upon the startling solution.

WHEN: 7 p.m.

WHERE: Mon Ami, 3845 E. Wine Cellar Road, Port Clinton COST: $25 INFO: 419-960-4208

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Family breakfast

WHAT: All-you-can-eat French toast and sliced ham family breakfast sponsored

by Oak Harbor Knights of Columbus.

WHEN: 9:30 a.m.

WHERE: St. Boniface Catholic Church, Oak Harbor COST: Adults — $5, senior citizens — $4.50, children under 12 — $3 INFO: Call Tom Durbin at 419-898-9112

How Helicopters Fly

WHAT: Meeting of the Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 50; program presented by Andy Overly.

Public is welcome.

WHEN: 1:30 p.m.

WHERE: 2010 Hinde Field, 1819 Boos Road, Huron INFO: 419-239-8292 or http://www.EAA50.org

Musical Arts Series at Firelands

WHAT: Quelque Chose — pianist Greg Kostraba leads a trio with horn and violin.

WHEN: 3 p.m.

WHERE: Firelands Presbyterian Church, 2626 E. Harbor Road, Port Clinton COST: $15 at the door or $100 for seven concerts; students are free INFO: 419-734-6211

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WHAT: The Ottawa County Public Employees Retirees Chapter 82 meeting. The speaker will be Jessica Ford, the Regional Community Affairs Director for Northwest Ohio. She will present information on responsibilities of the Ohio Treasury and available resources. Also speaking will be Brenda Griffith, regional liaison for the Ohio Secretary of State Jennifer Brunner’s office will be presenting information on voting rights. . All PERI and PERS members are welcome to attend.

WHERE: Riverview Nursing Home Senior Center

Attending these educational classes helps parents obtain the knowledge, confidence and support they need during pregnancy and after the birth of their baby. For more information, please call 419-690-7738.

Vascular Screenings

Mon., March 8, 1 – 4 p.m.

Bay Park Community Hospital, Diagnostics Department

Free carotid, aortic and peripheral arterial disease (PAD) testing available. To qualify for the free screenings you must be over the age of 65, or over the age of 50 with a history of one or more of the following risk factors: diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, smoking, or family history of vascular disease. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call 419-690-7845.

Colorectal Cancer Awareness Lunch & Learn

Fri., March 26, Noon – 1 p.m.

Bay Park Community Hospital, Michigan/Superior Room

In honor of National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, Bay Park Community Hospital will host a free Lunch & Learn event in March.

Farid Ahmad, MD, gastroenterologist, will speak about colorectal cancer prevention. To register or for more information, please call 419-291-5899.

Blood drive

WHEN: 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

WHERE: Port Clinton Moose, 1105 N. Lakeshore, Port Clinton INFO: 419-734-1100

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Adult CPR

WHEN: 6 to 10 p.m.

WHERE: Magruder Hospital Conference Center, 615 Fulton St. INFO: Preregistration is required. Class size is limited. Call the Red Cross at 419-734-1100 or e-mail redcross@thirdplanet.net

Pancake Supper

WHAT: Port Clinton’s own Bob Underwood will be the chef for the meal sponsored

by Friends of Port Clinton Parks. The menu includes pancakes, sausage or bacon, fruit cup and beverages.

WHEN: 5 to 7 p.m.

WHERE: St. Thomas Episcopal Church Guild Hall, 214 E. 2nd St. COST: Suggested donations are $6 for adults and $4 for children 10 and under

Tiaze prayer service

WHAT: Prayer in the spirit of the Taize Community is a meditative form of common prayer. The group sings uncomplicated, repetitive songs, uncluttered by too many words. All are invited to attend. Fellowship will follow in the church hall.

WHEN: 7 p.m.

WHERE: St. Joseph Catholic Church, 822, Barclay St., Marblehead

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Blood drive

WHEN: Noon to 5 p.m.

WHERE: St. Paul Lutheran, 541 South Church, Marblehead INFO: 419-734-1100

Infant/Child CPR

WHEN: 6 to 9:30 p.m.

WHERE: Magruder Hospital Conference Center, 615 Fulton St. INFO: Preregistration is required. Class size is limited. Call the Red Cross at 419-734-1100 or e-mail redcross@thirdplanet.net

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Every Thursday, 6 – 8 p.m.

Bay Park Community Hospital, Superior Room

WHEN: 11:30 a.m.

INFO: Reservations must be made by Thursday, March 4, by calling 419-898-5544 or 419-855-8131

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WHEN: 4 to 7 p.m. Fridays WHERE: St. Boniface School, 215 Church St., Oak Harbor COST: $8 for adults, $4 for children 6-12

At Bay Park Community Hospital, we’re committed to offering programs and screenings for the benefit of your health.

For more information, please call ProMedica Total Wellness at 419-291-5826.

All events are held at Bay Park Community Hospital unless otherwise noted.

Complimentary valet parking is available at the main entrance of the hospital Monday – Friday from 7 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

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WHAT: Northcoast Jobs Connection seminar; includes information about applications and resumes in advance of March 27 job fair.

WHEN: 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.

WHERE: Ottawa County Community Resource Centre, 8043 W. Ohio 163, Oak Harbor INFO: Sign up by e-mailing Carol Guice at carol.guice@ yahoo.com or by calling 419-307-1189

Full Cholesterol Check

WHAT: The Magruder Hospital Laboratory will offer a total xholesterol, HDL, LDL and Triglycerides as well as blood pressure and sugar checks for $16. Call 419734-3131, ext. 3420, for appointments.

WHEN: 1 p.m.

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Baumann Auto kicks off 18th Big Charity Raffle It’s time to kick off the 18th annual Baumann Auto Group Big Charity.

Seventeen area charities will be the big winners from this special event. They include Liberty Center of Fremont; Village House of Fremont; Hospice of Memorial Hospital; First Step of Seneca, Sandusky, Wyandot and Wood counties; Safe Harbor of Sandusky; NAMI of Seneca, Sandusky and Wyandot counties; Ruth Ann’s House of Port Clinton; SCAT of Tiffin; Community Hospice of Tiffin; NAMI of Huron

Co.; Easter Seals of Sandusky, Seneca and Ottawa counties; Riders Unlimited; Back to the Wild; United Fund of Norwalk, Wakeman and Monroeville; CASA of Seneca, Sandusky and Wyandot counties; NAMI of Erie and Ottawa counties; and Salvation Army of Ottawa County. The Baumann Auto Group dealerships and the 17 charities will be selling $5 raffle tickets for a chance to win a 2010 vehicle. One hundred percent of every ticket sold will go the the charities. The Baumann Auto Group

is donating the 2010 vehicle for the grand of the previous years, the goal this year is prize. The winner will have the choice of a $70,000.

2010 Chevrolet Camaro or a 2010 Dodge Stop by one of the five convenient locaChallenger. The winning ticket will be tions or one of the 17 charities for tickets. drawn Sept. 25 at Baumann Chrysler Jeep Dodge, 2577 BUYING - BUYING - BUYING W. State St., in Fremont.

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Danbury seniors bond over Wii bowling Walking in the door, you would never know you were entering a senior center. There is plenty of cheering, foot stomping and even a little heckling. You would swear you were at a high school basketball game, but the seniors in Danbury have decided to beat the winter blues by playing the Wii. They just completed a four-week bowling tournament.

Each team comprised of seven individuals; the winning team was cal-

culated by the most points after four weeks of play. Winners “Stanlene’s Terrors” had a total of 3,793 points after the four weeks beating “Emmet’s Warriors” who scored 3,757. Edgewood Manor donated gift cards for each of the members of the winning team.

“We are a unique bunch of people and we never even knew it!,” said Pat Munn, a senior who regularly goes to the Danbury Senior Center and who

coordinated the bowling tournament.

“We come here everyday and talk about our children or the weather, not about ourselves, but this tournament changed that … we really bonded.”

The center is getting ready to begin another tournament, lasting six weeks. If you are interested or would like information on what the Danbury Senior Center has to offer, call Director Paula Shenkel at 419-7984104.

Design Oak Harbor’s 175th anniversary T-shirt The Oak Harbor Area Chamber of Commerce is holding a T-shirt design contest for a Village of Oak Harbor 175th Anniversary t-shirt. There will only be 500 of these anniversary shirts available and they will be printed at the Rocket Shop by River Ridge Creations.

The group is looking for a front and back design, however the back of the T-shirt will have 15 business card sized ads that will need to be incorporated into the design. You may enter a front

side only if you choose. The colors available for the design are red, green and black, and the T-shirts will be white, gray and tan. You may use logos, photos or original drawings and the design may be created on the computer or hand drawn. The design should incorporate the 175th anniversary of the village, as well as be a representation of Oak Harbor itself.

Entries must be submitted to the chamber office by March 22 and the

winner will be announced at the annual Easter Egg Hunt on March 27. The winner will receive the first T-shirt, recognition at the Independence Day Celebration and a spot in the Apple Festival Parade to showcase their design. If you would like to pre-order a shirt to guarantee a specific size/color, place an ad on the back, or have any questions, call the chamber office at 419-898-0479 or e-mail us at chamber@oakharborohio.net.

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The Musical Arts Series at Firelands presents Quelque Chose at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 7, at Firelands Presbyterian Church, East Harbor Road, Port Clinton.

Quelque Chose, a trio of piano, violin and horn, will perform selections by Johannes Brahms, Johann Friedrich Nisle and William Grant Still.

Pianist Greg Kostraba, well-known former Classical Music host of WGTE-FM,

leads the trio. Kostraba earned semi-finalist status at the Fourth Van Cliburn International Piano Competition for Outstanding Amateurs with a performance described as “mesmerizing.” He holds master’s and doctorate degrees from the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, has performed solo piano and chamber music throughout the Midwest in university and museum settings, and has been heard nationwide on National Public Radio’s Performance Today. Kostraba is currently program director at WBAA-AM and FM in West Lafayette, Ind. Joining Kostraba Restaurant and Historic Winery are Rico McNeela on violin and Robert Garcia on horn. McNeela, director Memory Works Dinner Theater of orchestral studies at the March 6th 2010 at 7:00 PM University of Toledo, studcall (419) 960-4208 for information ied at the Cleveland Institute and the Univerand reservations sity of Michigan. He has Weekend Specials! served as a faculty memFriday Night Wine and Dine $46.99 per couple ber of several Midwestern Saturday Seafood Buffet at 4:00 P.M. $28.99 and eastern universities as Sunday Brunch Starting at 10:30 A.M. $17.99 well as on the faculties of several summer music fesSunday Champagne Brunch $21.99 tivals. He has performed Weekend Entertainment extensively as a conductor, Friday the 5th FasTrack 8:30 PM - 12 AM violinist and violist and

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Garcia has performed extensively throughout the Midwest and was a semifinalist in the the American Horn Competition and a finalist in the CCM concerto competition. A native of El Paso, Texas, Garcia holds a master of horn performance from the University of Cincinnati CollegeConservatory of Music. When not playing his horn, Garcia is the senior director of

admissions and financial aid at the Corcoran College of Art and Design, Washington, D.C. Tickets for the concert are $15 and are available at the door. Student admission is free.

A reception to meet the trio will be held following the performance. This concert is made available through the sponsorship of Miller Boat Line, Brands’ Marinas and WGTE.

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The Ottawa County Historical Society’s annual Spring Membership Meeting 2010 will be at noon Sunday, March 21, at the Island House in Port Clinton.

The brunch will feature The Black Swamp Doctor. Step back in time to the great Black Swamp of Northwest Ohio

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Stewart brings home state championship Port Clinton’s Mackenzie Stewart is the new Division II state champion with a time of 205.94 in the 200 IM. The sophomore also took a third in the 100 breaststroke.

But Stewart isn’t the only one with a brag-worthy performance.

The girl’s team finished ninth out of 54 teams, and the boys finished 39th out of 60 teams. Allie Reynolds set a school record leading off the 200 free relay and finished 11th in the 100 free and eighth in the 200 free.

The 400 free relay team of Ashey Zoeller, Allie Reynolds, Mackenzie Stewart and Erin Smith finished seventh; the 200 free relay team of Michelle Hablitzel, Erin Smith, Allie Reynolds and Ashley Zoeller finished 17th; and the medley relay team of Nikki Twarek, Mackenzie Stewart, Kate-

lyn Zam and Erin Smith finished 13th.

On the boys’ side Josh Scott was 24th in the 100 free and Dan Stewart was 20th in the 100 breaststroke. The medley relay team of Michael Long, Josh Scott, David Allen and Dan STEWART Stewart finished 11th; the 200 free relay of Josh Scott, Dan Stewart, Michael Long and AJ Bossiounealt finished 18th; and the 400 free relay of Josh Scott, Micheal Long, David Allen and Christian Raff finished 16th.

In all, 13 Redskins made it to the state meet.

USA SWIMMING CHAMPS Max Hallett-Szymanski, 7; Cooper Stine, 8; and Zoe Hines, 8; set personal best times in the USA Swimming 8 & Under Championships in Youngstown. Stine set two Championship 8-year-old meet records in the 25 breast (21.76) and the 25 free (16.54). Cooper was also fourth in the 50 free (36.78) and 15th in the 25 back (24.65). Zoe Hines was eighth in the 25 fly (21.81), ninth in the 25 back (22.97), 14th in the 25 free (20.71) and 21st in the 50 free (45.45). Max Hallett-Szymanski was fifth in the 25 fly (24.87), 12th in the 50 free (50.27) and 13th in the 50 back (1.03).

Rocket wrestlers bring home District title

BY J. PATRICK EAKEN The Oak Harbor wrestling team capped a tough weekend of wrestling by taking home the overall team championship in the Division II district tournament at Marion Harding High School.

When all the dust had settled, the team had won by 28.5 points over familiar foe Lexington.

Three wrestlers won individual district titles, setting them up for next week’s state tournament. Drew Stone won his second straight district title by defeating an opponent from Padua 3-1. Ian Miller won his second straight district title as well by defeating a Van Wert foe by a fall in 1:27.

Konner Witt would follow Ian’s lead and take an individual title for himself at the 152 pound weight class with a 7-1 victory.

Adding to their sectional championship the previous week, the team is hot heading in to the state tournament next weekend.

Drew Stone, Ian Miller, and Konner Witt all finished as champions in their respective weight classes at districts while Mike Mallernee, Zach Sandwisch, Jake Cramer and Tyler Hackworth also earned state bids. Jake Cramer punched his ticket to state by defeating a Wauseon wrestler in the third place match 10-0. Zach Bergman and Alex Bergman both earned alternate spots at the state wrestling meet by finishing fifth at districts.

The boys will travel to the Schottenstein

Center on the campus of The Ohio State University on Thursday, March 4, to compete at state. Wrestling begins at 3 p.m. and the state finals are slated to begin at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 6.

Junior Tyler Hackworth will take his 31-7 record into the 119 competition; senior Drew Stone is 36-3 heading into the 125 competition; junior Jake Cramer is 40-7 heading into the 140 competition; junior Ian Miller is 37-1 heading into the 145 competition; junior Konner Witt is 45-3 heading into the 152 competition; senior Mike Mallernee is 36-9 heading into the 171 competition; and senior Zach Sandwisch is 30-10 heading into the 285 competition.

Experts say St. Paris Graham, ranked as the nation’s best team, have a sure fire shot at winning at D-II state championship. Graham returns four defending state champions and five other state placers.

Last year, they obliterated a number of team records, scoring 282 points (breaking the old record by an unheard of 53 points) and crowning seven individual state champions, eclipsing a record that had stood for 58 years.

But there is fragmentation after that, putting squads with three or more outstanding wrestlers into a solid placement for a high placement. To on the list is Oak Harbor, says expert Brian Brakeman in a story for the OHSAA Web site, because it quali-

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fied seven out of the Marion district, including top contenders Stone, Miller, and Witt. Other top teams include Cuyahoga Falls Walsh Jesuit, Lewis Center Olentangy, Lexington and Toledo Central Catholic.

Brakeman says there are some exceptional match-up opportunities in Division II. We may see a rematch at 125 pounds, Brakeman says, where defending state champion Johnni DiJulius (Cuyahoga Falls Walsh Jesuit) could well meet his finals opponent from last year, Rocket grappler Drew Stone. That ended with a one-point DiJulius victory last year and this year’s final could be just as close, Brakeman said.

There is an oddity Oak Harbor could be up against at the D-II tournament. Over the years, Ohio has produced some fine female wrestlers, but none that were able to compete at the state meet. However,

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Her first round opponent in the state meet — returning state placer Trevor Fiorucci (Lewis Center Olentangy) — will be a tough opening match-up, but Nemec has proven to be a solid competitor over her varsity career, Brakeman added. She wrestles at 103, so no Rocket will have to take her on, but Crestwood sent five wrestlers to state in all, which could be a challenge for the Rockets’ hopes of at least a runner-up finish.

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Bowlers miss state finals by 69 pins

Port Clinton’s varsity boys bowlers missed on their quest to advance to the OHSAA State Finals by only 69 pins, and freshman Sean Black missed an individual trip to the state finals on a tiebreaker.

“I’m very proud of our boys,” said coach Bob Black.

“There was a great effort at the end of the season, and up until the last two Baker games we were in the hunt for a trip to the state, or even a win. We just missed on getting it done.”

Port Clinton started second with an opening game of 976, but fell to sixth after a subpar second game of 851.

“We didn’t keep up with transition,” said Black. “We needed to swing the ball a little more and were slow to make the adjustment to keep up.”

They rebounded with a 934 game to end up seventh after three regular team games with 2,761. A 1,117-6 game Baker set advanced them to fourth with a 3,878 total.

Black led the ’Skins with games of 258-183-232 for a 673 series. He tied for second out of 96 bowlers with Riley Parent from St. Mary’s who advanced to the state finals by virtue of a higher game, 269-258.

“Sean bowled great today,” said Black. “He only missed one spare all day and ultimately that cost him.

He was perfect in Baker striking or sparing on all 17 frames he bowled. A very good freshman season.”

For PC, Alex Viery rolled a 531 series, Jared Dunn 522, Jordan Wiewandt 509, Jonny Newton 303 for two games, and senior Co-Capt Jeremy Newton a 223 in his final game.

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By J. PATRICK EAKEN The Oak Harbor 200 relay team finished 12th overall in Division II while the Rocket 400 relay team finished 13th in the state. Coach Andrea Sorg said she was very pleased with the performance of the girls, senior Jenna Diekman, senior Olivia Porter, junior Marlee Carpenter and senior Brielle Hanthorn, on these finishes.

In the 200 relay, Oak Harbor finished in a preliminary time of 1:41.22 and in the finals at 1:41.89, scoring 10 points for Oak Harbor. In the 400, the relay team finished with a time of 3:45.27 in the prelim and 3:44.51 in the final, scoring eight points for the Rockets.

Those two events helped the Rockets finish 31st in the state meet with 18 points. Gates Mills Hawkens was the Division II state champions with 333 points, and 54 schools scored points in the D-II girls meet. 

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By J. PATRICK EAKEN The Oak Harbor girls’ basketball team closed its regular season with a 50-41 victory over Margaretta, improving to 8-11 on the season and finishing at 7-7 in the Sandusky Bay Conference.

The Rockets grabbed a quick 16-6 first quarter lead and expanded that to 27-15 at halftime. The Polar Bears outscored the Rockets 25-23 in the second half, but it was too late for Margaretta as the Rockets took down the perennial SBC power for the second time this season.

In the final quarter, Oak Harbor connected on 13 of 18 free throws to put away any chances the Polar Bears would complete their comeback. For the game, Oak Harbor was 13 of 21 from the charity stripe.

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Co-captain Abby Zurvalec had nine points, Rachel Hegemier had four points, co-captain Lawren Adams had three and Allison Dunn had two From the field, Oak Harbor made 17 of 38 shots (45 percent) and Margaretta hit on 10 of 52 (19 percent).

Margaretta out-rebounded Oak Harbor 26 to 23 as Kayla Diefenthaler and Adams each brought down five caroms for the Rockets. Each team had 18 assists, while Oak Harbor was led by Lipstraw with six “dimes.” The Rockets were guilty of 18 turnovers, the Polar Bears 19.

The Rocket girls’ season came to quick end in the tournaments. Thirdseeded Bellevue defeated fifth-seeded

Oak Harbor 64-44 in the opening round of the Division II sectional tournament Feb. 24 at Sandusky High School. Bellevue then lost in the sectional final to Perkins, 62-49, which faces Mansfield Madison in a district semifinal this Thursday night at Ashland High School.

Oak Harbor boys (5-15) were to begin tournament play against Toledo Scott (3-15) Tuesday night, and if the Rockets won they were to play Rossford (13-7) this Friday night at Oregon Clay’s Harold Potter Field House at 8 p.m. A Division II sectional championship would move the Rockets to the Bowling Green State University district next week, held at Anderson Arena.

The Rocket boys closed the season with a 55-50 loss to Margaretta (109) in a make-up game played last Saturday afternoon.

Danbury seniors play final home game On Saturday, Feb. 27, the Danbury Lakers lost to the Ottawa Hills Green Bears by a score of 48-40. It was the last regular season game for five senior players who played their final home game of their career. The five seniors included: Rodney Johnson, Vincent Manuella, Tyler Boring, Nathan Hartman and Steven Feyedelem.

“The seniors had some very nice team and individual accomplishments during their careers,” said Coach Joe Miller. “We wish them the very best in their post-basketball endeavors.”

Hunter Stephens had a terrific game for the Lakers. He scored 21 points and grabbed 11 rebounds to lead the Lakers. Tyler Boring added 9 points, four rebounds, and three blocked shots, while Vincent Manuella tallied 4 points, four assists, three rebounds and three steals. Steven Feyedelem, Lucas Kennedy and Dakota Hruby each scored 2 points for Danbury.

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Danbury girls The Danbury girls’ basketball season came to an end in the first round of the Division IV sectional tournament, losing to Fremont St. Joseph Central Catholic 33-29 at Norwalk High School Feb. 23. St. Joseph then lost to Norwalk St. Paul 48-45 in the sectional final.

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Brandon Burke had 12 points. Dalton Chapman had 4 points and five assists for the Lakers.

On Monday, Febr. 22, the Danbury Lakers lost to the Maumee Valley Hawks by a score of 46-40.

Stephens led the Laker attack with 14 points and 11 rebounds. Tyler Boring contributed 10 points, seven rebounds and seven blocked shots, while Vincent Manuella added 8 points and five assists.

The JV team lost to Maumee Valley by a score of 50-38. Leading the way for the Lakers was Brandon Burke with 12 points and three rebounds.

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points. Dakota Hruby had 9 points and five rebounds and Corey Schenk had 6 points and eight rebounds.

On Tuesday, Feb. 23, the Danbury Lakers lost to the Margaretta Polar Bears by a score of 48-30.

Stephens was the only Laker to hit double digits. He scored 12 points and grabbed six rebounds. Tyler Boring had 6 points, 10 rebounds and three blocked shots, while Lucas Kennedy and Vincent Manuella each scored 5 points for the Lakers.

The Laker JV team was also defeated by Margaretta by a score of 49-16.

Dalton Chapman had 4 points and 4 rebounds to lead Danbury.

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Financial Focus

What does low inflation mean for bond owners?

If you’re like many people, you may pay a lot of attention to the day-today price movements of your investments. But to create and maintain an effective investment strategy, you also need to look at the “big picture” — specifically, the economic and market forces that can affect your investments’ performance. And one of those factors is inflation.

Of course, inflation has been fairly tame lately. In fact, some consumer prices fell through much of 2009, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Will the mild inflation environment continue?

It’s risky to try to predict the course of any economic development. Yet some key signs point to continued low inflation. For one thing, unemployment remains stubbornly high.

Fewer people working means fewer people spending, which lowers the demand for goods and services. Also, we are currently not producing anywhere near as much as we could, given our productive capacity, according to the Federal Reserve (Fed). When this gap exists, the economy can typically expand without triggering higher inflation.

If inflation does remain low for the near term, the Fed is unlikely to raise short-term interest rates significantly; it typically raises rates in an effort to

“cool down” an overheated economy.

Consequently, if inflation stays low, you may be looking at continued low interest rates, at least for a while. This would affect all types of investments, but it’s especially relevant to fixedincome vehicles, such as bonds.

Assuming short-term rates stay low for a while, what opportunities should you consider for your bonds?

For one thing, you may want to expand your holdings beyond shortterm bonds; longer-term bonds usually offer higher interest rates as compensation for inflation risk, which increases over time.

If interest rates do rise, however, the value of existing bonds tends to fall; no one will pay you the face value of your bond when newer ones are issued at higher rates. But because they have a long future stream of interest payments that wouldn’t keep up with current rates, long-term bonds typically adjust more than short-term ones.

To protect yourself against interest rate risk — the risk that your bonds will lose value if rates rise — you may want to consider building a “ladder” containing bonds of varying maturities. When rates rise, you might be able to reinvest the proceeds of your short-term bonds into new ones that carry the higher rates. And if rates

fall, you’ll still collect larger interest payments from your longer-term bonds — which would also typically fetch a premium price if you needed to sell them before they matured.

Keep in mind, though, that while a bond ladder may help protect you somewhat against interest rate risk, you need to consider other factors, such as credit risk — the risk that the bond issuer will default or be unable to make principal or interest payments — and market risk — the risk that you could lose some or all of your principal as the value of your bonds fluctuates.

You can help combat these risks by considering quality, investmentgrade bonds.

If it’s suitable for your investment objectives, risk tolerance and financial circumstances, a bond ladder may help you prepare for changes in inflation and interest rates. And by being prepared, you can avoid negative behaviors, such as hasty decisions and excessive trading, while you position your portfolio to help achieve your long-term goals.

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713 Ottawa Dr.—Nicely maintained ranch with updated kitchen and bath. Attached one car garage and an additional 36 x 14’ building that includes another 1 car garage, workshop, work area and bonus/sunroom.

Brick paved patio with arbor and perennial garden. Howardhanna.com/906861 $99,500 CHERYL HETRICK 419-2020144

4434 Harbor’s Edge Catawba—Beautifully customized furnished CIC condo on golf course. Quality construction. This second floor condo has a private elevator.

There is a 2 car attached garage with a side load golf cart garage. Fabulous views from this special condominium.

Many amenities with a membership to CIC. Boating, tennis, golf, swimming, fitness center, dining. Howardhanna.com/903681 $375,000 MARK HARTLINE 419-3419999

11245 Bayshore Rd Marblehead—Over 4500 sq ft of living space includes Amish built cabinetry and in floor heat. This two story timber frame home is embraced with unique water views of Lake Erie and sets on a landscaped knoll giving you spectacular water views! Howardhanna. com/903070 $799,900 MARGARET LENTHE 419-3412014

BY APPOINTMENT 1641 Starboard Catawba—54' dock at your door! 1994 Nicely furnished manufactured home with Florida Room - very spacious! You own the lot and dock and have on site winter boat storage. Affordable waterfront living! Howardhanna. com/906479 $189,900 KARMEN LUCAS 419-656-9188 1424 McCloy Catawba—Tucked away in the heart of it all! Dockage available. Concrete drive with carport, room for toys.

Open floor plan and spacious rooms...skylites, whirlpool bath and sunroom. $158,500 Howardhanna.com/906263 KARMEN LUCAS 419-656-9188123 Oak St. Port Clinton—Come play or stay in this year round 3 bed home only ½ block from lake/ beach. Entertain on the enclosed porch or backyard patio. Hardwood floor throughout lower level, full basement, garage.

Home warranty included. Howardhanna.com/904205 $90,000 KARMEN LUCAS 419-656-9188

LAND “Affordable Living on the Water” 419-797-2100 • Fax: 419-341-0865 sales@catawbabay.info 5050 E. Muggy Road, Port Clinton, Ohio

O E. Main Marblehead—A hidden wonderland! Glacial grooves and quarry/water view on one side with Lake and Condo resort development on the other! Wooded, 3.244 acres for your home or development! Howardhanna.com/20100373 $275,700 KARMEN LUCAS 419-656-91885019 Blue Teal Dr. Catawba—Catawba Bay lot sloped for walk-out basement with pond and wooded backyard. Development features private dockage, pool and clubhouse. Howardhanna.com/706917 $84,900 CHERYL HETRICK 419-202-0144

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