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2010 CENSUS

Make yourself count Officials urge locals to return form

BY ANGIE ADAIR Editor By now, most Ottawa County residents have received a 2010 census form but unfortunately, many have not returned it.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau Web site, Ottawa County’s mail participation rate to date is 54 percent — tied with Morgan County for the lowest response in the state and well below the national average of 62 percent.

If returns remain sluggish, local residents could suffer.

A low turnout could result in resources from government being sent to other areas of the country, said Chris Galvin, Ottawa County Director of the United Way. It could mean the loss of a seat in Congress in Northwest Ohio.

Filling out the census form itself is an easy task.

“It is ten questions in ten minutes, no questions about income or social security numbers,” said Jim Sass, Ottawa County Commissioner. “It is very unobtrusive and there really is no good reason to not fill it out.”

There are, on the other hand, plenty of good reasons to fill it out. The numbers

Birds bring crowds to coast Thousands expected for Biggest Week in American Birding

BY ANGIE ADAIR Editor The tourists will be coming to the area early this year. A birding event planned during the peak of spring warbler migration will draw thousands to the Lake Erie Marsh region.

The Biggest Week in American Birding is May 6-16. The inaugural festival, hosted by the Black Swamp Bird Observatory, Tropical Birding, Kaufman Field Guides, Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge and Magee Marsh Wildlife Area, features workshops, day trips and key-

note speakers — all for free.

The festival will accept 1,200 registrants for the official activities including participants from as far away as Guam.

But, according to Kim Kaufman, executive director of the Black Swamp Bird Observatory, thousands more will flock to see the warblers.

“To have birding this close is remarkable,” Kaufman said. “It’s such a great marketing vehicle for the area. Once you get them here, the place just sells itself.”

The tourists will bring with them a love of the outdoors and money to

spend. They stay in hotels, eat in restaurants and spend money around Ottawa

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“In spring, the pace of migration really heats up. Hormones are kicking in and the birds are in an all-out mad dash to return to the breeding grounds. The broad migration routes they follow from the tropics up through the U.S. eventually narrow, and by the time they reach the Lake Erie Marshes of Ottawa County millions of migrating songbirds are ‘piled up’ in these small remaining areas of wooded habitat along the Lake Shore. As they travel along, the daunting sight of Lake Erie causes them to pause and come down into small remaining patches of habitat to rest and “refuel” to give them the energy they need to cross the Lake. The Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge and Magee Marsh Wildlife Area represent some of the best remaining ‘stopover’ habitat in the area, and the small patches of wooded areas at the Lake’s edge can be absolutely crazy with birds on many days during spring migration. There are no other places in the Western Hemisphere where bird enthusiasts can see this dazzling diversity of species that right here in our own ‘backyard.’”

Birders gather at Magee Marsh to catch a glimpse during the spring migration.

This year, birders will be out in droves for the Biggest Week in American Birding.

The 2010 Census is a count of everyone living in the United States and is mandated by the U.S. Constitution. Census data are used to apportion congressional seats to states, to distribute more than $400 billion in federal funds to tribal, state and local governments each year and to make decisions about what community services to provide. The 2010 Census form is one of the shortest in U.S. history, consisting of 10 questions, taking about 10 minutes to complete. Strict confidentiality laws protect the respondents and the information they provide. http://2010.census.gov

Kim Kaufman, executive director Black Swamp Bird Observatory

Tell Tales

Fundraiser benefits winning program The exploits of the Port Clinton boys’ basketball team is still all the buzz around town.

It is kind of a shame that the year 13 PCHS swimmers made state, and Mackenzie Stewart won Port Clinton’s first-ever individual swimming title, was the same year the basketball team almost went all the way.

Fortunately, Mackenzie is only a sophomore.

Speaking of the Redskins, Jeff

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Fans invited to b-ball banquet The Port Clinton High School Varsity Boys Basketball team awards banquet will be 5:30 p.m.

April 18 at the PC Elks Lodge.

Coaches and players are inviting any interested fans to attend the event to re-cap the incredible season. Tickets will be $10 and include a taco bar dinner. Seating is limited so tickets will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis at the PCHS Main Office during regular hours (8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.)

Those who attend are encouraged to wear their favorite PC basketball T-shirt.

This number is based on the mail participation rates as of Tuesday afternoon.

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Sound Off Mayor shows full support To the citizens of Port Clinton, I am writing in response to the letter submitted to The Beacon by Tom Mallory, concerning the absence of the leadership of Port Clinton at the Mansfield deployment ceremony. I feel the letter was not a fair representation of her level of support. Mayor Debbie Hymore-Tester attended two previous deployment ceremonies in support of the 200th Red Horse. She called and explained to me that she would be on vacation during the Mansfield ceremony. I told her I understood. Her commitment to the 200th Red Horse was reflected in her presentation as she thanked us for serving our country and community and wished us the best, offering her prayers for our safe return home.

Tester serves on the executive committee at Camp Perry and has attended many of our events, fundraisers, open houses, training events, the Red Horse Golf Outing and various governmental meetings throughout Ottawa County. Tester has been highly supportive of the unit and I am very comfortable that she will continue to be so. The level of support we have received from the mayor as well as the entire local community is incredible and most units would be as thrilled as I am to receive the local support we have.

To all I, would like to thank you for the support we have received in preparing for this deployment, the support makes a difficult task a lot easier.

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Redskins teach Life Lesson When I watched our boys exit the court in the final seconds of the Division II Boys State Basketball Tournament in Columbus, I was fighting back the tears as I realized something very special was coming to an end. My mind flashed back to where the journey began, when I watched this group of boys play in their first middle school game. I said to myself at that time that these

boys had the potential to do something special. Little did I know that they would far exceed any of my expectations. I have witnessed a group of young boys with big dreams develop into a group of fine young men who have proved that by hard work, determination and being unselfish, great things can happen. And did I mention their HEART? This is a group that when the odds were stacked against them and when it would have been easy to give up, found it within themselves to dig deeper and find a way to prevail. While we were a witness to the great things they were doing on the court, I don’t think they knew it, but they were teaching us life lessons individually and as a community of what it takes to be successful. This group truly is special and they will surely be missed but they will never be forgotten. They have given our community much to be proud of and have set new standards and goals for future student athletes to strive for and achieve.

It would be unfair not to acknowledge our coaching staff and school administrators for their hard work and providing an environment that allows our kids to flourish. Our Pep Band was awesome as usual and our cheerleaders have restored pride, spirit and respect to the program. Things are looking bright for our future.

In a year that the community has seen and felt an abundance of heartache, I would like to say THANK YOU to our boys. I wish each of you the best as many of you will take different roads after graduation. Although you will never play together on the court as a team, you share a special bond and memories among yourselves, your classmates and your community that will last a lifetime. As you turn the page on this piece of history, remember what’s made you great … big dreams, hard work, determination, unselfishness and heart. Apply these each day of your life and you will always find success. Thanks for the lessons you have taught us and the memories we will always share. You have done more for our community than you will ever know.

Craig Trick and family, Port Clinton

Easter Egg Hunt

Debi, Todd, Demi & Tyler Heiks, Toft’s, Tom Knoop, Tonya Price, Tri-Motor Sales, Inc., US Bank, Valerie Winterfield and Wistinghausen Florist and Greenhouses.

The Oak Harbor Area Chamber of Commerce and Easter Egg Hunt Chairwoman Debi Heiks

The Easter Egg Hunt has been a tradition in Oak Harbor for more than 60 years. The Oak Harbor Area Chamber of Commerce held the annual event this year under sunny skies on the lawn of Adolphus Kraemer Park.

More than “eggcited” children found their eggs and received numbers for their special candy bags located at the downtown businesses. There were 30 Golden Eggs in the hunt, and those who had the lucky number received a special gift basket provided by the local businesses. We would like to pass along big thank yous to the merchants and the individuals who contributed to this year’s Easter Candy Hunt Event. Once again, a community and volunteers working together have brought family and friends into our Village for a day of fun.

We would like to thank the following: 2009-2010 Apple Festival Royalty Court and families, A Cut Apart, All American Services/Danny Rife, American Family Insurance/Mascot, Amy Lutman, Ashley Insurance Group, Boy Scout Troop 316, Brush Wellman, Carroll Township, Class A Dance Studio, Community Markets, Cottage Creations, Curiosity Shoppe, Dave’s Plumbing & Heating, Denny’s Gulf Service, Dr. Laub and Associates, Dr. Molly Judge, DPM, Drown’s Dairy, Druckenmiller Agency, Edward Jones/Jeff Chio, Jim Phillips Excavating, Julie’s Jammin Jewels/ Julie Solis, Kendra Hetrick, Kidsville News Mascot-Truman, Koepke Insurance, Kohli and Christie, Kurt’s BP, Liberty Tax Service, Lisa Reedy, Magruder Hospital, Mayor Fred Conley, McDonalds, Moore Orchards, Nationwide Insurance, Oak Harbor Hardware Store, Oak Harbor Police Dept., Oak Harbor Streets Dept., Oak Harbor Veterinary, Oak Harbor VFW Post 8732, Pastor Steve Fish, Paul Gdovicak, Rick Spangler, Rob Monak, Rob Pauley, RvI, Inc., Ryan Ambrozy, Spangler Motors, Sprouse Insurance, St. Bonore Financial, Subway, The National Bank of Oak Harbor, The Ottawa County Exponent, The Village of Oak Harbor,

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Obama’s health care The Congressional Budget Office analysis of the 2011 budget predicts a massive escalation in government debt that could change our way of life forever. Paul Ryan, the ranking Republican on the House Budget Committee says that the 2011 budget will literally crash the U.S. economy.

According to the CBO’s new report, President Obama and a Democrat-controlled Congress are in the process of running up a $1.5 trillion deficit for 2010. That equals 10.3 percent of the GDP, making this the first year since World War 11 that the federal government has run a double–digit deficit. Over the next 10 years, according to CBO, the government’s annual net interest payments will triple as a percent of GNP. A letter, two weeks ago to Obama and members of congress signed by 130 economists predicted the legislation would discourage companies from hiring more workers and would cause reduced hours and wages for those already employed.

Caterpillar, Inc, the world’s largest construction machinery manufacturer said the Health Care Bill would increase the company’s health care cost by $100 million in the first year alone. AT&T said it would take $1 billion in the first quarter of 2010 to cover changes in US Health Care Law. AT&T and other firms have pointed out the impact of the reform, which includes elimination of a tax break to companies providing medication coverage to their retired employees could significantly add to cost.

There appears a certain dichotomy of facts here about public opinion. The American public according to all polls was against this Health Care Bill and yet Obama’s approval rating was up after the passage of the bill.

Talk about the fickleness of the American electorate!

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Obituaries Charles F. Meachen July 4, 1925 — April 3, 2010 Charles F. Meachen, 84, of Port Clinton, passed away Saturday, April 3, at the University of Toledo Medical Center.

Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m.

Wednesday, April 7, in the Gerner-Wolf-Walker Funeral Home and Crematory, 216 Washington St., Port Clinton. Funeral services will be conducted

by Rev. James Lehman at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, April 8, at St. John Lutheran Church, Port Clinton, with visitation one hour prior to the service. Interment will

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Terry Mohr June 29, 1960 — April 1, 2010 Terry Lee Mohr, 49, of Port Clinton, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 1, at Stein Hospice Care Center in Sandusky.

There will be no visitation at the Neidecker, LeVeck & Crosser Funeral Home. Private graveside services will be conducted at the Locust Point Cemetery, Carroll Township, with the Rev. Eric Martin officiating.

Engagement NighswanderPhelps

Aubrey Lee Nighswander and Justin Phelps have announced their engagement.

Nighswander, of Annapolis, Md., is the daughter of Dave and Marty Nighswander, of Port Clinton.

She is a 2005 graduate of Port Clinton High School, a 2009 graduate of St. John’s College in Annapolis, Md., and currently works as a chiropractic assistant. Following the wedding, she will pursue her doctorate of naturopathy at NUHS in Chicago.

The groom, son of Woody Phelps and Lynn Berens, of Cininnati, is also

an Annapolis resident. He is a 2007 St. John’s College graduate and he is working on a master’s degree from American University in Washington, D.C. Phelps is currently employed as a computer analyst with I-Jet in Annapolis.

The wedding is set for Aug. 7 at Port Clinton Yacht Club.

Births • A baby boy was born March 30 at Firelands Regional Medical Center,

Sandusky, to Treena and Zachary Kihlken, of Marblehead.

Marriage License • Nathan C. Ward, 20, piercer, Sandusky, and Mary Elizabeth Allen, 22, Port Clinton.

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Diabetes support

Whiskey Light Ceremony

WHAT: Marshall Brink, licensed athletic trainer at Magruder, will be back to the monthly meeting expanding on contraindications, benefits and proper food consumption before, during and after exercise.

Participants are welcome to bring their own lunch or purchase one in the Fulton Street Café and bring it to the meeting.

Coffee, tea and water will be provided.

WHAT: The season kicks off officially when the Whiskey Light comes on at the Roundhouse Bar. Ray Fogg performs during the annual show.

WHEN: Noon WHERE: Conference Center, Magruder Hospital INFO: www.magruderhospital.com; 419734-3131, ext. 3544

VIP Club trip info WHAT: Magruder Hospital’s VIP Club is holding two informational sessions about its plans for two one-day trips and one multi-day trip between now and the end of the year. Friends and family of VIP members can participate in the trips. Edgewood Manor and Otterbein Northshore are helping to sponsor the getaways. The VIP Club is for anyone 60+, and applications can be found in the Fulton Street Café and the gift shop.

Ongoing events Lighthouse meeting WHAT: Monthly meeting of the Marblehead Lighthouse Historical Society.

WHEN: 2 p.m.

WHERE: Roundhouse Bar, Put-in-Bay

WHEN: 7 p.m. the third Thursday of each month

Wreck of the Carol Sue II

WHERE: Activity room, Otterbein North Shore Retirement Community

WHAT: Georgann and Michael Wachter, authors of “Erie Wrecks East,” will present the Wreck of the Carol Sue II, featuring the experiences of Port Clinton resident Jim Wilson, a survivor of the sinking of the Carol Sue II.

Alzheimer’s Support Group WHEN: 9 to 10 a.m. the second Monday of each month

WHEN: 2 p.m. Sunday, April 11 WHERE: Ida Rupp Public Library

WHERE: Magruder Hospital Conference Center

Spring Into Happiness

INFO: 419-734-3131, ext. 3363

WHEN: 9:30 a.m. or 2 p.m.

WHAT: The Ottawa County Senior Activities Committee Big Band dance will feature the Night Session Big Band, hors d’oeuvres, door prizes and raffles. Those 21 and over welcome. All proceeds will go to benefit the Ottawa County Senior Renewal Levy. The event is sponsored by Walker Family Funeral Homes and Otterbein North Shore Retirement Living.

WHERE: Fulton Street Café

WHEN: 2 to 5 p.m.

INFO: www.magruderhospital.com

WHERE: Community Markets VFW Memorial Hall, 215 W. Main St., Oak Harbor

Blood drive

Health screening

COST: Admission is $10 per person in advance or $12 at the door. Tickets are available at all Ottawa County Senior Center locations.

WHERE: Bethel United Brethren Church, 2920 Ohio 590, Elmore

WHAT: The Magruder Hospital Laboratory will offer a full cholesterol check (Total Cholesterol, HDL, LDL, Triglycerides) as well as blood pressure and blood sugar checks for $16 WHEN: 1 p.m. Appointments for this can be made by calling 419-734-3131, ext.

3420.

INFO: www.magruderhospital.com

INFO: Call Juanita Mills-Persely for reservations or info at 419-341-1080.

April 12

April 12

Blood pressure screenings WHEN: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

April 10

April 10

Early Bird Party WHAT: All of you early bird boaters, visitors and islanders meet at the Pump to start the party.

WHEN: Noon WHERE: The Village Pump, 103 W. Lakeshore Dr., Kelleys Island INFO: 419-746-2281; kelleysislandchamber.com

BIRDING from 1A County — something the BSBO works to help the businesses take advantage of.

“We are trying to find ways to help businesses be more birder-friendly,” she said.

The group has set up a Birds and Business Alliance Program offering businesses listings on their Web site and in their publications and to learn more about birding.

“The interesting thing about this whole birding phenomenon is that people around the world know more about it than the locals,” Kaufman said. “We want to change that.”

Black Swamp Bird Observatory For information, contact Kim Kaufman at 419-8984070 or visit the Black Swamp Bird Observatory online at www.bsbobird.org.

More online For a list of birds to expect in the area, festival events, conservation initiatives and more, visit www. biggestweekinamericanbirding.com

Kelleys Island 1810-1861.

WHEN: 7 to 8:15 p.m.

WHERE: Meeting room at Birchard Public Library, 423 Croghan St., Fremont

April 15

April 15

WHEN: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sandusky County Republican Women’s Spring Banquet WHAT: The event will host an interesting slate of speakers, including the Republican candidates for state representative, court of appeals, Sandusky County commissioner and state central committee

WHERE: Danbury Senior Center, 8470 E. Harbor Road, Lakeside-Marblehead

WHEN: 6:30 p.m.

Blood drive

INFO: Peg Rettig at 419-547-8033

WHERE: Ole Zim’s Wagon Shed, 1375 Ohio 590, Gibsonburg

WHEN: Noon to 6 p.m.

WHERE: Oak Harbor United Methodist Church, 360 E. Ottawa St., Oak Harbor

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April 16

History of Kelleys Island

Mr. Ed’s 4th Island PJ Party

WHAT: Local author, Leslie Korenko, will present a slide-show program on the early history of Kelleys Island based on her book

INFO: 419-285-1000; mredsputinbay.com

WHERE: Mr. Ed’s Bar, Put-in-Bay

CENSUS from 1A from this year’s census will be used for planning and allocation of funds for the next 10 years. According to Sass, lots of things are decided with this data, from job training dollars to funding for hospitals, roads and infrastructure projects.

An accurate count would allow the government to plan for future needs and allow for projections to be more accurate and cost effective.

“What we are looking for is an accurate snapshot of the makeup of Ottawa County on 1 April 2010,” Sass said.

Galvin said she sees filling out the census as a civic responsibility — one with significant consequences.

“Census data is used for government funding and that is one important thing. However in the non-profit sector we use census data for background for grant applications to private foundations. The data is also used in decisions about the allocation of resources,” Galvin said.

Census forms were sent out last month and many local households have received a second one.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the second forms were sent to approximately 40 million housing units in areas that had below-average response rates in the 2000 Census.

“Census Bureau and a multitude of private sector research shows that sending a replacement questionnaire to households can significantly increase response rates in the end,” Census Bureau Director Robert Groves said. “We estimate that the second mailing could increase America’s mail participation rate in the 2010 Census by 7 to 10 percentage points, and doing so would save taxpayers more than $500 million.”

Those who fail to return one of these forms by mid-April can expect a census worker at their door.

The 2009-2010 Port Clinton Redskin Boys Basketball Team is extremely grateful to our many fans who have supported us this season.

We are also grateful for the generous donations we received.

Thank you to the entire community.

SBC Champions

Sectional Champions

District Champions Regional Champions

District II State Runner-Up 26-1

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‘Buds are out on the maple trees’

This past Sunday was Easter Day. And that was the day I really looked at the shrubs and trees in the yard and also spent some time looking at what garden plants and flowers are “up” and how they are maturing. I was alone for the afternoon and evening and that was a good way to spend some quiet, reflective time.

Here is just some of what I saw: Buds are out on the maple trees. A

couple of other trees actually are in leaf, but the leaves are tiny and have a long way to go before the tree will look green from a distance. Tulips and magic lilies are well out of the ground and the foliage is about a foot tall. It won’t be long now before the tulips bloom. Sedum plants (live forevers) are poking out of the ground. The forsythia is in full bloom. And the grass is very green. That looks great.

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Another sign of spring time: friends on Kelleys Island e-mailed and said the ferries are running on a regular schedule back and forth to Marblehead. And I’ve heard unofficially that the Miller Boats are running to the Bass Islands. The first freighter (and possibly more — I don’t know) have been to the loading dock at Marblehead. During supper at the Moose on Monday evening, we saw some small boots scooting across the lake’s flat and shimmering surface — and that was very beautiful. Can summer be far behind when ferries are running and freighters and small boats are seen on the lake? nnn

Well, Easter weekend was a time of minor injuries for me. I nicked my right

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Can any of you readers help me with this? I am looking for romance novels written by Elizabeth Lowell. She also writes under the names of Ann Maxwell and A.E. Maxwell and perhaps other pseudonyms. At present I’m interested in the contemporary romances more than her historical novels and not at all interested in her science fiction works. If anyone has any they want to get rid of, please call 419-734-2753 or e-mail ginny@ nwonline.net to let me know what titles you have. I’d also be interested in hearing about your favorite Elizabeth Lowell contemporary books. Many years ago I read one that I thought was great and have not been able to remember the name of it. If I read it again, I’d likely recognize it. nnn

The latest “Put-In-Bay Gazette” announced on its first page that the annual “Blessing of the Fleet” will take place on the island at the end of Fox’s Dock. Time is 11 a.m. on April 27. nnn

Stein Hospice has several support groups and some of them are, of course, to provide assistance to people whose loved ones have recently died. But did you know that there are also groups for people who are survivors of divorce and for families who have a loved one in military service who is deployed? There is also a group called “Tough Cookies,” for children age 7-12 who have sustained a loss through the separation or divorce of parents or are having a rough time because of temporary or permanent placement outside their own homes. “Next Step” is for older children in the same situation.

Call 419-625-5269 and talk with Hope Seavers about a group that might be helpful to you or to someone you know.

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Congratulations to Deborah Stephens.

She has been promoted to assistant vice president, treasurer and cashier at The Marblehead Bank. She has worked in several positions at the bank since being employed there in 1991. nnn

And congratulations, also, to Deborah Rossman. She has been named as the new director at the Ida Rupp Library at Port Clinton. She has a masters degree from Kent State University and is well experienced in library work. According to the library’s Board of Trustees, Rossman will assume her duties on April 12. nnn

The current class of Leadership Ottawa County encourages all residents to “Shop Local” as its project for the year.

This is in response to the fact that Ottawa County now tops all Ohio counties in its unemployment rate. We are now at 19.8 percent. By shopping in Ottawa County, more people become employed here. The Leadership Class has several projects under way to bring attention to this focus. nnn

Mary Hartman wrote to say that the members of the Marblehead Lighthouse Historical Society are getting ready for another busy year at the Lighthouse and adjoining museum. They plan another annual Nature and Nautical craft and gift sale this summer. If you have items to donate, call Mary at 419-798-4877. She can also give you more details. nnn

It’s great that Danbury Township Trustee Dianne Rozak has been featured in the “Ohio Township News” latest magazine.

She is profiled in the “In the Spotlight” column. This is devoted information about trustees who serve in outstanding and innovative ways. Her interview may be of help to townships all across Ohio. nnn

Joe Riojas called to let me know that there will be an inaugural Motorcycle, Car and Truck Show on Saturday, June 5.

This will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will honor the minister at LaPointe United Methodist Church where the show will take place. Any vehicle, old or new, will be welcome and it will cost only $10

For a good program, contact Peggy Debien, curator of the Ottawa County Historical Museum. She can tell you all about the museum’s new building expansion and new exhibits and displays. Call the museum at 419-732-2237. It’s open now on Wednesday afternoons from noon until 3 p.m. and extended hours will begin on Memorial Day.

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thumb when cutting forsythia to use in a floral arrangement. I cut my left index finger with a paring knife while trying to slit open a packet of crackers. I got a slight burn on my thumb while lighting a candle down in a glass jar. And I jammed the tip of my finger when taking down a folding table. After all that I went and took a nap. I figured I couldn’t do myself any damage while I was asleep!

An item from the Bellefontaine Examiner online MOYER reports that PCHS grad Jim Stein, son of Dick and Rosella Stein, of Port Clinton, received the Sportsmanship, Integrity and Ethics Award from the Ohio High School Athletic Association. The yearly award is given to one coach from each of the sanctioned sports in Ohio. Stein has coached the girls’ tennis team at Bellefontaine for 31 years and is beginning his 32nd year as boys coach. His teams have 648 victories,

Mark Thursday, April 22, down on your calendar for the annual Port Clinton Kiwanis Spaghetti Dinner at St. John Lutheran Church. Tickets are available from any Kiwanian for $7. Mark Giaco (Arby’s) handles all the meal prep and makes an absolutely delicious genuine Italian sauce … not to be missed. nnn

The Ballet School is getting ready to start a new six-week ZUMBA Fitness Class on April 12. Morning and evening classes are now being offered. ZUMBA fuses hypnotic musical rhythms and tantalizing moves (MaryAnn Snider’s words) to create a dynamic workout system designed to be fun and easy to do. ZUMBA instructor is Jenn Kolar. For information, call The Ballet School at 419-734-6064.

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Marie Wehenkel, a graduate student in the lab of Dr. Kyung Bo Kim, has been selected by the University of Kentucky Graduate School to receive one of eight Presidential Fellowships for the 2010-2011 academic year.

The Presidential Fellowship is a competitive fellowship awarded based on academic achievement, significance of research and the nominee’s potential as a good representative of UK. Prior to joining the pharmaceutical sciences graduate program in 2006, Wehenkel earned a bachelor of science degree in biological chemistry from Kent State University.

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Fifty-one Terra Community College students were inducted March 25 into the Alpha Mu Epsilon chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, a national two-year college honor society.

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Jack Fatica, professor in accounting at Terra, spoke to the inductees about academic scholarship.

Phi Theta Kappa recognizes and encourages scholarship among associate degree students who are invited to membership on the basis of scholarly achievement, leadership, citizenship, character and faculty recommendation.

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Members of the team are: Allie Blankenship, Gaberiel DeFreitas, Ty Gallogly, Summer Magi, Nick Reineck and McKenzie Stine. The Academic Challenge advisor is Sara Logsdon.

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Oak Harbor-Penta FFA continue water quality work

By BEKAH LATTEA FFA Reporter The Oak Harbor-Penta FFA Chapter has received a grant from the United States Department of Agriculture titled Living 2 Serve.

The FFA Chapter members were required to complete a preactivity survey for the USDA. The Chapter has purchased $1,000 of water test equipment, that will be used in the Portage River on April 29 at the Ohio 590 bridge near Brush Wellman Inc. The senior class FFA students, along

with Mr. Morse’s fifth grade class from Rocky Ridge and staff from the Ottawa Soil and Water Conservation District will be working in the water to identify macro and micro invertebrate animals to help determine water quality.

These students will also be testing the turbidity, nitrogen levels, phosphorus levels, potassium levels, pH and other water quality information.

The FFA Chapter dipped three samples from the Portage River April 2 and sent them to a Na-

tional Testing Laboratory in Michigan. These three samples will yield water quality data of more than 25 water problems, including bacteria counts, pesticides, fertilizers, metals, etc. The three places water was collected and shipped for data were at the Ohio 19 bridge on the south edge of Oak Harbor; off the race track at the Ottawa County Fairgrounds, and finally off the drawbridge on Ohio 163 in Port Clinton. The results of these test samples will be back to the Oak

Harbor FFA about April 15.

All of these water testing and sample information will be shared at the Portage River Congress May 11 at Harrison Park in Pemberville. More than 10 schools will have data about Portage River water quality that has been taken during the 2009-2010 school year.

The schools will share information and learn more about water quality monitoring and careers in environmental fields at this Congress that is hosted by the Ottawa and Wood Soil and Water Con-

servation Districts and Toledo Metropolitan Area Council of Governments.

The Oak Harbor FFA Chapter would like to thank Carol Benner, director of the Ottawa Soil Water Conservation District office for her help in writing the grant, Mike Libben, supervisor of the Ottawa SWCD office and members of the community for your support. The FFA members are anxiously awaiting the results of this spring’s work, and findings will be printed at a future date.

TERRA SKILLED TRADES CENTER

The Terra Community College trustees and other officials recently toured the construction site of the new Skilled Trades Center. From left, Treasurer Randy McCullough, Susan Starr, President Dr. Marsha S. Bordner, Carl Koebel, Don Nalley, Nancy Grandillo, Telemon Superintendent Luke Keller and Linda Anderson.

Deadline nears for BPW grant The deadline is approaching for the Port Clinton Area Business and Professional Women’ Adult Education Grants for women who live in Ottawa County. Funds are available for those currently attending or have been accepted into an Ohio college or technical school.

Women interested in applying may pick up an application at the Port Clinton

Chamber of Commerce or Ida Rupp Library, Marblehead Chamber of Commerce or Library and the Oak Harbor Library.

Applications are due April 20.

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HEALTH

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Firelands Luncheon Club meeting at Sandusky Yacht Club SANDUSKY — Firelands Regional Medical Center’s Luncheon Club will be held Wednesday, April 28, at the Sandusky Yacht Club, 529 E. Water St. Dina C. Bauer, DPM, podiatrist, will present “Oh, My Aching Feet!”

Enjoy the yacht club’s Wednesday buffet lunch which includes the following for $10 per person (includes

tax/tip; cash or check only): salad bar, soup station and rolls, cold cut sandwich bar, hot entrees with at least two meats, vegetables, pasta or fish, assorted desserts, hot tea, iced tea and coffee.

The buffet lunch is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and will be followed by the presentation at 12:30 p.m. The

Lunch Club Series is open to the public and presented by knowledgeable healthcare providers.

Reservations are recommended.

Call 419-557-7840 by Wednesday, April 21, to sign up. For information, call Adele Hoffman at 419-557-7722.

For information about Firelands, visit www.firelands.com.

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OAK HARBOR — Chapter officers for the coming year were installed on Wednesday, March 31, for TOPS No. 0949. The members are happy to announce the following members of the chapter executive committee: leader — Jan Lajti; Co-Leader — Heidi Maloy; secretary — Barbara Sturgis; treasurer — Geanie Bollenbacher; weight recorder — Jody Blausey; as-

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This local group has been supporting healthy weight loss efforts in our community for a number of years.

Visitors are welcome to attend their first TOPS meeting free of charge.

Chapter No. 0949 Oak Harbor, meets weekly on Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. at Oak Harbor Public Library. To find

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Take Off Pounds Sensibly, the original, nonprofit weight loss education and support organization, was founded more than 60 years ago to champion weight loss support and success.

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Join us on Tuesday, April 13, at 10:30 a.m. for a free program on how physical therapy can prevent falls in the home. Pat Gory, Senior Independence representative, will answer such questions as: “How can I remain independent at home? Am I losing my mobility? Is my home as safe as it could be?

Do I have an active lifestyle?”

Senior Independence is a home- and communitybased health care division of Ohio Presbyterian Retirement Services that provides services that are typically paid for by Medicare and designed to keep people independent and living in their homes as long as possible.

This seminar will be in The Vineyard on Catawba Community Center, 3820 E. Vineyard Village Drive, Port Clinton. Reservations are recommended by calling 419-797-3100.

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New Tai Chi session begins Magruder Hospital is starting a new Tai Chi session in the Conference Center at 10 a.m. Wednesdays beginning April 14.

The class is being taught by certified instructor, Lisa Shuey from the Sandusky County YMCA. Cost for the class is $3 per session and participants should wear comfortable clothes.

Tai Chi originates from China and consists of fluid, gentle movements that are relaxed and slow in tempo.

It has been shown to relieve stress, pain and stiffness as well as to improve concentration, balance, posture and heart and lung function.

For information, contact Rachel Fall, Magruder’s director of health promotion, at 419-734-3131, ext. 3363.

For information on programs, classes and events, go to www.magruderhospital.com and click on the events calendar.

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UNITED WAY

Nor’easter Cove a ‘caring community’ About five years ago Catawba Bay originated and became the first community to become a United Way “Caring — Giving — Community.”

Since the original implementation of the program Catawba Bay has raised and contributed to United Way of Ottawa County in excess of $54,000.00.

The program is a combination of a lump sum donated by Catawba Bay for each parcel sold,

either lot, home or both, as well as an annual sum pledged by the lot or home owner and collected by the subdivision association.

The purpose of the program is to recognize our responsibilities as businesses and as individuals to the community we live in and to help provide for those who need support and assistance.

A new development on Catawba Island, Nor’easter Cove, has joined the Caring — Giving —

Abesentee ballots now available Absentee ballots for the upcoming General Election are available at the Ottawa County Board of Elections, 8444 W. Ohio 163, Oak Harbor. Voters in Ottawa County may vote an absentee ballot at the board office 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays until Monday, May 3, and also on Saturday, May 1, from 8:30 a.m. until noon. Ballots may also be mailed to the voter.

An application can be printed from the Ottawa County Board of Elections Web site www.co.otttawa. oh.us, voters may call and request an application be mailed to them, or voters may send a letter that contains all of the required information. Law requires that a written application for absentee ballot is needed and must contain the voter’s name, signature, the address at which the voter is registered to vote, date of birth and one of the following: Ohio driver’s license number or voter’s photo identification number; the last four digits of the voter’s social security number; or a copy of a current and valid photo identification, military identification or a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck or other government document that shows the voter’s name and current address. Also required are a statement identifying the election for which an absentee ballot is requested and a statement that the person requesting the ballot is a qualified elector.

Celebration of Life honors loved ones The American Cancer Society Celebration of Life will be held 4 to 9 p.m. Saturday, June 26, at Lakeview Park in Port Clinton. This will be a family-friendly celebration atmosphere to raise awareness and funds for cancer programs and research in our area. There will be screenings, music, food, raffles, kids activities and a reception for survivors. The event is free and open to the public. Magruder Hospital is the major contributing sponsor this year.

One of the most significant events of the celebration is the Luminaria Ceremony at City Beach at 9 p.m.

Community members are invited to purchase a Luminaria to honor and to remember those who have been touched by cancer. The Luminaria are $10 and forms can be picked up at Our Guest Inn & Suites on Perry Street or can be e-mailed or sent to you by contacting Rachel Fall at Magruder Hospital, 419-734-3131, ext.

3363, or rfall@magruderhospital.com.

To reach the American Cancer Society, visit www. cancer.org or call 800-227-2345.

Meeting set to discuss electric aggregation The public is invited to attend a question-and-answer session about the electric aggregation issue on the May ballot. The meeting — hosted by the Danbury Board of Trustees and the Village of Marblehead — will be at 6:30 p.m. Monday, April 19, at the Danbury High School auditorium.

Emily Ochsenhirt from First Energy Solutions will lead the information session and answer questions from residents.

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Community Program, and as Catawba Bay has done, will donate a set sum to the United Way of Ottawa County, and will also put in place the deed requirements for each purchaser and owner of Nor’easter Cove to make annual contributions to the United Way. The hope is that all developments on Catawba Island, both new and existing, will follow a similar path. It is a small way to say “thank you” for residents

good fortune and to United Way for all of the good work they do for the community.

Catawba Bay and Nor’easter Cove are independent developments. Catawba Bay is owned by Bob Snyder, Bill Van Der Giessen and Pete Weimer. Nor’easter Cove is owned by Van Der Giessen.

For information on the program, contact any of the parties mentioned or Chris Galvin at United Way.

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VFW Post 2480 made its annual road trip to the Country Keg in Graytown Feb. 28 to meet and donate hundreds of pounds of pull tabs to the Shriners of Northwest Ohio. These Tabs are a collection from the VFW and many friends and family in the Port Clinton area. The revenue this generates for the Shriners enables them to offset costs of transportation, lodging and hospital expenses for the families of children treated.

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Sessions planned to help those who may be facing foreclosure Beginning April 7, WSOS Housing Counselors are conducting several workshops to help residents who may be facing foreclosure on their homes.

The counselors, who are approved by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, will conduct the sessions at the WSOS facility at 1518 CR 113, Green Springs.

There is no income-eligibility for this service and those who find themselves with this problem can find help by attending one of these free sessions. All sessions will be at the Green Springs facility, and will run from 9 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 4 p.m. on the following dates: April 14 and 28; May 6, 20 and 25; and June 10, 17 and 24.

Hospital to recognize volunteers Magruder Hospital will hold its Annual Volunteer Recognition Event on Friday, April 23, in the Conference Center. Auxiliary/Volunteer Coordinator Linda Sprenger and Volunteer Chairwoman Nancy Ringer are coordinating the event which will include the annual presentation of recognition pins and a buffet lunch.

Hospital staff will be on hand to personally thank and recognize the volunteers for their many hours of hard work. In 2009, Magruder had 146 active volunteers who donated 12,634 hours in 22 different areas of the hospital. Volunteers work in a variety of capacities including the gift shop, transport, sewing, administra-

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How to deal with teen drama queens SANDUSKY — Do you have a teenage drama queen? Penola Jones, MD, and Jacqueline Peyton-Cook, MD, OB/GYNs with North Coast Professional Company, will host a motherdaughter breakfast from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 17, at the Sandusky Yacht Club, 529 E. Water St., Sandusky.

Jones and Peyton-Cook will discuss “Stressed-Out Girls: Helping Them

Thrive in the Age of Pressure.” Mothers and daughters will have the opportunity to ask questions during a round-table discussion.

Topics for the mothers will include: advancing mother-daughter dialogue; balancing being a mom and your daughter’s best friend and linking mother, daughter and health.

Topics for the daughters will include: withstanding the pressures of self-

esteem and body image; living up to mom’s expectations.

Cost for the mother-daughter breakfast, which includes a continental breakfast, is $8 for the adult/teen pair and $3 for each additional teen daughter. Registration is required and seating is limited. To register, call 419-557-7840.

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Join in celebrating a championship season Fundraiser to benefit basketball program

Come celebrate Port Clinton High School Boys Basketball championship season on Friday, April 9, at Mango Mama’s, 40 Madison St., behind Kokomo Bay. Team introductions will take place at 8 p.m. with autographs by team members immediately following. Bring the whole family to this celebration and join in the thrill of victory. Quarter hotdogs will be available for all children. An optional fundraiser will be held for the team immediately following, with prizes, raffles and live entertainment. A portion of the funds raised will also go to the Bill Stubblefield Family.

While the fans had high expectations for this year’s team, the final results of the season were beyond their wildest dreams.

The team awards include the first undefeated season in school history for the regular season, the Sandusky Bay Conference Championship, Ohio Division II Regional Champions and Ohio Division II State Runners-up. Their only loss s on auto insurance Nationwide. in ayour 26-1 season was towith Division II State® Champion Dayton Dunbar. Port Clinton standout, Ryan Hicks , was also named to the Ohio Division II First Team, and

Coach Troy Diels shared the Division II Coach of the Year award.

What a wonderful season.

Admission to the fundraiser at is $10, which will also enter the ticket purchaser into a grand prize raffle drawing (need not be present to win). There will be opportunities to enter other raffles for prizes donated by local businesses, as well as a 50/50 drawing.

The Travelin’ Lounge Lizzards, who play classic rock ’n’ roll, will provide a night of fun while helping to fund future expenses of the team. Advance tickets may be purchased at the downtown Our Guest Inn, Great Lakes Popcorn, Minuteman Press, Kokomo Bay, Port Clinton High School or at the door the night of the event.

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Pastor to give update on Evangelical Lutheran Church Pastor Mark Chavez, executive director for Lutheran Coalition For Renewal, vice president of Word Alone and member of the commission to form the new Lutheran Church in North America, will preach at the 9 a.m. service April 11 at Resurrection Church, Catawba Island. Following the service, Chavez will have a presentation describing the current issues in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America and the real foundational issues at the heart of this crisis. There will be time for questions and discussion at the end of the presentation.

“We are really looking forward to

Mark’s presentation and the question and answer session to follow,” said Dr. Kurt Borows, pastor of Resurrection Lutheran Church. “Since its inception, the ELCA has moved further and further away from accepting The Word of God incarnate in Jesus Christ and inherent in The Holy Bible as the source of its authority and mission and from what for centuries has been basic Lutheran theology — Sola Gratia, Sola Fides and Sola Scriptura. We invite all who are seeking answers to the ELCA’s foundational drift to attend the 9 a.m. worship and the presentation and discussion to follow.”

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Spring has arrived on the Marblehead Peninsula IT IS SPRING!! I am sure that all of you have noticed the improvements to the Radar Park Building and soon you will see improvements to the James Park Restrooms. We are hoping that the restrooms will be complete by Daisy Day — if not they will be at least useable.

On Saturday, May 8, the seventh annual Daisy Day Festival will take place at James Park. The festivities begin with the Peninsula Lions Club Pancake Breakfast to be held at the Marblehead Fire Station where there will be an open house and free fire truck rides for the kids. Hours are 8 a.m. to noon. The Marblehead Bank Daisy 5K Run/Walk kicks off at 9 a.m. with registration beginning at 8 a.m. at the Marblehead Fire Station. Cost is $15 in advance and $18 the day of the race with the proceeds going to the Danbury Food Pantry. Deadline is April 26. Remember that Alexander Pike will be closed to vehicles during this run for the safety of the participants.

In 2004, the Marblehead Village Council and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources held the first Daisy Day event at the preserve with naturalists giving visitors tours and information about the this local flower. Because the daisy only grows on the lake side of the Marblehead peninsula it became known as the “Lakeside Daisy.” In 2005 the Marblehead Council formed a Daisy Day Committee, which took on the task of building a festival event around the blooming of this perennial. The committee now has a non-profit 501(c)3 status from the Federal Government. Being a day of celebration and fun, this year’s events include The Art of it All with Jody McCallum from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. , The U.S. Coast Guard Boat Display and The Otterbein Retirement Center is also having a car show, chicken dinner and music from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The very popular quarry tours will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with tickets available at the information booth on Main Street in front of the Kelleys Island Ferry parking lot. Tickets are $2 per person with the proceeds going to the James Park Improvement Fund and Daisy Preserve.

The tours will load on the north side of the park where the park will be holding the fifth annual Vendors Fair and children’s games, which open at 10 a.m. and run until 4 p.m.

Join us at 10:30 a.m. at The Daisy Preserve for the opening ceremonies with Mayor Bird presiding and Gary Obermiller of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources as guest speaker. Also appearing will be last year’s Little Miss Daisy Claudia Gillum.

During the day and from now until 3 p.m. of May 8, 50/50 tickets will be sold with the proceeds going to the James Park Improvement Fund and the Daisy Preserve. Angie Kukay is in charge of ticket sales; they are $1 a ticket or 6 for $5. Angie can be reached at 419-798-4083.

The Knights of Columbus will begin serving perch sandwiches, hotdogs, pop, water and chips in the pavilion from 11 a.m. till they run out. The Daisy Day

Committee will also be serving limited quantities of halupki and/or pierogies and coffee.

For applications for vendors and the 5K Run/Walk visit www.lakesidedaisy.com and click on the forms button.

The Lakeside Association will have its sixth annual plant sale at Hoover Auditorium. Also plan to visit the Lakeside Daisy Preserve and take a Marblehead Lighthouse tour from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Wolcott House on Bayshore Road will be open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Several local businesses are also having specials, so stop in and visit. Ten percent room discounts available at the Lake Point Motel for Daisy Day Weekend only. Avery’s is having a dinner special Saturday evening and the VFW is hosting a Mother’s Day breakfast on Sunday May 9. Ladies eat free, open to all from 8 to 11 a.m. Visit www.lakesidedaisy.com for more info and click on specials.

This festival is possible through sponsorship from the Ohio Deptartment of Natural Resources, The Marblehead Bank, Lafarge North America, The Marblehead Council and the Ottawa County Visitors Bureau. The sponsors donate time, funds, resources and labor to ensure the success of this event. Ted Dress, a Lafarge employee and Marblehead native, donates his time as a guide for the quarry tours. Steve and Cheryl Dress also need to be commended for their commitment over the many years to this event.

Reba Bishoff is the chairwoman and president of the Daisy Day Committee and puts in many hours keeping us organized and not losing sight of the importance of the Lakeside Daisy and what it means to our community. John Starcher is treasurer, Mary Glovinsky is vice president, secretary is Lori Fletcher and John, Reba and myself are trustees.

Also on the committee are Duane Myers, Steve and Cheryl Dress, John McDonald, Bryan Lucas, Kim Watts, Angie Kukay and Jeff Grashel. It has been a pleasure working with this group of people, by their care and concern for their community, their ability to work together and the networks and relationships they have built within the community have made them invaluable to this event.

The committee would also like to thank the following groups for their assistance and involvement in Daisy Day 2009: The Marblehead Volunteer Fire Department, village police, St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Knights of Columbus, The U. S. Coast Guard Station and the Marblehead VFW 7572 Ladies Auxiliary.

For a complete schedule of events of the Daisy Day Festival on May 8, visit www. lakesidedaisy.com and click on schedule.

Also watch for press releases about each of the events, which will have detailed information pertaining to them. Feel free to contact me at 419-798-5627, or at vickiekozak@yahoo.com for any unanswered questions.

It promises to be a great day, so we expect to see you all there on May 8.

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Put-in-Bay woman honored with conservation award COLUMBUS — Lisa Brohl, of Putin-Bay, received the Wildlife Diversity Conservation Award at the recent Wildlife Diversity Conference, sponsored by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Wildlife.

Brohl is the chairwoman of the board of directors of the Lake Erie Islands chapter of the Black Swamp Conservancy, a conservation organization committed to preserving the integrity of the natural environment of the Lake Erie Islands. She has committed thousands of hours of volunteer time for years to coordinate land acquisition and easements on the

islands to dedicate them as conservation areas for the public.

Brohl was instrumental in assisting the Division of Wildlife in its acquisition of Haunck’s Pond on Middle Bass Island, now known as Kuehnle Wildlife Area. She coordinated a deal that raised funds from island property owners, persuaded the Realtor to contribute the commission and convinced the property owner to reduce the sale price. This allowed the division to purchase the 20.12 acres of the last remaining wetland on the island. Brohl is the ninth recipient of the award, which is given annually at the conference.

In presenting the award to Brohl, Wildlife Diversity Coordinator and conference host Kendra Wecker shared the text of the plaque with attendees that read in part “she has helped create more wildlife habitat and made more lands accessible to the public. She embodies a conservation ethic and sense of stewardship that serve to inspire all who care about Ohio’s natural resources.”

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources ensures a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all.

Visit the ODNR Web site at www. ohiodnr.com.

Pair recognized for dedication to endangered Lake Erie watersnake U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Acting Director Rowan Gould today announced the 18 recipients of the 2009 Recovery Champion award. Among them are the International Crane Foundation in Baraboo, Wisconsin; two Ohio conservationists working with the threatened Lake Erie watersnake; and a Service biologist who encouraged Iowa landowners to create and conserve habitat for the endangered Topeka shiner.

The Recovery Champion award recognizes U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service employees and their partners for contributions to the recovery of threatened and endangered species in the United States.

Recognized from the Midwest for their work in 2009 were Dr. George Archibald and staff of the International Crane Foundation; Kris-

tin Stanford and Dr. Richard King of Northern Illinois University; and Kraig McPeek, Service Private Lands biologist.

“The Recovery Champion award both recognizes the exceptional conservation accomplishments of its honorees and highlights the importance of strong and diverse partnerships in species conservation,” said Gould. “Recovery Champions are helping imperiled species regain their place in the natural resources fabric of our country while focusing attention on the importance of conserving our nation’s biological heritage for future generations.”

Stanford and King received the Recovery Champion Award for their combined 35 years of work to conserve the threatened Lake Erie watersnake. King’s studies, which began in the 1980s, identified early

population declines and threats to the species. Stanford, known as “The Snake Lady,” has worked tirelessly to reach out to residents of the Lake Erie islands where the snake is found, to provide an understanding of the snake’s needs and to build support for its conservation.

“The dedication of Ms. Stanford and Dr. King to the conservation of the Lake Erie watersnake, through both scientific methods and strong public involvement, has recovery efforts for this species to the point that the next step is to propose removing it from the list of endangered and threatened species. There is no greater measure of recovery success,” said Melius.

For information, visit the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Recovery Champion Web site at http://www. fws.gov/endangered/recovery/

ODNR offers two-night boating course SANDUSKY — Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Watercraft, invites boaters and friends to register for a two-night Ohio Boating Education Course from 6 to 10 p.m.

Mondays, April 19 and 26. Classes will be at the Sandusky ODNR Watercraft’s new office at 1407 Cleveland Road. Topics include: required equipment, Ohio boating laws and rules of the road.

This course is approved by the National Association of State Boating law Administrators and meets Ohio’s boating education requirement, which became effective Jan. 1, 2000.

This law requires anyone born on or before Jan. 1, 1982 to successfully

complete either a NASBLA-approved boating course or a proficiency examination before operating a boat greater than 10 horsepower. The course also may qualify boaters for a discount on boat owner’s insurance.

A pre-registration course material fee of $5 per person is required. Class size is limited so advance registration can be made by sending or bringing the $5 fee to the

Spring turkey hunt COLUMBUS — Spring wild turkey hunting opens in all 88 Ohio counties on Monday, April 19, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Wildlife. The season continues through Sunday, May 16.

A special youth-only turkey hunt for those ages 17 and younger will be held on Saturday and Sunday, April 1718. Young hunters must have both a youth hunting license and a youth spring turkey permit in order to participate.

They must be accompanied by a non-hunting adult, 18 years of age or older. The young hunter’s turkey season is open statewide with the exception of Lake LaSuAn State Wildlife Area in Williams County which requires a special hunting permit. Legal hunting hours are a half-hour before sunrise to sunset each day during the two-day youth season.

The Division of Wildlife advises turkey hunters to wear hunter orange clothing when entering, leaving or moving through hunting areas in order to remain visible to others. Additional turkey hunting regulations are available at wildohio.com.

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Catch limits announced

The Great Lakes Fisheries Commission’s Lake Erie Committee announced today the 2010 Total Allowable Catch for Lake Erie.

According to Fred Snyder, Ohio Sea Grant Extention, the walleye TAC is 2.20 million fish, a 10 percent reduction from 2009’s TAC of 2.45 million fish. Based upon water surface area in lake management units, Ohio’s share will be 1.124 million walleye. Ontario’s quota will be 0.947 million walleye and 128,000 for Michigan.

The reduction in total allowable catch for walleye reflects seven years of mortality reducing the massive 2003 year class and the poor to fair year classes that have followed 2003, which have not substantially replenished the population.

The 2010 yellow perch TAC is 13.137 million pounds, a 9 percent increase over the 2009 TAC, reflecting good hatching success and recruitment by yellow perch over the last few years. These have been divided among management units (MU) as follows: MU 1 — 2.094 million pounds; MU 2 — 4 million pounds; MU 3 — 6.251 million pounds; and MU 4 — 0.792 million pounds.

Further apportionment of these TACs among sport and commercial interests in Ohio will be announced later. The figure below illustrates the yellow perch management units and how individual TACS are shared among jurisdictions.

According to Snyder, this is better news than expected. Using this data and the new bag limit charts developed by the Division of Wildlife, it appears that Ohio’s walleye bag limit will stay at six per day during May through February and four per day during March through April. The increased perch TAC should give the Western Basin a 30-fish bag limit again.

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Thursday, April 8, 2010 1B

Bank shines spotlight on local businesses

W. Harbor Lagoons conversion complete West Harbor Lagoon’s Home Owners Association recently completed the purchase and conversion of West Harbor Lagoons Mobile Home Park to West Harbor Lagoons Boataminium Condominium.

West Harbor Lagoons, a mobile home park with 121 channelfront sites, began in the 1970s as the result of Floyd McCullough’s foresight and construction ingenuity. Floyd’s daughter, Mary Ann McCullogh, has owned and operated the park for more than a decade and when approached by the association agreed to surrender the ownership and sell to the Association extending

Floyd’s legacy.

The Association’s journey to purchase and convert under the leadership of Ron Lake began in 2008. As president, Ron set the goal of converting the park from a renter-occupied park to an owner-occupied mobile home park. The Board of Directors — Dick Bagent, Al Buczek, Denny Dusrt, Ray Grabow, Rob Hartsell, Jerry Kolar, Lyn Lake, Sharon McCullough, Holly Nanasy, Traci Rogers, Ed Ungashick, Dave Updegraff and Bill Wervey — had to investigate, evaluate, then establish objectives and strategies to successfully obtain their goal.

In April 2009, the board inter-

viewed and subsequently hired Leonard A. Partin as a consultant and facilitator for the purchase and conversion. Partin assisted in defining the objectives and strategies, finalizing the purchase agreement, establishing and creating the ownership, securing and executing 90-plus individual unit sales, obtaining financing and selecting the professional team. Team members were: John Kocher, Kocher and Gillum, as legal counsel; Bob Kusmer, Kusmer and Associates, as engineer and surveyor; Ed Hartung, Hartung Title, as title consultant; Tammy Luebcke and Sally Crow, Hartung Title, as escrow

Real Estate Transfers Page 3B directors; Marty Folger, Croghan Colonial Bank, as commercial lender; Cheryl Devore, First National Bank of Bellevue, and Sue Cherry, National Bank of Oak Harbor, both worked to provide end financing.

“This massive project would never have been successful first without the confidence and participation of the home owners, and secondly the complete diligence of the skilled professional team,” said Partin, broker at Jack Bradley Realty Company.

Attention business owners: The Marblehead Bank believes in supporting the local community and enhancing the business climate for the many businesses that call Marblehead and Ottawa County home.

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Avoid mistakes when evaluating investments As an investor, you might think it’s easy to evaluate your investments’ performance. After all, the bigger the gain, the better, right? This statement is true enough, but as an investment strategy, it’s incomplete — and, if followed rigidly, it could lead you to make some mistakes that could hinder your progress toward your financial goals.

What are some of these potential mistakes? Here are a few to consider: • Evaluating performance over a short period of time — If you measure an investment’s performance over a relatively short period of time, you may be more tempted to invest emotionally — that is, you’ll buy more

shares of an investment when you “feel good” about it because its price has risen, and you’ll sell more shares when you “feel bad” because the investment’s price has fallen. This behavior is the opposite of the classic piece of investment advice: “Buy low and sell high.” Try not to make investment decisions based on short-term performance.

Instead, look at an investment’s long-term track record. While it’s true, as you have no doubt heard, that “past performance can’t guarantee future results,” it’s nonetheless useful to see how an investment has fared in different market environments.

• Neglecting the impact of contributions and withdrawals — If you put more money into

pectations — In 2009, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose nearly 19 percent, while the S&P 500 jumped more than 23 percent. But if you anticipate such unusually high returns annually, and you base your investment strategy on them, you’ll likely be disappointed and have trouble meeting your goals. For a variety of reasons, most investment experts foresee relatively modest returns in the financial markets over the next few years, so you’ll want to plan accordingly.

• Comparing investments to benchmarks — Try not to compare the performance of your investments to benchmarks such as the Dow Jones Industrial Average or the S&P 500.

If you’ve chosen an aggressive

an investment, it will be worth more — until the price drops — and if you take money out of an investment, it will be worth less — until the price rises. Yet many people mistakenly attribute their investments’ performance to these inflows and outflows.

• Failing to distinguish between “growth” and “income” investments — To help achieve your long-term goals, you’ll need a mix of growth-oriented investments, such as stocks, and income-producing vehicles, such as bonds. However, bonds will typically not add much growth to your overall portfolio, so keep this in mind when you look at the year-to-year change in value on your investment statements.

• Maintaining unrealistic ex-

investment mix, your returns may show wide swings, beating the benchmarks substantially in some years while trailing them significantly in others. On the other hand, if you’re a conservative investor, your returns may consistently lag the major benchmarks, but you’ll probably experience less volatility.

Once you know what to expect from your investments, you’ll be less likely to be disappointed at your returns — and you’ll be better prepared to create and follow an investment strategy that works for you. nnn

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by Gary Coon, local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.

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By KAREN COFFIN

Coffin’s Corner

Lifetime of memories

High school fall and winter sports seasons are over. What are not over are the lifetimes of memories that were made. Kids and coaches everywhere worked hard to achieve high levels of success.

Parents made sacrifices to help their kids. Fellow students filled the stands with cheering support.

Communities backed their teams with enthusiasm and pride. Is has been a great 2009-2010 sports school year in the area.

We have been treated to spectacular exploits from local high school teams and individuals! Getting to state is a personal goal of every good team and athlete in Ohio. It’s an achievement only a few can earn. It’s been truly exciting to have several teams and athletes advance to the state tournaments from different sports. Some have

performed so well they’ve earned state championship and runner-up honors at the highest level.

It seems to me that lately, the importance of high school sports has diminished in the eyes of the public. The rise in club teams and year-round national competitions has taken some of the luster off high school participation. The focus has shifted to using interscholastic athletics as merely a stepping stone to a college scholarship. Individual stats and records seem to count more than team accomplishments. Yes, it’s certainly great if the team does well too. Not coincidentally, winning assures press coverage will be better and more scouts will take notice.

I reject this attitude.

It doesn’t get any better than high school sports.

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THE GOVERNMENT DESIGNATED DANGER ZONES OFF THE SHORES OF CAMP PERRY AND THE ERIE INDUSTRIAL PARK CONTINUES TO BE USED FOR FIRING OF LARGE CALIBER INERT ARTILLERY, ANTIAIRCRAFT WEAPONS, SMALL ARMS AND OTHER DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE ACTIVITIES. RESTRICTED ENTRY AS PROVIDED BY TITLE 33, UNITED STATES CODE IS BEING ENFORCED. ALL PERSONS MUST STAY CLEAR OF THESE ZONES DURING PERIODS OF FIRING ACTIVITY. BOATERS, FISHERMEN, AND AIRCRAFT PILOTS SHOULD REFER TO THE NOAA MARINE NAVIGATIONAL CHART #14830 AND THE DETROIT AIR SECTIONAL CHART RESPECTIVELY FOR EXACT BOUNDARIES. THE CAMP PERRY STROBE LIGHT LOCATED AT 41° 32’ 15” N AND 083° 01’ 00” W WILL BE ACTIVATED AND RED RANGE FLAGS DISPLAYED DURING CONDUCT OF FIRING. ALL PERSONS MUST STAY OUTSIDE THE BOUNDARIES MARKED AS RANGE “DANGER ZONE I” AND RANGE “DANGER ZONE II”, SHOWN ON THE CHART (CAMP PERRY FIRING RANGE) ATTACHED HERETO. THESE BOUNDARIES AFFECT TWO DANGER ZONES: LAKE ERIE DANGER ZONE I EXTENDS 3.5 MILES OFFSHORE INCLUDING THE AIRSPACE TO 5,000’ ABOVE GROUND LEVEL (AGL) AND MAY BE IN USE BETWEEN 6 A.M. AND 6 P.M. DAILY, INCLUDING WEEKENDS, DURING THE ENTIRE CALENDAR YEAR OF 2010. LAKE ERIE DANGER ZONE II EXTENDS 10 MILES OFFSHORE INCLUDING THE AIRSPACE TO 23,000’ AGL. FIRING IN THIS ZONE IS NORMALLY CONDUCTED BETWEEN 8 A.M. AND 5 P.M., MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY. EXTENSION TO THESE HOURS WILL BE PUBLISHED UNDER A SEPARATE NOTICE. DURING THE BOATING SEASON, THESE ZONES ARE NORMALLY MARKED WITH ORANGE AND WHITE BUOYS BEARING THE WORDS “RANGE DANGER ZONE”. THE 2010 RANGE ACTIVITY WILL NOT REQUIRE THE TOTAL USE OF DANGER ZONE II. CONSEQUENTLY, A MODIFIED DANGER ZONE II FOR 2010 WILL BE IDENTIFIED

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The vast majority of kids who play sports as teens will not go on to play in college or the pros. Hopefully, they will enjoy active lifestyles and sports as adults, but generally this will be on a local level with friends. It’s different than when you are young.

I contend that the best, most lasting, memories are those made in high school.

Kids will make lifelong friends through sports.

Reunions will be full of stories about teams and their accomplishments. We like to relive our positive experiences and laugh or cry about what we went through together. Being inducted into a school’s hall of fame is emotional.

What makes high school memories so special? Being celebrated by one’s own community beats everything else. Schools are the heart of a community.

Kids represent their school and the people they know — people who care about them. It’s even richer when it’s a small town, where neighbors are friends.

People know the students personally. The city will embrace the kids. Pride is everywhere. The glory is shared.

Being welcomed home by a parade of fire trucks, police sirens and noisy fans after a big win is an unforgettable moment. It means so much when signs of support are everywhere.

Booster Clubs are great.

Excitement makes nervous wrecks out of fans.

Adults wear school colors, give team feeds, honor athletes and talk about the team at every gas pump

and grocery store. Fellow students have pep rallies, paint their faces, encourage players in the hallways and lunchroom and cheer their lungs out at competitions. Players will never forget how that feels.

Winners do deserve the accolades. It’s generally the boys’ basketball and football teams that generate the most excitement, but there will also be other successful teams. I was fortunate to coach winning teams and we always felt school, parent and community support. It was more low-key, but we played better because of people that cared about us.

Please understand that kids on every team and those without winning records deserve support too. If fellow students and adults show interest or give encouragement, it makes such a difference in motivation and performance.

When townspeople really get excited about their kids’ accomplishments, amazing things happen.

Pride in the community explodes, and the kids feel loved and celebrated. The memories of great seasons will live on in the hearts and minds of athletes, coaches and fans of all ages. Congratulations!!!

Now it’s the spring sports turn to shine. Memories will follow. nnn

Karen Coffin, retired coach, is a member of the Port Clinton Athletic Hall of Fame. She’s a writer and a facilitator for Ohio Coaching Education classes.

Contact her at coachcoffin @cros.net.

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Legal Notice – Advertisement for Bids Band and S.T.E.M Room Alterations at Port Clinton High School Port Clinton City School District, 431 Portage Drive, Port Clinton, Ohio 43452 Sealed bids will be accepted by the Board of Education of Port Clinton City School, until 12:00 Noon, local time on Thursday, April 22, 2010 at the Port Clinton Schools Transportation and Maintenance Center (TMC), 823 Kentucky Avenue, Port Clinton, Ohio 43452 for all work necessary for the construction of the “Band and S.T.E.M. Room Alterations”, Port Clinton High School, 821 South Jefferson Street, Port Clinton, Ohio 43452.

The Architect’s estimate including alternates for this project is: $362,000. Lump sum proposals will be received by the Owner for the work described in the project documents. Separate proposals will be received for the work on the project per ORC 153.50. Each bid must contain the full name of every person or company interested in the same proposal and must be accompanied by a bid guaranty satisfying the requirements of the Ohio Revised Code Section 153.54. Each contractor shall complete a “Non-Collusion Affidavit” and include it with the proposal.

Ohio Revised Code Sections 9.311(a) and 9.311(b) requires that any bidder who submits a bid for the rendering of services, or the supplying of materials or the construction, demolition, alteration, repair, or reconstruction of any public building, structure, highway, or improvement shall submit a bid bond, performance bond, payment bond, or combination of such bonds, executed by a surety or surplus lines company approved by the Superintendent of Insurance of the State of Ohio. If the surety or surplus lines company is not approved by the State of Ohio, the bid shall be deemed non-responsive and shall be rejected. Bidder shall submit with their bid a Certificate of Compliance issued by the Department of Insurance showing the company is licensed to do business in Ohio, and a Power of Attorney of the Bonding Agent.

The bid guaranty may be of two forms: A bid guaranty and contract bond using the form in the contract documents. (The amount of the bid does not have to appear on this form.) –Or- A certified check, cashier’s check, or letter of credit in favor of the Port Clinton Board of Education, in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the bid. If the contract is awarded, a Contract Bond will be required, which is one hundred percent (100%) payment and performance bond.

The Architect for the project is Kenneth P. Schoenfeld, 2040 East State Road, P.O. Box 236, Port Clinton, Ohio 43452. (419) 734-3936.

Copies of the plans and specifications may be obtained from the office of the Architect. Plans and specifications shall be made available to each interested party and bidder for a deposit of one hundred dollars ($100.00) per set. Documents may be mailed with the postage charged to the bidder. Checks shall be made payable to the Architect. The deposit for the first set of documents will be refunded if all documents are returned in good condition within ten (10) days of the bid opening.

The proposal shall include the costs to perform all the work shown on the drawings and described in the project specifications.

Separate bids for portions of the project not listed on the PROPOSAL form will NOT be accepted.

All bids shall be opened and read publicly, immediately after the closing time. No bids shall be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days after the date of the opening. (Exception for Withdrawing Bids Made in Error per ORC 9.31).

Bids shall be placed in a sealed envelope marked “Band and S.T.E.M. Room Alterations at Port Clinton High School” as well as the name and address of the Bidder in the upper left hand corner.

Successful bidders will be required to submit with their bid an affidavit that they are not delinquent in the payment of personal property taxes in Ottawa County, Ohio as required under Ohio Revised Code Section 5719.042.

The Owner reserve the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any irregularities in a bid, or to accept that bid which in the judgment of the proper officials is to the best interest of the Owner.

A pre-bid meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 13, 2010 at 3:00 PM at the site of the project at Port Clinton High School. All bidders shall enter and gather at main entry to sign in.

Dated: March 30, 2010 By order of the Board of Education of Port Clinton City School District, Port Clinton, Ottawa County, Ohio; Jeff Dornbusch, Treasurer

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Sign up now for Safety Council meeting, awards The Ottawa County Safety Council will hold the CEO Event and BWC Safety Council Awards April 21.

Breakfast and networking will be 8 to 8:30 a.m. with the guest speaker and Bureau of Workers Compensation awards presentation from 8:30 to 9:45 a.m. at the Catawba Island Club, 4235 E. Beach Club Road, Port Clinton.

Speaker Glen McGinley will address “Workplace Analysis and Accident Investigation,” sharing the 10 worst safety hazards in 2009. This program provides insight on how to identify, prevent and correct safety issues, and how to avoid making the top 10 hazard list.

Bernadette Delgado, Toledo Service Office Manager, and Kevin McCammon, BWC Employer Services Supervisor, will present the BWC “Safety Council Awards” to local members.

• This is an opportunity to hear and interface with Regional BWC Officials.

• Recognition for council member attendance and safety achievements.

Attendance is complimentary for one CEO and one representative from each council member. Additional member representatives may attend for $12 each.

RSVP to Denise Ventrone at dventrone@ocic.biz or 419-898-6242 no later than Friday, April 16.

Real Estate Transfers Week ending April 2

Bay Township

• 4-2-10 Gary L. and Ruth A. Meade to David A. and Charolett S. Larson, 2555 Mulcahy Road, $172,000.

Carroll Township

• 4-1-10 Robert C. and Patricia C. DeGroot to Charles N. Ricketts, 8838 Canada Goose Court, $59,500.

Catawba Township

• 3-30-10 Beach Towne, LLC to KJBS, LLC, 3163 N. Beach Towne Court, $308,750.

• 3-31-10 James E. Brewer to Ohio Heartland Real Estate Ventures LLC, 1623 NE Catawba Road No. 112, $17,500.

• 4-1-10 Beach Towne, LLC to Daniel J. and Amy B. Lyons, 3155 North Beach Towne Court, $261,250.

• 4-2-10 Lila M. Oreskovich to CBC Development, LLC, 2855 A Canterbury Circle, $177,000.

Clay Center Corp

• 3-29-10 Federal National Mortgage Association to Kristy and Roberta J. Kleinhans, 540 Main St., $44,000.

Clay Township

• 3-31-10 Becky S. Warngrow to The Huntington National Bank, 2106 North Rieman Road, $25,200.

Danbury Township

• 3-29-10 Lu Mac Development Company to West Harbor Lagoons, 1510 N. Buck Road, $7,398,500.

• 3-29-10 Mc Endeavor LTD to West Harbor Lagoons, .5007 acre Buck Road, $1,500.

• West Harbor Lagoons Association to: — Elizabeth A. Schillig, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 27, $59,470.

— Michael R. and Pamela L. Snoke, 1510 N. Buck Road, No. 22, $59,470.

— Robert J. Sheriff, 1510 N. Buck Road, No. 112, $66,810.

— Ivan D. Woodbury, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 103, $66,810.

• 3-29-10 West Harbor Lagoons to Bruce L. and Joanne L. Walker, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 3, $59,470.

— Thomas G. Tuttle, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 46, $66,810.

— Charles W. Schoenfeld, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 25, $59,470.

— William E. and Kathleen S. Allonas, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 21, $59,470.

— Ronald R. and Judy R.

Acker, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 20, $59,470.

— Dale L. and Judy K. Zeiger, 1510 N. Buck ROAD No. 74, $66,810.

— Ronald L. and Vickie L. Woods, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 48, $66,810.

— Ronald B. and Linda L. Knipp, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 52, $66,810.

— Robert J. and Barbara Jean Knazek, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 49, $66,810.

— David W. and Nancy A. Bickley, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 6, $59,470.

— Uri Khazan and Karen Cook-Khazan, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 79, $68,810.

— John H. and Mary K. Blevins, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 16, $59,470.

— Richard D. and Nancy J. Huebner, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 91, $66,810.

— Sarah Lynn Dziatkowicz, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 63, $66,810.

— Thomas O. and Jill A. Arnold, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 13, $59,470.

— Denny D. and Randi P. Bittle, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 68, $66,810.

— John A. and Barbara Basilone, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 5, $59,470.

— Susan E. Henry, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 42, $59,470.

— Richard L. and Linda K. Bagent, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 96, $66,810.

— Joseph A. and Diane A. Batzel, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 34, $59,470.

— Terri D. Berman, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 121, $88,830.

— William E. and Mary L. Bernower, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 119, $66,810.

— Jeffrey W. and Robin R. Horch, 1520 N. Buck Road No. 37, $59,470.

— Ann Heideloff, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 19, $59,470.

— Martin R. and Linda L. Henning, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 71, $66,810.

— The Alan Hartzmark Family LTD, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 66,810.

— Brian C. Green , 1510 N. Buck Road No. 12, $59,470.

— James L. and Kathleen A. Ruppe, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 35, $59,470.

— Robert C. Ouire, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 26, $59,470.

— Lester L. and Marilyn F. Demaline, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 24, $59,470.

— Francis A. Pompey and Thomas E. Ritz, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 118, $66,810.

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Ohioans join National Open House weekend Realtors throughout Ohio will be joining their peers across the country by showcasing homes available for purchase during the industry’s first-ever Realtor Nationwide Open House Weekend event April 10-11.

“This is a unique opportunity for interested consumers to see, first-hand, the wide variety of housing options that exist in today’s housing market here in the Buckeye State,” said Doug McCloud, president of the Ohio As-

sociation of Realtors.

“Our members in every corner of Ohio will be opening their listings during the open house event, allowing interested buyers to view homes for sale in a no pressure, no obligation setting.

“What makes this event even more timely is that conditions are ideal for making the American Dream of ownership a reality,” McCloud said. “With favorable pricing, historic low interest rates and a federal tax credit for first-

time and repeat buyers available until April 30, there’s never been a better time to buy!”

First-time buyers are eligible for an $8,000 tax credit, while long-time owners can qualify for a $6,500 tax credit, provided they enter into a binding contract to purchase a principal residence on or before April 30, and close on the home by June 30. Any single-family home (including condominiums and townhouses) priced under $800,000 is eligible

for the tax credit.

“I would encourage anyone even thinking about making a move in today’s housing market to take advantage of this open house event and see what’s available,” McCloud said.

“Who knows … the home of your dreams may be waiting for you. And it’s worth remembering that prices will eventually rise, interest rates will likely climb, the inventory of homes for sale will drop and the tax credit is set to

expire.”

Homes available for viewing will be easily identified by the blue Realtor’s “R” balloon posted outside the home during the event.

Also, check with a local Realtor in advance for a complete listing of the open houses scheduled in your area.

The Ohio Association of Realtors, with more than 29,000 members, is the largest professional trade association in Ohio.

— Betty Lou and John B. Fisch, $66,810.

1510 N. Buck Road No. 36, — Joseph E. Chambers, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 84, $66,810.

Carmody, 1510 N. Buck Road No. $59,470.

— Denny D. and Teresa S. — George H. and Gail Dan23, $59,470.

— Marjorie J. O’Neil, 1510 N. Durst, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 69, iels, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 40, $66,810. $59,470.

Buck Road No. 4, $59,470.

— Gerald F. and Virginia — Keith E. and Renee L. Die— James F. and Barbarba A. Laski, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 17, L.Doyle, 1510 N. Buck Road No. bler, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 56, 70, $66,810. $66,810. $59,470.

— JohnJ. Dezman, 1510 N. — Dean R. and Carol A. Hoppe, — David J. Kraig, 1510 N. Buck ERTISEMENT ORDER Buck Road No. 10, $59,470.

1510 N. Buck Road No. 47, Road No. 111, $66,810.

— Tyler D. and Leanna Abram, $66,810.

— Jerry F. and Diana M. Ko— Deborah J. Jadrych and Roblar, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 77, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 117, $66,810. ert F. Imgrund, 1510 N. Buck $66,810.

— Betty Apelt, 1510 N. Clinton, Buck Road No. 55, $66,810.

— Partin, JacquelineJack B. Kochalski, 1510Realty Len Bradley Company, Port Ohio 43452 Road No. 101, $66,810.

— Stephen Michael and MarN. Buck Road No. 89, $66,810.

419-734-1907 Michael E. and Rimma lene Kay Karl , 1510 N. Buck Road — Sharon419-734-5551, A. Kobelak, 1510 N.fax — Beres, 1510 N. Buck Road No. No. 32, $59,470.

Buck Road No. 108, $66,810.

— Sharon M. Kobal, 1510 N. — James J. and Catherine Cam- 29,$59,470.

— Donald V. and Martha R. Buck Road No. 95, $66,8810. erato, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 31, rovide Quote and Proof: via emailBirth,len@lenpartin.com 1510 N. Buck Road No. 85, — William A. and Patricia L. $59,470. $66,810.

Komar, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 7, — Donald E. and Cathryn E.or fax 419-734-1907 — William R. and Sandra M. $59,470. goliath, 1510 N. Buck Road No. Brockmeyer, 1510 N. Buck Road — Anthony L. and Rosanne 110, $66,8810.

59,15, $66,810.

Marlette, 1510 N. Buck Road No. mn— ad MARCH 25, April 1, 8, AND 22.....

Paul for V. Fry Jr. and Ann L. No. — Adelbert F. and Jean E. Buc- 11, $59,470.

Fry, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 75, zek, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 67, — Mary Ann Mathews, 1510 N. $66,8180.

Buck Road No. 104, $66,8180.

— Robert J.and Ann Marie Mittiga, 1510 N. Buck Commerical Class Road No. 1, Real Estate, Quality built office $75,620.

— Dale A. and building with 3552 Sq. Ft. Seven holly L. Nanasy, private offices, conference room, 1510 N. Buck large common work area, many Road No. 65, $66,810. spacious all purpose areas.

— Robert D. Property will be sold!

Perko and Robert D. Perko III, Call... Len Partin 419-356-8777 1510 N. Buck Road No. 39, $59,470. visit...

— Robert J. Jack Bradley Realty Co. 5% Buyer Premium and Susan M.

Vyrostek, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 88, $66,810.

— William J. and Susan L. Wervey, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 57, $66,810.

— David A. and Cheryl L. Updegraff, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 102, $66,810.

— Thomas A. Ewers, 1510 n.

Buck Road No. 116, $66,819.

— Arthur W. and gayle L. Exton, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 82, $66,810.

— Ronald and Marquerite Garba, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 43, $71,220.

— Eileen Gardert, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 72, $66,810.

— Wayne G. and Louise S. Good, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 61, $66,810.

— Robbie K. and R. Lynn Hartsell, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 99, $66,810.

— Robert J. Hayes Jr. and Lynn A. Hayes, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 15, $59,470.

— Andrew M. and Paula H. Korsnak, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 58, $66,810.

— Ronald T. and Linda E. Lake, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 86, $66,810.

— Kenneth L. LaMarca, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 30, $59,470.

— Betty M. McGough, 1510 n.

Buck Road No. 62, $66,810.

— Richard L. and Katherine J. Rahrig, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 100, $66,810.

— Arlene Rose, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 44 & No. 45, $137,185.

— Dominic and Lisa Scarvelli, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 18, $59,470.

— Kenneth A. and Mary K. Stewart, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 107, $66,810.

— Dieter H. and Margit Thellmann, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 38, $59,470.

— Paul J. Tylicki, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 87, $66,810.

— Lynn-El Nos, 1510 N. Buck Road No. 114, $66,8810.

• 3-31-10 Clarence W. and Josie B. Kinnett to Arthur B. and Judith A. Hill, 374 Lighthouse Oval, $120,000.

• 3-31-10 James Michael and Dana Cathleen Bowie to Joshua M. and Jennifer A. James, 2761 Amherst Drive, $202,500 • 4-1-10 H.B. Magruder Memorial Hospital to Northcoast Development Group, Inc., 8980 East Hatshorn Road, $155,000.

TRANSFERS from 3B

Real Estate

AUCTION

May 1st.

www.121Jefferson.com

JUST LISTED!

SUPER OPPORTUNITY to own a super home! Many great features and updates! Call today! www.612Kaspar.com DEBBIE CONTE 419-656-3356

Marblehead Corp.

• 3-29-10 John V. Biro to James M. Biro, 11152 E. Bayshore Road, $90,240.

• 3-31-10 Jo Ellen Geisman Acocks to James C. Geisman II, 309 Perry St. $50,000.

• 4-1-10 Fannie Mae to Terry D. Durham, 10802 E. Bayshore Road, Unit 108, $144,900.

Oak Harbor Corp

• 4-2-10 Eric J. Robertson to Old Fort Banking Company, 126 West Water Street, $56,667.

Port Clinton City

• 3-30-10 Richard R. and Mary Jo Celek to Thomas E. and Deanna L. Sees, 408 E. 11th St., $164,500.

• 4-1-10 Michael J. and JoElla J. Kerschner to Karl C. and Amy Kerschner, 503 C-5 West Lakeshore Drive,$147,000.

• 4-1-10 Northcoast Development to Magruder Hospital, Lots 4 & 5 Park Drive, $565,000.

JUST LISTED!

SPACIOUS RANCH… Open floor plan, 24 x 40 garage. Scenic, wooded 3 acre lot w/ trails & small pond. www.453CR157.com DEBI BENTLAGE 419-276-7755.

419-734-5551 OPEN HOUSES!

JUST LISTED!

JUST LISTED!

Saturday, Apr. 10, 12 – 3 208 & 246 W. Lakeshore Dr., Waterfronts Condo

BRING YOUR TOOL BOX 2 BR, formal dining, 2 lot, situated on dead-end street. $20’s JENNIFER BEHNKE 419-898-0285.

ENJOY SUMMERS ON LAKE ERIE with your own private Beach!

Beautiful view of the Islands & Sunsets on Lake Erie! $35K refurbishing allowance offered by sellers.

ANNA HOLMES 419-341-0863.

MANUFACTURING Priced below appraised value.

1.6 acres, two buildings with offices 7,300 sq. ft. & 6,170 sq. ft.

Immediate possession. Call LEN PARTIN 419-356-8777.

MOVE IN AT CLOSING and make your memories here!

Wonderful ranch with nice yard to enjoy. 1840 sq. ft. www.520EighthSt.com Call RUTHIE CAPUTO 419-356-3947.

SUN VALLEY… Views of pond & Golf Course, 2nd story condo. 2 BR, 2 BA, detached garage. Steps away from the 1st tee! www.2598SunValley.com or call RUTH DOUGLAS 419-202-0029.

RIVER FRONTAGE! Neat 2 BR ranch w/Florida Room, 2 barns and 185’ of frontage on the Portage River all on 4+ acres. www.3870WHarborRoad.com BARB GILLUM 419-265-1331.

Time is running out!

AN

AUCTION

Sunday, Apr. 11 1 – 2:30; 407 W. Sixth St. 3 – 4:30; 3639 W. Harbor Rd. Sunday - Thursday 5 - 7 685 Donshire, Oak Harbor

GEM BEACH MOBILE! Swim, fish, sail, and enjoy life! Affordable get-away! $17,900. www.24TwinBeach.com PATTI KIRSCH 419-656-1781.

Captain’s Cove Condo

Up to $8,000 Tax Credit for First Time Home Buyers And Current Homeowners’ Benefit up to $6,500! Don’t Delay!

BRINGS QUICK RESULTS! • Real Estate • Estates • Liquidations • Farms

Call me today!

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Spacious, 2 story, 3 BR (could be 4 BR), 3 full BA condo with awesome lake views from both levels! This condo complex offers in ground pool, community room, marina, & a sandy beach! 1 car detached garage & reserved parking. Mostly furnished and set up to sleep many! Now it’s your turn to enjoy Lake Erie living! www.403WCaptainsCove.com Call RUTHIE or JOHN CAPUTO 419-356-3947.

419-619-9424

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Thursday, April 8, 2010 5B

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS O P E N Mary C. Howard

RSPS, e PRO, SFR

OAR Award of Distinction 08-09 E-mail: mhoward@cros.net • Website: marychoward.net

419-212-1162 Cell

Donna Schoonmaker

Office: 419-734-5751 • Cell: 419-260-4486

OPEN HOUSES

OPEN HOUSE

Sat & Sun 12-4 961 Lost Lake Catawba Bay

Sat 2:15-4:30/Sun 12-2 515 W. Lakeshore Drive

Sat & Sun 12-4 594 Monument View

You will feel on vacation year round in this wonderful, almost new, 4 BR/office home, 1st flr living, 2nd flr guest suite/family room, bamboo wood floors, so many upgrades, full bsmnt, dockage avail., pool, walking trails, on Catawba, $379,900.

Stunning Lake Erie Views come with this 4BR home, lakefront deck, bedroom suites and bonus room on 2nd floor, 35' dock, heated pool, wonderful kitchen, 1st flr. master suite, 2700 sq. ft. Entertain easily. $399,900.

Breath taking views from this 3Br condo in Marblehead, over 2,000 sq. ft.,full finished bsmt. 2 car garage, wood floor, fireplace, full of updates. Enjoy a view of 7 islands, pool, dockage around the corner, $499,900.

OPEN HOUSE

Colony Club

Step Up

Sat. 12-2 & Sun. 2:15 - 4:30 4817 Wood Duck Ct. Marsh’s Edge

A Lake Erie view and a 35’ dock, if you want, comes with this 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo in a quiet subdivision. Completely updated & just beautiful. Beach to enjoy, first floor with a tile patio. $169,900 without dock, $189,900 with dock

Just a block from the Bay, make it your summer home or take adavantage of the tax credits & enjoy year round. Immaculate 3 Br, 2 car garage, beautiful landscaping.

Wonderful porch to enjoy, lovely setting.

Townhouse

30 ft. Dock

New ranch in Catawba Bay, water views, marina, pool, clubhouse, 3 BR 2 baths, appliances, eating area in kitchen & dining area, 2 car garage, loads of storage, patio, walking trails, amenities to enjoy, $219,900.

You just can’t do better than this!

2 Bedroom Townhome, Sunrooms, appliances, and a marina with dockage & a pool very close, Maybe a block, short walk to dockage, central air, lots of storage. Only $89,900.

REDUCED! Great Lake view at Harborside condo. 30’ deeded dock, great pool area, furnished, Enjoy! Convenient to everything, restaurants, Jet Express, 1Bedroom, with extra sleeping area. $109,900.

Marblehead

Byrneal Beach

Lake Front

Stunning home in upscale subdivision, Marsh’s Edge. 3 car garage, on the water, 1st floor master, oversized windows for natural light. Large waterfront deck, sun porch too! 3BR, fireplace. Dockage available, $429,900.

2 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath condo with watercolor views of Lake Erie, channel & marina. Beach access & dock outsidse your door.

Large brick patio, balcony.

New Ranch

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Travertine tile in family room/kitchen, newer appliances. Sunset views from living/dining rooms.

RE/MAX Lake Shore Realty

OPEN HOUSE

4 bedroom, 2 bath, new construction in Catawba Bay sudivision. Lots of upgrades, 2 car garage, dockage available, pool, clubhouse. New price!

H O U S E S

Office

OPEN HOUSE

1212 N. Catawba Bay Dr., Catawba Sat. & Sun. 1- 3

2208 N. Carriage Lane #7, Catawba Saturday 1-3 pm

419-797-1928

2212 N. Carriage Lane #7, Catawba Sun. 1-3 pm 1st Time Home Buyers/Vacation home, Lakeside Marblehead, dockage available close by, 2BR, Great condition, wood floors, appliances, family room also, deck, move right in, $109,900.

WATERFRONT! 3 bedroom, 2 bath, condo with dramtic views. Granite counters, newer appliances, ample storage, freshly painted, beautiful stone fireplace

Lots

RE/MAX

Lake Shore Realty

SUNDAY TOUR OF HOMES With rates this great don’t wait!

Buy or refinance NOW! Local Lenders You Can Trust!

MARBLEHEAD AREA 2006 Pleasant View • 12 - 1 p.m.

35’ deeded dock, new inside, hot tub, party room, 2 car garage. $149,900 uuu

#78 Pointe Falls • 1 - 2 p.m.

35’ deeded dock, beautiful bay view, pool, tennis, clubhouse. $285,000 uuu

We understand every home financing experience is unique.

That is why our friendly, local and knowledgeable mortgage lenders are here to help you find the perfect mortgage to match your needs. We are and always have been common sense lenders focused on doing what is the best for our customers and our communities.

Conventional n FHA First TimeNOW! Home Buyers Buy or Refinance Local Lenders Can Trust!

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123 Glacial Lane • 2 - 3 p.m.

Rare lakefront 2200 sq. ft. condo with 35’ deeded dock, next to lighthouse. $535,000 uuu

6005 E. Harbor Road • 3 - 4 p.m.

35’ deeded dock, new end unit, reduced, with pool and garage next to door. $254,900

PORT CLINTON - WEST AREA 2 - 4 p.m.

One mile west of Drawbridge uuu

109 Schooner Point 2-3 BR, carport, 35’ dock & beach, $114,900. uuu

137 Schooner Point 2-3 BR, lakeview, 35’ dock & beach, $179,900 uuu

1567 W. Lakeshore Blvd.

70’ of beach and lakefront home, 2 car garage. $299,900. uuu

Lake Erie views to enjoy from your choice of two, both are 2 BR, lovely furnishings, sandy beach, pool, hot tub, resort like atmosphere, immaculate condition, $179,900 and $197,900. Wonderful Lake Erie Views.

• Waterfront lot with 100' of dockage, build your dream home, $119,900 • Enjoy the Lifestyle at Catawba Bay, walk out possible with lot, $88,900

Ask for John or Kathy 419-262-0936 or 419-734-7355

On Catawba in Byrneal Beach. You can see the lake, beach, just a great area. 3BR, in very nice condition, garage, large lot, endless possibilities. Dockage close by. Move right in. You just can’t beat what you would get for the price, $109,900.

1561-1563 Clinton 2 mobiles waterfront, lakeviews, 30’ x 70’ storage building. $219,900.

CLASSIFIED

6B Thursday, April 8, 2010 Historic Real Estate & Restaurant Equipment & Abigail Ephemera The Abigail Tea Room

Absolute Auction: Saturday, April 17

CATAWBA MINI STORAGE (YOUR EXTRA ROOM) Muggy Road, Catawba 797-6303 or 656-5263.

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Real estate at 11am with contents to immediately follow. All selling on-site.

104 W Third St,

Storage Space

Lakeside-Marblehead

Furniture 80” PENNSYLVANIA House sofa, floral print, $75 419-797-9989 EXECUTIVE DESK with glass top, one executive chair.

Two conference chairs.

Originally $2,000, sacrifice at $500 OBO 419-341-3852

3,432± sq. ft. in (2) Historic 2-story Cottages Connected on Lower Level

The connected lower level has a large kitchen area, and seating for as many as 150 diners. The upper levels have served as boarding rooms for seasonal employees. With the origin of both buildings dating back 100 years, there is no shortage of charm or nostalgia.

The property is located in the Chautauqua of Lakeside, Ohio on Lake Erie. Lakeside is a private community in northern Ohio on the shores of Lake Erie. It was formed in 1873 by members of the Methodist Church and remains a church-affiliated vacation resort. It is one of only a few continuously operating Independent Chautauquas that persist in the 21st century. It is located in Ottawa County’s Danbury Township, near the town of Marblehead.

No Minimum & No Reserve!

RE Open Houses: April 3rd & 10th (12-1pm) Auction Preview: Friday, April 16th (3-5pm)

Online Bidding at ProxiBid.com Real Estate Terms Property sells Regardless of Price to the highest bidder. Property sells as-is with no buyer contingencies for financing, inspections or otherwise. 10% buyer’s premium will be added to the high bid to obtain final contract selling price.

Buyers pay all closing costs. Deposit & Closing Potential purchasers must provide a $25,000 deposit in certified funds payable to Ohio Real Estate Auctions, LLC on auction day in order to register to bid. Sale must close on or before May 18, 2010.

Auctioneers: Michael Hoffman & Tim Lile

(937) 689-1846

LARGE DARK pine dining table and six chairs. $300 419-960-7076.

ONE SOFA, one cocktail table, three end tables, one love seat, one ottoman, three side chairs, one metal frame, plastic coated, wicker side, glass top table, with cushions. Call 419-798-4608 or 419-798-9100 Boat Docks DOCKAGE Off the Portage River at Clinton Reef Club in Port Clinton. Includes water, electric, pool, hot tub, showers, dock box & laundry facilities. Daily, weekly, monthly or season. Call Dockmaster 419-732-9934 Free FIVE BLACK walnut logs, all lengths 419-797-6565

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The Beacon SMALL REMODELING company (Shorty’s) taking applications for full/part time. Must be reliable, have tools, legal driver’s license, and transportation. No felonies call 419-734-7100

THANK YOU St. Jude for past and present favors granted. M.K. THANK YOU St. Jude and sacred heart of Jesus for prayers answered.

STUDENT ATHLETE for yard work after school and Saturdays. 419-797-6565

Help Wanted

Miscellaneous For Sale

LAWN AND LANDSCAPE personal. Apply Monday Friday 9-3 Thompson Landscaping 4967 Muggy Rd

CAR INSURANCE SR 22 fillings - DUI Bonds monthly pay plan Call 734-2050

BEULAH BEACH is in need of skilled maintenance person.

Applicants should be a solid Christian having a strong work ethic, skilled in working with their hands, able to lift 50 pounds, and flexible in the hours worked. This is a seasonal position of 40 hours a week through out the peak period (April 1 Aug 15) and 24 hours a week during the winter.

Please come to Beulah Beach Tuesday through Saturday 9am to 5pm to fill out an application and/ or submit a resume.

$PAYING CASH$ for cars, any condition, scrap and batteries. Clem’s Rt. 53 734-2772 Also Now U pick U Pull U PICK/ U PULL Now at Clem’s Parts, St Rt 53. Super low prices, come check it out 419-734-2772

3 BEDROOM 3 1/2 bath home. $650 per month plus utilities Call 419-341-3119

Miscellaneous

House For Sale

NEED A BARN CAT? We have 9 feral cats in our neighborhood. Please help give them a new home! For more information contact Jack at 419-732-0863.

TWO BEDROOM one and a half bath, furnished, updated, wood burner. 309 Channel Grove Rd. 216-244-3649

Annoucements BANKRUPTCY for a fresh start call Tom Connolly, attorney 419-898-2889

DRIVERS WANTED great pay, benefits, hometime.

Consistent tanker work CDL-A w/ hazmat tanker end. 2 Yrs/ Exp. Req. 866-339-0072 www.cryodrivers.com

Yard Sale

Mobile Homes MOBILE HOME FOR SALE LAKESIDE MARBLHEAD AREA 2BED,1BA,COVERED PATIO $15,500.00 CALL PAT 440-391-2414

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Marina Certified "Clean

MFG’D HOMES for sale in nice Lakeside-area park with marina. Contact park owner at 419-798-5103 or visit www.northshoreestatesandmarina.com Apartment for Rent EFFICIENCY APARTMENT by day, week or month. For details 419-635-5263. Will sleep four people. Fishermen welcome.

APARTMENT FOR RENT, located 908 at Maryland St, 3 bedrooms. $360 a month plus utilities, $300 deposit.

Call 419-830-0664, if no answer leave message.

House For Rent

Wanted: VINTAGE ELECTRONICS: Tube type radios, Hi-Fi, stereo, test equipment, amplifiers, speakers, etc.

419-798-9168 RESPONSIBLE RETIRED COUPLE wants long-term rental-Catawba, Lakeside, Marblehead--prefer 2/3 BR-2BA-FR-2GAR-newer, no maintenance, contact tr72348@neo.rr.com (We’re ready now-she finally agreed.)

For Sale 454 LTD Kawasaki motorcycle with 8k miles, in perfect condition $1,500 OBO 419-635-5263

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REAL ESTATE

8B Thursday, April 8, 2010

“I Sell Views”

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• 4434 E. Harbor’s Edge, customed condo w/elevator

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Open House Weekend

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OPEN SATURDAY 1-3 and 4-6 pm and SUNDAY 1-3 pm • 2031 S Bailiwick, Marblehead.

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Howardhanna.com/20100714 $273,000 KARMEN LUCAS 419-6569188

Open Sat 1-3: 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. Reduced $149,500 Howardhanna.com/906263 ROBIN ROHRBAUGH 419-341-8778

Open Sat 1-3: 2030 N. Nan Marblehead—Unique custom Riverbend Timber built oak and tile flooring 100’ dock at your back door. Gas fireplace in living area and master bedroom, cupola, 2 wooden decks, cedar roof, canal 42’ wide.

Howardhanna.com/20100896 $385,000 SARA WILLIAMS 419-3070499

Open Sat 4-6: 1661 Starboard Catawba—Manufactured with additions for extra space. 54 ft dock just outside your door. Store your boat here in off season. You own the lot in this waterfront canal community. Year round or summer at the Lake! Howardhanna.com/906281 $163,500 ROBIN ROHRBAUGH 419-341-8778

Open Sat 1-3: 2731 Sand Rd. Catawba—Come back to the simple things in life in this Home/Cottage built on a higher elevation. Full walk out bsmnt w/2 large garage doors.Sitting right on Lake Erie you can hear the waves from every room and enjoy sunsets. Original wood paneling with crown molding, wood flooring, original French doors, wbfp. Bring your family to make memories on the shores of Lake Erie.

Howardhanna.com/904095 $375,000 GLENNA BENDER 419-341-1579

Open Sat and Sun 1-3: 810 E. Main L1C. Marblehead—Lakefront luxury condo 2100 sq. feet on 1st flr with panoramic unobstructed view. Priced way below market value. Granite, marble, gas fireplace, pool, beach, heated garage, clubhouse and close to downtown Marblehead. Howardhanna. com/20100305 299,900 ELLEN GOLIAS 419-265-3676

• 3334 Confederate Dr, Johnson’s Island. Very Affordable and a waterview too! $149,000 • 4762 Woodland, Catawba Spacious and Gracious Ranch adjacent to CIC Golf Course $439,000 • 2442 Split Rock, Marblehead.

Like New Custom Cape with so many extras! $299,000 • 10951 Bay Point #202 Marblehead. Bay Point Fully Furnished Ranch Condo $204,900 • 3845 Memorial Shoreway, Johnson’s Island. Completely Renovated Waterfront Home $699,000

Open Sat 4-6 and Sun 1-3: 4428 E. Harbor's Edge & 4434 E. Harbor's Edge Catawba—Two condo's. One upstairs with an elevator and highly customized and the other is first floor with 3 bd./2.5 ba. Both condos sit on the 18th hole of the new Arthur Hills Championship Golf Course. Tour with GLENNA BENDER 419-341-1579 or MARK HARTLINE 419-341-9999.

Open Sun 1-3: 4785 Wood Duck Catawba—Exquisitely decorated waterfront home features maple flooring & cabinetry, granite countertops, open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, sunroom & additional office/loft. Overlooking 60 acres of federally protected wetlands. Private dockage to Lake Erie.

Howardhanna.com/903368 $499,000 CHERYL HETRICK 419-202-0144

Open Sun 4-6- 6011 E. Harbor Rd. L1D Marblehead—Incredible condo on east Harbor waterfront! Adorned with granite, marble, fireplace and more. 2 docks, 1 car garage just minutes from open lake. Pool and clubhouse – reduced price, listed below appraised value, it won’t last long – call today!!

Howardhanna. com/20100339 $283,500 KARMEN LUCAS 419-656-9188

Open Sun 1-3: 3300 Stonehouse Catawba- CIC condo overlooks spacious lawn and panoramic Lake Erie view.

One-of-a-kind floor plan including 3 large BR, 2.5 BA, 2 car attached gar.

Updated baths & kitchen featuring Sub Zero, undercounter icemaker. Floor to ceiling stone fireplace. Join CIC to enjoy Club House, Marina, Tennis, Proshop, Fitness Center, pools, beach.

Howardhanna.com/906004 $349,900 GLENNA BENDER 419-341-1579.

Open Sun 1-3: 1395 McCloy Catawba- Split level canal front with 40 ft dock at your door. Water and electric at dock with jet ski lift. The spacious three floors give room for all. Pool table in walkout basement, bring your toys and play! Nice 2 car garage or extra space with many windows and sliding doors. Howardhanna.com/906106 $269,000 ROBIN ROHRBAUGH 419341-8778

• 2175 S. Bristol Dr, Marblehead Spectacular Views 70’ Dockage at your Door! $499,000 • 3138 N Marina View Dr, Catawba. CIC Completely Remodeled, Mostly Furnished Condo $369,000

OPEN SATURDAY AND SUNDAY 1-3 pm Open Sun 1-3: 9850 E. Bayshore Rd. Marblehead—Updated cottage – simply charming – comes with use of boat dock too! Dockage is on the bay, just down the street. 1000 sq. FT. 2BR/1BA, patio in back. Recently rewired, replumbed, dry-walled and more! Howardhanna.com/20100965 $119,000 KARMEN LUCAS 419-656-9188

Open Sun 4-6: 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 ROBIN ROHRBAUGH 419-341-8778

Open Sat 4-6: 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 $759,000 MARGARET LENTHE 419-341-2014

Open Sat 1-3: 3102 Marina View Catawba—First floor 3 bedroom, 2 bath Catawba Island Club condo. Sunset and lake views. Spacious unit with master suite, corner fireplace, plenty of storage. Decorating allowance.

Howardhanna.com/903944 $339,900 ED KOCH 419-460-1944

Howard Hanna Real Estate Services, Catawba Office • 4054 East Harbor Road Port Clinton, OH 43452 • 877-734-5751

• 502 Stone St, Marblehead.

Large Corner Lot, Lake Access, Priced to Sell! $259,000 • 233 Laurel, Lakeside. 1895 Fully Updated, Garage AND Parking too! $639,000 • 5078 E. Water St, Catawba.

1895 Fully Restored, Waterfront Near the Ferry! $679,000 • 2066 S Dorchester, Marblehead. Two Years New, 70’ Dock at the Door Too! $549,000