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Resale center opens Friday By JOHN SCHAFFNER Publisher Bob and Linda Snyder have always believed in giving back to the community that has given to them. The local developer and his wife have dreamed of creating a place where people could buy quality goods at extremely low prices to give those less fortunate in our area a break. For the past three months, the
Portage Resale Center has been taking shape in the east wing of the old Portage School. On Friday, that dream becomes a reality. Several years ago, Bob Snyder served as chairman of the United Way fundraising campaign in Ottawa County. That campaign, thanks to a lot of innovative ideas that came from Snyder’s involvement, was a big success. He was instrumental, along with his part-
The new Portage Resale Center is located in the west wing of the former Portage School on State Road.
ners in the Catawba Bay development, in the idea of a “Caring, Giving Community,” which has provided thousands of dollars to the local United Way efforts. “We intend that all proceeds after rent and expenses will be given to a local charity,” he said. He has been helped along the way by a large number of volun-
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Voters ready for election
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Local voters geared up for the Nov. 8 election last week by packing the house at Candidates and Issues Night at the Port Clinton Elks Lodge. Those running for office spoke about their backgrounds, platforms and achievements while those representing state and local issues stated their positions. For those of you who missed the chance to attend, or watch live on WPCR’s website, www.portclintonradio.com, more opportunities are available to gather information before casting your ballot. The Ida Rupp Public Library displays and distributes literature representing all points of view. During the month leading up to the election, the library will display and distribute voter information and campaign literature for issues and candidates appearing on local ballots. In addition, the Ida Rupp Public Library will distribute copies of the election brochure published by the League of Women Voters and include links to election information on the Library’s web site. For candidates, Ida Rupp Public Library is requesting that election information be sent to the attention of the Library Director. The Library assumes no responsibility for contacting individuals or committees if appropriate campaign literature is not received. The Library Director will determine how and where such literature is displayed or distributed in the Library. Flyers and brochures may not exceed 8½ x 14 in size and the quantity may not exceed 500 per delivery. Campaign materials that are not literature will not be considered for display or distribution. All campaign materials will be removed on the evening before the election and discarded.
Fourteen eateries compete in second annual event By ANGIE ADAIR ZAM Editor Fourteen area pizza vendors will face off in the second annual Rotary Pizza Challenge next week. Guests are welcome to come sample the pies and cast their ballot for the People’s Choice award. Meanwhile, local “celebrities” will be judging the other two categories: pepperoni, to be scored by Danbury and Port Clinton high schoolers, and specialty, ranked by some chosen local adults. “Last year I think we had 12 vendors and I was hoping to have 150 people show up,” said Duane Waite, Rotarian and chairman of the event. “We had 459 come through the front door.” Waite brought the idea for the challenge to the local Rotary after attending a similar event in Sandusky. “I thought, there’s just no reason we
can’t do this,” he said. With a little help from Rotary’s Sandusky counterparts, the first event went off smoothly. This year, the only change planned is the placement of the ballot boxes. For the inaugural event, they were all lined up in one bank together, which Waite said was a bit confusing for voters. This year, each vendor will have a ballot box — or pizza box — on their table to catch the votes. The vendors are: Beer 30’s, Bell Mell’s, Bruno’s Pizzeria, Cameo Pizza, Caro’s Pizza House, Feltner’s Flipping Pizza, Lagoon Saloon, Marco’s, Mr. Ed’s Bar and Grille, Papa Jimmie’s, Pizza House, Pizza Hut, Porky’s and Sloopy’s. “It’s a great way to showcase the product,” said Ted Haughn, vice president of operations at Bruno’s Pizzeria in downtown
Marblehead. “I can’t even count the number of people who came in because of the pizza challenge.” Bruno’s, along with other participating eateries, are getting the word out to customers with flyers in the establishments and on the pies heading out for delivery. The Rotary Pizza Challenge runs from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 25, and is held at the Port Clinton Elks Lodge on Buckeye Boulevard. The cost for all-you-can eat pizza and pop is $10 or $5 for those younger than 12. A cash bar will also be available. All proceeds support scholarships for Port Clinton and Danbury High School students. For information about the Pizza Challenge, go to www.facebook.com/beaconnews for a link to the event page.
Coming up Check out upcoming editions of The Beacon for more on the election: • Oct. 27 — State and local issues • Nov. 3 — Candidates
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Trip to Washington, D.C., was inspiring Having noted that this is the political season last week, Mary Alice and I took a trip to Washington, D.C., last week to formally celebrate our 40th wedding anniversary. I got to chat with Congressman Bob Latta, who, although he no longer represents us in Congress, is an old friend. I also received two tickets to a fall garden tour on the south lawn of the White House from Marcy Kaptur. We caught ourselves standing 50 feet from the Oval Office. Most inspiring was our first visit to the World War II
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Memorial. There were several Honor Flight groups there, one from Dallas and another from Bend, Ore. It was great to have the opportunity to thank these fine men and women for their service. We also got to see the new Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial one day before it was formally dedicated. However, my overall impression is that Washington is a pretty screwed up place. It was hard to get anywhere in that city, as it is overloaded with staffers, bureaucrats and lobbyists. There is no way n
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There is a Fall Freedom Festival being held this evening (Thursday, Oct. 20) from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at the Ottawa County Fairgrounds. There will be music, an autumn dessert buffet, hay rides, a campfire and s’mores along with a speech by Michael Pryce, M.D., on what the Healthcare Freedom Amendment means to Ohio. They are asking for a donation of $20 per person or $50 for a family. The proceeds go
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Pam Martinez, of Port Clinton, was selected as our “Find Wylie” winner this week. She was chosen from among 79 contestants who found our friendly fish hiding in the ad for SOS Storage on page 2B last week. Pam wins a $20 gift card from Friendship Food Stores We’ll be hiding Wylie again next week. If you find him, just drop off an entry form at our office in the Beacon Place Business Center, or hit the Find
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The Ottawa County Riverview Healthcare Campus is holding its 11th annual Trick or Treat event this Sunday, Oct. 23. Youngsters are encouraged to come and trick or treat at the doors of the 100 residents. There will be a costume contest with several categories including a best baby costume for children 2 years old and younger. For information,
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