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Hearing held on health of lake By JOHN SCHAFFNER Publisher Five members of the Ohio House of Representatives, led by Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee Chairman Dave Hall, descended on the Lake Erie Shores and Islands Visitor’s Center in Portage Township on Friday for a special public hearing. What they got was an earful on the causes and possible cures for the massive algae bloom that covered the Western Basin of Lake Erie last summer. The cause of the problem was simple and unanimous: phosphorus. How-
ever, the solutions may come much harder. Along with Hall were State Reps. Dennis Murray (who announced this week he would not seek a third term), Randy Gardner (who announced that he would run for the vacant State Senate Seat he formerly held), Rex Damschroeder and Catherine Clyde from Portage County. They heard from an array of witnesses for more than 2 hours, but perhaps the most compelling came from Dr. Jeffrey Reuters, director of the Ohio Sea Grant program. Reuters outlined a number
of things in Lake Erie that need fixed: • Sediment bringing phosphorus into the lake • Harmful algal blooms, partially caused by excess phosphorus • Aquatic invasive species that exacerbate the problem • The dead zone in the center of the lake north of Cleveland • The unusual recent weather which he believes has caused more storms and warmer lake temperatures Reuters gave the panel a little history lesson. In the mid-1960s, there were extraordinarily high
phosphorus levels in Lake Erie, especially the Western Basin, and the lake was nationally known as “The Dead Lake.” After the Cuyahoga River caught on fire in 1969, measures were taken to limit phosphorus coming into the lake. By the early 1980s, the lake was cleaned up and this area became the Walleye Capital of the World. However, in 1985, phosphorus levels began to rise again. In the ’60s, the phosphorus came mostly from factories and power plants. Now, the primary cause of phosphorus in the lake is fertil-
izer run-off from farm fields surrounding Lake Erie and its tributaries, particularly the Maumee River. Reuters believes that we need a 50-66 percent reduction in phosphorus running off into the lake. The big issue is, how can agricultural interests around the Lake reduce the loads of phosphorus on their land used for fertilizer and still remain productive? Reuters noted that the heavy rains we received last spring certainly impacted the size and scope of
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Mayor Debbie Hymore-Tester presents the Citizen of the Year award to husband Dennis Tester at Tuesday’s City Council meeting. Lou Wargo, who also received the honor, was not present.
Citizens of the Year At Tuesday’s City Council meeting, Mayor Debbie Hymore-Tester announced the Citizens of the Year. Dennis Tester and Lou Wargo were honored for their countless contributions to various city projects dating back to 2003. The mayor said the pair has helped with improvements to Lakeview Park and Derby Pond, the Port Clinton fireworks display and fire levy passage and a number of Texas Hold’em tournaments. Though Wargo was unable to attend the meeting, Dennis Tester, the mayor’s husband, was on hand to accept the honor. “It was awesome and it was well deserved for both of them,” the mayor said of the presentation. “It’s not every day you can kiss the citizen of the year.”
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HOLIDAY TRADITION LIVES ON Waldo Peppers hosted “Nate’s Annual Santa Bruch” on Sunday to benefit Ottawa County Job and Family Services and the Salvation Army. Donations of non-perishable food and toys were accepted at the door. Lauri Gray, who worked for Nate’s Restaurant and has been part of the breakfast tradition since 1991, was on hand Sunday to work the door and sell raffle tickets. “We are continuing the tradition in Nate’s memory,” she said. Crafts were donated by Jody Geyer, owner of Jody Did It in Marblehead and former Nate’s employee, for raffles to bump up the proceeds. “She’s a very talented person,” Gray said.
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More than 400 items collected on Mitten Tree We did it — we broke the 400 mark for donations to our Mitten Tree! We collected 182 pairs of gloves and mittens, 130 hats and 101 scarves for a total of 413 items to help keep heads, hands and hearts warm this winter. The good folks at the Salvation Army picked up the last load last Friday so our tree is now empty. Once again, we had many handmade items this year so there is no doubt that our donors really put a lot of time and heart into this wonder Christmas tradition. Thanks to one and all. nnn
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Cathy Allen will continue her annual gift-wrapping service until Friday, Dec. 23, when she will be at the Ottawa County Museum from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to do last-minute wrapping for those late shoppers. Cathy will wrap gifts and provide the paper and ribbon in return for a donation to the Ottawa County Museum. Shoppers who have more than n
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Evelyn Heineman Jan 1, 1956 — Dec. 10, 2011 Evelyn Ann Heineman (Ciacelli), 56, of Catawba Island passed away Saturday, Dec 10, at Stein Hospice Care Center surrounded by her family who loved her. Private Graveside Service will be in Catawba Island Cemetery, Port Clinton. Arrangements entrusted to Gerner-Wolf-Walker Funeral Home & Crematory, Port Clinton.
Kelly Hymore Sept. 22, 1930 — Nov. 23, 2011 Kelly Hymore, 81, of Port Clinton, died Wednesday, Nov. 23, at Edgewood Manor Nursing Center, Port Clinton, with his loving family by his side. He was born on Sept. 22, 1930, in Williamson, W. Va., the son of the late Mike and Lula (Dotson) Hymore. Kelly spent his younger years as a Golden Glove boxer in Toledo, Ohio, at the police and fire gym. He had 15 professional featherweight bouts and approximately 20 amateur flyweight and bantamweight bouts. In March of 1948, Kelly entered the U.S. Olympic tryouts held in Toledo for seven surrounding states and advanced to the semifinals before being defeated. He was a two-time Toledo Golden Glove Champ. During his professional years, he was managed by the late Jimmy Murray out of New York and was a lifetime friend of the late Archie Moore, who is the light heavy weight all-time leader in knock out victories. Kelly was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, serving during the Korean War. He also boxed in the Marines. During his working career, he was a switchman at the B & O and C & O Railroads out of Walbridge and Toledo, Ohio, until his retirement in the late 1970s. His hobbies included billiards, gardening and dancing. Survivors include his daughters Debbie (Dennis) Hymore-Tester, Sherry (Lonnie) Roach, Sandra Hymore-Blevins; sons John Hymore and Kelly David Hymore; 11 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; for-
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Mary Ohm Aug. 23, 1960 — Dec. 8, 2011 Mary Susan Ohm, 51, of Port Clinton, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011, at Magruder Hospital, Port Clinton. She was born on Aug. 23, 1960, the daughter of Marvin Boyde and Myra A. (Kuzma) Ohm. Mary was very outgoing and loved by many. She was a loving and supportive mother and grandmother. Mary will be greatly missed by her loving family and friends. Survivors include: mother Myra Ohm; son Jonathon Ohm; daughter Sarah (Rex) Wise; brother Jeffrey Ohm; sisters Debra Ohm and Laura (Anthony) Ciacelli; grandchildren Kameron, Bryson and Malakai Wise; grandmother Mary Ohm-Dewey and several loving nieces and nephews. Mary was preceded in death by her father. At the request of the family there will be no visitation or services. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions in memory of Mary may be given to the family in care of the funeral home. Gerner-Wolf-Walker Funeral Home & Crematory, assisted the family with the arrangements. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.walkerfuneralhomes.com.
Marilyn Marek August 16, 1941 — Dec. 12, 2011 Marilyn Marek, 70, of Gypsum, passed away unexpectedly Monday, Dec. 12, at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center, Toledo. Visitation will be 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 15, in the Gerner-Wolf-Walker Funeral Home & Crematory, Port Clinton. A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted by the Rev. John Missler at 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 16, in Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Port Clinton, with prayers at the funeral home at 10:30 a.m. Interment will be in Riverview Cemetery.
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bags. Each duffle bag was packed special for our struggling Veterans with a blanket, sweatshirt, laundry soap, hygiene items, gloves, stocking hat, food, lip balm, hand sanitizer; the list goes on and on … Church & Dwight’s (Arm & Hammer products) generosity was amazing. The bags were loaded. A grant from the U.S. Department of Labor, Veterans Employment and Training Services, Homeless Veteran Re-integration Program was used. To add extra value to the event, many local companies became sponsors and were most gracious with their donations. They include: Ottawa County Safety Council, WSOS, Church & Dwight — Old Fort, Green Bay Packaging, Ottawa County Veterans Services, Marion H. Peck American Legion Post 295 — Ladies Auxiliary of Green Springs, Am Vets Post 10 Port Clinton, Dick’s Sporting Goods, The Ability Center, Fifth Third Bank, Clyde VFW Post 3343, Fostoria VFW Post 421, Culligan Water Systems, American Legion 547 Monroeville, First Ohio Credit Union of Fostoria, Stein Hospice, True Value of Woodville, Terra State Community College, Carmeuse Lime & Stone – Maple Grove and Millersville plants, Ballreich’s of Tiffin, Sandusky County Safety Council, Bellevue VFW Post 1238, Walmart, Trainco Truck Driving School and Sue Risner of Stone Fossil Studio. We are already planning the 2012 event. To become involved, contact me at 419-559-2236 or bnusser@terra. edu. Respectfully submitted, Bonnie Nusser, chairwoman Northcoast Jobs Connection Veteran Services Team
Women of the year Each year our club elects a Women of the Year. This is a very high honor. What makes this award so very special is that it is awarded by our peers here in the club. Although we all have an idea of the criteria needed for Women of the Year this is a very subjective decision, on a blind ballet, meaning no voter names are attached to the votes. So, not only is this a person who is a leader, a mover and a shaker in our group. But also a person who is “held in high regard” by the members of the group. This also is a very high honor. This year’s recipient has all the traits expected of a “Women of the Year.” She is an extraordinary person who gives to the community; to her family and to the BPW club each year with abundance. This year’s recipient volunteers not only for the BPW, but has started a chapter of Compassionate Friends here in Port Clinton and is very active in the Downtown Business community as well has the Port Clinton Chamber and Main Street organizations. She owns her own successful business in Downtown Port Clinton. And is not only an inspiration to others emotionally, but is helping to beautify Port Clinton one “UPDO” at a time. This year’s “Women of the Year” recipient is Roseann Hickman. Congratulations, Lori Madison BPW member and 2010 Woman of the Year
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PC gets Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Grant The City of Port Clinton has received a grant through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in the amount of $25,000 from the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative FY 11 funds. According to Mayor Debbie Hymore-Tester, the grant funds will be used to prepare a Preliminary Restoration Plan under the Great Lakes Fishery and Ecosystem Restoration Authority. The Preliminary Restoration Plan will consist of identifying problems and opportunities, evaluating the conceptual alternatives, and determining the continued Federal interest in the restoration plan. Hymore-Tester indicated the possibility of continued Federal interest would move the Plan into the feasibility phase of study with detailed evaluations undertaken. A willing cost-share partner for the project would be required. “This opportunity is a wonderful first step in restoring the Port Clinton Coastal area,” she said. “It Est. will provide opportuni“What 1987 A ties for the residents and Brilliant Idea!” visitors to the Port Clinton area.”
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Friends of PC Parks wrap up busy season BY BOB BUTCHER Friends of Port Clinton Parks president As the Autumn draws to a close, the Friends of Port Clinton Parks want to thank those who helped make our city parks more attractive and useful. Through the generosity of our community and grants from the Stensen Fund and the Ottawa Community Foundation, we were able to complete several projects this season. Electric hand dryers and baby changing tables were installed in the Lakeview Park restrooms. The dryers have eliminated the need for, as well as the litter from, paper towels. A new sign was also mounted along with a project several years in the making: a large plaque that lists all the donors who
have contributed to the renovations of the park over the past several years. Both signs were designed and installed by Davenport Art. Our lamppost project, which has drawn many compliments, was fully subscribed this year and suitable gift and memorial plaques have been mounted. Our thanks to John and Lori Madison of the Frederick Agency, and Roland and Linda Burke of Main Street Lighting for their gifts. Those memorialized include Paul and Mary Willis by their daughter Martha Willis, and Roland and Margie Kokinda by their daughter Michelle Kokinda. Michelle also gave a lamppost in memory of her grandmothers: Mary Puchalski and Mary Kokinda. Our annual community yard sale at the
park in August was a great success thanks to Roseann Barker, chairwoman, with great help from Jim Cooper, Tracey Smith, Todd and Heather Meffered, Rady and Megan O’Neal, Larry and Mary Hamann, as well as all the member of the Friends steering committee, especially Bob Underwood who continues to flip the best pancakes on the north coast. The Friends intended to complete the restoration of the garden in Lakeview Park this past summer but came up a few dollars short of being able to fund the project. We expect to complete the garden wall and walk in the spring after our annual membership campaign. Once again, we thank Maxine Carnicom and Barb McLaury and their faithful spouses for their gardening
skills and hard work in making the garden beautiful again. At the end of this year Friends of Port Clinton Parks will bid farewell to our faithful treasurer Sharon Mefferd. She has served as treasurer since the formation of the Friends and has asked to be relieved of this task she has carried out so well. We are glad that she will still be a member of the Friends Board and will continue to help make our parks something of which our community can be proud. Dave Mehl will take over the duties of treasurer after the first year. Friends of Port Clinton Parks look forward to next spring when we can continue to make our parks attractive and enjoyable for our community to gather and play.
Medication Take Back Event a big success A total of 250 pounds of unused, unwanted and expired prescription pills and liquid medications were accepted during the Ottawa County Medication Take Back event Oct. 29. The event was sponsored by the Ottawa County Sheriff ’s Office with drop off locations at the Sheriff ’s office in Port Clinton, Lakeside Fire Station No. 2, Catawba Island Township Fire Station, Portage Fire District Station in Oak Harbor and the Village of Genoa Police Department. All of these agencies worked with the OSS Solid Waste District, Ottawa County Health Department and representatives from Magruder Hospital to get the word out about the proper handling of unwanted or expired medications. This one-day collection event is part of a national effort by the Federal Drug Enforcement Agency to offer a safe and secure way to dispose of prescription medication. Collection events are held twice per year, once in the spring and again in the fall. Ottawa County has been participating in
the event since the Fall of 2010, and has steadily increased the amount of medications collected with each event: 17 pounds in Fall of 2010, 61 pounds in the Spring of 2011 and a record-breaking 250 pounds collected on Oct. 29. Ottawa County Sheriff Steve Levorchick believes this collection is making a positive impact on the communities throughout Ottawa County. “We had drop-off locations in five areas of the county to try to make this event as convenient as possible for the residents,” he said. “Our numbers show that people want to do the right thing, and dispose of their unwanted medicines properly. The program is a success thanks to the cooperation with the officials from the drop-off locations including the Village of Genoa Police Department, Portage Fire District in Oak Harbor, Lakeside Fire Station 2 and the Catawba Island Police and Fire Department.” The Sheriff ’s Department is working with the DEA to sponsor this collection. According to the DEA,
the most recent National Survey on Drug Use and Health shows prescription medicines to be the most abused drugs by Americans other than marijuana. Almost three-fourths of teen prescription drug abusers get the drugs from family and friends. The home medicine cabinet is a major source. These medications should not be thrown in the trash where others can find them. It is equally important to dispose of your medications once they are no longer needed for the illness for which they were prescribed. People should not use medications containing controlled substances outside of a doctor’s care. These medications should only be used by those individuals for whom they were prescribed and you should never take any medication that is expired. Collection dates for 2012 are being planned and will be announced in early 2012. For questions about the proper disposal of medications, contact the Sheriff ’s Office at 419734-4404.
HOLIDAY BUREAU Marblehead Coast Guard Seaman Apprentices Matthew Christescu and Joanna Fifer help longtime volunteer Wally Grinnell load up a truck with donated food and other necessities for families in need throughout Danbury Township this holiday season. This year more than 300 families will be helped through the efforts of the Danbury Township Division of the Holiday Bureau.
Church celebrating ordination anniversary St. Thomas Episcopal Church will be celebrating the 50th Ordination Anniversary of Rev. John Reinheimer on Dec. 18. There will be a service at 11 a.m. with a reception following. Reinheimer will be presiding at the service with The Rt. Rev. William D. Persell, Assisting Bishop of the Diocese of Ohio, delivering the sermon. Reinheimer was born in Fremont, in July of 1936. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Port Clinton. He graduated from Port Clinton High School in 1954 and then attended Hobart College, in Geneva, N.Y., where he received his bachelor of arts in history 1958 and completed his Divinity degree at Bexley Hall, The Divinity School of Kenyon College, Gambier, Ohio, in 1961. Reinheimer was ordained Deacon at Trinity Cathedral, Cleveland, in June 1961 and ordained a priest at St. Thomas’ Church, Rochester, N.Y., on the Feast of St. Thomas, Dec. 21, 1961. He served in the Diocese of Rochester from 1961 until 1973, first as curate and assistant to the Rector at St. Thomas, Rochester, then later as
Rector of St. John’s Church, Clifton Springs, N.Y. He was elected to the Diocesan Council and the Cathedral Chapter and appointed to the diocesan Youth Commission, the diocesan Liturgical Commission, Director of the diocesan Boys Camp and was also a member of the Council’s Finance Committee. From mid-1973 until early in 1975, Reinheimer was at Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, doing a residency in Clinical Pastoral Education. While at Massachusetts General, he was at several parishes in the metropolitan Boston area. From 1975 until retirement, Rochester was in the Diocese of New Hampshire. During that time he was Priest-in-Charge at St. Mary’s Church, Penacook, St. Jude’s Church, Franklin, Trinity Church, Tilton and was Interim at Church of the Epiphany, Newport, and All Saint’s Church, Littleton. The last 10 years of his active ministry were spent as Vicar of Church of the Messiah, North Woodstock, N.H. During his time at the Church of the Messiah, the congregation instituted a “Blessing of the Animals” and Reinheimer was men-
tioned in the national church press for having had a rather large black bear brought to the service. And yes, she did receive a blessing. Both the service and the appearance of the bear continue to this day. Reinheimer served on the Diocesan Council in New Hampshire during a part of the tenure of Bishop Douglas Theuner. Both men had been students at Bexley Hall during the early 1960s After retirement, Reinheimer returned to Port Clinton. Since then he has been active as extended supply at St. Paul’s, Put-in-Bay, Old Trinity Church, Tiffin, St. Paul’s Church, Oregon, and most recently, Grace Church, Sandusky. In October 2000, Reinheimer entered the ranks of the Associates of Holy Cross. The Associates is an organization of men and women, clergy and laity, who are affiliated with the Order of Holy Cross, a Benedictine, Episcopal-oriented monastic community located in West Park, New York. Associates live under a simplified monastic style Rule of Life and work in conjunction with the monks in mutual ministry and spiritual support.
Museum announces holiday hours The Ottawa County Museum, 126 W. Third St., Port Clinton, will be open the following additional hours during the school holiday vacation: • 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, Dec. 23 • Noon to 3 p.m. Monday, Dec. 26; Wednesday, Dec. 28, and Friday, Dec. 30.
The museum can also be opened anytime by appointment with curator Peggy Debien at 419-732-1039. Children are always welcome to visit the museum, with or without parents. Admission to the museum is free; donations are welcome.
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Neuropsychologist Board Eligible, American Board of Clinical Neuropsychology Specialization/Special Certification: Traumatic Brain Injury & Stroke Dr. DenBesten received his PhD from Nova Southeastern University in 2009. He completed his internship at Louis Stokes Cleveland Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. His fellowship was completed through a consortium of Baylor College of Medicine, TIRR/Memorial Hermann Hospital, and the University of Texas Medical School at Houston. Dr. DenBesten has special interest in neuro-rehabilitation and community re-integration following neurological injury. He specializes in the assessment and treatment of: Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Stroke Neurodegenerative disorder (Alzheimer’s disease, vascular dementia, etc.) Brain tumors Seizure disorders Demyelinating conditions (multiple sclerosis) Oxygen deprivation (hypoxia) CNS Infections Pre and post evaluation of neurosurgical conditions
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HOLIDAY HAPPY HOUR Residents and guests enjoyed the Dec. 2 Holiday Happy Hour at the Community Center at The Vineyard. The band Night Breeze entertained with Christmas songs, as well as music from the 1950s-’60s. Pictured are Doug Floriana, Irene Slauterbeck, Royetta Floriana and Sandy McClure.
Handel’s “Messiah” will be performed at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 18, at St. John Lutheran Church in Port Clinton. Noted area soloists include Soprano Katy Klein, Alto Karen Roberts, Tenor Dustin Hill and Bass Sean Cooper. Orchestra players from Bowling Green University and Port Clinton, along with organist Henry Kihlken, will provide the accompaniment for the soloists and the 50-member choir. The concert will include the popular Christmas section of “Messiah.” The duration of the concert should be approximately and hour and 15 minutes. This is the eighth annual performance for the
community, bringing together singers from Port Clinton, Marblehead, Lakeside and Fremont and Sandusky. The choir and orchestra will be conducted by Craig Dieterich. The concert is free to the public, however, a free-will offering will be taken during the Pastoral Symphony interlude. A reception in the church fellowship hall will follow the performance. The church has been full for past performances so come early to get a seat. Come and enjoy one of the greatest of our holiday musical traditions.
Murder mystery author at Ida Rupp Jacqueline Farthing Galvin, author of “A Tease of Murder,” will be at Ida Rupp Public Library at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 15. “If your best friend since diapers called and asked you to help with her bed and breakfast opening, you’d go wouldn’t you? Because it’s bound to be a great
time, knowing her. And it would have been, well, except for that dead guy in the garden. And that’s not the half of it ... ” Come hear all about this new mystery. For more about it online, visit www. ateaseofmurder.com. The library is located at 310 Madison St., Port Clinton.
Community Calendar Dec. 15
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WHAT: Take Off Pounds Sensibly; all are welcome WHEN: 11 a.m. WHERE: Peace Lutheran Church, 900 Jefferson St., Port Clinton
ELMS Free Community Meal
WHAT: Peace Lutheran and St. Thomas fund the meal of ham, scalloped potatoes and green bean casserole WHERE: St. Thomas Church WHEN: 5 to 6 p.m.
Tough Cookies
WHAT: A support group for children ages 7 to 12 years of age who are separated from their parents, temporarily or permanently,
through marital separation, divorce or incarcerated. Using creative and fun interventions, the group will teach the children ways to cope and manage stress WHEN: 4-5:30 p.m. WHERE: Stein Hospice, 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky COST: Free INFO: To enroll, contact Hope Seavers, 419-6255269, or hseavers@ steinhospice.org.
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Board of Elections Meeting
WHAT: Regular meeting of the Ottawa County Board of Elections WHEN: 1:30 p.m. WHERE: Conference Room, 8444 W. Ohio 163, Oak
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WHAT: Children may visit Santa at the log cabin this evening WHEN: 6-8 p.m. WHERE: Adolphus Kraemer Park in downtown Oak Harbor
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Refuge Auto Tour
WHAT: Drive through seven miles of the refuge. Drive at your own pace as you travel along a well-marked route. Stop at the refuge’s Visitor Center to explore hands-on exhibits and watch a short film about the natural and cultural history of the Lake Erie marsh ecosystem and the Great Black Swamp. WHEN: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
WHERE: Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge, west of Port Clinton on Ohio 2 COST: FREE
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Sandusky Ski Club Meeting
WHAT: This will be the annual Make It and Bake It Auction to raise funds for a local charity. WHEN: 7:30 p.m. WHERE: Chet & Matt’s, 1013 E, Strub Rd., Sandusky INFO: Roger at 419-7349898 or via e-mail to irfoxey@yahoo.com. Visit our web site at www. sanduskyskiclub.com.
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WHAT: Take Off Pounds Sensibly; all are welcome WHEN: 11 a.m. WHERE: Peace Lutheran Church, 900 Jefferson St., Port Clinton
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WHAT: Santa will be on hand throughout the day for McDonald’s re-opening celebration which includes giveaways and free tickets to spin and win. WHEN: Opens for breakfast at 5 a.m.; flag raising and ribbon cutting at 8:30 a.m.; fire department/truck on hand starting at 10 a.m.; Ronald McDonald on site from 3:30 to 8:30 p.m. WHERE: McDonald’s, Perry Street, Port Clinton
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WHAT: A support group for children ages 7 to 12 years of age who are separated from their parents, temporarily or permanently, through marital separation, divorce or incarcerated. Using creative and fun interventions, the group will teach the children ways to cope and manage stress WHEN: 4-5:30 p.m. WHERE: Stein Hospice, Sandusky COST: Free INFO: To enroll, contact Hope Seavers, 419-6255269, or hseavers@ steinhospice.org.
Lighthouse Historical Society
WHAT: Monthly meeting WHEN: 7 p.m. WHERE: Otterbein North Shore Retirement Center, 9400 North Shore Blvd., Marblehead
Republican Lunch Bunch
WHAT: The buffet lunch is $10. No reservations required. WHEN: Noon WHERE: Port Clinton Elks, 231 Buckeye Blvd.
TELL TALES from 1A See the King” will feature the OHHS Women’s Choir, the Men’s Chorus, Third Inversion Vocal Jazz Ensemble and the Mixed Choir as well as several featured soloists. nnn
There will be a benefit for Patty Melchor Albertson this Saturday night at Mango Mamas in downtown Port Clinton. Defy Productions presents FIGHT NIGHT— a fight for Patty to help support her fight with cancer. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to that charity. Tickets are $10 in advance and $13 at the door. Doors open at 7 p.m. this Saturday, Dec. 17. nnn
Congratulations to Todd Bickley who was sworn in on Dec. 3 as Commodore of Port Clinton Yacht Club for 2012. Dr. Mike Hablitzel will assume the duties of Rear Commodore.
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We received word that Jared Rhode of Port Clinton is currently listed as the top Bass Angler on Lake Erie! An angler must participate in at least two major events in the past 5 years to be eligible. Jared has a total of 971.696 points, more than 50 points more than his nearest competitor. nnn
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Has anybody noticed that the waters of Lake Erie are up considerably since last year at this time? According to the TV meteorologists, if we get just one more inch of rain before Dec. 31, we will set a new all time record for rainfall, more than 4 feet (48”) of rain! That is a lot of precipitation!
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settled at all in the jar. Others who testified on Friday include Joe Logan of the Ohio Environmental Council; Ken Alvey of the Lake Erie Marine Trades Association; Larry Fletcher, Director of Lake Erie Shores and Islands West (Ottawa County Visitor’s Bureau); and John Hillenbrandt, general manager at Cedar Point. Perhaps Gardner summed it up best: “I
get asked ‘how can we afford to solve the problem.’ After hearing the testimony here, I would have to say: how can we afford NOT to solve this problem?” All the officials at the state level who serve at the pleasure of Gov. Kasich noted that the Governor is well aware of this problem and that he has directed his government to get “all hands on deck” to solve it.
the algal blooms in the lake. Among those who testified were Jim Zehringer, who was recently appointed as the Director of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, and Ohio EPA director Scott Nally. Zehringer said that he has directed all divisions within his department to make Lake Erie water quality a top priority. Cary’s New 2011 “I was appalled to see the Hand-Blown Ornaments pea green color of the lake last summer,” said Zehringer, a farm owner in western Ohio. “It is just not acceptable to allow that to conBuy 3 Beads — Get 1 of equal or lesser value Free* tinue … anybody who says trunk Spend $100 — Get a FREE Bead or Bracelet show this problem is due to slop$35 - $40 Value ping agriculture hasn’t done enough research. Buy a Gold Snap Bracelet — “The big problem is disGet a Free Kaleidoscope Bead, $70 value solved phosphorus, and the data on how that is being Buy a Pair of Gold Earrings — created is incomplete.” Get 2 Free Kaleidoscope Beads $140 value Zehringer noted that he Buy a Teardrop Necklace — Get a Free Glass Bead, $37 value is bringing together the reIncludes Miss Chamilia • Buy 3 Beads — Get 1 of equal or lesser value Free* sources of several stakeholders in the state to work on the problem. Earn FREE Jewelpops! Free Beads! Nally agreed. The more you buy, the more we give you FREE! “We have a three-legged stool creating this problem — municipalities, agriculture and manufacturing,” he said. “All three of those groups need to work together to solve this problem.” Featuring the area’s largest selection of beads. According to Nally, one of Three showcases full of beads compatible with all major brands the more significant problems is the sewage treatMin. purchase required, some exclusions may apply. See store for details. ment plant that feeds poorly treated sewage into the DeOpen 7 days a week thru Dec. 24 • 419-734-0600 troit River that flows directly into Lake Erie. With Detroit Shop FergusonGallery.com • Facebook.com/FergusonGallery • 5890 East Harbor Road, Marblehead, Ohio 43440 (at the traffic light) flirting with bankruptcy and receivership, the belief was that the Federal Govern-
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Crosswinds story of success Crosswinds Restaurant on Ohio 53 North has quickly become a real local success story. The four partners who are involved in the venture that first opened its doors in June of 2009, all grew up in the Port Clinton/Catawba area. They all have also collaborated in the Island Adventures Family Fun Center, Cedar Lane RV Park on Catawba, Portage Plaza and The Lube Connection. Crosswinds’ goal has been, from the beginning, to provide families with high quality and reasonably priced meals in a clean and casual atmosphere. Besides providing original Cameo pizza, there is a full menu of items from flame-grilled steaks to Lake Erie perch and walleye to specialty salads to hamburgers — all of which can be found online at www.crosswinds-restaurant.com. Also featured is a full bar menu of draft and bottled beer, wine and liquor. Crosswinds frequently offers food and drink specials that coincide with the season. The latest special during the winter months is their “2 Dine for $22,” available Monday through Thursday. Additionally, Crosswinds is a good community citizen, as many of their 50 employFull Menu Tues-Sun
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Magruder Hospital Auxiliary makes a donation The Magruder Hospital Auxiliary recently presented a check in the amount of $75,000 to Mike Long, president and CEO of Magruder, at the Auxiliary annual meeting. The donation is a cumulative result of two years of fundraising by the auxiliary. Some of the efforts include the charity balls, golf outings, book sales and revenue from the gift shop. “It is with great pride that we donate this money to the hospital,” said Kathy Tischler, president of the auxiliary. “To support the continuing advancement of the hospital within the community is a cause that benefits us all.” Over the years, the auxiliary has raised and donated hundreds of thousands of dollars to the hospital to assist in the purchase of various medical equipment, technology and renovation expenditures. “I am honored to accept this dona-
tion on behalf of Magruder and thank the entire auxiliary for working so hard to support the initiatives of the hospital over the years,” said Long. “I also thank all of you for your donation of time and talents to the hospital every day in many departments throughout our organization.”
Members Honored The Magruder Hospital Auxiliary recently held its annual board meeting presided over by Kathy Tischler, President of the Auxiliary. Tischler awarded service pins to the board members for their years of service to the Auxiliary: Donna Apple, sewing chairwoman — 1 year; Dianne Allan, secretary — 2 years, Marjorie Stys, press reporter and radiology chairwoman — 2 years; Stacy Kleinhans, ambassador — 2 years; Michele
Mueller, vice president — 2 years; Nancy Ringer, volunteer chairwoman — 3 years; Martha (Midge) Lawitzke, scholarship chairwoman — 4 years; Kathy Tischler, president —4 years; Vanda Wahlers, treasurer — 5 years; Rachel Fall, membership and fundraising chairwoman — 6 years; Anita Moneghan, life membership chairwoman — 6 years; Jan Russell, gift shop chairwoman — 7 years; Susie Miller, past president — 12 years; Marilyn Cuttaia, outpatient chairwoman — 24 years. The slate of officers for the next term were installed by Mike Long, president and CEO of Magruder: President Michele Mueller; Vice President Kendra German; Secretary Barbara Connole; Treasurer Vanda Wahlers; and Press Reporter Marjorie Stys.
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Drugs: the Good, the Bad and the Ugly Magruder Hospital will host an educational luncheon in the Conference Center At noon Monday, Dec. 19. Nick Marsico, R.Ph., Magruder’s director of pharmacy, and Cheryl Seigley, special dockets coordinator for Juvenile Court, will present “Drugs: the Good, the Bad & the Ugly” highlighting what you should know about prescription drug abuse, opiates and synthetic drugs (i.e. bath salts). This luncheon is part of a monthly education series in
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The National Certification Board for The diabetic education program at Diabetes Educators announced that Kathy Magruder helps hundreds of patient Buckingham, RD, LD, and Director of each year by teaching them the skills they Nutritional Services at Magruder Hospi- need to better manage their diabetes on tal and Krista Jeffries, RN, Nurse Diabetic their own. For information on the educaEducator at Magruder, have achieved Cer- tion options available at Magruder, go to tified Diabetes Educator status by suc- magruderhospital.com cessfully completing the Certification Examination for Diabetes Educators. Magruder’s Diabetic Education Program is nationally United Methodist recognized by the American Church of Oak Harbor Diabetes Association for the Invites the community to quality of educational offerCelebrate Jesus’ Birth ings for patients. “The achievement of the with us at our CDE by Buckingham and Jeffries certainly demonChristmas Eve strates their level of experCandlelight Service tise, as well as reaffirming Magruder’s commitment to 5:30pm is our family Communion at the our patients and the comCommunion rail in reverence and peace munity,” according to Mike 6:00pm is The Christmas Story Long, president and CEO through Scripture and Carol Singing of Magruder. “It was not required that they earn this Christ has come into the world certification. They took it offering love, forgiveness, and new life. upon themselves to go one May his peace rule in your life. step further in demonstratJoin us in the celebration of his birth. ing the distinct level of expertise we are offering to our diabetic education patients at Magruder. Their dedication is reflective on the entire organization.”
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By JOHN SCHAFFNER Publisher The Port Clinton Redskins had a good night on Friday and a bad night on Saturday. The result was a weekend split, as they demolished Edison 67-48 on Friday night, then followed it up with a horrendous shooting against Woodmore in a 4640 loss on Saturday night. The Redskins relied on hot shooting on Friday night and a big first half explosion. BranPHOTO BY BILL MIGALA don Stubblefield Steve Wingo puts up a shot against Edison. again had a big game with 20 points to lead a balanced Redskin offense. The PC defense turned in a stellar performance as well. The Redskins also dominated the boards allowing Edison only 14 rebounds for the entire game. Unfortunately for Coach Troy Diels and his players, the shots that were falling like raindrops on Friday night were clanging off the rim on Saturday night against Woodmore. They managed only 40 points as they hit only four of 23 on 3-point shots and only nine of 22 on shots from inside the arc. The loss dropped PC to 1-2 on the season. The Redskins play three games this week, Tuesday night at home against Tiffin Columbian, Thursday night at Oak Harbor and Saturday night back home against Margaretta. The Rockets have struggled this season, getting used to a new system and a new head coach. Margaretta, on the other hand, has started well this year, winning Friday night for Coach Troy Roth’s 100th career victory.
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Lady swim team wins, boys lose The Port Clinton Swim team faced a powerful Sylvania Southview last Saturday and wound up with a split. The girls won handily, 123-58, while the boys dropped a 108-61 decision. Freshmen McKenzie Stine and Gracey Steward each scored three wins each with Stine winning the 200 freestyle by nearly 5 seconds as well as the 500 freestyle and
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Ladies beat Margaretta Port Clinton beats Margaretta in girls’ basketball? When’s the last time that happened? Well, it happened Saturday afternoon as Coach Toby Bickel’s girls used a big third quarter to stun the Polar Bears 4639. The Redskins outscored the Polar Bears 14-7 in the third quarter to take an 8-point lead into the final quarter and held on in the final period for the victory. The Lady ‘Skins used all of their weapons
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Danbury boys fall to 0-3; girls get first win of season By YANEEK SMITH The Danbury boys team fell to 0-3 overall on the season, losing to Emmanuel Christian (54-32) on Friday and St. Mary CC (66-43) on Saturday. With the loss, the Lakers are currently 0-1 in the TAAC. In the loss to the EC, Caleb Helline led all scorers with 17 points, nine of which came on three-pointers. Danbury trailed by just one point, 12-11, after the first quarter, but the Eagles dominated from that point forward, outscoring the Lakers 42-21 the rest of the way. Tyrece Edwards led EC with 15 points and Bobby Behan and Carlton Brown had 14 and 11 points, respectively. In Saturday’s loss to SMCC, the Lakers fell behind early, trailing 15-5 after one period and 31-17 at the half. And in the third quarter, the Panthers broke it open, outscoring the Lakers, 21-8, to For SMCC, Alex Opfer led all scorers with 27 points
and Ethan Sennish and Joe Youskievicz had 12 and 10 points, respectively. Throughout the game, Opfer was able to penetrate and create problems for the Laker defense, getting his team a number of high-percentage shots. Caleb Helline led the team with 18 points and five rebounds. Zak Miller had seven points and Dylan Buckley had six to pace Danbury. Helline has been a force to be reckoned with this season, as he has averaged 18.7 ppg in the team’s first three games.
I usually do not comment on current events, but my thoughts turn to the nightmare scenarios we are hearing concerning the sexual abuse allegations against college coaches. When the victims are kids, any abuse seems worse to me. Intentionally doing lasting physical or mental harm to a child is beyond despicable. We, who deal with youth sports, must look after the kids. Coaches have a special responsibility to protect the Lady Lakers children they work with. Parents trust their most precious possession, their child, to us and we are honor bound to After starting the season with two losses, the Danhelp kids, not take advantage of them. Sometimes, we are bury girls basketball team notched its first win of the lucky enough to be considered “second parents” to our playseason with a 60-8 drubbing on league foe Emmanuel ers. That speaks of healthy love and respect. Whatever our Christian. relationship is with players, we must behave as most medical With the win, the Lakers, who controlled the game professionals are charged: “do no harm.” throughout, improved to 1-2 overall and 1-0 in the When I speak to groups of interscholastic coaches, the adToledo Area Athletic Conference (TAAC) on the seaministrators always want me to stress the moral and ethical son. aspects of a coach’s job. Not everyone understands that the personal relationships between coaches and players must remain on a professional level. If you ask a young man why he wants to coach football and his answer is, “to get a chance to date a cheerleader,” the warning siren is activated. In both cases currently in the headlines, the alleged behavior of the coaches is much more than unprofessional. It’s criminal. The public is wondering if the head coaches By YANEEK SMITH Oak Harbor’s Mark Edwards led the Rockets with 18 knew what was going on, and if so, why they didn’t act. Like points. it or not, the head coach is responsible for everything their The boys basketball team, following losses to MarDespite the tough losses, Oak Harbor head coach assistants do. Almost always, they are good friends who garetta and Lake, respectively, over the weekend, has Eric Sweet remains optimistic. work closely together to put together a winning program fallen to 0-3 on the season. “We had a lot of positives (from the two games),” he under stressful conditions. They form a bond as a coaching The boys lost on Friday to Margaretta, 47-29, and fell said. team. They have to trust each other. It’s tough to believe bad to Lake, 78-44, on Saturday. things about friends and even tougher to confront them In Saturday’s loss, the Flyers dominated throughout, Lady Rockets about a possible issue that could cause a rift between you. taking a 26-9 lead after one quarter. Oak Harbor did Pundits are assuming that “nothing was done” in order to With two losses last week, the Rocket girls basketball manage to cut the deficit to 37-26 at the half, but Lake protect the athletic programs and the reputation of the unitook over from there, outscoring the Rockets, 41-18, team fell to 2-3 overall and 0-3 in the Sandusky Bay versities. Maybe it was. Think about the situation from the Conference. in the second half. culture around big time athletics. Coaches at all levels try The team, after starting the season 2-0, has fallen on Ra’Shad Smith led the team with 28 points and Josh to instill a family feeling to their program. Loyalty to one’s Tantari had 19 points for the Flyers, who made 10 hard times recently, losing to Margaretta (68-50) two teammates is of prime importance to get everyone to work three-pointers on the night. Smith, one of the area’s weeks ago before falling to Port Clinton, 45-38, and together. But, there is more. Edison, 69-60 last week. best players, is averaging 25.7 ppg this season. Today’s coaches, especially high visibility ones, are conIn the team’s loss to the Chargers, the Rockets got off Mark Edwards and Greg Haar had 12 points apiece stantly under public scrutiny. The players are too. The to a slow start, falling behind 24-14 after one quarter to lead the Rockets. NCAA watches for rule breaking. The press is often in attack In three games this season, the Flyers have domi- and trailing 44-26 at the half. mode looking for things to criticize or analyze. Every play It was too great a deficit to overcome as the Rockets, nated their opponents, outscoring them, 256-126, in call is fodder for an argument. I think criticizing coaches is despite outscoring Edison, 20-9, in the final period, the process. the new national pastime. The fans boo and put bags over In Friday’s loss to the Polar Bears, the Rockets, who lost for the third consecutive game. their heads if they deem the performance of the team to be Allison Dunn, who is averaging 15.2 ppg this season, trailed by just one point at the half, 19-18, lost control unacceptable. Players are raked over the coals if they make of things when they were outscored 21-5 in the third led the team with 18 points and Maria Boers had 17 a bad mistake in a competition. Expectations are high and points. quarter. tolerance is low. Some folks take attacking athletes to an art Their other loss came earlier in the week to Port “We were up 20-19 (early in the third quarter) and form. Clinton, 45-38. then Hilton hit back-to-back threes to make it 25-20. It’s hard being in the arena with the lions attacking and the Margaretta had a balanced scoring attacked that crowd roaring for your head. 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• Session 3 — Friday, March 3 All sessions are from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and are held at the Lake Erie Shores & Islands Welcome Center at 770 SE Catawba Road, Port Clinton. Prior to starting the training modules and after completion, a mystery shop is conducted at the participant’s place of business. A mystery shop is designed to provide an independent view of your business through your customer’s eyes. The business
receives a report and narrative evaluation of the mystery-shop to review. The cost of the program is $325. It can be paid by check or by Visa or Master Card. If you pay the entire amount at application, the cost is $300. Registration and the first payment are due by Monday, Jan. 7. Class size is limited to 20 participants. Contact Program Administrator Sheila Powell at 419-3667420 to receive an application.
REALTORS GATHER FOR CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON On Thursday, Dec. 8, Ottawa County Real Estate Professionals went to CIC for the annual Christmas Luncheon and Auction. All were asked to bring a special gift or toy for the Salvation Army’s Christmas Toys for Kids program. There was also a special auction for the Ottawa County Realtors Trust Fund, which awarded six scholarships last year. PHOTO BY JOHN SCHAFFNER
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COMMUNITY MARKETS
Save receipts for Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce As part of Community Cash Program, the local Oak Harbor Community Markets grocery store has a mailbox located near the registers where you can place your receipts. Each month a different local organization has the mailbox and all receipts at the end of the month are donated to that organization. For the month of December, the Oak Harbor Area Chamber of Commerce will be re-
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ceiving the grocery receipts from the Oak Harbor Community Markets to turn in for Community Cash. All proceeds raised from the receipts will benefit local events such as: Apple Festival, Easter Egg Hunt, Village-Wide Garage Sales, local scholarships, Downtown Farmers Markets, Independence Day Celebration and the Olde Fashioned Christmas Celebration.
Dental Assistants
Growing dental practice seeking full or part-time dental assistants. Experience and certifications (radiology, CDA, EPDA) helpful but we are willing to train and help the right candidate(s) gain the knowledge and expertise to pass the certification exams. Highly motivated men and women who possess a winning personality, great smile, abounding energy and an abundance of compassion, six hands, and four legs (or equivalents!) are encouraged to apply 3274 NE Catawba Rd., Port Clinton, Oh 43452. 419-797-2826 (fax) catawbadental@gmail.com
DIRECTOR OF NURSING Bethesda Care Center, a non-profit Volunteers of America facility, is seeking a qualified Director of Nursing to oversee our 99-bed long-term care building. At a minimum, candidates must possess RN license, have a minimum of 3 years LTC and supervisory experience and exceptional communications skills. This is a FT salaried position with extensive benefit options and competitive wages. For more information, a job description, or to apply, please visit our facility at 600 N. Brush St. Fremont or email mish@voa.org . NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. EOE
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Charitable giving helps everyone
To participate in the spirit of the holiday season, you may be thinking of making some charitable gifts. If so, you’ll no doubt enjoy helping a group that does valuable work. But to begin with, it’s important to understand just how necessary your gifts are to the country’s social fabric. Given the effects of the Great Recession and the slow recovery, it’s not surprising to learn that charitable giving fell a combined 13% in 2008 and 2009, after adjusting for inflation, according to The Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University. And although 2010 giving increased by 2.1%, again adjusted for inflation, many groups are seeing tough times as 2011 comes to a close. So your gift counts. And it can count for you, too. By contributing to a qualified tax-exempt organization [e.g., a charitable group that has received 501(c)(3) status from the IRS], you may earn valuable tax deductions. This is true whether you give cash or another type of asset, such as stocks or real estate. And you may be able to get further tax benefits if the noncash asset you’ve donated has appreciated in value since you purchased it. Making charitable gifts now may help you reduce your taxable estate. As you may know, the estate tax exemption level has fluctuated in recent years, so it’s hard for any of us to say for sure that we won’t be subjecting our estates to these taxes. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t take steps now to plan for possible future estate taxes. One such step might involve establishing a charitable remainder trust. Under this arrangement, you’d place some assets, such as stocks or real estate, in a trust, which could then use the assets to pay you
an income stream over a certain period of time. When you establish the trust, you may be able to receive tax benefits based on the amount the charity is likely to ultimately receive, the charitable group’s so-called “remainder interest.” Upon its termination, the trust would relinquish the remaining assets to the charitable organization you’ve named. Keep in mind, though, that this type of trust can be complex; to establish one, you’ll need to work with your qualified tax advisor and estate-planning attorney. Another popular contribution vehicle is the “donor-advised fund.” Here’s how it works: You give cash or appreciated securities to the donor-advised fund, with the expectation of receiving a tax deduction for the contribution in that same year. You recommend which charities are to benefit from the contributions to the fund, and the fund invests and manages your contribution, along with the other assets in the fund. Again, you’ll need to consult with your qualified tax advisor before establishing a donor-advised fund to help ensure you obtain any expected tax benefits. As we’ve seen, you can follow different charitable giving strategies. But however you choose to make charitable gifts, you can take satisfaction in helping worthy organizations while possibly improving your own tax picture. nnn
This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. Edward Jones, its employees and financial advisors are not estate planners and cannot provide tax or legal advice. Please consult your estate-planning attorney or qualified tax advisor regarding your situation.
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