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Girls’ Night Out Founders Fund Four Cancer Programs

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Girls’ Night Out founders Gretchen and Doug Studer recently spread some cheer to four local cancer programs by distributing to them the proceeds from the sixth annual Girls’ Night Out event, an evening of entertainment, fun and fund-raising just for women held Oct. 20 at the Kalahari Resort Convention Center.

The local benefit was attended by more than 1,200 women and raised $54,000 for Cancer Services; the Fisher-Titus Mammography Fund; the Firelands Regional Medical Center Cancer Program Fund; and North Coast Cancer Foundation.

One of the highlights of the event included Doug Bollinger of Huron winning the Hog for a Cause Harley Davidson donated to Girls’ Night Out by Jim and Jamie Fitzgerald of Fitzgerald Body Shops in Monroeville, Willard, and Sandusky. In addition, Huron resident Joan Van Offeren, executive director of the Erie County Visitors & Convention Bureau, was named the 2010 GNO Woman of the Year and many great prizes and gifts were awarded during the large-scale event.

“Girls’ Night Out 2010 was a phenomenal success and we thank all who attended and made it possible to give to four local cancer programs that will help our community,’” said Doug Studer, who is also co-owner of Curves

in Sandusky. tributed locally through the event.

The Studers founded Girls’ Night Out in 2005 The 2011 event is tentatively scheduled for the as a way to give back to the community and first Wednesday in November. Watch for more to support local cancer programs. More than details on www.girlsnightoutcharity.com. $170,000 has been raised in six years and dis-

Gretchen and Doug Studer, co-founders of Girls’ Night Out, distribute the proceeds from the 2010 event to four local charities. Pictured are from left: Doug and Gretchen Studer; Barbara Hanck of North Coast Cancer Foundation; Peg Miller of Cancer Services; Chuck Stark of Firelands Regional Medical Center; and Patrick J. Martin of Fisher-Titus Medical Center. This year’s event raised $54,000 for the four cancer programs.

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Huron United Way Campaign in Full Swing Have you noticed the new Erie County United Way thermometer in front of Huron’s City Hall? The 2010-2011 campaign is in full swing and the Huron Campaign is at 70 percent of its $30,000 goal.

The Erie County United Way supports 22 local agencies that work for the people in Erie County, so giving to the United Way fund is like helping one out of four people right here in Erie County, according to Huron co-chairman Ben Lindsley. Huron’s goal is a part of Erie County’s overall goal of $750,000, which is presently 50 percent complete. “We are very proud of the wonderful campaign chaired

by Alyson Wilson this fall at BGSU Firelands Campus,�

Lindsley said. “The facility and staff exceeded 100 percent of their $5,000 goal. We truly appreciate the support from the Huron community, but we need a little more help to reach our goal, which extends to the latter part of January.� Donations can be mailed to Erie County United Way 416 Huron co-chairmen are Lindsley and Wayne Foster; and Columbus Ave. Sandusky 44870; or call the Erie County campaign workers are Carole Dreffer, Dee Hartley and United Way office for questions or to make a pledge. The Web site is www.uwerieco.org.

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Gingerbread House to be Raffled Off for Charity A local chef ’s gingerbread house masterpiece is being Chef Kenneth is the pastry chef for Marconi’s as well raffled off for children’s charity next week. A drawing for as Carlo Martellos business partner in Cafe Piccolo. The the house, designed and created by Chef Kenneth Feathers licensed chef has been in the restaurant industry for 31 years, previously as the chef at the Wyndham Casa Marina in Key West, Fla. He received his degree in hospitality management from the the University of Akron.

The house took just over 120 hours to build, from plans that Feathers drew up. It includes: 1,124 Necco wafers on the roof; 764 candy “lego� bricks in fencing; 426 chocolate rocks in the chimney; 116 cups powdered sugar in the icing; and 48 cups of brown sugar in the gingerbread. The house comes complete with a wraparound porch, a Jacuzzi on the porch and a pond in the yard. And the hard candy windowpanes glow from lighting inside the house.

The house will be on display at Marconi’s Restaurant, 424 II, will be held on Tuesday Dec. 21 at Marconi’s Restau- Berlin Road, during regular business hours until the winrant. Funds raised will go toward the Girls and Boys Club ner picks it up after the drawing. of America.

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Notice is hereby given that as of December 2010, meetings of the City of Huron Planning Commission will take SUBMITTED BY THE HURON FIRE DEPARTMENT place on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m in LT. PAUL HASENMEIER Council Chambers at City Hall, 417 Main St., Huron. The The Huron Fire Department wishes you and yours a safe next meeting of the Planning Commission will be Dec. 22 and happy holiday season. Listed below are some tips to at 6:30 p.m. This notice is given pursuant to Section 121.01 help bring in the New Year without a fire or medical emerof the Codified Ordinances of the City and to comply gency. with Section 121.22 of the Ohio Revised Code commonly Christmas Trees known as the Sunshine Law. Christmas trees that are not kept moist can present a very serious fire hazard. A dried out Christmas tree can be totally consumed by fire in less than 30 seconds. Take special precautions when buying your Christmas tree. Trees with brown shedding needles should be rejected. If the tree looks green and fresh, take a long needle and bend it between your thumb and forefinger. If it snaps, the tree is too dry. When the trunk of a tree is bounced on the ground, a +20(6 7+$7 1((' 522),1* shower of falling needles shows that tree is dry. When you bring a tree home, cut about an inch off the end of the

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above or beside a metal tree, never fastened onto it. Keep

children away from light sets and electrical decorations. All (ULH 0HWDO 5RRI lights present the problem of shock and casualty hazards for curious kids. When you are stringing the lights on your

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Milestones A memorial service was held at 11 a.m.

Friday in Christ Episcopal Church, 120 Ohio St., Huron, with the Rev. Wanda Ray ciating. Inurnment will take place in Margaret E. “Peggy” (Turos) offi Christ Church Columbarium.

Moore Contributions may be made to Christ Feb. 4 1937 - Dec. 7, 2010 Episcopal Church, Huron.

Margaret E. “Peggy” (Turos) Moore, 73, of Foster Funeral Home & Crematory is Huron died Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010, at Fire- handling the arrangements. Condolences lands Regional Medical Center in Sandusky. may be shared at fosterfh.com.

She was born in Cleveland, Feb. 4, 1937, and resided in Huron since 1960. She Everett J. Rea Sr. worked at several establishments in Huron Oct. 1, 1918 - Dec. 11, 2010 including Showboat Restaurant, Berardi’s Everett J. Rea Sr., 92, of Huron died SatRestaurant, The Angry Bull and H&R urday, Dec. 11, 2010, in Firelands Regional Block Income Tax for many years. She was Medical Center, Sandusky. a member of Christ Episcopal Church, HuBorn Oct. 1, 1918, in Syracuse, N.Y., Everron, and was active in the youth ministry of ett was a resident of Huron for the past six the church including the children’s puppet years after previously residing in Brooksministry. ville, Fla., and Syracuse.

She is survived by a daughter, Kelly (Ron) A member of the Greatest Generation, he Johnston of Berlin Heights; three sons, served in the Army Air Force during World Michael L. (Linda) Kulkofsky of Marion, War II in the Philippines and as a POW for Ohio, Dan (Sandi) Moore of Philadelphia four years after being captured in Bataan. and Michael R. (Joey) Moore of Bellevue; Believing life’s difficulties should not define 10 grandchildren, Courtney and Emily you and that you should always move forJohnston, Sarah and Drew Kulkofsky, Megward, Everett lived his life to the fullest and gen McMorris, Kayleigh and Joshua Moore, was an incredible friend and role model to Melissa Moore and Jeff and Dawn; three all those who knew him. great-grandchildren; and a brother, Gusty After the war, he married the love of his (Ruthann) Turos of St. Louis, Ill. life, Marie, at Atonement Lutheran Church, She was preceded in death by her husSyracuse. He went to work for the Post band, Gary R. Moore, in 2005; a son, LauStandard newspaper in Syracuse as a printrence Kulkofsky; parents, Frank and Elizaer and then as the manager of Spaulding beth (Toth) Turos; and brothers, Louis and Law Printing. Possessing a gentle nature, Johnny Turos.

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he was loved by all who worked with him.

Retiring in 1980, they moved to Brooksville where they focused on being loving parents and grandparents as well as being active at Nativity Lutheran Church.

In 2004, he moved to Huron, living on Lake Erie where he thoroughly enjoyed the lake, community, family and Zion Lutheran Church. He enjoyed walking, reading, story telling and meeting people. He leaves a proud legacy of service to country, community involvement and his family.

He is survived by two daughters, Susan (William III) Welser of Melbourne, Fla., and Judi (George) Heck of the Kenilworth, Ill.; a son, Everett Rea Jr. of Huron; 10 grandchildren, Amie (Samuel) Price, William IV (Eileen) Welser, Michael (Sara) Welser, Sarah Welser, Sarah Heck, Andrew Heck, Katherine Rea and Nicholas Rea; six greatgrandchildren, Samuel, Everett and Celia Price, and Alaina, William V and Calvin Welser; and his sister, Jane Stearns.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Marie H. Rea, who died March 16, 2008; parents, Leon and Edith (Sell) Rea; and siblings, Leon, Walter and Frances.

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Friends called from 10 a.m. Monday until services at 11 a.m. in Zion Lutheran Church, 930 S. Main St., Huron. The Rev. Raymond Vance will officiate. A burial service will be at Atonement Lutheran Church, Syracuse, with interment at Woodlawn Cemetery in Syracuse.

Contributions may be made to Zion Lutheran Church, 930 S. Main St., Huron, OH 44839 or Fisher House, Dover AFB, DE 19901, supporting the families of fallen soldiers returning home to our nation.

Foster Funeral Home, 410 Main St., Huron, is handling arrangements. Condolences may be shared at fosterfh.com.

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Services Directory Christ Episcopal Church 120 Ohio St., Huron 419-433-4701 Sunday—9 a.m. and Adult Sunday School 10:30 a.m. www.christchurchhuron.com First Presbyterian Church 225 Williams St., Huron 419-433-5018 8:30 a.m. Quiet Service with Communion 9:30 a.m. Christian Learning for Adults and older children 10:45 a.m. Reformed Service, and Sunday School for children. Nursery provided.

Grace Orthodox Presbyterian Church Kalahari Resort, Nia Convention Center Rt. 250, Huron 419-271-3934 graceopchurch@gmail.com www.graceop.org Worship—Sunday 6:00 p.m.

Sunday School/ Bible Church Study 9:30 338 Williams St., Huron Ladies Bible Fellowship 9:15 419-433-3984 Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

Rev. J. Roger Skelly-Watts 8 a.m. - Praise Service St. Peter’s Catholic Church 9 a.m. - Sunday School 10 a.m. - Celebration Service 430 Main St., Huron 419-433-5725 Saturday—5 p.m.

Lake Erie Family Church Now Meeting at Sunday—8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

Great Lakes Country Club The Chapel 1023 South, Main, Huron 419-775-6334 4444 Galloway Rd., Sandusky joehelensprowl@yahoo.com 419-627-0208 Worship Sunday 10am www.chapel-sandusky.org Pastors Joe & Helen Sprowl Saturday service--5 p.m.

Sunday service—9 & 11 a.m.

Lighthouse Assembly of Jr. High Youth Group— God Church Sundays 5-6:30 p.m.

820 Cleveland Rd. E., Huron Sr. High Youth Group— 419-433-8889 Sundays 7-9 p.m. www.lighthouseagc.org Latitude group ages 18Sunday service—10:30 a.m. 29—Thursdays, 7 p.m.

Sunday school—9:30 a.m.

Adult Bible Study--6 p.m. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Sunday.

Youth Group—6 p.m. 4511 Galloway Rd., Huron 419-626-9860 Sunday Bishop: Bill Reel Food Pantry—9 a.m.-3 Sacrament service—9:30 p.m. Wednesdays; 10 a.m.-2 a.m. Sundays p.m. Thursdays.

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Holy Trinity Anglican Church St. Matthew Evangelical 1608 St. Rt. 113, Milan; Lutheran Church 419-499-3683 15617 Mason Rd., Vermilion Rev. Dr. John C. Jordan Rev. Dr. Karl Fry, Pastor Worship and Holy Communion—Sunday, 10:30 a.m. 440-967-9886 www.luther ansonline. com/stmattvermlcms Huron United Methodist

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Library Bloodmobile

Huron Public Library Hours

The American Red Cross Bloodmobile will visit the library from 1 to 6 p.m, Thursday, Dec. 23. To donate blood, you must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds and have not donated in the last 56 days. Call the Red Cross at 419-626-1641 for more details.

Mon. & Tue. 10 AM - 6 PM Wed. & Thur. 10 AM - 8 PM Fri. 10 AM - 5 PM; Sat. 10 AM - 1 PM

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Holiday Hours

The Board of Trustees of the Huron Public Library gratefully acknowledges the donation of “Atlantic” in memory of Gene Deffenbaugh, from Susan Baldwin.

The library will be closed on Friday, Dec. 24 and Saturday, Dec. 25 for the Christmas Holiday. Library will be closed Friday, Dec. 31 and Saturday, Jan. 1 for the New Year’s holiday. The drop boxes will remain open.

Babysitting Class An American Red Cross Babysitting Class will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 29. Participants must be 11 years or older. Class size is limited to 12 participants. Bring a sack lunch, drink and a snack, a lifesized doll, a receiving blanket and diaper (if available). Pay by check made payable to the American Red Cross for $35.

For information or to register, call 419-626-1641.

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Gifts for Library Gingerbread House Contest Winners Announced The winners in the Gingerbread House Contest were: First place, Wyatt and Christine Kromer; second place, Bella Bishop’s family; and third place, Maggie and Molly Anderson. Thanks to all who participated!

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Look for the hanging tree ornaments with titles of books and DVDs for all ages that the library would like. Take one with you, return with your gift and be the first to check it out! It’s like buying something for yourself!

Chess Open Play Chess for all ages at the library is on Saturdays, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Chess boards are available so bring a friend and play!

Parks & Rec Huron Parks and Recreation Office location: 110 Wall Street Mailing address: 417 Main St. Phone: 419-433-8487 Fax: 419-433-0470 Email: hprd@cityofhuron.org Website: www.huronparks.org

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Did you miss our Christmas with Santa event this past Saturday? If so, don’t worry – Santa will be back in town this Friday, Dec. 17 from 5 to 7 p.m., at the Huron Boat Basin. We won’t be having any other activities during this time, but your child can still share his or her Christmas wish with Santa before it’s too late.

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Due to the great response from the indoor soccer program last winter, parks n rec is bringing back its skills clinic. This is a program designed for beginners who want to improve their skills, play small games and most importantly, have fun: Ages K-3rd grade, Thursdays at Shawnee Elementary: - K-1st grade from 5 pm to 6 pm - 2nd-3rd grade from 6 to 7 pm Session I, Jan. 6 – Feb. 17 (no class Jan. 27) Session II, March – April 7 Cost: $30.

City Seeks Poet Laureate The City of Huron is looking for a new poet laureate. The program was established in 2008 as a means of recognizing an outstanding local poet who will become an ambassador for the promotion of literary arts for and within the city. During a term, the poet laureate will act as an advocate for poetry, literature and the arts, and contribute to the community by reading original works of poetry at official city events and by promoting poetry throughout the community.

Huron residents may nominate themselves or another candidate for the position.

Nominators must fill out a nomination form and submit three original works of poetry to a selection panel. Eligibility criteria for candidates includes: Must be able to serve a two-year term; must be at least 18 years old and have been a resident of Huron for a minimum of three years; and will have demonstrated a commitment to poetry and will welcome the opportunity to engage in civic discourse.

More information and nomination forms can be found on the Huron Parks and Recreation Web site at www.cityofhuron.org.

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Schools St. Peter Students Donate Toys to Care And Share Peter School students showed their brought in several items), resulting in was expanded this year to include the gift of giving recently by making toy a collection of hundreds of toys. entire school. Care and Share Director donations to Care and Share. Each This is the second year St. Peter stu- Dan Ward personally came to St. Peter to accept the donation.

“This was a wonderful lesson in giving,” said Linda Smith, St. Peter School principal. “The students really enjoyed bringing in their toys knowing they were going to children who would be so grateful to receive the items as gifts for Christmas.”

The mission of St. Peter School is to foster a Catholic faith community, while providing a safe environment which emphasizes Christian moral values, academic excellence, social awareness, physical development and a cultural appreciation. Care and Share serves residents of Erie County who qualify for assistance under Federal guidelines. It distributes food, clothing, furniture, children’s toys, household goods and more to people student was asked to bring in one gen- dents have participated in this holiday in need. For more information, call tly-used toy for distribution to area philanthropy project; it began last 419-624-1411. children in need (and many students year with the kindergarten class and

Early Dismissal for Huron High School On December 21, 2010 Huron High School will be dismissing students at 2:55 p.m. The High School Offices will be closing at 2:15 p.m. School will resume on Monday, January 3, 2011.

Have a safe and Happy Holidays from the High School Staff.

McCormick Junior High Announces November Students of the Month The following McCormick Junior High students earned the “Student of the Month” title for November: Bailey Gadd, seventh-grade; and Alisia Kelley, eighth-grade.

McCormick Principal Chad Carter, and the grade-level teachers recognize one deserving student in each grade every month throughout the school year.

GADD “The award will be based on the following criteria: attendance, attitude, workmanship, growth and improvement, classroom behavior and work completion,” Carter said.

Student of the Month candidates are nominated by the grade level teachers and selected by Carter and the McCormick staff.

Huron Couple Honored as Youth Ambassadors At its recent awards banquet, the Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ and Exhibitors’ Association honored Duke and Rhonda Thorson of Huron, Ohio, with its prestigious Youth Ambassador Award. Presented annually, this award recognizes a member of the Tennessee Walking Horse community that has gone above and beyond in their efforts to support and promote youth in the Tennessee Walking Horse industry. This year’s event was held Dec. 3 in Lewisburg, Tenn.

As part of the award presentation, which was made by TWHBEA member-at-large youth Margo Urad, the biography of the Thorsons (below) was read: “This year’s TWHBEA Youth Ambassador Award is being presented to Duke and Rhonda Thorson. The Thorsons originally became immersed in the world of the Tennessee Walking Horse for one reason: their daughter, Allison. On a trip to Martinsville, Virginia to watch the family’s racing team compete, they stopped at a West Virginia horse farm where Allison was able to ride a Tennessee Walking Horse for the first time. When they came back to Ohio, Allison took her first lessons at Maplecrest Farm, and she quickly displayed her talents and instincts. Now, seven years later, the entire Thorson family has broadened their horizons; Allison has become one of the top youth riders in the country, while her parents have built their own horse farm, grown the number of horses they own, and expanded their business interests into the equestrian world.

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Heza A Grey Ghost. From there, ThorSport Farm was born. Built in late summer 2008 and located in Perkins Township, Ohio, the sprawling facility includes a large indoor training arena with multiple viewing platforms, outdoor pastures, indoor meeting facilities, and an a full-sized tennis court.

ThorSport Farm has grown to 15 horses trained in Ohio, Tennessee and Kentucky, including two-time World Grand Champion “Roll The Gold.”

“Allison’s passion for horses also led to an expansion of the ThorWorks Industries product line. Known worldwide for its complete line of pavement maintenance products and equipment, ThorWorks has become heav-

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Generous to a fault, the Thorsons have sponsored numerous events within the Tennessee Walking Horse industry, including All Youth Day, which they have supported for multiple years. Through their support of Allison they have been instrumental in the promotion of the Tennessee Walking Horse as a youth mount at events such as Equine Affaire and the 2010 World Equestrian Games.”

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Trustees Honored for Library Service The Board of Trustees of the Huron Public Library recently announced five Trustees Emeritus. To be honored as a Trustee Emeritus, a Board member must have served with distinction for at least 15 years.

Saundra Dolbeer, a retired preschool teacher, served 18 years, 1992-2009. Alea Dahnke, a retired Spanish teacher, served 23 years, 1986-2008. Former City of Huron receptionist Jo Homyak served 24 years, 1975-1998. Retired dentist Dr. Gordon Meeker served 23 years, 1972-1994. The

Trustee Emeritus with the longest period of service is retired realtor John Halter, who served 40 years, 1970-2009.

Dolbeer, Dahnke and Halter were actively involved in the library’s building project in 2000-2002.

The Huron Public Library Board of Trustees thanks these dedicated individuals who volunteered untold hours to benefit the library and the Huron community. A plaque honoring the five is located on the main floor by the stairway to the lower level.

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Sports Huron High School Swim Team Swim Team Splits with Norwalk

500 Freestyle - Alex Wisehart 200 Freestyle Relay - (Alex Wisehart, Allison Slocum, Kayla Hamilton, Courtney Hart) 100 Breastroke - Allison Slocum Second Places 100 Backstroke - Alex Wisehart 400 Freestyle relay - (Keily Balduff, Emily Ineson, Kelly Wright, Rachel Stelzer) Guys First Places: 200 Medley Relay - (Ikki Tanaka, Brennan Cockrell, Jon Turner, Ryan Brownell) 200 Individual Medley - Jon Turner 100 Butterfly - Jon Turner 100 Backstroke - Ikki Tanaka 100 Breastroke - Brennan Cockrell

The Huron High School Swim Team opened up its season last week vs. Norwalk.

The Tigers split the meet with the girl’s team winning 81-70, while the boys lost 108-45.

Tiger coach Adam Warner commented: “It was a great meet to start off with; many of our swimmers got their personal best times.

It is always nice to start off the year with a personal best because it gives the kids motivation to keep getting better.”

Swimmers who finished either first or second were: Girls First Places: 200 Medley relay - (Alex Wisehart, Allison Slocum, Kayla Hamilton, Courtney Swimmers Improve Hart) 200 Individual Medley - Allison Slocum at A-Behr Invite 50 Freestyle - Courtney Hart The Huron Tigers swim team participated 100 Butterfly - Kayla Hamilton in the Sandusky A-Behr Invitation held last 100 Freestyle - Courtney Hart Saturday. The girls finished in sixth place out of nine teams with a

score of 100 points. The guys took fourth place with a score of 113 points. Both teams were able to finish faster and score more points than the previous season. Coach Warren added: “I could not be happier on how we did as a team and with everyone individually ... they dropped a ton of time and blew away my expectations of how they did.”

Girls’ top results: Girls 200 Medley Relay - (Alex Wisehart, Allison Slocum, Kayla Hamilton, Courtney Hart) - sixth place Girls 200 Freestyle Relay (Alex Wisehart, Allison Slocum, Kayla Hamilton, Courtney Hart) - fifth place Girls 400 Freestyle Relay - (Morgan Mize, Emily Ineson, Rachel Stelzer, Keily Balduff) - seventh place Allison Slocum: 200 Individual Medley second place 100 Breastroke - third place Courtney Hart: 50 Freestyle - eighth place; 100 Freestyle - seventh place Morgan Mize: 200 Freestyle – ninth place Alex Wisehart: 500 Freestyle - tenth

place; 100 Backstroke - twelfth place Kayla Hamilton: 50 freestyle - eleventh place; 100 Butterfly - seventh place Boys’ top results: 200 Medley Relay (Ikki Tanaka, Matt Buckignham, Jon Turner, Stephen Tomczyk) - second place 200 Freestyle Relay (Ikki Tanaka, Matt Buckignham, Jon Turner, Stephen Tomczyk) - fourth place 400 Freestyle Relay (Kevin Tomczyk, Jake Ramey, Stephen Tomczyk, Ryan Brownell) - seventh place Jon Turner: 200 Individual Medley - third place Ikki Tanaka: 50 Freestyle - tenth place; 100 Freestyle - tenth place Ryan Brownell: 100 Freestyle - tenth place Stephen Tomczyk: 500 Freestyle - fifth place Matt Buckignham: 100 Breastroke - second place Brennan Cockrell: 100 Breastroke eighth place

Savvy Sailors Overcome Young Erratic Tigers, 49-35 At the end of the first quarter, the Huron spectators who traveled to Vermilion for this contest had to be thinking that the Sailors were lucky that the game was tied at eight apiece. The Tigers looked much more athletic and Vermilion did not have the same size they did in previous years.

It seemed to play right into Huron’s hands. But when assistant coach Frank Gioffre yelled out to the team, in frustration, that they had already committed nine turnovers after just four minutes ... that told you everything you needed to know about the night to come.

Senior Brian Bollenbacher gave Huron their largest lead of the night with a three pointer at the 3:55 mark in the second quarter. It was 18-13 and the Tigers looked like they were finally going to settle in and take command. But the Sailors chipped away, closing to within one point at the half (20-19). Bo’s aforementioned three had been Huron’s last field goal of the first half.

Huron gave up the lead for good early in the third quarter. Vermilion developed a patience on offense that produced lay-up after lay-up. The home team opened with a 10-4 run followed by a Tiger timeout, then a 6-2 run to close out the third period up 35-26. Huron’s offense had absolutely gone cold and to make matters worse, the kids were committing the type of frustration fouls that makes a coach go grey. The most common example was a reach-in foul after the turnover had already been committed and the ball secured, instead of hustling back on defense.

The final quarter was a clinic of patience put on by the Sailors for the young Tigers. Almost every basket was from three feet and in. Huron did battle to get back to within seven points (40-33) following a bucket by sophomore Aaron Driftmeyer with 6:16 left in the game. But that was the last made shot from the field for the Huron. In summary, long draughts of poor shooting and multiple unforced errors sealed the visitors’ fate. But, as will be the Senior guard Kyle Pisano (11) drives to the bas- story much of the season, the potential is there and Coach James has the young men playing hard. ket during the first half of the Vermilion game.

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The Lady Tigers picked up their first SBC win this week in two years when they defeated the St. Mary’s Panthers, 7362. Huron jumped out early and held the lead throughout, taking advantage of numerous Panther turnovers. Lauren Volz led the way with 25 points, while point guard Alexis Lemar chipped in 16 of her own. Coach Ray’s team also received excellent bench play from junior Sierra Ward who added 10 points with eight rebounds.

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Early on the Tiger offense seemed geared to posting Volz up in the high post, but the guards struggled to get the ball into her. Perkins did a nice job of denying the ball with their length. Eventually, she was pulled back out to the perimeter where she could find brief openings for jumpers with her quick release. Junior Kelsey Koehler opened the second period with a field goal to close the margin to 127. Volz then rolled off two straight three pointers, but the Pirates responded each time, making it 18-13 with 5:49 left in the first half. The teams played hard and evenly until halftime, with Huron trailing 28-19.

Senior Devon Koenig closed the margin to seven points with the second half ’s first bucket. The Pirates then went on a 10-2 run that finally came to a halt with two minutes left in the third period on a Volz 15-footer and a Koenig score. Another Volz three pointer brought the Tigers back to within eight (38-30) going into the final quarter.

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Junior forward Sierra Ward had an outstanding game in the win over the SMCC Panthers. three minutes, while Perkins scored seven unanswered points. With just over five minutes left, the Pirates went into a well-run stall. Huron was forced to foul and Perkins capitalized on six of eight free throws to close out the game. The Tigers went ice cold from the field and could only muster four points in the fourth period. Lauren Volz, again led the offense with 18 points, while fellow senior Devon Koenig added eight.

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Chamber of Commerce 2010 Ornament The Huron Chamber of Commerce is once again selling the commemorative Christmas ornaments that have been a Huron tradition for more than two decades.

Featured on this year’s white frosted ornament is Kalahari Field at Huron Memorial Stadium. For many years, local artist Bob Hilty has created these miniature sketches that are barely one-inch square.

With his passing last month, this year’s ornament will be his last creation.

The ornaments are available at the Chamber office, 509 Huron St., at Katman Graphics, ACE Hardware and from Booster and H-Team members. Cost is $10.

Jewelry, glass artwork, Huron prints, Judy Ryan and Kathy Muehlhauser Moore’s two volumes of local history and other Huron memorabilia are available at the Chamber.

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The Huron Historical Society can help you with gift giving this year. Residents can choose from high-quality prints, books and DVDs that offer glimpses into Huron’s history.

Prints - One print available is “Old Downtown Huron 1957” by Owen Felton. This numbered, limited edition print is sized to fit a standard 16 by 20 mat and frame. It captures downtown Huron before urban renewal. The minimum donation for this print is $38.

- Another is “The Golden Age” by Mansfield, Ohio artist Kinley Shogren, which depicts the Golden Age, a 287 foot long schooner. Built by Valentine Fries on the Huron River in 1883, it was the largest vessel on the Great Lakes at the time. Minimum donation for this print is $60.

- Last minute shoppers can also choose a color copy of the “Huron Ore Dock,” a print

by Bruce Dickens, produced for the Nickel Plate Road Historian Society’s convention held at Sawmill Creek in October. It features the Fairbanks-Morse “Baby Trainmaster” switcher working in Huron. The minimum donation for this print is $5.

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Two books, “Not To be Forgotten Times,” Volumes I and II, describe life in Huron from the 1700s to 1929. Each high-quality book is full of interesting stories and historical facts and is a minimum donation of $20 each or $37.50 for the set.

DVDs Two DVDs available were created in 2009 during Huron’s Bicentennial Celebration.

- “Downtown Interrupted,” Huron’s Urban Renewal Experience, is an informative documentary, and tells the story of Huron’s controversial urban renewal project and the animosity it sparked between those who supported the project and those who did not. The minimum donation for this DVD is $15.

- “Huron, My Hometown, a Series of Oral Histories,” consists of five DVDs featuring 19 interviews with local residents, and describes the history of the area through the eyes of those who lived it. The minimum donation for this set of five is $30.

For more information about purchasing these items, check out www.huronhistoricalsociety.com, or call the Huron Historical Society at 419-433-5009 Ext. 243, and leave and message.

The Sandusky State Theatre announces that direct from Branson and Nashville The Lowes Christmas Spectacular will appear live on stage at 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 21.

The talented Lowe family has been entertaining hundreds of thousands around the world for more than 25 years. All seven of the Lowe family siblings began studying and performing the music of the masters at very young ages.

The Lowe family has been called a “modern day version of the . . . Osmonds with Donnie and Marie, Lawrence Welk, the Rockettes, and an Andy Williams Christmas rolled into one.” Versatile on many instruments, the Lowes offer an amazing blend of show-stopping classical, Broadway, Irish,

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“The musical capabilities of the entire family are amazing. They have honed their skills so that they can perform any type of music-and do it with exceptional skill,” said Cincinnati Post writer Johnnie Wolfe.

Adults Show Only is $10-24 and the Children (12 & Under) Show Only is $10. A Dinner and Show Package is also available for $30-45 per person and will be catered by Creative Cuisine. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased online at www.sanduskystate.com; by phone at 419-626-1950 or 877626-1950; or in person in the box office/gift shop located at 107 Columbus Ave. (corner of Water Street and Columbus Avenue).

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Trimming the Tree When choosing the finishing touches for decorating your tree, purchase tinsel or artificial icicles of a non-leaded material. Leaded materials may be hazardous if eaten by children or pets. Avoid any decorations that tend to break easily or have sharp edges. Keep tree trimmings that are small or have removable parts out of the reach of your child. These pieces may be swallowed.

Lights Use only lights that have been tested for safety. Identify these by the UL label from Underwriters Laboratories or another reputable testing agency. Check each set of lights for broken or cracked sockets, frayed or bare wires or loose connections. Check labels of lights to be used outdoors to see that they are suitable for outdoor use. Never use indoor lights outside. Fasten outdoor lights securely to trees, walls or other firm support to protect them from wind damage. Use no more than three sets of lights per single extension. Read the manufacturer’s instructions carefully and do not use more than the recommended number of lights in one circuit.

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- Keep candles away from other decorations and wrapping paper.

- Place candles where they cannot be knocked down or blown over.

Paper Dispose of gift wrappings soon after opening presents. A room full of paper lying around on the floor is just one more holiday hazard. Place trash in an approved container. Do not burn wrappings in the fireplace. They may ignite suddenly and cause a flash fire.

Christmas Gifts One of the best Christmas gifts you can get someone is a smoke detector. A smoke detector is worth so much, possibly a loved one’s life, yet so inexpensive. More than 90 percent of fire deaths occur in residential dwellings between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m. when occupants are asleep. Smoke detectors alert occupants when a fire is still small and there is still time to escape.

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HURON HOMETOWN NEWS | Thursday, December 16, 2010

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 1:00 - 3:00 PM 2 Masters less than $100/sq. ft.

FHA APPROVED AS LITTLE AS 3.5% DOWN

Price 0 0 9 , $189

Now taking reservations on new construction units.

Visit our 3 remaining units 2 Canterbury 1 Ab bey move in ready!

Hurry while supp lies last!

2900 Windsor Bridge Circle Huron, Ohio 44389 419-609-0099 www.thesanctuaryatplumbrook.com

Rob Routh sanctuarysales@bex.net

Where Life Comes Together™

2900 Windsor Bridge Circle, Huron Directions: The Sancturary is located on Ohio’s north coast between Toledo and Cleveland. Rt 250 Sandusky to Hull Rd (just South of the Sandusky Mall) East abour 1 1/2 miles. Between Sandusky and Huron across from Plum Brook Country Club.