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RAILS TO TRAILS ... The Village of West Unity is currently holding discussions with the Northwestern Ohio Rails to Trails Association regarding the proposed purchase of two miles of trails by the Village from NORTA.
outweighs the benefits of keeping the tower in use. Passage of the ordinance will eventually allow the Village to accept bids to dismantle the tower. In his report, Village Administrator Ric Beals informed council that Tim Fry won the bid for tree and stump removal and will begin shortly, the 1983 sump truck was sold to Bob Turner for $3050, the Oak Street fire
pump passed the annual fire inspection, the CCNO work crew has recently painted the interior of the old shelter house, and that the Village recently saw a demonstration of a Durapatcher that might be used for pot hole repair. It was recently learned that the Village is now also responsible for repairs along state and federal highways so such a piece of equipment
might be useful. Beals will be speaking with other nearby villages and cities who own the equipment to seek advice. He will also be working to provide Council with estimates regarding an emergency generator for the Village as well as be attending a non-public meeting for village and county officials regarding CONTINUED ON PAGE 11
By: Chelsie Firestone THE VILLAGE REPORTER According to the most recent data release by the Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services on April 18, 2014, unemployment rates have continued to improve across the state of Ohio. The March unemployment rate for Ohio, at 6.1%, is down from 6.5% in February and 7.3% one year ago. All of Ohios 88 counties saw improvement over the last month. Locally, unemployment in Williams County dropped from 6.2% in February to 5.7% in March and in Fulton Coun-
ty from 8.1% to 7.3% over the same time frame. Despite these improvements Williams County fell from 73rd to 64th and Fulton County from 28th to 24th in the state ranking. The state ranking ranks counties 1st through 88th with the highest unemployment rate ranked first. The fall in ranking for both counties is due to the improvement of other counties within the state. Statewide unemployment ranged from a low 3.7% in Mercer County and a high of 12.5% in Monroe County, which was at 14.2% just one month ago. Eight counties had rates at
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DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION MEMBERS ... Scout David Williams chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, met on April 4 at 11:30 a.m. for a luncheon at the Union Street Grill in Bryan. Eight members were present, and Rosanne Fisher was hostess. Northwest District Director, Marilyn Steinhart, was the program speaker, giving a presentation titled, How the Rattlesnake Became the Symbol of American Unity and Freedom. Steinhart shared images of political cartoons, flags, and currency featuring the rattlesnake and mottoes such as Join, or Die and Dont Tread on Me as patriotic symbols of Colonial unity in America. Before the nation had an official flag, many brave men fought and died under the symbol of the rattlesnake. The chapter will next meet May 2 at the Williams County Extension Office in the meeting room at 1:00 p.m. Pictured from left to right: Regent Linda Stanek and Marilyn Steinhart.
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Over a dozen Pettisville volunteers have given their time to create the 2014 Friendship Days Quilt, a fund raising project for their community park. Mindy Borer, this years Quilt Chairman, is hoping a dozen more quilters come forward to help move their project along. The Friendship Days Quilt is made from a collection of hand dyed batiks, pieced by Mindy Borer and marked by CaraLou Grieser and Karen Nafziger. It measures 95 x 110 and the quilt pattern is called Swoon. The plans are to raffle the quilt at the Pettisville Park during the auction held for the parks benefit. This summers festival runs June 27-29 and a list of events can be found at www.FriendshipDays.org. The quilting process, taking place at Marilyns Beauty Shop on county rd. 19, just south of Pettisville, is open Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Photos of the quilting are available on the Friendship Days Facebook page and on the festival website. If youd like to volunteer, you can email Mindy@ FriendshipDays.org.
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Fire (Apr. 11) 303 W Leggett St., Ill Person (Apr. 11) 840 W Leggett St. #304, Ill Person (Apr. 12) 12372 Co Rd D, Field Fire (Apr. 12) 16900 Co Rd K, No Transport (Apr. 12) 214 Madison St., Difficulty Breathing (Apr. 12) 16556 Co Rd AC, Lift Assist (Apr. 13) 634 N Shoop Ave., Ill Person EDON P.D. (Apr. 13) 133 E Willow St., Dif(Apr. 13) 911 Hang Up ficulty Breathing (Apr. 14) Citizen Assist (Apr. 13) 358 W Elm St., Ill (Apr. 14) Citation; Speed Person (Apr. 14) Well Being Check (Apr. 14) 303 W Leggett St., Ill (Apr. 14) Agency Assist Person (Apr. 15) Citizen Assist (Apr. 14) 141 W Chestnut St., (Apr. 16) Citation; Speed Fall (Apr. 17) Suspension (Apr. 15) 925 Doris Dr., Lift (Apr. 17) Warning; Improper Assist Passing (Apr. 15) 665 Pine St., Ill Person (Apr. 17) Citizen Assist (Apr. 15) 721 S Shoop Ave., Ill (Apr. 18) Traffic Detail Person (Apr. 18) Warning; No Tail (Apr. 15) 422 Clover Lane, Ill Lights Person (Apr. 18) Warning; Unsecured (Apr. 15) Co Rd 14 & Co Rd J, Load Vehicle Fire (Apr. 18) Warning; Improper (Apr. 16) 228 Cherry St, Injured Backing Person (Apr. 18) Warning; Speed (Apr. 16) 415 Cole St #18, Lift (Apr. 18) Warning; Speed Assist (Apr. 19) Agency Assist (Apr. 16) 133 E Willow St., Ill Person STRYKER P.D. (Apr. 18) 7856 SH 108, Ill Person (Apr. 18) Traffic Citation; Stop (Apr. 18) 9410 Co Rd 16, Grass Sign Fire (Apr. 18) Loud Noise (Apr. 18) 840 W Elm St #501, Ill (Apr. 18) Traffic Citation; Stop Person Sign & Driving Under Suspen(Apr. 19) 7856 SH 108 #35, Ill sion Person (Apr. 18) Neighborhood Dispute (Apr. 19) 1375 N Shoop Ave., Ill (Apr. 18) Trespassing Person (Apr. 19) Agency Assist (Apr. 19) US 20 A & Co Rd 25, (Apr. 19) Well Being Check Injury Accident (Apr. 19) Traffic Warning; Stop (Apr. 19) 445 E Oak St., Mulch Sign Fire (Apr. 20) Parking Complaint (Apr. 19) 407 E Lutz Rd, Arch(Apr. 20) Civil Complaint bold, Fall (Apr. 20) Agency Assist (Apr. 20) Fire WAUSEON POLICE (Apr. 21) Telephone Harassment (Apr. 16) 205 N Fulton St., Ac(Apr. 21) Warrant Service; Adult cident (Property Damage) Arrest (Apr. 16) 1130 Barney Oldfield (Apr. 22) Traffic Warning ; Speed Dr., Animal Call (Apr. 22) Traffic Citation; Speed (Apr. 16) 1200-B N Shoop Ave., (Apr. 23) Medic Assist Debris/Item In Roadway (Apr. 24) Medic Assist (Apr. 16) 247 Greco Dr., Run (Apr. 24) Traffic Warning; Speed Away or Unruly (Apr. 24) Traffic Warning; Head- (Apr. 16) 151 S Fulton St., Inveslights Required tigate Complaint (Apr. 16) 840 W Elm St Unit 130, PIONEER P.D. 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(Apr. 14) Warning; 2 Headlights cious Vehicle/Red Car (Apr. 17) 129 Courthouse Plaza, Required Animal Call (Apr. 14) Harassment (Apr. 17) 615 W Elm St., Hit(Apr. 14) Harassment Skip (Apr. 14) Harassment (Apr. 17) 840 W Elm St Unit (Apr. 14) Suspicious Person 1300, Loud Music (Apr. 15) Civil Matter (Apr. 17) 840 W Elm St Unit (Apr. 15) Illegal Dumping 1307, Investigate Complaint (Apr. 15) Ordinance Violation (Apr. 17) 815 Ottokee St., Stolen (Apr. 15) Probation Violation Bike (Apr. 15) Noise Complaint (Apr. 18) 1022 Cherokee Dr, (Apr. 16) Medical Emergency Suspicious Activity (Apr. 16) Unruly Juvenile (Apr. 18) 248 N Fulton St., In(Apr. 16) Ordinance Violation vestigate Complaint (Apr. 17) Civil Matter (Apr. 18) 311 Beech St., Verbal (Apr. 17) Ordinance Violation Dispute (Apr. 17) Warning; Tail Lights (Apr. 18) 728 Fairway Dr Unit Required 12, Suspicious Person (Apr. 17) Suspicious Person (Apr. 18) 429 Prospect St., (Apr. 18) Warning; Failure to Threats/Harassment Yield (Apr. 18) 230 Clinton St., Inves(Apr. 18) Warning; Following tigate Complaint Too Close (Apr. 18) 810 N Shoop Ave., Larceny (Apr. 19) Found Property (Apr. 18) 614 Douglas Dr., Pos(Apr. 19) Lost Dog sible Income Tax Fraud (Apr. 19) Citation; Crash/Stop (Apr. 18) 713 Third St., Welfare Sign Check (Apr. 19) Ordinance Violation (Apr. 18) 840 W Elm St Unit (Apr. 19) Peace Keeper 1002, Welfare Check (Apr. 19) Agency Assist (Apr. 18) 840 W Elm St Unit 501, (Apr. 20) Warning; Speed 911 Hang Up; Contact In Person (Apr. 20) Citation; Crash/Fail(Apr. 18) 378 Joanna Dr., Vanure to Control dalism (Apr. 20) Medical Emergency (Apr. 18) 248 N Fulton St., Sus(Apr. 20) Medical Emergency picious Vehicle (Apr. 20) Theft (Apr. 19) 100-B N Brunell St., Suspicious Vehicle MONTPELIER P.D. No reports received at time of (Apr. 19) 141 N Fulton St., Investigate Complaint press. (Apr. 19) 840 W Elm St Unit 506, FAYETTE P.D. Investigate Complaint (Apr. 15) Assist (Apr. 19) 445 E Oak St., Fire (Apr. 16) 911 Hang Up (Apr. 19) 1285 N Shoop Ave Unit (Apr. 16) Traffic Offence 32, Loud Music/Party (Apr. 16) Disturbing the Peace (Apr. 20) 100-B N Brunell St., (Apr. 17) Civil Lost/Found/Recovered (Apr. 18) Assist (Apr. 20) 218 N Fulton St., Ac(Apr. 19) Assist cident (Property Damage) (Apr. 19) Traffic Offence (Apr. 20) Shoop Ave @ Oak St., (Apr. 19) Traffic Offence Disabled Vehicle (Apr. 20) Traffic Offence (Apr. 20) 580 W Linfoor St., Ani(Apr. 21) Traffic Crash mal Call (Apr. 20) 230 Clinton St., HaWAUSEON FIRE DEPT rassment (Apr. 10) 303 W Leggett St., Dif- (Apr. 20) 485 E Airport Hwy, Two ficulty Breathing Small Children Left Alone In Car (Apr. 11) 722 Fairway Dr #102, (Apr. 21) 504 W Leggett St., InInjured Person vestigate Complaint (Apr. 11) 1496 N Shoop Ave., (Apr. 21) 1375 N Shoop Ave., Accident (Property Damage) (Apr. 21) 230 Clinton St., Threats/Harassment (Apr. 21) 600 Wood St., Non Injury Accident (Property Damage) (Apr. 21) 247 Greco Dr, Unruly Juvenile (Apr. 21) 261 W Willow St., Car Stuck in Hole (Apr. 21) 348 Barbara De., Identity Theft (Apr. 21) 00 Wabash St., 911 Hang Up Contact In Person (Apr. 21) 485 E Airport Hwy, Accident (Property Damage) (Apr. 21) 1445 N Shoop Ave, HitSkip (Apr. 21) 368 W Elm St., Alarm Drop (Apr. 22) 138 W Linfoot St., Vandalism (Apr. 22) 204 Barney Oldfield Dr, Juveniles (Apr. 22) 1299 N Shoop Ave., Alarm Drop Southwest Shop Door (Apr. 22) 1151 N Ottokee St., Alarm Drop Northeast Door and Paint Dispenser (Apr. 23) 230 Clinton St., Lost/ Found/Recovered (Apr. 23) 230 Clinton St., Lost/ Found/Recovered (Apr. 23) 485 E Airport Hwy, Accident (Property Damage) (Apr. 23) 203 E Leggett St., Accident (Property Damage) (Apr. 23) 555 W Linfoot St., Larceny (Apr. 24) 340 W Leggett St., HitSkip FULTON COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE Sheriff Roy Miller reports that on April 22, 2014, the Multi Area Narcotics Unit ()MAN), in cooperation with the Fulton County Sheriffs Office and the Wauseon Police Department, executed a search warrant at 232 E Elm Street in Wauseon. Arrested were Aubree A. Hite, age 24 and Andrew W. Parks, age 24. Both were incarcerated at CCNO. Hite was charged with Possession of Heroin and Permitting Drug Abuse. Parks was charged with Trafficking in Heroin and Possession of Heroin. Sheriff Miller states that due to the cooperation of all these agencies, drug related investigations will continue to be successful. WILLIAMS COUNTY TRAFFIC Joshua M. Ruffer, Bryan, OH. No Operator License. Fine: 350.00, Costs: 95.00. Jail: 90, Suspended: 90. No future violations within next 2 years. Carol L. Wittig, Alvordton, OH. Improper Start/Backing. Waived amount: 150.00. Carol L. Wittig, Alvordton, OH. One Way Traffic. Fine: 50.00, Costs: 79.00. Edward W. Gipple, III, Montpelier, OH. Driving Under Suspension. Arraignment. Edward W. Gipple, III, Montpelier, OH. No Plate Light. Waived amount: 150.00. Robert H. Seibert, Bryan, OH. Financial Responsibility Suspension. Fine: 250.00, Costs: 84.00. Jail: 30 days. Operator license suspended from 03/19/2014 to 09/15/2014. Electronic monitoring 30 days. Robert H. Seibert, Bryan, OH. 51/35 speed. Fine: 25.00, Costs: 40.00. Robert H. Seibert, Bryan, OH. Seat Belt. Dismissed with costs: 40.00. Richard A. Mojica, Jr., Bryan, OH. 40/25 speed. Waived amount: 150.00. Jeremy D. Crisenberry, Pioneer, OH. Stop Sign. Waived amount: 150.00. Eric R. McCullough, Bryan, OH. Assured Clear Distance Ahead. Waived amount: 155.00. Mattias J. Garcia, Bryan, OH. Failure to Control. Fine: 71.00, Costs: 79.00. Jeffery R. Hoagland, Montpelier, OH. Seat Belt. Fine: 30.00, Costs: 40.00. Bradley V. Dahl, Blakeslee, OH. 66/55 speed. Fine: 46.00, Costs: 79.00. Kodie A. Lerma, Bryan, OH. Seat Belt. Waived amount: 70.00. Thomas W. Schaper, Bryan, OH. 52/35 speed. Waived amount: 125.00. Stephen Casebere, Bryan, OH. Seat Belt. Fine: 30.00, Costs: 40.00. Adrianna M. Martin, Montpelier, OH. Failure to Control. Fine: 71.00, Costs: 79.00. Jacob A. Beltz, Bryan, OH. Stop Sign. Fine: 65.00, Costs: 85.00. Jeffery D. Pierce, Bryan, OH. 69/55 speed. Waived amount: 125.00. Aaron D. Pease, Bryan, OH. 47/35 speed. Waived amount: 125.00. Douglas O. Hanna, Bryan, OH. Seat Belt. Fine: 30.00, Costs: 40.00. Lindsay N. Core, Bryan, OH. Tag/Sticker Violation. Fine: 46.00, Costs: 79.00. Michael B. Cline, Swanton, OH. 65/55 speed. Fine: 46.00, Costs: 79.00. Nicholas A. Kesler, Edon, OH. Seat Belt. Waived amount: 75.00. Kayla C. Beek, Montpelier, OH. 70/55 speed. Fine: 46.00, Costs: 79.00. Terry D. Taylor, Montpelier, OH. 65/55 speed. Fine: 71.00, Costs: 79.00. David B. Conner, Bryan, OH. 68/55 speed. Fine: 71.00, Costs: 79.00. Jeffrey A. Massengale, II, Montpelier, OH. 77/55 speed. Fine: 65.00, Costs: 85.00. Jeffrey A. Massengale, II, Montpelier, OH. Tag/Sticker Violation. Fine: 85.00, Costs: 40.00. Sonya L. Hughes, Bryan, OH. Seat Belt. Waived amount: 70.00. Jeremiah D. Wyse, Bryan, OH. 73/55 speed. Waived amount: 125.00. Jeremiah D. Wyse, Bryan, OH. Seat Belt. Waived amount: 70.00. Jessica R. Dufresne, Pioneer, OH. 65/55 speed. Fine: 46.00, Costs: 79.00. Jeremy J. Pursel, West Unity, OH. Seat Belt. Waived amount: 70.00. Jeffery R. Messer, Edgerton, OH. 66/55 speed. Fine: 46.00, Costs: 84.00. Jason W. Pearson, Edgerton, OH. 67/55 speed. Waived amount: 155.00. Jonathon G. Kline, Bryan, OH. Traffic Control Device. Fine: 40.00, Costs: 85.00. Christina H. Harding, Montpelier, OH. Driving Under Suspension. Fine: 350.00, Costs: 85.00. Operator license suspended from 04/14/2014 to 10/11/2014. Jack R. Hageman, Bryan, OH. 83/70 speed. Costs only: 79.00. Kaitlyn A. Henricks, Bryan, OH. Seat Belt. Waived amount: 70.00. Sara Nelson, Bryan, OH. Stop Sign. Fine: 71.00, Costs: 79.00. Kyrstin E. Goodnight, Bryan, OH. Failure to Yield. Fine: 71.00, Costs: 79.00. Joanne L. Haver, Wauseon, OH. 51/35 speed. Fine: 71.00, Costs: 79.00. Gage Fee, Pioneer, OH. 41/25 speed. Fine: 46.00, Costs: 79.00. Jacob B. Jones, Bryan, OH. 69/55 speed. Fine: 46.00, Costs: 79.00. Robert E. Whitlock, Stryker, OH. Seat Belt. Fine: 30.00, Costs: 40.00. Katey-Ann M. Martinez, Pioneer, OH. Seat Belt. Waived amount: 70.00. Carrie A. Hulbert, Bryan, OH. 67/55 speed. Waived amount: 125.00. Joshua M. Day, Pioneer, OH. Expired Operator License. Fine: 71.00, Costs: 79.00. Micah T. Schumacher, Archbold, OH. 70/55 speed. Waived amount: 125.00. Jesse D. Goetschius, Edon, OH. Violation of Restrictions. Arraignment. Jesse D. Goetschius, Edon, OH. 68/55 speed. Waived amount: 125.00. Nicole A. Garver, Bryan, OH. Stop Sign. Fine: 71.00, Costs: 79.00. Joshua G. Thompson, Montpelier, OH. 72/55 speed. Fine: 65.00, Costs: 85.00. Dennis C. Jackson, Montpelier, OH. Marked Lanes. Fine: 71.00, Costs: 79.00. Cheryl L. Shaffer, Bryan, OH. Improper Start/Backing. Fine: 71.00, Costs: 79.00. Jacob M. Trausch, Bryan, OH. Reckless Operation. Fine: 71.00, Costs: 79.00. Douglas J. Ferguson, II, Montpelier, OH. Display Reg Plates. Fine: 46.00, Costs: 79.00. Cindy J. Zuver, West Unity, OH. Failure to Control. Waived amount: 155.00. Ryan M. Unger, Bryan, OH. Passing on Right. Fine: 65.00, Costs: 85.00. Nickoles T. Dill, West Unity, OH. Stop Sign. Fine: 65.00, Costs: 85.00. Leroy E. Sleesman, Bryan, OH. Failure to Display Operator License. Fine: 150.00, Costs: 79.00. Tamara E. Dickinson, Edgerton, OH. 35/25 speed. Waived amount: 125.00. Alexander J. Lantz, Pioneer, OH. Expired Plates. Fine: 46.00, Costs: 79.00. Bradley H. ONeill, Bryan, OH. Failure to Display Operator License. Fine: 150.00, Costs: 85.00. Bradley H. ONeill, Bryan, OH. Stop Sign. Fine: 35.00, Costs: 40.00. David A. Whitman, Montpelier, OH. Stop for School Bus. Fine: 200.00, Costs: 79.00. David A. Whitman, Montpelier, OH. Assured Clear Distance Ahead. Fine: 50.00, Costs: 40.00. Nicole L. Popp, Montpelier, OH. 68/55 speed. Waived amount: 125.00. Michael J. Maxcy, Bryan, OH. 49/35 speed. Waived amount: 125.00. Robert Golding, Montpelier, OH. Seat Belt. Fine: 30.00, Costs: 40.00. Zachary Smith, West Unity, OH. 40/25 speed. Waived amount: 125.00. William J. Clements, Bryan, OH. Operator License Suspended. Fine: 250.00, Costs: 84.00. Jail: 30, Suspended: 30. Operator license suspended from 04/21/2014 to 05/21/2014. No future violations within next 2 years. Autumn L. Beck, Bryan, OH. OVI/Breath Low. Arraignment. Autumn L. Beck, Bryan, OH. Failure to Control. Waived amount: 150.00. Loni L. Potts, Archbold, OH. 55/35 speed. Waived amount: 150.00. Seth A. Resendez, Montpelier, OH. Expired Plates. Fine: 40.00, Costs: 90.00. Joaquin Tovar, III, Stryker, OH. DUS/FRA. Arraignment. Joaquin Tovar, III, Stryker, OH. Fictitious Registration. Waived amount: 250.00. Nathan A. Lam, Pioneer, OH. OVI/Breath High. Arraignment. Nathan A. Lam, Pioneer, OH. Park/Public Highway. Waived amount: 150.00. Mercedez M. Lloyd, Montpelier, OH. OVI/.08 Blood. Arraignment. Mercedez M. Lloyd, Montpelier, OH. Failure to Control. Waived amount: 150.00. Jonathon L. Sanders, Bryan, OH. Improper Registration. Fine: 46.00, Costs: 79.00. WILLIAMS COUNTY CRIMINAL NEWS Jason M. Spry, Bryan, OH. Felonious Assault. The defendant waived a preliminary hearing. The court does find probable cause the defendant committed the crime and probable cause the defendant committed in Williams County, Ohio. Bound over to Common Pleas court. Bond continued at $100,000. No 10% permitted. Temporary protection order issued. Jason M. Spry, Bryan, OH. Burglary. The defendant waived a preliminary hearing. The court does find probable cause the defendant committed the crime and probable cause the defendant committed in Williams County, Ohio. Bound over to Common Pleas court. Joshua M. Ruffer, Bryan, OH. Disorderly Conduct. Fine: 250.00, Costs: 110.00. Jail: 30, Suspended: 20. No future violations within next 5 years. Restitution of $722.92 by 8-1-14 to prosecutor. No contact with victim. Work release granted. Dennis C. Posey, Bryan, OH. Assault. Fine: 250.00, Costs: 214.00. Jail: 180, Suspended: 160.00. No future violations within next 3 years. No contact with victim. Vicki L. Wilson, Bryan, OH. Disorderly. Waived amount: 180.00. Scott D. Wilson, Bryan, OH. Disorderly. Waived amount: 180.00. Joshua Yates, Bryan, OH. Disorderly. Fine: 75.00, Costs: 106.01. Ray S. Ramos, Stryker, OH. Passing Bad Checks. Fine: 100.00, Costs: 127.80. Jail: 30, Suspended: 30. No future violations within next 2 years. Restitution of $47.10 to prosecutor from bond fines and restitution from bonds. Jonathon B. Higbee, Bryan, OH. Passing Bad Checks (6 counts). Arraignment. Bobbie Spilker, Bryan, OH. Disorderly. Fine: 50.00, Costs: 85.00. Jacob R. Moore, West Unity, OH. Passing Bad Checks. Fine: 100.00, Costs: 84.00. Jail: 30, Suspended: 30. No future CONTINUED TO PAGE 4
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violations within next 2 years. Restitution of $68.67 by 5-17-14 to prosecutor. Brian S. Hulbert, Bryan, OH. Theft. Arraignment. Taylor T. Curry, Archbold, OH. Theft. Fine: 250.00, Costs: 199.00. Jail: 30, Suspended: 30. No future violations within next 2 years. 50 hours community service. No contact with victim Wal-Mart. Brandon L. Waterston, Montpelier, OH. Theft. Arraignment. Christopher S. Davis, Stryker, OH. Criminal Damaging (2 counts). Arraignment. Christopher S. Davis, Stryker, OH. Falsification. Arraignment. Christopher S. Davis, Stryker, OH. Criminal Trespass. Arraignment. Christopher L. Bible, Montpelier, OH. Disorderly. Fine: 50.00, Costs: 85.00. Mercedez M. Lloyd, Montpelier, OH. Vehicular Manslaughter. Arraignment. Mercedez M. Lloyd, Montpelier, OH. Underage Consumption. Arraignment. Vicki Cornell, Edon, OH. Companion Animal (20 counts). Dismissed. Vicki Cornell, Edon, OH. Companion Animal (24 counts). Arraignment.
FULTON COUNTY CRIMINAL NEWS Charline Thomas, Fayette, OH. Underage Consumption. Dismissed. Mike Zimmerman, Archbold, OH. No Dog License. Fine: 25.00, Costs: 78.00. Mike Zimmerman, Archbold, OH. Confine Dog. Fine: 25.00, Costs: 54.00. Anjelica L. Garcia, Archbold, OH. Obstructing Justice. Arraignment. Keith D. Kleck, Delta, OH. Possession of Paraphernalia. Arraignment. FULTON COUNTY TRAFFIC NEWS Robert J. Stewart, Fayette, OH.
76/55 speed. Waived amount: 188.00. Curtis K. Miller, Wauseon, OH. Seat belt/Driver. Waived amount: 81.00. Elizabeth J. Antar, Archbold, OH. Seat belt/Driver. Waived amount: 81.00. Jason L. Clutter, Archbold, OH. Child Restraint. Waived amount: 96.00. Luke J. Merillatt, Archbold, OH. Seat belt/Driver. Waived amount: 81.00. William O. Short, Archbold, OH. Seat belt/Driver. Waived amount: 81.00. Brandon M. Wagner, Archbold, OH. Failure to Control. Waived amount: 190.00. Velma M. Horst, Archbold, OH. Seat belt/Driver. Waived amount: 81.00. Darby L. Smith, Bryan, OH. 40/25 speed. Waived amount: 135.00. Caleb J. Gunther, Wauseon, OH. DUS/Non-FRA. Arraignment. Mary C. Chase, Delta, OH. License Expired. Waived amount: 117.00. Michael A. Zimmerman, Wauseon, OH. 70/55 speed. Waived amount: 127.00. Katherine D. Johnson, Wauseon, OH. 71/55 speed. Waived amount: 127.00. Ashley N. Nawrocki, Swanton, OH. 75/55 speed. Waived amount: 157.00. Paul E. Colon, Wauseon, OH. 68/65 speed. Waived amount: 117.00. Brianna L. Raab, Delta, OH. No Front Plate. Waived amount: 117.00. Penelope G. Risher, Swanton, OH. 72/55 speed. Waived amount: 127.00. Brandon B. Fry, Archbold, OH. No Operator License. Arraignment. James W. Robinson, Delta, OH. 68/55 speed. Waived amount: 117.00. Jill M. Rohrs, Wauseon, OH.
68/55 speed. Waived amount: 117.00. Roy G. Shelhart, Delta, OH. 70/55 speed. Waived amount: 127.00. Brandon A. Donahue, Delta, OH. Expired Plates. Waived amount: 117.00. Richard N. Verdin, West Unity, OH. 70/55 speed. Waived amount: 127.00. Sara J. Glore, Stryker, OH. 67/55 speed. Waived amount: 117.00. Victoria L. Kreiner, Wauseon, OH. 69/55 speed. Waived amount: 117.00. Nicholas L. Meisner, Swanton, OH. 70/55 speed. Waived amount: 127.00. Emily D. Nisely, Archbold, OH. 69/55 speed. Waived amount: 157.00. Jacob L. Ramos, Wauseon, OH. Failed to Register Vehicle. Waived amount: 117.00. Russel J. Wadsworth, Delta, OH. 49/35 speed. Waived amount: 117.00. FULTON COUNTY COMMON PLEAS Aaron P. Tucker, Toledo, OH Community control violation, 15 months ODRC. Originally convicted of Count 1, Theft, a 5th degree felony, and Count 4, Forgery, a 5th degree felony for which he had received a sentence of 2 years community control. Mathew E. Dewitt, Wauseon, OH Theft, a 5th degree felony. Sentenced to 2 years community control and a reserved sentence of 11 months at ODRC. Shall not enter any bar or tavern or consume alcohol. Shall not have contact with victims. FULTON COUNTY DOMESTIC COURT Rosanna R. Miller, Wauseon, OH, versus Joshua D. Miller, Montpelier, OH. Complaint for divorce granted.
From Tuesday, April 29 through Sunday, May 4, guests from across the country will gather in Archbold for the 38th annual Quilt Show at Sauder Village. Again this year, the talents of quilters from throughout the Midwest will be celebrated with a display of more than 400 quilts, unique quilting demonstrations, shopping, special exhibits, workshops, and more! Our six-day Quilt Show celebrates the rich tradition of quilting while showcasing the fine craftsmanship of quilters from throughout the region, shared Kim Krieger, Media Relations. This special event is always a great way to start our Sauder Village season! During the annual Sauder Village Quilt Show, both traditional and modern interpretations of quilts will be represented. Each year the show is a new experience since once a quilt has been exhibited it cannot be re-entered into the Sauder Village Show. With 24 categories ranging from pieced, appliqu and mixed technique to art, masters, baby, miniatures and youth quilts guests are sure to enjoy browsing the variety of quilts this annual event has to offer.
Other highlights of the popular week include live piano music and quilting demonstrations. Some of the demonstrations will vary by day and may include piecing, machine appliqu, embroidery, sewing with denim, English paper piecing, and hand quilting. Guests will enjoy a special exhibit of Masters Class quilts, including quilts by guest artist Gyleen Fitzgerald on the stage in Founders Hall. There will also be a quilt raffle held for a chance to win a fun, twinsize quilt. Tickets for the Queen of Diamonds raffle quilt, created by the quilters at Sauder Village, are only $1.00 each and proceeds will benefit the Junior Historian Program at Sauder Village. Another popular element of this event is the annual Quilt Challenge. This years theme is Line Dancing. Starting a year ago, entrants purchased a challenge packet and were given the challenge to take those fabrics and create a quilt working with only the designated geometric shapes and solid colors. These quilts will exhibit creativity in using lines to create eyecatching pattern and movement as well as depth
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Approving the Board of Public Affairs recent land acquisition was just one item on a busy agenda addressed by Edon Village Council during its regular session held Monday, April 21, 2014 in Council Chambers. Attending the evening meeting were Councilors Lee Lawrence, Duane Thiel, Richard Chapin, Chuck Bidwell, Gale Horn, Mayor Darlene Burkhardt, Fiscal Officer Heidi Bidwell, and Solicitor Tom Thompson; not answering roll was Councilor Roxana Nester. Earlier this month, Andrew Ledyard, Edon BPA Trustee, entered into a contract with Leora Walkup for the purchase of 3.407 acres of real estate within the Village. Surrounding the Villages Wastewater Treatment Plant and accessed from East Indiana Street, the Yoder Estate property was acquired at the purchase price of $16,000. With a vote to suspend the threereading rule, councilors unanimously approved Ordinance 03-14 thereby ratifying the execution of the Purchase Agreement and authorizing Mayor Burkhardt to take any and all actions necessary to carry out and complete the terms agreed to. Council then went on to approve a contract with Larry Meyers to lease the 3.407 acres from the Village for farmland. Additionally that night, Council again suspended the three-reading rule to pass Resolution 01-14: A resolution urging Ohio voters to support State Issue I, the renewal of the State Capital Improvements Program (SCIP), on the May 6, 2014 ballot. Since its inception in 1987, and subsequent renewals in 1995 and 2005, more than 11,500 essential infrastructure improvement projects (roads, bridges, wastewater systems, etc.) have been built with this supplemental assistance. SCIP has
not only provided much needed jobs through local contractors; it has also helped to grow the states economy. State Issue I would renew SCIP by authorizing issuance of $1.875 billion in capital improvement bonds to directly benefit local governments and communities with no new taxes required to fund their repayment. In other action, Council: Reminded everyone Spring Trash pickup is set for Saturday, May 17. Accepted Street Superintendent Jim Brigles submitted letter of retirement; his stated intentions are effective April 1, 2015. Was informed Ohio Health Plan Consortium had disbanded, ending health care coverage for all associates on May 31, 2014; quotes for new insurance options for Village employees are currently being examined. Heard Chief of Police Tom Szymczaks detailed Service Log and Vehicle Report for March. He also noted golf cart inspections would take place May 1 through May 15 at the Police Station; owners will receive their stickers at that time. Was informed by Street Superintendent Brigle the Village backhoe would be picked up and taken to Ridgeville Corners during the week of April 21; transmission and brake repairs (estimated at $7,500-$10,000) are expected to take one week to complete. Reviewed the Street Departments projected summer projects including widening Woodville Street; sealing pavement cracks (use of County equipment to be arranged) and replacing street name signs to comply with new federal regulations (to be completed by 2018). Approved the removal (cutting down, grinding stumps, etc.) of six trees throughout the Village by Quality Tree Service at a cost of eleven hundred dollars.
Authorized Solicitor Thompson to prepare an ordinance sanctioning the removal of three stop signs at the intersection of Main and Railroad Streets; action was requested by Edon Farmers Co-Op (grain trucks entering the plant off Railroad Street would not have to stop.) Approved Taylor Muehlfeld and Brien Moore as summer employees for the Street and Park Departments, respectively; each will be working twenty hours per week at the 2013 hourly rate. Expressed their preference to have the Zoning Inspector position filled with a local individual; upon discussion of the proposed change, the current inspector would be asked to tender his resignation for the next meeting. Learned the Park Board had reorganized with Martha Michael now serving as president; they will meet next on Wednesday, May 7.
Heard a transportation meeting sponsored by Maumee Valley Planning Organization (MVPO) was set for Monday, April 28; members were invited to attend at their choice. Joined Mayor Burkhardt in thanking Don Walton, Pat Dillon, Don Whitney (and all volunteers) for removing Christmas decorations at Walz Park; the time and effort put into completing this huge undertaking is greatly appreciated. Accepted the Minutes, Financial Report and Bills as presented. Voted to enter into Executive Session to discuss personnel; no action was taken before adjourning. The next regular monthly meeting of the Edon Village Council will be held Monday, May 19, 2014 beginning at 7:00 p.m. in Village Chambers.
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NEARING GOAL Community donations were recently gifted to Edon Northwest Local Schools to help fund $4,730 needed to complete the Drama Departments Stage Lighting Project. Representatives on hand for check presentations were, front row, from left: Jo Luce (Edon Area Foundation ~ $1,102 donation), Lee Dick (Edon State Bank ~ $1,500 donation), John Toner ($500 initial donation; additional funding pledged to meet fund raiser goal) and Cathy Frastaci, Director of Choirs/ Musicals at Edon Schools and project coordinator. Back row, from left: Susan D. Allomong, Reverend Father Fred Duschl, Estel Wyrick, Jr., Bruce ODonnell and LaRue Reitzel (Edon Area Foundation Advisory Committee members). Unable to attend the morning presentation were Mike Krill, EAF Advisory Committee; Marilyn Toner and Crystal Bowers, Director of Musicals. Anyone desiring to donate to the Edon Area Foundation to benefit the greater Edon-Blakeslee Community may contact any of the nine Advisory Committee members mentioned above.
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70 YEARS AGO APRIL 1944 Mrs. Mildred Scott and mother, Mrs. Rose Miller, had four dinner guests Sunday; Robert Scott and family and Van Dewire and family. 60 YEARS AGO April 1954 Karen Lautzenhiser and Regina Wortkoetter were among 166 FHA girls from all parts of the state who were awarded to State Homemaker degree at the convention held in Columbus. 50 YEARS AGO April 1964 The Earl Wiler home, a mile south of West Unity on highway 127 was broken into sometime Friday evening. The house was ransacked and stolen were two wrist watches, electric shaver, two radios, two electric clocksw and some food. The food included a pie which the thief dropped on the garage floor. George Steffes, Edon, was bound over to the Grand Jury on charges of check forgery. The checks totaled about $190. Joe Steffes, 25, Edon Route 1, incurred two broken angles and a fracture of the lower right leg when he fell off a barn roof. The driving rights of Ellisworth Stahler were suspended by Judge R.N. Hayward after Stahler accumulated 20 driving violation points. The suspension is for 6 months. 40 YEARS AGO April 1974 Linda Long, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Long, Montpelier, was among the new society members initiated recently at Heidelberg College. She was received into the Euglossian Society. A huge blaze, apparently started by arsonists, destroyed the grandstand at the Williams County Fairgrounds. Estimated value of the structure was $50,000. But officials say it would probably cost well over $100,000 to replace at todays prices. 30 YEARS AGO April 1984 Sonja Miller, 16, Edon, was driving a car on County Road 2, when she swerved to avoid striking a dog that crossed the roadway. The car went off the right side of the road and struck a ditch bank. Damage was slight to the car. 20 YEARS AGO April 1994 Congressman Paul Gillmore announced the recent offer of appointment of 5th District resident Michael Curry to the United States Air Force Academy. Michael is the son of David and Patricia Curry of Edon.
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WELCOME ... Installation of new officers for Montpelier Lodge #312, Loyal Order of Moose was held Wednesday, April 23rd. The new officers will assume their new duties May 1st. Pictured from left to right are seated in front rowDenny Bishop, Junior Past Governor; Andy Reliford, Prelate; Alan Apt, Treasurer; Rick Custar, 3-year Trustee; Scott Martin, 2-year Trustee; and Aaron Apt, 1-year Trustee; and back rowBob Gearig, Lodge Secretary & Administrator; Charlie Schelling, Installing Sergeant-at-arms; Patrick Thorp, Governor; Jim Heller, Installing Officer; and Mike McKenzie, Junior Governor. Congratulations and best wishes for a successful year to these fraternalists. All members are encouraged to attend lodge meetings the second and fourth Wednesdays each month at 7 p.m. Montpelier Moose Legion Degree of Service committee meetings are held the third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. The lodge thanks all who assisted with the annual Childrens Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 19th and the chicken barbecue Saturday, April 26th.
The North Central Board of Education met on Tuesday, April 22, 2014, for their final regular meeting before the School Building Levy on May 6. The committee has given several presentations in the district and is encouraging voters to cast a Yes vote so that a new high school can be built to replace the current building, which was constructed in 1922-1923. The schools Facebook page and building levy page has posted videos from Toledo news stations, channels 11 and 13, explaining why a new building is needed. The building levy committee has also been distributing pamphlets in local newspapers and have yard signs available. In grades kindergarten through 6, Principal Paul Jones reported that the Kindergarten Clinic has been completed with 36 children screened. This compares with 29 screened last year at this time. OAA achievement tests are being held from now into May. Jones gave an update on the 21st Century grant. He has submitted an application to extend the grant another three years. The current 5 year grant is expiring. Looking to the end of the year, retention forms are coming in. In junior high/high school news, Prinicpal Tim Rettig gave recognition to the
teachers and staff who are retiring at the end of this year. He gave a sports update, congratulating the baseball, softball, and the track teams for their hard work and competitiveness. He said that the Junior High boys and girls 4x400 relay team had broken a school record. Prom will be on May 3 and graduation is scheduled for June 1, 2014. The board approved 21 contract employees. The newest hire, Angela Beauregard, was present at the meeting. She will teach 6th grade math next year. They also approved two volunteer coach positions. The board accepted resignations from Jane Thompson, the Career Based Instructor, and Cheryl Moore, Junior High/High School Secretary who will retire in June. Also resigning their positions are Justin Houk as the varsity boys basketball coach, and Steve Bowling, varsity girls basketball coach. The board approved the Open Enrollment Policy for 2014-2015. Each year, fewer students have been transferring out of the district. This year, although 75 students enrolled outside the district, there were over 30 students enrolling in North Central from an adjoining district. The board approved the use of school vans to transport FFA students to their State Convention from May 1-3. Advisor Jess Tracy said that Senior Hunter Forry will receive his FFA degree at the conven-
tion. Twelve to fourteen students will be attending the event. Also approved was the districts membership in the Northwestern Ohio Educational Research Council for 2014-2015 at a cost of $200. This membership provides professional development for the superintendent and principals. In a separate vote, the board approved Mr. Cleans Lawn Care for mowing during the 20142015 school year at a cost of $7500. Twenty-five non-renewable one-year supplemental contracts were renewed for classified employees. The board also noted that 35 certified employees have extra duty contracts that will automatically expire on June 30, 2014. Some of those employees hold several positions. In his treasurers report, Eric Smeltzer asked the board to approve appropriation additions as follows: Permanent Improvement $8, 742.47 Rotary SOAR 920.00 District Agency Rotary 2, 409.20 Perkins Vo AG Grant 583.83 Total: $12,655.50 The Five-Year forecast for May fiscal year 2014 is favorable. It has not
changed much from the October forecast. Revenues are up by $140,000 more than expected, due to $17,000 to 18,000 in regular revenues, and another $120,000 expected from property tax allocation. These are better figures than were anticipated, though he noted that no more can be gained from property taxes. Superintendent Ken Boyer noted that, with a new building, fixed expenses could drop even further as they expect a savings of about $15,000 per year after the new building is completed due to anticipated savings in monthly operating expenses because of better efficiency. The board passed a resolution to adopt the revised contingency plan and request additional waiver days for the 2013-2014 school year. This is already in place but the state required this resolution showing that the school accepted the states plan. The board went into executive session to discuss hiring, evaluation, and discipline of personnel. No action was taken upon their return to open session.
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VARSITY BASEBALL ... Front Row: Zachary Kidson - Bat Boy, Nick Covey, Alex Kidston, Nathan Burkholder, Ryan Burt. Back Row: Ryan Kirkendall, Tony Severence, Justin Houk, Chris Dick, Chris Gendron, Chris Fidler, Andy Waterson, Eric Smeltzer. Not Pictured: Coach Al Phipps.
KEEPING IT GREEN ... To recognize Arbor Day, fourth grade Students from North Central and Montpelier were recently given tree seedlings by the Pioneer Lions Club to plant. Lions Club member Jim Waterston talked to the North Central students about the importance of planting trees as well as the care and attention that is needed to give the seedlings. Pictured with Jim Waterston are North Central students Kaitlyn Stembridge, Jacob Wildrick, Amy Rodriguez, and Zach Hayes.
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DETENTION ... James (Jakub Grodi) finds detention with a drama coach challenging.
VERSATILITY ... Ripper (Alyssa Swank) demonstrates the fine art of playing the cello.
WHERE THE TROUBLES BEGAN ... Gabriella Montez and Troy Bolton try out for the lead roles in the high school musical.
THE SECRET TO SUCCESS ... Stock the cast with stars and celebrities. Load the orchestra pit with world-class musicians with degrees from Julliard and Berklee. No matter what is put on stage, it is doomed to fail without those who work off stage in the shadows. Those who create the ambience with lighting. Those who design, build and move sets. Those who make sure that every patron, in whatever seat, can hear what is being said. Doing these thankless jobs were the High School Musical Crew, and they did them well.
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ter Beals, Raymond McFarland, and John Newcomb left on Monday for Camp Knox, Kentucky, where they will do CCC work. The annual PTA picnic will be held on May 2. 70 YEARS AGO APRIL 1944 Carl Beach was moved his furniture store into the Arnold building on the north side of Jackson Street, having sold his store building to the Mendelson Egg Co. Mrs. and Mrs. Mox Strong will celebrate their 46th wedding anniversary on April 16. 60 YEARS AGO APRIL 1954 Mrs. Fern O. Boucher, 69, lifetime resident of this area passed away Wednesday. Honor students named for class of 54 are Larry Stuckey and Connie Riter. Tom Short was graded a I for his snare drum number and Ronald Replogle a II in Class B Tuba solo at the Music Contest held in B.G. 50 YEARS AGO APRIL 1964 Effective May 1, the price of a haircut will be increased to $1.50 and flattops and other special styles to $1.75. Bonnie Perry, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Perry of West Unity was winner of the spelling bee in Alvordton. A church dinner was held for Rev. Martha Pedigo, pastor of the West Unity Free Methodist Church, who leaves for work in the Congo as a missionary.
Job well done to the Jr. Class Post-prom committee for the spectacular scenery at the Hilltop Post-prom celebration on April 26.
Kaylista Underwood works her way up the inflatable wall at the Hilltop post-prom held on April 26.
Layni Allport and Danny Payne (with the Prom Doo) enjoy the post-prom celebration at Hilltop High School.
Cole Haynes and Autumn Jermeay looking extra nice at the Hilltop 2014 Prom. Jalen Towers and Kaylista Underwood.
Jalen Towers was the 1st up the inflatable wall at the Hilltop post-prom held on April 26
The King (Will McKinney) and Queen (Emily Armbruster) open up the dance floor at the 2014 Hilltop Prom held on April 26.
It was a beautiful setup inside the Hilltop High School for the Cadets 2014 Prom.
The Prom attendees dancing the night away on April 26 at the Hilltop Prom.
Strykers Quadco Is Helping Rotary Presents Dictionaries To Hilltop Students People Reach Their Goals
After discussions during the past two board meetings, members of the Quadco Rehabilitation Center (QRC) joint Administrative and Non-Profit board approved a new mission statement that supports people reaching their goals. QRC Executive Director Bruce Abell recalled a suggestion made at a previous meeting and recited a proposed mission statement from memory. Quadco exists to help people achieve their goals in life, he said. Mr. Abell noted the statement meets current thinking that mission statements should be just a few words so they are easy to remember and describe what an organization does. The board members agreed and voted to approve the statement. Sharon von Seggern, who manages QRCs Northwest Employment Services, said QRC is supporting Employment First Initiative efforts in the area by the state and local county boards of developmental disabilities. She said the QRC employment service has received recent referrals to assist two people in their search for community employment in the area. Program Coordinator Shannon Zellers noted that QRC participated in the HOPES Services Soup Challenge as part of Henry County activities for Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month in March. She said QRC received second place in the peoples choice voting for their entry of twice baked Irish potato soup. Ms. Zellers told the board that the Art Club, Senior Activities Center, and Defiance Center participants all completed special art projects for the Easter season. A group took a trip to the recycling center last week and recycled some aluminum cans they had collected. Ms. Zellers said the group wants to use the money they received to get their garden going now that the weather is getting better. She informed the board that members of the Hilltop High School National Honor Society Chapter will be coming to QRC on May 2. Members of the group will meet in small groups and participate in a variety of activities with people at QRC that day. Bill Priest, Director of Marketing, reported about an upcoming In-service training day on May 5. He said there would be a showing of a session held recently by PHOTOS PROVIDED the Ohio Department of Developmental BIG THANKS ... Pictured with Hilltop fifth graders are from left to right are Stryker Disabilities about the new rules for Rotarian Ron Short, Isaac Frazer, Tayler Bleikamp, and Stryker Rotary Club Medicaids Home and Community-Based President Ruth Wieland. Services that promote integration and person-centered planning. He said the day would also include trainings on community employment and inclusion, rights for persons being served, deferred compensation, and a session on diversity. The next meeting of the QRC joint board will be May 27 at noon in the Stryker conference room.
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GREATLY APPRECIATED ... Pictured with Hilltop second graders are from left to right are Aiden Terrill, Alora Siegal, Stryker Rotary Club President Ruth Wieland, and Ella Richer. The Stryker Rotary Club was presented with an opportunity to make good use of some dictionaries. The club presents dictionaries to Stryker students each year. The club and the Stryker School System feel this has been an important resource for the children, so it has been repeated many years in the Stryker School System. Contacts were made with neighboring districts to find other students who could benefit from Dictionaries. Hilltop School District, working with their teachers, agreed to accept sufficient copies of The Best Dictionary For Students to provide to students in the second grade and the fifth grades.
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STRYKER ADVANCE 120 YEARS AGO APRIL 1894 M. Kelly has taken over the Unity Woolen Mills and will run this season. 110 YEARS AGO APRIL 1904 Some of our merchants wrote the merchants of dry towns to learn the exact truth on the effect of trade should the saloon be voted out. The replies express no division of opinion. All speak in no uncertain terms of increasing cash trade and gave good reasons for it. 100 YEARS AGO APRIL 1914 Lucinda Dilworth Berrier, 73, died at her home on April, 4, 1914. 90 YEARS AGO April 1924 The Hickory Grove school house District No. 6, was totally destroyed by fire last Friday. 80 YEARS AGO
April 1934 The CCC boys from West Unity are leaving Ft. Knox, KY, tor California, where they are to be stationed. 70 YEARS AGO April 1944 Miss Hazel Aileen Cook of Dayton and Dr. Paul C. Vernier of Columbus were married Saturday. 60 YEARS AGO APRIL 1954 Yvonne Marie is the name selected for the daughter born April 4 to Mr. and Mrs. Donald Morris (Nee Mary Louise Daft). Mrs. Morris is an iron lung Polio patient at Ann Arbor. Peggy Osborn was chosen to represent American Legion Auxiliary Unit to Yackee-Strong Post No. 60 at Buckeye Girls State in June. 50 YEARS AGO April 1964 Jack Rupp was one of the winners in the general project class for the Science Fair. His project was Our Mysterious Eyes.
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Lane Eisel is a 2 year old boy who lives a rather normal life in Lyons, Ohio with his parents Lance and Katie Eisel and siblings Alivia and Quinten. To the blind eye, he is a typical two year old, constantly wanting to be on the move, terrorizing his older siblings and always getting into something. In November 2012, Lane was diagnosed with Syringomyelia, which means he has a very long cerebrospinal fluid sac/mass directly on his spinal cord from C3-L4 (from his neck to his lower back) with a large bulge in his hip and lower chest area. The doctors believe this fluid will continue to place him at risk for further physical decline and pain if not treated. He has undergone surgery at the Cleveland Clinic in hopes to relieve pressure and allow the fluid to reabsorb. Unfortunately, it has not. There are still other options; however, at this time, the best option is unknown. He will continue with weekly physical and occupational therapy in attempt to regain mobility lost from surgery. He uses a walker at times to conserve energy and a stroller for long distances. He has developed foot drop in both feet, leg weakness, and is a daily fall risk. This little guy is a fighter and his parents, family and friends are all on board to help him receive the treatment
Fulton Soil & Water Co-Sponsors The Northwest Ohio Woodland & Wildlife Family Festival
The Fulton County Soil and Water Conservation District are pleased to announce that they are again cosponsoring the Northwest Ohio Woodland & Wildlife Family Festival on May 17th, 2014. This years festival is being held on the beautiful and historic grounds of the Wood County Historical Center and Museum, 13660 County Home Road, Bowling Green, OH 43402. This event is free of charge and is for the whole family. This Festival is a great event and I enjoy serving on the committee, states Amanda Podach, Education and Information Specialist for the Fulton County Conservation District. It has so much to offer and so many great things to check out from Woodland events to Wildlife events. We are hosting raffles and there will be local food vendors! Some of the events that will be offered are Name that Tree, Edible Mushrooms, The Buzz on Bees, Tree Cookies, and more. There will also be activities for the kids including crafts, face painting, a scavenger hunt, SK Worm, and Wood Magic. Organizations that will be attending include Abundant Soap, Black Swamp Herb Society, Black Swamp Raptor Rehab Center, Maumee Valley Archeologically Society, and many more! Local vendors such as Stimmels Market, Pagliais Pizza, and Poppin George kettle corn will be in attendance. This event is sponsored in part by The Andersons, Maumee and the regional Soil and Water Conservation Districts of Defiance SWCD, Fulton SWCD, Henry SWCD, Lucas SWCD, Ottawa SWCD, Van Wert SWCD, Williams SWCD and Wood SWCD. For more information, contact Amanda Podach at 419-337-9217 or visit http://swcd.fultoncountyoh.com.
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The Fayette Village Council convened in regular session in a packed council chamber on the evening of April 23. Although several items of significant community concern were addressed, none were more closely followed than the discussion pertaining to Resolution 2014-03, a resolution voicing the Councils objections to the renewal of the liquor permit for Mels Place and Patio. The legislation, as read into the record by Mayor Ruth Marlatt, accused owners and permit holders Ron and Melody Lichtenwald of a litany of concerns, as the resolution stated. Amongst the items listed in the resolution were notations of a greater frequency of run-ins between the police and the owners and patrons of the establishment, as compared to similar businesses in the community. The resolution claimed that at least one Village Councilor, unnamed in the text of the resolution, witnessed intoxicated juveniles within the premises. The third area of concern stated that ...former employees have alleged that they were subjected to sexual harassment by one of the permit holders while employed at the establishment. The resolution went further to state that, ... one of the permit holders has repeatedly interfered with law enforcement of local ordinances and state law by the Village Police Department by appearing at traffic stops involving patrons of Mels Place, and following police vehicles throughout the village, apparently in an attempt to ascertain their whereabouts to assist patrons in leaving the establishment while avoiding police detection. Prior to voting, Council heard from Ron Lichtenwald who offered rebuttals of several of the points brought forth in the resolution. After hearing that remarkable page that you read of all these things that Ive been doing wrong, its very odd that Ive owned the business for twenty years, and I thought I had a pretty good relationship with the police force here in town. As far as some of the charges there, I dont understand, but I guess that if it gets to the point where lawyers will have to understand, if it gets to that point... Referencing minors, he said that all employees ask for IDs. The ID issue... all of us ID people who come in to Mels Place. Were not there to just serve beer. He mentioned his granddaughters who visit the establishment, saying that they were drinking Shirley Temples, a nonalcoholic concoction he described as, ...pop and Grenadine. A lot of the people that are complaining, Im sure its because Ive had an issue with them, and Ive asked them to leave, or Ive barred them. Theres
always several ongoing things that occur, he continued. Currently, Mr. Lichtenwald said that 57 people are barred from the establishment. He claimed that his character has been besmirched, beginning with a former officer who he claimed was overzealous in writing citations. Noting the date of June 20, 2013, he claimed that in the village alone there were 263 traffic stops, resulting in the issuance of 104 citations in six months. Our Chief (Fayette Chief of Police Jason Simon) says thats not excessive, that he was doing his job. I can see his point, but the whole town was buzzing, and thats why I came (to a Council meeting), and I felt that I was being unjustly targeted. Thats probably where some of the issues there have come up. Yeah, I might have followed them around, but I stayed a safe distance back to see what was going on. That was my God-given right, my taxpayers right. I never interfered with an officer. Mr. Lichtenwald continued to refute the points laid out in the resolution, saying that the accusations were hearsay. Liquor Control, he said, makes unannounced visits to establishments that sell alcohol, and reports the violations to the authorities. Super Valu has been busted once... Circle K twice, he said. Gary (Ragsdale, owner of the Buckboard) and I must be doing our jobs, because weve never been busted for serving an underage. As a matter of fact, they were just in and thanked me for the job that we were doing. As he was winding down his defense, Mr. Lichtenwald raised eyebrows by repeating that he did not understand why these allegations were being made, and said, Im trying to do everything right. If there was an issue with this, I dont understand why Jason didnt come to me, other than theres a vendetta that he wants my liquor license. I think thats pretty clear... pretty darn clear. Im hoping that you people can see through all this. Put to a vote, Council rejected the resolution. Councilor Mat Johnson abstained and the other four Councilors unanimously voted the measure down. In other matters before Council, Mr. David Wright, the Director of Fulton County Regional Planning, suggested that the village accelerate
their invoicing for Phase I projects in order to get them off the books. He said that having unsubmitted invoices for Phase I projects would hamper funding for Phase III projects, and suggested that the village look into their invoicing with due haste. Gary Ragsdale inquired as to the status of the insurance claim that he is filing due to damages resulting from the recent alley work by Gleason that damaged the foundation to his establishment. Council reassured him that the insurance adjustor is being pressed on the issue and that there is no current need to escalate the matter into the legal arena. Council approved a measure allowing Village Administrator Steve Blue to sign a suppliers contract with Duke Energy. Noting the imminent and ongoing price increases with First Energy, Duke Energy will be able to provide power for the village at a lower cost in the short term, and possibly in the long run as well. Council also approved a motion to increase village employee portions of health insurance costs to seven percent, maintaining seven percent increases across the board for the future. The measure will take effect beginning June 1. Council approved a contract with Lexipol for police department risk management and approved the promotion of Village Police Officer Bob Bartz to the rank of Sergeant. Finally, Council approved a measure urging voters to support State Issue #1 on the upcoming ballot. This measure, Resolution 2014-02, urges voters to support the continued funding of the State Capital Improvement Program (SCIP). This program is funded through the Ohio Public Works Commission, and funds from SCIP have played a very significant role in the multitudes of projects that have been underway in the village over the past few years. Without the availability of those funds an alternate source would have had to have been found and, more than likely, the burden would have fallen largely upon the citizens of the community in significantly higher taxes and fees.
Timothy Kays can be reached at tim@thevillagereporter.com
Justice Reyes, Liz Maginn, Katelyn Bates and Miranda Minzey pose lovely as they wait for their turn in the photo booth.
The students of Fayette congratulated their Prom court! Prince Jordan Ramos, Princess Taylor West, Queen Kahner Galloway and King Tyler Cox.
Adrianna Hibbard, Lesley Pennington, Lexi Giesige and Demi Powers are all in sync with their Wobble.
Ryder Sommers and Alison Carder show off some dance moves.
Ceairia Keller and Chandler Shay pose for a photo in the photo booth provided by Showtime Mobile DJ.
Michael Brubaker, Thomas Ehman, Garett Reinking, and Casen Burkholder show their best moves.
In keeping with the Casino Royale theme, Ian Schrock, Justin Stoltzfus, Dylan Aschemier and Marcus Stoltzfus engage in some poker.
The students of Fayette seemed to enjoy their 007/Casino Royale themed prom that was held at the Pioneer Community Building on Saturday night. The nights sights and sounds were provided by Showtime Mobile DJ.
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HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES ... Bottom Row (L to R): Gregory Henry, Barbara Boucher Owens, Mary Helen Weber (accepting for Roger Weber), Perry Rupp. Top: William Guilford, Marc Robinson, Ralph Roshong, Judy Burkholder (accepting for Dave Burkholder). Missing from photo is Diane Conrad.
By: Bill Bray THE VILLAGE REPORTER Six former Wauseon High School students and three former administrators joined the growing Wauseon Academic Hall of Fame Friday in the WHS auditorium. The former students included: Barbara Boucher Owens (class of 1962), Roger Weber (class of 1967), Gregory Henry (class of 1968), Diane Conrad (class of 1972), Perry Rupp (class of 1975), and William Guilford (class of 1982.) The former teachers/administrators included: Ralph Roshong (principal at WHS from (1966-1979), Marc Robinson (Wauseon superintendent from 1999 to 2012), and David Burkholder (teacher and Wauseon Elementary principle from 1976-2012). Starting with the distinguished alumni, Barbara Owens received her Doctorate in Philosophy from New York University in 1977 with a major in computer applications to education. Owens has been an international leader in the field of computer science and a teacher in broadening the participation of woman in computing. She taught computer science at Brooklyn College City University of New York for seven years; Mercy College, Dobbs Ferry, New York for ten years; Edwards University, Austin, Texas for eleven years. Georgetown, Texas for twelve years, retiring with emeritus status. In addition to her teaching accomplishments, Barbara also has a long list of professional publications and presentations, including international presentations in India, China, New Zealand, and South Africa. Barbara and her husband, Phil, live in Georgetown, Texas, where she is currently active in various community activities. They have two daughters, Gwyneth and Susannah. Gwyneth and husband Rob live in Georgia with their two daughters. Susannah and husband Luis live in San Francisco. Roger Weber received his undergradate in 1970 graduating summa cum laude from Ohio State. He then received his Juris Doctorate degree from Harvard Law School in 1973. Throughout his career, Roger was a member and a leader in many organizations, including the Federal, American, Ohio, and Cincinnati Bar Associations, the Cincinnati Labor Relations Institute, Federalist Society for Law and Public Policy Studies, Ohio Management Lawyers Association, Supreme Court Historical Society, Harvard club of Cincinnati, and Presidents Club of the Ohio State University. Weber, who will be inducted posthumously, was married to his wife Mary Helen Weber, for 33 years. She is a lawyer in Cincinnati. They have a son, Roger Franklin Weber, who works for an architecture firm in Chicago. Gregory W. Henry received his Bachelor of Science degree from Ohio State in 1973 with a triple major in physics, math, and astronomy. He received his graduate degree from Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN in 1979. Greg has contributed much new knowledge to the field of astronomy. In 1999, he discovered the first transiting extra solar planet, providing final proof that other planetary systems really do exist outside of our solar system. Since then, he as collaborated on the discovery of over one hundred additional extra solar planets, including discovery of the first super-earth planet within the habitable zone of its stars. Throughout his career, Greg has done research for and published over 400 articles in various academic journals. Greg has been married to his wife Mary Ann for 33 years. They live in Nashville, Tennessee, and have three adult children Stephen (and wife Toni), Julie, and Daniel. Diane Conrad continued her post WHS days at Goshen College in pre-medical studies and onto Case Western for medical school. Diane had an interest in science at an early age. Diane mentioned Neil Weber in Chemistry and Jim Spieles in Physics and advanced classes, as her favorite teachers. Diane applied her love of sciences and her love of people as she became a Family Doctor. Diane also notes that growing up in rural Wauseon led her to desire to return to Northwest Ohio after Medical School. Diane has distinguished herself as a family doctor and is currently the Medical Director of the Midwest Community Health Associates, a multi-specialty clinic of fifty-plus providers located in Fulton and Williams County. Diane did marry, though her husband is now deceased. However, Diane still feels blessed by their shared life, their two children, and a grandson. Diane has her parents nearby as well. Again, Dianes
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Wauseon High School Speakers Heading To Kansas For National Speech Tournament
By: Mitchell Peebles THE VILLAGE REPORTER Four Wauseon High School students will be taking part in the 2014 National Speech and Debate Association (NSDA for short) national tournament taking place from June 15th through the 20th in Overland Park, Kansas. Sophomores Breanna Demaline and Clarissa Johnson, along with juniors Brenden Kost and Motoki Maxted will represent Wauseon in the national tournament. We are very honored and pleased to be taking these speakers to the NSDA national tournament this year, as it is no small accomplishment to qualify and all of these students deserve our congratulations. These are the words of Speech and Debate coach Dolores Muller. Demaline and Johnson will be competing in Duo Interpretation, Kost in International Extemp, and Maxted in Humourous Interpretation. While the speech team has had great success in the past, Muller said that this year is one of the most successful. While we have qualified students all but three years in the past 19, this is the largest number of students we have ever had qualify at one time Muller said. The competition at the national tournament is unlike any that we have faced all year in its diversity. That being said, our speakers are very talented and have had a very good year of competition. This year alone, Maxted has finished in the top two in humorous interpretation in the Western Ohio district of NSDA, which covers nearly the entire western half of the state of Ohio. He also finished tenth out of 52 competitors at the Ohio High School Speech League state finals this past March. Kost has also enjoyed great success this year. He placed at many tournaments during the regular season. He also made it to the final round at the state tournament in International Extmep, placing sixth overall in the state of Ohio. Demaline and Johnson have had their fair share of accomplishments this year, tying for first at state qualifiers and going to the state tournament where they placed 25 and just missed progressing past prelims by one place. The duo finished in the top two at NSDA national qualifiers, which gave them a ticket to the national tournament. They are competitive speakers and there is no telling how far that might take them, but their records definitely recommend their doing well, Coach Muller said. The speech team looks to continue their success in to the future. Of the 18 speakers we took to state qualifiers, 10 qualified for state. This placed us fourth in the district, just behind some significantly larger and very competitive teams stated Muller Of these, Kost and Maxted, as well as junior Cole Stiriz in Dramatic Interpretation (DI) progressed past prelims. Like Maxted, Stiriz went all the way to the semi-final round, finishing eighth overall in the state in DI. This is very good and bodes well for next year given that none of these speakers are seniors. Muller is in her 16th year of coaching the Wauseon Speech and Debate team. She says that her favorite part of coaching the team is watching the progression of her students. As for what I most enjoy about coaching speech, there are many things, but the top one is working with all of the dedicated and talented students who have graced our team. And while everyone loves a winner, I have also enjoyed working with those students who give it their all every week -- whether they make it to the winners circle or not. Speech is a very individual-oriented activity where there is the opportunity for each participant to come away from their time on the team as a better speaker and a more confident individual. As a coach it is very fulfilling to see those who participate overcome limitations and grow in ways that they might never have imagined possible. Although the competition will be stiff, Coach Muller has confidence in her students, and wanted to be sure to thank them for all their efforts. I am confident in them and look forward to their representing Western Ohio and more specifically Wauseon. Id like to say, Thank you, students, for taking us to nationals. We are very, very proud of you all!. Best of luck to the four competitors taking part in the tournament!
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The Office of the Fulton County Engineer has released their 201314 Snow and Ice Report to the Fulton County Commissioners. Due to the record amounts of snowfall in the 201314 winter, increases in nearly every category are apparent. The first day of snow and ice control efforts began on December 9th, 2013 and ended on April 15th, 2014. The winter season did not get off to an unusually early start but it was long and brutal as we all know. This was only the third time in the last 10 years that we had snow into the month of April, noted Fulton County Engineer, Frank T. Onweller, P.E., P.S. The Highway crews were called out for a total of 59 days during the winter season, 11 of those days in December and 25 days in January. There were 5,789 man-hours worked, including 3,102 of overtime. 78,842 lane miles were driven with a total cost of $647,786 (includes $62,535 to contractors to push back drifts). Fulton County maintains 726 lane miles of roadways. The total cost was a 191% increase over the previous year. Salt usage to treat snow and ice covered roads was also at an increase this winter. North American Salt was our supplier this season. We ended up purchasing slightly more than our contracted amount but we never had a time where we were out or close to running out of salt, states Onweller. The County used 2,470 tons of salt. The previous 10 winters we averaged using 1,000 tons of salt so this season was significantly higher, said Onweller. Prior to this winter, we mixed small #9 stone with our salt but this season we went away from the stone mix and just spread pure salt. We reduced the application rate of the material on the roads so a similar amount of salt was being put down as in previous years. Onweller noted that making this change eliminated the collection of the excess stone at the intersections and allowed them to remove the hard packed snow and ice from the roads faster. How does the County pay for this? Onweller said that the cost for the winter snow and ice control operations, like all other operational costs and expenditures in the County Engineers Office and Highway Department, are paid for from revenue generated from the collection of motor vehicle license registration fees and state fuel taxes. We saw significant increases in costs this year due to our harsh winter, but generally, this evens out over time. With the last of the winter weather behind us, the County Engineers Office is preparing for several notable projects throughout Fulton County this summer. They will be reconstructing Road 21 between State Route 2 and Road H in German Township. This includes regrading the roadside gutters and shoulders as well as widening, reconstructing, and resurfacing of the existing roadway from 18 feet to 20 feet. The estimated cost of this project is $1,000,000,000. Another notable project is the Bridge 5-2HJ.0 replacement located on Road 5-2 just north of Road HJ in Fulton Township. The estimated cost of construction for this project is $343,000.00. They will also be replacing Bridge 3B.1 located on Road 3 just north of Road B in Swancreek Township. The estimated cost of this construction is $300,000.00. For more information, please contact the Office of the Fulton County Engineer at 419-335-3816 or visit the website at www.fultoncountyoh.com/engineer. If you would like to be notified of bid postings, sign up for road construction notices, and/or other information from the Engineers office, visit the Notify Me tab located on the website.
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FOUR COUNTY CAREER CENTER ... The 6th Annual Numeracy Challenge was held recently at Northwest State Community College. Junior and senior teams who placed first and second will be attending the High Schools That Work Regional Competition at Owens Community College on the Findlay Campus on April 4. Thirty teams of four students from the career and technical education programs at the Career Center competed in mathematical calculations in a timed setting. 2014 first and second place winners from Williams county include (LEFT TO RIGHT) Andrea Zavaca, Computer Networking & Repair - 1st place juniors (Hilltop); Lucas Brown, Computer Networking & Repair - 1st place juniors (North Central); Bryan Garlock, Welding Fabrication - 2nd place juniors (Stryker); and Darian Elliott, Fire & Rescue - 2nd place seniors (Edgerton).
HELPFUL SIMULATION ... Shown during the triage simulation are (LEFT TO In an effort to make our roads safer, RIGHT) students Shane Tanner (Wauseon); Corissa Oberlin (Edon); and Amy Baker Fulton County Safe Communities is (Montpelier) assessing victim Jacob Hancock (Stryker). creating awareness throughout Fulton County to stop distracted driving Four County Career Center and high school students and mannequins with the Stay AliveDont Text And Northwest State Community College were victims and there were a range Drive campaign. Fulton County Safe recently partnered to offer a triage of injuries, including some who were Communities has pledged its support simulation for registered nursing and deceased. After the simulation, everyone to help spread the message that Paramedic students. This was the gathered to debrief. Instructors provided distracted drivers are not only a danger second triage simulation that took place feedback on the students performance, to themselves, but everyone else on the in the NSCC plastics lab. Students bringing the learning experience full road. Prom season is upon us, we want responded to the simulated explosion, circle. The simulation was designed to to make sure everyone arrives back to complete with smoke and sound effects, provide students with realistic training, school safely on Monday morning. We all know that talking on our where they assessed the condition of which will help prepare them for careers cell phones while driving is distracting, fourteen victims. in various health care and public service but that doesnt stop most people Career Center Fire & Rescue and fields. Law Enforcement & Security Tactics INFORMATION PROVIDED from continuing to do it, said Fulton County Sheriff, Roy Miller. This effort is intended to educate our community about the dangers of cell phone use and other distractions while driving. We hope that once people see the statistics and realize the danger involved, they will change their driving habits to help protect themselves, their families, and The Fulton Soil and Water also be pursuing a degree in agriculture, others on the road. Conservation District is pleased to natural resources, or a related field. In 2012, 3,328 people were killed in announce that they will be awarding one Applications can be picked up at the crashes involving a distracted driver $1000 college Scholarship to a Fulton Fulton SWCD office at 8770 State Route and an estimated additional 421,000 County graduating senior for the 2014- 108, Suite B, Wauseon, OH or obtained were injured in motor vehicle crashes 2015 academic year. online at swcd.fultoncountyoh.com. involving a distracted driver. That same The senior must be enrolled as a The application deadline is Friday, May year, eleven percent of fatal crashes full-time student at a two or four-year 30th, 2014. Please contact the Fulton were reported as distraction-affected accredited college, technical school, or SWCD for more information at 419-337- crashes. university for Fall of 2014. They must 9217. While anything that takes your eyes
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off the road, hands off the wheel, or mind off the task of driving is a hazard, there is heightened concern about the risks of texting while driving because it combines all three types of distraction visual, manual, and cognitive. The national distracted driving effort focuses on ways to change the behavior of drivers through legislation, enforcement, public awareness and education the same activities that have curbed drunk driving and increased seat belt use. Every driver in Fulton County has a role in this effort, said Sheriff Miller. However, we especially want to reach out to parents with teen drivers because we know that statistically, the under 20 age group had the highest proportion of distracted drivers involved in fatal crashes. Fulton County Safe Communities goal with this campaign is simple save lives by getting drivers to remember that the call or text CAN WAIT! Stay Alive Dont Text And Drive. For more information regarding Fulton County Safe Communities, contact Rachel Kinsman, Fulton County Health Department at 419-337-0915. For information on traffic related issues and programs, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration at www.nhtsa.gov
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Fuel-burning camping equipment, such as stoves, lanterns and outdoor cookers, should only be lit outdoors and at least 10 feet (3 meters) from tents, combustible materials and vehicles. Never light a stove or lantern inside a tent or vehicle. Before use, carefully inspect parts for leaks, blockages or damage. CLOSER ISNT ALWAYS BETTER Keep loose, flammable Many new campers make the mistake of choosing clothing away from open campsites that are in close proximity to bathrooms and flames. Carefully monitor clubhouses and other reminders of civilization. But these children and pets around areas tend to feature heavy foot and car traffic and can stoves and lanterns. make for a noisy experience. To avoid the lights, sounds, BOATS AND CABINS and bustle of too many people, stick with campsites farther off the beaten path. You may need to walk a little Ensure boats and cabfarther, but you will likely enjoy a more peaceful camping ins are equipped with propexperience. er emergency safety equipment, including first aid PLAN FOR THE WETNESS kits and fire extinguishers, Even if it doesnt rain, dew is an inevitable part of carbon monoxide detectors camping outdoors. Warm weather with high humidity can and fire alarms.
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FUN IN THE SUN ... A stay-cation can still include some family fun at the beach. their own communities and spend quality time together without the hustle and bustle of airports or interstates. Families who still find themselves hesitant to commit to a more traditional vacation can heed the following tips to ensure their stay-cation is a success. Go out to dinner. Part of the fun of a family vacation is getting to enjoy some nights out on the town. But even if youre not straying far from home this year, you can still enjoy the cuisine your community has to offer. Dine out a few nights during your time off, making sure to enjoy a few different restaurants instead of relying on one your family frequents throughout the year. Dining out on a weeknight will create the feel of a more traditional vacation, and you might just find a new restaurant you and your family love and can revisit in the years to come. Absorb the local culture. The daily grind has a way of making life hectic, and chances are you and your family dont get to enjoy your own communitys culture throughout the year. Take advantage of the time afforded you by your stay-cation to soak up all the culture and recreational activities your community has to offer. Visit nearby museums, take in a performance at your local theater or explore a nearby park, be it for a day of hiking or a more laid back picnic in the sun. This can help everyone reacquaint themselves with the reasons you chose to settle down in your community. Go camping. Just because youre having a stay cation doesnt mean you have to stay home. Spend a few nights away from home by taking the family on a camping trip. The fee to stay at a nearby campsite is negligible when compared to the cost of hotel rooms for an entire family, and you wont spend nearly as much on food because youll need to bring your own to the campsite. Camp during the week instead of on the weekends, and you might have more of the campground to yourself. Head for the beach. In its National Coastal Population Report examining population trends from 1970 to 2020, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration found that 39 percent of the United States population lived in counties directly on the shoreline. North of the United States, Canadians know they are surrounded by three oceans and have access to thousands of additional bodies of water, including the Hudson Bay, Bering Sea and Gulf of St. Lawrence. That means access to the water and the beach is readily available for Americans and Canadians who wish to spend part of their stay-cation with some sand between their toes and the sound of waves crashing on the shorelines in their ears. Make time to visit the beach on your stay-cation, and you might be able to recreate the feeling of a more traditional getaway. Stay-cations have become a staple for families looking to avoid expensive resort vacations. But still offer as much fun.
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Northwest State Community College recently recognized fifteen students during the induction ceremony for the Alpha Delta Chapter of the Alpha Delta Nu Nursing Honor Society. In order to
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of associate degree nursing students and encourage students to pursue advanced nursing degrees. The following students were inducted in Alpha Delta Nu: For Defiance County: Morgan Vogel (Defiance), Sherri Beilke (Defiance), Elizabeth Herbert (Defiance), LuAnn Mealer (Defiance) and Jennifer Smith (Sherwood). For Fulton County: Necole Lynch (Wauseon), McCalla Burkhard (Swanton) and Shane Tanner (Wauseon). For Henry County: Harpreet Grewal (Napoleon), Jennifer Johnson (Liberty Center), Haley Clemens (Holgate), Dana Brown (Holgate) and Robin Foster (Liberty Center. For Paulding County: Angela Wolford (Paulding). For Williams County: Corissa Oberlin (Edon).
FOUR COUNTY HOSA ... Thirty-three Four County Career Center Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) Chapter members qualified for state HOSA skill competition in Columbus that was held on April 10 & 11 by placing first or second in the regional contests. Contest winners from Williams county were (FRONT - LEFT TO RIGHT) Alyssa Nihart (Bryan) Extemporaneous Health Poster; Jessica Suboski (Hilltop) Medical Photography; Ashlie Dollarhide (Bryan) First Aid/CPR; Bre Franks (Hilltop) MRC Partnership; (BACK - LEFT TO RIGHT) Sarah Snavely (Bryan) Prepared Speech; Ashley Friedel (Montpelier) Job Seeking Skills; Kari Oberlin (Stryker) Researched Persuasive Speaking; and Destiny Denton (Hilltop) Career Health Display. HOSA members from all parts of Ohio will be in Columbus to compete for awards and the right to advance to national skill and leadership contests. HOSA Advisors are Donna Badenhop, Robin Hill, Karen Walker and Mike Nye.
Northwest State Community College Welcomes Author In Recognition Of Child Abuse Prevention Month
CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH ... In recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month Northwest State Community College welcomed Ed Stermisha, author of Pot Pie Ashtrays, Breaking the Cycle of Child Abuse. The event was sponsored by the Students for Community Outreach and Awareness. Pictured Left to Right: Jared Nofziger, Sylvia Reynolds-Blakely, Ed Stermisha, Andy Kozal, Kylie Jackson, Moses INFORMATION PROVIDED Andonegui.
Shooter Safety & Top Shot Competition Coming To Fayettes Camp Palmer
The Hoppin & Trottin 4-H Club will be hosting their third annual New Shooter Safety Course & Top Shot Competition at 4-H Camp Palmer on the 17th of May, 2014. The event is open to all youth 18 and under. The New Shooter Safety Course includes basic gun safety and instruction in pistol, rifle, shotgun and archery. The New Shooter Safety Course is intended for youth with little to no shooting experience. The New Shooter Safety Course is free to all new shooters (limit of 40 youth) and will begin at 9:00 am. The Top Shot Competition will begin at 11:30 am and includes up to five events in 3-D archery, archery, air rifle, rifle, and shotgun. The cost is $20 per youth 18 and under. The competition will have both junior (up to 12) and senior (13 - 18) levels and the top three in each discipline and division will be awarded as well as the Top Shot over all (excluding 3-D archery) in both junior and senior levels. All equipment and ammunition will be provided. You may bring your own equipment for 3-D archery only. No youth should bring other equipment or ammunition. Required forms per youth: Top Shot Registration From, 4-H Emergency Authorization Form, 4-H Shooting Sports Permission Form, 4-H Handgun Consent. Forms and information found online at http://www.hoppinandtrottin.com/index. php/shootingsports/top-shot. Registration for both events is required and the deadline is May 10th ($25 after deadline). Mail forms and checks (payable to Hoppin & Trottin 4-H Club) to Hoppin & Trottin 4-H Club - 4711 County Rd. 1-2, Swanton Ohio 43558. Questions & Contact information: Phone 419-699-4166, E-Mail kim@hoppinandtrottin.com, www. hoppinandtrottin.com.
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NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNERS OF VILLAGE OF PIONEER RESOLUTION 04-2014 To: Pioneer Home Owners Association P.O. Box 275, Pioneer, Ohio 43554 You are hereby notified that on the 14th day of April, 2014, the Council of the Village of Pioneer, Ohio, passed a Resolution declaring the necessity for and intent to appropriate for purposes of acquisition of right-of-way for the creation, maintenance and improvement of public streets from Briarwood Lane to Lake Shore Drive within the Village of Pioneer, Ohio, the fee simple interest in the described premises as they appear in said resolution which states in relevant portion as follows: RESOLUTION NO. 04-2014 A RESOLUTION DECLARING INTENT TO APPROPRIATE PROPERTY FOR THE ACQUISITION OF RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR THE CREATION, MAINTENANCE AND IMPROVEMENT OF PUBLIC STREETS WITHIN THE VILLAGE OF PIONEER, OHIO AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. WHEREAS, the Village of Pioneer, Ohio in accordance with Ohio Revised Code Chapters 719 and 163 has the power to appropriate real property for certain public purposes, including the acquisition of right-of-way for the creation, maintenance and improvement of public streets; and WHEREAS, there is a need for acquisition of right-of-way for the creation, maintenance and improvement of public streets from Briarwood Lane to Lake Shore Drive within the Village of Pioneer, Ohio; and WHEREAS, in accordance with Ohio Revised Code Section 719.01(A) the Village of Pioneer, Ohio desires to open, widen, straighten, change the grade of, and/or extend streets from Briarwood Lane to Lake Shore Drive within the Village of Pioneer, Ohio, because the same is necessary for the peace, health, safety and welfare of the Village inhabitants; and WHEREAS, the Village of Pioneer, Ohio deems it necessary to appropriate a fee simple interest in four (4) parcels of property located in the Village of Pioneer, Ohio (identified below as Parcels 1-WD, 2-WD, 3-WD and 8-WD) for the opening, widening, straightening, changing the grade of, and/or extending streets from Briarwood Lane to Lake Shore Drive within the Village of Pioneer, Ohio; and WHEREAS, Ohio Revised Code Section 719.04 prescribes that the legislative authority of a municipal corporation, whenever it is deemed necessary to appropriate property, must pass a resolution declaring such intent, defining the purpose of the appropriation, and setting forth the pertinent description of the land and the estate of interest therein described to be appropriated. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Village of Pioneer, Ohio, at least two thirds of the members concurring, as follows: SECTION 1: That it be deemed necessary and it is hereby declared to be the intention of this Council to appropriate, pursuant to Ohio Revised Code 163.01 to 163.22, a fee simple interest in four (4) parcels of property located in the Village of Pioneer, Ohio for the purpose of opening, widening, straightening, changing the grade of, and/or extending streets from Briarwood Lane to Lake Shore Drive within the Village of Pioneer, Ohio; the parcels are owned by and more specifically described as follows: PARCEL 2-WD: Record title owner, Pioneer Home Owners Association; A parcel of land being known as parts of Outlots 71 and 78, being situated in the Northwest Quarter, Section 21, Township 9 South, Range 2 West, Madison Township, Village of Pioneer, Williams County, Ohio, being more specifically described as follows: Commencing at the Southeast Corner of the Northwest Quarter of said section 21, said point being an angle iron corner post found this survey; Thence North 88 45 25 West along the south line of the northwest quarter of said section 21 a distance of 374.27 feet to a 5/8 inch rebar (capped Bell 6717) placed this survey and THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING of the parcel herein described; Thence, continuing North 88 45 25 West along the south line of the northwest quarter of said section 21 a distance of 124.92 feet to a 5/8 inch rebar (capped Bell 6717) placed this survey; Thence North 00 58 04 East a distance of 11.20 feet to a 5/8 inch rebar (capped Bell 6717) placed this survey; Thence South 89 18 41 East a distance of 50.00 feet to a point established this survey; Thence North 00 58 04 East a distance of 20.00 feet to a point established this survey; Thence North 89 18 41 West a distance of 14.95 feet to a point established this survey; Thence along a curve to the right a chord bearing of North 44 10 18 West a chord distance of 14.18 feet (radius 10.00 feet, central angle 90 02 50, arc length 15.75 feet) to a 5/8 inch rebar (capped Bell 6717) placed this survey; Thence North 00 58 04 East a distance of 8.51 feet to a 5/8 inch rebar (capped Bell 6717) placed this survey; Thence South 88 45 25 East a distance of 147.63 feet to a steel pin found this survey; Thence South 44 45 22 West a distance of 68.94 feet to THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING of the parcel herein described, containing 0.136 acres of land, more or less subject to easements of record. SECTION 2: This Resolution is declared to be an emergency measure necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, safety, and welfare and for the further reason that negotiations with the respective property owners have not been fruitful and the City must secure the property needed for the road improvements as soon as possible or risk the loss of potential funding for the road project; therefore, this Resolution shall be in full force and effect immediately upon its adoption by Council. The complete text of the above legislation can be obtained or viewed at the office of the Village Fiscal Officer, at 409 South State Street, Pioneer, Ohio 43554
LEGAL - On April 14, 2014, the Council of the Village of Pioneer, Ohio passed the following legislation: Resolution No. 04-2014: A RESOLUTION DECLARING INTENT TO APPROPRIATE PROPERTY FOR THE ACQUISITION OF RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR THE CREATION, MAINTENANCE AND IMPROVEMENT OF PUBLIC STREETS WITHIN THE VILLAGE OF PIONEER, OHIO AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The purpose of this Resolution is to declare the necessity for and intention of the Village of Pioneer, Ohio to appropriate a fee simple interest in four (4) parcels of property located in the Village of Pioneer, Ohio for the opening, widening, straightening, changing the grade of, and/or extending streets from Briarwood Lane to Lake Shore Drive within the Village of Pioneer, Ohio. All provisions of this Resolution go into full force and effect immediately. The complete text of the above legislation can be obtained or viewed at the office of the Village Fiscal Officer, at 409 South State Street, Pioneer, Ohio 43554. This summary was prepared or reviewed and approved by Thomas A. Thompson, Village Solicitor for the Village of Pioneer, Ohio.
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