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By: T.J. Hug
THE VILLAGE REPORTER
At rst glance, coyotes seem to be agrowing problem in this part of the coun-
try.Indeed, just last month, a privately
owned mounted police horse was killed inSoutheastern Michigan, with the culpritwidely believed to be an unusually large
pack of coyotes, though the MichiganDepartment of Natural Resources (DNR)
disagrees. In the western portions of theUnited States, rabid coyotes have even
been known to attack humans from timeto time.
But how big a threat are they in North-west Ohio?
“Coyotes cause very little damage.”DNR Ofcer Tom Kochert proclaimed.
“They're not that much of an issue, really.”Kochert has been on the job for twenty-
ve years, and has served in the WilliamsCounty area specically since 1993. Ac-
cording to him, coyotes have been wan-dering about this county since the mid-90's.
Neighboring Fulton County has its fairshare of coyotes as well. However, as Ko-
chert reports, an abundance of huntersand trappers keep the animal's popula-
tion down, with three groups capturingor killing between 100 and 150 coyotes a
year. Those hunting and trapping coyotes
in Williams County don't have nearly asmuch success, though, killing or trap-
ping only dozens per year. Unlike Fulton,which is mostly comprised of at land,
Williams has a much more rugged andheavily wooded landscape.
“It's signicantly harder to do so in Wil-liams County.” Kochert said of hunting
the canines. “Coyotes can run in circlesall day long.”
With coyotes roaming these lands for
so many years, one would imagine thatthey've created a good many problems
throughout that time. And yes, thereare several cases in which people report
coyotes have attacked their livestock. Of
course, sometimes people are wrong with
their assessment that coy-
otes are to blame for the
loss of their animals.
In fact, during his twen-
ty-three years working in
Williams County, Kochert
can recall only a single timein which they've been right.
On a property in which
Kochert himself had per-
mission to trap, and had
been doing so for some
time, a coyote attacked a
sheep. When attacking
livestock, it is never a pack
mentality that drives a coy-
ote. Therefore, the guilty
animal was removed, and
things returned to normal.
“Once the coyote was
captured, there were no
more problems.”
And it's not as though the rest of the
coyotes simply vacated the area, either.
Nor have the farmers radically altered
their method of keeping predators sepa-
rated from their sheep. Coyotes still roam
the area, and the pastures are still open.
Yet there hasn't been another attack.
Typically, when people cast blame on
coyotes, feral dogs are the real problem.
Aside from the single case of the coyote
killing a sheep, there have been at least
four separate incidents in which dogs
have dispatched of the livestock animal.
Sheep have been found chewed up or
drowned by dogs. And these dogs usually
aren't wild.
“Every single time, it's somebody's
dog.” Kochert said. “This was somebody's
pet.”
A major reason people attribute the
loss of their animals to coyotes is that
they hear the howls of a coyote piercingthe night skies during the Spring and
Summer months each year. That should
not be cause for alarm, though.
“If you really listen to it, you'll hear a
deeper yelp.” Kochert pointed out.
That deeper yelp is the “vixen,” or
mother coyote calling her pups back to
the den. Coyote mothers raise their pups
alone, teaching them how to hunt from
March to October, before the young coy-
otes are left to fend for themselves. The
pups practice hunting within a close prox-
imity from their home and are called back
by the mother after a while.
When it comes to hunting itself, coy-
otes are opportunists. They won't ran-
domly or wildly attack anything in order
to satiate their hunger. Instead, coyotescarefully measure their prey, prioritiz-
ing weak and wounded animals in open
space. In general, a coyote isn't going to
put the effort into bypassing man-made
defenses in order to obtain a meal.
Oftentimes, coyotes are accused of kill-
ing a person's chickens. However, in most
cases, getting to those chickens is simply
not worth its time, accord-
ing to Kochert.
“He's not going to work
that hard to kill that chick-
en.”
There are other animals
that will, however. Take
the raccoon, for example.
“He's a very procient
chicken killer. Kochert ex-
plained. “And, oh, does helove chicken.”
Minks, possums, and...
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By: Timothy Kays
THE VILLAGE REPORTER
"It was a relatively quiet January,
with periods of cold and snowy weather,
but no strong storm systems like last
year," said the January ClimatologyReport from the National Weather
Service Forecast Ofce in North Webster,
Indiana (KIWX). The average monthly
temperature was below normal, but
precipitation was near normal, and
snowfall for the month was slightly
above normal. The real reworks did not
show up until the night of January 31
and February 1.
The KIWX report continued,
"January, 2015 began with near normal
temperatures, but an Arctic front moved
into the area around the fourth". This
sent temperatures plummeting, with
nine out of the next ten days experiencing
well below normal temperatures. Six
of these days had low temperatures at
zero or colder. Measurable precipitation
occurred on eight days between January3 and 12, and measurable snowfall was
recorded on nine out of eleven days
between January 4 and 14. The greatest
daily snowfall of the month fell on the
sixth, with 2.5 inches being measured
at the KFWA Observation Station in Fort
Wayne. "The second half of January
was actually warmer than normal,"
the KIWX report added, "…with each
day from the 16th to the 25th having
average temperatures above the norm.
Precipitation and snowfall was below
normal during this stretch until the
25th.
The average monthly temperature
was 21.6 degrees, which was 3.3
degrees below normal. This ranked as
the 31st coldest January on record. The
warmest temperature was 42 on the
17th and the coldest was 8 below zero
on the eighth, which was in the midst
of the aforementioned six days with low
temperatures of zero or colder.
Precipitation totals came out to 2.23
inches, which was 0.03 inches below
normal. This ranked as the 47th wettest
January on record. Snowfall for the
month was 12.7 inches...2.6 inches
above normal. This ranked as the 21st
snowiest January on record, but nothing
even remotely close to the numbers oflast year.
On that subject, a record total of 19.2
inches of snow fell in February of 2014.
When the readings were taken on the
morning of February 2, 2015, for what
had fallen the previous day, Wauseon
had 14 inches, and Angola 11.7 inches.
Western Williams County got anywhere
from 7 to 9 inches, while to the east and
Fulton County, their totals ranged from
10 inches to a foot or more. The Climate
Prediction Center is calling for normal
temperatures and precipitation levels
for the month of February. Those gures
come down to 28.3 degrees normal
mean average temperature, 2.4 inches
of precipitation, and 7.7 inches of snow.
Well…after the rst day of the
month, we already know that the snowestimation is off. We've got the rest of
February to see how the other two
prognostications hold up.
Timothy Kays can be reached at
January 2015 Follows The Trend OfJanuary 2014, But Much Less Severe
PHOTO BY TIMOTHY KAYS, STAFF
LAMENTATION IN OLIVE AND RED ...
This female cardinal found a sturdy
bough upon which to weather the heavy
snowfall of February 1.
By: T.J. Hug
THE VILLAGE REPORTER
February 2 will go down as a sad day
for the citizens of Montpelier.
On the heels of discovering their
branch of the retail chain Shopko
would be closing its doors in the coming
months, they will have to do without
another business that has been a
hallmark of their town. Certied Oil has
ceased operations in Montpelier, halting
all activity at the facility on that fateful
Monday afternoon.
A lack of business has been cited as
the reason for the closure. All inquiriesinto this development have been directed
toward the Certied corporate ofce. As
of the printing of this article, attempts
to reach that ofce have been fruitless.
T.J. Hug can be reached at
Montpelier’s Certifed OilNo Longer In Business
PHOTO PROVIDED
OUT FOR A HUNT ... Even though coyotes are not natu-rally a major threat toward livestock or domesticated ani-
mals, hunting and trapping them routinely is important. These coyotes were shot just outside of Montpelier.
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A r e a O b i t u a r i e s
Wanda G. Mullins, 76,of Montpelier, formerlyof Deance passedaway Friday afternoonat her daughter’s home
in Montpelier. She wasborn on April 12, 1938 inHazard, Kentucky to JohnD. And Madlyn (Fields)Elliot.
Wanda retired in 2002after 32 years at HigbieI.T.T. in Archbold as amachine operator.
She is survived by twodaughters, Terri L. Hartz and Deborah K. Mullins, bothof Montpelier; seven grandchildren, Raesha Hartz, TraciHartz, Tonia Snyder, Caleb Snyder, Kari Hartz, CoryHartz and Dustin Shelton; four great grandchildren;and one niece Vicki Bryant of Greeneld, Indiana.
Wanda was preceded in death by her parents andtwo brothers, John and Lee Allen Elliott.
Donations may be made to the Williams County
Cancer Assistance. Online condolences can be left forthe family at www.thethompsonfuneralhome.com
Mildred Irene Durbin,age 90, of Archbold,passed away Monday,February 2, 2015 atDeance Area Inpatient
Hospice.Born June 22, 1924,
to James H. and Emily Jane (Larimer) Hockman,Mildred was raised ona Logan County farmwith siblings Charles,Margaret, Orla and Lola,all of whom she survived.
Twice married andwidowed—Albert L.
Taylor (1955 to 1967) and Robert J. Durbin (1974 to2002)—Mildred was always the beloved and respectedmatriarch of her appreciative step-family—children Jennifer and Stephen Durbin, John and Terry Taylor,Eric and Diane Durbin, Michael and Mary Ann Durbin,and Sister Maria Engracia (Deborah Uhl née Durbin),19 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.
Living through the Great Depression and WWII,careers in the public and private workplace, losing herrst husband too early, caring for her second husbandin his decline, plus her own native sharpness andcommon sense, resulted in a woman whose strengthof character and wry humor was admired by all herknew her well.
Even during her last illness, she relentlesslydeected questions about herself in favor of collectingand sharing the doings of Stefanie, Maddie, or Sashaand the rest of the family she loved.
Mildred’s only weakness was a fondness for OhioState football, for which she compensated by herservice to the District and local United MethodistChurch, Gideons International Auxiliary, FairlawnAuxiliary, Senior Center Advisory Board, and Board ofElections as a poll worker.
The family requests that memorial contributionsbe given to the Archbold United Methodist Church
Foundation. Online condolences may be offered to thefamily at www.grisierfh.com. Arrangements have beenentrusted to the Grisier Funeral Home in Archbold.
Martha F. Hurd, age 93,of Blakeslee, Ohio, diedat 3:35 P.M. on Tuesday,February 3, 2015, at ParkView Nursing Center inEdgerton, Ohio, where shewas a resident. A lifelongresident of the Edon area,she was a homemaker anda member of St. JosephCatholic Church and therosary altar society. Shealso was a former memberof the Edon-NorthwestSchool board, fullling
her husbands term uponhis death.
Martha F. Hurd was born on April 10, 1921, nearEdon, Ohio, the daughter of John and Catherine (Thiel)Muehlfeld. She married John H. Hurd on November10, 1945, in Blakeslee and he preceded her in deathon January 26, 1973.
Survivors include three sons, Tom (Vicki) Hurd, ofMoraine, Ohio, Ray (Monica) Hurd, of Edon, and Rick(Mitzi) Hurd, of Kingsport, Tennessee; six daughters,Cathy (Fred) Kimpel, of Edgerton, Jane Mancillas, ofMaumee, Ohio, Beth (Mark) Brown, of Union, Michigan,Peg (Dave) Sanders, of Kendallville, Indiana, Jackie(Scott) Shefeld, of LaGrange, Kentucky, and Laura(Dave) Marty, of Clyde, Ohio; twenty grandchildren;thirty-seven great-grandchildren; three step great-grandchildren; and her twin sister, Agnes Hauter,of Findlay, Ohio. She was also preceded in death by
two brothers, Francis and Herbert Muehlfeld; onesister, Pauline Trausch; three infant sisters and threegrandchildren.
Memorials are requested to St. Joseph CatholicChurch or to Heartland Hospice.
To sign the online register or to send condolences,please visit www.krillfuneralservice.com
Wanda G. Mullins (1938 - 2015) Mildred I. Durbin (1924 - 2014)
Martha F. Hurd (1921 - 2015)George A. Halliday Jr.,
age 80, of Delta, passedaway peacefully at SwantonHealth Care Thursdaymorning, February 5, 2015.He was born in Toledo on June 27, 1934 to the lateGeorge A. Halliday Sr. andBernice (Niles) Halliday.George attended LibbeyHigh School. His motherBernice passed away whenhe was young and waslater raised with love byhis stepmother, Wilma.He served in the U.S Army
during the Korean Warfrom 1953–1959.
George worked forMarkey Bronze (Bunting
Bearings) as a molder for over 17 years, retiring in 1996.He was a member of the Delta Eagles, Delta AmericanLegion, Paulding VFW and a life member of the AMVETSof Napoleon. In 1978 he met Rose Coon and they werecompanions until her passing in 2011.
In addition to his parents, George was preceded indeath by his daughter, Gail Halliday and twin infantbrothers. Left to cherish his memories are his children,Linda (George) Timmons, Pamela Halliday, Janet (Kevin)Werner, Vicki (William) Caneld, Mary (Robert) Nelson,Mark Halliday, and Kelly Thomas; stepchildren, KarenMcConnell, David Coon, Sharon Coon, Mike (Sarah)Coon, Randy Coon and Joe (Peggie) Coon; sisters,Deanna Thomas, Claudia Halliday, Brenda (Gerald) Wise,Rebecca Yingling; former wife, Loretta Cogan Halliday;
along with many grandchildren, great grandchildren,nieces and nephews.
In lieu of owers, contributions may be made to theFulton County Honor Guard, P.O Box 205, Wauseon,Ohio 43567 in his memory. Online condolences maybe sent to the family through our website at www.barnesfuneralchapel.com
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George A. Halliday (1934 - 2015)
Penny A. Lichtenwald,age 55, of Wauseon,surrounded by her family,passed away at herhome Saturday morningFebruary 7, 2015. Shewas born in Wauseon on June 23, 1959 to the lateWilliam G. Lichtenwald,preceding her in death in2009 and Marie Giaimo,who survives.
Penny graduated from
Delta High School in 1977and attended college
before working for Winzeler Stamping in Montpelier;where she served over 33 years. She enjoyed takingsite seeing trips and caring for projects around thehouse, but most of all she loved spending time withher children, grandchildren and family.
Penny is survived by her mother, Marie (Maurice)Maddock of Wauseon; daughter, Anna Brown ofWauseon; son, Jerry “Nick” (Kristin) Brown of Lyons;brothers, William (Janice) Lichtenwald of Delta andMike (Barbara) Lichtenwald of Delta; sister, Debra(Jim) Buettner of Toledo; and grandchildren, Shaelynn,Brynn and Carter.
In lieu of owers, those wishing a show of sympathyare asked to consider contributions to the family.Online condolences may be sent to the family throughour website at www.barnesfuneralchapel.com.
Penny A. Lichtenwald (1959 - 2015)
Mose S. Mohre, age 88,of Blakslee, Ohio, died at11:47 P.M. on Friday, Feb-ruary 6, 2015, in his homeafter an extended illness.A 1941 graduate of EdonHigh School, he served inthe United States Army dur-ing World War II. Followinghis service in the Army, hereturned home to operateSam’s Place in Blakeslee,which he operated and hada daily presence in from1945 to present.
Mose was a tireless civilservant, who served on theOhio State Patrol Auxiliary,
beginning in 1958, was a member of the Williams CountySheriff’s Department Special Deputies from 1967 to pres-ent, served as the head of Williams County Civil Defensefrom 1971-2007, and was a member of the Blakeslee FireDepartment from 1945. His memberships included St. Jo-seph Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus Council#3883, Buckeye State Sheriff Association, National Sher-iff Association, Bryan Eagles, Aerie #2233, AARP, the 911Board of Williams County, Edon American Legion Post#662, American Meteorological Society, The Ohio Emer-gency Management Agency, and Crisis Response Team,and he served as a director with Williams County Hos-pitals. He also held Life Memberships in Bryan AMVETSPost #54, the Police Marksman Association, Fraternal Or-der of Police and the NRA.
Mose Sam Mohre was born on August 6, 1926, in
Blakeslee, the son of Samuel George and Ann Esther (Fer-rah) Mohre. He married Dorothy Ann Ruhlman on Febru-ary 7, 1953, in Blakeslee and she survives.
Survivors also include his children, Sam (Cherrie)Mohre, of Blakeslee, Bobby Mohre, of Bryan, Ohio, MarySue (Kim) Miller, of Coldwater, Michigan, Julie Ann (Gene)Osborn, of Denver, Colorado, Gary (Bufe) Mohre, of Edg-erton, Ohio, and Randy (Abby) Mohre, of Edon, Ohio; four-teen grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; two sis-ters. Louise Phillips, of Bryan, and Vera (Jim) Bippus, of
Three Rivers, Michigan; and one brother, Joseph (Sandra)Mohre, of Columbus, Ohio. He was preceded in death byhis parents, one brother, Charles Mohre, two sisters, Ju-lie Nusbaum and Anna Marie Bonahoom, an infant sister,Della Joann Mohre, and one grandson, Tyler Mohre.
Memorials are requested to the Williams County Sher-iff’s Ofce, Share Foundation of Community Hospitals andWellness Centers, or Community Health Professionals. Tosign the online register or to send condolences, please visitwww.krillfuneralservice.com
Mose S. Mohre (1926 - 2015)
V E T E R A N
Cookie
Cookie is a young adultfemale. She is verysweet and a little bit shyaround other cats. Shedoes not hiss or growl atthe other kitties, but shedoes like her own space.
This sweet girl deservesa home of her own.
Williams County Humane Society
Scout
Scout is a neutered labmix. He has behavioralissues, but has beenworking with a trainer.He would do best ina home without smallchildren, as he is easilyspooked. He is a goodboy for the staff and willmake a wonderful com-panion for the right per-son.
For more information, call or visit the Williams CountyHumane Society at 09464 County Road 13, Bryan, Ohio43506, (419) 636-2200. The cost of adoption also includesthe pet’s spay or neuter, disease testing, updating of shots,
ea and parasite treatments.
Brutus
Brutus is a happy boywho loves attention. Heis thought to be somekind of Boston Terriermix or Boxer mix. He hastoo much energy for theshelter and would loveto have a family to playwith. His adoption fee is$160 with approved ap-plication.
FINDLAY, OH -- Students at The University ofFindlay were awarded endowed scholarships for the2014-2015 academic year.
The following students include:Molliey Gill of Montpelier, received the Eugene M.
and Marjorie L. White Scholarship.Connor Sullivan of Stryker, received the Emerson
and Laura Pelton Scholarship.Nathan Wheeler of Pioneer, received the
Environmental, Safety and Occupational HealthScholarship.
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EDON POLICE
No reports received at time of press.
FAYETTE POLICE
No reports received at time of press.
MONTPELIER POLICE
On 1/30/2015 Michael W. AdamsR516 CR 16 Napoleon, OH age 62 wascharged with 12 counts of Gambling, 6counts of operating a gambling house, 6counts of public gaming.
On 2/3/2015 at 7:30 am we arrestedSeth Plotner 302 E. Lawrence St. Mont-pelier age 23 on a probation violationout of Henry Co. on an original chargeof possession of cocaine. He was takento CCNO.
On 2/5/2015 at 9:33 pm we arrestedBrand L. Barton 105 W. Washington St.Montpelier age 23 for driving under sus-pension and failure to control. He wasreleased.
PIONEER POLICE
No reports received at time of press.
STRYKER POLICE
(Jan 22) Trafc Warning - Speed(Jan 22) Trafc Warning - Stop Sign(Jan 22) Medic Assist
(Jan 23) Trespassing(Jan 23) Agency Assist(Jan 23) Trafc Warning - Speed(Jan 23) Telephone Harassment(Jan 24) K-9 Use(Jan 24) Driving Under Suspension(Jan 25) Medic Assist(Jan 25) Dog At Large(Jan 25) Agency Assist(Jan 26) Trafc Warning - Stop Sign(Jan 26) Trafc Warning - Speed(Jan 27) Trafc Warning - Stop Sign(Jan 27) Trafc Citation - Speed(Jan 27) Loud Music(Jan 28) Medic Assist(Jan 28) Driving Under Suspension(Jan 29) Trafc Citation - Stop Sign(Jan 29) Trafc Warning - Stop Sign(Jan 29) Trafc Citation - Stop Sign(Jan 29) Trafc Warning - Stop Sign(Jan 29) Agency Assist(Jan 30) Medic Assist(Jan 31) Medic Assist(Jan 31) Agency Assist(Jan 31) Accident - Private Property(Jan 31) Trafc Warning - HeadlightsRequired(Jan 31) Trafc Citation - Stop Sign(Feb 3) Trafc Warning - HeadlightsRequired(Feb 3) Civil Complaint(Feb 3) Open Door - Commercial(Feb 4) Medic Assist(Feb 4) Citizen Assist(Feb 5) Citizen Assist(Feb 5) Trafc Warning - Speed
WEST UNITY POLICE
(Jan 26) Medical Emergency
(Jan 26) Property Crash(Jan 26) Citizen Assist(Jan 27) Agency Assist(Jan 27) Theft(Jan 27) Unruly Child(Jan 28) Suspicious Car(Jan 28) Property Crash(Jan 28) Disorderly Conduct(Jan 29) Private Property Crash(Jan 29) Agency Assist(Jan 29) Telephone Harassment(Jan 29) Violation of Protection Order(Jan 30) Funeral Escort(Jan 30) Telephone Harassment(Jan 31) Medical Emergency(Jan 31) Unsecure Premises(Jan 31) Domestic Violence(Feb 1) Private Property Crash(Feb 1) Citizen Assist(Feb 1) Equipment (Warning)(Feb 2) Medical Emergency
WAUSEON POLICE
(Jan 29) 310 E Walnut St, Violation ofNo Contact Order
(Jan 29) 800-B N Shoop Ave, DisabledVehicle(Jan 29) 703 Wauseon Senior Village,Domestic Trouble(Jan 29) 840 W Elm St Unit 704, Tres-passing(Jan 29) 840 W Elm St Unit 601, Juve-nile(Jan 29) 412 E Chestnut St, Unruly
Juvenile(Jan 29) 500-B N Shoop Ave, Accident(Property Damage)(Jan 29) 716 Lawrence Ave Unit 2, Nar-cotics/Overdose(Jan 29) 214 Madison St, 911 Hang UpContact In Person(Jan 30) 840 W Elm St Unit 705, Lar-ceny(Jan 30) 135 E Linfoot St, InvestigateComplaint(Jan 30) 230 Clinton St, InvestigateComplaint(Jan 30) 227 S Brunell St, Identity Theft(Jan 30) 840 Parkview, 911 Hang UpContact In Person(Jan 30) 405 E Oak St, SuspiciousActivity
(Jan 30) 1130 Barney Oldeld Dr, Do-mestic Trouble(Jan 30) 783 Fairway LN Unit C, Unruly
Juvenile(Jan 30) 1170 N Shoop Ave Unit 58,Loud Noise(Jan 31) 840 W Elm St Unit 501, LoudNoise(Jan 31) 1462 N Shoop Ave, Alarm Drop(Jan 31) 485 E Airport Hwy, Accident(Property Damage)(Jan 31) 225 E Linfoot St, Alarm Drop(Jan 31) 1250 N Shoop Ave, Alarm Drop(Jan 31) 418 Birch St, Civil Matter(Jan 31) 940 E Leggett St, Alarm Drop(Jan 31) 715 N Harvest LN, InvestigateComplaint(Jan 31) 940 E Leggett St, Alarm Drop(Feb 1) 940 E Oak St, Alarm Drop
(Feb 1) 940 E Oak St, Alarm Drop(Feb 1) Glenwood, Disabled Vehicle(Feb 1) 126 Birch St, Investigate Com-plaint(Feb 1) 200-B E Oak St, Disabled Ve-hicle(Feb 1) 200-B N Fulton St, Non-InjuryAccident(Feb 1) Lawrence Ave @ W Elm St, Dis-abled Vehicle(Feb 1) 331 N Shoop Ave, 911 Hang UpContact In Person(Feb 1) 720 N Shoop Ave, DisabledVehicle(Feb 2) 401-1/2 Elm St, AttemptedSuicide(Feb 2) 1285 N Shoop Ave Unit 37, Sui-cidal Threats(Feb 2)221 E Walnut St, Blowing Snowon Roadway (Verbal Warning)
(Feb 2) 725 S Shoop Ave, InvestigateComplaint(Feb 2) 453 E Elm St, Snow on Roadway(Verbal Warning)(Feb 2) N Shoop Ave @ E Elm St, Acci-dent (Property Damage)(Feb 2) 980 Fairway LN, Accident (Prop-erty Damage)(Feb 2) 1009 Cherokee Dr, Animal Call(Feb 2) 418 Birch St, Larceny(Feb 2) 725 S Shoop Ave, Person Tryingto Escape(Feb 2) 706 Wauseon Senior Village,Welfare Check(Feb 2) 840 W Elm St Unit 1300, Inves-tigate Complaint(Feb 2) 940 E Leggett St, Alarm Drop(Feb 2) 1495 N Shoop Ave, Alarm Drop(Feb 3) 418 Birch St, Run Away or Un-
ruly(Feb 3) 485 E Airport Hwy, Lost/Found/Recovered(Feb 3) 615 Ottokee St, InvestigateComplaint(Feb 3) 850 E Linfoot St, Sidewalks NotShoveled(Feb 3) 230 Clinton St, Telephone Ha-rassment(Feb 3) 485 E Airport Hwy, 911 HangUp Contact In Person(Feb 3) 245 W Elm St, Multiple 911Hang Ups(Feb 3) 625 N Shoop Ave, 911 Hang Up(Feb 4) 555 W Linfoot St, Disabled Ve-hicle(Feb 4) 455 E Airport Hwy, Alarm Drop(Feb 4) 716 Lawrence Ave Unit 2, Do-mestic Trouble(Feb 4) 1400-B N Ottokee St, Investigate
Complaint(Feb 4) Monroe St @ W Elm ST, AnimalCall(Feb 4) W Linfoot St, # Kreiger St, Hit-Skip
(Feb 4) 485 E Airport Hwy, Larceny(Feb 4) 1200-B N Shoop Ave, Accident(Property Damage)(Feb 4) 625 N Shoop Ave, 911 Hang UpContact In Person(Feb 4) 1133 N Ottokee St, Juveniles(Feb 5) 1497 N Shoop Ave, Change Tireon Vehicle(Feb 5) 604 Ottokee St, Disabled Vehicle(Feb 5) 465 E Airport Hwy, InvestigateComplaint
WILLIAMS COUNTY CRIMINAL
Rodney Tingle, Montpelier, OH, Theft – Jail: 30 days suspended. Waive Amount:$733.75. Fine: $250. Costs: $337.Criminal Trespassing – Jail: 30 dayssuspended. Waive Amount: $368.75.Fine: $250. Costs: $45. Justin D. Bauer, West Unity, OH, En-
dangering Children – Jail: 90 days sus-pended. Fine: $300. Costs: $95. James Dykhuis, Stryker, OH, Passing
Bad Check – Jail: 180 days suspended.Fine: $1000 suspended. Costs: $84.Passing Bad Check – Jail: 180 dayssuspended. Fine: $1000, with $800
suspended. Costs: $204. Passing BadCheck – Jail: 30 days suspended. WaiveAmount: $380.63. Fine: $100. Costs:$155. Tishia M. Cook, Montpelier, OH, Do-
mestic Violence – Jail: 180 days sus-pended. Fine: $350. Costs: $290. Toby J. Groll, Pioneer, OH, Disorderly
Conduct – Fine: $150. Costs: $85.
WILLIAMS COUNTY TRAFFIC
Dylan N. Jordan, Montpelier, OH,Driving Under a Suspended License –
Jail: 90 days suspended. Fines: $250.Costs: $237. License suspended from02/03/2015-03/05/2015.
Robert A. Taylor, Montpelier, OH,Improper U-Turn – Fine: $40. Costs:$93.01.
Justin D. Bauer , West Unity, OH,OVI/Breath (Low) – Jail: 20 days, with17 suspended. Fine: $650. Costs: $95.No Operator’s License – Jail: 90 dayssuspended. Fine: $300. Costs: $45.
Dustin W. Hardee, Fayette, OH, OVI/Under the Influence – Jail: 20 days,with 17 suspended. Fine: $650. Costs:$89. Jack W. New, Fayette, OH, Lane/Line
Violation – Fine: $25. Costs: $86.Santisouk Champada, Montpelier,
OH, Failure to Reinstate – Fine: $300.Costs: $109.
Chelsie M. Nofziger, West Unity, OH,OVI/Under the Influence – Jail: 20days, with 17 suspended. Fine: $650.Costs: $84. Failure to Control – Fine:$50. Costs: $40.
Steven M. Shaull, Montpelier, OH,
OVI/Under the Influence – Jail: 20 days,with 17 suspended. Waive Amount:$923.75. Fine: $650. Costs: $89. F.R .A.Suspension – Waive Amount: $675.Fine: $500. Costs: $40. Stop Sign –Waive Amount: $50.
Michael E. Hupe, Alvordton, OH, OVI/Under the Influence – Jail: 40 days,with 30 suspended. Waive Amount:$1050. Fine: $750. Costs: $90. Driv-ing Under a Suspension – Jail: 90 days,with 80 suspended. Waive Amount:$431.25. Fine: $300. Costs: $45.
Carl G. Anderson, Wauseon, OH,Seatbelt – Waive Amount: $70. Fine:$30. Costs: $43.50. John C. Schwartz, Blakeslee, OH,
35/25 Speed – Waive Amount: $130. Tracy S. Robertson , Montpelier, OH,
Expired Plates – Waive Amount: $130. Jason D. Zuber , Montpelier, OH, L .S.Damage – Jail: 90 days, with 90 sus-pended. Fine: $300. Costs: $90. Fail-ure to Control – Fine: $50. Costs: $40.
Leslie J. Herrick, West Unity, OH,Expired Plates – Fine: $46. Costs: $79.
Sydney S. Schmitt, West Unity, OH,Passing a Stopped School Bus – Fine:$200. Costs: $79.
Kenneth E. Vollmer, Edon, OH, StopSign – Fine: $65. Costs: $85.
Anthony J. Rodriguez, Stryker, OH,Failure to Reinstate – Fine: $300.Costs: $85. 35/25 Speed – Fine: $30.Costs: $40. Jessica E. McDaniel, Pioneer, OH, No
Operator’s License – Fine: $100. Costs:$85. Seatbelt – Fine: $30. Costs: $40.
Marietta M. Irvin, Montpelier, OH,
Stop Sign – Fine: $65. Costs: $85.Laura J. Lewallen, Montpelier, OH,
65/55 Speed – Waive Amount: $130.Seatbelt – Waive Amount: $130.
David B. Remenowsky, Stryker, OH,
Prohibited Turn – Waive Amount: $150.Brooklyne A. Montalvo, Montpelier,
OH, 65/55 Speed – Fine: $46. Costs:$79.
Alexander M. Munger, Pioneer, OH,70/55 Speed – Waive Amount: $130.
Wendy K. Sullivan, Stryker, OH,60/55 Speed – Fine: $46. Costs: $79.
Payne M. Sentle, West Unity, OH,Seatbelt – Fine: $30. Costs: $40.
Bradley V. Dahl, Blakeslee, OH, StopSign – Fine: $71. Costs: $79. Jade E. Pontious, Wauseon, OH,
66/55 Speed – Waive Amount: $130.Eric W. Woolace, Stryker, OH, 48/35
Speed – Waive Amount: $130.Larry A. Richer, Wauseon, OH, Seat-
belt – Fine: $30. Costs: $40.Leon D. Cogswell, Montpelier, OH,
48/35 Speed – Waive Amount: $125.
WILLIAMS COUNTY
DIVORCES GRANTED
James D. Ridenour, of Bryan, OH, and Tina Ridenour, Bryan, OH, married onAugust 31, 2006.
Brenda Thacker, of Bryan, OH, and Ed-
die Thacker, of Salem, OH, married onApril 28, 2001.
FULTON COUNTY
SHERIFF’S OFFICE
Sheriff Roy E. Miller announces thatthe Fulton County Sheriff’s Ofce con-ducted three High Visibility Blitzes inthe month of January. The blitzes ran
January 1 through January 2, Janu-ary 7 through January 17, and January21 through January 31. Deputies whoworked these Blitzes made 54 trafc stopsand issued 7 citations. The citations is-sued were for 6 speed violations and driv-ing under suspension. Deputies also is-sued 51 warnings to motorists. The HighVisibility Blitzes are paid from a grantthat the Sheriff’s Ofce has received from
the Ohio Department of Public Safety.Sheriff Miller and his deputies are dedi-cated to protecting the citizens of FultonCounty and the motorists who travel itshighways. This grand allows extra patrolto enforce trafc laws that will increasethe safety of motorists on the roadway inareas that are prone to a higher numberof serious and fatal crashes.
FULTON COUNTY TRAFFIC
Chalsey M. Myers, Wauseon, OH,D.U.S./O.V.I. - Costs: $88.
David L. Printke, Wauseon, OH, O.V.I./First Offense – Jail: 3 days. Fine: $600.Costs: $88.
Elisha P. Beck, West Unity, OH, 87/70Speed – Fine: $150. Costs: $88.
Kami L. Pierce, Wauseon, OH, A.C.D.A.
- Fine: $102. Costs: $88. John R. Jakeway, Fayette, OH, Ex-pired License – Fine: $100. Costs: $88.
Robin T. Behnfeldt, Wauseon, OH, Tex-ting and Driving – Waiver Amount: $125.Failure to Control – Waiver Amount:$166.
Ryan K. Pursel, Wauseon, OH, Seat-belt – Fine: $30. Costs: $51. Joshua R. Startzman, Montpelier, OH,
75/55 Speed – Fine: $100. Costs: $88. Joseph Mahnke, Wauseon, OH, Regis-
tration – Fine: $37. Costs: $88.Michael M. Hensen, Fayette, OH,
66/55 Speed – Fine: $37. Costs: $88.Alan R. Albright, Wauseon, OH, As-
sured Clear D – Waiver Amount: $190.Wade R. Hodges, Wauseon, OH, 44/25
Speed – Waiver Amount: $188.Lori S. Johnson, Wauseon, OH, Fail-
ure to Yield – Fine: $102. Costs: $88. Jessie A Rodriguez, Fayette, OH, 42/25
Speed – Fine: $47. Costs: $80. James R. Samples, Wauseon, OH,
80/70 Speed – Fine: $37. Costs: $80. Li-cense Expired for Less Than Six Months
– Fine: $50. Costs: $51.Beverly J. Miller, Wauseon, OH, Fail-
ing to Stop for an Emergency Vehicle –Fine: $74. Costs: $80.
Diane E. Landbolt, Wauseon, OH,40/25 Speed – Waiver Amount: $127.
Uriah M. Michael, 73/55 Speed –Waiver Amount: $127.
FULTON COUNTY CRIMINAL
Joshua D. Liechty, Fayette, OH, Crimi-nal Trespassing – Jail: 30 days. Fine:$100. Costs: $54.
Alan Hines, Fayette, OH, Conne Dog –Fine: $54. Costs: $78. Tracy A. Atchison, Wauseon, OH, Dis-
orderly Conduct – Jail: 3 days. Fine: $75.Costs: $78.
WILLIAMS & FULTON COUNTY AREA LOCAL POLICE, EMS & FIRE REPORTS KEEPING READERS NOTIFIED OF LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIRE, COURT & CRIME STOPPER ACTIVITIES
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MORE GENERAL AREA NEWS ...
WHAT WE READ YEARS AGO - THE EDON COMMERCIAL
1965 Edon Baseball Team
BASEBALL ... Kent Adams, coach; Larry Hug, Don Muehlfeld, Ron Held, Steen Thiel, Jesse Godsey, Jerry Humbarger, Bill Hug, Lee Thiel, Mike Hug, RonnieOyer, Rodney Gilbert.
EDON COMMERCIAL
80 YEARS AGO
FEBRUARY 1935
School doings - Esther Brigle andMax Knapp reporting for the Seniors.We are pleased to learn that WillardHeckman of the Class of 1934 is nowa page in the House of Representa-tives.
Reporting for the Juniors, HelenDarr and Frederick Rockey. We ju-niors were always quite fortunateas the teachers always thought ofus as being a pretty good class, butthe teachers now seem to think we’rekind of slipping up on our work. So, Iguess we will have to brush up someand do a little better work, eh?
70 YEARS AGO
FEBRUARY 1945
The Milliman Drug Store, whichhas been serving the people of Edonfor 35 years was sold this past weekto Clair Hackett, principal of FlorenceEdon School.
E.D. Brubaker of Detroit came Sat-urday night for a visit with relatives.He came by foot from road 20, as noone offered him a ride. However, hesaid it did not seem to hurt him any.
Mrs. Howard Gladding was host-ess to Edon Woman’s Club Wednes-day. Mrs. Carl King of Bryan was theguest speaker.
John Nye and Bernard helped theEarl Muehlfeld family get moved to
their new house south of Blakeslee,the former Nick Huard farm.
60 YEARS AGO
FEBRUARY 1955
Mr. and Mrs. Carlton Allomongand daughter Marilyn, who teachesat Delta, were in Columbus Satur-day and Sunday as guests of Mr.and Mrs. Gene Headley.
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Held arethe parents of a 6 pound 15 ounceson, Loren Lee, born Thursday atWilliams County General Hospital.
50 YEARS AGO
FEBRUARY 1965
Miss Barbara Sue Berry became
the Bride of Kenneth Mason in a dou-ble ring ceremony Sunday afternoonat St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Edon.
Twenty-one relatives and friendswere in attendance for the 98th birth-day party for Mrs. Nettie Sinderson atthe Strup Nursing Home Wednesdayafternoon. She received many cards.Ice cream and cake were served.
Mr. and Mrs. Harold Kaiser anddaughter Melanie and Judy Beachare having a ten day trip to Florida tovisit her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Motterat Fort Meyers.
40 YEARS AGO
FEBRUARY 1975
Rev. James H. Bond will be guestspeaker Sunday at the BethlehemChristian Union Church, Rt. 2, Edonfor the beginning of their 100th yearof observing and sending forth thegospel in the area.
Jennifer Lynn Kaiser and JosephMarc Hayes were united in marriageon Saturday, Feb. 8 at 7:30 PM. MissKathy Colbart served as maid of hon-or and Loren Held acted as best man.
20 YEARS AGO
FEBRUARY 1995
The Edon United MethodistChurch was the setting for the Octo-ber 1 wedding uniting Lynne MarieKannel and Lance David Nofziger.
Doug Haver, administrator, andPam Goll, social services director
at Park View Nursing Center, werepleasantly surprised to receive aplaque from Representative RichardHodges (R) and Speaker of the House Jo Ann Davidson honoring Park Viewfor its 25th anniversary.
10 YEARS AGO
FEBRUARY 2005
A traveling exhibit of Ground Zeroartifacts will be on display at the Ra-mada Inn at Holiday City on Sunday,Feb. 6th through Friday, Feb. 11.
Students from St. Joseph’s schoolin Blakeslee were nally able to holdtheir DARE graduation on Thursdayafternoon, January 20, which waspreviously canceled due to weather.
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The following actions were takenby the Northwest Ohio EducationalService Center Governing Board at theirorganizational meeting held January27, 2015.
The meeting was called to order at7:00 pm by President Ron Crawford.All in attendance recited the Pledge of
Allegiance. A moment of silence wasobserved in memory of staff member, Jennifer Wensink.•Elected Mr. Ron Crawford as president
of the NwOESC governing board for2015.
•Elected Mr. William Green as vice-president of the NwOESC governing
board for 2015.•Established the following for regular
monthly meetings:
TIME: 7:00pmLOCATION: NwOESC Conference Room
DATES: February 24, 2015March 24, 2015April 28, 2015May 26, 2015
June 23, 2015 July 28, 2015
August 25, 2015September 22, 2015
October 27, 2015November 24, 2015
December 15, 2015 (third Tuesday)
Audit committee to meet quarterlybefore the regular NwOESC governingboard meetings (January, April, July,and October). Records commissionto meet two times after the regularNwOESC governing board meetings(April and October).
•Approved the appointment ofthe superintendent, director ofspecial education, and the directorof curriculum, instruction, andprofessional development as purchasingagents for 2015 with the dollar limitof $10,000 for the superintendentper purchase, and $5,000 for thedirector of special education and thedirector of curriculum, instruction, andprofessional development per purchase.Purchase requests in excess of thesuperintendent’s limit will require Boardapproval.
•Approved motion to grant the Treasurer/Chief Financial Ofcerauthority to pay bills, process payrolls,invest Board funds and make allnecessary cash advancements to grantsduring 2015.
•Approved motion to allow thesuperintendent or designees toparticipate in Federal, State or otherfunded grants, contracts or agreements
as they become available to the Board in2015, and then be brought to the Boardfor ratication.
•Appointed Jill Gilliland (Directorof Special Education) as ComplianceOfcer female representative and JoelSutton (IEC School Psychologist) asCompliance Ofcer male representativefor Civil Rights, Anti-Harassment,Section 504, ADA, and Title IX for 2015.
•Approved motion to permit thesuperintendent to hire employees during2015 contingent upon Board approvalat the next regularly scheduled meeting.
•Approved a resolution allowing thesuperintendent of the Northwest OhioEducational Service to approve schoolbus drivers and van drivers for Boardcertication who have met all of theestablished requirements. At the nextregularly scheduled Governing Boardmeeting, these names will be approvedalso by the NwOESC Governing Board.
•Appointed the following peopleto serve on the Audit Committee toquarterly review calendar year 2015nancial reports:
1. Dorthy Pietrykowski, Treasurer/Chief Financial Ofcer
2. Jim Brubaker
3. Ron Crawford4. Nona Liechty
And also to appoint the following
people to serve as OSBA Liaisons:OSBA Legislative Liaison: Brian BakerOSBA Student Liaison: Le Ann Fritch
•Appointed Dorthy Pietrykowski asthe designee for each NwOESC governing
board member effective 01/01/15 tocomply with the requirements of theOhio Public Records Law.
The following items were approvedunder the consent agenda format:
•Approved minutes of the regularboard meeting held December 16, 2014.
•Approved Financial Transactions-NwOESC to provide to Deance City
Schools, SLP Clinical Fellowship Year(CFY) Mentoring Services for the periodof 8/15/14-6/15/115
-Three Cord to provide to NwOESC,21st Century (Liberty CenterElementary-REVISED), StudentEntrepreneurial, Career ReadinessDevelopment Activities Services for theperiod of 9/22/2014-6/19/2015.
Leaves and FMLA •EMPLOYMENT RECOMMENDATIONS
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Oehlers, Amanda, CLASS-1 Yr,1/12/15-7/31/15, lass Sup-ParaQuigley, Michaela, CLASS-1 Yr,
1/28/15-7/31/15, Class Sup-Para21st Century Teachers
Swanton-Joseph BolyardStryker-Blake Burkholder
21st Century Specialized Education
Assistants
Bryan-Cynthia HaaseSubstitute Teachers
Susan Beck, Jerry Bowser, Timothy
Burkholder, Jennifer Croft, JessicaDavis, Koreen Gilbert, Ericha Griep,Mallory Haefner, Deborah Lenhart,
Jennifer Link, Denise Marvet, HeatherMerritt, Jilayne Michelsen, Marla
Nafziger, Christopher Nagel, KristenOlsen, Rebecca Ortloff, Roger Pence, Josiah Poletta, Jennifer Rodriguez,
Tiffany Schwartz, Alexa Short, MichaelSilliman, Thomas Smith, Kevin Snyder,
Sharon Stein, Andrea Wachtman,Deborah Weagley
Substitute Paraprofessionals
Genevra Black, Koreen Gilbert, MichelleGurzynski, Kendall Homan, Elizabeth
Kuhbander, Kristen Lauf, MelissaMiles, Marla Nafziger, Kristen Olsen,Dale Openlander, Jennifer Rodriguez,Christine Rohrs, Jennifer Smith, Alicia Thiel, Jessica Trevino, Robyn Venier,
Andrea WachtmanSubstitute Speech-Language
PathologistMartha FoltzBus Drivers
Edon Northwest - Trevor ThielEvergreen - Anthony Williams
Pike-Delta-York - Richard Myers, KerriSimon, Arthur Thomas, James WolpertStudent Teachers/Interns/Volunteers
Katie Myers, Speech externship asan Ohio University Student, Spring
Semester, 2015 Placed with Heidi BellMichelle Nickels, Speech externship
as an Ohio University Student, SpringSemester, 2015 Placed with Kelsey
Schwanz
Brittney Roeder, Field Experience as aRhodes State College Student, SpringSemester, 2015 Placed with Matthew
Ferguson
•Approved the following RETIREMENTS Gregory Lawrence, Adapted PE
Teacher, effective 6/1/15 Paula Turner, Paraprofessional,
effective 7/1/15•Approved proclamation. The
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By: T.J. Hug
THE VILLAGE REPORTER
Contrary to what some may have
heard, patriotism is alive and well.
At least, it is in Pioneer.
The village’s residents gave a rousing
response to a request made by Ed
Kidston, a second generation mayor of
the town. In his annual newsletter last
November, Kidston asked the citizens of
his town to help him continue Pioneer’s
majestic display of patriotism. Anyone
who has ever come into the village while
heading north on State Route 15 knows
exactly to what he is referring, as the
street posts aligning the road are littered
with American ags.
Kidston’s goal is to replace worn
ags year after year, keeping the quite
visual support for the American way of
life fresh. In order to accomplish this,
he requested some of his fellow Pioneer
residents help out as well.
“I encourage you to get your kids
involved, do it as a family, or join
with one of your neighbors,” Kidstonproclaimed, “maybe a class at school or
a business or organization you belong
to.”
What the mayor was asking for was
that some of the people of Pioneer adopt
at least a ag. Roughly ninety people,
actually. Kidston was optimistic that
the idea would be embraced by the
community.
“Let’s show our Pioneer pride
together!!” He wrote with great
enthusiasm. “I think it will be great
fun knowing you are part of something
special.”
As it turns out, his optimism was not
misplaced. To date, one hundred and
twenty-three ags have been adopted
by entities within the village. Some are
individuals. Others local businesses
or churches. But, overall, more people
than even mayor Kidston could have
predicted answered the call to show
their patriotism.
“I am so proud of our citizens and
their willingness to contribute in such
a big way.” Kidston expressed. “This is
just fantastic!”
There is a dedication ceremony
planned in the village in conjunction
with the National Day of Prayer held in
May. All of the support offered to this
country by Pioneer’s patriots will be
on full display along State Street all
Summer long.
Several Pioneer residents, including
organizations, have expressed their own
pride at the idea as well.
“We are thankful for the opportunity
to honor and remember my dad, HarrySemer, by purchasing a ag...” Pam
Smith stated. “My dad proudly served
his country during the Korean War.”
Senior Pastor Steve Smith, of Lake
View Church, expressed his thoughts
on the dedication as well.
“We are honored as members of
the community to participate in an
opportunity to offer support and to y
the ag that so publicly displays who we
are and what we stand for.”
Even Village Councilwoman Connie
Salisbury, whose daughter, Tiffany
Snider is amongst those being honored,
was lled with a renewed sense of pride
by this event.
“This ‘Pioneer Patriot’ event is a visual
statement of the care and concern of the
residents in the Village of Pioneer!”
Anyone claiming that patriotism is
dead need only take a quick drive down
State Street come May to see that they
are wrong.
T.J. Hug can be reached at [email protected]
REFLECTIONS FROM PIONEER’S PAST
1992 North Central FFA
FFA ... Row 1: Roy Schroeder, Advisor; Gary Hamrick, Art Brown, Jim
Weber, Scott Brown, Keith Cummins, Jody Grant, Heather Houser. Row2: Troy Kirkendall, Ed Walkup, Shane Haines, Ed Hauenstein, Amber
Creech, Jenny Fitzenrider, Brian Harrington, David Traxler, Bill Hopkins,
Corey Manley. Row 3: Ray Kope, Kyle Pettit Peggy Forrester-Mitchell,
John Laney, Brad Siebeneck, Billy Henderson, Gene Fisher, Tyson Reed-
er, Keith Adkins. Row 4: Eddie Robison, Matt VanDyke.
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FINDLAY, OH - A special drawing
will be held Saturday, March 21, 2015
at the Lake La Su An Wildlife Areaheadquarters for youths interested in
turkey hunting according to the Ohio
Department of Natural Resources
(ODNR), Division of Wildlife. Youths age
17 and younger may participate.
Lake La Su An Wildlife Area
headquarters is located at 09-
455 County Road R, Pioneer, Ohio.
Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. and will
continue until the drawing at 10 a.m.
Youth hunters must possess a 2015-
2016 hunting license to register. Youth
hunters are not required to be present to
register. Adults may register a youth by
presenting the youth’s hunting license.Successful applicants will select an
available section of their choice for a
three, four, or ve day permit between
the dates of April 18 through May
17, 2015. There are 56 date/ section
combinations available.
For more information, contact
the Lake La Su An Wildlife Area
headquarters at (419) 485-9092, or the
Division of Wildlife District 2 Ofce at
(419) 424-5000 Monday through Friday,
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Drawing To Be Held AtLake La Su An Wildlife AreaFor Youth Turkey Hunting
Pioneer Possesses Plenty Of Pride & Patriotism
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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13TH•Montpelier Chamber of Commerce Meeting 8 PM
•Fayette High School Baked Potato Dinner (Relay For Life) 3 PM
•Edon Junior Class Parents’ Porkchop on a Stick Dinner 5 PM
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14TH
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PHOTO PROVIDED SHOWING HER PATRIOTISM ... Local business owner Evelyn Deetz, of Evelyn’s Excur-
sions, is shown adopting a ag for the village of Pioneer. Accepting a check for the adop-
tion is second generation Pioneer Mayor Ed Kidston.
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By: John WinrightTHE VILLAGE REPORTER
Craig and Paula Pefey
both grew up in Deance,
Ohio. They attended
separate schools during
grade school, but once
they reached High School
they met and became
sweethearts. Craig
played both basketball
and football and Paula
was a cheerleader. They
graduated together in
1968.
Upon Graduation
Craig joined the Air Force
and went to Vietnam.
Upon returning to the
states in 1971, he and
Paula were united in
marriage. From there
they moved to Tampa, Fl
for the last two years of
his military career.
In 1976 Craig was
hired at the National Bank
of Montpelier and at that
time the Pefey’s set up a
household locally. Craig
worked at that bank from1976 until 1986 and then
went to First Federal for
5 years.
During this time
Paula was employed as
a hairdresser and they
also owned a catering
business by the name of
“Angels Food Catering”
for 5 years.
Craig was called into
the ministry in 1990 and
is presently the assistant
pastor at The House of
Prayer in Montpelier,
Ohio.
They celebrated their
43rd anniversary last
October and have two
sons, Trevor (Beth) and
Austin (Lisa) Pefey.
They also have ten
grandchildren.
When one meets this
couple it doesn’t take
long to gure out that
they differ very much in
their demeanor. Craig
is the quiet thinker and
Paula is the outspoken,
aggressive go-getter. But
together they ourish in
every way. The love they
share for each other is
very evident.
The Pefeys attended
Souls Harbor Church onthe river in 1985 and the
Lord gave Paula a vision
for a food pantry. So they
started with one small
shelf in the boiler room.
When Souls Harbor
built the new church on
route 20A east of town,
they did not continue
with the pantry, but Paula
never lost the vision that
God had given her.
In 2002, along with
another lady fromchurch, Paula started
the “Helping Hands Food
Pantry”. They started
by walking in faith and
found a building; they
then scouted for nances
and nally opened in July
of that year. The original
location was at 410 West
Washington Street with
only three rooms. The
building didn’t even have
heat but they faithfully
did what they had to do
on a day to day basis.
In 2007 the pantry
was blessed by being
given the south side ofthe old Louden’s building
to operate from. The rst
order of business was to
clear out lots of “stuff”
from the previous owner.
The next step was a
remodeling project that
took one year to complete,
with the opening at the
current location being in
2008. This is the same
building where the House
Of Prayer holds their
services.
Upon entering the
facility today, a person
is welcomed into a very
appealing, comforting
environment. Paula’sgreat talent in interior
decorating is evident
everywhere you turn.
The atmosphere and
ambiance is one that is
very relaxing and user
friendly.
The facility has
conference rooms,
storage rooms, freezer
and refrigerator rooms,
consoling rooms, training
rooms, and much more.
They not only have
food available for needy
families, but also offer
educational classes on
such topics as computers,cooking in a specially
designed kitchen, and
also training on videos.
Paula says, “I had no
idea the ministry would
become what it is today.”
An example is in 2013
the pantry distributed
to 1263 households and
gave out over 31,760
pounds of food and
products. And in 2014
these numbers increased
substantially.
She continues by
stating, “The doors that
The Lord has opened for
me to go out and speak to
churches, organizationsand factories have been
amazing. He also has
helped me to teach other
pantries how we function
and to help them get
started and operate in
the right manner. “THIS
IS MY PASSION”
Helping Hands Food
Pantries is entering their
12th year and they have
12 volunteers.
And we must not
overlook the fact thatCraig is very involved in
all of this too along with
his job at the church.
Paula’s ofcial title is
Executive Director.
The Pefey’s say the
things that have made
their marriage strong are
being best friends and
growing together through
the ups and downs that
life has to offer. Also
communicating together
and praying at all times
and in all situations.
Their Christian walk and
faith are at the center of
everything they do.Craig says that after
receiving Christ as his
savior in 1984 he felt the
need to press in more and
help people more than
he ever had before and it
totally changed his life.
Some great inuences
on his life were his
Grandfather and several
of his coaches.
Paula says that two
great inuences on her
life were her mother and
Marleen Garber, who was
an “Oak Tree” to her in
ministry.
Two mentors in Craig’s
spiritual walk were Janand Marleen Garber and
Don and Gaylynn Harris.
In his personal life they
were Kim and Janis Repp.
Paula stated that she
followed in her mother’s
footsteps with a career in
hairdressing. Her mother
was in the business for
49 years and Paula has
now been doing it for 40
years.
Professionally Paula
was mentored by TinaGreeneld in Ft. Wayne
Indiana and she taught
Paula a lot about the
business.
In her Christian walk
it was also Jan and
Marleen Garber and Don
and Gaylynn Harris who
were very inuential and
helpful in mentoring
Paula.
Craig and Paula both
received many awards for
sports and cheerleading
achievements while in
school. And the Helping
Hands Food Pantry
received the “Agency ofthe Year Award” from the
Toledo Northwest Food
Bank in 2008.
Paula’s hobbies are
collecting Pepsi items,
scrapbooking, and she
loves crafts.
Craig loves gardening,
woodworking, and raising
chickens. In the near
future he would like to
start a beehive colony for
producing honey.
On social issues the
Pefey’s are very strong
pro-lifers. Paula spent
several years working
at the Community
Pregnancy Center as acouncilor.
Craig’s favorite book is
The Readers Digest and
he remembers as a child
reading his grandfather’s
on a regular basis. Paula
likes a wide assortment
of cook books and
magazines. They both put
the Bible at the top of
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1977 Montpelier JV Basketball REFLECTIONS OF THE PAST
JV BASKETBALL ... Kneeling: Greg Repp, Tim Fisher, Steve Rings, Randy
Hartman, Tom Page, Ric Mercer. Standing: Coach Ted Zigler, Tim Rice, Jeff
Hephner, Jeff Kuhn, Kent Barry, Alan Davis, Jeff Rowley, Kent Wolff.
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On January 31
the Montpelier Police
Department held its Honor
and Awards Banquet,
honoring ofcers efforts.
Ofcers earn certicates
and award ribbons
according to Montpelier
Police Department policy.
The banquet highlighted
ofcer accomplishments
in 2014 and goals of 2015,
as well as specialized
awards and a key note
speaker.
This year various
ofcers earned ribbons
for things like PerfectAttendance, Good
Conduct, Safe Driving,
Armed Services,
Community Service,
two ofcers earned
ribbons for Life Saving
and one ofcer earned a
Special Commendation.
In addition, Chief Dan
McGee recognized
the Montpelier Police
Department Reserve
Unit for their dedication
to volunteerism and
assistance to the full-time
staff.
The department also
recognized Sandy Gordon
of the Village of MontpelierParks Department with
Community Partnership
Award, given to those
persons or organizations
who assist the Montpelier
Police Department with
helping make Montpelier
a better place to live. Mrs.
Gordon was recognized
for her efforts in helping
keep the parks clean and
owers blooming, as well
as her dedication and
efforts with the parks
recreation programs and
summer lunch program.
Judge Steven Bird of
the Williams Co. JuvenileCourt was the key note
speaker. Judge Bird
was asked to speak on
the topic of “Honor” and
noted that “police work is one of the
more noble and seless occupations in
society” and recited the International
Association of Chief’s of Police “Oath of
Honor” for ofcers to hear.
INFORMATION PROVIDED
PHOTOS PROVIDED
HELPING THE VILLAGE ... Sandy Gordon of the Village
of Montpelier Parks Department is presented with the
Community Partnership Award.
HONORABLE ... Judge Steven Bird of the WilliamsCounty Juvenile Court spoke of the honor that police
ofcers show in their work.
Montpelier Police Department
Honors Ofcers At Awards Banquet
Montpelier’s Craig & Paula Pefey: Dedicated To Helping Others
PHOTO BY JOHN WINRIGHT, STAFF
HELPING HANDS ... Craig and Paula stand in their
remodeled kitchen which is used to teach others how
to took and use kitchen utensils. Everything in the
kitchen was donates and it turned out beautifully.
PHOTO PROVIDED
HAPPY COUPLE ... The Pefey’s shortly after they
moved to Montpelier in 1980, when Craig was hired at
the National Bank of Montpelier.
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The February West Unity AreaChamber of Commerce Board meetingwas called to order on Monday, February2, 2015 with 10 of 14 of the directorspresent. Two guests, Eagle Scout JustinWiyrick and his mother, were also inattendance.
Wiyrich addressed the Board aboutan upcoming project he will be workingon at Walbash Park and thank theBoard for approving the materials thatwere purchased at Peltcs Lumber.Wiyrich noted that, due to the weatherconditions, he has yet to have thosematerials delivered but hopes to havethat done soon. The target completiondate for the project is the end ofsummer and the Board Wiyrich knowthat they would like to do a celebration
announcement when he is done andready to deliver the projects.
The Business and Member Services
reported during the meeting that the2015 Membership Drive is in full swingand that there has been a great responseto the applications sent out. Moremembership plaques as well as 2015tags will be ordered from Hit Trophy.
Old business brought beforethe Board included the Gun Rafefundraiser. The Board discussed theviability of the fundraiser and then votedto start a committee for the project,with Lindsey Smith volunteering asChairman. Movie Night and doing afun family project sponsored by theChamber was also once again broughtto the discussion table. The Board willbe working with the school to continueon these plans for a possible event date.
It was also reported that Gathering
Days 2015 yers were handed out andthat there are already a lot of eventsplanned. It is hoped that the early
advertising with the yers will help todraw a large crowd.New business brought before the
Board included the review of thesuggestion made by the Fair Boardabout volunteering at the gates duringthe Williams County Fair. Due to theChamber’s commitment to having asuccess fair booth at the fair, the Board
elected to decline. The Board also learned during themeeting that many new lights anddecorations have been purchased forthe next Christmas season. Minutes ofthe January 5th Board meeting, as wellas the reports presented by TreasurerPat Burkholder, were both approved atthe meeting.
WHAT WE READ YEARS AGO Hilltop 1989 Varsity Baseball
VARSITY BASEBALL ... Coach Dewey VanArsdalen, Robbie Gorsuch, J.C. Riley, Jamie Taylor, Kevin McNeal, Kevin Champion, Erik Belcher, Brad Johnston,Coach Kenny Esterline, Kent Holsopple, Wes Wieland, Chas Newcomb, ScottDennison, Mike Sentle, Steve Jones, Doug Smith, Coach Bruce VanArsdalen.
WEST UNITY REPORTER
130 YEARS AGO
FEBRUARY 1885
The horse of A.J. Murbach, M.D.of Archbold, ran away, breakingthe cutter and bruising itself. Thedoctor was not in the sleigh at thetime.
Byron Stires and Joseph Elystart for Kansas next Monday.
120 YEARS AGO
FEBRUARY 1895
Chris Rupp, living on Bean
Creek, one-half mile north of thesite of Johnson’s Grist Mill, hashad splendid success with his trap-ping. He has caught six otter andhas received $1 to $9 per pelt.
Unruly pupils in the Hamerschool compelled a change of teach-ers last week.
110 YEARS AGO
FEBRUARY 1905
Charles Groff and Co. have soldthe Pioneer Alliance to O.H. Kanau-er.
Henry Bever will move to WestUnity and go into business withWm. Grindle.
The Kunlke Mfg. Co. has beentrying to manufacture furniture.
They are employing nine men.
Married were Mr. Ford Shultzand Miss Fay Winkler.
100 YEARS AGO
FEBRUARY 1915
Born to Mr. and Mrs. Peter Sie-gel, Feb. 1, a daughter, Grace May.
Born to Mr. and Mrs. HarryStrang Feb. 2, a son.
W.I. Johnson’s have purchasedthe George Smith property on thecorner of High and Jackson St.
90 YEARS AGO
FEBRUARY 1925
H.L Reynolds died at his homenear Hamer.
Word was received of the deathof Mrs. Harrison Strang.
Sherman Newcomer was in To-ledo the latter part of the week at-tending the auto show and visitingwith Frank Hoover.
80 YEARS AGO
FEBRUARY 1935
The West Unity school build-ings have been redecorated throughFERA aid, giving work to a numberof local men.
Born to Mr. and Mrs. H.C. Arm-bruster Feb. 4, a daughter.
Frank Roland, 64, died at hishome in West Unity.
70 YEARS AGO
FEBRUARY 1945
Jan. 21, Miss Winona Kunkle,became the bride of Mr. OreightonShowers of Chicago.
Deaths: Miss Emma Randels,85; Rufus Harris, 72; and JacobMagner, 84.
Mrs. Ora Colon, who operatedthe Mary Ellen Beauty Shop soldequipment to Mrs. Roy Moore ofHicksville.
60 YEARS AGO
FEBRUARY 1955
Funeral services were held forMrs. Grace Waller, 73; and Mrs.Otha Beucler, 58, of Alvordton.
Harry P. Short, 56, passed awayat his home Monday.
Lester Beals sold his Sinclair GasStation on Monday to Dale Hornungand Marvin Beals, who took imme-diate possession.
50 YEARS AGO
FEBRUARY 1965
The West Unity American LegionPost 669 was awarded rst place inDivision II for the highest percent-age of membership attained.
Saturday brought the worst icestorm in years, interruptions inelectric and telephone service, the year’s rst re alarm, and a watermain break that created a crisis.
40 YEARS AGO
FEBRUARY 1975
New directors named to theChamber Board of Directors areMarion Smith and Norm DeGroff.
Mr. and MRs. Emmett Esterlingof Pioneer observed their 50th wed-
ding anniversary Jan 31.Recognition for his ability as a
corn grower has been given to Ron-ald Fielitz of West Unity, by the Pro-ducers of Dunk’s G Hybrids. 1974 yield of 138.9 bushels per acre.
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their list.Paula’s favorite music is The Sound
of Music and The Chick Flick’s moviesound tracks while Greg’s favorite movieis Bridge Over the River Kwai and he alsolikes western movies.
When it comes to food Craig’spreference is burgers and ribs whilePaula likes Chinese and Mexican.
Two of the most memorable vacationsthey have taken were on their 40thwedding anniversary they went to thestate of Maine via traveling through NewYork, Vermont and New Hampshire.Another time they went to Florida to visitold military friends from 42 years ago.
One thing folks may not know about
Craig and Paula is that they have beenable to work together for 43 years in self
employment, public service, etc. as ateam and have, at all times, been able tostrengthen each other and work togetherto attain the nal outcome in a verysuccessful manner.
As many of you know this is aspecial couple and Montpelier, Ohio andWilliams County is very fortunate to havethem as part of their community.
What an amazing story of two folkswho really do love what they are doingand the folks that they come into contactwith every day.
John may be reached at [email protected]
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WHAT WE READ YEARS AGO
Stryker 1968 CLC Club
CLC CLUB ... Row 1: Rufer, M. Clark, Mrs. Depew, T. Clark, VanNortwick. Row 2:B. Leichty, Jane Graber, S. Auby, Julia Graber, Depew, R. Frazer. Row 3: Jolly, A.Graber, S. Frazer, P. Leichty, Sloan, P. Clark, Haye.
STRYKER ADVANCE
110 YEARS AGO
FEBRUARY 1905
Northwestern Ohio will soon becovered by the rural mail carriers.Henry County is the latest to begranted this system. About 15 car-riers being required for the wholecounty.
A.F. Clark sold a short horn cowweighing 2015 pounds for 4 cents apound in Stryker.
Ernest Hitt’s blacksmith shopin Evansport was destroyed by reWednesday.
Henry Grieser wrote of battle-elds, patriotism, and education ofthe southern states.
A sleigh load of 16 young peopletook a trip to Bryan to enjoy an oys-ter supper.
John S. Young, for many yearseditor of the Fayette Record, haspassed away.
100 YEARS AGO
FEBRUARY 1915
This is the 21st year that H.F.Bruns has served as director of theFarmers National Bank in Bryan.
O.A. Kanauer is now sole ownerof the Pioneer Alliance, having pur-chased the interest from CharlesGroff and Company. M.V. Woodcoxremains as editor.
Lee Stough died in Toledo. Hewas an employee of the News-Bee.
Frank Gamber, who for two yearshas run a harness shop in Tontog-gony, has sold his shop and will re-turn to Stryker.
90 YEARS AGO
FEBRUARY 1925
The obituary of Mina Posey nee
Thiel was published. J.P. Lantz has purchased an el-
evator and coal business in Middle-
bury, Ind. and resigned as Mayor ofStryker. D.E. Rosendaul, Councilpresident, was elevated to the posi-tion of Mayor.
80 YEARS AGO
FEBRUARY 1935Bringing three teams to Stryker
last week, Fayette went home withas many games.
The President’s birthday par-ty held at Gurwells Hall, netted$50.50.
The Junior Class is rehearsingthe play “The Hobgoblin House”.
70 YEARS AGO
FEBRUARY 1945
Miss Anna Aberle has resigned
her position as night operator ofStryker Telephone Co., following 27 years of service.
Pfc. Ellery Stambaugh is in hos-pital in Staten Island after receivinga shrapnel wound in his knee.
Richard Erney has been appoint-ed instructor in a Radio School atWisc.
Nate DeGroff writes while at sea. Tells of a typhoon considered to theworst the Navy has had in 25 yearswhich occurred on Dec. 17 and 18.
60 YEARS AGO
FEBRUARY 1955
Mrs. W.O. Taylor, 82, mother ofthe Archbold Buckeye publishers,
passed away Jan. 27. She was thewidow of the former editor of theBuckeye, who founded the paper in1905.
Mrs. Floyd Beucler, 58, of Al-vordton died Jan. 23.
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Sheriff Steve Towns updated theStryker Rotary Club on planned updatesto the courthouse security. Sheriff Towns said the sheriff ofce is taskedwith court security and he has beenworking together with the Judges toimprove the security of the courthouse.Soon some of those plans will begin totake shape with the addition of metaldetectors installed is several areas of thecourthouse.
The current Judges have taken
an active role in assisting with theimplementation plans. High denitioncameras have already been installed andmany of the courthouse employees havereceived training and issued equipmentto aid in making the courthouse a safer
place to work and visit.In addition to the metal detector,
the main entrance will be manned by auniformed ofcer who will also have ahand held device used to aid in ndingweapons. This ofcer will also aid inscreening mail and packages sent tothe courthouse. Sheriff Towns said carehas been taken in the planning processso as not to detract from the beautyof this historical building. He alsomentioned that the building offers some
unique challenges as we think aboutsecurity differently today. He believesthe plan set forth will provide a moresecure environment without seeming tointrusive to the public.
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COURTHOUSE SECURITY ... Sheriff Towns spoke as a guest of and is pictured herewith Stryker Rotary member Bill Brenner.
Stryker Rotary Listens To Plans
For Increased Courthouse Safety
By: Timothy KaysTHE VILLAGE REPORTER
Panther Pride FamilyFun Night at the StrykerSchool was everythingthat it was advertised tobe in the title…and more. The event, held priorto the Stryker versusFayette game on January30, brought families of theelementary students ofthe district to the schoolfor a great time, with aneducational edge that washardly noticeable in themidst of the fun.
Education, whilehaving fun, doesn’t feellike education, andeducational opportunitiesabounded, right down toStryker School Districthistory. There are manykids attending Stryker(parents too), that neverknew about the Stryker
High School footballteam. Yes, at one time,the Power of the Pantherextended onto thegridiron.
“Family Fun Nightwas a concept that weput together this yearfor our Pre-K throughsixth students,” saidSuperintendent Nate Johnson. “We wanted afamily-engaging activityin which the parentsand their childrencould enjoy family timetogether, as well ashave an educationalexperience through mathand reading activities atthe school. The familiesand students came in,we provided them witha no-cost meal. Ourstaff volunteered theirtime to put it togetherfor the students of the
community, and it was agreat experience.”
Timothy Kayscan be reached at
Panther Pride Family Fun
Night: A Synergy Between Education & Entertainment
PHOTOS BY TIMOTHY KAYS, STAFF
CATLIKE CONVERSION … Julie Doehrmann applies the Panther Paint to the faceof Abby Fulk.
THE HISTORY HALL - AND MORE … Coming down the crossover hallway, youcould learn about the history of Stryker Athletics, as well as contribute your ownmessage on the poster wall.
FASHION DESIGNER … With the help of Anissa Brown and Anna Stuckey, LauraLeupp begins the construction of her own Stryker Scarf.
Admission: $3.00/person Lunch Proceeds for Stryker School Supplies • Game Proceeds to Athletic Department
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ers who will be sitting at your table later in the evening.
While you may want to linger over dessert, try not to lin-ger too long.
Promptly store leftovers. If you take a doggie baghome from dinner, stash it in the refrigerator as soon as
possible to prevent foodborne illnesses. If you will be go-ing out dancing or to a movie after dinner, it may be best
to skip the doggie bag altogether.
Valentine’s Day is a busy night for dining out. Patience,courtesy and exibility are traits that can keep your eve-
ning moving along smoothly.
Hearts and Valentine’s Day are forever intertwined.One of the most recognizable symbols of love is the mod-
est heart, and hearts adorn candy boxes and cookieswhile paper hearts are pinned to doors or windows as a
symbol of Valentine’s Day. Young valentines may sharecandy hearts printed with silly sentiments.
A symbolic heart bears no resemblance to an anatomi-
cal heart, and yet it is used to represent the deepest feel-
ings of affection a person can share. Some may wonder just how the emotions of love became tied up in the shapeof a heart, even though it’s widely known that the brain,
and not the heart, governs affections.In ancient times, people believed that the heart was the
center of all human emotions. Since the heart is promi-
nently located in the center of the chest and the middleof the body, it became the cornerstone of human feelings.
Love is considered to be one of the most profound andstrongest human emotions, therefore it was reasoned that
the feeling must emanate from the heart.Surprisingly, the heart has not always been the only
organ associated with love. During the Middle Ages, the
heart was deemed a useless organ. Followers of the Greekphysician Galen theorized that the liver actually was the
seat of the soul and love. The rst depictions of a symbolic heart date back to
the 11th century, when the heart was drawn to resemblea pinecone held upside down with the point facing up-
ward. The scalloped heart that is more familiar today rstarose in the early 14th century. Around the same time,the heart was depicted with the point facing downward
and the indentation at the base.Naturally, as time passed and more was learned about
human anatomy, it became obvious that the brain wasthe seat of all emotion and thought processes. However,
as the brain was something intangible in a living body in
ancient times, and the beating heart could be much morereadily monitored - with a pulse rate speeding up when a
person is excited or aroused - it’s easy to see how the linkbetween the heart and love has endured.
Although the human heart is not bright red like sym-
bolic hearts, that was the color chosen. Red has long beenassociated with passion, so it made sense to depict the
heart in a bright red hue.Many other theories have been offered regarding
the symbolic heart and its representation of love. Whilethere’s no denitive correlation between love and hearts,
the heart has become an accepted symbol of the emotion
and the season of romance.
Exploring the connectionbetween the heart and love
PLAN AHEAD ... Expect Valentine’s Day to be a busy
night for dining out and reservations may be needed.
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GIRLS BASKETBALL ... Lucile Goll, Zada Woolace, Amie Crane, Georgia
Vine, Glee McCaskey, Bernice Lyons, Margery Prickett, Geneva Ward, Miss
Isley, Coach.
REFLECTIONS FROM FAYETTE’S PAST
1915 FAYETTE GIRLS BASKETBALL
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GRANVILLE, OH -- Rebecca Fritch,
Class of 2016, is a member of the
Denison University women’s track
& eld team. Rebecca is a native of
Stryker, OH and is a
graduate of Stryker
High School.Denison will host
the Bob Shannon
Invitational, its secondof three home meets this
season, on February
7th at the Mitchell
Fieldhouse in Granville,
Ohio. Last weekend,
the Big Red placed 4th
at the Wooster Fighting
Scots Invitational. For
more information on
Rebecca and Denison
women’s track & eld visit: www.
denisonbigred.com/sports/wtrack-
indINFORMATION PROVIDED
Stryker’s Fritch PerformsOn Denison University’s
Women’s Track & Field Team
(WAUSEON, OH) -- The Fulton Soil
and Water Conservation District is
hosting their annual tree and plantsale. This event offers a wide variety
of trees and wildower seeds at a low
cost. The SWCD offers these materialsto encourage landowners to increase or
establish windbreaks, prevent erosion,
provide wildlife protection and enhancethe natural environment. This event is
open to the public with no restrictions
on who can purchase or where thesetrees and owers can be planted.
The plants available are bare root
stock, making them economical to
purchase Most tree seedlings are three years old and range in size from 12-36
inches, depending on species. New this
year, the tree and plant sale featuresthree species of 3 gallon potted trees as
well as garden cover crop seed mixes.
The Fulton SWCD staff is available toassist customers with plant selection
that will best meet their needs. They
can assist customers by: identifyingplants suitable for specic soil types,
providing information on how to plant
seedlings, suggesting varieties that
attract wildlife and various otherareas that help increase the value and
enjoyment that trees and plants can
bring to property owners. The district
also has tree planting bars and atree seedling planter (pulled behind a
tractor) available for rent.
Deadline for ordering plants isMarch 20. Pick up dates are April
10th 1-5 P.M. and April 11th 8-Noon
at the Fulton County Fairgrounds.Order forms can be obtained from
the Fulton SWCD ofce at the Robert
Fulton Agriculture Center, acrossfrom the fairgrounds at 8770 State
Route 108, Suite B, Wauseon, OH. To
receive a form via mail, call the ofce
at 419-337-9217. Forms can also beemailed by contacting Amanda Podach
at [email protected] or
downloaded from the website at swcd.fultoncountyoh.com.
For more information on Fulton
SWCD, you may call them at 419-337-9217, visit their website at http://
swcd.fultoncountyoh.com/, or receive
email notications by visiting http://www.fultoncountyoh.com/list.aspx.
They also have a Facebook page at
Fulton Soil & Water Conservation
District.
INFORMATION PROVIDED
Fulton Soil & Water Conservation
District To Host Annual Tree SaleCommunity Health Professionals
home health and hospice recently
honored 82 employees with 10 or more
years of service to the organization’s
three afliated nonprot corporations
and 12 ofces in Northwest and West
Central Ohio.
10-14 years: Alan Birt, driver/
maintenance – Celina; Trina Brinkman,
clerk – Van Wert; Jody Brown, clerk
assistant – Van Wert; Roberta Culler,
registered nurse – Deance; Monica
Davis, licensed practical nurse – Van
Wert; Susan Dyer, personal care aide
– Delphos; Stephanie Fisher, vol.
coordinator – Deance; Jodel Freeman,
personal care aide – Bryan; Bonnie
Gruber, personal care aide – Lima;
Leisa Hayes, personal care aide –
Celina; Cynthia Hiett, registered nurse
– Delphos; Korene Holield, registered
nurse – Deance; Linda Holley,
registered nurse – Archbold; Nancy
Hoying, registered nurse – Celina;
Alice Landwehr, personal care aide –
Delphos; Elaine Laney, ofce manager
– Deance; Ronda Lewis, RN, nursing
supervisor – Deance; Joan Long,
licensed practical nurse – Celina; Janis
Mathews, diagnosis coder – Van Wert;
Ruth McMinn, personal care aide –
Delphos; Rob Place, information systems
manager – Van Wert; Kay Randolph,
personal care aide – Celina; Jacquie
Reinemeyer, diagnosis coder – Van Wert;
Jeanie Saum, RN, hospice supervisor –
Van Wert; Maryilyn Schmerge, personalcare aide – Wapakoneta; Deb Schmidt,
RN, nursing supervisor – Celina; Nancy
Schroeder, registered nurse – Delphos;
Sharon Schroer, personal care aide –
Wapakoneta; Carrie Slone, personal
care aide – Ada; Caprice Smith, ofce
manager – Celina; Tyra Stearley,
licensed practical nurse – Wapakoneta;
Cindy Tollas, RN, document coordinator
– Hicksville; Brent Tow, president/
CEO – Van Wert; Kathy Ulm, RN, staff
development – Van Wert; Jenni Whitaker,
activity director – Celina; Susan Will,
personal care aide – Delphos; and Diana
York, personal care aide – Archbold.
15 - 19 years: Shelly Barrett, RN,
vice president of operations – Van Wert;
Fawn Burley, vice president of nance
– Van Wert; Kim Carder, ofce manager
– Delphos; Jama Cline, registered nurse
– Paulding; Claudia Crawford, RN,
nursing supervisor – Ada; Jane DeMoss,
home health aide & driver – Van Wert;
Janetta Dilyard, personal care aide –
Archbold; Kathy Eisert, registered nurse
– Wapakoneta; Doris Evans, personal
care aide – Van Wert; Michele Federinko,
licensed practical nurse – Deance;
Susan Hamrick, licensed practical nurse
– Van Wert; Teresa Hill, personal care
aide – Lima; Karen Hunter, registered
nurse – Celina; Carol Jutte, registered
nurse – Celina; Phyllis Kinkle, licensed
practical nurse – Delphos; Sheila Looser,
personal care aide – Delphos; Pam Miller,
personal care aide – Van Wert; Jenny
Nelson, receptionist – Van Wert; Jacquie
Niese, registered nurse – Lima; Sharon
Norbeck, personal care aide – Delphos;
Frank Scott, maintenance director
& driver – Van Wert; Rebecca Short,
medical social services coordinator –
Archbold; Julie Stutz, home health aide
– Van Wert; Shirley Sutton, personal
care aide – Van Wert; Deb Tracey,
administrative assistant – Van Wert;
Susan Wendlowsky, activity director –
Archbold; Deb Williams, medical social
worker – Celina; and Amy Zalar, RN,
nursing supervisor – Delphos.
20- 24 years: Kathy Bauer, registered
nurse – Celina; Peggy Carnahan, RN,
director of nursing – Van Wert; Deb
Griesdorn, ofce manager – Celina;
Glenda Schaadt, personal care aide –
Van Wert; Sue Stokes, personal care
aide – Van Wert; Nancy Thompson, home
health aide – Celina; Betty Wasserman,
licensed practical nurse – Van Wert;
and Greg Yinger, public education &
communications – Van Wert.
25- 29 years: Gloria Boroff, personal
care aide – Lima; Laurel Svabik, RN,clinical director – Van Wert; and Susan
Ulrey, registered nurse – Van Wert.
30- plus years: Garnett Beagle,
registered nurse – Paulding; Linda Boggs,
vice president of human resources –
Van Wert; Karen Bortel, ofce manager
– Paulding; and Joel Knerr, MD, medical
director – Van Wert.
“At a time when high employee
turnover rates are common among
home health and hospice agencies, we
are unique to have over 80 employees
with 10 or more years of experience,”
said Brent Tow, president/CEO of
Community Health Professionals. “That
kind of longevity speaks to the quality of
our staff and their dedication to those
we serve.”
Community Health Professionals of
Bryan, located at 127 Blakeslee Ave.,
Bryan, offers home health, hospice,
private duty and adult day services
throughout Williams County and
surrounding area. For more information,
call 419-633-7590.INFORMATION PROVIDED
Community Health ProfessionalsHonors Long Term Employees
PHOTO PROVIDED
HELPING HANDS ... A portion of the 82 Community Health Professionals employees
recognized for 10 or more years of service to the area nonprot, home health and
hospice organization.
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Coyotes: The Myth & Its Realityeven skunks have been known to target
chickens, as well as several other smalldomesticated animals humans fancy
having around. In particular, minksvery much enjoy hunting rabbits, evenif they're in their cages.
“A coyote can't t through that sixinch hole in your rabbit's cage.” StatedKochert. “A mink sure can, though.”
That's not to say coyotes won't at-tack healthy domesticated animals. If
the risk is minimal, and the reward isgreat, they will absolutely go after live-stock. What usually keeps them away
is humans. Yet, if humans don't takethe proper steps to keep coyotes fromfeeling threatened by humanity, name-
ly trapping and hunting them, that canchange quite quickly.
“They get pretty brazen,” informedKochert on unimpeded coyote activity.“They start losing their fear.”
This is why hunting and trappingcoyotes is so important. Without that
natural deterrent, they begin to stray
closer to more populated areas insearch of food. Now seeing humans as
a non-threat, coyotes will be less likelyto hesitate when going after livestock orother domesticated animals.
Like horses. Those who feel as though coyotes are
a problem are able to hunt them, as the
state of Ohio labels them as varmints. This means that there is no restriction
on season or rearms for hunters seek-ing out coyotes. However, if hunting ona property other than one's own, they
will need to obtain a hunting license.More coyote hunters would be a wel-
come addition to Williams County. The
more they're hunted, the less likely coy-otes are to become anywhere near as
big an issue as people believe them tobe.
T.J. Hug can be reached at
102 Egly Dr., West Unity, OH, 43570419-924-2882
Solid Rock Community ChurchInspired by the Song of Solomon. It’s a music-drivenromantic drama about the things we all pursue…..loveand meaning. Perfect for any couple, singles who aredating, or families with older students. It is rated PG-13.
Friday, February 13th at 6 p.m.
No a dmiss ion f ee. Snack s ar e ava ilabl e for a do natio n.
Family Movie Night
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superintendent recognizes each board
member for their dedicated service to the
NwOESC governing board, as January
is Board Member Appreciation Monthin the State of Ohio. Their commitment
strengthens public education.
School Board Recognition Month
Proclamation
WHEREAS, it shall be the mission of
the Northwest Ohio Educational Service
Center to assist in providing all students
with the best possible education; and
WHEREAS, the governing board sets
the direction for the Educational Service
Center by envisioning the educational
future of the communities we serve; and
WHEREAS, the governing board
sets policies and procedures to govern
all aspects of the Educational Service
Center; and
WHEREAS, the governing board
keeps attention focused on progress
toward goals and maintains two-waycommunication with all segments of our
communities; and
WHEREAS, serving on a governing
board requires an unselsh devotion of
time and service to carry on the mission
and business of the Educational Service
Center; and
WHEREAS, the governing board must
respond on behalf of the communities to
the educational needs of students; and
WHEREAS, the governing board
voluntarily accepts the above-mentioned
responsibilities;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED that the Northwest Ohio
Educational Service Center does hereby
proclaim January 2015 as School Board
Recognition Month in Deance, Fulton,
Henry and Williams Counties. TheNorthwest Ohio Educational Service
Center encourages all citizens to publicly
and privately thank all school board
and governing board members for their
dedicated service to our children. School
Boards Strengthen Public Education!
•Ratied the appointment of Ken
Esterline to the Four County Career
Center Joint Vocational School District
Board of Education for a three year term
of ofce to commence on
January 1, 2015 and expire
on December 31, 2017.
• Ratied the
appointment of Carol Kleck
to the Four County Career
Center Joint Vocational
School District Board of
Education for a three yearterm of ofce to commence
on January 1, 2015 and
expire on December 31,
2017.
• Ratied the
appointment of Ron
Crawford to the Four
County Career Center Joint
Vocational School District
Board of Education for a
three year term of ofce
to commence on January
1, 2015 and expire on
December 31, 2017.
• Ratied the
appointment of William
Green to the Penta Career
Center Joint Vocational
School District Board ofEducation for a three year
term of ofce to commence
on January 1, 2015 and
expire on December 31,
2017.
•Reports/Discussion:
OSBA LEGISLATIVE LIAISON: Mr.
Baker reported on discussion and
activity at the state level to review the
“testing burden” on students related tostate testing and accountability system
requirements. Topics of interest are
time spent on testing, practice testing,
Kindergarten Readiness Assessment,
Third Grade Reading Guarantee Fall
administration, diagnostic assessments,
and Students Learning Objective
requirements. Discussion will be on-
going.
SUPERINTENDENT: Mrs. Gearhart
reported that planning is underway for
Fall Staff Meeting and the Administrative
Conference 2015. A summary of
statewide ESC services was shared. An
update on instructional hours missed
due to inclement weather was provided.
Work continues with area districts and
colleges/universities on College Credit
Plus. Mr. Lero, custodian/maintenance atthe IEC, is to be commended for his work
in keeping our facility there compliant
with EPA and other requirements. An
update on the main facility HVAC and
lighting systems was shared.
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER: Mrs.
Pietrykowski reported the on-site audit is
wrapping up this week. Mid-year Program
Costs were handed out in early January,
and Initial Estimates will be handed
out soon for FY16. Work continues on
Affordable Care Act implementation and
compliance. 1,010 W-2’s and 55 1009s
were issued this month.
DIRECTOR OF SPECIAL EDUCATION:
Mrs. Gilliland reported on the Read
Aloud Guidance for Ohio’s New State
Tests, as disseminated by ODE recently.
Discussed were testing accommodationsfor students with disabilities or eligible
for 504 accommodations.
•As all of the business of the evening
was complete, meeting adjourned at 8:05
p.m. The next regular meeting of the
board will be held Tuesday, February 24,
2015 at 7:00 pm at the NwOESC ofce
located at 205 Nolan Parkway, Archbold,
OH.INFORMATION PROVIDED
1967 Wauseon Art Guild
REFLECTIONS OF THE PAST
ART GUILD ... Row 1: B. Hasselschwert, K. Mercer, J. Clark, S. Fink, C. Miller, D.
Woodward, J. Huner, D. Whitmer. Row 2: P. Davis, P. Conway, C. Ledyard, K. O’Neil,
A. Seigneur, J. Kahle, B. vonSeggern, C. Roth, G. Colon. Row 3: K. Lamb, M. Roth, D.
Wagner, L. vonSeggern, J. Weber, D. Cogan, J.B. Stevens, R. Clark.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11TH, 2015 “THE VILLAGE REPORTER” - YOUR HOMETOWN NEWS SOURCE - 11
By: Shar Dimick
THE VILLAGE REPORTER
Wauseon Mayor Kathy Huner
commended the Public Service
Department at the February 2 council
meeting for their hard work and long
hours keeping the streets of Wauseon
clear after 15.2 inches of snow fell on thecity in a 24-hour period.
Dennis Richardson, Director of Public
Service said “As all storms are this was a
unique storm as far as how long it lasted,
its intensity, the winds that came with
it, we decided early on that we were not
going to be able to treat it as a normal
storm where we have forces all come in
a clear off the streets immediately. We
knew had to take a defensive position at
rst.”
Richardson said that beginning at 6
AM Sunday morning two crews began
working to keep the primary streets open
and “by 7:30 PM they had all 15 of their
guys out on every piece of equipment we
owned.”
Huner said she received “a lot of callsabout why the secondary roads were not
done and also about the levels. Talking
with the Chief [of Police, Keith Torbet],
the reasons that we don’t go up [to level
3] is the fact having the hospital, having
people in the city limits that can get to
work. If are roads are passable it is good
to keep them open for that reason alone.
Thanks to public works we were able to
keep them open.”
Councilor Shane Chamberlin asked
Richardson if there was a way to know if
all the roads have been touched. He said
that some citizens wondered if their road
had been forgotten. Richardson said “by
sometime last night there had been a
truck everywhere at least once, but with
the blowing and drifting it was hard, but
the guys are always communicating witheach other.”
Torbet said if people are concerned
about their road they can contact the
Police Department as they are in constant
contact with the plow crews during the
storm.
In other business, council passed:
•Emergency ordinances effective
immediately to amend Section 139 of
the Codied Ordinances of Wauseon
regarding Fire Department rules,
regulations and membership and to
approve the new positions on the redepartment along with their pay scales.
The new positions are rst assistant
chief, second assistant chief, captain/
EMT-paramedic, captain/EMT,
lieutenant/EMT-paramedic, lieutenant/
EMT, reghter/ENT-paramedic and
reghter/EMT. A Civil Service test for
these positions will be held March 7.
•Emergency resolution designating
Public Depositories, awarding public
monies and authorizing the mayor to
sign memoranda of agreements with the
Public Depositories effective immediately.
•Emergency resolution to authorize
the mayor to enter into an agreement with
Countywide Emergency Management
Agency effective immediately.
•Third reading of Resolution 2015-
4 to authorize the mayor to enterinto a client services agreement with
Medicount Management, Inc. for EMS
billing services effective in 30 days.
•Second reading of a resolution to
establish that if a new pool is built it will
be built at Reighard Park
•A motion to accept the Justice
Assistance Grant – Law Enforcement.
•A motion to approve the Building and
Grounds Committee recommendation
to grant an easement to Rover Pipeline
for a gas pipeline across the bike path
east of Carter Lumber pending NORTA
approval.
•A motion to approve the Street
Committee recommendation to grant
Toledo Edison an easement in the
City’s right of way along the east side ofGlenwood Avenue from Airport Highway
to just south of Banister Drive for an
underground electricity utility.
Shar may be reached at [email protected]
Wauseon’s Public Service
Commended On HandlingOf Recent Winter Storm
PHOTO BY SHAR DIMICK, STAFF
KEEPING ROADS CLEAN ... Despite the temporary piles of snow lining the center
of Fulton Street, the Public Service Department made sure primary roads remained
passable throughout the winter storm.
PHOTO PROVIDED
FEBRUARY BIRTHDAYS ... Happy Birthday to the following seniors who celebrated
February birthdays at the Fulton County Senior Center, Wauseon. Pictured: Front,
left to right: Joan Ziegler, Eva Dickey, Joann Lawrence, Mary Gype, Joyce Plassman.
Back: Julius Hoste.
Fulton County Seniors Celebrate
Their Birthdays In Wauseon
FINDLAY, OH -- Kasey Riegsecker of Wauseon, 43567, graduated from The
University of Findlay in December 2014. Riegsecker received the following: bachelor
of science in animal science.
Wauseon Native GraduatesFrom The University Of Findlay
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Unity Water Conditioning over 20 years
starting out as a secretary and moving up
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In addition to the great presentations throughout theday, participants will receive a soybean managementnotebook. The notebook will include the followingpublications:
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• Protable Soybean Disease Management Guide• Corn, Soybean, Wheat and Alfalfa Guide• Soybean Growth & Development Guide
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To download the registration form, go to fulton.osu.edu or if you have questions, call 419-337-9210. Pre-registration of $70 is due by February 10th. Limitedto 40 seats. After February 10th, registration is $100(space permitting).
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By: Timothy Kays
THE VILLAGE REPORTER
Members of the Montpelier ExemptedVillage Board of Education convenedin regular session on the evening ofFebruary 5.
Items from Elementary PrincipalLance Thorp's report included mentionof the D.A.R.E. graduation, which tookplace on January 16. He also reportedthat the third graders participated ina PARCC (Partnership for Assessmentof Readiness for College and Career)practice test, known as an infrastructuretest. The purpose was to determine ifthe school's technology is capable ofhandling all the data needed for thetest. "I'm proud and glad to say that itall went well, District-wide, and not justfor the third grade," reported Mr. Thorp.
High School Principal Su Thorp
reported that the recent Blood Drivenetted 42 units, topping the challengegoal, and earning the school a $250scholarship to be awarded to a fortunatemember of the Montpelier Class of 2015.
In nancial matters, the Board movedto approve the nancial statements forthe month of January, and accepteda donation of 1,874.00 from F.I.R.S.T.Club, to be given to Girls’ Basketball. The Board agreed to a cash advanceof $35,000 from the General Fund tothe Permanent Improvement Fund, tobe repaid in August of 2015, and thecreation of fund number 300-9460 forthe Jazz Band.
In matters of the employment of
certied staff, the Board approved amaternity leave for Kaitlin Brancheau,beginning April 6, 2015, through theend of the 2014-15 school year. The
Board approved the graduate hours forDavid Bauer and Alysha Saneholtz forthe 2014-2015 school year, and agreedto authorize Athletic Director JosephBrigle to secure workers for high schooland junior high school Ohio High SchoolAthletic Association tournaments, asneeded, for the 2014-15 school year.Receiving supplemental contracts forthe 2014-15 school year were Lance
Thorp as Head Baseball Coach; TimothyFord as Varsity Baseball Assistant; Taylor Muehlfeld as JV Baseball Coach; Troy Roth as Head Track Coach; BlayneBible and Anthony Coleman as Varsity Track Assistants, and David Apple and Jason Johnston as Junior High TrackCoaches.
In matters pertaining to theemployment of classied staff, the Boardagreed to employ Carla Rice as DistrictInterim CFO/Treasurer, beginningFebruary 5, 2015, thru March 15, 2015at $27.73 per hour, then extending hera three year-plus contract as DistrictCFO/Treasurer beginning March 16,2015 thru July 31, 2018 at a salary of$76,000.
The Board authorized AthleticDirector Joseph Brigle to secure workersfor high school and junior high schoolOhio High School Athletic Associationtournaments, as needed, for the 2014-15 school year. Supplemental contractsfor the 2014-2015 school year wereawarded to Scott Goodnight as Varsity Track Assistant; Darrin Repp as HeadSoftball Coach; Greg Repp as a VarsitySoftball Assistant; BrookeWatts as JV SoftballCoach, and SamanthaBrubaker as a SoftballVolunteer.
The Board moved toapprove an agreement withFrontier Communicationof America, Inc., and in
an annual housekeepingmeasure, agreed toapprove a resolutionaccepting the amounts
and rates determined by the BudgetCommission, authorizing the necessarytax levies and certifying them to theCounty Auditor.
In his Legislative Report, Mr. ChrisWurm noted that the Governor'sproposed budget has been released forscal years 2016 and 2017. Proposedchanges in school funding were noted,proposing changing the funding
priorities from being based uponcommunity size, to that of communityincome.
The Student Achievement LiaisonReport of Mr. Darrell Higbie againrecognized high achieving students,as nominated by their teachers. Beingrecognized this month were…
Mallory Hornung – 1st gradeSabrina Wiyrick – 2nd grade
Eli Fackler – 3rd gradeGavin Zyjewski – 4th gradeHeath Frantom – 5th grade
Caden Parm – 6th gradeEthan Marihugh – 6th grade
Prior to adjournment, the Boardretired into executive session forthe purpose of the appointment,
employment, dismissal, discipline,promotion, demotion or compensationof an employee or the investigationof charges or complaints against anemployee, ofcial, licensee, or student.No action was taken as a result of theexecutive session deliberations.
Timothy Kays can be reached at
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PHOTO BY TIMOTHY KAYS, STAFF
STUDENT RECOGNITIONS FOR JANUARY … Students on hand for specialachievement recognitions at the February 5 meeting of the Montpelier ExemptedVillage Board of Education were front - Mallory Hornung – 1st grade, SabrinaWiyrick – 2nd grade, and Eli Fackler – 3rd grade. Back - Heath Frantom – 5thgrade, Caden Parm – 6th grade, and Ethan Marihugh – 6th grade.
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What was Seattle’scoaching staff think-
ing on that famous
drive when Russell
Wilson threw an in-
terception on the 1
yard line? Unless
you are inside their
headsets, sat in the
lm rooms, partici-
pated in the endless
team meetings and
coaches conferenc-
es…it’s a mystery to
us all! Right?
How does a team
with all the skill, ath-
leticism, and drive
still to lose to an un-derdog opponent? It’s a mystery, right?
Did that superstar athlete commit a crime? Did
that college athlete sign autographs for money? It’s
a mystery, right?
It seems that on the eld and off the eld we can
easily be bafed with the mystery of what really took
place. We are left scratching our heads, voicing our
opinions on the matter, and yet in the end we aren’t
really sure what took place…so we call it a mystery!
I would love to say that I know God, and that
I know Him well. But yet God and His ways are
still a mystery to me. There are times in my lifewhen I’d like to believe I know exactly what is going
on. I’d like to believe that I can make sense of dif-
cult times, and actually control my life and my sur-
rounding circumstances. But I can’t. I’m human
and I’m limited in what I can do and how I think.
I’m limited in knowledge and understanding. And
because this is true that which goes on around me,
especially spiritual things, are a mystery to me at
times. I can’t predict and control my life, my sport,
my vocation…
A man by the name of Job struggled with so
many issues and adversities, but in the end he con-
fessed, “Surely I spoke of things I did not under-
stand, things too wonderful for me to know.”
So I rest in this truth; God will never be predict-
able or controllable. He is mysterious. But God is
also trustworthy, so when my circumstances go bad
for me or my loved ones I trust Him. I trust God toduring mysterious and confusing times. I trust God
to make sense of things that don’t make sense to
me. I trust God.
Is God mysterious? Yes, we must also admit that
He is trustworthy. So just like walking in the dark,
when you can’t seem to see your path clearly, you
walk slowly. Smaller steps, but yet you still keep
moving. Trust God, keep moving forward in your
life.
For more reading, check out: I Timothy 3:16,
Job 1:20-22, Hebrews 6:18-20
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How do you clear your
mind, heart, conscience
of past sin? Many in ourculture turn to alcohol or
some other mind-alteringsubstance to rid themselvesof guilt, shame, sin, that
which no chemical or
other known remedy canbring relief. Consequently,
paranormal events, or
man-made traditions have
been concocted to substitute as a cleansing agent forthat which there has been one and only one cure,
the substitutionary life, death and resurrection of
Jesus Christ for sin. For example, consider with meas reported in PreachingToday.com; the sensational
effort of the people of India to rid themselves of sin…
The Kumbh Mela is the largest gathering onearth. During its last celebration in 2013, it was
conservatively estimated that around ten million
people gathered in Northern India. The Kumbh Mela
(or the “pitcher fair”) takes place every four years.In 2013, the festival was called the Maha (meaning
“Super”) Kumbh Mela, which happens only once
every 144 years. It is estimated that this Kumbhcost around 210 million dollars whiled generating
approximately ten times that amount in revenue.
Hindu tradition says that there was a war betweenthe gods and the demons over divine nectar, and in
the process, four drops of nectar fell from the pitcher.
These fell on four different locations, which overlapthe cities where the Kumbh is held. One of those
drops fell at Haridwar where the river Ganges ows,
while another fell at the Sangam. The Sangam is theconuence of three rivers—the Ganga, Yamuna, and
the mythological river Saraswati. The other two drops
fell at Kshipra in Ujjain and Godawari. A dip in these
rivers on auspicious dates during the Kumbh is saidto rid pilgrims of their sins.
Anyone who reads the newspaper and honestlyreects on it is hard-pressed to deny the reality anduniversality of sin. Through the ages, humans have
tried to rid themselves of sin and its consequences.
Religious rituals, idols, journeys, and sacrices haveall tried to assuage and comfort the sinner’s heart,
but have been found wanting … In the Christian
religion, grace that is made available through thedeath and resurrection of Jesus is the very fount
which offers release from the burden of sin and
restores our relationship with God … Thus, we can
confess Jesus as Lord anytime, anywhere, and wewill be saved! It makes one gasp in wonder at the
overarching simplicity and compelling elegance of
this very good news. This is why we read in scripture…Acts 4:12
(NKJV), “12 Nor is there salvation in any other, for
there is no other name under heaven given among
men by which we must be saved.”No other name, no other remedy, no other
paranormal event, nothing, no one to cleanse us of
sin but Jesus.
Rick Jones previously served on the staff of Deance Area Youth for Christ for 36 years, rst as a ministry coordinator and later asExecutive Director. Rick is currently a pastor of an area local church.
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HOW DO YOU CLEAR YOUR MIND, HEART,
CONSCIENCE OF PAST SIN?
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February 2, 2015 — The American Red Cross
encourages eligible donors to help ensure a
sufcient and diverse blood supply by giving blood
this February.Since the beginning of the year, widespread u
and inclement winter weather in some parts of
the country have prevented many regular donors
from making or keeping their blood donation
appointments. Healthy and diverse blood donors are
needed to help maintain a sufcient blood supply.
Diversity among blood donors is important
because red blood cells carry markers that
determine one’s blood type, and certain blood types
are unique to specic racial and ethnic groups.
Blood must be matched very closely for those
patients with rare blood types or for those who need
repeated transfusions. Patients are less likely to
have complications from blood donated by someone
with a similar ethnicity.
All blood types are needed, especially types
O negative, A negative and B negative. To learn
more about donating blood and to schedule an
appointment, download the Red Cross Blood Donor
App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED
CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
Upcoming blood donation opportunities in
Williams County:
2/20/2015: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.,First Lutheran Church
Stryker, 701 South Deance St. in Stryker.
2/27/2015: 7:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Bryan High
School,
150 S Portland in Bryan.
2/27/2015: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.,
The Enrichment Center,
11246 State Rt 15 in Montpelier.
How to donate blood
Simply download the American Red Cross Blood
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CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to make an appointment
or for more information. All blood types are needed
to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood
donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of
identication are required at check-in. Individuals
who are 17 years of age (16 with parental consent
in some states), weigh at least 110 pounds and arein generally good health may be eligible to donate
blood. High school students and other donors 18
years of age and younger also have to meet certain
height and weight requirements.
INFORMATION PROVIDED
Red Cross Needs Donors Of All BloodTypes To Maintain A Diverse Blood Supply
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• SEASONAL POOL EMPLOYEE whose duties would include assisting the
Park Supervisor with lifeguard scheduling, time sheets, organization, record
keeping, and any other duties as needed or required. Position would be 30
hours a week or less. Applicant must be 18 years or older. Questions about
this position should be directed to Don Brown, Park Supervisor at 419-485-
5389.
• SEASONAL PARK MAINTENANCE EMPLOYEE whose duties would in-
clude assisting with spring and fall mowing, weed eating, general park mainte-nance, and any other duties as needed or required. Position would be 30 hours
a week or less. Applicant must be 18 years or older and have a valid driver’s
license. Questions about this position should be directed to Don Brown, Park
Supervisor at 419-485-5389.
• SEASONAL PARK MAINTENANCE EMPLOYEE whose duties would in-
clude summer mowing, weed eating, maintaining ball diamonds, picking up
trash, cleaning restrooms, general park maintenance, and any other duties as
needed or required. Position would be 40 hours a week or less. Applicant must
be 16 years or older and have a valid driver’s license. Questions about this
position should be directed to Don Brown, Park Supervisor at 419-485-5389.
• SEASONAL LIFEGUARD FOR THE MONTPELIER MUNICIPAL POOL
who would have a valid lifeguard certicate, would be responsible for opening
and closing pool maintenance, and any other duties as needed or required,
including, but not limited to, public swim lessons and water aerobics. Position
would be 40 hours a week or less. Applicant must be 15 years or older. Ques-
tions about this position should be directed to Don Brown, Park Supervisor at419-485-5389.
• SEASONAL RECREATION EMPLOYEE whose duties would include
working in the concession stand, assisting with spring garden maintenance,
and any other duties as needed or required. Position would be 40 hours a
week or less. Applicant must be 15 years or older. Questions about this posi-
tion should be directed to Sandy Gordon, Recreation Director at 419-485-3496.
• SEASONAL RECREATION EMPLOYEE whose duties would include as-
sisting with summer crafts, programs, & activities, assisting with garden main -
tenance, and any other duties as needed or required. Position would be 40
hours a week or less. Applicant must be 16 years or older and have a valid
driver’s license. Questions about this position should be directed to Sandy
Gordon, Recreation Director at 419-485-3496.
Anyone interested in seasonal summer employment with the various de-
partments in the Village of Montpelier should pick up an application at the
Montpelier Utility Ofce (211 N. Jonesville St., Montpelier). Work will include
various tasks and any other duties as needed or required. Position would be
40 hours a week or less. Applicant must be 16 years old or older and have a
valid driver’s license. Applications are due by March 2, 2015 at the Utility Of -
ce. Questions about available positions or duties should be directed to Pam
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There was a packedhouse at the GilletteBuilding Saturday nightfor the Fair Board’s 3rdannual Reverse Rafe.
With 300 tickets sold,there was barely an empty
seat for the fundraiser andthe night was ablaze withactivities for everyone.
Some of the fundraisingevents included a reverserafe, 50/50 drawing,auction, silent auction,and rafe ticket drawingsfor other merchandise,including Stoney Ridgewine, homemade Apple Pieliqueur, and an amazingassortment of guns andbows.
The dinner wascatered by Sooz Cateringin Pioneer, musicentertainment providedby Jamie J. Shaffer of
SHOWTIME DJ andPHOTO BOOTH, and theMC for the evening was JB Orendorff, formerannouncer with WBNO/WQCT radio.
Without a lot of helpfrom the state for buildingupkeep, Reverse RafeChairman Chuck Wallacesaid the board uses all of
the fundraiser’s proceedsfor building maintenanceat the fairgrounds.
So many in thecommunity contributedto this event by donatingitems or time. Not onlydoes the Fair Board prot
from such an event, but thebenets continue to owback into the community. The fundraiser was anamazing success.
For more informationabout upcoming events,or to nd out how to
become a volunteer, visitthe Williams County Fairwebsite at wcofair.com orcheck out their page onFacebook.
Helen may be reached at [email protected]
Williams County Fair Board’s Reverse Rafe Huge Success
PHOTOS BY HELEN ELKINS, STAFF
NAME CALLING…Master of Ceremonies for the eveningwas none other than former announcer for WBNO/WQCT radio, JB Orendorff.
WATCH THE TUBE…Rafe winner Melissa Stark proudly displayed her 40” LED TV prize.
FARMING FOR FUNDS…One auction item was thisadorable but sturdy battery operated tractor andtrailer set.
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