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WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 7TH, 2016 (USPS 168-440) - VOLUME 8 EDITION 46

THIS WEEK IN Fulton County Sheriff’s Bryan Shelter Helps Family Heal
After Accident, Loss Of Home
THE Department Welcomes

vILLAGE reporter K-9 Fazzo To The Team

Rising Singer With Local Justin Galbraith who has
Roots Has Overcome been with the Sheriff de-
Obstacles En Route partment since 2007.
To Stardom
•••• Imported from the
Czech Republic, Fazzo
Fulton County To Abandon first competed as a sport-
Airport Sewer Facility, ing dog before entering
into the law enforcement
Connect To Wauseon's System division. Prior to coming
•••• to the United States, all
of his training had been
Metamora Residents completed except for the
Kick Off The Christmas narcotics portion. Deputy
Season With A Parade Galbraith and Fazzo spent
six weeks together train-
•••• ing in Lima where Fazzo
Edon High School Students was trained to respond to
Perform "Bye, Bye Birdie" his handler’s voice.

•••• On November 2nd,
Cuts For Kidz Event: Fazzo officially became a
To Call It A Success Is A part of the Fulton Coun-
Huge Understatement ty Sheriff K-9 unit. Faz-
zo is a patrol dog which
•••• means he is certified in
obedience, building and
HOMETOWN ATHLETIC NEWS & PHOTOS FOR WILLIAMS & FULTON COUNTY SCHOOLS IN NORTHWEST OHIO area searches, criminal
apprehension, tracking
“THE HOMETOWN” suspects and lost people,
handler protection, and
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 7TH, 2016 A WEEKLY SPORTS PUBLICATION COURTESY OF "THE VILLAGE REPORTER" narcotics searches and
tracking. A major focus
Hilltop Lady Cadets Manage To Beat Edon By Only One Point By: Tammy Allison will be the narcotic issues PHOTO BY JAMES PRUITT, STAFF
THE VILLAGE REPORTER that are prevalent in the
local surrounding areas. A NEW START ... Chelsea and Chris Smith have been able to save up for a new
The Fulton County place to live after being housed at The Sanctuary in downtown Bryan. The couple
Sheriff Department re- Fazzo is available for lost their West Unity apartment following an accident last year and Chris losing his
cently welcomed a new community presentations job to watch the children while Chelsea underwent several surgeries.
addition to their team, for schools, Scout groups,
PHOTO BY TIMOTHY KAYS, STAFF K-9 Fazzo, a three year CONTINUED ON PAGE 5 By: James Pruitt Chris has now gotten a new job at
GOING THE OTHER WAY ... Felicity Jackson of Hilltop old German Shepherd. THE VILLAGE REPORTER Kamco in West Unity. He has completed
grabs a defensive rebound, while Samantha Wiedmer of Fazzo joins Maggie as the his probationary period. At the plant,
Edon looks for an opportunity to swipe the ball away. second K-9 to the unit. A favorite Christmas song states, “I’ll Chris runs a press and is being trained
Fazzo’s handler is Deputy Be Home for Christmas,” and that state- on driving a forklift, he said.
ment means a lot for Chelsea Smith who
Fulton County Native Terry James along with husband, Christopher, and Since coming to the shelter, and
Is An Author Following His Dreams three children are spending the holidays with the new job, the family has saved
at The Sanctuary in downtown Bryan. enough money to be able to get their
By: Tammy Allison Fast forward thirty years, a few own place next month, Chelsea said.
THE VILLAGE REPORTER months before his father died, James Not too long ago, there was some They could have moved out this month,
shared that his father stated that he doubt about if the 22-year-old mother but their vehicle needed to go into the
Swanton native Terry had no regrets in life but wished he had would be around at all after all the in- shop, she said.
James was not an English been in a band. When his father passed juries she sustained in a Nov. 3, 2015,
major in college nor would away, James says something inside of crash with a cement truck. She was The shelter is a ministry of the Grace
he describe himself as a him was ignited. He realized that he ejected from the family’s minivan. Community Church of Bryan. Attend-
stellar English student in wanted to leave a legacy of some sort of ing the church or one approved by the
high school. The local au- himself. This was the fire he needed ... She was on a ventilator for three days mission is a requirement for staying at
thor is somebody who has and hospitalized for two weeks. Since The Sanctuary. The Smiths learned of it
a love of storytelling and CONTINUED ON PAGE 5 then she has had several surgeries to through their church.
a dream he decided was repair various internal injuries includ-
worth believing in. ing major reconstruction of her pelvis. There is a family apartment, one for
Three vertebrae were broken and her single women and one for single men.
Sometime in either spleen and liver were lacerated as well. People have to be employed or demon-
eighth or ninth grade, he strate they are looking for work. Those
recalls his interest in writ- The family paid a high price with the unemployed are pointed toward com-
ing being stirred. While his crash as their 6-month-old daughter munity service opportunities.
peers wrote about sports died in the crash.
and crimes for a writing Chris helps load donations for distri-
assignment for an Ameri- Chris and the family’s other children bution three days a week.
can Literature project, he suffered minor injuries, but thanks to
created a fictional society their car seats being properly installed, Pastor Mike Kelly or an assistant
of humanity where society the young children survived. checks in on the family three days a
existed underground. Af- week to see how everything is going,
ter he read it in front of his “The doctor thanked us for having Chelsea said. They helped get Chris
class, a classmate leaned them facing backwards,” Chelsea said. rides to work while his vehicle was in
over and asked, “Where the shop, she said.
did you copy that from?” The losses, however, continued to
pile up. When they moved in, Kelly helped the
This experience did two things for family write down a budget. Their medi-
him. First, James says he realized that Because Chelsea required so many cal expenses are covered, but they still
he had a knack for telling a story. Sec- surgeries to reconstruct her body, and a have legal fees and a storage unit to pay
ond, it silenced the writer in him. The lack of a family support network, Chris for.
response of indifference he had received lost his job because he had to watch his
from his classmates led him to the con- children while his wife was in surgery. “They take our check and hand back
clusion that no one really cared about money for our bills,” Chelsea said. “The
his writing. He focused on other things “We got behind on our bills because rest goes into a savings account.”
throughout high school and the years Chris couldn’t work,” Chelsea said.
that followed. Even though there is light at the end
Their church, First Assembly of God of the tunnel, there is still a long road to
of Bryan, stepped up and helped as best go for the family. Two of the three chil-
it could. The lead pastor’s daughter dren have health issues and Chelsea
watched the children free of charge. has two more surgeries to undergo.

The family eventually was evicted “I just got out of the hospital on Mon-
from their apartment, but fortunately day,” Chelsea said.
were able to get a room at the shelter.
The family said their former landlord Still, she’s happy to be with her fam-
worked with them as long as he could, ily and the world.
and told them he would rent to them
again when they got back on their feet, “I’m here,” Chelsea said.
Chelsea said.
James Pruitt may be reached at
[email protected]

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Rising Singer With Local Roots Has Overcome Obstacles En Route To Stardom

PHOTOS PROVIDED what that meant to her career emer- BEFORE ... Dani Dease now proves that
gence. “At the age of 16 was when I really the absence of hair doesn’t define your
THE BAND ... Dani and the members of the band pose for a recent promotional began to take things serious with music beauty.
photo. and make it become a career. I love con-
necting with the audience and to have AFTER ... Dani Dease belts out the
By: Kent Hutchison me that I was their first concert! It felt the power to make them feel good/happy National Anthem prior to a Men’s Bas-
THE VILLAGE REPORTER great to touch lives through music.” is what makes me happy. ketball Game at Florida SouthWestern
State College on November 30th.
What began with singing in her school Dani went on to provide a more in- When asked who her musical inspi- ancing life out is probably what caused
choir and church praise team has blos- depth description of the early days of her rations were, Dani gave credit to sev- me to stress out so much. It was a lot to
somed into a consistently rising climb career. “I have always been interested in eral current popular artists. “Musically handle. School is already tough enough,
in the Country Music scene for Danielle music and singing. Growing up I always my influences were Carrie Underwood, especially taking so many classes and
(Dani) Dease. Dease, who is the 19 year sang in church and at festivals. I partici- Demi Lovato, and Ariana Grande. Their music degree requirements are no joke.
old daughter of former Montpelier resi- pated in the American Talent Showcase voices are phenomenal. I have also al- Right now I am taking things as they go.
dent, Jodee Husted and David Dease, as a side hobby. The event involved mod- ways been a big fan of Adele.” Dani ‘Go with the flow’ is my temporary mot-
and niece of Ohio Secretary of State Jon eling, singing and dancing.” Dani got her also noted that she has been fortunate to. You never know where life is going
Husted, has always had a love for music. first real singing deal at the age of 12. “I to work with some very talented people to take you, so stressing about making
got signed to a record label close to my and credited them for helping her get to sure everything goes a certain way is not
Dani, a life-long resident of Rock Hill, hometown in Charlotte, North Carolina. where she is today. “Kent Slucher and healthy. I learned that the hard way!
South Carolina, “officially” began her That led to my first album in 2011, titled James Cook from Luke Bryan’s band
career at 12 years of age performing a “Secret Admirer”. It was the first step- played the majority of the tracks for my Although her education and her mu-
New Year’s Eve party for about 100 kids ping stone in what got me started in my previous album. I also am working with sical career take up most of her time,
at Kate’s Skating Rink in the her home- career.” producer/guitarist, Darin Favorite, who Dani does have other interests. When
town. This pre-teen performance helped has worked with many other talented asked what those were, her sense of hu-
develop her love and aspirations to be a A few years later Dani met Julian artists.” mor shined. “Sleeping and eating. When-
professional recording artist. “For years Sundby and eventually signed with his ever I’m not doing homework or prac-
after that party younger kids would tell label Sunjewel Records. She described Dani has also been recognized on ticing/performing, sleep is my favorite
several music charts, both in the United thing and I am a food enthusiast. My
Spangler Candy Company States and internationally. She was #1 tiny body might not show it but I eat like
Donates To Christmas For Kids on She Wolf Radio for two weeks, and has a pig!” She also makes sure to set aside
been recognized on many other country time for her family and friends.
PHOTOS BY JAMES PRUITT, STAFF charts throughout the past year.
“Obviously, music is very important
GENEROUS DONATION ... Spangler President Bill Martin shows the check However, just when it seemed that all to me, however, so is my family who
from Medical Mutual that will be given to Christmas for Kids. Watching are was going well, both in her life in general are my biggest fans. Other than family,
Sharon Gillespie of Medical Mutual’s Toledo office and Mix 98.1 personality and her music career, things took an music will always be my first priority
Rick Small. unexpected twist. Suddenly Dani start- no matter what. If I ever was offered to
ing losing her long, gorgeous hair. A trip play/sing somewhere I would take it. My
BUNNY EARS ... The Dum Dum Drum Man photobombs some Spangler em- to the doctor resulted in some traumatic family is my greatest support system. I
ployees at the Christmas for Kids live remote by Mix 98.1. The company hosted news. She was diagnosed with Alope- honestly don’t know where I’d be with-
the radio station’s fundraising event at two different times Dec. 1. cia, which is defined as an autoimmune out them. Being so far away from them
disease, in which the immune system, at FSW (over 600 miles) has really made
By: James Pruitt Medical Mutual, which gave $5,000. which is designed to protect the body me cherish them and their company so
THE VILLAGE REPORTER “We are very pleased to be working from foreign invaders such as viruses much. They have helped me through ev-
and bacteria, mistakenly attacks the ery obstacle life had to offer.
As the weather turns colder, the with (Spangler President) Bill Martin hair follicles. This can lead to hair loss
excitement level for the Christmas For and his team,” Medical Mutual Direc- on the scalp and elsewhere. In most cas- As anyone can see, Dani is deter-
Kids promotion is rising. tor of Sales Sharon Gillespie said. es, hair falls out in small, round patches mined to take her education, and her
about the size of a quarter. In many cas- music career to the next level in spite
The latest stop for the crew from The check presentation had Small es, the disease does not extend beyond of any obstacles that may arise. There
Mix 98.1 and the Marine Corps Re- excited. a few bare patches. However, for Dani is no doubt this young rising star will
serves was the Spangler Candy Mu- the news was even more devastating as continue to climb the charts in the days,
seum when Rick Small and company “I like those big checks and this is she was identified with Alopecia Univer- months, and years ahead. However, no
camped out for two 2-hour shifts Dec. literally a big check, it’s hanging out of salis, which is the total loss of hair on matter how large a star she becomes
1. the envelope,” Small said. the scalp, face, and body. According to Dani remains grounded. She sums up
the American Academy of Dermatology, her philosophy like this, “I want to touch
The first shift was from 6-8 a.m. Small had Martin announce the this form of Alopecia only occurs in 5% listener’s lives one person at a time.
and allowed first shift workers to give amount. The check was made out to of persons afflicted with the condition. Whether it is a festival for 10,000 peo-
money and toys to the cause. The crew Spangler’s but the company has desig- ple or a showcase for 20, I love sharing
came back from 2-4 p.m. to get the sec- nated Christmas for Kids as it charity. Given this news, many would only my music and creating memories. I’m
ond shift workers and other donations. look at the negative side. Dani, however a small town girl ready to take on the
The check may be one of the larg- has taken the situation and made the world. I grew up in Rock Hill wanting to
Different departments showed up in est the charity has ever received, Small most of it. “It wasn’t until I had already sing and entertain audiences around the
their white smocks to donate cash with said. The six-week campaign brought lost half of my hair that I found out I had world. My debut album, ‘Born to Live,’
a total of $585 raised. The big gift came in $274,000 last year and the hope is alopecia. I had a tiny bald spot on my captures my drive to succeed. The up-
from Spangler’s insurance company, this year will bring in even more. hairline in April of this year and by the lifting album starts with title track ‘Born
end of May I decided to donate the rest to Live’, an empowering song about liv-
James Pruitt may be reached at of my hair (about 30%) and start all over. ing my dreams. The album is filled with
[email protected] genuine love songs and stories of stay-
When asked how she felt about the ing strong despite adversity. I live by the
condition and its effects on her, Dani words I sing. Whether it’s being brave,
made her optimistic outlook evident. “Of laid back, or loving someone completely,
course, nobody wants to lose all their the album shows the many sides of my
hair involuntarily. I had so much hair, outgoing personality. For myself being
and was often known for it. It was dev- an honest and positive role model is im-
astating. Especially with the lifestyle of portant.
always being in the public eye or be-
ing up on stage performing. Alopecia is For more information on Dani and
strictly just hair loss, and unfortunately to follow her career, she can be liked on
mine was induced by stress. There have Facebook by searching Dani Dease, or
been some successful cases where the followed on Twitter @danidease and on
hair grows back in, but I have Alopecia Instagram at danidease. Her music can
Universalis, which is the worst form. I also be found on iHeartDani.com as well
do have hope that it will come back as on YouTube, iTunes and Amazon Mu-
someday, I just need to chill out! Haha! sic.
It has been positive and negative. The
negatives are obvious; lack of femininity, Kent Hutchison can be reached at
stares, and not being able to do anything [email protected]
different with it or dress it up. However,
I believe the positives outweigh the bad.
I feel like I can be a role model or some-
one to look up to for people that may
have similar insecurities. I want girls
(and boys) to know that it is okay to be
different, and we don’t have to cover up
our “flaws” just because society thinks
we should. I want people to believe in
themselves and for them to know there
is always hope and I want them to feel
comforted by my choice to go ‘wig-less’.”

The sudden onset of Alopecia had a
challenging effect on her music career as
well. Dani explained. “My music career
took a sad halt over the summer due
to my condition. Fortunately, it is pick-
ing right back up and I am slowly, but
surely, getting back on track. My album
is on iTunes titled “Born To Live” and I
am hopeful to play more shows in the
very near future.” Her plan to get back
in action is in full force as on November
29, she performed the National Anthem
prior to the start of both the Women’s
and Men’s Basketball Games at Florida
SouthWestern State College. On Decem-
ber 3rd, she and the band performed at
the Florida Everblades Hockey Team Pre-
game Tailgate Party. After taking some
time off over Christmas break to be with
family and friends in Rock Hill, Dani in-
dicates she will hit the ground running
with plans already set for events that will
include shows, radio tours, and benefits.
She explains what each event means to
her. “As of now each performance in my
mind is a big performance, each one ex-
ceeds the last. So it’s always changing!”

While busy with her musical career,
Dani is also focusing on her education.
Now in her third semester of her sec-
ond year at Florida SouthWestern State
College, in Fort Myers, Florida, Dani is
following her dream majoring in Music.
When asked what challenges she faces
in her career besides dealing with the
Alopecia, Dani shared, “Honestly bal-

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Williams County Board Edon High School Students
Waives Waiting Period For
Insurance For Elected Officials Perform “Bye, Bye Birdie”

By: James Pruitt was scheduled to start Nov. 30. PHOTOS PROVIDED
THE VILLAGE REPORTER Accepted a letter from Prosecuting
BYE, BYE BIRDIE ... Edon High School presented the classic play “Bye, Bye Birdie,”
The Williams Board of County Com- Attorney Katherine J. Zartman stating to the community and the town came out strong in its support. The Friday night
missioners met briefly Monday after- she would not be engaged in private (Nov. 18) performance was sold out, advisor Christina Perry said. “The show was
noon Nov. 28 following the cancellation practice of law during the term begin- well-received,” Perry said. “The community enjoyed it.”
of its morning session. ning Jan. 2, 2017. CAST AND CREW ... The cast of Bye Bye Birdie performed by Edon High School
students are: Albert Peterson: Logan Bloir; Rose Alvarez: Melody Nofziger; Kim
The board had to cancel the 9 a.m. Selected two quotes for work at the Macafee: Hannah Kaylor; Conrad Birdie: Hunter Hodapp; Hugo: Cameron Reed;
session due to one commissioner hav- Common Pleas Court. Mr. Macafee: Riley Manahan; Mrs. Macafee: Alyssa Maier; Randolph Macafee: Trey
ing requested the day off and another Whitney; Ursula Merkle: Riley Bloir; Mrs. Merkle: Shaylee Manahan; Mae “Mama”
called away for a family emergency. The The first was $2,500 from Home Peterson: Eliza Zulch; Harvey Johnson: Brayden Bauer; Helen: Tamara Mills; Nan-
board met at noon when Lewis Hilkert Sweet Home to paint the Magistrate’s cy: Karissa Sonneberger; Alice: Desi Bohn. Margie: Faith Livensparger; Deborah
arrived from his day off. Chamber and Courtroom 2. Other Sue (Suzie): Emily Fox; Penelope: Lindsey Goebel; Sad Girl #1: Paige Schaffter; Sad
quotes came from Elegant Finishes Girl #2: Jordan Runyan; One Girl: Kayla Kurtz; The Mayor: Dru Walkowski; The
The board paid bills, approved min- ($14,244) and Joe Posey ($1,960). Mayor’s Wife: Aly Bergdall; 1st Reporter: Marta Pennacchio; 2nd Reporter: Net-
utes, received the Dog Warden’s report ta Halonen; Cameraman: Shane Zulch; Mr. Johnson: Kase Hug; Traveler: Darius
for August-October and passed a few The second quote was for carpeting Kurtz; Trainman/Conductor: Kase Hug; Girl’s Voice: Murphy Smith; Man’s Voice:
minor resolutions. for the Magistrate’s Chamber, Court- Shane Zulch; Another Voice: Cameron Reed; Third Voice: Dru Walkowski; Fourth
room 2, Judge’s Chamber and Assign Voice: Brayden Bauer; Gloria Rasputin:Samantha Trausch; Bartender/Maude:
The board approved immediate in- Comm Office for $5,155.14 from Carpet Brayden Bauer; Dishwasher: Riley Manahan; 1st Customer: Dru Walkowski and
surance coverage through CEBCO for Wholesale. Partee’s quoted $8,380.70. 2nd Customer: Darius Kurtz.
new commissioner Terry Rummel. His
coverage will begin Jan. 3, 2017, with Accepted the resignation of Paul Var-
the typical waiting period waived. That go as a part-time driver home delivery
resolution was rescinded Dec. 1 due to for the Bryan Senior Center. His retire-
new language. ment is effective Dec. 30, 2016.

The new resolution alters the lan- Accepted a Goods and Services con-
guage to waive the waiting period for all tract with Perry Pro Tech for a virtual
local elected officials. The change came infrastructure replacement not to ex-
after discussions with Senior Benefit ceed $200,772.97. The contract was
Specialist Melissa Bodey. The change recommended by IT Supervisor Jeremy
took immediate effect. Suffel.

The board approved a rental agree- Approved an LPA Bridge Loan Rating
ment between the county and Jobs and agreement between Engineer Todd Roth
Family Services for 212 square feet of and the Ohio Department of Transpor-
office space at 1425 E. High St. The tation for $2,640. Fifty percent will be
lease runs from Dec. 1 through Dec. reimbursed from CEAO (County Engi-
21, 2017. neers Association of Ohio).

The dog pound report from Pam Approved an agreement between
Welch: Williams County Recorder Patti Rockey
and ACS Xerox to grant permission to
Aug. - Sept. - Oct. sell images to Black Knight Real Estate
Dogs picked up - 15 - 11 - 15 Data Solutions. ACS will pull image and
send to Black Knight and will split the
Surrendered - 0 - 1 - 0 monthly revenue with the county. The
Reclaimed - 7 - 4 - 10 agreement runs from Jan. 1 through
Sold/rescued - 4 - 7 - 7 Dec. 31, 2017.
Destroyed - 1 - 0 - 0
Fees collected - $395 - $295 - $370 Accepted the resignation of Roger
Walters from the Maintenance Depart-
At the Dec. 1 meeting the board ap- ment and hired Peter Coolman as a full-
proved: time assistant custodian.

Hiring Velma S. Osburn as an Eligi- James Pruitt may be reached at
bility Referral Specialist 2 at the Jobs [email protected]
and Family Services department. She

Stryker FFA Students Already
Enjoying A Successful Year

Red Cross Urges Donors To Give
The Perfect Gift This Winter

It’s a new year, and that means that Williams county fair. Many students FORT WAYNE, Ind. — The American BRYAN
Stryker FFA is back. So far just in one made different projects that they took Red Cross urges eligible donors to give 12/8/2016: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.,
nine weeks we have done many differ- to the fair. Levi Chappuis said, “I en- the perfect gift this holiday season – a Knights of Columbus Bryan, 1216 Buf-
ent interactive activities. One of the first joyed working the beef stand, but I liked lifesaving blood or platelet donation. By falo Road
activities that we have done is build- hanging out with my goats as well.” rolling up a sleeve, donors can help en- 12/16/2016: 1 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.,
ing a greenhouse. Our greenhouse is “Amanda Oberlin said,“ I enjoyed show- sure patients continue to receive treat- Parkview Physician Group - MCHA,
12 feet by 16 feet, and so far we have ing my cattle at the fair. “Every student ment throughout the holiday season. 442 W High Street, Unit 3
come close to finishing it this nine that participated in the Williams county
weeks. Many of the students have put fair overall had a great time riding rides, Busy holiday schedules and trav- HOW TO DONATE BLOOD
in a great amount of effort and time into and showing their animals. el plans make it more challenging for Simply download the American Red
building this greenhouse, it was really a regular donors to give, and many busi- Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcross-
team effort. We have also harvested to- The mechanical principles class did nesses and organizations postpone blood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS
matoes from Planson farms. Picking to- a lot in the first nine weeks. One of the hosting blood drives during the holiday (1-800-733-2767) to make an appoint-
matoes was a new experience for some most memorable projects they did was season for these same reasons. This ment or for more information. All blood
people in the group. Sierrah Whitman building Lowes planters with the kin- can lead to a decline in blood dona- types are needed to ensure a reliable
said, “I thought that picking tomatoes dergarten classes. Jacob Rohrs said tions, but the need is constant. supply for patients. A blood donor card
was an adventure due to the fact that “It was really fun to work with the kin- or driver’s license or two other forms of
Kayla and I were throwing tomatoes at dergartners, and to show them how to “While many of us gather with identification are required at check-in.
each other.” build the planter.” friends and family this time of year, Individuals who are 17 years of age in
patients may spend the holidays in a most states (16 with parental consent
Another great experience that the The FFA group also had a major hospital room,” said Rodney Wilson, where allowed by state law), weigh at
Stryker FFA has enjoyed very much project of showing first and third grad- communications manager of the Red least 110 pounds and are in generally
was going to Rupp seeds. While we were ers different things that you can do with Cross Indiana Ohio Blood Services Re- good health may be eligible to donate
there we learned a lot about GMO’s. apples. We did three different thing with gion. “The need for blood doesn’t take a blood. High school students and other
GMO’s are genetically modified organ- apples, we made apple volcanoes, apple break for the holidays. Please make an donors 18 years of age and younger
isms, which means that they change races, and apple drinks. Jalyn Dicker- appointment to give the most meaning- also have to meet certain height and
the genome of the plant. A genetic engi- son said, “All of the kids were well be- ful gift of all – the gift of life through a weight requirements.
neer uses different techniques to modify haved and we had a lot of fun.” blood or platelet donation.” Blood donors can now save time at
its DNA so it contains one or more genes their next donation by using RapidPass
not normally found there. They also Many of the students helped cre- POWER RED MAXIMIZES to complete their pre-donation reading
talked to us about the way they have ate the play props for this year’s play DONATIONS and health history questionnaire on-
their fields laid out and their different “Alix in Wonderland”. Also this year the line, on the day of their donation, prior
daily processes. Stryker FFA took part in the annual Blood donors with type O, B nega- to arriving at the blood drive. To get
fruit sale. All of the students had quite a tive and A negative blood can help started and learn more, visit redcross-
After the tour, we walked to an area challenge to sell to people. One very fun more patients with one appointment blood.org/RapidPass and follow the in-
where they tested drones. The drones activity that the FFA took part in was, by making a Power Red donation at se- structions on the site.
can fly up to fifty miles per hour. We the extreme sandbox at the Kenn Feld lect Red Cross blood donation centers
were also provided with a very delicious Group. We had a lot of fun learning new and blood drives. Power Red donors VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
meal and a hat as a souvenir. things about their equipment and get- give a concentrated dose of red blood Another way to support the lifesav-
ting the chance to drive a mini excava- cells – the most commonly transfused ing mission of the American Red Cross
This year the FFA group also went tor and track skid steer. blood component. Red blood cells carry is to become a volunteer transportation
to three cord for a tour of their build- oxygen throughout the body and are specialist and deliver lifesaving blood
ing in Archbold. They took us through The Stryker FFA is off to a great start frequently give to trauma and surgery products to local area hospitals. Vol-
every step of the way they create differ- and we hope to have a great rest of the patients. During a Power Red donation, unteer transportation specialists play a
ent types of signs and prints on shirts. year. red blood cells are separated from oth- very important role in ensuring an am-
The Stryker FFA also participated in the er blood components, and plasma and ple blood supply for patients in need by
Samantha Haas for platelets are then safely and comfort- transporting blood and blood products.
Reporter Tyrel Patterson ably returned to the donor. For more information and to apply for a
volunteer transportation specialist po-
“With just a little extra time at their sition visit http://www.redcross.org/
appointment, donors can have an even volunteer
greater impact on patients in need,”
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Looking Back At What
We Read Years Ago

WHAT WE READ YEARS AGO IN THE WEST UNITY REPORTER, THE STRYKER ADVANCE, & THE EDON COMMERCIAL

WEST UNITY 10 YEARS AGO ternoon, November 29, 2006. Charlene Berry enter- Room.
REPORTER DECEMBER 2006 Sheriff Kevin A. Beck an- tained members of the high Emily Nicole Kaylor was
school Freshman class with
120 YEARS AGO The Master’s Mimes from nounced recently that the Wil- a party Saturday evening at born October 1, 1996 at
DECEMBER 1896 the First Presbyterian Church liams County Sheriff’s Office the home of her grandpar- 11:45 AM in Community
of West Unity will present A has been awarded a Night Vi- ents. Hospital of Williams County.
The Citizen’s Marching Musical Mission on Sunday, sion Kit through the Technol-
Band will put on a concert December 10, 2006 at 6:30 ogy Transfer Program. 50 YEARS AGO Members of the Edon FFA
New Year’s night. pm at the church located one DECEMBER 1966 Dairy Products judging team
block north of Subway in West Ms. Teri Oxender of Mont- placed second in the district
The L.R. Stevenson busi- Unity. pelier became the bride of Mr. Steve Kuckuck was a during the recent competi-
ness block is now completed. Ryan Brillhart of Toledo in a guest of honor at a party held tion. Out of 38 individuals,
The West Unity American military ceremony at Wesley at the home of his parents, Bryce Thiel placed second
110 YEARS AGO Legion Post 669 Auxiliary United Methodist Church on Mr. and Mrs. Russell Kuck- overall.
DECEMBER 1906 members held their annual Saturday, September 2, 2006. uck, in remembrance of his
packing of Christmas boxes 9th birthday. 10 YEARS AGO
Mrs. Eunice Spade has for servicemen. EDON DECEMBER 2006
sold her farm east of town to COMMERCIAL Daniel Siebenaler received
Milton Oberlin. STRYKER his associate degree at the This year the Edon Area
ADVANCE 70 YEARS AGO recent graduation ceremony Ministerial Association will
Mrs. R.F. Allread enter- DECEMBER 1946 of Davis Business College of once again be helping fami-
tained the teachers of our 115 YEARS AGO Toledo. lies in the Edon Northwest
public schools at 6:00 on DECEMBER 1901 M.W. Knight was in Chica- School District during the
Wednesday in honor of her go recently where he bought 30 YEARS AGO Christmas Season with food
husband’s 45th birthday. The Louys’ grain elevator a number of cattle to feed DECEMBER 1986 baskets, needed clothing,
has been completed by Fred and fatten for market. and toys for the children.
90 YEARS AGO Louys. The building occupies Air National Guard Air-
DECEMBER 1926 the site and foundation of the Mr. and Mrs. G.H. Fet- man Shawn M. Surbey, son The Williams County
old N.W. Millong Company’s ters celebrated their 50th of Phil Surbey, has graduated Sheriff’s Office received a
Ovid Beggs has been White Elephant destroyed by wedding anniversary with a from Air Force Basic Training complaint of two subjects
transferred to Cleveland by fire last January. fine pot luck dinner at the at Lackland Air Force Base, walking eastbound on SR-
the Western Electric Com- Church of Christ. Texas. 107 near CR-8. The male
pany. The floor of the lobby in the subjects were located and
bank will be covered with rub- 60 YEARS AGO 20 YEARS AGO both found to be 17 year old
Maynard Short had his ber tiling. DECEMBER 1956 DECEMBER 1996 juveniles from Bryan. Lo-
right arm injured when it cated in the area was a golf
became stuck in a carding 110 YEARS AGO The Edon High School Ju- The Edon School Board cart that was later found to
machine at the Woolen Mills, DECEMBER 1906 nior class is presenting the held a meeting last week to have been stolen by the ju-
but fortunately no bones play, “Hillbilly Weddin.” The discuss the proposed con- veniles from Kenneth L. Re-
were broken. A daughter was born De- play is directed by Mrs. Ed- struction of a new Music itzel, Edon.
cember 7 to Mr. and Mrs. A.H. ward Luce.
80 YEARS AGO Quidort of Beaver Creek.
DECEMBER 1936 “A TOUCH OF LOCAL HISTORY”
90 YEARS AGO
Miss Marie Schmidt, lo- DECEMBER 1926 BRYAN SCHOOL DEMOLITION
cal home ec teacher, has re-
signed to accept a position in Miss R. Ordeal Polluck of BRYAN SCHOOL DEMOLITION ... (1987): On October 26, 1987, demolition of the former
South High School in Lima. Defiance became the bride of Bryan High School/Middle School northwest of the intersection of Beech and Butler streets
Miss Pauline Stannard of Fay Snider of Evansport on began. On May 19, 1903, the Bryan school board awarded the construction contract for a
Bowling Green was hired to Dec. 16. new high school on South Beech Street to A.J. Kensinger at an estimated cost of $28,000.
fill the vacancy. When the new school opened on or about September 5, 1904, high school classes were
Adam Short purchased the moved from the Park School on South Portland Street. The 1904 building became the Bryan
70 YEARS AGO equipment and stock of the Middle School after the present high school was completed in 1958. The 1904 high school
DECEMBER 1946 Stryker Motor Service Garage building was razed in 1987 following completion of the Bryan Middle School on Center
of Gurwell Bros. and took pos- Street. This vintage image of the school’s demolition is from the Kevin Maynard collection--
Mr. and Mrs. Ezra Burk- session Wednesday. Courtesy of the Williams County, Ohio, Local History Exchange.
holder are moving into the
home at the corner of Jack- 80 YEARS AGO 1980 EDON SPANISH CLUB
son and Liberty Streets which DECEMBER 1936
they recently purchased. 1980 EDON SPANISH CLUB ... First Row: Penney Godsey, Debbie Flynn, Suzi Lautzenheiser,
Miss Marie Sinkey became Brenda Radabaugh, Ann Phillips, Kevin Alexander, Scott Buell, Lisa Fitspatrick, Kim Seegert.
60 YEARS AGO the bride of Carson Beamer of Second Row: Tina Whitney, Lisa Hug, David Kannel, Kelly Burkhart, Curt Ligget, Rhonda Cox,
DECEMBER 1956 Bryan on Dec. 12. Laura Hurd, Mrs. Posey - Advisor. Third Row: Deana Archer, Sally Wyrick, Beth Luta, Kim Kiss-
inger, Brenda Phillips, Amy Cox, Jeff Bowling, Kip Hollstein. Fourth Row: Ginny Thomas, Donna
Mr. and Mrs. Nellis Greek 70 YEARS AGO Dulle, Dawn Coleman, Tim Maugherman, David Siebenaler, Julie Peckinpaugh, Jeff Muehldeld,
announced the birth of a DECEMBER 1946 Craig Mohre, Deb Hug.
son at Williams County Gen-
eral Hospital on December 7 A son named Ronald Wayne
named Gary Alan. was born on December 10 to
Mr. and Mrs. Harvey DeGroff.
Mr. and Mrs. Sanford
Towne, California, are an- 60 YEARS AGO
nouncing the birth of a son, DECEMBER 1956
December 5.
Leonard Becker, 42, died at
50 YEARS AGO Defiance Hospital on Decem-
DECEMBER 1966 ber 10.

Neyrta Gares, 88, passed R.D. Rex is among the
away December 6, following a 1,040 graduates of Indiana
long illness. University. Mr. Rex received
his Masters Degree.
Ron Clark, son of Mr. and
Mrs. Orville Clark, graduated 50 YEARS AGO
from Great Lakes Naval Cen- DECEMBER 1966
ter, December 2.
Connie Fleagle, 14, Stryk-
40 YEARS AGO er, has been named Co-ed
DECEMBER 1976 corespondent for the 1966-
67 school year, according to
Among the students from editor of the magazine, the
Williams County serving on national magazine for teenage
the Four County Joint Voca- girls published by Scholastic
tional School Student Council Magazines, Inc.
were Nina Perkins and Ralph
Stahler of Hilltop and Mid 40 YEARS AGO
Mathes, Greg Reiman and DECEMBER 1976
Eric Doehrmann of Stryker.
Mr. Lauren Calvin, presi-
30 YEARS AGO dent of Stryker Rotary, had
DECEMBER 1986 the pleasure of presenting
the Stryker High School Band
Peg Bernath, Marvin a check for $450 which was
Stuckey and Ben Westfall made possible from proceeds
were elected members of the of the Re’Generation perfor-
West Unity Chamber of Com- mance sponsored by the Ro-
merce Board of Directors. tary.

30 YEARS AGO
DECEMBER 1986

The Stryker United Way
Board has announced that the
United Way Drive for 1986 has
exceeded it’s goal. Goal was
set at $6,130 and collection
totaled $6,265.52.

10 YEARS AGO
DECEMBER 2006

Lyn Short, 69, of rural
Stryker, died Wednesday af-

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Patrol Offers Tips & Warnings Protect Your Vehicle From Ice & Damage
Winter can be an unforgiving season.
About Driving In Winter Weather Freezing temperatures coupled with snow
and ice can take its toll on people who live
STAY SAFE ... The Ohio State Highway Patrol offers suggestions to keep motorist safe in climates where cold weather is a fact of DO NOT DAMAGE YOUR CAR: Scrapers
during winter travels. winter life. should only be used on windows and not
on the body of the car.
DEFIANCE – Winter weather can lead to the road as possible, call #677 for assis- While winter can test people’s patience, drivers mistakenly believe that salt stops
dangerous driving conditions. The Defiance tance and remain in the vehicle until help it also can be harsh on cars and trucks. being a problem once it dries simply be-
Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol urges arrives,” explained Lt. Bob Ashenfelter Understanding what components of a ve- cause moisture is the active ingredient for
motorists to consider the following tips on commander of the Defiance Post. hicle can be compromised by dropping a corrosive reaction. But humidity in the
how to drive cautiously, what to do in the temperatures and snowy roads can help air is enough to keep the salt eating away
event of a crash, and what items to keep in Troopers also suggest that if you get drivers take action to safeguard their au- at the car’s paint, and that can contribute
your trunk for your own safety. stuck in snow; make sure that your tail tomotive investments. to rust. Be sure to rinse off the undercar-
pipe is free of all snow and debris to de- riage of the vehicle as well.
In the event of inclement weather, mo- crease your chance of carbon monoxide Drivers should take their vehicles for
torists should allow extra time to get to poisoning. a tune-up and inspection before wintry • Have your tires’ alignment checked
their destination and maintain a safe dis- weather arrives. A mechanic will examine toward the end of winter or early spring.
tance between their vehicle and the traffic All motorists are encouraged to prepare the car battery and check antifreeze lev- A season of traveling over pothole-ridden
ahead. Pay close attention to bridges and their vehicle for winter driving by ensuring els and make sure that the thermostat, roads or hitting curbs buried under snow
overpasses, as they are often the first to that the battery, cooling system, tires, wip- defroster, brakes, and even wiper blades drifts can affect the alignment. Get every-
freeze over, and drive slowly, as everything ers and defroster are all in working order. are working effectively. Have the tires in- thing back on track. Similarly, inspect
including accelerating, turning and braking Drivers are also encouraged to carry the spected for adequate tread, which can tires routinely, as weather changes can af-
takes longer on snow-covered roadways. following winter car kit items in their ve- make navigating roads safer. If the treads fect tire pressure and strength.
hicle in case of a breakdown: are worn, replace the tires.
During the winter of 2015-16, there • Use a soft snow brush or a foam brush
were 11,544 crashes on snow, ice or slush • Cell phone with car charger In addition to visiting their mechanics, to clear snow off of the car. Avoid hard
covered roadways on Ohio roads. This is • Road flares or reflectors drivers can perform some inspections and plastic scrapers you might use on your
a decrease of 54 percent from last year. • Help of Call Police Signs fixes themselves. windshield, as they can scratch painted
These crashes resulted in nine deaths and • First Aid Kit surfaces.
3,096 injuries. Speed-related factors were • Flashlight • Check that all of the vehicle’s lights
reported as a cause in 68 percent of these • Blanket/Sleeping bag are operational so your car can be eas- • Try to park the vehicle in a garage or
crashes. The Patrol’s 2016 bulletin on win- • Bottled Water and energy foods ily seen during inclement weather. Ex- under a car port, each of which can protect
ter driving provides more statistics. • Candles and matches change your existing windshield washer cars and trucks from the often harsh ele-
• Tow strap/ chain fluid with one that will not freeze in cold ments of winter.
“In case of a vehicle breakdown, motor- Up-to-the-minute road conditions are conditions. Check the nozzles on the wind-
ists should turn on their hazard warning always available by logging onto the Ohio shield-washer system routinely and clear
lights, safely position the vehicle as far off Department of Transportation’s website. out any blockages of ice or debris. While
addressing windshield washer fluid, also
replace worn out windshield wiper blades
with ones that can withstand snow and icy
weather.

• A new coating of wax can serve as a
shield against road salt, snow, sleet, and
rain. Try a polymer wax to protect the
paint. Whenever possible, rinse off salt
and grime so it does not dry on the car and
gradually wear away at the paint. Some

Improve Winter Fuel Economy

Many motorists notice means the car must work idling a vehicle for several
that their vehicles seem to harder and use more fuel minutes will warm up the
get less miles per gallon in to get down the street. Cold engine more quickly than
cold weather than in warm air also is more dense than simply driving. But many
weather. That’s not a trick warm air, and that increas- vehicle manufacturers now
of the brain, as studies have es aerodynamic drag on the recommend that drivers
shown that cars do have vehicle, which then needs idle their vehicles for no
poorer fuel in economy in to use more fuel. more than 30 seconds.
cold weather.
Drivers can take several • Monitor tire pressure.
A host of factors com- steps to do just that. Colder temperatures de-
bine to reduce fuel econo- crease tire pressure, so
my in the winter. Factors • Park the vehicle in a drivers should monitor
outside the vehicle also im- garage. This increases the their tire pressure regu-
pact its fuel economy in the initial temperature of the larly.
winter. For example, colder engine, engine oil, drive-
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How To Remove Snow From Your Roof
The beauty of winter and ice load that comes that affects the framework
landscapes is not foremost with the winter season. of interior doorways. If you
on the minds of homeown- However, homes that have hear creaking or popping
ers who have roofs full of undergone unapproved sounds, immediately exit
heavy snow and ice. What renovations, or those where the house, as these are
may seem beautiful else- load-bearing walls have strong indicators of an im-
where can cause anxiety been removed from the in- minent collapse.
when one’s home is under terior may be susceptible to
a precipitation onslaught. catastrophic roof collapses. CLEARING THE ROOF
Excessive snow loads on Another problem hom- The Better Business Bu-
a roof can cause the roof to eowners face this time of reau warns against going
leak or even collapse. The year is ice dams, which oc- up on the roof if you can-
weight, and not the depth, cur when snow on the roof not safely remove the snow
of the snow is what deter- melts slightly and then re- with an ice rake or similar
mines if it needs to be re- freezes, forming thick por- tool. You should not jeop-
moved from the roof. Fluffy tions of ice usually at the ardize your health by trying
snow may not be problem- edges of the roof by the gut- to remove snow and ice.
atic, as it can take around ters. Ice dams can divert Confirm that contrac-
seven times as much dry melting snow in and under tors who remove snow have
snow to equal the weight of roofing shingles instead of current liability and work-
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Wrestling Action

Montpelier, Bryan, & Wauseon Participate In Ironhorse Invitational

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Junior High Wrestling (Wauseon); 3.) Brayden Custer (Montpe- Swim & Dive Dominque (Wauseon) 1:19.35, 2.) James
lier); 120lbs. 3.) Ethan Glover (Wauseon); Hutchison (Wauseon) 1:25.38, 3.) Mi-
December 3rd, 2016 126lbs: 2.) Ashton Varney (Montpelier); November 29th, 2016 chael Cheezan (Wauseon) 1:29.63. 400
132lbs. 3.) Tre Hutchinson (Montpelier); yd. Freestyle Relay: 1.) Wauseon (Lucas
IRONHORSE INVITATIONAL 138 lbs. Omar Armas (Wauseon); 160lbs. BOYS VARSITY Blanchong, Kyle Zirkle, Mac Warncke,
Ayersville 325, Montpelier 227, 2.) Thomas Wolfenbarger (Montpelier); Wauseon 143, Ayersville 21 Austin Schuette) 4:05.96.
Wauseon 188, Napoleon 158, Defiance 3.) Jon Gray (Montpelier); 170lbs. 1.) 200 yd. Medley Relay: 1.) Wauseon
135, Tinora 116, Parkway 105, Bryan Austin Grubb (Montpelier); 182lbs. 3.) (Nicholas Dilworth, Kyle Zirkle, Bran- GIRLS VARSITY
96, Fairview 81, Antwerp 46, Hicksville Carson Mahlman (Wauseon); 220lbs. 3.) den Arredondo, Justin Freestone) Wauseon 112, Ayersville 52
46. (Wrestlers of local interest and their Wes Spadafore (Wauseon); 285lbs. 2.) 2:03.21; 2.) Wauseon (Aaron Beck, Lu- 200 yd Medley Relay: Wauseon
finishes): 106lbs. 1.) Tristan Barajas Noah Conklin (Montpelier) cas Blanchong, Ryan Scherer, Cam Sau- (Alexis Meyer, Kate Precht, Alexys Car-
(Wauseon); 113lbs. 2.) Spencer Martinez ber) 2:06.86. 200 yd. Freestyle: 1.) Mac teaux, Daisy Giguere 1:43.77. 200 yd.
Warncke (Wauseon) 2:11.58, 2.) Zach Freestyle: 1.) Sydney Darnell (Wauseon)
Varsity Bowling Varsity Bowling Fink (Wauseon) 2:13.81; 200 yd. IM: 1.) 2:05.76, 2.) Alexys Carteaux (Wauseon)
Branden Arredondo (Wauseon) 2:21.33, 2:15.93, 3.) Marin Miller (Wauseon)
December 2nd, 2016 December 5th, 2016 2.) Lukas Dominque (Wauseon) 2:34.72, 2:32.16. 200 yd. IM: 1.) Brooke Schuette
3.) Lucas Blanchong (Wauseon) 3:00.80. (Wauseon) 2:32.69, 2.) Kate Precht
BOYS BOYS 50 yd. Freestyle: 1.) James Hutchi- (Wauseon) 2:47.55. 50 yd. Freestyle: 1.)
Wauseon 2429, Swanton 2172 Bryan 2396, Wauseon 2111 son (Wauseon) 27:55, 2.) Kyle Zirkle Alexis Meyer (Wauseon) 28.66, 2.) Dai-
Nicolas Kearney led the Indians with Tycen Ogden rolled games of 243 and (Wauseon) 27.59,) 3.) Michael Cheezan sy Giguere (Wauseon) 31.11, 4.) Alyssa
games of 255 and 246 for the NWOAL 206 for a 449 series to help the Golden (Wauseon) 29.81, 1 mtr. .Diving: 1.) Tony Russell (Wauseon) 33.68. 1 mtr. Diving:
win. Jaden Meeker finished second for Bears defeat the Indians. Cory Hemen- Schweinhagen (Wauseon) 207.38. 100 Alexys Carteaux (Wauseon) 156.45, 2.)
Wauseon rolling games of 196 and 177 way joined Ogden with a 423 series with yd. Butterfly: 1.) Branden Arredondo Kennedy Nation (Wauseon) 148.80, Me-
for a 373 total. Leading Swanton was games of 198 and 225. Chance Buehrer (Wauseon) 1:02.88, 2.) Austin Schuette gan Carroll (Wauseon) 146.77. 100 yd
Skyler Ulch with games of 193 and 175 led the Indians with games of 211 and (Wauseon) 1:04.04. 100 yd. Freestyle: 1.) Butterfly: McKenzie Darnell (Wauseon)
for a 378 series. 205 for a 416 series. Ryan Scherer (Wauseon) 54.81, 2.) Mac 1:03.32. 100 yd. Freestyle: 1.) Kate Pre-
Warncke (Wauseon) 58.70, 3.) Kyle Zirkle cht (Wauseon) 1:04.05, 2.) Megan Car-
(Wauseon) 1:00.94. 500 yd. Freestyle: 1.) roll (Wauseon) 1:10.0, 3.) Marin Miller
Christian Suarez (Wauseon) 6:08.18, 2.) (Wauseon) 1:10.06. 500 yd. Freestyle: 1.)
Aaron Beck (Wauseon) 6:36.45, 3.) Cam Sydney Darnell (Wauseon) 5:48.10. 200
Sauber (Wauseon) 7:02.34. 200 yd. Free- yd. Freestyle Relay: 1.) Wauseon (Han-
style Relay: 1.) Wauseon (James Hutchi- nah Richer, Daisy Giguere, Alexis Mey-
son, Lukas Dominque, Seth Hutchison, er, Brooke Schuette) 2:13.73. 100 yd.
Nicholas Dilworth) 1:43.19, 2.) Wauseon Backstroke: 1.) Alexis Meyer (Wauseon)
(Zach Fink, Mac Warncke, Ryan Scherer, 1:14.10, 3.) Alyssa Russell (Wauseon)
Austin Schuette) 1:43.60. 100 yd. Back- 1:32.31. 100 yd. Breaststroke: 1.) Brooke
stroke: 1.) Nicholas Dilworth (Wauseon) Schuette (Wauseon) 1:22.81. 400 yd.
58.21, 2.) Kyle Vernot (Wauseon) Freestyle Relay: 1.) Wauseon (Keyarra
1:12.08, 3.) Seth Hutchison (Wauseon) Gorsuch, Daisy Giguere, McKenzie Dar-
1:13.79. 100 yd. Breasstroke: 1.) Lukas nell, Sydney Darnell) 4:23.99.

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Montpelier, Bryan, & Wauseon Participate In Ironhorse (Continued)

PHOTOS BY TIMOTHY KAYS, STAFF

Boys Varsity Basketball Wauseon 52, Archbold 50 View All Photos Of This Event Online At www.thevillagereporter.com
In the annual ‘non-league’ contest the
December 2nd, 2016 two NWOAL rivals fought to the bitter Boys JV Basketball Freshmen Boys
end with Wauseon squeaking out the win Basketball
Hilltop 64, Edon 42 at “The Thunderdome” in Archbold. The December 2nd, 2016
The Cadets outscored the Bombers two teams played even basketball during December 5th, 2016
46-18 during second and third quar- first half action with the Indians holding Fayette 32, Pettisville 30
ter action to dominate the BBC con- a 21-20 edge at the break. Brooks Gype The Eagles squeaked out a victory Hilltop 33, Montpelier 11
test. Quinn Smith, Ryan Brooker and led Wauseon with 26 points while Carter during the contest as Noah Brineger and No game summary submitted.
Tim Maneval finished in double figures Bzovi added 13. Eli Miller and Bryce Wil- Tanner Lemley helped Fayette scoring 15
with 16,12 and 11 points respectively to liams finished in double figures for the and 10 points respectively. Seven players Junior High Basketball
lead Hilltop. Austin Kiess was the lone Bluestreaks with 18 and 10 points re- for the Blackbirds finished in the scoring
Bomber in double figures finishing with spectively. column led by Sam Rychener with seven December 2nd, 2016
11 while Travis Siebenaler finished with points and the trio of Caleb Keim, Evan
nine and Braden Miller added eight. MVCD 49, Fayette 47 Warner and Logan Rugenacht finished Edon 43, Pettisville 13
In the non-conference narrow defeat with five points apiece. 7th grade – The Bombers ran away
Pettisville 61, Fayette 33 the Eagles played a solid contest. Both with this game early as they outscored
The Blackbirds finished with three Trey Keefer and Travis Wagner led Fay- Stryker 33, Montpelier 25 the Blackbirds 26-4 in the first half. D.
players in double figures as they dribbled ette in double figures with 13 points No game stats submitted. Gallehue was the difference maker in
past the Eagles in an early BBC matchup. apiece. this one as he knocked down 30 points
Detric Yoder and Canidate Vickery paced December 3rd, 2016 in the win for Edon. Gideon Myers led
the Blackbirds with 12 points apiece Montpelier 64, Hicksville 62 Pettisville with five points.
while Caleb Rychner followed close be- The Locomotives came back from Evergreen 44, North Central 24
hind with 11. Travis Wagner led Fayette an eight-point first half deficit to clip The Vikings used a 29-point second Pettisville 38, Edon 28
with 11 and Clayton Pheils added 10. the Aces. Kolden Uribes exploded for half to ignite the non-league victory. Der- 8th grade – Pettisville got off fast scor-
33 points in the win for Montpelier. He ek Poore led the Vikings with 12 points ing 13 points in the first quarter on way
Montpelier 55, Stryker 44 was good on nine two-point shots, three and teammate John Ruth added 10. The to the 10-point victory. Max Leppelmeier
Stryker broke out to a 10-7 first quar- three-point shots and added six points at Eagles were led by Levi Williams with led Pettisville with 17 points. Leppelmeier
ter lead and led 25-19 at the break but the foul line. Michael Blake added 14 and seven points. converted three three- point shots in the
the Locomotives outscored the Panthers Evan Friend connected for 11 in the win. win. Alex Herr led Edon with a 13-point
36-19 during the second half to pull away Freshmen Boys effort.
with the BBC win. Kolden Uribes picked Pettisville 50, Delta 35 Basketball
up where he left off last season leading The Blackbirds held a six-point ad- Montpelier 31, Hilltop 20
Montpelier with 23 points. Michael Blake vantage at the break and then put the December 3rd, 2016 8th grade - Thomas Jay led the way
added 17 to complete the one-two punch game away in the last quarter with a 17-6 for the Locos with 14 points while Tylor
for the Locomotives. Chase Glock and advantage. Pettisville finished with eight Pettisville 33, Delta 23 Yahraus added eight.
Hayden Clingaman led Stryker with 14 players in the scoring column led by De- The Blackbirds got win number one
and 11 points respectively. tric Yoder’s 12 points. The Panthers were on the season in the non-conference Hilltop 21, Montpelier 15
led by Gabe Freeman’s 15-point effort. clash. Pettisville’s 12-3 advantage during 7th grade – Everett Lashaway and
December 3rd, 2016 Evergreen 64, North Central 39 the fourth quarter led them to the win. Colin Mattern each finished with four
The Vikings used 26 points from Ma- Joel Flory scored 19 points in the win for points for the Montpelier.
Hilltop 53, Emmanuel Christian 30 son Loeffler and double points figures Pettisville.
The Cadets put the game away during from Bryce Hudik (11 points) and Pho-
nix VanOstrand (10 points) to bolt to the
the fourth quarter with a 16-2 run. Lead- lopsided non-league win. Cody Tomblin
ing the charge in the non-conference win led the list of nine Eagle scorers with his
were Tim Maneval with 19, Ryan Brooker eight points.
with 14 and Quinn Smith with 11.

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