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Published by Forrest R. Church, 2018-01-09 20:23:14

The Village Reporter - January 10th, 2018

The Village Reporter - January 10th, 2018

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WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 10TH, 2018 (USPS 168-440) - VOLUME 10 EDITION 2

THIS WEEK IN Swanton Generosity Bryan's MacDonald-Ruff Ice Arena Is Ready
Stands Out In Salvation To Host Family-Friendly Frozen Fun
TvHIELLAGE reporter Army’s Red Kettle Drive
By: Timothy Kays came a memory.
Several Young Ladies THE VILLAGE REPORTER Getting that ice in place was far
Compete For The Title In
While many a lament has been from an easy task for my grandfather,
The Pride Of rightly registered referencing the recent but it was a breeze compared to what
Williams County Pageant rash of barbarically cold weather, it is required to get the MacDonald-Ruff
has had an upside. First off, those Bing Pavilion ready for skating. “We struggle
•••• Crosby-type holiday dreamers got what with things other than the tempera-
Franklin B. Walter Donation they always wanted...a white Christ- tures,” said Bryan Parks and Recreation
Received From Local Bank mas. The cold temperatures have held Director, Ben Dominique. “The floor the
the snowpack in place right through the ice rink has expansion joints in it. It
•••• new year. As the cold temperatures be- leaks water. It makes it hard to get the
Four Candidates File To gan to dip into the subzero realms, a fa- water to stay in place in order to freeze.
miliar but long absent sight was seen on The temperature is just one part of the
Challenge Incumbent the west side of Bryan. For the first time equation.” In order to defeat the leaks,
Latta In Ohio's 5th in quite a while, the MacDonald-Ruff Ice water was first sprayed over the surface,
Arena actually found itself with a deck and a base coat of ice was formed using
Congressional District of smooth, skating ice. a slow accretion method. It was not a
•••• quick, simple task...but it worked, and
The memories of my youth recall a the Skate Shop of the MacDonald-Ruff
Swanton Rolls Out New time when in the 1950s and 1960s, E.B. Ice Arena opened for business at 1:00
Logo & Website Kays (my late grandfather), would make on the afternoon of January 6.
•••• his way with a wrench up to the Bryan
VFW playground at the corner of East So long as the cold weather holds
Archbold Welcomes Two Perry and South Cherry Streets when out, there will be skating at the Mac-
New Council Members the weather got cold. Buried just below Donald-Ruff Pavilion. Hours of opera-
the earth’s surface on the east side of tion will be from 1-5 p.m. every Satur-
•••• the playground was a hidden water line day and Sunday. The Skate Shop will
Museum Of Fulton County and tap. He would clear out that tap by be open to rent out skates up to size
Hires Facilities Operations hand, and wrench it open, sending wa- 13, and also has cross country skis of
ter flooding onto the playground where all sizes for rent as well. Skates can be
Manager it would freeze, creating a gigantic ice rented for $1.00 for the day. Skis can be
•••• rink and attracting people from all over rented for $3.00 a day. If they are kept
town. With the expansion of the VFW overnight, the charge is $6.00, and the
Bryan City Council Kicks Off and the passing of my grandfather, the fee for two or more days is $12.00.
2018 With Judy Yahraus skating rink on East Perry Street be-
Taking Presidential Gavel Timothy can be reached
at [email protected]
S SReporter
PORT

WILLIAMS & FULTON COUNTY (NORTHWEST OHIO) SPORTS ACTION

Montpelier's Uribes Sets New Chase Moore Of Swanton
Single Game Scoring Record Reaches 100 Career Wins

PHOTO PROVIDED PHOTO BY BILL O’ CONNELL, STAFF
FIFTY POINTS ... Montpelier senior Kolden Uribes racked up 50 points in a game
on January 4th against the Edon Blue Bombers to set a new single game scoring BELL RINGER ... Joe Kahle greets shoppers with the
record and help the Locos to an 80-70 victory in overtime. Uribes held the previous ringing of the bell and a friendly smile.
single game record of 41 points which he set last season.
By: Bill O’ Connell
Delta’s Cole Mattin
Records 100th Career Win

PHOTO BY ROSE PHOTOGRAPHY THE VILLAGE REPORTER
INDIVIDUAL CHAMPION ... Swanton wrestler Chase Moore picked up his 100th
career win at the Tri State Border Wars tournament in Defiance on December 29th-
30th. Not only did Moore reach that mark but he was also the champion of the 152
pound weight class as the Bulldogs placed 3rd out of the 41 teams that were at the
event.

Wauseon’s Gavin Ritter Swanton area residents have a long-standing and
Knotches 100th Career Win well-deserved reputation of being a compassionate and
benevolent group of people. In this small village you
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Wednesday, January 10th, 2018 "The Village Reporter” / Weekly Northwest Ohio (Williams & Fulton County News) - 19

And when an individual or a family is suddenly thrust
into a devastating life changing situation, Swantonians
will quickly rally and organize fund raisers or food and
clothing drives. They always step up when a humani-
tarian need arises.
Roger Rice This past holiday season, like many holiday seasons

To Serve Five before, the Salvation Army staged a Red Kettle inside
More Years On the vestibule of the Swanton Kroger to solicit dona-
Fulton County tions for their mission. They enlisted retired Swanton
Zoning Board teacher and Lion Club member Joe Kahle to organize
the 2017 campaign. Joe put together a strong coali-
tion of bell-ringing volunteers from local businesses,
school and church groups, Village officials, the Swan-
ton Police and Fire Departments and, of course, the
By: James Pruitt local community service organizations.

THE VILLAGE REPORTER The drive lasted approximately one month, from

The Fulton County just before Thanksgiving to just before Christmas. To PHOTOS BY TIMOTHY KAYS, STAFF
Board of Commissioners gauge the performance of each of their collection sites,
met briefly Jan. 4, 2018, the Salvation Army measured the donations collected YOUR GUIDE TO FROZEN FUN ... Skate Shop attendant Samantha Kosier is ready
to pay some bills and ap- at similar locations, in Swanton’s case, all of the 17 to get you moving on the ice or the snow.
prove to personnel moves. Kroger stores in the Toledo area. READY TO ROLL ... The final touches have been successfully applied to the ice at
the MacDonald-Ruff Pavilion, and it has been opened for skating.
The commissioners When the final penny was counted, the Swanton
voted to approve the ap- Kroger comfortably topped the entire list of 17 stores
pointment of Dorothy with $21,077. The next four Kroger store locations
Bock as part-time substi- were Port Clinton ($17,820), Bowling Green ($15,834),
tute for the Fulton County Waterville ($15,629) and Holland/Sylvania ($12,379).
Senior Center effect Jan. The 2017 Swanton donations were over $2000 more
6, 2018. She must pass all than last year and almost $4000 more than 2015, all
background checks and a of which were and will be spent locally.
180-day probationary.
“The generosity of the Swanton Kroger shoppers
The board approved came through in a big way,” said Joe who also manned
the recommendation to the Red Kettle for many hours and maintained the dai-
re-appoint Roger Rice to ly schedule. “We have a very giving community.”
the county Zoning Com-
mission. He will serve a What makes the numbers even more impressive is
five-year term, expiring how well Swanton performed compared to areas with
Jan. 31, 2023. much larger populations. The Swanton Kroger shop-
pers have set the example for others to follow.

James can be reached at Bill can be reached at
[email protected] [email protected]

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Local Obituaries

Phyllis Vergith (1927 - 2018) Jerry Fox (1954 - 2017) Vivian Hall (1925 - 2018)

(Lifelong Member - First Baptist Church) (Edon Graduate & Business Owner) (Lifelong Member - Evansport United Methodist)

Phyllis J. DeGroff Ver- Jerry L. Fox, age 63, of Vivian Ann (Knapp) Hall, age 92 of rural Evans-
gith, age 90, of Defiance, Edon, Ohio, passed away port, Ohio passed away Thursday, January 04, 2018
Ohio formerly of Lees- peacefully in his home, in Genesis Health Care Center, Bryan, Ohio.
burg, FL., passed away surrounded by family, at
Monday, January 01, 10:05 P.M. on Monday, Vivian was born August 14, 1925 in Jefferson
2018 in Kingsbury Place, January 1, 2018, after a Township, Williams County Ohio to the late Elgie
Defiance, Ohio. brief illness. and Mary (Patten) Knapp. She wed and worked the
family farm her entire life with her husband Edwin
She was born Decem- Jerry was a 1972 grad- E. Hall. They were married February 19, 1948 and
ber 26, 1927 in Spring- uate of Edon High School he preceded her in death on April 27, 2004. She
field Township to the late and was employed in vari- was a lifelong member of Evansport United Method-
Alfred F. and Alta M. (Gar- ous positions in the coun- ist Church. Sewing was a lifelong hobby.
ber) Nofziger. She mar- ty, including the Williams
ried Lindbergh “Lindy” L. County Highway Depart- Survivors include her children, Marcia (Phil) Mey-
DeGroff on February 16, ment, Armstrong Backhoe er, Stryker, Ohio. Kenny Hall, Stryker, Ohio. She was
1947 and he preceded her Service and in construc- a loving grandmother to five grandchildren, Christi
in death on November 07, tion. He was happiest (Jeremy) Stober, Holgate, OH., Angie (Kyle) Brown,
1990. She married Lewis Wayne Vergith on Septem- working alongside his wife building their dried floral Ayersville, OH., Brooks (Amee) Meyer, Stryker, OH.,
ber 17, 1994 and he preceded her in death on Septem- business, the “Fox Den,” and enjoyed being at home Shannon (Justin) Vold, Napoleon, OH., Shane Hall,
ber 18, 2005. Phyllis was employed for 20 years with working and tending to the their property and his Montpelier, OH. Nine great-grandchildren, Jarrod
Champion Molded Plastics Company. She was a long- church, Life Changing Realities Fellowship. and Jakob Stober, Aeriel and Kobe Brown, Abbie
time member of First Baptist Church, Stryker, Ohio Jerry L. Fox was born on February 7, 1954, the son and Xavior Meyer, Saddie and Sam Vold, Kensie
and attended Berean Baptist Church, Leesburg, FL of Donald L. and Elinor A. (Heller) Fox. He married Hall. Two sisters, Deloris Dennis, Montpelier, OH.,
during her residence in Coachwood Colony and direct- Karin L. Wilson on May 27, 1979, in Montpelier, Ohio, and Ada Ely, Pioneer, OH. Nieces and nephews.
ed their kitchen band. She resided in Brookdale As- and she survives.
sisted Living in Leesburg, FL and finally at Kingsbury He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Kristin She is preceded in death by her parents, hus-
Place, Defiance, Ohio. Phyllis enjoyed many types of (Kirk) Smith, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, and their chil- band, brothers, Ernie, Alvie, Basil Knapp. Sister,
crafts, playing golf, listening to gospel music, and was dren, Riley and Regan, and his beloved dog, Shadow. Velma Weisenburger and infant son, Ronald E. Hall.
an avid Cleveland Indians fan. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include her children, Dennis (Linda) De- Memorials are requested to Cure PSP, 1206 York Memorial contributions may be made to Evans-
Groff, Fort Wayne, IN., Mrs. Ralph (Cathy) Ruffer, Ney, Road, Suite L-4, Lutherville, MD 21093, or Communi- port United Methodist Church Building Fund or
OH., Douglas (Mary Sue) DeGroff, Bryan, OH. Grand- ty Health Professionals Home Care and Hospice, 1215 Community Health Professionals Hospice, Williams
children, Scott, Chris, Josh, Mook, Sarah, and Craig. South Portland Street, Bryan, OH 43506. County.
Great-grandchildren, Genna, Bradyn, Reese, Molly, To sign the online register or to send condolences,
Morgan, Olivia, Jameson, and Allison. Stepson, Doug- please visit www.krillfuneralservice.com. Reporter
las Vergith, Setauket, NY.; Stepdaughters, Paula Ver- www.thevillagereporter.com
gith-Hill, Arlington, MA, Sara Freeborn, Gainesville, William Wheeler (1947 - 2018)
FL. Sisters and brother, Virginia Rhoades, William YOUR HOMETOWN NEWS SOURCE FOR WILLIAMS & FULTON COUNTY, OHIO
(Donna) Nofziger, Marie Armstrong. Surviving In-laws, (Family Man & Outdoorsman)
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Corrine DeGroff, Vivian DeGroff. Numerous nieces William Lee “Bill”
and nephews. Wheeler, 70, of Bryan, REGULATION & POLICY:
She is preceded in death by her parents, two hus- OH, died Wednesday eve-
bands, son-in-law, Ralph Ruffer, brothers and sis- ning, January 3, 2018, * “The Village Reporter” holds the right to refuse service and/or deter-
ters, Mary, Lydia, Robert (Bob), Lauren (Pete), Mervin at Heartland of Wauseon, mine information posted within our publication.
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Memorial contributions may be made to First Bap- He was born April 1, * All subscription and advertisement sales are final, refunds are not
tist Church, 100 South West Street, Stryker, Ohio 1947, in Tedrow, OH, to issued.
43557. Online condolences may be made at www. the late Franky and Opal * Newspapers are mailed concurrently and cannot be held. Please sub-
grisierfh.com. (Jay) Wheeler. mit change of mailing address to the Main Office Address.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Grisier Funeral * “Letters To The Editor” are welcomed. Publication is left to the discre-
Home, Stryker, Ohio. Bill lived his early life tion of the publisher/editor with respect given to opinion, yet protection
in the Fayette-Alvordton given to the subject. Letters must be limited to a word count of 500.
Charlotte Rix (1924 - 2018) area, and attended Gor- * It is the goal of “The Village Reporter” to present news in a fair and
ham Fayette Schools. He balanced format. “The Village Reporter” makes every effort to stay neu-
(Fayette Fine Arts & Opera House Supporter) married the love of his life, tral in political and other debatable issues. It is the desire of the com-
Debra Litchfield, on his pany to print facts and allow our readers to process information, draw-
Charlotte May Rix, birthday in 1970, and she survives. After raising their ing their own opinions.
93, of Fayette, died early family, Bill and Deb moved to Oklahoma, where they * Newspaper counter sales are available throughout Williams and Ful-
Thursday morning, Janu- made their home for many years before returning to ton Counties in Northwest Ohio.
ary 4, 2018, at CHP Inpa- Bryan. He retired in 2009 from Kamco in West Unity, * Newspaper deadline for submitting news releases, sports statistics
tient Hospice in Defiance. where he worked for nearly ten years as a press opera- and advertisements stands at the Friday prior to publication by 5:00
tor. p.m.
Born June 24, 1924, in Bill was a longtime member of the Bryan Eagles * “The Village Reporter” publishes 49 editions per year with two non
Arcade, NY, she was the #2233 and he and Deb attended Restoration Church print weeks during the summer and one non print week around the
only child from the union in Defiance. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed fishing holidays.
of the late Rev. J. Morgan and hunting, and was a talented skeet shooter. Most
and Florence Reese. important to Bill was his family, whom he adored. 115 Broad Street, Montpelier, Ohio
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and Cheryl (Kerwin) Kaufman of Noblesville, IN; three rently worked at Nostrum Laboratories in Bryan. She PETTISVILLE
grandchildren, Stephen (Elizabeth), Ryan (Rebecca), was a member of the Montpelier Moose and Montpelier Sunday’s Market
and Kyle Kaufman; and close family friends too nu- Eagles.
merous to mention. She is survived by her loving companion Eric L. Postmaster, please send address corrections to:
Her husband Charles preceded her in death on Tressler of West Unity; two daughters Maren (Steve)
March 2, 2011. Also preceding were her parents, and Donaldson of Doylestown, Ohio and Mandy (Scott) THE VILLAGE REPORTER
a granddaughter in infancy, Kristin Renee Kaufman. Goodnight of Montpelier; two granddaughters Raegan
Memorial contributions in honor of Charlotte can and Maggie Jacob; siblings Jeff John of Montpelier, 115 Broad Street, Montpelier, Ohio 43543
be designated to the Fayette Fine Arts Council or the Pam (Larry) Shaull of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina,
Fayette UMC. Friends can share memories and words Kent (Jill) John of Montpelier, Kurt John of Montpelier, Periodical Mail Postage Paid At Bryan, OH 43506
of comfort with the family online at www.eaglefuner- Kraig (Laura) John of Columbus, Georgia and Scott
alhomes.com. (Lisa) John of West Unity; many nieces and nephews;
ADDITIONAL OBITUARIES ON PAGE 3 and very close friend Ginnie McMillen.
Diane was preceded in death by her parents and
sister Patricia John.
Memorial contributions may be given to the Wil-
liams County Humane Society. Condolences can be
left at www.thethompsonfuneralhome.com

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Obits (Continued)

James Van Curen Sr. (1938 - 2018) Belva Spires (1933 - 2018) Mary Jane Moden (1944 - 2018)

(Proud Grandparent, Avid Gardener) (Former Bryan Resident) (Former 4H Advisor & Dog Enthusiast)

James R. Van Curen, Sr. has left this world, but his Belva “Tootie” M. Mary Jane Moden, age
memories remain. Spires, 84, of Fort Wayne, 73, of Wauseon, passed
Indiana and formerly away Thursday, January
Jim could fix any electrical appliance and grow a of Bryan passed away 4, 2018, at CHP Defiance
garden like no other. Most of all, he was a very proud Thursday night at Gen- Area Inpatient Hospice.
grandparent. esis HealthCare Center in
Bryan. Mary Jane was born in
He leaves behind his loving wife of 58 years, Julie; Toledo, Ohio, on Novem-
a son, James R. (Rose) Van Curen Jr. and two grand- She was born August ber 11, 1944, the daugh-
children, Zachary and Isabella Van Curen. 28, 1933 in Ionia, Michi- ter of Vern and Gladys
gan to Valdy and Hattie (Beck) Wyse. On Decem-
Those planning an expression of sympathy are M. (Hodges) Westbrook. ber 25, 1964, she mar-
asked to consider memorial contributions be made to Belva retired in 1995 from ried Raymond L. Moden,
the Alzheimer’s Association of Northwest Ohio, 2508 K-Mart as a greeter. and he survives. She was
North Reynolds Road, Toledo, Ohio 43615. a member of the Parson
She is survived by one Russell Terrier Associa-
Condolences may be sent to the family or the online daughter Edith (Dennis) tion, and was a 4-H Advi-
guest book may be signed at www.oberlinturnbull.com Wheeler of Fort Wayne; sor for many years. She also loved to sew, her flower
one son Lee R. Miller of San Diego, California; two garden, and showing her dogs.
Christopher Jinkins (1978 - 2018) grandchildren, Clarissa Ankney of Sherwood, Ohio Surviving besides her husband, Raymond, are their
and Alex Wheeler of Bryan; six great grandchildren, children, Jolene (Mike) Seigneur, Julie (Jerry) Belkey,
(Bryan Graduate & Proud Father) one great great granddaughter; and one sister Esther Rick (Barb) Moden and Amy (Rick) Snyder; eight grand-
Neymieyer of Hastings, Michigan. children; 10 great-grandchildren; her mother, Gladys
Christopher A. Jinkins, Belva was preceded in death by her parents, four Wyse; and two brothers. She was preceded in death by
39 years, of Bryan, passed husbands Charles Miller, De Verl Reyburn, Virgil Cope her father.
away Tuesday, January 2, and Carol Spires, two sisters and seven brothers. The family requests that memorial contributions be
2018 as the result of an Memorial contributions may be made to her great given to CHP- Defiance Area Inpatient Hospice. Online
automobile accident near grandchildren’s college fund in care of Edith Wheeler. condolences may be offered to the family at www.grisi-
Edgerton. Condolences can be left at www.thethompsonfuneral- erfh.com
home.com.
Chris was born July Christopher Graser (1982 - 2018)
13, 1978, in Bryan, the Shirley Hayes (1936 - 2018)
son of Duane Darrow and (Local Subcontractor)
Denise Jinkins. (Travel & Oil Painting Enthusiast)
Christopher A. Gras-
He was a 1997 gradu- Shirley L. Hayes, age er, age 35, of Wauseon,
ate of Bryan High School, 81, of Archbold, passed passed away unexpected-
and went on to receive his away on Friday, January ly in his home on Decem-
Associates Degree in Ap- 5, 2018, at CHP – Defi- ber 30, 2017. Christopher
plied Science from Brown ance Area Inpatient Hos- was a sub-contractor.
Mackie College in 2014. pice.
He married Jaime Lyn Hricovec on October 16, Christopher was born
2013 in Toledo, and she survives. Chris most recently Prior to her retirement in Toledo, Ohio on Sep-
worked for Community Hospitals and Wellness Cen- she had worked as a nurs- tember 13, 1982, the son
ters in the Maintenance Department. He previously es aide at Fairlawn Haven of Charles W. and Joyce
worked for Wal-Mart, Trim Trends, Arcelor Mittal in in Archbold, had been a L. (Baumgardner) Graser,
Pioneer and Beam Stream. Chris was a member of baker for The Doughbox III, of West Unity, who
Grace Community Church. He enjoyed playing video Bakery in Archbold, and survive.
games, driving his RC car, riding his motorcycle and for many years had done
was an avid Ohio State Buckeye fan. What he enjoyed house cleaning for many He is also survived by
more than anything was spending time with his chil- people. his children, Dylan, Aid-
dren. en, Nicholas, Brooklyn
Surviving is his wife, Jaime of Bryan; two children, Shirley was born in Graser, all of Toledo and Ashton Cornell of Toledo; two
James Allen, also known as JJ and Gracie of Bryan; Bryan, Ohio on March 17, 1936, the daughter of Don- sisters, Norma and Betty Graser of Toledo; two broth-
his parents, Denise and Randy Harrington of Bryan ald and Ethel (White) Luke. On October 15, 1960, she ers, Jesse and Joseph Graser, of Toledo; and grandpar-
and Duane and Susan Darrow of Bryan; two sisters, married Rollin E. Hayes, and he preceded her in death ents, Charles (Jeannette) Graser, Jr. He was preceded
Sheri Watkins of Bryan and Dena Sailer of Bryan; in 2016. She was a member of Cornerstone Church in death by his grandfather, Jack Otto Baugardner,
grandparents, Dan and Peggy Jinkins of Bryan; great- in Toledo. Shirley and Rollin enjoyed traveling, hav- and grandmother, Gladys Mae Barnhart.
grandmother, Rosemary Hricovec of Cleveland, Ohio; ing visited all 50 states, but she liked traveling by car The family requests that memorial contributions be
mother-in-law, Cheryl Palmer of Tampa, Florida as mostly because she enjoyed the journey. She was an given to the benevolence of the family. Online condo-
well as many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was pre- avid bicycle rider, walker, loved to play cards, dance, lences may be offered to the family at www.grisierfh.
ceded in death by his father-in-law, James Hricovec, play piano, garage sales, visiting shut-ins, was very com
grandparents, Dick and Ila Harrington, Jay and Mar- loyal to all of her friends, and her favorite hobby was
tha Darrow, Edmund and Odessa Woodart. oil painting. Most of all, she loved Jesus. Patricia Wyse (1929 - 2018)
Those planning an expression of sympathy are
asked to consider memorial donations be given to the Shirley is survived by daughter, Mitzi (John) Bailey (Lifelong Archbold Resident & Volunteer)
family. of Bryan; three sons, Toby Hayes of Bowling Green,
You can send your condolences or share your mem- OH, Nick Hayes of Archbold, Bari Hayes of Archbold; Patricia A. Wyse, age 88 years, of Archbold, passed
ories with the family by visiting Chris’s obituary page three grandchildren, Shayla, Cassie and Jove; one sis- away Saturday morning, January 6, 2018, at CHP
at www.oberlinturnbull.com ter, Josephine (Marlin) Missler of Bryan; one sister-in- Defiance Area In-Patient Hospice.
law, Ruth (Wayne) Rupp of Pettisville; and three broth-
Reinhard Draghiceanu (1949 - 2018) ers-in-law, Doyle (Marlene) Hayes of Philadelphia, PA, She was born October 3, 1929, at Archbold, the
Lyle (Shirley) Hayes of Lincoln, NE, and Duane (Linda) daughter of Raymond and Elizabeth (Short) Short.
(Family Man & Mechanic) Hayes of Angola, IN. She was preceded in death by her
husband, parents, and sister, Donelda Luke. She married Charles J. Wyse on October 3, 1948,
Reinhard “Rick” and he preceded her in death on August 24, 2017.
Draghiceanu, 68 years, The family requests that memorial contributions be
of Defiance passed away given to the Alzheimer’s Foundation or CHP – Defiance A lifelong resident of the Archbold area, she was
Monday, January 1, 2018 Area Inpatient Hospice. Online condolences may be of- a homemaker, and a volunteer at the Fulton County
at Community Health Pro- fered to the family at www.grisierfh.com Health Center, Care & Share and at Fairlawn Ha-
fessionals Inpatient Hos- ven. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchil-
pice, Defiance. Walter Bowser (1926 - 2018) dren, and was a member of the Lockport Mennonite
Rick was born Octo- Church, rural Stryker.
ber 13, 1949 in Essen, (Zion United Methodist Church Member)
Germany, the son of the She is survived by four children, Samuel (June)
late Dan and Anna (Graff) Walter J. Bowser, age Wyse of Austin, MN, David (Karen) Wyse of Pettisville,
Draghiceanu. 91, of Wauseon, passed Audrey (Rob) Fricke of Archbold, and Chris (Christy)
He married Brianna away on Monday, Janu- Wyse of College Grove, TN; 10 grandchildren; and 12
Thomas on December 15, ary 1, 2018, at Heartland great-grandchildren.
2000 in Toledo, Ohio. Rick of Wauseon. Prior to his
worked for Ford Motor retirement, he had been a She was preceded in death by her parents; her
Company at the Dearborn Glass Plant as a shipping carpet salesman. husband; a granddaughter; and a brother, Rollin
and receiving clerk for 27 years. In his free time, Rick Short.
enjoyed fishing, grilling, and working on cars. He espe- Walter was born in Ar-
cially cherished spending time with his family. lington, Massachusetts, Services will be held on Saturday, January 13, at
Surviving are his wife, Brianna Draghiceanu, of on October 7, 1926, the 10:30 AM at the Lockport Mennonite Church with
Defiance, Ohio; four children, Anna Maiden of Taylor, son of Walter and Harri- Pastors Steven Heatwole and Matthew Weaver offi-
Michigan, Ted (Kim) Draghiceanu of Defiance, Ohio, ett (Parkhill) Bowser. On ciating. Interment will follow in the Lockport Cem-
Dakota Draghiceanu of Defiance, Ohio and Kaitlyn June 12, 1948, he married etery. Friends may call at Lockport Church from 4
Draghiceanu of Defiance, Ohio, and one grandchild, Ivy M. Magnuson, and she – 8 PM on Friday. Short Funeral Home in Archbold
Danny Maiden of Taylor Michigan. Rick was preceded preceded him in death in has been entrusted with the arrangements. The fam-
2007. ily suggests that memorials be given to CHP Defiance
He was a member of the Zion United Methodist Area In-Patient Hospice.
Church, rural Wauseon. Walter was also very active
in death by his parents; two brothers, Eika Draghicea- with the order of the Easter Star (O.E.S) and the Free
nu and Wolfgang Draghiceanu. and Accepted Masons (F & AM) in Everett, Mass., and
To honor Rick’s wishes there will be no visitation or Sebring, Florida.
funeral services. Arrangements are in care of Oberlin- Surviving are two daughters, Sandra L. Maltais of
Turnbull Funeral Home, 206 North Lynn Street, Bryan. Thomaston, Maine, Sherry G. Cooper of Bradenton,
Those planning an expression of sympathy are Florida; two sons, Robert B. Bowser and William J.
asked to consider memorial contributions be made to Bowser, both of Wauseon; nine grandchildren; and four
Fort Defiance Humane Society, 7169 State Route 15, great-grandchildren. Walter was preceded in death by
Defiance, Ohio 43512. his wife, parents, and two sisters.
Condolences may be sent to the family or the online The family requests that memorial contributions be
guest book may be signed at www.oberlinturnbull.com given to Zion United Methodist Church. Online condo-
lences may be offered to the family atwww.grisierfh.com

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POLICE, EMT, FIRE, TRAFFIC & COURT NEWS

WAUSEON POLICE (December 26) Alarm jury Accident Edward, Jeremy D. (Angola, Indiana).
(December 27) 123 S. Fulton St., Sus- (December 26) Abandoned/Suspicious (December 28) S. Munson Rd., Unlock Driving under suspension – child sup-
picious Person Vehicle Vehicle port. Fine: $300; Costs: $109. 92/70
(December 27) 625 Ottokee St., Missing (December 27) Speed/Warning (December 28) W. Garfield, Intoxicated speed. Fine: $50; Costs: $40.
Person (December 27) Speed/Citation Person
(December 27) N. Shoop Ave.@E. Oak (December 27) Agency Assist (December 28) W. Garfield, Intoxicated Garman, Tyler J. (Edgerton, Ohio).
St, Disabled Vehicle (December 27) Unsecure Premise Person 68/55 speed. Fine: $46; Costs: $79.
(December 27) 128 Commercial St., (December 27) Medical Emergency (December 28) Chestnut St., Vehicle
Missing Person (December 27) Juvenile Complaint Damage Grzymkowski, Jerry E. (Montpelier,
(December 27) 230 Clinton St., (December 28) Equipment Violation/ (December 28) Bassett St., Welfare Ohio). Violation of restriction. Fine:
Narcotics Warning Check $300; Costs: $109; Jail: 180 days with
(December 28) 1265 N. Shoop Ave., (December 28) Fraud (December 29) W. Garfield, Ill Person 180 days suspended. Operator’s license
Larceny (December 28) Agency Assist (December 29) Lawrence St., Non-injury suspended from November 13, 2017 to
(December 28) 485 E. Airport Hwy., Ac- (December 28) Fire-Agency Assist Accident February 11, 2018.No future violations
cident (Property Damage) (December 29) Medical Emergency (December 29) W. Garfield, Unlock within next 5 years.
(December 28) 152 S. Fulton St., Inves- (December 29) Forgery/Bad Checks Vehicle
tigate Complaint (December 30) 911 Hang Up (December 29) Sanderson St., Unlock Gryzmkowski, Jerry (Montpelier,
(December 28) 485 E. Airport Hwy., Ac- (December 30) Medical Emergency Vehicle Ohio). OVI suspension. Fine: $500;
cident (Property Damage) (December 30) Maddie St., Assist Res- Costs: $184; Jail: 180 days with 177
(December 28) 620 Cherry St., 911 SWANTON POLICE cue-Injury days suspended. Operator’s license sus-
Hang Up Contact In Person (December 16) Hickory St., Suspicious (December 31) N. Main St., Assist REs- pended from January 8, 2018 to April
(December 28) E. Airport Hwy.@ N. Vehicle cue-ill 8, 2018. 70/55 speed. Fine: $45; Costs:
Shoop Ave., Accident (Property (December 16) Church St., Assist Res- (December 31) Church St., Parking $40.
Damage) cue-ill Complaint
(December 29) 441 Robert Dr., Man w/ (December 16) Veronica St., Peace Keep (December 31) S. Main St., Assist Res- Helland, Aaron R. (Bryan, Ohio).
knife (December 16) N. Hallett Ave., Assist cue-ill Safety disregard. Fine: $500; Costs:
(December 29) 239 W. Leggett St., Van- OSP-car/deer (December 31) Mettabrook Dr., Aban- $84; Jail: 20 days with 17 days sus-
dalism (December 17) E. St. Clair St., Assist doned Vehicle pended. No future violations within next
(December 29) 1135 N. Shoop Ave., Rescue-ill (December 31) Valleywood Dr., Unlock 2 years. 1st Timers Retreat within 90
Threats/Harassment (December 17) Garfield Ave., Assist Res- Vehicle days. Vacate ADM license suspension
(December 29) E. Airport Hwy.@N. Ot- cue-ill and fees.
tokee St., Disabled Vehicle (December 17) E. Airport Hwy., 911 FULTON COUNTY
(December 29) 126 Birch St., Investi- Hang Up PROSECUTOR NEWSLETTER Hutchison, Jan L. (West Unity,
gate Complaint (December 17) Geneva Dr., Assist Res- Swanton man was sentenced on Ohio). Failure to yield. Fine: $71;
(December 29) 1285 N. Shoop Ave. Unit cue-ill January 4, 2018, in the Fulton Coun- Costs: $79.
10, Suicide Attempt (December 17) S. Mais St., Welfare ty Common Pleas Court according to
(December 29) 133 S. Fulton St., Tres- Check-Ok county prosecutor Scott A. Haselman. Jenkins, Kenneth C. (Hillsdale,
passing/Unwanted (December 17) Lincoln St., Dispute Glen Kille, 35, of 215 W.. Airport Michigan). Safety disregard. Fine: $500;
(December 30) 133 S. Fulton St., Tres- (December 18) Dodge St., Identity Fraud Hwy., Apt. 6, previously pleaded guilty Costs: $114; Jail: 20 days with 17 days
passing (December 18) Cypress St., Accidental to Aggravated Possession of Drugs. On suspended. Operator’s license suspend-
(December 30) 485 E. Airport Hwy., Alarm October 6, 2017, he possessed a sched- ed from November 26, 2017 to May 25,
Larceny (December 18) Turtle Creek Dr., Assist ule II controlled substance. 2018. No future violations within next
(December 30) 151 S. Fulton St., Rescue Judge Jeffrey L. Robinson sentenced 2 eyars. 1st Timers Retreat within 90
Drunk (December 19) Promenade Dr., 911 Mr. Kille to 2 years of community con- days. Vacate ADM license suspension
(December 30) 151 S. Fulton St., Hang Up trol and ordered him to pay prosecution and fees. 63/55 speed. Fine: $25; Costs:
Drunk (December 19) Maddie St., Unwanted costs, successfully complete Empow- $40.
(December 30) E. Airport Hwy.@N. Ot- Person ered for Excellence sober living pro-
tokee St., Disabled Vehicle (December 20) E. Airport Hwy., Suspi- gram, and any recommended aftercare, Johnson, Darin H. (West Unity, Ohio).
(December 30) 133 S. Fulton St., Sui- cious Person and serve 35 days in CCNO, with credit OVI. Fine: $750; Costs: $84; Jail: 90
cidal Threats (December 20) W. Airport Hwy., Acci- for days served. days with 70 days suspended. Opera-
(December 30) 230 Clinton St., Missing dental Alarm Failure to comply could result in Mr. tor’s license suspended from January
Person (December 20) High School, Assist Res- Kille spending 11 months in prison. 5, 2018 to January 5, 2020. Recovery
(December 31) Enterprise Ave.@W. Lin- cue-ill Service of Northwest Ohio. BMV to va-
foot St., Suspicious Person (December 20) Chestnut St., 911 Hang WILLIAMS COUNTY cate ALS and fees. No future violations
(December 31) 129 S. Fulton St., 911 Up SHERIFF ARRESTS within next 3 years. Failure to control.
Hang Up Contact In Person (December 20) E. Airport Hwy., Unlock January 3rd, 10:17pm-Jordan Tra- Fine: $50; Costs: $40.
(December 31) 425 Cole St. Unit 106, Vehicle vis Williams, 27, of 1700 E. High St.
911 Hang Up Contact In Person (December 20) Lincoln St., Civil Dispute Apt H7 of Bryan Ohio was arrested on Jones, Coy L. Jr. (Montpelier, Ohio).
(December 31) 1375 N. Shoop Ave., Ac- (December 21) Allen Dr., Suspicious Ve- Bench Warrant out of Williams County 66/55 speed. Fine: $46; Costs: $79.
cident (Property Damage) hicle Juvenile Court for Contempt of Court.
(December 31) 840 W. Elm St Unit (December 21) Swanton Reservoir, Ju- January 4th, 10:22am-Michael Lee Laurin, Alexis L. (Bryan, Ohio). As-
1207, Loud Noise veniles Trespassing Brown, 29, of Montpelier was arrested sured clear distance ahead. Fine: $71;
(December 31) 230 Clinton St., Civil (December 21) Maddie St., Vandalism on a Bench Warrant out of Williams Costs: $79.
Matter (December 22) Zeiter Way, Disorderly County Juvenile Court for Nonsupport
(December 31) 324 Barbara Dr., 911 Conduct of Dependents. Martinez, Megan L. (Napoleon, Ohio).
Hang Up Contact In Person (December 22) W. Airport Hwy., Assist January 5th, 6:06pm-Delton K. 73/55 speed. Fine: $46; Costs: $79.
(December 31) 00 W. Leggett St., ani- Rescue-ill Walt, 19, of 1732 SR-34 of Bryan was
mal Call (December 23) Parkside Dr., Theft- arrested on one count of Domestic Vio- Mathies, Lisa A. (Stryker, Ohio). Im-
(January 1) 840 W. Elm St. Unit 1202, possible lence. proper start/back. Fine: $71; Costs:
Suspicious Activity (December 23) E. Airport Hwy., Unlock $79.
(January 1) 400-B Shoop Ave., Dis- Vehicle WILLIAMS COUNTY TRAFFIC
abled Vehicle (December 24) Hallett@Airport, Non In- Adams, Jared T. (Hillsdale, Michi- McNeil, John (Edgerton, Ohio). Driv-
(January 1) 1270 N. Shoop Ave., Unit A, jury Accident gan). Driving under suspension. Fine: ing under suspension. Fine: $300;
911 Hang Up Contact In Person (December 24) Airport@SH 64, Non In- $300; Costs: $90; Jail: 30 days with Costs: $114. 68/55 speed. Fine: $45;
(January 1) 725 N. Harvest Lane, Ani- jury Accident 30 days suspended. Operator’s license Costs: $40.
mal Call (December 24) Hallett Ave., Possible Car suspended from December 19, 2017 to
(January 1) 1180 N. Shoop Ave., Inves- Fire March 19, 2018. No future violations Montgomery, Christopher R. (Pioneer,
tigate Complaint (December 24) St. Richard Crt., Door to within next 2 years. 64/55 speed. Fine: Ohio). Assured clear distance ahead.
(January 1) 491 E. Airport Hwy., Civil door solicitors $45; Costs: $40. Fine: $71; Costs: $79.
Matter (December 25) Sanderson St., Suspi- Altaffer, Sue A. (Bryan, Ohio). 74/55
(January 2) 485 E. Airport Hwy., Inves- cious Noises speed. Fine: $46; Costs: $79. Moore, Ronald L. (Bryan, Ohio).
tigate Complaint (December 25) Swanton Valley, Assist Antigo, Emily L. (Bryan, Ohio). 41/25 66/55 speed. Fine: $46; Costs: $79.
(January 2) 485 E. Airport Hwy., Juve- Rescue-ill speed. Fine: $46; Costs: $79.
niles (December 26) E. Airport Hwy., Non-In- Bostic, Alysa L. (Swanton, Ohio). Pearson, Skyler, Z. (Montpelier,
(January 2) 485 E. Airport Hwy., Lar- jury Accident 66/55 speed. Fine: $46; Costs: $79. Ohio). Assured clear distance ahead.
ceny (December 26) Red Bud Lane, Assist Box, Tammy D. (Bryan, Ohio). 70/55 Fine: $71; Costs: $79.
(January 2) 428 E. Chestnut St., 911 Deputy speed. Fine: $46; Costs: $79.
Hang Up Contact In Person (December 27) Airport@S. Main, Dis- Carrell, Amber R. (Ney, Ohio). Fail- Prince, Kolt W. (Edon, Ohio). 65/55
(January 2) 00 Leggett St., Suspicious abled Vehicle ure to display operator’s license. Fine: speed. Fine: $46; Costs: $79.
Vehicle (December 27) Co. Rd. 2@Airport, Assist $100; Costs: $79. Lighted lights. Fine:
(January 3) 449 Prospect St., Suspi- OSP-Accident $35; Costs: $40. Schloma, Hope E. (Montpelier, Ohio).
cious Person (December 27) E. Garfield, Unlock Deck, Robert E. (Montpelier, Ohio). 67/55 speed. Fine: $46; Costs: $79.
Vehicle 67/55 speed. Fine: $46; Costs: $79.
WEST UNITY POLICE (December 27) E. Airport Hwy., Non-In- Dulaney, Lea E. (Wauseon, Ohio). Sebastian, Brandon J. (Bryan, Ohio).
(December 25) Medical Emergency jury Accident 71/55 speed. Fine: $46; Costs: $79. Traffic control device. Fine: $35; Costs:
(December 25) Well being Check (December 27) E. Airport Hwy., Non-In- $79.

Smith, Tyler J. (Bryan, Ohio). OVI.
Fine: $650; Costs: $209; Jail: 20 days
with 17 days suspended. Operator’s li-
cense suspended from September 19,
2017 to September 19, 2018. No future
violations within next 3 years. Assess-
ment at Shalom. Vacate ALS and fees.
Driving under suspension. Fine: $500;
Costs: $45.

Stull, Timothy R. (Bryan, Ohio).
40/25 speed. Fine: $46; Costs: $79.

Swalley, Terry L. (West Unity, Ohio).
OVI. Fine: $650; Costs: $84; Jail: 20
days with 17 days suspended. Opera-
tor’s license suspended from November
25, 2017 to November 25, 2018. No

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POLICE, EMS, FIRE & COURT NEWS

Highway Patrol InvestigatingTimers Retreat within 90 days. Vacate taxes – 2011 (Bryan). Fine: $200 with
future violations within next 2 years. 1st Smith, Tyler J. (Bryan, Ohio). File city

ADM license suspension and fees. $200 suspended; Costs: $84; Jail: 30 Fatal Crash Near Edgerton
Taylor, Bobby L. (Montpelier, Ohio). days with 30 days suspended. No future
Child restraint. Fine: $15; Costs: $85. violations within next 3 years. Must file
taxes and make payment arrangements
Taylor, Chelsey F. (Bryan, Ohio).
Driving under suspension. Fine: $500; within 30 days.
Costs: $84; Jail: 180 days with 180 days Smith, Tyler J. (Bryan, Ohio). File city Edgerton – The Defiance Post of The Mr. Jinkins was pronounced dead at
suspended. Operator’s license suspend- Ohio State Highway Patrol is currently the scene. A seatbelt was in use by Mr.
ed from November 25, 2017 to February taxes – 2015 (Bryan). Fine: $200 with investigating a fatal crash which oc- Jinkins and the crash remains under
23, 2018. No future violations within $200 suspended; Costs: $84; Jail: 30 curred on January 2, 2018, at approxi- investigation. Assisting the Ohio State
next 5 years. 35/25 speed. Fine: $45; days with 30 days suspended. No future mately 3:39 pm on County Road D.50, Highway Patrol at the scene were Wil-
Costs: $40. violations within next 3 years. Must file west of County Road 7, approximately liams County Coroner, Edgerton Fire,
taxes and make payment arrangements two miles northeast of the Village of Edg- Williams County EMS, and Williams
Underwood, Lowell D. (Bryan, Ohio). within 30 days. erton, in St. Joseph Township. County Sheriff’s Office.
Traffic control device. Fine: $35; Costs: Snow, Adam R. (Edon, Ohio). Disor- A 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer being
$79. derly conduct. Fine: $190; Costs: $85. driven by Christopher A. Jinkins, age 39, The Ohio State Highway Patrol en-
courages drivers and occupants to al-
Wentz, Amanda J. (Hillsdale, Michi- Snow, Sean W. (Edon, Ohio). Disor- of Bryan, Ohio, was eastbound on Coun- ways where their seat belts, to never
gan). 66/55 speed. Fine: $46; Costs: derly conduct. Fine: $190; Costs: $85. ty Road D.50 when he traveled off the left drive distracted or impaired, and to re-
$79. Walz, Delton (Bryan, Ohio). Domestic side of the roadway and stuck a tree. duce speed during inclement weather.
Williams, Joshua D. (Montpelier, violence. Fine: $350; Costs: $360; Jail:
Ohio). Railroad crossing. Fine: $50; 180 days with 180 days suspended. No
Wauseon K-9 Assists OSHPWoten, Douglas N. (Montpelier, Ohio). violent or threatening contact with vic-
Costs: $90. future violations within next 5 years. No

Expired plates. Fine: $46; Costs: $79. tim.
FULTON COUNTY TRAFFIC
WILLIAMS COUNTY CRIMINAL
Coffman, Chad M. (Montpelier, Ohio). With Turnpike Traffic StopArmstrong, Jacob E. (Lyons, Ohio).
File city taxes – 2014 (Bryan). Fine: 83/55 speed. Fine: $150; Costs: $88.
$200 with $200 suspended; Costs: $84; Ballmer, Juana M. (Fayette, Ohio). On 12-31-17 Ohio State Highway Pa- Partner, Officer Pharaoh, were called
Jail: 30 days with 30 days suspended. trol stopped a rented 2017 Ford Expedi- to the scene to assist. Officer Pharaoh
No future violations within next 2 years. Failure to control. Fine: $97; Costs: $93.
Must file taxes and make payment ar- Bakker, Rebecca A. (Hillsdale, Michi- tion for a speed violation on Interstate alerted to the vehicle and a probable
rangements within 30 days. gan). 75/70 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: 80. Criminal indicators were observed cause search revealed 70 pounds of
$80. and Officer Dawn Huner and her K-9 marijuana.
Bender, Kennth J. (Morenci, Michi-
Coffman, Chad M. (Montpelier, Ohio).
File city taxes – 2015 (Bryan). Fine:

Williams County Sheriff Issues$200 with $200 suspended; Costs: $84;
gan). Failure to control. Fine: $102;
Costs: $80.

Clauson, Amanda M. (Delta, Ohio).
Failure to control. Fine: $102; Costs:
Jail: 30 days with 30 days suspended. $88.
No future violations within next 2 years.
Must file taxes and make payment ar- Statement Regarding BullyingDeWolfe, Taylor J. (Archbold, Ohio).
rangements within 30 days. 71/55 speed. Fine: $47; Costs: $88.
Felix, Teresa L. (Archbold, Ohio).
Dennis, Jeremy G. (Bryan, Ohio). 83/55 speed. Fine: $150; Costs: $88. After a significant bullying event on schools, and others to understand the
Disorderly conduct. Fine: $250; Costs: a local school bus, the Williams Coun- dynamics of bullying and the long-term
$100; Jail: 30 days with 28 days sus- Figley, Rhett M. (Lyons, Ohio). Fail- ty Sheriff’s Office, Prosecutor and local effects bullying has on victims. We en-
pended. No fture violations within next 3 ure to control. Fine: $102; Costs: $85. schools stand united when it comes to courage others to use this site as a gate-
years. No violent or threatening contact bullying, Youths should know that law way to discuss these issues amongst
with victim. Franklin, Joshua J. (Liberty Center, enforcement will investigate bullying al- youths in the community. If you wit-
Ohio). 667/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: legations and when appropriate, crimi- ness bullying, please report It to school
Gillett, Kimberly M. (Defiance, Ohio). $88. nal and/or delinquency charges will officials, law enforcement and children
File city taxes – 2013 (Bryan). Fine: follow. The website www.stopbullving. services. We want youths to feel safe in
$200 with $200 suspended; Costs: $84; Gacek, Cidney N. (Swanton, Ohio). gov is an excellent resource for parents, school and at home.
Jail: 30 days with 30 days suspended. Failure to control. Fine: $97; Costs: $85.
No future violations within next 3 years.
Must file taxes and make payment ar- Hawkins, Deanne M. (Delta, Ohio).
rangements within 30 days. 68/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: $80.
Oberhaus, Quinton C. (Napoleon,
Gillett, Kimberly M. (Defiance, Ohio). Ohio). 75/55 speed. Fine: $77; Costs:
File city taxes – 2014 (Bryan). Fine: $80. December Report From
$200 with $200 suspended; Costs: $84;
Rivera, Yolanda (Wauseon, Ohio).
Failure to control. Fine: $102; Costs:
$80.

Fulton County Clerk Of CourtsSchlosser, Zachary C. (Wauseon,
Jail: 30 days with 30 days suspended. Ohio). Driving under suspension. Fine:
No future violations within next 3 years. $250; Costs: $88. Community control
Must file taxes and make payment ar- sanctions: 180 days jail; $750 fines. No Fulton County Clerk of Courts Tracy 1,328 (1,303) titles; new cars 122 (130),
rangements within 30 days. violations of law for a period of 2 years. Zuver has provided his monthly report used cars 760 (739), new trucks 56 (66),
for December 2017, with December used trucks 256 (239), vans 13 (25), mo-
Orick, Charles K. (Edon, Ohio). Pass- Sexton, Andgela L. (Wauseon, Ohio). 2016 in parenthesis, with the following: torcycles 23 (19), manufactured homes
ing bad check. Fine: $100; Costs: $114; 40/25 speed. Fine: $47; Costs: $85. 18 (13), trailers 19 (17), travel trailers 14
Jail: 30 days with 30 days suspended. New cases filed in the legal depart- (9), motor homes 13 (6), buses 0 (2), off-
Ordered to pay restitution. No future Shumaker, Judith K. (Wauseon, road vehicles 27 (32), watercraft 5 (4),
violations within next 2 years. Ohio). 65/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: ment; domestic 14 (16), civil 20 (17), outboard motors 0 (2), other 2 (0), with a
$88. criminal 12 (4), and miscellaneous 1 total of fees collected being $493,724.52
Orick, Charles K. (Edon, Ohio). Pass- Smith, Samuel E. (Delta, Ohio). (3), with a total of fees collected being
72/55 speed. Fine: $47; Costs: $80. $14578.30 ($18734.74).
ing bad check – 2nd case. Fine: $100; Stasa, Patrick J. (Metamora, Ohio). The title department issued a total of ($461,874.46). INFORMATION PROVIDED
Costs: $114; Jail: 30 days with 30 days Seat belt – driver. Fine: $30; Costs: $43.
suspended. Ordered to pay restitution. Stirn, Jerry W. (Metamora, Ohio0.
No future violations within next 2 years. 38/25 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: $80.

Reclus, Shannon S. (Montpelier, Results From Fulton CountyWiggins, Markeisha A. (Defiance,
Ohio). File city taxes – 2015 (Bryan).
Fine: $200 with $200 suspended; Costs: Ohio0. Seat belt – passenger. Fine: $20;
$84; Jail: 30 days with 30 days sus- Costs: $51.
pended. No future violations within next
3 years. Must file taxes and make pay- Wright, Daniel (Delta, Ohio). Red tail-
ment arrangements within 30 days.
Sheriff Holiday Traffic Blitzlights. Fine: $37; Costs: $85. No front
Riley, William D. (Defiance, Ohio). plate. Fine: $37; Costs: $85.
Hunting with motor vehicle. Fine: $150;
Costs: $79. Sheriff Roy E. Miller announces citations for Drug Offenses (Possession
FULTON COUNTY CRIMINAL that the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office of Marijuana). The Traffic Enforcement
Smith, Nolan D. (Bryan, Ohio). Pos- Kendrick, John (Wauseon, Ohio). No conducted a Traffic Enforcement Blitz, Blitzes are paid for from a grant that the
session. Fine: $150; Costs: $79. Agency dog license. Fine: $12.50; Costs: $70. designated, Christmas/New Year’s Eve Sheriff s Office received from the Ohio
to destroy contraband. Netcher, Shawn R. (Wauseon, Ohio). Blitz, which ran from December 8th, Department of Public Safety.
Confine dog. Fine: $50; Costs: $78. 2017 thru December 31st, 2017. Depu-
Riley, Gabriel L. (Wauseon, Ohio). ties who worked this Blitz made 34 traffic Sheriff Miller and his deputies are
Open container. Fine: $50; Costs: $70. stops and issued 12 citations, The cita- dedicated to protecting the citizens of
Fulton County and the motorists who
Smith, Tyler J. (Bryan, Ohio). Endan- tions issued were for 6 speed violations, travel its highways. This grant allows
gering children. Fine: $300; Costs: $84; FULTON COUNTY CIVIL 1 Operation While Under the Influence extra patrol to enforce the traffic laws
Jail: 180 days with 180 days suspended. For: Morgan, Ashley (Montpelier, of alcohol or drug, 1 Driving Under Sus- that will increase the safety of motor-
No future violations within next 3 years. Ohio). Against: Lillich, Shelton (Swan- pension, 1 No Operator’s License, and ists on the roadway in the areas that are
Counseling at Shalom. ton, Ohio). $1067.25. 1 expired registration. Deputies also is- prone to a higher number of serious and
fatal crashes.
sued 27 warnings during the Blitz. Dep-
uties also issued 2 minor misdemeanor
Patrol Encourages INFORMATION PROVIDED

Commercial Vehicle Safety Fulton County Board
Extends Work Contracts
Bowling Green – Motorists are en- To enhance safety, Ohio State High-
couraged to use caution when driv- way Patrol commercial motor vehicle By: James Pruitt 16 dogs were picked up by staff and one
ing around commercial vehicles. Large inspectors conducted 216,041 vehi- THE VILLAGE REPORTER by an owner; 13 were redeemed. The of-
trucks and buses have operating limita- cle inspections in the last two years. fice collected $20 for redemption and $10
tions such as blind spots, longer stop- These inspections led to the discovery of The Fulton Board of County Commis- for boarding fees; $140 for euthanasia and
ping distances, and limited maneuver- 262,883 safety violations. sioners opened their 2018 session with a $20 for a license. One dog was requested
ability that make it essential for other short meeting Jan. 2, 2018. to be euthanized. Eleven citations were is-
vehicles to focus on safety. Safety inspections follow a thorough sued.
process to ensure both the truck and The board approved several contract
The no-zone areas are located direct- the driver meet state and federal regula- extensions. The commissioners accepted the resig-
ly behind, in front and on either side of tions. Vehicles and drivers that fail to nation of Jacob Wreeder as a laborer for wa-
the vehicle. Those areas are more prone meet these regulations may be placed Contract 198-063- Pleasant View Sew- ter and sewer of the Public Utilities Office.
to crashes because the commercial driv- out of service and cannot continue op- er District with Lyons Septic Tank Clean- His last day will be Jan. 12 and he will
er cannot see the motorist. From 2014 eration until regulation standards are ing, $235; Contract 2016-76 – Fulton/ be starting at the Maumee Valley Planning
through 2016, there were 72,632 crash- met. Lucas waterline with the city of Toledo, Organization Jan. 15.
es on Ohio’s roadways involving at least $3,228,166.02; Northeast Water System
one commercial vehicle. For more commercial vehicle inspec- with Swancreek Water District, $2,000; The commissioners approved the
tion and crash statistics by county, Contract 2011-50 – Henry County Solid transfer of $11,019 for fuel, office sup-
“Crashes occurring in the no-zone please visit http://www.statepatrol. Waste District. $100; Contract 2013-004 plies and copies from several departments
are can be avoided by sharing the road ohio.gov/media/2018/Commerical_ – Thomas Shelly, professional services, into the General Fund and $7,201 to the
with commercial vehicles,” said Lt. An- Bulletin_2018.pdf $1,200 and T-Mart, Inc., water fill station FCDHS Utility Reimbursement fund.
gel R. Burgos, Commander of the Bowl- services, $1,750.
ing Green Post. “Remember, if you can- For more tips on driving around James can be reached at
not see the commercial vehicle driver in commercial vehicles safely, please visit The Fulton County Dog Warden re- [email protected]
their side view mirror, assume they can- https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/ourroads/ port for the week of Dec. 17-23 showed
not see you.” tips-driving-safely-around-large-trucks-
or-buses.

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Wednesday, January 10th, 2018 “The Village Reporter” / Weekly Northwest Ohio (Williams & Fulton County News) - 5

Several Young Ladies Compete For The Title
In The Pride Of Williams County Pageant

The eighth annual
Pride of Williams
County Pageant will
be held on Sunday,
January 14 at the
Art and Education
Building in Bryan. A
total of 23 reigning
Queens from Bryan,
Edgerton, Edon,
Montpelier, Pioneer,
and West Unity will
be vying for the titles
of Miss, Teen Miss,
Junior Miss and Little
Miss Williams County.
Doors open at 5:00 with
the pageant beginning Emilie Sue Eustace, Miss Serina Lynn Imm, Miss Katelynn LouAnn Phillips, Zoi Danee’ Bauer, Miss Elizabeth Kay Fritsch, Miss
at 5:30. Tickets will be Pioneer, is the 15-year- Edgerton, is the 16-year- Miss Bryan, is the 16-year- West Unity, is the 17-year- Montpelier, is the 16-year-
available at the door old daughter of Trent and old daughter of Douglas old daughter of Mark and old daughter of Gregory old daughter of Brian and
for $5 each so come Becky Eustace. She is a and Tonya Imm. She is a Casie Phillips and Kent and Justin Bauer. She is an Angel Fritsch. She is an
cheer for your local 10th grader who is active 10th grader who is active and Taylor Nagel. She is an 11th grader who is active 11th grader who is active in
in cheerleading, golf and in football and basketball 11th grader who is active in in basketball and foot- golf, swimming and 4-H.
SOAR. cheerleading, softball and softball, school plays and ball cheerleading, National
titleholders! Be sure yearbook. church youth group. Honor Society and 4-H.
to bring a little extra
change to vote for your
favorite contestant to
win the People’s Choice
Award as well!

Alexandra Kay Jacoby, Miss Heavenlee Angel Jean Ow- MaKenna Linn Hollstein, Matayvia Zhane’ Van Zile, Brooke Ann Satterthwaite, Jade Marjorie Scott, Teen
Edon, is the 16-year-old ens, Teen Miss Edon, is the Teen Miss Pioneer, is the Junior Miss West Unity, is Teen Miss Bryan, is the Miss Montpelier, is the
daughter of Michael and Jill 13-year-old daughter of 13-year-old daughter of the 12-year-old daughter 15-year-old daughter of 13-year-old daughter of An-
Jacoby. She is a 10th grader Jon and Summer Owens. Mike and Heather Hollstein of Paul and Tiffany Proper. Chad Satterthwaite and thony and Jaimi Geren and
who is active in volleyball, She is an 8th grader who She is a 7th grader who is She is a 7th grader who is Renee Lovejoy. She is a Jeremy Scott. She is a 7th
painting and tubing. is active in basketball and active in volleyball, cheer- active in softball, volleyball 9th grader who is active in grader who is active in soft-
football cheerleading, soft- leading and gymnastics. and cheerleading. dance, competitive gymnas- ball and cheerleading and
ball and FFA. tics and spending time with loves singing in the shower.
friends and family.

Noelle Marie Ritter, Teen Allison Lee Patten, Junior Autumn Serenity Ann Ow- Hope Helene Hamblin, Ju- Kenley Ann Routt, Little Kaitlynn Jo Baldwin, Ju-
Miss Edgerton is the Miss Pioneer is the 11-year- ens, Junior Miss Edon is nior Miss Edgerton is the Miss West Unity, is the nior Miss Montpelier, is
13-year-old daughter of old daughter of Ryan and the 9-year-old daughter of 10-year-old daughter of 10-year-old daughter of the 11-year-old daughter of
Scott and Paula Ritter. She Karrie Patten. She is a 5th Jon and Summer Owens. Zach and Jill Hamblin. She James and Melissa Routt. Matthew Baldwin and Kris-
is a 7th grader who is active grader who enjoys play- She is a 3rd grader who is a 4th grader and enjoys She is a 4th grader and en- tina Hutchinson. She is a
in softball, basketball and ing volleyball, softball and enjoys playing softball, 4-H football, 4-H and gymnas- joys playing softball, bas- 5th grader and enjoys play-
volleyball. making slime. and Church youth group. tics. ketball and volleyball. ing volleyball and softball
and archery.

Halle Renee Six, Junior Kaydance Ann Hobeck, Lit- Caylin Marie Brenneman, Gracie Lynn Zuver, Little Lanie Michele Cheek, Lit- Best of
Miss Bryan, is the 11-year- tle Miss Edon, is a 6-year- Little Miss Bryan, is the Miss Pioneer, is the 9-year- tle Miss Edgerton, is the luck as you
old daughter of Michael old daughter of Steven and 8-year-old daughter of Da- old daughter of Chad and 7-year-old daughter of compete for
and Marci Six. She is a 5th Aeriel Hobeck. She is a 1st vid Brenneman and Brandy Jennifer Zuver. She is a 3rd Scott and Jessica Cheek. the title!
grader and enjoys dance, grader and enjoys being Rodeheaver. She is a 3rd grader and enjoys playing She is a 1st grader and en-
cheerleading and drawing. a 4-H Cloverbud, dancing grader and enjoys camping, volleyball and softball and joys playing tot ball, LEGO
and playing T-ball. reading and playing soccer. riding horses. Club and art.

Piper Addison JoHantgen,
Little Miss Montpelier, is
the 8-year-old daughter of
Sam and Kendra JoHant-
gen. She is a 3rd grader and
enjoys playing softball, tak-
ing care of her dog Gibson
and drawing.

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6 - The Village Reporter” / Weekly Northwest Ohio (Williams & Fulton County News) Wednesday, January 10th, 2018

Fayette Lions Club Awards Scholarship Williams County Commissioners
To 2017 Graduate Ethein Malchow Approve Multiple Resolutions
To Open New Year

PHOTO PROVIDED By: James Pruitt County Road 20 as submitted by Engi-
THE VILLAGE REPORTER neer Todd Roth. The bridge spans Bea-
SCHOLARSHIP WINNER ... Ethein Malchow, a 2017 graduate of Gorham Fayette ver Creek and will cost $611,243. It is
High School, received one of the two $500 scholarships presented by the Fayette The Williams Board of County Com- scheduled to be completed this year.
Lions Club. Ethein is a freshman at Xavier University and majoring in Political missioners opened its 2018 legislative
Science. At the completion of the first term, Lowell Beaverson, Fayette Lions Club year by approving several resolutions Resolution 18-07: The commission-
treasurer, presented the check to Ethein. Jan. 4. The resolutions are as follows: ers approved a roadway soil boring
agreement for roadway pavement at a
“BundleAsNNoUfAJLoy” Tab Resolution 18-01: Create a new line cost of $9,175 with TTL.
Wednesday, February 28, 2018 for the Auditor for Humana Supple-
mental Insurance, Humana, Chubb Resolution 18-08: The commission-
$10 Disability, Lifelock Supplemental In- ers approved an agreement for nursing
surance and Lifelock. home respite care at Hillside Country
Submission!!! Living and Community Health Profes-
The board approved a transfer of sionals – Hospice the Caring Way, for a
Photos Print $12,115.18 for non-capital equip- hospice home care survey.
In Color! ment for the Board of Developmental
Disabilities. The board approved the Resolution 18-09: The commission-
transfer of $708,158 to establish a new ers approved a sublease between Wil-
line item for Jobs and Family Services liams County Jobs and Family Services
for the purchase of day care services. and NW Ohio CASA for $50 per month
for unoccupied office space, internet
Resolution 18-02: The commission- access, phone, copying, faxing and
ers approved an agreement and collec- scanning services.
tion of watercraft registrations through
Dec. 31, 2020. Resolution 18-10: The commission-
ers approved an agreement with JFS
Resolution 18-03: The commission- and Spell Write LCC for transcription
ers approved a lease of 226 square feet services at a total not to exceed $6,000
of office space for Cancer Assistance of through Dec. 31, 2018.
Williams County at 1425 East High St.
in Bryan. The payment is $273.98 per Resolution 18-11: The commission-
month through Dec. 31,2018. ers approved a sub-grant agreement
between JFS and NW Ohio Commu-
Resolution 18-04: The commission- nity Action Commission not to exceed
ers approved an agreement with the $35,000 to administer services to main-
Lucas County coroner to perform au- tain federal and state requirements for
topsies and other necessary services. public funded child care.
Autopsies will cost $1,450 each.
Resolution 18-12: The commis-
Resolution 18-05: The commission- sioners approved an agreement be-
ers approved a memorandum of under- tween JFS and Adriel School for child
standing between the Williams County placement, Title IV-E not to exceed
Department on Aging and the Area $175,000.
Office on Aging of Northwest Ohio to
conduct a survey of senior center sat- Resolution 18-13: The board will re-
isfaction. The county aging will spend ceive sealed bids for asphalt emulsion
no more than $2,500. The AOoA will products until 9:30 a.m. Jan. 25, 2018.
spend $18,765.
Resolution 18-14: The board ap-
The study will be conducted by proved prevention retention contingen-
Scripps Gerontology Center. The De- cies for 2018 for JFS.
partment of Aging will seek people to
complete the telephone survey. The board received the Dog Warden
report for December 2017. The dog
Resolution 18-06: The commission- warden picked up 14 dogs, had nine
ers approved an LPA-Federal Local IFT reclaimed and eight dogs sold or res-
project agreement 31254 between the cued. The office collected $350 in fees.
board at the state of Ohio and ODOT
for redecking the existing bridge on James can be reached at
[email protected]

Franklin B. Walter Donation
Received From Local Bank

DO NOT Program: The Franklin B. Walter Local Enhancement: The North-
MISS THE Scholarship Award’s Program was west Ohio Educational Service Center,
FEBRUARY 22nd established by the Ohio Superinten- serving Defiance, Fulton, Henry and
DEADLINE! dent’s Educational Service Center As- Williams Counties, fully supports the
sociation to promote student achieve- Franklin B. Walter Program. However,
Actual Photo Size: 2.75 x 3.75 ment and recognize outstanding we have expanded the recognition.
students. A senior from each county Outstanding students in each dis-
Parents, Grandparents, Aunts & Uncles within the State of Ohio will receive trict will receive a scholarship award
Introduce your baby or toddlers to friends & the award annually. of $200 each while one county winner
family throughout our coverage area for just $10! will be awarded $500. The NwOESC
This scholarship award is named also honors a special education pro-
Qualifications: in honor of Franklin B. Walter who vider from each county for the work
served as State Superintendent done on behalf of students with dis-
1.) 5 years old or younger abilities across northwest Ohio. All
2.) One child per photo Of Education for Ohio from March students will be recognized at a local
3.) Photos must be print quality 1977 until August 1991. Throughout ceremony in March 2018 and county
his career, Dr. Walter exemplified con- winners at a state-wide banquet in
cern for young people and dedicated Columbus in April 2018.
his life to the improvement of educa-
tion in Ohio.

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Please fill out the following form and send with photo by Thursday,
February 22, 2018. If you would like your photo(s) returned, please
enclose a self-addressed, stamped envelope or photos may be picked
up at the main office in Montpelier after publication.

PLEASE PRINT

Baby’s Name:

Date of Birth: PHOTO PROVIDED

Parent’s Name: SCHOLARSHIP ... Pictured from left: Kerri Gearhart, NwOESC Superintendent and
Jacque Wells, Farmers and Merchants Bank. Farmers and Merchants is a longtime
Put wife’s name in brackets. Example: John & Jane (Page) Jones supporter of the Franklin B Walter Scholarship program and presented the pro-
gram with a donation of $1,000 towards the student scholarships.
Hometown:

Grandparents Name:
Hometown:

Phone:

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Wednesday, January 10th, 2018 “The Village Reporter” / Weekly Northwest Ohio (Williams & Fulton County News) - 7

Four Candidates File To Challenge Incumbent Latta In Ohio’s 5th Congressional District

By: Cory Johnson ing health care reform and establishing congressional to run for February 7 at 4:00 pm. The primary election
THE VILLAGE REPORTER term limits. will be held on May 8, 2018. Ohio’s Fifth Congressio-
nal District includes Defiance, Fulton, Hancock, Hardin,
Two Republicans and two Democrats have filed peti- On the Democratic side, Maumee’s J. Michael Gal- Henry, Paulding, Putnam, Van Wert, Williams, Wood,
tions to run for office in the 2018 midterm elections to braith and Perrysburg’s James Neu Jr. will be vying for and Wyandot counties and sections of Lucas, Mercer,
represent Ohio’s Fifth Congressional District. They will their party’s nomination. and Ottawa counties.
be challenging incumbent Congressman Bob Latta (R-
Bowling Green) who has retained the seat since 2007. After spending the majority of his career abroad Cory can be reached at
working in international finance, J. Michael Galbraith [email protected]
Filing soon after the 2016 election of President Don- currently teaches at Bowling Green State University and
ald Trump, Todd Wolfrum, a current County Commis- owns his own small investment management company. Edgerton Board Of
sioner in Van Wert County is running as a self-pro- He urges for bipartisanship in Congress to focus on such Education Closes Out 2017
claimed “anti-establishment Republican”. An open critic issues as creating jobs in northwest Ohio and maintain
of Congressman Latta’s time in Washington, Wolfrum the area’s water quality after previous algal bloom scares & Prepares For 2018
is a practicing lawyer and author of “The Conservative in Lake Erie.
Story”, a book outlining his ideas to give more power The Edgerton Local Board of Education convened in
to state governments and develop a comprehensive tax James Neu Jr. is in the midst of his second campaign a rescheduled regular session on December 18.
plan. for Ohio’s Fifth Congressional District seat. He ran as a
Democrat against Latta in the 2016 mid-term election. In financial matters, the Board moved to approve
The second Republican to file was Bob Kreienkamp, A Chrysler Corporation employee and UAW Local 1435 financial reports, bills for payment, appropriation and
a retired engineer for WBGU-TV and Wood County dairy member, Neu also serves with the Perrysburg Township estimated resource modifications for the month of Octo-
farmer. Kreienkamp served as the chair of Bowling Green Fire and EMS and as a member of the Wood County ber, as well as the purpose statement and budget for the
State University’s Classified Staff Council and supports Democratic Central Committee. If elected, he hopes to Junior Parents Post Prom account for 2017-2018 SY.
the Republican Main Street Partnership- a caucus of 70 improve the Affordable Care Act and implement Farm
members of congress that emphasize conservative fami- Bill conservation programs to maintain water quality. In annual year-end staples, the Board elected Nick
ly values and unity. His campaign has rallied for improv- Hug as president pro-tempore for the Board reorga-
The Ohio Secretary of State’s office has set the filing nizational meeting of 6:00 p.m. on January 8, 2018
deadline for candidates to turn in all required paperwork meeting, with the regular meeting to follow. The Board
approved the annual membership dues with the Ohio
Governor Kasich Proclaims January School Board Association in the amount of $2,962.00,
with electronic issues only of OSBA Briefcase, and also
As School Board Recognition Month approved a listing of NEOLA policies as presented dur-
ing the November 2017 meeting.
INFORMATION PROVIDED
The Board moved to approve the District Gifted Edu-
FOUR COUNTY CAREER CENTER SCHOOL BOARD ... Ohio Governor John Kasich proclaimed the month of cation Plan, and the eighth grade trip to Chicago on May
January 2018 as School Board Recognition Month with the theme “School boards lead so students can achieve.” 11, 2018. The donation of a piano to the Music Depart-
School Board members contribute hundreds and hundreds of hours each year leading their districts. Whether ment from the family of Lu and Orville Yarger was ap-
crafting policies, hiring top-notch administrators, listening to staff and student concerns, or recognizing out- proved, as was the purchase of a 2016 Ford Fusion car
standing programs, board members always keep their eyes on the prize of student achievement. Ohioans should at a cost of $14,400.00 from Dietsch Sales & Service,
recognize the vital contributions of these men and women and focus attention on the crucial role these elected and the labor cost of exterior camera installation and
public officials play in the education of our students. Four County Career Center is joining with other districts licensing at $1,700 with Applied Technologies.
throughout the state to recognize the important contributions school board members make to their communi-
ties. The Career Center is appreciative of their school board members who assure that the school is providing The Board approved commendations for the 2017
the best career and technical education possible for the students. Serving on the district’s Board of Education National Honor Society inductees: senior Blake Hohler,
for 2018 are (FRONT - LEFT TO RIGHT) Connie Nicely, Career Center Treasurer; Cindra Keeler, starting her and Juniors Kendra Blue, Bailey Bowen, Braydon Cape,
10th year as a Bryan City Schools board member and her 10th year on the Career Center board; Chris Ober- Melody Cheek, Brody Degryse, Claire Flegal, Clayton
lin, starting her 22nd year as a Defiance City Schools board member and her 21st year on the Career Center Flegal, Madison Freeman, Madissen Fritch, Dominic
board; Carol Kleck, a 27 year veteran on the Northwest Ohio Educational Service Center board and appointed Gigax, Olivia Hennessey, Eric Herman, Bree Hug, Ali-
to her 21st year on the Career Center board; Marcia Bruns, starting her 9th year as a Napoleon City School yssa McCormick, Leeanna Pelz, Andre Ramirez, Micah
board member and her 4th year on the Career Center board; Nona Rupp, starting her 8th year as a Northwest Ritter, Greg Roth, Kaden Steele, Devin Thiel, and Alivia
Ohio Educational Service Center board member and her 8th year on the Career Center board; (BACK - LEFT Wheeler. The Board also commended the Edgerton FFA
TO RIGHT) Brian Baker, starting his 23rd year as a Northwest Ohio Educational Service Center board member State Parlimentary Procedure Team of Audrey Schroed-
and his 12th year on the Career Center board; Tim Meister, Career Center Superintendent; Darrell Higbie, start- er, Noah Wickerham, Alana Brenneman, Nya Lovejoy.
ing his 6th year as a Montpelier Exempted Village board member and his 3rd year on the Career Center board; Brenda Vanderburggen. Elissa Bowen, Heather Vollmer,
Kenneth Esterline, a 35 year veteran on the Northwest Ohio Educational Service Center board and appointed to and Kolby Stark.
his 26th year on the Career Center board; Larry Fruth, starting his 14th year as a Wauseon Exempted Village
board member and his 14th year on the Career Center board; Dennis Vetter, starting his 9th year as a Hicksville Personnel matters approved by the Board included
Exempted Village board member and his 5th year on the Career Center board; and Ron Crawford, starting his the resignation of Maimee Giesige as the varsity golf
14th year as a Northwest Ohio Educational Service Center board member and his 4th year on the Career Center coach at the conclusion of the 2017-2018 season, and
board. The Board of Education elected Larry Fruth as President and Chris Oberlin as Vice-President for 2018. the updated non-certified sub list, including Cameron
Four County Career Center serves twenty-two school districts in Defiance, Fulton, Henry and Williams counties. Jordan as substitute maintenance at a rate of $8.50 per
hour, pending pre-employment requirements.

The Board extended a supplemental contract to Jes-
sica Pettit as Assistant Softball Coach and Mike Caryer
as an Athletic Department – Softball volunteer for 2017-
2018. The Board approved Cody Bigger as an Athletic
Department – Cross Country volunteer for 2018-2019,
and offered supplemental contracts to Jason Zum-
baugh as Varsity Cross Country Coach, Jordan Karnes
as Jr. High Cross Country Coach, Ben Wilhelm as Var-
sity Football Coach, and Carl Sonneberger, Seth Schro-
eder and Brody Flegal as Assistant Football Coaches.

The Board moved to approve Kermit Riehle as an
Ohio Principal Evaluator (OPES), and Paul Jones and
Brent Saneholtz as Ohio Teacher Evaluators (OTES)

The Board opted to create a Facilities Committee with
board members Tom Flegal and Robert Siebenaler serv-
ing on the committee, then retired into executive session
at 7:36 pm. Returning from executive session at 9:16
pm, the Board adjourned for the evening.

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Library News

Adult Coloring Class Busy Fingers Craft Club
At Stryker Branch Library At Edgerton Branch Library

Attend an Adult Coloring Class at served. Come and relax at the library ATTENTION CRAFTERS!! The Edger- cross stitching, crocheting, knitting,
the Stryker Branch Library on Tues- while coloring! ton Branch Library has a program just etc. for a relaxing couple of hours of just
day, January 16 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. for you, the Busy Fingers Craft Club! stitching and chatting together.
Pictures and coloring utensils will be The Stryker Branch Library is located The group will meet on Thursdays, Feb-
provided, but attendees are welcome to at 304 South Defiance Street. For more ruary 01 and 15 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. The Edgerton Branch Library is lo-
bring their own. Refreshments will be information, please contact Connie Ae- All local crafters are welcome to join! cated at 319 North Michigan Street. For
schliman at 419-682-5081. Bring your craft project, whether it is more information, contact Shanea Her-
man at 419-298-3230.

Build Your Own Arctic Animal Fayette Normal Memorial Library
At The Pioneer Branch Library Releases January Activities

The Pioneer Branch Library will be is a mobile stuffed animal workshop,
hosting a session of the Noah’s Ark Ani- where participants bring their very own
mal Workshop, Arctic Animals, on Mon- stuffed animal to life. During the work- Our new director will be Wendy Ad- having enjoyed a long successful career
day, January 29 and Tuesday, January shop, attendants hand-stuff their own ams who will be taking over January 2, as a novelist. Miles away, Sadie Sparrow,
30. Each evening participants will take plush pal!! And because animal creation 2018. Wendy has been working at the a young detective in the London police
part in the workshop and pick 1 out of 4 is done together, it’s the ultimate group Library for 3 years. We wish her well in force, while staying at her grandfather’s
animal characters to build, from 5:30 to party fun! her new position. house in Cornwall, is out walking one
6:30 pm. This program is open to ages day and stumbles upon the old Edevane
3 through 15. You must register to at- The Pioneer Branch Library is locat- Join Brianna Phillips in making a estate, now crumbling and covered with
tend. ed at 106 Baubice Street. For more in- Chalk Art craft. The class will be Sat- vines. Her curiosity is sparked, setting
formation, please call Rose King at 419- urday, January 13, 2018 @ 10:00 a.m. off a series of events that will bring her
The Noah’s Ark Animal Workshop 737-2833. The cost of the class is $10.00. Brianna and Alice together and reveal shocking
will show you how to make chalk art
Kids Succulent Potting Class on various surfaces. Samples will be on truths about a past long gone, yet more
display at the Adult Circulation desk. present than ever.
Please call the Library, or stop in at the
Adult Circulation desk to sign up for Story Time: Story time is for children
At Pioneer Branch Library this class. ages 2 to 5 not yet in Kindergarten. Chil-
Family Fun Night will be Friday, dren ages 2 and 3 are required to have
an adult stay with them for the entire
January 26, 2018 @ 7:00 p.m. We will session. Story Time meets every Monday
be showing the movie Despicable Me 3. from 6:30 to 7:00 p.m. January Sched-
The Pioneer Branch Library will be Please register to attend as this program Bring blankets, pillows, stuffed animals, ule: Jan. 15—Book: Brrr! Craft: Winter
holding a kids Succulent Potting class, is limited to 12 attendants. or anything to be comfortable during Hat. Jan. 22—Book: The Snowman’s
for ages 6 to 15 years old, on Saturday, The Pioneer Branch Library is lo- the movie. Popcorn and candy will be Song Craft: Dancing Snowman. Jan.
January 20 at 10:30 am. Participants cated at 106 Baubice Street. For more provided. Parents are required to stay 29—Book: We See Snowflakes In Winter
will decorate a pot and plant a mini- information, please call the library at with their child during the entire event. Craft: Math Snowflakes.
mal care succulent plant to take home. 419-737-2833. Please call the Library, or stop in at the After School Program: Our After
Adult circulation desk to sign up for the School Program meets Tuesdays and
Stryker Branch Library movie. Thursdays from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Our Monthly Trivia Challenge for Grades K-2 come on Tuesdays. Grades
3-5 come on Thursdays. January Sched-
the month of December was a Christ- ule: Jan. 9 & 11—Lego Club. Jan. 16 &
To Hold Back Room Book Sale mas Word Scramble. The winner of the 18—Book will be Sneezy the Snowman
Christmas Candy was Chester Lee Well- and we will make a pop-up snowman.
man. The Challenge for January is a
Winter Word Find. Enter and win a Hot Jan. 23 & 25—Game Day. Jan. 30 &
Mark your calendars! The Stryker Li- see what bargains you can find. Cocoa Mug! Feb. 1—Share Your Hobby!
brary will be holding a back room book Regular business hours for the li- Story Trail: Join us for a story at the During the month of December we
sale from Monday, January 29 through brary are Monday through Thursday Story Trail at Harrison Lake State Park. had Food For Fines. For every non-
Saturday, February 03, during regu- from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm, Friday from We will have the story The Missing Mit- perishable food item a patron brought
lar library business hours. Books of all 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, and Saturday from ten Mystery by Steven Kellogg for the in, we took $1.00 off their fine. We then
genres will be available to purchase, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. Stryker Branch month of January. The Story Trail starts donated all the items to Fayette Helping
along with music CDs, DVDs, maga- Library is located at 304 S. Defiance at the trail by the Camp Office and pro- Hands. It was a great success! We were
zines, and more. There is sure to be Street. For more information about the ceeds through the woods for a nice sce- able to donate 59 Items to help Fayette
something for everyone! All items will be book sale, please contact Connie Ae- nic walk. Helping Hands. Thank you to everyone
sold for a freewill donation. Stop in and schliman at 419-682-5081. Thursdays @ 7 Book Club: The Book that contributed, whether you had fines
Club will meet Thursday, January or not!!
25. The book that will be discussed is We would like to Thank these indi-
Teen Pinterest Program The Mountain Between Us by Charles viduals for their generous Christmas
Martin. On a stormy winter night, two gifts to the Library Staff! Ruth Hutchi-
At Edgerton Branch Library strangers wait for a flight at the Salt son, Sue Schaffner, Marilyn Opdycke,
Lake City airport. Ashley Knox is a writ- Mairi O’Sullivan, Ruth Marlott, Jerry
er who is flying east for her wedding. Landis, and Jan Willis.
Dr. Ben Payne is a surgeon who needs January Books: Jan. 2—Spring
to get back east for scheduled surger- Forward by Catherine Anderson. Jan.
The Edgerton Branch Library will be tend. ies. When the last flight is cancelled due 2—Promise Not to Tell by Jayne Ann
holding a Teen Pinterest program on The Edgerton Branch Library is lo- to a coming storm, Ben finds a charter Krentz. Jan. 2—Unbound by Stuart
Tuesday, January 30 from 5:30 to 6:30 plane that can take him and Ashley to Woods. Jan. 2—Dial M for Mousse by
pm. Teens can create 3D art! This event cated at 319 North Michigan Avenue. Denver to catch a connection. The pilot Laura Bradford. Jan. 2—Robicheaux by
is free, but you must pre-register to at- For more information, contact Shanea then has a heart attack and the plane James Lee Burke. Jan. 2—The Bomb
Herman at 419-298-3230.

crashes in the wilderness. Ben with bro- Maker by Thomas Perry. Jan. 9—Amish
Local History Center Murder Mystery ken ribs, and Ashley with a leg fracture Sweethearts by Amy Clipston. Jan. 9—
have to survive on a harsh mountain Operator Down by Brad Taylor. Jan. 9—
The English Wife by Lauren Willig. Jan.
Book Club Makes Selections For 2018 with temperatures in the teens. Ashley 16—A Treacherous Curse by Deanna
soon realizes that the very private Ben Raybourn. Jan. 16—Beneath the Sum-
has some serious emotional wounds to
heal with his estranged wife. She begins mer Sun by Kelly Irvin. Jan. 23—Fall
“Murder by the Book,” an adult book Were None by Agatha Christie at 2:00 to fear that when it comes to her own From Grace by Danielle Steel. Jan. 23—
discussion group dedicated to murder PM in the Harmon Room love story, she’s just settling. As the The Pearl Sister by Lucinda Riley. Jan.
mysteries, meets at the Local History May 10: And Then There Were None days on the mountain turn into weeks, 23—Sisters Like Us by Susan Mallery.
Center on the second Thursday of each by Agatha Christie their survival becomes increasingly per- Jan. 30—Dark in Death by J.D. Robb.
month, in the Harmon Room, from 6:30 June 07: Movie – The Maltese Falcon ilous. How will they make it out of the Jan. 30—Beyond Danger by Kat Martin.
to 7:30 pm. As a bonus this year, sev- by Dashiell Hammett at 2:00 PM in the wilderness, and if they do, how will this Jan. 30—Still Me by Jojo Moyes. Jan.
eral movie days have also been added Harmon Room experience change them forever? 30—Beyond Scandal and Desire by Lor-
to the schedule. The movie shown will June 14: The Maltese Falcon by Busy Bee Book Club: The Book Club raine Heath.
coincide with the book of the month. Dashiell Hammett will meet Monday, January 22 @ 7:00 New Books on CD: Jan. 23—Fall
If you love to read and discuss books, July 12: Toasting up Trouble by Lin- p.m. The Book that will be discussed is From Grace by Danielle Steel. Jan. 30—
you are invited to come and participate da Wiken The Lake House by Kate Morton. Living Dark in Death by J.D. Robb.
and be a part of the group. Copies of August 09: The Beekeeper’s Appren- on her family’s idyllic lakeside estate New Young Adult Books: Jan. 2—
the next book to be discussed are wait- tice by Laurie R King in Cornwall, England, Alice Edevane is Someone to Love by Melissa de la Cruz.
ing at the Local History Center desk for September 13: State of the Onion by a bright, inquisitive and talented six- January DVDs: Jan. 2—Battle of the
anyone wishing to be a part of the club. Julie Hyzy teen-year-old who loves to write stories. Sexes. Jan. 2—Brad’s Status. Jan. 2—A
Book selections have been chosen for October 11: The Crocodile on the One Midsummer’s eve, after a beauti- Question of Faith. Jan. 2—American
2018 and are as follows: Sandbank by Elizabeth Peters ful party drawing hundreds of guests to Made. Jan. 2—Last Days of Billy the
January 11: The American Girl by November 08: They Did It with Love the estate has ended, the Edevanes dis- Kid. Jan. 9—The Foreigner. Jan. 9—
Kate Horsley by Kate Morgenroth cover that their youngest child, eleven- Marshall. Jan. 9—My Little Pony: The
February 08: Murder at the Book December 13: A Dark and Stormy month-old Theo, has vanished without a Movie. Jan. 16—Blade Runner 2049.
Group by Maggie King Night by Julie Buckley trace. He is never found, and the family Jan. 23—Geostorm. Jan. 23—Thank
March 08: The Vanishing Thief by The Local History Center is located is torn apart and the house abandoned. You For Your Service.
Kate Parker at 107 East High Street. For more in- Decades later, Alice is living in London, INFORMATION PROVIDED

April 12: A Front Page Affair by formation, please contact Pam Lash at
Radha Vatsal 419-636-6734 ext. 275.
The“EBdingegrotoFnoBr rBaonockhs”LAibtraryMay 03: Movie - And Then There
INFORMATION PROVIDED Quick & Quiet Meeting
For Montpelier Park Board

By: James Pruitt

THE VILLAGE REPORTER

On Friday, February 23 the Edgerton the program is limited to 20 partici- The Montpelier Parks and Recreation Board met briefly Jan. 3.
Branch Library will be holding “Bingo pants. The board reviewed some reports and talked about a need for a new truck,
for Books” from 3:30 to 4:30 pm. Win- but no major action was taken, Sandy Gordon said. She expects more signifi-
ners who get a Bingo get to choose a free The Edgerton Branch Library is lo- cation actions to be taken in February and beyond.
book! This event is open to school-aged cated at 319 North Michigan Avenue.
children, and you must pre-register as For more information or to sign up, James can be reached at [email protected]
please call the library at 419-298-3230.

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Wednesday, January 10th, 2018 “The Village Reporter” / Weekly Northwest Ohio (Williams & Fulton County News) - 9

Archbold Welcomes Two Swanton Rolls Out
New Council Members New Logo & Website
By: James Pruitt Committee assignments will be
THE VILLAGE REPORTER handed out Jan. 15. Other news of note, By: James Pruitt she took one student to do the actual
income tax receipts topped $4.5 million. THE VILLAGE REPORTER website design, while Hoelzle filled it
The village of Archbold has two new The mayor, Administrator Donna Det- with content. The cost was only $1,500.
council members as the 2018 legisla- tling and council members will rotate Swanton is a welcoming community
tive year began. Newcomers Drew Ginn attendance at German Township Trust- from its people to the village website. Hoelzle has been pleased with the
and Brad Short were sworn in Jan. 2 ee meetings. The trustees will rotate at- product received and considers it “phe-
by Mayor Jeffrey Fryman. The council tendance at future council meetings. The town recently rolled out a new nomenal” considering what the village
also re-elected Kevin Morton as council website and logo to make it easier for paid for it. The experience of partnering
president. James can be reached at people to identify the town and to access with the students was wonderful, she
[email protected] the information they need. The previous said.
web page was cumbersome and new
look and style was needed. “We are very “She has a tangible product to show
excited to write a new chapter,” Village and we can go toward making this (site)
Administrator Rosanna Hoelzle said. more user friendly,” Hoelzle said. Some
of the ways the site is better is under the
When Hoelzle came to town a few old site the tool bard was always on the
years back, she knew right away a new left side and changed each page. Now it
web design and functionality was need- does not.
ed. A lot of people used the site and the
need for something better was evident. “Our goal is that you can find what
you are looking for in three clicks,”
The issue came to light when the Hoelzle said. Change will be a constant
mayor asked for the village’s signs to be feature as web site should never be stat-
updated and the administrator suggest- ic. Residents will appreciate the ease
ed the village rethink its website as well. they can pay their utility bills and ac-
cess agendas, legislation and up-to-date
“It was the prime opportunity to information.
change the logo and the image of the vil-
lage, the letterheads and icons,” Hoelzle “We have had some positive feed-
said. While it would have been easy to back. This is just a good step,” Hoelzle
hire a large outside firm to do the work, said. “We say to people we are proud but
that would have been costly. Instead we are just at the forefront.
Hoelzle reached out to a professor at
Bowling Green State University. “We want people to look for informa-
tion on our site just like they do with
People in school need real world ex- Google; just they do for a restaurant,”
perience to help them find a job, so she Hoelzle said. “We want to make if there
found some people in the school’s graph- is information they can’t see to let us
ic design program. She had three stu- know.”
dents and they set out rebranding the
village in the fall of 2016. From there James can be reached at

[email protected]

PHOTO PROVIDED

NEW LOOK ... This is the new logo for the village of Swanton as it unveils its new
brand including a new website.

PHOTOS BY JAMES PRUITT, STAFF Schneider & Stickley Welcomed
To Wauseon City Council
NEW COUNCIL MEMBERS ... Mayor Jeffrey Fryman swore in council member Drew
Ginn and Brad Short Jan. 2, 2018.

Holiday City Mayor Signs Off By: Cory Johnson Fulton and Elm Streets that was consis-
THE VILLAGE REPORTER tently unkempt. The sidewalk had since
In a brief meeting to begin the new been cleared as of the meeting. “The
salaries for council members who start term, Mayor Kathy Huner administered owners of the building are to maintain
By: James Pruitt serving this year to qualify for OPERS the oath of office Steve Schneider and it, even if there isn’t a tenant,” Torbet
reminded council.
THE VILLAGE REPORTER credits. There will be a discrepancy in Harold Stickley as councilmen for the
Public Service Director Dennis Rich-
Shawn Clark oversaw his final Holi- pay as OPERS continues to adjust the City of Wauseon to begin the January ardson announced that bids for biosol-
day City Village Council meeting Dec. salary threshold that current members 3rd meeting. ids improvement at the city’s water rec-
21 as he stepped down as mayor at the get automatic raises and while incum- Steve Schneider retired in 2014 af- lamation plant will open on February 22
start of the new year. Clark has been bers members or new people will have to ter 44 years of teaching high school while bids for the painting of the 300,000
in office some time but now will shift to wait for the next election. mathematics and coaching wrestling at gallon Wabash Park water tower opened
the council. He credited Clerk-Treasur- A member must have five years of ex- Wauseon Schools. The Bowling Green on January 9. Richardson also reported
er Lauri TenEyck-Rupp for helping him perience to be eligible and would require State University and 1965 Wauseon that Public Works employees fixed an
over the past six years. He also thanked 10 years of receiving a half-point credit High School graduate was named the Elm Street water-main break near North
Administrator Gary Baker for showing to get the five years. Once this level is 2013 Chamber of Commerce Educator Park on New Year’s Eve and masonry
him the ins and outs of the job. obtained, elected officials would get the of the Year is also a 2016 inductee into work on the bath house for the city pool
full employer contribution (14 percent). the Wauseon Academic Hall of Fame. project has continued into the winter
Village Solicitor Dave Zoll told Clark Council approved a resolution ap- Harold Stickley owns and operates months although work slowed during a
he did a good job. The one thing Clark proving Then and Now certificates for E&H Auto Clinic in Wauseon. He was bout of extreme cold.
will miss will be the countywide mayors the remaining balance for November’s the president of the Fulton County Air-
meetings. Clark found them informa- electric purchases from AMP. The village port Authority Board for 10 years and Council members also approved
tive, he said. is not paying the whole amount, solici- retains an aircraft certification with the the following appointments to vari-
tor Zoll said. The village is making sure Federal Aviation Administration. Stick- ous boards and commissions made by
In other actions, the council ap- its records are in compliance with the ley previously served on the Wauseon Mayor Huner: James Barber, Jeff Stiriz,
proved the revised 2018 appropriations. auditors. Union Cemetery Board up until his elec- and Steve Schneider, Charter Review
The amounts did not change except for The company sent the village an es- tion to council. Commission; Harold Stickley, filling the
$215 for the (OVI) DUI/Education Fund timate that was triple the original price. Voters elected Schneider and Stick- unexpired term of Heather Kost, Com-
which the village is obligated to send to The village will be working under the ley and re-elected Rick Frey to council munity Reinvestment Area Housing
Montpelier as part of the police service original number since the new amount in the November general election. The Council; and Steve Schneider, Tax In-
its pays for annually now. Holiday City is so high, Administrator Baker said. seats were previously held by Heather centive Review Council Executive Com-
pays Montpelier $27,700 for the service. A new purchase order will be in effect Kost and Jon Schamp, both of whom mittee.
when a new agreement is did not seek re-election. Council mem-
The council approved the tempo- Huner also acknowledged that she is
rary 2018 appropriations. The coun- still seeking a resident to fill an unex-
cil approved legislation that will boost pired term for the Park Board and she
has asked James Barber to fill the un-
Steve Moor Retires signed, Clerk-Treasurer bers also voted to retain Jeff Stiriz as expired term of Harold Stickley for the
Rupp said. Council President. Wauseon Union Cemetery, pending ap-
The village’s broken si- In department head reports, Fire proval from Clinton Township Trustees.
From Chase Brass ren has been fixed, Baker Chief Rick Sluder told council that a
said. Baker was invited to meeting with Rupp-Rosebrock Inc. con- “He has a lot to do with the Memo-
a pre-construction meet- tractors finalized plans to enable work rial Day parade and ceremony and he’s
ing at 20/20 Custom to begin on the $59,900 sleeping quar- a veteran; I think he’ll be a great addi-
Molded Plastic. Coun- ter additions and police department tion for that board,” she said of Barber’s
cil discussed the former renovations project. appointment.
Queen Spa building. There Police Chief Keith Torbet reminded
is an assessment on the city residents to keep sidewalks adjacent The next Wauseon City Council meet-
line for anyone who wants to their properties clear of snow and ice, ing will be held on Monday, January 15,
to hook up to it. noting that extremely low temperatures at 5:00 pm in Council Chambers at the
Council has paid for and made it difficult to keep them clear. Wauseon Municipal Building.
half for all the businesses Councilor Shane Chamberlin previously
that have connected to asked the police department to look into Cory can be reached at

it, but this property was a sidewalk on the southeast corner of [email protected]

never hooked up. The vil-
lage’s share is $2,500 and
Hutch’s Towing owns it
now.
Hutch’s is talking to a
trucking company about
the building, Baker said.
The property does have a
septic system and a well.
Council was informed for
INFORMATION PROVIDED informational purposes PHOTO BY CORY JOHNSON, STAFF
only. The auto auction
RETIRES FROM CHASE BRASS ... Steve Moor, right, site was purchased by the
recently retired from Chase Brass and Copper after Ford dealership in Mont-
47 years of service with the company. Steve spent 38 pelier.
years as the Drawbench Operator and retired as a Fin-
ish Machine Operator. Mr. Moor received gifts from the OATH OF OFFICE ... Mayor Kathy Huner swore in Harold Stickley and Steve Sch-
Company and USW Local 7248 at a recent retirement neider (right) to begin serving on the Wauseon City Council to begin the January
celebration. He is pictured with Devin Denner, Chase James can be reached at 3 meeting.
Brass President. [email protected]

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Dozens Of Children Obtain New Shoes & Socks
At Annual Giveaway Event Hosted At Hilltop

By: James Pruitt The family got most of its shoes from
THE VILLAGE REPORTER a Payless Shoe store having a clear-
ance sale. Children’s shoes were $5 and
More than 75 children passed adults were $10, with the store taking
through the commons area of Hilltop 30 percent off the total. On hand to
High School to pick up new shoes and help were several young ladies in tiaras
socks collected by a Montpelier teen- and sashes. The various pageant win-
ager. ners helped size the shoes while others
fetched the socks.
Jade Scott, 13, and her mom, Jaimi
Geren, once again organized the Disney Several adult volunteers helped
Summer of Service shoe giveaway. The out as well including Corey and Sarah
effort is still living off a $500 grant Dis- Whitman of West Unity who said they
ney gave two years ago, plus other do- wanted to help out after hearing about
nations. The effort provides one pair of the event. The giveaway effort took on
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Hilltop Junior High & High School FCCC School
Students Of The Month For November Board Approves

Contract Extension

The December Meeting of the Four County Ca-
reer Center Board of Education was held on Thurs-
day, December 21, 2017 at 6:30 p.m.
A Summer Work Experience presentation was
given by Chris Zacharias.
As part of the Treasurer’s Report, the Board ac-
cepted and/or approved the following items:
• November Meeting Minutes.
• Financial statements and investments for the
month of November as presented.
• The Section 125 document for 2018.
PHOTO PROVIDED • A contract extension for School Insurance Con-
sultants, LLC.
HILLTOP STUDENTS OF THE MONTH ... Front row left to right-Ericka Dennison, Kacy Connolly, Brody McNeal, • Copier lease agreements with USBank and Cur-
Brianna Bell, Arleigh VanArsdalen, Chascity Brehm. Middle row left to right-Tayler Bleikamp, Destiny Kessing- rent Office Solutions for both Adult Ed and Voca-
er, Julia Schuurman, Kodi Brenner, Taryn Grant, Hannah Reamsnyder, Randy Vickery. Back row left to right- tional Programs.
Blake Kuszmaul, Ethan Eberly, Dillan Merillat, Trenton Funk, Jeremiah Miller, Morgan Norden, Christopher
Rhoades, Dan Shilling. Absent Brianna Oranday.
• Appropriation Modifications as presented.
Bryan City Council Kicks Off 2018 With As part of the Superintendent’s Report, the board
accepted and/or approved the following items:
Judy Yahraus Taking The Presidential Gavel • Resignations for the purpose of retirement for
Ken Cronin, CBI Instructor and Susan Sweet, Eng-
lish Instructor.
• Educational Aides as presented as well as a
taining to personnel, Warehouse Substitute.
Council approved the pro-
motion of firefighter Jared • Adult Education staff including STNA Instruc-
T. McCann to Firefighter 1 tors, an ASPIRE Instructor and Public Safety In-
status, and hired Michael structors.
P. Ruby as Firefighter 2
through a Staffing for Ad- • A resolution to create a Capital Projects Fund
and authorizing the transfer of funds from the Gen-
equate Fire & Emergency eral Fund and the Permanent Improvement Fund to
Response (SAFER) grant the Capital Projects Fund.
through FEMA. • A donation of miscellaneous items by Rubber-
Annual appointments Seal Products to the Auto Body Program valued at
$9,175.00
included the appoint-
ments of Mr. Wieland and • A donation of miscellaneous fabric and pillow
Melanie Kasier as prevail- stuffing from Kings Flooring and Furniture Outlet to
ing wage coordinators, the Interior Design Program.
and Patrick Thorp to the
Americans with Disabili- • A donation of upholstery fabric, vinyl, a com-
ties Act committee. Amy mercial grade sewing machine, thread and cutting
Welling was appointed to tools to the Interior Design Program.
the Williams County Com- • A monetary donation to the Baumgartner/Ban-
bined Health Board to re- dy Scholarship fund from Eagle Riders and Frater-
place Dawne Kline. Art nal Order of Eagles in Delta.
Spletzer was reappointed • A monetary donation to the Law Enforcement
for a five-year term to
the Board of Zoning Ap- Program from Newlyn Quest Club.
PHOTO BY TIMOTHY KAYS, STAFF peals; Richard Reed to • Under Board Committee Reports, the Board re-
an eight-year term with
APPRECIATION ... New Council President Judy Yahraus presented a plaque of ap- the Williams County Port ceived updates from:
preciation to outgoing President Richard Hupe. *Directors of Operations, Adult Education and

Authority, and Dan Stra- Career Tech Education
By: Timothy Kays ziuso reappointed for a Brian Baker was designated as the President Pro-
six-year term to the Civil Service Commission. Ber-
THE VILLAGE REPORTER Tem for the January 4, 2018 Organizational Meet-
nard Beavers and Niki Warncke were reappointed for ing.
The January 2 session of Bryan City Council saw six-year terms to the Planning and Zoning Commis- Upcoming meetings involving members of the
the seating of a new Mayor in Carrie Schlade, two new sion; Alexandra Smith and Mayor Schlade to the Re-
City Councilors in Mary Leatherman and F. John Bet- cord Commission, replacing Sheri Cooper and former Four County Career Center Board of Education in-
ts, and after the annual reorganization, a new Presi- Mayor Johnson; and Mayor Schlade and L.E. Smith clude the January Organizational Meeting at 6:30
dent of Council in Judy Yahraus. Ms. Yahraus was COO, Mari Ivan, to the Williams County Economic De- p.m., followed by the regular January Board Meet-
elected to take the helm to succeed outgoing Presi- velopment Corporation (WEDCO) Board of Directors. ing, both on January 4, 2018 in the Multi-Purpose
dent, Richard Hupe. In her first official act as Coun- Room at Four County Career Center.
cil President, Ms. Yahraus presented a plaque of ap- Council retired into executive session for the con-
preciation to Mr. Hupe, who was elected to the post sideration of the appointment of a public employee or
of Council Vice-President. “Thank you so much,” Ms. official.
Yahraus said to Mr. Hupe in recognition of his service.
“You have no idea as to how much this has meant. I’ve Timothy can be reached at
[email protected]

learned a lot from you. We really appreciate it, and the Museum Of Fulton County Hires Immunizations by
new Council wants to thank you, too.” Facilities Operations Manager Appointment Only

Council then turned to a busy legislative slate that Appointments Available
was heavy with annual staples, approving each under
suspended rules of reading. These items included:
• Ordinance 1-2018, which was a then and now
purchase agreement certifying adequate funds were Every Friday 8:30 am - 12:00 Noon

available at the close of last year for the May 5, 2017 1st & 3rd Thursday 2-6 pm

initiated, $1,279,865.93 ongoing effluent disinfection,
grit removal and digester improvement projects at the
Wastewater Treatment Plant.
• Resolution 1-2018 authorizing Mayor Schlade to
represent the city as a member of the Board of Direc- Fulton County Sportsmen's Club
tors of the Ohio Municipal Electric Association, a posi-
tion perennially held by former Mayor Doug Johnson. C.R. 14 - 1 mile North of Wal-Mart in Wauseon
Mr. Dick Long will serve as the alternate.
Annual Coon Supper
• Resolution 2-2018 authorizing the appointment of
City Engineer Brian Wieland to the Ohio Public Works
Commission’s District #5 Integrating Committee for Friday, January 19, 2018
Issue II. Mayor Schlade will serve as the alternate.
Serving from 5:00 pm - 12:00 Midnight

• Resolution 3-2018 authorizing Mr. Wieland to On the Menu: Tickets at
seek bids for the 2018 Asphalt Program. Citing the
upcoming sanitary sewer and Main Street projects, Coon, Beef, Venison, Meatloaf, the door
Mr. Wieland said, “I want to get the paving program
done earlier than what we normally do...so that we’re Chili & Other Game $20

PHOTO PROVIDED
not bottlenecked at one time. This is a pretty big proj- NEW OPERATIONS MANAGER ... January 4th, 2018 The Coon Supper includes:
ect. We’re going to pave all of Union Street, basically (Wauseon, OH) John Swearingen, Jr., Director of the Ful-
ton County Historical Society announced today that Scott door prize ticket,
Lonsdale has been hired as the Facilities Operations Man-
from railroad tracks to railroad tracks, and then most ager of the new Museum of Fulton County. “We are excit- your beverage of choice and
of East Wilson Street which is east of Union Street. ed to welcome Mr. Lonsdale to our team as we expand and all you care to eat and drink.
We’re estimating that this is going to be in excess of improve the services of the Museum of Fulton County.
$500,000...if not more. It is a budgeted item. We’re With his enthusiasm and experience he will be a valuable Stop Ignoring Your Teeth
going to use some of the money out of the ½ Percent asset.” Mr. Lonsdale will be responsible for the leader-
(Fund), and we’re also going to use $200,000 out of ship of the new Legacy Shop, increasing revenue through Get Them In
the Gas Tax money, which has been sitting there.” sales, and events. Mr. Lonsdale has over ten years’ expe- Shape For 2018
rience in historic interpretation and museum operations.
• Resolution 4-2018 authorizing Mr. Wieland to His previous position was Director of Fort Meigs located
seek bids for the 2018 Pavement Marking Program. in Perrysburg, OH where he was responsible for the day to
Mr. Wieland expected this budgeted program to be in day operations of the site as well as event planning, mar-
the area of $100,000. keting, and managing a staff of six. Scott began his career
in museums at the River Raisin Battlefield in Monroe, MI
• Resolution 5-2018 authorizing Mr. Wieland to ap- where he was the Chief of Historic Interpretation. The new
ply for several grants, as needed, including Ohio Pub-
lic Works Commission (OPWC), Community Develop-
ment Block Grant (CDBG), and others.
• Resolution 6-2018 authorizing Bryan Fire De- museum is located at the Fulton County Museum and
partment (BFD) Chief Bruce Siders to seek grants for Welcome Center, 8848 State Route 108, Wauseon, OH
the benefit of the BFD. 43567. “Preserving the Past, Embracing the Present and
Making the Future”, is the premise for the museum and
• Resolution 7-2018 authorizing Chief Siders to it’s exhibits. The Fulton County Legacy Shop will contain Exam, Cleaning & X -Rays $59In the absence of gum disease. New patients only. Expires 1/31/18 WVR67
seek bids for the replacement of several out of date self items for purchase relevant to Fulton County and its his-
contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) units. Chief tory. Other offices located in the building are the Fulton www.dentiststoledo.com
Siders noted that the typical life span of an SCBA unit County Visitors Bureau, Emergency Management Agency
is fifteen years, and that the replacements have been and Emergency Medical Director Offices. The opening Dr. Fuqua GRAND RAPIDS
budgeted. date for the museum is set for May 2018 with the Legacy Dr. Ahmed 419-832-9101 • 24163 Front Street
shop opening in Winter 2018. The museum will be open MAUMEE
Council granted consent to a building permit re- Monday thru Saturday 10am to 4pm and Sunday 12pm 419-893-8431 • 2444 South Detroit Ave.
quest from the Bryan City Schools for a 1,900-square- to 4pm starting May 2018. For more information please
foot renovation of the administrative offices located contact John Swearingen, Jr. at 419-337-7922 or muse-
within the Mose Isaac Field House, carrying an es- [email protected].
timated construction cost of $136,000. In items per-

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Knitting & Quilting Retreats Local Unemployment
Escape To Sauder Village This Winter Falls Below Four Percent

Archbold, OH – Again this winter idan is a weaver, knitter, spinner, fiber Ohio and U.S. Employment Situation Employment in goods-producing in-
Sauder Village is offering Knitting and explorer and owner of Heritage Spinning (Seasonally Adjusted) Local unemploy- dustries, at 918,500, increased 2,300
Quilting Retreats – a great opportunity and Weaving in Lake Orion, Michigan. ment rates fell below 4 percent in No- over the month as gains in manufac-
to get away from it all and be immersed Joan volunteers in the textile conserva- vember state figures show. turing (+2,700) and mining and logging
in fun workshops while doing something tion department at The Henry Ford Mu- (+100) outweighed losses in construc-
you enjoy! seum in Dearborn, Michigan, where she Both Williams and Fulton counties tion (-500). The private service-provid-
loves combining her passion for textiles came in at 3.7 percent, both down 0.3 ing sector, at 3,855,900, lost 5,600 jobs.
Retreats are held at the Sauder Heri- with her fascination with history. She percentage points from October. The fig-
tage Inn with guest accommodations has taught and presented at conferenc- ures are not seasonally adjusted. The Employment losses in trade, trans-
and meals available for the Knitting & es, for guilds and shops, and on tour in state’s not seasonally adjusted rate was portation, and utilities (-5,200); profes-
Fiber Arts Retreat in February and the Norway. 4.2 percent and the national rate was sional and business services (-2,700);
Quilter’s Retreat in March. “Sauder 3.9 percent in November. educational and health services (-1,900);
Village is a premier location for educa- A Quilter’s Retreat will also be held and information (-100) surpassed gains
tional retreats in this region,” shared this winter at the Sauder Heritage Inn. Ohio’s seasonally adjusted unem- in financial activities (+3,500) and other
Kim Krieger, Media Relations. “Again From Friday, March 2 through Sunday, ployment rate was 4.8 percent in No- services (+800).
this year we have an amazing group of March 4 the Inn will be filled with the vember 2017, down from 5.1 percent in
instructors and crafters joining us to humming of sewing machines as quil- October 2017. Leisure and hospitality had no
share their expertise and new ideas with ters gather to work on projects, relax, change over the month. Government
retreat participants.” The annual Knit- visit with friends and be inspired. The The number of workers unemployed employment, at 765,400, decreased
ting and Fiber Arts Retreat will be held weekend Quilt Retreat includes meals, in Ohio in November was 279,000, down 2,300 with losses in local (-1,400), state
on Friday, February 9 through Sunday, a goody bag, after hours shopping at 17,000 from 296,000 in October. The (-600), and federal (-300) government.
February 11. Threads of Tradition Quilt Shop, and number of unemployed has decreased
plenty of space for quilting throughout by 6,000 in the past 12 months from From November 2016 to November
Fiber artists will be gathering at the the weekend. 285,000. The November unemployment 2017, nonagricultural wage and salary
Inn to enjoy food, fellowship, inspiration rate for Ohio decreased from 5.0 percent employment grew 38,600. Employment
and education. Two or three day retreat More details and registration infor- in November 2016. The U.S. unemploy- in goods-producing industries increased
packages are available that include mation for the Knitting & Fiber Arts ment rate for November was 4.1 percent, 13,600. Manufacturing employment
meals, goody bags and more. A variety Retreat and Quilting Retreat offered unchanged from October, and down increased 7,800 in nondurable goods
of classes will also be offered through- at Sauder Village can be found online from 4.6 percent in November 2016. (+4,700) and durable goods (+3,100).
out the weekend for an additional fee. at http://saudervillage.org/classes- Construction added 5,700 jobs and
Retreat participants can register for the events/retreats Total Nonagricultural Wage and Sal- mining and logging gained 100 jobs. The
“Continental Knitting” or “Sewing Tech- ary Employment (Seasonally Adjusted) private service-providing sector added
niques for Knitted Garments” classes In addition to retreats, Sauder Vil- Ohio’s nonagricultural wage and salary 34,700 jobs. Employment gains in edu-
presented by Sonja Downey or the “In- lage offers many other classes and spe- employment decreased 5,600 over the cational and health services (+14,500),
kle Loom Weaving” class taught by Joan cial events throughout the year. Upcom- month, from a revised 5,545,400 in Oc- leisure and hospitality (+12,300), finan-
Sheridan. Retreat participants will also ing events planned at Sauder Village tober to 5,539,800 in November 2017, cial activities (+9,500), other services
enjoy a Friday evening “Historic Tex- include the Frozen in Time event on according to the latest business estab- (+4,000), and professional and busi-
tiles” lecture presented by Joan Sheri- Saturday, February 17, the Bridal Show lishment survey conducted by the U.S. ness services (+2,900) exceeded losses
dan. The evening lecture will offer the on Sunday, March 4 and the annual To- Department of Labor (Bureau of Labor in trade, transportation, and utilities
chance to learn how fashions changed ledo Symphony Concert on Thursday, Statistics) in cooperation with ODJFS. (-6,300) and information (-2,200). Gov-
as the times changed - those worn and March 8. The Historic Village will open ernment employment decreased 9,700
those that adorned our homes. Ms. for the 2018 season on Tuesday, May with losses in state (-7,700), local
Sheridan will share her textile collection 1 with the 42nd Annual Quilt Show in (-1,900), and federal (-100) government.
that spans more than 200 years and Founder’s Hall.
includes handspun and woven towels, All data cited are produced in co-
coverlets and rugs, garments and many For more information about re- operation with the U.S. Department of
kinds of lace. treats, classes, special events or plan- Labor. Data sources include Current
ning a visit to Ohio’s largest living-his- Population Survey (U.S. data); Current
Retreat attendees will discover how tory destination visit the Sauder Village Employment Statistics Program (nonag-
clever our fore-mothers were and how website at www.saudervillage.org, call ricultural wage and salary employment
technology impacted our textiles in this 800.590.9755, or connect with Sauder data); and Local Area Unemployment
presentation accompanied by a display Village on Facebook, Twitter or Insta- Statistics Program (Ohio unemployment
of museum-worthy artifacts. Joan Sher- gram. rates). INFORMATION PROVIDED

INFORMATION PROVIDED

Denial Of Service (DoS) Attacks NSCC Fall Commencement Ceremony
Affect BMU Internet Customers Awards 166 Degrees/Certificates

Saturday afternoon the BMU Com- being targeted, we can remove that con- ARCHBOLD, OHIO – Northwest State aged graduates to continue to reach for
munications Department was hit with a nection, and the DoS attack will cease. Community College celebrated the De- their highest ideals, saying “There’s
series of Denial of Service (DoS) attacks. However, in this instance, the attacker cember 2017 graduating class at their always something we can do to better
A DoS attack is where attackers/hack- used a sophisticated method that re- fall ceremony last evening, held in the ourselves, always an option to continue
ers attempt to prevent legitimate users sulted in the continued interruptions at Voinovich Auditorium. The ceremony learning, always a way to assist others. I
from accessing internet service. In a various times and durations of the at- recognized the awarding of 166 degrees truly believe that we should continue to
DoS attack, the attacker usually sends tacks. and/or certificates to 158 students from reach for those higher ideals that better
excessive messages asking the network the divisions of Allied Health, Business self, and the degree or certificate you are
or server to authenticate requests that There were no breaches of our serv- & Public Services; Arts & Sciences; In- receiving today is another step on your
have invalid return addresses. ers, firewalls, or customer information dustrial Technologies; Nursing; and Sci- journey to reach your ideals.” McColley
by these attacks. There was never any ence, Technology, Engineering Technol- concluded her remarks by reflecting on
For BMU customers, this means danger to our system or any City of Bry- ogy & Math (STEM). This represents the the importance of “paying it forward”
that our circuits were overloaded with an offices. The attack was no more than largest fall graduating class in the Col- and helping others in any way possible,
requests. This prevented customers a flood of information to the BMU Inter- lege’s history. then led the graduates in a standing
from getting an outside connection. By net circuits; no customer information ovation of thanks for those who helped
Saturday evening BMU IT personnel was compromised or threatened. Com- Dr. Cindy Krueger, NSCC vice presi- them each achieve their education goals.
worked with Sprint Communications, munications Superintendent Joe Ferrell dent for institutional effectiveness & stu-
our service provider, and were able to said, “We appreciate our customers’ pa- dent services, kicked off the ceremony During the ceremony, twelve stu-
isolate the incident and restore servic- tience as we worked through the prob- with a note of celebration. “Tonight, we dents were recognized as Award of Merit
es. The attacker restarted the DoS at- lem. We are now working on solutions are celebrating the achievements of our recipients. Award of Merit recipients are
tacks multiple times Saturday through to help prevent future service interrup- graduates. We, your family, friends and chosen by faculty from the respective
Monday taking the BMU system offline tions.” Ferrell went on to say, “With the College community, have gathered divisions based on leadership involve-
again. The initial attack was directed ever-changing technology it is difficult to celebrate with you,” Krueger said. ment, special talents or abilities in their
toward one of our cable modem custom- to prevent these incidents, as attack- academic field, and significant contribu-
ers, and their specific IP address. Nor- ers/hackers are always developing new Renee Limbacher of New Bavaria was tions to Northwest State.
mally, once we determine the address ways around internet security.” the student speaker. She received an
Associate of Applied Science in Medi- Award of Merit recipients included:
Wolfrum Files Petition For U.S. Seat cal Assisting and graduated Summa Allied Health, Business & Public Ser-
Cum Laude. During her speech, Lim- vices-Emily Branham Office Administra-
bacher offered her thanks for her sup- tive Services, Josh Carmody- Business
port system – family, friends, and NSCC Management,Kasara Kovar -Criminal
PHOTO PROVIDED Latta has not done. students, faculty and staff – by noting, Justice, Jennifer Majchrowski-Medical
“My opponent is like most politicians, “Your support has enabled us to face Assisting
SEAT VACANCY ...U.S. Fifth District the trials we have encountered on this
Congressional candidate Todd Wolfrum, he was voted into office then became a journey to success, and we have all had Arts & Sciences-Dustan Bradley As-
Van Wert, filed his petition Wednesday puppet for the lobbyists. He goes along trials.” Limbacher encouraged gradu- sociate of Arts
at the Lucas County Board of Elections with the establishment and even refused ates to continue to move forward, “Now
to be on the May Primary ballot. to support Trump when he became the it’s time to see what you can do. Test Industrial Technologies-Timothey
Republican candidate for president,” your limits, break through the barriers Yocklin Maintenance Technology-Me-
Wolfrum said. “I want to make an im- trying to hold you back, reach for the chatronics
pact when I get to Washington and rep- sky. Follow your heart, and never stop
resent northwest Ohio, not hide behind climbing.” Nursing-Devyn Stouffer Registered
legacy and the establishment.” Nursing
The keynote speaker for this year’s
During his door-to-door campaign, commencement ceremony was the Hon- Science, Technology, Engineering
Wolfrum tells voters his views on taxes, orable Denise Herman McColley, Com- Technology & Math-Levi Brumbaugh
health care and plan to join the Free- mon Pleas Judge of the Domestic Rela-
dom Caucus. He identifies himself as a tions/Juvenile Divisions with the Henry Mechanical Engineering Technolo-
libertarian-leaning fiscal conservative County Family Court. McColley encour- gies Trevor Kepler-CAD/CAM, Tyson
who would relentlessly seek ways to cut Spangler-Mechanical Engineering Tech-
spending and curtail the creep of gov- nologies, Rob Weisenburger-Electrical
Engineering Technologies, Alex Yoder-
Network Administration

ernment, if elected. Like most Ameri-
cans, he wants the Washington Swamp
drained of leaders who fail to represent
the true values of their constituents.
Wolfrum plans to continue his walk-
VAN WERT — U.S. Fifth District ing campaigning and looks forward to
Congressional candidate Todd Wolfrum, other speaking engagements, where he
Van Wert, filed his petition Wednesday can come to better understand the res-
at the Lucas County Board of Elections idents of the Fifth District. He can be
to be on the May Primary ballot. contacted at [email protected].
Wolfrum is seeking the seat of incum- Wolfrum is a lifelong resident of
bent Bob Latta, (R, Bowling Green). De- Northwest Ohio. He is serving his sec-
spite being in Washington for a decade, ond term as Van Wert County Commis-
Wolfrum says Latta has failed to become sioner. He is also a practicing attorney,
a leader who speaks out for his constit- business owner and author. He is a
uents. Wolfrum has been canvassing graduate of Lincolnview High School,
the Fifth District since August, visiting Bluffton College (now Bluffton Universi-
more than 11,500 houses while walking ty) and the University of Toledo College
PHOTO PROVIDED
more than 650 miles in 50 towns over of Law and currently resides with his FALL GRADUATION CEREMONY ... 166 degrees and/or certificates were awarded
84 days. He hears the concerns of the wife and sons in rural Van Wert County. to 158 students at the Fall Commencement at Northwest State Community College
residents and he wants to be a voice for INFORMATION PROVIDED on December 18, 2017. This represents the largest fall graduating class in the Col-
them in Washington, something that lege’s history.

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OSU Extension To Offer Farm Management Series In February

Ohio State University Extension-Fulton County your farm’s business plan, answering 9 key succes- offer options for “taking your farm a different direc-
will again be offering its Farm Management Series sion planning, legal structures, getting your finan- tion” to complement commodity production. The
on Tuesdays in February. The series is for any farm- cial affairs in order and family communication. buffet of topics will include transitioning to organic,
er who raises commodity grain and livestock. This swine production, agri¬tourism, barley production
year’s program will focus on farm succession, finan- Tuesday, February 13th will focus on financial in Ohio, and non-GMO grain opportunities.
cial and production planning. Additionally, the se- planning. Time will be spent reviewing key farm fi-
ries will help farmers look at options for taking your nancial statements and strategies including an Ag The total cost for the series is $60 or $20 per day
farm a different direction to complement commodity Lender/Professional panel at lunch. The afternoon session if pre-registered by February 1. Registration
production. This year the series is offered as a day- will address ways to reduce family living expense and after the deadline will still be accept but the cost goes
time program from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm and includes financial stress as well as taking a hard look at the up to $70 for the series or $25 per session. Registra-
lunch. value of enterprise analysis on your farm. tion includes materials and lunch. Support for this
series is provided in part by Farm Credit Mid Amer-
Each session will feature guest speakers and con- February 20th will be spent looking at key pro- ica, Farmers & Merchants State Bank, Metamora
tent relevant to today’s farm management. The se- duction planning areas of farm management. Speak- State Bank, Sherwood State Bank and Ag Credit. The
ries, which runs February 6, 13, 20 and 27, is taught ers will address the outlook for inputs, best manage- farm management series will be held at the Robert
by a combination of Extension Educators and state ment practices for leasing or buying, and calculating Fulton Ag Center, 8770 State Route 108, Wauseon,
specialists and private sector individuals. your cost of production. Additional sessions will fo- Ohio 43567. The registration form can be download-
cus on the CAUV property tax production formula ed at www.fulton.osu.edu or all 419-337-9210 or
On Tuesday, February 6, the series will empha- and converting your farm to natural gas. email [email protected] for more information.
size transition and estate planning (farm succes-
sion). Topics will include working together to develop The final session of the series on February 27 will INFORMATION PROVIDED
conclude with a day full of guest speakers who will

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 in his home Monday night. $3,310. bushels per acre. This is es- 13. Mr. Ricketts was born
REPORTER Miss Gloria Wolff is the pecially high in view of the January 13, 1888 in North-
ESTABLISHED 1878 STRYKER ADVANCE extremely dry weather in the west Township.
ESTABLISHED 1884 new girl in the telephone of- area this year.
120 YEARS AGO fice. Gary Mohre won an unan-
January 1898 110 YEARS AGO Mr. & Mrs. John Smith imous decision over Alan Ak-
January 1908 60 YEARS AGO and family entertained Sun- ers of Elyria in a 160 pound
The fire sale of Denman and January 1958 day for their father, Ira Smith novice boxing match last
Kent drew a large crowd and the A meeting of the Amish Church Last Saturday the Edon in honor of his 83rd birthday. Sunday at Montpelier. Gary
day’s receipts were near $1,800. was held to consider the matter of ice skating pond was ready was voted the outstanding
building a Church in the vicinity. for skaters and more than Postmaster Burkholder boxer for the Defiance AC
110 YEARS AGO 100 youngsters turned out to reminded postal customers boxing team.
January 1908 100 YEARS AGO try the new rink, provided by that effective January 7,
January 1918 Edon business men. it will cost 6 cents for first 30 YEARS AGO
Funeral services were held Mrs. Emma Fetters, 84, class mail and 10 cents for January 1988
for Mrs. Caroline Keller Cook, 71 The remains of Mrs. William was honored Sunday, Janu- air mail,. postcards will be 5 Franklin Michael, mayor
who died at her home east of Pu- Knight, who passed away at her ary 12, at a special service at cents. of Edon takes oath of office
laski. home in Chicago, were brought the Edon Church of Christ following his election in No-
here for interment. for her 72 years as a member 40 YEARS AGO vember. He was previously
George Shaffer and family of the local congregation. January 1978 mayor of Edon for 20 years,
moved yesterday to the tenant 90 YEARS AGO Mr. and Mrs. Richard Fly- Edon Councilmen are tak- becoming Williams County
house of A.C. Eaton farm. January 1928 nn are the parents of a baby ing oath at its reorganiza- Planning Director.
Miss Wanda Cupp became the girl born on January 7. tional meeting Tuesday eve- The Williams County Ex-
Quite a party from here went bride of George Sullivan Jan. 1. ning at the Village Hall were tenstion service is offer-
to Springill Monday night to at- 50 YEARS AGO Dan Keller, Dick Alwood, Ron ing, “What’s This Microwave
tend Rev. Scoville’s meeting. 80 YEARS AGO January 1968 Long, Ron Flegal and Dan For?”, a class in basic micro-
January 1938 Hazen Rockey of Edon was Gilbert. wave usage.
100 YEARS AGO Jack Huffman was injured given special recognition for Mr. Lee Ricketts of Route
January 1918 when the car which he was driv- producing a corn yield of 90 2, Edon, will celebrate his
ing hit a bridge west of Stryker. 90th birthday on January
Dr. W. M. Denman left for Co-
lumbus to take up his duties as 70 YEARS AGO 1887: NEW YEARS DAY SLEIGH
state senator. January 1948 RIDES AT BRYAN’S COURTHOUSE
A GAA dance will be held on
From December 16 to 21 Clint Jan.
Stoner put on 552 horse shoes, 17, complete with a King and
an average of 92 a day. Queen and her attendants.

W. H. Bailey, 80, died at his THE ADVANCE
home south of town Thursday. REPORTER
1976 MERGE
Born to Mr. and Mrs. Joseph
Kerr of Bryan on New Year’s Day, (FORMALLY STRYKER ADVANCE
a daughter. & WEST UNITY REPORTER)

90 YEARS AGO 40 YEARS AGO
January 1928 January 1978
Miss Luella Knapp went to Ft. Staff Sergeant Robert C. Wag-
Wayne on Friday to enter busi- goner, son of Rev. and Mrs. Rob-
ness college. ert Waggoner, graduated from
The Empress Theater here the Air Force Logistics Command
has closed. Non-commissioned Officer Lead-
Two interesting letters were ership School at Robins AFB, Ga.
received from men in service.
One from Chester Geesey who is
in France and the other is from
Dewey Munday at Camp in San
Antonio, Texas.
Born to Mr. and Mrs. Otha
Mann, Jan. 8, a son.

80 YEARS AGO 30 YEARS AGO RIDES ... On New Years Day 1887, Albert Spangler took a team of six horses hitched to six bob-
January 1938 January 1987 sleds to Bryan’s courthouse square and gave local children a sleigh ride. The Bryan City Band
Property tax valuation in Wil- Marvin Stuckey was sworn occupied the last bobsled while the other five were loaded with bright-eyed little girls. The band
liams County has now passed the in as Mayor of West Unity for a played as the procession circled the square to the applause of the crowd lining the sidewalks. After
$50,000 mark. four-year term. about 30 minutes the small boys took a turn, and there were so many clamoring for a ride that
Alice Money and Frank Proty Ned and Deanna Horton, Al- they crowded the band out of the last bobsled. The boys made up for the loss with music of their
are teaching in the High School vordton, are celebrating their own by yelling, banging on tin pans, ringing bells and blowing horns and whistles. The event was
at Wauseon. 25th Wedding Anniversary. A trip long remembered by participants and spectators alike. This photo was taken on the west side of
to Hawaii was taken in June to the square looking north. The former Presbyterian church on North Lynn Street can be seen at
70 YEARS AGO celebrate the occasion. the left of the photograph. All of the brick business buildings on the north side of the square still
January 1948 stand today. This January 1, 1887 vintage image is from the Williams County Public Library’s
Mayor Caughey has appoint- 20 YEARS AGO Photographic Archives--Courtesy of the Williams County, Ohio, Local History Exchange. https://
ed Beryl Stoner as a member of January 1997 www.facebook.com/groups/WCOLHE/
the village council to fill the va- Dawn Burkholder, daughter
cancy of M.F. Stipe who is to be- of Charley and Donna Burkhold- Facebook Remarks ...
come a member of the Board of er, is on the Dean’s List for the
Public Affairs. 1997 Fall Semester at Belmont Dean Spangler: “Albert Cornelius Spangler was the father of Omar, Arthur, Ernest and
University. Florence Nafziger Truman who were the founding generation of Spangler Candy Company.”
60 YEARS AGO of Stryker, celebrated her 85th
January 1958 birthday on January 4th. George Kuhman: “Love seeing this picture and hearing the story. I agree, the early ar-
Ten children were killed at Ralph and LeNore Heer are chitecture is very classic. Also love hearing about the Bryan City Band! You always need a
a railroad crossing in Archbold celebrating their 50th wedding band for a celebration!”
when a tractor drawn bobsled on anniversary on January 20th.
which they were riding was struck Susan McCarthy Reed: “Bryan’s early architecture is so solid and recognizable today. I
by a N.Y.C. passenger train. EDON knew instantly what corner this was, though was stymied by the church, until I read the
COMMERCIAL description. What a great thing Arthur Spangler did for the community!”
50 YEARS AGO
January 1968 70 YEARS AGO
Carol Stockberger, a local January 1948
cherry pie baking champion, will Mr. & Mrs. Paul Burkhardt
represent Hilltop High School entertained with a potluck
in the Williams County contest dinner in honor of her moth-
to be held Jan. 9 in the Hilltop er, Mrs. Ida Freed, on her
Home Economics room. 78th birthday on New Years
Day.
40 YEARS AGO The property known as
January 1978 the Cliff Maxwell home sold
Mr. and Mrs. Richard at auction Saturday, Janu-
Nofziger are the proud parents ary 10, was bought by Ar-
of a girl, born Jan. 7 at 2:50 chie Ladd. Selling price was
pm. Her name is Jerianna.
Williams Isaac Armstrong,
78, passed away unexpectedly

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Pastor’s Ponderings FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES

BY: PASTOR STEVE WILMOT - “THE PATH OF PEACE” BY: REX STUMP - “TRUTH TELLERS”

People everywhere are in a desperate things yet peace is still elusive. The Bi- Have you ever ment batteries for that ed to be like God—truly
search for peace. Yet it seem so elusive. ble says that lasting peace is only found watched a press confer- annoying toy? Or may- righteous and holy. So
Doing a quick Google search reveals by trusting God. Trust is only as good ence in which an ath- be you made that toy stop telling lies. Let
that not only are lots of people looking as the object in which it is placed. Is the lete or coach didn’t ful- disappear, and when us tell our neighbors
for peace, but lots of people claim to object reliable? Is it trustworthy? Does it ly answer the question, your child asked for it the truth, for we are
have discovered the path to peace. have a perfect track record? Has it ever as if they were hiding you claimed you didn’t all parts of the same
failed before? something? How about know? Have you ever body.”
One website touted dietary changes, when an athlete claims told your kids the ani-
lifestyle changes, and cultivating love Only one thing – or rather Person they weren’t cheating, mals on the side of the Paul makes it clear
and freedom as the path to peace. An- – has ever proven to be a reliable and but then the test re- road were just taking that we are to stop tell-
other directed me to a website on Bud- trustworthy object for your trust. God. sults shows they were a nap since the road ing lies, it destroys re-
dhism. Another on Islam. Yet another When you trust in God, you don’t have using illegal substanc- was warm? Sometimes lationships and team-
suggested that peace could be found to worry about the “what ifs” of life. es to get the edge? Ly- we tell a lie, not just to work, and it creates
through healing touch and essential You don’t have to be concerned about ing seems to be a way make kids do things, conflict. He goes on
oils. present difficulties or future possibili- of life for many people. but also to avoid trou- to say in another let-
ties. God will be right there keeping his As the saying goes, ble. ter, Colossians 3:9-10,
One website even asked for contri- promise to work in every situation for “We lie at the drop of “Don’t lie to each other,
butions for a movie they were hoping to your good. a hat.” The book The Not only is it hard to for you have stripped
make. In it, a team of people looking for Day American Told the tell the truth, but it is off your old sinful na-
the path to peace would interview and Trust is key, but Isaiah tells us to do Truth says, “91 percent also hard to know the ture and all its wicked
film “individuals within this ocean of another thing because our mind wan- of those surveyed lie truth. Today we are deeds. Put on your new
people said to be living in peace or at ders so easily. One moment we’re trust- routinely about mat- unsure if we can trust nature, and be renewed
least [who] have claimed to [have] found ing God no matter what is blowing up ters they consider triv- people or what they are as you learn to know
a path to peace. My team and I shall around us. The next we’re focused on ial, and 36 percent lie saying. Is this real or your Creator and be-
seek out and meet these individuals the “what ifs” and fretting about the about important mat- fake news? Right? come like him.”
to give voice to their solutions. We will worst that could happen. We flit from ters.”
share their secrets to the benefit and peace to fear and worry as quickly as a As believers in Je- Again, it is clear that
celebration of the whole of humanity.” light switch turns off the light in a room. Have you told a lie sus Christ, we need to we shouldn’t lie to each
That’s why Isaiah adds a second action: recently? Have you re- live out our new life in other (old life); instead
The team started in India before trav- fix your thoughts on God. cently not fully told the Jesus Christ! Ephe- we are to put on the
eling to the United States to interview truth? Each of us have sians 4:21-25, “Since new nature, learn to
“spiritual luminaries and political em- Whenever fear about the future pops told lies. As a parent, you have heard about know God, and become
issaries.” It’s almost as if peace can be up to steal our peace, we need to con- I would have to believe Jesus and have learned like Him. Strive to be a
found by melding all religious and po- sciously turn our thoughts to God. that we are all guilty the truth that comes person of integrity and
litical philosophies into one magical po- Whenever worry invades our peaceful of telling our kids lies from him, throw off make sure your words
tion. Apply the cream of the crop from attitude, we need to make a determined at times, right? Have your old sinful nature are full of honesty.
all the feel-good philosophies and voile choice to set our thoughts on God. Re- you ever told your child and your former way of
you’ve got lasting peace. member how he’s been there before. Re- if they eat enough veg- life, which is corrupted God is clear in com-
member what he has promised. Recount etables, their body by lust and deception. manding us to tell the
If only it were that easy. Actually, stories from the Bible and other people’s eventually makes them Instead, let the Spirit truth. Check out Zech-
it is…if we look in the right place. But lives of his mighty acts. Recall who God taste like candy? Have renew your thoughts ariah 8:14-16, Proverbs
that’s our major problem with finding is and that he is trustworthy. you ever told your child and attitudes. Put on 6:17-19, and Proverbs
peace, isn’t it? Where to look? We’ve they don’t sell replace- your new nature, creat- 12:22 for more!
tried wealth and the things it can buy. One way to do that is to do what Paul
We’ve tried to avoid discussion and con- suggests in Philippians 4: “Don’t worry
frontation, as if peace is the absence of about anything; instead, pray about ev-
conflict. We’ve tried aligning ourselves erything. Tell God what you need, and
with powerful people who can protect thank him for all he has done.” (Phil.
us. 4.6). See how Paul says the same thing
Isaiah did? Trust God – tell God what
We’ve looked to relationships with you need. In other words, turn your
other people. And every time, we strike worries over to the only one you can
out. Peace is nowhere to be found. At trust completely.
least, not lasting peace. Maybe a mo-
mentary peace while the relationship is Fix your thoughts on God – thank
going well, or when the bank account is him for all he has done. In other words,
abundant, or until the alcohol or drugs remember. When we do those two
leave us with the same pain that drove things, Paul, like Isaiah, says the end
us to try to dull it with their “help” in the result will be peace. “Then you will expe-
first place. rience God’s peace, which exceeds any-
thing we can understand. His peace will
The prophet Jeremiah describes our guard your hearts and minds as you live
search perfectly: “They dress the wound in Christ Jesus”(Philippians 4.7).
of my people as though it were not seri-
ous. ‘Peace, peace,’ they say, when there “Then” means only after you’ve done
is no peace” (Jeremiah 6.14). Listen to the trusting and keeping your thoughts
how the New Living Translation renders on God. You can’t have peace without
this verse: “They offer superficial treat- what comes before “then.” No matter
ments for my people’s mortal wound. what you’re facing (or fear is coming),
They give assurances of peace where you can have peace. It’s there for you if
there is no peace.” Every proposed path you’ll trust God and fix your thoughts
to peace offers superficial treatments. on him.

Every path except one.
That path is clearly out-
lined in Isaiah 26.3: “You
will keep in perfect peace
all who trust in you, all
whose thoughts are fixed
on you.” The only path to
peace is through a rela-
tionship with God. He is
the only “you” that offers
perfect peace. But hav-
ing that relationship is
not enough by itself. It is
the absolutely essential
foundation, but it’s not
enough. If it were, every
Christian would live in
perfect peace. We don’t.

Isaiah spells out two
actions that are required
to find and maintain the
“perfect peace” God prom-
ises. The first is trust God.
As we’ve already seen,
people trust in all kinds of

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Fayette Village Council Hears Of RCAP Intensive Technical Assistance Program

By: Timothy Kays RCAP can choose their own candidates what is needed to complete the study. sewage pump station totaling $14,500
THE VILLAGE REPORTER for the program. RCAP has decided that Normally this service is provided at a for the basic upgrade with an optional
we would be a good candidate for this cost of $11,000. We will also be eligible additional cost of $9,000 to upgrade the
The Village of Fayette has been deal- program based on our community’s for an operational and energy audit. VFD’s (Variable Frequency Drive) at the
ing with the unfunded mandates and status of low to moderate income levels. This program targets efficiency, and same time as the control replacement.”
regulations of the Ohio EPA since the The Intensive Technical Assistance Pro- how we may be able to cut our energy Ms. Biddix suggested that Council add
days of the emergency remediations re- gram is also designed to help lift some consumption and costs. I did not get a the combined expenses of $23,500 for
sulting from the Fayette Tubular leaks of the financial burden off of commu- cost for this service at the time that we sewer upgrades, and $19,250 to the
of several years ago. Although many nities under duress. That being said, were discussing it. “We can get all three 2018 appropriations, which was to be
other communities of both similar and Ohio RCAP normally charges a fee for of these at no cost,” inquired Mayor voted upon later in the meeting.
greater populations have seen EPA in- providing these same services to other David Borer? “We don’t have to pick or
terventions, Fayette has benefitted communities that we are now eligible to choose?” “No, we can get all of them, Council approved payment of bills
from several programs designed to help receive free.” and we’re focusing on Asset Manage- totaling $45,772.61, then moved into a
lower income communities deal with ment to start,” replied Ms. Biddix. busy year-ending legislative slate. Un-
the financial pressures that come with Continuing, Ms. Biddix said, “Last der suspended rules of reading, Coun-
the EPA mandates. At their December week, I had my first meeting of what Ms. Biddix then reported on suggest- cil approved several measures, the first
27 meeting, members of the Fayette will be several meetings with them ed upgrades to outdated elements of the two requesting the release of tax levy
Village Council heard of new programs about the Intensive Technical Assis- water and sewer telemetry system. “We information from the Fulton County
that will be of further help to the village tance Program...specifically about as- recently received a quote from Bergren Auditor. Council approved Ordinance
in its ongoing quest to attain compli- set management. We will start by uti- and Associates to make some upgrades 2017-22 pertaining to appropriation
ance. lizing their services to assist with some to the water plant telemetry, wells, and modifications for 2017, and Ordinance
of the tasks required for the Ohio EPA lift station,” she said. “One portion of 2017-23 pertaining to supplemental
Village Administrator, Genna Biddix, mandated Asset Management Program. the quote is to add backup pressure appropriations for 2017. Council ap-
spoke at length about the programs as They will not complete the entire plan control to the high service pumps at the proved the village wages and salaries
a part of her report to Council. “During for us but they will help us break it water plant at a cost of $12,000. This for 2018, then the aforementioned
a recent conversation with Ohio Rural down into manageable pieces. They will particular part of the quote is the most 2018 appropriations measure, Ordi-
Community Assistance Program (RCAP) help complete some of the administra- urgent. By making this upgrade, we will nance 2017-20, amending it to include
Rural Development Specialist, Roberta tive tasks like report writing, and they be better prepared in the event that our the water and sewer expenditures as
Strieffert, regarding our loan for the KP will go to the water plant, meet with our water tower needs to be drained or tak- requested by Ms. Biddix.
Precision building,” Ms. Biddix said, operators, and guide them in the right en out of commission for repairs. The
“it came up during that conversation direction to start inventories and con- water tower controls the pressure in Council heard the third and final
that we may be eligible for RCAP’s In- dition assessments, just to name a few our system, so if it’s not in use the en- readings of two measures, adopting
tensive Technical Assistance Program. things that they will help us with. The tire town would have no water while we both. These measures were Ordinance
She went back and did some check- normal fee for these services is more make the necessary repairs. The back- 2017-19 amending income taxes, and
ing around with her management, and than $10,000 for just the basic Asset up pressure control would allow us to Resolution 2017-11, dissolving the
found that we do qualify. Normally the Management Planning.” maintain pressure in the system and Park Board and returning control of the
Intensive Technical Assistance Program minimize the possibility of a large-scale village park system to Council.
is reserved for communities identified Ms. Biddix continued with her RCAP interruption in service. There is also a
by the Ohio EPA as in ‘violation status’ findings, saying, “Another project we quote for Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) In a final action, Council agreed to
to help move them toward compliance will be eligible for under this program Replacement at the well field, which will allow for the rollover from 2017 to 2018
status. Most often, the Ohio EPA refers will be a water rate study. They won’t replace antiquated technology at a cost of the unused vacation hours of village
these ‘violation status’ communities to do one for sewer, but they will do one of $7,250. As well as, a quote to replace employees.
RCAP for assistance but in some cases, for water. Sometime after the first of the the obsolete Microcat RTU at the main
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Montpelier's Uribes Sets New Chase Moore Of Swanton
Single Game Scoring Record Reaches 100 Career Wins

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FIFTY POINTS ... Montpelier senior Kolden Uribes racked up 50 points in a game
on January 4th against the Edon Blue Bombers to set a new single game scoring
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single game record of 41 points which he set last season.

Delta’s Cole Mattin
Records 100th Career Win

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INDIVIDUAL CHAMPION ... Swanton wrestler Chase Moore picked up his 100th
career win at the Tri State Border Wars tournament in Defiance on December 29th-
30th. Not only did Moore reach that mark but he was also the champion of the 152
pound weight class as the Bulldogs placed 3rd out of the 41 teams that were at the
event.

Wauseon’s Gavin Ritter
Knotches 100th Career Win

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Edgerton Wins Low Scoring Contest Over Montpelier

PHOTOS BY KENT HUTCHISON, STAFF

BOYS HIGH SCHOOL Freshman Score: VIEW ALL PHOTOS OF THIS EVENT FOR
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Fayette 38 Hilltop 21 A/C work - Auto -
Edgerton 39 Montpelier 31 The Eagles improved to 4-2 in the Farm - Truck
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found their scoring touch in the fourth ball well hitting 52% of their shots and
quarter. Logan Showalter was the top a 24-16 rebounding advantage. Fay-
scorer for the Bulldogs with 14 points ette was paced in scoring by Karrsen
while Kolden Uribes had a game high Schaffner who had a game high 10
21 for the Locos. points. For the Cadets, Andrew Den-
ton, Christian McKinney, and Kohl
Other Scores: Collins scored five points each.
Archbold d. Napoleon 73-42 Pettisville 62 North Central 37
A balanced scoring attack by the
JV Scores: Blackbirds helped them remain unde-
Edgerton d. Montpelier 33-21 feated in BBC action at 6-0. Pettisville
Archbold d. Napoleon 63-25 used their height advantage inside to
Freshman Scores: gain a 27-16 rebounding edge and
Archbold d. Napoleon 46-23 they were also 13/17 at the foul line
Edgerton d. Montpelier 35-27 compared to only 2/4 for the Eagles.
Pettisville d. North Central 31-12 Reaching double figures in scoring
for Pettisville were Landon Roth and
January 4th, 2017 Graeme Jacoby with 11 points each
while Detric Yoder and Justin Rupp
Varsity each added 10. North Central was led
in scoring by Jack Bailey with a game
Stryker 33 Fayette 30 high 18 points on the night.
Trailing all night, the Eagles rallied
in the fourth quarter but a last sec- Stryker 62 Edon 37
ond three-point heave to tie the game Edon had their minds on pulling
came up short and Stryker survived for the upset at home, jumping to a 14-12
the win and sole possession of second after the first quarter before the Pan-
place in the BBC. The Panthers led 27- thers settled in take control and go on
18 entering the final quarter but the to the win. Stryker used the long ball
Eagles outscored Stryker 12-6 in the to do their damage as they hit ten three
fourth to make it interesting. Luke Hol- pointers on the night, led by Luke Hol-
sopple was the top scorer for Stryker sopple with five of them. Holsopple fin-
with 12 points and Trey Keefer had a ished the game with 19 points to lead
game high 14 to lead Fayette. Stryker followed by Kristian Grapen-
geter with 13 and Daniel Fether with
Montpelier 80 Edon 70 OT 10. Austin Kiess led the scoring for
Kolden Uribes put up 50 points, Edon with 19 points as well.
breaking his own single game record
of 41 set last season, to help the Lo- Ayersville 58 Montpelier 47
cos hold off a valiant effort by Edon. The Locos stepped out of league
The game was close throughout as the play and traveled to Ayersville to face
Bombers connected on eight three- a well-balanced Pilot team. Ayersville
pointers to keep the pressure on Mont- had four players score in double fig-
pelier. Jacob Bailey chipped in with ures which offset another big night
15 points for Montpelier as well. Edon from Kolden Uribes who led all scorers
was paced by Austin Kiess with 20 and with 26 points, including four triples.
Travis Siebenaler with 19. Jacob Bailey chipped in 13 for Montpe-
lier who fell to 5-7 on the season.
North Central 64 Hilltop 53
Cody Tomblin hit five three point- Archbold 58 Fairview 26
ers in the first quarter on his way to In their final tune-up before NWOAL
a game high 23 points as the Eagles action gets under way, the Bluestreaks
got the win at Hilltop. The game was dominated the visitors from Fairview in
relatively even for the final three quar- this one as they led 24-8 at halftime.
ters but the 22-12 lead North Central It was another efficient night for the
had after the opening quarter was to Archbold offense as they committed
much for Hilltop to overcome. Jack only nine turnovers and shot 50% from
Bailey joined Tomblin in double figures the field including connecting on eight
for the Eagles with 16 points while the three pointers. Bryce Williams topped
Cadets were led by Steven Riley with the scoring column for Archbold with
15 and Tyler Suboski added 12. 16 points followed by Rigo Ramos with
14, and Austin Wiemken with 12.
Pettisville 40 Delta 32
The Blackbirds were 14/16 at the Other Scores:
foul line in the game, including 9/10 in Lake d. Delta 53-49
the fourth quarter as they pulled away Wauseon d. Sylvania Southview 48-
for the win over the upset minded Pan- 43
thers. Pettisville regained the lead at Otsego d. Swanton 42-32
the end of the third quarter on basket
by Graeme Jacoby and then used the JV Scores:
foul line in the final quarter to put the Fayette d. Hilltop 28-22
game out of reach. Jacoby recorded a Pettisville d. North Central 44-23
double-double for Pettisville with 14 Otsego d. Swanton 41-35
points and 12 rebounds while Cani- Ayersville d. Montpelier 32-17
date Vickery added 11 points and 7 Archbold d. Fairview 47-8
rebounds. Bowen Green paced Delta Stryker d. Edon 44-16
with 20 points on the night. Wauseon d. Sylvania Southview 43-
21
Other Scores: Lake d. Delta 52-40
Fairview d. Edgerton 35-30

JV Scores: Freshman Scores: 201 E. Jackson St.
Fayette d. Stryker 30-24 Otsego d. Swanton 27-19 West Unity, Ohio
Pettisville d. Delta 44-27 Lake d. Delta 37-28
Hilltop d. North Central 37-17 Wauseon d. Sylvania Southview 47- 419-924-9077
Montpelier d. Edon 35-30 36
Fairview d. Edgerton 38-33

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Bryce Williams Joins Elite Group At Archbold

By: Nate Calvin 65. the next level last year as a junior. He baseball where they lost to Eastwood
THE VILLAGE REPORTER Williams became just the eighth once again was 1st team All NWOAL, 5-4. He also has been part of the highly
was 1st team All District, and was Divi- successful Archbold Acme baseball pro-
For high school basketball players player in the storied Archbold boys bas- sion III All-Ohio Special Mention as the gram which has won back to back state
one of the ultimate team goals is to win ketball program to reach the milestone. Bluestreaks went 22-6 last year and championships.
a state championship. From the stand- Williams is one of seven returning letter made it to the state semifinals. Williams
point of individual goals, scoring 1,000 winners for head coach Doug Krauss, averaged 14.9 points per game and As the calendar turns to January
points in your career is an accomplish- who is in his 32nd season as the lead- 4.2 rebounds per game last season as and league play is set to begin, it’s ex-
ment that will put you in the record er of the Bluestreak program. With a Archbold finished as runner-up in the pected that Archbold will again be right
books at your school forever as well. For strong nucleus returning this season league behind Wauseon. Success has there knocking on the door for another
Archbold senior Bryce Williams a late from last year’s team that made it to the also followed him to the baseball dia- league championship and a deep run in
Christmas gift came in the form of hit- Division III State Semifinals where they mond where he was All-NWOAL Honor- the tournament. And it’s certain Bryce
ting that 1,000 point goal. During the lost to Cincinnati Roger Bacon expec- able Mention as a sophomore and last Williams will be right there leading the
Bluestreaks game on December 27th tations are high for this team. He has year as a junior he was named to the charge for the Bluestreaks, who cur-
at Ottawa Glandorf, the 6’ 3” guard re- been a critical part of the Archbold suc- 1st team All-NWOAL and helped Arch- rently hold a 7-2 record, as they try to
corded the 1,000th point of his career cess during his varsity career has the bold to a league title. Following the run obtain the ultimate team goal, a state
with a bucket on a nice baseline drive Bluestreaks are always considered a in the state basketball tournament, championship.
at the 2:40 mark of the first quarter. front runner for the league title. Williams and his teammates made it to
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Lady Panthers Of Delta Beat Stryker To Remain Undefeated

PHOTOS BY BILL O’CONNELL, STAFF

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GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL points apiece. Swanton was topped in scoring by Av-
BASKETBALL erie Lutz with 10 points.

January 2nd, 2018 Patrick Henry 60 Wauseon 38 Stryker JV Defeats
Varsity These two teams met just a week ago in the NW Delta, 28-23
Signal Holiday Classic consolation game with the
Wauseon 45 Pettisville 43 Lady Patriots taking that one and they would win PHOTOS BY BILL O’CONNELL, STAFF
The Lady Indians rallied from a 32-26 deficit at this matchup as well as both teams began league
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quarter was aided by their performance at the free 18/34 as the Lady Patriots led 17-11 after the first
throw line where they went 10/13 in the quarter to quarter and continued to extend their lead the rest
finish the game 14/24. The Lady Blackbirds on the of the night. Rylee Campbell was the leading scorer
other hand struggled at the line, going only 7/16 for the Lady Indians with 19 points.
in the game. Wauseon sophomore Sydney Zirkle re-
corded a double-double as she tallied 15 points to Edon 35 Montpelier 30
go along with grabbing 16 rebounds. Rylee Campbell The Lady Locos made things interesting in the
was next for Wauseon with 11 points. Pettisville was fourth quarter as Edon struggled from the foul line
led by Elizabeth Beck with 12 points, all coming on to put the game away. Edon was in front 26-15 af-
three pointers, and Brandi Schnitkey with 11. ter three quarters of play but were just 3/10 at the
line in the final quarter which allowed Montpelier
Fairview 47 Edon 36 to creep back in the game. The Lady Locos also had
Reagan Gallehue scored 16 points to lead the a tough time at the charity stripe themselves, con-
Lady Bombers in this non-league matchup with the verting only 6/17 on the night. Claire Radabaugh
Lady Apaches. Edon was hampered by turnovers led Edon with a game high 15 points while Rebekah
and cold shooting as they turned it over 27 times Carr paced Montpelier with 10.
and shot just 35% from the field. Arianna Howard
was the top rebounder for Edon pulling down nine Other Scores:
in the game. Fairview d. Edgerton 52-45
North Central d. Hilltop 38-36
Other Scores: Stryker d. Fayette 60-35
Swanton d. Holgate 40-30
Ayersville d. Fayette 43-32 JV Scores:
JV Scores: Patrick Henry d. Wauseon 28-14
Fayette d. Ayersville 19-18 OT Edon d. Montpelier 30-18
Fairview d. Edon 44-14 Fairview d. Edgerton 54-21
Wauseon d. Pettisville 26-23 OT Swanton d. Delta 40-23

January 6th, 2018

January 5th, 2017 Varsity

Varsity Delta 56 Stryker 40
The Lady Panthers of Delta dominated the game
Bryan 40 Liberty Center 38 in the first and third quarters to win over Stryker in
The Lady Golden Bears rallied from an eleven- one of the better matchups of the season in area girls
point deficit in the fourth quarter to get the road win basketball and improve their record to 11-0 on the
in the league opener for both schools. Liberty Cen- year. Delta led 19-10 after the opening quarter but
ter extended a four-point lead at the half to a 31- Stryker cut into that lead and it was only a 25-20
20 advantage starting the final quarter. Bryan then lead for Delta at halftime. The green and white Pan-
equaled their scoring output in the first three quar- thers exploded out of halftime with a 20-9 advantage
ters by putting up 20 points in the fourth for the over Stryker in the third quarter to put the game
come from behind win. Ally Minor led the Bryan of- away. Abby Freeman led Delta in scoring with 19
fensive attack with 12 points followed by Kelly Miller points, including four three pointers as Delta made
with 8. nine treys as a team. Freeman was followed by Mad-
die Mattimore with 14 and Braelyn Wymer had 10.
Delta 43 Swanton 41 For Stryker, who falls to 10-2 on the season, Haley
Delta held off a furious fourth quarter rally by the Doehrmann and Emma Grime topped the Lady Pan-
Lady Bulldogs to improve their record to 10-0 on the thers in scoring with 12 points apiece.
season. The Lady Panthers controlled the game for
the first three quarters, leading 33-22 going to the Other Scores:
fourth, before Swanton was able to get the game to Montpelier d. Edgerton 37-34
within a single possession before eventually falling Swanton d. Toledo Christian 45-34
for the second time this year to Delta. The combina-
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STANDINGS

As of January 6th, 2018

• NWOAL •
BOYS BASKETBALL
League Overall
Wauseon 0-0 10-0
Archbold 0-0 7-2
Swanton 0-0 5-4
Liberty Center 0-0 3-5
Bryan 0-0 3-5
Evergreen 0-0 3-5
Patrick Henry 0-0 3-6
Delta 0-0 2-7

GIRLS BASKETBALL
League Overall
PHOTOS BY KENT HUTCHISON, STAFF Delta 1-0 11-0

Archbold 1-0 9-1
Bryan 1-0 6-4
Patrick Henry 1-0 4-5
Swanton 0-1 7-4
Liberty Center 0-1 4-5
Evergreen 0-1 3-4
Wauseon 0-1 2-9

BOYS BOWLING

Bryan League
Patrick Henry
Swanton 7-0
Wauseon 5-2
Liberty Center 5-2
Evergreen 3-3
Delta 3-4
1-6
0-7

GIRLS BOWLING

Bryan League
Wauseon
Liberty Center 7-0
Patrick Henry 5-1
Swanton 5-2
Delta 4-3
Evergreen 2-5
1-6
0-7

WRESTLING

Swanton League
Wauseon
Archbold 4-0
Bryan 2-0
Delta 3-1
Liberty Center 3-1
Montpelier 3-1
Evergreen 1-3
0-2
Patrick Henry 0-4
0-4

• BBC •

BOYS BASKETBALL

League Overall
Pettisville 6-0 9-1
Stryker 5-1 8-1
Fayette 4-2 7-4
Montpelier 3-3 5-7
North Central 2-4 5-7
Hilltop 1-5 1-7
Edon 0-6 0-10

GIRLS BASKETBALL
League Overall
Stryker 6-0 10-2
Pettisville 4-2 5-5
Edon 4-2 4-7
Montpelier 3-3 5-5
North Central 3-3 5-7
Fayette 1-5 1-11
Hilltop 0-6 0-12

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League Overall
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Tinora 1-0 6-3
Antwerp 1-0 5-3
Fairview 1-0 3-6
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Delta Begins NWOAL Play With Win Over Swanton Lady Bulldogs

Winter 2018 Sports Schedules

January 12 - 18

BOYS JR. HIGH 7th Grade: BASKETBALL (BOYS) (Jan 16) Stryker @ Archbold
BASKETBALL Edon d. Stryker 19-10 (Jan 13) Archbold @ Ottawa Hills (Jan 16) Swanton @ Pettisville
Pettisville d. North Central 27-10 (Jan 18) Archbold @ Wauseon
January 2nd, 2018 (Jan 13) Defiance @ Wauseon (Jan 18) Delta @ Patrick Henry
8th Grade: (Jan 13) Evergreen @ Edon (Jan 18) Liberty Center @ Evergreen
7th Grade: Edon d. Stryker 41-15 (Jan 13) Hicksville @ Hilltop
North Central d. Pettisville 51-48 North Central d. Pettisville 25-19 (Jan 13) Northview @ Bryan (Jan 18) Swanton @ Bryan
3OT
January 4th, 2018 (Jan 13) Pettisville @ Edgerton BOWLING
8th Grade: 7th Grade: (Jan 13) Stryker @ Delta (Jan 12) Delta @ Swanton
North Central d. Pettisville 55-18 (Jan 12) Tinora @ Evergreen
Antwerp d. Montpelier 17-16 (Jan 15) Antwerp @ Stryker (Jan 12) Wauseon @ Bryan
January 6th, 2018 Tinora d. Stryker 23-19 (Jan 15) Northwood @ Swanton (Jan 15) Wauseon @ Lima Pioneer Classic
(Jan 16) Evergreen @ Anthony wayne (Jan 16) Delta @ Rossford
7th Grade: 8th Grade:
Stryker d. Montpelier 26-23 Antwerp d. Montpelier 26-22 (Jan 16) Maumee @ Archbold SWIM & DIVE
Tinora d. Stryker 15-13 (Jan 18) Edgerton @ Ayersville (Jan 15) Bryan/Defiance @ Napoleoon
8th Grade:
Montpelier d. Stryker 28-11 January 6th, 2018 (Jan 18) Edon @ Pettisville (Jan 16) Anthony Wayne/Bowling
Fayette d. Pettisville 38-28 (Jan 18) Fayette @ North Central Green/Maumee @ Wauseon
7th Grade:
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BASKETBALL
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January 2nd, 2018 Pettisville d. Fayette 22-20 (Jan 12) Edgerton @ Wayne Trace (Jan 12-13) Archbold/Delta @ Clay
Montpelier d. Stryker 34-15 (Jan 12-13) Wauseon @ Maumee Bay
(Jan 12) Edon @ Hilltop
(Jan 12) Evergreen @ Bryan Classic
(Jan 12) Fayette @ Pettisville (Jan 13) Edgerton @ Woodlan Invita-
(Jan 12) Montpelier @ Stryker
(Jan 12) Swanton @ Archbold tional
(Jan 12) Wauseon @ Delta (Jan 18) Montpelier/Swanton/Wauseon
(Jan 13) North Central @ Antwerp
(Jan 15) Evergreen @ Mansfield @ Delta
(Jan 16) Hilltop @ Fairview (Jan 19-20) Swanton @ Van Buren
(Jan 16) Montpelier @ Liberty Center
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Bryan, Montpelier, Patrick Henry Hosted By Archbold Wrestling

PHOTOS BY KENT HUTCHISON, STAFF

VARSITY WRESTLING Pachlhofer each won their matches by
January 4th, 2018 fall as the Bulldogs knocked off their
Fulton County rivals. Zachary Leahy
Bryan 42 Patrick Henry 32 also won with a pin at 170 pounds.
Dylan McCandless (182) won by fall Zack Mattin (106) and Gabe Meyer
over Anthony Healy of Patrick Henry (113) were winners for Delta by fall
as the Golden Bears edged the Patri- while Cole Mattin (126) was a 7-2 win-
ots in a NWOAL dual match at Arch- ner over Schaller from Swanton.
bold. Jared Ramey (126) was a win-
ner over Cory Hatcher and Alex Bruce Delta 45 Liberty Center 30
(152) defeated Luke Wright by fall as Zack Mattin (106) and Cole Mat-
Bryan also won four other matches by tin (126) both won their matches with
forfeit. pins as the Panthers earned a vic-
tory over Liberty Center. Among the
Bryan 43 Montpelier 34 other winners for Delta were Jayce
Bryan dominated the upper weight Helmniak (120) with a 9-6 decision
classes as they improver their record over Devin Paradyse, Dawson Swice-
to 3-1 in the NWOAL with a win over good (145) with a win by fall over Cole
the Locos. Carter Huffman (285) and Shaneyfelt, and Dalton Richard (285)
Eion Moor (220) both won their match- with a pin against Colin Johnson of
es by fall in the first period. Dylan MC- the Tigers.
Candless (182) also picked up a win
by fall over Bryer Bentley of Montpe- Swanton 66 Evergreen 0
lier. Ashton Varney (126) was victori- The Bulldogs moved to 4-0 in the
ous for Montpelier by defeating Spen- NWOAL as they swept the Evergreen
cer Yoder by fall while Tre Hutchison Vikings in a dual meet at Liberty Cen-
was a winner by major decision (13-4) ter. Winning by fall for Swanton were
over Jared Ramey. Noah Saunders (138), Gage Pachlhofer
(145), and Chase Moore (152). Ryan
Archbold 54 Montpelier 16 Marvin was victorious at 160 pounds
The Bluestreaks picked up all of with a 12-4 major decision over Brian
their wins by fall except for a win by Floyd of the Vikings.
forfeit at 195 pounds as they defeated
Montpelier. Wins by fall for Archbold January 6th, 2018
came from Shane Eicher (113), An-
drew Francis (120), Zach Rocha (138), Perrysburg Invitational
Brennan Short (145), Gavin Grime Tournament
(152), Kasyn Schaffner (170), Trevor
Short (220), and Anthony Gonzalez It was a successful weekend for
(285). Austin Grubb (160) of Mont- the Wauseon wrestlers as they placed
pelier knocked off Coleton Soles in a second with 201 points. The Indians
3-1 decision and Ashton Varney (126) had 11 of their 13 wrestlers partici-
picked up a win for Montpelier by de- pating in the event place in the top
feating Juan Garcia 2-1. 8, with six wrestlers making it to the
Archbold 66 Patrick Henry 6 1st place match and four of those win-
Archbold now stands at 3-1 in the ning titles. In the championship of the
NWOAL after making quick work of 113-pound division, Gavin Ritter de-
the Patriots in a league dual match. feated state champion Oscar Sanchez
Archbold again picked up all their of Genoa 3-1. Hunter Yackee took the
wins by fall or forfeit as a majority top spot at 138 with a 3-1 win over
of their matches were decided in the Dustin Margillo of Genoa and Mauricio
first period. Gavin Grime (152) had a Barajas was the winner at 145 as he
relatively quick match as he defeated took care of Hugo Villareal of Gibson-
Luke Wright of Patrick Henry at :58 burg 1-0. Trent Davis rounded out the
seconds of the first period. Indians who brought home first place
Liberty Center 69 Evergreen 6 finishes as he won the 182-pound di-
The Vikings lack of depth led to vision by defeating Timothy Marshall
numerous wins by forfeit for Liberty of Toledo St. John’s by fall. Jarret
Center. The Evergreen points in the Bischoff (152) and Xavier Torres (160)
match came from Brian Floyd at 160 were runners-up in their respective
pounds as he won with a pin over Da- divisions. The Delta Panthers also had
koda Woods from Liberty Center. a strong showing by taking the fifth
spot as a team with 106 points. Zack
Swanton 54 Delta 27 Mattin was third at 106, Cole Mattin
Dylan Cook at 132 pounds and Gage was second at 126, and Dylan Rog-
ers placed third at 195 pounds. Eion
Moor of Bryan was their top wrestler
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Bryan Bowling Teams Win Both Matches Over Delta

PHOTOS BY BILL O’CONNELL, STAFF

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ATHLETES OF THE WEEK

BOYS BOWLING GIRLS BOWLING BRYCE WILLIAMS DANICA HICKEY
ARCHBOLD HIGH SCHOOL BRYAN HIGH SCHOOL
January 5th, 2018 January 5th, 2018
The male Athlete of the Week The Female Athlete of the Week
Swanton 2226 Patrick Henry 1988 Patrick Henry 1803 Swanton 1713 is Bryce Williams of Archbold. is Danica Hickey of Bryan. To
The Bulldogs moved into a tie for The Lady Bulldogs held a slim lead Back on December 27th, Williams this point in the season, she has
scored his 1,000th career point for helped the Lady Golden Bear
second place with Patrick Henry as after game one but lost game two and the Bluestreaks in the first quarter bowling team to perfect 8-0 record.
they defeated the to begin the new the Baker Games to fall to Patrick of their game at Ottawa Glandorf. She leads the league in the Indi-
year. David Patch rolled 216 in game Henry. Amy Lawson rolled a 321 to Williams finished the game with 16 vidual High Game category with a
one and Derek Floyd a 213 in the first top Swanton with Hanna Patch a 277, points as Archbold dropped a close 268, Individual High Series (501),
game to get the Bulldogs off to a good Deanna Eisel a 268, Trinty Proehl a one to the Titans 70-65. and has the best average in the
start. Floyd finished with a 386 series 247, and Gabriel Mosher had a 245 to league for either boys or girls at
while Patch had a 384. Chris Clayton round out the scoring for Swanton. 214.75.
added a 349 and Alexander Hicks a
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