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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 15TH, 2017 (USPS 168-440) - VOLUME 9 EDITION 46

THIS WEEK IN K-9 Unit Max Retires After Ten Years With Williams Soil & Water
The Williams County Sheriff’s Office Conservation District
TvHIELLAGE reporter Celebrates 70 Years
Max, who after almost ten years of service
Santa Is Coming To Town to the citizens of Williams County, took PHOTO BY NATE CALVIN, STAFF
•••• his last official patrol before retirement
that night. MEDICAL DEVICE … Susan Wisehausen of the Black
Wauseon's Assistant Police Swamp Medicine Girls shows the crowd what an ear-
Chief Reads Resignation “It’s been enjoyable,” said Deputy ring aid looked like at that time. Additional photos in-
Shuping when asked about the last ten side this week's edition.
Letter To Council years with his service partner. “I enjoy
•••• watching the dogs work, and what they’re By: Nate Calvin
able to do is just phenomenal. He’s my THE VILLAGE REPORTER
Bryan High School partner; that’s the main thing. We spent Members of the Williams Soil & Water Conservation
Production Of "Alice In almost ten years together, coming to work District gathered for their 70th Annual Meeting & Ban-
every day. It’s been enjoyable working quet with this year’s event taking place at the Williams
Wonderland" Unites with him.” County Fairgrounds in the Veterans Memorial Build-
Technology With Exceptional ing. JB Orendorff, a former district supervisor, was the
Shuping added that after his final duty master of ceremonies for the night that featured a fam-
Performances shift that evening, Max’s new assignment ily style meal prior to the meeting and was followed by
•••• will be, “...a happy retirement, just re- entertainment provided by the Black Swamp Medicine
laxing at home. He’s never chased a cat Girls. Those in attendance were able to view displays
Montpelier's Olde Tyme ... ever. He’s never actually chased after and scrapbooks detailing the first 70 years of the orga-
Holiday Gathering Details anything. He did chase after a deer once, nization.
but I don’t think that he knew what he’d To begin the meeting Bob Short, Chairman of the
•••• do if he caught it.” Board of Supervisors, spoke briefly about the challenges
Delta Council Approves the District has faced over years including funding. He
While guests milled about and talked thanked the voters for the passing of a recent levy that
Downtown Business shop, Max was more than content to chew goes toward the operations of the District and allows
Incentive Requests on a green rubber ball, occasionally nudg- them to maintain their current activities. Short also
ing the ball in the direction of a guest as a took a moment to recognize former supervisors and for-
•••• gesture of play. Once the slobber-covered mer employees who were there for the 70th anniversa-
Veterans Day Programs ball was kicked back, Max was quick to ry. Ann Marie Michaels, who serves as the Outreach &
corral it in. If he had lost a step due to Education Coordinator for the District, presented some
S SReporter age, it surely did not show, and only a fool highlights of their history to this point. The Soil & Wa-
PORT would have wanted to test his skills while ter District was formed in the 1930s and was the 58th
on duty. Duty was the last thing on his county to join the other counties in the state in 1941.
WILLIAMS & FULTON COUNTY (NORTHWEST OHIO) SPORTS ACTION mind, though. There was too much fun to The first Board of Supervisors was formed in 1947 and
be had with the ball, and too many guests the District’s name was changed to the Williams Soil &
Archbold Suffers Heartbreaking Loss To Marion Pleasant present to be concerned about his last Water Conservation District in 1967. The Cooperator of
day of work ... and the occasional treat or the Year Award was presented to Joe Nester of Nester
By: Kent Hutchison left in the quarter. The Spartans needed just 5 plays, With first and 10, and 2:52 left before the break, the PHOTO BY TIMOTHY KAYS, STAFF cupcake to be chomped. Ag by chairman Short for his contributions to the agri-
THE VILLAGE REPORTER all on the ground, to march the 53 yards to pay dirt. Bluestreaks quickly picked up two first downs. Then cultural industry.
Quarterback Ethan Warner capped the drive on a 5 with 1:22 left Petersen hit a streaking Rodriquez in RETIREMENT ...Williams County Sher- Not really a bad way to wind down a The entertainment portion of the night was a pro-
FINDLAY- On an unseasonably cold November night, yard sweep. The kick split the uprights to give Marion stride at the goal line for a 33 yard scoring strike, and iff’s K-9 Max retired on November 9th career, if you think about it. gram presented by the Black Swamp Medicine Girls.
the Archbold Bluestreaks saw their State Champion- Pleasant a 7-3 lead with 1:35 left in the opening stanza. Bedsole’s kick put Archbold back in the lead 17-14. after almost ten years of service. The team of Jeanne Caryer and Susan Wiesehan took
ship hopes slip away in the final seconds of their con- Timothy can be reached at everyone thru the living conditions, illnesses, and health
test with the Marion Pleasant Spartans. After building Following a nice return by L.J. Tijerina, Archbold Starting at their 35 yard line, Marion Pleasant chose By Timothy Kays [email protected] issues that faced the settlers in the Black Swamp region
a 24-14 lead early in the fourth, the Bluestreaks saw began at their 43 yard line. Again, the Bluestreaks to run out the clock. As both teams headed to the THE VILLAGE REPORTER between the 1850s and the 1930s. They mentioned the
the Spartans come up with two scores in the last quar- advanced the ball down field. As the quarter end- locker rooms to warm up with the Streaks maintaining Deputy Sheriff Scott Shuping came to number of diseases that were present at that time in-
ter, the final one as just 15 seconds remained, to top ed, Archbold had the ball at the Spartan’s 13. The the 3 point advantage. the Williams County Sheriff’s Office from cluding yellow fever, whooping cough, small pox, mea-
the Bluestreaks 28-24. Bluestreaks opened the second quarter in fine style Henry County in 2006. Early in 2008, he sles, mumps, and milk fever to name a few. They also
as Petersen connected with tailback Noah Gomez on a Statistically the Bluestreaks dominated the half began work with his new partner, K-9 explained many of the home remedies that were used at
The Bluestreak defense held the high powered Spar- wheel route for a 13 yard touchdown. Bedsole’s boot with 202 yards to just 114 for Pleasant, all via the Unit Max. On the morning of November that time, noting that the average life expectancy at that
tan ground attack to a 3 and out in their first posses- was true again to put Archbold back on top 10-7, with ground. Petersen accounted for all the the Archbold 9, a small celebration was held in the Wil- time was 47 years of age. To conclude the evening, re-
sion. Following the punt Archbold took over at their 49 11:55 remaining before halftime. yardage with 91 rushing yards and went 5-11 passing liams County Sheriff’s Office in honor of sults were announced of the election earlier in the night
yard line. The Bluestreaks, under the direction of Sam for 103 yards, with 2 touchdowns and 1 interception. to choose two Williams SWCD supervisors. Bob Short
Petersen who assumed the quarterback position after On the ensuing kickoff, the Bluestreaks appeared and Jon Hake were elected to a three-year term as su-
his twin brother Gabe suffered a knee injury in last to have pulled off a perfect onside kick as the ball was After receiving the second half kick, Archbold was pervisors starting in January of 2018.
week’s contest, methodically moved the ball down the caught in the air by Archbold at their 49. However, back on offense at their 40. After no gain on the first
field. Archbold advanced the ball all the way down to a yellow hankie was tossed, and following a lengthy two downs, Petersen found Rodriguez again for the Nate can be reached
the Spartan 5 yard line. However, a third down sack of discussion which included consultation with the rule first down at the Pleasant 45. However, a taunting at [email protected]
Petersen forced the Bluestreaks to settle for a 25 yard book, it was explained that a kick cannot be caught in penalty move the ball back to the Archbold 40. The
field goal from Kaiden Bedsole at the 7:34 mark of the the air by the kicking team unless it is first touched Bluestreaks were able to move the ball down to the
first period. by the receiving squad. To make matters worse, the Spartan’s 8 yard line. Another infraction, this time
infraction included a 15 yard penalty for illegal touch- a false start on third down, forced Archbold into a 32
After both teams went three and out, Marion Pleas- ing giving the Spartans the ball at the Bluestreak 34. yard field goal attempt. Bedsole had plenty of dis-
ant started on offense at their 47, with 4 minutes Marion Pleasant needed just one play to regain the ad- tance, however the kick was pulled wide left giving
vantage on the scoreboard as Patrick Blubaugh got the Marion Pleasant the ball back at their 22 with 7:05 left
ball on a Jet sweep right and went untouched across in the third. The Spartans moved the ball and eventu-
the goal line at 11:47. The extra point made the score ally attempted a 42 yard field goal, but the kick was
14-10. blocked by Archbold’s Ben Zimmerman. The ball was
scooped up by Matt Gladieux who advanced the ball to
Archbold started at their own 28 after the kickoff the Marion Pleasant 48 yard line.
and on the first play Petersen hit Gomez for a 15-yard
gain. After a short gain, Petersen hit Tijerina on a After the block, Archbold used four running plays
pass for what appeared to be a 55-yard touchdown. to move the ball down the field. As the quarter ended
However holding on Archbold nullified the play. From the Bluestreaks faced a 3 and 7 from the Marion Pleas-
there Archbold was held by the Pleasant defense and ant 29-yard line. On the first play of the fourth period
Bedsole’s punt from the Archbold 44 bounced into the Petersen ran down the left sideline for a 20 yard gain.
end zone. After taking over at their 20, with 10:12 left Gomez finished the drive with a 9 yard TD plunge and
before intermission, Marion Pleasant gained two first after Bedsole’s kick Archbold was up 24-14 with 11
downs before kicking the ball back to the Bluestreaks. minutes 48 seconds left in the game.
The punt was shanked giving Archbold the ball at their
own 42. On third and long Petersen found himself Following a five yard return, Marion Pleasant start-
under duress from safety Avery Wolfe. As Wolfe was ed at their 40. The Spartans stuck to the ground us-
hanging on Petersen’s feet, the QB avoided the sack ing 7 rushes to move the ball down to the Archbold 9.
by tossing the ball to the right sideline. Unfortunately With 9:46 remaining Pleasant was assessed their first
the pressure effected the throw leading to an intercep- penalty of the night on a false start. After a one yard
tion by Matt Chase giving the Spartans possession at
Archbold 47. newrush, facing 2nd and 13, Warner, the Spartans quar-

Fortunately for the Bluestreaks, the defense rose to terback, threw just his second pass of the night. The
the challenge forcing Marion Pleasant to punt. Nic Ro- toss was caught in the right front of the end zone by
driguez fielded the kick at the 15, and gained 20 yards. Blubaugh. The kick was good to make the score 24-
20, Archbold with 8:54 left in the game.
Swanton Bulldogs Marching Band
Receives Excellent Rating At State Rodriguez fielded the kickoff at his 17, and was
tackled at the 32, with 8:44 left. The Bluestreaks Pe-
PHOTO PROVIDED tersen ran twice, then his pass to Tijerina fell incom-
STATE COMPETITION … The Swanton Bulldog Marching Band travelled to the OMEA State Marching plete forcing a Bedsole punt that rolled to the Pleasant
Band Contest at Brunswick High School in Dayton on November 4th and were able to earn an Excellent 33, with 7:12 left.
rating. The band qualified for the state contest by earning a Superior rating at the Swanton Bulldog Bowl
marching band contest the week before. Two runs and a long pass attempt that was broken
up by Rodriguez left the Spartans with no choice but
to punt the ball back to Archbold. After the ball rolled
out of bounds at their 33 yard line, the Bluestreaks
went back to the offensive with 5:44 remaining. Pe-
terson ran 14 yards for a first down but went out of
bounds stopping the clock. After a runs by Gomez,
then Petersen, Archbold faced a third-and-six at the
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Local Obituaries

Robert Morr Jr. (1945 - 2017) Ruth Hemenway (1921- 2017) John Heldberg (1960 - 2017)

Robert E. Morr Jr., Ruth E. Hemenway, John W. Heldberg, age
72, of Delta, peacefully 96 years, of Bryan passed 57, of Stryker, passed away
passed away at his home, away Thursday, November unexpectedly on Tuesday,
surrounded by his family 9, 2017 in her residence. November 7, 2017, at the
early Saturday morning, Community Hospitals and
November 11, 2017. Ruth was born June Wellness Centers in Bryan.
25, 1921 in West Unity,
He was born in Ohio, the daughter of the John had owned and
Wauseon on April 16, late Edward M. and Jen- operated Custom Con-
1945 to the late Robert nie B (Gunn) Raymond. trol Design since 1993. He
E. Morr Sr. and Eileen She was a 1939 graduate had also worked for Diehl
(Trigg) Morr. of West Unity High School. Inc., in Defiance, Clevite
in Napoleon, and had also
Bob graduated from Ruth married Walter S. worked at Isaac Tire Center
Delta High School in 1963 Hemenway on November in Bryan and Christy Motor
and went on to Adrian 29, 1947 in Worthington, Sales in Archbold.
College; where he played Ohio. He preceded her
football for 2 years and in death on May 1, 1995. John was born in Bryan,
received his Bachelor’s Degree in Education. She worked as a Service Manager at Sears Roebuck Ohio on January 24, 1960,
Bob married Kathryn (Breuer) on June 19, 1971 Company for 26 years, retiring in 1986. Previously, the son of William “Bill” and Charlotte (Myles) Heldberg.
and she survives. He served over 30 years teaching Ruth worked at Red’s Bakery- West Unity, West Unity On July 19, 1986, he married Audrey Edwards, and she
High School Social Studies, before retiring from the Woolen Mill, Kroger, ARO Corp., and Ohio Art. Ruth is survives.
Delta School System after 16 years. Bob’s passion a member of Asbury United Methodist Church in Wil- John was a member of the Defiance Elks, enjoyed
for football led to 40 years of coaching the sport. He liams Center. She was also a member of the County bowling, pitching horseshoes, and he also enjoyed going
will also be remembered as a talented track coach Cousins Home Extension Club for over 60 years, Fat on fishing trip to the Upper Peninsula with his friends for
of which he also inspired student athletes for many Ladies Card Club, and the Drama Club in Palmetto, many years. John was a handyman that could fix any-
years. Florida where she enjoyed wintering for 30 years. In thing including cars and tractors.
Bob’s hobbies included traveling to visit past ex- her free time, she enjoyed playing cards, especially Surviving, besides his wife, Audrey, are their son, Da-
change students, being an antique dealer and gifted Euchre and Pinochle, making crafts, and going to the vid Lee (Sherri Renee) Heldberg of Bryan; two grandsons,
furniture restorer. He was a past volunteer with the Bryan Senior Center, where she also played cards. Jonathon Ray and Donavon Michael. He is also survived
Delta Fire and Rescue and active member with the She truly cherished spending time with her family and by his mother, Charlotte Heldberg, of Bryan, and sister,
Delta United Methodist Church and Fulton County friends. Janet Bottorff of Garner, NC. He was preceded in death by
Historical Society. Above all Bob loved spending time Surviving are her three children, Scott (Mary) He- his father, Bill, in May of this year.
with his loving family and attending as many athletic menway of Grover Hill, Ohio, June (Robert) Klingler of The family requests that memorial contributions be
events or performances his own children, exchange Fort Wayne, Indiana, and Twig (Bill Cullnane) Hem- given to First Lutheran Church.
student “children” and grandchildren were in. enway of Goshen, Indiana; seven grandchildren and
Bob is survived by his wife of 46 years, Kathryn; thirteen great-grandchildren. Ruth was preceded in Reporter
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Whitis, 89, of Alvordton ber 12, 1937, in Webster given to the subject. Letters must be limited to a word count of 500.
passed away Tuesday Springs, WV, to the late * It is the goal of “The Village Reporter” to present news in a fair and
afternoon, November 7, Ernest Lee and Iva Freda balanced format. “The Village Reporter” makes every effort to stay neu-
2017 at Defiance Area (Anderson) Canfield. tral in political and other debatable issues. It is the desire of the com-
Inpatient Hospice Cen- pany to print facts and allow our readers to process information, draw-
ter. Buddy was a local ing their own opinions.
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She was born on Sep- and did most of his work ton Counties in Northwest Ohio.
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(Hershiser) Keck. enjoyed fishing. He also enjoyed lovingly teasing his print weeks during the summer and one non print week around the
grandchildren. He loved his family and will be missed holidays.
Joan attended school by many who were lucky to call him a friend.
in Alvordton and com- Surviving are six children, Susan, Karen, Iva, How- 115 Broad Street, Montpelier, Ohio
pleted her high school education at Pioneer High ard, Angela, and Craig; a brother, Cliff; two sisters, Open: Mon. - Fri. (9 a.m. - 5 p.m).; Sat. (9 a.m. - 12 p.m.)
School, graduating in 1946. Carol and Kathy; and numerous grandchildren, great-
On March 3, 1950 she married Robert Coe Whitis grandchildren, and extended family members. In addi- Phone: (419) 485-4851 / Fax: (877) 778-9425
and he preceded her in death on January 23, 1999. tion to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Email: [email protected]
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Joan was a member of the Pioneer United Meth- will take place and no public services will be planned.
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She was a homemaker and worked at Hadleys- Memorial contributions in honor of Buddy are sug- WEST UNITY
Dancers Department Store in Pioneer and the Mont- gested to his family (c/o Eagle Funeral Home) to assist Valero, Shamrock, WAUSEON
pelier Hospital in the Dietary Department. Joan with final expenses. Friends can share memories and Chief Supermarket,
was an election official for Madison Township for words of comfort with the family online at www.eagle- Dollar General Marathon, Walmart
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those she loved. accident Valero,
She is survived by her three children, John (Car- call Super Value, Dollar General,
ol) Whitis of Alvordton, Sue J. Whitis of Alvordton, Don’t Forget Hutch’s Marathon,
and Andrew Whitis of Findlay; and two sisters, Con- Rite Aid, Circle K, EDON / BLAKESLEE
stance Shinabarger of Fort Wayne, Indiana, and Dr. Hit A Dollar General, Pop Shop
Judith Keck of Crawfordville, Florida; two sisters- Deer, Win Slattery
in-law Donna Keck of Alvordton and Leona Whitis of A Turkey DELTA Shamrock
Pioneer; and many nieces and nephews. Dollar General, Kwik Stop LYONS
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Obits (Continued) Delta Council Approves Downtown
Business Incentive Requests
Joyce Parsons (1945 - 2017)
By: Nate Calvin
Joyce A. Parsons, THE VILLAGE REPORTER PHOTO BY NATE CALVIN, STAFF
age 83, of rural Stryker,
Ohio passed away peace- Two downtown businesses were approved for tax in- DOWNTOWN BUSINESS INCENTIVE … The American
fully in her home, Satur- centives by council as they met briefly in regular ses- Pizza Box located on Main St. in Delta was one of two
day night November 04, sion on Monday, November 6th. Council approved the business approved for tax incentives by council.
2017 surrounded by her minutes from the October 16th meeting before hearing ton County Commissioners for Dog Warden services. In
loving family. from Village Administrator Brad Peebles. He informed new business the following resolutions and ordinanc-
council his office had received a letter expressing con- es were approved by council: Resolution #17-11 first
Joyce was born Oc- cern about a property on Wilson St. in Delta. Peebles reading with emergency provision, a resolution autho-
tober 03, 1934 in Mon- stated he has spoken with the property owner to make rizing the Village Administrator for the Village of Delta
arch, South Carolina sure he was aware of the concern and the proper- to convey certain real property to Kathy S. Baker and
to the late Morris Le- ty owner told him that they are working on cleaning declaring an emergency. Resolution #17-12 first read-
Foy and Dovey Lunette things up. He also said the village has received a let- ing with emergency provision, a resolution authorizing
(Bates) Arthur. She mar- ter informing them of the groundbreaking ceremony for the Village Administrator for the Village of Delta to take
ried Gaylord W. Parsons Metal X which is scheduled for Thursday, November the necessary actions and sign the necessary docu-
on August 09, 1953 and 16th at 3:30pm. ments to have certain real property acquired and titled
he preceded her in death on December 28, 2007. to the Village of Delta and declaring an emergency.
Joyce was a member of Christ Community In committee reports, the Developmental & Govern-
Church, Ridgeville Corners, Ohio and a former ment Relations committee recommended to council Ordinance #17-38 first reading, an ordinance es-
member of Fayette United Methodist Church, Beth- that the American Pizza Box and Main Street Bakery tablishing the appropriations budget for the Village of
el United Methodist Church, Monarch, SC. Joyce be approved for tax incentives as part of the Downtown Delta for year 2018. Ordinance #17-39 first reading, an
was the former publisher of the Fayette Review Business Incentive program. Councilman Dawson ex- ordinance authorizing the Village Administrator to dis-
newspaper. pressed concern about the potential abuse of water us- pose of certain surplus property no longer needed for
Survivors include three daughters; Glenda (Rick) age as part of the incentive. After discussion, Peebles any municipal purpose. Resolution #17-13 first read-
Marzolf, Lincolnton, Georgia, Sheri (Jeffery) Lloyd, said it was something that can be monitored and ap- ing with emergency provision, a resolution authorizing
Napoleon, Ohio, Janelle (Bruce) Whitlock, Stryker, proval can be revoked if they feel it is an issue, with the Village Administrator to execute the 2018 indigent
Ohio. Grandchildren, Kreig (Mary) Marzolf, Kelly Mayor Dan Miller stating there have been no issues defense contract with the Fulton County Commission-
(Anthony) Bennett, Kurt (Michelle) Marzolf, Kara with that over the past few months. Also approved was ers.
(Ray) Chriscoe, Elliott Whitlock, Arminda (Nik) Wal- a 75% corporate tax on the municipal job creation tax
born, Devin Whitlock, R. Luis (Lita) Lloyd, Clarrissa credit application for Metal X, which will be for the next Council closed the meeting by authorizing the pay-
(Mason) Fox, C. Ernesto Lloyd, Silas Whitlock, and 15 years. In the Village Administrator’s report, Peebles ment of invoices and the adjourning for the evening at
Lizbeth Lloyd. Great-grandchildren, Dustin Ben- told council he has spoken with the postal service and 7:27pm. The next regular council meeting is slated for
nett, Samantha Marzolf, Cody Bennett, Tyler Ben- they had reviewed potential sites for the preferred lo- Monday, November 20th at 7:00pm in Memorial Hall.
nett, Lucian Gildea, Gracie Bennett, Logan Marzolf, cation of the dropbox and they recommended the fire A special meeting and planning session will be held on
Elliette Walborn, Gideon Gildea, Audrey Walborn, hall. He hopes the move will be as soon as possible, Monday, November 27th at 5:30pm also in Memorial
Lola Jayne Fox, Cameron Marzolf, Rachel Chriscoe. the post office must discuss it with the Cleveland office Hall.
Sister, Betty (Albert) McNeace, Union, SC. Sister- first.
in-law, Marvelle Harris, North Baltimore, Ohio. Nu-
merous nieces and nephews. Regarding the Fernwood St. project, they have re-
Joyce is preceded in death by her parents, hus- submitted their request for grant money for the project.
band, brothers and sisters, Erin Virginia Robert- If they are awarded it, it will be for $370,000 and the
son, James Arthur, Sr., Olive Zanoma Davis, Doil bidding process will begin yet this year with hopes of
Arthur, Frances Arthur, and William Arthur. beginning the project in early 2018. Peebles told coun-
Memorial contributions may be made to: Bethel cil that the bidding process can’t start until the funds
United Methodist Church, Monarch, South Caroli- are secured. He also updated council on the status of
na or Fayette United Methodist Church or Growing the Wilson St. project.
Hope Ministries, PO Box 322, Archbold, Ohio 43502
or the Fayette Opera House. Online condolences at In old business the following ordinances were ap-
www.grisierfh.com. proved: Ordinance #17-33 third reading with emer-
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Grisier Fu- gency provisions. An ordinance notifying the Fulton
neral Home, Stryker, Ohio. County Auditor that two tax levies in the amount of
one half mill each passed specifically for fire protection
shall not be collected for the five-year term as specified
in the ballot language unless this ordinance is repealed
during said term. Ordinance #17-35 third reading, an
ordinance authorizing the Village Administrator to
execute property lease for the Delta Community Fire
Department with York Township trustees. Ordinance
Richard Tressler (1930 - 2017) #17-37 second reading, an ordinance authorizing the
Village Administrator to enter into agreement with Ful- Nate can be reached at
[email protected]

Richard “Dick” L.
Tressler, 87, of Montpe-

Hilltop Student Of The Month Announcedlier passed away Tues-

day afternoon at Lu-
theran Hospital in Fort
Wayne, Indiana.
He was born Octo-
ber 17, 1930 in Pioneer
to Virgil O. and Fern
(Wheeler) Tressler.
Dick proudly served
his country in the United
States Navy as a First-
Class Petty Officer dur-
ing the Korean and Viet-
nam Wars. Dick served
VETERAN aboard the USS Harwood

(DDE 861). He also
physically participated in the Naval Blockade dur-
ing the Cuban Missile Crisis. He retired from the
Navy in 1968 after 20 years of service. After his
retirement he became a service station manager for
Standard Oil of Ohio, which later became BP, for 15
years. He was also a former volunteer deputy for PHOTO PROVIDED
the Montpelier Police Department. Dick was a past STUDENT OF THE MONTH ... The October Students of the Month for Hilltop High School and Junior High are as fol-
Post Commander for the Antwerp American Legion, lows (front row, left to right): Alexia Long, Tyler Suboski, Aubrey Wyse, Baron Bleikamp, Connor Schlosser, Maggie
a member of the Montpelier Eagles and Hillcrest Ryan, Bailey Moreland, Taylor Huber. Middle row: Kyra Knapp, Evan Felske, Bryce Buehrer, Jimmy Bell, Jazmyne
Country Club. He was also a life time member of Roloff, Tayler Bleikamp. Back row: Lana Baker, Trey Fuller, Cade Keefer, Isaac McKinney, Hayden Tarkington, Mi-
chael O’Brien, Levi Lopez.

the American Legion and V.F.W.
He is survived by his three sons, Richard (Dar-
lene) Tressler, Jr. of Winter Haven, Florida, Micheal NSCC Continues Rapids Grant Effort In
(Amy) Tressler of Bryan, and Eric Tressler & Diane
of West Unity; one daughter Pat (Don) Tressler-

Region & Promoting Workforce DevelopmentPursel of Montpelier; thirteen grandchildren, four-
teen great grandchildren; four step-brothers, one
step-sister; and former wife Mary Baker-Tressler of ARCHBOLD, OHIO –Northwest State Community food-processing plants, refineries, power plants, water
Montpelier. College continues its work in partnership with six oth- treatment facilities and more. The training involves
er regional educational partners through the North- Mechatronics, Process Control, and IT/Cyber Security.
Dick was preceded in death by his parents, step west Ohio Educational Partners Consortium, receiving
father Dewey Layman, daughter Denise Mapes a new grant in the amount of $82,562. The grant, from “The RAPIDS program was the catalyst for our re-
Tressler, brother Clyde Tressler, step-brother Rob- the Ohio Board of Regents Regionally Aligned Priorities gional educational partners to come together for the
ert Shinabarger, and sister Frances. in Delivering Skills Program (RAPIDS), was established first time as a unified educational body and create a
to provide workforce development efforts for the region. consortium,” stated Todd Hernandez, Vice President
A celebration of life will be held December 2nd This new grant is a continuation of a multi-phase proj- for Innovation at Northwest State. The Northwest Ohio
from 1-3pm at the Montpelier Eagles. Memorial ect supported by the Department of Higher Education, Regional Training Hub (NORTH) program made some
contributions may be made to the Williams County key determinations through internal research and in-
Humane Society. Condolences can be left at www. with a 2014 Biennium allocation of $2 million. ventory, as well as conversations with key employers
thethompsonfuneralhome.com. Utilizing current and previous funding, the grant and decision-makers throughout the region. “Given
our manufacturing strengths and the new advanced
partners continually develop training programs which manufacturing technologies, we are confident that the
include equipment that is portable and can be brought NORTH program concept will effectively address the
to various sites throughout the region for workforce pressing workforce development needs in Northwest
training. The training supports manufacturing plants, Ohio,” concluded Hernandez.

COMBINED 20 YEARS LOCAL PAINTING EXPERIENCE The initial RAPIDS Grant provided funding to devel-
op training materials and purchase equipment that is
(Residential, Business, Church, Agricultural & More) housed in two training trailers, to be used as portable
• 3D & Flat Murals • Interior Painting & Theming classrooms that can move to various sites as needed.
• Exterior Painting The trailers are housed at University of Toledo Scott
Park Campus when not in use.
Call Dustin at
LaBo’s Creative Design The RAPIDS grant is a combined effort between the
University of Toledo, Bowling Green State University,
today for your free quote Penta Career Center (Rossford), Terra State Communi-
and to view examples ty College (Fremont), Rhodes State College (Lima), Ow-
(419) 633-2934 ens Community College (Perrysburg) and Northwest
State Community College (Archbold).

INFORMATION PROVIDED

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POLICE, EMT, FIRE, TRAFFIC & COURT NEWS

WAUSEON POLICE Debris/Item in Roadway plewood St., #13, previously pleaded Perez, Michael P. (Pioneer, Ohio).
(November 1) 995 Enterprise Ave Unit, (November 5) E. Elm St. at N Oakwood guilty to Burglary. On March 25, 2017, 38/25 speed. Fine: $40; Costs: $85.
Hit-Skip St., Trees Down With Wires he trespassed in an occupied structure Plasencia, Denise Z. (Wauseon,
(November 1) 230 Clinton St., Suspi- (November 5) 511 Ottokee St., High with the purpose to commit a criminal Ohio). 54/35 speed. Fine: $40; Costs:
cious Person Water offense. $85.
(November 1) 950 E. Oak St., Investi- (November 5) 446 E. Oak St., Lines Judge Jeffrey L. Robinson sen- Reid, Joseph E. Sr. (Bryan, Ohio).
gate Complaint Down With A Tree Through Garage tenced Mr. Alvarado to 2 years of com- Improper pass. Fine: $71; Costs: $79.
(November 1)725 Wood St., Vandalism (November 5) E. Oak St. at Marshall munity control and ordered him to pay Snider, Zachary W. (Bryan, Ohio).
(November 1) 117 E. Oak St., Animal St., Tree Snapped With Line Down restitution of $400 to the victim, have OVI. Fine: $650; Costs: $84; Jail: 20
Call (November 5) 247 Marshall St., Wires no contact with the victim, stay out of days with 17 days suspended. Opera-
(November 1) N. Shoop Ave @ Elm St., Down bars/taverns,, not possess or consume tor’s license suspended from October 6,
Hit-Skip (November 5) 327 E. Oak St., Pole alcohol, abide by an 11:00 p.m. to 6:00 2017 to October 6, 2018. No future vio-
(November 1) 555 W. Linfoot St., Snapped a.m. curfew, and successfully com- lations within next 2 years. 1st Timers
Assault (November 5) 800-B N Ottokee St., plete drug treatment in the SEARCH Retreat within 90 days. Vacate ADM
(November 1) 303 Barbara Dr., Inves- High Water Program at the Northwest Community license suspension and fees.
tigate Complaint (November 5) Brunell St. at Franklyn Corrections Center in Bowling Green, Snyder, Hunter D. (Montpelier,
(November 1) 840 W. Elm St., Unit St., Traffic Jam on Road Block Ohio. Ohio). Physical control. Fine: $650;
105, Drunk (November 5) Jefferson St. @ Brunell, Failure to comply could result in Costs: $90; Jail: 20 days with 17 days
(November 1) 249 Commercial St., Pole Down With Wires Mr. Leonardo spending 18 months in suspended. No future violations within
Suspicious Activity (November 5) 734 E. Elm St., Large prison. next 2 years. 1st Timers Retreat within
(November 2) 248 N. Fulton St., Inves- Tree down 90 days.
tigate Complaint (November 5) S. Brunell St @ W. Stahler, Alice F. (Montpelier, Ohio).
(November 2) 485 E Airport Hwy., Leggett, High water WILLIAMS COUNTY SHERIFF
Narcotics (November 5) 342 E. Elm St., Debris/ (Nov. 6) 10:50 p.m. - Allen R. Green, 60/50 speed. Fine: $45; Costs: $85.
(November 2) 323 Barbara Dr., Item in Roadway 60, of 107 Jerry St. in Bryan was ar- Expired plates. Fine: $35; Costs: $40.
Larceny (November 5) North Park, Juveniles rested by deputies for one count of do- Stratton, Melissa K. (Bryan, Ohio).
(November 2) 247 Madison St., Inves- (November 5) 307 E. Walnut St., Fire mestic violence. He was transported by 79/55 speed. Fine: $71; Costs: $79.
tigate Complaint Outdoor Pole deputies to CCNO following his arrest. Vasquez, Matthew A. (Bryan, Ohio).
(November 2) 248 N. Fulton St., Ani- (November 6) 230 Clinton St., Tele- (Nov. 8) 4:16 p.m. - Timothy Moll Jr., No driver’s license. Fine: $200; Costs:
mal Call phone Harassment 22, of Montpelier was arrested on two $79.
(November 2) 555 W. Linfoot St., Prop- (November 6) 400-B E. Oak St., Acci- felony warrants for possession of hero- Walker, Laurence E. Jr. (Edon,
erty Damage dent (Property Damage) in and aggravated possession of drugs Ohio). Expired plates. Fine: $46; Costs:
(November 2) 1285 N Shoop Ave., Unit (November 6) 840 W. Elm St., Lost/ with an additional charge for resisting $79.
10, Domestic Trouble Found/Recovered arrest. Young, April D. (Bryan, Ohio). 52/35
(November 2) 500 B W Linfoot St., Ac- (November 6) 800 W. Elm St., Unit (Nov. 11) 12:55 p.m. - Roxanne speed. Fine: $45; Costs: $79.
cident (Property Damage) 207, Stolen Car Rupp, 34, 06263 CR-Q. 50 Montpelier,
(November 3) 133 S. Fulton St., Inves- (November 6) 134 1/2 N. Fulton St., was arrested on a Napoleon Municipal WILLIAMS COUNTY CRIMINAL
tigate Complaint Unit, Suicidal Threats warrant for failure to appear for income Crutchfield, Ayla N. (Bryan, Ohio).
(November 3) 840 W. Elm St., Unit (November 6) S. Shoop Ave., Investi- tax violation. She was able to post her Criminal Trespass. Fine: $250; Costs:
1107, Investigate Complaint gate Complaint bond and was released. $504.36; Jail: 30 days with 29 days
(November 3) 555 W. Linfoot St., (November 6) S. Shoop Ave @ Chest- suspended. No future violations within
Trespassing nut, Animal call (Nov. 11) 2:43 p.m. - Richard Hen- next 2 years. Not to return to Eagles
(November 3) 1400-B N Shoop Ave., (November 6) 725 S. Shoop Ave., In- ricks, 55, 07661 CR-E, Bryan, was ar- Pond.
Debris/Item in Roadway vestigate Complaint rested for left of center, OVI, and for Dargartz, Dorsey D. (Bryan, Ohio).
(November 3) 240 Clinton St., Acci- (November 6) 1285 N Shoop Ave., Unit having an open alcohol container in File City Tax (2013) – Bryan. Fine: $200
dent (Property Damage) 13, Threats Harassment the vehicle. He was served his charges with $200 suspended; Costs: $84; Jail:
(November 3) 555 W. Linfoot St., Sus- (November 7) 1058 N Shoop Ave., Dis- and released to a friend. 30 days with 30 days suspended. No
picious Person abled Vehicle future violations within next 2 years.
(November 3) 725 S. Shoop Ave., De- (November 7) 138 E. Elm St., 911 (Nov. 12) 3:05 p.m. - Haley Winkler, Dargartz, Dorsey D. (Bryan, Ohio).
bris in Road hang Up - contact in person 28, 318 S. Emmitt Street, Bryan was File City Tax (2014) – Bryan. Fine: $200
(November 3) 404 W. Park St., Suspi- (November 7) E. Chestnut St., @ arrested on a Williams County Com- with $200 suspended; Costs: $84; Jail:
cious Activity Shoop, Disabled vehicle mon Please bench warrant for ab- 30 days with 30 days suspended. No
(November 4) 1037 McHawk Way, Ani- (November 7) 1221 Lillian Ln., Scam sconding from felony probation. She future violations within next 2 years.
mal Call (November 7) 1285 N. Shoop Ave., was transported to CCNO and held.
(November 4) 141 N. Fulton St., Drunk Unit 10, Welfare Check
(November 4) 428 E. Airport Hwy., (November 7) 1285 N. Shoop Ave., WILLIAMS COUNTY TRAFFIC Dargartz, Dorsey D. (Bryan, Ohio).
Investigate Complaint Unit 13, Assault Bowen, Donald L. (Montpelier, Ohio). File City Tax (2015) – Bryan. Fine: $200
(November 4) 248 N. Fulton St., Inves- (November 7) 427 Indian Rd., Animal 68/55 speed. Fine: $46; Costs: $79. with $200 suspended; Costs: $84; Jail:
tigate Complaint Call Buehrer, William T. (West Unity, 30 days with 30 days suspended. No
(November 4) E. Elm St. at Shoop Ave., (November 7) 315 Ottokee St., Ohio). Failure to control. Fine: $50; future violations within next 2 years.
Disabled Vehicle Narcotics Costs: $85.
(November 4) 124 N. Fulton St., Cardwell, Amanda J. (Archbold, Dennis, Jason D. (Bryan, Ohio).
Juveniles WEST UNITY POLICE Ohio). 69/55 speed. Fine: $46; Costs: Domestic violence. Fine: $300; Costs:
(November 4) 239 E. Leggett St., Wel- (October 30) Lock out $79. $384; Jail: 180 days with 180 days
fare Check (October 30) Fraud Clark, Casey C. (Montpelier, Ohio). suspended. No future violations within
(November 4) 1285 N. Shoop Ave., (October 30) Traffic Crash/Hit Skip Seat belt – passenger. Fine: $20; Costs: next 5 years. No violent or threaten-
Unit 2, Missing Person (October 30) Agency Assist $40. ing contact with victim. Hands Down
(November 4) 1285 N. Shoop Ave., (October 30) Speed Warning Counts, Michael G. Jr. (Montpelier, Domestic Violence Program. Jail time
Unit 31, Domestic Trouble (October 30) Driving Under Suspen- Ohio). Seat belt. Fine: $30; Costs: $40. consecutive with following cases.
(November 4) 104 W. Chestnut Ct sion / Citation Gill, Jacob D. (Montpelier, Ohio).
Unit, Domestic Trouble (October 31) Speed / Warning Safety disregard. Fine: $50; Costs: $79. Dennis, Jason D. (Bryan, Ohio).
(November 5) 1285 N Shoop Ave., Unit (November 1) Lock Out Grant, Donavan (Bryan, Ohio). Tem- Falsification. Fine: $300; Costs: $100;
31, Investigate Complaint (November 1) Funeral Escort porary instruction permit. Fine: $50; Jail: 180 days with 180 days suspend-
(November 5) 660 E Linfoot St., Ani- (November 1) Suspicious Person Costs: $79. ed. No future violations within next 5
mal Call (November 1) Animal Problem Kerby, Katelynn A. (Montpelier, years. Jail time consecutive with pre-
(November 5) 230 Clinton St., Identity (November 2) Domestic Violence Ohio). Seat belt. Fine: $30; Costs: $40. ceding case.
Theft (November 2) Ordinance Violation Knecht, Bronson M. (Edgerton,
(November 5) 230 Clinton St., Identity (November 2) 911 Hang Up Ohio). OVI. Fine: $750; Costs: $84; Dennis, Jason D. (Bryan, Ohio).
Theft (November 2) Medical Emergency (2) Jail: 90 days with70 days suspended. Violation of temporary protection or-
(November 5) 00 W. Leggett St., Suspi- (November 2) Child Abuse Operator’s license suspended from No- der. Fine: $300; Costs: $100; Jail: 180
cious Activity (November 2) Speed / Warning vember 2, 2017 to November 2,2019. days. No future violations within next
(November 5) 441 W Elm St., Suspi- (November 3) Animal Problem Recovery Services of Northwest Ohio. 5 years. Jail time consecutive with pre-
cious Activity (November 3) Juvenile Problem BMV to vacate ALS and fees. Vehicle ceding cases.
(November 5) 441 W. Elm St., Animal (November 3) Equipment / Warning (2) immobilized for 90 days. No future vio-
Call (November 4) Found Property lations within the next 2 years. Dennis, Jason D. (Bryan, Ohio). Vi-
(November 5) 201 W. Oak St., Debris/ (November 4) Suspicious Activity olation of temporary protection order
Item in Roadway (November 5) Agency Assist – 2nd case. Fine: $300; Costs: $100;
(November 5) 311 W. Elm St., Debris/ (November 5) Speed / Citation Jail: 180 days. No future violations
Item in Roadway within next 5 years. Jail time concur-
(November 5) E. Elm St. at N Franklin FULTON COUNTY rent with preceding violation of tempo-
St., Accident (Property Damage) PROSECUTOR NEWSLETTER Lewis, Nicoe M. (Defiance, Ohio). rary protection order case.
(November 5) E Oak St. at Prospect A Delta man was sentenced on No- 60/45 speed. Fine: $46; Costs: $79. Edinger, Caysee (Montpelier, Ohio).
St,., Debris/Item in Roadway vember 6, 2017, in the Fulton Coun- Liu, Ashley J. (Bryan, Ohio). 50/35 Theft. Fine: $300; Costs: $84; Jail: 180
(November 5) 229 E. Oak St., Wire ty Common Pleas Court according to speed. Fine: $46; Costs: $79.
Down county prosecutor Scott A. Haselman. days with 150 days suspended. No
(November 5) 200-B N Shoop Ave., Leonardo Alvarado, 29, of 1000 Ma- Marshall, Jamie (Bryan, Ohio). Ex- future violations within next 5 years.
pired plates. Fine: $46; Costs: $79. Restitution of $224.97. No contact with
Martin, Robert S. (Pioneer, Ohio). victim, Shoe Sensation.
65/55 speed. Fine: $46; Costs: $79. Eitniear, Kristina (West Unity, Ohio).
McCoy, Theodore (Montpelier, Ohio). Furnishing. Fine: $250; Costs: $210;
66/55 speed. Fine: $46; Costs: $79. Jail: 90 days with 90 days suspended.
Miller, Joseph E. (Bryan, Ohio). 50 hours community service. No future
violations within next 2 years.
69/55 speed. Fine: $46; Costs: $79.
Parsons, Keith R. (Defiance, Ohio).
Seat belt. Fine: $30; Costs: $40. CONTINUED ON PAGE 5

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 4 Wauseon’s Assistant Police Chief Reads

POLICE, EMS, FIRE & COURT NEWS Resignation Letter To City Council
By: James Pruitt

Green, Allen R. (Bryan, Ohio). Do- Against: Shell, Sasha (Bryan, Ohio). THE VILLAGE REPORTER
mestic violence. Fine: $350; Costs: $360; $1641.64.
Jail: 180 days with 170 days suspended. Wauseon’s City Council sat in stunned
No future violations within next 5 years. silence as one of its longtime police of-
Recovery Services of Northwest Ohio. No ficers read aloud his resignation letter
violent or threatening contact with victim. FULTON COUNTY TRAFFIC Nov. 6. Former Assistant Police Chief Bill
Hands Down Domestic Violence Program. Augustyniak, Kathrine D. (Swanton, McConnel resigned suddenly and has al-
Must be hooked up to SCRAM unit for a Ohio). 77/55 speed. Fine: $77; Costs: $80. ready secured employment with the Fay-
period of not less than 180 days once re- Barone, Amy M. (Liberty Center, Ohio). ette Police Department as a sergeant. The
leased from CCNO. 65/55 speed. Fine: $47; Costs: $80. abruptness of his resignation and the
Burmeister, Katie L. (Liberty Center, lack of a cause had some on council seek-
Hill, Tracy L. (Montpelier, Ohio). As- Ohio). 70/55 speed. Fine: $47; Costs: $80. ing answers.
sault. Fine: $300; Costs: $295; Jail: 180 Doremus, James W. (Wauseon, Ohio). McConnell reviewed his 22-year career
days with 180 days suspended. No fu- Seat belt – passenger. Fine: $20; Costs: with the department from his start as a
ture violations within next 5 years. Re- $43. police officer fresh from Edgerton. He
newed Minds Program. No possession or Eitniear, Bradley G. (Wauseon, Ohio). counted his time as school resource of-
consumption of alcohol. Thinking for a 69/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: $80. ficer as among the best in Wauseon. He is
Change program. Good, Devin M. (Liberty Center, Ohio). a member of the Wauseon Lions Club and
Passing school bus. Fine: $150; Costs: plans to continue with them. McConnell
Holbrook, Catherine. (Bryan, Ohio). $80. noted the many services the WPD offers,
File City Tax (2013) – Bryan. Fine: $200 Hallett, Kelly J. (Metamora, Ohio). which is unusual for a town this size. PHOTO BY JAMES PRUITT, STAFF
with $200 suspended; Costs: $84; Jail: 67/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: $80. Council member Shane Chamber-
30 days with 30 days suspended. No fu- Lange, Ruth M. (Archbold, Ohio). Stop lain asked the mayor why his Personnel RESIGNATION ... William McConnell
ture violations within next 2 years. for school bus. Fine: $100; Costs: $88. Committee never saw anything regard- reads his letter of resignation as assis-
McCoy, Jacob C. (Wauseon, Ohio). ing McConnell’s resignation. “He said tant police chief to the Wauseon City
Holbrook, Catherine. (Bryan, Ohio). his resignation was sudden; he’s working Council. McConnell did not give a rea-
File City Tax (2014) – Bryan. Fine: $200 67/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: $88. at Fayette,” Chamberlain said. “I don’t son for leaving, but announced he has a
with $200 suspended; Costs: $84; Jail: Moose, Adam B. (Wauseon, Ohio). know. Answer it if you can, but what’s new job with the Fayette Police Depart-
30 days with 30 days suspended. No fu- going on?” Matters like this must be han- ment.
ture violations within next 2 years. 68/55 speed. Fine: $77; Costs: $80. dled in executive session. A meeting was
Osterhout, Ashlie R. (Wauseon, Ohio). proposed but McConnell said he didn’t munity. The severe thunderstorms that
Hug, Travis A. (Bryan, Ohio). Fine: want a meeting, Huner said. “The sec- went through town knocked many trees
$150; Costs: $78. Agency to destroy con- Assured clear distance ahead. Fine: $102; ond thing is I would have liked to move and wires and left a wake of damage in
traband. Costs: $88. forward with it,” Huner said. “That is its path. “The Fire Department and Police
the way we were going to leave it. That’s Department did an amazing job,” Huner
Moore, Kurtis A. (Bryan, Ohio). File Pupos, Lindsay M. (Lyons, Ohio). why when Bill stated he wasn’t going to said. She passed along compliments she
City Tax (2014) – Bryan. Fine: $200 with 67/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: $80. heard from residents about the city’s re-
$200 suspended; Costs: $84; Jail: 30 sponse and for the response of private
days with 30 days suspended. No future Rioux, Stacey L. (Defiance, Ohio). Ex- citizens who helped with the cleanup im-
violations within next 2 years. pired plates. Fine: $37; Costs: $88. mediately following the storms. “Dam-
Roy, Sean M. (Swanton, Ohio). 74/55 answer any questions, and that’s why I age is damage, but no lives were taken,”
Snider, Zachary W. (Bryan, Ohio). Pos- speed. Fine: $47; Costs: $80. didn’t move forward on this.” Huner said.
session. Fine: $150; Costs: $40. Opera- Schuett, David S. (Wauseon, Ohio). Huner said she would answer coun-
tor’s license suspended from November 8, 53/35 speed. Fine: $47; Costs: $88. cil’s questions, but only in executive ses- Fire Chief Rick Sluder was not so
2017 to may 7, 2018. Agency to destroy Schmitz, Amy M. (Lyons, Ohio). Ex- sion. Council entered executive session pleased with the initial civilian response.
contraband. Open container. Fine: $50; pired plates. Fine: $37; Costs: $80. following the conclusion of the business In cases of storms and downed trees and
Costs: $40. Vonier, Clairborne, E. (Archbold, Ohio). portion of the meeting for personnel mat- power lines, it is best to wait for officials
69/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: $80. ters. McConnell did not elaborate on his to makes sure the lines are not active.
WILLIAMS COUNTY COMMON PLEAS letter. With electrically charged trees leaning
Lucas, Jamie N. (Bryan, Ohio). Count I Council member Scott Stiriz reported against aluminum siding, gutters and
FULTON COUNTY CIVIL Ohio). on the Park Board meeting of Oct. 10, metal fences as well as down power lines,
– Vandalism, a fifth degree felony. Count II For: Bratton, Jan (Delta, 2017, and talked about the dog park at the potential for disaster is great. “When
– Attempted trespass in habitation when Against: Keller, Steve. $4000. Homecoming Park. The board purchased you get power lines in the trees, we don’t
person is present or likely to present, a For: Camelot South (Delta, Ohio). three signs and dog bags. The signs cost know where they are at,” Sluder said.
fifth degree felony. Count III – Menacing $200 each. “Then you have swarms of people crawl-
by stalking, a fourth degree felony. Sen- Against: Green, Tige (Swanton, Ohio). ing through their back yards in the trees
tencing: On Counts I and II, sentenced $4070. Heather Tester would like the board that are energized. It’s not a good time to
to an 11 month term of incarceration to reconsider having Gaga Ball at Rarigh have people come in and cut up a tree
through ODRC and a discretionary period For: Smith, Gary L. (Swanton, Ohio). Park. The game uses a hexagon or octa- right after the storm.”
of up to 3 years post release control on Against: Clifton, Scott R. (Fremont, Ohio). gon ring and players use their feet to kick
each count. On Count III, sentenced to a $4958. a ball at other players. It is known as a With it being a Sunday afternoon, the
17 month term of incarceration through softer form of dodge ball. A board member trees in the back yards weren’t going any-
ODRC and a discretionary period of up to For: Wilson, Paul S. (Lyons, Ohio). has proposed a ring be erected under the where. The priority for crews was to clear
3 years post release control. Sentences of Against: Fillman, Mary E. (Defiance, the streets, Sluder said. Working on a
incarceration to run concurrently. Credit Ohio0. $5975. tree at one home could electrocute some-
for time served. Ordered to pay restitu- one three houses down, he said. “You got
tion in the amount of $1962 as well as all FULTON COUNTY pavilion at Homecoming Park, Scott Stiriz wet ground, you got wet trees,” Sluder
costs of prosecution, any court appointed said. “The Scouts would do it as an Eagle said. “You got a power line falls on a cable
counsel costs, and any supervision fees HEALTH CENTER BIRTHS Scout Project and they would pay for it, TV wire. You think a cable TV line never
permitted. Nov 9 - Scott and Stacie Westbrook, the council member said. The Park is rec- hurt anyone, but you don’t realize it’s on
Wauseon, girl ommending council approve the project. a power line.”
Mosler, Craig M.A. Jr. (Edgerton, Nov 10 - Kortnee Neuenschwander, Council member Heather Kost was not
Ohio). Attempted failure to comply with Bryan, boy convinced and asked for more informa- Police Chief Keith Torbet announced
the order or signal of a police officer, a Nov 12 - Ashley Barnes, Whitehouse, tion to become better acquainted with the some officers will be participating in No
fourth degree felony, including specifica- boy game. There was also talk about fertiliz- Shave November to raise awareness of
tion. Sentenced to 3 years community prostate cancer. The department will be
control with a 180 day term of incarcera- FULTON COUNTY ing the area around some trees and plans participating in a program similar to Shop
tion at CCNO. Sentence of incarceration CRIME STOPPERS to plant several new trees. With A Cop, but without the $200 fee to
to run consecutively with previous sen- The Fulton County Crime Stopper Pro- use the name. The effort has raised $525
tence imposed by the Bryan Municipal gram would like your help in solving the The Park Board still wants to host so far. Council approved $50 in Chamber
Court. Shall be placed under a Class II following crimes: a chainsaw safety course, but needs a dollars for every eligible employee. This
driver’s license suspension for 3 years. Authorities are investigating thefts that qualified instructor, Frey said. Council year’s tab will be $2,900.
The vehicle used in commission of the of- occurred at 8970 County Road 7-2, Del- member Rick Frey reported on the Tree
fense is ordered forfeited to the Edgerton ta; 18057 County Road F, Wauseon; and Commission meeting. Members dis- James can be reached at
Police Department. Fined $1500 and or- 12586 County Road 4, Swanton. On Oc- cussed the scheduling of a Tree City USA [email protected]
dered to pay all costs of prosecution, any tober 1, 2017, at 8970 County Road 7-2, awards ceremony in 2021 and about its
court appointed counsel costs, and any Delta, suspect(s) cut a cable and stole current Tree City application
supervision fees permitted. a 2014 90X pink Polaris Outlaw four
wheeler, serial no. RF3KA09A5ER081194. Wauseon may have gotten beat up
WILLIAMS COUNTY CIVIL On October 13, 2017, at 18057 County and received a black eye from the Nov.
For: City of Bryan (Taxes). Against: Road F, Wauseon, suspect(s) broke into 5 storms, but Mayor Huner praised the
response of the Fire, Police and Pub-
lic Works departments to help the com-

a she and stole a 2016 blue and sliver

Polaris Sportsman 570 ATV, serial no. Suspect In Fulton County
4XASH573GA615142. On October 19,
2017, at 12586 County Road 4, Swanton,

suspect(s) broke into a barn and stole a
John Deere four seat gator, green with yel-

Deputy Shooting Pleads Guiltylow wheels, model no. PR15XUV590i S4,
serial no. 1M0590FEKGM011065. The to-
Armstrong, Stephanie (Defiance, Ohio).
$138.85. tal of the stolen items is $27,500. By: James Pruitt mon responded to the call around 9:32
Authorities are also investigating a THE VILLAGE REPORTER p.m. at the Country Corral, 7910 State
For: City of Bryan (Taxes). Against: Route 109.
breaking and entering that occurred at
Simon approached the vehicle in
Burnett, Lisa (Bryan, Ohio). $362.83. 15635 County Road 10, Lyons, Ohio. On The man authorities say shot and question when the driver of the ve-
For: City of Bryan (Taxes). Against: October 4, 2017, suspect(s) stole a 5hp wounded a Fulton County deputy ear- hicle fled and Simon pursued along
hydromatic pump, model no. 4NX500JC, lier this year has pleaded guilty to two with Delta Police. The vehicle started
Coker, Robert (Bryan, Ohio) and Coker, a 3hp hydromatic pump and 2 John Deere charges. having mechanical problems north of
Marilyn (Bryan, Ohio). $492.42. yellow rims with titan 27x10.5x15 size SR 109 and slowed to a stop, a press
tires. The total value of the items stolen Jeshua Gilmore, 18, Toledo, plead- release from the sheriff stated. Simon
For: City of Bryan (Taxes). Against: Es- is $11,270. ed guilty in Fulton County Court of exited his vehicle along with his K-9
pinoza, Adam (Bryan, Ohio) and Espinoza, Common Pleas in front of Judge Jef- and started toward the suspect vehicle.
Patricia (Bryan, Ohio). $321.29. If you have any information concerning frey Robinson to attempted aggravated A passenger fled into a cornfield, the
these crimes that could lead to the ar- murder and weapons violation. Gilm- driver opened his door to exit as he was
For: City of Bryan (Taxes). Against: Ul- rest and incarceration of the person(s) in- ore was arrested Aug. 1 for the July 31 doing so, fired at Simon and his K-9
rich, Matt (Bryan, Ohio). $898.33. volved, please contact the Fulton Coun- shooting of Deputy Jeremy Simon near four times, striking the deputy twice.
ty Crime Stopper Hotline. Anyone with Delta, Ohio. Gilmore was arraigned The suspect then fled into the cornfield.
For: Dietsch Furniture (Edgerton, information about these or any other Aug. 3 on charges including flee and
Ohio). Against: Steffes, Ken (Edgerton, felony will be eligible for a reward of up elude, possessing a weapon while un- A female passenger, Skye
Ohio). $998.46. to $1,000 cash. Call is confidential and der disability, and attempted aggravat- Thibodeaux, 18, who had run into the
anonymous. The number to call day or ed murder. He was arraigned Aug. 14. field came back out and surrendered.
For: Jay’s Heating and Cooling, LTD night is 1-800-255-1122, toll free. She pleaded guilty charges of obstruc-
(Bryan, Ohio). Against: Dell, Andy (Bryan, tion.
Ohio). $2760.28.
James can be reached at
For: Kreger, George (Bryan, Ohio). [email protected]

Bond was set at $1 million with no
10 percent allowed. All the charges are
Fulton County Sheriff Announces felonies. Gilmore was indicted March
21 of this year on 10 counts including
Upcoming Traffic Enforcement Blitz grand theft and receiving stolen prop-
erty. A warrant had been
issued for failing to ap-
pear on those counts.
Sherriff Roy E. Miller announces that the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office will be Authorities say Gilm- sammonscarpetcleaning.com
conducting a Traffic Enforcement Blitz. This Blitz, designated Thanksgiving Blitz,
will run from November 17th thru November 26th. Deputies will be working vari- ore shot at Deputy Simon
ous hours and locations around Fulton County and they will be looking for dis- and his K-9 four times
tracted driving, seat belt, speed, and impaired driving violations. and struck him twice. Si-
mon recovered from his
Sheriff Miller and his deputies are dedicated to protecting the citizens of Fulton wounds and returned
County and the motorists who travel its highways. These Blitzes are being funded to work Aug. 29. Toledo
from a grant that was awarded to the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office from the Ohio Police arrested Gilmore
Department of Public Safety. The grant pays for extra patrol to enforce the traffic without incident around
laws that will increase the safety of motorists on the roadways on the areas that 3 p.m. Aug. 1. Deputy Si-
are prone to a higher number of serious and fatal crashes.

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CONTINUED FROM THE FRONT PAGE Fulton County Senior Center Honors Local Veterans

Williams Soil & Water ... By: Nate Calvin

THE VILLAGE REPORTER

PHOTOS BY NATE CALVIN, STAFF On Thursday, No-
vember 9th the Fulton
AWARD PRESENTATION … Joe Nester of Nester Ag is County Senior Center
presented the Cooperator of the Year Award by Bob held their fourth annual
Short, Chairman of the Williams SWCD Board of Su- Veterans Day breakfast.
pervisors. The previous three years
DISPLAY … Some of the Black Swamp era medicine the event was held at the
bottles on display by the Black Swamp Medicine Girls. Senior Center but, due to
the growing popularity of
the program, this year’s
breakfast was held at St.
Caspar’s Catholic Church
in Wauseon to accommo-
date the large crowd. Fol-
lowing opening comments
from Beth Ricker-Flory
and Sherri Rychener of
the Fulton County Senior
Center, breakfast was
served to the 250-300 vet-
erans and their spouses
in attendance. Serving
the food were 8th graders
from the Wauseon Middle
School who are members
of the National Junior
Honor Society. The senior
center choir, under the
direction of Sarah Short,
then performed some pa-
triotic songs along with a
medley to represent all five
branches of the military,
with members of each
branch standing to be rec-
ognized when their song
was being performed. The
guest speaker was Col.
Randall S. Ortiz, Mainte-
nance Group Commander
for the 180th Air National
Guard in Toledo. During
his speech, he detailed
the history of the 180th as
they are celebrating their
100th anniversary this
year and he also talked
about the importance of
honoring our veterans.
The choir then performed
God Bless America to
close the program.

Nate can be reached at
[email protected]

BLACK SWAMP MEDICINE GIRLS … Jeanne Caryer, Fayette FFA Officers Travel To National Convention
one part of the duo, explains to the audience some of
the challenges of the Black Swamp. This October, the Fayette FFA had been working to Indianapolis for the annual National FFA Con-
hard on various projects and competitions. From vention. The officer team experienced many differ-
Miami University Awards dairy cattle, dairy foods, and trap shoot, the stu- ent things throughout the week including a trip to
Degree To Ciera Mocherman dents have been putting in a lot of extra hours for Tyson Meat Packing in Logansport, IN. There, they
our chapter and it is greatly appreciated. Their hard had the opportunity of going on a tour through the
OXFORD, OH (11/08/2017)-- Ciera Mocherman of work has really shown too in the competitions and building and even got to see the cutting of the meat
Montpelier was one of more than 500 Miami University contests. Members have been practicing and learn- itself. The officers also were able to attend the Ras-
students who earned a degree during Miami Univer- ing about parliamentary procedure for the upcom- cal Flatts concert that Wednesday night of conven-
sity’s summer term. Mocherman earned a Bachelor of ing contest that will take place on November 20th. tion and enjoyed it very much. The team also went
Arts degree. Members have also been gearing up for the job to listen to the key note speaker, Laila Ali, and at-
interview contest that will take place at the high tended the expo center on Thursday.
school on November 8th. All of the students hard
work and determination to become better is really Friday was national day of service for the conven-
showing off and making everyone at Fayette proud. tion where hundreds of members of the FFA from
around the country all helped out in different com-
The Fayette FFA officer team recently travelled munities surrounding Indianapolis. This is a great
way for people from all over to see what great work
and what great youth that the FFA has to offer. On
October 28th, the officers attended the American
Degree ceremony where three of our Fayette alumni
were awarded the highest honor in the FFA. Adrian-
na Hibbard, Casen Burkholder, and Alexis Fruchey
were all awarded the American Degree Saturday
morning. Many memories were made the week of
National Convention and it was a great bonding op-
portunity for the officer team, which will help them
to become even better leaders and representatives
for the Fayette FFA chapter.

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Firm Wants To Invest MONTPELIER BOARD OF EDUCATION
$250,000 In West Unity Sites
Students Given Achievement Awards

By: James Pruitt ing of Ordinance 2017-16 to amend water By: Melissa R. Ewers Michael Moyseenko as co-musical di-
THE VILLAGE REPORTER rates. THE VILLAGE REPORTER rector and vocal music director for
2017-2018; resignation of Michael
Property taxes will be frozen for 15 Inside village water rates will be $10 The Montpelier Exempted Village Frisby; employ Amber Wolff as custo-
years for two West Unity businesses after base plus $3.42 per 1,000 gallons used. Board of Education met on November dian II; employ Ray Dauwalter III as
action taken by the Village Council. Outside village rates are $22 base plus 9, 2017 in regular session with several custodian II; and add Kim Hutchinson
$5.29 per 1,000 gallons used. parents and students in attendance. to the substitute aid/paraprofessional
The council approved the creation of a The Board recognized several students for 2017-2018.
Community Reinvestment Area for Rupp Commercial meters will be charged for achievements. Each student was
& Roach Ltd., for two sites. Rupp & Roach $15 a month for 1-inch; $25 per month called to the front to hear why their The principal’s report discussed the
will invest $250,000 that will benefit the for a 2-inch meter; $50 for a 4-inch me- teacher had nominated them and were Loco Leaders assembly where awards
businesses, village documents show. ter, $100 for a 6-inch meter and $500 per presented with an award. Those earn- were given for good grades, attendance,
month for a 8-inch meter. ing awards were Bentley May (kin- and other characteristics of the PBIS.
The sites are Vision Color, 214 S. Defi- dergarten); Christian Nofzinger (1st The Red Cross also spoke to the stu-
ance and Trinity, 600 Oak St. The third reading will include an grade); Grace Hutchinson (2md grade); dents and presented the Pint Size Hero
amendment to reflect the actual cost of Owen Sommer (3rd grade), Wade Maul program where the students find fam-
Williams County Economic Develop- the meter and to have it paid at the time (4th grade); Miguel Alvira (5th grade); ily members to donate blood. Currently
ment Corp. Director Matt Davis explained of installation or a suitable payment Tyler Plourde (5th grade); Lydia Stimp- there are 26 volunteers. Intermin re-
the process to council at its Nov. 2 meet- plan. fle (6th grade); Kaya Fleet (9th grade); ports will be out before Thanksgiving.
ing. The CRA being used is pre-1994, so Simon Friskney; Aiden Walz.
the local school district won’t see any Council waived the three readings of Also discussed were students at-
money. Ordinance 2017-18 which calls for the The legislative report was present- tending the NWSCC Manufacturing
resurfacing of U.S. 6 in Edgerton and SR ed discussing House Bill 14 on auto- day and found the programs to be very
The village could amend the CRA to 191 in West Unity. matic voter registration (currently not beneficial. The music department also
include the entire village for commercial, in effect) and how the bill would work. went to Bowling Green, and students
industrial and residential areas. WED- Administrator Joshua Fritsch said the Clinger will keep the Board updat- attended a leadership conference at
CO can help file the paperwork with the village will place the 2009 Dodge Charger ed. The Board approved the financial Defiance Collage. Students participat-
county, Davis said. on GovDeals.com. Solicitor Ryan Thomp- statements and investments for Octo- ed in the Ohio Yes survey, the JV Quiz
son will write up a resolution describing ber 2017 and accepted donation well bow took 2nd at Hilltop, parent teacher
Council member Kirk Thompson the vehicle as unneeded property. as approving the fund to fund trans- conferences are scheduled, and on No-
wanted to discuss residential areas to fer from the general fund to the rec- vember 16th 150 students will attend
bring in revenue. Quality Coatings has fixed the cracks reation center fund in the amount of the Toledo Walleyes game.
in the floor at the Kissell Building. $9000,000.
The village should work with the The Board went into executive ses-
school in that case because of the lack of The barn at 305 W. Rings St., will be Approved were Marshall Donald- sion with no action taken.
money for the district, Davis said. taken down at the end of the month or in son as tutor for the 2017-2018 year;
early December. rescind the supplemental contact for Melissa can be reached at
Council waived the three readings and [email protected]
approved the application submission. Oberlin Farms will be taking down Ja-
son Altman’s home at 308 W. North St.
In a related matter, Davis informed the
council West Unity’s dues as a member of The first eight of 46 trees have been
WEDCO will be $3,166 by 2019. planted.

The council approved the second read- The village will not be receiving a grant
ing of Ordinance 2017-15 to amend sew- from MVPO to resurface Lincoln St. The
er rates . only way to secure a grant would be if the
village ground out the whole road, which
The rates for inside the village will would be cost prohibitive.
be $5.70 per 1,000 gallons, a $10 base
charge per month for residential or com- A fence at the Water Treatment Plant
mercial unit, 24 cents per pound for extra will cost $29,000.
strength BOD surcharge and 25 cents per
pound for extra strength SS surcharge. Income tax collections stand at
$738,810, down 8 percent from a year
The rates for outside the village are the ago.
same except for $2.45 per 1,000 gallons
for debt service. James can be reached at
[email protected]
The council approved the second read-

Bryan Council Renews Fire
Protection Services Agreements
PHOTO BY MELISSA R. EWERS, STAFF
By: James Pruitt The council approved an ordinance
THE VILLAGE REPORTER authorizing the Bryan Fire Department STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS...Bentley May (kindergarten), Christian Nofz-
for mutual aid or fire protection services inger (1st grade), Owen Sommer (3rd grade), Wade Mauk (4th grade), Miguel Alvira
The Bryan City Council met Nov. 6 for 2018, to Pulaski Township. (5th grade), Tyler Plourde (5th grade), Lydia Stimpfle (6th grade). Not pictured
for the first of two regularly scheduled Grace Hutchinson (2nfd grade), Kaya Fleet (9th grade), Simon Friskney, and Aiden
meetings for the month. The council approved Change Order Walz.
#2 for the “2017 100 Block East South
The council approved the minutes of Street Improvements” for added costs of FIVE-YEAR FORECASTS SHOW CONTINUED STRENGTHENING
the Oct. 16 Joint Executive Session and some incidentals.
the Oct.16 Council meeting. Edgerton Village Council Approves
The council approved second reading Road Resurfacing Measure
No one spoke during public concern of a resolution to accept a donation of
time. land, at 301 East Butler Street, Bryan, By: Timothy Kays northbound traffic on Route 49 at the
(Commonly Known as Lincoln Elemen- THE VILLAGE REPORTER intersection of Clarksville Road due to
The council approved an ordinance tary School Property) Containing 93,726 a tree, and the other being a concern
providing for annual appropriations for square feet, 2.152 acres of land, more When Dawn Fitzcharles took over about the condition of sidewalks in the
the city for the fiscal year ending Dec. or less. the duties of Edgerton Village Admin- village.
31 and declaring an emergency. istrator, she began a program of across
The council approved a resignation the board budgetary belt tightening Under suspended rules of reading,
The council approved an ordinance in the fire department and the removal measures that turned the financial for- Council approved two measures per-
authorizing the Bryan Fire Department of a volunteer firefighter. tunes of the village 180 degrees around. taining to appropriation supplemen-
to provide fire protection services to the As a result, Edgerton went from a state tations, Ordinances 1004 and 1006.
Williams County Board of Commission- James can be reached at of fiscal emergency, to finally becoming Council also heard Ordinance 1005,
ers for Hillside Country Living, Opdycke [email protected] able to break the surface of the sea of which would grant permission as a lo-
Park, and the Williams County Park red ink in which it was mired. With the cal public agency for the resurfacing
Building for 2018 and 2019. annual budgetary development season of Route 6, from Route 2 to Route 49.
now upon communities across the area, Inside village limits, the resurfacing
DID YOU KNOW? at the November 6 regular session of the would include East Morrison Street,
1 A MEDICARE ADVANTAGE PLAN OR PARD D CAN CHANGE Edgerton Village Council, Fitzcharles the northernmost section of South Ash
presented Councilors with detailed, Street, and East Indiana Street between
THEIR DRUG FORMULARIES EACH YEAR. account-by-account five-year forecasts. the intersections of Ash Street and
Michigan Avenue. Considerable discus-
2 SO IN 2017, YOUR DRUG MAY BE COVERED, BUT THAT SAME No report was more telling of the dra- sion surrounded the measure, which
matic turnaround of the village that of states that should the village make any
COMPANY IN 2018 MAY NOT COVER THAT DRUG OR THEY the General Fund. In 2014, Edgerton changes to the original engineering,
CAN CHARGE MORE. was in serious trouble, as witnessed by the village will assume the entirety of
the January 1 beginning fund balance the cost of the changes. The project is
3 MEDICARE PLANS MAY ALSO CHANGE THEIR NETWORK OF of negative $255,396.35, and the ending slated to get underway around May 3,
balance of negative $259,630.71. The 2018.
PROVIDERS, CHANGE THE WAY THEY COVER A MEDICAL next year saw budgetary constraints be-
SERVICE, AND/OR DROP ADDITIONAL BENEFITS LIKE ing put into place, which resulted in the When asked about the details of
DENTAL, VISION AND HEARING. negative balances being erased, and a the possible changes and what costs,
modest $92,578.05 carryover. It wasn’t Ms. Fitzcharles gave an example, say-
221 W. Main Street, Montpelier • 419-485-5115 much, but it also wasn’t a negative. In ing, “One change that we’ll be look-
2016, that ending balance showed a ing to make is there’s a water shutoff
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:30-8; Sat. 8:30-1; Sun 9-1 carryover of $461,056.40, and the es- valve around the stop sign on 6 before
timates for the end of 2017 are a car- you get to 49. It was covered up with
ryover balance of $864,447.89, which asphalt. While it’s open, we’ll replace
is equivalent to 12.98 months worth of it and identify it. Stuff like that would
carryover...a far cry from the negative be our responsibility” Councilor Chuck
4.03 months of 2014. Given the con- Wallace asked if water drains on Mor-
tinued fiscally conservative approach, rison Street near the C-Store N-More
Ms. Fitzcharles’ forecasts show the car- would be involved. “Those drains have
ryover balance cracking the $1 million been smashed shut and collapsed for-
mark in 2018, and the trend continuing ever,” he said. “I complained about
all the way out to the end of the forecast them, and complained about them...
in 2022, where the carryover balance Who is responsible for them?” Ms.
will exceed $2 million...26.13 months of Fitzcharles replied that this is all in the
carryover. earliest stages, and that the engineer-
ing specifics are still being drawn up. “I
The only account where Ms. understand all that,” Councilor Wallace
Fitzcharles noted the potential of seri- answered, “...but my concern is... who
ous financial drag in the future is in is responsible, right now, for the storm
the Electricity account. As the costs of water that is completely crushed in
electricity continue to skyrocket, it is those two spots down by the C-Store?”
reflected in the carryover balances in Further discussion noted that details
the forecasts with declining balances. such as this would be hammered out
Expenditures began to exceed electrical at pre-construction meetings, and that
revenues in 2016, and this downward there is no indication that the engineers
trend is expected to continue through would saddle the village with the costs.
2022, making this an issue that Coun- Under suspended rules of reading,
cil will likely have to address in the near Council approved Ordinance 1005.
future.
Timothy can be reached at
Council heard two concerns from [email protected]
citizens, one being an impeded view of

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Library News

Paws To Read Returns To Evergreen Community
Swanton Public Library Library Open House

Paws to Read is back! This program combines kids, dogs, and books. Children
sign up to read aloud for 15 minutes to a certified therapy dog, who is happy just
to listen. Improve reading skills and have fun reading with a friendly dog at the
same time!

Australian shepherd Charlie will be here at 10:30 am on Saturdays, December
9 and 16. Kids can read to him in 15-minute slots; five slots are available for both
days. Slots can be shared for kids who want to come in together. Call, come in, or
visit our website to register.

For more information call 419-826-2760, visit the library’s website at http://
www.swantonpubliclibrary.org, or visit the library at 305 Chestnut Street in Swan-
ton.

Attend The Art of Cut Paper
At Stryker Branch Library

Adults are invited to attend the workshop, “The Art of Cut Paper” at the Stryker PHOTO PROVIDED
Branch Library on Thursday, November 30. Instructed by Mary Gaynier, the class
will run from 5:30 to 7:00 pm. There is no cost to attend, but you must preregis- 90 YEARS ... The Evergreen Community Library celebrated 90 years of community
ter by Friday, November 24. Class size is limited to 20 participants. The Stryker service with an open house on November 1st, 2017. The library is located at 253
Maple St. in Metamora.

Branch Library is located at 304 South Defiance Street. For more information, Senior Citizens Christmas Tea To
please call Connie Aeschliman at 419-682-5081.

Adult Coloring Class Be Held At The Stryker Library
At Edgerton Branch Library
The Stryker Branch Library will be holding its annual Senior Citizens Christmas
Attend Adult Coloring at the Edgerton Branch Library on Mondays, December Tea on Friday, December 08 from 10:00 to 11:00 am. Come out and enjoy a time of
04 and December 18. Stop in to the library any time throughout open hours and wonderful holiday fellowship! There will be refreshments, prizes, and entertainment
relax while coloring! Pictures and coloring utensils will be provided, but attendees brought to you by the Stryker Kindergarten class, who will be singing Christmas
are welcome to bring their own. The Edgerton Branch Library is located at 314 songs. Please register to attend as there is a limit of 20 spaces available for this
North Michigan Avenue. For more information, please contact Shanea Herman at event. Stop in to the library or call ahead to reserve your spot today.
419-298-3230.
This program is free to the public. To register, stop in to the Stryker Branch
Library, at 304 S. Defiance Street, or contact Connie Aeschliman at 419-682-5081.

Senior Citizens Christmas Stryker Branch Library To
Tea To Be Held At The Host Christmas Open House

Edgerton Branch Library Santa Claus is coming to the library! On Monday, December 4th jolly old Saint
Nick will be making a special appearance at the Stryker Branch Library’s “Christ-
mas Open House,” which runs from 5:00 to 6:30 pm. Children will have the op-
portunity to visit and share their Christmas wishes with Santa and Mrs. Claus!
There will also be live music, crafts, prizes, holiday movies playing, and Christmas
The Edgerton Branch Library will be holding a Senior Citizens Christmas Tea cookies with punch to snack on. Bring in your wish list and receive a special gift.
on Thursday, December 07 from 10:00 to 11:30 am. Come out and enjoy a time Parents don’t forget your cameras!
good company and holiday cheer! There will be food, coffee, tea, prizes and enter-
tainment! This event is free to the public and no registration is required to attend. This program is free to the public. The Stryker Branch Library is located at 304
The Edgerton Branch Library is located at 314 North Michigan Avenue. For more S. Defiance Street. For more information, contact Connie Aeschliman at 419-682-
information, please contact Shanea Herman at 419-298-3230. 5081.

Busy Fingers Craft Club Swanton Library Fall 2017 Storytime
At Edgerton Branch Library Classes For Preschool Age Children
On Tuesday mornings and Wednesday afternoons, Swanton Public Library of-
ATTENTION CRAFTERS!! The Edgerton Branch Library has a program just for fers the opportunity for your baby, toddler, or preschooler to have fun and learn
you, the Busy Fingers Craft Club! The group will meet on Thursdays, December 07 at the same time through weekly classes held at the library. The second six-week
and 21 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. All local crafters are welcome to join! Bring your craft session begins Tuesday, November 7 and continues through Wednesday, Decem-
project, whether it is cross stitching, crocheting, knitting, etc. for a relaxing couple ber 13. This session children can learn about all kinds of pets with the theme “THE
of hours of just stitching and chatting together. PETS YOU CAN GET.” Registration is not required for these programs.

The Edgerton Branch Library is located at 319 North Michigan Street. For more Program times and days are as follows:
information, contact Shanea Herman at 419-298-3230. • Once Upon a Story, for ages 3 to 5, meets on Tuesday mornings at 10:30 am
in the children’s program room.
Bingo For Books At • Tales for Tots, for babies and toddlers ages 6 months through 2 years old with
Edgerton Branch Library an attending adult, meets on Tuesday mornings at 10:30 am in the library com-
munity room.
• Once Upon a Story, for ages 1 to 5 (2 and under with attending adult), meets
on Wednesday afternoons at 4:30 pm in the children’s program room.
For more information, call 419-826-2760, visit our website at http://www.
swantonpubliclibrary.org, or visit us at 305 Chestnut Street in Swanton.

On Friday, December 08 the Edgerton Branch Library will be holding “Bingo for Edgerton Branch Library
Books” from 3:30 to 4:30 pm. Winners who get a Bingo get to choose a free book!
This event is open to kids ages 7 through 13, and is limited to 20 participants.
The Edgerton Branch Library is located at 319 North Michigan Avenue. For more

To Hold Holiday Open Houseinformation or to sign up, please call the library at 419-298-3230.
Build Your Own Gingerbread House You’re invited to the Holiday Open House at the Edgerton Branch Library on
Wednesday, December 13th from 5:30 pm to 7:00 p.m. Come join the fun and get
At The Edgerton Branch Library into the holiday spirit as you enjoy refreshments, create a holiday craft, and meet
Santa Clause! All ages are invited to attend. Make sure you stop out and take part
in an evening filled with laughter, cheer, and the Christmas spirit.
Come and build your very own Gingerbread House at the Edgerton Branch Li- This program is free to the public. This is a family event, so we ask that children
brary on Monday, December 18 from 5:00 to 7:00pm. You must pre-register as this be accompanied by an adult. The Edgerton Branch Library is located at 319 North
program is limited to 25 participants, or 1 Gingerbread House per family. Children Michigan Avenue. For more information, contact Shanea Herman at 419-298-3230.
under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Parents and grandparents
are encouraged to attend this event and take part in a fun, family friendly Christ-
mas tradition!
The Edgerton Branch Library is located at 314 North Michigan Avenue. For more

December Lego Club Scheduleinformation please contact Shanea Herman at 419-298-3230.
Adult Coloring Class For Edgerton Branch Library
The Edgerton Branch Library is inviting you to join the Lego Club!! Different
At Stryker Branch Library age groups will meet on designated Wednesdays, from 3:15-4:00 pm. The schedule
for December is as follows: Wednesday, December 06 – 2nd and 3rd Grade and
Attend an Adult Coloring Class at the Stryker Branch Library on Tuesday, No- Wednesday, December 13 – 4th and 5th Grade
vember 21 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Color Christmas pictures that will be put on
display at the library! Pictures and coloring utensils will be provided, but attendees Legos will be provided by the library. Please do not bring your own Legos, just
are welcome to bring their own. Refreshments will be served. Come and relax at the bring your creative minds. The Lego Club is a great way to encourage creativity and
library while coloring! team work amongst young children. It is the perfect program for kids who love to
build. So don’t hesitate, drop in and join the building fun! Children will not be al-
The Stryker Branch Library is located at 304 South Defiance Street. For more lowed to leave the library until a parent comes inside to pick them up. The Edgerton
information, please contact Connie Aeschliman at 419-682-5081. Branch Library is located at 319 North Michigan Avenue. For more information,
contact Shanea Herman at 419-298-3230.

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Hilltop JV Quiz Bowl Team Tops Montpelier Delta Middle Schools
Honors Local Veterans

By: James Pruitt
THE VILLAGE REPORTER

Several dozen local veterans attend-
ed a special assembly in their honor at
Delta Middle School Nov. 10.
The school’s 32-member student
council organized the annual event
which featured a breakfast and special
recognition of each branch and indi-
vidual awards. The event was emotional
as students and staff gave heartfelt ap-
plause as the veterans walked in and
out of the gym. The students served
as emcees, hosts and presenters of the
awards. They spent the past three weeks
making final preparations.
Several guest speakers including
Superintendent Ted Haselman, whose
own son has come home after his mili- PHOTO BY JAMES PRUITT, STAFF
tary duty ended, Principal Doug Ford,
who served for 20 years, former PDY ADDRESSING THE CROWD ... Superin-
staff member Tim Churchill, who told tendent Ted Haselman spoke about the
the students several ways they could veterans who served and for the families
“answer the call” and Dan Cummins of who live on with only memories. Hasel-
WTOL, who spoke about Honor Flights. man’s son has returned from his mili-
Student speakers included Carson tary service.
Chelsea, Ally Sprow, Justice Reckner
PHOTO BY TIMOTHY KAYS, STAFF and Chelsea Kirk. The seventh and cessional, “Gettysburg,” “Armed Forces
eighth-grade band performed the Pro- March,” and “American Patriot Salute.”
HILLTOP JVS TURN BACK MONTPELIER CHALLENGE ... On the afternoon of No-
vember 8, members of the Montpelier High School JV Quiz Bowl team traveled James can be reached at
[email protected]

eastward for head-to-head competition with their counterparts at Hilltop. The home
team was up to the challenge though, and sent Montpelier home on the strength of
a 27-20 decision. Representing Hilltop was Brianna Bell, Ben Wieland, Nash Kuney
and Teryn Ganster, with Jaret Dye, Bradey Blair, Lydia Grime, Chandler Byers and
Eric Short competing for Montpelier.

Williams County Relay
For Life Seeking Volunteers

The Williams County Relay for Life Committee is looking for a few good people to
join us. There are several positions available including Online, Team Development
and Retention, Logistics, and Survivorship. If you have been affected by cancer di-
rectly or indirectly, want to help fight cancer, or have enjoyed the Relay for Life and
would like to help out, please join us on Thursday, November 16th at 5:30 at the
Bryan Hospital, Room 2108A. Being on the committee is a great way to get involved
in the fight against cancer, get involved in your community, and work with great
people and great friends! We hope to see you there!”

Additional Library News

Evergreen Community Library HONORING VETERANS ... Delta Middle School hosted breakfast for local veterans
November Newsletter Nov. 10 just before an assembly where students honored them.

If you take a book, please bring a books are read, your child receives a
book to exchange. We will have a vol- new hardcover book to keep.
unteer periodically check the libraries During November children will be
to make sure items are available to ex- writing and sending letters to Santa at
change and that there are a variety of the children’s table. Santa will send a
books. We ask everyone to please re- letter in return. For National Picture
member that these are not a drop off Book Month come check out the display
center for library items. All items you of Mr. Martie’s favorite picture story
check out from the Evergreen Commu- books. Take a guess at the book cut up
nity Library must be returned to the in the jar for a chance to win a copy of
library. We do have an outside drop at that book.
the library for you convenience. Children grads 1-3 are invited to Kick
If you have a larger donation of books, It Up and Read. Read 20 hours on your
please call the library. Do not set a box own by Jan. 6, 2018 and receive a Ninja
or bag outside of the Little Free Libraries bookmark and an invitation to a Kinet-
as they books could become damaged. ic Fruit Ninja Tournament on Jan. 20,
Thank you Better World Books for mak- 2018. Meet Elsa and Anna before the
ing this grant possible. Metamora Holiday Parade on Dec. 3rd
Wednesday Wigglers on are Wednes- from 4-5pm. Play winter bingo , pin the DISPLAYS ... Patriotic artwork adorned the hallway at Delta Middle School leading
days at 10:30am for babies and toddlers nose on the snowman, make an Olaf, to an assembly where local veterans were honored Nov. 10.
36 months and younger and their care- and have a snack. Register by Novem-
givers. Ms. Beth will provide fun, music, ber 25th.
early literacy, and social interaction.
Story Time Classes are on Wednes-

Northwest Ohio Scholarshipdays at 10:30am for ages 3-5. Ms Marie
will have stories and fun activities. M&M Math is on November 18th
Twilight Tales are on Monday nights from 11am-12pm for grades 3-6. Chil-
dren will be graphing, addition, sub-
at 6:30pm. Children ages 3-5 are invited traction , multiplications, and division
to come sing, read, and learn with Ms with M&Ms. Lego Clubs will meet on Fund Announces Awards
Martie. Registration is required. November 25th from 10:30am-11:30am For 2107-18 School Year
for grades k-2 and grades 3-89. The 3D
Enroll your baby, toddler, or pre- printer will be available for the month of
schooler in 1,000 Books Before Kinder- November.
garten. Keep track of the books that ev-
eryone reads to your child with our easy Holiday ornament decorating is on
tracking log provided by the library. For November 27th from 5:30-7:30pm. Ma-
every 100 books you read, your child terials provides. Bring a snack to share. Sylvania, Ohio (November 9, 2017) and are required to pay a minimum of
can choose a small prize. When 1,000 Adults only. Contact karen.noward@ – The Northwest Ohio Scholarship $500 towards their tuition.
gmail.com for more information or call Fund has announced today that they
419-644-2771. have awarded a total of 670 scholar- Tom Konecny said this about his
ships including 219 new scholarships children’s NOSF scholarships to at-
tend St. Aloysius School, “The North-
for the 2017-2018 school year. The west Ohio Scholarship Fund provides
Edon Branch Library To eligibility scale for these scholarships our family with greater ownership in
is based on the National School Lunch our education thanks to the kind-
Host Christmas Open House Program and all of the families receiv- ness and generosity of others. It also
ing the scholarship are at the 270% strengthens our faith, as we regularly
poverty level or below. extend our prayerful support toward
The Northwest Ohio Scholarship those who support us, thus helping
Santa Claus is coming to the library! a door prize. Each child will also re- Fund (NOSF) provides privately fund- our children to realize that ultimately
On Sunday, December 03 jolly old ceive a book to take home, as well as a ed scholarships to students from low- everything good comes from above.
Saint Nick will be making a special ap- candy cane. Parents are encouraged to income families in grades K-8 to attend The scholarship is a true blessing and
pearance at the Edon Branch Library’s bring cameras to this event. Everyone a private school or for homeschool ex- we can’t thank NOSF and its support-
“Christmas Open House,” which runs is invited to enjoy an evening filled with penses. Students can receive up to ers enough.”
from 3:00 to 5:30 pm. Children will holiday cheer.
have the opportunity to visit and share This program is free to the public, $1,500 per year for tuition or $500 for Interested families can find more
their Christmas wishes with Santa, and and is in partnership with the Edon homeschool expenses. Families must information about the program and
decorate a gingerbread house! There Chamber of Commerce. The Edon reside in Allen, Crawford, Defiance, apply online on the NOSF website at
will be a limit of 3 per family. The li- Branch Library is located at 105 S. Erie, Fulton, Hancock, Henry, Huron, www.nosf.org. For more information
brary will be serving cookies, hot choc- Michigan Street. For more information, Lucas, Ottawa, Paulding, Putnam, please contact Ann Riddle, Executive
olate, and wassail punch to guests, and please contact library manager Cyndi Richland, Sandusky, Seneca, Van Director of the Northwest Ohio Schol-
will be giving away a giant stocking as Jewell at 419-272-2839. Wert, Williams, Wood and Wyandot arship Fund at (419) 720-7048.

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Archbold Chamber Of Commerce Honors Local Businesses

PHOTOS PROVIDED

4 UNDER 40 LEADERSHIP HONOREES ... Pictured left to right: Brian Huffman,
ConAgra Foods/ Michelle Kruse, Party Expressions/Videos Unlimited and NOESC/
Kirk Weldy, Watson and Weldy Financial Services/ Jesse Kahler, Archbold Evan-
gelical Church.
LEGACY AWARD ... Recipients were: Tony (left) and Phil Rupp of Rupp Furniture.

VILLAGE PRIDE ... Spirit of Archbold Recipients, Archbold Community Theater.
Corey Smeltzer, Treasurer accepting. AACC Board President, Chad Kruse on right.

10 YEAR AWARD ... Fusion Health and Fitness received a 10 Years Service Award. Make Reservations Now
Pictured left to right-Amy Krueger, Fusion team members Marsha Dowdy, Carrie
Wooley, Owner, Danielle Childs, Team members Bekah Graber and Jill Holdgreve.

For Holiday Lantern Tours

BRIGHT STAR AWARD ... Karla Ball, AACC Board President-Elect received the NO-
ACC Chamber Bright Star Award. L-R Amy Krueger. Executive Director, Karla Ball,
Corporate One Benefits, a Division of First Insurance Group and President-elect;
and Chad Kruse, owner of Part Expressions/Videos Unlimited and AACC Board
President.

North Central
Elementary First
Quarter Honor Roll

TOP CITIZEN ... Ed Leini- 4th Grade Honor Roll Ethan Beard PHOTO PROVIDED
nger, Archbold Lions Club Carter Eckley, Joe Burt
Citizen of the Year, for TOURS ... Archbold, OH – Reservations are now being accepted for the Holiday
2017. Ed works for Farm- Mackenzie Frame Alyson Cook Lantern Tours, “A 1920s Christmas” to be held November 25 and December 2, 8
ers & Merchants State Jess Hendricks Mireya Cruz and 9 at Sauder Village. There’s a new twist to the Holiday Lantern Tours this year
Bank and was a Village Lily McClanahan Samantha Cummins – offering guests an interactive look at the American Christmas Traditions of the
Councilman. Cailyn Meyers Alexa Dominguez 1920s. “We’re excited about the traditional stories, demonstrations and hands-on
Tyler Meyers Grecia Dominguez activities that will be offered during our 1920s Christmas Lantern Tours,” shared
Connor Gendron Kim Krieger, Media Relations. “We’re sure our guests will enjoy strolling through
Jennifer Ruvalcaba Zoe Guillemette the Historic Village to experience Christmas traditions of days gone by while creat-
Eric Sanchez Jonathon Hicks ing special memories with family and friends.” The flicker of a candle-lit lantern will
Braylon Kidston light the way as a costumed guide takes groups on a journey back to the 1920s.
Kenneth Smeltzer Martha Marmolejo Guests can help decorate the Grime family Christmas tree and frost cookies in the
Brenden Solano Ashlynn Martin kitchen all while learning about a family’s holiday experience in the 1928 Grime
Cohen Meyers Homestead. While spending time at the hub of Christmas shopping, the Elmira
Emily Sprow Edwards Middleton Depot, visitors can compile their wish-list with a 1922 Montgomery Ward Cata-
Addyson Turner Drake Niday logue, admire the sparkle and dazzle of the feather tree, play with the latest 1920s
Gwen Oxender games and toys, and marvel at the beautiful and intricate designs of some holiday
5th Grade Honor Roll Paige Oxender greeting cards. Guests can help act out The Night Before Christmas in the District
Lucy Cadena 16 Schoolhouse. There is also an opportunity for everyone to make a Christmas
Ben Pettit novelty in the Tin Shop and sing 1920s Christmas Carols in St. Mark’s Lutheran
Krimson Carnicom Kira Raabe Church. The Sauder Village Gift Shop, Lauber’s General Store and Herb Shop will
Star Cruz Christopher Ruvalcaba all be open during the Lantern Tours for holiday shopping. Guests may also want to
Lila Semer consider making it a weekend get-away with an overnight stay at the Sauder Heri-
Talen Denstedt Darbi Stewart tage Inn with the Holiday Lantern Tour Package. “A 1920s Christmas” Holiday Lan-
Alizabeth Pilmore Emma Taylor tern Tours last approximately 90 minutes and are repeated every half hour from
Jake Turner 4:30-8:00 p.m. Tour dates are November 25, December 2, 8, and 9 and the cost
Nate Ridell Ava VanAuken is $13.00 for adults and $7.00 for children (ages 3 and up). Member discounts are
Koner Rummel Charles VanderHorst II available. Pre-registration is required for this evening program at Sauder Village.
Fred Schofield Davis White Call or visit the Sauder Village website to register. For more information about Holi-
Ethan Wickham day Lantern Tours or planning a visit to Sauder Village call 800.590.9755 or visit
Aiden Scott www.saudervillage.org, like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter and Instagram.
Trenton Turner
Madeline Zimmerman

6th Grade Honor Roll
Katelyn Balser

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Eagle Awards Presented At ADAMhs Board & NAMI Partner To
North Central Elementary School Provide Mental Health Training For Police

PHOTO PROVIDED Seventeen law enforcement officers of family members and persons with a
from nine different departments recent- mental illness who explain how they act
AWARD WINNERS ... Each quarter, the Eagle Awards at North Central Elementary ly graduated from the fall Crisis Inter- and respond to others when they aren’t
School are given to 4th-6th graders who show outstanding character in the class- vention Team (CIT) training, sponsored doing well. The panelists also explain
room. The recipients shown in the front row, left to right, are Wayne Cummings, by the Four County ADAMhs Board and how they would like to be treated and
Courtney Ames, Alyson Cook, Kallie Kindinger, Lucy Cadena, and Kirian Mercer. NAMI Four County. interact with others, including law en-
Staff members in the back row, left to right, are Casey Sumner, Abbie Apple, Barb forcement.
Waldron, Mary Smith, Niki Blake, Lisa Blue, Angie Beauregard, Sara Traxler, and This was the ninth training that the
Patrick Doty. ADAMhs Board has coordinated in the During the week, participants learn
last seven years. A total of 133 law en- that the assertive skills and approaches
Swanton Schools Recognized For forcement officers from area police and that police officers have been trained to
Outreach To Military Families sheriff departments as well as proba- use in a crisis will often make a crisis
tion and corrections officers have been involving a mentally ill person worse.
By: James Pruitt receive the Purple Star Award for their trained in techniques that have been The CIT program was developed a num-
THE VILLAGE REPORTER commitment to serving military-con- proven effective for de-escalating crisis ber of years ago by the NAMI affiliate in
nected students and families. situations involving mentally ill per- Memphis, Tennessee and the Memphis
A former assistant principal’s effort sons. During the week-long training, a police department following an inci-
to reach out and help military families “A supportive school environment variety of mental health topics are pre- dent involving a mentally ill person that
in the area has earned an award for can have a significant impact on our sented to help participants recognize ended tragically. Today, the program is
Swanton Middle School. military-connected students,” said Su- when they are dealing with a situation widely used to teach police how to safely
perintendent DeMaria. “These Purple that may involve someone with a mental and humanely handle calls that involve
The school was one of eight in Ohio Star schools provide our children and illness and understand how mental ill- someone who is mentally ill.
to receive a Purple Star Award for their families with the resources they need to nesses are treated as well as the types
commitment to serving military-con- be successful. We’re thankful for their of medications that may be prescribed. With more than 130 law enforcement
nected students and families. Principal service and honored to continue the im- officers now trained in CIT in Defiance,
Mark Smith said former assistant princi- portant work of improving services for Drena Teague with the Four County Fulton, Henry and Williams counties,
pal Tim Ford started the program before Ohio’s military families.” ADAMhs Board has coordinated all of family members or friends of a loved one
he left for another job. Ford was serving the CIT trainings. She said a lot of time with a mental illness are encouraged
in the military as well. The school has a The Purple Star Award for military is spent explaining and demonstrat- to tell the police when they need help
“pretty good number of students” with friendly schools recognizes schools ing how someone with a mental illness if the situation involves someone with
ties to the 180th Fighter Wing of the that show a major commitment to serv- behaves when they are experiencing a a mental illness and to request a CIT-
Ohio Air National Guard, Smith said. ing students and families connected to mental health crisis. The instructors’ trained officer if the department has one
“We give them resources and I serve as a the nation’s armed forces. Purple Star presentations are supported by panels on duty.
liaison,” Smith said. “If they need some awardees receive a special Purple Star
help I get them to the right places. We recognition to display in their buildings. TRAINING ... Fall 2017 CIT participants from Defiance, Montpelier and Napoleon
are pretty proud of it.” The Purple Star Advisory Board, formed police departments. Front row, from left: Defiance Police Department Patrolman
by the Ohio departments of Education, Spencer Hastedt, Lt. Scott Campbell, Patrolman Garrett Roth and Patrolman Eric
The school has received a letter of Higher Education, Veterans Services Nicely. Back row, from left: CIT training instructor Napoleon Police Chief David
thanks from the base commander, but and Adjutant General, helps decide Mack, Montpelier police reserve Patrolman Logan DeWitt, Napoleon Police Patrol-
nothing as big as the Purple Star, Smith eligibility. A Purple Star school will re- man Robert Lipscomb, and CIT training instructor Tonie Long, Four County AD-
said. The other schools to receive the ceive the designation for two years. Af- AMhs Board. Not pictured from the Napoleon police department are Justin Ruffer
Purple Star Award are :Beverly Gardens ter two years, the school must reapply. and Jim Augustine.
Elementary School (Mad River Local The Purple Star emblem was selected
Schools, Montgomery County); Caldwell because purple symbolizes support for PHOTOS PROVIDED
High School (Caldwell Exempted Village military families.
Local Schools, Noble County);Hamilton GRADUATES ... Fall 2017 CIT participants from the Fulton County Sheriff’s of-
Township High School (Hamilton Local There are 34,000 children in Ohio fice and Hicksville, Wauseon, Fayette, Archbold and Swanton police departments.
Schools, Franklin County); Liberty Mid- with one or more parents serving in the Front row, from left: Sgt. Mark Robinson and Deputies Jay Dettmer, Kelly Kunesh,
dle School (Olentangy Local Schools, military. This includes the children of all with the Fulton County Sheriff’s office. Back row, from left: Hicksville Police
Delaware County);Oak Harbor Middle active duty, reserve and Ohio National Sgt. Monica Herman, CIT training coordinator Drena Teague, Four County AD-
School (Benton-Carroll-Salem Local Guard members. Some of these children AMhs Board; Wauseon Police Lt. John Roof, Fayette Police Chief Jason Simon,
Schools, Ottawa County);Swanton Mid- will attend six to nine different schools Archbold Police Patrolman Gary Allred, Swanton Police Patrolman James Brazeau
dle School (Swanton Local Schools, Lu- throughout their K-12 educational expe- II, and CIT training instructor Brenda Byers, Recovery Services of Northwest Ohio.
cas County);Trebein Elementary School riences. In addition to changing schools
(Beavercreek City Schools, Greene often, a student also can be affected by
County);Wooster High School (Wooster a parent’s deployment. Schools can help
City Schools, Wayne County). students and families face these issues
by connecting them with the resources
In a celebration at Hamilton Town- they need.
ship High School, State Superintendent
of Public Instruction Paolo DeMaria an- James can be reached at
nounced the first eight Ohio schools to [email protected]

“THE VILLAGE REPORTER”

WEEKLY COMMUNITY CALENDAR

NOVEMBER 17TH, 2017 - NOVEMBER 23RD, 2017

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 17TH The Craving 2:00 PM •Wauseon City Council 5:00 PM
•Wauseon High School presents •Hilltop High School presents •Hilltop School Board 6:00 PM
•Edgerton Village Council 7:00 PM
The Craving 7:00 PM In the Hood 3:00 PM
•Hilltop High School presents TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 21ST
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 20TH •Fulton County Commissioners Meeting 9:00 AM
In the Hood 7:00 PM •Williams County Commissioners Meeting 9:00 AM
•North Central School board 6:30 PM
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 18TH •Delta Village Council 7:00 PM
•Wauseon High School presents •Archbold Village Council 7:00 PM WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 22ND
•Archbold School Board 5:00 PM •Fayette Village Council 6:00 PM
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In the Hood 7:00 PM •Metamora Village Council 8:00 PM
•Montpelier Olde Tyme Holiday Gathering •Stryker School Board 5:30 PM

See page 19 for details •Edon Village Council 7:00 PM
•Bryan City Council 7:00 PM
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 19TH
•Wauseon High School presents

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North Central Elementary Students Honor Local Veterans With Special Assembly

PHOTOS BY FORREST CHURCH, STAFF

Rotary News

Archbold Rotary Hears Rapid Upcoming
Changes In Insurance Industry

PHOTO PROVIDED

GUEST SPEAKER ... 1981 Archbold graduate David Gautsche (right), current pres-
ident of Goodville/German Mutual Insurance, returned to Archbold to tell Rotar-
ians that changes in technology will force fairly rapid changes for the insurance
industry that has traditionally been slow to change. He explained his thoughts in
some detail using the example of self-driving cars that he said will be offered for
sale by 2025, if not sooner. He noted that by 2040 self-driving vehicles could ac-
count for 75 percent of all traffic on the road. Since cars (or car manufacturers),
not drivers, will be responsible for safe highway driving, he said car manufacturers
will sell the insurance for the cars that they make. For Goodville, where vehicle
insurance accounts for 35 percent of its business, the company needs to figure out
how to replace that line of business now. Self-driving vehicles will also affect other
businesses, he said. Truck drivers will be a thing of the past along with cab driv-
ers. Car dealers will sell fewer automobiles as self-driving cars deliver people to
work, drive home and then return to pick up the owners after work. Consequently,
more than one family member can use the same vehicle. Smart technology will
extend to all types of home monitoring from climate control to monitoring water
usage to detect possible water line breaks. He suggested new insurance demand
will be created to cover cyber-risk threats as well as drones that may crash into
and damage other people’s property. Gautsche also explained that climate change
is causing 100 year events to occur with such frequency and intensity that in the
last six months these events have caused damages approaching $400 billion. This
will affect insurance rates for everyone to some extent -- even those who don’t live
in areas most affected by monster storms, wild fires, mud slides or flooding as re-
insurance rates will go up for insurance companies. He said those companies that
plan now and look for opportunities as a result of technology driven changes will
do much better than those that wait and react. The program was arranged by Brad
Rupp.

Local Musician Guest
At Stryker Rotary

PHOTO PROVIDED

SINGER SONGWRITER ... Glen Wright spoke to the Stryker Rotary Club about his
experiences with music. His band is called “The Changing Elements Band”. Most
of the local performances are done with three musicians, but they have performed
in larger settings with as many as seven band members. Glen is also a song writer
and has been encouraged by many people who told him they can relate to the
songs he has written. He has been blessed to have worked with some very talented
people. Those same people have encouraged him to continue his work. Glen has
found ways to tell stories through song and has found those songs resonate with
many people who listen. The band has held several recording sessions and is plan-
ning more for the future. Glen, on the left, is pictured with Stryker Rotarian, and
Mother-in-Law Wendy Koch.

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Area FFA Members Earn Degrees

By: James Pruitt Knepper, Ethan Douglass,
THE VILLAGE REPORTER Pettisville – Chrysta Nicole Beck,
Wauseon- Cody Spiess - job place-
Several area school districts were
represented at the 2017 National FFA ment at Rorick Trucking and had breed-
Convention’s handing out of FFA de- ing donkeys; Claudia Weber - Chicken
grees. SAE and working at Ruby’s Greenhouse
and Chief Supermarkets; Sara Ruf-
Recipients of FFA degrees are listed enacht – dairy feeder cattle and work-
by community: ing at Pettisville Meats; Mason Creager -
corn and soybean fields; Abby Schumnk
Archbold- Lauren Elizabeth Stuckey, - dairy feeder cattle and working at ACE
Jessica Autumn Rufenacht, Brandon Hardware and Emily Franklin - market
Goering, hogs and working at Chief Supermar-
kets
Edgerton – Isaac Joseph Schroeder,
Nathan Steele Nye, Chase Robert Mc- Star in Agriscience – Chrysta Beck,
Clellan, Hanna Marie Herman, Pettisville.

Edon - Crista Lynn Wortkoetter, Jacob Dennis, Pettisville, Star in
Preston Thiel, Tyler William Seaman, Agriscience finalist
Hayden Michael Runyan, Carley Jean
Muhlfeld, James can be reached at
[email protected]
North Central-Dakota Pitts, Adam

Fulton County Sportsmens Club
Presents Veteran’s Day Pheasant Hunt

On Nov. 11, nearly two dozen veter- various fields around Fulton county to
ans from the local area participated in begin the hunt. Jack Gilsdorf, an Army
a free Veteran’s Day Pheasant Hunt to veteran of 13 years, harvested the first
honor their service to the country. bird of the day. Gilsdorf served at Fort
Bragg, North Carolina, and he was ex-
The Fulton County Sportsmen Club cited to be part of the hunt. “This is the
and the Fulton County Chapter of first pheasant I have shot since I was 12
Pheasants Forever sponsored the event. years old.” According to Gilsdorf, every-
A grant from the Ohio Division of Wild- one in his four man group got at least
life paid for the 75 male pheasants used one bird. Ruger said a few dozen birds
in the hunt. Ammunition, orange hunt- were taken during the three hour hunt.
er caps, guides, and bird dogs were pro-
vided to the 22 veterans who participat- By noon, the veterans returned to
ed in the event. The veterans brought the Sportsmen Clubhouse for a chance
only a valid hunting license and their to swap stories about the hunt, and
own shotgun to the hunt. No fee was they received a warm lunch of chili with
charged to the veterans. pies for dessert.

According to the FCSC president, “This was really a group effort to
Greg Ruger, this was the first time the salute the veterans in the area,” Ru-
hunt has taken place. “We thought a ger commented after the hunt. The
pheasant hunt would be a unique way landowners Kevin and Roland Dema-
to thank our local vets for their service line, Chris Grime, Kenny Frey and
to America.” Whether or not this be- Mark Dopp allowed the pheasants to
comes an annual event has not been be placed on their property before the
determined yet, but the veterans who hunters walked their fields to flush the
attended were appreciative of the efforts birds. “I want to thank the landown-
of the FCSC members and the Pheas- ers, the members of the Fulton Coun-
ants Forever chapter. ty Chapter of Pheasants Forever and
everyone in the Sportsmen Club who
The day began at 7:30 with a hearty helped make this hunt possible. Most
breakfast served at the Sportsmen of all, I want to thank all veterans for
Clubhouse where the veterans met their service to our country.”
and were divided into smaller groups.
By 9:00, the groups were positioned in By Tim Friend

PHOTO COURTESY OF TIM FRIEND

PHEASANT HUNT ... Jack Gilsdorf, (left) an Army veteran, claims the first pheasant
of the day. On the right, Brian Mitchell of the Fulton County Chapter of Pheas-
ants Forever holds the bird. Mitchell acted as guide and dog handler for Gilsdorf’s
group.

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419-485-3147 Montpelier OH, 43543
www.winzelerstamping.com

419-924-5210 ARCHBOLD pm. Children will have the opportunity to visit and share
www.bgoutdoorpower.com their Christmas wishes with Santa and Mrs. Claus! There
NOVEMBER 24 - Beginning at 4:30pm, join us downtown for will also be live music, crafts, prizes, holiday movies playing,
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. a live ice carving, pictures with Santa, and live carolers. Visit and Christmas cookies with punch to snack on. The Stryker
Saturday 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Santa before the Parade of Lights at 4:45-6pm at the Holly Branch Library is located at 304 S. Defiance Street. At 6:30
Jolly Christmas Shop, N. Defiance St. Then, revel in the pm, the Village of Stryker is having a tree lighting ceremony
1248 E. Main • Montpelier, OH colorful sights: lighted floats, bands, decorated cars, trucks, with hot chocolate and carols at the Village Hall.
419-485-3181 • fax 419-485-8329 and tractors, and local groups showing off festive creativity.

www.drivefordlincoln.com BRYAN SWANTON

255 Co. Rd. R • Napoleon, Ohio 43545 NOVEMBER 24 - Santa arrives! The parade route will begin DECEMBER 2 - The day starts with a parade at 10:30 am
Phone: 419-599-5180 at the Parkview Physicians Group move east on High Street, with activities for the whole family following at Swanton High
Fax: 419-592-5180 turn south on Main Street, West on Butler St. ending at the School. Santa will be on hand for photos throughout the day
corner of Lynn & Butler St. Santa will be in his Bryan House at the High School.
Email:[email protected] Tuesday and Thursdays from 6-8 pm and December 16, 17,
www.casindustries.com 23, 24 from 2-4 pm. WAUSEON

Determined to become a world class DELTA NOVEMBER 25 - The parade includes a visitation by Santa
supplier with first-rate Associates Claus and a stop at the Depot for a visit. The parade features,
DECEMBER 9 - 5:00 pm tree lighting, Christmas caroling, bands, horses, carriages and twirlers. The line up for the
Kumi North America Group and refreshments followed by a parade at 6:00 pm. Snacks parade will again be at the Detwiler lot behind the Fulton
with Santa to follow at memorial hall. County Health Department beginning at 6:00 pm. The pa-
West Unity, Ohio DECEMBER 18 - 22 - Santa will be staying in good ol’ Delta, rade route begins at South Park traveling north on South
Ohio the week of December 18-22. Be sure to visit him at the Fulton Street, crossing the tracks to North Fulton Street, and
Santa cabin on the corner of Main & Monroe. turning west on West Oak Street, and south again at Clinton
Street. The parade makes a final turn to the west onto De-
EDGERTON pot Street where Santa will stop to visit parade guests at the
Wauseon Depot.
DECEMBER 2 - Santa Stops by Edgerton! Santa will be at
the Village Hall, 324 N Michigan Ave, Edgerton, OH 43517, NOVEMBER 6 - DECEMBER 2 - The Wauseon Public Library
on from 9-11am. Come visit Santa, take a picture and grab a is participating in the annual Christmas Cheer Program of-
goodie bag! Enjoy everyone’s company as you take in simple fered through the Wauseon FFA Chapter and FFA Chapters
refreshments of milk and cookies. of Fulton County. You may drop off a new, unwrapped toy
DECEMBER 13 - You’re invited to the Holiday Open House with an approximate value of $15, during regular library
at the Edgerton Branch Library on Wednesday, December hours or you may make a monetary donation to this wonder-
13th from 5:30 pm to 7:00 p.m. Come join the fun and get ful program. We thank you for donations and we wish every-
into the holiday spirit as you enjoy refreshments, create a one a safe and happy holiday!
holiday craft, and meet Santa! All ages are invited to attend.
Make sure you stop out and take part in an evening filled WEST UNITY
with laughter, cheer, and the Christmas spirit. This program
is free to the public. This is a family event, so we ask that DECEMBER 2 - Parade starts at 9:30 am, pictures with San-
children be accompanied by an adult. The Edgerton Branch ta start at 10:00 am at the West Unity Library. Crafts and
Library is located at 319 North Michigan Avenue. snacks available. Bring donations of non perishables and toi-
letries for local food pantries.

EDON

DECEMBER 2 - Santa will be at the Edon State Bank on
from 10-noon and at the library’s open house . Tree lighten-
ing at the drive thru bank.

20/20 Custom Molded DECEMBER 3 - Santa Claus will be making a special ap- www.oberlinturnbull.com
Plastics, LTD pearance at the Edon Branch Library’s from 3:00 to 5:30 THOMAS L. TURNBULL
pm. Children will have the opportunity to visit and share
Ronald E. Ernsberger their Christmas wishes with Santa, and decorate a ginger- Funeral Director
PRESIDENT bread house! There will be a limit of 3 per family. The library [email protected]
will be serving cookies, hot chocolate, and wassail punch to
14620 Selwyn Drive - Holiday City, Ohio guests, and will be giving away a giant stocking as a door 800.262.3139 41491.99.62346..93123090 419.924.9200
419-485-2020 prize. Each child will also receive a book to take home, as BRYAN • SHERWOOD • HAMILTON • WEST UNITY
well as a candy cane. Parents are encouraged to bring cam-
Cell: 419-770-2020 eras to this event. The Edon Branch Library is located at 105 201 S. STATE ST., PIONEER • 419-737-2320
S. Michigan Street.
[email protected] Santa and Mrs. Clause
FAYETTE
Artesian of Pioneer will be at the
NOVEMBER 25 - Santa and Mrs. Clause to be at the Fayette
50 Industrial Ave • Pioneer, OH Opera House, Saturday, November 25, 2017. Children and Fayette Opera House
AOPWATER.COM their parents should gather at the Normal Memorial Library
at 9:30 a.m. for some fun activities. At 10:00 a.m. Santa and Saturday, November 25, 2017 - 10 am - 1 pm
s y s t e m s® 419-485-8373 Mrs. Claus will arrive in style and lead the parade from the
Library to the Fayette Opera House, where the children can Children and their parents should gather at the
14020 US Hwy 20A • MONTPELIER, OH 43543-9347 visit with Santa, decorate cookies and enjoy hot chocolate. Normal Memorial Library at 9:30 a.m. for some fun
Santa and Mrs. Claus will visit with the children from 10:00 activities. At 10:00 a.m. Santa and Mrs. Claus will
am until 1:00 pm. Parents/Grandparents are welcome to arrive in style and lead the parade from the Library
take pictures of their children with Santa and Mrs. Claus. to the Fayette Opera House, where the children can
This event is free and open to the public.
visit with Santa, decorate cookies and enjoy hot
LYONS chocolate.

DECEMBER 9 - Please join the Village of Lyons for our 28th Parents/Grandparents are welcome to take
annual Christmas Parade! We are hoping you will come and pictures of their children with Santa and Mrs. Claus.
join the festivities. Line-up for the parade will begin at 4:30
pm at Community Park. The parade will begin at 5:30 pm This event is free and open to the public.
and will proceed through town to Lyons Fire Department
where Santa will be waiting to greet one and all. There will be Sponsored by the Fayette CDC
cookies and hot chocolate served.

METAMORA

DECEMBER 3 - Lighted Holiday Parade 5:30pm. Parade
lineup at Buckeye Dr. near Parker-Hannifin at 5pm. Parade
goes through the Village of Metamora stopping in front of the
Metamora State Bank to light the Community Tree and then
continues on Maple St. Santa will light the tree and then
head to the Metamora -Amboy Fire Department for pictures
and refreshments. Hot chocolate and cookies will be served
at the Metamora State Bank before and during the parade.

MONTPELIER

NOVEMBER 18 - Montpelier’s Olde Tyme Holiday Gathering
with events all day with lighted parade at 6:00 which marks
Santa’s arrival. See page 19 for details.

PIONEER

DECEMBER 3 - Mark your calendar and bring your kids to
see Santa from 11 AM - 2 PM at the American Legion Post
307, 107 W. 1st Street, Pioneer, Ohio 43554. We will be ac-
cepting non-perishable food items to help our local food pan-
try. After the children visit with Santa and receive a gift they
are welcome to Milk and a Cookie while supplies last. New
this Year we will have a table set up so you children can
make Reindeer food to put out on Christmas Eve along with
Santa’s Milk and Cookies.

STRYKER

DECEMBER 4 - Santa Claus will be making a special ap-
pearance at the Stryker Branch Library’s from 5:00 to 6:30

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Bryan High School Production Of “Alice In Wonderland”
Unites Technology With Exceptional Performances

By: Timothy Kays PHOTOS BY TIM KAYS, STAFF
THE VILLAGE REPORTER
For over 150 years now, people have been slapping la-
bels and hypotheses upon Lewis Carroll’s “Alice’s Adven-
tures in Wonderland.” Some have credited the story with
the beginnings of surrealism, and some have speculated
that the characters in the book are based upon actual
figures of the day, including British Prime Minister Ben-
jamin Disraeli. These are things best left to those who
are still trying to determine why a raven is like a writing
desk. For the rest of us who see the entertainment value
of twisted logic, and conversations with rabbits and cat-
erpillars, there were three opportunities to slip the grip of
reality, and join Alice as she slid down the rabbit hole in
the Bryan High School production of the Brainerd Duff-
ield adaptation of “Alice in Wonderland.”
Staged at the Bryan Arts and Education Auditorium
on November 10, 11 and 12, this production brought to-
gether some exceptional theatrical performances, amidst
a backdrop of animated enhancements utilizing dual
scrims and projected computerized animations. The
technological advancements made scene changes almost
seamless, while keeping the attention of the audience riv-
eted upon the stage. A considerable amount of ‘imagi-
neering’ was in order to pull this off; everyone from the
crews to the actors themselves had to up their game to
the next level...and they did so with nary a hitch. With an
animated backdrop as a part of the set, the entire stage
became the proverbial ‘looking glass’, giving reality to the
surrealism being played out in front. Factor into the mix
the performances of the actors, and the magic carpet ride
of over 90 minutes seemed like just ten...the mark of a
quality production.
Eli Hageman turned in an excellent performance as
Alice, balancing well the worries of a child being lost in
a strange land, and the assertiveness to defy and stay
ahead of the perpetually angry Queen of Hearts, well por-
trayed by Jordan Drinnon. In a small cast production,
pulling a double role often means that the quality of both
characters will suffer. Not here. Not in the least. Tasked
with two substantial roles, Kollin Klingler turned in two
excellent performances as the White Rabbit, and later as
Humpty Dumpty. Brittany Rosendaul did the same as
the White Queen and the Gryphon, as did Logan Psurney
as the Dormouse and the Mock Turtle. Jonathan Roberts
was splendid as the Mad Hatter, and the entire cast put
on a show that was more than just memorable.
Director Betsy Zuver and Assistant Director Heather
Teegarden deserve considerable commendation for bring-
ing together a first rate production team, a five piece
chamber orchestra, a group of magicians that called
themselves crew members, and a talented, well rehearsed
cast. Together, they took the audience on a short but en-
tertaining vacation into the surreal, and did not allow a
return to reality until the final curtain calls.
They say that time flies when you’re having fun. This
performance proved that old axiom to be 100 percent cor-
rect.

Timothy can be reached at [email protected]

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Internships Created Through Defiance Special Olympics Of Williams County
College & Defiance Area YMCA Partnership Competes In State Team Bowling

On Sunday, October 22, 2017 six pel scored 180, and Kim Zuver scored
bowlers from the Special Olympics of 199 with a total team score of 709
Williams County headed to Columbus to placed 5th in their division. Each team
participate in the State Team and Pair and pair was able to play two games on
Bowling Tournament. Jeremiah Brace a cross over play, where all people bowl
with a score of 201 and Scot Thomas one round, then switch to the next lane
with a score of 220 played as a pair, for and bowl again, it goes back and forth.
a total score of 421 and placed 3rd in This tournament was called the Special
their division. Kevin Herr scored 183, Olympics of Ohio Eugene Meyer Memo-
Kristen Herman scored 147, Steve Kim- rial State Team Bowling Tournament.

PHOTO PROVIDED

INTERN PROGRAM ... Tina Draine, Marketing and Communications Director of the
Defiance Area YMCA; DC students Kenny Jones, Toledo, Ohio; Reed Guerin, Boyn-
ton Beach, Fla.; Jacob Bickel, Fort Wayne, Ind.; Brooke Waidelich, Wauseon, Ohio;
and Jake Rubio, Wellness Director of the Defiance Area YMCA.

DEFIANCE, Ohio – This summer, the terns “went above and beyond.” He noted PHOTO PROVIDED
Defiance Area YMCA put together a pro- that the students were eager to learn.
gram for personal training and group “They seem to really invest in the people BOWLERS ... The team of Scot Thomas, left, and Jeremiah Brace came home with
exercise classes that were conducted they train,” Rubio added. Those that the a 3rd place finish.
by Defiance College interns. Those who interns trained gave only positive feed-
participated were Reed Guerin, Boynton back for their trainers’ efforts. SPECIAL OLYMPICS BOWLING ... Kristen Herman, Kevin Herr, volunteer lane
Beach, Fla.; Jacob Bickel, Fort Wayne, monitor, Steve Kimple, and Kim Zuver placed 5th.
Ind.; Kenny Jones, Toledo, Ohio; Jen- For her internship, Brooke Waid-
nifer Repka, Toledo, Ohio; and TJ Scott, elich, education major, conducted a day Hilltop Elementary Announces
Cincinnati, Ohio. Brooke Waidelich, camp for kids ages 7-13, planning crafts, Honor Roll For First Nine Weeks
Wauseon, Ohio, helped with a separate Y games, and snacks in the Y youth center.
internship for youth day camp. Each week of the camp had a different Mrs. VanArsdalen – 3A Lindee Lammon, Micah Nofziger, Gia-
theme. The Y staff indicated it can be dif- Kyrah Ames, *Kelsy Connolly, Brennan da Rising, Cameron Schlosser, Landon
The Summer Fitness Challenge was ficult to find personal trainers with pro- Dempsey, Anthony Esser, *Halle Jones, Stuckey
a six week program of two sessions per fessional education/training, and having Gyllyan Proper
week. It was created during the typically- the student interns with college training Mr. Hurd – 5B
slow summer months to bring more peo- had been helpful. All workouts were cre- Mrs. Goosman – 3B *Carson Crossgrove, *Devin Dempsey,
ple to the YMCA. Around fifteen signed ated by interns then submitted for ap- *Maggie Altman, Riley Carter, Caiden *Brock Kesler, Eden Mahlman, *Brooke
up for the program, which also involved proval before being administered to the Hartzell, *Myah Higgins, *Aaden Judy, Moreland, Conner Sanders, *Savannah
group exercise. clients. Grace Miller Ross-Yocklin, *Alaina Russell, *Eleana
VanArsdalen
DC’s partnership with the Y started Tina Draine, Marketing and Commu- Mr. Leu – 4A
when Sally Bissell, Director of Career nications Director of the Y, said that, as *Isabella Ackley, Austin Ankney, Scott Mrs. Parrott – 6A
Development, communicated with the a nonprofit community organization, the Bowers, Kayleigh Christian, Leo Cullis, Anthony Eckenrode, Taryn Gillespie,
Defiance Area YMCA that several DC Y tries to keep costs down, and with the Molly Dickinson, Wyatt Krueger, *McK- Kristopher Hansen, Mason Siegel, Ty-
students were seeking internships. The additional student intern help, they were enna Mayer, *Brynn Rodriguez, Blake son Williamson
process included an orientation day for able to offer this programming. Accord- Tarkington, *Joseph Williams
the interns, preparing packets of begin- ing to Rubio, the Y was not expecting to
ner workouts for participants, and de- have so many persons sign up for the ini-
signing workouts for the participants. tial program. He said winter fitness pro-
In addition, some of the interns worked grams generally have a bigger response
with youth ages 8-16 on a condition- than summer. He said most of those who
ing program for youth athletics, help- signed up for the first summer program
ing them to increase speed and agility. indicated they planned to do a second
Each intern was required to perform 120 program. “With the help of these stu-
hours for their internship. dents, we’ve gained a lot,” he said.

Senior Reed Guerlin’s internship fo- “We have a wonderful partnership
cused on personal training. His ma- with Defiance College,” said Draine. “The
jor is exercise science. “It taught me to students are very engaged with members
work with a diverse population, figuring and non-members. They all are very re-
out what they can or can’t do,” he com- spectful and pleasant. Sally did a great
mented. “Some people we work with may job helping create the Summer Fitness
have a physical handicap.” Jacob Bickel, Challenge.” Appreciation of the partner-
also an exercise science major, wants to ship goes both ways, as the students
be a physical therapist after graduation. gained valuable hands-on experience in
“The internship taught me organization their fields.
and time management,” he said. Kenny
Jones, a sport management major, said For information on the Defiance Area
it taught him to work with a variety of YMCA and its programs, visit www.de-
people. He enjoyed encouraging others to fianceymca.org. Defiance College, char-
work out. tered in 1850, is an independent, lib-
eral arts institution in Northwest Ohio
Other students involved in the Sum- offering more than 40 undergraduate
mer Fitness Challenge internship were programs of study as well as graduate
Jennifer Ripka, exercise science major, programs in education and business.
and TJ Scott, sport management ma- Defiance College has received national
jor. The participants came from a wide recognition for its educational experience
age range from 20’s to 60’s. Jake Rubio, of service and engagement. The college
Wellness Director of the Y, said the in- website is www.defiance.ed

Edon Local Schools Mrs. Tanner – 4B Mr. Geis – 6B
First Nine Weeks Honor Rolls *Drew Bailey, Ashlynn Davis, *Keegan Dalton Bauer, Marissa Bennett, *Cade
Deck, Brycen Grubbs, Hayden JoHant- Brenner, Brian Burrowes, Jacob Dun-
Edon High School High Honor Roll Edon High School gen, Brooklynn Kuszmaul, Anthony Pel- sworth, Grant Girrell, Ingrid Hoffman,
(3.5 GPA or above) Four County Students land, *Kenley Routt, Arend Schuurman, *Joscelyn Layman, *Shealyn Mar-
Honor Roll 1st 9 weeks 2017-18 *Lakota Siegel, *Morgan Smith, Aiden tin, *Emily Serrano, *Dylan Siebena-
1st 9 weeks 2017-18 Stover, Addison Whitman ler, *Alora Siegel, *Emma Smith, Dylan
Tressler, *AJ Wade, Kenzie Weber, Sa-
Seniors-Logan Bloir, Jacklyn Dar- Mrs. Steffes – 5A vanah Westfall, *Maggie Wheeler
Korben Ames, Libbie Baker, Caleb Bow-
ers, *Julia Dickinson, Brian Guillen, * denotes all A’s

gitz, Cort Eicher, Hanna Fogel, Emily Seniors-Kati Ewers, Sara Frantom,
Chandler Howard, Brady Matthews,
Juniors- Kyle Apger, Schyler Berg-

man, Jacob Clark, Shelby Moran, Tyler
Fox, Sara Hiller, Lucas Joice, Cameron
Lord, Shalyn Mason, Logan Matthews,

Stryker Announces StudentKailee Mitchell, Olivia R a d a b a u g h ,
Travis Siebenaler, Alexus Sponseller, Thiel-Maag, Jolyn Winebernner, Sam Of The Month For October
Dru Walkowski Winebernner

Juniors-Reagan Gallehue, Darius Edon Middle School Honor Roll
Kurtz, Faith Livensparger, Jacob Long, 1st 9 weeks 2017-18
Riley Manahan, Zoe Neubig, Tessa
Steinke, Chloe Thiel High Honor Roll (3.5 GPA or above)
8th grade- Trenton Arnold, Jack-
Sophomores-Hannah Ater, Riley
Bloir, Alea Brandt, Jacob Dulle, Al- son Berry, Cory Brooks, Nikkie Colins,
exandra Jacoby, Makenzie Ledford, Jayden Craven
Zoe Maier, Brooklyn Morris, Aidan
Muehlfeld, Melody Nofziger, Claire 7th grade-Meghan Derck, Blake
Radabaugh, Tatum Schaffter, Con- Dulle, Jenna Dulle, Desiree Dunkle,
Emma Dickman

nor Skiles, Taylor Trausch Merit Honor Roll (3.0 GPA to 3.49

Edon High School Merit Honor Roll GPA) 2017-18
(3.0 GPA to 3.49 GPA) 8th grade-Hayden Dye, Henley
1st 9 weeks 2017-18 Dye, Hunter Goebel, Donny Howard,
Thad Howard, Aidin Mearse, Tiara
Seniors-Destihannah Bohn, Carson Mills, Brian Thomas, Terran Dunbar,
Brandt, Lindsey Goebel, Courtney Hoff- Drew Gallehue, Cassius Hulbert, Alli-
man, Cameron Reed, Grant Sims son Kaylor, Ashley Kaylor, Carlie
Kiess, Olivia Mitchell, Natalie Spack-
Juniors-Tamara Mills, Jordan Run- man, Ethan Steinke, Kerrin Towers,
yan Thomas Wehrenberg, Gage Winebern-
ner
Sophomores-Jennifer Cook, Arian- 7th grade-Maddison Gearig, Court-
na Howard, Tray Howard, Kayla Kurtz, ney Heinze, Brianna Herr, Ian Hickman,
Blaze Resendez, Holly Reynolds, Kelby Ariana Mays, Ethan Riter, Kalon Weav-
Sapp, Cameron Siebenaler, Tyler Trevi- er, Mallory Wofford, Emma Howard,
no, Natasha Warner, Nicholas Wiedmer, Shyanna-Lee Isbister, Ivy Lash, Jack
Shane Zulch Morris, Caden Nester, Sonyja Paepke,
PHOTO PROVIDED
Freshman-Sidney Bignell, Ty- Wade Parrish, Konnor Prince, Isaiah STUDENT OF THE MONTH ... Pictured above is Stryker’s October Student of the
ler Brandt, Paige Briner, Jobe Carl- Robbins, Kendall Sheline, Garrett Month Kimberly Stuckey. The Core Value for the month is Honesty. Pictured is
son, LaTahaya Fritz, Kendal Hantz, Skiles Pamela Bunch, sponsor from Promedica.
Coleen hoffman, Taylor Moran, Steven
Pinkham, Hayden Price, Noah Robbins

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Fayette Opera House To Grain Marketing Breakfast Series
Host A Cappela Workshop To Be Held In December

On Saturday, November 18th, Fay- able. At 7:30 pm the SHU Acapelicans Ohio State University Extension-Ful- guest columnist for Ohio Country Journal.
ette Opera House, in conjunction with will take the stage for a concert as well ton County will be holding a 3-part Grain Jon will help participants understand how
Fayette Local Schools and Siena Heights as performing a few tunes with some of Marketing series on Friday mornings in to better utilize on farm storage to maxi-
University’s A Cappella group, will con- the workshop students. This will be a December at the Robert Fulton Ag Center mize grain marketing revenues. The last
duct a learning workshop for area high fantastic evening of harmony that you Building, located at 8770 State Route 108, morning in the series is December 15 and
school students interested in vocal arts won’t want to miss. Wauseon. will feature Benjamin Brown from OSU’s
and/or theatre. The workshop will be Farm Management Program. He will be
from 3:00 pm until 5:00 pm and again Tickets cost $12.00 General Admis- The series will be December 1, 8 and 15, giving updates on the 2018 Farm Bill.
from 6:00 pm until 6:30 pm. There is sion, $10.00 Seniors and Non-partici- 8–11:30am and will include a light break-
no cost to the student for the workshop. pating Students. As with all our events, fast. December 1 will feature Matt Roberts This 3-part series is sponsored in part
tickets can be purchased in advance at from The Kernmantle Group and formerly by Gerald Grain Center, Inc., Frey Con-
If your high school student is inter- brownpapertickets.com or you may re- from Ohio State’s Ag Economics Depart- struction and Farmers & Merchants State
ested in attending the workshop, please serve tickets to be picked up at the Box ment. He will discuss key grain marketing Bank. There is no cost to attend the pro-
call 419-237-2721 to pre-register as we Office, cash or check only, by calling fundamentals that farmers should know gram but RSVP’s are requested by Nov
have a limited number of spaces avail- 419-237-2721. as well as his perspective on the grain 28th to [email protected] or by calling
marketing outlook. December 8 will fea- 419-337-9210. For more information visit
ture Jon Scheve from Superior Feeds and www.fulton.osu.edu.

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 lingten left Monday for and this county has never west part of town. bers include Richard Heer
REPORTER New Port Richey, Fla., to had a bank failure. With Born to Mr. and Mrs. and Kenneth Oberlinof
spend the winter. all this flurry all over the Stryker.
130 YEARS AGO USA, no one has last a dol- Millard Schulusser on No-
NOVEMBER 1887 80 YEARS AGO lar in any of the banks that vember 15, a son. West Unity fireman
Last Thursday night, NOVEMBER 1937 is known. It was simply the were called to the John
while in Bryan with the George Hartman, 73, scarcity of currency on ac- 70 YEARS AGO Stokes farm where a large
construction train, Frank of Alvordton, died at his count of moving crops and NOVEMBER 1947 barn and its contents were
Maneval of this place and home there on Wednesday. livestock which caused the J.W. Fraker is chosen as destroyed by fire.
one of the brakesmen met Married: Robert Beals of scare Stryker’s new mayor.
with a serious accident West Unity and Miss lois Victor Reynolds, a for- Sarah Smith, West Uni-
crushing Mr. Maneval’s Stuller of Bryan by Rev. 100 YEARS AGO mer resident of this com- ty, passed her State Board
foot so terribly that it had Luois Radley at Montpelier NOVEMBER 1917 munity, died in New York for her Practical Nursing
to be amputated. on Oct. 31. Jim Rataiczak has ad- on November 13. License.
Married at the home of vanced to rank of Sergeant
the bride’s parents, Mr. 70 YEARS AGO at Camp Sherman. 60 YEARS AGO 30 YEARS AGO
and Mrs. Frederick Smith, NOVEMBER 1947 Clair Woolace met death NOVEMBER 1957 NOVEMBER 1987
Nov. 13, Mr. Jacob Faber Garfield O. Warren, 66, in the waters of Tiffin Riv- Russel Coy, of this place, Rany Rupp has the lead
and Miss Mary E. Smith. of Stryker passed away er, near Goll Bridge, when became the fourth entry in role in the Cincinnati Tri-
suddenly Monday morning he stumbled and fell into the Williams County Prince County Players new play,
120 YEARS AGO of a heart attack. the stream while walking of Peace speaking contest, “Kind Lady” by Edward
NOVEMBER 1897 along the bank Saturday when he placed first in the Chodoroo.
L. D. Calvin and Co. are 60 YEARS AGO evening. local competition at the The Millcreek-West Uni-
moving the Masonic store NOVEMBER 1957 Mrs. Louis Coulon was Baptist Church. ty Board of Education ac-
room just vacated by Den- Schools in the Millcreek- seriously injured in an cepted the resignation of
man and Kent, who have West Unity school district auto accident. 50 YEARS AGO Allen Tressler as admin-
moved their stock to the were forced to close Tues- NOVEMBER 1967 istrative secretary. Mrs.
Double Store. day Oct. 22, due to 30 per- 90 YEARS AGO A ceremony was held Tressler is retiring after 23
A mass of ruins is our cent of the student body NOVEMBER 1927 October 4 at the Method- years of service.
beautiful school building excused for influenza. Forty members and ist Church for the follow- Todd Wieland was
which was burned Mon- Private Max E. Bowers friends of the U.B. Church ing brownies flying up to the overall winner of the
day night. Water gave out completed 8 weeks of basic held a reception for Rev. junior Girl Scouts; Monica Four County Vocational
when firemen were un- training at Fort Reily, Kan. and Mrs. Throop Monday Blair, Carol Chester, Julie School’s annual FFA Safe-
availing. The fire was dis- The name Willard Miller evening. Geesey, Kim Kuney, Linda ty Week Car Rodeo. Todd,
covered at 10:45 in half was drawn from the Re- Raymond Huffman, for- Nowak, Amy Patten, Julie a senior is a Diesel Me-
an hour the interior was a porter subscription list to mer Stryker football star, Westfall, Chris Weber, and chanics student.
mass of flames. receive two admissions to is keeping up his past re- Sherry Keller.
the Bryan Theater, good cord on the gridiron for Ak- They are now members 20 YEARS AGO
110 YEARS AGO Sunday or Monday to see ron College where he is a of Junior Scouts. NOVEMBER 1997
NOVEMBER 1907 “3:10” to Yuma”, star- student. The Hilltop Cadets
Miss Blance McIntire ring Van Heflin and Glenn THE ADVANCE pounded Waldron 54-29
was united in marriage Ford. 80 YEARS AGO REPORTER to end their season. Grief
last evening to Mr.Harvey NOVEMBER 1937 counseling will be avail-
Hall of Butler, Ind. 50 YEARS AGO Gustabe Fielitz, 45, was (MERGE 1976) able to any student at Hill-
Sherman Cook moved NOVEMBER 1967 killed Monday when a NYC top that has experienced
his family here last Paula Ashenfelter and passenger train struck his 40 YEARS AGO a loss. This is being spon-
Wednesday from near Al- Sheryl King from the Brady car at the crossing in the NOVEMBER 1977 sored by Hospice of Wil-
vordton. Blue Bonnets 4-H Club Northwest Technical liams County.
Awilda Shultz Ziegler won county food awards at College Foundation mem-
died at her home here Nov. the 4-H Achievement Night
9, at the age of 39 years. program held in Pioneer.
The West Unity Bank-
100 YEARS AGO ing Co. mailed checks this
NOVEMBER 1917 week to the members of
Mr. Marcus Beach and it’s 1967 Christmas Sav-
Miss Georgia Naomi Young ings Club. Checks totaling
were united in marriage over $34,500 were sent to
at the home of the bride’s members.
parents, Mr. and Mrs. J .J Williams County Sales
Young on the afternoon of of new and used motor ve-
Nov. 8. hicles established an all-
James Greek was at time record for the month
Chilicothe Thursday vis- of October, when 1,407
iting his son, Glenn and certificates of title were is-
other boys at Camp Sher- sued at the office of Harold
man. M. Thomas, County Clerk.

90 YEARS AGO STRYKER ADVANCE
NOVEMBER 1927 (ESTABLISHED 1884)
The Red Cross Drive
is being organized, with 110 YEARS AGO
Frank Arnold as chairman. NOVEMBER 1907
Six students from West The Wiederkehr block
Unity are now enrolled at was put under roof this
Ohio State: Charles Allen, week. J.W. Olds, night op-
Edward Allen, W.D. Alt- erator at the Lake Shore
man, Don M. Jones, Cle- depot, is moving here from
da Mann, and Leland O. Butler, Ind.
Mann. All of Williams County
Mr. and Mrs. C.R. Hol- Banks are perfectly sound

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Williams County Humane Society West Unity Area Chamber Of Commerce Tabs
Bob & Alice Hollstein As Citizens Of The Year
IZZY
Izzy is a very well man- By: Timothy Kays You help. My parents... when they go home to Jesus,
nered yellow lab mix. THE VILLAGE REPORTER they’re leaving a very good legacy. They’re leading by
She is spayed and example, and we are very proud of them.”
seems to love everyone! Perhaps President Emeritus of the West Unity Area
She is a young adult. Chamber of Commerce, Alan Bennett, said it best when Mr. Bennett then returned to the podium to in-
She came to the shel- he said, “There is a very real and true bug to be caught troduce the 2017 Chamber Merit Award winners, the
ter when her owner had in community service.” For nigh on thirty years, Bob West Unity First Responders. He read a story to docu-
to move and could not and Alice Hollstein have not only been carriers of that ment what happens from the time that the pager of
take her with her. Her bug, but their service activities have proven to be con- an emergency services provider goes off, and gave the
adoption fee is $180.00 tagious, beginning with their children and working into audience an imaginary tour through a worst case sce-
with an approved appli- the community. It was for those reasons that the Holl- nario. He noted that once someone becomes a member
cation. steins were named 2017 Citizens of the Year at the an- of the First Responders, the job abd the patient sup-
nual West Unity Chamber of Commerce Banquet, held plant family and friends in the pecking order of priori-
For more information, call or visit the Williams County at the Kissell Building on the evening of November 9. ties. As he read the names of the eight member roster
Humane Society at 09464 County Road 13, Bryan, Ohio of the West Unity First Responders, they that were in
43506, (419) 636-2200. The cost of adoption also includes Mr. Bennett introduced the Hollsteins by providing attendance came forward to accept the award... May-
the pet’s spay or neuter, disease testing, updating of shots, a brief history of their service. “This year’s selection or Peg Bernath, Chief Randy Borton, Sara Cullis, Jim
flea and parasite treatments. for Citizen of the Year is a wonderful couple who have, Eisel, Jarrett Funk, Jeremy Miklovic, Dean Stuckey
since 1988, been giving back to the citizens of Williams and Doug Zuver.
GIVE WHERE County, and the community of West Unity,” Bennett
YOU LIVE said from his prepared statement. “They have worked Prior to the award presentations, Chamber mem-
for the Williams County Senior Center since that time, bers and guests for the evening dined upon a lavish
About 99¢ out of every $1.00 serving in many capacities. He has done building main- buffet of baked pork chops, chicken breasts, roasted
donated stays in Williams County tenance, transportation of seniors, and worked in the red potatoes and green beans with bacon, served with
Montpelier Senior Center kitchen, preparing meals and a tossed salad, rolls and a pistachio dessert, all catered
UNITED WE FIGHT. other various tasks. He retired in 2013 with 24 1/2 by MoJo’s, and served by the local Girl Scouts. After
UNITED WE WIN. years of service, and then returned part-time in 2014, the meal, everyone enjoyed a performance by master
working in the Bryan Senior Center.” comedian and magician, Jim Barron. He used several
LIVE UNITED. members of the audience in his magic act, and espe-
Continuing, Mr. Bennett said, “She has served as cially had a lot of fun working over Chief Borton in his
CAMPAIGN PLEDGE CARD - Please fill out completely. head cook for seven years, and was the administrative act. Nobody got out of the building without laughing at
assistant to the late Karen Richard. In 1999, the West least once.
Name ________________________________________ Unity Village Council and Mayor opened the West Unity
Address _______________________________________ Senior Center, where she has served since. She is the Prior to dismissal for the evening, Ms. Schmucker
City _________ State __________ Zip______________ Site Manager at west Unity, responsible for coordinat- came forward to recap the year and all the Chamber
Email ______________________Total Gift ___________ ing events, activities, meals and transportation for our activities. She also read off the names of the Board of
Designation____________ m Interested in Volunteering community’s seniors. It is our honor and privilege as Directors who are retiring, including Cheryl Boldman,
a Chamber Board and a community to recognize and Kathy Merillat, Larry Long, Collette Boothman, and Mr.
Mail to: United Way, P.O. Box 525, Bryan, OH 43506 honor Mr. Bob and Mrs. Alice Hollstein as our 2017 Bennett. Mr. Bennett then returned to the podium to
Citizens of the Year. The community and its citizens recognize the work of Ms. Schmucker, and to thank
are richly blessed by your life of service and dedication those in attendance for their support of the West Unity
to Williams County and West Unity Seniors.” Chamber Area Chamber of Commerce.
President Jane Schmucker then presented the Holl-
steins with the official plaque of recognition. Timothy can be reached at
[email protected]
“They do not do what
they do for glory, recog-
nition, or anything like
that,” said the Hollstein’s
daughter, Shelly Hollstein
Currier. “That’s just them.
That’s just who they are.
That’s just what they do.
They’ve done it as long as
I can remember, and what
they’ve taught us is that
same thing... you give.
You take care of people.

CAMERON OB/GYN WELCOMES YOU SIR. WHAT IS YOUR NAME? ... Comedian and magician Jim Barron calls
upon an audience member to assist him with a trick.
TO D D C. R U M S E Y, M D, FACO G &
BOBBI BROWN, CNM, WHNP-BC

Dr. Rumsey is a board-certified OB/
GYN with extensive experience in
obstetrics, high-risk pregnancies,
office procedures, advanced lapa-
roscopy and medical research. He
brings over 20 years of experience
and over 3,000 deliveries to the
area.

WELL DESERVED RECOGNITION ... Chamber President Jane Schmucker pres-
ents the 2017 Citizen of the Year award to Bob and Alice Hollstein.

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Featuring a Lighted Carriage, Garden Tractor
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IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE PARADE:
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Pastor’s Ponderings FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES
BY: RICK STRALEY - “BE A BLESSING!”
BY: PASTOR STEVE WILMOT “GIVING THANKS”

A daughter sent her parents the fol- in our comfort, and that sometimes the We have all been in a gathering of fect even as your Father in heaven is
lowing letter from college:“Dear Mom only way we can become more like Jesus friends or family when unexpectedly we perfect” (Matt. 5:48). He almost ridicu-
and Dad, “Just thought I’d drop you a is to face crappy times. succumb to an embarrassing nasal ir- lously tells his followers, “I’m going to
note to clue you in on my plans. I’ve fall- ritation that results in a silence shat- my Father. But don’t worry, anyone who
en in love with a guy named Jim. He quit We know we’re going to heaven when tering sneeze. Inevitably, at least one has faith in me will do what I have been
high school after grade 11 to get mar- we die so no matter what we go through gracious member of the company re- doing. He will do even greater things
ried, and about a year ago he got a di- here is going to be worth it. Surely that sponds with, “Bless you” or should they than these.” (Matt. 14:12). Like Jesus’
vorce. We’ve been going steady for about means we can “give thanks in every cir- regard it exceptionally awkward, “God contemporaries we think, “Right, how
two months and plan to get married in cumstance” (1 Thessalonians 5.18). Be- bless you.” Typically, the incidence is this going to work?” But Jesus does
the fall. Until then, I’ve decided to move sides, often what looks bad can actually passes like the train in the night that not leave us helpless. He sends the Holy
into his apartment. I think I might be be a blessing. The story is told of a king everyone knows is there but no longer Spirit to instruct, guide and empower.
pregnant. At any rate, I dropped out of in Africa who had a close friend with hears because of familiarity. Sadly, so- Living a life style of blessing is all about
school last week, though I hope to finish whom he grew up. The friend had a hab- cial convention has relegated the offer- supernatural living---the Holy Spirit
college sometime in the future. it of looking at every situation that ever ing of blessings to sneezes. And even in us, empowering and transforming.
occurred in his life – positive or negative that is an innocuous pleasantry quietly In our own strength, without the guid-
(Next page) “Mom and Dad, I want – and remarking, “This is good!” It an- dismissed and quickly forgotten. To ance and power of the Holy Spirit we’ll
you to know that everything I’ve written noyed the king to no end. bless someone no longer means any- strikeout trying to bless others.
in this letter so far is false. None of it is thing. And for that I must protest: Giv-
true. But, Mom and Dad, it is true that One day the king and his friend were ing blessings should not be meaning- A life style of blessing others begins
I got a C-minus in French and I flunked out on a hunting expedition. The friend less for a follower of Christ. It should be with wanting to. Do we have a genu-
Math. It is also true that I’m going to would load and prepare the guns for the their life style. ine desire to bless or do we too often
need a lot more money for my tuition king. The friend apparently did some- ignore the needs of others and walk by
payments next semester.” What has this thing wrong on one occasion. The king Jesus invites his followers to become (not very Samaritan like)? Daily, God
young lady done except give her parents fired a gun and his thumb was blown active blessings givers in their world of provides us with dozens of opportuni-
perspective? That’s what giving thanks off. Examining the situation, his friend influence. He calls them “the salt” and ties to bless others---often it is just a
does for us. When we stop and begin to remarked as usual, “This is good!” The “the light of the world” - difference mak- kind word, a smile, a thank you or a
list the things for which we are thankful, king exploded. “No, this is not good!” ers. Through his life, his teachings, hug. But in fear, indifference, laziness,
we get a fresh perspective that makes and proceeded to send his friend to jail. and his sacrifice Jesus defines what it selfishness, prejudice or busyness we
even the worst moments seem not quite About a year later, the king was hunt- means to be a blessing. He illustrates miss those opportunities. The remedy,
so bad. ing again and cannibals captured him what it means to bless others, with- seek the Holy Spirit’s help. Begin ev-
and took him to their village. They tied out regard to the cost, with the ageless eryday by asking the Spirit to open our
No matter how bad things are, God his hands, stacked some wood, set up a story of the Good Samaritan (see Luke eyes and heart to the needs of others.
is still involved and has a plan that is stake and bound him to the stake. 10:25-37). More pointedly, Jesus com- Have a genuine desire to BLESS. Seek
for the better good. We just need to stop mands his followers to pray for their the Spirit’s help to make it happen.
and get perspective. Ask, “What is God As they came near to set fire to the enemies and bless those who harm or Then have the faith and courage to act
up to here?” It’s the advice James offers wood, they noticed that the king was intend to harm them (Luke 6:28). It is when we recognize a need. Our world
his readers in the first chapter of his missing a thumb. Being superstitious apparent that by BLESS Jesus means is filled with hurting and discouraged
letter. “Consider it pure joy, my broth- they never ate anyone who was less much more than just wishing goodwill. people. God’s plan? US, as His sons
ers, whenever you face trials of many than whole. So they untied the king and To truly bless another is to become ac- and daughters he desires us to impact
kinds, because you know that the test- sent him on his way. When he returned tively involved in their circumstances our worlds for him through life styles of
ing of your faith develops perseverance” home, the king remembered the incident with the intent to benefit (bless) them. blessing. It doesn’t take much, mostly a
(James 1.3-4). He suggests that when that had taken his thumb. With this new Regardless your personal cost and with- willing, kind, obedient heart.
we’re going through tough things we perspective, he felt bad for how he had out expectation of any personal benefit
should take a few minutes and remind treated his friend. He went immediately ---like the Good Samaritan. STAND UP! STAND OUT! MAKE A
ourselves of what we know. to the jail to speak with him. “You were DIFFERENCE! BE A BLESSING!
right,” the king said. “It was good that Jesus sets a high standard, “Be per-
Here’s a partial list I came up with: my thumb was blown off.” And he told
We know that God still loves us. We him the story about the cannibals. Fountain City Christian
know that God has not left us alone. We Servant Leaders For October
know that God has a plan that is for our Then he said, “I am very sorry for
best. We know that even though oth- sending you to jail for such a long time.
ers may have meant to hurt us, God in- It was bad for me to do this.” “Oh, no,”
tends to use this heartache for good. We said his friend, “this is good!” “What
know that one day we’ll look back and do you mean it’s good?” asked the sur-
see God’s hand in the event. We know prised king. “How could it be good that
that God is more interested in develop- I sent my friend to jail for a year?” “If I
ing christlike character in us than he is had not been in jail, I would have been
with you…and I have both my thumbs!”

It really is about perspec-
tive, isn’t it? Is there an
unpleasant situation you
find yourself in as you
read this? Are you will-
ing to give thanks in it? If
you don’t think you can,
then you need to pause,
recount what you know
about God, and get a fresh
perspective. It’s amazing
how giving thanks even
in the middle of bad times
can alter your attitude.
Who knows, it may even
save you from being eaten
by cannibals.

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WEDCO Brings Schools & Factories Together To Expand Workforce

By: James Pruitt segment of the population needs extra attention in- PHOTO BY JAMES PRUITT, STAFF
THE VILLAGE REPORTER stead of the typical college prep classes, Thorp said.
WORKING TO EXPAND WORKFORCE ... A meeting of
Preparing young people for life after high school is Administration and guidance counseled with stu- school officials and manufacturing companies dwelt
taking on a new intensity and focus as many students dents that were on the fence with future plans. Mont- on the various workforce development programs dis-
are going right into the workforce. The Williams Coun- pelier has 10 students in a school to work program tricts have and how they can get their students to talk
ty Economic Development Corp. (WEDCO) recently this year. Four more will start in the second semes- with potential employers. Here Mark Rairigh speaks
hosted a gathering of manufacturing and education ter, she said. A pilot program with Winzeler Stamp- about how Bryan Schools approaches the issue.
representatives to showcase what local high schools ing now has six students, Thorp said. Each will go
and the community college are doing to help their through seven modules of different jobs at the plant.
charges. The event highlighted programs coordinated The effort also offers classes such as blueprint read-
by Bryan and Montpelier high schools. ing to students and the general public. There are 14
students now who go to school in the morning and do
WEDCO Director Matt Davis said the objective of their workplace co-op in the afternoon. The program
the gathering was to provide and promote a system started after Labor Day with a 7-week orientation.
that offers students, employers, and the community
the opportunity to achieve and sustain economic pros- At the end of each quarter each student has to
perity. Schools have been pushing their students to provide an evaluation from a supervisor from Winzel-
attend a two- or four-year college for many years. The ers and a daily log. Thorp said she will be working with
college prep curriculum has been a staple for many content area teachers to provide a culminating project
states, but the numbers are showing many young peo- at the end of the school year. The state also offers col-
ple never complete their degrees. lege credit for work experience and 95.4 percent of 175
Williams County students qualified.
A survey of Bryan High School student’s show 70
percent plan to attend college. Most will go to a four- James can be reached at
year school. But statistics from the Ohio Department [email protected]
of Education found only 36 percent of college or uni-
versity students graduate in four years and only 55 Fulton County OKs Parking
percent graduate in four-plus years. Bryan’s post- Lot Use For Wauseon Parade
high school numbers show only 40 percent of the 105
students who attend college get a degree in four years. By: James Pruitt The board will be accepting bids for aggregate and re-
After five years, the number only climbs to 58 percent. THE VILLAGE REPORTER inforced concrete pipes until 9:15 a.m., Dec. 5 at the
commissioners’ chambers. The material will be used for
Of the other 45 students who don’t go to school, Fulton County’s Board of Commissioners wrapped the 2018 road construction season.
20 percent enter the workforce, 7 percent are unde- up a bit of business at its Nov. 9 meeting. The commis-
cided, and 3 percent enter the military. Mark Rairigh sioners approved four financial institutions to be de- The board approved a 12-month lease between the
and Julie Taylor spoke about what Bryan Schools are positories of public funds for the county treasurer. The county’s Senior Center and the Delta United Method-
doing to promote workforce development. The Bryan firms are: State Capital Bank, Cleveland; PNC Bank, ist Church for use of the church’s facilities to be used
approach is to begin attacking the problem with sixth N.A., Toledo; Farmers and Merchants State Bank, as a satellite center in 2018. The county auditor has
graders, Rairigh said. This begins with a PBL/STEM- Archbold and The State Bank and Trust Co., Defiance. set aside $3,600 for the contract. The commissioners
based course for a quarter. This is a Maker Space/ awarded a contract for replacing the sprinkling sys-
project based Course for all sixth graders C Students The commissioners approved the use of the Detwil- tem at the Health Department to Shambaugh and Son.
rotate through a class that integrates the skills of ap- er and Health Department parking lots for use for the The company submitted the lowest and best bid for a
plying, problem solving, inventing, manipulating, and Wauseon Downtown Association Holiday Parade. The fire retardant sprinkler system Oct. 24. The bid was
using technology with core curricular content. They commissioners approved the appointment of Debra for $64,770. Maintenance Supervisor Todd Bingham
are to learn important everyday skills that can carry Bowman to the four county ADAMhs Board. Bowman recommended the Perrysburg company to the county
with them into academic and career-based settings. was recommended by Les McCaslin to complete the un- board, Nov. 7.
expired term.
In seventh grade all students take a career explora- James can be reached at
tion course for a semester. This course will help stu- The commissioners cancelled the Dec. 12 session so [email protected]
dents identify personal skills, aptitudes, values, and members could attend the CCAO annual conference.
talents. There will be exposure to opportunities from
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a semester or full year. Students continue career ex- and Profit Sharing, as well as, vacation time and accured PTO. electrical and electronic equipment and circuits,
ploration while focusing on career planning. Activities hydraulic and pneumatic equipment and
provide exposure opportunities in a workplace. Stu- We are seeking energetic and motivated candidates who enjoy
dents are shown how to link career options and edu- being in a fast-paced team oriented, and hands on work environ- circuits used in the facility.
cational decisions (stay at BHS or attend Four County ment.
Career Center). The goal is to have the students revisit Requires formal training in industrial electrical,
prior exploration and planning strategies as they face Responsibilities: electronics, pneumatics and hydraulics. Must
career changes throughout life. • Journeyman, sheet metal tool and die maker, with 8 years or be able to read and interpret complicated
electrical ladder and wiring diagrams, computer
Students will gain specific insight, knowledge, and more experience or journeyman’s card. Must have experience logic, pneumatic and hydraulic diagrams.
experiences at community businesses. All of this cul- in progressive dies, preventative maintenance as well as new Knowledge of transmission lines motors,
minates with an internship co-op. The Career Connec- builds. generators and distribution equipment. Field
tions course is a new offering, Rairigh said. Around • Maintains die tools including the making of new components,
35-40 students attend the Four County Career Cen- modification of existing and basic shim and sharpening. experience required with industrial and commercial
ter. Grade 11/12 – has an internship (semester or full • Diagnoses malfunctioning tooling and promotes ideas to im- wiring in accordance with National Electric Code.
year) where students complete an internship experi- prove existing tooling.
ence in which they are placed into a business to re- •Tests tool design changes and new tooling Competitive wage and benefit package includes:
ceive and complete specific job training skills. Health, dental, vision, accident and life
Required skills and experience: coverage, paid vacations and holidays,
In 12th grade, students are placed with a specific • Minimum 3-5 years tool maintenance and build experience
business to work directly on fulfilling a specific job/ pension program, 401k, company provided
position. Growth or promotion is available to the stu- .preferably in a Press Room environment. YMCA membership and tuition reimbursement.
dent throughout the school year. Upon successful • Must be able to Arc, MIG and TIG weld.
completion of this course the business decides if a job • Must be able to read blue prints and machine schematics.
offer for the student is applicable. The school has 20- • Must be able to work any shift.
25 students in an internship/co-op arrangement. The • Must be able to work weekday and weekend overtime.
students benefit from hands-on experience and the
parents’ mentality about factory jobs can be changed 510 Maple St., Pioneer, OH 43554
in favorable direction, Rairigh said. The school also
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School Principal Su Thorp said. coverage events we are looking for assistance with cov-
erage takes place during evening hours (a couple of as-
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views and several employers hired students. “Twenty Please send letter of interest (email) and resume to pub-
adults got a job,” Thorp said. The job fair moved to [email protected].
Quality Inn in Holiday City before finding a permanent
home at Northwest State. The college event draws
more than 100 employers or vendors.

School to Work concept of giving students Flex
Credit expanded; Guidelines were established, and a
grading system was put into place, forms created. Now
the schools recruit students who want to be a part.
This work was developed because typically 60 to 65
percent of Montpelier School’s graduates go straight
into the workforce. The program helps because this

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WILLIAMS & FULTON COUNTY (NORTHWEST OHIO) SPORTS ACTION

Archbold Suffers Heartbreaking Loss To Marion Pleasant

By: Kent Hutchison left in the quarter. The Spartans needed just 5 plays, With first and 10, and 2:52 left before the break, the
THE VILLAGE REPORTER all on the ground, to march the 53 yards to pay dirt. Bluestreaks quickly picked up two first downs. Then
Quarterback Ethan Warner capped the drive on a 5 with 1:22 left Petersen hit a streaking Rodriquez in
FINDLAY- On an unseasonably cold November night, yard sweep. The kick split the uprights to give Marion stride at the goal line for a 33 yard scoring strike, and
the Archbold Bluestreaks saw their State Champion- Pleasant a 7-3 lead with 1:35 left in the opening stanza. Bedsole’s kick put Archbold back in the lead 17-14.
ship hopes slip away in the final seconds of their con-
test with the Marion Pleasant Spartans. After building Following a nice return by L.J. Tijerina, Archbold Starting at their 35 yard line, Marion Pleasant chose
a 24-14 lead early in the fourth, the Bluestreaks saw began at their 43 yard line. Again, the Bluestreaks to run out the clock. As both teams headed to the
the Spartans come up with two scores in the last quar- advanced the ball down field. As the quarter end- locker rooms to warm up with the Streaks maintaining
ter, the final one as just 15 seconds remained, to top ed, Archbold had the ball at the Spartan’s 13. The the 3 point advantage.
the Bluestreaks 28-24. Bluestreaks opened the second quarter in fine style
as Petersen connected with tailback Noah Gomez on a Statistically the Bluestreaks dominated the half
The Bluestreak defense held the high powered Spar- wheel route for a 13 yard touchdown. Bedsole’s boot with 202 yards to just 114 for Pleasant, all via the
tan ground attack to a 3 and out in their first posses- was true again to put Archbold back on top 10-7, with ground. Petersen accounted for all the the Archbold
sion. Following the punt Archbold took over at their 49 11:55 remaining before halftime. yardage with 91 rushing yards and went 5-11 passing
yard line. The Bluestreaks, under the direction of Sam for 103 yards, with 2 touchdowns and 1 interception.
Petersen who assumed the quarterback position after On the ensuing kickoff, the Bluestreaks appeared
his twin brother Gabe suffered a knee injury in last to have pulled off a perfect onside kick as the ball was After receiving the second half kick, Archbold was
week’s contest, methodically moved the ball down the caught in the air by Archbold at their 49. However, back on offense at their 40. After no gain on the first
field. Archbold advanced the ball all the way down to a yellow hankie was tossed, and following a lengthy two downs, Petersen found Rodriguez again for the
the Spartan 5 yard line. However, a third down sack of discussion which included consultation with the rule first down at the Pleasant 45. However, a taunting
Petersen forced the Bluestreaks to settle for a 25 yard book, it was explained that a kick cannot be caught in penalty move the ball back to the Archbold 40. The
field goal from Kaiden Bedsole at the 7:34 mark of the the air by the kicking team unless it is first touched Bluestreaks were able to move the ball down to the
first period. by the receiving squad. To make matters worse, the Spartan’s 8 yard line. Another infraction, this time
infraction included a 15 yard penalty for illegal touch- a false start on third down, forced Archbold into a 32
After both teams went three and out, Marion Pleas- ing giving the Spartans the ball at the Bluestreak 34. yard field goal attempt. Bedsole had plenty of dis-
ant started on offense at their 47, with 4 minutes Marion Pleasant needed just one play to regain the ad- tance, however the kick was pulled wide left giving
vantage on the scoreboard as Patrick Blubaugh got the Marion Pleasant the ball back at their 22 with 7:05 left
ball on a Jet sweep right and went untouched across in the third. The Spartans moved the ball and eventu-
the goal line at 11:47. The extra point made the score ally attempted a 42 yard field goal, but the kick was
14-10. blocked by Archbold’s Ben Zimmerman. The ball was
scooped up by Matt Gladieux who advanced the ball to
Archbold started at their own 28 after the kickoff the Marion Pleasant 48 yard line.
and on the first play Petersen hit Gomez for a 15-yard
gain. After a short gain, Petersen hit Tijerina on a After the block, Archbold used four running plays
pass for what appeared to be a 55-yard touchdown. to move the ball down the field. As the quarter ended
However holding on Archbold nullified the play. From the Bluestreaks faced a 3 and 7 from the Marion Pleas-
there Archbold was held by the Pleasant defense and ant 29-yard line. On the first play of the fourth period
Bedsole’s punt from the Archbold 44 bounced into the Petersen ran down the left sideline for a 20 yard gain.
end zone. After taking over at their 20, with 10:12 left Gomez finished the drive with a 9 yard TD plunge and
before intermission, Marion Pleasant gained two first after Bedsole’s kick Archbold was up 24-14 with 11
downs before kicking the ball back to the Bluestreaks. minutes 48 seconds left in the game.
The punt was shanked giving Archbold the ball at their
own 42. On third and long Petersen found himself Following a five yard return, Marion Pleasant start-
under duress from safety Avery Wolfe. As Wolfe was ed at their 40. The Spartans stuck to the ground us-
hanging on Petersen’s feet, the QB avoided the sack ing 7 rushes to move the ball down to the Archbold 9.
by tossing the ball to the right sideline. Unfortunately With 9:46 remaining Pleasant was assessed their first
the pressure effected the throw leading to an intercep- penalty of the night on a false start. After a one yard
tion by Matt Chase giving the Spartans possession at
Archbold 47. newrush, facing 2nd and 13, Warner, the Spartans quar-

Fortunately for the Bluestreaks, the defense rose to terback, threw just his second pass of the night. The
the challenge forcing Marion Pleasant to punt. Nic Ro- toss was caught in the right front of the end zone by
driguez fielded the kick at the 15, and gained 20 yards. Blubaugh. The kick was good to make the score 24-
20, Archbold with 8:54 left in the game.
Swanton Bulldogs Marching Band
Receives Excellent Rating At State Rodriguez fielded the kickoff at his 17, and was
tackled at the 32, with 8:44 left. The Bluestreaks Pe-
PHOTO PROVIDED tersen ran twice, then his pass to Tijerina fell incom-
plete forcing a Bedsole punt that rolled to the Pleasant
STATE COMPETITION … The Swanton Bulldog Marching Band travelled to the OMEA State Marching 33, with 7:12 left.
Band Contest at Brunswick High School in Dayton on November 4th and were able to earn an Excellent
rating. The band qualified for the state contest by earning a Superior rating at the Swanton Bulldog Bowl Two runs and a long pass attempt that was broken
marching band contest the week before. up by Rodriguez left the Spartans with no choice but
to punt the ball back to Archbold. After the ball rolled
out of bounds at their 33 yard line, the Bluestreaks
went back to the offensive with 5:44 remaining. Pe-
terson ran 14 yards for a first down but went out of
bounds stopping the clock. After a runs by Gomez,
then Petersen, Archbold faced a third-and-six at the
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Archbold’s Suffers Heartbreaking Loss To Marion Pleasant

fourth-down and 21, forcing Archbold zone. However, Gomez was able to save On the ground Marion Pleasant ended Although the ending was heartbreak-
the punt from their 36 yard line. After the the score with a tackle from behind at with 224 yards on 45 attempts, while ing and unexpected to say the least, it
punt Marion Pleasant took over at their the 7 yard line. With just 22 ticks left, the Bluestreaks gained 194 yards on 42 should not tarnish all that the Bluestreaks
29 with 3:34 left in the game. Warner quickly spiked the ball. The Arch- carries. While Warner attempted just 7 accomplished this season. The team,
bold defense forced Warner to his right, passes for the Spartans he connected on coaches, school, and community should
An incomplete pass, then two runs and just when it looked like they had 3, good for 112 yards and 2 touchdowns. be very proud of the NWOAL champion-
gave the Spartans a first and 10 from him with nowhere to go, the quarterback ship, 9-3 record, and Regional Semi-final
their 41. However, on the next play the pulled a Houdini again. He turned and For Archbold, Sam Petersen connect- appearance. Undoubtedly needing to re-
Bluestreak defense brought the heat sprinted out to his left letting the ball fly. ed on 6 of 17 passes for 113 yards, two place the 15 seniors who took the field for
leading to a rushed pass and a Petersen This time, Warner found Tristin Conklin scores, and one interception. Petersen the final time will be a daunting task for
interception. Following a nice return, wide open in the back left corner of the also led the way on the ground for the Archbold. However, the bad taste that is
Archbold was back on offense at their 44 end zone as 15 seconds remained on the Bluestreaks gaining 155 yards on 29 car- obviously going to be left in the mouth of
yard line with 2:23 left. Three consecu- clock. The extra point was good and for ries. Noah Gomez added 9 attempts for all the underclassmen after the outcome
tive runs by Petersen left the Streaks with the first time since late in the first half, 25 yards and a touchdown, with Izrael of this contest should be all the motiva-
a 4th and 4 at midfield. Bedsole punted Marion Pleasant took the lead 28-24. Reyes gaining 17 yards on 3 tries. Nic tion needed for another successful sea-
once again, this time to the Spartans 14, Rodriguez hauled in 2 passes for 60 yards son for the Bluestreaks in 2018!
where the punt was caught by Blubaugh. Beyond stunned, Archbold lined and a touchdown. Isaiah Gomez grabbed
However Zach Rocha and Noah Gomez up for the kick return. Rocha fielded 3 passes for 44 yards and a score, while Kent can be reached at
hemmed him in, then Clay Nafziger fin- the kickoff at the Archbold 32 and ad- LJ Tijerina made one grab for 9 yards. [email protected]
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Then Gabe Petersen came into the game,
With just 1:15 left, and no time outs having previously taken part in just one
remaining, the Spartans offense came play in which he handed the ball off. The
back on the field. Now the quarterback hobbling quarterback showed his grit by
that had only thrown three passes to this making a last ditch effort for his team.
point, and only 50 for the season, had no However, his first pass was incomplete,
other option but to go to the air. On first then with just three seconds his pass in-
down Warner scrambled to his right, only tended for Tijerina was picked off by Bos-
to be dropped by a host of Bluestreak de- ton Grant ending the hopes and season
fenders just outside the goal line. Under of the Bluestreaks.
a minute remained as Warner took the
snap and rolled left this time. He escaped Before the final drive by the Spartans,
the pursuit and on the run launched a Archbold had controlled the offensive
strike that traveled 45 yards through the statistics. However, with the 99 yard
air over the Archbold defensive second- scoring drive, Marion Pleasant trimmed
ary and into the arms of Lane Russell. the Bluestreaks in the stat category as
The junior sprinted past the Bluestreak’s well. The Spartans ended with 336 to-
sideline seemingly headed for the end tal yards compared to Archbold’s 307.

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Delta’s Mattimore Signs Swanton’s Christensen Selects
Basketball Letter Of Intent St. Francis Of Indiana For Volleyball

By: Bill O’ Connell from Montana to West Virginia between
THE VILLAGE REPORTER the two sports which, fortunately, are
played in different seasons.
Sometime next summer, Brad and
Tricia Christensen of Swanton may want While playing for the Cougars, Cyd-
to look into purchasing a vehicle that ney plans on majoring in biology with
gets excellent mileage. Last week their a minor in psychology. Post graduate
daughter Cydney, a senior at Swanton plans could include medical school.
High School, signed a letter of intent Scott Haddix, the head volleyball coach
with Saint Francis University located in at Saint Francis, believes his new recruit
Fort Wayne, Indiana to play volleyball. will have an opportunity to receive sig-
The drive is not too bad, approximately nificant playing time, even as a fresh-
90 minutes one way. man.

However, their older daughter, Mea- Cydney played an integral part on
gan is already in college and playing this year’s ultra-successful Bulldog
basketball for Lake Erie College, about team that finished with a 23-2 record,
two and a half hours away in Paines- won the school’s first league title in their
ville, Ohio, just east of Cleveland. Now 43-year history and added a sectional
were talking some serious miles. And title as well.
that’s just for home games. Road con-
tests could potentially include stretches Bill can be reached at
[email protected]

PHOTO PROVIDED

COLLEGE BASKETBALL ... Maddie Mattimore of Delta signed her letter of intent
to play basketball at the next level at Lake Erie College. Pictured at her signing
are: Front Row: Brenda Mattimore (mother), Maddie Mattimore, Damon Mattimore
(father)Back Row: Drew Hange (Athletic Director), Ryan Ripke (Head Coach), Jon
Mignin (Assistant Coach).

Delta’s Finnen Taking Volleyball
Talents To Owens Community College

By: Bill O’ Connell of Kelly and Darin, signed a letter of in- PHOTO BY BILL O’ CONNELL, STAFF
THE VILLAGE REPORTER tent to continue her education and vol-
leyball career at Owens Community Col- SIGNING DAY ... Cydney Christensen signs with Saint Francis University between
When a high school coach helps send lege. “It’s been a lot of hours and miles parents Tricia and Brad. Behind (L to R) is Swanton Volleyball coach Kyle Borer
an athlete to play at the next level, it not and dedication the last ten years for Kin- and Saint Francis coach Scott Haddix.
only gives them a sense of accomplish- sey,” said proud parent/coach Kelly. “It
ment it also speaks well of their coaching was a big decision.” Winter 2017 Sports Schedules
abilities and helps validate their program.
When a parent has their high school se- Kinsey will study nursing while at Ow- November 17 - November 23
nior sign a letter of intent to play a sport ens and will be joining a volleyball pro-
in college and receive an education, there gram that was 37-0 at the time of her
is a similar sense of accomplishment, but signing and ranked #1 in the country.
on a much deeper level. When that coach Her athletic career at Delta is now com-
and that parent is the same person, as in plete but her Owens coaches encouraged
Delta High School Volleyball coach Kelly her to spend as much time as possible
Finnen, it is a double shot of pride and in the gym until she officially becomes a
joy that cannot be overstated. member of the Express.

Last week, in front of family, friends Bill can be reached at
and educators, Kinsey Finnen, daughter [email protected]

BASKETBALL (BOYS)
(Nov 17) Wauseon @ Fayette – Scrimmage
(Nov 21) Bryan @ Montpelier – Foundation Game
(Nov 21) Camden @ North Central - Scrimmage

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(Nov 17) Clay @ Evergreen - Scrimmage
(Nov 17) Wauseon @ Fayette – Scrimmage
(Nov 18) Bryan @ Perrysburg - Scrimmage
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(Nov 20) North Central @ Tinora – Scrimmage
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Montpelier Locomotive Fall Sports Awards Announced

PHOTOS PROVIDED

FOOTBALL … Jaden VanTong-Kak Brown Award, Payton Pease-Offensive Skilled
Award, Clay Turner-JV Offensive Award, Kolden Uribes-Special Teams Award, Da-
kota Benner-Defensive Skilled Award, Austin Peffley-Defensive Line Award, Rowen
Beck-JV Defensive Award, missing Breyer Bentley-Offensive Lineman Award.
BBC SCHOLAR ATHLETES … Front-Katie Taylor, Brookelyn Dye, Alexis Marihugh,
Elizabeth Fritsch, Aubree Moss, Joy Scholma. Middle-Kimme Engels, Rheanna
Stoy, Jacqueline Carlson, Hanna Bumb. Back-Aaron Stoy, Brock O’ Neal, Tyler
Rupp, Evan Friend, Jaden VanTong.

BOYS AND GIRLS GOLF … Addison Thompson-Girls Coaches Award, Brookelyn
Dye-Girls Most Valuable Golfer, Brock O’ Neal-Harold Karnes Award, Aaron Stoy-
Boys Most Valuable Golfer, Hunter Burlew-Boys Most Improved Golfer.

BOYS CC … Thomas Jay-Coaches Award, Daniel Belknap-Most Improved & MVP.

“THE VILLAGE REPORTER”
ATHLETES OF THE WEEK

FALL CHEERLEADING … Allison Altaffer-Most Spirited, Kija Watterson-Most Im-
proved, Sage Gauden-MVP, Alison Lamontagne-Coaches Award.

SAM PETERSEN KINSEY FINNEN VOLLEYBALL … Hanna Bumb-Varsity Offensive Award/Teammate Of The Year,
ARCHBOLD HIGH SCHOOL DELTA HIGH SCHOOL Kiah Sanders-JV Most Improved, Kennedy Caudill-JV MVP, Jaelyn Lyons-Varsity
Offensive Award, Erin Prekop-Varsity Most Improved, Aubree Moss-Varsity Defen-
The male athlete of the week is The female Athlete of the Week sive Award, Ashley Caudill-Freshman Most Improved, Jessi Bumb- Freshman MVP.
Archbold football player Sam Peters- is Delta volleyball player Kinsey
en. After playing running back all Finnen. Last week, Finnen signed
season, Sam stepped into the quar- a letter of intent to continue her
terback role for the Bluestreaks re- academic and volleyball career at
gional semifinal game after his twin Owens Community College in To-
brother Gabe suffered a knee injury ledo. During her senior season she
in the quarterfinals. Petersen had led the Lady Panthers in serving
29 carries for 155 yards and was aces, serve receiving, attacks, and
7-18 passing for 127 yards with two kills per set and was second on the
touchdowns and one interception team in digs. She received 1st team
as Archbold lost a heartbreaker to All NWOAL honors as well as being
Marion Pleasant 28-24 in Findlay on named 2nd team All District 7.
November 10th.

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Five Wauseon Athletes Sign Letters Of Intent

BASKETBALL ... Austin Rotroff recently signed his National Letter of Intent to con- PHOTOS PROVIDED
tinue his education and basketball career at Duquesne University (NCAA D-I) in
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Front row: Kevin Rotroff (father), Austin Rotroff, Kristi WRESTLING ... Sandro Ramirez recently signed his National Letter of Intent to
Rotroff (mother) Back row: Head Basketball Coach Chad Burt. continue his education and wrestling career at Notre Dame College (NCAA D-II) in
South Euclid, Ohio. Front row: Mercedes Ramirez (mother), Sandro Ramirez, Abel
Ramirez (father). Back row: Assistant Wrestling Coach Jordan Smith.

Hilltop Football & Cheer Awards

BASEBALL ... Carter Stump recently committed to continue his education and CHEER AWARDS ... Left to right-Aubrie Calvin (BBC Scholar Athlete), Zoi Bau-
baseball career at Taylor University (NAIA) in Upland, Indiana. Front row: Jenny er (BBC Scholar Athlete), Emma Dill (Spirit Award), Vivien Ewing (Most Improved
Stump (mother), Carter Stump, Rex Stump (father)Back row: Wauseon baseball Award), Haylee Sexton (BBC Scholar Athlete, Captain’s Award).
coach Trent Thomas.

VOLLEYBALL ... Jennifer Sanders recently committed to continue her education FOOTBALL ... Front row-Jack Blaisdell (TAAC 2nd team offensive line, TAAC 2nd
and volleyball career at Anderson University (NCAA D-III) in Anderson, Indiana. team defensive line, Best Offensive Lineman Award), Ben Routhier (BBC Scholar
Front row: Tonya Sanders (mother), Jennifer Sanders, Doug Sanders (father) Back Athlete), Riley Burdine (BBC Scholar Athlete), Hayden Brown (TAAC Honorable
row: Wauseon Head Volleyball Coach Bill Blanchong, Assistant Coach Kayla Heis- Mention Defensive Back, Most Improved Award). Second row-Christian McKinney
ing. (BBC Scholar Athlete, TAAC 2nd team Defensive Back), Elijah Wagner (TAAC 2nd
team Defensive Line), Chase Masters (BBC Scholar Athlete, TAAC 1st Team Offen-
sive Line, TAAC 1st Team Linebacker, Best Defensive Player Award), Tyler Suboski
(BBC Scholar Athlete, TAAC 1st Team Running Back, Senior Award, MVP Award).
Third Row-Steven Riley (TAAC Honorable Mention Wide Receiver), Austin Schaffner
(BBC Scholar Athlete, TAAC Honorable Mention Offensive Line), Sam Shilling (BBC
Scholar Athlete, TAAC 2nd Team Linebacker, Hard Hat Award), Jacob Champion
(TAAC Honorable Mention Linebacker).

SWIMMING ... Nick Dilworth recently signed his National Letter of Intent to con- TOP COACH ... TAAC Coach of the Year-Nate Massie.
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Archbold Junior High Fall Teams

PHOTOS PROVIDED

ARCHBOLD 7TH GRADE FOOTBALL … Front: Alex Zamora, Wyat Fryman,
Brayden Mireles, Nathan Massengill, Jose Torres, Cade Miller. Middle: Devon Apt,
Brady Miller, Gabe Chapa, Dylan Aeschliman, Seth Foth, Kaleb Gigax, Chase Cor-
nell. Back: Hayden Dickman, Josiah Ruiz, Karter Behnfeldt, Devon Morris, Carson
Dominique, Brayton Hobbs.

MIDDLE SCHOOL CHEARLEADING … Front: Ava Knapp, Paige Morgan-Smith,
Amya Coulon. Middle: Azzaya Gutierrez, Alexa Martinez, Natalee Rose, Tommi Bok
Back: Arianna Baumgartner, Abbie Short, Arlie Lambright, Nizely Reyes.

Hilltop Volleyball Awards Night

ARCHBOLD 8TH GRADE FOOTBALL … Front: Xander Valle, Gavin Bailey, Rusty
Short, Brayden Roth, Logan Miller, Blake Rupp, DJ Newman, Caleb Zamora. Mid-
dle: Samuel Ruffer, Zane Behnfeldt, Quinn Cline, Nate Richer, Triston Rosales,
Ethan Wyse, Sean DeLeon. Back: Jose Luna, Cayden Alvarado, Elijah Schumacher,
Charlie Krieger, Logan Myers, Hunter Cullen, Spencer Simon, Bronson Baden.

PHOTO PROVIDED

AWARDS NIGHT ... Receiving awards were from left-Kendall Roth-BBC Honorable
Mention; Morgyn Siegel-BBC Scholar-Athlete, BBC Honorable Mention, Johnnie
Roth-BBC Scholar-Athlete, BBC 2nd Team; Madisyn Underwood-BBC Scholar-Ath-
lete; Hannah Riley-Most Improved Award; Aubrey Wyse-BBC Scholar-Athlete, BBC
2nd Team, District 7 Honorable Mention, and the D-Award.

New Heights Gymnastics Has

ARCHBOLD 7TH GRADE VOLLEYBALL … Front: JJ Gericke, Carly Grime, Sophie Two Sign Letters Of Intent
Rupp, Brayton Huffman, Aubrey Eicher, Maddie Thiel. Back: Student Manager,
Maura Grime, Chaney Brodbeck, Bre Boysel, Olivia Liechty, Gracie Wolf, Ella Bow-
man, Student Manager.

ARCHBOLD 8TH GRADE VOLLEYBALL … Front:-Kaitlyn Schnitkey, Harley Phil- PHOTO PROVIDED
lips, Mya Stuckey, Alli Bickel, Breanna Lloyd, Emily Walker, Kylee Miller, Chloe
Aeschliman. Back: Student Manager, Sophie Schramm, Emma Nofziger, Addison LETTERS OF INTENT ... New Heights Gymnastics located in Wauseon recently
Ziegler, Carysn Hagans, Karli Luderman, Hailey Wooley, Reagan Kohler, Kalleigh had two of their athletes sign letters of intent to continue their gymnastics careers.
Fry, Student Manager. Kelsey Martz of Delphos St. John’s High School signed with Division I Northern Il-
linois and Nicole Borkowski of Anthony Wayne High School signed with Division I
Towson University in Baltimore, Maryland. The girls are coached by Amy Nyman,
Jill Kovensky, Jon Kovensky, and Nick Distel. Pictured on the left is Martz with her
parents Dena and Steve and pictured to the right is Borkowski with her parents
Dan and Theresa.

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