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WEDNESDAY, JULY 18TH, 2018 (USPS 168-440) - VOLUME 10 EDITION 29

THIS WEEK IN Williams County Fairgrounds Wauseon School Board, City
Vandalism Prompts Curfew Come To Terms On Former
TvHIELLAGE reporter
By: James Pruitt just have a mess to clean up.” ODOT Building Lease
Montpelier Bean Days THE VILLAGE REPORTER The Williams County Sheriff’s De-
Balloon Festival Details PHOTO BY CORY JOHNSON, STAFF
The Williams County Fairgrounds partment has been notified of the inci-
•••• will be off limits during the overnight dent. LEASE AGREEMENT ... The former Ohio Depart-
Treasurer Josh Mandel hours to the public after vandals caused ment of Transportation building on Shoop Avenue in
Announces Launch Of The minor damage to two barns. To prevent further damage, a cur- Wauseon will be leased to Wauseon Schools to be used
Village Of Edon Checkbook few is in effect for the hours of 11 p.m. for bus maintenance.
Fair officials were notified of the to 6 a.m. for all persons except for law
•••• damage by the Junior Fair Board July enforcement or emergency responders By: Cory Johnson
Parade, Games & More 9 when its members came for a work based on the grounds or people who are THE VILLAGE REPORTER
night. As a result of the incident, the fair part of a scheduled rental. Members of the Wauseon Exempted Village Schools
At Annual Delta president and vice president made an Board of Education authorized Superintendent Larry
Chicken Festival executive order closing the fairgrounds People found on the grounds after Brown and Treasurer Dave Fleming to enter into an
from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. hours will be documented by law en- agreement with the City of Wauseon for the lease of the
•••• forcement and asked to leave. Those vacated Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT)
Crosley Car Aficionados The vandals caused minor damage who make it a regular occurrence may building during their July 10 meeting.
to the goat and beef barns, Fair Board be cited for trespassing. Part of the Shoop Avenue site will now be used as
Gather In Wauseon President Matt Kennedy said. a maintenance area for district-owned vehicles. The
•••• The Fair Board will meet July 19 to building was turned over to the city after a new ODOT
“No significant damage to warrant discuss a formal curfew policy. county garage was erected north of Wauseon last year.
Pioneer Turns Out For Parade any insurance claim,” Kennedy said A lease agreement has been drafted by City Law Direc-
•••• July 10. “It will not impact the fair; we James can be reached at tor Tom McWatters, but he cost and other parameters
[email protected] have not yet been released.
Fayette Village Council “I want to thank the city for sharing the resources
Approves Hiring Of they have that were provided by ODOT,” Brown said.
Zachary Lester “We look forward to sharing services in the future, like
•••• they’re offering this building for maintenance.”
Brown’s original request to the city was to use the
American Cars Celebrated In building for maintenance and storage of the school’s
Montpelier bus fleet. Wauseon City Council members rejected the
•••• request as city zoning laws would not allow for fenc-
ing all around the property to safehold the district’s
Pioneer Village Council assets. City officials also expressed concern that the
Grants Enterprise Zone appearance of buses parked outside the facility would
Request For Reifel Industries create an eyesore on the traffic-heavy Shoop Avenue.
However, Brown added that even without storage ca-
S SReporter pacity, the building “certainly does improve our main-
PORT tenance facility tremendously.”
The school board also passed a motion to submit a
WILLIAMS & FULTON COUNTY (NORTHWEST OHIO) SPORTS ACTION renewal for an existing eight-year tax levy to the Fulton
County Board of Elections. The measure would renew
Archbold ACME Baseball Bryan ACME Baseball Headed To the original 2011 levy to pay for the district’s general
Wins District Championship State For First Time Since 1999 operations- adding no new cost to taxpayers and would
be placed on the midterm election ballot on November
PHOTO PROVIDED 6. The levy generates $841,049 annually.
DISTRICT CHAMPS … The Bryan Golden Bears are headed to the State ACME In other new business, board members approved the
baseball tournament for the first time since 1999 as a result of their 12-3 win over following donations from the Wauseon Athletic Boost-
Defiance in the District Championship game on Monday night in Bryan. Bryan will ers to the Wauseon Athletic Department: $397.90 for
now face Coldwater in the state quarterfinals on Saturday, July 21st at 5pm in NWOAL champ plaques; $800 for volleyball uniforms;
Defiance. $1,200 for girls cross country uniforms; $2,040 for
baseball uniforms; $3,125 for a football blocking sled;
PHOTO PROVIDED Zack Dohm Makes It A Weekend and $3,130 for a track timing system. Also approved
STATE BOUND ... The Archbold Bluestreaks wrapped up a District title as they Sweep At Oak Shade Raceway was a motion to transfer $1,621.30 from the District
defeated Kalida 10-0 in six innings on Sunday, July 15th in Hamler. Archbold now Agency fund for tournaments to the Athletics Fund.
advances to the State tournament in Defiance where they will face Perrysburg in
the quarterfinals on Saturday, July 21st at 12:00pm CONTINUED ON PAGE 3

12U Bryan Jr. Lady Bears By: Scott Hammer Friday night’s winner, Taylor Cook, run- Swanton Fireworks
Zack Dohm definitely made the six- ning third. Set For September 8
hour trek from Cross Lanes, West Vir- A caution flag on lap 21 slowed the
Finish As League Runners Up ginia, a worthwhile one, winning a com- field a final time, but McKinney had A heat index of over 100 degrees on June 30 caused
bined $15,000 at Oakshade Raceway the field covered and went on to take officials to postpone the Fireworks Fest to be held at
over the weekend by sweeping both the checkered flag with Ruhlman and Swanton High School on that day. The Village has
DIRTcar Summer Nationals events in- Cook finishing second and third. Bobby since selected September 8 to hold an end of the sum-
cluding the $10,000 to win 20th Annual Stremme ended up fourth with Brad Ei- mer part at the school. The party will include a fire-
Birthday Race on Saturday night. tniear finishing fifth. NASCAR Camping works display.
Last year’s Birthday Race winner, World Truck driver Matt Crafton could
Kent Robinson, started on the pole and only muster a seventh place finish just The part will begin at 6:00 pm and will include mu-
led the first 10 laps of the 60-lap Birth- behind Josh Scott. sic, food, and other family fun with the fireworks slated
day Race main event. Zack Dohm made Cory Gumm started in the second to begin at dusk.
a charge to the front to the inside of Rob- row of the compact feature event and im-
inson on lap 11 and never looked back. mediately got to the front at the drop of
Dohm ran numerous laps behind Jon the green flag. Several drivers running in
Henry who was running at the tail of the the top five including Eric Carr and Ken
lead lap cars trying not to get lapped. Watts had issues that brought out cau-
This kept Robinson and Frank Heck- tions and sent them to the tail of the field
enast Jr. in a tight pack behind Dohm. for the restarts.
Robinson made a bid for the lead on lap Waldron, Michigan’s Brogan Rehklau
35 by sticking his nose to the inside of took advantage of a restart after an ear-
Dohm, but Dohm was able to fend off ly caution to get by Gumm for the race
the challenge. Finally, after what seemed lead and went on to pick up the feature
like an eternity, Henry slipped up from win over Gumm. Joe Elliot finished third
the bottom and allowed Dohm and the after starting 10th and Matt Brazeau
rest of the front runners to get by. Short- climbed up through the field to end up
ly thereafter, Henry abruptly slowed in fourth after starting 12th.
turn two which brought out the caution The final leg of the Oakshade/Attica
flag on lap 46. Late Model Challenge Series takes place
PHOTO PROVIDED With clear track ahead, Dohm went this weekend at Attica Raceway Park
FUTURE LADY BEARS ... The 12U Bryan Junior Lady Bears recently ended their on Friday night and then wrapping up
season as league runners-up, falling to an undefeated Liberty Center team. on to add his name to the elite list of Saturday at Oakshade Raceway. Steve
Oakshade Birthday Race winners with
Robinson settling for the runner up po- Kester has a slim 3 point lead over Ryan
Hilltop 10U Black sition. Heckenast Jr. finished third and Missler and Devin Shiels is only three
the 2018 DIRTcar Summer Nationals back from him so it will be a tight battle
Completes Undefeated Season champion, Brian Shirley from Chatham, going into the final two nights of compe-
Illinois, ended up fourth. Ryan Unzicker tition.
wound up finishing fifth. In addition to the UMP Late Models,
Mike McKinney out of Plainfield, Il- the AmeriGas UMP Sportsman and Hot
linois, started on the pole of the Sum- Rod Welding & Engineering Bombers will
mit Racing Modified Nationals feature be back in action at Oakshade Raceway
event and led the entire 25-lap distance. on Saturday night along with compacts.
Last year’s winner, Brian Ruhlman po- Gates open at 4pm, hot laps start at 6pm
Ohio State TransfnereWwohlabaughsitioned himself into second early with and racing at 7pm.

Can Play This Fall At Duke

PHOTO PROVIDED DURHAM, N.C. (AP) — The NCAA will fensive line after losing two-year start-
PERFECT SEASON ... Hilltop Black sponsored by Layman Construction recently allow Duke center Jack Wohlabaugh to ing center Austin Davis. The 6-foot-4,
captured the 10U tournament championship to finish their season 22-0. Team play this fall after transferring from Ohio 300-pound Wohlabaugh participated in
members pictured are: Front row from left: Kenley Routt, Giada Rising, Eleana State. Duke’s spring practices behind redshirt
VanArsdalen, Hayden Johangten, Halle Jones, Kennedy Bailey, Kelsy Connolly, senior Zach Harmon, though all 22 of
Gyllyan Proper. Back Row from left: Coach Melissa Routt, Libbie Baker, McKenna Wohlabaugh joined the Blue Devils Harmon’s career starts had come at the
Mayer, Brynn Rodriguez, Brandy Lantz, and Coach Zac Rising. program in January with three seasons left or right guard positions.
of eligibility remaining. Transfers typi-
cally must sit out a year at their new Wohlabaugh didn’t see game action
school per NCAA rules, but Duke said in two seasons with the Buckeyes pro-
Wednesday that the NCAA has approved gram.
a waiver request that grants immediate
eligibility to the redshirt sophomore. MEoxcrelusAivPelcyoalltege football: http://col-
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Erin Gerschutz Is Settling In To Her
New Position At The Edon Senior Center

By: Timothy Kays ing curve. There’s about 10 or 12 seniors that come on
THE VILLAGE REPORTER average. Mostly we play cards in the morning, and then we
have lunch; we serve that at 11:30. After lunch, we play
“Let the beauty of what you card games, or we do bingo. I’m trying to work in some
different activities to get something else mixed in besides
love, be what you do.” just cards.”
Jalāl ad-Dīn Muhammad Rūmī
Like Rumi suggested, Erin is doing what she loves. “I
The Edon Senior Center guess what really motivates me is to be able to help seniors
Site Manager post has had have a good quality of life,” she said. “A part of that is doing
her name on it for a while, more with the programming, and trying to come up with
but it took Edgerton’s Erin new ideas of things that we can do as a group, or people
Dockery Gerschutz a little that we can have come in and talk to the seniors.”
while to get there. A mem-
ber of the Edgerton Class “We did do exercises a couple days which I think was
of 1997, Erin is the wife of a challenge, but the seniors were open to it. It was a good
THE NEW KID IN TOWN Mark Gerschutz, and the experience for them. I want seniors who don’t come to
... Edgerton’s Erin Dock- mother of twelve year old know that we’re here...that we serve lunch, that there’s no
ery Gerschutz has hit the Clara, and eight year old required amount to pay for lunch...just a suggested dona-
ground running at the Henry. “I went to college for tion, and it’s a hot meal every day. Then you can socialize.
Edon Senior Center. gerontology,” she said, “... If you stay for the activities...good. If not, at least you’ve
had a meal and been out of the house for a little bit. We
which is the study of aging. can transport, so there are a few ladies that I go and pick
Working at a senior center was something that I had pic- up every day, or a few times a week to come in.”
tured for myself at the time. I didn’t get a job with that
right away. I actually worked for Social Security for about “I go to their house and pick them up, bring them here,
eight years as a claims representative, but I decided to be a and then I take them back home at the end of the day.
stay at home mom after my second child was born. When I People are here between 9:00 and 2:00 on a regular ba-
saw this position in the paper, it just seemed like the right sis, and I’m obviously here from 8:00 to 3:30. I’m open to
opportunity in the right timing for me to go back to work.” new ideas. If people have suggestions, or if they want to
Starting her new job in May, Erin only has about six volunteer and get involved in some way with helping, that
weeks of experience under her belt, but she loves the would be great. They can call here, which the number is
people that she works with. “I’m really pretty new; there’s 419-272-2070, and just ask for Erin.”
been a lot to learn,” she said. “The seniors have all been
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Local Obituaries Friedholm Woelke (1937 - 2018)
Donna Luebker (1923 - 2018) Doris Gibson (1923 - 2018)
(Defiance Resident)
(Resident of Wauseon) (Montpelier Resident)

Donna Luebker, age Doris Maureen Gib- Friedhelm Woelke,
94, of Wauseon, was son, 95, of Montpelier, age 81, of Novi Michigan,
welcomed into the lov- Ohio and formerly of passed away at 6:41 P.M.
ing arms of her Savior Foristell, Missouri, went on Tuesday, July 10, 2018,
Jesus Christ on July 10, home to be with the Lord at Glenn Park of Defiance
2018. She was born in on Thursday, July 12, where he was a resident.
Wauseon, Ohio on August 2018 at Evergreen Manor Mr. Woelke had immi-
5, 1923, to Ralph and Ma- Nursing Home in Mont- grated to the United States
bel (Mohler) Biddle. At the pelier. from Germany where he
start of the depression was born and raised and
they moved to the fam- She was born on April for many years worked as
ily farm outside of Liberty 9, 1923 in Pevely, Mis- was a manufacturing en-
Center. souri to Charles J. and Ollie M. (Adams) Lammert. gineer for Bohle Machine
She attended Liberty Center Schools, graduating in Doris graduated from Normandy High School in St. Tools in Farmington, Mich-
1941. She married Bill Luebker in January of 1945. Louis, Missouri in 1940 and then attended Miss Hick- igan, until his retirement.
Bill and Donna farmed for many years in Fulton Coun- ey Secretary School in St. Louis for one year. On May Fiedhelm Woelke was born on March 25, 1937, in
ty. They raised award winning Holstein Cows. They 29, 1941 she married Fadaylis F. Gibson in Moscow Oberjoellenbeck, German, the son of Friedrich Hermann
were blessed with three children. Husband Bill, son Mills, Missouri and he preceded her in death in 1987. Heinrich and Helene Johanne Maria (Temming) Woelke.
John, and daughter Annette preceded her in death. Doris retired as vice president of Duro-Flex Prod- He married Marlene Bitz on June 19, 1967, in Orchard
Surviving is daughter, Margaret (Curtis) Frick of Elk ucts in Foristell, Missouri after 32 years of service. Lake, Michigan and she preceded him in death in 1992.
Rapids, MI; granddaughters, Allison (John) Mach and While working as vice president she was also book- Surviving are two sisters including, Renaté Sieck-
Monica Frick; and two great-granddaughters, Julie keeper, secretary and treasurer. Doris was a member mann and Erika Wormann, both of Bielefeld, Germany;
and Haley Mach. Her two brothers, Gordon Biddle and of the First Baptist Church in Wentzville, Missouri. and locally, two nieces, Jennifer Mocherman, of Defi-
Kenneth Biddle predeceased her. She is survived by She is survived by four sons, Fadaylis “Scott” (Jes- ance, and Sandra Farris, of Montpelier, Ohio. There will
brothers, Bill (Pauline) of Johnstown, OH and Jim (Ju- sica) Gibson, of Concordia, MO, Guy (Mary) Gibson be no local services and interment will take place in Glen
die) of Lima, OH; and sister-in-law, Sue Biddle of Del- of Bowling Green, MO, Michael (Holly) Gibson of Eden Lutheran Memorial Park in Livonia, Michigan.
ta. Also, many nieces, nephews, and valued friends, Warrenton, MO and Greg (Jill) Gibson of Warrenton,
including Nancy Keipert and Sherry Franks. MO; one daughter, GayLynn (Pastor Donald) Harris of Reporter
Donna served as an advisor for the York Boosters Montpelier; twenty grandchildren; forty great grand- www.thevillagereporter.com
4-H Club. She was a member of the DAR and Trin- children; numerous great great grandchildren; and
ity Lutheran Church. She served as church treasurer, one sister, Doyne L. Grenia of St. Louis, MO. YOUR HOMETOWN NEWS SOURCE FOR WILLIAMS & FULTON COUNTY, OHIO
taught Sunday School, and led Bible Studies for her Doris was preceded in death by her parents and
women’s circle. From 1941 – 1944 and again from husband of 46 years, Fadaylis Gibson. NORTHWEST OHIO COVERAGE AREAS
1955 – 1985 she was a legal secretary for lawyers in A time to receive friends will be held on Saturday,
Wauseon and Delta. July 21, 2018 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm at Pitman
The family requests that memorial contributions be Funeral Home, 1545 Wentzville Parkway, Wentzville,
given to Trinity Lutheran Church. Online condolences MO 63385. A funeral service will take place immedi-
may be offered to the family at www.grisierfh.com. ately following visitation at 12:00 pm at the funeral
home with Pastor Don Harris to officiate. Doris will be
Marshall Leslie (1924 - 2018) laid to rest at Linn Cemetery in Wentzville.
Memorial contributions may be given to the Ameri-
(Graduate of Bryan High School) can Cancer Society. Online condolences may be left at
www.thethompsonfunrealhome.com.

Marshall C. Leslie, Norman Malvitz (1926 - 2018) REGULATION & POLICY:
age 93, of Stryker, Ohio,
passed away on Tues- (Member of Emmaus Lutheran Church in Wauseon) •Order a subscription via a few mouse clicks at www.
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1942 graduate of Bryan 92 of Wauseon, passed •Subscribers receive 52 editions per year; papers are
High School, was a lifelong away from this life on Sat- mailed every Wednesday afternoon.
farmer and for twenty-five urday, July 14, 2018, at •All subscription and advertisement sales are final, re-
years was manager of the Genacross Lutheran Ser- funds are not issued.
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came to know the Lord uary 31, 1926 in Brown- dress.
in his teens, had an un- town Township, Wayne •“Letters To The Editor” are welcomed. Publication is left
wavering faith in God and County, Michigan, to Fred to the discretion of the publisher with respect given to
was a lifelong active member of Lick Creek Church and Myrtle (Scherer) Mal- opinion, yet protection given to the subject.
of the Brethren serving as a deacon, Sunday school vitz. •Newspaper counter sales are available throughout Wil-
superintendent, on the building committee when the He graduated from Car- liams and Fulton Counties in Northwest Ohio.
church was being built and various other positions. VETERAN leton (MI) High School •Newspaper deadline for submitting news releases, sports
He enjoyed spending time with family, traveling and statistics and advertisements stands at the Friday prior to
was known for his work ethic and honesty. He had a in 1944, and enlisted in publication by 5:00 p.m.
commercial pilot’s license with an instrument rating the US Army shortly after, serving his country during •The Village Reporter holds the right to refuse service and/
and loved flying his Cessna airplane. World War II in the U.S. and in Europe from 1944-46. or determine information posted within our publication.
Marshall was born on November 11, 1924, near One of his fondest memories from that time was be-
Bryan, Ohio, the son of Marshall C. and Wealthy M. ing inspected by General George S. Patton, while serv-
(Workman) Leslie. He married his wife of seventy years, ing during the war. From 1947-1968, as a member
Joan Wyman, on May 24, 1947, in Pioneer, Ohio, and of the US Air Force, his service took him to Europe
she preceded him in death on February 18, 2017. four times, Alaska three times, and Hawaii twice. He
Marshall is survived by three daughters, Marsha served in fifteen countries, including Taiwan and Ja-
Engle, of Seattle, Washington, Gayle Worrell of Colo- pan during his Air Force career.
rado Springs, Colorado, and Diane Stewart, of Pick- In 1951, he married Mary Sagesser at St. Johns
ins, South Carolina; seven grandchildren; four great Lutheran Church in Waltz, Michigan. They had two 115 Broad Street, Montpelier, Ohio
grandchildren; and a sister, Mary Alice Carpenter. He children, Patricia Jean and David Earl. During his Open: Mon. - Fri. (9 a.m. - 5 p.m).; Sat. (9 a.m. - 12 p.m.)
was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, military career, the family lived in New York, Arizona,
Alden Leslie; and two sisters, Evelyn Miller and Erma Missouri, Michigan, and Florida before eventually set- Phone: (419) 485-4851 / Fax: (877) 778-9425
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In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made After Mary’s death in 1969, the family moved to Website: www.thevillagereporter.com
to the Lick Creek Church of the Brethren, 1500 Center Wauseon. In 1972, he married Marie Lawrence, resid-
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Viola Shipman (1924 - 2018) ing in Wauseon until her death in 1999. In 2002, he WILLIAMS COUNTY FULTON COUNTY
married Elizabeth Flory and moved to Napoleon until
(Resident of Defiance) her death in 2013. He then moved back to Wauseon
until his health caused him to enter Genacross Lu- STRYKER FAYETTE
Viola Mae Shipman, 93 theran Services, where he lived until his passing. Stryker Main Stop Circle K,
of Defiance, Ohio passed He was a member of Emmaus Lutheran Church in Main Stop,
to her eternal home on Wauseon, serving as Deacon, Elder, and assistant WEST UNITY Dollar General
Sunday, July 08, 2018 at treasurer. He was an active member of Wauseon Valero, Shamrock, ARCHBOLD
Buena Vista Assisted Liv- American Legion Post 265, and also a life member of Valero,
ing in Hemet, California. the Air Force Sergeants Association. During his retire- Dollar General Super Value,
ment years, he enjoyed traveling to Florida and spend- MONTPELIER Rite Aid, Circle K,
Present with her were ing time on his fishing boat on Lake Erie. Ace Automotive, Dollar General,
her son, Sidney P. (Barba- Norman is survived by his two children, Patricia Main Stop, Circle K, Pop Shop
ra) Shipman, II of Hemet, (Thomas) Galbraith and David (Jenny) Malvitz, both of The Village Reporter, DELTA
CA and her granddaugh- Wauseon, four grandchildren, and seven great-grand- Dollar General, Rowes, Dollar General,
ter, Melissa and Matt children. He is also survived by his sister, Sharon Millers New Market, Kwik Stop
Buselt of Hemet, CA. Born (James) Roberts of Temperance, MI, and his brothers, Two Brothers Market, Delta Speedway
Thursday, November 13, Fred Malvitz and Harold (Bev) Malvitz of Carleton, MI. Rings Pharmacy PETTISVILLE
1924, she was a wonder- He is preceded in death by his parents, wives, sister, Sunday’s Market
ful pastor’s wife to her late Shirley Langton, and his brother, Melvin Malvitz. BRYAN WAUSEON
husband, Sidney Shipman, I. Those wishing a memorial contribution in Norman’s Circle K, Main Stop, Chief Supermarket,
Viola worked for 40 years as a secretary at Ameri- memory are asked to consider Emmaus Lutheran Fountain City Ice House, Marathon, Walmart
can States Insurance. In her free time, she loved bowl- Church or the charity of your choice. Online condo- Dollar General, Walmart Courtview Mart
ing, golfing, playing the piano, cards and enjoyed play- lences to the family may be left at www.grisierfh.com. Shell, Circle K,
ing the dice game, Farkle; with her family and friends. The Edgar-Grisier Funeral Home in Wauseon has been Phil’s One Stop Dollar General
Viola was a weight-watcher champion and lived a very entrusted with arrangements. PIONEER LYONS
active lifestyle, enjoying speed walking at the mall. Main Stop
Surviving are son, Sidney Paul Shipman, II, daugh- Bradley Gee (1950 - 2018) Main Stop, Village Market, SWANTON
ter, Connie Nolte; daughter-in-love, Barbara Shipman; Dollar General Dollar General
grandchildren, Melissa Buselt of Hemet, CA, Sidney (Delta Resident)
Paul Shipman, III of Denver, CO, Samantha Haggar- HOLIDAY CITY
ty of Wilderesville, TN, Robert Nolte of Savannah, GA Bradley W. Gee, age 67, of Delta, passed away Fri- Hutch’s Marathon
and 6 great grandchildren. She is preceded in death day afternoon, July 13, 2018, at Swanton Valley Cen-
by her husband, Sidney Shipman, two sisters and her ter, in Swanton. Mr. Gee had been a machinist and EDON
brother. tool maker for Markey Bronze in Delta. Slattery
A public graveside service will be held at 3:00 PM. Shamrock
on Saturday, August 25, 2018 at Greenlawn Cemetery Bradley was born in Wauseon on October 7, 1950,
in Delta. Online condolences may be sent to the fam- the son of Gerald and Jean (Michael) Gee. He is sur- EDGERTON METAMORA
ily through our website at www.barnesfuneralchapel. vived by his friends, Ronald Barth of Montpelier and Main Stop, C-Store TMart
com. Leslie Lulfs of Delta. He was preceded in death by his
parents. Postmaster, please send address corrections to:

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Obits (Continued) CONTINUED FROM THE FRONT PAGE

Wauseon School Board, City Come To Terms ...

Leona Ebersole (1920 - 2018) The board offered one-year limited certificated con- nior high track coach; and Todd Wyse, assistant base-
tracts to Lauren Martinez as a middle school math ball coach.
(Attended Fayette Church of the Nazarene) teacher and Kaitlin Szozda as the middle school guid-
ance counselor; one-year limited classified contracts One-year limited outside athletic supplemen-
Leona Belle Ebersole, 97, long time resident of the to April Jackson and Stephanie Duvall as elementary tal contracts were awarded to Tracy Elson as a high
North Baltimore Ohio area, died, early Saturday morn- school teacher aides, and to Susan Morgan and Gwen school boys assistant soccer coach, Kyle Storrer as
ing, July 14, 2018, at Fairlawn Haven Nursing Home Murry as two-hour cooks at the primary school and volunteer assistant golf coach, and Samantha Morr as
in Archbold, Ohio. She was born August 29, 1920, in high school, respectively. assistant Speech Team advisor.
Toledo, Ohio, to John and Hazel (Henson) Tiplady.
Also approved were the resignations of: Kristine Motions were approved to set school supply and
In 1940, Leona married Blair Arthur Siders, who Ritter as a middle school intervention specialist, ef- workbook fees for the 2018-19 school year at $25 for
died in 1958. Leona married Daniel “Bus” Ebersole in fective July 31; Jennifer Little, eighth grade language grades K-8; establish the 1:1 initiative Insurance Pro-
1963. He preceded her in death in 1985. arts teacher, effective July 31; Karen Cheezan, el- tection Fund payment as $30 for the coming school
ementary school teacher aide, effective July 5; and year; and to approve the second reading of a NEOLA
Raised in Neapolis, Leona graduated from White- Brittani Gerken, cafe supervisor, effective August 10. bylaw policy revision.
house High School in 1938. She then attended beauty The transfer of Michelle Cantu from primary school
school in Toledo and later opened Leona’s Beauty Sa- preschool aide to high school teacher aide and one- Board members also approved an overnight trip to
lon on Summit Street in North Baltimore, which she year limited non-athletic supplemental contracts to Chicago, Ill., for the high school A Cappella Choir for a
operated for 57 years. She was a long-time member of Kaitlin Szozda for eight extended days and to Saman- Field Museum performance and a VanderCook College
the North Baltimore Chamber of Commerce. tha Metzger for four extended days, respectively, for of Music clinic session, April 11-13, 2019.
the 2018-19 school year were also passed.
Leona attended Sonlight Assembly of God in Before adjourning, the board entered into executive
Weston, OH, and the Fayette Church of the Nazarene. The board also approved one-year limited athletic session to discuss employment of personnel with no
In her spare time, she enjoyed watching television, so- contracts to: Joe Allen, head track coach; Kyle Borton, action taken.
cializing, gardening, and watching birds at her feeders. assistant track coach; Mike Colon, head track coach;
Jennifer Croninger, head softball coach; Steve Marks, The next Wauseon Exempted Village Schools Board
Leona is survived by a daughter, Judy (Larry assistant baseball coach; Stan Schmidt, boys tennis of Education regular meeting is scheduled for Mon-
“Butch”) Leady of Fayette; a sister in-law, Donna Tipla- coach; Trent Thomas, head baseball coach; Tom Ver- day, August 13, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. at the Wauseon
dy of Neapolis, OH; eight grandchildren, Dawn Leady, not, assistant track coach; Michelle Winters, head ju- Middle School.
Suzette (Kevin) Boesger, and Brent Leady, all of Fay-
ette; Blair “Duke” Leady of Urbana, OH; Jay Siders and Cory may be reached at
Chip Siders of Toledo; Quinn Siders of West Helena, [email protected].
AR; Wendy Sutton of AR; and five great-grandchildren.
Treasurer Josh Mandel Announces Launch
She was preceded in death by her parents, hus- Of The Village Of Edon Checkbook
bands, a son, Gordon, a daughter in-law, Gwen Siders
and a brother, Norman Tiplady. COLUMBUS– Ohio Treasurer Josh Mandel an- or vendor;
nounced today the launch of the Village of Edon’s on- • Fully dynamic interactive charts to drill down on
Memorial contributions in honor of Leona can be line checkbook on OhioCheckbook.com. In December
made to the Fayette Church of the Nazarene. 2014, Treasurer Mandel launched OhioCheckbook. state spending;
com, which sets a new national standard for govern- • Functionality to compare state spending year-
Debra Killian (1920 - 2018) ment transparency and for the first time in Ohio histo-
ry puts all state spending information on the internet. over-year or among agencies; and,
(Member of Bryan Women’s Bowling Association) OhioCheckbook.com recently earned Ohio the number • Capability to share charts or checks with social
one government transparency ranking in the country
Debra A. Killian, age for the third year in a row. media networks, and direct contact for agency fiscal
61, of Bryan, Ohio, died offices.
on Friday, April 27, 2018, The Village of Edon is the fourth village in Williams
as a result of injuries she County to post their spending on OhioCheckbook. In March 2015, the U.S. Public Interest Research
sustained during a fire at com. The Village of Edon’s online checkbook includes Group (U.S. PIRG) released their annual “Following
her home. over 17,000 individual transactions that represent the Money 2015” report and Treasurer Mandel earned
more than $4.2 million of total spending over the past Ohio the number one transparency ranking in the
Debra worked as a ser- five years. country for providing online access to government
vice technician at Snow’s spending data. Ohio was prominently featured in
Fire Protection for 34 ½ “I believe the people of Williams County have a the report after climbing from 46th to 1st in spending
years. She was an active right to know how their tax money is being spent, and transparency as a result of Treasurer Mandel’s release
bowler and member of the I applaud local leaders here for partnering with my of OhioCheckbook.com. Due to the launch of Ohio-
Bryan Women’s Bowling office to post the finances on OhioCheckbook.com,” Checkbook.com, Ohio received a perfect score of 100
Association. said Treasurer Mandel. “By posting local government points – the highest score in the history of the U.S.
Debra was born on May 18, 1956, in Bryan, the spending online, we are empowering taxpayers across PIRG transparency rankings.
daughter of Paul and Doris (North) Goshorn. She mar- Ohio to hold public officials accountable.”
ried James M. Killian on August 21, 1980, in Bryan In April 2016, U.S. PIRG announced that Treasur-
and he survives. “In this technological age, the Village of Edon is hap- er Mandel earned Ohio the number one government
Deb is also survived by her children, Amanda (Rob- py to participate in the OhioCheckbook.com program,” transparency ranking in the country for the second
ert) Grymonprez, of Bryan and James P. Killian, both said Village of Edon Fiscal Officer Heidi Bidwell. “Now consecutive year in a row. Due to the launch of Ohio-
of Bryan, Amy (Craig) Sampson, of Marion, Ohio and our residents can more conveniently access informa- Checkbook.com, Ohio again received the highest per-
Edward, Killian, of Bryan; eight grandchildren; three tion to better understand how their money is being fect score of 100 points – marking the second time in
great-grandchildren; her father, Paul Goshorn, of spent to continually improve our community.” two years Ohio received the highest possible score in
Montpelier and brothers, Bruce (Connie) Goshorn, of the history of the U.S. PIRG transparency rankings.
West Unity and Floyd (Joyce) Goshorn, of Fremont, On April 7, 2015 Treasurer Mandel sent a letter to
California. She was preceded in death by her mother, 18,062 local government and school officials repre- In April 2018, Ohio once again earned the number
Doris Goshorn. senting 3,962 local governments throughout the state one ranking in the country for government transpar-
Memorial services are pending with Krill Funeral calling on them to place their checkbook level data ency for the third consecutive year by U.S. PIRG. Due
Service, 860 West Mulberry Street, Bryan. Memorials on OhioCheckbook.com and extending an invitation to OhioCheckbook.com, Ohio again received the high-
are requested to the family or an organization of the to partner with his office at no cost to local govern- est score in the nation. U.S. PIRG cited Ohio’s addi-
donor’s choice. ments. These local governments include cities, coun- tion of local governments, pension funds and public
ties, townships, schools, library districts and other universities to OhioCheckbook.com as a primary rea-
Marvin Bernath (1930 - 2018) special districts. son for the high ranking, and praised Ohio for setting
the national standard for state spending transparency.
(Pioneer Resident) A large coalition of statewide and local government
organizations have expressed support for OhioCheck- The Treasurer’s office is partnering with OpenGov,
Marvin A. Bernath, 88, book.com and local government transparency, includ- a leading Silicon Valley government technology com-
of Pioneer passed away ing: pany, to provide residents of Ohio the ability to view
Saturday evening at his and search local government expenditures in a user-
home. He was born on • Ohio Municipal League friendly, digital format. “Ohio is setting the standard
May 3, 1930 in Franklin • Ohio Township Association for financial transparency on an unprecedented scale.
Township, Fulton County, • Ohio Association of School Business Officials We are excited to partner with the Treasurer’s office
Ohio to John and Ida (Se- • Buckeye Association of School Administrators to bring world-class technology to communities large
hlmeyer) Bernath. Marvin • County Commissioner Association of Ohio and small across the state,” said Zachary Bookman,
proudly served his coun- • County Auditor Association of Ohio CEO of OpenGov.
try in the United States • Ohio Newspaper Association
Army during the Korean • Ohio Society of CPAs For more information or to view your local govern-
• Buckeye Institute ment website, visit the Local Government option on
• Common Cause Ohio OhioCheckbook.com or click on Edon.OhioCheck-
OhioCheckbook.com was launched on December book.com.
2, 2014, marking the first time in Ohio history when
War, where he was sta- citizens could actually see every expenditure in state
tioned in Germany for a government. Since its launch, OhioCheckbook.com
VETERAN brief time. On April 23, has received overwhelming support from newspapers
1955 he married Lynette and groups across the state and, as of July 9, 2018
A. Mercer and she sur- there have been more than 981,000 total searches on
vives. the site.
Marvin was most recently a self-employed carpen- OhioCheckbook.com displays more than $644 bil-
ter, he built his home in 1977. Prior to that he worked lion in spending over the past ten years, including
for Fleetwood Travel in Edgerton as a welder for 15 more than 173 million transactions. The website in-
years, Castle in Stryker as a welder, White Motors and cludes cutting-edge features such as:
LeRoy Blaker Sawmill in Alvordton. • “Google-style” contextual search capabilities, to
He is survived by his wife of 63 years Lynette; allow users to sort by keyword, department, category
daughter Linda (Ron) Sapp of Montpelier; son Randy
(Tish) Bernath of Montpelier; six grandchildren, four-
teen great grandchildren and three great great grand-
children; and sister Lucille Siegel of Prattville, Michi-
gan.
Marvin was preceded in death by his parents, an
infant son Roger Bernath, sister Helen Erbskorn, and
a brother Harold Bernath
Memorial contributions may be made to CHP Hos-
pice of Williams County or Just for Kickz. Condolenc-
es can be left at www.thethompsonfuneralhome.com.

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POLICE, EMT, FIRE, TRAFFIC & COURT NEWS

WEST UNITY POLICE (July 9) Brookside Dr., Animal in Trap Improper backing. Fine: $65: Costs: $85. tor’s license suspended from July 3, 2018
(July 2) 911 Hang Up (July 9) E. Airport Hwy., Welfare Leggett, Levi G. (Bryan, Ohio). Seat to July 3, 2020. No future violations with-
(July 2) Unsecure Premises (2) Check-Dog in next 2 years. Possession. Fine: $150;
(July 2) Animal Complaint (July 9) N. Main St., Non-injury Crash belt. Fine: $30; Costs: $40. Costs: $40.
(July 2) Speed/Warning (July 9) Airport@Munson, Found Wallet Lemon, Melinda K. (Defiance, Ohio).
(July 2) Red Light/Warning (July 9) Dodge St., Welfare Check Poole, Raymond (West Unity, Ohio).
(July 3) Theft (July 9) W. Airport Hwy., Loose Dogs-Re- 72/55 speed. Fine: $46: Costs: $79. Theft. Fine: $250; Costs: $154.77; Jail:
(July 4) Animal Complaint turned Lester, Tara S. (Napoleon, Ohio). 42/25 180 days with 180 days suspended. No
(July 4) Suspicious Person (July 10) Airport@SH 64, Suspicious Ve- future violations within next 2 years. Res-
(July 4) Medical Emergency hicle speed. Fine: $46: Costs: $79. titution - $34.96. No contact with victim,
(July 4) Unsecure Premise (July 10) Dodge St., Welfare Check Malone, Phillip L. (Montpelier, Ohio). Donaldson Ace Hardware. Jail time con-
(July 5) Agency Assist (July 10) Cass St., Unlock Vehicle current with traffic cases.
(July 5) Domestic Dispute (July 11) E. Airport Hwy., Impaired Driver 39/25 speed. Fine: $40: Costs: $85.
(July 5) Speed/Warning (2) (July 11) Parkside Dr., Property Mocherman, Scott D. Jr. (Ney, Ohio). Purdy, Todd R. (West Unity, Ohio). Do-
(July 6) Keep the Peace (2) Damage mestic violence. Fine: $350; Costs: $358;
(July 6) Theft (July 11) Airport@Hallett, Injury 73/55 speed. Fine: $46: Costs: $79. Jail: 180 days with 180 days suspend-
(July 6) Disabled Vehicle Accident Monroe, Ned W. (Metamora, Ohio). ed. Recovery Services of Northwest Ohio.
(July 6) Agency Assist (July 11) E. Airport Hwy., Unlock SCRAM monitor. Thinking for a Change
(July 7) Agency Assist Vehicle 72/55 speed. Fine: $46: Costs: $79. program. No threatening or violent con-
(July 7) Theft (July 11) W. Airport Hwy., Reckless Driver Moser, Carol J. (Defiance, Ohio). 50/35 tact with victim. No future violations with-
(July 7) Traffic Crash (July 11) Memorial Park, 911 Hang-Up in next 5 years.
(July 7) Keep the Peace (July 11) Chestnut St., Custody speed. Fine: $46: Costs: $79.
Dispute Nofzinger, David L. (Bryan, Ohio). Seat Toomey, Gregory (Montpelier, Ohio).
SWANTON POLICE (July 11) Harrison St., Civil Dispute Telecommunications harassment. Fine:
(July 1) E. Airport Hwy., Domestic Vio- (July 11) Woodland Ave., Computer Scam belt. Fine: $30; Costs: $40. $250; Costs: $90; Jail: 30 days with 30
lence (July 12) Co. Rd. J@3, Assist Deputy Poole, Raymond J. (West Unity, Ohio). days suspended.
(July 1) Marshall Dr., Check for (July 12) E. Airport Hwy., Assist
groundhog Rescue-ill Driving under suspension. Fine: $500; WILLIAMS COUNTY COURT
(July 2) Dogwood Dr., Unruly Juvenile (July 12) E. Airport@Scott, Suspicious Costs: $131; Jail: 180 days with 90 days
(July 2) W. Airport Hwy., Assist Person suspended. Operator’s license suspended COMMON PLEAS SENTENCINGS
Rescue-ill (July 13) Valleywood Dr., Assist Rescue-ill from November 29, 2017 to November 29, Jiminez, Richard (Defiance, Ohio). Op-
(July 2) E. Airport Hwy., Accidental Alarm (July 13) Dodge St., Domestic Violence 2018. No future violations within next 2 erating a vehicle under the influence of
(July 2) E. Airport Hwy., Accidental Alarm (July 13) Airport@Hallett, Dog Left in Ve- years. Jail time concurrent with following alcohol or drug of abuse, a third degree
(July 2) E. Airport Hwy., Harassment hicle traffic case and criminal case. felony. Sentenced to a mandatory 60 day
(July 2) Lincoln St., Door to Door (July 13) Dodge St., 911 Hang Up term of incarceration through ODRC as
(July 2) E. Airport Hwy., Petitioners (July 13) E. Garfield Ave., Welfare Check Poole, Raymond J. (West Unity, Ohio). well as an additional term of 36 months,
(July 2) Dogwood Dr., Child Custody (July 14) E. Garfield Ave., Welfare Check Driving under suspension. Fine: $500; to be served consecutively, and a discre-
(July 2) E. Airport Hwy., Petitioners (July 14) SH 64 South, Reckless Costs: $151.01; Jail: 180 days with 90 tionary period of up to 3 years post re-
(July 3) E. Airport Hwy., Drug Abuse Operation days suspended. Operator’s license sus- lease control. Sentence to run consecu-
(July 3) N. Main St., Suspicious Person (July 15) E. Airport Hwy., Possible Drunk pended from January 5, 2018 to January tively with sentence imposed by Defiance
(July 3) E. Airport Hwy., Unwanted (July 15) Clark St., Suspicious Vehicle 5, 2019. No future violations within next 2 County. Credit for time served. Placed un-
Person (July 15) Elm St., Assist Rescue-ill years. Jail time concurrent with preceding der a Class II lifetime driver’s license sus-
(July 3) E. Airport Hwy., Petitioners (July 15) E. Airport Hwy., Unwanted Per- traffic case and criminal case. pension. Vehicle forfeited to the State of
(July 3) E. Airport Hwy., Non-Injury Crash son Ohio. Fined $1350 and ordered to pay all
(July 3) E. Airport Hwy., Possible (July 15) E. Airport Hwy., Unwanted Per- Ranzau, Sydney N. (Archbold, Ohio). costs of prosecution, any court-appointed
Solicitor son 66/55 speed. Fine: $46: Costs: $79. counsel costs, and any supervision fees
(July 3) Holiday Ln., 911 Hang Up permitted.
(July 3) W. Airport Hwy., Drug WILLIAMS COUNTY TRAFFIC Rice, Frank J. III (Bryan, Ohio). Driv- Moats, Robert J. (Montpelier, Ohio).
Possession Beggs, Gary A. (Montpelier, Ohio). Fail- ing under suspension. Fine: $250; Costs: Non-support of dependents, a fifth degree
(July 4) Krogers, 911 Hang Up ure to yield. Fine: $65: Costs: $85. $84; Jail: 90 days with 90 days suspend- felony. Sentenced to 3 years community
(July 4) Dodge St., Fireworks Brown, Kenneth J. (Bryan, Ohio). Fail- ed. Operator’s license suspended from control with a 180 day term of incar-
(July 4) Co. Rd. 1, Assist Deputy- ure to control. Fine: $71: Costs: $79. July 9, 2018 to August 8, 2018. ceration to be served at CCNO. All said
Domestic Brown, Tailor D. (Bryan, Ohio). Failure days of incarceration suspended pending
(July 4) W. Garfield, Fireworks to reinstate. Fine: $125: Costs: $79. Fail- Rigg, Clarissa L. (West Unity, Ohio). compliance with the terms of probation.
(July 5) Airport@S. Main, Reckless ure to yield. Fine: $50: Costs: $40. 65/55 speed. Fine: $46: Costs: $79. Fined $500 and ordered to pay all costs of
Driving Collins, Teresa E. (Pioneer, Ohio). prosecution, any court appointed counsel
(July 5) Parkside Dr., Loose Dog 66/55 speed. Fine: $46: Costs: $79. Ringer, Joyce A. (Bryan, Ohio). 66/55 costs, and any supervision fees permitted.
(July 5) W. Airport Hwy., Unlock Vehicle Delong, Christine (Defiance, Ohio). speed. Fine: $46: Costs: $79. Nichols, Gabriel J. (Bryan, Ohio). Op-
(July 5) E. Airport Hwy., Accidental Alarm 40/25 speed. Fine: $40: Costs: $85. erating a vehicle under the influence of
(July 6) W. Garfield, Suicide Threats Druhot, Michael E. (Montpelier, Ohio). Rosebrook, Robert A. (Stryker, Ohio). alcohol or drug of abuse, a fourth degree
(July 6) Dodge St., Possible Intoxicated 66/55 speed. Fine: $46: Costs: $79. 41/25 speed. Fine: $46: Costs: $79. felony. Sentenced to a mandatory 60 day
(July 6) Holiday Ln., Assist Rescue-ill Estrada, Brandon N. (Bryan, Ohio). term of incarceration through ODRC as
(July 6) E. Airport Hwy., Non-injury Crash Driving under suspension. Fine: $300; Sands, Lenix (Montpelier, Ohio). As- well as an additional term of 36 months,
(July 6) Buckthorn Dr., Notification Costs: $90; Jail: 90 days with 87 days sured clear distance ahead. Fine: $65: to be served consecutively, and a discre-
(July 6) W. Airport Hwy., Disabled suspended. Operator’s license suspended Costs: $85. tionary period of up to 3 years post re-
Vehicle from July 4, 2018 to August 3, 2018. No lease control. Credit for time served. Fined
(July 6) Harrison St., Welfare Check future violations within next 2 years. Stafford, Jolene M. (Edon, Ohio). $1350 and ordered to pay all costs of
(July 6) Maddie St., Suspicious Act Fikel, Tarry M. (Montpelier, Ohio). 71/55 speed. Fine: $46: Costs: $79. prosecution, any court appointed counsel
(July 6) Chestnut St., Child Custody 70/55 speed. Fine: $46; Costs: $79. costs, and any supervision fees permitted.
(July 6) E. Garfield, Breaking&Entering Fiser – Zimmerman, Elicia M. (Pioneer, Stearns, Alexis R. (Defiance, Ohio).
(July 6) E. Airport Hwy., Unlock Vehicle Ohio). 70/55 speed. Fine: $46: Costs: $79. 67/55 speed. Fine: $46: Costs: $79. WILLIAMS COUNTY CIVIL
(July 6) Waterville Swanton, Assist Dep- Fisher, William T. (Alvordton, Ohio). For: Austin, Savannah D. (Montpelier,
uty-Unruly Violation of restriction. Fine: $200; Costs: Tunis, Payton L. (Hicksville, Ohio). Ohio). Against: Gibson, Zakary (Brooks,
(July 6) Cass St., Civil Dispute $115; Jail: 30 days with 30 days sus- Failure to control. Fine: $71: Costs: $79. Kentucky). $6000.
(July 7) Mettabrook Ln., Assist pended. No future violations within next 2 For: Duggan Law Office (Bryan, Ohio).
Rescue-ill years. 70/55 speed. Fine: $50; Costs: $40. Woodward, David C. (Bryan, Ohio). Against: Coy, Andrew (Hicksville, Ohio).
(July 7) Co. Rd. 1, Assist Deputy Fitch, Michael S. Jr. (Montpelier, Ohio). Failure to display operator’s license. Fine: $1937.50.
(July 7) E. Airport Hwy., Suspicious Act 65/55 speed. Fine: $46: Costs: $79. $250; Costs: $79. For: Duggan Law Office (Bryan, Ohio).
(July 7) W. Garfield, Accidental Alarm Forester, Jessica I. (Bryan, Ohio). Against: Montalvo, Matthew (Bryan, Ohio).
(July 7) W. Garfield, Fireworks 50/35 speed. Fine: $46: Costs: $79. Wrede, Alexis M. (Montpelier, Ohio). $1639.25.
(July 7) Maddie St., Domestic Violence Foss, Caleb B. (Wauseon, Ohio). 85/55 65/55 speed. Fine: $46: Costs: $79. For: James, Kathy (Bryan, Ohio).
(July 8) Co. Rd. D, Assist Deputy speed. Fine: $71; Costs: $79. Against: Cogswell, Michelle (Bryan, Ohio).
(July 8) Franklin St., Suspicious Geahlen, Trent C. (Liberty Center, WILLIAMS COUNTY CRIMINAL $2860.
Vehicle Ohio). 70/55 speed. Fine: $46: Costs: $79. Burton, Robert (Bryan, Ohio). Dog at For: State Bank & Trust Co., The (De-
(July 8) Chestnut@Franklin, Warrant Ar- Grant, Jennifer L. (Bryan, Ohio). 72/55 large – 1st. Fine: $96; Costs: $84. fiance, Ohio). Against: Zuver, Zachary
rest speed. Fine: $46: Costs: $79. Engel Garza, Destinee (Montpelier, (Montpelier, Ohio). $617.98.
(July 8) Franklin St., Menacing Haley, Alex P. (Montpelier, Ohio). Seat Ohio). Criminal trespass. Fine: $150;
(July 8) Dodge St., Dodge St., Domestic belt. Fine: $30; Costs: $40. Costs: $85. FULTON COUNTY TRAFFIC
Violence Howard, Chad E. (Montpelier, Ohio). Eustace, Tiffany (Montpelier, Ohio). Birky, Joel E. (West Unity, Ohio). Seat
(July 8) E. Airport Hwy., Theft 72/55 speed. Fine: $46: Costs: $79. Failure to file (dog) registration. Fine: belt – driver. Fine: $30; Costs: $56.
(July 9) Dodge St., Assist Rescue-ill Kiefer, Valerie M. (Evansport, Ohio). $100; Costs: $119. Failure to file (dog) Borders, Edmond D. III (Wauseon,
registration (2nd count). Fine: $100 with Ohio). 52/35 speed. Fine: $47; Costs: $93.
$50 suspended; Costs: $40. Failure to file Doll, Kristina L. (Hillsdale, Michigan).
(dog) registration (3rd count). Fine: $100 77/70 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: $93.
with $50 suspended; Costs: $40. Dog tags
must be purchased within one week. CONTINUED ON PAGE 5
Goebel, Richard (Bryan, Ohio). Dog at
large – 1st. Fine: $40.50; Costs: $164.50.
Dog at large – 1st (2nd count). Fine: $122;
Costs: $58.
Morales, Juan C. (Montpelier, Ohio).
Falsification. Fine: $200; Costs: $85.
Moser, Joseph R. (Bryan, Ohio). Do-
mestic violence. Fine: $350; Costs: $489;
Jail: 180 days with 180 days suspended.
No future violations within next 3 years.
No violent or threatening contact with vic-
tim. Hands Down Domestic Violence Pro-
gram.
Moser, Michael R. (Edgerton, Ohio).
Flee/elude. Fine: $500; Costs: $90; Jail:
180 days with 90 days suspended. Opera-

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POLICE, EMS, FIRE & COURT NEWS

Dula, Mark A. (Swanton, Ohio). No $102; Costs: $93. Grain Handler Pleads Guilty
operator’s license. Fine: $250; Costs: Riegsecker, Mackenzie L. (Napoleon, To Stealing More Than
$85. No future violations before July
12, 2023. Ohio). 71/55 speed. Fine: $47; Costs:
$93.
Engel, Katrina M. (Liberty Center,
Reynolds, Elizabeth A. (Archbold,
Ohio). Failure to control. Fine: $102;
Costs: $93.

$3 Million From Ohio FarmersFlorkowski, Michael J. (Metamora,
Ohio). 68/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs:
$85.

Scherer, Tamara A. (Wauseon, Ohio).
Ohio). 69/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: 71/55 speed. Fine: $47; Costs: $85.
$85. Smith, Laura L. (Montpelier, Ohio). (NORWALK, Ohio) - Ohio Attorney failed to pay the victims their shares of
General Mike DeWine and Ohio De- the profits.
Fraker, Eric R. (Napoleon, Ohio). Seat belt – driver. Fine: $30; Costs: $56. partment of Agriculture Director David
67/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: $93. Solly, Kyle B. (Swanton, Ohio). No Daniels announced today that a Huron The investigation also found that
County man has pleaded guilty to mul- Schwan filed several financial reports
Gallup, Rachel E. (Fayette, Ohio). operator’s license. Fine: $150; Costs: tiple charges related to the theft of more and other documents with the Ohio De-
Right side of road. Fine: $102; Costs: $85. than $3 million in grain from 35 Ohio partment of Agriculture that falsely re-
$85. farmers. ported and concealed his liabilities and
Spiess, Richard D. (Liberty Center, the money he owed the victims.
Hayes, Makayla J. (Pioneer, Ohio). Ohio). 68/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: Richard J. Schwan, 79, of Monro-
64/50 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: $93. $85. eville, pleaded guilty today to two felony Of the more than $3.2 million dol-
counts of aggravated theft, and one fel- lars that Schwan must repay, approxi-
Heisler, Cynthia L. (Wauseon, Ohio). Stankiewicz, Melissa J. (Metamora, ony count each of attempted aggravat- mately $2.5 million will be used to reim-
70/55 speed. Fine: $47; Costs: $85. Ohio). 39/25 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: ed theft, falsification in a theft offense, burse the Ohio Grain Indemnity Fund,
$85. insolvent handler, and delayed price which previously reimbursed the farm-
Hilyard, Michael T. (Delta, Ohio). agreement. ers for the majority of their losses. The
69/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: $85. Warner, Andrew S. (Archbold, Ohio). fund, which is paid for by Ohio farmers
Assured clear distance ahead. Fine: As part of the plea agreement, through a half-cent per bushel fee, re-
Johnson, Kaylie R. (Liberty Center, $102; Costs: $93. Schwan must pay $3,222,209.70 in res- imburses farmers when a grain handler
Ohio). 69/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: titution prior to his sentencing hearing becomes insolvent.
$85. Wolford, Sharon A. (Delta, Ohio). in August. The money will be used to re-
70/55 speed. Fine: $47; Costs: $93. imburse the farmers, the Ohio Depart- All of Ohio’s grain farmers pay into
Kuhn, Amy L. (Archbold, Ohio). the Grain Indemnity Fund and we’re
69/50 speed. Fine: $47; Costs: $85. Woltz, James E. (Hillsdale, Michi- pleased it will be reimbursed for their
gan). 65/50 speed. Fine: $47; Costs: ultimate benefit, said Ohio Department
Lantz, Megan M. (Delta, Ohio). $85. of Agriculture Director David Daniels.
71/55 speed. Fine: $77; Costs: $85. We appreciate the work of all parties to
FULTON COUNTY CIVL ment of Agriculture, and the Ohio Grain resolve this matter, making sure Ohio
Lawrence, Veronica S. (Pioneer, For: Fulton County Health Cen- Indemnity Fund. farmers are protected for years to come.
Ohio). 77/55 speed. Fine: $100; Costs: ter (Wauseon, Ohio). Against: Heising, “Ohio’s farmers work hard to pro-
$93. Gregory A. and Heising, Michelle A. The remaining restitution will reim-
(Delta, Ohio). $580.43. duce their crops, and this defendant burse the balance of the funds still owed
Lee, Nancy L. (Metamora, Ohio). For: Fulton County Health Center callously took the profits of their labor,” to the farmers and will pay for investiga-
75/55 speed. Fine: $77; Costs: $85. (Wauseon, Ohio). Against: Held, Wil- said Attorney General DeWine. “Our pri- tive costs incurred by the Ohio Depart-
liam Gregory Sr. and Held, Renee (Del- ority in this case has always been to re- ment of Agriculture.
Morales, Crystal (Archbold, Ohio). ta, Ohio). $1978.22. cover the money that rightfully belonged
Expired license. Fine: $37; Costs: $85. to these farmers, and a condition of this Farm equipment worth hundreds of
plea agreement requires the defendant thousands of dollars was also seized as
Myers, John W. II (Kunkle, Ohio). For: Fulton County Health Cen- to promptly repay the money he stole.” part of the investigation.
Stop sign. Fine: $102; Costs: $93. ter (Wauseon, Ohio). Against: Keough, Schwan operated Schwan Grain Inc.,
Darlene L. (Delta, Ohio). $257.39. which transported and sold grain on be- The case was prosecuted by attor-
Nafziger, Brad E. (Wauseon, Ohio). For: Fulton County Health Center half of the 35 farmers from Erie, Huron, neys with Attorney General DeWine’s
65/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: $93. (Wauseon, Ohio). Against: Stites, Alice Lorain, Richland, and Seneca counties. Special Prosecutions Section.
R. (Delta, Ohio). $466.33. He was arrested in November after an
Niday, Keith A. (Swanton, Ohio). As- For: Fulton County Health Center investigation by the Ohio Department Schwan will be sentenced before Hu-
sured clear distance ahead. Fine: $102; (Wauseon, Ohio). Against: Turner, Aar- of Agriculture found that between 2012 ron County Common Pleas Court Judge
Costs: $85. on (Swanton, Ohio). $311.89. and 2014, he sold more than $3 million James W. Conway on August 23, 2018.
For: Smith, Gary L. (Swanton, Ohio). in grain for the farmers, but deliberately
Olejownik, Roland S. (Delta, Ohio). Against: Nicely, Jarrod D. (Wauseon,
Seat belt – driver. Fine: $30; Costs: $48. Ohio). $2346.95.
For: State Bank and Trust Co., The
Oxenham, Brianne F. (Montpelier,
Ohio). Seat belt – driver. Fine: $30; (Defiance, Ohio). Against: Wilson, An-
Costs: $48.

Peabody, Dennis J. (Wauseon, Ohio).
68/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: $93.
Pershing, Joan E. (Wauseon, Ohio).
69/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: $93.

Motorcycle Crash InjuriesPoulson, Lexie M. (Archbold, Ohio).
Assured clear distance ahead. Fine: nette (Swanton, Ohio). $242.95.
Two In Defiance County
Fulton County Clerk Defiance – The Defiance Post of the Defiance Regional Medical Center and
State Highway Patrol is currently inves- later taken by Promedica Air Ambulance
Releases June Report tigating a one vehicle injury crash that to Toledo, Ohio. Neither Mr. Theis nor
occurred on July 12, 2018 at approxi- Ms. Bowers were wearing a helmet at
mately 10:43 pm on Powers Road, west the time of the crash.
of Canal Road, in Defiance County.
Assisting at the scene were the De-
A 2014 Harley-Davidson motorcycle, fiance County Sheriff’s office, Defiance
being operated by Shawn Theis, age 41, City Fire Department and the Defiance
Fulton County Clerk of Courts Tracy 1,610 (1,770) titles; new cars 110 (134), of Cecil, Ohio, was traveling south on City EMS. Alcohol is believed to be a
Zuver has provided his monthly report used cars 878 (977), new trucks 65 (74), Canal Road and then traveled off the factor in the crash. The crash currently
for June 2018, with June 2017 in pa- used trucks 278 (298), vans 11 (17), mo- south side of Powers Road. Mr. Theis remains under investigation.
renthesis, with the following: torcycles 76 (58), manufactured homes and his passenger, Thelma Bowers, age
13 (17), trailers 28 (22), travel trailers 39, of Paulding, Ohio, were both ejected The Ohio State Highway Patrol en-
New cases filed in the legal depart- 48 (57), motor homes 25 (29), buses 1 from the motorcycle. courages drivers and occupants to al-
ment; domestic 19 (11), civil 14 (23), (0), off-road vehicles 30 (38), watercraft ways where their seat belts, to never
criminal 10 (20), and miscellaneous 3 40 (32), outboard motors 7 (9), other 0 Mr. Theis and Ms. Bowers received drive distracted or impaired, and to re-
(2), with a total of fees collected being (8), with a total of fees collected being serious injuries and were taken to the duce speed during inclement weather.
$15,790.57 ($13,955.39).
The title department issued a total of $590,341.92 ($586,262.78).

Jury Finds Man Guilty Of Woman Convicted Of Murder In
Death Threats Against Multiple Death Of Boyfriend’s Infant Son

TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) — An Ohio wom- a hospital the day after medics found
Members Of Law Enforcement an who prosecutors say shook her boy- him unresponsive at a suburban To-
friend’s 7-month-old son so violently ledo home.
that he died from brain trauma has Walker told police that Levi sudden-
been convicted. ly went limp.
(BUCYRUS, Ohio) Ohio Attorney Gen- kill a Crawford County municipal court The Blade reports a jury in Toledo Her attorney challenged the autopsy
eral Mike DeWine announced today that judge and assistant prosecutor in July
a jury has found a Bucyrus man guilty 2017 and threatening the life of a proba- deliberated for four hours Thursday be- finding at trial and said Levi had pneu-
of 19 charges related to death threats tion officer during that same month. fore finding 41-year-old Angie Walker monia and could have died of sepsis.
against several members of law enforce- guilty of murder, felonious assault and He said there was no evidence Walker
ment in Crawford County. “We take all threats against law en- child endangering. killed Levi.
forcement seriously, and we believe this
Following a trial this week, a Craw- defendant had full intent to act on these Prosecutors said at trial that Walker Sentencing is scheduled for Thurs-
ford County jury found Matthew Kunzer, threats,” said Attorney General DeWine. was the only person with Levi Ashley day.
34, guilty of 10 felony counts of intimi- “We will vigorously prosecute anyone the day he was shaken and rendered
dation, five felony counts of retaliation, who puts the lives of law enforcement brain dead in April 2017. He died at Information from: The Blade, http://
three misdemeanor counts of aggravated and judges at risk.” www.toledoblade.com

menacing, and one misdemeanor count The case was investigated by the Woman Killed When Car
of resisting arrest. Crawford County Sheriff’s Office and Crashes During Ohio Police Chase
prosecuted by attorneys with Attorney
Kunzer was found guilty of threaten- General DeWine’s Special Prosecutions
ing the lives of three Bucyrus police offi- Section.
cers who arrested him following a distur-
bance at an area business in June 2017. A sentencing date has not yet been
He was also found guilty of plotting to set. DAYTON, Ohio (AP) — Authorities split in half. Ebony Radford, of Dayton,
say a 35-year-old female passenger in a was pronounced dead at the scene.
car that crashed while being chased by The car’s driver, 37-year-old Thur-
Troopers Investigate Injury Crash an Ohio state trooper has died. ston Melson, is listed in serious condi-
The Dayton Daily News reports the tion at a Dayton hospital.
On State Route 65 In Henry County 20-second chase early Saturday in Day- Information from: Dayton Daily
ton after an attempted traffic stop ended News, http://www.daytondailynews.
when the car struck a utility pole and com

Troopers from the Bowling Green Post of Holgate went left of center and attempt- 2 Killed When Winds Fling Tree
of the Ohio State Highway Patrol are in- ed to pass southbound traffic as Deputy Onto Pickup Truck In Indiana
vestigating a two-vehicle injury crash Rasey was turning around in the roadway
involving a Henry County Deputy. The to initiate a traffic stop. Mr. Curtzwiler GENEVA, Ind. (AP) — Authorities say (50 kilometers) south of Fort Wayne.
crash occurred on State Route 65 just struck Deputy Rasey’s cruiser. two people died when high winds top- County Coroner Leslie Cook identi-
south of County Road M in Richfield pled a large tree onto a pickup truck in
Township, Henry County. Mr. Curtzwiler went off the east side northeastern Indiana. fied the victims as 36-year-old Martha
of the roadway prior to final rest. Mr. R.B. Hilty and her passenger, 77-year-
On July 13, 2018 at 6:13 p.m. Henry Curtzwiler was flown to Saint Vincent’s Geneva Town Marshal Robert John- old Norman D. McCollum, both of Ge-
County Deputy Nocholas Rasey, age 33 of Hospital in Toledo with non-life threaten- son says strong winds from a thunder- neva.
Napoleon was driving his marked cruiser ing injuries. Deputy Rasey did not sus- storm sent the tree crashing onto the
southbound on State Route 65 when he tain any injuries from the incident. The truck’s passenger compartment about 3 She said both victims were pro-
observed a northbound vehicle traveling crash remains under investigation and no p.m. Tuesday. Geneva is about 30 miles nounced dead at the scene from blunt
at a high rate of speed on State Route 65. charges have been filed at this time. The force trauma.
Deputy Rasey activated his emergency Ohio State Highway Patrol was assisted
lights as traffic behind him slowed down. on scene by the Henry County Sheriffs
Office, McClure Fire & EMS and K & K
A southbound 2001 Chevrolet Monte Towing.
Carlo driven by Shawn Curtzwiler, age 20

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 5 Four County Career Center Board

POLICE, EMS, FIRE & COURT NEWS Of Education Accepts Resignations
The June Meeting of the Four County as Junior Automotive Technologies In-
4th Of July Traffic Blitz By Fulton County Career Center Board of Education was structor.
held on Thursday, June 28, 2018 at • The employment of Tim Myers as
Sheriff Deputies Results In Eight Citations 6:30 p.m. The Building and Grounds Math Instructor.
Committee met at 6:00 p.m., prior to the • A supplemental contract to Denton
regular meeting.
As part of the Treasurer’s Report, the Blue for bus maintenance for as needed.
• Peggy Arroyo, James Rettig, Carol
Sheriff Roy E. Miller announced (Possession of Drug Paraphernalia).
that the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office The Traffic Enforcement Blitzes are Board accepted and/or approved the fol- Singer, Bailey Tejkl and Terry Nally as
conducted a Traffic Enforcement Blitz, paid for from a grant that the Sheriffs lowing items: Bus Drivers for the 2018-19 school year.
• May Meeting Minutes. • 2018-19 Adult Education employ-
designated, 4th of July Blitz, which Office received from the Ohio Depart- • Financial statements and invest- ment and hourly rates as presented.
ran from July 1st, 201.8 thru July 5th, ment of Public Safety.
2018. Deputies who worked this Blitz Sheriff Miller and his deputies are ments for May 2018 as presented. • The service agreement with Carol A.
• Appropriation modifications as pre- Budzenski, Ph.D for her services for the
made 25 traffic stops and issued 8 ci- dedicated to protecting the citizens of
tations. The citations issued were for 4 Fulton County and the motorists who sented. 2018-19 school year.
• Then and Now certifications as pre- • The 2018-19 CBI Handbook and
speed violations and 2 Driving Under travel its highways. Preschool/Childcare Handbook.
Suspensions. This grant allows extra patrol to en- sented.
Deputies also issued 22 warnings force the traffic laws that will increase • Transfers from the General Fund. • The Hospitality Program Communi-
• Insurance coverage with Wright ty Based Training Sites for 2018-19.
during the Blitz. Deputies also issued 2 the safety of motorists on the roadway • The Ayersville, Tinora and Edgerton
minor misdemeanor citations for a Drug in the areas that are prone to a higher Specialty/Markel Corporation through
Offenses (Possession of Marijuana) and number of serious and fatal crashes. USI Insurance Services National, Inc. In- Agribusiness Courses of Study.
surance Services. • The lease agreement between
• Ratify application for grants for N.W.O.G.A. and Four County Career
Ex-Ohio Sheriff’s Deputy FY19. Center.
Pleads Not Guilty To Rape Charge
• To approve the Temporary Appropri- • Lauren Helberg, Julie Mangas and
ations and Resolution for FY 2019. Morgan Weber as LPDC members and
Marijene Tomlinson as LPDC Secretary
• To authorize the Treasurer to seek
Auditor of State permission to establish for the 2018-19 school year.
TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) — A former Ohio saulting a woman he knows June 2. His Fund 018 per Section 5705.12 of the Re- • A receipt of notice and waiver of the
county sheriff’s sergeant charged with attorney declined to comment Friday. vised Code.
sexually assaulting a woman while off- 45-day notice for an Enterprise Zone
duty is also being investigated for using The state Bureau of Criminal Inves- As part of the Superintendent’s Re- Agreement for Adroit Thinking, LLC.
a stun gun on a man in his cruiser on tigation is investigating Gorney after he port, the board accepted and/or ap-
the same day. used a stun gun three times on an in- proved the following items: • A receipt of notice and waiver of the
toxicated man. 45-day notice for a Community Reinvest-
Joseph Gorney of Toledo pleaded not • The resignation of Pam Kuhn, Guid- ment Area agreement with the Village of
guilty to a rape charge Thursday. He Gorney wrote in a report that the ance Counselor, for the purpose of re- Hicksville.
resigned from the Lucas County Sher- man was kicking his cruiser and that tirement, effective June 30, 2018.
iff’s Office last month. he used the stun gun after the man • The following donations to the Drug
tried to get out of the cruiser and kick • The resignation of Michael Marshall, Free Clubs of America: Martin Sprock-
Gorney is charged with sexually as- him. In-School Studies Monitor, effective Au- et and Gear, $570.00, Manufacturing
gust 12, 2018. Housing Enterprises, Inc., $570.00,
Indiana Suspect In Minnesota • The resignation of Kyle Zartman, and Northwestern Ohio Driver Training
Math Instructor, effective August 12, School, Inc., $200.00.
2018.
Slaying Captured In Michigan • The resignation of Lisa Hite, Career- Under Board Committee Reports, the
Technical Supervisor, effective July 22, Board received updates from:
2018. • Directors of Career Tech Ed and
• To move Toby Kennerk to Senior Au-
tomotive Technologies Instructor. Adult Education
Upcoming meetings involving mem-
EDWARDSBURG, Mich. (AP) — Au- slaying of 28-year-old Christina Woods of • The employment of Kristine Man- bers of the FCCC Board of Education
thorities say a northern Indiana man South Bend, whose remains were discov- ning as Ag Satellite Instructor/Edgerton include the regular July Board of Edu-
sought in the slaying of a woman in Min- ered July 2 in a shallow grave on property and to grant her extended days. cation Meeting on July 19, 2018 at 6:30
nesota has been captured at a Michigan owned by a relative of Lynn in northern p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room at Four
campground. Minnesota’s Beatty Township. • The employment of Tracy Harding County Career Center.

Michigan State Police say 40-year-old Police say Lynn is jailed pending ex-
Daniel Lynn of South Bend was captured tradition to Minnesota, where he faces a
Friday by federal and state fugitive teams second degree murder charge. Montpelier High School
at a campground near Edwardsburg, Lynn’s wife, 28-year-old Brooke Tay-
Michigan, about 15 miles northeast of
South Bend. lor, also is jailed, charged with harbor-
ing a fugitive. Authorities say Woods and
To Hold 9th Alumni ReunionHe was wanted in connection with the Taylor were good friends.
Ohio Judges Receive Threatening

Letters With White Powder

CLEVELAND (AP) — Authorities in included death threats and claims that it You are invited to the 9th Alumni the school will be given.
Ohio say judges across the state have re- contained fentanyl. FBI special agent Vicki Reunion. It will be the week-end of the We are trying to make our reunion
ceived threatening letters containing white Anderson declined to provide further de- Montpelier Bean and Balloon Days. We
powder. tails about the investigation, but says the are moving the reunion to Friday late- bigger and better. For the last three
public has not been in danger. afternoon because there will be more ac- years the Alumni has given a $400.00
Cleveland.com reports authorities have tivities in downtown Montpelier. scholarship. Come and support our re-
identified a suspect in the case who has No charges have been filed, but author- union so we can continue the good work
a history of sending threatening letters to ities say the letter was signed by a man The event will take place on Friday, we are doing. We are looking for ideas
judges. Investigators say the suspect cur- sentenced to 33 years in prison in 2012 for July 20th, 2018 at Montpelier School, to get more MHS Classmates together
rently is imprisoned in southern Ohio. robberies. They say he later pleaded guilty Brown Rd., Montpelier from 4:00 pm to to renew old friendships and acquain-
to threatening a judge. 7:00 pm. Enter through the rear parking tance. Remember, anyone who attend-
One of the letters was addressed to lot door to the auditeria. The doorway ed MHS is invited, you are an Alumni.
Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court Information from: cleveland.com, will be marked. (A concession stand will Come and join us! Any in-put will be
Judge Nancy Margaret Russo. The letter http://www.cleveland.com be available for food and drink) Tours of welcomed.

Ohio Officer Pleads Not Guilty
To Soliciting Sex From Minor

NORTHGATE, Ohio (AP) — An Ohio The 31-year-old Brinkman was hired Edgerton Commences East
police officer charged with soliciting sex by Colerain Township in 2013 as a K9 Business Alley Improvements
from a teenager has pleaded not guilty. handler. The department issued a state-
ment Thursday saying Brinkman has
Authorities say Colerain Township po- been suspended while the department
lice officer Robert Brinkman was released conducts an internal investigation. De-
Friday with an ankle monitor after being partment officials declined to comment
indicted Thursday on a felony charge of further.
importuning and a misdemeanor charge
of contributing to the delinquency of a Messages seeking comment were left
child. The indictment says the teen was Friday for both Brinkman and his attor-
between 13 and 15 years old. Authorities ney. His next court appearance is sched-
haven’t provided any additional details. uled for Aug. 1.

President Trump Nominates By: James Pruitt of the existing main, and the removal
Indiana Attorney For Federal Judge THE VILLAGE REPORTER and replacement of the existing as-
phalt pavement.
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — President Don- on complex civil litigation, including prod- Business Alley East in Edgerton will
ald Trump has nominated an attorney at uct liability cases. be under construction for the next few The existing alley will be milled to a
a prominent Indiana law firm to become a weeks. depth of 6 inches and graded to drain
federal judge. Leitchy is a graduate of Wabash College towards the nine newly installed catch
and Indiana University’s Maurer School of Improvements commenced July 13 basins. Any soft areas that are detect-
The president on Friday nominated Da- Law. He has spent most of his career at and contractors foresee a 30-45 con- ed will then be cut out and stabilized.
mon R. Leichty (LICK’-dee) to serve as a Barnes & Thornburg, joining it as an as- struction window. Local traffic should Finally, the alley will be paved with 6
judge in Indiana’s Northern District. He sociate following graduation. not be affected; however some busi- inches of new asphalt pavement
must be confirmed by the U.S. Senate. nesses and residents will be affected.
He worked for two years as a law clerk The improvement project replaces
Leitchy is based in South Bend at the for federal Judge Robert Miller in South Due to the nature of the work in- aging, critical infrastructure with new
Barnes & Thornburg law firm. He focuses Bend. volved, the amount of men and ma- mains that provide reliable service, fire
chinery required, full and/ or partial protection and water pressure. There
Fulton County Traffic Blitz road closure may be necessary in the is no special assessment or added cost
Results In Eight Citations area of work to optimize the safety of to taxpayers because the projects are
the work crews and motoring public paid for by awarded grant funding, as
Sheriff Roy E. Miller announced that paid for from a grant that the Sheriff’s Of- alike. A clearly marked detour route well as the utility’s capital improve-
the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office con- fice received from the Ohio Department of will be established and traffic will be ments budget.
ducted a Traffic Enforcement Blitz that Public Safety. maintained by the Contractor. The vil-
ran from July 6th thru July 12th, Depu- lage awarded the project to Bryan Ex- This project includes the replace-
ties who worked this Blitz made 31 traffic Sheriff Miller and his deputies are dedi- cavating, Inc. ment of water mains that provide water
stops and issued 8 citations, The citations cated to protecting the citizens of Fulton to potential properties with lead service
issued were for 6 Speed violations, 1 No County and the motorists who travel its The project has been deemed neces- lines. During this project, lead service
Operator’s License, and 1 Adult Seat Belt. highways. This want allows extra patrol to sary by the village in order to resolve lines in the utility owned section will be
Deputies also issued 27 warnings during enforce the traffic laws that will increase concerns regarding the poor infra- replaced and the property owner is re-
the Blitz. the safety of motorists on the roadway in structure condition, obsolete waterline sponsible for replacing the service line
the areas that are prone to a higher num- and lack of adequate storm drainage. on private property. Financial assis-
The Traffic Enforcement Blitzes are ber of serious and fatal crashes. tance may be available for the private
The proposed improvements will service line replacement. Poggemeyer
consist of the installation of a new 12- Design Group is the engineer.
inch storm sewer and the replacement
of storm sewer laterals, the installation James can be reached at
of a new 8-inch water main from Indi- [email protected]
ana to Lynn Street, the abandonments

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Parade, Games & More At Annual Delta Chicken Festival

PHOTOS BY BILL O’CONNELL, STAFF

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KalebMcLaughlinMemorialRide&Pioneer’sOrganDonationAwarenessCelebrationHeld

PHOTOS BY JAMES PRUITT, STAFF

PHOTOS BY JAMES PRUITT, STAFF

PARADE ... The Pioneer Parade on Friday, July 15th opened the 5th annual Kaleb
McLaughlin Memorial Ride and Pioneer’s Organ Donation Awareness Celebration.
The route was straight down Main Street (SR 15) which was lined with onlook-
ers and those in search of candy. The hour-long event featured motorcycles, local
businesses and youth groups. The North Central Marching Band performed The
Star-Spangled Banner and the local American Legion provided a color guard. On
Saturday, July 14th, Kaleb McLaughlin Memorial Motorcycle Ride and was well
attended. The day featured meals served at the VFW Hall, inflatable activities, a
cruise-in, a butterfly release as well as the ride. Several hundred motorcycles were
registered for the event, which celebrates the life of Kaleb McLaughlin and the lives
saved the donation of his organs. He died in an automobile crash in 2013 and his
organs have gone on to impact more than 60 lives since. The event raises aware-
ness of the need for organ donors and money for local emergency rescue units. The
evening featured a live band and a fireworks show.

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Crosley Car Aficionados US Expected To Become
Gather In Wauseon World’s Top Oil Producer Next Year

By: James Pruitt
THE VILLAGE REPORTER

Fulton County Fairgrounds hosted the 2018 National Meet of the Crosley Automobile
Club the weekend of July 12-14. The Crosley was a car made by Powel Crosley from
the 1930s to the 1950s. The cars were smaller than the standard sedans and station
wagons of the day.

The CAC formed in 1969 and has around 900 members worldwide. The club cel-
ebrates all the inventions
and products made by Cro-
sley.
Crosley Motors Inc. had
its main office and engi-
neering facility in Cincinna-
ti. Production plants were in
Richmond, Indiana, 1939-
42, and Marion, Ind. Cros-
ley made his initial fortune
as a maker of radios and
appliances. He owned WLW
and the Cincinnati Reds
baseball team.
The club drew several
hundred attendees who
came from all across the
nation.
The weekend featured
a parade, evening meals,
a flea market and silent
auction.

PHOTOS BY JAMES PRUITT, STAFF James Pruitt may be reached at
[email protected]

WORLD LEADER ... Chart shows the top oil producing countries in March 2018 as
the U.S. is on pace to pass Russia and Saudi Arabia as the leading oil producing
country; 2c x 3 3/4 inches; 96.3 mm x 95 mm;

By: David Koenig barrels a day, according to U.S. govern-
ment figures.
AP BUSINESS WRITER The U.S. has been pumping more
than 10 million barrels a day on av-
The U.S. has nosed ahead of Saudi erage since February, and probably
Arabia and is on pace to surpass Rus- pumped about 10.9 million barrels a
sia to become the world’s biggest oil day in June, up from 10.8 million in
producer for the first time in more than May, the energy agency said Tuesday
four decades. in its latest short-term outlook.

The latest forecast from the U.S. En- According to the Energy Depart-
ergy Information Administration pre- ment, the U.S. edged ahead of Saudi
dicts that U.S. output will grow next Arabia in February and stayed there in
year to 11.8 million barrels a day. March; both trailed Russia.

“If the forecast holds, that would Capuano’s agency forecast that U.S.
make the U.S. the world’s leading pro- crude output will average 10.8 million
ducer of crude,” says Linda Capuano, barrels a day for all of 2018 and 11.8
who heads the agency, a part of the En- million barrels a day in 2019. The cur-
ergy Department. rent U.S. record for a full year is 9.6
million barrels a day in 1970.
Saudi Arabia and Russia could up-
end that forecast by boosting their own The trend of rising U.S. output
production. In the face of rising global prompted Fatih Birol, executive direc-
oil prices, members of the OPEC cartel tor of the International Energy Agen-
and a few non-members including Rus- cy, to predict this spring that the U.S.
sia agreed last month to ease produc- would leapfrog Russia and become the
tion caps that had contributed to the world’s largest producer by next year —
run-up in prices. if not sooner.

President Donald Trump has urged One potential obstacle for U.S. drill-
the Saudis to pump more oil to contain ers is a bottleneck of pipeline capacity
rising prices. He tweeted on June 30 to ship oil from the Permian Basin of
that King Salman agreed to boost pro- Texas and New Mexico to ports and re-
duction “maybe up to 2,000,000 bar- fineries.
rels.” The White House later clarified
that the king said his country has a “They are growing the production
reserve of 2 million barrels a day that but they can’t get it out of the area
could be tapped “if and when neces- fast enough because of pipeline con-
sary.” straints,” said Jim Rittersbusch, a con-
sultant to oil traders.
The idea that the U.S. could ever
again become the world’s top oil pro- Some analysts believe that Permian
ducer once seemed preposterous. production could decline, or at least
grow more slowly, in 2019 or 2020 as
“A decade ago the only question energy companies move from their best
was how fast would U.S. production acreage to more marginal areas.
go down,” said Daniel Yergin, author
of several books about the oil indus-
try including a history,
“The Prize.” The rebound 90th Birthday
of U.S. output “has made
a huge difference. If this
had not happened, we
would have had a severe Celebration
shortage of world oil,” he
said.
The United States led
the world in oil produc-
tion for much of the 20th
century, but the Soviet
Union surpassed America
in 1974, and Saudi Ara-
bia did the same in 1976,
according to Energy De-
partment figures.
By the end of the 1970s
the USSR was producing
one-third more oil than
the U.S.; by the end of the
1980s, Soviet output was
nearly double that of the
U.S.
The last decade or so
has seen a revolution in
American energy produc-
tion, however, led by tech-
niques including hydrau-
lic fracturing, or fracking,
and horizontal drilling.
Those innovations —
and the breakup of the
Soviet Union — helped the
U.S. narrow the gap. Last
year, Russia produced
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Pioneer Village Council Celebrating Dr. Seuss On

Grants Enterprise Zone July 20th & 21st During Author
Request For Reifel Industries Weekend At Sauder Village

on the school for the new
addition, stating, “I want
to make sure that every-
body’s clear on that. I’m all
for the expansion, and ev-
erything else. I don’t want
to talk against it, obvi-
ously.” He then noted that
Reifel Industries has been,
“...a good partner here in
the village.” With all the in-
formation laid out, Coun-
cil approved the proposal
without dissent.
Earlier, Mayor Kidston
officially recognized Coun-
cilor David Thompson, who
PHOTO BY TIMOTHY KAYS, STAFF due to relocation outside
A BIG THANK YOU ... With his wife Jane looking on, for- the village limits, resigned
mer Councilor David Thompson (left) receives a plaque of his post at the end of June
recognition from Pioneer Mayor, Ed Kidston. after over two decades of

service to the Village of Pio-
neer. Mayor Kidston called
By: Timothy Kays Thompson forward, along with his wife,
THE VILLAGE REPORTER Jane. “I know enough about political life

Evidence of the growth of the business to know that the wife goes right along with Archbold, OH – Sauder Village will host In addition to the Author Days activi-
base of Pioneer was heard at the July 9 the councilman,” Mayor Kidston said. a new Dr. Seuss Weekend on Friday and ties, there will also be special horse dem-
meeting of the Pioneer Village Council. Reading from the plaque of recognition Saturday, July 20 and 21 as part of the onstrations on July 21. On Saturday only,
that was presented, Mayor Kidston said, 2018 Author Days event. With a variety equine engineer Keith West will be dem-
Matt Davis, the Executive Director of “This is to David W. Thompson, in ap- of hands-on activities, special demon- onstrating his horse training skills during
the Williams County Economic Develop- preciation of your eighteen years of dedi- strations and free admission for anyone the program “From the Horse’s Mouth:
ment Corporation (WEDCO), addressed cated service as a member of the Pioneer dressed like a Dr. Seuss book character Communicating With Your Horse.” Ses-
Council about the proposed expansion Village Council, and three years as the – this new event is sure of offer families a sions will begin at 10:15 a.m. and run
of a local business. “Reifel Industries has Mayor of the Village of Pioneer, thank you day of happy memories at Sauder Village! through closing. Mr. West will be evaluat-
a project on the books,” he said. “It is a for your service.” Thompson expressed ing the horse’s needs and will share in-
$6.6 to $7.7 million investment in their his thanks, and said of the plaque, “After Guests visiting Sauder Village for this formation about training and communi-
facility. $2.5 million of that is in build- moving boxes all week, I appreciate that special event will have an opportunity to cating with horses. Keith will be working
ing improvements...the balance being in it’s not very heavy.” decorate a flower pot to grow your own with horse owners but will be willing to
machinery and equipment, and some in- Grickle grass from the book Mr. Lorax and answer questions and interact with Saud-
ventory. The promise here is 15 new jobs Council then retired into executive become a Cat in the Hat by making your er Village guests to help them understand
across three years, minimum, adding session to discuss personnel. Upon re- own hat! Guests can make a mini broom, his proven techniques. This program was
$600,000 in payroll.” turning to regular session, Council ad- create a flower, decorate an egg and make originally slated to be held in June but was
dressed the vacant seat formerly held by duck feet from the book I Wish That I Had rescheduled due to high temperatures.
Reifel requested that Council grant Thompson. Council President Rod Eck- Duck Feet! There will be a fun fishing-
them a ten-year enterprise zone...a prop- ley put forth the nomination of Randy themed activity and the opportunity to Some of the other special events
erty tax abatement. “They are looking for a Cochran to fill the post for the remain- learn about eggs and places that animals planned yet this summer at Sauder Village
60 percent abatement off property taxes, ing three years of Thompson’s term. The dwell. Guests will also enjoy visiting with include the 35th Annual Doll and Teddy
based upon the increase in value would nomination of Mr. Cochran was approved the costumed guides and working crafts- Bear Show and Sale/Antique Bike event
be,” Davis continued. “They are looking without dissent. men throughout the Village to experience on August 4 and 5, Rug Hooking Exhibit
for 60 percent of those, to be saved for Ohio’s historic past from 1803 thru 1928. August 15-18 and a Barbershop Concert
a period of ten years. A lot of times you Village Administrator Al Fiser reported on August 25. The Black Swamp Walk to
see these come through at 15 years for that the bid openings for the T&W proj- Known to the world as Dr. Seuss, The- End Alzheimers will also be held at Saud-
100 percent. Reifel has requested ten ect will take place on July 12 at the of- odor Seuss Geisel was born on March 2, er Village on Saturday, August 25. More
years at 60 percent. They don’t have to, fices of the County Commissioners. He 1904. He is recognized around the world details about all the events planned yet
but there’s no school involvement when also reported that the village crews have as a writer, poet and cartoonist. He is the this season can be found on the Sauder
they take abatement at that level. They been working hard on preparations for author of 46 books for children based on Village website at www.saudervillage.org
just felt that that would be the fair thing the festivities upcoming on the weekend imaginary characters and rhymes. Many
to do at this particular time.” of July 14. Councilor Connie Salisbury of his works have also been adopted into Historic Sauder Village is open Tues-
commended the village crews for the ex- specials for television and feature films. day through Saturday from 10:00 a.m.
Davis explained the process needed to cellence of the work done so far. - 5:00 p.m. and each Sunday afternoon
get the request through. “The first stop As part of the 2018 Author Days cel- from noon-4:00 p.m. The Historic Vil-
is Village Council,” he said. “Normally it Under suspended rules of reading, ebration, Sauder Village is offering free lage is closed on Mondays, except holi-
would be the school, but since we don’t Council approved Ordinance 06-2018, admission on July 20 and 21 to anyone days. Admission is $17.00 for adults and
have to go to the school, the first stop is which establishes a new standard for who comes dressed like a Dr. Seuss book $11.00 for students ages 6-16. Children
Village Council. Then it would go on to the sanitary sewer tap fees. Due to rising character. 5 and under are always free with family
County Commissioners, upon your bless- costs, the old fees which carried a $500 and Sauder Village members receive free
ing and acceptance, and then we’ll file maximum, will now be a $500 minimum, “Our Author Day Events were a great admission to the Historic Village for an
with the State of Ohio.” Davis said that not to exceed the actual realized cost of success last season and we look forward entire year. Senior, Military and AAA dis-
once the abatement goes on the books, the connection work. “It just covers us for to having guests of all ages join us again counts are also available. Again this year,
they are going to take the savings and re- any extraordinary costs. It’s not to make this year to celebrate reading and learn- children 16 and under are free every Sun-
invest them into the business in order to money, just to cover our costs. 99 percent ing while enjoying many fun, hands-on day this season!
make the project, “...a little more afford- of the time, $500 works,” Fiser clarified. activities,” shared Kim Krieger, PR/Media
able when they’ve got money not coming Council also suspended the rules and Relations. “Many people have fond memo- For more information phone 1-800-
off the books.” The projected savings of approved Ordinance 07-2018, amend- ries of their favorite Dr. Seuss books and 590-9755, visit www.saudervillage.org,
the abatement is approximately $31,400 ing appropriations in the total amount of guests are encouraged to be creative with like Sauder Village on Facebook or follow
per year. $15,500. their costumes to receive free admission us on Twitter and Instagram.
for a fun-filled day at Sauder Village!”
Mayor Ed Kidston spoke to Council, Timothy can be reached at
reiterating that there will be a tax impact [email protected]

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American Cars Fayette Village Council

Celebrated In Montpelier Approves Hiring Of Zachary Lester
By: Cory Johnson Counties Rural Community Assis-
THE VILLAGE REPORTER tance Program for the use of a valve
exercising trailer.
PHOTOS BY JAMES PRUITT, STAFF In a brief July 11 Fayette Village
Council meeting, council members Biddix said the motion was need-
PATRIOTIC ... The Montpelier Cruise-In which is held every two weeks on Tuesday approved the second reading of: ed after the Gorham-Fayette Fire De-
nights took on a patriotic flavor as organizers dressed up in red, white and blue or partment canceled the “Party in the
costumes of historical natures. Some participants dressed up as well. ● A resolution supporting a county Park” event that council members
wide application for Community De- approved at the prior meeting due to
velopment Block Grant funds for the the cost of the alcohol liability insur-
demolition of blighted dwellings. ance

● An ordinance repealing existing A motion to hire Zachary Lester
Chapter 953 of the codified Ordinanc- full-time at a rate of $25.00/hr and
es of the Village of Fayette, Ohio and to grant him one week of vacation
enacting Codified Ordinance Chapter and eight hours of personal time for
953 detailing brush pick-up services 2018 was also approved.
provided by the Village of Fayette.
The next regular Fayette Village
● An ordinance dealing with Sup- Council meeting is scheduled to be
plemental Appropriations. help on Wednesday, July 25 at 6:00
PM in Village Hall.
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5th Annual Montpelier

Bean Days Balloon Festival

Schedule of Events

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Montpelier Rotary Breakfast 5 pm Montpelier Bean Days Bean Contest, Podium at Empire St.
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5 - 8 pm Ugly Veteran’s Car Wash, Dane Michael Veteran Center,
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DOWNTOWN MONTPELIER EVENTS Bean Days Sale $2 selected
7 am Hot Air Balloon Fly Over - Weather permitting the balloons 70% off shoes! school t-shirts
will float over downtown!
7 - 11 am Rotary Breakfast, Montpelier Fire Station, 25% off
107 S. Monroe St., Free will donation store wide
11 am St. John’s Lutheran Church Sausage Sandwiches
& Root Beer Floats, 209 Broad St.
1 1 am - 8 pm Trackside Modelers RR Club, Montpelier Trackside Modelers,
414 W. Main St., FREE
1 pm 62nd Annual Bean Days Parade
“Building a Brighter Future Through Recreation”
Beginning at the Williams Co. Fairgrounds, the parade will
head west on Main St. and end at the west edge of town -
* Grand Marshals - Montpelier Police Dept. K9, Justice,
and his handler Ofc. Josh Mercer*

OTHER MONTPELIER AREA EVENTS
7:15 am Montpelier Firefighters 5K, Montpelier Exempted Village
School, 1015 E. Brown Rd.
9 am Class Act Sand Volleyball, Montpelier Municipal Park,
1110 S. Platt St.

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No entrance to fairgrounds on County Road M. No coolers, glass bottles or pets allowed. 222 WEST MAIN ST.
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All scheduled events, balloon flights, glows and tethers are subject and are limited to weather conditions.
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pantries) Veterans FREE and children 10 & under FREE w/adult

1 - 9 pm Pre-Glow Expo in the Campground Area - Crafts, Vendor

& Sponsor Booths

2 - 9 pm Bean Sprouts Kids Korner - FREE (with paid admission)

Bounce Houses,

Jungle Island Petting Zoo & Pony Rides

1 - 11 pm Food Vendors

1 - 12 am Beer/Wine Garden

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4 :30 - 6:30 pm Laurel’s Princess Parties featuring PJ Masks

(Owlette, Catboy & Gecko),

Super Heros - Photos & Autographs

4 :30 - 6:30 pm Face Painting & Balloon Art Get a $60 reward before it cools off!
6 - 6:45 pm Hot Air Balloon Rides available for purchase,
FEE: $250 per passenger Schedule a pickup of your old fridge or freezer by August 31, 2018,
7 pm Hot Air Balloon Launch/Flight and you‘ll receive an increased reward of $60 for recycling it.

7 pm Hot Air Balloon Tethered Rides (Two Balloons),

FEE: $10/passenger In addition to the $60 you’ll receive for
7 - 11 pm Featured Entertainment by MINDSEYE responsibly recycling your old fridge or freezer,
8 pm Bike Give-Away Drawing (2 girls/2 boys bikes), you can save up to $150 a year on your electric
Stage Dusk Hot Air Balloon GLOW and bill by not running your old appliance.
LASER LIGHT SHOW Production by LaserEncore
10 pm 50/50 Drawing Winner Announced Schedule your
free pickup today

Go to efficiencysmart.org/montpelier-ohio
and select “Appliance Recycling,”
or call 844-260-3487.

Post Festival Events Refrigerators and freezers turned in for recycling must be in working (cooling) order, between 10 and 30 cubic feet, owned by the customer
of a participating utility, and picked up from the residential address listed on the billing account. Three units max per customer, per year.
SUNDAY, JULY 16 Other restrictions may apply. For more information, visit www.efficiencysmart.org.
11 am Worship Service, St. John’s Lutheran Church
209 Broad St. One of the energy efficiency initiatives offered in partnership
between Montpelier Municipal Utilities and

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14 - “The Village Reporter” / Weekly Northwest Ohio (Williams & Fulton County News) Wednesday, July 18th, 2018

Bryan Celebrates County’s City Of Wauseon Wabash
First Community Garden Cannonball Trail Survey

By: James Pruitt Bryan’s Recreation Park. She then ap- The City of Wauseon is currently gath- ducted as a way to gather input from
THE VILLAGE REPORTER proached the Williams County Commis- ering input from residents about Wabash Wauseon residents about how they
sioners who connected them with the Cannonball Trail usage and ways the currently utilize the Wabash Cannon-
Jennie McKarns had a dream of com- Land Bank. trail could potentially be improved. The ball Trail. Residents may take the sur-
munity gardens popping up all over Wil- Wabash Cannonball Trail is a 63 mile vey online by following www.mvpo.org/
liams County. The Land Bank has demolished a long multi-use trail in Northwest Ohio. wauseon or by means of a paper survey
house at 426 N. Williams, which had The Trail’s surface varies between paved which can be requested by contacting the
That dream has taken root and a sev- been a blighted property. The agency asphalt, cinder ballast, and connects on Maumee Valley Planning Organization at
eral towns have them. The city of Bryan reached an agreement with the WCCGA road. 419-784-3882 or [email protected].
hosted a dedication ceremony at the to use the land for a community garden.
first community garden in a neighbor- The Trail runs parallel to County The information provided in the sur-
hood setting. The organization had people in the Road F through the City of Wauseon and vey is confidential and will be combined
neighborhood come and register for crosses several major streets, including with those from other participants for
The Williams County Community beds in the spring and the operation Shoop Avenue, before continuing North statistical analysis. We sincerely thank
Gardening Association hosted an open was in full bloom this past weekend. on County Road F. For more information you for your time and effort in taking this
house at 426 N. Williams St., Saturday, on the trail, visit: www.wabashcannon- survey and providing us with the valu-
July 14 to show the public what a com- McKarns gave the keynote address. balltrail.org able feedback we need to improve the
munity garden looks like. The garden is She is an Ohio State University Master Wabash Cannonball Trail.
a collection of raised beds that are filled Gardener, volunteer and creator of the A public opinion survey is being con-
with various crops and modes of grow- WCCGA.
ing.
That the dream has come to fruition
In addition to the WCCGA officials, humbles her, especially how the process
Bryan Mayor Carrie Schlade was on only took 18 months. There were many Indiana Woman Donates
hand to formally welcome the gardeners places she thought would be great for a
to town and read a proclamation in their community garden, it was becoming a
honor. problem of sorts.

“I cannot express my gratitude for Kidney To Child She Just Met“I had a case of lot lust,” McKarns
being asked to give this proclamation. said to laughter from the audience. “You,
This group has taken a blighted area of know you drive down a street and hah, a
town and with cooperation of the Land great place for a garden. You drive down CONNERSVILLE, Ind. (AP) — An is healthy post-operation, and Abby will
Bank, and made it a beautiful piece of another road and ‘hah!’ another one.” eastern Indiana woman made a life-sav- require lifelong anti-rejection medica-
our neighborhood, as well as a place ing kidney donation to a 9-year-old af- tion but is off dialysis, said Dr. Islam
that provides nutrition, volunteer op- While every empty space was viewed ter the two met at Vacation Bible School Ghoneim, who performed the surgery.
portunities, not only our adults, but our as a potential site, she felt she had just months earlier.
youth”. a prompting from the Lord: Williams Abby now said she wants to grow up
County needed a community garden. Kari Woods was volunteering at the to be either a veterinarian or a zookeep-
In the proclamation, she noted the religious education youth program last er, and plans to have fun with friends
WCCGA is a federally recognized non- “It didn’t happen once, it happened summer when the Connersville woman this summer break. Her mother said
profit. Schlade honored the hours of three times,” McKarns said. “And I learned Abby Steinard was suffering Woods started as a stranger and is now
work and sacrifice that enabled this thought, ‘hmm, pay attention to that from kidney failure and struggling to family.
dream to come true. prompting. And so, I did.” find a donor, WXIN-TV reported .
Woods recently announced that’s
The event was emceed by Richard L. The Bryan garden could be the first “They asked all the kids ‘What are she’s pregnant with her sixth child,
Cooley. of many as the group has received in- your goals in life?’ and she was 8 at the which Ghoneim said shows that donors
quiries from Pioneer and other loca- time,” Woods said. “When they asked, can go on to have normal lives post-sur-
Community gardens comes in a va- tions. McKarns is hopeful the idea will she said she wanted to live to be 10.” gery.
riety of styles including neighborhood, catch on.
residential, institutional and demon- Abby was on dialysis for more than Woods started a Facebook group
stration. They can be on piece of land It is vital for the gardeners to have nine hours every day when Woods found called “Hope for Kidneys” to share more
whether publicly or privately held. ownership for the garden to be a suc- she shares with her a rare blood type: of her journey.
cess, McKarns said. She quoted from O-negative.
The work and oversight are done by a a book by LaManda Joy, “Start a Com- Nearly 1,300 people as of February
group of unpaid volunteers – usually the munity Food Garden,” where a commu- “I kept feeling a voice tell me, ‘Give were waiting on an organ transplant,
gardeners themselves. nity garden is “an exercise in humanity, her your kidney,’ and I just kind of put 87 percent of whom are waiting for a
transformation and joy.” it in the back of my mind,” Woods said. kidney, according to the Indiana Donor
McKarns has been promoting a com- Network.
munity garden for two seasons. The first The mother of five decided to check
season saw a demonstration garden at into St. Vincent Hospital in December Information from: WXIN-TV, http://
James can be reached at for the surgery that saved Abby. Woods fox59.trb.com/news/
[email protected]

Planned Parenthood Closes

Library NewsIndiana Center, Citing Harassment

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (AP) — Planned that intimidation by Right to Life led to Rockin’ Times At
Parenthood has closed its health center this closure is simply untrue and smacks
in Indiana’s second-largest city, blaming of an attempt by Planned Parenthood to
what it called years of growing intimida- turn its business woes into a fundrais-
tion and harassment of the center’s staff er,” Humbarger and Fichter said in their
by supporters of anti-abortion groups. statement.

The Fort Wayne health center did not The Montpelier LibraryGillespie said the health center, which
perform abortion procedures. It provided had four employees, saw 1,500 undupli-
birth control options, sexually transmit- cated patients during last fiscal year —
ted disease testing and early diagnosis about half of the nearly 3,000 patients it Join us for the final days of our Sum- ing activities, bring your family and hop
of cervical, testicular and breast cancer, had two years ago. She said the numbers mer Reading Program! on over for our “Summer Reading Pro-
said Christie Gillespie, the president and have fallen due to the harassment of staff gram Farewell Tour!” We will have DJ
CEO of Planned Parenthood of Indiana and the difficulty of recruiting providers Tuesday, July 24 is a make & take “Four of a Kind” as well as refreshments
and Kentucky. to work there. craft day for ages 5-12. We will have vari- for this rockin’ party.
ous crafts and activities for you to enjoy.
A sign on the clinic’s door Monday “This has nothing to do with demand Stop in from 10:00am-3:00pm and have Please make sure you turn in all Sum-
said it was permanently closed and di- or finances,” she told The Journal Ga- a groovy time with us! mer Reading Program logs on or before
rected patients to Planned Parenthood zette. “Our closing is solely because of July 26.
sites in Elkhart and Mishawaka, both intimidation and harassment of patients, Wednesday, July 25 is Story Time
cities roughly a two-hour drive north of supporters and providers.” with Ms. Morgan. Ages 0-5 join us at All of our Summer Reading Programs
Fort Wayne. 11:00am for stories, crafts and activities! are free and do not require a library card.
Planned Parenthood provided cop- Check out our website at montpelierpub-
Gillespie said the closure means the ies of a mailer it said was sent to Fort Thursday, July 26 brings a close to liclibrary.oplin.org and like us on face-
Fort Wayne area has lost a trusted health Wayne neighborhoods that included the our Summer Reading Program. If you book!
care provider. She said she’s “pretty an- participated in any of our summer read-
gry” about the intimidation and harass-
ment, which she said goes far beyond name, photograph and home address of
picketing outside of the health center, a Planned Parenthood nurse practitio-
and she attributed it to supporters of
Allen County Right to Life and other re- Next Week For Kids (July 23-28)ner, with the message, “there are killers
gional groups that oppose abortion. among us.”
The group responsible for the mail- At Swanton Public Library
Cathie Humbarger, the executive di-
rector of Allen County Right to Life, told ers, Created Equal of Ohio, also sent the
WANE-TV the group doesn’t “practice or woman a letter saying it had “launched a
condone intimidation.” campaign to expose the role you” play in Next week at Swanton Public Library, • Teens who just completed grades
enabling abortions, Planned Parenthood • Toddlers ages 6 months to 2 years 6-12 are invited to join the “Anime Club”
But Humbarger and Indiana Right said. That letter said the nurse coun- with an attending adult can play with and watch FOUR episodes together on
to Life president and CEO Mike Fichter sels women to get an abortion at larger “Travel Sounds” on Tuesday, July 24, at Wednesday, July 25, at 3:30 pm.
said in a joint statement that they were Planned Parenthood facilities and said 10:30 am.
“pleased” by the center’s closure, attrib- the campaign against her would stop if • Children ages 3-5 can play with dif- • Children who just completed grades
uting it to a dwindling customer base she quit her job. ferent versions of familiar songs with in K, 1, and 2 can experiment with “The
and what they called the center’s grow- “Topsy-Turvy Tunes” on Tuesday, July Science of Sound” on Thursday, July
ing unpopularity in the Fort Wayne area. “We’ve had providers that have been 24, at 10:30 am. 26, at 10:30 am.
told that their life would be unlivable in • Children who just completed grades
“Planned Parenthood’s accusation Fort Wayne if they worked for us,” Gil- 3, 4, and 5 can experiment with “The For more information call 419-
lespie said. “This is not how decent and Science of Sound” on Wednesday, July 826-2760, visit the library’s website
compassionate people behave.” 25, at 10:30 am. at http://www.swantonpubliclibrary.
org or visit the library at 305 Chestnut
Street in Swanton.

Local Students
Named To

Area College
Dean’s List

Hilltop graduate Ka-
mry Gray was recently
named to the 2018 Spring
Semester Dean’s List at
Adrian College. Gray, who
is majoring in Interna-
tional Business, was hon-
ored with the opportunity
to sing at Carnegie Hall in
New York City.

Jaime Newman of Edg-
erton was recently named
to the 2018 Spring Dean’s
List at Wright State Uni-
versity in Dayton, Ohio.
Newman is majoring in
Early Childhood Educa-
tion.

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Wednesday, July 18th, 2018 “The Village Reporter” / Weekly Northwest Ohio (Williams & Fulton County News) - 15

Evergreen School Board Approves Revisions To Athletic Handbook

The Evergreen Local Board of Education met in regu- School as night custodian. havioral health (mental health and substance abuse)
lar session last night, Monday, July 9, 2018 at 7 p.m. Approved the employment of Jennifer Burghardt as a treatment services to students served by the school dis-
There were six visitors present. trict.
nonteaching employee, effective August 14, 2018, with
The Board conducted the following business: Ms. Burghardt’s initial assignment to be at Evergreen The agreement, beginning on August 1, 2018 and
Treasurer’s Report: FY18 year-end update/Invest- Middle School as a cook. ending on July 31, 2019, specifies that student partici-
ment Report. Approved the June 2018 financial reports pation in the receipt of services is voluntary and based
including the cash reconciliation, BALCHK report, fi- Employed Ann Laney, pending receipt of all neces- upon the informed consent of his or her legal guardian,
nancial summary reports (FINSUM and FINSUMM), Fi- sary documentation for employment, on an hourly, as and is provided without any financial cost imposed upon
nancial Report (FUNDSUMM), and the annual spending needed basis for special education testing for the 2018 Evergreen Local Schools.
plan. Approved the Certificate of the Total Amount for all – 2019 school year, at a rate of $27.50 per hour.
sources available for expenditures and balances for the Approved revisions to the Evergreen Local Schools
fiscal year ending June 30, 2019. Approved Clint Barnes as a volunteer for high school Athletic Handbook, effective on adoption.
Approved the following petty cash and change funds golf, pending completion of all pupil activity permit re-
for 2018-2019 school year (FY19): quirements. Under Discussion and Information:
1) Athletic Petty Cash - $3,000.00 1. Building and Grounds: The maintenance, custodi-
2) Central Office Petty Cash - $50.00 Raised the compensation for the following non-nego- al crew and summer employees have been working hard
3) Office Petty Cash - $50.00 per school building tiated supplemental contracts by the same base increase to get our facilities ready for the start of another school
4) Athletic Change Fund - $2,000.00 for FY 2019, FY 2020, & FY 2021, per the EEA Agree- year. The gyms are being refinished and a portion of our
Approved the following federal grants for the 2018- ment: District Test Coordinator and Elementary Assis- parking lots will be paved, repaired, lined and sealed.
2019 school year (FY19): tant Volunteer Coordinator. 2. Transportation: Compliments were extended to the
1. IDEA-B Special Education - $262,655.55 transportation department, as well as the summer em-
2. ECSE Early Childhood - $6,090.80 Accepted the resignation of Ms. Denise Leu, Treasur- ployees, for preparing the buses for the start of a new
Accepted the following donations: $790.00 from Don er for Evergreen Local Schools for the purpose of retire- school year.
Smith to 300-1820-9528 Wrestling Donations, $300.00 ment, effective July 31, 2018. 3. Employment: At this point in time, all open posi-
in science equipment from Ohio Soybean Ag Biotech tions have been filled. However, the district is still look-
Workshop. It was moved and seconded for the Evergreen Lo- ing to add to their substitute pool.
Approved the fulltime employment of Sheila Natter as cal Board of Education Members, Treasurer, Superin- It was moved and seconded to adjourn the July 9,
a nonteaching employee, effective August 1, 2018, with tendent, and invited guests to go into executive session 2018 Regular Meeting of the Evergreen Local Board of
Ms. Natter’s initial assignment to be at Evergreen Middle for the following reason: To consider the employment of Education. The Next Regular Board Meeting will be held
public employees: ORC 121.22(G)(1). Executive Session on August 13, 2018 at 7:00 PM in the Loren Pennington
began at 7:15 p.m. and ended at 7:23pm. Learning Center.

Approved the reemployment of Denise Leu as Trea-
surer effective August 1, 2018. Approved a one-year
agreement with A Renewed Mind to provide onsite be-

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 REPORTER fornia. er, passed away early Monday to sergeant. He is stationed at Indian, Sunday, July 26th at
ESTABLISHED 1878 morning. Boca Raton Field, Florida, as 3:00 pm. Miss Dale Collins at-
80 YEARS AGO an instructor. tended as bridesmade and Dale
130 YEARS AGO July 1938 30 YEARS AGO Sperry attended as bestman.
July 1888 July 1988 65 YEARS AGO
Charles Louys exhibited a July 1953 55 YEARS AGO
The elevator of Grindle and 25 pound turtle he captured in Craig Bavin was the winner July 1963
Neil is nearing completion and the Tiffin River. of the John Philip Sousa award Mr. & Mrs. Seldon Kintner
they are ready to take in grain. and the National School Choir and Mr. & Mrs. Clair Nihart Mr. & Mrs. Carlton Petty
70 YEARS AGO Award presented at the Hilltop were at Bangor, Michigan Sun- and Robert of York, Ind. and
120 YEARS AGO July 1948 Music Boosters Banquet. day for sweet cherries. Mr. and Mrs. Birch Reed and
July 1898 daughter of Miami, Florida
Sunday afternoon occurred 20 YEARS AGO Lewis Gayer and daughter were Sunday evening visitors
Born to Mr. and Mrs. Martin the wedding of Norma DeGroff July 1998 Jeanette of Detroit were here of Mr. & Mrs. Herman Kalten-
Armbruster, a 10 pound son. to Dan Murray of Bryan. for the 4th of July weekend bach.
Hilltop graduates received with their relatives, Frank Gay-
An effort is being made to 60 YEARS AGO over $265,000 worth of schol- er and family and Mr. and Mrs. Mr. & Mrs. Lloyd Oberlin
establish a telephone exchange July 1958 arship money this year. Mike Gayer. Jeanette remained Jr. visited their son Charles
in Montpelier. for a 2 week visit. Oberlin and family at Pleasant
Elber S. Schnur, 64, died in EDON COMMERCIAL Lake, Ind. and Mr. & Mrs. Eric
110 YEARS AGO Angola on July 2. Mr. & Mrs Henry Meyers Isenhoff at Bay City , Michigan
July 1908 75 YEARS AGO and Mrs. Edna Keppler were on Sunday evenings they also
50 YEARS AGO July 1943 dinner guests Sunday of Mr. & called on Hazel Shaughniss
Excursion to Chicago from July 1968 Mrs. Hubert Meyers and Mr. & near Angola.
here via Wabash, $2.90 round The Fourth and Fifth in Edon Mrs. John Meyers. Mr. & Mrs.
trip. Pack 189 will hold an olym- were glorious, quiet and sane. Carmon Esterline and family Miss Judy Coleman and Wil-
pic night with the boys against Gas rationing limited driving to of near Pioneer were afternoon liam Daniels were Sunday din-
Inez Boardman will teach their fathers at a picnic at any place distant. The only cel- callers. ner guests of Mr. & Mrs. James
grades three and four. ebrations in this area were at Coleman and Tamela.
Independence Dam. Those Napoleon and Hillsdale. An Edon trip took first place
100 YEARS AGO who wish may bring along fish- in group singing in the Wil- 40 YEARS AGO
July 1918 ing tackle. Mr. & Mrs. C.F. Mauerhan liams County 4-H Club con- July 1978
and daughter Irene of Detroit test at West Unity High School.
Chas. Smith was badly in- ADVANCE REPORTER and Mr. & Mrs. Ora Eyster were The trio consists of Jean Miller, Lyn Kundard served as a
jured when a team of colts he (1976 MERGE) Sunday dinner guests of Mr. & Phyllis Parson and Judy Thom- counselor at Buckeye Boys
was driving ran away hitched Mrs. Arlow Eyster. as. State held at Bowling Green
to a hay tedder. He was thrown 40 YEARS AGO State University. This is his 3rd
from the tedder into a fence. July 1978 Kermit Lantzenhiser has Miss Betty Wolff became the year as counselor.
been promoted from corporal bride of Ora Stayner of Orland,
The Illinois Picnic was held Mrs. Frances Grisier, Stryk-
at the home of R.C. Ashby.

90 YEARS AGO Montpelier’s Hotel Daniels
July 1928

The exchange club and their
wives enjoyed a banquet at the
Methodist Church, at which
time their charter was present-
ed by a representative of the
National Club.

80 YEARS AGO
July 1938

Harry Dachsteiner, a former
West Unity resident, died in St.
Vincent Hospital from internal
injuries caused by a fall on Sat-
urday.

60 YEARS AGO
July 1958

Twin daughters were born to
Mr. and Mrs. Wilford Hornung
on June 24.

50 YEARS AGO
July 1968

A new warehouse and truck
garage is being erected by
Ruth Stoner and Sons on the
Jack Stoner lot on South Main
Street.

STRYKER ADVANCE
ESTABLISHED 1884

110 YEARS AGO HOTEL ... Williams County history (July 16, 2007, 11 years ago): The former Hotel Daniels in Montpelier was razed in a con-
July 1908 trolled burn by the Montpelier Fire Department after parts of the 100-year-old building collapsed. The two-story brick hotel
was built by Burget H. and Emma Daniels on the northwest corner of Empire and Depot streets and opened September 10,
The 18 month old child of 1907. Its location near the Wabash Railroad depot made the hotel convenient for travelers, salespeople and railroad em-
John Stuckey, who lives north ployees. In 1908, the Montpelier Enterprise noted, “The hotel contains 25 large, airy and well-lighted bed chambers, besides
of Lockport was drowned by ladies’ parlors, dining room, writing room, barbershop and office. The Hotel Daniels is elegantly furnished and heated by hot
falling into a half barrel sunk water and lighted by electricity. Each floor is provided with baths, an electric bell system is installed, and altogether this is a
in the milk house. thoroughly modern and up to date hostelry, one where the weary man of travel can rest easy. The table service is unexcelled
by any $2 a day house in the country. Patrons choosing the European plan can get a room at a moderate cost and pay for
Mrs. Frank Roush has been what meals they require.” Changes in transportation caused a decline in the hotel’s business, and it closed in 1976. Por-
installed as Nobel Grand of the tions of the historic structure collapsed on or about July 9, 2007, and the structure was razed on July 16. This March 1991
Rebekah Lodge. photograph of the Hotel Daniels is from the Kevin Maynard collection--Courtesy of the Williams County, Ohio, Local History
Exchange. https://www.facebook.com/groups/WCOLHE/
90 YEARS AGO
July 1928

Ernest Malloy, a former
Stryker resident, died in Cali-

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Pastor’s Ponderings FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES

BY: PASTOR STEVE WILMOT - “I WITNESSED A MIRACLE SUNDAY” BY: REX STUMP - BE IN AWE!

Miracles, by definition, are rare. Hurts were healed. Forgiveness was What did you do on the Fourth sunset, the flowers that bloom, or the
For Jesus, they were common. Wa- offered and given. Relationships were of July? Picnic, cookout, ballgame, tiny seed grow into a massive water-
ter to wine. Enough food to feed 5000 restored. People didn’t cross to the swim, lake time? Fireworks?! Most melon?
people from a boy’s sack lunch. Call- other side of the street when they saw kids celebrated with setting off fire-
ing Lazarus out of the grave. Healing “one of them” coming down their side crackers and bottle rockets, or sim- I read something the other day
the sick regardless of their disease or of the sidewalk. ply tossed the little snappers and joy- that caught my attention. The author
severity. Ultimately rising from dead fully waved their sparklers. This year said, “When taking in a spectacular
after being crucified for our sins. That never happens either. Typical- a friend invited us to watch the eve- sunset, or admiring with awe a pow-
ly, a pastor and his family run away ning fireworks display from his yard, erful waterfall, or looking out over a
I know miracles still happen today. from such a heart-wrenching experi- a perfect viewing location! So, we beautiful blanket of new fallen snow,
I’m sure many more than we recog- ence. The church he left is relieved grabbed out lawn chairs and walked my grandmother would pause and
nize. But last Sunday, I witnessed one that they won’t have to run into him through the neighborhood for the an- point to it and then say with satisfac-
that was unmistakable and all God. anymore. They part ways, but the feel- nual fireworks display. I’m not sure tion: “My Father made that!”
A little history is necessary to set the ings of betrayal and bitterness remain. why, but the older I get, the less im-
stage. pressed I am with fireworks. But this Isn’t that awesome?! Have we for-
Maybe that’s the primary reason year, it was different. gotten all that God has made? Have
Thirty-plus years ago, my family God didn’t want us to leave town. He we forgotten to be dazzled by His
and I moved from central Indiana to wanted to do a miracle of reconcilia- My friend has two little boys, that handiwork and creation?
Edgerton to serve as minister of the tion. Thirty years passed. The Edg- couldn’t wait for the sky to be lit up
Edgerton Church of Christ. The men erton Church of Christ continued to with a massive firework display! They Let’s not forget that God is awe-
and women who came to move our do their thing and Edgerton Chris- were fired up and as the sky lit up, some in power, the creator of all
stuff were very kind and excited about tian Church did theirs. Little by little, their faces were filled with awe and things, and the author and sustainer
us coming. the temperature between those who joy. It was then, that I realized I need- of life. His works light up the sky!
stayed and those who left began to ed to recapture that same joy! “The heavens proclaim the glory of
We were, too. Our previous church temper. They began talking to each God. The skies display his crafts-
was the one we call our “Wilderness other again. When they ran into each I forgot. Sometimes I forget to en- manship.” (Psalm 19:1)
Years.” We didn’t fit in with the cul- other at an event, they greeted each joy the amazing. I forget to laugh, to
ture. Our growing family of four chil- other rather than avoiding each other. give thanks, and to simply appreci- Let’s not forget that God is also
dren under the age of 10 was the ate the unadorned. I’ve grown ac- personal, referring to those who be-
youngest people in the church by at It almost was like they had never customed to seeking the spectacular lieve on his name as his children.
least 15 years. We wondered why God taken sides that resulted in a church event, the top ten plays, and the daz- John said, “But to all who believed
had sent us there. split. That’s the history that brings me zling feats, that I forget to appreciate him and accepted him, he gave the
up to a couple of weeks ago. the simple stuff. The firework dis- right to become children of God.”
To get a picture of what it was like, plays that night was spectacular, but (John 1:12) And that is why that
when we left there and moved to Edg- I received a visit from Jeff Brookins, because I’ve seen it so often, I forgot grandmother could confidently and
erton, they burned down the house we the current Edgerton Church of Christ to appreciate it. joyfully say, “My Father made that!”
lived in because of the infestation of pastor. He told me that he was going
cock roaches! to be on vacation July 8 and wanted Have we forgotten to appreciate God is awesome in power and is
to know if I would preach for him. I’m the simple things in life? In family, to be feared, yet he calls us his chil-
We were excited to have a new start not sure what the shocked expression creation or sport? A routine play, a dren. Don’t forget those incredible
in a new town with a church that had on my face conveyed to him, but he repetitive run, catch or throw? We truths. Take time today to be like a
quite a few people our age. For sever- said, “No, really. I’d like you to preach are so enthralled with looking for the child, look at creation, laugh, giggle,
al years everything was fantastic. We for me.” amazing we forget to appreciate the or just simply smile and say, “My Fa-
saw the weekly attendance grow from ordinary. How about the sunrise or ther made that!”
the low-hundreds to over 200 consis- Side note: I’m sure God was snick-
tently. More importantly, we witnessed ering and rubbing his hands together For more reading check out; Psalm
people growing in their faith and will- in glee as his plan was unfolding in 24:1-2 and Psalm 96.
ingness to follow Jesus, whatever that my living room.
meant. The future looked bright.
I told Jeff I would be willing to come,
Then out of the blue, it all fell but I wasn’t sure if his congregation
apart. I won’t go into details, but those would be open to me coming. Maybe it
of you who lived in Edgerton at the would reopen wounds that had been
time surely remember. I was asked to healed. He assured me it was time to
leave. The church was almost evenly finalize the healing. I agreed to go.
divided over a disagreement we had.
The love and harmony we had experi- Sunday, I was surprisingly calm
enced was blown away over the span as we drove to church. To say that is
of a few months. After my departure, uncharacteristic would be an under-
I diligently prayed asking God what statement. When I walked through
to do. All I heard were the words, “I the doors, I was warmly welcomed by
called you to Edgerton and I haven’t the greeter. Upon entering the foyer,
called you to leave.” I asked again and a couple of ladies stood and hugged
again over a few weeks not believing me tight, saying they were happy to
I was hearing right. That never hap- see me.
pens. When a pastor leaves a church,
he leaves town, but God was saying, No one shunned me. No one asked
“Stay put.” what I was doing there. No one asked
me to leave. Even those who had been
We did. I had no idea what the on “the other side” 30 years earlier
plan was, and I certainly didn’t want welcomed me with open arms.
to start a church. But it became clear
that God did. Edgerton Christian If you are an observer of churches
Church was born. – either from the inside or from the
outside looking on – you’ll know this
Over the years, God did something never happens. Never. Ever. Instead,
really special among those who either grudges are held on to and hurts re-
still attended the Edgerton Church of main raw and unhealed. Formerly op-
Christ or left when I did. It didn’t hap- posing sides never choose to forget the
pen overnight, but anger oozed away. past in order to reunite sides.

Only God can make it happen.
Only God can soften
the hearts of people like
that towards one anoth-
er over time. Only God
can bury the residue of
a painful past and raise
up to something new.
Only God. I witnessed
a miracle Sunday. Now
I can’t wait to see what
God has up his sleeve
next. Maybe the next
time Jeff goes on vaca-
tion, he’ll ask me again.

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AP Explains: Immigrants In Millcreek-West Unity Local Schools
US Military Throughout History Announce 2108-2019 Meal Program
The Millcreek-West Unity Local this information is missing, the school
IMMIGRATION ... FILE - In this March 24, 2003, file outside Houston denied School today announced its 2018-2019 cannot process the application.
photo, Lillian Cardenas, the foster sister of U.S. Marine Garcia service because program year policy for free and re-
Lance Cpl. Jose Gutierrez talks to a reporter outside he was Hispanic. Garcia duced price meals for students unable FREE HEALTH CARE: Families with
her parent’s home where the flag flies at half staff in fought with diner staff to pay the full price of meals served children eligible for school meals may
Lomita, Calif. The Guatemalan-born Gutierrez, who and destroyed part of the under the National School Lunch and be eligible for FREE health care cover-
entered to U.S. illegally as an orphan teen, was killed restaurant in anger. After School Breakfast program. Each school age through Medicaid and/or Ohio’s
in battle around the port city of Umm Qasr. Hundreds a national outcry, charg- office and the central office has a copy Healthy Start & Healthy Families pro-
attended his memorial service outside of Los Angeles. es against Garcia were of the policy, which may be reviewed by grams. These programs include cover-
He was granted American citizenship posthumously. dropped. any interested party. age for doctor visits, immunizations,
(AP Photo/Ric Francis, File) physicals, prescriptions, dental, vi-
The fight was later The Federal Income Eligibility sion, mental health, substance abuse
By Russel Contreras ists. A few deserted the portrayed in the 1956 Guidelines will be used for determin- and more. Please call 1-800-324-8680
ASSOCIATED PRESS U.S. Army in Mexico and movie “Giant,” starring ing eligibility. Children from families for more information or to request an
formed the St. Patrick’s Rock Hudson and James whose annual income is at or below the application. Information can also be
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. Battalion because they Dean. Federal Guidelines are eligible for free found on the web at http://jfs.ohio.
(AP) — Some immigrant related more to the Mexi- and reduced price meals or free milk if gov/ohp/consumers/familychild.stm.
U.S. Army reservists and can Catholics they ini- WAR ON the school participates in the Special Anyone who has an Ohio Medicaid card
recruits who enlisted in tially were fighting. TERROR Milk Program. is already receiving these services.
the military with a prom- CIVIL WAR At the beginning of
ised path to citizenship During the Civil War the U.S. invasion of Iraq Application forms are being distrib- The information provided on the
are being abruptly dis- from 1861 to 1865, non- in 2003, around 38,000 uted to all homes in a letter to parents application is confidential and will be
charged . citizens made up as of those in uniform were or guardians. To apply for free and used only for the purpose of determin-
much as 20 percent of not American citizens. reduced-price benefits, households ing eligibility and may be verified at any
A few said the Army the 1.5 million soldiers in U.S. Citizenship and Im- should fill out the application and re- time during the school year by school
informed them they had migration Services would turn it to the school. Additional copies or other program official. To discourage
been labeled as secu- naturalize more than are available at the principal’s office in the possibility of misrepresentation, the
rity risks because they 26,000 service members each school. A complete application is application forms contain a statement
have relatives abroad from Sept. 11, 2001, to required. Households which currently above the space for signature certifying
or because the Defense 2006, following an exec- receive Special Nutrition Assistance that all information furnished is true
Department had not utive order by President Program Benefits (SNAP, formally and correct. Applications are being
completed background George W. Bush. known as food stamps) or Ohio Works made in connection with the receipt of
checks on them. One of the first com- First (OWF) funds for a child must federal funds. Schools or other officials
bat casualties of the Iraq provide the child’s name, the SNAP or may check the information on the ap-
Throughout history, War was Marine Lance OWF case number and signature of an plication at any time during the school
immigrants have served Cpl. Jose Gutierrez, 22. adult household member on the appli- year. Deliberate misrepresentation of
and earned praise for The Guatemalan-born cation. information may subject the applicant
their actions in battle de- Gutierrez, who entered to prosecution under applicable state
spite reservations about the U.S. illegally as an Households which do not receive and federal laws.
their immigration status orphan teen, was killed SNAP or OWF funds must provide the
and loyalties. Here are in battle around the port names of all household members, the Households will be notified of the
some examples: city of Umm Qasr. Hun- last four digits of the Social Security approval or denial of benefits.
dreds attended his me- Number of the adult signing the appli-
AMERICAN morial service outside cation or state “none” if the adult does Foster children are categorically eli-
REVOLUTION of Los Angeles. He was not have a Social Security Number, the gible for free meal benefits regardless
French aristocrat Mar- granted American citi- amount and source of income received of the household’s income. If a family
quis de Lafayette sailed to zenship posthumously. by each household member, (state the has foster children living with them
the newly formed United monthly income) and the signature of and wishes to apply for such meals or
States in 1777 to join the an adult household member. If any of milk for them, contact the school for
fight against the British. more information.
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WILLIAMS & FULTON COUNTY (NORTHWEST OHIO) SPORTS ACTION

Archbold ACME Baseball Bryan ACME Baseball Headed To
Wins District Championship State For First Time Since 1999

PHOTO PROVIDED

DISTRICT CHAMPS … The Bryan Golden Bears are headed to the State ACME
baseball tournament for the first time since 1999 as a result of their 12-3 win over
Defiance in the District Championship game on Monday night in Bryan. Bryan will
now face Coldwater in the state quarterfinals on Saturday, July 21st at 5pm in
Defiance.

PHOTO PROVIDED Zack Dohm Makes It A Weekend
Sweep At Oak Shade Raceway
STATE BOUND ... The Archbold Bluestreaks wrapped up a District title as they
defeated Kalida 10-0 in six innings on Sunday, July 15th in Hamler. Archbold now
advances to the State tournament in Defiance where they will face Perrysburg in
the quarterfinals on Saturday, July 21st at 12:00pm

12U Bryan Jr. Lady Bears By: Scott Hammer Friday night’s winner, Taylor Cook, run-
Zack Dohm definitely made the six- ning third.
hour trek from Cross Lanes, West Vir- A caution flag on lap 21 slowed the
Finish As League Runners Up ginia, a worthwhile one, winning a com- field a final time, but McKinney had
bined $15,000 at Oakshade Raceway the field covered and went on to take
over the weekend by sweeping both the checkered flag with Ruhlman and
DIRTcar Summer Nationals events in- Cook finishing second and third. Bobby
cluding the $10,000 to win 20th Annual Stremme ended up fourth with Brad Ei-
Birthday Race on Saturday night. tniear finishing fifth. NASCAR Camping
Last year’s Birthday Race winner, World Truck driver Matt Crafton could
Kent Robinson, started on the pole and only muster a seventh place finish just
led the first 10 laps of the 60-lap Birth- behind Josh Scott.
day Race main event. Zack Dohm made Cory Gumm started in the second
a charge to the front to the inside of Rob- row of the compact feature event and im-
inson on lap 11 and never looked back. mediately got to the front at the drop of
Dohm ran numerous laps behind Jon the green flag. Several drivers running in
Henry who was running at the tail of the the top five including Eric Carr and Ken
lead lap cars trying not to get lapped. Watts had issues that brought out cau-
This kept Robinson and Frank Heck- tions and sent them to the tail of the field
enast Jr. in a tight pack behind Dohm. for the restarts.
Robinson made a bid for the lead on lap Waldron, Michigan’s Brogan Rehklau
35 by sticking his nose to the inside of took advantage of a restart after an ear-
Dohm, but Dohm was able to fend off ly caution to get by Gumm for the race
the challenge. Finally, after what seemed lead and went on to pick up the feature
like an eternity, Henry slipped up from win over Gumm. Joe Elliot finished third
the bottom and allowed Dohm and the after starting 10th and Matt Brazeau
rest of the front runners to get by. Short- climbed up through the field to end up
ly thereafter, Henry abruptly slowed in fourth after starting 12th.
turn two which brought out the caution The final leg of the Oakshade/Attica
flag on lap 46. Late Model Challenge Series takes place
PHOTO PROVIDED With clear track ahead, Dohm went this weekend at Attica Raceway Park
on Friday night and then wrapping up
FUTURE LADY BEARS ... The 12U Bryan Junior Lady Bears recently ended their on to add his name to the elite list of Saturday at Oakshade Raceway. Steve
season as league runners-up, falling to an undefeated Liberty Center team. Oakshade Birthday Race winners with

Hilltop 10U Black Robinson settling for the runner up po- Kester has a slim 3 point lead over Ryan
sition. Heckenast Jr. finished third and Missler and Devin Shiels is only three
the 2018 DIRTcar Summer Nationals back from him so it will be a tight battle
Completes Undefeated Season champion, Brian Shirley from Chatham, going into the final two nights of compe-
Illinois, ended up fourth. Ryan Unzicker tition.
wound up finishing fifth. In addition to the UMP Late Models,
Mike McKinney out of Plainfield, Il- the AmeriGas UMP Sportsman and Hot
linois, started on the pole of the Sum- Rod Welding & Engineering Bombers will
mit Racing Modified Nationals feature be back in action at Oakshade Raceway
event and led the entire 25-lap distance. on Saturday night along with compacts.
Last year’s winner, Brian Ruhlman po- Gates open at 4pm, hot laps start at 6pm
Ohio State TransfnereWwohlabaughsitioned himself into second early with and racing at 7pm.

Can Play This Fall At Duke

PHOTO PROVIDED DURHAM, N.C. (AP) — The NCAA will fensive line after losing two-year start-
allow Duke center Jack Wohlabaugh to ing center Austin Davis. The 6-foot-4,
PERFECT SEASON ... Hilltop Black sponsored by Layman Construction recently play this fall after transferring from Ohio 300-pound Wohlabaugh participated in
captured the 10U tournament championship to finish their season 22-0. Team State. Duke’s spring practices behind redshirt
members pictured are: Front row from left: Kenley Routt, Giada Rising, Eleana senior Zach Harmon, though all 22 of
VanArsdalen, Hayden Johangten, Halle Jones, Kennedy Bailey, Kelsy Connolly, Wohlabaugh joined the Blue Devils Harmon’s career starts had come at the
Gyllyan Proper. Back Row from left: Coach Melissa Routt, Libbie Baker, McKenna program in January with three seasons left or right guard positions.
Mayer, Brynn Rodriguez, Brandy Lantz, and Coach Zac Rising. of eligibility remaining. Transfers typi-
cally must sit out a year at their new Wohlabaugh didn’t see game action
school per NCAA rules, but Duke said in two seasons with the Buckeyes pro-
Wednesday that the NCAA has approved gram.
a waiver request that grants immediate
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Montpelier Tot Ball Gets Season Underway

PHOTOS PROVIDED

OPENING NIGHT ... Montpelier’s Tot Ball kicked off the season on July 11, 2018
with Team 3 (red) vs Team 7 (dark blue) among the games taking place.

West Virginia’s Zack Dohm Picks Up
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Young, Joyful France Beats Croatia 4-2 To Win 2nd World Cup

By:Graham Dunbar were filed against the group Sunday, match out of reach with a furious pas- coach did a few skipping dance steps in
AP SPORTS WRITER too. sage of play in the second half. In the the rain before stopping and laughing
59th, a run from Mbappe started a play at himself.
MOSCOW (AP) — Taking turns slid- Putin was later on the field to award that ended up with Pogba on the edge
ing across the rain-soaked turf holding medals to the players in a ceremo- of the penalty area. With his second at- It was that kind of unbridled evening
the World Cup trophy tight, teenager ny soon drenched in rain and joy. As tempt, the midfielder curled his shot for the French who won with an exuber-
Kylian Mbappe and the rest of France’s thunder pealed and lightning cracked, beyond Subasic. ance not often seen in a mostly efficient,
players acted like the youthful bunch FIFA president Gianni Infantino hand- controlled title run.
they are. ed France captain Hugo Lloris the gold Griezmann scored from the penalty
World Cup trophy. spot in the 38th minute fully four min- Back home in France, tens of thou-
Nothing, not a Pussy Riot protest nor utes after his corner kick was knocked sands of fans headed to the Eiffel Tower
a postgame downpour that soaked Rus- Gold confetti stuck to the soaked out of play by Ivan Perisic’s arm. The to watch a broadcast on giant screens
sian President Vladimir Putin, was go- Les Bleus as they paraded the trophy referee ruled it handball only after a that Paris police closed the area more
ing to stop the party. around the Luzhniki Stadium, a fi- video review, just as the first thunders than two hours before kickoff.
nal act of an enthralling tournament claps boomed around the stadium.
It carried on long after a thrilling in which Croatia reached its first final Two years ago at home, France
4-2 win over Croatia on Sunday. In while powers Brazil, Germany and Ar- “In a World Cup final, you do not give flopped in a European Championship
the locker room with French President gentina went home early. such a penalty,” Croatia coach Zlatko final it was expected to win against Por-
Emmanuel Macron striking poses with Dalic said. tugal.
players, then a champagne-spraying, About 12 minutes after a protester
water-splashing interruption of the gave Mbappe a double high-five on the France took the lead in the 18th “But maybe if we had been European
coach Didier Deschamps’ news confer- field, Mbappe sent a right-footed shot when Croatia’s tallest outfield player, champions we would not be champions
ence. from 25 yards (meters) past goalkeeper 1.90-meter (6-foot-3) forward Mario today,” Deschamps said.
Danijel Subasic . The goal put France Mandzukic, rose to meet Griezmann’s
“Sorry! They’re young and they’re up 4-1, closing the door on Croatia who free kick with the top of his head. He PRESIDENTS’ CLUB
happy,” said Deschamps, like a proud had been the better team until Mbappe deflected it past his own goalkeeper. Putin watched the game in a VIP sec-
father. took control. tion with the presidents of France and
Perisic and Mandzukic both scored Croatia, Emmanuel Macron and Kolin-
Deschamps had good reason to in- The only other teen to score in a for Croatia, first to equalize in the 28th da Grabar-Kitarovic.
dulge them. His team is mostly aged 25 World Cup final was Pele, who was 17 minute and later as a consolation goal Macron paced nervously out of his
or under and can return almost intact when Brazil beat Sweden 5-2 in 1958. in the 69th, embarrassing Lloris with a seat during the video review, and kissed
to defend their title in 2022 in Qatar. flicked shot as the France goalkeeper his Croatian counterpart on both
Mbappe, who plays for Paris Saint- tried to dribble the ball out of his goal- cheeks to console her after the game.
“Our children are going to be very Germain in the French league, was born mouth. They joined the medal ceremony and
proud,” forward Antoine Griezmann months after France won its only other both kissed the gold trophy before it got
said. “The World Cup, it’s a lot.” World Cup title in 1998. But the three-goal lead was too much to Lloris.
for the red-and-white-checkered squad FINAL GOALS
The 19-year-old Mbappe became “I have a whole story to write,” that made a habit of coming back at the The two previous finals were 0-0 af-
only the second teen after Pele to score Mbappe said. “This is just the begin- World Cup — and played three straight ter 90 minutes before being settled with
in a World Cup final. ning.” 120-minute games before the final. a single goal deep into extra time.
Three goals in the first half was the
Mbappe had just shown his electri- Paul Pogba and Griezmann, France’s “We were dominant, we had control,” most prolific since 1974, when West
fying speed in the 52nd minute when two other key creative players, also Dalic said through a translator. “What Germany went into the break up 2-1
play was held up by four protesters who scored. Pogba played a disciplined role we’ve had in terms of luck over the tour- against the Netherlands. That was the
ran onto the field. Russian punk band in Russia, but his natural joy was evi- nament, we lacked that today.” final score.
Pussy Riot later took credit for the inci- dent celebrating his 18-yard (meter) The six-goal final was the most since
dent — watched from the VIP seats by shot, and leading the champagne show- Deschamps became only the third England beat West Germany 4-2 in
Putin, whose government once jailed er for Deschamps. man to win the World Cup as a player 1966. It also ensured the 2018 World
members of the activist group. Charges and a coach. He joined Mario Zagallo Cup had only one scoreless game, when
But it was Mbappe who put the of Brazil and Franz Beckenbauer, who France last played at Luzhniki Stadium
captained West Germany. against Denmark.
Indiana Gym In 1986 More AP World Cup coverage:
‘Hoosiers’ Film Needs Repairs France’s captain 20 years ago, Des- https://apnews.com/tag/WorldCup
champs was lifted up by his players on
the field and flung into the air several
teams and caught. The normally staid

KNIGHTSTOWN, Ind. (AP) — A histor- pointing of the bricks outside, and we Former Michigan State,
ic gym in eastern Indiana that was fea- need new windows,” he said. “If anything
tured in the 1986 basketball film “Hoo- happened to that roof, this gym would
Lions Coach Darryl Rogers Diesand new windows.
siers” needs a new roof, brick repairs be gone.”
Gym officials might pursue a grant
The Hoosier Gym, a rustic, 1920s-era from the Indiana Office of Community
structure in the farming town of Knight- and Rural Affairs. “Our thoughts and
stown, served as a functioning gym until prayers go out to Darryl
the mid-1960s, WISH-TV reported. “Basically the maximum would be Rogers and his family at
$500,000,” said Dr. Neil Shaneyfelt, who this most difficult time,”
It’s now used as a community cen- is the president of the board of directors. Michigan State coach
ter where kids play basketball, said Bob “That sounds like a lot of money, but an Mark Dantonio said in a
Garner, events coordinator at the gym. old building like this to put on a roof, statement. “Coach Rog-
The facility serves 70,000 people a year, replace 31 windows, and point and tuck ers won the 1978 Big Ten
including visitors from foreign countries, the brick. And we have to match 20 per-
he said. cent of that.” championship at Michi-
Many upgrades are needed to keep The gym served as the home of the gan State and was, in
the gym in pristine condition, Garner Hickory Huskers in “Hoosiers,” which many ways, an offensive
said. starred Gene Hackman and Dennis pioneer in college foot-
“We need a new roof, we need tuck Hopper. ball. I was honored to
have had the opportunity
to talk to him a number
Ohio Governor To Dedicate of times throughout my
State Park Named For Jesse Owens time here and he was al-
ways very supportive. He
loved Michigan State and
will forever be a Spartan.”
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio Gov. struck a deal last year with American FORMER COACH ... In this November 1987 photo, De- Rogers also coached at
John Kasich (KAY’-sihk) plans to dedi- Electric Power to buy a large portion of troit Lions coach Darryl Rogers speaks, location not
cate a new state park and wildlife area a 60,000-acre parcel owned by the com- known. Rogers, who coached Michigan State to a share Arizona State from 1980-
named for Olympic great Jesse Owens. pany and known as ReCreation Land. of the Big Ten title in 1978 and later took the helm for 84 before heading to the
the Lions, has died. He was 83. The Lions said Rogers’ NFL. He was with the Li-
The Republican governor announced The state says the park will include a family confirmed his death Wednesday, July 11, 2018. ons from 1985-88.
the creation of the park earlier this year portion of that property. (Detroit News via AP)
in his final State of the State speech. “We are deeply sad-
The governor has planned dedica- dened to learn of the
The land spans parts of Guernsey, tions at events Tuesday in Columbus passing of Darryl,” Lions
Morgan, Muskingum and Noble coun- at Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium and owner Martha Firestone
ties. The new park was created after the later in the day at Miner’s Memorial Park Ford said. “On behalf of
Ohio Department of Natural Resources in McConnelsville. me, my family and the

HASCH BODY SHOP, INC. DETROIT (AP) — Darryl Rogers, who entire Detroit Lions orga-
coached Michigan State to a share of nization, I would like to extend our sin-
Dr. Austin Saneholtz HASCH BODYOwner:RexHasch DUPONT the Big Ten title in 1978 and later took cere sympathy to his wife, Marsha, and
Dr. Jason Kunsman the helm for the Detroit Lions, has died. the Rogers family.”
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