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WEDNESDAY, JULY 25TH, 2018 (USPS 168-440) - VOLUME 10 EDITION 30

THIS WEEK IN Luis Ayala Raises The Williams County Governments
Bar As An Eagle Scout Oppose Pioneer Well Driller’s
TvHIELLAGE reporter
Plan To Sell Water To
A Salute To Henry County Communities
Fulton & Williams Counties
By James Pruitt
Police Departments THE VILLAGE REPORTER
•••• A Pioneer businessman’s proposal to pump water of
the Michindoh Aquifer and sell it to towns outside of
Wauseon Homecoming, Lyons Toledo has led to a storm of opposition.
Fest, Edgerton Homecoming Ed Kidston, owner of Artesian of Pioneer and the
mayor of the town, wants to drill wells in Williams and
& Plow Days Details Fulton counties to produce 8-10 million gallons per
•••• day and sell it to communities west and south of Tole-
do. The plan is causing many communities to approve
Parade, Games & More resolutions opposing the plan.
At Montpelier's Balloons Fest West Unity passed a resolution at its council meet-
ing July 12 and the city of Bryan followed suit July
•••• 16. The Williams County Board of Commissioners ap-
Safety Town Teaches Life proved a resolution opposing the plan July 16 as well.
Long Safety Practices To Our Individual opposition comes from all corners of Wil-
Society's Most Vulnerable ... liams County as evidenced by a public forum hosted
by Bryan July 16. People packed the council chambers
Our Children for an hour-long session and many took the opportu-
•••• nity to decry Kidston’s plan, offer counter arguments
over how long it takes the aquifer to recharge and the
West Unity Adds Disc Golf danger to the local economy for pumping the water out
To Memorial Park of the aquifer.
•••• The Williams County Commissioners heard from
opponents of Kidston’s plan July 12. Several people
David Benner Sworn In As commented during the half-hour segment. At the time
Newest Member Of the commissioners made no comment, citing the lack
of information. The board approved a resolution the
Stryker Village Council following Monday which stated its opposition.
•••• The resolution stated:
“We have many concerns about the short- and
Bill Hopkins Remembered long-term effect of this venture, and how it will impact
At Swanton Village Council our water supply. Williams County is solely dependent
on this water source as there is no financially viable
Meeting backup. Every day our city, villages, agricultural op-
erations, county residents, business and industry de-
S SReporter pend on a clean, consistent, daily supply. Should the
PORT PHOTO BY TIMOTHY KAYS, STAFF levels drop, if contamination occurs, or outsourced
volumes increase, it would have a devastating impact
WILLIAMS & FULTON COUNTY (NORTHWEST OHIO) SPORTS ACTION FAITH AND FAMILY STRONG ... Eagle Scout Luis Ayala, second from left, cites his on us all.
family, father Carlos at left, brother Justin second from right, and mother Joen at “Those who physically reside in the aquifer should
Montpelier Civic 12U Softball Claim North Central Holds Boys Basketball Camp right, as, "...really important to me." He also says that, "Faith is what helps me be be the only consumers of the water, and it should not
League Tournament Championship who I am." be emptied for financial gain. Water is a precious re-
From June 18-20, North Central held their annual boys basketball camp. Twen- source, and as time goes on it will exponentially in-
ty-two students entering grades 1-3 participated, while 16 boys from grades 4-6 crease in value. We are reminded of an old saying,
honed their basketball skills at camp. "Just because you have the right to do something,
doesn't mean it's the right thing to do." We do not sup-
Attendees received instruction for the North Central Coaching Staff with assis- port nor endorse this venture.”
tance from several high school basketball players. The campers also participated Commissioners Lewis Hilkert and Brian Davis vot-
in several different games and skills contests. ed in favor of the resolution, while Terry Rummel ab-
stained citing a need for more information.
PHOTO PROVIDED Grades 1-3 camp participants with coaches and HS players “I understand the urgency of maybe a timeline of
TOURNEY CHAMPS ... Recently the Montpelier Civic 12U softball team won the moving forward, but I will be abstaining from this vote
Northern Buckeye Fast Pitch Summer League Tournament while finishing the sea- as I still have not had enough time to look at it and I
son with an overall record of 19-1. Pictured from left to right are Lydia Stimpfle, am struggling with the legal aspect of what we have
Reese Hand, Alivya Fry, Kaycee Humbarger, Emily Manisaeng, Katelyn Plourde, power over and also over the small business ventures
Kinsey Word, Bianca Phongphiou, Ellie Merillat, Eliza Hale, Kaylea Serrano, Harli of people, of limiting small businesses or entrepre-
Wodarski-felt, Madison Paris and Gabrielle Stefanelli. neurships,” Rummel said. So I am not disagreeing or
agreeing at this point, I am just abstaining.”
Mike Kudla, Former Star Hilkert cited a report on the aquifer released in mid-
Ohio State Defensive End, Dies At 34 1980s.
“That was an in-depth study of the aquifer within
By: Mitch Stacy Kudla was signed by the Pittsburgh Grades 4-6 camp participants with coaches and HS players Williams County. That particular report was done by
AP SPORTS WRITER Steelers as an undrafted free agent but the Department of Interior but it just targeted Williams
was released in 2006 after sustaining a By: Timothy Kays termination has brought him to the County and didn't discuss anything outside of Wil-
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Mike Kud- hamstring injury that ultimately ended THE VILLAGE REPORTER pinnacle of the Boy Scouts...the Eagle liams County.
la, a star defensive end who played on his pro career. Scout. “I joined in when I was 13, and “And reading that report, even though it is a num-
Ohio State’s 2002 national champion- He serves in his church, Life Chang- I’ve been there ever since,” he said. ber of years old, I do have some concerns about what
ship team, has died. He was 34. He came back to Ohio State in 2012 ing Realities Fellowship. could happen with the aquifer. What could happen is
to be managing director of development His Eagle project reflected his patrio- other private industry could even go to other areas of
The northeastern Ohio school district for the university’s business school. He serves as an Adult Leader for Boy tism, if only on a local level. “I created a the aquifer, whether it be Michigan or Indiana and tap
where he played in high school posted Most recently he operated a company Scout Troop 669. flag retirement box for my church, since into it as well, which could, in fact, alter our water
on Twitter on Monday that he died Sun- that develops medical facilities. my church has a lot of veterans,” Luis supply here in Williams County.
day. The cause was not disclosed. He is about to enter his senior year at said. “I was talking with one of them, “And since I represent Williams County, I really feel
Highland Local Schools in Medina, Hilltop High School. and they were telling me that they were that we need to take this stand, even though we know
Kudla was named first-team All-Big south of Cleveland, said Kudla had been starting to run out of space in their Le- Mr. Kidston has a legal right.”
Ten and Ohio State’s most valuable working with the NFL on protocols for He is patriotic. gion for the flags that were a little worn It’s that legal right which is the basis of Kidston’s
player on defense in 2005. In his final CTE, the degenerative brain disease He has only spoken English for five off and to be destroyed. I told him that I plan. He believes a property owner’s control over the
college game, he set a Fiesta Bowl record chronic traumatic encephalopathy. years, but he’s better at it than a lot of mineral rights to his land is a cornerstone of the free
with three sacks to help the Buckeyes us who’ve grown up with it. CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 enterprise system. Arguments that no one person owns
beat Notre Dame. He finished his college Former teammate Dustin Fox, in May I introduce you to eighteen year
career with 91 tackles and 14.5 sacks. a tweet, called Kudla “one of baddest old Luis Ayala, a young man whose de- CONTINUED ON PAGE 3
dudes I’ve ever played with, but also one
“Mike Kudla was a special young of the most kind and genuine guys you
man,” former Ohio State coach Jim could ever meet.”
Tressel said in a statement. “His love of
family, OSU and country was so strong. More AP college football at www.col-
Our heart aches for the Kudla family, his legefootball.ap.org and https://twitter.
friends, teammates, and entire Buckeye com/AP_Top25
Nation.”
Follow Mitch Stacy at http://twitter.
com/mitchstacy

Grades 1-3 award winners: L to R: Malachi Smeltzer, Mr. Hustle; C.J. Fidler, Most
Valuable Camper; Briggs Fiser, Most Coachable.

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FORMER BUCKEYE GREAT ... In this Oct. 16, 2004, file photo. Ohio State’s Mike Grades 4-6 Award Winners: L to R: Alex St.EJxochluns,ivMelyr.aHt ustle; Jackson Poynter,
Kudla (57) sits on the bench during the final minutes of his team’s loss to Iowa in Most Valuable Camper; Tyler Meyers, Most Coachable.
an NCAA college football game in Iowa City, Iowa. The former Ohio State defensive
end died Sunday, July 15, 2018, according to Highland Local Schools in Medina,
Ohio, the school district where he played in high school. He was 34. Kudla was
an All-Big Ten defensive end and the Buckeyes’ most valuable player on defense
in 2005. He was signed by the Pittsburgh Steelers as an undrafted free agent but
injuries cut short his career. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall, File)

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Local Obituaries

Norman Lisak LaMar Allomong (1930 - 2018) Nancy Pannell (1933- 2018)

(Member of Archbold Knights of Columbus) (Attended Edon United Methodist Church) (Member of Restoration Fellowship Church)

Norbert Henry “Bert” LaMar W. Allomong, Nancy May Pannell, 85, of Montpelier, passed away
Lisak, age 92, of Arch- age 88, of Edon, Ohio, on Tuesday, July 17, 2018 at Evergreen Manor Nursing
bold, passed away July died at 2:30 A.M. on Home in Montpelier.
18, 2018, at Fairlawn Wednesday, July 18,
Haven Nursing Home in 2018, at Hillside Country She was born on July 5, 1933 in Bryan, to Eugene and
Archbold. Living near Bryan, Ohio, Avona (Manon) Hoffman. Nancy graduated from Bryan
He is preceded in death where he was a resident. High School in 1951. On August 7, 1954 in Angola, IN she
by his parents, George Mr. Allomong was a married Larry E. Pannell and he preceded her in death in
and Mary (Loda) Lisak, 1948 graduate of Edon 2012.
his sister, Irene Lisak, and High School, served in the
brothers-in-law, Roger United States Air Force Nancy worked at Ohio Gas Company in Bryan and De-
Batt, Allan Wise and Wal- from 1951-1955 and was sign Institute America in Montpelier. She attended Resto-
lace Zygmontowicz. On employed by The Aro Cor- ration Fellowship Church in Bryan.
VETERAN December 28, 1965, he VETERAN poration in Bryan as a
married Julia Irene Fin- purchasing agent, retiring Nancy is survived by one son, Roger (Donna) Pannell of
ley, and she survives. with thirty-five years of service. He was active in his Montpelier; one daughter, Janis L. Pannell of Montpelier;
He was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church in community as a member of the Edon United Method- three grandchildren, Angel Fish, Greg (Tanya) Pannell
Archbold, where he had been a Rosary Leader at the ist Church and the Methodist Men and the Edon Lions and Ryan (Cindi) Pannell; nine great grandchildren; and
daily Masses. He was also a member of the Archbold Club, of which he was a past president, and served two nine great great grandchildren.
Knights of Columbus and a Scout Master. He was an terms on the Edon Northwest School Board, of which
Army Air Corp Veteran of WWII, where he served in he had been president. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband of
the Pacific Theater and participated in the Battle of In his Masonic life, LaMar was a member of Edon 58 years, Larry Pannell; sister, Patsy White; and brother,
Okinawa. He was a 73-year member of the Archbold Masonic Lodge #474, of which he had served as a Gary Hoffman.
American Legion B.L.W. Post 311. Past Master, was Past District Deputy, was a mem-
He was awarded a Bronze Star, a Victory Medal, ber of Bryan Council #101, Bryan Commandery, #074, A memorial service will take place on Sunday, July 29,
Good Conduct Medal, and the Army of Occupation Northwest Chapter #45 in Bryan, was a member of the 2018 at 2:00 pm at Restoration Fellowship Church in
Medal Japan. He worked as a florist for Owen and Scottish Rite Valley of Toledo and also was a longtime Bryan with Pastor David Oliphant to officiate. Nancy will
Marge Nofziger in Archbold for many years. He also member of Chapter #271, Order of the Eastern Star in be laid to rest beside her husband at Brown Cemetery in
worked at MWT in Napoleon. Bert was a Master Wood Edon, of which he was Past Worthy Patron. Bryan. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mont-
Craftsman, and had made many beautiful pieces of LaMar W. Allomong was born on February 9, 1930, pelier Public Library. Online condolences may be left at
furniture for his family and extended family. He espe- near Edon, the son of Wayne E. and Lenore M. (Thorp) www.thethompsonfuneralhome.com.
cially enjoyed making wooden toys for children. Allomong. He married his wife of sixty-four years, An-
Surviving is his wife, Julia; sisters, Janet Zygmon- nabelle L. Meyers, on September 8, 1950, in Edon, and Reporter
towicz of Sterling Heights, MI, Patricia Batt-Wise of De- she preceded him in death in 2014. www.thevillagereporter.com
Survivors include one son, Randy (Connie) Allo-
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fiance, Balbina (Randy) Wyse of Barron, WI, Joanne mong, of Edon; one daughter, Julie A. (Peter DeWolf)
(Paul) Westhoven of Napoleon.
The family requests that memorial contributions Allomong, of Rancho Mirage, California; three grand-
be given for Masses at St. Peter Catholic Church. The children, Jeremy Allomong, of Edon, Jamie (Justin) Al-
family would like to thank the wonderful and caring lomong Hale, of Sylvania, Ohio, and Dr. Jared (Risa)
staff at Fairlawn Haven, as well as SouthernCare Hos- Allomong, of Berthoud, Colorado; three great-grand-
pice in Toledo. children, Xavier and Aliyah Hale, and Vay Allomong;
Online condolences may be offered to the family at and two brothers, Danny (Sherrie) Allomong, of Edg-
www.grisierfh.com. erton, Ohio, and C. Dean (Pat) Allomong, of Bryan. He
was also preceded in death by his parents and two REGULATION & POLICY:
brothers, Leon and Larry Allomong.
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Brent was born on December 7, 1946, in Wauseon, University in 1981, was employed at All American Con-
Ohio, the son of James L. and Margaret M. (Hutchison) tainers as an account executive, and was member of
Roose. He was a graduate of Bryan High School. the Fayette United Methodist Church. He was known
Brent is survived by his children, James Roose, for his kind, generous heart.
of Elyria, Ohio, Charles (Amanda) Roose, of Hilliard,
Ohio, Matthew (Barbara) Roose, of Toledo and Laura He was a man of deep faith and was passionate
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August 1, 2018. at 11 a.m. at Eagle Funeral Home- WEST UNITY Dollar General
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He was born in Wal- Dollar General, Rowes, Dollar General,
dron, MI on November 2, Sharilyn Black (1951 - 2018) Millers New Market, Kwik Stop
1935 to the late E.J Wil- Two Brothers Market, Delta Speedway
son and Ruth (Tuttle) Wil- (Stryker High School Alumni) Rings Pharmacy PETTISVILLE
son. Sunday’s Market
Sharilyn “Sam” Black, age 72, of Stryker, Ohio for- BRYAN WAUSEON
After graduating from merly of Ada, Oklahoma, went to meet her Lord and Circle K, Main Stop, Chief Supermarket,
Lyons High School in 1954 Saviour, Saturday, July 21, 2018 in St. Vincent Mercy Fountain City Ice House, Marathon, Walmart
he later married Alice Skates in 1955; with her pass- Medical Center, Toledo, Ohio. Dollar General, Walmart Courtview Mart
ing away in 1980. On July 19, 1997, Ed married Betty Shell, Circle K,
Moyer and she survives. Sharilyn was born November 08, 1945 in Defiance, Phil’s One Stop Dollar General
Before retiring he was a self-employed milk hauler Ohio to the late Richard C. and Vivian G. (Replogle) PIONEER LYONS
at Pet Milk in Bryan for 40 years and drove truck for Bernath. She was a 1963 graduate of Stryker High Main Stop
Foster Canning in Napoleon. His previous places of School. She lived and worked in Ada, Oklahoma most Main Stop, Village Market, SWANTON
work included Boyer’s Masonry, UPS in Wauseon and of her adult life, retiring from Walmart in 2007. She Dollar General Dollar General
Stauffer Chemical in Bryan. For many years Ed was a moved back to Stryker, January 2017 where she be-
member of the Irish Hills Antique Car Club. came very active at Stryker Senior Center, book and HOLIDAY CITY
Along with his wife Betty, he is survived by his coloring club, Friends of the Stryker Library and Faith Hutch’s Marathon
children, Debbie Wilson of Sylvania, Gary (Marjorie) Weavers. She was a member of Stryker United Meth-
Wilson of Jonesville, MI, Nancy Wilson of Mansfield, odist Church. She was an avid blood donor. EDON
James Wilson of California and Joyce Wilson of Delta. Slattery
In addition to his parents and first wife, Alice; Ed She had many friends and family that touched her Shamrock
was preceded in death by his brother, Robert Wilson life as well as she was a blessing in return.
in 2015. EDGERTON METAMORA
In fulfilling Ed’s wishes there will be no public ser- Sharilyn is survived by a daughter, Jodi (Bill) En- Main Stop, C-Store TMart
vices. Arrangements and cremation are entrusted with nis, Festus, Missori. Two grandsons and one great-
Barnes Funeral Chapel, 5825 St. Hwy. 109 in Delta. granddaughter. Siblings, Pam (Tim) Oberlin and Wil- Postmaster, please send address corrections to:
Those wishing a show of sympathy may make me- liam (Pam) Bernath, both of Stryker, Ohio. Charles
morial contributions to Ohio Living Hospice, 1730 S. (Rosemary) Bernath, Fulton, Michigan and Laura (Jan) THE VILLAGE REPORTER
Reynolds Rd, Toledo, Ohio 43614. Online condolences Schlosser, of Bryan, Ohio. Many nieces and nephews.
may be sent to the family through our website at www. 115 Broad Street, Montpelier, Ohio 43543
barnesfuneralchapel.com. She is preceded in death by her parents and an old-
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Obits (Continued) CONTINUED FROM THE FRONT PAGE

Kathie Weaver (1951 - 2018) Harold Borton (1929 - 2018) Williams County Governments

(Delta High School Alumni) (Montpelier Resident) the water are all wet to Kidston.
“All we are doing is taking a renewable resource, that
Kathie S. Weaver, of Harold J. Borton, age 89,
Rossford, Ohio passed on to of Montpelier, Ohio, passed is renewed every day on a day like today (this interview
her Heavenly Home on July away at 7:50 P.M. on Sat- was conducted July 20 at Kidston’s Pioneer office while
18, 2018. urday, July 21, 2018, at a downpour was occurring outside), and selling it to
his son’s home in Parma, people in need,” Kidston said.
She was 67 years of age. Michigan.
Kathie was born in Mason, Harold was a farmer, a “We don’t know how many millions of gallons, it
MI to the late Verge “Ben” fireman for Norfolk & West- could be as low as three (million).
Weaver and Martha (Ever- ern railroad, worked in
sole) Conrad. maintenance and after his The figures Kidston uses for his proposal come from
retirement, drove cars for a the group that is the most vocal so far in its opposition.
She was an avid read- dealership. So using the group’s figures, Kidston said 34 inches of
er, enjoyed being with her He was a US Army veter- rain falls on the Michindoh aquifer each year. Of that, 2
friends and loved to play an of the Korean War. Har- to 8 inches of that rain makes it to the aquifer.
cards with her sisters. She VETERAN old enjoyed spending time
graduated from Delta High School in 1969, received an at the lake, fishing, camp- The range of rain that falls could be as low as 20 and
Associate’s Degree from Owens Community College and a ing and mostly, spoiling his as high as 45 inches, he said.
Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Toledo in Busi- grandchildren.
ness and Marketing. She had been an employee at Ru- Born March 4, 1929 in Fulton County, Ohio, he was “I’ve always said 15 percent makes it to the aquifer,”
dolph/Libbe Inc., SSOE Inc., The Collaborative Inc., and the son of and Ray C. and Lois D. (Kirkinburg) Borton. He Kidston said.
most recently at AP Federal Credit Union. Kathie was married Arleen G. Vance on May 23, 1951 in West Unity
a kind and loving sister and Aunt, a loyal friend and a and she preceded him in death on June 22, 2017. If that is accurate, that means in a year with 34 inch-
beautiful spirit. She will be greatly missed. Along with Harold is survived by his children, Darold Borton, of es of rain, 5.1 makes it to the aquifer. That’s exactly
her mother and father, she was preceded in death by her Bryan, Karen Jackson, of Fort Worth, Texas, Currine center or close to center of the 2-8 inch estimate, he
step-father, Melvin Conrad and sister, Betty Piccirilli. Left (Rodney) Laukhuf, of Montpelier and Donald Borton, of said.
to cherish her memory are siblings, Connie (Jim) Nicolen, Parma, Michigan; four grandchildren; nine great-grand-
Fayette; John (Lezlie) Weaver, Orange, California; Marty children; sister, Joyce Schoonover, of Denton, North Car- “We don’t disagree,” Kidston said. “I took their num-
(Terry) Sloan, Perrysburg, Linda Jane (Fred) Bordner, olina and sister-in-law, Kathleen “Kitty” Tritch, of Mont- bers and put them in a spreadsheet.
Haskins; Mary Jo (Steve) Smallman, Wauseon; Susan pelier. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife,
(John) Hathcock, Branson, MO; Cathy (Chuck) Work- infant daughters, Pamela and Caroline Borton and grand- In early reports on the issue, Kidston stated the
man, Toledo and Nancy Parisian, Ypsilanti, MI; 22 nieces daughter, Josie Davis. aquifer was 2.3 million acres. The Alliance responded
and nephews; Gail, Dena, Tony, Paul, Mike, Molly, Lilly, Memorial contributions in the name of Harold J. Bor- the aquifer was smaller. Kidston then talked with the
Nicole, Kellie, Andrew, David, Ryan, Trinity, Michelle, ton are requested to the organization of the donor’s choice. expert Bryan hired, whom he said he has known for 30
Amy, Liz, Jenny, John, Michael (deceased), Krista, Cindy years, and that man told him one inch of rain over the
and Wendy. In honoring Kathie’s wishes, there will be Daniel Keller (1964 - 2018) 1.1 million acres generates 27,000 gallons of water.
no public visitation or services. Cremation will be cared
for by Barnes Funeral Chapel, 5825 St. Hwy. 109, Delta, (Edon High School Alumni) At the Alliance’s minimum of 2 inches of rain a year
Ohio. The family wishes to thank the wonderful people making it to the aquifer, Kidston said at the current
of Hospice of Northwest Ohio for their loving care. Those Daniel James Keller, withdrawal rate of 75 million gallons a day, the aquifer
planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consid- age 54, of Edon, Ohio, generates 30 billion gallons of surplus water per year.
er Hospice of Northwest Ohio, 800 S. Detroit Ave Toledo passed away at 8:30 P.M.
Ohio 43609. on Tuesday, July 17, 2018, “It’s not going anywhere but out of the ground and
in Cleveland Clinic, where down the Tiffin and the creeks,” Kidston said. “Using
Nancy Coryell (1942 - 2018) he was a patient, after a their math, which is not right, if you went around the
chronic illness. Michindoh aquifer and plugged up all the artesian wells,
(Bryan Resident) Mr. Keller was a 1982 you would have 30 billion gallons of water a year.”
graduate of Edon High
Nancy Carol Coryell, 75 years, of Bryan passed away School and served in the This means if the withdrawal rate was doubled to
Monday, July 16, 2018 at Genesis Health Care- Bryan United States Air Force 150 million gallons a day, there will still be 7 billion gal-
Center after a lengthy illness. Nancy was born November from 1983-1990. He had lons of surplus water available, Kidston said.
29, 1942 in Bluffton, Indiana, the daughter of the late formerly worked at Trim
Robert D. and Margaret E. (Hutchinson) White. She was a Trends and was a long- The accurate number for the yearly withdrawal is
1960 graduate of Bluffton High School. VETERAN time employee of Lutterbein 27,375,000 gallons. This includes what is taken out
Lumber Company in Edger- by Angola, Coldwater and Hillsdale, Michigan, Kidston
Surviving are her two brothers, Donald (Bonnie) White ton, Ohio, where he worked said.
of Milford, Ohio and Duncan White of Bluffton, Indiana; in delivery and outside sales. He was an active member
four nieces, Kendra (Dr. Reverend Steven) Ogelsbee, PhD, of the Edon community, serving on the Board of Public The smaller estimated size of the aquifer is based on
Laura Meinke, Candice (Dr. RJ) Nowinski, and Natalie Affairs, and was a former member of the Edon American a study Bryan did a few years ago, but ran out of money,
Rose, and one nephew, Jeffrey “Darin” (Jill) White. Legion Post #474. He was also a passionate and devoted Kidston said. The expert, Todd Feenstra, came to Pio-
firefighter serving with the Florence Township Fire De- neer and other towns asking for money to help complete
To honor Nancy’s wishes there will be no visitation or partment for twenty-eight years and was secretary-trea- the study, Kidston said.
funeral services held. Arrangements are in care of Oberlin- surer of the Florence Township Firefighters’ Association
Turnbull Funeral Home, 206 North Lynn Street, Bryan. for many years. He was also a member of the Northwest “Budget restraints caused him to draw the lines
Ohio Volunteer Firemen’s Association. Dan enjoyed where he did,” Kidston said. “Not actual fact.”
Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked woodworking and tinkering on golf carts and was an avid
to consider memorial contributions be made to a charity fan of NASCAR and The Ohio State Buckeyes. Most im- The aquifer is a leftover from the glaciers that once
of the donor’s choice. portantly he was a loving and devoted son, husband, fa- poured south from the North Pole thousands of years
ther, brother, uncle, and grandfather. ago. When they receded, the aquifer was left in its wake.
Condolences may be sent to the family or the online Daniel James Keller was born on May 14, 1964, at The aquifer consists of sand and gravel, a soil type that
guest book may be signed at www.oberlinturnbull.com Bunker Hill Air Force Base in Peru, Indiana, the son of stretches as far west as Chicago.
Daniel Jay and Dorajean (Witt) Keller. He married Sandra
Barbara Rice (1944 - 2018) (Suntken) Reed on July 29, 1995, in Montpelier, Ohio, The city of South Bend gets its water from the aqui-
and she survives. fer, Kidston said.
(Formers Bob’s Dairy Bar Employee) Surviving in addition to his wife are their children, Mi-
chelle Keller, of Defiance, Ohio, Samantha (Scott Brink) “It’s much, much larger than people can imagine,”
Barbara B. Rice, age 74, Keller, of Montpelier, Ohio, Marc Thomas, of Bryan, he said.
of Farmer, Ohio, passed Ohio, Amy Kelley, of Edon, and Nicholas (Ashley) Reed,
away on Friday, July 20, of Blakeslee; his mother, Dorajean Keller, of Edon; their The image of Kidston as an evil land baron out to
2018, at Park View Nursing grandchildren, Ryan, Matthew, Nathan, Christopher and suck all the water out of the aquifer is far-fetched for
Center in Edgerton where Steven Brink, Hayden Keller, Rylan Thomas, Brandin him to comprehend.
she had been a patient. McClain, Parker Kelley, and Cameron, Chase and Grant
Reed; two brothers, Dayton (Teresa) Keller, of Bryan, “Why would they think I would do that,” Kidston
She worked for many Douglas (Michelle) Keller, of Brooklyn Heights, Ohio; and said. “I have got businesses here, my grandchildren live
years at Bob’s Dairy Bar in a sister, Diane (Scott) Truman, of Amhurst, Ohio. He here. I am not going to do anything to damage it.
Edgerton and Lester’s Diner was preceded in death by his father, Daniel Jay Keller,
in Bryan. in 2014. “I am not going to take one drop of water from any-
Memorials are requested to the Florence Township one, except for the farmers that I am paying.”
Barbara was born Feb- Firefighters’ Association.
ruary 16, 1944, in Buffalo, To sign the online register or to send condolences, But he has seen a 180-degree shift in the commu-
New York. She married Lay- please visit www.krillfuneralservice.com. nity’s view of the world.
el J. Rice on April 25, 1987 in Las Vegas, Nevada and he
survives. Barbara is also survived by her children, Wil- “America has flipped upside down on me over the
liam Brooks and Kim Braun, both of Buffalo, New York last 14 days,” Kidston said.
and Dawn Sercu, of Jacksonville, Florida, several grand-
children and sisters. She was preceded in death by her Kidston is perplexed about the area units of govern-
parents and a sister. ment passing resolutions opposing his proposal without
Memorial contributions are requested to Great Lakes any facts to support them. Doing the opposite and de-
Hospice. claring him guilty without due process is “jumping the
gun.”
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Kidston believes property owners have mineral rights
Truck - Bike Show and his plan is legal because he is paying farmers for
Saturday July 28 • 8-2 access to their water. Just as farmers own their corn
Joe Vasquez and beans, they own the water underneath the surface.
will be Begins at 8:00 a.m. - 'til approx. 1-2 p.m. “We have always believed that,” Kidston said. “But
playing (No Admission or Registration Fees) somehow all of a sudden in the last 14 days in Williams
County, we have embraced socialism. We have believed
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GIVEAWAYS & DRAWINGS  He has to meet the standards of the Ohio Revised
Code and EPA before he can proceed. The laws and reg-
ulation will limit anyone in the state.
Kidston says he will have to prove three things:
1. The withdrawal rate does not exceed the re-
charge rate.
2. He will not affect any neighboring community or
property.
3. It will be a sustainable yield.
“If those things are proven out, and they have to be
according to state law, nobody else in the county has
any worries,” Kidston said. “All I am going to take is, all
that I allowed to take by law, is what is recharged.”
Kidston said it is borders on ludicrousness anyone
should believe he would invest hundreds of millions of
dollars into something that will run out in a few short
years. People need to think this through, he said.
“Why would I make the investment if I was going to
run out of water,” Kidston said.
And the project will not proceed if he doesn’t get the
guarantees and 40-year contracts from the communi-
ties in question. He needs a certain minimum daily use
before he can get started, otherwise it is not economi-
cally feasible.
“If it’s not going to last for 1,000 years, I am not go-
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POLICE, EMT, FIRE, TRAFFIC & COURT NEWS

WEST UNITY POLICE (July 16) 315 E. Oak St., Accident sume alcohol, abide by an 11:00p.m. to to June 9, 2019. No future violations
(July 9) Agency Assist (Property Damage) 6:00 a.m. curfew, complete her GED, within next 5 years. Illegal plates. Fine:
(July 9) Traffic Crash (July 16) 317 N. Fulton St., Wires Down seek and maintain employment, suc- $150; Costs: $40. Expired plates. Fine:
(July 9) Failure To Yield/Citation (July 16) 320 Sycamore St., 911 Hang cessfully complete drug treatment at $35; Costs: $40.
(July 10) Animal Problem Up Contact In Person Serenity Have and successfully com-
(July 10) Well-Being Check (July 16) W. Linfoot St@N. Ottokee St., plete the Fulton County Drug Court. Rochester, Michael C. (Bryan, Ohio).
(July 10) Agency Assist Debris/Item in Roadway Failure to comply could result in Ms. OVI. Fine: $750; Costs: $89; Jail: 40
(July 10) Traffic Crash (July 16) 1285 N. Shoop Ave., Unit 13 Trucks spending 11 months in prison. days with 30 days suspended. Opera-
(July 10) Assured Clear Distance (July 17) 455 E. Airport Hwy., Alarm tor’s license suspended from July 4,
Ahead/Citation Drop WILLIAMS COUNTY TRAFFIC 2018 to July 4, 2020. No future viola-
(July 11) Medical Emergency (July 17) 221 Jefferson St. Unit 2, Loud Baker, Kyle D. (Hillsdale, Michigan). tions within next 5 years. Recovery Ser-
(July 11) Agency Assist (2) Noise 44/25 speed. Fine: $46; Costs: $79. vices of Northwest Ohio. Vacate ADM
(July 11) Telephone Harassment (July 17) 656 Meadow Lane, Threats/ Bentley, Benard (Bryan, Ohio). OVI. license suspension and fees. Driving
(July 11) Speed/Warning Harassment Fine: $650; Costs: $91; Jail: 20 days under suspension. Fine: $500; Costs:
(July 12) Suspicious Person (July 17) 627 Vine St., Suspicious with 17 days suspended. Operator’s $45; Jail: 180 days with 150 days sus-
(July 12) Medical Emergency Person license suspended from June 7, 2018 pended. Fictitious registration. Fine:
(July 13) Agency Assist (July 17) 840 W. Elm St., Trespassing to June 7, 2019. No future violations $150; Costs: $40. 66/55 speed. Fine:
(July 14) Medical Emergency (July 17) 600-B W. Leggett St., Debris/ within next 2 years. 1st Timers Retreat $40; Costs: $40. Seat belt. Fine: $30;
(July 14) Animal Problem Item in Roadway within 90 days. Costs: $40.
(July 14) Suspicious Person (July 17) 840 W. Elm St., Unit 505 Bostater, Robert A. (Bryan, Ohio).
(July 17) 330 S. Maplewood Ave., OVI. Fine: $750; Costs: $95; Jail: 40 Rockey, Jason L. (Montpelier, Ohio).
WAUSEON POLICE Harassment days with 30 days suspended. Opera- 70/55 speed. Fine: $46; Costs: $79.
(July 11) 232 Jefferson St., Welfare (July 17) 1058 N. Shoop Ave., Animal in tor’s license suspended from May 6,
Check Hot Vehicle 2018 to May 6, 2019. No future vio- Salley, Jason F. (Pioneer, Ohio).
(July 11) 725 S. Shoop Ave., Investigate (July 17) 230 Clinton St., Investigate lations within next 2 years. Recovery Failure to control. Fine: $71; Costs:
Complaint Complaint Services of Northwest Ohio. Work re- $79.
(July 11) 413 W. Elm St., Narcotics (July 18) 210 Cherry St., Suspicious lease granted.
(July 11) 151 S. Fulton St., Investigate Person Branham, James E. (Edon, Ohio). Shaffer, Dwight D. (Bryan, Ohio).
Complaint (July 18) 437 Cedar St., Welfare Check 42/25 speed. Fine: $55; Costs: $85. Failure to reinstate. Fine: $200; Costs:
(July 11) 259 Elm St., 911 Hang Up (July 18) 218 E. Chestnut St., Alarm Crabtree, Larry H. (Bryan, Ohio). $79. Operator’s license suspended
Contact In Person Drop Prohibited turn. Fine: $71; Costs: $79. from July 13, 2018 to August 12, 2018.
(July 11) 311 S. Fulton St., Civil Matter Crites, Charles K. (Hicksville, Ohio). Stop sign. Fine: $35; Costs: $40.
(July 11) 1100-B Apache Dr., Animal FULTON COUNTY Driving under suspension. Fine: $200;
Call PROSECUTOR NEWSLETTER Costs: $84; Jail: 30 days with 30 days Short, Caleb M. (Stryker, Ohio).
(July 11) 840 W. Elm St. Unit 907, A Liberty Center man was sentenced suspended. No future violations within Marked lanes. Fine: $71; Costs: $79.
Trespassing on July 17, 2018, in the Fulton Coun- next 2 years. Failure to control. Fine:
(July 11) 327 Vine St., 911 Hang Up ty Common Pleas Court according to $50; Costs: $40. Renew registration. Singer, Adam G. (Bryan, Ohio). Fail-
Contact In Person county prosecutor Scott A. Haselman. Fine: $35; Costs: $40. ure to control. Fine: $71; Costs: $79.
(July 11) 223 W. Elm St., Animal Call Thomas M. Hambleton, 58, of U642 Emberton, Kathy E. (Edon, Ohio).
(July 11) 616 Douglas Dr., Burglary in Co. Rd. 4, previously pleaded guilty to Lanes of travel. Fine: $46; Costs: $79. Slayback, Tye J. (Bryan, Ohio).
Progress Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated Hand, Kenneth J. (Montpelier, Ohio). 44/35 speed. Fine: $40; Costs: $85.
(July 11) 810 N. Shoop Ave., Investigate and Improperly Handling a Firearm in Following too close. Fine: $35; Costs:
Complaint a Motor Vehicle. On January 29, 2018, $79. Stark, Devin E. (Edgerton, Ohio).
(July 11) 840 W. Elm St. Unit 1206, In- he did transport a loaded handgun in Higginbotham, Ryan P. (Hicksville, Passing in hazardous zone. Fine: $71;
vestigate Complaint his motor vehicle, while he was under Ohio). Seat belt. Fine: $30; Costs: $45. Costs: $79.
(July 12) 230 Clinton St., Found the influence of drugs. Judge Jeffrey Hitchcock, Dustyn C. (Edgerton,
(July 12) 485 E. Airport Hwy., Investi- L. Robinson sentenced Mr. Hambleton Ohio). 69/55 speed. Fine: $46; Costs: Stotz, Monty R. (Edgerton, Ohio).
gate Complaint to 1 year of community control and $79. 68/55 speed. Fine: $46; Costs: $79.
(July 12) 312 Barbara Dr., 911 Hang ordered him to pay prosecution costs, Hutchinson, Nathan D. (Montpelier,
Up Contact In Person pay a $375 fine, stay out of bars/tav- Ohio). No driver’s license. Fine: $200; Walker, Katlyn E. (Montpelier, Ohio).
(July 12) Wagner@N. Shoop Ave., Wel- erns, not possess or consume alcohol, Costs: $85. 68/55 speed. Fine: $46; Costs: $79.
fare Check serve 3 days in CCNO, with credit for 3 Farley, Bill F. (Pioneer, Ohio). Ex-
(July 12) 230 Clinton St., Test Page days already served, and suspended his pired operator’s license. Fine: $75; Ward, Nathan S. (Bryan, Ohio).
(July 12) N. Fulton St.@W. Elm St., driver’s license for one year. Failure to Costs: $79. Sound amplification. Fine: 45/25 speed. Fine: $46; Costs: $79.
Escort comply could result In Mr. Hambleton $75; Costs: $40.
(July 12) S. Shoop Ave@E. Chestnut St., spending 6 months in prison. Furrow, Diamon N. (Bryan, Ohio). Wilhelm, Lesley A. (Napoleon, Ohio).
Animal Call A Wauseon man was sentenced on Failure to display operator’s license. 69/55 speed. Fine: $46; Costs: $79.
(July 13) 1285 N. Shoop Ave. Unit 23, June 12, 2018, in the Fulton Coun- Fine: $125; Costs: $79.
Investigate Complaint ty Common Pleas Court according to Jones, Jessica K. (Bryan, Ohio). Williams, Ana M. (Archbold, Ohio).
(July 13) 845 E. Leggett St., Escort county prosecutor Scott A. Haselman. Physical control. Fine: $650; Costs: 67/55 speed. Fine: $46; Costs: $79.
(July 13) 248 N. Fulton St., Suspicious Ian Ruffer, 28, of 600 W. Leggett, pre- $90; Jail: 20 days with 17 days sus-
Vehicle viously pleaded guilty to Aggravated pended. No future violations within WILLIAMS COUNTY CRIMINAL
(July 13) E. Oak St., Found Possession of Drugs, Trafficking in next 2 years. 1st Timers Retreat within Bowstater, Daniel (Bryan, Ohio).
(July 13) 704 Fairway Dr., 911 Hang Up Marijuana, Trafficking in Drugs and 90 days. Dog at large – 1st. Fine: $96; Costs:
Contact In Person Possession of Drugs. On August 26, Jones, Mindy K. (Delta, Ohio). Red $79.
(July 13) 435 E. Chestnut St., Animal 2017, he possessed Alprazolam. On light. Fine: $46; Costs: $79. Fischer, Kayla K. (Montpelier, Ohio).
Call January 10, 2018, he did knowingly Keil, Kristie R. (Holiday City, Ohio). Domestic violence. Fine: $350; Costs:
(July 13) 211 S. Fulton St., Alarm Drop transport Methamphetamine, Mari- 69/55 speed. Fine: $46; Costs: $79. $285; Jail: 180 days with 180 days
(July 13) 625 N. Shoop Ave., Larceny juana and Suboxone, knowing or hav- Kunkle, Dustin J. (Sherwood, Ohio). suspended.
(July 14) North Park, Suspicious ing reasonable cause to believe that the 45/25 speed. Fine: $46; Costs: $79. Gipple, Heather (Montpelier, Ohio).
Vehicle controlled substances were intended Lam, Nathan A. (Montpelier, Ohio). Dog at large – 1st. Fine: $75; Costs:
(July 14) 230 Clinton St., Suspicious for sale or resale by himself or another OVI. Fine: $850; Costs: $84; jail: 180 $79.
Person person. Judge Jeffrey L. Robinson sen- days with 150 days suspended. Op- Guise, Blayne (Bryan, Ohio). Dog at
(July 14) 219 S. Franklin St., Welfare tenced Mr. Ruffer to 30 months in pris- erator’s license suspended from May 6, large – 1st. Fine: $96; Costs: $79. Fail-
Check on for Aggravated Trafficking in Drugs, 2018 to may 6, 2021. No future viola- ure to file (dog) registration. Fine: $85;
(July 14) 485 E. Airport Hwy., Suspi- 10 months in prison for Trafficking in tions within next 3 years. Recovery Ser- Costs: $40.
cious Person Marijuana, 10 months in prison for vices of Northwest Ohio. Vacate ADM Heller, Corey (Bryan, Ohio). Do-
(July 14) N. Brunell St.@W. Elm St., De- Trafficking in Drugs and 10 months for license suspension and fees. SCRAM mestic violence. Fine: $350; Costs:
bris Sticking Out Over Roadway Possession of Drugs. Said sentences for unit. $376.01; Jail: 180 days with 180 days
(July 14) Birch St.@S. Fulton St., Inves- Aggravated Trafficking, Trafficking in Luke, Alicia M. (Bryan, Ohio). Stop suspended. No future violations within
tigate Possible Train Car Leak Marijuana, and Trafficking in Drugs to sign. Fine: $71; Costs: $79. next 5 years. SCRAM monitor. No vio-
(July 14) 485 E. Airport Hwy., Theft be consecutive sentences, and the Pos- Miller, Rebecca P. (Bryan, Ohio). lent or threatening contact with victim.
(July 14) 485 E. Airport Hwy., Animal session of Drugs sentence to be con- 48/25 speed. Fine: $46; Costs: $79. Hands Down Domestic Violence pro-
Call current, for a total prison term of 50 Milligan, Paul E. (Bryan, Ohio). Red gram.
(July 15) 248 N. Fulton St., Juveniles months in prison. light. Fine: $46; Costs: $79. Hull, Casey F. (Montpelier, Ohio).
(July 15) 230 Clinton St., Vandalism A Wauseon woman was sentenced Nusbaum, Anna M. (Sherwood, Weapons while drunk. Fine: $300;
(July 15) 840 W. Elm St. Unit 1200, Dis- on July 18, 2018, in the Fulton Coun- Ohio). 50/35 speed. Fine: $46; Costs: Costs: $220; Jail: 180 days with 150
orderly Conduct/Disturbing The Peace ty Common Pleas Court according to $79. days suspended. No future violations
(July 15) 840 W. Elm St. Unit 503, county prosecutor Scott A. Haselman. Phillips, Kristi M. (Hicksville, Ohio). within the next 3 years. Weapon to be
Larceny Haven Trucks, 22, of 840 W. Elm St., 69/55 speed. Fine: $46; Costs: $79. forfeited and destroyed.
(July 16) 230 Clinton St., Lost/Found/ Apt. 1206, previously pleaded guilty to Reitzel, Josie K. (Edon, Ohio). 70/55 Leazier, Mark A. (Montpelier, Ohio).
Recovered Possession of Heroin. On January 10, speed. Fine: $46; Costs: $79. Passing bad check. Fine: $100; Costs:
(July 16) 240 W. Willow St., Animal Call 2018, she possessed Heroin. Judge Jef- Rochester, Michael C. (Bryan, Ohio). $157.18; Jail: 30 days with 30 days
(July 16) 403 W. Chestnut Ct., Civil frey L. Robinson sentenced Ms. Trucks Operator license suspension. Fine: suspended. No future violations with-
Matter to 3 years of community control and or- $500; Costs: $89; Jail: 180 days with in next 2 years.
(July 16) 485 E. Airport Hwy., Larceny dered her to pay prosecution costs, stay 150 days suspended. Operator’s li- Leazier, Mark A. (Montpelier, Ohio).
(July 16) N. Shoop Ave@E. Linfoot St., out of bars/taverns, not possess or con- cense suspended from June 9, 2018 Passing bad check – 2nd case. Fine:
Accident-injury $100; Costs: $157.18; Jail: 30 days
with 30 days suspended. No future
violations within next 2 years.
Leazier, Mark A. (Montpelier, Ohio).
Drug paraphernalia. Fine: $150; Costs:
$114.
Lockwood, Erika (Edon, Ohio). Dog
at large – 1st. Fine: $75; Costs: $79.
Dog at large – 1st (2nd count) . Fine:
$75; Costs: $40.

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POLICE, EMS, FIRE & COURT NEWS

Meadows, Virginia A. (Edgerton, 68/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: $85. Police: Skeletal Remains
Ohio). Domestic violence. Fine: $350; De la Garza, Jessie L. (Fayette, Ohio).
Costs: $365; Jail: 180 days with 180 Failure to yield. Fine: $37; Costs: $93.
days suspended. No future violations Demaline, Ryan P. (Swanton, Ohio).
within next 5 years. No violent or
threatening contact with victim. Hands Found In Ohio After Michigan Tip79/55 speed. Fine: $77; Costs: $85.
Down Domestic Violence Program. Garza, Bryan (Napoleon, Ohio).
75/55 speed. Fine: $100; Costs: $93. CLEVELAND (AP) — Police in Cleveland debris at a home around 8 p.m. Friday.
Meadows, Virginia (Edgerton, Ohio). say skeletal remains have been found at Cleveland.com reports that Cleveland
Violation of temporary protection order. Gillen, Jacob H. (Wauseon, Ohio). a home in the Ohio city after a call from
Fine: $350; Costs: $90; Jail: 180 days. Improper backing. Fine: $102; Costs: Michigan authorities. police spokeswoman Jennifer Ciaccia
No future violations within next 5 years. $93. (chahch) says a man arrested in Michigan
Cleveland police said Saturday that on charges including domestic violence is
Moon, Kim R. (Bryan, Ohio). Dis- Griffin, Glenn D. (Delta, Ohio). they were notified earlier by the Washt- a suspect in the case of the remains. She
posal of garbage. Fine: $150 with $100 Marked lanes. Fine: $37; Costs: $85. enaw County Sheriff’s Office in Michigan said circumstances around the Michigan
suspended; Costs: $108.56. Guevara, Karen M. (Wauseon, Ohio). about a body being buried at a Cleveland arrest weren’t immediately known.
69/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: $85. location. Police in Cleveland say they found Authorities have not identified the re-
Rice, Brittney (Bryan, Ohio).Theft. Hernandez, Jacob I. (Wauseon, skeletal remains buried under mulch and mains.
Fine: $500; Costs: $286.38; Jail: 180 Ohio). 72/55 speed. Fine: $47; Costs:
days with 178 days suspended. No fu- $85.
ture violations within next 2 years. No
contact with victim, Circle K. Wrestlers Sue Ohio State OverHunter, Brian K. (Delta, Ohio).
68/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: $85.
Rochester, Michael C. (Bryan, Ohio). Kriener, Timberly A. (Wauseon,
Failure to comply. Fine: $500; Costs:
$89; Jail: 180 days with 150 days sus- Doctor’s Sexual MisconductOhio). 67/55 speed. Fine: $77; Costs:
pended. Operator’s license suspended $93.
from July 6, 2018 to July 6, 2021. No Lerma, Alberto (Delta, Ohio). 79/55 1994-1995 season and complained about
future violations within next 5 years. voyeurism and lewd acts by Strauss and
speed. Fine: $47; Costs: $85. other men at their practice facility.
Sagnimeni, Lucas L. (Montpelier, Marlatt, Louis A. Jr. (Lyons, Ohio).
Ohio). Underage. Fine: $100; Costs: The lawsuit says the university didn’t
$90; Jail: 30 days with 30 days sus- 68/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: $85. take action or agree to move the team’s
pended. No future violations within Mayhugh, Katrina M. (Swanton, practices following that meeting. The team
next 3 years. did move into a new building about eight
Ohio). 68/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: years later.
Whitlock, Katelyn J. (Stryker, Ohio). $85.
Drug instrument. Fine: $350; Costs: Geiger told The Associated Press a
$119; Jail: 90 days with 90 days sus- McAtee, Erik J. (Delta, Ohio). Fail-
pended. No future violations within ure to yield. Fine: $37; Costs: $93.
next 2 years. Mead, Michael W. (Defiance, Ohio). week ago that he did not remember meet-
ing with the wrestlers or any complaints
WILLIAMS COUNTY FAILURE TO Seat belt – driver. Fine: $30; Costs: $56 about Strauss. But he said he did speak
FILE LOCAL TAX with former wrestling coach Russ Hellick-
Mitchell, Lyndy L. (Delta, Ohio). son about voyeurism in the showers.
Renfrow, Jon T. (Bryan, Ohio). File 69/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: $85.
city tax – 2014 (Bryan). Fine: $100 with Hellickson also has denied knowing
$100 suspended; Costs: $114; Jail: Moore, Tyler S. (Swanton, Ohio). about any abuse by Strauss.
30 days with 30 days suspended. No Traffic device. Fine: $37; Costs: $93.
future violations within next 2 years. Message seeking comment about the
Must file taxes and make payment ar- Mossing, Mildred A. (Metamora, lawsuit were left with Ohio State on Tues-
rangements within 30 days. Ohio). 78/55 speed. Fine: $77; Costs: day.
$85.
Renfrow, Jon T. (Bryan, Ohio). File The four wrestlers, whose names were
city tax – 2015 (Bryan). Fine: $100 with Netzly, Rebecca I. (Delta, Ohio). Fail- not listed in the lawsuit, say Strauss sexu-
$100 suspended; Costs: $114; Jail: ure to control. Fine: $102; Costs: $85. ally assaulted or harassed them in the late
30 days with 30 days suspended. No 1980s or 1990s.
future violations within next 2 years. Norman, Samantha R. (Wauseon,
Must file taxes and make payment ar- Ohio). 69/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: The university in April announced that
rangements within 30 days. $85.
Olejniczak, Joseph T. (Wauseon, independent investigators were looking
Young, Margarita (Defiance, Ohio). into allegations that Strauss fondled and
File city tax – 2012 (Bryan). Fine: $200 Ohio). 72/55 speed. Fine: $47; Costs: groped male athletes during physical ex-
with $200 suspended; Costs: $114; $93. LAWSUIT ... This undated file photo aminations and medical treatment.
Jail: 30 days with 30 days suspended. shows a photo of Dr. Richard Strauss.
No future violations within next 2 years. Olivor, Piedad A. (Wauseon, Ohio). A lawsuit by four former Ohio State Uni- His family has said they were “shocked
Must file taxes and make payment ar- Expired operator’s license. Fine: $37; versity wrestlers alleges the school failed and saddened” to learn of the allegations.
rangements within 30 days. Costs: $93. to stop “rampant sexual misconduct” by
the now-dead team doctor despite being Strauss joined Ohio State in 1978 and
Young, Margarita (Defiance, Ohio). Peebles, Clayton A. (Wauseon, Ohio). repeatedly informed about his behavior. retired as a professor in 1998. He later
File city tax – 2013 (Bryan). Fine: $200 68/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: $93. In the federal lawsuit filed Monday, July moved to California, where he killed him-
with $200 suspended; Costs: $114; 16, 2018, four Ohio men listed as John self in 2005 at age 67.
Jail: 30 days with 30 days suspended. Phillips, Peyton F. (Delta, Ohio). Does say Strauss sexually assaulted
No future violations within next 2 years. 73/55 speed. Fine: $47; Costs: $93. or harassed them in the late 1980s or He left Ohio State not long after the
Must file taxes and make payment ar- 1990s. The wrestlers’ lawsuit seeks un- university held a hearing on complaints
rangements within 30 days. Rieger, Audrey A. (Metamora, Ohio). specified monetary damages. Messages against him in 1997, but the school took
68/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: $85. seeking comment were left Tuesday with no legal or disciplinary action, the lawsuit
FULTON COUNTY the university.(Ohio State University via said.
TRAFFIC Roseman, Madison M. (Swanton, AP, File)
Ohio). 62/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: So far, more than 150 former athletes
Badenhop, Kimberly L. (Hamler, $85. from 14 sports and witnesses have been
Ohio). 68/55 speed. Fine: $77; Costs: interviewed, Ohio State has said. Investi-
$85. Rushlow, Wallace L. (Delta, Ohio). gators also are looking into Strauss’ work
Seat belt – driver. Fine: $30; Costs: $48. for student health services and at his off-
Baumgartner, Chris J. (Wauseon, campus medical clinic.
Ohio). Headlights. Fine: $150; Costs: Shilling, Michie K. (Fayette, Ohio).
$93. Display plates. Fine: $37; Costs: $93. The university has said that it’s “fo-
Shindorf, Terry R. (Delta, Ohio). Seat cused on uncovering what may have hap-
Betz, Nathanael C. (Wauseon, Ohio). belt – driver. Fine: $30; Costs: $48. By: Kantele Franko and John Seewer pened during this era, what university
64/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: $85. ASSOCIATED PRESS leaders at the time may have known, and
Siebert, Claudia T. (Defiance, Ohio). whether any response at the time was ap-
Bonifas, Dennis A. (Swanton, Ohio). 70/55 speed. Fine: $47; Costs: $93. COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Four former propriate.”
Stop sign. Fine: $102; Costs: $85. wrestlers say in a lawsuit that Ohio State
Simmons, Kirk M. (Fayette, Ohio). University officials ignored repeated com- The lawsuit, which seeks unspecified
Bruner, Lee D. (Wauseon, Ohio). 65/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: $85. plaints about a now-dead team doctor and monetary damages, proposes to represent
68/55 speed. Fine: $77; Costs: $85. failed to stop his “rampant sexual miscon- all former Ohio State students or athletes
Stewart, Marsha L. (Archbold, Ohio). duct” that went on nearly two decades. who were examined by Strauss, saying the
Buska, Julie A. (Liberty Center, Red light. Fine: $102; Costs: $93. number of men is in the hundreds, if not
Ohio). 68/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: The lawsuit describes Richard Strauss, thousands.
$85. Truckor, Carly M. (Swanton, Ohio). who killed himself after retiring from the
68/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: $85. university, as “a prolific sexual predator” The wrestlers and their attorneys also
Campbell, Zachary A. (Wauseon, who might have assaulted 1,500 or more want to find whether Ohio State violated
Ohio). 68/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: Waller, Lawrence E. (Swanton, Ohio). federal Title IX law, which bars sex dis-
$85. 68/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: $85. crimination in education.
Wilhelm, Robert S. (Metamora, Ohio). male students at Ohio State.
Chamberain, Whitney L. (Swanton, Gross overload. Fine: $137; Costs: $85. Athletes who alerted officials about Seewer reported from Toledo. Follow
Ohio). 65/55 speed. Fine: $37; Costs: Permit violation. Fine: $37; Costs: $85. Strauss felt their complaints were futile the reporters on Twitter at http://www.
$93. Williams, Judy A. (Wauseon, Ohio). and that the doctor was above the law in twitter.com/kantele10 and https://twit-
Marked lanes. Fine: $102; Costs: $93. the eyes of the university, according to the ter.com/jseewerap .
Cymbola, Brian A. (Swanton, Ohio). Willson, Zachary A. (Lyons, Ohio). federal lawsuit filed Monday.
Seat belt – driver. Fine: $30; Costs: $48. Gross overload. Fine: $137; Costs: $85. Among the allegations in the lawsuit Have a tip? Contact the authors se-
Yackee, Elizabeth R. (Wauseon, is that two wrestlers met with former curely at https://www.ap.org/tips
Davis, Paul G. (Wauseon, Ohio). Athletic Director Andy Geiger during the
Ohio). Seat belt – driver. Fine: $30;
Costs: $56.
Swanton Police Requesting
FULTON COUNTY
CRIMINAL

Assistance Identifying Vandal(s)Hall, David A. (Delta, Ohio). Restrain
dog. Fine: $25; Costs: $46.

FULTON COUNTY
CIVL

For: Crown Asset Management, LLC
(Columbus, Ohio). Against: Gingrich,
Deborah (Swanton, Ohio). $1019.93.

Man Accused Of Defrauding
People In Ohio & Other States

(COLUMBUS, Ohio) Ohio Attorney an, for example) to convince them to give PHOTO PROVIDED
General Mike DeWine today announced him money, property, or services. He al-
that an Alaska man is facing criminal legedly made misleading statements to VANDALISM ... This graffiti was sprayed painted in one of the dugouts at Swanton’s
charges for allegedly defrauding people obtain loans, lines of credit, vehicles, Memorial Park. Officers are currently reviewing surveillance camera footage of the
in Ohio and other states out of hun- and other goods or services. Investiga- area. If anyone has any information please contact Swanton Police at 419.826.4696.
dreds of thousands of dollars. tors believe at least 22 people, including
an elderly man in Morgan County, have
Andrew Jensen, 30, of Anchorage, been affected and that losses total more
was arraigned Monday in the Morgan than $450,000.
County Court of Common Pleas. He
previously was indicted by a Morgan An attorney with the Ohio Attorney
County grand jury on 29 felony counts, General’s Economic Crimes Unit (a divi-
including telecommunications fraud, sion of the Attorney General’s Consum-
identity fraud, grand theft of a motor er Protection Section) has been appoint-
vehicle, theft from the elderly, money ed by the Morgan County Prosecutor to
laundering, and misuse of credit cards. handle the case as a special prosecutor.
The case was investigated by the Attor-
According to investigators, Jensen ney General’s Economic Crimes Unit
lied to people (claiming he was a suc- and Morgan County Sheriff’s Office.
cessful businessman or military veter-

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Man Gets 40-60 Years In Ohio Executes Killer Who Stabbed
Prison For 2 Michigan Slayings Man He Met In Bar In 1985

ST. JOSEPH, Mich. (AP) — A man Renee Mitchell and her father, 67-year- By: Andrew Welsh-Huggins
accused of killing his ex-girlfriend and old John Mitchell, near Coloma. ASSOCIATED PRESS
her father in southwestern Michigan in
2016 has been sentenced to 40 to 60 At the hearing, Perez apologized and LUCASVILLE, Ohio (AP)
years in prison. told the judge that he hoped God will — A weeping inmate apolo-
understand. gized for choking and fa-
Twenty-six-year-old Alex Perez was tally stabbing a man he met
given his punishment Monday after ear- Perez and Renee Mitchell had two in a bar in 1985 moments
lier pleading no contest but mentally ill daughters. Police found Perez and the before he was put to death
to two counts of second-degree murder girls in Georgetown, Colorado, after an Wednesday in the first Ohio
in an agreement with prosecutors. He Amber Alert. Police believe Perez was re- execution in nearly a year.
was charged in the deaths of 27-year-old turning home to Los Angeles. The execution of Robert

Highway Patrol Investigating Serious Van Hook by lethal injec-
tion was carried out at the
Southern Ohio Correctional
Facility with three members
Injury Crash In Williams County of the victim’s family watch-
ing on the other side of a
West Unity — The Defiance Post of man, Age 44, of Bryan, Ohio. viewing window. EXECUTION ... Joe D’Ambrosio, of Cleveland, hugs
the Ohio State Highway Patrol is inves- Mr. Schutte was transported from Trina Berends a native of Cincinnati now living in Las
tigating a serious injury crash that oc- During the execution, Vegas, after her brother, convicted murderer Robert
curred on County Road 17 within the the scene to the Bryan Community Hos- Van Hook, crying, told his Van Hook, was executed at The Southern Ohio Correc-
intersection of County Road K in Brady pital. Ms. Whitman was transported victim’s sister, brother and tional Facility in Lucasville, Ohio, Wednesday, July 18,
Township, Williams County. from the scene by Mercy Life-Flight to brother-in-law, “I’m very 2018. Berends got to visit her brother daily for a week
Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indi- sorry for taking your broth- leading up to his execution on Wednesday, more than
At approximately 10:52 AM, a 2014 ana with serious injuries. er away from you.” 30 years after he brutally stabbed a man to death in
Nissan sedan driven by Terry Schutte,
age 72, of Bryan, Ohio was eastbound Assistance at the scene was provided He then recited a Norse
on County Road K at the intersection of by the Williams County EMS and Brady prayer which begins: “Lo, his Cincinnati apartment. (Cara Owsley/The Cincin-
County Road 17. Mr. Schutte failed to Township Fire Department. there do I see my father. nati Enquirer via AP)
yield the right of way at the posted stop Lo, there do I see my moth-
sign and struck a northbound 2017 The crash remains under investiga- er, And my sister and my
Honda sedan driven by Cherie L. Whit- tion by the Defiance Post of the Ohio brother.” At the end of the prayer, Van onstrated, the board said.
State Highway Patrol. Hook began singing, stopping after about Previous attorneys representing Van
two minutes when the drugs took effect.
4 Of 5 Teens Take Plea Deal In Hook attempted a “homosexual panic”
Fatal Michigan Rock-Throwing The execution proceeded without any claim in his defense, or the idea that self-
apparent problems, with the inmate’s revulsion over sexual identity confusion
FLINT, Mich. (AP) — Four Michigan in a van on Interstate 75 when a rock chest rapidly rising and falling for a few contributed to a violent outburst. Van
teens charged with murder in a fatal crashed through the windshield. That minutes and Van Hook wheezing and puff- Hook’s current lawyers say that was mis-
rock-throwing incident have agreed to rock and many others were thrown from ing his lips in and out before he went still. guided, and overlooked his diagnoses of
accept a lesser charge of manslaughter, an I-75 overpass in Genesee County, The death appeared to take about 14 min- borderline personality disorder and post-
an attorney said Monday. north of Detroit. utes. traumatic stress disorder from his child-
hood.
The plea deal was disclosed in court, A fifth teen, Kyle Anger, 18, is ac- Van Hook, 58, had no remaining ap-
although no guilty pleas were immedi- cused of throwing the rock that struck peals, and Republican Gov. John Kasich Seizing on that claim, prosecutors have
ately made. Attorney Jim Gust, who the van. He wasn’t in court Monday. rejected his request for clemency without dismissed the idea as nonsense, saying
represents one of the four, said they’re comment. Van Hook made a practice of luring gay
expected to spend some time in juvenile “No matter what time they get, it’s men to apartments to rob them.
detention, not prison. not going to bring back my son,” White’s At the time of the killing, Van Hook
mother, Theresa Simpson, said outside was suffering from long-term effects of un- Prosecutors note Van Hook has an ex-
“None of the juveniles threw the rock court. “I’m going to put it in my own treated mental, physical and sexual abuse tensive history of violence while incarcer-
that actually killed the man,” Gust told son’s words, Kenneth Andrew White: ‘It as a child and was depressed that his life ated, including stabbing a fellow death
The Associated Press. “Just young boys is what it is.’ I have to accept what’s go- seemed to be falling apart, his attorneys row inmate in November.
doing something stupid.” ing on.” argued.
The family of victim David Self support-
The boys, ages 15 to 17, were charged Gust predicts the four teens will re- Kasich should have given more weight ed the execution, telling the parole board
last fall with second-degree murder in turn to court in 30 to 60 days. to Van Hook’s military service and his in- last month that he is missed every day.
the death of Kenneth White, who was ability to receive care from Veterans Af- Self’s sister, Janet Self, said her brother
fairs for his mental health and addiction had been reduced over the years to “a gay
Suspect In 1988 Killing Of issues after his honorable discharge, the man in a bar,” when he in fact he was so
Indiana Girl, 8, Appears In Court attorneys said. much more.

When police arrived Sunday at Mill- Federal public defender Allen Bohnert Authorities say Van Hook met Self at
er’s home near Fort Wayne, they asked criticized the execution afterward, saying the Subway Bar in downtown Cincinnati
him if he knew why they were there and Ohio continues to use a drug, midazolam, on Feb. 18, 1985. After a couple of hours,
he answered “April Tinsley,” before ad- without evidence it renders inmates fully they went to Self’s apartment where Van
mitting to her killing, investigators said unconscious. That in turn causes inmates Hook choked the 25-year-old Self to un-
in a probable cause affidavit. Miller al- to suffer pain from the second and third consciousness, stabbed him multiple
legedly admitted kidnapping Tinsley drugs used, which paralyze inmates and times in the neck and then cut his abdo-
and then sexually assaulting and killing stops their hearts, he said. men open and stabbed his internal organs,
her at his Grabill home before dumping according to court records. Van Hook stole
her body on April 2, 1988, according to Bohnert also said Van Hook told him in a leather jacket and necklaces before flee-
the affidavit. many meetings how sorry he was for the ing, records say.
killing.
Investigators examined genealogy In September 2017, the state put Gary
databases — the same search method “Not once did one of those conversa- Otte to death for the 1992 murders of two
that helped lead investigators in Cali- tions not include a discussion of how re- people during robberies over two days in
fornia to alleged Golden State Killer Jo- morseful he was for what he did to David suburban Cleveland.
seph James DeAngelo in April — in the Self,” Bohnert said.
search for Tinsley’s killer, according to The state is next scheduled to execute
the affidavit.It’s still unclear how detec- The Ohio Parole Board said that de- Cleveland Jackson on Sept. 13 for the
tives Brian Martin of the Fort Wayne Po- spite Van Hook’s tough childhood, he was 2002 shooting of a 17-year-old girl in Lima
lice Department and Clint Hetrick of the shown love and support by relatives he during a robbery.
Indiana State Police used DNA informa- stayed with for long periods as a child. But
tion in the Tinsley case, but the affidavit that positive influence doesn’t outweigh Andrew Welsh-Huggins can be reached
says they worked with “highly trained the “gratuitous violence” Van Hook dem- on Twitter at https://twitter.com/awhco-
genealogist” CeCe Moore, a genetic ge- lumbus.
nealogist.
Highway Patrol Investigating
The Allen County prosecutor’s office
scheduled a news conference for Tues- Double Fatality Three Vehicle
day morning to discuss the case.
Accident In Williams County
The affidavit, filed Sunday, says Mill-
COURT APPEARANCE ... This booking er’s DNA matches DNA found in used Stryker – The Defiance Post of the belt at the time of the crash.
photo released by the Fort Wayne, Ind., condoms taken from trash at his mobile State Highway Patrol is currently in- Mr. Gonzalez was transported by
Police Department shows John D. Mill- home on July 9. vestigating a three vehicle double fatal
er, arrested Sunday, July 15, 2018, who crash that occurred at approximately Williams County EMS to the Bryan
arrested on preliminary murder, child Miller’s DNA also matches DNA tak- 4:05 PM, Wednesday, July 18, 2018 on Hospital where he was treated and re-
molesting and criminal confinement en from Tinsley’s underwear and from US 6, at County Road 23 in Williams leased. Mr. Davis refused further medi-
charges in April Marie Tinsley’s slaying. three used condoms that were found County. cal attention and was treated and re-
The Fort Wayne girl’s body was found in in 2004 at locations in Fort Wayne and leased at the scene for minor injuries.
a ditch three days after her April 1988 Grabill along with messages the killer Joseph Gonzalez, age 50, of Cleve-
abduction about 20 miles away. (Fort apparently left 16 years after the crime, land, Ohio was operating a 2013 Pe- Assisting at the crash scene were
Wayne Police/The Journal-Gazette via the affidavit states. terbilt Semi-truck westbound on US 6. the Williams County Sheriff’s Office,
AP) Rick Davis, age 64, of Wauseon, Ohio Springfield Township Fire Department,
Miller wore a blue jumpsuit, his feet was operating a 1988 Ford Mustang, Williams County Coroner’s Office, Wil-
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (AP) — A man ar- and hands shackled as he appeared westbound on US 6 and while slow- liams County Prosecutor’s Office and
rested in the 1988 slaying of an 8-year- Monday before an Allen County judge, ing to turn southbound on CR 23, was Williams County EMS.
old Indiana girl after authorities said who asked him if he understood the pre- struck from behind by Mr. Gonzalez,
they linked him to the crime with DNA liminary charges he faces. pushing both vehicles left of center on The crash remains under investiga-
appeared Monday before a judge who US 6. Richard Keeterle, age 48, of Defi- tion.
gave prosecutors 72 hours to formally “Yes,” Miller replied during the hear- ance, Ohio driving a 2000 Jeep Grand
charge him in the child’s abduction, ing attended by several of Tinsley’s rela- Cherokee eastbound on US 6 when he The Ohio State Highway Patrol en-
rape and killing. tives, WANE-TV reported. was struck head-on by the Gonzalez courages drivers and occupants to al-
semi-truck in the eastbound lane. ways where their seat belts, to never
John D. Miller, 59, of Grabill was ar- Paul Helmke, who was Fort Wayne’s drive distracted or impaired, and to re-
rested Sunday on preliminary murder, mayor when Tinsley was slain, said the Mr. Keeterle was taken duce speed during inclement weather.
child molesting and criminal confine- community always held out hope that by Life-Flight from the
ment charges in April Marie Tinsley’s there would eventually be an arrest in scene to the St. Vincent
slaying. The Fort Wayne girl’s body was the disturbing case. Mercy Medical Center
found in a ditch three days after her in Toledo, where he was
April 1988 abduction about 20 miles (32 “It was like a gash in the communi- later pronounced de-
kilometers) away. ty’s heart,” he told The Journal Gazette. ceased. A passenger in
the Keeterle vehicle, Lau-
Miller is being held without bond and ra Buchholz, age 59, of
it wasn’t clear if he has a lawyer who Defiance, Ohio was pro-
could speak on his behalf. He’s sched- nounced deceased at the
uled to appear Thursday in Allen Supe- crash scene. Neither Mr.
rior Court for a formal arraignment. Keeterle nor Ms. Buch-
holz were wearing a seat

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Michigan Couple Charged In Fulton County Grand Jury Returns
Dehydration Death Of Young Son Indictments Against Eleven Individuals

WYOMING, Mich. (AP) — A western Services investigator became concerned On July 16, 2018, the Fulton Coun- ity. On or about February 20, 2018, he
Michigan couple has been charged with over his low weight, unsafe sleep environ- ty Grand Jury considered indictments allegedly possessed Oxycodone and alleg-
murder, manslaughter and child abuse in ment and lack of proper care. charging individuals with Fulton County edly possessed a firearm when he was not
the dehydration death of their 18-month- crimes, according to Fulton County Pros- relieved from disability after having been
old son. Yurik was returned to his parents in ecuting Attorney Scott A. Haselman. previously convicted of a felony drug of-
October. fense.
Alexander Birkenmeyer and Andrea TOMAS RAMOS, III, age 31, of
Todd were arraigned Tuesday. Court records show the couple had an- Wauseon, OH, was indicted on one count CHELSEA R. STUBER age 21, of Arch-
other child who died from Sudden Infant of Having Weapons While Under Disabil- bold, OH, was indicted on one count of
Authorities say Yurik Birkenmeyer’s Death Syndrome in 2015 after sleeping ity. On or about June 24, 2018, he alleg- Burglary. On or about May 3, 2018, she
body was found March 16 in the family’s alongside one of the parents. edly possessed a firearm when he was not allegedly trespassed In an occupied struc-
home in Wyoming, south of Grand Rapids. relieved from disability after having been ture with the purpose to commit a crimi-
Probable cause conferences are sched- previously convicted of a felony drug of- nal offense.
The boy had been in foster care for 10 uled July 25 for Birkenmeyer and Todd. fense.
months last year after a Child Protective SAVANAH J. KYSER, age 21, of Horton,
STEVEN L. HANSON, age 49, of MI, was indicted on one count of Grand
Grand Jury Indicts Maryland Wauseon, OH, was indicted on three Theft of a Motor Vehicle, one count of
counts of Assault. On or about June 28, Theft of Credit Cards, and one count of
Newspaper Shooting Suspect 2018, he allegedly caused or attempted to Theft. On or about April 1, 2018, she al-
cause physical harm to three law enforce- legedly stole a motor vehicle, a credit card
ment officers. and toots.

APRIL J. CLARK, age 30, of Fostoria, DUSTIN C. TANIER, age 22, of Napo-
OH, was indicted on one count of Com- leon, OH, was indicted on one count of
plicity to Commit Robbery. On or about Aggravated Trafficking In Drugs, and one
April 4, 2018, she allegedly aided another count of Aggravated Possession of Drugs.
in committing or attempting to commit a On or about May 12, 2018, he allegedly
theft offense and allegedly inflict harm on possessed and allegedly sold or offered to
another. sell dangerous drugs.

BRIAN P. SCHLEGEL, age 35, of To- WILLIAM E. DAVIS age 53, of Toledo,
ledo, OH, was indicted on two counts of OH, was indicted on one count of Identity
Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated. On Fraud. On or about February 16, 2018, he
or about June 23, 2018, he allegedly oper- allegedly used personal identifying infor-
ated a motor vehicle while under the influ- mation of another person with the intent
ence of alcohol or drugs. to hold himself out to be the other person.

MICHAEL A. WALLACE, age 33, of Fos- ELIZABETH R. NORMAN. age 51, of
toria, OH, was indicted on one count of Swanton, OH, was Indicted on one count
Robbery. On or about April 4, 2018, he al- of Possession of Cocaine. On or about
legedly committed a theft offense, and he April 22, 2018, she allegedly possessed
did so while allegedly inflicting physical Cocaine. .
harm on another.
It should be noted that an indictment is
JACOB R. BROWN, age 22, of Pioneer, merely an accusation, and that all crimi-
OH, was indicted on one count of Aggra- nal defendants are presumed Innocent
vated Possession of Drugs and one count until and unless proven guilty.
of Having Weapons While Under Disabil-

In this June 28, 2018 file photo, Maryland police officers patrol the area after mul- Judge Rules Michigan
tiple people were shot at at The Capital Gazette newspaper in Annapolis, Md. A Cafe Owner Won’t Be Deported
grand jury has leveled 23 charges against a man accused of killing five people in a
mass shooting at a Maryland newsroom. In a news release Friday, July 20, Anne HARBERT, Mich. (AP)
Arundel County State’s Attorney Wes Adams announced the indictments against — A Michigan restaurant
Jarrod Ramos in the June 28 attack at the Capital-Gazette office in Annapolis. (AP owner from Turkey who
Photo/Jose Luis Magana, File) has been facing deporta-
tion for more than a decade
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — A grand jury The Capital had written about Ramos will now be allowed to stay REMAINING IN THE COUNTRY ... In this March 30,
has leveled 23 charges against a man pleading guilty to harassing a former high in the U.S. 2016, file photo, Ibrahim Parlak, owner of Cafe Gu-
accused of killing five people in a mass school classmate in 2011, and Ramos un- listan, speaks to supporters and friends at his cafe in
shooting at a Maryland newspaper office, successfully sued the writer and the news- Ibrahim Parlak learned Harbert, Mich. Parlak, who has been facing deporta-
a prosecutor announced Friday. paper’s publisher for defamation. Tuesday he was granted a tion for more than a decade, learned Tuesday, July 17,
deferral of removal under 2018, that he will be allowed to stay in the U.S. Parlak
The grand jury indicted Jarrod Ramos, The new attempted murder charge al- the Convention Against was granted a deferral of removal under the Conven-
38, of Laurel, on five counts of first-degree leges Ramos tried to kill photographer Torture, an international tion Against Torture, an international law protecting
murder in the deaths of Gerald Fischman, Paul Gillespie. The Baltimore Sun reports law protecting refugees refugees from being returned under threat of torture
Rob Hiaasen, John McNamara, Rebecca Gillespie said in an interview this week from being returned under or death. An immigration judge ruled that Parlak’s
Ann Smith and Wendi Winters, accord- that he believes Ramos fired at him as he threat of torture or death. fear for his safety upon deportation to Turkey is well-
ing to a news release from Anne Arundel fled the newsroom. Immigration Judge Kath- founded. (Bryan Bennett/Kalamazoo Gazette via AP)
County State’s Attorney Wes Adams. Ra- eryn Deangelis ruled that
mos is also now charged with attempted “When I ran, I didn’t look back, but I Parlak’s fear for his safety
murder, assault and gun crimes. did hear him chase me,” Gillespie told the upon deportation to Turkey
newspaper. “I did hear a gunshot. I did feel is well-founded.
The indictment moves from District a breeze blow past my right side.”
Court to Circuit Court to progress toward “There is only relief,”
a trial. Ramos is scheduled to make an ini- The grand jury also indicted Ramos Parlak told the Herald-Pal-
tial appearance July 30 in Circuit Court, on six counts of assault of Gillespie and ladium of St. Joseph in a
according to online court records. five other people in the newsroom that phone interview Tuesday.
day. Additionally, Ramos faces 11 charges “These past few years have
County police responding to the June of using of a firearm in commission of a been a struggle.”
28 attack at the Capital-Gazette in An- crime of violence.
napolis arrested Ramos in the newsroom. The owner of Cafe Gu-
They said he blocked an exit and then Adams will prosecute the case, along listan in Harbert was grant-
used a shotgun to blast his way through with assistant state’s attorneys Jason ed asylum in the U.S. in
the entrance. Knight and Aaron Meyers, the release said. 1992 after being convicted
in Turkey of supporting the
Guatemalan Pleads Guilty In Kurdish separatist move- years ago. lak’s attorney, described
ment. But immigration U.S. Rep. Fred Upton, the ruling as “hitting the
Crash That Killed Colts Player officials began efforts to perfect golf shot.” He said
deport him in 2004 under retired U.S. Sen. Carl Levin it doesn’t provide a path
Interstate 70. Investiga- claims he failed to disclose and thousands of commu- to permanent residence or
tors have said Monroe was the Turkish conviction or nity members pushed back citizenship, but will protect
transporting Jackson for ties to the Kurdistan Work- against Parlak’s deporta- Parlak from being deported
the ride-sharing service on ers’ Party, which was clas- tion through a 2016 peti- back to Turkey.
Feb. 4 and had pulled over sified as a terrorist group tion.
after Jackson became ill. by the U.S. Department of “It’s highly unlikely the
Orrego-Savala is due to State in 1997. “We’ve always sup- government will remove
be sentenced Sept. 14 and ported Ibrahim because him from this country to
faces a possible maximum Parlak was arrested we know who he truly is: a third-party country,” he
sentence of 16 years in in 2004 and jailed for 10 A fantastic father, local said. “This is the end of his
prison and a possible fine months. A federal judge business owner, and friend journey for now, unless the
of up to $20,000. eventually ordered his re- to many families here in government sees fit to ap-
Under a plea agreement, lease, and he has won mul- Southwest Michigan,” Up- peal the ruling.”
prosecutors agreed to drop tiple deportation deferrals ton said following the rul-
two counts of failing to re- since then. But efforts to ing this week. Upton had Parlak said, “It’s a good
main at the scene of an ac- send Parlak back to Turkey introduced legislation to feeling to know justice has
cident. were renewed about three grant Parlak permanent prevailed. It’s nice to have
residency each year. a system that is working.”

In this Feb. 7, 2018, file photo, Manuel Orrego-Sava- Orrego-Savala was de- Robert Carpenter, Par-
la walks out of a courtroom in Indianapolis. Orrego- ported from the U.S. in
Savala pleaded guilty Friday, July 20, 2018, for the 2007 and 2009 and was State Patrol Investigating Serious
crash that killed Indianapolis Colts linebacker Edwin back in the country illegally Injury Crash In Putnam County
Jackson and his Uber driver on Feb. 4, 2018. Orrego- at the time of the crash, au-
Savala is due to be sentenced Sept. 14 and faces a thorities said. Monroe Township – The Ohio State where she succumbed to her injuries. Ms.
possible maximum sentence of 16 years in prison and Highway Patrol’s Lima Post is investigat- Mayes and her two passengers, Michelle
a possible fine of up to $20,000. (Mykal McEldowney/ The case became a flash ing a serious injury crash which occurred Mayes, age 46 and McKenzy Mayes, age
The Indianapolis Star via AP, File) point in the nation’s immi- at approximately 3:55 P.M. on County 13, were treated for minor injuries at the
gration debate, with Presi- Road E at the intersection of County Road scene.
dent Donald Trump tweet- 22, in Putnam County.
ing about it and Republican The Ohio State Highway Patrol was as-
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — A Guatemalan U.S. Senate candidate Mike Braun featur- A 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix, driven by sisted on scene by the Putnam County
man living illegally in the U.S. pleaded ing it in an Indiana campaign advertise- 58 year old Cindy R. Adams of Oakwood Sheriff’s Office, Putnam County Fire and
guilty Friday to driving drunk in a crash ment. was stopped eastbound on County Road EMS, Continental Fire and EMS, Mercy
that killed Indianapolis Colts linebacker E, at the stop sign. A 2012 Chrysler Town Health Life Flight and R & O Towing.
Edwin Jackson and his Uber driver. Savala also faces charges of perjury, & Country, driven by 16 year old Mikay-
forgery, identity deception and false in- la R. Mayes of Lexington, Kentucky was Mrs. Adams was not wearing a seat-
Manuel Orrego-Savala, 37, pleaded forming out of Boone County for allegedly traveling southbound County Road 22. belt at the time of the crash and injuries
guilty to two counts of operating a motor using the alias of Alex Cabrera Gonsales The Pontiac failed to yield the right-of- could have been minimized if the seatbelt
vehicle with a blood alcohol content of .15 2017 for driving without a license. Sava- way, pulled into the intersection and was had been in use. The Ohio State Highway
or more, causing death. la initially identified himself as Cabrera struck by the Chrysler. Patrol reminds motorists to always buckle
Gonsales to police following the February up, and to use caution at intersections al-
Orrego-Savala had a BAC of 0.19 per- crash. Mrs. Adams was seriously injured as a lowing ample time for vehicles which have
cent, or more than twice Indiana’s le- result of the crash. She was transported the right of way.
gal limit of .08 percent, when his truck Additionally, federal immigration offi- by air ambulance to St. Rita’s Hospital
crashed into Uber driver Jeffrey Monroe, cials have filed charges of illegal re-entry
54, of Avon and Jackson, 26, as they stood by a previously deported alien against
outside Monroe’s car on the shoulder of Savala.

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Saluting Our Area Police Departments

Pioneer Police Uses Special Training Program Stryker Police Proud Of The Officers

To Get Officers Ready For The Road It Has Trained For Bigger Jobs

PHOTO BY JAMES PRUITT, STAFF By James Pruitt PHOTO BY JAMES PRUITT, STAFF
THE VILLAGE REPORTER
LOOKING FOR THE BEST... Pioneer Police Chief Tim Livengood goes the extra mile STRYKER CHIEF... Steve Schlosser has been chief of
to ensure his officers are the best he can find. After a “busy” year of Stryker’s Police Department for nearly nine years.
dealing with a short staff,
By James Pruitt part-time staff. Those that tion. Stryker Police Chief Steve include combat deploy- background and educa-
THE VILLAGE REPORTER are hired in as part-time “I think we do pretty Schlosser is ready to en- ments in 2003 and 2006 tion.
staff are mostly looking to joy some time off. in Operation Iraqi Free-
Maintaining a full staff obtain full-time employ- well,” Livengood said. dom and Operation En- “I want good people,”
in a small-town police de- ment. “Most of the officers here The department re- during Freedom. Schlosser said. “I don’t
partment is always a chal- have an associates de- cently hired two new of- care about race, gender. I
lenge, but Pioneer Police “On the occasion we gree. Higher education ficers in Adrian Brown JR served under can teach someone to be
ChiefTim Livengood is up will get a couple of part- certainly isn’t for every- and Jared Sanchez. Now Schlosser in the same good.”
to the task. time guys and they are body, but it says a lot Schlosser is dealing with platoon in the Marine Re-
completely content with about that individual officers fighting for hours serves. They went over- The applicant must
The department has working 20-30 hours in a that wants to seek out instead having to fill seas in the same platoon. have strong family values
had three full-time posi- week, and they are satis- self-improvement. We en- shifts. Schlosser was platoon ser- and be disciplined. The
tions for many years, but fied with that,” Livengood courage it.” geant, JR a squad leader. chief wants to hire good
lately has had only two, said. “But those are hard “Officers fighting for people he can then teach
the chief included. Now to get. Part time come and With the changing state hours, it’s a good problem Even with a full staff, to be a good officer.
the third position has part time go.” rules on marijuana, de- to have,” Schlosser said. Schlosser continues to re-
been filled and two part- partments have had to re- cruit young officers. This Unlike other com-
time officers have come Admittedly most small examine their policies re- Previously all the full- system allows the younger munities, Stryker does
off field training to help fill departments are a step- garding officers and use. time staff was working officers to get experience not have, nor will have a
the ranks. ping stone job for the In Pioneer, past use is not 90-100 hours a pay peri- and training. school resource officer.
younger officers, but Liv- necessarily a disqualify- od and six-day weeks. “In
“They are starting to get engood has developed a ing factor, but current use Stryker, it’s what we do,” “Fifteen part-time offi- “I don’t have the bud-
their feet wet, but they are structured three-phase is not allowed. Schlosser said. cers wouldn’t be enough,” get for an SRO, neither
doing really well,” Liven- field training program run Schlosser said. “Police does the village nor the
good said. by his lieutenant to give “We will give those peo- The revolving door of work has very high turn- school,” Schlosser said.
his new officers a good ple consideration, but we staff is a constant for a over.” We continue to have a
While the town and the foundation. They must do like to set a standard,” small department like presence in the school.
department may be small complete this before they Livengood said. “If you are Stryker. Schlosser hires That turnover is now We maintain the trust of
in number, the officers are allowed on the road, still using we are not go- new officers, trains them coupled with fewer men the students. I don’t see it
take their job seriously he said. ing to consider you.” to be a proper law enforce- and women going through happening.”
and work just as hard as ment personnel and then school to become officers.
a bigger staff to maintain “In the old days they The reason chiefs have watches them go on to Academy classes are grad- The chief wants to keep
order in the village. would hand them a map to be strict comes down bigger towns and new op- uating drastically lower community outreach go-
and set of keys and said to risk-management and portunities. numbers. ing at various events.
Livengood is always in- ‘Here you go,’” Livengood liability issues. Their be-
terested in finding quali- said. “That’s not fair to haviors and off-duty hab- Since 2010 Stryker has ‘When I went there, it One bit good news is
fied people to augment the officers and not fair its could bring liability to put 15 officers in full-time graduated 25,” Schlosser the increased availability
his staff. He is always to the community. It’s a the department, the chief positions, Schlosser said. said. “We borrowed class- of Steve Mendez and K9
taking applications. A safety issue, especially said. One officer came back, rooms at Four County at unit Rocco. The pair had
prospective employee can nowadays.” this year, however. night.” been limited to a couple
find work on a part-time “There are a lot of agen- of shifts a month after
basis. Livengood is looking for cies that will pick up the Hayworth (JR) Treace Schlosser and Pioneer Mendez was transferred
officers who want to better phone and call the con- had moved on to Montpe- Chief Tim Livengood went in his full-time job to Ft.
Like many departments themselves and that can tacts on the application,” lier, but decided Stryker to the same academy. Wayne, but he has since
across the state, the chief mean through education. Livengood said. “We’ll ac- was a better fit. Schlosser been moved back to Defi-
has noticed problems with He likes to promote these tually take it a step fur- agrees. “His kids are here, “Now they’re down to ance, so he can work more
low enrollment at various individuals. ther and either myself or his home is here. It’s defi- 10 or 11 graduating,” shifts.
academies and commu- my lieutenant will travel nitely where he needs to Schlosser said. “It’s been
nity colleges. The state has bare mini- and we’ll meet those peo- be,” Schlosser said. on the horizon for a long The extra hours will
mums such as age, driv- ple face to face. And then time, on decline.” be appreciated because
“There was an academy er’s license and a high we’ll say are there any Treace served under Mendez knows being a
over in Sandusky, and I school diploma/GED, but other individuals who are Schlosser in the same Despite society’s chang- K9 handler requires a lot
think they had postponed Livengood wants it known working here that I might platoon in the Marine Re- ing views, Schlosser’s of training time with their
the starting date to help he is looking for a good talk to. Because that’s serves. views haven’t changed. dog. It is a lot of work to
increase the numbers,” group of officers with a where I am going to get He attributes the declin- keep Rocco on point.
Livengood said. solid educational founda- a little more information Schlosser has been in ing enrollment and atti-
about them.” law enforcement since tude toward police on the “I am extremely excit-
The struggle has al- June as a part-time officer Obama Administration. ed, he does good work,”
ways been getting enough This due diligence is with Stryker. He was pro- Schlosser said.
predicated on the reality moted to sergeant (part- “It changed what we
SPROCKET & law enforcement is under time) in September 1998. think of police officers,” With every silver lining
GEAR, INC. the microscope. He took a full-time posi- Schlosser said. “The pen- there is always the dark
tion with Montpelier in dulum has swung; it’s cloud of staff moving on.
350 S. Airport Rd. “I realize years ago law February 2000. This ten- gone too deep. We can Schlosser expects to lose
Montpelier, OH enforcement was respect- ure ended when he had only monitor ourselves, a couple of part-time of-
ed profession,” Livengood the opportunity to come work with one person at a ficers to Paulding due to
A Family Owned Business - Founded in 1951 said. “I still think it can back to Stryker in August time. Change one person better pay. This comes
be, but it is up to the ad- 2005, as the assistant at a time.” even with Stryker boost-
ministrators to keep a chief. ing its pay for the part-
strict standard.” Aspiring officers must time officers.
Schlosser was promot- be solid citizens with the
ed to Chief of Police in Oc-
tober 2010.

Steve also served in
the United States Marine
Corps, and retired in May
2009 with the rank of
Gunnery Sergeant. Dur-
ing his career as a Ma-
rine, he served on active
duty with the Fleet Anti-
Terrorist Security Team,
based in Norfolk, Virginia.
His primary occupational
specialty was infantry,
and he served in Opera-
tion Just Cause (Panama
1989), Operation Des-
ert Shield/Desert Storm
(1990), and Operation
Provide Comfort (Haiti
1992).

Upon his release from
active duty, Schlosser con-
tinued his service in the
Marine Corps Reserves,
with Weapons Company,
1st Battalion 24th Marine
Regiment. Tours of Duty

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Saluting Our Area Police Departments

Wauseon Police Maintain Edgerton Chief Would Like To See
Strong Ties To Community SRO Become Full Time

PHOTO BY JAMES PRUITT, STAFF

INDIANS... The new police cars feature a logo designed in town featuring the
school’s mascot.

By James Pruitt cur to support the perp’s PHOTO BY JAMES PRUITT, STAFF
THE VILLAGE REPORTER drug habit. Then there are
the overdoses that follow CHIEF... Edgerton is served by Police Chief Daniel Griffin.
Torbet heads one of the the drug use.
larger police departments CHIEF... Keith Torbet is By James Pruitt ranted. The person is there in case of an
in Northwest Ohio and, “One of the biggest is- the longtime police chief THE VILLAGE REPORTER emergency.
while he is fully staffed sues is shoplifting at in Wauseon. He leads a When it comes to gun control, Edgerton
right now, he knows the Walmart,” Torbet said. staff of 26 full-time offi- Police Chief Daniel Griffin believes he has “He does a great job,” Griffin said. “For
allure an even larger de- “They sell it to get money cers, plus part-timers and the best reason why there is a problem. one, he is capable for what he is allowed to
partment has on people. for drugs.” civilian staff. It’s people. do. The next step up is hiring someone full
breaking up the sessions The longtime law enforcement official time. The system in place works fine, but it
“They want to go to a Considering shifting into smaller increments said more laws are not going to solve the needs upgraded as more and more hours
larger city or where the attitudes toward the po- gun problem and gun control is only as are being demanded. It’s something that ev-
grass is supposedly green- lice, it is not cliché to say The department also of- good as the number of police to enforce the erybody is doing,” Griffin said about several
er,” Torbet said. when officers put their fered the public a chance existing laws. school districts that either have an SRO or
uniforms on, they are put- to see what officers go “It’s a political issue,” Griffin said. “It’s are considering one.
While bigger staffs can ting their lives on the line. through in a session called being blown out of proportion.”
mean larger paychecks, The shooting of a Fulton “Shoot or Don’t Shoot. The Gun control is only as good as having Griffin labels the recent acts of school
when the tight times come County Sheriff’s deputy in seminar puts citizens in the numbers to enforce it, Griffin said. By violence as domestic terrorism. He believes
it can mean bigger lay- 2017 on a traffic stop is a situations based on actual the same token, adding more laws is not go- society suffers from a technology curve, a
offs. But the larger issue clear message that threats incidents and lets them ing to solve the problem, he said. desensitizing, and the breakdown of the
for Wauseon and depart- exist in the rural areas as decide to shoot or not. School shootings are perceived by many family.
ments statewide is the de- well. young people as something caused by the
clining numbers at police “The people just don’t government, but it’s not, Griffin said. The “It’s wreaking havoc on us,” Griffin said.
academies and communi- Torbet agreed and list- realize, (they say) just youth of America are the number one re- “I think every child deserves a mother and a
ty college classes. ed incidents of violence shoot them and move source, but there seems to be a disconnect father who loves them. That’s when we step
against police officers. on,” Torbet said about the with the way they are treated. in. We show them responsibility and legal
“It’s getting young peo- Some were shot because public’s misconceptions. “We invest millions into fire safety, but discipline.”
ple interested in law en- they wore a uniform, oth- Much of what is seen on we are reluctant to invest in security,” Grif-
forcement,” Torbet said. ers when they went to a TV and in movies is unre- fin said. “Schools have to have a security Griffin is entering his second year as
“Toledo has had 13 offi- restaurant to get some- alistic. plan in place, but we have to change our chief and said he still has much to learn.
cers graduate in the last thing to eat. focus. He is in a never-ending learning mode.
two classes, and that’s in DARE is another av- “It goes back to nobody can protect you
northwest Ohio. “An officer was shot in enue to reach young peo- better than you.” “I knew it would be a challenge. It’s been
a department smaller than ple. This is not the DARE Establishing schools as gun-free zones enlightening. I have more to learn,” Griffin
The problem is acute ours,” Torbet said. many adults had when is not a responsible response, Griffin said. said.
in Columbus where the they were in school, rather He appreciates the schools that have add-
academy there is strug- Wauseon trains its of- the new focus is on kids ed school resource officers, allowing staff In the coming months, he would like to
gling to get enough ap- ficers to follow regula- making healthy choices members to be armed and initiated school add to the part-time workforce and improve
plicants. The reasons are tions, so they can survive from eating to video games security programs. customer service.
varied. Some people have an incident. By being a as well as drugs. Torbet “That’s a huge deal for our kids and
an aversion to public ser- small department, officers himself will come to the those people should be commended,” Grif- Griffin has been field training a new
vice, others are impacted are encouraged to call for school and talk about fin said. full-time officer, Jacob Willford of Ham-
by the incidents they seen backup when they make a safety. Edgerton has a school resource officer bler, Ohio. This is Wilford’s first job in law
involving police on the traffic stop. That’s why in who is a teacher who is allowed to carry enforcement. He joins Griffin and another
state and national level. a town where one officer The city and the local while at school. The person has a certifi- officer as a full timer and eight part-time
may be on duty, passers- school have worked to- cation in law enforcement. While the SRO officers.
“Some of it is stu- by will see three or four gether since 2000 to have act sas in-house security, they cannot de-
pid officers doing stupid cars at a traffic stop. a School Resource Officer vote the time to security matters as is war- “I am excited for him, excited for us, fi-
things,” Torbet said. “But on campus. The officer is nally,” Griffin said. “He’s pretty close to fin-
if you look at the nation- It is important for the funded through a grant ishing up his field training and being on his
al averages, there’s a lot department to maintain and has worked out well. own.”
more excellent officers out a good relationship with Several other districts in
there than ones who are the community. One of the region are pursuing an The additional officer could mean a
marginal.” the ways the department SRO-type program. break in the schedule, but more important-
reaches out is through ly, it means a reduction in call-out times.
The department went a program called “Coffee
through a change in the with a Cop.” Torbet and Griffin has experienced the problems
command staff and the some other officers will created by a lack of new police trainees. He
new person is working out stop by a local coffee shop has seen it happen statewide.
well. The command staff is and visit with anyone who
now fully staffed, the chief stops by. The Village Reporter reached out to the Edon Police
said. department but received no response.
“It’s been four years out
“Everyone is out of their there, and the turnout is Serving Northwest
training period. Everyone hit or miss,” Torbet said. Ohio with
is fully up to speed,” Tor- “If only one or two people
bet said. “We are filling a show up and have their Natural Gas
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Despite the turnover enter kindergarten. The
and changes in staff and program has just complet- • BACKHOES • LOADERS
positions, the department ed its 40th year. • DOZERS • TRAILERS
has maintained an “excel- • FORKLIFTS • EXCAVATORS
lent relationship” with the “Each day it’s a differ- • SKIDSTEERS • TELEHANDLERS
community, the chief said. ent topic,” Torbet said. • MOWERS •COMPACTORS
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a misunderstanding be- 60-80 children per year,
tween the officer and the but attendance was down
public and sometimes it is slightly this year. Some
just their tone.” years it’s around 100, Tor-
bet said. That comes out
Drugs continue to be to about 3,000 kids over
one of the top issues police the 40 years, he said.
deal with and Wauseon is
no exception. While some “We don’t limit it to
departments have experi- Wauseon students. It’s
enced a rise in heroin cas- nice to get them acclimat-
es, Torbet said his agency ed to school,” Torbet said.
is dealing with drugs laced
with fentanyl. Additionally, the de-
partment offers a Youth
“It’s not that the buy- Academy. This is an eight-
ers are looking for that, week program for teenag-
it’s just cheaper for opioid ers that meets for three
sellers to produce,” Torbet hours on Thursdays in the
said. spring. The last group fin-
ished in June.
Walking in tandem with
drug use are the crimes The growing time de-
committed to support the mands on young people
drug habit. Burglaries, has the chief considering
thefts and shoplifting oc-

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Wednesday, July 25th, 2018 “The Village Reporter” / Weekly Northwest Ohio (Williams & Fulton County News) - 9

Saluting Our Area Police Departments

Delta Police Stand Firm On Standards Archbold Under New Chief
To Hire New Officers
By James Pruitt
By James Pruitt THE VILLAGE REPORTER
THE VILLAGE REPORTER
Leo Wixom III is still in his first full
If you want to work for the Delta Po- PHOTO BY JAMES PRUITT, STAFF year as Police Chief of Archbold and finds PHOTO BY JAMES PRUITT, STAFF
lice Department, don’t check your val- the job a bit overwhelming at times - but
ues, morals and ethics at the door. CHIEF... Nathan Hartsock is the chief of in a good way. CHIEF... Leo Wixom III has been chief
police in Delta. of the Archbold Police Department since
Despite the low numbers of quali- There are challenges he is taking on, December 2017.
fied applicants, Nathan Hartsock is not “If we can put out a good officer we but he says that’s a good thing as well.
throwing in the towel. The department hope that officer makes a career of it.” One of those is the creation of a new posi- In the last civil service test, only nine
has six full-time officers and three part- tion – a full-time school resource officer. people took the exam. The department
time officers. Hartsock has a sergeant who has had openings for one full time and one
been with Delta for 24 years. He will fin- “We are working hand-in-hand with the part time. There is a lot of work that goes
“I will not lower my standards or get ish his career and retire at Delta. These school and the school board,” Wixom said. into background checks and that’s if the
lax with part-time officers,” Hartsock days that’s a rarity. “We’ve got the greenlight from council.” department can find someone that can
said. “If they can’t pass a drug screen past the test.
they will not work here.” Delta has applied for a grant to fund Next steps are beginning to get the
a school resource officer. There won’t job description spread around and begin “It’s not something that’s easy for
The chief says this considering the be a millage request, because there is searching for that person, Wixom said. someone to do. It’s been hard to keep
region’s employers struggling to fill already a millage, recently renewed, to them,” Wixom said. “Everybody that I
openings as most applicants are failing fund the department. “We’re excited,” Wixom said. “Like I know in Fulton County is looking for help.
to pass drug screens. While some may said it’s a whole new position. We are not
allow recreational marijuana use, Hart- “We are hoping the program takes going to sacrifice any patrol units. It’s go- “It is concerning to me in that respect
sock remains defiant. off,” Hartsock said. “We can put an of- ing to be good.” to keep this school resource officer.”
ficer in school, but that leaves me an of-
“Staffing is a big issue,” Hartsock ficer short on the road. I need to hire Funding for the position will be divvied The perfect solution is for somebody in
said. “But medical marijuana is still fed- another officer, but can the town afford between the department and the school the department to make a lateral move to
erally illegal.” it?” district. There will also be a ballot ques- become the SRO, allowing the chief to find
tion for voters for a safety school plan. In a rookie out of the academy to take a road
He does extensive background The department has also applied for a that plan will be the SRO, the chief said. patrol slot.
checks even as many chiefs are talking drug use prevention grant, but that will
about their inability get new officers. It require an officer after the part-timer “So, to see if the people think it’s war- The new chief also brought some inno-
has been tough finding good candidates, who used to do the program moved. “We ranted or if it’s wanted,” Wixom said. “If vation to how he prepared his budget. He
he said. won’t find out about the grants for an- they are willing to help fund that.” wanted to make his road patrol officers’
other couple of months,” Hartsock said. job easier and so he asked them what
“The liability of having somebody “We are looking into COPS Fast grant, Asking for a millage is becoming a that would entail.
under the influence while driving is too but that’s tougher because of everything common way to fund an SRO. The extra
great,” Hartsock said. we need.” officer is a burden on both a community’s “I implemented some suggestions and
budget as well the local school, the chief one was using an iron-on patch instead of
The new crop of applicants also has The village has experienced a rash of said. a big name tag,” Wixom said. “I told them
a different work ethic, he noted. “The car break-ins and that will mean shift- as long it was professional.”
younger generation only wants to work ing limited resources to nights. The de- “It’s well worth it, don’t get me wrong,”
Monday through Friday with weekends partment does have a thermal camera to Wixom said. “It’s not something that we The result is a softer uniform and that
off,” Hartsock said. help with nighttime patrols and has bor- want to take lightly.” reduces the risk of a suspect grabbing
rowed some equipment from the Drug onto something and injuring the officer.
That’s a hard pill to swallow after he Enforcement Agency. Beyond the unthinkable of an active The idea came from those officers who
spent 22 years working nights. But he is shooter in the school, having a law en- had served in Iraq and Afghanistan.
like other chiefs of small departments in Delta has tried the Coffee with a Cop forcement officer in the school can mean
they are losing officers to larger towns. idea but couldn’t get people to turn out. a lot in so many types of emergencies, the The chief is trying out various forms of
chief said. That can include medical cri- community outreach. This includes:
“I lost four officers to Whitehouse,” “We are constantly putting on com- ses as well.
Hartsock said. “One full-timer for munity events,” Hartsock said. “Is the - Safety City, which brings the commu-
Whitehouse worked part time for us.” effort worth trying to get out and walk “The response time means a lot,” Wix- nity closer to the officers.
around the community. Some people are om said.
The problem is widespread. While happy to see an officer walking around, - The reappearance of bike patrols. It is
Four County, Owens and Northwest but others don’t want to bother them. Some communities are struggling with well known, people approach officers on
State are suppling new trainees, local Bother us, please!” even deciding to have an officer in the bikes differently than when they are in a
departments are losing a lot of recruits school because it will subtract from the patrol car.
to the military and once the new officers road patrol. Wixom did not want to have
get a degree, they desert for larger agen- to do that. - Having officers understand the needs
cies, he said. of the people they come across.
“When I went to council I told them,
Another factor is a decreased level of ‘I don’t want to sacrifice the patrolling, A tragedy can happen anywhere, the
respect for law enforcement. With na- because we have enough going on in the chief said. The officers that stay alive are
tional attention portraying protesters as city,” Wixom said. “I didn’t want to sacri- the ones who pay attention.
heroes – Hartsock calls them rioters – fice there and be short on the road, so I
and the police as suspect, the chief asks, told them I wanted to create a whole new “The bad guy has no rules, but we
“Whom wants to get involved in that?” position.” will ever believe in the judicial system,”
Wixom said. “The community is starting
Young officers are also being told The council understood the benefits to trust us again.”
they have a 100 percent chance of get- of having a full-time person being at the
ting sued at some point in their careers. school. The council saw the need and ap-
proved the money, he said.
But the chief has adapted. He knows
Delta is not a destination department, so Wixom is confident of the partnership
he has turned it into a training agency. with the school and believes the new of-
ficer will become a reality.
“They come out better police officers,”
Hartsock said. “The more good officers, The department has nine full-time of-
it is a good thing to be around.” ficers on staff and one out on medical
leave.

“I’ve had to adjust the schedule, but
everyone has taken it like a champ,” Wix-
om said.

The department has had no turnover
since Wixom became chief. That’s good,
because the chief said there are not a lot
of candidates out there that are good of-
ficer material.

Bryan Police To Offer Civil Service Test To Expand Pool Of Candidates

By James Pruitt the people are great.” PHOTO BY JAMES PRUITT, STAFF
THE VILLAGE REPORTER That’s not to say they don’t come across any seri-
CHIEF... Bryan Police Chief Mike Wills is considering
Staffing is a major concern for many police de- ous issues. Willis has noticed a worsening with the participation in the national civil service test to enlarge
partments and Bryan’s is no exception. drug situation. Heroin is still big and now it comes his pool of qualified candidates for future openings.
laced with fentanyl.
Chief Mike Willis received permission from the
City Council to hold another test to boost the num- Bryan and Williams County are in the middle of
ber of qualified candidates for positions in his de- a conduit between Toledo and Fort Wayne and the
partment after hiring the last remaining person. The narcotics are coming in from the Glass City.
chief has noticed a dramatic decline in the number
of test takers. “We are picking up and uptick of meth; it’s a
cheaper option,” Willis said.
In the past there was normally around 60-70
people taking the test. The last time it was offered The department is coordinating a school resource
seven people took it and only four passed. He is ex- officer program with the school. The department
ploring other avenues for candidates. will hire one officer and the school two more. The
school’s hires will act as reserve officers under the
“A lot of departments are getting into national city badge but be paid by the district.
testing,” Willis said.
This will mean one SRO in the 6-12 building and
Using the national test pool, the city can draw the K-5 building, with one officer acting as a floater.
candidates in from other towns and states to fill its The floater will assist the others when needed and
ranks when need be. be available when a substitute is needed.

“We are a lot busier,” Willis said. The SROs will cut down response times when
While he has staffing issues, he doesn’t go af- an emergency occurs and will take pressure off the
ter officers in the smaller departments. Like many road units, Willis said.
chiefs he waits for officers to come to him, provided
they have taken the civil service test. The program will allow the officers to get to know
So far, his department has stayed clear of the the students and for the students to have confi-
fallout from any stories in the national media about dence in the officers.
controversial police actions.
“I have talked to the guys, but we don’t have a The SROs will also assist with games and other
lot of issues,” Willis said. “They go do their jobs and afterschool activities. The kids should become more
when they are dealing with the same people most of comfortable with the officers and more likely to
the time with the same gripes, about 99 percent of share information with them.

“We need help from the citizens,” Willis said.

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Saluting Our Area Police Departments

Fayette Police Officers Train To Fulton County Sherrif’s Department
Become The Best They Can Be Takes Some Hard Calls

By James Pruitt PHOTO BY JAMES PRUITT, STAFF By James Pruitt PHOTO BY JAMES PRUITT, STAFF
THE VILLAGE REPORTER THE VILLAGE REPORTER REACHING OUT... Fulton County Sheriff Roy Miller is re-
FAYETTE CHIEF... Jason Simon has focusing his efforts on making sure his deputies follow
Nothing beats good old-fashion police worked for the Fayette Police Department It was a phone call Roy their training and in reaching out to the youth of the area.
work in Fayette. since 1995. Miller never wanted to get,
of social media. one of his deputies had mountainous state is vastly ly shows Simon forgot his
The department is like many small-town been shot. different from the smooth academy training on how
units in the area in the bulk of the officers The department also added a full-time terrain and straight-line to do a felony stop and left
are fresh out of the academy or school and officer September 2016. They used to work Fortunately, the Fulton roads of the Buckeye State. the protection of his vehicle
need the experience only a small staff can at Montpelier. A new part-time officer County Sheriff did not get and approached the sus-
provide. joined in February. the call that his deputy was “Because you guys drive pect leaving him out in the
dead. The only problem 100 miles an hour and you open.
The department is led by Chief Jason Simon started in Fayette May 23, 1995. was that he did not know can’t do that down here,”
Simon. Officers come to him green, having Simon is the brother of Jeremy Si- who as the officers who Miller said, relating what “Jeremy knew that and
done nothing up until they start at Fayette. mon, the Fulton County Deputy who was called neglected to tell him. his counterparts told him. he has accepted respon-
Simon and his veterans train the newcom- wounded in the line of duty last summer. sibility that it was a mis-
ers properly. Simon said he tries to treat everyone “So I called Jeremy (Si- The revamped and reju- take,” Miller said. “I guess
the same: fairly. mon) and asked who got venated DARE program is they call it that tombstone
That includes traffic control, where He wants the public to know him and shot and he said ‘Me,’” entering its third year. The courage when you have
the department and village turned down his officers; if they pull you over on the Miller said. “So I said ‘Well, department has picked two been at your job too long.
a chance to use a Tennessee company’s road are not trying to ruin your day or to I guess that’s good if you’re more schools in Delta and ‘Not me, never me.’”
cameras to capture speeders coming into make a quota. talking.’ He was very lucky. Fayette to join Evergreen.
and leaving town. On paper it sounded “We are just doing our job,” Simon said. It could have been another To counteract that men-
like a windfall for the town, but Simon was “I would love to see traffic slow down.” eighth of an inch and hit a The new DARE talks tality, the department has
leery of the test results and declined the vital organ.” very little about drugs and been putting its deputies
offer. instead focuses on teach- threw training with a car at
The incident occurred ing students to make good the range to review and cri-
Instead, the local police are working on July 31 when Deputy Jer- choices. “It’s about making tique the way of handling
cases involving car break-ins and domestic emy Simon was wounded good life decisions,” Miller a felony stop. Deputies are
violence. These incidents rise and fall with twice while try to appre- said. “Not just drugs but learning they will be safer if
the seasons, Simon said. hend Jeshua Gilmore of how (decisions) can affect they put two doors between
Toledo following a traffic your whole life.” them and a suspect.
“We’re not seeing increases in any cat- stop. Gilmore fled the scene
egory,” Simon said. but was arrested soon af- This includes drugs, Now the deputies have
terward and received a bullying and variety of been watching online train-
The chief reminds residents the only lengthy sentence in prison other potential snares. The ing videos to freshen up
way the police can deal with a problem is if earlier this year. program is geared toward their skills. The videos are
they speak up. “If we don’t know about it, middle school students. called “Watch Your Six,” or
we can’t do anything,” Simon said. “We were humbled by With the department also back.
the support,” Miller said. providing patrols for Lyons
The department has a school resource “You read about all the and Metamora, their pres- “They do it on a weekly
officer in William McConnell. He formerly horrible things going on ence is not a secret. “They basis, so they don’t get that
worked for the Wauseon Police Depart- in the world. I would as- know we are there,” Miller tombstone courage,” Miller
ment and brings a wealth of experience to sume it happened in other said. said.
Fayette. Simon is glad to have him. counties, but I am here
in this county, so I know The sheriff’s department The range officers have
Another officer from a larger depart- what happened. To see it has evolved into a commu- been filming traffic stops
ment has come aboard and he takes care happen, the support, the nity-oriented agency. Many and reviewing with the
outpouring of support for of the staff are volunteer deputies to prevent another
Montpelier Police Work On Maintaining Jeremy, the prayers and firefighters or work with tragedy from occurring.
Standards, Connecting With Community everything for this office. EMS.
We were lucky it wasn’t life- The shooting of Deputy
By James Pruitt PHOTO BY JAMES PRUITT, STAFF threatening. He recovered “I am involved with sev- Simon was one in a long
THE VILLAGE REPORTER Dan McGee has no complaints as he has in a short period of time. eral organizations,” Miller line of violent incidents
reached full staffing and added a K9 unit I believe he came back the said. “My wife is the chair of which have occurred in Ful-
Life is good for Montpelier Police Chief to boot. week of the (Fulton County) the Delta Chicken Festival. ton County under Miller’s
Dan McGee. Fair.” It’s all about giving back watch. The violent crimes
He cited the department’s social media and being part of the com- started in January 2013
“I have no complaints,” McGee said in an following which stands at a little more than The happy ending al- munity. I think that helps when a body was dropped
interview at the police station. “We are back 4,500. Not too shabby considering the vil- lowed Miller to joke with out a lot. When they see us on a dirt road.
to full staff.” lage only has 4,200 people. Simon about the wild way out there side by side, they
he took a vacation last year realize we are putting our Then there was the in-
At Montpelier that means 8 full-timers “We get comments from all over the and now he wonders what pants on one leg at a time cident where a woman said
and one part-time officer. The department United States,” McGee said. “Because we the deputy has planned just like them. I think that she had killed her son on
is also looking at adding a juvenile resource reach out to the community in a positive this year. From the outside is important because we SR 109. The Seirah Joughin
officer for the school. manner, we get a lot of positive feedback.” the humor seems ghastly, are really and truly human. kidnapping and murder is
but the jokes help the offi- We are not better than any- still fresh in Miller’s mind.
While his staff is at its maximum, it The chief noted that in these days when cers relieve the stress, the body else.”
hasn’t been an easy road. The department potential hires can see the narrative from sheriff said. But there are positives
is facing the same shortage of potential can- the national media, it is incumbent on the In the aftermath of the such as the Safety City the
didates as anyone else and has lost officers department to sell itself for people and ap- The department is still shooting of Deputy Si- department conducted with
to other departments as well. plicants. good on staffing, the sheriff mon, the sheriff reviewed the Archbold Police De-
said. Although a new school the video of the incident partment. “We have to be
“Staffing is difficult,” McGee said. “We This is a marked difference from the resource officer at Ever- with him. The video clear- involved with our youth,”
have been fortunate to have had people past when job seekers would have to sell green Schools – approved Miller said.
come on board here who are exceptional themselves to the prospective employer. by the Board of Education-
employees. They have certainly made the will cut the department a Gearig All-Star
transition easy. I have nothing but good “There are good employees out there,” little short for road patrols. Insurance Agency Inc.
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he will never tell a qualified candidate no. some other counties I am
The department possesses an excellent aware who are very short.”
reserve unit that will be on hand to support “I try to respect other agencies, but it’s
the regular officers and property, the chief difficult to find qualified applicants; it’s The shortage of officers
said. hard,” McGee said. I don’t like to take from can be directly linked to
other agencies.” the declining graduations
Looking down the road as far as piquing of criminal justice students
interest in the younger generation for a ca- As for the issues facing the department, at local schools. Recently,
reer in law enforcement, the chief has sev- drugs remains at the top. The chief encour- Northwest State had 10 or
eral ways of improving the image of the de- ages the public to share information on the 11 graduates while Owens
partment in the community. He doesn’t like local drug scene. “I want to know,” McGee Community College had
to pigeonhole anybody so they feel trapped said. 14.
in a dead-end job.
Someone shared tips recently and that With six departments
The department made it a point to follow led to an arrest, he said. If people see some- in alone in Fulton County,
the Ohio Community Police Collaboration thing they should say something. “I need that could account for half
policy and make sure the department is up people to be more diligent, and call some- a class, if they all needed
to standards. one,” McGee said. “I still see drugs as a somebody, Miller said.
prime cause to be investigated.”
“We always look for innovation,” McGee Law enforcement in
said. “We added a K9 unit, which has al- The drug problem has led to thefts, the rural areas requires
ready had a positive impact, and are look- break-ins and acts of shoplifting as the us- a different skill set that
ing to add a juvenile resource officer.” ers sell what they stole to buy more nar- someone with an urban or
cotics. The top drug around the village re- metropolitan background.
The department practices good public mains meth. Those who grew up around
relations and community relations. The so- here or in a rural locale
cial media pages are used to highlight the know how to handle the
positive things that are going on, the chief complaints from the citi-
said. zens, Miller said.

“Look at our Facebook page,” McGee “I think if you grow up
said. “You will see everything from my here, you are less likely to
Christmas message for peace to arrests and be so surprised by what
search warrants. We post photos of com- you see,” Miller said. “You
munity events and that gives the public a have a little more patience.”
good idea on what we’re doing for them and
then on top of that, prospective applicants Culture is important
get to see that. It’s marketing for good of- and that explains why de-
ficers.” partments in West Virginia
do not hire people from
While the department has to deal with Ohio, whom they call “flat-
shifting attitudes of the public, McGee re- landers.” Driving in the
mains steadfast in his desire to for Montpe-
lier to be a model department.

“It is tough on us, but we don’t have to
focus on them, we have to focus on us,” Mc-
Gee said. “We need to be a model when it
comes to the positive things that we do. I
don’t think the national perspective is true
here in our area.”

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Saluting Our Area Police Departments

Williams County Sheriff Wants To Build A West Unity Police Continue To

Unified Front With Local Law Enforcement Strengthen Bonds With Community

By James Pruitt STRESS SCHOOLING... Steve Towns has By James Pruitt SUBMITTED PHOTOS
THE VILLAGE REPORTER been a member of the Williams County THE VILLAGE REPORTER
Sheriff’s Department since 1989. TOP COP... West Unity Police Chief JR Jones was re-
Steve Towns has a goal and that is to While he wanted to provide the service, It’s a special year in cently recognized by the Williams County Prosecutor’s
raise the level of law enforcement pro- Montpelier ended up winning the con- West Unity as their chief Office as the county’s top cop.
fessionalism in Williams County. tract. was named Top Cop
in Williams County for Jones said. on.”
The sheriff stresses schooling for his The department provides active 2018. “That goes a long way Like all departments,
deputies and is willing to help any lo- shooter training and has implemented
cal police department who wants to ad- several changes to make it unique to JR Jones, a 15-year to be able to have that Jones’ squad trains con-
vance. Williams County. veteran with the Police weekend time with the stantly to be vigilant
Department, received the family,” Jones said. against all threats. The
“I always try to work with other agen- The department has also brought award July 6. For Jones department deals with
cies,” Towns said. back a revamped version of DARE to it’s another feather in his To keep strong relation- the same issues as a larg-
local schoolchildren. In addition to cap in a law enforcement ships with the residents, er department just on a
He said his staffing levels are in good classroom instruction on making bet- career that has remained West Unity practices com- smaller scale.
shape. Under a new contract with the ter decisions, the department also in the town where he grew munity policing and can
union that represents his deputies, he hosts a summer camp for DARE in up. see a trickle-down effect “I see our citizens are
added two more to their ranks. Montpelier. from this approach. willing to help out if we
Jones oversees a de- need a hand,” Jones said.
“We’re doing good,” Towns said. “The “Kids and senior citizens are our pri- partment of five full-timers What is coming down “They tend to be there for
drug unit is battling hard.” ority because they do not have a voice and five part-time officers. from the larger cities our best interests.
and are the most vulnerable,” Towns “We could use a couple is mandating training,
Towns said he gets cooperation from said. “(Bryan) had a school forum on more (part-timers),” Jones Jones said. This is contin- While it is police work
most departments although some just security, but nobody asked us,” Towns said. ued professional training and not everything they
ship some overdose cases his way. He said. “We are in an odd position. All Jones finds unrelatable to come across is pleasant
would like to see more proactive ap- we try to do is the right thing and fight Finding qualified help a small-town setting. and not everyone is happy
proaches. drugs.” is proving to be a chal- to see them, Jones would
lenge right now for Jones. The department does describe his relationship
“It’s the most disappointing part of His goal is to make the sheriff’s de- That challenge mirrors have a school resource of- with the town as close-
the job,” Towns said. “People are sup- partment become the community’s go- the changes he has seen ficer in the school, thanks knit.
posed to be helping; they don’t want to to law enforcement agency. in the job market since he to a public safety millage
face facts.” became full-time in 2002. passed a few years ago The department reach-
He has a DARE officer and a pres- and which is up for re- es out to the community
The sheriff said he has plenty of in- ence on the MAN Unit Board of Direc- The shift has gone from newal. The years of stu- by maintaining a pres-
formation that he will release soon and tors as well as a deputy on the team. people competing for jobs dents being close to an ence at the ball games,
then let the public judge. to departments competing officer has paid dividends even if its just so people
“We always try to do more with our for candidates. for the community. can see a police car come
“We go forever with facts,” Towns youth and young people,” Towns said. through.
said. “We can’t have a two-tiered sys- In the past year, West “Our children become
tem.” He cited 20 indictments through Unity has received only a adults, and become citi- The smaller depart-
MAN via his deputy and a Bryan police couple of applicants from zens in our community ments do cooperate when
He cited cases involving Bryan officer. the local academies. While and contributing,” Jones possible. Recently Stryker
Schools and Jobs and Family Services the larger departments said. “It’s a continual pro- Police Chief Steve Schloss-
and point to two large boxes of files in “Every time an overdoes comes in, we are concerned about staff- cess and I think that’s er ran qualifications on
his office. He a special attorney ap- collect evidence to make a felony case,” ing for the future, Jones pretty big when they can firearms and West Unity
pointed to handle the case was referred Towns said. “We run the investigation says villages are at a big- relate to an officer early and Pioneer participated.
to the ethics board. from beginning to end and then network ger disadvantage.
the information.”
“When some public official tries to “The pay here is not the
distract me,” Towns said of interference But even with a tough stance against same as the city,” Jones
he received while conducting investiga- drugs, the sheriff realizes it is difficult to said. “We tend to feel that
tions. I tried to conduct myself at work get off them. effect first.”
in a professional manner, not divert at-
tention.” “I try every way I can,” Towns said. West Unity may be a
“We help everyone. We will always help. small, stepping stone job,
He believes there was a reason for People can point all the fingers they but that does not mean
the obstruction, but so far, the state has want, but the facts are facts. We are Jones will water down his
shown no ability to do anything. not perfect, it’s not that simple,” Towns approach to producing
said. quality officers. Officers
The sheriff’s problem is he is not a are expected to shoulder
politician, he said. “There is no sugar- While there has been a lot of nega- added responsibilities.
coating with me,” Towns said. “I tried tive media about police lately and some
to fix some problem three years ago but people have no business being in law “We don’t have detec-
did not get a lot of cooperation. We want enforcement, he believes most officers tives,” Jones said. “We
to get better.” are good people. don’t have specialized
units. Therefore, that offi-
Despite claims to the contrary, the cer is exposed to the whole
sheriff believes his staff treat people process of investigation.”
fairly as public servants. The staff is
well educated and trained and do not The result is a well-
act like the way the national media has rounded officer who is
portrayed police in general. prepared to move on. They
may go to a larger depart-
“As with any police officers, we hold ment where they might
ourselves to higher standards,” Towns have detectives who will
said. “We have the Ohio Revised Code to pick up a case at some
follow. We do things the right way. But point, Jones said.
we always want to get better.”
A selling point for new
Towns said he strives to follow the officers is the work sched-
ORC and will call someone on it when ule. Full-time officers get
he believes it is being discarded. He re- every other weekend off
minded Holiday City officials they need- and they seem to like that,
ed to have police protection but said the
council “fought” him on it.

He stressed there was a right way to
go about it, to make sure the commu-
nity’s liability insurance was validated.

Swanton Police Story Is A Tale Of Two Counties

By Bill O’Connel arrest is made, the prisoner is training to be able to mesh all the Obviously, sophisticated
THE VILLAGE REPORTER transported either 25 miles to the different entities into one effec- teamwork is the best way to
All local police departments Lucas County Jail in downtown tive and efficient life-saving unit. successfully juggle the law en-
interact, on many occasions, Toledo or 32 miles to the Correc- forcement responsibilities for
with other safety-related agencies tion Center of Northwest Ohio in Sergeant Chris Blosser has two counties and areas with
such as fire/EMS units, county Stryker. been with the SPD for over 23 overlapping jurisdictions. How-
and state law enforcement orga- years and has been closely in- ever, there is one area of critical
nizations as well as other local The SPD also has to deal with volved in dealing with virtually importance in which all public
police departments in close prox- three different court systems in- every felony, misdemeanor and safety departments, police, fire
imity. These interactions can be volving different practices, proce- non-criminal incident on the and EMS, compete against each
logistically challenging and re- dures, protocols and paperwork. books. He has seen the Swanton other. Labor. More specifically,
quire a lot of training and precise “It’s a difficult task remembering force more than double in that recruitment and retention.
coordination among the agencies what we need for each court,” time, growing from four full-time For a variety of reasons, the
to properly protect and serve the said Berg. “And different judges officers and one part-time to nine turnover and attrition rate for
public. want things differently. If they full-time officers and three part- these jobs is relatively high, es-
In the case of the Swanton Po- get a new judge it changes. So, time today as the village contin- pecially in law enforcement. Na-
lice Department (SPD), the chal- we have to adapt and stay up to ues to grow. tionwide, the number of individu- LONG TIME SERVICE... Ser-
lenges are made more difficult speed on those things.” als entering the law enforcement geant Chris Blosser, 23-year
and complex with the respon- He interacts with the public field has been dropping for some veteran of the SPD.
sibility of policing a jurisdiction When several first-responder and other agencies on a daily time and smaller municipalities high level and has been cited by
that extends into two counties, units arrive at a scene, a quick basis and understands how im- struggle to compete against the citizens and fellow law enforce-
Fulton and Lucas. As an 11- decision must be made as to portant those relationships are. larger ones who offer better wage ment departments on numerous
year veteran with the SPD, Chief which unit or unit commander “I work with the State Highway and benefit packages as well as occasions for their flawless ex-
Adam Berg can relate very well will take control. If that incident Patrol the most and we all work more pay and career incentives. ecution and professionalism.
to the job complexities that come happens to occur on the county together. There is never an is- It is one reason many officers will
with his jurisdiction. line, at the intersection of Air- sue,” said Blosser, explaining his work part-time for other depart- A recent real estate survey
“I kind of have double the port Highway and Hallet Avenue collaboration with OSHP person- ments on their days off. Swan- conducted by the Multiple Listing
meetings for one,” he said half- for example, a crowd of first re- nel. “If I roll up on an accident ton’s police department is a Service revealed Swanton to be
jokingly. “Next Friday I have two sponders involving the SPD, Ful- and the trooper is there I’ll ask prime example of these struggles. the second fastest growing com-
Chiefs meetings. I have a Fulton ton and Lucas County Sheriff’s him if he wants me to take it and Despite their multi-faceted munity in Northwest Ohio behind
County Chiefs meeting and a To- Departments, Ohio State High- he’ll say ‘No. Its ok. I’ve got it.’ responsibilities and their often- only Sylvania. The need for law
ledo Metro Area Chiefs meeting.” way Patrol (OSHP) and vehicles Two days later he’ll roll up and changing roster, the SPD always enforcement personnel in Swan-
Depending in which county an from the Swanton Fire Depart- ask me the same thing and I’ll tell manages to perform at a very ton can only grow with it.
ment could form very quickly and him I will take it. There is never
become chaotic. It takes a lot of any argument.”

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Millcreek West Unity School Board Theater Hosts Video Game Tournament
Oks New Computers
PHOTOS BY JIM PRUITT
By James Pruitt Aug. 1, 2018. VIDEO GAME FUN ... Bryan Theater wants to be known for more than just showing
THE VILLAGE REPORTER The board approved the graduation movies and last week offered a video game tournament. The owners wanted to try some-
thing different so a couple of employees suggested having video games. The systems
The Millcreek West Unity Board of of Kohl Collins due to completion of all were set up in two theaters and registrations were opened. Ninety-two people played
Education met and July 16 conducted requirements. July 19.
the following business:
The board approved a donation of
The board approved the purchase Hilltop Cadet items from Barb Teegar-
of 205 Dell Chromebooks, licenses and den of Special Occasions.
warranty packages for four grade levels
for $53,205.70. The board approved employments for
the cafeteria.
The board approved the purchase
software support of serve for HVAC sys- The board approved the Adoption
tem from Control Systems of Ohio, for Agreement of the district’s updated
$11,394. 403b Plan Document.

The board authorized META Solu- The board approved the First read-
tions Cooperative to advertise and re- ing of the NEOLA updates and policy
ceive bids for the possible purchase of changes.
school buses for the 2018-19 school
year. The board approved a motion to ap-
prove the resolution determining to
The board changed the start of the proceed to levy a renewal tax for the
August board meeting to 5 p.m. Aug. 20 purpose of providing school safety and
due to an open house. security at rate of nine-tenths (0.9) of
one mill for each one dollar ($1.00) of
The board approved a one-year limit- valuation for a period of five years.
ed contract of retired classified employ-
ee, Karen Kuney for Elementary School James may be reached at
Secretary/EMIS Coordinator; effective [email protected]

Survey Of Economists: US Sales
& Employment Likely To Grow

By: Dee-Ann Durbin Goods producers — a category that 3 Michigan Men Cross
AP BUSINESS WRITER includes manufacturers, farmers and Lake Superior By Paddleboard
construction — are most optimistic,
DETROIT (AP) — Most U.S. busi- with 94 percent saying they expect sales TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. (AP) — Three weather changes fast,” said Morris, an
ness economists expect corporate sales to rise over the next three months. Michigan men braved cold waters and Elk Rapids teacher.
to grow over the next three months and unpredictable weather along a daunting
hiring and pay to rise with them. Fifty-one percent of the economists paddleboard journey across Lake Supe- Crossing any of the Great Lakes on
said wages rose at their companies be- rior. a standing paddleboard is no easy task.
But a majority of the economists sur- tween April and June, and they expect The men spent weeks training for the
veyed by the National Association for pay to keep rising over the next three Joe Lorenz, Kwin Morris and Jeff expedition and preparing to face fatigue,
Business Economics say the corporate months. It was the first time since the Guy set off Tuesday from Sinclair Cove hypothermia, high winds or big waves.
tax cuts that the Trump administration NABE began analyzing such data in in Canada and arrived at Whitefish
pushed through Congress have yet to 1982 that it has reported such strong Point in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula on “Mentally, you’ve been up for 30
affect their plans for hiring or invest- wage growth over two quarters. Forty- Wednesday morning. The 60-mile pad- hours, it’s cold, you’re tired,” Morris
ment. The administration had promoted one percent of respondents said their dleboard trip is part of a goal to fund- said. “You want to stop. But you think
its tax cuts, which were heavily tilted companies expect to hire in the next raise $20,000 for the Great Lakes Ship- about all those donors and people who
toward corporations and wealthy in- three months. wreck Historical Society. are counting on you, and it goes a long
dividuals, as likely to raise worker pay way.”
and promote corporate investment and “Labor market conditions are tight, The trip wasn’t the first endur-
expansion over time. with skilled labor shortages driving ance feat accomplished by the trio who Two boats follow the trio with a medi-
firms to raise pay, increase training, and founded Stand Up for Great Lakes, cal technician and emergency rescue
The NABE also said a majority of re- consider additional automation,” Sara a nonprofit that works to protect the crew as a precaution. The paddlers carry
spondents from goods-producing com- Rutledge, chair of the NABE’s Business Great Lakes. Lorenz, Morris and Guy all of their supplies on their boards, in-
panies said their companies were delay- Conditions Survey, said in a statement. crossed Lake Michigan in 2015, fund- cluding food, extra clothing and straws
ing investment, raising prices or taking raising $10,000 for the environmental that filter lake water for drinking.
other steps in response to the Trump Overall, the respondents reported group Great Lakes Alliance. They also
administration’s trade conflicts with little impact so far from the Trump ad- paddled 90 miles across Lake Huron They also brought a bio-degradable
other nations. ministration’s tariffs against China, the last year and raised $7,000 for Thunder wreath along this trip, which they laid at
European Union, Canada and Mexico. A Bay National Marine Sanctuary. the same spot the SS Edmund Fitzger-
The results of the quarterly survey majority — 65 percent — said the trade ald sank during a storm more than 42
being released Monday reflect respons- disputes haven’t led their companies to Lorenz, a Traverse City personal years ago. The wreath was entwined
es from 98 of the NABE’s members be- change hiring, investing or pricing so trainer, called Lake Superior “the big- with 29 white carnations representing
tween June 14 and June 27. far. gest, baddest, meanest lake there is.” members of the crew that died in the
1975 storm. One single carnation repre-
Sixty-eight percent of the business But among goods-producing compa- “This one’s always scared us — it’s sented all lives lost on the Great Lakes.
economists said they foresee sales grow- nies — which are directly affected by the the coldest and the deepest, and the
ing over the next three months. And for tariffs and the counter-tariffs by Ameri-
a third straight quarter, a higher pro- ca’s trading partners — a majority said
portion of respondents reported rising they had made one or more such chang-
sales at their companies. All the panel- es. Twenty-six percent of the goods-
ists expect the U.S. economy, as mea- producing companies said they had de-
sured by the gross domestic product, to layed investments, and 16 percent said
expand over the next 12 months. they had raised prices.

ECONOMY GROWTH ... In this June 20, 2018 photo, a member of a construction
team works on the site of Gables Station, a mixed use project featuring apartments,
retail, a hotel and cafes, in Coral Gables, Fla. Most U.S. business economists ex-
pect corporate sales to grow over the next three months and hiring and pay to rise
with them. Goods producers — a category that includes manufacturers, farmers
and construction — are most optimistic, with 94 percent saying they expect sales
to rise over the next three months. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky, File)

Ohio’s Unemployment
Rate Increases In June

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — State of- tural wage and salary employment CROSSING LAKE SUPERIOR ... In this Tuesday, July 11, 2018 photo provided by
ficials say Ohio’s seasonally adjusted increased by 7,900 jobs from May to Scott Lorenz, Joe Lorenz, Jeff Guy and Kwin Morris arrive in Whitefish Point, Mich.,
unemployment rate has increased June. after paddling from Sinclair Cove, Ontario across Lake Superior. The trio made the
from May to June. 60-mile paddleboard trip as part of a goal to fundraise $20,000 for the Great Lakes
The agency reports job gains in lei- Shipwreck Historical Society. The trip wasn’t the first endurance feat accomplished
The state’s unemployment rate sure and hospitality; professional and by the trio. Lorenz, Morris and Guy crossed Lake Michigan in 2015 and Lake Huron
rose from 4.3 percent in May to 4.5 business services; other services; and last year. (Scott Lorenz via AP)
percent last month. The rate stood at information exceeded losses in trade,
5.1 percent in June 2017. transportation and utilities and in ed-
ucational and health services.
The national rate was 4 percent in
June, up from 3.8 percent in May and The state reports the construction
down from 4.3 percent in June 2017. industry lost 2,600 jobs while manu-
facturing gained 1,900 jobs in June.
The state Job and Family Services
Department says Ohio’s nonagricul-

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Edon Village Council Unanimously Casts Their Lot In Opposition To Aquifer Drilling

PHOTO BY TIMOTHY KAYS, STAFF quested to divert water from the Mich- Councilor Chip Hulbert reported in. We talked about black topping or
indoh Glacial Outwash Aquifer, that a on the Park Board meeting, saying, concreting the basketball court. We
POINT OF CLARIFICATION ... Edon public hearing be held and notice and “Mainly, we discussed that Sauder Vil- have a couple of people that want to
Councilor Spencer Kaiser brings a point opportunity to be heard be given to this lage had contacted Chad about if we donate money. They want an estimate
of clarification to the discussion sur- public body, and the citizens of Edon, would be willing to donate some of our of what it’s going to cost before they
rounding the Michindoh Glacial Aquifer Ohio.” Under suspended rules of read- artifacts out at the Depot to Sauder give us an estimate of how much mon-
at the July 16 meeting. ing, Council approved the Resolution Village. We gave Chad the okay to talk ey they want to donate.”
without dissent. to them about it, and see if maybe they
By: Timothy Kays would give us a donation back to the Council retired into executive ses-
THE VILLAGE REPORTER Mayor Thiel appointed Councilors Park, or at least make a plaque saying sion for the discussion of pending
It’s been underneath our feet for Spencer Kaiser and Dave Loughbor- where the stuff came from. Other than litigation and economic development,
ages, but only received an official name ough, along with Village Administra- that, we talked about looking into the with no action anticipated to arise
fifteen years ago. Today, the Mich- tor Chad Ordway, “...to oversee what’s Frisbee Golf thing. Spencer contacted upon returning to regular session.
indoh Glacial Aquifer is a household happening with it.” Mayor Thiel added, me about that. West Unity just put one
name in the tri-state area. With the re- “The thing that concerns me is, if they Timothy can be reached at
cently announced proposal of drilling go north of us and start pumping wa- [email protected]
into the aquifer by Ed Kidston of Ar- ter in a 32 inch pipe or whatever he’s
tesian of Pioneer, and pumping water going to put in, and he lowers the wa- Bill Hopkins Remembered at
to areas outside the boundaries of the ter table enough that our wells aren’t Swanton Village Council Meeting
aquifer such as Lucas County, battle deep enough, who’s going to pay to
lines have been forming along the pro dig us new wells? We are...that’s the By: Bill O’Connell
and con demarcation. On the evening problem that I have with it. They could THE VILLAGE REPORTER
of July 16, members of the Edon Vil- lower that aquifer drastically.”
lage Council voiced their unanimous Former Swanton Fire
opposition to the proposal. Councilor Loughborough noted the Chief William (Bill) Hop-
Read into the record as Resolution potential of chemical contamination of kins, who passed away
02-2018 by Edon Mayor Duane Thiel, the aquifer, pointing out a perimeter on July 8th, was remem-
the measure is, “A Resolution recog- around the village and saying, “A lot of bered by the Swanton Vil-
nizing and promoting the importance it is in rural farm land, and they could lage Council at their July
of the groundwater aquifer, and oppos- drop a well and put a fertilizer inductor 16th meeting for his 18
ing drilling and/or private distribution right in it...and we could have fertilizer years of dedicated ser-
of the groundwater from the Michin- in our drinking water within one year.” vice. “Mr. Hopkins was a
doh Glacial Outwash Aquifer to loca- Later he added, “It’s not just this guy very dedicated man to the
tions outside the designated aquifer.” up in Pioneer doing this. It should be Village of Swanton,” said
Composed of nine informational a concern of all of us, because there’s Administrator Rosanna
points, the Resolution called for three only one source of readily available Hoelzle. “He will be re-
points of immediate action. Section water for the tri-state area...and that’s membered for his loyalty,
One stated, “That this Council does this aquifer. I’m not in any way, shape humor and kindness. We
hereby declare its strong opposition or form saying that we need to stop wish to express our sin-
to permitting the diversion of water farmers from accessing it...okay? I am cere condolences to his
resources from the Michindoh Glacial saying that we should be concerned wife Pam and children Pe-
Outwash Aquifer, which would have about it, and the whole community ter and Elizabeth.”
an adverse impact on the aquifer and and area should be concerned.” “Be The Council also dis-
endanger the consumptive use, and good stewards of our own land,” said cussed the ongoing up-
public health, welfare and safety of Councilor Kaiser. PHOTO BY: BILL O’CONNELL, STAFF
those who are currently served by, and grade of water meters NEW OFFICER ... Village Solicitor Alan Lehenbaur
rely on, the aquifer, not only in Edon, Mr. Ordway reported that the storm to be radio-read. Public swears in new Swanton Police Officer Joseph Gill
Ohio, but our neighbors in Ohio, Indi- siren might be up as early as July 17. Service crews are finding
ana and Michigan.” He also noted that the radio repeater some meters that are fro- Hallet Avenue. The other Ordinance
Section Two of the measure re- will be taken off the tower at the old zen or no longer working properly due will establish a Village Employee Com-
solves, “That this Council does hereby fire hall, and relocated on the same to a lack of maintenance by the property pensation Schedule for the years 2019
encourage and promote cooperation pole as the new storm siren. “By the owner. A fee schedule is being consid- to 2021.
with all public bodies served by the end of the month, all that work should ered to replace these meters. First Readings of two Resolutions
Michindoh Glacial Outwash Aquifer to be done,” he said. Joseph Gill was sworn in as a full- were also passed. The first for accepting
join in a collaborative action to pass time patrol officer and will begin his the amounts and rates, authorizing the
similar legislation, and to protect our “Water plant construction should be duties on July 29th. The Village is still necessary tax levies, and certifying them
valuable water resources.” coming soon,” Mr. Ordway continued. in need of one more officer to be fully to the County Auditor. The second is
Section Three of the Resolution “Siebenaler Construction got the ad- staffed. requesting advanced payment of taxes
states, “That this Council does formal- dress for shipment of the building, so Jones and Henry Engineering pro- collected. Both are annual Resolutions
ly hereby request that this Resolution the building should be coming shortly. vided a rough estimate for a sewer line and must be submitted to the County
be submitted to the Ohio Department Once that’s here, they’ll get started on extension on West Airport Highway. Auditor by October 1, 2018.
of Natural Resources and/or the Ohio it. We’re still working on the mainte- The project would include about 920 A motion passed that authorized the
EPA and, should any permit be re- nance shop building pad and the stone feet of 12-inch main sewer, four man- Village Administrator to enter into an
bins.” Catch basin replacement will holes, short side laterals to each of the agreement for the transfer of 112 Penn-
probably begin next week. “On West 12 properties and a trenchless method sylvania Avenue to Habitat for Human-
Indiana, we’ve got some storm issue for the long laterals. The estimated ity of Fulton County pursuant to Ordi-
problems there we’ll start off with.” cost would be $170,000 or a little over nance 2015-09.
$14,000 per property. The Church Street Improvement
Mr. Ordway reported that he looked Possible road projects for 2019 were Project is well under way and is expect-
into the issues surrounding the devel- listed that included a Business Alley ed to be completed by August 14th. The
opment of a municipal electrical sys- in the downtown area, West Pointe Es- Garfield Bridge Replacement Project has
tem, noting that the business that he tates, Cherry Street to Church Street to just begun and is tentatively scheduled
contacted said that a study would need Miller Street and Ashbury Farms. to be completed by November 6th.
to be conducted at a cost of $10,000 to The next meeting will take place on
$15,000. Council did not take any fur- The First Readings of two Ordinanc-
ther at the time, but Councilor Lough- es were unanimously passed. One Or- August 13, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. in the Vil-
borough stated “It may not be some- dinance will prohibit parking in the lage Council Room on Chestnut Street.
thing that we want to throw $15,000 at Industrial Area bordered by Lincoln
right now, but if we are stewards of our Street, Church Street, Zeiter Way and Bill may be reached at
community, we need to keep that as a [email protected]
possibility for the future.”

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Minnesota Helps 13-Year-Old Voters Won’t Decide In November
Boy Keep His Hot Dog Business Whether To Split California

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A 13-year-old Jaequan said he’s overwhelmed by By: Sophia Bollag to work.”
entrepreneur who was reported for op- the support. ASSOCIATED PRESS The director of the Planning and
erating a hot dog stand without a license
is still in business thanks to Minnesota “I was actually kinda surprised, SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — A mea- Conservation League cheered the rul-
officials who could’ve shut him down. ‘cause usually I would have one per- sure that would divide California into ing.
son at a time help me, but then with so three parts won’t appear on the No-
The Minnesota Department of Health many people coming at once, I’m like, vember ballot, the state Supreme Court The initiative “was a costly, flawed
received a complaint this summer wow. I realized how much people enjoy decided Wednesday, marking the latest scheme that will waste billions of Cali-
about the hot dog stand that Jaequan it,” he said. defeat for a long-shot push to reimag- fornia taxpayer dollars, create chaos in
Faulkner had set up outside his Minne- ine the nation’s most populous state. public services including safeguarding
apolis home. He called the operation Mr. Jaequan began operating — with a li- our environment,” Howard Penn said in
Faulkner’s Old-Fashioned Hot Dogs. cense — on Monday. He started the hot The justices ordered the secretary a statement. “It would have dismantled
dog stand with help from his uncle, who of state not to put the ballot initiative the world’s fifth biggest economy with-
But instead of closing down the op- said Jaequan handles about 90 percent before voters, saying significant ques- out solving a single challenge facing
eration, the agency decided to help — of the business. tions have been raised about its va- Californians today.”
health inspectors even pitched in to pay lidity. The court now will consider a
for the $87 permit, Minnesota Public The teen now works four-hour days, challenge from the Planning and Con- The environmental group’s lawsuit
Radio reported. from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and spends his servation League, an environmental says major changes to the state’s gov-
free time “thinking about what’s next.” group that argued splitting up Califor- ernment structure require approval
Daniel Huff, the department’s en- Maybe a food cart, so he can take his nia would drastically change its gov- from two-thirds of the Legislature be-
vironmental health director, said the operation on the road. ernment structure beyond what can be fore being considered by voters or a
agency was excited to help a young man accomplished through a simple ballot state constitutional convention.
with such drive. Huff also contacted the Jaequan said he’s also thinking about initiative.
Northside Economic Opportunity Net- donating some of earnings to charities Draper has argued that the mea-
work, which gave Jaequan some point- that help people with depression. “We conclude that the potential sure doesn’t go beyond what voters can
ers on running a business and keeping harm in permitting the measure to re- enact through an initiative. If passed,
his stand clean. Information from: Minnesota Public main on the ballot outweighs the po- it would be only the first step toward
Radio News, http://www.mprnews.org tential harm in delaying the proposi- splitting the state, he said.
tion to a future election,” the justices
STAYING IN BUSINESS ... Jaequan Faulkner, 13, stands for a portrait in front wrote in a unanimous ruling. The initiative, which could appear
of Jaequan’s Old Fashioned Hot Dogs in north Minneapolis on Monday, July 16, on a future ballot if the court ultimate-
2018. The temporary stand, which sits on the steps of Faulkner’s house on Penn They said time constraints forced ly rules in its favor, seeks to divide the
Avenue, is now health department approved. (Lacey Young/Minnesota Public Radio them to rule on the issue immediately. state into Northern California, Califor-
via AP) nia and Southern California.
Venture capitalist Tim Draper, who
spent more than $1.7 million on his Northern California would comprise
“Cal 3” initiative, has tried for years to the Bay Area, Silicon Valley, Sacra-
split the state, arguing it has become mento and counties north of the state
ungovernable because of its size, wealth capital. California would be a strip of
disparities and geographic diversity. land along the coast stretching from
His last attempt to divide California in Los Angeles to Monterey. Southern
six didn’t gather enough signatures to California would include Fresno and
make the ballot in 2016. the surrounding farming communities,
reaching to San Diego and the Mexican
“The whole point of the initiative border.
process was to be set up as a protection
from a government that was no longer Supporters gathered signatures from
representing its people. Now that pro- hundreds of thousands of Californians,
tection has been corrupted,” Draper and the secretary of state in June an-
said in a statement. “Whether you nounced they had enough to get the ef-
agree or not with this initiative, this is fort on the general election ballot.
not the way democracies are supposed
The justices’ decision leaves 11 bal-
lot measures for voters to weigh in No-
vember.

NE Indiana Hot Tub Maker
Expanding, Adding 100 New Jobs

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (AP) — A north- Master Spas employs more than 450 in
eastern Indiana hot tub maker is plan- Fort Wayne, but expects to add at least
ning a $15 million expansion that com- 80 additional positions within the com-
pany officials say will create more than ing year. The expansion is expected to
100 new jobs. create 107 jobs within four years.
Master Spas announced Monday Company President Terry Valmassoi
that it had acquired a 150,000-square- says the expansion of the 22-year-old
foot building adjacent to its Fort Wayne company “will help us remain an indus-
operations. The company plans to con- try leader in the community we love.”
vert that building into production, ware- The company’s major markets are
housing, research and development and the U.S., Canada and Europe.
design space by year’s end. Information from: The Journal Ga-
The Journal Gazette reports that zette, http://www.journalgazette.net
SUPREME COURT DECISION ... In this July 15, 2014 file photo, Heather Ditty,
elections manager for the Sacramento County Registrar of Voters, makes a
Archbold Rotary Hears From quick inspection of some of the petitions turned in by Silicon Valley venture
capitalist Tim Draper, left, that would place a ballot initiative before voters ask-
Representatives Of The Alzheimer’s ing to split California into separate states in Sacramento, Calif. The California
Supreme Court has blocked a measure that would divide the state in three
from appearing on the November ballot. The justices on Wednesday, July 18,
Association Of Northwest Ohio 2018, ordered the secretary of state not to put the initiative before voters, say-
ing significant questions have been raised about its validity. (AP Photo/Rich
Pedroncelli, File)

Cameron Hospital To
Offer Safe Sitter Course

PHOTO PROVIDED Angola, Ind. – Cameron Memorial Safe Sitter® organization, contact John
Community Hospital will offer their next White at 260-667-5378.
GUESTS ... Although there is no cure for Alzheimer’s and few proven medical op- Safe Sitter® course for young teens 11-
tions to slow the progression of the disease, there is cause for hope that a break- 13 at the hospital Saturday, August 4, PHOTO PROVIDED
through may be within reach -- perhaps within five or six years. That was part of 2018, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
the message delivered to Rotarians on Friday by representatives of the Alzheimer’s SKILLS ... Abby Coffing learning the
Association of Northwest Ohio. Lori Mika (center), development director for the Over 600,000 adolescent babysitters proper technique during the Safe Sitter
local chapter, also encouraged Rotarians to support the August 25th Walk to End have graduated from the medically-ac- course for helping a choking child.
Alzheimer’s that will be held at Sauder Village. The group hopes to raise $50,000 curate program which instills students
through the event -- money that will be used in part to support promising research with confidence as they learn how, why
in the search for a cure. In fact, the Alzheimer’s Association awarded a University and where injuries can happen so they
of Toledo researcher who had developed a cure for Alzheimer’s in mice a $100,000 can be prevented. The cost of the course
grant to complete research that has since led to a $2 million grant from the Na- is $15. You may call 260-667-5378 or
tional Institutes of Health to further the research for humans. visit www.cameronmch.com to register
your son, daughter or child’s babysitter
Lori explained that Alzheimer’s is the sixth leading cause of death among adults for this course.
with women accounting for two-thirds of those deaths. The local chapter also pro-
vides information and support for families and individuals dealing with the disease This nationally recognized program
-- helping newly diagnosed families develop a plan to guide them through their was developed by Indianapolis pedia-
loved one’s disease progression. To learn more about Alzheimer’s disease, please trician Dr. Patricia Keener after a col-
visit their website: www.alz.org and for more information about the local Walk league’s toddler choked to death while
to End Alzheimer’s, please go to: www.alz.org/nwohio/walk. Pictured from left: in the care of an adult sitter who didn’t
Karen Moore, events coordinator; Lori Mika, development director; and Mari Yoder, know what actions to take. The course
who arranged the program. provides hands-on practice in lifesav-
ing techniques to young teens who are
home alone, watching younger siblings,
or babysitting so they are equipped with
the skills and confidence to act in an
emergency. They learn basic first aid
and infant and child choking rescue and
CPR.

Students also receive instruction on
how a child’s age affects how to care for
them, how to prevent problem behavior,
and how to run their own babysitting
business.

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CONTINUED FROM THE FRONT PAGE Swanton Chamber Of

Luis Ayala Raises The Bar As An Eagle Scout Commerce Holds Elections

could build a box so they can put them there and then voice could not be disguised as he recalled the events NEW TO THE BOARD ... Julian Benfield (Left) and
later, when it was a little bit full, I will go and pick and new friends that came from the experience. “I Rosanna Hoelzle have joined the Swanton Chamber of
them up. I will have a ceremony with my troop, so that want to pay my respects to the Legionnaires,” he said, Commerce Board of Directors.
they aren’t taking up space in their Legion.” trying to find the words to match what was in his heart
and mind. “I cannot say...my words are not enough Members of the Swanton Chamber of Commerce
Sadly, the society of today tends to see Scouting as to thank them. I’m really grateful that they gave me a (SCC) have elected two individuals to fill the vacancies
antiquated and uncool. Despite the societal currents, chance to be a delegate for Buckeye Boys State.” of two Board of Directors members, Eric Fessenden
Luis has become a role model through his determi- and Rick Lederman, whose terms had expired. Elect-
nation and leadership. “I think it’s keeping yourself Entering into his senior year as a Hilltop Cadet, ed to a three-year term are Julia Benfield of Benfield
positive all the time,” he said. “We don’t seem to fit Luis has options that he wants to pursue, but those Wines in Swanton and Rosanna Hoelzle, Swanton Vil-
in anymore for most of the people. They don’t see the options are not set in stone just yet. “For now, I’m lage Administrator.
Boy Scouts as how they were seen in years before. For planning to get a degree in animal science, to become
me, it’s not as hard to be the role model. Yeah, some an animal scientist,” he said. “After that...just work- The Board then elected SCC Officers for the 2017-
of my teachers have done that, and some police offi- ing on a farm. That’s what I’ve been planning.” There’s 2018 fiscal year. Serving as Board Chairperson will
cers. I helped with the D.A.R.E. Camp every summer also the possible option of military service, but Luis is be Bill O’Connell of the Swanton Sports Center, Vice-
with Deputy Paul McCord. He’s one of the persons that balancing Air Force service against college. Chairperson will be Patty Carroll of Patty and Com-
first saw me as a role model as a Boy Scout. He was pany, Secretary will be Jessica Poulson of First Fed-
the first person that saw me as a leader apart from For right now, Luis Ayala is a happy high school eral Savings and Loan of Delta and Jennifer Knapp of
my Troop.” Swimming upstream against the currents kid from West Unity, Ohio. He loves his country, his Farmers and Merchants Bank will be the Treasurer.
of society is seldom easy. “It takes a little bit of effort family and his school. His favorite subject? “I love my Neil Toeppe will continue as President and CEO.
for myself at least,” Luis said. “Sometimes it just de- American History with Ms. (Janice) Brunner. It’s my
pends. I train myself to keep myself and my friends favorite class. I love learning about history; it’s one of Edgerton Local Schools Cafeteria
safe, showing them that I care.” the things that I really like.” If you have an interest in Prices & Student Fees
the American roles of World War II, Luis is the guy you
For over a century, Scouting has bound together want to talk with. Edgerton Local Schools have released the following
faith and family, with the rigid discipline of the Scout cafeteria prices and student fees for the 2018 – 2019
Law. Luis is a shining example of the outcome. “For To those youngsters who are coming of the age school year:
myself,” he began, “I will say the Scout Law keeps me where Cub Scouting is becoming available, Luis has
going as a person. Being trustworthy, loyal, helpful, some keen insights for you. “Everything’s possible if Type A Lunch: Grades K-8 - $2.50, Grades 9-12 -
friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, you put your mind into it,” he said. “I’ve seen a lot of $2.75, Reduced price - $0.40, Adult - $3.25, Milk -
brave, clean and reverent...those 12 points. They help people that were in Cub Scouts. Most of my friends $0.50.
me to help another person become a better person.” joined Cub Scouts, and they dropped out because they
Continuing, he said, “My family’s really important; didn’t seem to like it after they finished. Boy Scouts Breakfast: Grades K-12 - $1.65, Reduced price -
they’re all I have.” Gesturing to his brother Justin, and wasn’t as fun as Cub Scouts was. But I think that giv- $0.30, Milk - $0.50
his parents Carlos and Joen, he continued, “Here’s my ing yourself the opportunity to do something new can
family, but the rest of my family’s in Mexico. So these open doors to a lot of different things. I’m not saying Student Fees: Grades PK-6 - $35.00, Grades 7-12
three people that you see here, they’re all I have here. that I did became an Eagle just to get the benefits of - $100.00
I don’t get to see my grandma and my cousins. I don’t it. I was talking to some army and military recruiters.
see them at all. I get to talk to them maybe once a They said that for me, starting as just a normal high Ala carte cafeteria items are priced subject to eligi-
week. Family’s really important to me, but even more school graduate, I would start as an E1. Just being bility, price, and availability
when you don’t see them. Once you don’t have them an Eagle, I go straight to an E3, so I get promotions
next to you, it’s quite hard not to see them again. Faith just for being an Eagle. We get scholarships...so many
is what helps me be who I am. I mean, I don’t know things, so many benefits that some people might not
what I would be without Jesus in my life. I was glad seem to realize that they’re out there. I know that Cub-
that my parents took me to church when I was nine bies don’t know anything about that, but I will say just
for the first time. I’ve always wanted to learn more and keep up and not give up, because it’s a good program.
more.” Boy Scouts is a great program that gives American
citizens and about anyone an opportunity to become
The Junior Wyse Post 669 of the American Legion a better citizen.”
recently honored Luis with their selection to be a del-
egate to Buckeye Boys State. The excitement in his Timothy can be reached at
[email protected]

Wauseon’s Cricket Wireless Grand

Opening & Ribbon Cutting Held

Austin To Archbold
2018 Concert Series

Archbold, Ohio-The Austin to Archbold Concert
Series welcomes Bill Kirchen and the Hounds for a
July 26th musical experience in downtown Archbold,
at the corner of Holland and North Defiance, for a
free street party and concert starting at 7 pm, with
headliner at 8 pm.
Bill Kirchen, the legendary hotrod guitar player,
has made Austin TX his home after his early years
in Ann Arbor, MI. Kirchen co-founded the original
“Americana” band, Commander Cody and his Lost
Planet Airmen, and his trademark Telecaster licks
PHOTO BY MELISSA EWERS, STAFF drove their hit “Hot Rod Lincoln” into the Top 10 in
GRAND OPENING...The Wauseon Chamber of Commerce welcomed new manager Carly Smith (scissors) of 1972.
Cricket Wireless with a ribbon cutting on Friday July 13, 2018. Carly Smith took over as manager in July. Named a “Titan of the Telecaster” by Guitar Play-
Cricket Wireless is located at 1072 N Shoop Ave, Wauseon, OH. Open Monday- Friday from 11am-8pm and er Magazine, he celebrates a musical tradition that
Saturday from 12pm-6pm. You can contact the store at 419-403-1650. embraces rock ‘n’ roll, blues and bluegrass, Texas
Western swing and California honkytonk. Nick Lowe
North Central Schools May Start describes Bill as “... a devastating culmination of the
elegant and funky… a really sensational musician,
with enormous depth.
Season Without Sound System Bill received his Grammy nomination in 2001. A
winner of multiple Wammies over the years, in 2002
he was one of three artists inducted into the Wash-
ington D.C. Area Music Association Hall of Fame
By James Pruitt The board approved the submission of the substi- along with Dave Grohl (Nirvana, Foo Fighters) and
THE VILLAGE REPORTER tute Tax Levy to collect about $705,000. John Philip Sousa.

The final enrollment numbers for 2017-18 stood The board approved a contract with the teachers Bill is an architect of what is now known as Roots
at 592. There have been some discussions by parents group for two years. Rock ‘n’ Roll and Americana, and still continues to
from outside the district wishing to open enroll, Su- be one of its most active proponents, playing, writing
perintendent William Hanak said. The principals of The board approved a resolution to approve the and performing throughout the world.
the high and elementary school will have to approve Athletic Ticket Prices for the 2018-2019 season as fol-
any additions. lows: Ticket Prices:Varsity Ticket Prices: Students/ About Austin to Archbold Concert Series: A con-
Senior Citizens (65 and older) $4 Adults $6 JH/Fresh- cert series created by Max Nofziger in 2016 to bring
The board accepted the First Reading of proposed men Ticket Prices: Students/Senior Citizens (65 and Austin TX musicians to Archbold OH during the long
handbook for NCLS Employment Policies for Non-Bar- older) $2 Adults $3 hot summer months to exchange musicial talents
gaining Unit Employees. and escape the Texas heat. The concerts have been
Sports Passes: Family Pass- $200 (Good for 2 sponsored for the past three years by the Ohio Arts
The board accepted the First Reading of proposed Adults and their children in grades K-12) Council, the Village of Archbold & Archbold Commu-
handbook for NCLS Transportation. nity Foundation.
Adult Pass- $65
New laptops are on order. (Ages 18-64. Includes HS grads and College Stu-
The school may not have a new sound system as dents)Student Pass- $50 (Grades K-12 only.)
the vendor the school wanted to use upped their pric- Senior Pass- $40 (Ages 65 years and older.)
es beyond the district’s ability to pay. Hanak advised Senior Pass- (NC Resident) FREE (Ages 65 years
against selecting a more expensive system. and older and proof of residency)

The next regularly meeting ia 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, James may be reached at
August 14 in the High School Eagle room.
Work has begun on the new lighting system and the [email protected]

crews will be working seven days a week and should
be complete by Aug. 10.

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US Retail Sales Rise At A

Montpelier Class OfHealthy 0.5 Percent Pace In June
1983 Holds ReunionBy: Christopher Rugaber
years.
Still, most of the respondents to a sur-
AP ECONOMICS WRITER vey by the National Association for Busi-
ness Economics said that the Trump ad-
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. retail sales ministration’s corporate tax cuts last year PHOTO PROVIDED
rose at a solid pace last month despite have yet to affect their plans for hiring and
higher prices and modest wage gains, a investment. The administration has sold The Montpelier Class of 1983 recently held their 35th year Class Reunion at the-
sign of underlying consumer optimism. the tax cuts as an incentive for companies Moose Lodge in Montpelier. Attending were: Front row-Scott Stoops, Keith Rad-
to invest more in plant and equipment. abaugh, Jeff Tressler, Tim Allgire, Ty Johnson, Marty(Ewers)Daniel, Bob Hill,
The Commerce Department said Mon- Teacher: Delmar Karnes. Standing on truck-Penny(Eicher)Burlew, Angie(McKelvey)
day that sales at retailers and restaurants Nearly two-thirds of companies in the Manuszak, Diana(Bauer)Grant, Earl Bechtol, Joyce(Rath)Tucker, James Engels,
increased 0.5 percent in June, following a NABE survey said that the administra- Joni(Todd)Engels, Collene(Imm)Hill. Other attendees not in the picture- Ken Steffes
big 1.3 percent gain the previous month. tion’s trade policies hadn’t changed their & Bill Head.
May’s figure was revised sharply higher hiring or investment plans.
from an initial estimate of 0.8 percent. Man Starts Walk Across America,
But a quarter of farmers, manufactur- Seeking The Good In People
Americans are confident about the eco- ers, and construction companies surveyed
nomic outlook, with the unemployment said they had delayed making new invest- By: Mike Argento tics - and began training, walking miles
rate near an 18 year-low and the economy ments because of the tariffs and retalia- YORK DAILY RECORD every day to get his 50-year-old body in
accelerating after a sluggish start to the tory measures by China, Europe and other shape. He sought donations from local
year. Retail sales rose 6.6 percent from a trading partners. YORK HAVEN, Pa. (AP) — At little af- businesses to get him started. Rutter’s,
year earlier, the fastest annual pace in five ter 9 a.m. Monday, James Smith took a for instance, made a $500 donation to
years. There are other threats on the horizon. knee on the sidewalk outside the Rut- the Penn State Hershey Medical Cen-
Rising prices for gas, cars, and medical ter’s on West Market Street, at the in- ter’s pediatric care center.
Still, some of the spending increases, care have boosted inflation in the past year tersection with Route 116, as a couple
such as gas station sales, simply reflect to a six-year high. That has offset modest of friends worked on strapping a small It was special to Smith. His 11-year-
higher prices. Excluding auto dealers and wage gains, leaving workers with flat pay backpack, containing his laptop and old, when she was a month old, had sur-
gas stations, sales rose 0.3 percent in in the past 12 months after adjusting for notebooks and such, to a larger pack gery at the center to correct a problem
June. price changes. that contained what will be his worldly with her digestive tract. He recruited a
possessions for the next five and a half friend to look after his house, near York
Home and garden stores reported a “Higher inflation ... means that con- months. Haven, and his dog, Luna.
strong 0.8 percent sales gain, which was sumers likely took on debt and dipped
likely lifted in part by more expensive lum- into their savings to support those gains,” “Almost done?” he asked. On Monday morning, a small crowd
ber. The Trump administration imposed Diane Swonk, chief economist at Grant They weren’t. of about a dozen friends gathered at Rut-
tariffs on some lumber imports from Can- Thornton, said. “We are expecting some His knee was killing him. He had to ter’s to see him off. His children weren’t
ada last fall. moderation in spending over the summer.” stand. there; they were at their mother’s. He
His friends finished lashing the packs said so long to them Sunday. He didn’t
With consumer spending strong, most The erosion of purchasing power could together, and Smith stood, grunting want them to be there when he left be-
economists believe that growth will jump worsen if President Trump follows through against the weight on his back -a good cause it would have made him cry, and
to a 4 percent to 4.5 percent annual rate on a threat to impose tariffs on $200 bil- 40 pounds or more. he didn’t want to start his journey with
in the April-June quarter, which would be lion of Chinese imports, including con- And then he said so long to his tears in his eyes.
the strongest in four years. That would fol- sumer items such as hats, handbags, and friends and began walking, taking the
low just 2 percent growth in the first three furniture. Those duties would follow tariffs first steps of what might turn out to be Sunday was rough. “I was a mess
months of the year. on $34 billion of Chinese imports earlier a 3,000-mile journey across America in yesterday,” he said. “I stopped by the
this month, as well as import taxes on search of decency and compassion. house and gave my kids a kiss goodbye.
A survey of business economists found steel and aluminum from Europe, Cana- He’s calling it the Point The Thumb It was hard.”
that most companies expect their sales to da, China and other countries. Journey, the idea being that instead of
rise in the coming months and that they pointing your finger at someone else, He is taking this journey, in part, for
plan to raise pay to attract and keep work- point your thumb at yourself. He is call- his kids, to show them that people are
ers. The proportion of businesses planning ing the journey “walking across America good.
to raise pay was the largest in roughly 35 for humanity.”
It began a few months ago. Smith, He plans to walk about 20 miles a
WWII Soldier Is Buried In a single father of two and stepfather to day. Along the way, when he reaches
one, picked up his 11-year-old daughter a destination, he plans to talk to total
California 74 Years After Battle at the bus stop at the end of a long, hard strangers, telling them his story and the
day for the kid. She told him, “You’re story of his journey and perhaps asking
Phil Rosenkrantz and wife Judy Rosenkrantz, center, walk behind the casket of right, dad. People do suck.” for a place to stay, just to see how they
his uncle U.S. Army Staff Sgt. David Rosenkrantz, during services Friday, July 20, It wasn’t the kind of legacy he wished react.
2018, at Riverside National Cemetery in Riverside, Calif. Rosenkrantz was killed on to pass on to his kids. He wants his
Sept. 28, 1944, while on a mission to disrupt German defensive lines in the Neth- kids to grow up believing that people He wants to see whether people will
erlands during World War II. His remains weren’t identified until 2017 and was laid are basically decent. But lately, it’s been volunteer to help him out, or give him a
to rest Friday. (Terry Pierson /The Orange County Register via AP) tough, his cynicism and disappointment place to stay, or a hot meal, or just take
in people trickling down to his kids. the time to get to know him. He plans to
RIVERSIDE, Calif. (AP) — Nearly 74 krantz’s body was recently recovered not He does believe people are basical- document the trip - you can find links
years after he was killed in a ferocious far from where he died in the Netherlands. ly good, but lately, rude people, angry to his YouTube and Facebook pages at
World War II battle, Staff Sgt. David Rosen- people and just plain bad people have pttjourney.com - with the goal of writing
krantz has been laid to rest in Southern David Rosenkrantz was a member of sucked the life out of him, have soured a book about the trip.
California. the 82nd Airborne Division’s Company H, his faith in humanity.
504th Parachute Infantry Regiment when So he hatched a plan to get it back. He has said, “It isn’t about me. It’s
Flags were lowered to half-staff as rela- it made a daring landing in the early days He had seen a movie on Netflix - “Into about the people I’ll meet along the way.”
tives gathered Friday for Rosencrantz’s of September 1944. It took decades to lo- the Wild,” based on the nonfiction best-
funeral at Riverside National Cemetery, cate his body. seller by John Krakauer - about a young Most of the dozen people who gath-
where four of his brothers are also buried. man, disillusioned by people, who gives ered to see him off were wearing bright
Rosenkrantz grew up in Los Angeles away all of his possessions and travels yellow T-shirts bearing the logo for his
The U.S. Defense POW/MIA Accounting and enlisted in the Army soon after the across the country to Alaska. Along the trip and other information. He has been
Agency announced in March that Rosen- Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. way, the man meets people who shape selling the shirts to pay for the trip, so
his life and restore his faith in the basic far selling about 70.
David Spade: Family Coming decency of people. The movie “connect-
Together After Kate Spade’s Death ed the dots” for him. He took some photos with his friends
Smith began planning. He was going and said goodbye, gathering in a circle
ily tragedy. to walk across the country and depend to say a brief prayer before walking
Fashion designer Kate Spade was on the kindness of strangers to survive across the parking lot to the shoulder of
the trek. He planned to just approach Route 30 and the first leg of his journey.
married to David’s brother, entrepreneur people along the way and ask for help
Andy Spade. Kate Spade killed herself in and get to know the people. “All right, so I guess this is it, gang,”
So he quit his job - he worked in logis- he said. “I love you all.”

June. In an interview, David Spade said He began walking alongside the road,
tractor-trailers whizzing by. The weath-
er was just about perfect, the air still
cool from the night, the humidity low.

“I’m off to a pretty good start,” he
said. “I just gotta see how it goes.”

Online: https://bit.ly/2uzlb17
Information from: York Daily Record,
http://www.ydr.com

“everyone’s pulling it together.” He added:
“I think we’re getting in the best place we
can at this point.”
Less than three weeks after Spade’s
death, her father, Earl Brosnahan, died
at age 89 — the day before his daughter’s
funeral.
Shortly after his wife’s death, Andy
In this April 23, 2018 file photo, David Spade released a statement noting she
Spade attends the premiere of Netflix’s had “suffered from depression and anxi-
“The Week Of” in New York. Spade says ety.” David Spade has made a $100,000
his family is coming together after the donation to the National Alliance on Men-
death of his sister-in-law Kate Spade. tal Illness, which provides education and
The fashion designer killed herself in support for families impacted by the dis-
June. (Photo by Andy Kropa/Invision/ ease.
AP, File)
When asked about the donation, Spade
replied, “Well, I think there’s a lot of people
that are at a lot of different levels of situ-
ations. (New York) is a tough town. It gets
By Mike Cidoni Lennox stressful. And everybody feels like they’re

Associated Press an inch away from a breakdown. It’s very
hard. So, you can’t look down at those
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Just a month people. You just say, ‘Hey! You help each JOURNEY ACROSS AMERICA ... In this Monday, July 9, 2018 photo, James Smith
after funeral services for his sister-in- other out if you can.’” is helped by friends getting his pack on as he leaves from Rutters on Route 30 in
law, comic-actor David Spade was back to York, Pa. Smith quit his job and plans to spend the next five and half months walk-
business, promoting his new movie. But Spade’s new film, the comedy “Father ing across America, hoping to prove that people are basically decent. It began a few
he also offered a few words about his fam- of the Year,” made its Netflix debut Friday. months ago. (Paul Kuehnel/York Daily Record via AP)

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Parade, Games & More At Montpelier’s Balloons Fest

PHOTOS BY ANGI CAMPOS, STAFF

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Lyons 60th Annual Chicken BBQ

July 27 - 28 - 29, 2018

Friday July 27th - Elite DJ - Ellie Herevia
Saturday July 28th - DJ Big Fish

FFA Tractor Pulls - Saturday July 28th - 1pm

Volleyball Tournament - Saturday July 28th

Contact: Chris Ruetz 419-346-3887
Deadline for registration is July 22nd

Softball Tournament - USSSA National Qualifier

Mens & Co-ed / $140.00 per team Chicken Dinners
Drawing July 23 - 7:00 PM at Park starting at 11:00 AM
For more info call: Tonya Lumbrezer 419-467-7816
or Lisa Zimmerman 419-583-9174 Chicken Only - $6.00
Must be present at drawing & must be able to play Friday night.
Dinners - $9.00

NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES BROUGHT INTO PARK!

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Saturday, July 28th
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Alvordton, Ohio Registration starts at 10AM

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chicken dinners starting at noon. Registration for
the event starts at 10AM with plowing beginning at
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THURSDAY JULY 26th

(MIDWAY OPEN 5:00 PM -11:00 PM) SATURDAY JULY 28th

5:00 PM - 9:00 PM – KIDS ZONE OPEN (MIDWAY OPEN 11:00 AM - MIDNIGHT)
Pony Rides, Inflatables, Petting Zoo, Big Wheel Races
11:00 AM – PARADE Starts at the corner of Leggett
5:00 PM UNTIL GONE – PORK CHOP ON A STICK and Fulton and ends on Elm St at Shoop Ave.
Courthouse Lawn
11:30 AM UNTIL GONE - CHICKEN BBQ DINNER
6:00 PM – KIDDIE PARADE South end of Midway to Oak Courthouse Lawn
Street. Line up at 5:15 PM.
2:00 PM - 9:00 PM – KIDS ZONE OPEN
7:15 PM - JIMMY STEWART Acoustic Performer, Main Stage 2:00 PM – JUNIOR/TEEN PAGEANT Main Stage
8:00 PM – QUEEN’S PAGEANT Main Stage 3:00 PM – TANO’S PIZZA EATING CONTEST
8:00 - 11:00 PM – TEEN DANCE 4:00 PM – ICE CARVING DEMONSTRATION -

In the parking lot next to Circle K - Fulton & Elm Street
4:00 PM – WOOD CARVING DEMONSTRATION -
FRIDAY JULY 27th
- Fulton & Elm Street
(MIDWAY OPEN FROM 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM) 5:30 - 11:00 PM - LIVE MUSIC - Main Stage
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Wauseon City Council Grants Tax 165-Year-Old Newspaper Vows
Credit To New Recycling Facility To Publish Despite Office Fire

ing costs will be funded by By: David Jordan dard in 1952 while still in high school. His
the property while the city ASSOCIATED PRESS grandfather owned a funeral home in the
will provide the installation same building as the Standard, and after
labor. WOODSTOCK, Vt. (AP) — A newspaper telling its editor the high school sports
Richardson also an- that has published every week since its coverage was lacking he became the first
nounced that the city-wide founding in 1853 but recently lost its of- sports editor.
fall clean-up will be hosted fice in a fire has vowed it will publish this
September 17-21 from 8 AM week’s issue, too. After a career in the ski industry he
to 8 PM and on Saturday, bought the newspaper in 1980.
September 22 from 8 AM Vermont Standard president and own-
to 4 PM. During that time, er Phil Camp Sr. said Wednesday that Camp said that the community has al-
dumpsters will be avail- production was running one day behind ways been his biggest motivation in run-
able at the Public Works normal schedule but he and his staff felt a ning the Standard, a sentiment echoed by
Department for Wauseon duty to Woodstock, the community where his staff.
residents to drop off excess they live and work.
trash. Richardson also said “The thing that community newspa-
that the pool opening has “On my watch, we’re always going to pers have going for them is that first word:
gone well and a biosolids have a local newspaper,” Camp said. community. This is truly the community’s
handling project at the wa- newspaper,” editor Gareth Henderson
PHOTO BY: CORY JOHNSON, STAFF ter reclamation plant pro- Early Monday morning, a fire tore said. “The community’s a huge part of
gresses. through a building that housed the Stan- what we do, and they’re a big part of why
TAX CREDIT APPLICATION ... Matt Gilroy of the Ful- In other new business, dard’s office, a restaurant and an apart- we’re here.”
ton County Economic Development Corporation pres- council members approved: ment. Woodstock fire Chief David Green
ents the tax credit application to city officials. ● The emergency said the fire started in the restaurant and In turn, the Woodstock community
was being investigated as suspicious. has supported the newspaper. After tropi-
By: Cory Johnson looking around and talking passage of an ordinance cal storm Irene, Camp said, he received a
THE VILLAGE REPORTER to folks,” Gilroy said, add- providing for the issuance This isn’t the first time the Standard, check for $3,000 from a local business-
ing that the tax incentive and sale of $700,000 of which usually publishes on Thursday, has man who said Camp could eventually re-
Cleanlites Recycling will was a factor in the decision notes, in anticipation of been displaced. Its office was destroyed by pay him with advertising space.
soon open their seventh op- to expand to Wauseon. the issuance of bonds, for flooding from tropical storm Irene in 2011,
erations facility in the Unit- the purpose of improving and it survived two fires and a flood earlier Since the fire, Camp has received
ed States located at 715 W. Gilroy also assured the municipal waterworks in its history. emails from 75 people asking how they
Linfoot Street in Wauseon. council members that the system by acquiring, con- could help. Other newspapers in New Eng-
The company has already company does not deal spe- structing, and installing a Assistant editor Virginia Dean said land have asked whether they could lend
purchased the 17 acre plot, cifically in paper and plas- water line and a municipal since 1853 the newspaper has always him their staff or office space. And com-
with room for future devel- tic waste or any other ma- water treatment plant by published. munity members have dropped off food for
opment, and have begun terials that would directly constructing an additional the staff.
renovating the inside of compete with Triangular treatment building and la- “We’ve been through 165 years,” Dean
the former German Village Processing, also on Linfoot goon, acquiring additional said. “We’ve been through tropical storm Jeffrey Kahn, who owns a gift shop in
Products building. Street. This is the first ap- treatment tanks, a high Irene and other fires, and we’ve never not Woodstock and chairs the Board of Village
plication for the Job Cre- sensitive pump,and addi- published. We have that history as a foun- Trustees, is an ardent supporter of the
In the July 16 Wauseon ation Tax Credit program tional piping and making dation, as a motivator.” newspaper.
City Council meeting, Matt received and approved by other necessary improve-
Gilroy, Executive Director city officials in its’ seven- ments. The newspaper’s staff is working out of “Sometimes I put some ads in not ex-
of the Fulton County Eco- year history. ● The emergency Norman Williams Public Library in Wood- pecting it to increase business so much as
nomic Development Corpo- passage of a resolution au- stock, a town of roughly 3,000 residents. to support the Vermont Standard,” Kahn
ration, presented council In department head re- thorizing Mayor Huner to Firefighters salvaged the newspaper’s said.
members with an applica- ports, Police Chief Keith enter into an agreement computers, and the library’s executive di-
tion for the company to ben- Torbet told council mem- rector, Amanda Merk, said its trustees are Camp expressed his disappointment
efit from the city’s Job Cre- bers that the city’s Fourth more than happy to provide the space. that most of the physical record of the
ation Tax Credit program. of July fireworks celebra- newspaper’s history was lost in the fire,
The incentive will credit tion at Biddle Park went Camp said Woodstock once had seven but he and his staff were motivated to
the company with half of smooth. He said parking weekly newspapers but only the Standard carry on the tradition by publishing on
the 1.5 percent city income space filled up about 25 remains. Friday.
tax paid by their employees minutes quicker than what
over a 10 year term. the department anticipated. with ArchiveSocial, Inc. for Camp first began working for the Stan-
“Hopefully when we get all
Headquartered in Ma- the paving done, get some social media records man-
son, Michigan, Cleanlites lines put in there, we can agement.
focuses on recycling air- get some more cars parked, ● The third and final
bags, televisions, lamps but we got them in as many reading of a resolution au-
various electronic compo- as we could,” Torbet said. thorizing the mayor to en-
nents, and business and ter into an agreement with
industrial waste. Gilroy Public Service Direc- TAMCO Capital Corpora-
said they expect to hire 15 tor Dennis Richardson tion for a new phone sys-
employees within their first reported that the pub- tem.
36 months at the Wauseon lic works department will Council members did
location. work on rerouting water not take action on a liquor
lines to accommodate the permit application by S&G
“They’ve been very good Fulton County Health Cen- Stores, LLC. By taking no
to work with; I think they’ll ter’s medical office build- action, the permit is con-
be a nice fit in the Wauseon ing expansion project. sidered approved. It will
community. They’re cer- “We’re gonna take it clear allow the company to sell
tainly taking a building to the southern end of their wine and mixed beverages
that has been underutilized property and do the loop in sealed containers for
and putting it to good use around that way and then carry out at 1200 N. Shoop
… They had quite a few oth- tie into the existing line Ave., the site of the former
er communities that they up near the east corner of Valero gas station.
were considering, but they the addition,”he detailed. The next meeting of the
really liked that building The supply and engineer- Wauseon City Council is
and have been in Wauseon, scheduled to be held on
Monday, August 6 at 5:00
PM in Council Chambers. FIRE ... The office of the Vermont Standard newspaper and other businesses are
shown Tuesday, July, 18, 2018, in Woodstock, Vt., a day after fire destroyed the
Cory may be reached at space. The 165-year-old newspaper will publish its weekly edition only one day
[email protected] late. (AP Photo/David Jordan)

NNA’s Andrew Johnson Urges International Trade Commission To Cease Newsprint Tariffs

National Newspaper Association (NNA) President- pay me much more. supply and grave uncertainties because of this terribly
Elect Andrew S. Johnson, publisher of the Dodge “So what can I do? unfortunate case. It is hard to see how anyone benefits
County (WI) Pionier, yesterday told the International “This is what my colleagues tell me they are doing from this situation. Long-term, the tariffs are devour-
Trade Commission that tariffs on Canadian newsprint ing the customer base for the paper industry. Andrew
had inflicted severe damage upon community news- now: they are freezing all hiring and trying to cut pag- took two valuable days away from his business at a
papers. es or page sizes. If they have dailies publishing seven tough time to do this work for us. In addition, our
days a week now they may drop to four days …. If the Congressional Action Team has devoted hours to help-
Johnson appeared with seven other witnesses to tariffs continue, some publishers say they are consid- ing members of Congress to understand this threat,
oppose 32 percent tariffs assessed against Canadian ering closing newspapers or selling newspapers.” and we have been gratified that several members in
paper producers by the Department of Commerce their testimony yesterday thanked NNA members for
earlier this year. Other witnesses were from Cana- Johnson said his readers were outraged when they educating them on this threat. Many newspaper ex-
dian producers and printers or publishers speaking learned that the federal government was putting their ecutives working individually and through state press
as part of the Stop Tariffs On Printers and Publish- local newspaper in jeopardy. associations have stepped up to help the industry. We
ers (STOPP) coalition. Tampa Bay Times Publisher are indebted to all of you and to NMA for its leadership
Paul Tash joined Johnson as the other newspaper “People in the middle of the country where I live on this issue.”
witness, speaking on behalf of his newspaper and the want trade laws that strengthen our communities. The
News Media Alliance. NMA has been the organizer and newsprint tariffs do much more harm than good.” In addition to the STOPP coalition witnesses, the
manager of the coalition, of which NNA is a member, ITC heard from 19 members of Congress who ap-
with Printing Industries of America and a large group NorPac has claimed that unfair trade practices peared to urge the commission to examine the injury
of businesses and associations that use or produce caused it to shut down one of its three paper-making to U.S. newspapers. Typically, trade law cases do not
newsprint. machines last year and that Canadian competition automatically require analysis of the impact of sanc-
forces prices too low for it to fairly compete. Other pa- tions upon consumers and downstream users, but
Yesterday’s hearing occurred near the end of a dual per makers, however, said NorPac’s mill suffered from both members of Congress and opponents of the tariff
federal agency examination of the impact of Canadian an environmental problem that curtailed production said this case was unusual in its threat to domestic
paper upon U.S. producers of various types of un- and that in fact it was U.S. producers who were cut- jobs and civic engagement through newspapers.
coated groundwood paper, which includes newsprint. ting prices in a competitive market as overall demand
A complaint of unfair trade competition was brought for newsprint shrinks. Commission staff said the appearance of such a
last year by NorPac, a Washington State newsprint large cohort of Congressional witnesses was uncom-
producer that was purchased recently by a New York Tash said the tariffs were putting newspapers like mon in ITC cases.
investment firm. A decision by ITC is due in mid-Au- his into serious trouble.
gust and a final determination by the Department of Appearing at the hearing, in order, were:
Commerce on the level of tariffs, if any, will be in Sep- “At many local newspapers, the water is already at • Sen. Susan Collins, Maine
tember. our chins, and these tariffs will push it higher …. Al- • Sen. Johnny Isakson, Georgia
ready this year, we laid off 50 employees, including • Sen. Roger Wicker, Mississippi
Johnson said increases in printing and production some veteran reporters and editors. Newspapers are • Sen. Angus King, Maine
prices had already caused him to reduce staff, shrink hurting and our pain will spread inevitably to our sup- • Rep. Jim Cooper, 5th District, Tennessee
his newspaper’s page size and shutter one office to pliers. Very soon, these tariffs will start harming the • Rep. Danny Davis, 7th District, Illinois
public access. He discounted speculation in news very companies they are supposed to protect. That is • Rep. Brian Higgins, 26th District, New York
reports that the Commerce Department may believe why almost every American newsprint manufacturer • Rep. Bill Flores, 17th District, Texas
newspapers can simply raise the price of subscrip- is opposed them. It’s not clear to me why this case was • Rep. Chuck Fleischmann, 3rd District, Tennessee
tions to recoup the tariff costs. launched, but I do hope the commission will bring it • Rep. David McKinley, 1st District, West Virginia
to an end,” he said. • Rep. John Moolenaar, 4th District, Michigan
He said: “Absorbing major cost increases is not as • Rep. Bruce Poliquin, 2nd District, Maine
simple as marking up the price of a can of soup. We NNA President Susan Rowell, publisher of the Lan- • Rep. David Trott, 11th District, Michigan
print our newspaper for our readers, but readers do caster (SC) News, said NNA had also written the ITC • Rep. Robert Aderholt, 4th District, Alabama
not pay the primary cost of producing a newspaper. to urge relief from the tariffs, explaining why the trade • Rep. Phil Roe, 1st District, Tennessee
Our operating cash comes from local business ad- sanctions would inevitably destroy the customers of • Sen. Doug Jones, Alabama
vertisers …. Expecting my advertisers to pay more is the very newsprint plants that NorPac said it was try- • Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers, 5th District, Wash-
tough. First, they may be dealing with their own rising ing to protect. She thanked Johnson for his work, and ington
newsprint costs if they print their own ads for inser- complimented NNA members on their vigorous advo- • Sen. Robert Casey, Pennsylvania;
tion into my paper. Second, I face advertising competi- cacy on the issue. • Rep. Ralph Norman, 5th District, South Carolina
tion from Facebook and Google. (Advertisers) cannot
“The existential threat from these tariffs has mobi-
lized our industry like nothing I have seen in my news-
paper career,” she said. “We are experiencing histori-
cally high increases in production costs, shortages of

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David Benner Sworn In As Newest Local Families Celebrate
Member Of Stryker Village Council Five Generations

By: Rebecca Miller Committee List has been updated: Ser- PHOTO PROVIDED
THE VILLAGE REPORTER vice Committee - Lana Tompkins, Vicki
Cameron and Dave Benner, Safety Com- BELL FAMILY ... Five Generations for the Bell family of Stryker, Ohio. Patriarch and
Stryker Village Council met at a spe- mittee -Brook Oberlin, Rex Blevins and Matriarch are Kenneth and Helen Bell, 2nd generation, Randy Bell, 3rd generation,
cial meeting on June 18 and made of- Dave Benner, Finance Committee - Lee Shannon (Bell) Sprague, 4th generation, David Bell, 5th generation, Adalynn Bell.
ficial the resignation of Councilman Armstrong, Brook Oberlin and Vicki
Robert Sperling as well as giving their Cameron, Health Committee - Dave
approval to two resolutions which could Benner, Lee Armstrong and Lana Tomp-
not be passed at the June 11 regular kins, Welfare Committee - Rex Blevins,
meeting due to lack of a quorum. Brook Oberlin and Lana Tompkins,
Judiciary Committee - Vicki Cameron,
Councilman Lee Armstrong was cho- Rex Blevins and Lee Armstrong, Re-
sen by council to step into the position cords Commission - Mayor, Solicitor,
of President of Council for 2018. They President of Council, Fiscal Officer and
also put out a notice that they were Citizen Patsy Mealer, Planning/Zoning
seeking to fill the vacant council seat by Commission - Rex Blevins, Terri Wool-
accepting letters of interest at the Village ace, Mayor Beck, Jason Leupp and Pat-
Hall until July 6. At the July 9 meeting, sy Mealer.
council heard from two gentlemen who
had shown an interest in serving the vil- Police Chief Schlosser informed
lage, David Benner and Shawn Ingram. Council that Adrian Brown and Jared
Sanchez are doing well and will be offi-
Each man was given the opportu- cially on the force by the end of July. He
nity to share why they felt they would is extremely satisfied with their training.
be good for the position and in which He commented sadly on the “Fatal acci-
council and the mayor asked them a few dent this morning at 191 and 6. Adrian
questions. Shawn Ingram who is lead had quite an experience and did well. He
pastor at First Baptist Church has been asked everyone to keep the families of
in Stryker for three years and said he the two drivers in their thoughts.”
believes the church should be more in-
volved in the community. Mayor Beck told council that the
Land Bank has listed 213 West Church
As he is looking for ways to be in- street for sale and said that he is hop-
volved, he saw the notice and decided ing it gets purchased by someone who
this is an opportunity to help. Benner wants to live in Stryker.
has been a resident since 1987 and en-
joys living in Stryker. He shared that he Village Clerk Beth Rediger asked
feels it is time for him to give back to Council to sign a letter for her to apply for
the town. a treasurers training scholarship of $150
for her to take the class. Total cost is $330
Following an Executive Session and council informed her that should she
to discuss the candidates the Mayor not get the scholarship, they want to pay
thanked both for stepping up and for for the class so that she can go.
their willingness to do the work. Presi-
dent Lee Armstrong said they are both Rediger also informed them that it is
strong, and the council chose Mr. Ben- much needed to have a records commis-
ner at this time and “we want Mr. In- sion meeting before next meeting. There
gram to please run when there are two is a need to approve all the sorted re-
openings in the next election.” cords she has done and have them de-
stroyed. About 10 containers hold 30
When opportunity was given for visi- years of records she has had to sort
tors to comment, local citizens, Carlos through.
and Nora Reyes shared their concern
about “the big mess on East Curtis Council member Rex Blevins,asked if
street.” Mayor Beck said that part of the anyone uses the tennis court at Town-
reason the tree removal had not been ship Park and said he thinks it would
cleaned up is because of the holiday. In be great to turn it into a splash park for
later business, it was pointed out that kids. Mayor said that is a question for
the company who is doing the clean up the Springfield Township Park Board.
will begin again soon. The meeting adjourned at the 6:55 PM.

Beck pointed out that due to the un- Rebecca can be reached at
settled council since January, the new [email protected]

PHOTO PROVIDED

BARNUM FAMILY ... Matriarch is Mary Lou Barnum, 2nd generation is Laurie (Bar-
num) Bell, 3rd generation is Shannon (Bell) Sprague, 4th generation is David Bell,
5th generation is Adalynn Bell.

PHOTO BY REBECCA MILLER, STAFF Bear Cub Burned By Colorado
Wildfire Healing, Gaining Weight
SWEARING IN ... Stryker resident David Benner was sworn in as the new council
member to replace Robert Sperling, due to his resignation. Sperling stepped down
as the controversy over whether his job as Assistant Fire Chief is in conflict with his
position on the council, started to cause less work to be done. He is hoping to be on
council again sometime. Meanwhile, Council chose Benner to complete their group.

Four County Career Center Readies
For 2018-2019 School Year

Students registered to attend Four information table in the multi-purpose
County Career Center this Fall can pick room to distribute packets and answer
up their schedules and other important questions. Students who wish to locate
2018-2019 school information during their classrooms and career labs may do
Packet Pick-Up Days at Four County so on these days.
Career Center on August 1 and 7. Fall classes begin Wednesday, Au-
Students may also pay their school gust 15, 2018 for all students. Classes
fees, pick up their technology device and start at 8:45 a.m. at the Career Center.
check on uniform orders at this time. For more information about Packet
Packet Pick-Up hours are from 10:00 Pick-Up Days, call the Student Services
a.m. to 6:00 p.m. both days. Student Office at 1-800-589-3334, Ext. 2701.
Services staff members will be at an In this June 27, 2018 file photo provided by Colorado Parks and Wildlife, a female
bear cub lies on a table with bandages on her burned paws in Del Norte, Colo. The
West Unity Register Opposition cub was rescued from a wildfire north of Durango, Colo., after being spotted by
firefighters. Officials said Friday, July 20, 2018, that the cub is healing and began
tearing off her bandages once she started feeling better. (Joe Lewandowski/ Colo-
rado Parks and Wildlife via AP, File)
To Water Removal Plan

DENVER (AP) — An orphaned bear at a rehabilitation center.
By James Pruitt plores the state to hold public hearings cub burned by a Colorado wildfire is In a statement from Colorado Parks
THE VILLAGE REPORTER first before allowing the plan to proceed. healing and gaining weight.
In other news, the village is continu- Wildlife officials said Friday that the and Wildlife, veterinary technician Mi-
West Unity became one of the first ing to revamp its personnel policies and bear no longer has to wear bandages on chael Sirochman said the bear began
communities to voice its opposition to procedures book. her feet, which were severely burned by pulling off her bandages about two
a Pioneer man’s proposal to pump mil- Steve Marvin helped change the flames north of Durango last month. weeks after she was rescued as she be-
lions of gallons of water and sell it to lights at the Kissel Building to LED. The cub has more than doubled in gan to feel better.
Henry County communities.
James may be reached at size, to 26 pounds (12 kilograms), since Officials plan to return the cubs to
The council approved the resolution [email protected] firefighters spotted her. And she’s left the wild as they hibernate this winter,
unanimously July 12. The resolution her cage to live in a pen with other cubs allowing them to wake up there in the
states the village’s opposition and im- spring.

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Wauseon Ministerial Association Churches Family Of Kaleb McLaughlin Enjoy
To Hold 2nd Annual Loaves & Fishes Day Special Night With The Toledo Mud Hens

Just as the bible tells the story of Je- clude socks, school backpacks, school On July 11th, as a Thank You to the ender received the honor of throwing out
sus multiplying 5 loaves and 2 fish in supplies, baby diapers/wipes, laun- family of Kaleb McLaughlin, for their on- the first pitch. Rachel described the night
order to feed thousands, local churches dry soap, vouchers for winter coats, going efforts to promote tissue and organ as an awesome and fun experience. She
in the Wauseon School District are com- toilet paper, bandaids/first aid crème, donation, Life Connections of Ohio pro- added the family was greatly appreciative
ing together to multiply their effective- toothbrushes/toothpaste, Kleenex and vided a special night at a Mud Hens game. for the opportunity provided by Life Con-
ness in helping others in their commu- foot powder. There will also be a booth Rachel Oxender, sister to Kaleb, along nections and the Mud Hens. Kaleb’s fami-
nity. Last year over 130 people received with nurses, from various congrega- with nephews Carter Oxender and Liam ly hopes that by sharing his story they can
assistance at this event and prepara- tions, who will take blood pressure and McLaughlin had the privilege of delivering encourage more people decide to become
tions are underway to serve even more check glucose for those who interested. the Mud Hens lineup card to the umpires registered donors and give others a second
this year. Free haircuts will be available from area and coaches. chance at life.
church members who are affiliated with
On Wednesday, August 1 from 5:00 the Four County Cosmetology School. Prior to the start of the game, Kevin Ox-
– 7:00 p.m. at Wauseon Primary School
on East Leggett Street, Wauseon, ap- Participating churches this year in-
proximately one dozen local congrega- clude Trinity Lutheran Church, St.
tions will offer a variety of items to help Caspar’s Catholic Church and Knights
individuals and families in need. People of Columbus organization, First Chris-
can register that day to receive this free tian Church, Christ United Methodist
assistance by showing an I.D. (driver’s Church, Church of the Master, True
license, birth certificate, custody pa- North, Congregational Church, Em-
pers, insurance card) for each member maus Lutheran Church and Crossroads.
of their family, PLUS a Medicaid card, A special thank you to the Wauseon
WIC card, Food Stamp card or other pa- School District for use of the Primary
perwork showing need. Childcare will School Building and to FISH for assist-
be available while adults are collecting ing with breakfast items to distribute.
items.
The Wauseon Ministerial Associa-
Each church will feature something tion (WMA) hopes to continue Loaves &
different to be shared. The Knights of Fishes as an annual event to serve those
Columbus will offer a free hotdog meal of all ages in our community. For infor-
while people are waiting in line. Once mation contact the WMA president: Rev.
inside the school they will register Julie Parsell, Trinity Lutheran Church
and then enter the gym to visit all the at 335-5651.
church booths. Items available will in-

Ohio Legislative Leaders, Farmers:
Cancel Kasich Algae Order

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Farmers the Ohio Soil and Water Conservation
and state lawmakers are urging Repub- Commission votes on whether to direct
lican Gov. John Kasich (KAY’-sik) to re- Kasich’s agriculture director to declare
scind last week’s executive order inten- eight watersheds in distress. A posi-
sifying Ohio’s efforts to fight toxic algal tive vote Thursday could force farmers
blooms in Lake Erie. to change how they manage fertilizer
and manure runoff that’s feeding the
WCMH-TV reports that House Speak- blooms.
er Ryan Smith, a fellow Republican, said
Wednesday he’s disappointed such a Kasich’s spokesman said the inde-
major policy directive side-stepped the pendent commission will make its dis-
legislative process. House Agriculture tress determinations based on “indis-
Chairman Brian Hill, a Zanesville Re- putable science.”
publican, said Kasich’s directive will af-
fect some 6,000 Ohio farmers. Information from: WCMH-TV, http://
www.nbc4i.com
Their statements came a day before

Indiana’s June Jobless Rate
Edges Higher To 3.3 Percent

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indiana’s un- equal to the national rate, the state’s
employment rate edged higher in June unemployment rate has been below the
from May. U.S. rate for more than four years.

The Indiana Department of Work- Indiana’s labor force had a net in-
force Development said Friday the rate crease of more than 14,950 over the
was 3.3 percent, up from 3.2 percent in previous month, which was a result of
May. It follows three months where the more than 3,785 unemployed residents
rate was steady. no longer seeking employment and a
more than 11,150 increase in residents
The state’s rate remained below the employed. Indiana’s total labor force is
national rate of 4 percent. With the ex- 3.3 million.
ception of October 2014, when it was

‘Jeopardy!’ Winner From Adrian, Michigan
Gets Probation For Sneaking Into Emails

ADRIAN, Mich. (AP) — A seven-time Jass’ seven-episode “Jeopardy!” win-
“Jeopardy!” winner who taught history ning streak in 2012 was a record at the
at a Michigan college was put on pro- time for a female contestant. In 2014,
bation Friday for going into the email Jass performed at Croswell Opera House
accounts of professors, administrators in Adrian, singing songs and sharing
and students. stories about the TV game show.

“I am sorry for all the pain I have Another professor who blew the whis-
caused,” said Stephanie Jass, 48, who tle on Jass told police she believed Jass
must return to court after serving a year was downloading emails to gain leverage
of probation for unauthorized computer over others.
access.
College president Jeffrey Docking
Police said Jass logged into other spoke in court. He said he thought of
email accounts without permission over his communications with family when
a four-day period after Adrian College he learned Jass had gained access to
reset passwords and assigned everyone his email.
the same temporary password. She had
a document that listed “comments and “In the midst of this whole thing, in
problems” of faculty members. my opinion, we’ve wasted over $16,000
in attorney fees that could’ve gone to
“Nations fear this type of behavior,” those kids in scholarship support,”
Lenawee County Judge Margaret Noe Docking said.
said. “I can’t even imagine the level of
the college’s embarrass-
ment.”

Students
Receive
Degrees at
Miami
University
Spring
Commencement

OXFORD, OH
(07/20/2018)-- Miami
University awarded de-
grees to students during
spring commencement ex-
ercises Saturday May 19,
2018, at Millett Hall.
Local students receiv-
ing degrees were: Jacob
Carpenter of Alvordton,
Hunter Clingaman of
Stryker and Donald Haya-
ti of Wauseon.

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Thousands Rally In Ohio For Solution To Pension Crisis

Nov. 6. He faces Republican U.S. Rep. Jim Renacci, of Wadsworth.
Brown said that if a solution isn’t found, affected retirees will face pension benefit

cuts of up to 70 percent, and that many Ohio small businesses will be badly damaged,
or even go bankrupt, because of being unable to meet their pension liability.

“After all of that devastation, all of those lives upended, taxpayers will still be on the
hook for tens of billions of dollars to prop up the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corpora-
tion,” he said.

The Congressional Budget Office estimates the cost of backing the corporation’s
debts, should it fail, at $101 billion over 20 years.

Brown said legislation he has proposed has been vetted by actuarial experts and
could work to resolve the looming problem. Dubbed the Butch Lewis Act, it would create
a loan program for retirees. But Brown said he remains open to bipartisan compromise.

Congressional Republicans have not yet come to agreement on supporting the bill,
but the crisis is a growing concern to both parties, as well as to the Chamber of Com-
merce and other business groups.

5 Years After Declaring
Bankruptcy, Detroit Reborn At A Cost

SHOWING SUPPORT ... People cheer while appearing in support of pensions during
a rally at the Ohio Statehouse in Columbus, Ohio, Thursday, July 12, 2018. The
nation’s burgeoning pension crisis has spurred thousands of workers and retirees
to rally in Ohio’s capital. Unionized coal and steel miners, teamsters, bakers, to-
bacco workers and others filled the lawn and steps of the Ohio Statehouse a day
ahead of a congressional field hearing on the issue. (Brooke LaValley/The Colum-
bus Dispatch via AP)

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The house. Food on the table. Survival. BOUNCING BACK ... In this July 11, 2018 photo, James Murphy, left, and Bryan
Those are some of the ways workers and retirees who demonstrated in Ohio’s capital Knoche work the counter at Fred’s Key Shop in Midtown Detroit. Five years after
Thursday described the pension payments they are fighting to protect. Detroit filed for the largest municipal bankruptcy in U.S. history, Knoche says the
“It’s everything, mostly, because you worked all of them years,” said Duane Ross, 61, small, family-owned locksmith business is “busier than ever” because more people
of Cadiz, who spent 30 years in the mines. are moving into the area. (AP Photo/Corey Williams)
Ross was among thousands of unionized coal miners, iron workers, teamsters, bak-
ers, tobacco workers, millers and others who descended on the Ohio Statehouse to By: Corey Williams forced to follow a strict spending plan
rally ahead of a congressional field hearing in Columbus. They brandished signs saying Associated Press and has been able to build cash surplus-
“Save Our Pensions” and wore T-shirts that reminded politicians, “We Are Everywhere.” es while posting three consecutive years
At issue are the financial effects on retirees, workers, small businesses and taxpay- DETROIT (AP) — It’s been five years of balanced budgets.
ers of the potential failure of pension plans guaranteed by the federal government. since Detroit bottomed out after decades
“We’re not asking for a handout from the government. We’re asking for a loan,” said of decline, admitting in the largest U.S. Weeks after Detroit was released from
retiree Al Hall, 78, who rode in overnight by bus from Illinois. “They bailed out all of the municipal bankruptcy filing ever that active state oversight, Moody’s Investors
other companies. They should bail us out, too.” the country’s one-time industrial engine Service upgraded the city’s credit rating
Ohio’s two U.S. senators — Democrat Sherrod Brown and Republican Rob Portman could no longer pay its bills. this spring — the third upgrade in less
— will chair Friday’s hearing of the House and Senate Joint Select Committee on Pen- than three years.
sions. Brown championed creation of the committee and calls the fifth public meeting The turnaround since then has been
in Ohio perhaps its most important to date. remarkable, with major investments “Since Detroit came out of bankrupt-
“What Washington doesn’t always understand is that these folks sat at the negotiat- that have brought new jobs, the rebirth cy, there have been billions of dollars
ing table; they gave up wages over the last several decades today so that they’d have re- of neighborhoods whose best days were spent in Detroit,” McTevia said. “People
tirement security in the future,” Brown said in a weekly call with reporters Wednesday. half a century ago and the restoration of that were once fearful in investing in the
Some 60,000 workers in Ohio and 1.3 million nationally are facing deep pension street cleaning and lighting — services city just fell over themselves to invest in
benefit cuts unless shortfalls are addressed in multi-employer pension plans guaran- so basic yet important to a sense of com- Detroit. If you go to Detroit now, it’s a
teed by the federal government. Current workers also would lose benefits toward which munity. It also cost some people more different city than it was five years ago. It
they’ve been contributing. than others. has a different image and it is a vibrant
The Teamsters’ Central States Pension Fund faces unfunded liability of $17.2 billion, city.”
the largest among the funds. Other threatened pension plans face a combined $19.2 Jean Estell, 65, worked about three
billion shortfall. More than 300 such plans across the country are at risk of insolvency. decades in Detroit’s recreation and pub- At Fred’s Key Shop, a family-owned
The pensions committee has been tasked with coming up with a solution by Novem- lic works departments before retiring in Midtown locksmith that has been in
ber that Congress could vote on before the end of the year. Brown is up for re-election 2004. Like other retirees, she lost part of business for more than 50 years, work-
her pension and all of her retiree health ers have seen the change. Fred’s is a
US Industrial Production coverage in the bankruptcy settlement few blocks from a year-old profession-
Rebounds 0.6 Percent In June with creditors, and she’s worried about al hockey and basketball arena and a
being left behind in this new Detroit. planned commercial, residential and en-
By: Paul Wiseman The U.S. economy shows signs of tertainment district.
AP ECONOMICS WRITER strength strong. Growth clocked in at “I’m glad we’re doing better. I want us
a lackluster 2 percent annual pace to do better,” Estell said of the city. “But “We’re busier than ever,” said office
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. indus- from January through March, but is it looks like somewhere or other they can manager Bryan Knoche. “More people
trial production rebounded last month expected to hit 4 percent growth in the find some money and give us our money are moving into Midtown and that means
after being dragged down in May by a April-June period, helped by tax cuts. back. At least some of it.” more business to be had. There also
fire at an auto parts plant. Unemployment is at 4 percent, con- weren’t fancy restaurants five years ago.
sistent with what economists consider Before the bankruptcy settlement, There’s definitely a lot of money coming
The Federal Reserve said Tuesday full employment. she received about $2,300 per month. into the area and people coming in from
that industrial production — which in- Estell said she gets about $63 less per New York and L.A.”
cludes output at factories, mines and But the economy could face ob- month from her pension and now has
utilities — climbed 0.6 percent in June, stacles. The United States and China to pay for her own health care. Prescrip- So far, such opportunities have elud-
recovering from a 0.5 percent drop in — the world’s two largest economies — tion co-pays that once were $3 now are ed former Detroit business owner Steve
May. The May reading was warped by are locked in a trade war over Ameri- $25 for some of the roughly eight medi- Brown.
a fire at a Michigan parts factory that can complaints that Chinese compa- cations she takes, and her doctor visits
disrupted production of Ford Motor’s nies steal trade secrets and force U.S. cost more, too. Brown, 58, said he once had 15 em-
F-series pickup trucks, America’s best- firms to hand over technology in return ployees and contracted with Detroit to
selling vehicle. for market access. President Donald “I don’t go as often as I should. You help repair streets. Now he works for his
Trump has threatened to impose tariffs get sick and you suffer through it,” she father’s trucking company.
American industry continues to on up to $550 billion in Chinese goods. said.
look healthy despite trade conflicts That could raise prices for consum- The contract and the bulk of his work
with China, Europe and Canada and a ers and disrupt manufacturing supply Given where Detroit stood five years ended after the city entered bankruptcy.
rising dollar that makes U.S. products chains. ago, things could be worse for the city’s Brown said he considered switching over
more expensive abroad. roughly 670,000 residents, including to demolition work, but had trouble get-
Trump also enraged U.S. allies like current and former city workers affected ting a loan to buy the equipment.
Factory production rose 0.8 percent the European Union and Canada by by the settlement, said James McTe-
last month after falling 1 percent in slapping tariffs on imported steel and via, a turnaround expert and managing “I didn’t have enough funds to get
May. Mining output increased 1.2 per- aluminum. He is threatening to target member of McTevia & Associates in sub- started like I wanted to,” he said.
cent in June, its fifth straight monthly auto imports next. urban Detroit.
gain, on increased production by oil Some parts of the city, like downtown
and gas companies. Meanwhile, the dollar is up nearly 6 “Before Detroit sought the protec- and the Midtown cultural district, had
percent against other major currencies tion of the courts to resolve its finan- been on the upswing before the bank-
Utility production dropped 1.5 per- since mid-April. cial problems, the citizens — who are ruptcy filing but many broken neighbor-
cent. the real people that count — were in a hoods still suffered. Savings from the
lot worse shape than they are now,” he bankruptcy has allowed Detroit to spend
PRODUCTION INCREASE ... In this July 11, 2018, file photo a worker assembles said. “Before the bankruptcy, the citi- more to improve quality of life. Street
interior cabinets for a boat at Regal Marine Industries in Orlando, Fla. On Tuesday, zens were not getting the services they sweeping resumed last year, and De-
July 17, the Federal Reserve reports on U.S. industrial production for June. (AP deserved. They were having trouble with troit has thousands of new street lights.
Photo/John Raoux, File) water, sewer, garbage, feeling secure.” Police and paramedics show up more
quickly when 911 is called.
Indeed, when state-appointed emer-
gency manager Kevyn Orr filed for Chap- Investors are building hundreds of
ter 9 protection for Detroit on July 18, apartments, condominiums and homes
2013, residential streets hadn’t been in and around the downtown area. The
swept in about three years and the city city, along with philanthropies and non-
was well on its way to tearing down profits, is fixing up older homes.
thousands of homes abandoned during
the exodus of more than a million people There’s still room for improvement.
that began in the 1950s. Alice Holland, who lives in Bright-
moor, said crews cut the high grass in
With its tax base decimated, Detroit’s vacant lots but don’t clear enough of the
faced $14 billion in long-term debt and a illegally dumped trash from the neigh-
$327 million budget deficit in 2013. City borhood, which clogs drains and causes
workers, including police and firefight- streets to flood during strong storms.
ers, had their pay cut. Employees were “You’ll see me ... taking my stick and
forced to take unpaid days off. cleaning out the drains,” she said. “I like
the city and what’s going on. You can fix
Detroit emerged from bankruptcy in up downtown, but fix up the neighbor-
December 2014, having restructured or hoods, too.”
wiped out $7 billion in debt. The city was Follow Corey Williams on Twitter:
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Library News

Back To School Kick-Off Fundraiser Create A Sun Catcher
At Stryker Branch Library

At Edon Branch LibraryBack to school night can be stressful. Free will donations will benefit ongoing
Save yourself some work by stopping in programs and upgrades to the Stryker
at the Stryker Branch Library for a sau- Library building. What a great way to The Edon Branch Library will be or mother and daughter project! This
sage and ice cream meal, before or after support a well-loved service in our com- holding a crafting class, for ages 8 and FREE class is limited to 15 participants,
visiting Stryker’s back to school open munity! Food will be served on the lawn, older, where participants can create so you must register to attend. Refresh-
house. This “Back to School Kick-off on Wednesday, August 15th from 4:00 their own sun catcher! Held on Monday, ments will be provided by the library.
Fundraiser” is organized by the Friends to 6:30 pm. We hope to see you there! August 20 at 5:30 pm, instructor Deb The Edon Branch Library is located
of the Stryker Branch Library and will The Stryker Branch Library is located Ridgway will guide attendants through at 105 S. Michigan Street. For more in-
proudly serve sausage donated by Rusty at 304 South Defiance Street. For more the steps to make a beautiful wire and formation, contact Cyndi Jewell at 419-
and Sue Gobel along with ice-cream. information, please contact Connie Ae- bead sun catcher. 272-2839.
Other menu items will include, hot schliman at 419-682-5081.
dogs, chips and homemade cookies. This is the perfect girls’ night out,

Final Party With “Drummunity” For Solve “The Case Of Vinny Vision”
All Ages At Swanton Public Library At Edgerton Branch Library
Kids of all ages are invited to solve “The Case of Vinny Vision” at the Edgerton
On Tuesday, July 31 at 10:30 am, all mer reading are due by 10:30 the same Branch Library! Held on Tuesday, August 07 at 2:00 pm, this Realeyes program will
ages are invited to celebrate the end of morning. The Grand Prize Drawing for have participants helping Dr. Yahraus, of Northwest Ohio Vision Center, to solve
the library’s summer reading program all who either finished the reading goal the mystery of suspect Vinny Vision. Is Vinny Vision guilty? Find the answers in
with Drummunity! Come make some or attended the final party will conclude optical illusion puzzles to crack the case! Concepts presented include eye safety,
(LOUD) music with Lori and join a drum the party. Don’t miss it! the vision process, symptoms of eye disorders, and the importance of eye exams.
and percussion circle full of interactive For more information call 419- This event is FREE to attend.
musical activities built for the entire 826-2760, visit the library’s website The Edgerton Branch Library is located at 319 North Michigan Avenue. For more
audience. Banging on drums, shaking at http://www.swantonpubliclibrary. information, please contact Shanea Herman at (419) 298-3230.
bells, and more! org or visit the library at 305 Chestnut
Children’s reading logs for sum- Street in Swanton. “Bingo For Books” At The
Edgerton Branch Library
Montpelier Public Library’s
Book Discussion Group On Friday, August 17 the Edgerton ister as the number of participants is

The Montpelier Public Library invites tional “just for fun” book called The Branch Library will be holding “Bingo limited.
you to come to their Book Discussion Hideaway by Lauren K. Denton. The for Books” from 3:30 to 4:30 pm. Win- The Edgerton Branch Library is lo-
Group each month. In August, the dis- Hideaway is a debut novel written in a ners who get a Bingo get to choose a free
cussion groups will meet at the library great tradition of southern storytelling NEW book! This event is open to school- cated at 319 North Michigan Avenue.
on August 13 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. and and is an exploration of family, friend- aged children, and you must pre-reg- For more information or to sign up,
please call the library at 419-298-3230.

August 14 from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. This ship, and the meaning of home. Edgerton Branch Library
month’s selection is I Will Send Rain is Copies of the book are available at
a tenderly rendered novel of a woman
the circulation desk of the library. For
fighting for her family’s survival in the
early years of the Dust Bowl written by

Peppermint Essential Oils Classthe acclaimed and award-winning Rae
more information, call the library at
419-485-3287. The Montpelier Public
Library is located at 216 East Main St.
Meadows. Montpelier. We look forward to having
This month we have added an op- you join in our discussion! Adults are invited to attend the “One is a FREE program, but you must pre-
Drop at a Time Essential Oils Class” at register to attend.
August Adult Programs At Edgerton Branch Library on Tuesday, The Edgerton Branch Library is lo-
August 28 at 1:00 pm. Come and learn cated at 319 North Michigan Avenue.
about the benefits of using peppermint For more information, please contact
as an essential oil! Participants will take Shanea Herman at (419) 298-3230.
Swanton Public Library home a sample of an essential oil. This

August Yoga Schedule on Thursday, August 9th at 6:30pm.
Mixed Level Hatha Yoga I & II will be August’s title will be The Girl Who Wrote
held on Mondays, 6th, 13th, and 27th in Silk by Kelli Estes. Copies are flying
from 10:15am to 11:45am. These ses-
sions are slightly more advanced, pro- 9 Animals Dead After Jaguaroff the shelves, so stop in today to re-
viding an opportunity to expand partici- serve your copy before they’re gone!
pants’ skill levels. Class fee is $10 per Escape At New Orleans Zoo
session. August Card Making: Country Life
Hatha Yoga Basics will be offered on August’s card making class will be
Thursdays, 2nd, 9th, and 30th from held on August 16th in the Community By:Stacey Plaisance & Kevin McGill cape,” a Monday afternoon zoo news re-
10:15 am to 11:45 am. Class fee is by Room from 6:30-8:00pm. This month’s ASSOCIATED PRESS lease said. “This is our initial finding, but
donation, proceeds benefit the library. we are still doing an investigation.”
Chair Yoga will be offered on Thurs- theme is country life! Class fee is $6.00 NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A little girl’s
days, 2nd, 9th, and 30th from 2:00pm (for three cards) and all supplies are teary-eyed self-portrait, stuffed toys and The zoo never opened Saturday. Large
to 3:00pm. Class fee is by donation, pro- provided for you. Children 8 and older a stick of taffy from a local street vendor, crowds were on hand for Sunday’s reopen-
ceeds benefit the library. are welcome accompanied by an adult. were among the items left at the entrance ing — with the jaguar exhibit closed in-
Call or stop in to register today! to the Audubon Zoo in New Orleans on definitely.
Pressure Canner Testing
and Canning Q&A Monday’s visitors seemed, at most,
Monday — a makeshift memorial for nine only mildly concerned for their safety.
Are you trying to learn to preserve animals killed by a jaguar that escaped its “When you have predators, it’s going
your farmer’s market haul or your hard- Food Smarts with Mary to happen,” said Quinn Thacker, a tourist
earned garden produce? Are you feeling Join Mary Foster for a free class on enclosure two days earlier.
overwhelmed and unsure of where to how to preserve your hard-earned pro- Zoo officials announced the ninth ani- from Woodbridge, Virginia. “But it’s kind
start? Join Melissa from the Fulton Co. duce and cut down on food waste, even mal death Monday: a wounded fox named of scary that it did.”
OSU Extension Office to learn about wa- if you have no way to can your fruits Rusty. “We heard about the incident, but we
ter bath and pressure canning methods and veggies. No people were injured when Valerio, a
on August 1st 1:00-3:00pm! For any- Stop by the Swanton Public Library 3-year-old male jaguar, escaped Saturday figured that it would be safer than less
one without questions, stop in and have morning before the zoo’s scheduled open- safe today, because they definitely don’t
your pressure canner tested! There is a on August 28th from 4:30-6:00pm and ing. The big cat was captured within an want this to happen again,” said J.J. Bol,
$5 fee for canner testing, but the Q&A learn how to avoid unfortunate surpris- hour. But the eventual animal death toll a visitor from Houston.
is free. Stop in, call, or visit us online to es in the back of the crisper and pantry! was three foxes, five alpacas and an emu.
register! Registration is not required, but strong- “So, we’re going to just go have a good
ly suggested—call, stop in, or visit our Grief counseling was provided for zoo time, right?” he added, laughing.
Canvas Painting With Donna Mills: website to register. staff and officials encouraged the offering
Beach Scene of notes at the zoo’s entrance. In a Monday afternoon news release
the zoo said officials have examined the
Kicking off the tail end of summer, Audubon’s other large carnivore exhibits
join Donna in the Children’s Room for The words “We are very sorry” were and found “nothing of concern.”
a landscape painting class. On August Writers Club Announcement: scrawled on the child’s drawing. “Our jaguars are being housed behind
8th from 5:00-8:00pm Donna will teach The Writers Club meeting at the Swan- How Valerio escaped remained under the scenes in a secure night house until
everyone how to paint a relaxing beach ton Public Library is cancelled until fur- investigation. our investigation has concluded and re-
scene. All supplies provided. Class fee ther notice. We hope to host the next “Our initial findings have pointed to the pairs are made,” the statement said. “We
is $25 per person and registration is re- meeting in September, so stay tuned for break in the stainless steel cable barrier do not currently have a timeline of when
quired. further news! on the roof of the exhibit that potentially the exhibit will reopen.”
allowed enough space for the jaguar to es-
Adult Book Club
Our Adult Book Club will meet next Ongoing Programs
Come and join the chess group on
Wednesday evenings at 6:00pm or Sat-
urday afternoons at 1:00 pm. Players
of all skill levels are invited. Also join
us for our monthly knitting group on
Wednesday, August 8th and 22nd from
6:30-8:00pm—no experience required
and all are welcome.

“The Breakfast Club” At

The Edgerton Branch Library

The Edgerton Branch Library in- with the 4th/5th grade teachers of Edg- ATTACK ... Visitors stop at the Jaguar Jungle exhibit at the Audubon Zoo in New
vites 4th and 5th graders to join “The erton school to make this possible. “The Orleans, Monday, July 16, 2018. The death of a wounded fox brings to nine the
Breakfast Club”. Held on Saturday, Au- Breakfast Club” is a FREE program, number of animals that have died as the result of the weekend escape of a jaguar
gust 11 from 9:00 am to 10:00 am “The with all food and refreshments being from its enclosure at the zoo in New Orleans. Audubon Zoo officials say on the
Breakfast Club” is a fun book club that provided by the library. Stop into the li- zoo’s website that Rusty, one of the foxes attacked by the big cat, died Monday. (AP
includes a hot, homemade breakfast! brary to pick up a copy of “Stick Dog” Photo/Gerald Herbert)
Come in your jammies and discuss the before the first club meeting! You must
book, “Stick Dog” by Tom Watson. As sign up to attend.
this book has an AR book level of 4.5,
and is worth 2 AR points, participants The Edgerton Branch Library is lo-
will be able to use this book to help meet cated at 319 North Michigan Avenue.
their AR goal at school. For more information or to sign up,
please call the library at 419-298-3230.
The library is working in conjunction

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Todd Beckmann Retires Lawmakers Warn Trump Tariffs
After 40 Years With Chase Brass Threaten Local Newspapers

By: Kevin Freking The newsprint tariffs reflect Presi-
dent Donald Trump’s tough new ap-
ASSOCIATED PRESS proach to U.S. trade relations, but

WASHINGTON (AP) — About a they are separate from other high-
dozen members of Congress warned profile trade actions taken in recent
Tuesday that newspapers in their weeks. The administration has also
home states are in danger of reduc- sought to curb imports from China
ing news coverage, laying off workers and steel and aluminum imports from
or going out of business if the United a range of countries.
States maintains recently imposed The lawmakers who testified includ-
tariffs on Canadian newsprint. ed Republicans and Democrats from
The Trump administration ordered a broad cross-section of the country.
the tariffs in response to a complaint No lawmaker testified in favor of the
from a paper producer in Washington tariffs. Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss.,
state. It argues that Canadian com- said the tariffs have led to surprise
petitors take advantage of government newsprint shortages and price hikes
subsidies to sell their product at un- across the Southeast. He said papers
fairly low prices. in Vicksburg and Natchez have cited
About a dozen lawmakers testified rapid increases in newsprint costs for
against making the tariffs permanent cutting their print paper to five days
during a United States International per week, instead of seven.
Trade Commission hearing. The com- “It defies logic that NORPAC, just
mission is reviewing whether U.S. one mill located in the opposition end
PHOTO PROVIDED producers of certain groundwood pa- of the United States, can create this
RETIRES FROM CHASE BRASS – Todd Beckmann recently celebrated his retire- per products, including newsprint, type of disruption and uncertainty,”
ment from Chase Brass and Copper after 40 years of service. Todd served as an have been materially injured because Wicker said.
electrical engineer. During a recent retirement celebration, Todd was presented of the imports from Canada. The com- NORPAC stands for the North Pa-
with gifts from the Company as a thank you for his service. Pictured are Todd mission’s findings help determine cific Paper Company. It employs about
Beckmann and Ed Williams, VP of Manufacturing at Chase. whether the Department of Commerce 300 people. Company officials told the

makes the tariffs permanent. commission that prices had dropped
West Unity Adds Disc Golf To Memorial Park Newsprint is generally the second- so low for its paper that it could not
largest expense for local papers. The justify keeping all three of its ma-
tariffs have generally increased news- chines running. But since the impo-
print prices by 25 to 30 percent. sition of the tariffs in January 2018,
Sens. Susan Collins and Angus prices have recovered to the extent
By: James Pruitt King of Maine both argued that the that it was able to hire back 60 em-
THE VILLAGE REPORTER tariffs will hurt the industry they’re ployees and restore pay and benefit
designed to help because it will dimin- cuts made in 2017.
A dozen people gath- ish the market for newsprint in Amer-
ered at Memorial Park ica as newspapers shrink or close. “The duties are helping us by off-
in West Unity Saturday, setting the unfair advantage Canadi-
July 21, to play and learn “If you end up with a smaller mar- an producers have from government
the game of disc golf. ket, you haven’t helped anybody, let subsidies,” said Rob Buckingham, a
alone the plant in Washington that is company vice president. “Please make
The event was hosted petitioning for this help,” King said. these duties permanent.”
by the village to show off
the new disc golf course
laid out at the park. The
attendees were a mix of
long-time players and
newcomers.
Village Administrator
Josh Fritsch hosted the
event and brought extra
discs to let the newcomers
feel right at home. Fritsch
was assisted by Stan Tip-
ton and Larry Smith of
Bryan who also have been
involved with the redesign
of the Bryan course.
Two other experienced
players, “James” and
Mike Raby of Bryan came
out to lend their expertise
and love of the game. They
play on a team in Bryan.
Disc Golf uses discs
that serve a variety of
purposes such as driv-
ers, midrange and put-
ters. The goal is to get the
disc into a basket that
sits about 3-4 feet off the
ground.
Much like regular golf,
there are obstacles, water TARIFF CONCERN ... In this April 11, 2018, photo, production workers stack news-
hazards and rough. The papers onto a cart at the Janesville Gazette Printing & Distribution plant in Janes-
constant is plan on walk- ville, Wis. Members of Congress are warning that newspapers in their home states
ing a lot as some course are in danger of cutting coverage or going out of business if the United States main-
the holes can be grouped tains recently imposed tariffs on Canadian newsprint. (Angela Major/The Janes-
far apart. ville Gazette via AP)

Tipton and Smith are
retirees who have picked

Delta Village Council Discussesup the game and have
helped Fritsch get the
course going in West Uni- Nuisance Abatements
ty. Disc golf is played in
several towns and it’s rec-
ommended to get an app By: Cory Johnson require 960 hours of instruction dur-
that will find courses. THE VILLAGE REPORTER ing the school year. Chief Hartsock
and village administrators will follow-
The local courses and In a brief July 16 Delta Village up with school officials to discuss the
leagues follow Profession- Council meeting, council members parameters.
al Disc Golf Association discussed procedures for declaring a
rules. nuisance abatement. Village Law Di- Chief Hartsock also addressed the
rector Kevin Heban told council mem- council regarding communicating
At the Saturday event, bers that “The [current] statute gives with the department’s officers. “I can-
the dozen participants the village administrator a lot of power not have councilman approaching of-
split up into teams of six to do things to declare abatements, so ficers and speaking with them about
and played the 9-hole having the fire chief involved, it serves a program that I’m trying to get going
course. as a check for the fire chief to go in and when I know nothing about what
and say ‘yes, this a fire hazard or this they’re talking about. That’s overstep-
James may be reached at is not.’” ping the bounds of council and out-
[email protected] lined to council as what you can and
Heban said some township trust- can not do. If there’s concerns about
PHOTOS BY JAMES PRUITT, STAFF ees have disagreed, including the fire the police department, it needs to be
chief, but it is a statutory obligation brought to my attention,” he said.
and must be carried out as described.
Village Administrator Brad Peebles In other business, council mem-
also told council members that Wood bers also approved the third reading
County Building Inspectors, con- of a resolution supporting a county-
tracted by the village, and the Fulton wide Community Development Block
County Health Commissioners could Grant application for the demolition of
declare a safety issue as well. blighted buildings.

Prior to the regular meeting, the A Rules and Ordinance Committee
Finance Committee discussed using meeting was also scheduled for Aug.
a School Resource Officer from the 6 at 6:30 PM concerning a golf cart
Delta Police Department for the Pike- ordinance. An executive session was
Delta-York Schools. Police Chief Na- held after concerning the transfer of
than Hartsock said that an additional property. The next regular Delta Vil-
full-time officer would have to be hired lage Council meeting is scheduled for
to fill the position. There is a potential August 6 at 6:00 PM in Village Hall.

DISC GOLF ... Participants at the Disc Golf Open House in West Unity July 21 were drug use prevention grant that could Cory may be reached at
Doug Brinker, Wes Stanbaugh, “James,” Mike Raby, Andrew, Josh Fritsch, Larry help pay the officer’s salary, but would
Smith, JR Jones, Stan Tipton, Dan and Tim and Corbin Gordon. [email protected].

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Safety Town Teaches Life-Long Safety Practices
To Our Society’s Most Vulnerable ... Our Kids

By: Timothy Kays an Parks and Recreation Department,
THE VILLAGE REPORTER Safety Town directed a lot of youth en-
ergy into the avenue of education. The
They are our greatest assets. These program impacted the educators just as
young children that will be entering Kin- much as the kids. Kirsten Frissora, the
dergarten have more energy than we can Health Educator at the Williams County
recall ever having ourselves, but their Health Department, talked about poi-
lack of real world experience can make son safety with the Safety Town partici-
that energy a dangerous thing. Will your pants. “There are a lot of just everyday
child have to cross busy streets, or have household items that can look very close
to board a bus on a busy highway? What to things that are okay to eat and drink
is a busy parent to do? that little kids might confuse or get mixed
up,” she said. “They might accidentally
The Bryan Parks and Recreation De- ingest that poison or that unhealthy ob-
partment, in cooperation with the Bryan ject. It’s something to talk to your kids
Kiwanis Club had the answer from July about. If they don’t know what it is, they
16 through 20 in a program called Safe- need to ask an adult before they eat it or
ty Town, which was offered at the East drink it. The kids were great; they were
End Community Room. Safety Town very interactive. They were excited to an-
is a national program that teaches life- swer my questions and participate.”
long safety habits. An adult instructor
supervised activities that were so much Firefighter Partee, a member of the
fun, the kids didn’t even know that they Stryker Class of 2011, was all smiles af-
were learning. Important subjects like ter his session with the kids. “Oh, I had
safe travel to and from school, school a blast,” he said. “I always love giving
bus safety, fire safety, home safety, wa- the kids programs, teaching them about
ter safety, bicycle safety, poisons, and fire safety. You can never teach them
how to deal with strangers were includ- enough. They usually retain it better
ed in the program. The kids got to ride when they’re younger, more than adults,
in a school bus, but the big hit was when and they can help the adults remember
firefighters Eli Partee and Jeremy Mik- stuff for future emergencies.”
lovic of the Bryan Fire Department came
by to teach fire safety on July 19. The If you missed out, you’re in luck. A
final two things that came with the fire second session is on the books from July
safety instruction involved giving each of 30th to August 3rd at 9:30 AM and 12:30
the Safety Town participants a ride in a PM. The fee is $10.00 per child for ma-
real fire engine, followed by giving them terials. Registration forms are available
the opportunity to use a real fire hose. in the Parks and Recreation office.

Co-sponsored by the Bryan Kiwanis Timothy can be reached at
Club, Bryan Police and Fire Depart- [email protected]
ments, Bryan City Schools, and the Bry-

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Four County Career Center Fulton County Commissioners Sign Off
FCCLA Students Return On Archbold Sidewalk Project Funding

From Leadership Conference By James Pruitt Quin Concrete Construction. The com-
THE VILLAGE REPORTER pany bid $70,125. The engineer’s esti-
mate was $67,000.
The Fulton County Commissioners
received the Dog Warden report for the The project was one of the county’s
week of July 1-7, 2018. FY 17 CDBG projects. The company
stated it will complete the work in 40
The Dog Warden picked up 17 strays days, but has until Oct. 15 to complete
and had one dog brought in. The office it.
received $40 in redemption fees, sold
one dog for $15 and collected $80 in The commissioners authorized the
boarding fees. Two licenses were sold release of half of the fees collected for
for $10 each. marriages, divorces and dissolutions
in 2018. The funds will go toward the
There was one rescue dog and nine United Way’s House of Ruth shelter for
citations issued. Two dog bites were re- victims of domestic violence.
corded.
James may be reached at
The board awarded the Murbach [email protected]
Street sidewalk improvement project to

Williams County Oks Contracts,

Ups Cost Of Paving Project

PHOTO PROVIDED By James Pruitt sco Resource - Staffing Solution to pro-
THE VILLAGE REPORTER vide staffing solutions services for the
NATIONAL COMPETITION ... Four County Career Center had five students just re- Summer Youth Program.
turn from the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) 2018 Na- The Williams County Board of Com-
tional Leadership Conference in Atlanta, Georgia. Receiving National Silver Metals missioners approved the following reso- The total amount of this contract
are (LEFT TO RIGHT) Bailey Bowen (Edgerton) Fashion Construction; Sabrina Page lutions the week if July 16-20. cannot exceed $80,000. The term of this
(Liberty Center) Interior Design; and Natalia Flores (Archbold) Life Event Planning. agreement is June 1 through December
Receiving National Gold Metals and placing 4th in the Nation are Coralee Flanary The commissioners approved an 31, 2018.
(Hicksville) Job Interview; and Kathryn Ewers (Edon) Interior Design. There were agreement between Clerk of Courts Kim
over 5,000 members from across the nation in attendance. Members competed at Herman and MAXIMUS Consulting Ser- The commissioners also increased
the district, and state levels before they advanced to the national level. Family, Ca- vices Inc. to provide consulting services the spot paving contract by $79,756.45
reer & Community Leaders of America is a dynamic and effective national student at a cost not exceed $3,000. to a new total of $545,689.45. The
organization that helps young men and women become leaders and addresses im- change was to relocate a thin layer of
portant personal, family, work, and social issues through family and consumer sci- The agreement is effective Oct. 1 asphalt from Krohn’s subdivision to
ences education. Early Childhood Education instructor, Susan Myers and Interior through March 31, 2010. Sunrise subdivision.
Design instructor, Lisa Hall attended the conference with them.
The commissioners approved a con- James may be reached at
tract agreement between the county’s [email protected]
Jobs and Family Services office and Ne-

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 50 YEARS AGO Mrs. Fred Henning, 80, a Manager. los Day at Camp Lakota Sat-
ESTABLISHED 1878 July 1968 native of Stryker, died July 11. An Open House was held at urday afternoon.

130 YEARS AGO Two separate school issues 50 YEARS AGO the new Stryker Medical Center. Many are farmers say they
July 1888 will be on the ballot this fall for July 1968 lost thousands of dollars as
the approval of the voters of the EDON COMMERCIAL the result of a Sunday eve-
The BeeHive Store, which is Jane Opdycke, daughter ning hail storm that ruined
owned by the Masonic Order, is Millcreek-West Unity School of Mr. and Mrs. Emerson 70 YEARS AGO and undetermined amount
being remodeled. District. Opdycke and a graduate of July 1948 of corn, soybeans and wheat.
Stryker High School, gradu- Ronald Bidwell said his entire
A new ball club has been or- Richard Oberlin, postmas- ated from the Toledo Hospi- Mrs. Ella Christoffel cele- corn crop was destroyed as
ganized and is under the man- ter, announced that postal tal School of Nursing with the brated her 90th birthday July were his oats.
agement of H.B. Morrison. rates will change as of August class of 1968. 26. She has a twin sister in
1, 1968. Oregon. The ladies are still Vickie Luke of Edon will
120 YEARS AGO ADVANCE REPORTER quite active and have good vie for top honors in the FFA
July 1898 STRYKER ADVANCE (1976 MERGE) health. Chapter Queen contest at this
ESTABLISHED 1884 year’s 110th Ohio State Fair.
Born to Mr. and Mrs. Goe. 40 YEARS AGO 65 YEARS AGO
Bond, July 24, a son. 110 YEARS AGO July 1978 July 1953 45 YEARS AGO
July 1908 July 1973
Oscar Starr had his buggy Toni Altman was crowned Mr. & Mrs. Richard Colbart
harness stolen. The Alumni Association will Miss West Unity at the Miss and son Richard Lee of Detroit Three Edon area girls are
present the play “Way Down West Unity Pageant. moved this week into the Day contestants in the Miss Mont-
Frank Shilling has been East” at the auditorium. property. Mr. Colbart is man- pelier Queen Contest. They
in Stryker the past few days 30 YEARS AGO ager of the Edon Tool Works, are: LuAnn Gearhart, Roxanne
where he has entered the firm Sunday was the hottest day July 1988 which is getting equipment Wright and Cindi Barnard.
of Drum and Shilling. in seven years and lacked but ready for operation in the
two degrees of the record of Stacey Brooks, daughter of cheese factory building. A farewell dinner was held
110 YEARS AGO 1887. The thermometer regis- Mr. and Mrs. Dave Schlosser Sunday evening July 8th for
July 1908 tered 97 degrees. of Stryker, won the title of 60 YEARS AGO the Ronald Hake family who
Miss Williams July 1958 are leaving the area to estab-
Wheat is now 85 cents a The first load of new wheat lish a new home in Phoenix,
bushel. to the elevator was brought in County in a pageant held in Mr. & Mrs. Gene Headley Arizona.
by Menno Short. He received Bryan and sponsored by the moved last week to Angola,
Dr. W.C. Stockton of Texas the top market price of 83 cents Bryan Parks and Recreation Ind. where he’s associated Rev. Jack Stutler and Mike
is here to visit his father. a bushel. Department. with Dr. Hornbecker in the Kaiser are attending United
veterinary office. Methodist Youth Camp at
Rowe Newcomb and wife vis- Alva Olmstead, 81, died at 20 YEARS AGO Lakeside, Ohio as counselors.
ited W.E. Caughey and wife at his home yesterday. July 1998 50 YEARS AGO
Van Wert. July 1968 Mrs. Zella Rockey was a
90 YEARS AGO Patricia Burkholder has guest over Saturday night and
100 YEARS AGO July 1928 been promoted at the F&M John von Allmen, Doug Mi- Sunday of her cousin, Mrs.
July 1918 Banking Center to Assistant chael and Mick Luce attended Ruth McCrea at a cottage at
Fred Merry, 47, a former Cashier - Assistant Branch the annual Bluejacket Webe- Ball lake near Hamilton, Indi-
Orville Bowman was home Stryker resident, died at his ana.
over the weekend from Bowling home in Michigan on July 5.
Green.
Miss Dorothy Witt became
Leaving for service were Dale the bride of Donald Betts on
Zigler, Beryl Smethurst, Calvin July 3.
Hartman, Eugene Wood and
Fermer Klinger. 80 YEARS AGO 1987 Edon Majorettes
July 1938
William Felger counted 138
autos and 72 buggies on the Miss Florence Roux became
street Saturday night. the bride of Raymond Stitch on
July 17.
90 YEARS AGO
July 1928 The Council has passed a
resolution which they sent to
Big Carnival Week in West the NYC Railroad objecting
Unity, July 16th to the 21st. to the proposed removal of a
crossing watchman here.
Hattie R. Booth died in the
Old Ladies Home in Toledo on 70 YEARS AGO
Tuesday. July 1948

80 YEARS AGO Mrs. Merrill Haines has an-
July 1938 nounced the birth of a son
Robert Merrill on June 26. Mrs.
Mr. Jacon Faber died at his Haines is the former Mary Silva.
home in Toledo. He was a resi-
dent of this county for many 238 children and young
years. people attended Bible School at
Lockport Mennonite Church.
Miss Margaret Kaiser re-
turned home from college Bonnie Knapp, 11, was
Camp, where she attended the struck by an eastbound auto
YWCA Conference as a repre- on Route 6 and received two
sentative of BGSU. broken legs.

70 YEARS AGO A daughter, named Diana
July 1948 Lyn, was born to Mr. and Mrs.
Sylvan Jodry Jr. on July 12.
August 1, first class letters
will be four cents. Drop letters 60 YEARS AGO died MAJORETTES ... Pictured above are (left to right): Karen Frame and Angie Humphrey.
will be three cents and post and July 1958
postal cards will be three cents.
Herman Frank, 69,
July 13th in Bryan.

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Pastor’s Ponderings FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES

BY: PASTOR STEVE WILMOT - “AM I TOO FAR GONE?” BY: REX STUMP - A GOOD MYSTERY!

Too far gone is defined as when ful and just and will forgive us our Do you like mysteries? Do you can’t solve all our problems or figure
someone or something is in such a sins and purify us from all unrigh- remember the Nancy Drew or Hardy out all things. We realize that God is
bad state or condition that not much teousness” (1 John 1.9). Boys mystery books? I love mystery God, and we are not!
can be done to help or improve them. stories in books and TV, not so much
To confess is to agree with God that in real life. Like, where did I put my “I am the Lord, who made all
Like a marriage that is torn apart what he calls sin is sin. It’s to admit car keys? How can the Chicago Cubs things, who alone stretched out the
and beyond repair. Nothing can be where you’ve come up short, either beat a good team, but lose to the heavens, who spread out the earth by
done to save it. It’s too far gone. intentionally or despite your best at- worst team in baseball the next day? myself, who frustrates the signs of li-
tempts at obeying him. It’s not a mis- Hmmm…. always a mystery. ars and makes fools of diviners, who
Or like a cancer patient who reach- take or an insignificant thing. You turns wise men back and makes their
es the end of all treatment and there knew better and you did it anyway. I was reading a devotional the oth- knowledge foolish” (Isaiah 44:24-25).
is nothing else that can be done for er day and it reminded me that God
him. Just try to make him comfort- The promise is that when you con- is a mystery. Well, sort of. We can God’s knowledge and wisdom is
able. He’s too far gone. fess your sins, he forgives them. He know God through His Word, through beyond our understanding, a mys-
takes away your guilt. He wipes the his creation (Romans 1:20), and tery. Too often we quit on God be-
Or like an individual unable to board clean. He blows up the record. through special revelation. But there cause we don’t understand what is
break free from an addiction that has He opens the prison doors and invites are times that God seems distant going on in our life. We may “need”
held her for years. Everything that’s you to come after him. and mysterious, wouldn’t you agree? to know why something is the way it
been tried hasn’t worked. To her and We shouldn’t be surprised that He is is or why something happened the
to others around her, it’s a hopeless. But forgiveness is only half of what mysterious in some manners, after way it did, but most times we sim-
John promises when you confess your all, He is God. If we knew all there ply cannot. Our view of unanswered
Interesting thing about being too sins. He says God will also purify you was to know about God, He wouldn’t prayer or a life situation that doesn’t
far gone. It doesn’t factor God into the from all unrighteousness. be fit to be called, “God.” And even make sense, may cause us to bail on
equation. God tells us, “My ways higher than God.
The word John used here is a medi- your ways and my thoughts than
There have been marriages that cal term having to do with purging the your thoughts,” in Isaiah 55:9. Okay, so what do we do? Admit,
were “too far gone” that God reunited body, especially the bowels, of impu- that we are not God, and instead
and made stronger; a model giving rities. Think laxative or enema. God God is mysterious, and life is chal- go to God. Tell God, “I don’t know
hope to others in similar situations. reaches deep into the very core of us lenging, and yet we still walk through why this happened, but I’ll trust you
and purges our soul of all impurity life with attitudes of pride and pos- nonetheless.” “I don’t know why I am
There have been cancer patients that lives there. So cool, but it gets tures that say, “I’ve got this.” We be- experiencing this right now, but I’ll
whose medical team gave up the fight even better. lieve that we know what is best for follow you nonetheless.” God is not a
because the patient was “too far gone.” us. We claim that in any situation, mystery to be solved, but a Master to
Then God miraculously healed him “No longer will they teach their struggle, or problem, we can figure be served. Let God be God…and let’s
and extended him life for a decade or neighbor, or say to one another, out the solution on our own. We just trust Him by how we live today.
more. ‘Know the LORD,’ because they will all got this! But eventually, and most
know me, from the least of them to the often we end up frustrated because For more reading check out: Isa-
Remember Paul? After making it greatest, declares the LORD. For I will we “don’t got this!” On our own, we iah 45:14-16, Ephesians 3:8-10, Ro-
his life’s mission to wipe the Church forgive their wickedness and will re- mans 11:33-34.
off the face of the earth by killing all member their sins no more” (Jeremiah
Jesus-followers, believers thought he 31:34).
was “too far gone.” He would never
see the error of his ways and change The All-Just God who sees every-
sides. That was Ananias’ argument thing we do, hears everything we say
when God told him to go and restore and think, and knows everything we
Paul’s sight and welcome him into the do in secret makes a choice to limit
family of believers. We know how that his memory. “I will remember their
turned out. He was anything but “too sins no more.” No longer will they be
far gone.” thrown in our face. No longer will they
be held against us. No longer will pun-
Do you think you are too far gone? ishment for them hang over our head.
That you are in such a bad state or
condition that not much can be done No chance to ever be too far gone!
to help or improve you? Several years ago, a pastor and his
wife attended a conference in a neigh-
I pray the examples cited above will boring state. After each service, the
at least make you to rethink your be- speaker would invite people to come
lief that you or your loved ones are too to the front where he would pray for
far gone. I pray that the truth of the them. The pastor was excited and
power and mercy of God will produce asked his wife to go with him. She
hope in you as you face your “too far refused but promised to go the next
gone” situation. night.
The next night the invitation was
Your biggest sins are not too big again offered. The couple made their
for God’s grace. You are never too far way to the front of the auditorium and
gone for God to love, forgive and grant stood before the speaker. He prayed
a fresh start. for the pastor, then turned to his wife.
“There is some horrible sin in your
I am 65 years old and I’ve been a past,” he told her. She began to trem-
follower of Jesus for over 50 years. ble fearing her secret would be ex-
One of the things I have become pro- posed to everyone in the auditorium.
foundly surprised by is that too many “It’s why I didn’t want to come up here
people live consumed by guilt. Bat- in the first place,” she thought to her-
tered by things they’ve done in their self.
past they are convinced they are too The speaker continued, “I asked
far gone for a fresh start. Too far gone God what it was.” She held her breath
for forgiveness. Too far gone for God.
fearing her long-held
Friends, nothing could be further past would be uncov-
from the truth. ered. “God told me, ‘I
don’t remember.’”
“If we confess our sins, he is faith-
If you are a devot-
ed Jesus-follower, God
doesn’t remember your
sins either. He chooses
to forget them and not
use them against you
again. He sees you as
someone who hasn’t
sinned.

How can you be “too
far gone” when that’s the
case?

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OHIO STATE FAIR WILL BE HELD JULY 25-AUG. 5

ODNR’s Natural Resources Park Invites Visitors to Make State Fair Memories

COLUMBUS, OH – The Ohio Depart- showcase some of the overnight options Smokey to reinforce the icon’s fire preven- flies and learning about a butterfly’s life
ment of Natural Resources (ODNR) is con- available at Ohio’s state parks. Make tion message. cycle. Stop by Ruthven’s Aviary to learn
tinuing the tradition of bringing the great sure to stop and experience “riding” a jet about some of Ohio’s native bird species,
outdoors to the Ohio State Fair! A fairgoer ski on the personal watercraft simulator The ODNR Natural Resources Park will as well as how to create wildlife-friendly
favorite since 1957, the Natural Resourc- stationed along the trail. The camping once again offer free outdoor entertain- backyards. For a more hands-on experi-
es Park will offer free interactive exhibits trail will encourage fairgoers to dive into ment in the ODNR Amphitheater, which ence, visit the Scenic Rivers touch pool.
and displays that allow visitors a glimpse Ohio’s outdoors and experience the trails seats 600 people. Visitors can sit back The shallow pool will contain many of
into the outdoor recreational opportu- around the state. and relax in a shaded area and enjoy the Ohio’s native macroinvertebrates species,
nities right here in Ohio. Located in the show. Retriever dogs, lumberjacks, natu- plus a few crayfish and small stream fish.
southeast corner of the state fairgrounds, For its second year, the Wild Ohio ralists and more can all be found perform- The Scenic Rivers program monitors these
the park will be open to all fairgoers at- Shooting Range houses archery and air ing on the amphitheater stage. A detailed creatures to help gauge stream health.
tending the Ohio State Fair, which runs gun ranges. People of all ages and skill list of acts is located on ODNR’s state fair
July 25-Aug 5. Free activities are avail- levels can learn about safe shooting tech- website. The ODNR information booth will of-
able for people to enjoy in the park from niques while in a safe and educational fer natural resources literature, and the
11 a.m.-7 p.m. daily. environment. This building can accom- The Natural Resources Park offers a gift shop will showcase a wide array of
modate up to 10 shooters at the air gun multitude of educational opportunities. souvenirs, clothing and toys available for
“The Natural Resources Park provides range and five shooters at the archery Stroll through the Geological Walkway to purchase.
people with a chance to experience and range. learn about Ohio’s ancient natural mate-
participate in outdoor recreational activi- rials, and an audio tour is available online For more information about the ODNR
ties through hands-on and interactive ex- Youth under the age of 14 visiting the for guests who are interested in learning Natural Resources Park or to check out
hibits,” ODNR Director James Zehringer Natural Resources Park can become ex- more. Guests are also encouraged to en- the daily amphitheater schedule, visit
said. “The Ohio State Fair gives us an perts at the youth fishing pond. Returning joy the tallgrass prairie, where more than ohiodnr.gov/statefair. For more informa-
ideal opportunity to share everything we for its second year, the Fish Ohio Build- 85 species of prairie plants can be found. tion about the Ohio State Fair, go to ohio-
do here at ODNR and allows visitors to ing will be the next stop for all guests. statefair.com.
participate in some great activities that The building houses refrigerated storage There are also educational opportu-
can be found across the state.” to temporarily hold fish that youth have nities for guests looking to learn more ODNR ensures a balance between
caught until they are ready to be picked about wildlife. Visit the Butterfly House wise use and protection of our natural
A new Touch-a-Truck exhibit will up and taken home. Staff will also be giv- to be transported into a magical world of resources for the benefit of all. Visit the
make its debut this year at the Ohio State ing fish filleting and cooking demonstra- vibrant colors, while gazing up at butter- ODNR website at ohiodnr.gov.
Fair. This kid-friendly exhibit will contain tions.
different types of vehicles that are used by Bryan To Hold Civil Service Exams
ODNR. Visitors can jump aboard a boat Back by popular demand, the
provided by the ODNR Division of Parks 7,000-square-foot pond at the Natural For Police & Fire Departments
and Watercraft or admire a bulldozer Resources Park will give guests a chance
used by the ODNR Division of Forestry. to try their hand at kayaking. Guests will By James Pruitt have a civil service test for his department
be fitted with a life jacket before receiving THE VILLAGE REPORTER as well.
This year, K-9s for Conservation will be a demonstration on how to safely kayak.
making an appearance at the Natural Re- The Bryan City Council approved re- The city will be advertising for bids
sources Park. Trained patrol K-9s will be One of the favorite exhibits for people quests from the police and fire chiefs to again on the US 127 resurfacing project
there for meet and greet along with their visiting the park is talking with Smokey conduct civil service tests to boost the pool after being shut out again. Asphalt pric-
handlers. A K-9 and their handler will Bear, an animatronic bear who talks to of candidates for openings. es have increased and the engineer’s es-
also be doing demonstrations throughout visitors about preventing wildfires with timate needs to be adjusted. The project
the week at the ODNR Amphitheater. his moving arms, hands and mouth. The Police Department needs a new will likely have to start next year.
Smokey Bear will greet children by name part-time dispatcher and Chief Mike Willis
This year, the Camping Village will of- from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. A 71-foot- asked for permission to conduct the test James may be reached at
fer guests a peaceful stroll through the tall fire tower, originally built by the Civil- since he needs to hire a new patrolman as [email protected]
Natural Resources Park by being trans- ian Conservation Corps in 1934 in Pike well. Fire Chief Bruce Siders also wants to
formed into a camping trail. This trail will County, is also located directly behind

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LEGAL - On July 9, 2018, the Council of the Village of 16879 CR R 15, Pioneer, OH 43554 Press Operators Needed
Pioneer, Ohio passed the following legislation:
FULL-TIME HEAVY TRUCK TECHNICIAN Press Operators NeededApplicants must have the ability
Ordinance No. 06-2018: AN ORDINANCE REPEALING to lift 75 lbs. consistently, basic
SECTION 921.27 OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF Interstate Truck & Trailer Repair is looking for a
THE VILLAGE OF PIONEER, OHIO, ENACTING CODI- person with these qualifications: oAtkanvpl,oepvwrltiicislmeaiodSenngtsa,Ten4,mAd0au1Rnwskdte,tThedvtoittosakaheIoevcowenNnenaaflteoodtanaGkticrohsblldenlk,neioilsvosiaWtwos&ayiwtansvbtarieeilietoAlneyotcnirtt.ndeseytdGWfitgn,somtarsode4lEunelaa,o0elccrinwao1fyteatc$ni.f(no7ekfbidWn15edn)obs,retslotn1whb.vrmnouuseaWe/ufcscfeecHsaeteadiiokeborlstnlieRsn.iigicsolnnsriaiten.sdgly,Pat,sWetnLmitlllUiyen,dgbSicataosli,cwdteoonrok-l
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TARY SEWER TAP FEES, AND DECLARING AN EMER- • High school diploma or GED
GENCY. This Ordinance modifies Section 921.27 of the • Experience in heavy truck and trailer repair FOR RAPIODGpprGoowRrttuOhnWtiotieT$s1H5fo/rHTROr.a+p$id15/HR +
Codified Ordinances regarding sanitary sewer tap fees • Must have experience meeting PM schedules
and declares an emergency. All provisions of this Ordi- • Must have an appropriate mechanics’ tool set All applicantAs lml aupsyptelbiacerasnaottsflemaagusestto1br8eoylaedtaelrre.sasotf1a8ge or older.
nance go into full force and effect immediately. • Excellent communication skills AAppppllyyWWitihthinin: :
• Attention to Detail a Must
Ordinance No. 07-2018: AN ORDINANCE AMEND- • Ag equipment repair and CDL A license a plus 405 N. PleasaOLnO4fti0fbvfif5cieiecerNwetyH.HDCoProule.eurn•asrtLss:ea:ir8bn,8aeOtamvrmtHiey-w-C444p3eDp5mnmr3t.2er, OH 43532
ING APPROPRIATIONS FOR 2018 AND DECLARING AN • ASE Certifications, Class are preferred
EMERGENCY. This Ordinance modifies appropriations We also offer a competitive pay package. Tenneco has an immediate opportunity for highly skilled
within the General Fund and Cemetery Fund during the • $35,000 to $55,000 per year D.O.E. and motivated individuals in our Napoleon, OH plant.
fiscal year 2018 and declares an emergency. All provisions • HEALTH, DENTAL, VISION, SHORT TERM DISABILITY
of this Ordinance go into full force and effect immediately. AND LIFE INSURANCE STARTS ON YOUR FIRST DAY! MAINTENANCE TECHNICIANS
• 401(k)
Resolution No. 107-2018: A RESOLUTION ACCEPT- • Paid Vacation • Paid Holidays Desired skill set:
ING THE AMOUNTS AND RATES AS DETERMINED BY • Electrical troubleshooting including PLC programming
THE BUDGET COMMISSION AND AUTHORIZING THE Please stop in and see us between 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. • Hydraulics and pneumatic installation and repair
NECESSARY TAX LEVIES AND CERTIFYING THEM TO or call at 419-737-2600 and ask for recruiting. • Mechanical troubleshooting / machine repair
THE COUNTY AUDITOR. The purpose of this Resolution
is to authorize the County Auditor to place upon the tax MULTIPLE OPENINGS! and rebuild
duplicate and collect the property taxes apportioned to • Fabrication with Tig, Mig and Stick welding skills
the Village of Pioneer commencing January 1, 2019. This Press Ops & Light Ind. Painting • Facility Utilities including boilers, HVAC and air
Resolution shall be effective at the earliest time permitted
by law. 1st & 3rd Shifts compressors

The complete text of the above legislation can be ob- Montpelier & Pioneer Experience with stamping presses, injection molding
tained or viewed at the office of the Village Fiscal Officer at $10-11.50/hr. presses and robotic weld machines is a plus.
409 South State Street, Pioneer, Ohio 43554. This sum-
mary was prepared or reviewed and approved by Thomas Hire in after 90 days! Minimum requirements of 8 years total experience,
A. Thompson, Village Solicitor for the Village of Pioneer, including Military experience or journeyman’s card re-
Ohio. APPLY TODAY! quired.
LEGAL NOTICE - The Fulton County Airport Authority
Annual Financial Report for FY17 is complete ad available Wage $29.18 / hour. Health, life, dental and vision
for review at the Airport Office: 9460 CO RD 14, Wauseon, insurance on day one. Paid vacation after 90 days.
OH. 2% company contribution to 401k after one year.
$500 annual tool allowance + replacement of broken or
Wanted worn tools and more.

WANTED - ISO deer hunting land to lease in Williams 557 E. Riverview Ave, Napoleon Qualified candidates please forward resume indicating
County, Ohio. Montpelier area preferred. Retired senior Walk Ins Welcome Mon-Fri, 9a-2p position of interest to:
(non drinker/smoker) who has leased property for sev-
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PORT

WILLIAMS & FULTON COUNTY (NORTHWEST OHIO) SPORTS ACTION

Montpelier Civic 12U Softball Claim North Central Holds Boys Basketball Camp
League Tournament Championship
From June 18-20, North Central held their annual boys basketball camp. Twen-
ty-two students entering grades 1-3 participated, while 16 boys from grades 4-6
honed their basketball skills at camp.

Attendees received instruction for the North Central Coaching Staff with assis-
tance from several high school basketball players. The campers also participated
in several different games and skills contests.

PHOTO PROVIDED Grades 1-3 camp participants with coaches and HS players

TOURNEY CHAMPS ... Recently the Montpelier Civic 12U softball team won the
Northern Buckeye Fast Pitch Summer League Tournament while finishing the sea-
son with an overall record of 19-1. Pictured from left to right are Lydia Stimpfle,
Reese Hand, Alivya Fry, Kaycee Humbarger, Emily Manisaeng, Katelyn Plourde,
Kinsey Word, Bianca Phongphiou, Ellie Merillat, Eliza Hale, Kaylea Serrano, Harli
Wodarski-felt, Madison Paris and Gabrielle Stefanelli.

Mike Kudla, Former Star
Ohio State Defensive End, Dies At 34

By: Mitch Stacy Kudla was signed by the Pittsburgh Grades 4-6 camp participants with coaches and HS players
AP SPORTS WRITER Steelers as an undrafted free agent but
was released in 2006 after sustaining a
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Mike Kud- hamstring injury that ultimately ended
la, a star defensive end who played on his pro career.
Ohio State’s 2002 national champion-
ship team, has died. He was 34. He came back to Ohio State in 2012
to be managing director of development
The northeastern Ohio school district for the university’s business school.
where he played in high school posted Most recently he operated a company
on Twitter on Monday that he died Sun- that develops medical facilities.
day. The cause was not disclosed.
Highland Local Schools in Medina,
Kudla was named first-team All-Big south of Cleveland, said Kudla had been
Ten and Ohio State’s most valuable working with the NFL on protocols for
player on defense in 2005. In his final CTE, the degenerative brain disease
college game, he set a Fiesta Bowl record chronic traumatic encephalopathy.
with three sacks to help the Buckeyes
beat Notre Dame. He finished his college Former teammate Dustin Fox, in
career with 91 tackles and 14.5 sacks. a tweet, called Kudla “one of baddest
dudes I’ve ever played with, but also one
“Mike Kudla was a special young of the most kind and genuine guys you
man,” former Ohio State coach Jim could ever meet.”
Tressel said in a statement. “His love of
family, OSU and country was so strong. More AP college football at www.col-
Our heart aches for the Kudla family, his legefootball.ap.org and https://twitter.
friends, teammates, and entire Buckeye com/AP_Top25
Nation.”
Follow Mitch Stacy at http://twitter.
com/mitchstacy

Grades 1-3 award winners: L to R: Malachi Smeltzer, Mr. Hustle; C.J. Fidler, Most
Valuable Camper; Briggs Fiser, Most Coachable.

new

FORMER BUCKEYE GREAT ... In this Oct. 16, 2004, file photo. Ohio State’s Mike Grades 4-6 Award Winners: L to R: Alex St.EJxochluns,ivMelyr.aHt ustle; Jackson Poynter,
Kudla (57) sits on the bench during the final minutes of his team’s loss to Iowa in Most Valuable Camper; Tyler Meyers, Most Coachable.
an NCAA college football game in Iowa City, Iowa. The former Ohio State defensive
end died Sunday, July 15, 2018, according to Highland Local Schools in Medina,
Ohio, the school district where he played in high school. He was 34. Kudla was
an All-Big Ten defensive end and the Buckeyes’ most valuable player on defense
in 2005. He was signed by the Pittsburgh Steelers as an undrafted free agent but
injuries cut short his career. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall, File)

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Bryan Outlasts Coldwater In Extra Innings To Advance To ACME State Semifinals

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Archbold Shutouts Perrysburg 5-0 In ACME Baseball State Quarterfinal

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Ohio State Assistant Coach Sex Abuse Victims Join Hands,
Facing Criminal Trespass Charge Accept Courage Award At ESPYs

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — An Ohio ing to her apartment after she told him
State assistant coach has been charged they would meet elsewhere so he could
with misdemeanor criminal trespass drop off their son.
stemming from a dispute with his ex-
wife. An Ohio State spokesman said the
program is aware of the incident but de-
According to court records, wide re- clined to comment.
ceivers coach Zach Smith was served
with the misdemeanor complaint May 12 Smith, the grandson of former Ohio
in the north Columbus suburb of Powell. State coach Earle Bruce, has been on
the staff since coach Urban Meyer ar-
The 34-year-old Smith was never rived in 2012.
arrested and pleaded not guilty to the
charge last month. More AP college football: https://col-
legefootball.ap.org and https://twitter.
His attorney, Bradley Koffel, said com/AP_Top25
Smith is accused by his ex-wife of driv-

Don McAuliffe, Star Of ’52

Michigan State Title Team, Dies

Former Michigan State running back where his team of college seniors lost to VICTIMS HONORED ... Jennifer Garner, front, embraces gymnast Aly Raisman af-
Don McAuliffe, a fighter in his youth, the Detroit Lions. ter presenting the Arthur Ashe Award for Courage, at the ESPY Awards at Microsoft
battled to the very end. Theater on Wednesday, July 18, 2018, in Los Angeles. Holding hands in front left
McAuliffe was born and raised in are former gymnast Sarah Klein and former Michigan State softball player Tiffany
The captain of Michigan State’s un- Chicago, where he played high school Thomas Lopez. More than 140 survivors of sexual abuse by a former team doctor
defeated 1952 national championship football. The New York Giants drafted for USA Gymnastics and Michigan State University joined hands on stage to be
team died Saturday in La Jolla, Califor- McAuliffe in 1950, but he never played honored with the award. (Photo by Phil McCarten/Invision/AP)
nia, according to Kevin McAuliffe, his in the NFL. Kevin said his father weighed
oldest son. He was 90. 190 pounds in college — a big back for By: Beth Harris as double winners. Ovech- to be starring across the
his era. According to the 1952 Shrine AP Sports Writer kin was in Russia with his street at Staples Center
McAuliffe finished eighth in the 1952 Game program, his nicknames were wife, Nastya, who is 8½ with the Los Angeles Lak-
Heisman Trophy balloting. In nine games “Hopalong” and “McGoon.” LOS ANGELES (AP) — months pregnant. ers, won best NBA player
that season, he rushed for 531 yards More than 140 survivors of for the third straight year
and seven touchdowns. He also had 194 “He was like a big locomotive that sexual abuse by a former Newly retired racecar on his 14th consecutive
yards receiving and two more scores. dragged them to the national champion- team doctor for USA Gym- driver Patrick became the nomination in the category.
ship,” he said. nastics and Michigan State first woman to host the
Kevin McAuliffe said his father, an University joined hands on show at the Microsoft The- Brady claimed best NFL
accomplished Golden Gloves boxer, had He was tough as a parent, too. Tim stage to be honored with ater in downtown Los An- player, while Mike Trout of
fought off sickness for years — he was McAuliffe recalled intercepting a pass in the Arthur Ashe Award for geles. Her opening mono- the Los Angeles Angels won
diagnosed with esophageal cancer 28 a high school game and returning it for Courage at the ESPYs. logue mostly fell flat, with MLB player.
years ago and had bouts with prostate a touchdown. His celebration didn’t go athletes sitting stone-faced
cancer, skin cancer and Alzheimer’s Dis- over well with his hard-nosed father. The women who spoke or wincing at many of the On a big night for Olym-
ease. out against the abuse by jokes. pians, the U.S. women’s
“He went over the fence, through the Larry Nassar stood to- hockey team earned best
“He never quit his entire life,” Tim end zone, grabbed me by the facemask, gether Wednesday night Kim took female athlete game honors for their
McAuliffe, his middle son, said. “He twisted my head half off and said, ‘You in a powerful and solemn honors over Olympic skier shootout victory over Can-
didn’t know how to.” ever pull a stunt like that again, you’re closing to the show high- Mikaela Shiffrin, WNBA ada in the gold-medal game
done. Next time you go in the end zone, lighting the past year’s top player Sylvia Fowles and in South Korea.
In college, he kept good company — act like you’ve been there before,’” he athletes and moments in soccer player Julie Ertz.
he was roommates with eventual college said. sports. Donovan Mitchell of the
coaches Frank Kush and Chuck Fair- “This year has been Utah Jazz earned break-
banks. He played in the 1952 East-West Tim McAuliffe said his dad was Gymnast Aly Rais- filled with so many incred- through athlete honors.
Shrine Game, where he played against strong-willed, yet he had a heart that man, softball player Tif- ible memories I will hold
Heisman winner Billy Vessels of Okla- made the sons the envy of the kids in fany Thomas Lopez and onto the rest of my life,” Quarterback Nick Foles
homa. Kevin said his father played ex- the neighborhood. gymnast Sarah Klein, who Kim said as she held the received the championship
tra hard that day because he thought said she was Nassar’s silver trophy. “I really want performance trophy for
he was better than Vessels. McAuliffe’s “He was just a phenomenal dad to first victim 30 years ago, to thank my family. They’ve leading the Philadelphia
East squad won 21-20. have,” Tim said. took turns speaking. Klein sacrificed so much for me.” Eagles to their first Super
chided the U.S. Olympic Bowl title.
Kevin said his father also played in More AP college football: http://col- Committee, USA Gymnas- Kim also claimed tro-
the 1953 Chicago College All-Star Game, legefootball.ap.org and https://twitter. tics and Michigan State for phies for best female The Minnesota Vikings
com/AP_Top25 placing “money and med- Olympian and female ac- earned best moment hon-
als above the safety of child tion sports athlete. At the ors for beating the New
MEMBER OF CHAMPIONSHIP TEAM ... This undated photo provided by Michigan athletes.” Pyeongchang Games in Orleans Saints on the last
State University shows Don McAuliffe. Former Michigan State football star Don February, she became the play of the NFL champion-
McAuliffe, a fighter in his youth, battled to the very end. The star running back Olympic snowboarding youngest to win a snow- ship game.
and captain for Michigan State’s undefeated 1952 national championship team champion Chloe Kim won boarding medal when the
has died at age 90 on Saturday, July 14, 2018. (Michigan State University via AP) a leading three ESPYs, in- then-17-year-old claimed Notre Dame’s Arike
cluding best female ath- gold in halfpipe. Ogunbowale won in the
lete, while Alex Ovechkin best play category for hit-
claimed best male athlete. Ovechkin, who led the ting a buzzer-beater in the
Washington Capitals to NCAA women’s title game.
Kim had tears in her their first Stanley Cup
eyes as she listened to the championship, also won The best coach award
Arthur Ashe recipients. for best NHL player. He was given posthumously
beat out Patriots quarter- to Aaron Feis, Scott Beigel
“We must start car- back Tom Brady and fellow and Chris Hixon, all of
ing about children’s safety first-time nominees Jose whom died in the mass
more than we care about Altuve of the Houston As- shooting at Florida’s Mar-
adults’ reputations,” Klein tros and James Harden of jory Stoneman Douglas
said. “If we can just give the Houston Rockets for High School.
one person the courage male athlete.
to use their voice, this is Former quarterback
worth it.” Federer’s five-set victo- Jim Kelly received the Jim-
ry at the Australian Open my V Award for Persever-
Raisman added, “For in January for his 20th ance for his struggle with
too long we were ignored. Grand Slam singles title jaw cancer. Fellow NFL
It could have been avoid- earned honors for record- Hall of Famers Dan Marino
ed. All we needed was one breaking performance and and John Elway presented
adult to have the integrity he also received best male Kelly with the honor.
to stand between us and tennis player.
Larry Nassar.” THIEL
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Montpelier Tot Ball Hits The More Claims Mean NFL Concussion
Field For Saturday Morning Action Payout Could Jump By $400M

By: Claudia Lauer to cheat the program. The league has
ASSOCIATED PRESS said those attempts to scam the $1 bil-
lion settlement fund have slowed down
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Lawyers rep- the awarding of valid claims.
resenting former NFL players estimated
Wednesday that payouts from the con- The settlement, which took effect
cussion settlement with the league will January 2017, resolved thousands of
top $1.4 billion, a $400 million jump lawsuits that accused the NFL of hid-
because of thousands more players fil- ing what it knew about the risks of re-
ing claims. peated concussions.

The number of players who filed to It covers retired players who devel-
be a part of the settlement is outpacing op Lou Gehrig’s disease, dementia or
all previous estimates and could keep other neurological problems believed
growing, the lawyers said in a federal to be caused by concussions suffered
court filing based on estimates from during their pro careers, with awards
an actuary. The estimate accounts for as high as $5 million for the most seri-
players who have filed claims and those ous cases.
who have officially given notice that
they intend to file claims. Attorneys for the league had cited
practices such as doctors seeing play-
The actuary said participation rates ers for evaluation not in clinical set-
are 21 percent higher than estimated tings, but in hotel rooms, law offices or
when the settlement was reached. As of other places. They also cited a doctor
July 16, 499 claims totaling more than who said she spent seven to 12 hours
$485 million had been approved, ac- evaluating each patient, but approved
cording to the filing. sometimes as many as eight patients a
day.
The massive increase in estimated
payout came the same day a judge de- A lawyer for several plaintiffs said
nied a request from the league to ap- Wednesday that he and others repre-
point a special investigator to look into senting the players supported Brody’s
what the league said are extensive decision.
fraudulent claims against the settle-
ment fund. “Since the NFL filed its motion more
than three months ago, the claims pro-
Judge Anita Brody wrote in her fed- cess has continued to accelerate and
eral court ruling that the league’s at- the current audit process is working
torneys had demonstrated that there is effectively,” said Chris Seeger, co-lead
“sufficient evidence of probable fraud counsel for the retired players. “We will
to warrant serious concern.” But Brody not allow a small number of potentially
said a special master and a claims ad- fraudulent claims to be used as an ex-
ministrator have effectively ferreted out cuse by the NFL to deny payment to le-
those claims for now. gitimately injured former players.”

“The audit process is working effec- In their May arguments, Seeger and
tively,” Brody wrote in her deferral rul- other attorneys noted that the instanc-
ing, saying if the claims administrator es of fraudulent claims would be cut
or special master notify the court an dramatically after the most recent rules
investigator is needed, “the Court will for claims went into effect, including a
rule on the motion at that time.” list of approved physicians to deter-
mine eligibility.
The league requested an investigator
and cited in its May argument an inde- Brody warned in her ruling that she
pendent study it said found more than expects the process to ensure valid
400 claims recommended for denial claims are promptly paid.
based on evidence of fraud by attorneys,
doctors and former players attempting For more AP NFL coverage: http://
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CONCUSSION SETTLEMENT ... This Aug. 9, 2014 file photo shows an NFL logo on
a goal post pad before a preseason NFL football game between the Detroit Lions and
the Cleveland Browns at Ford Field in Detroit. A federal judge Wednesday, July 18,
2018 denied a request from the NFL to appoint a special investigator to look into
what the league says is extensive fraudulent claims on the $1 billion concussion
settlement. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski, File)

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Special Olympics Of Williams County
Competes In The 2018 Summer Games

Summer State Games was held June Tyler Good: Standing Long Jump -
22-24, 2018 in Columbus, Ohio. Results 2nd, 50 M Run - 6th
from the 2018 Summer State Games are
as follows: (all are in specific divisions John Mohr IV: Softball Throw - 1st,
that are not listed): 50 M Assisted Walk - 2nd

Jeremy Allomong: Softball Throw - Duane Moore: Softball Throw - 4th,
6th, 50 M Run - 3rd 50 M Run - 2nd

Jaiden Beebe: Softball Throw - 3rd, Maria Pieper: Softball Throw - 1st,
100 M Run - 1st 100 M Walk - 2nd

Audrey Benner: Softball Throw - 3rd, Tina Seiler: Softball Throw - 2nd, 25
50 M Run - 2nd M Independent Walk - 2nd

Ryan Boyer: 100 M Walk - 4th, 400 Samantha Tingley: Softball Throw -
M Walk - 6th 2nd, 50 M Run - 1st

Jeremiah Brace: Softball Throw - 4th, Kaylie Wagoner: Softball Throw - 1st,
100 M Walk - 2nd 100 M Walk - 3rd

Lincoln Brown: 400 M Run - 1st, Joni Warner: Softball Throw - 1st,
Running Long Jump - 1st 100 M Walk - 2nd

Samantha Tingley

Ryan Boyer PHOTOS PROVIDED

Jeremiah Brace, Lincoln Brown, Tina Sieler, Audrey Benner, Jodi Warner
Jaiden Beebe, John Mohr IV (front)

Governor Dedicates Park Named
For Olympic Great Jesse Owens

COLUMBUS, Ohio
(AP) — Ohio’s governor on
Tuesday dedicated a new
state park and wildlife
area named for Olympic
great Jesse Owens.
Gov. John Kasich, ac-
companied by two of Ow-
ens’ daughters, said that
achievements of “heroes”
such as Owens should be
preserved to inspire oth-
ers to “overcome challeng-
es and accomplish their
very best.”
Owens was a world
record-setting sprinter at
Ohio State University and
Tyler Good, Duane Moore, Jeremy Allomong won four gold medals at
Tyler Good, Lincoln Brown, Jaiden Beebe, Jeremiah Brace the 1936 Olympic Games DEDICATION ... In this Aug. 5, 1936 file photo, Ameri-
in Berlin. He died in 1980 can athlete Jesse Owens practices in the Olympic Vil-
at age 66. lage in Berlin. Two of Owens’ daughters are expected to
accompany Ohio Gov. John Kasich during dedication
“He’s one of my he- events at Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium in Colum-
roes,” Kasich said at the bus, Ohio, Tuesday, July 17, 2018, and later in the
ceremony at Jesse Ow- day at Miner’s Memorial Park in McConnelsville, Ohio.
ens Memorial Stadium in (AP Photo, File)
Columbus. “He jumped
and he jumped and he
jumped into glory — and
history,” Kasich said of The money came from hunting and
Owens’ long-jump gold. “He sent a mes- fishing license fees and parks and wa-
sage to Hitler: He was not ever going to tercraft funds.
triumph.”
Kasich was joined Tuesday by Owen’s
The governor personally chose to daughters Marlene Owens Rankin and
name the park after Owens, The Colum- Beverly Owens Prather. Both women
bus Dispatch reported. now live in Chicago.

Jesse Owens State Park and Wildlife “What an incredible honor,” Rankin
Area in eastern Ohio was created after said. “He would be amazed and proud
Ohio’s Department of Natural Resourc- at such recognition. ... It’s more than he
es struck a deal with American Electric ever would have imagined, preserving
Power to buy a large portion of a 60,000- his memory in such an indelible way.”
acre (24,281-hectare) parcel. The state
hopes to buy more land from AEP to cre- The land spans parts of Guernsey,
ate the largest park in the state. Morgan, Muskingum and Noble counties
in eastern Ohio.

College Football Playoff Agrees
To Bowl Games Through 2026

Kaylie Wagoner, Jodi Warner, Maria Pieper IRVING, Texas (AP) — The College the unique opportunities they offer to
Football Playoff agreements for the Cot- visitors,” Hancock said.
ton Bowl Classic, Fiesta Bowl and Peach
Bowl have been extended six years The three bowl games will host a CFP
through 2026. game every year during the six-year
period: the semifinals twice, and other
Bill Hancock, executive director of non-playoff games assigned by the CFP
the College Football Playoff, made the selection committee four times.
announcement Friday.
The Orange, Rose and Sugar Bowls
“The communities of greater Dal- were previously announced as semifi-
las, Phoenix and Atlanta have fully em- nals hosts on a rotating basis through
braced the opportunity to be a part of 2026.
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