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Volume 62, No. 38 Columbia Station, Ohio March 27, 2017

North Ridgeville High School Grafton Fire Chief Retires
Drama Club presents Oklahoma
Grafton Village Coun-
Will Parker (center), played by Randy Wysocky, entertains his friends with his “little wonder.” cil has accepted the re-
tirement of Fire Chief
The Broadway clas- John Cutter after nearly Retiring Village of Grafton Fire Chief, John Cutter.
sic musical Rodgers and 60 years of service to the
Hammerstein’s “Okla- village. Cutter’s service
homa!” is being pre- began in the police de-
sented by the NRHS partment in 1960, where
Drama Club. The large he worked until 1976. He
production includes a served as a patrol of?-
cast & crew from North cer, a lieutenant and then
Ridgeville High School, captain. Cutter became a
Middle School and Wil- ?re?ghter with the Graf-
cox Elementary. It is a ton Volunteer Fire Depart-
presentation to be en- ment in 1976. He was pro-
joyed by young and old moted to lieutenant in the
alike. Performances are mid-1980s and has served
March 30 & 31 and April as chief since 1999. Cut-
1 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, ter will remain chief until
April 2, at 2 p.m. Tick- a new chief is appointed,
ets are $8 for adults and approved by council and
$6 for students and will set into the position. The
be available at the door. village will put together
Seating is plentiful. All a job description appro-
performances will be at priate for a small village,
the North Ridgeville Ed- part-time chief position
ucation Center, located at heading a volunteer de-
partment.

Fire Departments’ Pancake Breakfasts

Laurey, played by Jordyn Haycraft, is romanced by Curly, Rochester Volunteer Fire Department - An
played by Joey Cook. all-you-can-eat Pancake Breakfast, including
scrambled eggs, sausage, coffee and orange
5490 Mills Creek Lane, Center Ridge Rd.) drink, will be served at the Rochester Rod and
in North Ridgeville (be- Photo Credit: Lifelines Gun Club, located at 200 Eagle Street, on Sun-
hind Dairy Queen on Images day, April 2, from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost is a $7
donation for adults and $5 donation for chil-
dren. Take-outs will be available. Watch for
their other upcoming events: Chicken BBQ
on May 6 and their famous Pig Roast - TBA.
Come in support of your local, volunteer ?re
department!

Dinosaurs in the Metro Park Litch?eld Fire & Rescue Association - An
all-you-can-eat Pancake Breakfast on Sunday,
The Lorain County Metro Parks will have a new event starting on April 8, “Dino- April 2, from 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the Fire Sta-
saurs!” Walk through interpretive dioramas and scavenger hunt along the children’s tion, located at 9487 Norwalk Road, in Litch?eld. Cost is $7 for adults, $5 for children
discovery trail. Try your hand at a game of operation with dinosaur bones or get your 6-12 and free for children 5 and under. The Bloodmobile will be there from 8 a.m.-12
hands dirty in our dino dig. Take a walk through time on the short loop p.m. Donate a pint of blood and get a free pancake breakfast! Come in support of your
trail and learn about dinosaurs through interpretive displays local ?re and rescue!

“Dinosaurs!” will run April 8 through May 7, daily from Columbia Township Fire Station -
noon-6 p.m. at the Carlisle Visitors Center. Tickets can be An all-you-can-eat Pancakes, blueberry pancakes, sausage, juice, milk and coffee
purchased inside the Carlisle Visitor Center for $3 per will be served at the Columbia Township Fire Station, located at 25540 Royalton Rd.,
person; 3 and under are free. Weekends will feature food on Sunday, April 9, from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost is a $7 for adults and $4 for senior citi-
trucks, with the exception of Easter weekend. The nook gift zens and children. Children under 2 eat free. Take-outs will be available.
shop will be open and have plenty of dinosaurs, games and sou- As always, the Red Cross will be on hand accepting much needed blood donations.
venirs. Take the time to help others by donating blood. All donors eat for free!
Take the opportunity to come and enjoy some good food, tour the ?re station,
This event is in celebration of the park’s 60th anniversary. The Carlisle Visitor check out the trucks and equipment and meet the men and women of the department
Center is located at 12882 Diagonal Rd., in LaGrange. who work hard to protect the community.
Your continued support is always appreciated. Come let us show our thanks. We
look forward to seeing you soon!

Community Directory Carlisle 8 Grafton 14 N. Ridgeville 10 Churches 6
Columbia 3 Grafton Twp. 15 Wellington 12 Profile Page 7
Eaton 8 LaGrange 19 Events page 2 Let’s Eat 11

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LOCAL

Events

March 25 March 25 March 26 On the ?rst day of spring, a person at the North Pole would see the sun
skimming across the horizon, beginning six months of uninterrupted
IX Indoor Amusement Park Country Music Show Canoe & Kayak Race daylight. A person at the South Pole would see the sun skimming across

Returns till April 17th. The Lagrange Twp Fire?ghters The race covers an eight-mile the horizon, signaling the start of six months of darkness.
Association is having their 24th course which ?nishes at the
Vendor & Craft Fair Annual Music Show with David Vermilion River Reservation. March 31 April 2 April 8
Ball. 2 shows in one night! Call There are 17 separate classes
Over 50 different vendors, hour- 440-355-4481 for tickets. for the race with awards given Wine & Beer Tasting Pancake Breakfast Road to Freedom
ly performance by Elie Magic, to amateurs
and food concessions! Pro- Keystone High School We will have 8 beers on draft All you can eat pancakes! Face your fears and test your
ceeds to bene?t 2018 Columbia LaGrange Shoep?e Garden Park and from the can. We are We Bloodmobile will also be there courage as you play the role of
After Prom. Admission $1 6:00pm & 8:30pm 11106 Market St, will also have 10-12 wines avail- for donations. Donate a pint a pre-Civil War slave traveling
Birmingham, OH able to sample as well. Our chef of blood and get a FREE pan- the Underground Railroad hop-
Columbia Middle School Joe Cottom Bene?t Registration at 9:00am will be on hand to pair food with cake breakfast. Adults $7, Kids ing to escape to freedom $5.
13646 West River Rd., the wine and beer samples. 6-12yrs $5.
Columbia Station A Bene?t Dinner includes a www.Keelhaulers.org French Creek Reservation
9:00am - 3:00pm baked or fried chicken meal Rozi’s Wine House Litch?eld Fire Station 4530 Colorado Ave,
with mashed potatoes, vege- Pasta Paradise 14900 Detroit Ave., 9487 Norwalk Rd Shef?eld Village
Hop into Spring Craft Show table, salads, breads, desserts Fundraiser Lakewood Litch?eld 4:00pm then every 30 min
and beverage. Raf?es, door 6:00pm - 8:00pm 8:00am - 12:30pm
35 + Vendors including Hand- prizes and musical entertain- Lorain Historical Society fund- April 8
made crafts, jewelry, home ment. Presale tickets are $15/ raiser includes a delicious pas- Slice of History Dinner April 3
decor, make-up, health & well- person or $20 at the door. Call ta buffet (3 varieties), salad, Dinosaurs!
ness, cooking and more! Free for tickets(440) 539-6990. bread, Italian dessert and a Harry Haskell previews his new Free Fitness Fest
admission. glass of wine or beer. Coffee, novel “Maiden Flight”, the true- With an outdoor dino trail, an
Eagles Club tea and soft drinks are also life story of the “Wright sister,” Come and sample all of the indoor dino discovery area and
Columbia VFW Hall 27190 Royalton Rd, available. Cost $20 Katharine. Presentation fol- exciting classes offered at La- activities, this Dinosaurs! event
25742 Royalton Rd Columbia Station lowing dinner. For tickets visit Grange Yoga for FREE! Come is perfect for the whole fami-
Columbia Station 5:00pm Jackalope Lakeside http://eshop.iwasm.org for one or come for all! Healthy ly. Includes food from some of
9:00am - 3:00pm 301 Lakeside Ave, Lorain snacks, Give Aways, Fair Trade your favorite local food trucks
Bowl for Kids’ Sake March 25-26 2:00pm - 6:00pm IWASM at Burke Items from 10,000 Villages and on the weekends. Runs now till
Lakefront Airport, Class Specials will be offered. May 7th. $3/person over 3yrs.
Come and bowl for 2 hours Eggxtra Spring Sale www.lorainhistory.org/events 1501 N. Marginal Rd,
and help the Big Brothers Big Cleveland LaGrange Yoga Carlisle Reservation
Sisters of Lorain! It’s a fun and Stop by and pick an egg to win March 30 6:30pm for dinner 544 N. Center St 12882 Diagonal Rd,
exciting day full of local celebri- a surprise! Visit the 15 dealers LaGrange LaGrange
ties, entertainment, raf?es, pric- in 2 ?oors! Columbia After Prom 11:00am - 3:00pm 12:00pm - 6:00pm Daily
es and so much more. Fundraiser
Main Street Antiques Advertise Your Event!
Rebman Bowling Alley 335 Main St, Oberlin Bring your family and friends
5300 Oberlin Ave., Lorain 11:00am - 5:00pm to eat or carry-out your meal. A April 1 • Event Name
2:00pm portion of the proceeds will ben- • Description of Event
March 26 e?t the Columbia class of 2017 April Fools Day Tour
7 After Prom. (Includes up to 25 Words)
Hoppin Around the Barn The out-of-the-ordinary 75 min • Date
Bootleggers guided tour takes participants • Location
Come visit with the rescue 34550 E Royalton, through the Heritage Center’s • Time
horses and enjoy horse rides, Columbia Station three beautifully preserved
Easter egg hunt, Easter bon- 5:00pm to Close buildings and includes some • Website (if needed)
net contest, games and prizes, lesser-known (yet true) stories
snacks, and photo opportunity of Oberlin’s past. Adults $6, call • There is a cost to advertise
with the Easter Bunny. Bring for reservations (440) 774-1700. • Restrictions apply to certain
your own camera. $10 donation
Oberlin Heritage Center events, call to check!
Evergreen Farm Monroe House
13297 Durkee Rd, Grafton 73½ S. Professor St. Call: 440-236-5103
1:00pm - 4:00pm Oberlin
10:00am

WEEKLY CALENDAR Free Hot Meal & Food Pantry RURAL-URBAN RECORD, March 27, 2017 Page 3
Monday, March 27:
Columbia Board of Zoning will be holding a meeting tonight On Saturday, April 1, a free hot meal will be served and a Lost Dog
to hear a case at 6:30 p.m. The community is welcome to attend. perishable foods pantry will be available at New Life Wesleyan
Wednesday, March 29: Church from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. This is a monthly event, held the ?rst Athena is a Boxer that was
Columbia Local School District will welcome “Operation Saturday of every month, and the meal and food pantry (featur- lost from her home in Bruns-
Street Smart” to the CHS gymnasium. This presentation is for ing fresh perishable foods) is available at no charge to all local wick, Ohio. She lives on 147,
adults only. It is a nationally recognized program and will be residents. The church is located at 11149 West River Road, in Marks Road. If you have seen
bene?cial to teachers and parents. Communities across Lorain Columbia Station. For more information, please contact Kathy at Athena or have rescued a fe-
County are welcome. The program will begin at 6:30 p.m. (440) 840-2923 or Susan at (216) 906-5091. male boxer and are looking for
her owner, please call Jessica
CHS Weekly Calendar Columbia’s Future Chef at (216) 333-9318. Athena is
missed very much and would
Monday, March 27: Grand Prize Winner Makayla Newton. love to get back home to Jes-
6:45 p.m. Academic Banquet at West Side Irish American Club. sica.
Tuesday, March 28: On Tuesday, the Future Chef competition sponsored by
End of 3rd Grading Period. Sodexo, was held at Columbia Middle School. The number of April Book Sale
5 p.m. Softball-Avon; V-H, JV-A. students who submitted recipes was nearly 30. There were 2
6 p.m. Wrestling Banquet. ?nalists from grades 2-4. Finalists were 2nd grade - Makayla On April 4-8 during regular library hours, the Friends of the
Wednesday, March 29: Newton and Kaitlyn Glandorf; 3rd grade - Joshua Bodo and Pip- Columbia Library are sponsoring a book sale open to everyone.
6:30 p.m. Operation Street Smart. er Erman; 4th grade - Rebecca Sorensen and Alianna Ibarra. The When you come to the book sale, talk with the Friends of the
Friday, March 31: chefs all did an outstanding job with their dishes. Library about becoming a member.
College Now in Guidance Of?ce.
10 a.m. Junior FT to CSU. The top 3 ?nishers were, 3rd place Alianna Ibarra, 2nd place COLUMBIA NEWS CONTINUED ON PAGE 5
Saturday, April 1: - Piper Erman and the grand prize winner - Makayla Newton.
9 a.m.-12 p.m. Saturday School. Makayla made a dessert called Yogurt Pie. Her recipe will be Columbia Station
9 a.m. Track at Avon Lake Invitational. featured for one week at Rachel’s Diner in Grafton. The recipe V.F.W. Post #9340
will also be entered into Sodexo’s regional competition.
After Prom fund-raiser 25742 Royalton Rd., Columbia Station
Thanks to the judges Graig Bansek, CLSD Superintendent;
Come to Bootleggers on Thursday, March 30, and Wednes- Troy Bunner, Copopa Principal; Wayne Brassell, CLSD Board (440) 236-3323
day, April 12, from 5 p.m. to closing for fund-raisers planned by Member; Jan Diamond, American Dairy Council and Angie
the After Prom Committee. Bring your family and friends to eat Smith of Rachel’s Diner. Many thanks also go to the adult help- FISH FRIES
or carry-out your meal. A portion of the proceeds will bene?t the ers in the kitchen, Debbie Butler, Sandy Rundle, Connie Arndt,
Columbia Class of 2017 After Prom. Arlene Garibotti and Carol Roginsky. Congratulations Makay- Every Friday Now till April 14th
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COLUMBIA NEWS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 3 Beginning Farmer workshop series RURAL-URBAN RECORD, March 27, 2017 Page 5

Columbia Trustees Meeting Do you want to start farming? Join OSU Extension in Medi- 18th annual Ohio Barn Conference
na County to learn what you need to consider to get started. “Too
The Columbia Township Board of Trustees met on March Big to Mow? What Can I Grow?” is a beginning farmer work- Come join barn enthusiasts, barn owners and maybe even a
20 in the Town Hall with all three trustees present. The minutes shop series of 4 classes designed to help landowners examine po- few barn “huggers” at Ohio’s only annual barn tour & confer-
of the March 6 meeting were approved as written. The Trust- tential ways to increase pro?ts on their small acreage. This series ence to be held in hilly Holmes County. Friday is an all-day bus
ees voted to pay the bills and payroll. The bills amounted to is open to all new or aspiring farmers, new rural landowners and tour, including lunch, visiting several century barns. Saturday’s
$47,206.81 and payroll amounted to $22,855.18, bringing the small farmers. Classes are Tuesdays, April 4, 11, 18 & 25, from barn conference also includes lunch and will feature local histori-
total to $70,061.99. The receipts totaled $26,503.73. 6-9 p.m. at the OSU Extension Of?ce, 120 W. Washington St., in ans, guest speakers, demonstrations and a good dose of barn lore.
Medina. A light dinner will be served prior to each session.
Department Reports Millersburg, Ohio, April 28 & 29 - Please join Friends of
The Zoning Inspector reported 3 permits issued, of which one Cost is $60 per family for all 4 sessions. For more information Ohio Barns for yet another educational barn adventure! Friday
was a single family dwelling, bringing the total for the year to and to download the registration form, visit http://go.osu.edu/ kicks off the Full Conference package with a daylong bus tour
21. A violation letter was sent to a resident on S. Boone for unli- farm. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited! Registration through Holmes County to see and explore some wonderful his-
censed vehicles on the property. He had all 6 vehicles licensed. deadline is March 28, or when class ?lls. Call (330) 725-4911 toric barns. A ?rst for this barn group will be a barn with double
Another violation letter had been sent to a resident in Columbia ext. 106 for more information. outshots and a stone end! This farmstead also sports a house with
Reserve in regards to having 8 trees removed from the road right- clapboard siding with brick in?ll throughout. We plan to visit
of-way by April 1. She asked for an extension, but the trustees all Attention Senior Citizens the Lang Farm to see their working dairy operation and see their
said No. They will need to be moved by April 1. The Compre- timber framed barn with chamfered interior posts. There will be
hensive Plan is going to the County Planning Board to be read Columbia High School and the CHS Key Club would like to a stop at an Amish farm that has an amazing hand hewn Sweitzer
and approved. It will be sent back to the Zoning Commission. invite you to their biannual Senior Citizens Breakfast. This event barn. One stop will be at the County Home Barn, which is the
The next meeting of the Zoning Commission is April 6 at 6 p.m. is open to all Columbia residents and grandparents of Columbia of?cial bicentennial barn in Holmes County. We will also take a
in the Town Hall. The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet Mon- local students. The breakfast will be held on Wednesday, April look at two re-purposed barns on this tour; one being the Shrein-
day, March 27, at 6:30 in the Town Hall for one case on a home 26, at 8:45 a.m. in the high school cafeteria. Please note this is a er barn that was moved to the county fairgrounds and the won-
occupation for transfer and sale of guns. The Road-Service Di- change of date. It is free of charge. They will be serving breakfast derfully painted “Legends of Music” Barn. There is always so
rector reported that ?re truck 211, the new one, is having trouble casseroles, hash browns, fresh fruit, muf?ns and a variety of bev- much to learn from the Barn Detectives, Rudy Christian and Dan
with the check engine light. If it persists, it will have to be sent erages. If you would like to attend, please call (440) 236-5001 Troth, and other knowledgeable members about barn structures
back for repair, but it is under warranty. The Township’s new before 3 p.m. on Monday, April 24, to make your reservations. and the unique aspects of the barns chosen for this tour.
truck had to have some items added that were ordered but left off.
The truck is coming in Thursday. The Director asked the Trustees Fish Fry Saturday’s conference will be a day ?lled with presentations.
for permission to purchase a two-way radio for the truck. The This year the conference will be held in the Barn at Flying Ridge
Trustees voted to approve the purchase up to $680. The Issue I American Legion Post #421, located at 22001 Brookpark Hunt Club. Our Keynote speaker will be Mariangela P?ster, who
project of Folley Road Culvert is ?nished. Public Works of Ohio Rd., in Fairview Park, will be having their Fish Fry’s on Fridays will be speaking about the importance of preserving old barns and
sent $54,484 to Buckeye Excavating and Construction on Feb. from March 3-April 14. Stop by between 4:30-7:30 and choose other structures. Can Troth and Nick Weissenberg will present on
16 for the work they did. The bridge on Folley Road is scheduled from Perch, Cod or Shrimp dinners with a side of French fries the Allan Barn at Carriage Hill with results from Nick’s dendro-
to be ?xed by ODOT for April, but no one has heard any thing or pierogies, coleslaw, coffee/tea and dessert. Children’s Mac & chronology testing. We have John and Caleb Miller performing a
about the project. There has been no communication in regards Cheese dinners are also available. New this year, they will also hewing demonstrating while Barb Gabriel, from Hancock Coun-
to the closed bridge on Snell Road either. There are 1500 Tons be serving clam chowder. Dinners range in price from $3-$11. ty, will discuss the Barn Quilt Movement throughout Ohio. Fred
of salt in the salt shed and 1000 Tons more are scheduled to be Voted Top 10 on Cleveland.com. Krift will have much to say about his round barn at Nutwood
delivered. The Fire Chief’s report was 35 on call, 33 ?re calls to Place and how he intends to preserve this wonderful barn. And,
date and 133 EMS calls. There were 15 mutual aid assists and 23 PTA Mother and Son Dance of course, the Barn Detectives will follow up with their ?ndings
mutual aid requests. Rita Plata gave the cemetery report: $1,625 from Friday’s tour with a slide show and their usual antics. The
was received for burials and $1,700 for the sale of graves. The Columbia PTA cordially invites you to attend the “3rd 2017 Barn of the Year Awards will be presented during the lunch
Old Business annual Mother and Son Dance.” The dance is open to moms, break and we will also hold our Annual Meeting. There will be
The lots in Columbia Reserve, with utility connection issues, step-moms, aunts, grandmas or guardians of young gentlemen exhibits and vendors, along with the annual silent auction ?lled
have been redrawn. It will be the way it was done and approved currently attending the Columbia Local School System. The with interesting items and much more! Please join us for what
by the Trustees in the ?rst place. Two ?ashing stop signs will be dance will be on Friday, April 28, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Copo- will be a very entertaining and educational conference. The pub-
completely repaired for approximately $4000. The Hawke Road pa & CMS Gym. Take this opportunity to get all dressed up! Plan lic is welcome to attend.
Culvert Replacement Project is con?rmed. The Eaton trustees on semi-formal attire.
are in agreement. It is a joint project between Columbia and Ea- Friends of Ohio Barns is a 501c3 non-pro?t membership
ton Townships. Hazel Eyes Photography will be there to take your pictures based organization created to promote awareness of the signi?-
and “Music for all Occasions” will be the DJ for the evening. cance of Ohio’s historic barns through educational opportunities
Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast that bring together barn owners, barn lovers and folks who be-
Cost is $10 per couple and $2 per extra child. Light snacks lieve in the stewardship of Ohio barns. Visit our website http://
The Olmsted Falls Kiwanis is holding its annual Palm Sun- will be provided. Registration forms will be sent home from www.friendsofohiobarns.org for more information and to regis-
day Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, April 9, from 8 a.m.-12:30 school with your child. To make a donation of snacks for the ter online to attend the Ohio Barn Conference. If you have any
p.m. at the Olmsted Falls High School. All-you-can-eat pancakes event, to purchase tickets or for additional information, you can questions, you may also contact Friends Secretary Sarah Wood-
and French toast, sausage, juice and/or coffee. Pictures with the contact Michelle Boetticher by email at [email protected] all at [email protected] or Friends President Ric
Easter Bunny will be available and there will be door prizes and (please put Mom/Son Dance in the subject line). Beck at [email protected] or (614) 738-4302. The public
a Chinese Raf?e. Cost is a $6 donation and kids under 3 eat free. is welcome to attend.
Columbia Hot Stove Fund-raiser
Letter to the Editor Hospice Warehouse Sale
Columbia Hot Stove will hold their annual fund-raiser on Sat-
To the Editor: urday, April 8, from 6-9 p.m. in the grand hall of the Columbia The next Hospice of the Western Reserve Warehouse Sale is
I am a Columbia resident and had the privilege of attending Eagles, located at 27190 Royalton Road. Tickets are $25 each scheduled for Friday, May 12, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., and Saturday, May
the Community Forum on March 13 regarding citizens’ concerns and include pizza, pasta, wings and salad plus all-you-can-drink 13, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., at Hospice of the Western Reserve Head-
about discharging ?rearms. I walked out of that meeting being domestic draft, well drinks and soda! They will also have a 50/50 quarters, 17876 St. Clair Ave., Cleveland. Whether it’s sprucing
incredibly proud to live in Columbia. About 100 people attended drawing, side boards and basket raf?es. up a home, staging a property, locating a “like new” desk for a
and shared their views and asked questions. This is a divisive student or ?nding a dining room table large enough for holiday
subject for many and the civility expressed by our community Plan to join them for a fun night out with friends and support gatherings, Hospice of the Western Reserve’s Warehouse Sale is
in this forum was exemplary. I think it was wonderful to bring the kids as they get ready to take the ?eld for baseball and soft- the place to be to ?nd gently used home furnishings, accents and
together our Trustees, State Reps, Prosecutor, Sheriff’s Dept. and ball! Email [email protected] or contact Keli Cher- accessory pieces - all priced at a fraction of their original retail
even neighboring townships to be heard by our community and venak at 440-552-1999 for tickets or more information. prices!
provide insight and feedback to all. This was what I was looking
for when choosing to move to a small township and just another PTA Family Movie Night In addition to furniture, framed artwork and lamps, the se-
one of the great rights and freedoms which I value here. lection often includes matching sets of ?ne china, glassware,
Shawn Ondrejko, Columbia Station The Columbia PTA is hosting their annual “Family Movie antiques, collectibles and one-of-a-kind treasures. The proceeds
Night’ on Friday, March 31. Doors will open at 6 p.m. Movie not only support seriously ill patients and their families, but vet-
STEAM-24 Competition night will be held in the Copopa Gym (enter through the CMS erans in need of specialized care, grief and trauma counseling in
Lobby doors). Popcorn and candy is provided and you will have schools and other community-based programs provided by the
On March 2, Columbia had 33 students from 4th through the opportunity to purchase raf?e tickets for some amazing priz- non-pro?t agency throughout northern Ohio. Cash and major
6th grade compete in the newly-named STEAM-24 competition es! credit cards (VISA, MasterCard, and Discover) are accepted for
(formerly Math Mania) at Lorain County Community College. payment (no checks). Ample parking is available in the Hospice
The event was hosted by the Gifted Consortium of the Educa- Tackle and Flag Football Registration of the Western Reserve parking lot (follow the “Warehouse Sale”
tional Service Center of Lorain County. Half of the competition signs upon arrival at the agency’s site).
involved playing the 24 game, which is a math game where stu- Columbia Youth Football (CYF) Registration for the fall
dents are provided with four numbers on a card and they need to 2017 season is now open. Donations of furniture and household goods are still actively
?gure out how to add, subtract, multiply or divide the numbers being sought. Furniture items will be previewed by volunteers
to equal 24. Four 4th grade students went on to semi?nals: Grant Tackle Football - CYF is part of the Lake Erie Youth Foot- prior to acceptance for donation; tax receipts will be provided.
Johnson, Caden Davison, Ronan Evans and Lucas Krejsa. Two ball League (LEYFL) and includes 10 of the 12 teams in our high Arrangements can be made to pick up large furniture or fragile
5th grade students went on to the semi?nals: Angelina Ibarra and school conference. This is a great opportunity for your football donations free of charge from some locations in northern Ohio
Lorelei Sikorski. Three 6th grade students went on to the semi?- player to learn the game and play the same teams they will play (donations to help defray the cost of movers are greatly appreci-
nals: Sam Skor, Kyleigh Titherage and Collin Gillihan. in middle school and high school. Why not get a head start and ated). Those interested in contributing items for the sale should
build a solid foundation? Games are played on Saturdays on full contact the Warehouse Sale Team at (216) 255-9090.
The other half of the competition involved the coding of a size football ?elds - often the same ?elds as our High School
Sphero robot ball prior to the competition to run through a geo- players, and sometimes under the lights! They offer Junior Varsi- The agency is unable to accept bedding, books, clothing,
metric golf course that was taped on 5x7 rugs. Students prepared ty for 3rd/4th grade players and Varsity for 5th/6th grade players. cribs and car seats, small electronics, small and major applianc-
for both halves of the competition for weeks and loved having Roster size is limited to the ?rst 25 players, so sign up early to es, medical supplies, sporting goods, children’s toys and games,
the opportunity to show what they learned and compete. guarantee a spot. Cost is $100 - register before May 1 for a $25 computers and related hardware, mattresses and box springs,
discount. televisions and stuffed animals.
Congratulations to all students who competed in the compe-
tition! Columbia was proud to have you represent them at the PAC 12 Teams included in The LEYFL - Black River - Buck- To receive notice of upcoming sales, send an email to: ware-
competition. Thank you to the Gifted Consortium of the Educa- eye - Keystone - Wellington - Brookside (Shef?eld) - Amherst [email protected] or visit hospicewr.org/warehousesale
tion Service Center of Lorain County for hosting this event. - Columbia - Clearview - Oberlin - Fairview. for a schedule. For a list of upcoming sales, visit www.hospice-
wr.org/cleveland-resale-shop. For more information, visit hos-
CHS Guidance news Flag Football - They also offer ?ag football for K-2 gradea. picewr.org or call 800-707-8922.
This is played through the Strongsville Football League and all
Attention Seniors: games are played Saturday morning on Lunn Road. No helmets General Plug and Mfg. Co.
The following local scholarships are available to seniors in or pads - just footwork, running plays and ball handling. Cost is NOW HIRING
the CHS Guidance Of?ce to pick up. Scholarship applications $55 - register before May 1 for the $25 discount.
are due by Tuesday, April 4, no later than 3 p.m. The Columbia Part- Time Workers
Endowment Scholarship is available on the CHSwebsite. See If you want more information, need a registration form or Contact Megan at 440-926-1757
Mrs. Hechko for an application. have questions, please call Pam at (440) 742-3456, email co-
Scholarships available: Columbia Athletic Boosters, CLEA, [email protected] or like them on Facebook at Mon- Friday 9am-4pm.
Columbia Fireman, Columbia PTA, Columbia Eagles and Life- “Columbia Youth Football.”
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Page 6, RURAL-URBAN RECORD, March 27, 2017 Free Easter Service Listing Chinese Auction/Pasta Dinner

The Rural-Urban Record We are publishing our 2017 Easter Issue in The Ru- LaPorte United Methodist Church will be having a Mis-
ral-Urban Record the week of April 10, 2017. That issue sion’s Mother’s Day Chinese Auction and Pasta on Dinner
Published Weekly on Monday will include special pages for area churches to list their Saturday, May 13, at 5:30 p.m. Cost for the dinner is adult/$9
Easter Services for free. Deadline to submit requests is and children under 12/$5. Chinese auction and dinner tickets
Abel E. Carpenter & Grace A. Carpenter by April 4, 2017. All Easter Service information will be will be available at the door. LaPorte United Methodist is lo-
Founders 1955 listed in the April 10 issue on these special pages only. cated at 2071 Grafton Road, in Elyria. For advance tickets or
No services will be listed on our church page. more information, call the church of?ce at (440) 458-5717.
Lee Boise, Publisher & President All proceeds from this event will help support the outreach
Leonard Boise, Publisher 1993-2010 All churches interested in a free Easter Service list- missions of LaPorte United Methodist Church.
ing, please call Randi at (440) 236-8982 for complete
Mailing Address: information. Chicken Paprikas Dinner
P.O. Box 966, Columbia Station, OH 44028
Located at 24487 Squire Rd, Columbia Station Men’s Conference The Saint Agnes Altar and Rosary is sponsoring their an-
Phone: 440-236-8982 • Fax: 440-236-9198 nual Chicken Paprikas Dinner on Palm Sunday, April 9, from
Christian Unity Church, located at 36353 Capel Road, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. in the Saint Agnes Church Hall, 611 Lake
Email: [email protected] in Grafton, is having a Men’s Conference event, “Eagle’s Avenue in Elyria. Dinner includes homemade chicken pa-
Website: www.rural-urbanrecord.com Wings,” on Saturday, April 1, from 5-8 p.m. for ages 12 and prika and dumplings, salad, bread and butter, dessert and a
up. Guest speakers are Rev. Garry Sorrell and Rev. Eugene, beverage. Tickets are $12 for adults, $5 for children 6-12,
DEADLINE: Crouch with special singing by Dustin Gray. Cost is $10 per children 5 and under are free. Tickets are available at the door.
News articles & all ads - Wednesday by 12pm person and dinner is included. Registration is required. To Carry-outs available, but must bring own containers.
register, call the church of?ce at (440) 748-1008 or Pastor
OFFICE HOURS: Mon-Thurs., 9am-4pm Neal Brock at (440) 323-6871. Deadline for registration is BELIEVE IN THE
Out of Area Subscriptions - $35/year March 26. THE POWER OF PRAYER

Pierogi Lunches Gentle Woman Fellowship FUNERAL HOME &
CREMATION SERVICES
Pierogi lunches are available on Fridays during Lent from Gentle Woman Fellowship, an Intra-Parish group,
11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at St. Mary Parish Hall, 250 Third Street in meets on the ?rst fridays of each month at St. Clarence Parish Helping You Plan a Personal Remembrance
Elyria. The menu includes: ?ve Sophia choice pierogis with Center, located at 30106 Lorain Rd., in N. Olmsted.
or without sour cream and onions, applesauce, salad, roll, but- DAVID BOGNER
ter and a beverage. Cost for the lunch is $6. Take-out orders The schedule of activities begin at 9:30 a.m. with a “Pray
are available by calling 323-5539 or by faxing 322-2329. the Rosary” event, followed by Holy Mass attendance at 10 FAMILY FUNERAL HOME
a.m. Coffee or Tea will be served and a special talk session
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Community of Faith United Church of Christ is selling The next ?rst Friday event will be on April 7. Father Joe
Hungarian Sausage for $6 per lb., (new reduced price) sold Mamich, Pastor of St. Joseph in Strongsville, will be the cel- Laubenthal Funeral
in two lb. packages. To place an order, call (440) 309-6828, ebrant and speaker this month. He also serves as Chaplain Services
(440) 366-4651, (440) 328-7534 or the church of?ce at (440) to Strongsville Police Department and Fire and Emergency
322-3781. Orders are accepted through Monday, April 3. Pick Services Department. Father was ordained in 2006 and com- Offering Forethought
up your order on Saturday, April 8, from 1-4 pm at Commu- pleted his studies with a Master of Arts in Theology focusing Funeral Pre-Planning
nity of Faith UCC, located at 9715 East River Rd., in Elyria. on the history of the Catholic Church in America. The topic
of Father Joe’s talk will be “The Blue and the Black: Re?ec- LAUBENTHAL-MERCADO
Pierogi & Strudel Sale tions of a Safety Forces Chaplain.”
38475 Chestnut Ridge Rd. • Elyria, Ohio 44035
The Lenten pierogi sale at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, All women welcome! Come and bring a friend! No reser- 440-322-4626 • 440-323-1929
located at 25801 Royalton Road, in Columbia Station, con- vations needed. If you have any questions, call Mary Hoover www.laubenthalmercado.com
tinues. Final orders must be called in by Monday, April 3, at (330) 636-1698 or Mary Tschanz at (440) 235-6258.
for pick up on Thursday, April 6. Pick up times are 2-6:30 LOCAL FAMILIES COMMITTED TO SERVING OUR COMMUNITY
p.m. The pierogies are sold by the dozen and have the follow- Faith in Action program
ing ?llings: potato, potato/cheese, sauerkraut, ricotta cheese, Funeral Home is Accessible to the Physically Disabled
prune, cabbage and apple. The strudel ?avors are apple, blue- Faith in Action Medina County Caregivers is pleased to
berry, cheese and cherry. Pierogies are $9 per dozen and stru- announce “What Women Want 2017!” Come and enjoy your- FUNERAL HOME
del strips are $5 each. Forms can be found in the entrance way self for a girls’ night out at this beautiful new venue! This 2089 Columbia Road
of the church, or you may fax your order to the of?ce at (440) girls’ night out event will be held on Thursday, April 27, Valley City, OH 44280
236-5804. Orders can also be called in to (440) 236-5095, from 6-9 p.m. at the White Birch Barn, located at 7180 W.
between 9:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. Smith Road, in Medina. The event is catered by Thyme 2. 330-483-3300
Bring your friends, dress-up and make memories with your
Lake Erie Perch Dinner girlfriends! The evening will be ?lled with music, food, fun, “Understanding When
drinks and the great company! There will be door prizes, raf- Needed Most”
East Oberlin Community Church is hosting a Lake Erie ?es and a cash wine bar. A silent auction and “Wine Pull” will
Perch Dinner with french fries, scalloped potatoes, green be held featuring everything a woman could want! www.bauerfuneralhome1943.com
beans (choice of 2 side dishes), coleslaw, bread, beverage
and dessert. They are located at 43709 Oberlin-Elyria Road, Get your tickets early, this event will sell out fast! Tickets Pre-Need Planning Available
in Oberlin. The dinners are from 4:30-7:30 p.m. on Fridays, are $50 each or a Table of 10 for $450. You can purchase them
March 31 and April 14. Cost of the meal is $15 per person for online at www.?amedina.org, by calling (330) 952-0342 or
adults, $9 for children 6-12 and free for children 5 and under. by mailing a check to Faith in Action, 120 W. Washington St.
Carry-out will be available starting at 4:30 p.m. or dine in 2A, Medina, OH 44256. Please provide names of attendees.
starting at 5 p.m. If you have any questions, please contact
the church of?ce at (440) 774-3443 or Chris Vough at (216) Faith in Action Medina County Caregivers is a network
299-5372 (please leave message if no answer). of community and faith-based volunteers nurturing indepen-
dence, dignity, and quality of life to Medina County’s elderly.

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Youth Group, Kids Club Sunday School Rev. John Ramsey II
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St. Elizabeth www.columbiaumc.net Rev. Steve Spaeth - Pastor 10:45am Our Lady Queen of Peace
Ann Seton Rev. John Bodo Catholic Church
Church of Christ - Associate Pastor Polly Tallos
Catholic Parish Weekend Masses Weekday
Sunday Bible Study 9:30 am 440-236-8600 Christian Ed. & Youth Director Sat. 4:30pm Mass
25801 Royalton Rd. Sunday Worship 10:30 am & 5 pm www.nlwesleyan.org 8:00am
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Page 8, RURAL-URBAN RECORD, March 27, 2017 Butternut Ridge Cemetery

Robson Road Neighborhood Watch News from Eaton Township Hall It’s that time again! Each spring, one week prior to Palm Sun-
day, the cemetery crew does a cleanup. The Cemetery Sexton
The Robson Road Neighborhood Watch monthly meeting will •Please note the Compost Center is closed until April 2017 will remove all winter items. If there are items you wish to keep,
be held Monday, March 27, at The LaPorte Methodist Church at •Please contact the of?ce at (440) 748-2236 or secretary@ please remove those items, otherwise they will be disposed of.
7 p.m. Topics to be covered are centered around community safe- glwb.net to request a Resident Packet with links to Resources in The Township will take no responsibility for those items.
ty on Robson Road and it’s adjoining streets. The Lorain County the County/Township
Sheriff’s Of?ce assigns a Deputy to provide reports of any recent •Please visit the Facebook page for info daily, www.face- Ask the Remodeler
criminal activity as well as answering of any questions. Their book.com/EATONTOWNSHIP
mission is that concerned neighbors on this Street come together •Local Eaton Twp. Businesses (retail & at-home) should con- Question: What is the best countertop material?
and prevent unwanted activity so their street remains one of the tact the secretary to be listed in the Business Listing Answer: The best countertop material is the one that you like
most desirable in the area. This can only be done with every •There are still some dates availability for hall rentals during the best. There are many types of tops and all have features, ben-
willing and concerned resident working together towards that the spring. Call the secretary to schedule your family or of?ce e?ts and drawbacks. Check into each of the options. Compare
goal. New neighbors are welcomed to attend. They are always party. Township Hall Rentals: $50/for Eaton Township Resi- their price, durability, convenience and beauty. Talk to people
open to any constructive ideas to make their street better. Please dents; $75 for non-residents. Lots of open dates. who have experience with each of the options. Ask about what
consider attending if you are a resident of Robson Road or it’s •Did you know the Township will allow you to borrow 7 ta- they do and do not like about their tops. Go to showrooms and
adjoining streets. bles/23 chairs to use for a party. Call the Township to reserve the ask the sales people. They should be able to share the strengths
tables/chairs at (440) 748-2236 (must be an Eaton Twp. Resi- and weaknesses of each material that will enable you to make an
Free tax filing dent). informed decision. Good luck.
•Reminder: Notary Services are complimentary for Township If you have any questions you would like to ask, send them to
Free tax ?ling of Federal and State tax returns is available residents. me via email at [email protected]. --Don Jason
at LaPorte United Methodist Church, located at 2071 Grafton
Rd., in Elyria. Trained tax counselors will assist you in e-?ling or Save The Dates Photography Show
paper ?ling of your returns. Call the church at (440) 458-5717 to 4/3 - 5-7 p.m. Free Clothing Pantry at North Eaton Baptist
arrange an appointment. Times are available most days, evenings Church on S. Reed Rd. The Elyria Arts Council is hosting a Photography Show high-
and weekends through the end of tax ?ling season. 4/12 - 7 p.m. Zoning Commission Public Hearing Re: Ross lighting its members who create art through the lens of a camera.
Rezoning ZA-2017-01. Come meet the artists and learn about the different ways each
Murder Mystery 4/14 through 4/21 - Midview Spring Break. photographer approaches their passion looking through a lens.
4/26 - 5:30-7:30 Pond Clinic, 42110 Russia Road, Elyria The show runs during Gallery Hours through March 31. Gallery
The Friends of MetroParks of Lorain County is sponsoring 4/29 - 10 a.m. Browns Nursery Auction. hours are Wednesday through Saturday, from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
their 12th annual Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre, “A Murder 4/29 - 10 a.m. Veterans Memorial Meeting at Eaton Twp. Ha
Has Been Renounced,” by Lee Mueller. Performances will be Portions of the pro?ts of any sales generally bene?t the gal-
Fridays and Saturdays, May 12-13 and May 19-20. Seating will Free Community Meal lery. The show will be at the Elyria Arts Council Gallery, located
be at 6:30 p.m., with dinner at 7 p.m. The show will be held at at 336 Broad Street, in Elyria.
the Carlisle Visitor Center, located at 12882 Diagonal Road, in A hot, home-cooked meal will be served on Tuesday, March
LaGrange. Tickets are $30 per person or $58 per couple. Group 28, at the North Eaton Christian Church, located at 35895 Roy- VALLEY CITY
rates are also available. For tickets, please call (216) 544-3865. alton Rd., (Rt. 82 and Rt. 83). Doors open at 5 p.m. and the meal VISION CENTER
is served at 5:30 p.m.. Meals are always served on the fourth
Tuesday of each month. Join them for good food and fellowship. FAMILY VISION
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also a farmer and will relate his knowledge as an applicator and
producer. The program will take place on Tuesday, March 28, at GLASSES WELCOME
8:30 a.m. in the large meeting room at the Lorain Agricultural
Center, 42110 Russia Rd., in Elyria. No RSVP is necessary. Hours: Mon & Thurs 9-7; Tues & Fri 9-5, Sat 8:30-Noon
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Page 10, RURAL-URBAN RECORD, March 27, 2017 • 1:15-2 p.m. - Workshop #2 Senior Taylor Daniels’ with paint, paper and their
• 2-3 p.m. - Question and answer panel preschoolers picked the topic hands, making their very own
Garden Club fund-raiser Lunch and snacks will be provided. The event is free and of dinosaurs. Based on their dinosaurs. They are also sort-
open to the public. conversations, they discussed ing dinosaurs by color, and
The Garden Club of North Ridgeville will be hosting a WE3 is a community collaborative made up of 12 partners they already knew their even hatching their very own
fund-raiser at Chipotle, located at 32223 Lorain Road, in North across the nonpro?t, government, and education sectors who names, body types, what they dinosaur egg.
Ridgeville, on March 29, from 4-8 p.m. Everyone loves to eat are coming together to help single moms increase their earning eat and where they live.
out and this is a great opportunity to support a local organization capacity to help them become and remain economically secure Some other topics that
that supports North Ridgeville. Just let the cashier know that you and self-suf?cient. Throughout the two were explored include space,
are supporting the North Ridgeville Garden Club before paying For more information or to register, call (440) 366-4157 or weeks, these children are spiders, police of?cers and
so they will receive their proceeds. 50% of all proceeds go to the visit www.uwWE3.com. Spitzer Conference Center is located completing an art project polar bears.
Garden Club! For more information, call (440) 365-8522. at 1005 N. Abbe Road, Elyria, Ohio.
Black River Audubon
Football League signup Buddy seeks loving home April Programs

The North Ridgeville Football League is holding an early Buddy he was an escape artist and The Jack Smith Outstanding Speaker Series will feature Bri-
sign-up at the North Ridgeville Library, from 10:30 a.m.-1:30 Buddy is a 1-1/2 Year-old keep escaping his yard and an “Fox” Ellis on April 1, at 2 p.m., at the French Creek Na-
p.m. on Saturday, April 8. It is for 6-8 year olds in Flag, 9-10 year male, Treeing Walker Coon- his new family were wor- ture Center, located at 4530 Colorado Ave, in Shef?eld Village.
olds in Junior Tackle and 11-13 year olds in Senior Tackle. Cost hound Puppy who weighs ried that he’d get hit by a car. Mr. Ellis, a nationally known interpreter and storyteller, will be
is $95 per player until May 31, 2017. Cheerleaders are from age 55 lbs. Buddy is Neutered When he was living there, taking on the persona of John James Audubon for his program
5-12 and their cost is $85 until May 31. We are also looking for and is caught up on all of however, he was great with “Sharing the life of John James Audubon.”
Cheer Advisors from 13 years and up. Players and Cheerlead- his vaccines. Buddy was their young kids and lived
ers do not have to live in North Ridgeville. The league provides recently adopted from the with 4 cats and one actually Ellis portrays Audubon in this entertaining and meticulously
all equipment. Contact Bob Miscuda at (440) 926-4779 or (216) APL and returned because slept with him. He enjoys researched monologue drawing from Audubon’s journals, es-
598-7662 for information. being with other dogs, too. says, and letters to his friends and colleagues. In both perfor-
He pulls hard on his leash mances, Fox will introduce the audience to the basic science
LCCC WE3 Women’s Conference and he’s very strong. Buddy skills of ?eld observation, species classi?cation, and bird behav-
is a great family pet and he ior studies. He will explore the concepts of migration, habitat,
Women Empowered, Educated and Employed (WE3) is loves to snuggle when he’s niche, and adaptation. Fox will explain Audubon’s techniques of
hosting the women’s conference “A Day of Empowerment: indoors. He will need a se- painting to help students develop ?eld observation and scienti?c
Providing Hope for Single Mothers of Lorain County from cured backyard or maybe an illustration skills. Be sure not to miss this informative and enter-
Daydreams to Pathways” from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, electric fence that will keep taining program.
April 5 at Lorain County Community College’s Spitzer Con- him safe.
ference Center. The Black River Audubon Society welcomes ?eld biologist
If you’d like to meet Bud- and member Andy Lance as he presents his program “Incorpo-
The program includes: dy, please visit or call the rating Native Plants in an Urban Landscape” on April 4, at 7
• 11 a.m. to noon - Introduction, keynote and lunch Elyria Friendship APL at p.m., at Sandy Ridge Reservation, located at 6195 Otten Road,
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Page 12, RURAL-URBAN RECORD, March 27, 2017 Easter Brunch and Egg Hunt Conrad advised that he him regarding soliciting sig-
had delivered address signs to natures on their petition on
Bursley Road Closure township residents. Dumpster Day. Discussion
The Pen?eld Park Board will be having an Easter Brunch Trustee Johnson reported was held and it was decided
The Lorain County Engineer’s of?ce is announcing the clo- on Palm Sunday, April 9, at Pen?eld Township Hall, 41012 St. on his attendance at a leader- to allow that. Trustee Gordon
sure of Bursley Road, just west of Baker Road, in Huntington Rt. 18, in Wellington. Brunch includes all-you-can-eat eggs, ship input meeting at LCCC. presented the 5-year contract
Township, for the replacement of bridge #0412. The road will pancakes, sausage, ham, biscuits and gravy, coffee, juice and He advised that a very infor- from LC Emergency Man-
be closed beginning Monday, March 27, and will remain closed milk. The Easter Bunny will also be there. Cost is: adults/$6, mative tour was given. He agement Agency for Techni-
until approximately Friday, June 30, weather permitting. Detour kids 3-12/$4 and under 3 is free. The Easter Egg Hunt will be at discussed the re-installation of cal Rescue Response. This
signs will be posted. 1 p.m.; Easter Egg Hunt only is $1. the Storybook Stroll signs w/ contract now covers swift
maintenance man Tyrone. He water rescues. The cost is de-
The work is being completed by Cuyahoga Bridge & Road, Ohio Boater Education Course reported that new LED shop termined per resident and this
Inc. During construction, emergency contacts for Cuyahoga lights had been installed and year it will be 31 cents per, for
Bridge & Road are: Rick Cope, Superintendent, cell - (330) 814- An Ohio Boater Education Course will be held on Satur- requested permission to pur- a total of $554.59. Discussion
6658; Mark Resor, Foreman, cell - (330) 591-7763; and Kevin day, April 22, from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Wellington Reservation chase an additional 3-4 more was held and Trustee Conrad
Schemp, cell - (440) 343-0396. Visitors Center, located at 535 Jones Road, in Wellington. This for the garage. Johnson report- made a motion, seconded by
one-day boater education course will be conducted by mem- ed on communication with the Trustee Johnson, to enter into
Rt. 301 Road Closure bers of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 06-04 of Lorain, family of Dilla Sue Seaman this contract. An invoice will
Ohio. The law requires any boat operator born on or after Jan. regarding future burial. A re- be forthcoming.
Ohio Department of Transportation has announced that Rt. 1, 1982, to successfully complete a boating education course fund will be due the family With no additional busi-
301, just north of Smith Road, between Rt. 18 and Rt. 162 will before operating any craft powered by greater than 10 horse- and will be issued after burial. ness to discuss, the meeting
be closed for culvert repair. Work will begin on Monday, April power. This course ?lls that requirement. Participants will re- Trustee Gordon reported was adjourned at 8:03 PM.
3, 2017 and is scheduled to be completed by Thursday, April 13, ceive a certi?cate/card upon completion as proof of education. that a representative from the Submitted by Vicki Denes,
2017. Detour routing is SR-301 north to SR-162 east, to SR-58 Cost is $30 and includes supplies and lunch. 3 to 7 County Commissioners Fiscal Of?cer
north, to SR-18 east and reverse for southbound traf?c. referendum had approached
To register, call Pier 58 Marine at (440) 774-4338 or email Medina County Park District
Detour signs will be posted. Your cooperation during con- [email protected]. Preregistration and payment is required as
struction will be greatly appreciated. course size is limited. Website: www.pier58marine.com Saturday, April 1: a.m. This series consists of

Herrick Memorial Library Penfield Township Trustees

Adult Writing Group - Thursdays, April 6 & 20 from 6-7:30 The regular March 7 meet- that a building permit and Hiking for the Health of easy walks that explore our
p.m. Join this group if you have a passion for writing of all ven- ing of the Pen?eld Township check had been obtained from It - Letha House Park West different parks while observ-
ues. Bring samples of your writing to share with the group. This Trustees was called to order Jay Murray. - 9-11 a.m. This is a hiking ing the unfolding of nature
group is not like other writing groups; we encourage one another, at 7:30 p.m. All of?cers were club for those adults who can throughout the seasons. These
try new and different forms of writing and learn to create char- present. The meeting was at- Tim Tyrone, as Park Board hike 4-5 miles at a brisk pace. hikes also count toward the
acters and plots for your ?ction pieces, or explore the world of tended by 5 guests. President, advised that the Walking trails can be mild- Natural Discoveries program,
poetry and verse. Registration is encouraged. To register, call Park Board’s brunch will be ly strenuous with a limited an award based hiking series.
the Herrick Memorial Library at (440) 647-2120. The minutes of the previ- held on April 9. As Mainte- amount being off trail. Please Meet in the parking lot. Ages
ous meeting were read and ap- nance manager, he reported dress for the weather and be 7 to adult. No registration re-
Slide Necklace Workshop - Tuesday, March 28, at 5:30 p.m. proved. Fiscal Of?cer Denes that the wire for the score- sure to have appropriate foot- quired. Free.
Adults, ages 18 and up, come join the library staff at a free fun- advised of a correction to the board has been trenched in wear. Ages 10 to adult. No
?lled evening class making a unique slide necklace. The library previously approved min- at the Park. He is securing registration required. Free. Thursday, April 6:
will supply all materials. Space is limited and registration is re- utes of February 7 that stated quotes for replacement of Creative Writing for Ho-
quired. Register in person at the circulation desk or by calling Inspector Richard Donahue the Town Hall’s gutters from Tuesday, April 4: meschoolers - Wolf Creek En-
the library. reported that “an attorney at Weathertight & Coates Bros. Homeschoolers Outdoor vironmental Center - 2-3:15
one of the sessions advised He was advised that the gut- Education: Animal Recyclers p.m. Nature will serve as the
Chronic Disease Self-Management - Fridays, March 17, that conditions should be part ters are residential gutters and - Plum Creek Park - 10-11:30 inspiration for homeschoolers
24 & 31 and April 7, 14 & 21, from 1-3:30 p.m. Do you have of renewal proceedings for are undersized for the facility. a.m. or 1-2:30 p.m. Animals who want to improve their
health conditions that interfere with your life? Chronic Disease home occupations as this was FO Denes asked that a quote demonstrate earth friendly writing skills. We’ll imitate
Self-Management is a 6-week nationally recognized program de- the cleanest way to renew.” be secured from Dan Kiser as practices year round. Cel- the styles of skilled authors
signed to help adults living with long-lasting health conditions Zoning Chair Johnson ques- well. ebrate Earth Day early this and use patterns to write po-
gain con?dence in their ability to manage their symptoms and to tioned this, to which Inspec- month by learning about some etry. The classes are offered
understand how their health affects their lives. This program is tor Donahue advised that he Trustee Conrad discussed of the ways animals reduce, individually but build upon
sponsored and conducted by Fairhill Partners, a non-pro?t agen- read his monthly report at that the medical marijuana issue reuse and recycle. Ages 7-12. one another to develop skills.
cy devoted to successful aging. Space is limited and registration meeting. Upon further review, and it was decided to prepare Registration open until ?lled. You may register your child
is required. Call the library to register for this program. Inspector Donahue’s report a resolution prohibiting its Free for Medina. for all three (if you know he/
stated “her reply was that the growth in the Township, pur- Wednesday, April 5: she can attend all three ses-
Afternoon Book Discussion -Thursday, March 23, at 2 p.m. cleanest way to handle this suant to LC Prosecutor’s rec- Nature Through the Sea- sions) or register for just one
The Herrick Memorial Library’s Afternoon Book Discussion was to specify that condition ommendations. sons - Allardale East - 10-11
Group will be discussing the book “Magic Strings of Frankie
Presto,” by Mitch Albom. Interested adults may pick up the in the renewal of the condi-
available books at the circulation desk to check out. The group tional use permit.”
will meet in the library’s Community Room. Vouchers #11698 - 11719,
withholding Voucher # 8-10-
Spring Story Times - thru April 27. The family time program 2017, and the Bank Reconcili-
for families with children up to and including age 5, will take ation were approved.
place on Monday evenings and will begin at 6:30 p.m. Programs Fiscal Of?cer Denes read
for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-5 years, will take place on the correspondence, which in- FURNITURE MATTRESSES & MORE
Tuesday mornings beginning at 10:30 a.m. and programs for
babies, ages birth to 24-months, will take place on Wednesday cluded the report of 12 units of STOREWIDE WALL to WALL
mornings beginning at 10:30 a.m. Register at the library or by blood collected at the last Red
calling. Cross Blood Drive, with the
next drive being held on 5/17; FURNITURE CLEARANCE SALE!
Friends of the Library Meeting - Tuesday, March 28, at 7 notice of a recycling work-
p.m., the Friends of the Herrick Memorial Library will hold its shop on 3/17; notice from the
monthly meeting. The FOL Board will conduct a business meet- Health Dept. regarding diabe-
ing for the planning of the Harvest of the Arts. All ‘Friends’ tes info workshops on 3/2 &
members who are interested in becoming a board member are 3/16 at Wellington Fire Station
encouraged to attend the meeting. #2; Community Development
Block Grant information; an
Ultimate Expedition - Friday, April 7, from 6-8 p.m. This af- introductory letter from the
ter hours lock-in is for tweens and teens, ages 10-15 (with paren- Morris Family Tree Service;
tal permission). The participants will play the library’s version and additional info regarding
of the ‘Amazing Race.’ Teams will be formed to follow clews the NOPEC Grant provisions.
and pass challenges to advance to the next level and ‘ultimately’ Denes reminded the Trustees
win the prize. Registration with a signed permission form (li- that the newsletter was slat-
brary supplied) is required. Stop by the library and pick up the ed to be mailed in April and
permission form or have your parent come with you to ?ll it out. that a 2nd ?re extinguisher
service quote still needs to be
Library Board Meeting - On Monday, April 10, at 10:30 obtained. Denes discussed a
a.m., the Herrick Memorial Library Board of Trustees will hold budget work session with the Don’t Miss Out!
its monthly board meeting for regular library business. This
meeting is open to the public and all are welcome. Trustees and it was decided Hurry for Best
that the session would be held Selection!
Wellington Duke Pride Day Carnival after the regular June 20 meet-
ing, as the budget is due to
The 6th annual Wellington Duke Pride Day Carnival is sched- the County on July 20. Denes
uled for Saturday, April 8. There will be a free breakfast, spon- reported that the monthly
sored by Mercy Allen Hospital and served in the Wellington High colored copies exceed our
School cafeteria from 8-11 a.m. The Duke Pride Day Carnival, contracted amount at an ad-
sponsored by community individuals, community organizations, ditional cost of $18.55. She
churches and business owners, will run from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. in reminded all that the monthly
the Wellington High School gymnasium. allocation for colored copies is
249 and that if a large number
One hundred percent of the proceeds from the carnival will needs to be run, that it must be
be donated to Wellington Well-Help. The pro?ts will be used to coordinated w/her.
pay for summer meals for Wellington students that are currently Deputy Bungard of the
enrolled in the free and reduced lunch program. Lorain County Sheriff’s Dept. 50% OFF Gift Items
reminded all that it is the sea-
Last year, there were 36 organizations that provided games son for phone scammers to in-
for the carnival and over 1,000 residents attended. There is no crease their activity with IRS Including Boyds & Cat Meows Buildings
cost to have a booth. If you are interested and would like to set & Lotto Sweepstake scams.
up a booth at the carnival, please contact Beth Breisch at the He advised that the Citizen’s
Wellington Schools Superintendent’s of?ce at (440) 647-4286. Sunday 12-4pm

Penfield Cemetery clean-up Academy begins 4/12 and Monday, Thursday, Friday 10am-6pm

Notice is hereby given to all who have grave decorations at covers LC sheriff’s activity. Saturday 10am-5pm
the Pen?eld Cemetery: Any grave decorations that remain after
March 30, 2017, will be removed as part of the spring cleanup. If interested, contact Donald Closed Tuesday & Wednesday

Barker. 601 S. Main St., RT 58, Wellington
Zoning Inspector Richard 440-647-9373

Donahue presented his month-
ly zoning report and advised
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or two classes. Students will representative with ques- required. Free. Ages 16 to adult. RURAL-URBAN RECORD, March 27, 2017 Page 13
need a pencil, journal and the- tions, visit Medina Creative Saturday, April 22: Thursday & Friday, April Join the
saurus. Part of the class may Housing’s website at http:// Earth Day Globe Trot - icance of bird banding and see
be outdoors, so dress appro- medinacreativehousing.com/ 27 & 28: how it is done. Please note that
priately. A writing assignment medinatherapy ranch/. All Hubbard Valley Park, 8 a.m. Tales for Tots - Krabill bird banding is weather vari- Marine Corps
will be given after each class. ages welcome. No registration Celebrate Earth Day with this able and may not be done if it
***Class will be cancelled if required. Free. unique fun run/walk at Hub- Shelter - 10-11 a.m. or 1-2 is raining or snowing. Signs Young men and women
any school district in Medi- bard Valley Park. Great for all p.m. The underwater world will be posted at Wolf Creek who are ?nished with high
na County is closed due to Brake for ‘Possums, and abilities and ages, the course of a pond is a fascinating to let you know if bird band- school and are looking for a
weather. Ages 8-12. Register Give ‘Possums a Break! - will be approximately 1.5 place! Learn about who lives ing is occurring and to direct meaningful career should con-
by April 5. Free for Medina Wolf Creek Environmental miles in length. The run will there and why through a sto- you to the banding location. sider joining the United States
County residents. There is a Center - 2-3 p.m. Spring is begin at 8:30 a.m. and end at ry, hands on exploration and a All ages welcome. No regis- Marine Corps.
$3 fee per non-resident. here and animals are on the 10 a.m. Participants can com- hike around the pond. For ages tration required. Free.
move. Come ?nd out why plete the course as many times 3-6 with an adult companion. Going to college? Find
Environmental Speak- Opossums deserve a brake as they like. Each time you Some or all of the program Starting Right with Herbs out how you can still sign up
er Series: Introduction to and are much more interesting cross the ?nish line, you will will be held outdoors; please - Wolf Creek Environmen- for the Marine Corps without
Aquaponics - Wolf Creek than just roadkill. Our only earn a raf?e ticket to put in dress accordingly. Register by tal Center - 10 a.m.- 12 p.m. having it interfere with your
Environmental Center - 7-8 marsupial is interesting, bene- the coffer for awesome priz- April 26. Free. Would you like to grow an college plans. The United
p.m. Would you like to know ?cial and maybe even a little es. The drawing will be held herb garden but don’t know States Military offers great
about sustainable agricul- cute. Optional craft provided. at 10:05 a.m. After the race, Saturday, April 29: where to start or had one that bene?ts for those who have
ture that uses only 2% of the Ages 6 to adult. No registra- venture over to Buffalo Creek Youth Fishing Derby - didn’t grow as expected? Dis- the desire to make a difference
water and 70-90% less ener- tion required. Free. for the 21st annual Earth Day River Styx Park - 8 a.m. Young cover what you need to know in their lives while serving
gy than traditional farming Festival! Each registered par- ?shermen 15 years of age or about the culture of individ- their country with honor.
while producing 8 times the Sat. & Sun., April 8 & 9: ticipant will receive a cool younger are invited to partic- ual herbs, and gardening in
vegetables in the same area? Eggs are Eggciting! - Su- prize pack. All ages welcome. ipate in the park district’s an- general, to successfully grow If you would like to learn
Aquaponics is a system of san Hambley Nature Center - There is a $5 fee to participate. nual River Styx Youth Fishing your own. All supplies are more about The United States
raising ?sh using worms and 12-5 p.m. Eggs aren’t just for Derby. Girls and boys, alike, provided. Contact Lorraine to Marine Corps, stop by the
microbes to convert ?sh waste breakfast, and they don’t just Medina County’s 21st can enjoy catching ?sh and register at (330) 239-2404 or recruiting station, located at
into fertilizers for plants. The come from chickens. Stop in Annual Earth Day Festival - winning prizes. Please have info@medinacoherbsociety. 24954 Brookpark Rd., Suite 3,
plants then ?lter the water that for this interactive program to Buffalo Creek Retreat located your children bring their ?sh- org by April 20. Ages 16 to in North Olmsted, or call SSgt.
returns to the ?sh. Join Jeni learn all about different ani- at 8708 Hubbard Valley Road ing poles. A limited number adult. There is a $10 program Justin Pongtornwatchakorn
and Doug Blackburn of Fresh mals that hatch from eggs. All in Seville - 10 a.m.-4 p.m. of poles will be available to fee. at (440) 734-5877 (Of?ce) or
Harvest Farm for an overview ages welcome. No registration Come celebrate Earth Day borrow, and a limited amount (440) 281-3022 (Cell). You
of aquaponics, how it works required. Free. at Medina County Park Dis- of bait will be supplied. Priz- Sunday, April 30: can also reach him at www.
and its bene?ts for today’s Sunday, April 9: trict’s Buffalo Creek Retreat es will be awarded. Free. No Natural Discoveries Hik- justinpongtornwatchakorn@
sustainable agriculture. Ages Natural Discoveries Hik- just south of Hubbard Val- pre-registration required. Reg- ing Series: Spring Wild?ow- marines.usmc.mil.
12 to adult. No registration re- ing Series: Follow the Wa- ley Park. There will be earth istration begins at 8 a.m. The
quired. Free. ter - Green Leaf Park - 3-4 friendly exhibits, a family derby is from 8:30-10:30 a.m. “Some people spend an
p.m. Natural Discoveries is a ?shing derby, kids’ activities, Free. ers - River Styx Park - 3-4 entire lifetime wondering if
Saturday, April 8: series of free nature themed food and much more, so bring Migratory Bird Banding p.m. Natural Discoveries is a they made a difference in the
Easter Egg Hunt at the programs designed for ages the whole family for a fun- - Wolf Creek Environmen- series of free nature themed world. But, the Marines don’t
Ranch Medina Creative 7 to adult. Participants in the ?lled day. Additional parking tal Center - 9 a.m.-12 p.m. programs designed for ages have that problem.” — Ron-
Therapy Ranch - 12-2 p.m. program who complete certain for this event will be at Hub- Bird banding is a scienti?c 7 to adult. Participants in the ald Reagan
Medina Creative Therapy hike requirements are eligible bard Valley Park with shuttle research method that studies program who complete certain
Ranch will be hosting an Eas- to receive awards. See the service provided to Buffalo bird behavior and movements hike requirements are eligible
ter Egg Hunt! Come visit our Natural Discoveries link on Creek. All ages welcome. No and provides us with valuable to receive awards. See the RENT ME!
horses and learn all about the our website for award details. registration required. Free ad- information about avian popu- Natural Discoveries link on
services offered while you Lend your eyes and ears as we mission. lations and migratory patterns. our website for award details.
search for Easter eggs. The hike past a pond and weave The data collected through Join us in early spring when
grand prize will be a free 12- around a wetland in search of Family Fishing Derby - bird banding is critical to weather is warm, but the trees
week riding session. For more the sights and sounds of some Buffalo Creek Retreat - 11 identify contributing factors haven’t leafed out yet. This
information regarding the of our earliest spring visitor a.m.-3 p.m. Fish together with affecting populations in both window of time is excellent
ranch, or to contact a ranch amphibians! No registration your family, hook some mem- winter and summer habitats for viewing the wild?owers
ories and win prizes! Grab a and the establishment of need- that take advantage of the sun-
rod and reel in an afternoon of ed conservation efforts. Join light. Ages 7 to adult. No reg-
?shing fun during our 4th an- licensed Bird Banders Gary istration required. Free.
CONSTRUCTION ALERT nual Medina County Park Dis- and Jill Fowler at Wolf Creek Register for programs at Pequea SL 10 Lime Spreader
trict Family Fishing Derby! to learn more about the signif-
Huntington Township Parent/child teams can regis- www.medinacountyparks. KRYSTOWSKI
ter and ?sh anytime between com. TRACTOR
Lorain County Engineer Ken Carney announces the 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Registration
closure of Bursley Road, just west of Baker Road, for is required in order to be eligi- WELLINGTON OH 44090
the replacement of bridge #0412. The work is being ble to win prizes. Please bring
completed by Cuyahoga Bridge & Road, Inc. your ?shing poles. A limited (440) 647-2015
amount of ?shing poles and
The Federal Highway Administration is funding 95% bait will be available for use. Krystowskitractor.com
of the project, with the remaining 5% funded by the This derby is held in conjunc-
Lorain County Engineer. tion with Medina County’s
21st Annual Earth Day Festi-
The work will begin at 8:00 am on Monday, March val. All ages are welcome. No
27, 2017 and is expected to be completed by 5:00 pm registration required. Free.
on Friday, June 30, 2017, weather permitting.
Sat. & Sun., April 22 & 23:
Detour signs will be posted. Your cooperation during Earth Day Everyday - Su-
construction is greatly appreciated. san Hambley Nature Center
- 12-5 p.m. Celebrate Earth
Holy Mackerel Day this year by stopping in to
Susan Hambley Nature Cen-
It just keep getting bigger & better! (REELY) ter for crafts, activities and
games about our planet. All
Fishing Tackle Flea Market of the Year 2017 ages welcome. No registration
required. Free.
Thurs., April 6 - 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Fri., April 7 - 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, April 23:
Sat., April 8 - 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sun., April 9 - 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. K9 Kapers - Killbuck
Lakes - 3-4 p.m. K 9 Kapers
New Russia Township Hall provides dog owners with an
46300 Butternut Ridge Rd., Oberlin opportunity to socialize their
(North of Oberlin ~ West of Route 58) pets with other dogs. These
alternative hikes will interest
Thousands of rods, reels, lures and miscellaneous tackle. EVEN both the dog and its owner
MORE THAN LAST YEAR! UNBELIEVABLE! Custom ?y-tying. while offering exercise and
Plenty of golf balls for the golfer. Every ?shing related item you fun. All dogs must have an
could possibly imagine. The hall will be completely ?lled and ev- accompanying adult and 8 ft.
erything is priced to sell. FREE PARKING and NO admission fee. leash (non retractable). Partic-
Bring a friend or two, plan on spending some time here and hav- ipants must maintain control
ing a good time looking for whatever you need. Refreshments of their dogs at all times. We
available. Raf?ing off a loaded tackle box and ?shing equipment! recommend bringing a towel
This is the greatest ?shing tackle ?ea market EVER in Lorain for muddy feet and a water
County and the State of Ohio, and that’s NO FISH STORY! 4 Days bowl. All ages welcome. No
This Year Starting Thursday!! registration required. Free.
Photographers of the
Also buying old and used tackle. Parks Club Meeting - Wolf
Call (440) 988-9264 or (440) 213- Creek Environmental Cen-
ter - 3-5 p.m. This is a great
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Page 14, RURAL-URBAN RECORD, March 27, 2017 Police Department and Detective Gregg Mehling of the Lorain Leprechaun Traps
County Sheriff Of?ce, with assistance from the Lorain County
SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE Drug Task Force, a video created by Elyria High School students Kindergarten student, Hailey Hagan, with her leprechaun trap.
The Lorain County Retired Teachers Association (LORCOR- on the opioid epidemic, the types of drugs and what to look for,
TA) is offering $1000 college scholarships. The number of schol- the signs a child is abusing, what law enforcement is doing to try The kindergarten students at St. Jude School in Elyria used
arships is contingent on the number of suitable candidates. Or- to stop this problem, Dr. Stephen Evans the Lorain County Cor- engineering skills to create leprechaun traps to put up in their
rin R. Findley Scholarships are offered to Lorain County high oner with statistics in Lorain County, the MHS Student Code of classrooms for St. Patrick’s Day. The students designed and built
school seniors who are the children, grandchildren, nieces or Conduct in regards to the chemical abuse policy, and Dan Haight the traps carefully setting them in hopes of catching a leprechaun.
nephews of active or retired Lorain County educators. Addition- with The LCADA Way on treatment and recovery resources in
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www.lorcorta.org. Applications are also available to download. and answer session to the panel of presenters and resource tables
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students who have reached junior status in pursuit of teacher LIBRARY FRIENDS MEETING HOME/CAR PAYMENTS.
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as references and of?cial transcripts, must be postmarked by library. The program will be “Cooking with Herbs” presented
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in the Kubuski Gym. The varsity baseball team plays a double es on Sunday, April 23. Scheduled to participate are Our Lady
header at Bay High School on Saturday, April 1. The ?rst game Queen of Peace, Grafton United Methodist Church, and Life
begins at 10 a.m. The second game begins at noon. The track Church. See the churches and learn of their histories in Grafton.
team will also compete on Saturday at Avon Lake in the Avon
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Grafton V.F.W. Auxiliary - Friday evenings from 5-7 p.m.
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Awareness Series on Tuesday April 4, from 6-8 p.m. in the 926-3341 after 4 p.m.
Kubuski Gymnasium at Midview High School. Babysitting will Knights of Columbus - Friday evenings from 5-7 p.m. during
be available in the APR. The evening will include: Terri Gib- Lent, with the exception of Good Friday, in the hall of Our Lady
bons, mother of a Midview High School graduate that is an ad- Queen of Peace, Erie Street.
dict, a joint presentation by Chief Duane Whitley of the Elyria
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start at 9 a.m. at Pine Brook Golf Club. Sponsorships are $50
Elaine Beane per sign or $75 for a sign and round of golf. Gol?ng reserva-
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All ages welcome. We have a fun clover buds program as well as
Members of the Grafton Village Council and the Planning Ongoing Info: great small animal and art projects planned for this year. Of?cers
Commission did not agree on all the issues brought before the The ACT Test is June 10, with a registration deadline of May elected are as follows: President - Gideon May, Vice-President -
joint meeting Tuesday evening, March 21. Both governing 5 and late registration from May 6-19. Bree Wilkins, Secretary - Tori Dular, Treasurer - Brooke, News
boards approved the ?nal site plan for the remodeling project The SAT Test is May 2, with a registration deadline of April 6 Reporter - Danny, Historian - Katie, Health and Safety - James
being done by McDonald’s on Main Street. Approval of the ?- and late registration until Apr. 17. and Krista, Recreation - Juli, Chloe and Allison. Congratulations
nal plan required construction drawings be submitted, reviewed, Scholarship Information: The following scholarship infor- to our new board members. Submitted by Danny Dular, 4-H
and approved and the addresses of surrounding property owners mation & scholarships are available in the Student Services Of- Club member
submitted. McDonald’s had provided the necessary materials. ?ce or online:
The council and commission also approved construction and Lorain Soil & Water Conservation, Joel McRoberts Schol- Grafton Village History Association
improvement drawings for Fiddler’s Green Subdivision III. Lot arship - This is a $1,000 scholarship available to Lorain Coun-
sizes were increased for zoning code compliance and a detention ty high school seniors. Applicants must be enrolled for the fall Spring hass sprung! Believe it or not. March 19 has come
pond will be created deeper than standard. The engineering ?rm semester of 2017 at a two or four-year college or university as and gone and so has the Bicentennial Settlers’ Dinner, and my
did offer suggestions to the developer to be given attention be- a full-time student in an agricultural or natural resource related prediction of a blizzard on that date was so wrong!
fore the ?nal plat is approved. ?eld. A 2.5 or better GPA is required for consideration. Deadline
is April 15. The Bicentennial Committee, thanks all the ‘settlers’ rela-
The disagreement came as all tried to look into the crystal Beriswill Insurance Agency, Inc. Scholarship - The Scholar- tives and friends who joined in an afternoon of great food and
ball to do what is best for the village’s future. The developer ship in the amount of $500 is available to a graduating senior a relaxed musical program by the ?ve ladies of the “Sky Lark,”
of the Fox Run Subdivision would like to have approximately who will pursue a degree of a business nature. Applicants must who’s selections of songs roused memories that had people sing-
three acres of land on State Route 57 rezoned from Business Of- be attending a college or university for the fall semester of 2017- ing along or tap-tapping out the beat. There were even several
?ce to Residential 2. This would allow the developer to build 18. Deadline is April 14. couples who ‘cut a rug.’
eight additional homes. The argument for the rezoning, was to The William D. Squires Scholarship - Fifteen scholarships are
increase the number of people working/buying in Grafton and being offered to Ohio seniors. The scholarship amount is $3,000 There is no way to express the committee’s thanks to all who
existing vacant business spaces/investment properties are cur- per year, renewable for a total of up to $12,000. Eligibility is pri- made the day one to remember: to Our lady Queen of Peace
rently available within the village. The other side of the discus- marily based upon ?nancial need. Applicants must be highly mo- Church for use of the church hall and to Pat and Bill, to the stu-
sion included the reading of sections of a land use plan created in tivated, have good character and show academic promise with a dents of the Con?rmation Class who helped set up and clean
1990 which gave reasons for zoning the area business of?ce. It minimum 3.2 cumulative GPA. Deadline is April 5. up, to volunteers Joe Dahman, Clair Hall, Ruth Gaetz and Fran
was also argued, new businesses are coming into the village, the WOBL/WDLW Radio, Inc. - This is a $1,000 scholarship open Hurlburt and to committee members, dinner chairman, Pat Tom-
three lane road makes Grafton attractive to businesses, there is to any Lorain County graduating high school senior pursuing a co, Carlee Mahajan, Doris Wildenheim and Mayor Dave.
little property left for a business to build upon in the village, and career in the Broadcasting Industry, whether at an accredited col-
the homes would cost the village in services and not generate as lege or technical school for broadcasting in Ohio. Deadline is Those perky spring-time pansies were potted by Susan of
much income for the village as a business would. The Planning April 1. Garden Village Nurseries. (remember to water). The well orga-
Commission decided not to give a vote to the issue as they were Lester Marrison Teacher Education Book Grant - This $1,000 nized, delicious dinner was prepared by Old Schoolhouse Cater-
against the rezoning. Council took a roll call vote. Councilman book grant is awarded to a high school senior in Northeast Ohio ing, Litch?eld. It may take a village to raise a child, but, believe
John Lescher was opposed to the rezoning. The other four mem- majoring in or planning to major in Teacher Education at an ac- me, it takes a village to make an event happen.
bers were in favor of the rezoning. The measure will go through credited college or university in the state of Ohio. Applicants
three readings and have a public hearing before a ?nal decision must possess a minimum 3.0 GPA and demonstrate potential as The current display of Grafton memorabilia in the Town Hall
is made. an educational leader. Deadline is May 15. concerns bank history and the hotels. The “Heritage Trail” pro-
The Herb Guild Garden Club Scholarship - The scholarship gram at the GMP Library on Wednesday, April 12, at 6 p.m.,
In other business, ordinances were approved accepting the monies can vary from $1,500-$2,000 per award and more than features Mrs. Margaret Cheney of the Lorain County Chapter of
dedication plat of Fiddler’s Green Subdivision II, accepting a one may be awarded in any given year. Students must be a se- the Ohio Genealogical Society. Her topic will concern the history
Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) report, making appro- nior in high school, or a freshman or sophomore attending Lorain of various Grafton families, as well as some “how to” tips. The
priations for current expenses, and creating a wage and salary County Community College to be eligible. Only persons with a Bicentennial event for April is Open House at Our Lady Queen
schedule for village employees. Council also adopted an EMS proposed academic study in Forestry, Botany, Horticulture, En- of Peace Church, Life Church and the Grafton United Methodist
call schedule after amending the response time to be eight min- vironmental Science, Agriculture, Landscaping or Culinary Arts Church. The churches will present, in some form, the historical
utes or less for village EMTs. A health insurance ordinance was are eligible for this scholarship. Deadline is April 1. background of our churches, past and present.
approved which listed all eligible employees and changed the Cpl. Brad D. Squires Scholarship - This memorial scholar-
employee share of cost from 13 percent to 15 percent. Also ap- ship is aimed towards the student with exceptional ambition; a Plans are in the making for the Bicentennial Parade on July 1.
proved during the meeting were agreements to; include the vil- student who sets goals for themselves and keeps trying no matter Join in and make it a day to remember with other activities and
lage in a county wide technical rescue response program, to em- how hard or impossible that goal may seem. This student does ?reworks,(donations appreciated).
ploy Poggemeyer Design Group for engineering services, hire not have to be the leader of the class academically, but does have
Jess Howard Electric Company to replace the underground SKV to be a leader. Deadline is April 15. Tidbit: March 1878 - There was a ?ght in front of the post of-
distribution system with a conduit system along Yarmouth Street Sig Ep Balanced Man Scholarship - The Cleveland State ?ce last Saturday night in which one of the pugilists succeeded in
at a cost of approximately $164,000 and to use West Roo?ng University chapter of Sigma Phi Epsilon is offering four, 1-time beating his lantern to pieces over the other’s head: one ran east,
for a new roof on the village’s salt storage building at a cost of scholarships totaling $2,000 to incoming freshmen men for the one ran west. Both had satisfaction.
$20,000. 2017-2018 academic year. Eligible applicants must be male stu-
dents with at least a 3.0 GPA attending Cleveland State in the fall. Doris Wildenheim 926-2956
It was announced, the next village newsletter is in the mail. The Balanced Man Scholarship will be awarded to the students
There is a link to it on the village’s web site. An employee manual who exhibit academic excellence, demonstrate leadership skills Grafton-Midview Library
was created by the village administrator; it is being reviewed by and commit to their health and well-being. You do not have to
council. Several new businesses are coming into the village, in- join the Sig Ep fraternity to be awarded the scholarship. Deadline To register for programs, call or visit the library at 983 Main
cluding a ladies’ clothing shop in Parsons Crossings.The restau- is August 15. Street Grafton, or at 440-926-3317. Most library programs re-
rant, Check Please, is now open on Main Street where the former Walter Patterson Memorial Scholarship - There will be two quire registration.
Harvest Café was located. A property on Elm Street which is $1,000 scholarships awarded annually to Midview High School
slated for demolition is being tested for asbestos, it is expected seniors who will be college degree candidates in the fall 2017. Richard E. Todd & Golf - Thursday, March 30, 6:30-7:30
to be torn down in approximately 17 days. Work is beginning on These awards will be presented in memory of Walter A. Patter- p.m. Learn about the rules of golf through other’s mistakes. The
Bicentennial Park. The gazebo in the park is scheduled to be con- son. Walter was a passionate believer in civic responsibility, reli- Golf Rules series, where education is entertaining, all started by
structed the second week of May. The next meeting is scheduled gious commitment and the importance of education. He instilled an embarrassing golf-rule encounter. Meet Richard Todd who
for Tuesday, April 4, in chambers in the basement of village hall. these passions to his extended family. These scholarships will be was motivated to write these books because of a little error.
awarded to the students who exemplify these traits. Deadline is
We are less than a week away from the start of April and it April 28. Kindergarten Kick-off - throughout the month of April. Look-
will be the end of the school year before we know it! But before The Elyria Rotary Club Scholarship - This scholarship is ing for ways to prepare a child for kindergarten? By conducting
then, we still have a lot of exciting things happening in and out- open to graduating seniors from any of the ?ve high schools in a one-on-one kindergarten readiness screening, we can provide
side of the classroom. the Elyria area with which the Elyria Rotary Club has had a long tips to help boost kindergarten and reading readiness skills over
term relationship, including Elyria High, Elyria Catholic, Mid- the coming summer months. Screenings offered throughout the
I would like to invite everyone to the sixth, seventh and view, Open Door Christian and First Baptist Christian schools. entire month of April at area child care centers. Please call us at
eighth-grade band concert on Thursday, March 30 at 7 p.m. at The applicant will need to have applied for and intend to attend a 440-926-3317 to arrange a screening at the library.
Midview High School. Our talented students will play a variety baccalaureate institution on a full-time basis for a 4-year degree
of songs they’ve been practicing. I encourage you to attend! beginning in the fall of 2017. Seniors must also have ?led their Writer’s Bunch - Tuesday, April 4, 5:30-7:45 p.m. An intrigu-
FAFSA and possess a minimum 2.5 cum GPA. They must also ing homework assignment is given each meeting to review the
On March 31, the third-nine weeks’ report cards will be sent be actively involved in community service, volunteerism and ex- following month. Critiquing and snacks are shared at each infor-
home. Parents, please keep an eye out for these and review them tracurricular activities. Deadline is April 21. mal gathering. First and third Tuesdays of the month.
with your child. If you have any questions, please contact your
child’s teacher. Grafton Grangers 4-H SENIOR OUTREACH PROGRAM

And last, but certainly not least, Midview High School will be The Grafton Grangers 4-H Club meets every other Thursday Sponsored by North Ridgeville Seniors, Inc. with
inducting the next class of National Honor Society students on at the Grafton North Park Community 1050 Novak Road, Graf- programs being held at Hinkson Hysell VFW Post
March 28 at 6:30 p.m. This is a wonderful event that recognizes ton. The second meeting of 2017 was held on March 9, which 3341 Banquet Hall - 783 Huron Street in Grafton
students who demonstrate excellence in the areas of scholarship, included the election of of?cers and introduction of new mem- The Grafton/LaGrange areas are looking for Meals on Wheels
service, leadership and character. Congratulations to the 2017 bers. We are still welcoming new members for this fair season drivers. To become a driver, contact Robin @ 353-0829.
inductees! August 2017. We discussed 4H camp this summer. Upcoming If there is ever a snow day for Keystone or Midview,
events iinclude Pledge and Creed registration, deadline is April
Have a great week! 3. Wednesday April 12, is new volunteer training from 6-8 p.m. ALL PROGRAMS WILL BE CANCELED.
Dr. Bruce Willingham, Superintendent (440) 748-5353. at the AG of?ce. Our next meeting is at 6:30 p.m. on March 23.
[email protected] These Programs are Available to ALL SENIORS at NO CHARGE.
Karen A. Kramer, D.D.S.
Band Festival 420 N. Main St., Grafton 3/27 at 2:00 pm Senior Coffee Club. Movie with free
donuts and coffee for participants.
Elyria Catholic High School hosted an All County Catholic Emergencies 3/28 at 2:00 pm Senior Exercise Class being instructed
Elementary School Band Festival on March 13. Instrumental Welcomed! by Debi’s Personal Training with fruit and juice for
students in the sixth, seventh and eighth grades from four of the participants.
Catholic Elementary Schools in Lorain County joined the high Same-day Denture 3/31 at 2:00 pm Senior Card Club with pop and snacks
school students for a fun day of meeting each other, mentoring Repairs Available for participants.
and rehearsing compositions for a concert which was held that 4/03 at 2:00 pm Senior Coffee Club. Movie with free
evening. Participating were students from St. Jude School and St. “We Cater To Cowards” donuts and coffee for participants.
Mary School-Elyria directed by Laura Ramsey, St. Mary School- 4/04 at 2:00 pm Senior Exercise Class being instructed
Avon directed by Dominic Ricciardi, St. Mary School-Vermilion SATURDAY APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE by Debi’s Personal Training with fruit and juice for
directed by Diane Tucker, and Elyria Catholic High School di- participants.
rected by John Rosky. 440-926-3441 4/06 at 2:00 pm Sign up for Senior
Dinner to be held 4/13/2017 at
5:30pm. Two names per phone call
only.
4/07 at 2:00 pm Senior Card Club with
pop and snacks for participants.

• If you have questions on these programs, please contact
the VFW’s Canteen Manager by calling 440-926-3341.

• The VFW Hall is available for rent to use for your special
occasions. Call 440-926-3341 and ask for the Canteen
Manager for additional information.

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Keystone HPAC Penny for this pretty kitty? French Creek Theatre
Free Community “Paint Night” Penny is a sweetheart! If you would like to presents Bloom
Please don’t pass her by. She
Keystone HPAC presents a free Community “Paint Night” is 9-years-old and has been give Penny a loving, for- Lorain County Metro Parks’ French Creek Theatre is pleased
with KHS Art Teacher, Mr. Kevin Wacker. This event will take at FAPL waiting for a home ever home, please call the to announce the Ohio premier of Andrew Morton’s Bloom, the
place on Monday, March 27, from 6-8 p.m. in the Keystone High since last February. Penny Friendship Animal Protec- fourth and ?nal Pijor Hall production of the 2016-2017 sea-
School Art Room. No experience is needed and all materials will is such a nice cat and would tive League at (440) 322- son. Winner of the 2013 Aurand Harris Memorial Playwriting
be provided! We will be painting a dark starry night picture. The really love to be loved. She 4321. (www.FriendshipA- Award, this inspiring story of hope and healing plays March 31
event is free, but donations will be accepted. Snacks will be pro- lived in a home with many PL.org) to April 9.
vided, but please feel free to bring a beverage of your choice! cats and her owner had health
RSVP to (217) 725-9954 or [email protected] as there are problems and had to sur- The shelter is located at After a violent incident at his new school, 15-year-old Dan-
only 25 spots available! render them. Penny is FIV+ 8303 Murray Ridge Road, iel is assigned to work with his social worker’s father, Bobby,
which is not transferable to in Elyria. Their hours are a widower who spends his time gardening to counter the blight
The KHS HPAC (Health Professions Af?nity Community) is humans, dogs or through ca- from 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on of his urban neighborhood. As one week together blossoms into
sponsored by NEO-MED (Northwest Ohio Medical University). sual contact with other cats. Monday, Friday & Satur- several months, the two men cultivate a friendship, and plant
HPAC is one of the largest health professions pipeline programs It would be a dream come day; from 11 a.m.-6:30 p.m. the seeds to grow beyond each other’s grief. Sprouting with
for youth in the country. The program empowers youth to iden- true for Penny to move into on Tuesday & Thursday; honesty and heart, Bloom is the perfect way to herald in the
tify health concerns and invent community health programs to a forever home. Do you have and from 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. arrival of spring.
address them. Through this work, youth become a vital commu- room in your heart and home on Sunday. Adoption fees
nity champion for health as they advance into health professions are $20 for 1 year and old- Helming the ?ve-actor, intergenerational cast is director
educational pathways. er and $50 for less than 1 Skip Corris, of Elyria. Mr. Corris previously directed A Thou-
year old. All cats have been sand Cranes at French Creek, and is a proud member of Ac-
Family Science Night spayed or neutered, vacci- tors Equity Association. Appearing on Pijor Hall’s stage for the
nated, dewormed and have third time this season, Tobin Grendzynski, of North Ridgeville,
Join the KES PTA on Friday, March 31, from 6-9 p.m. for tested negative for FeLV. stars as Daniel. Opposite him, and making his French Creek
“Family Science Night” at the Elementary School! At the event, Friendship APL is a private, debut is actor Ray Cosma, of Lorain, as Bobby. Filling out the
students will learn about rockets, stars, solutions, animals, non-pro?t humane society. rest of the compact ensemble are Mr. Cosma’s wife, Linda, as
worms, electricity and so much more! There will also be hands- They depend on the gener- Daniel’s mother; Kristina Rivera, of Vermilion, as Michelle,
on experiments, a family photo booth and science fun tools to osity and ?nancial support Daniel’s social worker; and Haily Simeral, of Mentor, as Ash-
take home! The event also features 20+ stations presented by of the public to serve the ley, Daniel’s budding love interest.
LCCC, OSU, Black River Astronomy Club, Lorain County Met- people and animals of Lo-
roparks, volunteers and teachers! There is no cost to attend. rain County. French Creek Theatre will continue its tradition of honoring
the work of its actors and crew with an Opening Night Re-
Road Closure Books and Brunch fund-raiser ception, March 31, immediately following the performance.
Audiences are invited to enjoy complimentary refreshments
Ohio Department of Transportation has announced that Rt. Join the Friends of the Keystone LaGrange Community Li- alongside the show’s creative team in French Creek’s multi-use
301, just north of Smith Road, between Rt. 18 and Rt. 162 will brary for a morning of delicious food and a chance to meet four room adjacent to Pijor Hall.
be closed for culvert repair. Work will begin on Monday, April authors from our area. On Saturday, April 22, at 9 a.m., the au-
3, 2017 and is scheduled to be completed by Thursday, April 13, thors will give a short presentation followed by brunch at 10 a.m. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Sun-
2017. Detour routing is SR-301 north to SR-162 east, to SR-58 After brunch, you will will get to meet with the authors individ- days at 3 p.m., and take place in Pijor Hall located within the
north, to SR-18 east and reverse for southbound traf?c. ually. The event will be at the Lions’ Club Park, located at 240 French Creek Nature & Arts Center. Tickets are $15 for adults
Glendale Street, in LaGrange. and $10 for children under the age of 18. The French Creek
Detour signs will be posted. Your cooperation during con- Theatre Box Of?ce is open 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily and can be
struction will be greatly appreciated. Tickets are a donation of $10 and can be obtained by calling reached at (440) 949-5200 ext. 221. Tickets can also be pur-
Marilyn at (440) 355-5770; pre-sale only - no tickets at the door. chased online by visiting www.metroparks.cc/theatre.php
It is with a heavy heart that I write this newsletter. Last Fri-
day night, we lost a member of our Keystone family, junior Nate Red Cross Blood Drives Fleet Hometown news
Barrett. We would like to express our deepest sympathy to his
parents, siblings, family, friends and loved ones. We are here for The American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to give Kyle Schmigel has joined the United States Air Force un-
you as we all mourn your loss and ours as well. You are in our blood during National Volunteer Month this April. Donating der the Delayed Entry Program. The program gives young men
prayers. In this time of tragedy, our Keystone community comes blood is a simple way to make a profound difference in the and women the opportunity to enlist and delay going into basic
together to support each other, and I would like to recognize the lives of patients. military training for up to one year while they complete their
strength of the LaGrange community and our commitment to educations and prepare for military service.
each other. Nearly 2.8 million generous people donated blood through
the Red Cross last year. The Red Cross salutes these volunteer Quali?ed recruits are eligible to receive skills training, ex-
Franco Gallo, Keystone Superintendent, Franco.Gallo@key- blood donors who helped ful?ll its lifesaving mission and in- perience, and education bene?ts. After completing basic mili-
stone.k12.oh.us, (440) 355-2424 vites others to roll up a sleeve and join them. tary training and graduating as new “airmen,” they each receive
specialized technical instruction in one of more than 140 career
Easter Brunch and Egg Hunt Volunteer donors are the only source of blood products for ?elds.
those in need of transfusions. Donors of all blood types are
The Pen?eld Park Board will be having an Easter Brunch on needed this spring. He reported to Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, for
Palm Sunday, April 9, at Pen?eld Township Hall, 41012 St. Rt. basic training in March.
18, in Wellington. Brunch includes all-you-can-eat eggs, pan- Make an appointment to donate blood by downloading the
cakes, sausage, ham, biscuits and gravy, coffee, juice and milk. free Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting redcrossblood.org or Schmigel is the son of Laura and Wayne Schmigel of Li-
The Easter Bunny will also be there. Cost is: adults/$6, kids calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). tch?eld. He is a 2011 graduate of Keystone High School in
3-12/$4 and under 3 is free. The Easter Egg Hunt will be at 1 LaGrange.
p.m.; Easter Egg Hunt only is $1. Upcoming Lorain County Blood Drives:
Avon Lake: Come see new, experienced
Women’s Golf League April 3, from 2-7 p.m., at the Avon Lake Public Library,
seeks new members 32649 Electric Blvd. Stylist Kelly Beall
April 4, from 3-8 p.m., at Troy Intermediate School, 237
The Lorain County District Women’s Golf League welcomes Belmar Blvd. at Just Teasen Salon in LaGrange.
new members. They will be starting their 2017 season on Friday, Columbia Station:
May 5. They are a traveling league and play May through Sep- April 9, from 7:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m., at the Columbia Fire Bring this ad and receive
tember. If you are interested and would like more information, Station, 25540 Royalton Rd. $5 off your appointment
please go to their website: www.loraincountywomensgolf.com. Oberlin:
April 6, from 2-8 p.m., at the Oberlin College Rec. Ctr, 200 with Kelly!
JACK MATIA Woodland St. 440-355-5236
HONDA All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for Just Teasen Salon is located
patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other on the circle in LaGrange
New & Used forms of identi?cation are required at check-in. Individuals next to the Post Office
Cars who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent
where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are Ted Schriver, Realtor
440-366-5501 in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High Buying or Selling
school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger “Let Ted go to work for YOU”
Steve Moore 823 Leona St., Elyria also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.
440.225.5219
New and Certi?ed Hondas Special Speaker at LCCC [email protected]
All Models - Used Cars
Journalist James Sheeler will appear at Lorain County Com- Working in Lorain/Medina Counties
Hours: Mon. & Thurs. 9-9; Tues. & Fri. 9-6; Sat. 8-5 munity College to present “Persistence, Patience, Pulitzer”
from 2-3:15 p.m. on April 3 at the Stocker Arts Center. 10247 Dewhurst Rd. Suite 101
Elyria, Ohio 44035
Sheeler won the 2006 Pulitzer Prize for his work covering
All Makes, Models, CV Joints, members of our armed forces. Sheeler adapted his work “Obit:
Inspiring Stories of Ordinary People who lived Extraordinary
AUTHORIZED U-Joints, Standard Transmission, Lives” into his novel “Final Salute.” Sheeler is a professor at
Medium & Heavy Duty Trucks, Case Western Reserve University.

TRANSMISSIONS 4 Wheel Drive, Transfer Cases, The speech is free to the public. For more information, con-
Front Wheel Drive, Overdrive tact Clifford Anthony at [email protected].
and Clutches
The Stocker Arts Center is located at 1005 N. Abbe Road,
Elyria, on the campus of Lorain County Community College.

ODOT Construction Report

“Automatically Better” We are a full-service State Route 113:
SR 113, between West Ridge Road and Murray Ridge Road,
T FREE TRANSMISSION will be reduced to one lane in each direction. One lane will be
Repair Shop maintained at all times. The project is expected to be complete
RANS Estimates 440-355-6500 by September 2017.
T UUNE- P 417 North Center St. State Route 301:
SR 301, from the Medina County line to US 20, will have
daytime lane closures. One lane of traf?c will be maintained at
all times by ?aggers. The project is expected to be complete by
September 2017.

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