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Volume 60, No. 38 Columbia Station, Ohio March 30, 2015

Attendees celebrate the groundbreaking of the new ?eld house.

Keystone Schools recently celebrated the beginning ture will feature restrooms, a locker room, concession In addition, the ?eld house’s construction will also
of the construction of the new ?eld house at a ground- stand and a ticket booth. The construction is slated to be bene?t the community. Dale Yost Construction, the
breaking ceremony. Attendees included board members, completed three to four months after construction be- builder in charge of the project, stated that roughly 80%
staff, coaches, students, parents, community members gins. of the project’s contractors will be from the commu-
and the generous donors who funded the project. nity.
The ?eld house will bene?t Keystone and its com-
The construction of the ?eld house is the result of a munity in a variety of ways. Keystone previously had to The success of Keystone Local Schools is the direct
three year collaborative donation effort between school turn down opportunities to have the stadium rented by result of the community’s support. Keystone looks for-
support organizations, including Band Boosters, Key- an area semipro football team, all-star games and soc- ward to continued collaboration between the school,
stone Youth Football, Keystone Athletic Boosters and cer events due to the lack of restroom facilities. With its community and LaGrange taxpayers.
KATS, along with community businesses, donations, construction, the ?eld house will allow Keystone to host
alumni and residents. events at the stadium which will generate revenue for To view images of the groundbreaking ceremony,
the district. Keystone will also save money by not hav- navigate to the following website: http://www.keystone-
The ?eld house will be located at the district’s sta- ing to rent portable restrooms. localschools.org/district/klsd-?eld-house-fact-sheet.
dium on Opportunity Way. The 2,500 square foot struc-

The Selects Hockey Development Camp in community are so very The Salvation Army LaGrange Service Unit is celebrating Easter by providing holiday ?-
organization has hand- Prague & World Selects proud of Andy’s accom- nancial assistance for the needy and emphasizing Easter's meaning and symbolic relevance to
picked Andrew Perrott Invitational in Bratislava. plishments. Americans' lives. “Our goal is to raise $1,000 to provide people with Easter holiday ?nancial
from Columbia Station Andy will once again ?nd assistance and a message of hope and renewal,” says Donna Markel of the LaGrange Service
to be a part of their team himself submerged into Congratulations, Andy, Unit.
for a 3rd consecutive foreign cultures and face and good luck in Europe!
year. This Selection was top international compe- The U.S. Census Bureau now rates almost half of all Americans as poor or low income, and
based on not only his tition while following his prices still are rising. As if that weren't enough, America's heart is wounded almost every day
performance in the past dream to one day play by reports of violence, whether against our troops overseas or against defenseless children on
2 International Tourna- professionally. our own streets. People’s faith that God will always smile on America has been shaken.
ment’s held in Sweeden,
Findland & Italy, but also In the last 2 years, An- Donna Markel points out that for as little as $150, the LaGrange Service Unit can provide
through his current team, drew was named to the ?nancial assistance to a suffering family in the Keystone/LaGrange area. “That's all it takes
academics & overall char- North American All-Star to keep these people from hitting bottom. When we provide food to a needy person or family,
acter on and off the ice. team (which his team it often opens the door for us to use our healing ministries to help address their other prob-
He will be participating won) and the Selects team lems.”
again this year in April he was on ?nished 3rd
at the program’s Inter- overall in the 2014 tour- Looking to the future, Donna reminds the public that renewal and resurrection are part of
national Spring Training nament. a natural cycle. “To me that's the symbolism of Easter. Just as America will always rebound
from attacks on its people and institutions, people living through hard times can rise up and
Family, friends and the get a grip on their lives. They might need a helping hand, but sooner or later their long winter
ends. Desperate times carry the seeds of future success, and God will use even our worst pain
to create something good.”

To donate to the LaGrange Service Unit of The Salvation Army, please call 440-355-4203,
or mail your gift to: 105 West Main St., LaGrange, OH 44050.

Community Carlisle.................. 19 Grafton Twp.......... 18 Churches .................. 8 Easter Services Guide
Directory Columbia .............. 2 LaGrange.............. 14 PROFILE..................... 7 page 9
Eaton..................... 11 North Ridgeville. ... 6 LETS EAT...................15
Grafton................... 16 Wellington.............. 20 Easter Shopping Trail
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Easter Buffet Sunday, April 5, 2015
Join us for our Easter Buffet Featuring:

Hand Carved Roast Beef •Honey Glazed Ham •Chicken Paprikash, Lasagna

•Mashed Potatoes •Garlic Buttered Red Skin Potatoes •Green Beans •Corn •Fresh Salad Bar •Rolls with Butter
Scrambled Eggs, Sausage Links , Sausage & Biscuits •Do It Yourself Belgian Waf?e Station

1 PHEASANT RUN DR. (OFF DIAGONAL) Desserts, Soda, Coffee, Tea, and Juice Included Price: Adults $16.95
LAGRANGE • 440-355-4000 Seniors (60+) $13.95
Dining Room Seating for Buffet: Reservations Please Children 5-12 $7.95
Ask for your FREE 11:00am to 3:00pm 440-355-4000 Children under 5 Eat Free
Helium Balloon for the Kids
Lounge also Open. Regular Menu Available All Day & Night *Tax and Gratuity Not Included

Page 2, RURAL-URBAN RECORD, March 30, 2015 In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of reduction for school bus drivers in the State of Ohio from 21
Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discrim- to 18 years of age due to child safety concerns and cost of
WEEKLY CALENDAR inating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or insurance.
Thursday, March 24 disability.
Columbia Zoning Board will have their meeting at the The Board awarded a Supplemental Contract for Corey
town hall at 6:30 p.m. The public is welcome to attend. Free Hot Meal & Food Pantry Taylor as Assistant Athletic Director (spring), Step 1; the
Saturday, April 4 Board added the following persons as substitute teachers -
Sundae Funday’s will be sponsoring “Big Hare Day” at On Saturday, April 4, a free hot meal will be served and Diane Kershaw, Kayla Moore, Rachel Carter, Jennifer Keller,
Briarwood Lodge. Join them for this Hoppy occasion! There a perishable foods pantry will be available at New Life Wes- Kaylee Cottom, Whitney Shields and Jonathan Renuart; the
will be pizza, snacks, beverages, crafts, an egg hunt and the leyan Church from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. The church is located at Board added the following classi?ed substitute employees -
Easter Bunny! Pre-registration for all attending is required 11149 West River Road, Columbia Station. This is a monthly Karen Parker and Karen Durant.
by calling (440) 236-3663 or stopping in at Sundae Funday’s event held the ?rst Saturday of every month. The meal and
to secure your reservation. Cost is $5/person attending. You food pantry (featuring fresh perishable foods) is available at The Board renewed for the 2015/16 school year the Agree-
must pre-register by March 28 with Sundae Funday’s, not no charge to all local residents. For more information, please ment for Lorain County Board of Developmental Disabili-
the metropark of?ce. Event will be at Briarwood Lodge. contact Kathy at 440-840-2923 or Susan at 216-906-5091. ties for individuals age 6 through 21, renewal of the lease of
property located on District-owned property at 13516 West
CHS Weekly Calendar Dawn Dewerth River Road, February 1, 2015 through January 31, 2016, and
The Columbia Board of Education held their Regular Meet- lease of the farmable land located on District-owned property
Spring Break March 30 - April 6 ing on March 18 at the Administration Center. The Board ap- at 13516 West River Road, March 21, 2015 through March
Monday, March 30 proved the receipts, expenditures and balances for the month 20, 2016 (rental terms to be determined by the Treasurer and
4:30 pm Baseball-N. Ridgeville, JV-H, V-A ending February 28, 2015, as presented by the Treasurer. In ad- Superintendent).
Tuesday, March 31 dition, they accepted the following donations: David Sidener
4:30 pm Softball at Vermilion - one exercise bike to CHS Athletics; Columbia Schools PTA The Board accepted speci?ed staff for the 6th grade Out-
Wednesday, April 1 - $500 for Stone Lab ?eld trip; James and Dorothy Gray - $20 door Education Program, March 23, 2015 (and CHS Seniors),
4:30 pm JV Baseball/Softball-Firelands-V-H, JV-A for Stone Lab ?eld trip; Jody Krase - $50 for Stone Lab ?eld volunteers working with district athletic teams, approved the
5:00 pm V Baseball v. Firelands trip; Columbia Schools PTA - $500 for Outdoor Education; contract with the Educational Service Center of Lorain Coun-
Monday, April 6 and Melissa Simon - $273.10 for Stone Lab ?eld trip. The ty for substitute Speech/Language Pathologist services (as
5:00 pm Baseball/Softball –Brooklyn V-A, JV-H Board approved the Treasurer’s recommendations to approve needed), at a cost of $54.50 per hour plus travel expenses, and
Tuesday, April 7 the Revisions to the FY15 Amended Certi?cate of Available accepted chaperones for the 8th grade Washington DC Trip,
School resumes Resource, revisions to the FY15 Permanent Appropriations, May 13-15, 2015, pending District ?ngerprint requirements
the contract/enrollment for the OhioSchoolComp 2016 Work- during the 2014/15 school year, pending OHSAA, ORC and
Hot Stove Wing Night Fund-raiser ers’ Compensation Group Rating Program (a third party ad- District requirements.
ministrator) at a cost of $1,200 (effective January 1, 2016)
The Columbia Hot Stove League will hold their annual and a 3-year contract with Julian & Grube, Inc. to compile The next Board of Education Meeting will be held on
Wing Night Fundraiser on Saturday, April 18, from 6-9 p.m. the District’s GAAP conversion at an annual rate of $5,300 April 15 at the Administrative Center at 6:30, unless other-
at Scoundrels Bar and Grill at 826 Front St. in Berea. Tickets commencing with the FY15 audit. Patricia Eddy, the Trea- wise posted.
are $25 each and include all-you-can-eat pizza, pasta, wings surer, spoke brie?y about the 5-year forecast of receipts and
and salad, plus all-you-can-drink domestic draft, well drinks, expenditures, salaries and bene?ts now comprising of 74% of Columbia Schools
house wines, soda and coffee! They will also have a 50/50 the budget, and that the debt incurred from the $650K loan Superintendent Graig Bansek
drawing, side boards and basket raf?es. Email columbiahot- and $11K interest has now been paid in full. Graig Bansek
[email protected] or contact Bebe Paine at 216-650-0826 or announced this month’s Raider Nation Award winner to be Spring Break is Monday, March 30, through Monday,
Adrienne Heidecker at 440-212-5801 for tickets or more in- Jim Bassak for his hard work and commitment. April 6. Students and staff will return to school on Tuesday,
formation. Plan to join them for a fun night out with friends Wayne Brassell provided an update on the most recent de- April 7. Please have a safe and relaxing vacation! When we
and support the kids as they get ready to take the ?eld for velopments of the Buildings and Grounds Committee plans to return, there are only nine weeks of school left!
baseball and softball! renovate and update the high school bathrooms, boy’s locker
room and art room. Mr. Brassell also shared changes around CLSD had several students participate in the Mohican Sci-
Food Pantry the football ?eld, stands, concessions and restroom facili- ence Fair last Saturday at Ashland University. There were
ties. These changes are necessary to make/keep the District a total of 294 entries this year. The following CHS students
The April food distribution at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton compliant with codes relative to building, EPA and disabled received recognition for their projects: Dean's Award - best
Church will be on Monday, April 6, from 4-5:30 p.m. The persons. The District will put out to bid in three newspapers interdisciplinary project 1st place - Alyssa Wood and 2nd
church is located at 25801 Royalton Rd., in Columbia Town- within the month and hope to have certain projects completed place - Coleman Isner. The Governor's Award in Information
ship. The food, from the Second Harvest Food Bank of North by the beginning of the 2015/16 school year. In addition to Technology - Alyssa Wood. Outstanding Student Award -
Central Ohio in Lorain, Ohio, is available to residents of Co- ?nancing from proceeds of the sale of 3 properties, the Dis- Caite Miller, Sara Aniol and Amy Mirecki. Superior Ratings
lumbia, Grafton and Eaton. Recipients must be eligible ac- trict will be accepting donations. The District and Board feel
cording to Ohio Job and Family Services guidelines and bring the condition of the football and gym facilities should be a Columbia Station
proof of address, such as a current utility bill and a photo ID. positive re?ection of our school to the community and visit- V.F.W. Post #9340
ing schools. The District has updated the lift on the High
For more information, or to determine eligibility, phone School gym steps this last month. Brenda Buchanan provided 25742 Royalton Rd., Columbia Station
the church of?ce at 440-236-5095, Monday - Friday between an update on the Extracurricular Committee. Eight kids will
9 a.m. - noon. be participating in Academic Challenge. There was discus- (440) 236-3323
sion on the JVS not offering the engineering College Credit
#1 in Carhartt Deals! Prep course this coming year do to lack of participation (and FISH FRIES
number of students enrolled in the prerequisite class). There
Find Your Stash will be summer programs available at JVS. Wayne Brassell Every Friday now until April 3rd
& Spend Your Cash! provided an update regarding the Policy Committee.
Dr. Judy Hudgins presented information on recent chang- FEATURING:
-40 Below Socks, Carhartt Jackets, es to funding relative to student population requiring special Hand- Breaded, Fresh Lake Erie Perch!
Coats, Bibs, Flannels, Gloves & Hats services in education, staf?ng changes and budgetary savings
and obligations of the District. She said upcoming tasks in- also available - Baked Scrod,
KET CASH • CHECK • PLASTIC clude providing specialized services, examining case loads of Walleye, Butter?y Shrimp &
teachers, working with school administration to align school Macaroni & Cheese Dinners
16901 St. Rt. 58, Oberlin, OH • 440-774-4419 • Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm scheduling and developing support for students with men- ~Also Yummy homemade desserts!~
tal health needs. Presently, the District has 100 students on Dinners include Baked Potato or French Fries,
specialized programs. The state expectation for high school
graduation is 95% for typical students and 75% for students Coleslaw and Rolls.
with disabilities.
The Board agreed to not adopt a recent proposal of Ohio Serving from 5-8pm
School Boards Association to consider an age quali?cation
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Page 4, RURAL-URBAN RECORD, March 30, 2015 Letter to the Editor Columbia K-8 lunch menu
- Caite Miller, Sara Aniol, Amy Mirecki, Jessica Toncler, Jes-
sica Saki and Anna Silvay. Excellent Rating - Alyssa Wood To the Editor: For the week of 4/6-4/10
and Salena Hritz. The following CMS students received rec- Our Columbia Library offers so many activities and pro- Monday: No School
ognition: Coleman Isner received a Superior and 2nd place grams for all ages. My siblings and I can always ?nd some- Tuesday: Breakfast - Breakfast pizza; Lunch - Choice of
Dean's Award. Copopa student, Andrew Champagne, re- thing to do, from the teenagers to the very young. The Teen All American burger, Chef wrap, turkey & bacon sub, pop-
ceived a Superior and 1st place Geology Club Award. Great Reading Club has opened up a whole new way to enjoy and corn chicken salad and fries.
job to all of the students! share ideas on different types of books. The Family Movie Wednesday: Breakfast - pancake on a stick; Lunch -
and Pizza Parties let us meet new friends. The Game Nights Choice of chicken strips and waf?es, Chef wrap, turkey &
CLSD will hold its annual “State of the Schools” on show us how to work together. The Summer Reading Pro- bacon sub, popcorn chicken salad and corn.
Wednesday, April 22, at 6:30 p.m. in the gymnasium at Co- gram always is fun. Our library is important to this com- Thursday: Breakfast - breakfast pizza; Lunch - Choice
lumbia Middle School. Many important and exciting issues munity. It is a great place to relax and enjoy the quiet while of Pizza, Chef wrap, turkey & bacon sub, popcorn chicken
will be discussed. The Board of Education meeting will be catching up on information on any topic you need. Having salad and broccoli.
held on the same day and same place at 5:30 pm. Impor- the computers at the Columbia library help us complete our Friday: Breakfast - French toast; Lunch - Choice of slider
tant…There will be no BOE meeting on Wednesday, April homework. On Monday, April 13, at 6:30 p.m. there is a dog w/toppings, sundae cup, Chef wrap, turkey & bacon
15. Carnival Night. Please come visit the library and see what sub, popcorn chicken salad and carrots.
can disappear if the RENEWAL levy does not pass.
The Citizens for Schools will hold a fundraiser at Bootleg- Please vote FOR Issue #4, the Columbia Renewal Levy, Robbery suspect caught
gers on Tuesday, April 14, from 5 p.m. until close. Fifteen on Tuesday, May 5.
percent of each dinner bill will be donated back to the com- Dan, Jared, Maya and Owen Trujillo, Columbia Station On March 24, at approximately 10:45 a.m., the Columbia
mittee. You do not need a ?yer. We hope that you can attend Submitted by Mom Susan Trujillo Township FirstMerit Bank was robbed. A subject wearing
for a good cause and not have to worry about cooking dinner a Halloween mask and a black hooded sweatshirt entered
on this night. Thank you to Bootleggers for their support! Columbia Library events the bank and later made off with an undisclosed amount of
money.
We are always looking to improve the quality of the school Story Time For Cookie- -6 p.m.; and Saturday, April
district and the services we provide. If you have a suggestion, lovers: Celebrate cookies at 11, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday is The subject’s description, along with the escape vehicle’s
question or comment, please feel free to call me at (440) 236- story time at the library on a bag and box sale. A bagful description, was given out to surrounding agencies.
5008, email [email protected] or on twitter at @ Tuesday, March 31 at 10:15 of items will cost $3 and a
graigbansek a.m. Hear The Duckling Gets boxful will be $5. Penny Day At approximately 11 a.m. a Medina County Deputy
a Cookie!? by classic chil- discount prices are in effect Sheriff conducted a traf?c stop on a vehicle matching the
Columbia Trustees Meeting dren’s author Mo Willems. Saturday only. All remain- description. It was later revealed that this was in fact the
Kids will also make a cookie ing items will sell for 1 cent perpetrator and involved vehicle. Proceeds and evidence of
The Columbia Township Board of Trustees met in a spe- craft. Preregistration is re- each. For more information, the crime was located inside of the vehicle as well.
cial meeting on March 23 in the Town Hall with all three quired and is available on- call the Columbia Branch at
trustees present and the Fiscal Of?cer. After a workshop with line at LorainPublicLibrary. 440-236-8751. The male subject was taken into custody, where we was
the Fire Chief, it was decided to start the process of putting org or by calling the library later charged with the robbery. A further investigation will
a levy onto the November ballot. For purpose of information at 440-236-8751. Carnival Night: Come be conducted.
only, the Trustees will submit to the Lorain County Audi- one, come all to a special
tor proposed new money issues for operating and maintaining April Fools’ Day Pro- night at the library! Carnival Submitted by Lt. Heath Tester
the ?re department based on the present property evaluations. gram? Columbia Library night at the library is Mon-
Not only are new homes being added to Columbia but the may have a program all day, April 13 from 6:30-8 Advertise in The Rural-Urban Record
costs of equipment and supplies are rising and it will take geared up and ready to go p.m. Fun will be available Reach over 21,000 households in your area.
more money to run an ef?cient ?re and paramedic service. for teens on Wednesday, for folks of all ages, from
April 1 at 6 p.m. Then again, balloon animals and face Can you afford not to advertise?
Resolution 45 will ask the auditor how much revenue an they may not! It’s April painting to carnival games, 440-236-8982
addition of .5 mills will bring in. Resolution 46 will ask the Fools’ Day and tricks and snacks and prizes! Adults
auditor how much revenue an addition of 1 mill will bring practical jokes will abound. are welcome to enter our pie Dawn DeWerth
in. Resolution 47 will ask the auditor how much revenue and The possible program is co- contest. Bring a delicious pie 10380 Greenview Drive
addition of 1.5 mills will bring in. When the information is sponsored by The Friends of of any variety for the chance Columbia Station, OH 44028
returned, the Trustees will have to decide which resolution is the Columbia Library, Inc. to win a special prize. This 440.212.5683 • [email protected]
the best choice for Columbia Township. Preregistration is required program is cosponsored by
and is available online at The Friends of the Columbia
The Road & Bridge levy will expire in 2016, and again the LorainPublicLibrary.org or Library, Inc. Preregistration
costs to maintain and repair 40 miles of township road are ris- by calling the library at 440- is required and is available
ing. The Trustees will submit various increases to the auditor 236-8751. online at LorainPublicLi-
for information purposes. brary.org or by calling the
Excel For Beginners: library at 440-236-8751.
Resolution 48 is a 1 mill renewal levy for road improve- Can a computer program
ments. Resolution 49 is a 1 mill replacement levy. Resolution help with spring-cleaning? Streaming Disney Mov-
50 is a renewal levy with an increase of .5 mills. Resolution It could! Come to the library ies: Enjoy the magic of Dis-
51 is a renewal levy with and increase of 1 mill. Resolution on Saturday, April 4 at 10:30 ney with the click of a button.
52 is a renewal with an increase of 1.5 mills. Resolution 53 is a.m. for Excel for Begin- Instantly stream classic Dis-
a replacement levy with an increase of .5 mills. Resolution 54 ners. Learn how to get orga- ney movies from the Lorain
is a replacement levy with an increase of 1 mill. Resolution nized using Microsoft Excel Public Library System using
55 is a replacement levy with an increase of 1.5 mills. 2007, a popular spreadsheet your library card number.
program. The instructor Visit the eLibrary on Lorain-
Library Book Sale will demonstrate how to in- PublicLibrary.org and look
put data, compose simple for the service called hoopla.
From April 6-11 Friends of the Columbia Library are spon- spreadsheet formulas and On hoopla, you’ll even ?nd
soring a used book sale at the library. Admission to Monday’s more. Eliminate piles of pa- sound tracks from some of
book sale preview from 5 -7:30 p.m. is reserved for members per by gathering information your favorite movies. For
of the Friends of the Columbia Library. The book sale is open in a spreadsheet. Please be more information, call the
to the public Tuesday from 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Wednesday and comfortable using a mouse Lorain Public Library Sys-
Thursday from noon - 7 p.m., Friday from noon - 6 p.m. and before attending this class. tem at 1-800-322-READ.
Saturday from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. New members may join or for- Preregistration is required
mer members may renew their annual memberships that week. and is available online at
Saturday: $3 bag/$5 box. Large assortment of material for all LorainPublicLibrary.org or
ages. NOTE: Saturday will be Kids’ Penny Day! by calling the library at 440-
236-8751.
Olmsted Heritage Days Committee
presents BOOK SALE: Score
great bargains on books,
Thursday, April 16, 2015 CDs, DVDs and more! Plan
Doors open 5 p.m. / Show at 5:30 p.m. to shop at the book sale at the
Columbia Branch. The sale
At the Grand Paci?c Hotel is sponsored by The Friends
8112 Columbia Rd., Olmsted Falls of the Columbia Library,
Inc., and Friends members
VIVA Fashion Show Highlighting are invited to shop the pre-
Vintage Styles from view sale on Monday, April
6, open 5-7 p.m. You are in-
the Downton Abby era vited to join the Friends and
shop the book sale preview.
(Bene?ts the Olmsted Heritage Days) Former members may also
High Tea provided by ~ renew their annual member-
ship that evening. The sale is
Clementines Victorian Restaurant & Bakery open to the public on the fol-
Tickets $28 / per person lowing days: Tuesday, April
7, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Wednes-
Seating limited to 90 - Pre-sale only day, April 8, noon-7 p.m.;
Tickets not available at door Thursday, April 9, noon-7
For information, contact p.m.; Friday, April 10, noon

440-714-9000

online tickets at www.eventbrite.com

Columbia students participate in NEOSEF RURAL-URBAN RECORD, March 30, 2015 Page 5

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can Psychological Association), Alyssa Wood (NEOSEF Board of Directors Award),
and Morgan Peters ($100 award from Cleveland State University Department of Psy-
chology).

Three students represented Columbia Middle School. They were Blake Berkowitz
(2nd place Physics 7-8), Coleman Isner (2nd place Physics 7-8) and Danielle Roginsky
(2nd place Behavioral Science 7-8). Coleman Isner also received a special award of $50
and a book from the Cleveland State University Department of Physics. All students
that received a 2nd place award received $25 and a medal from NEOSEF. Third place
winners received a medal and ribbon. Honorable mention students received a ribbon.
Congratulations, students!

Medina County Pet Adopt-A-Thon

The 18th annual Medina County Pet Adopt-A-Thon is on Saturday, May 2, from 10 a.m.
- 2 p.m. at the Community Center at the Medina County Fairgrounds, 735 Lafayette Rd., in
Medina.

The event brings together over 30 pet rescue groups and pet-related companies from all
over Northeast Ohio. The public is invited. There is no admission fee. Many pets are adopted,
or applications taken for adoption, on that day.

The event features a pet blessing, food sold throughout the day at a refreshment stand, a
coloring contest for elementary students and a Pet Look Alike Contest on Facebook. It’s a
heart-warming day of people ?nding their forever pets and pets ?nding their forever homes.

Pet groups who would like to be exhibitors pay a fee of $10 per table and must pre-regis-
ter.

For more information or a registration form, contact Beth Kilchenman at the Medina Coun-
ty Auditor’s Of?ce, at (330) 725-9756 or at [email protected].

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required. Instantly stream classic Dis-
Dinner and Information Session ney movies from the Lorain Question: When your company is working on a remodel-
at the Senior Center Book Discussion - Read Public Library System using ing project, what are the normal hours they would be at the
“Major Pettigrew’s Last your library card number. project.
Because of overwhelming response to the last session, Stand,” by Helen Simon- Visit the eLibrary on Lorain-
the N. Ridgville Senior Center will have an evening of in- son. Copies are available at PublicLibrary.org and look Answer: My crews are normally at the project Monday
formation for older adults and their families, with our guests the library. Adults are wel- for the service called hoopla. thru Friday between 8am and 5pm. Sometimes we arrive
Sharon Watson and Susan Tansey with Mercy New Life Hos- come to discuss this novel On hoopla, you’ll even ?nd a little earlier or later if we have permission of the owners.
pice and Palliative Care. Their presentation entitled, “Care- on Wednesday, April 8, at soundtracks from some of Sometimes we need to work a little later to ?nish one phase
givers Relief; Spirit, Soul and Body” will include: Who is 1 p.m. Come talk about the your favorite movies. For but we always try to get the clients’ permission. We try to
a caregiver? How does it affect the family, emotionally and unexpected friendship that more information, call the plan any special times in advance so as to not create any sur-
?nancially? Respite stay to give yourself a break; Taking blossomed into something Lorain Public Library Sys- prises.
care of the caregiver and “Spa Moments” for the caregiver.? more. What risks are taken to tem at 1-800-322-READ.
“Give yourself a break”! It is called a Respite Stay - You pursue happiness in the face If you have any questions you would like to ask, send
must take care of yourself and take little spa moments. Ex- of culture and tradition? Registration for any of them to me via email at [email protected].
amples will be given on how to take those spa moments. these programs is available
Mad Science – This Is online at LorainPublicLi-
New Life will be at the Senior Center on Wednesday eve- How I Roll - Kindergarteners brary.org or by calling the
ning, April 19, with a light dinner served at 5:30 and an hour through ?fth-graders will be North Ridgeville Branch at
presentation beginning at 6 p.m. There will also be time for challenged to put their racing 440-327-8326. The North
questions and answers. Reservations for this evening are skills to the test on Wednes- Ridgeville Branch is located
also required by calling the Senior Center at 353-0828 no day, April 8, at 6:45 p.m. at 35700 Bainbridge Road.
later than Monday, April 27. Kids will be amazed at how
much fun science can be as
“We had an overwhelming response when Mercy New they build their own marble
Life Hospice came to our ‘Young at Heart’ breakfast and ramp. Pre-registration is re-
presented in January. By having it in the evening, we hope quired.
our seniors and their families as well as working members
of the community could also attend,” said Rita Price, Direc- The Wonderful World Of
tor of the Of?ce for Older Adults (Senior Center). Bubbles - Have you ever
seen bubbles that multiply?
North Ridgeville Library How about bubbles that do
acrobatics? Square bubbles?
The Lorain Public Library Pre-registration is required. – now that doesn’t even FREE
System will be closed for Browser’s® Buddies - a seem possible! Bring the
Easter on Sunday, April 5. whole family to the library Estimates
relaxed, dog-friendly pro- on Saturday, April 11, at 2 330.231.0125
Browser’s® Coloring gram where ?rst through p.m. to see Sue Durante, also
Contest - Do you know ?fth-graders may sit and read known as the Bubble Lady.
Browser®, the Lorain Public with a certi?ed Therapy Dog The Bubble Lady will make
Library System’s mascot? In International canine volun- a bubble so large a person
April at the North Ridgeville teer. Sign your child up for a will ?t inside! Don’t miss it!
Branch, kids can see who 15-minute session on Satur- This program is sponsored
Browser® is, and color him! day, April 4, between 10:30 by The Friends of the North
Bring preschoolers through - 11:30 a.m. Pre-registration Ridgeville Branch Library,
?fth-graders to the library to is required. Inc. and will kick off Nation-
pick up a Browser® coloring al Library Week. Pre-regis-
sheet. Each completed color- Writers Group - Hone tration is required.
ing sheet will be entered into your writing skills on Satur-
a drawing for a chance to day, April 4, at 2 p.m. Par- Internet For Beginners
win a small prize. ticipate in read and critique - Learn Internet basics at the
sessions, build your skills library. The class is offered
Silent Book Auction - The through writing practice and at two different times for
Friends of the North Rid- learn the craft of writing in your convenience – Mon-
geville Branch Library, Inc. general. Preregistration is day, April 13, at 6:30 p.m.
are sponsoring their 11th an- required. and Thursday, April 16, at 2
nual Silent Book Auction at p.m. The class will be given
the library. Come see a wide Story Times - A new ses- pointers for evaluating Web
variety of ?ction and non?c- sion of story times starts the content and practice using
tion autographed ?rst edition week of April 6. At story online search tools. Pre-reg-
books. They’ll be located in time, kids develop impor- istration is required.
the center display case in the tant early childhood literacy
library for viewing and bid- skills. Sign your child up Crafternoons - See what
ding throughout the month of today! Classes are listed on- can be made using pages
April. Bids will be accepted line at LorainPublicLibrary. from old books on Tuesday,
April 1-30, during regular li- org in the events calendar. April 14, at 1 p.m. for an af-
brary hours. ternoon of crafting for adults.
Computers For Begin- Pre-registration is required.
“Eggs”tra Special Fun ners - Learn computer basics
- Have a hoppin’ good time on Monday, April 6, at 6:30 Mystery Book Discussion
at the library on Wednesday, p.m. or Thursday, April 9, - When a jockey is found
April 1, at 6:45 p.m. Kin- at 2 p.m. Understand how dead, a former champion
dergarteners through ?fth- to use a mouse and identify jockey and now investigator
graders are invited to make a computer parts. Receive an is called to the case. Read
special spring-inspired craft. introduction on how the “Under Orders,” by Dick
Windows 7 operating sys- Francis. Copies are available
tem works. Practice time is at the library’s adult infor-
mation desk. Adults are wel-
come to discuss this mystery
on Wednesday, April 15, at 7
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440-327-946
Published Weekly on Monday God’s Table. Sabbath Services
www.sugarridgebaptistchurch.com Saturdays at 12:30 pm
Abel E. Carpenter & Grace A. Carpenter Sunday Worship Schedule All age Sunday School 10 am
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Sunday Worship 11 am & 6:30 pm
Lee Boise, Publisher & President 9:30 am Christian Education for all ages Wednesday Worship 7 pm NORTH
Leonard Boise, Publisher 1993-2010 10:30 am Communion Service with Music EATON
GRAFTON UNITED CHRISTIAN
Mailing Address: Children’s sermon at both services METHODIST CHURCH CHURCH
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Email: [email protected] www.saintandrew-elyria.org 8:45am Sunday School 440-748-2230
Website: www.rural-urbanrecord.com Like us on Facebook 10:00am Worship
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Rev. June Hardy Dorsey, Rector 10:35am Children’s Church
News, Pictures and all ads - Wednesday 12 Noon Rev. Delaine McGhee, Pastor Worship Services
OFFICE HOURS:
“Welcome Home” 8:00am & 9:30am St. Elizabeth
Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Ann Seton
50¢ per copy at of?ce; Subscriptions $35 per year Sunday School
Catholic Parish
Our Lady Queen of Peace COLUMBIA UNITED New Life Wesleyan Church 10:45am
Catholic Church METHODIST 25801 Royalton Rd.
CHURCH 11149 West River Rd, Polly Tallos Columbia Station, OH
Columbia Station
Worship Service Christian Ed. & Youth Director Sacrament of Reconciliation
10:30 a.m. SUNDAY 9 AM (Confession)
Bible Study, Adults/Young Adults Rev. Charles A. Butcher
Sunday School Sat., 4 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.
SUNDAY 10 AM Pastor Anytime by Appointment
during Worship Service Worship & Children’s Church
Weekend Masses Weekday Weekend Masses
Sat. 4:30pm Mass 25453 ROYALTON ROAD WEDNESDAY 6:30 PM Sat. 5 p.m.
8:00am COLUMBIA STATION, OHIO Adult Study, Women’s Study,
Sun. 8:30 & Chapel Sun. 8 & 11 a.m.
Pastor Matt Merriman Teens, Kids Club
11:00am Mon.-Tues. 236-8822 Rev. Jim Carder, 440-236-5095
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Community Easter Egg Hunt Night at the Races
Adult Bible Study
Join LifeSpring Community Church for their annual The St. Mary Parish is having a Night at the Races event Sunday 9:15am
Community Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4, at Mill on Saturday, April 18, from 5:30-10 p.m. in the Parish Hall. Sunday Worship 10:30am
Stream Park, in Columbia Station. The ?rst hunt begins Proceeds will go toward roof repairs. For more information, Children’s Sunday School
at 10 a.m. for ages 0-6. The second hunt begins at 10:40 contact Joan at the Parish Of?ce, 323-5539 or JMP82147@ 10:30am during Worship
for ages 7-12. Enjoy complimentary refreshments, music, aol.com. Church ph: 440-748-2154
games, face painting, prizes and giveaways. Don’t forget to Preschool ph: 440-748-3445
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are welcome to attend. For more information, visit lifespr- Rev. John Ramsey II
[email protected] or check out www.lifescc.net. East Oberlin Community Church is hosting a Lake Erie
Perch Dinner with french fries, scalloped potatoes, maca- The Kantorei
Lions Easter Egg Hunt & Lunch roni-n-cheese, green beans (choice of 2 side dishes), cole-
slaw, bread, beverage and dessert. They are located at 43709 On Friday, April 10, at 7 p.m., St. Paul Lutheran Church,
On Saturday, April 4, the LaGrange Lions will hold their Oberlin-Elyria Road, in Oberlin. This event will be from in Valley City, presents The Kantorei, a 16-voice choir com-
Easter Egg hunt and Lunch, from 12-1 p.m. at Lions Park, 4:30-8 p.m. on April 3. Cost of the meal is $12 per person posed of men studying for the pastoral ministry at Concor-
240 Glendale St., LaGrange. Please bring a bag or a basket for adults, $6 for children 6-12 and free for children 5 and dia Theological Seminary in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
to hold your eggs. under. Carry-out available starting at 4:30 p.m. or dine in
starting at 5 p.m. They can deliver locally in the Oberlin The Kantorei will present an Easter program of scrip-
Free Pancake Breakfast area. If you have any questions, please contact the church ture, song, prayer and preaching. There is no cost. Seating
and Easter Egg Hunt of?ce at (440) 774-3443 or Chris Vough at (216) 299-5372 is general admission. Doors open at 6 p.m.
(please leave message if no answer).
North Eaton Baptist Church invites you to come out The choir is directed by Kantor Kevin Hildebrand and
for a free Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, April 4, from Blue Grass and Gospel Music the accompanying organist will be Associate Kantor Mat-
8:30-10:30 a.m. They will be serving up hot pancakes and thew Machemer. The Rev. Dr. Paul Grime, Dean of Spiri-
sausage to all who attend. Kids will be able to complete East Oberlin Community Church is hosting a Bluegrass tual Formation and Professor of Pastoral Ministry and Mis-
an Easter craft and hunt for some eggs to receive a bag of and Gospel Music event. They are located at 43709 Ober- sions at CTSFW, will serve as preacher.
candy. This event is free for the whole family. The church is lin-Elyria Road, in Oberlin, and will be hosting the event
located at 12109 S. Reed Rd., in Grafton. If you need more from 6-8 p.m. on Saturday, April 4. Doors open at 5 p.m. Learn more about St. Paul at www.spvc.org and the
information, please call (440) 748-2552. Cost of admission is $5 per person. Music starts at 6 p.m. LCMS at www.lcms.org.
The featured band is Snowy River Boys. There will be an
Song of the Shadows open kitchen available, free popcorn and a 50/50 raf?e. If Desserts and Drama
you have any questions, please contact the church of?ce at
The combined choirs of Columbia and Strongsville (440) 774-3443, Chris Vough at (216) 299-5372 or Patty York United Methodist Church will present a multime-
United Methodist Churches, accompanied by a twenty-one Kopcho at (440) 655-4736 (please leave message if no an- dia production, "Desserts and Drama," focusing on familiar
piece chamber orchestra, invite you to a deeply moving swer). hymns. Members of the community are invited to attend this
Holy Week, Good Friday Tenebrae service. The free pro- show on Saturday, April 18, at 7 p.m. There is no admission
gram will be held at Strongsville United Methodist Church, Bluegrass & Southern Gospel charge. Refreshments will be served. The church is located
13500 Royalton Road, in Strongsville, at 8 p.m. on April at 6566 Norwalk Road (Mallet Creek), at the intersection of
3. The service is centered on the life of Christ as the Light There will be a performance of Gospel-Bluegrass and Rt.18 and Rt. 252, west of downtown Medina.
of the World who delivered himself into our darkness. In Southern Gospel on Saturday, April 4, at 6 p.m.
shadows of ancient temples, of an upper room, of midnight The Andersonville Trial,
in Gethsemane, of Pilate’s court, and, ultimately, of the The group “Calvary’s Path” from Cleveland will be
cross, we see Christ preaching, experiencing betrayal, then singing at Chatham Community Center, 6306 Avon Lake a Civil War Classic
struggling with obedience and sacri?ce. As Jesus walked in Rd., in Spencer. Admission is free, and there will be a love
shadows, so, too, do we. However, we can ?nd comfort in offering. One hundred ?fty years ago the Civil War ended. Imme-
this: wherever there is shadow, there is also light. diately Captain Henry Wirz, Commandant of the notorious
Please bring a friend and a covered dish, as there will be Confederate Andersonville Prison, was captured and put on
Come to the shadows, the ?ickering candle. Silence a pot luck to follow. Any questions, please call (330) 416- trial by the U.S. Military. He was charged with conspiracy
yourself in the still of this place. Here in this moment as si- 7779 or e-mail www.calvaryspath.com. to destroy prisoners’ lives, and with murder. The result re-
lence surrounds you, open your heart to the music of grace. mains a controversy today. A century-plus later, the trial
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Breakfast 8:15-10 a.m. Easter Morning Service 10:30 A.M.
Holy Sat. Easter Vigil Mass 8:30 p.m. Special singing by The Lore Family Good Fri. - Worship/Communion 7 p.m.
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Good Friday Service 7 p.m. Easter Sunday Masses 8, 10 a.m. & Noon Easter Communiion Service 8 a.m.
Holy Thursday Service 7:30 p.m. Saturday Vigil / Holy Communion 5 p.m.
Good Fri. Service 8 p.m. @ Strongsville Easter Service / Holy Communion 10 a.m. TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH Easter Service 11 a.m..
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Good Fri. Service 2 p.m. Stations 7 p.m. Sat. Easter Vigil 8:30 p.m.
HOSANNA LUTHERAN CHURCH Sat. Food Blessing 2 p.m. Easter Vigil 8 p.m. Easter Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Good Fri. Sanctuary open for
13485 West River Rd. • 440-236-8900 Easter Sunday Masses -9 & 11 a.m. prayer and meditation during the day.
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Good Friday Service 7 p.m. @ Hosanna ST. MARY CHURCH 973 Mechanic St. • 440-926-2034 Worship Service 7:30 p.m.
Saturday Easter Vigil 8:30 p.m. @ Trinity 320 Middle Avenue • 440-323-5539 Maundy Thursday Service 7 p.m. Easter Service/Music 10:45 a.m.

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ST. ELIZABETH ANN SETON CHURCH Saturday Easter Vigil 8:30 p.m. at Sheldon Woods Easter Sunrise Service 7:30 a.m.
25801 Royalton Rd. • 440-236-5095 Easter Sunday Masses - 8, 9:30 & 11 a.m. Easter Sunday Service 10 a.m. Hot Breakfast 8:45 a.m.
Holy Thurs. Mass/Adoration 7-9 p.m. Sunday School Adult 9:30 a.m.
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Good Fri. Service 3 p.m., Stations 6:30 p.m. 9685 East River Rd. • 440-322-5497 12365 Grafton Rd. • 440-458-6612
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Cracking egg myths within one hour. People risk food-borne illnesses if they about their faith to their kids also can include books about
in time for Easter consume Easter eggs that have been left out for several the story of Easter, rosary beads, a cruci?x for a child's
hours or overnight. It is better to dispose of colored eggs room, and maybe a children's Bible.
Easter eggs are a centerpiece of many family traditions after the annual egg hunt or at least keep hard-boiled eggs
come Easter Sunday. Easter eggs symbolize fertility and refrigerated until the hunt begins. • Make time for volunteer work. Many families reserve
rebirth to some, but many people associate Easter eggs volunteerism for the Christmas season, but Easter also
with youngsters scouring the yard in search of treasure. Myth: It is unsafe to eat all dyed Easter eggs. marks a great time to volunteer. In a season that focuses
Fact: Whether dyed eggs are safe or not depends on on the ultimate sacri?ce, families can open their hearts to
Whether Easter eggs are associated with secular or the type of dye used. Many kits use vegetable-based dyes others. Invite someone over for Easter dinner who has no-
religious beliefs, these colorful staples of Easter Sunday that are food-safe. These same pigments are used in tra- where to go. Share your holiday celebrations with a person
are an integral part of springtime holiday decor and cel- ditional food coloring. Even if the dye has penetrated be- of another faith so that he or she may be able to see what
ebrations. Certain misconceptions about Easter eggs have neath the shell, it should still be safe for consumption. Kits makes this time of year special. Create a service jar ?lled
developed over time, and the following are some of the for blown-out eggs may use dyes that are not food-safe. with small, loving tasks everyone in the family can do each
more common myths about Easter eggs that have made Also, people who are allergic to certain food dyes might day.
the rounds. want to avoid eating dyed eggs.
Myth: Pastel-colored eggs have long-rooted religious The Lenten season, including Easter, is the most cel-
Myth: Easter eggs are safe to eat after your egg hunt signi?cance. ebrated time of the year for Christians. Families can enjoy
is over. Fact: An Easter egg hunt is a tradition that originated the festivities by blending many different traditions together
with pagan spring festivals. But like many pagan practices, and by focusing on the spirituality of the season.
Fact: Hard-boiled eggs generally remain safe to eat at Easter egg hunting was eventually adopted by Christians
room temperature for about two hours. If the temperature and assigned religious signi?cance. In the Orthodox and Making Easter eggs last
outside or indoors is very warm, the eggs should be eaten Eastern Catholic Churches, Easter eggs are dyed red to
represent the blood of Christ shed on the cross. The hard Families gather on Easter to participate in many differ-
Easter shell of the egg symbolizes the sealed Tomb of Christ ent traditions that have been passed down through time.
Flowers for many. In A.D. 1610 under Pope Paul V, the Christian One such tradition is coloring Easter eggs. Millions of eggs
Church of?cially adopted the Easter egg custom that the are harvested and sold this time of year to be included
Share your eggs symbolize the resurrection. in Easter festivities. However, soon after egg hunts have
Easter Happiness Myth: An Easter egg roll is an American tradition. been completed and family dinners are brought to the
Fact: In Germany, England and other countries, chil- table, those colored eggs may be relegated to the trash.
with your dren traditionally rolled eggs down hillsides at Easter. This When colored with food-grade dyes, such as those manu-
Family & Friends practice may have initially symbolized the rolling away of factured and readily available around Easter, the eggs re-
the rock from Jesus Christ's tomb before his resurrection. main safe to eat. Colored eggs that are stored in a refrig-
•PLANTS When European immigrants arrived in North America, they erator can last up to a week if their shells remain intact.
•CORSAGES brought these Easter egg traditions with them. One of the Peeled eggs may last up to ?ve days, says the USDA Food
•CUT FLOWERS more popular Easter egg rolls of modern day takes place Safety and Inspection Service. Once eggs are boiled and
•FLOWERS BY WIRE on the White House lawn, where children push an egg dyed, they should be promptly put into the refrigerator to
through the grass with a long-handled spoon. Some say keep them fresh and edible. It's adviseable to use plastic,
Order now for your church or home. this tradition was established by Dolly Madison in 1814. wood or papier-mâché eggs for Easter egg hunts, as eggs
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equinox. refrigeratehard-boiled eggs if this task can be completed
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Hospice Warehouse Sale 10799 Vermillion Rd., Henrietta Twp.
1st Place winner Robin Galvin with her commemorative
apron and the coveted Disciples Chili Cook-off Trophy. On May 15-16, Hospice of the Western Reserve will have •April 15 - 4:30-6:30 p.m. St. Teresa of Avilia Church,
their Warehouse Sale. No matter what you’re looking for, 1878 Abbe Rd., Shef?eld Village.
The North Eaton Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) you’ll ?nd it here: furniture, artwork, china sets, lamps, lin-
once again hosted the Disciples Chili Cook-off on March 1. ens, glassware, holiday decorations, collectibles and much •April 16 - 1-4 p.m. Elyria City Health District, BY
Sister Disciple churches were invited to join them for a night more. APPT. ONLY, 202 Chestnut Street, Elyria (440) 323-7595.
of chili tasting, voting and excellent music provided by the
Midview Jazz Band. Proceeds from the sale support seriously ill patients and •April 21 - 4-6:30 p.m. St. Patrick’s Catholic Church,
their families, veterans in need of specialized care, grief and 512 N. Main St., Wellington
The Cook-off was held to raise money for the Cleveland trauma counseling in schools and other community-based
Christian Home, a residential treatment facility for abused programs provided by this non-pro?t agency. •April 22- 3:30-6 p.m. St. Julie Billiart Church, 5500
and neglected boys. 15 chilies were entered into the Cook-off Lear Nagel Rd., N. Ridgeville.
and just over $1,000 was donated. The sale will be held Friday, May 15, from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
and Saturday, May 16, from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., at Hospice of the Adult immunization clinics are for anyone 18 years of age
The winners were 6th - Carol Butcher, 5th - Jerry Mullins, Western Reserve Headquarters, 17876 St. Clair Ave., Cleve- and older. Please note that prices vary by type of monetiza-
4th - Bob Koviak, 3rd - Melissa Folk, 2nd - Deborah Ward land 44110. Cash and major credit cards (VISA, MasterCard tion.
and 1st - Robin Galvin. and Discover) are accepted for payment (no checks).
•April 28 - 1-6 p.m. Lorain County General Health Dis-
Congratulations to all! Donations of Furniture and Household Goods Sought trict 9880 S. Murray Ridge Rd., Elyria.
for Sale - Hospice of the Western Reserve is also actively
seeking donations of furniture and household goods for the For more information on immunizations, contact the Lo-
Warehouse Sale. All furniture items will be previewed prior rain County General Health District at (440)322-6367.
to acceptance for donation; tax receipts will be provided. Ar-
rangements can be made to pick up large furniture or fragile VALLEY CITY
donations from anywhere in Northeast Ohio at no cost to the VISION CENTER
donor, though they gladly accept monetary donations to help
defray the cost of furniture transport. Those interested in con- FAMILY VISION
tributing items for the sale should contact the Warehouse Sale CENTER
Team at 800-707-8922 ext. 6881.
Dr. Norma Jesse, 6621 Center Road
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Page 14, RURAL-URBAN RECORD, March 30, 2015 KMS/KHS PTA fund-raiser

Books And Brunch Want to help KMS/KHS PTA raise money without buy- JACK MATIA
ing or selling anything and get your spring cleaning done? HONDA
The Friends of The Keystone-LaGrange Community Help them ?ll an Easter Seal truck with clothing, comforters,
Library are hosting their 4th annual Books and Brunch on towels, shoes and purses. All donated items will be reused, re- New & Used
Saturday, April 25, from 9:15 a.m.-12 (noon) at Lions Park, sold or recycled. All donations are tax-deductible. Fill a large Cars
240 Glendale Street, in LaGrange. Authors featured for this kitchen size garbage bag with your donation items and drop
year’s program include Elizabeth Bishop, Robert Moore, them off at Keystone High School on Wednesday, April 22, 440-366-5501
Wendi Zwaduk, Pete Grondin and Dr. Bob DeMaria. Pre- and Thursday, April 23, between 3-7 p.m. or Saturday, April
sale tickets are only $10. For more details or ticket informa- 25, from 8-11 a.m. Steve Moore 823 Leona St., Elyria
tion, call Marilyn at 440-355-5770.
Their goal is to collect 500 bags to earn $1,200 for PTA! New and Certi?ed Hondas
LaGrange Lions Texas Happy Spring Cleaning! All Models - Used Cars
Holdem tournament
Mr. Wildcat Pageant Hours: Mon. & Thurs. 9-9; Tues. & Fri. 9-6; Sat. 8-5
The LaGrange Lions will be hosting a Texas Holdem
Tournament on Saturday, April 11. The doors will open at 10 On Monday, March 30, Keystone’s ?nest gentlemen will
a.m., with the main event Tournament beginning at 3 p.m. compete in the ?rst Mr. Wildcat Pageant. Fifteen contestants
The tournament cost is $50; pre-register and receive 2,500 will challenge each other in four categories: spirit wear, tal-
bonus chips. ent, formal wear and Q & A. Staff members will judge while
the guys show off their wit and humor and battle to become
There will be cash games. First prize for the tournament Keystone’s ?rst Mr. Wildcat. The fun begins at 6:30 p.m.
is $2,500* 80/20 split for prize pool, paying top 10% or the in the cafetorium. On Wednesday, April 1, Village Pizza is
?nal table, *whichever is greater, based on 100 players. showing its support by hosting a Dine to Donate from 4-7
p.m. You can contribute by dining in, carrying out or purchas-
Contact Noel at (440) 458-6781 or Jerry at (440) 785- ing gift certi?cates. Finally, the North Ridgeville Chipotle is
1996 for reservations or questions. Food and beverages will hosting a Dine to Donate on April 16 from 4-8 p.m.
be available.
All funds earned will be used to reduce prom costs.
KHS Senior Citzens Breakfast
Keystone Mathletes shine
Keystone High School’s Youth-4-Youth organization and at Competition
the FCCLA are excited to welcome local residents to the an-
nual Senior Citizens’ Breakfast on Wednesday, April 29, at Over 125 students attended the third annual integration
9 a.m. at the High School. Attendees will enjoy a delicious bee competition! KHS Calculus Teacher Mrs. Andrews ex-
breakfast, made and served by high school students, games plains, “An integration bee is like a spelling bee, but instead
and more! Please RSVP with the number attending by Mon- of spelling words, students must solve integrals.” Of the 20
day, April 27, to Keystone High School Teacher Ms. Heffer- competitors, the top three ?nishers this year were Steven
nan at (440) 355-5132 ext. 1157 or at Shannon.Heffernan@ Speck in ?rst place, second place - Keaton Melendez and
keystone.k12.oh.us. third place - Madison Cahill.

Healthy U for seniors Many local businesses and teachers donated items for the
winners and door prizes for spectators at the event. Village
The Lorain County Of?ce on Aging is offering a free Pizza donated $45 in gift certi?cates, SpaceBound donated
6-week workshop entitled Healthy U; Healthy Ideas to Im- a tech basket with prizes worth $225, the PTA donated $50
prove Your Health. and Mrs. Andrews herself raised $150 through Super Bowl
Squares. In addition, teachers Michelle Compton, Nicole
The workshop will be held on Tuesdays, 10 a.m. - 12:30 Stratton and Tracy Clarico donated items for door prizes.
p.m., from April 14 - May 19, at LaGrange Village Hall,
355 S. Center St. A special thanks to these donors and to all of the La-
Grange businesses, parents, teachers and community mem-
Set your own weekly goals and make a step-by-step plan bers who continually support Keystone programs. Congrat-
to improve your health - and your life! Register today by ulations again to the student participants and the top three
calling Carolyn at (440) 326-4805, or Rus at (440) 326- ?nishers in the competition!
4895. Registration ends April 6, 2015.
Black River Audubon
www.MyConvenient.com April meeting/program

The program Moving Targets: The Challenge of Con-
serving Migratory Birds will be presented by Dr. Sarah Ma-
bey on April 7, at 7 p.m. at the Carlisle Reservation Visitor
Center, 12882 Diagonal Road, in LaGrange.

Dr. Mabey will discuss the behavioral and ecological
challenges that migratory songbirds face on their annual
journeys, particularly migration stopover and the challenges
associated with protecting birds and their habitats beyond
the boundaries of parks and preserves. Over the past two
decades she has had the good fortune to study migratory
songbirds in North and Central America and Europe.

Mabey is an Associate Professor and Co-Director of
Environmental Studies Program at Hiram College and is
a member of the Audubon Society of Greater Cleveland’s
Board of Trustees.

This program is free to the public and sponsored by the
Black River Audubon Society. For more information on pro-
grams, memberships and volunteering, visit www.blackriv-
eraudubon.org .

Audubon Hike: Join Audubon members on their April 18
hike at the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Meet at 9:30
a.m. at the Station Road Bridge, Brecksville Station. Trip
leader is Nan Miller.

Black River Audubon Jack Smith Outstanding Speaker
Program: The Jack Smith Outstanding Speaker Series, in
cooperation with the Lorain County Metro parks presents
Dave Horn and his program “A Forty Year Survey of Birds in
Northwestern Hocking County, Ohio”, on April 11, at 2 p.m.
at the Carlisle Reservation Visitor Center, 12882 Diagonal
Road, LaGrange.

From 1974 until now, Horn has owned a small cabin in a
low-density recreational development in the Hocking Hills,
and walked the same 2-mile route monthly over the past 40
years. On nearly six hundred walks, he noted every bird
species seen or heard.

His talk will address his conclusions on various bird spe-
cies that still thrive or have left based on ecological succes-
sion of this property from shrub stage and small trees to ma-
ture forest and managed residential and recreational areas.

Horn is Professor Emeritus of Entomology at The Ohio
State University, where he has taught for 43 years, and was
Executive Director of the Ohio Biological Survey. He is a
graduate of Harvard with a Ph.D. from Cornell. His research
interests have centered on arthropod predator-prey interac-
tions, and on impacts of prescribed ?re and utility right-of-
way construction on forest insects. This year will be his 63rd
year of watching birds.

This talk is free to the public. For more information on
programs, volunteering or becoming a member, visit www.
blackriveraudubon.org or call 440-225-7601.

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Elm Street project. The work is on schedule and the project Midview Schools
should be completed by the end of May. Superintendent Scott Goggin
Mechanic Street - Drainage work has been completed on
the Mechanic Street project as well. The contractor’s dead- Spring break is upon us! I hope our students, staff and
line, of May 31, should be met. A gas line project on Chestnut their families have a wonderful week to relax and enjoy time
Street is being done by the gas company, and not the village. away!
Any questions or concerns from this project should be ad-
FRIENDS MEETING dressed by the gas company. This past week, incoming kindergarten students were
The next meeting of the Friends of the Grafton-Midview able to come to Midview to register and meet their teachers
Public Library will be held on Tuesday, April 7, at 6:30 p.m. and future classmates. We are just completing our ?rst year
in the library. Come and enjoy a short business meeting and of all-day, every day kindergarten and have been very happy
with the results. We are expecting each year to get better and
Grafton Village Councilthen a special program. better. We want to remind families that kindergarten regis-
LOCAL HISTORY PROGRAMS tration is open! If you were unable to attend this registration
Two programs on local history are being presented inApril. night and have a student who will be ?ve years old by Aug.
The ?rst program is Grafton Train History and is scheduled After a presentation will not be any change to 1, 2015, come to the Midview Board of Education and reg-
for Thursday, April 9, at 6:30 p.m. in the Grafton-Midview Li- updating members of the county rank and ?le employ- ister. Open enrollment for kindergarten is also open.
brary. Paul Justy, local author and Carlisle Historical Society Grafton Village Council on ees. Political af?liation was
member, will present a program on the history of trains and the status of the State Route not a factor in the creation This week, Midview High School inducted our new
the landmark switching tower. Please call the library at 926- 57 construction project, the of the districts. Population members to National Honor Society. We would like to con-
3317 to register. The second program, to be held Wednesday, members listened to a pre- research was conducted by gratulate Seniors - Nicholas Chambers, Cole Franks, Dan-
April 15, at 6:30 p.m., will commemorate the 50th anniver- sentation about changing Cleveland State University. iela Hoover, Kristen Jelen, Margaret Nobel, Kayla Payne
sary of the Grafton tornado. Lorain County to a charter Districts lines would remain and Daryan Willmitch; Juniors – Zodie Blair, Kaila Bolden,
form of government. unchanged through the 2020 Login Bolin, Carrie Carlson, Andrea DeCaire, Cassandra
TROOP 120 NEWS census. Lines may change if Haight, Lindsay Haywood, Bradley Hetrick, Elliana Hoff,
Boy Scout Toop 120 had 13 scouts attend the Merit Badge Representatives from a the results show a shift in Kylie Jalowiec, Kassandra Joviak, Jesse Knapp, Lau-
Midway, a district wide event at Lorain County Joint Voca- bipartisan citizen commit- population to maintain the ren Kuch, Hailey Kunath, Katelyn Kundtz, Alexis Norris,
tional School on March 14. The boys were honored for hav- tee, Citizens for Equal Rep- ?ve percent population re- Sonali Patel, Leia Peffer, Carley Peterson, Lindsay Pierce,
ing completed 25 merit badges in 13 different subjects rang- resentation, proposing the quirement. The group is col- Dimitri Redwood, Hannah Sedlak, Kyra Shassberger, Da-
ing from coin collecting to auto repair. The troop will have an change brought to the Tues- lecting signatures to have kota Steindl and Jamie Verda. These students have shown
outing in which they will take a train ride through the historic day, March 24, meeting a it placed on the November tremendous dedication to character, scholarship, leadership
Cuyahoga Valley and a bike ride along the tow path of the power point, maps, petitions ballot. Council then voted and service. Congratulations to these students and their
Erie Canal in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. The boys and a ?yer containing infor- to endorse the change. families.
will also be attending a summer camp near Cincinnati in June mation. The citizen com-
and will camp on a battle?eld of Gettysburg in July. The troop mittee would like to change More information is I want to remind everyone that Spring Break is March 30
is continuing their training for their extreme trip to the North- Lorain County from a statu- available on the committee’s through April 6. Students return to school on April 7.
ern Frontier. New scouts are still being accepted to join in all tory style of government website, http://7districts.
activities. The troop meets at the Moose Lodge, 555 Ternes to the charter style. The com/ or on their Face book I hope everyone has a fun and safe spring break!
Lane, in Elyria on Monday nights at 7 p.m. Call 440-225- change would give more page. Have a great week!
3746 for more information or just stop by on Monday. control to the residents of
the county. Under the cur- Council also heard an Midview lunch menu
update regarding residen-
Road Construction Updates rent style of government, tial homes which are in For April 6-10
citizen generated legislation commercial and industrial Monday - NO SCHOOL
must be made as an initia- zones in the village. Homes Tuesday - #1 Chicken patty, #2 Cheeseburger, baked
At the Grafton Village Council meeting on March 24, up- tive to change 86 counties in these areas if damaged french fries, fruit, milk.
dates were given on all the drainage and road construction in Ohio. An example was or destroyed may have dif- Wednesday - #1 Toasted cheese sandwich, #2 Turkey
projects currently underway in the village. given by using the issue of ?culty getting loans from wrap, tomato soup, celery w/ranch, fruit, milk.
State Route 57 - The State Route 57 project, which was term limits for of?cials, Lo- banks due to the zoning Thursday -#1 Chicken and noodles w/dinner roll, #2
delayed by the early November snow and cold, will see work- rain County cannot impose code. Many cannot build BBQ rib sandwich, steamed broccoli, sherbert, fruit, milk.
ers returning April 6 to ?nish. Concrete pads will be put at the limits unless the issue goes garages and have other such Friday - #1 Pizza, #2 Grilled chicken salad w/dinner
road’s intersections with Novak Road and Commerce Drive. to Columbus and it passes dif?culties. There will be a roll, steamed carrots, fruit, milk.
Sidewalks and landscaping will be completed, all street signs in 86 of the 88 counties in public meeting on this is- Note: A Chef Salad is offered as a 3rd choice every day.
will be installed, ?nished asphalt will be put down and ?nal Ohio. The two counties not sue Monday, March 30, at 7 Carroteenies are offered as a 2nd vegetable daily. All grains
striping will be done. Two-way traf?c will be maintained by included have already gone p.m. at the village hall. served are whole grains.
?agman when needed. The project is due to be ?nished by to the charter form of gov- Council then began to
early June. ernment. The two stressed act on agenda items. The Breakfast Menu
Mon. - String cheese and Scooby snacks
this was only an example resignation of a part-time Tues. - Egg and cheese sandwich
and not their objective. police of?cer was accepted, Wed. - Cereal and toast
Under the charter sys- several budget and treasury Thurs. - mini pancakes
Karen A. Kramer, D.D.S. tem, seven districts would needs were approved,and a Fri. - Super bun
420 N. Main St., Grafton be formed. All seven would policy regarding the use of Fruit, milk and juice is offered with every breakfast.
have a population within the baseball ?elds at Reser-
?ve percent of each other. voir Park was adapted. McConnell Ready Mix is a full service Ready
Emergencies Seven commissioners, In other business, Coun- Mix Concrete supplier servicing the Northeast
representing each district, cil voted to contribute up to Ohio area. We service Residential, Commer-
Welcomed! would be elected. The cost $4,500 to help Hot Stove put cial, Industrial or Government projects of any
of the additional commis- mesh awnings on the dug- size. For ordering and delivery of Ready Mix
Same-day Denture sioners would remain the outs at Reservoir Park. The Concrete or just a quote for your project call
same as it is for the current members also asked for the
Repairs Available three. Instead of the state basketball nets to be brought 440-458-4325.
McConnell Ready Mix
“We Cater To Cowards” imposed compensation of back to North Park, and dis- 37540 Butternut Ridge Road • N. Ridgeville, OH 44039
approximately $77,000, the cussed other park projects. www.mcconnellreadymix.com
new commissioners would Those projects may include [email protected]
SATURDAY APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE receive approximately the maintenance of existing
$32,000 annually. There and the repaving of some
440-926-3441

park driveways and parking,
and the possible creation of
a walking trail and basket-
Grafton Train History ball court at Reservoir Park.

Tami Mullins of the Graf-
ton-Midview Library pre-
Thursday, April 9, 6:30 p.m. viewed several local history
programs and the superhero
theme for the summer read-
Join us as Paul Justy, local author ing program. She also told
and Carlisle Historical council the summer lunch

Society member presents a program will be back to the

program on the history of library. Volunteers are be-
ing sought.
trains in Grafton. This event also It was then announced
includes the history of
the landmark switching that Tom Williams, the new
Village Administrator, has
station that still stands along taken a new position, but
will continue working for
the tracks in the Village. Grafton on a part-time ba-

Registration required. sis.

Register by visiting our

website, stopping by or

calling the library.

983 Main St., Grafton, OH 44044 •(440) 926-3317 •www.gmplibrary.org

Attention Residents librarians Shari and Fred, a program is being prepared to RURAL-URBAN RECORD, March 30, 2015 Page 17
provide pictures as well as commentary from the tornado’s
The Village of Grafton, through the Regional Income Tax survivors, to provide a time of remembrance and honor for It’s Bowl for Kids’ Sake time
Agency, has recently issued letters and subpoenas for delin- all the families involved. We are asking all of you who were
quent individual taxes, business net pro?t and withholding involved in the tornado to tell us about your experiences and Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Lorain County will be hold-
taxes for tax years 2013 and prior. If you have received a let- memories. Become a part of Grafton’s history. Please call ing their annual Bowl for Kids’ Sake fund-raiser on April
ter or subpoena and have not ?led your taxes for these years, Shari or Fred at the library, 926- 3317 or Doris at 926-2956 18 at Rebman’s Lanes, located at 5300 Oberlin Avenue, in
please contact the Regional Income Tax Of?ce at 1-800-860- as soon as possible. Lorain. Bowling times are 1:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.
7482 to ?le the appropriate taxes and to avoid further legal
action. Noti?cation of the income tax ?ling must also be sent Due to the Pitts?eld tornado observance on Saturday, According to Lise Day, Vice-President and CEO of Big
to the Village. April 11, the History Club and the GVHA will host the Brothers, Big Sisters of Lorain County, “We couldn’t change
program on Wednesday, April 15, at 6:30 p.m. (the regular childrens’ lives without the help of the entire community. As
Trapping Leprechauns meeting night of the Club). our biggest fund-raiser, I am always humbled to see so many
people come together to support our cause. This year, I feel
St. Jude kindergarten student, Nathan King, demonstrates his On Saturday, April 11, at 2 p.m,. the Pitts?eld Historical fortunate to have the Chronicle Telegram, the Morning Jour-
leprechaun trap for his class. Society will hold a 50th Commemorative Anniversary Cer- nal, Loraincounty.com and WEOL, WOBL and WDLW ra-
emony of the 1965 tornado at the Township Hall on Rts. 58 dio stations as our media sponsors. Corporate and individual
The kindergarten students at St. Jude School worked and 303. Following the dedication of a Memorial Plaque to sponsors are also starting to come in.”
with their parents at home to create special traps designed to those who lost their lives and homes, there will be various
trap leprechauns. They brought these traps to school, where activities, special guests, stories and refreshments. All are The suggested donation is $75 per person. So, get some
they presented their designs to their classmates. The class welcome. friends together and form a team of four or ?ve bowlers.
discussed the pros and cons of each trap and then gave their Prizes are available for team raising the most money.
troubleshooting input to help make the traps more effective. Grafton has much to be thankful for. As the tornado
The students set the traps the night before St. Patrick's Day. traveled eastward after causing great damage from Indiana How you can help:
Unfortunately, they were disappointed when they returned to across northern Ohio, Pitts?eld Center was wiped out with Become a corporate sponsor, get your friends together
school the next day to discover that the pesky leprechauns had many lives lost, LaGrange and the area north was battered, and form a team, sponsor a Little, make a donation, give a
evaded their traps. Grafton lost one life with great damage on the south side door prize, attend the pre-event at Quaker Steak and Lube on
and it continued to kill and destroy as it traveled east toward April 16 from 4-6 p.m. or become a Big Brother or Sister.
Grafton Village History Columbia. Did you know, Little Brothers and Sisters are:
•46% less likely to do drugs
After the months of snow and cold, March 20 arrived and Grafton-Midview Library •52% less likely to skip school
of?cially, Springtime is here! •and 1/3 less likely to hit someone.
The Grafton Midview readiness screening with To register for Bowl for Kids’ Sake, call Big Brothers,
As I walked around my yard enjoying the warmth of the Public Library plans to con- your child, we can gauge Big Sisters of Lorain County at 440.277.6541 or visit their
sunshine, I was amazed to ?nd the tulips were showing and tinue bringing quality pro- your child's strengths and website, www.BigLorainCounty.org.
the lemon lilies were clumps of little green sprouts. Daffo- grams in 2015. For accurate weaknesses and provide you Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Lorain County receives fund-
dils were showing color and there were robins in the trees, planning, please be advised with tips to help boost Kin- ing from the Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services Board of
and great piles of snow yet to melt. It is time to “get active” most library programs re- dergarten and reading readi- Lorain County, the Community Foundation of Greater Lo-
again. quire registration. To regis- ness skills over the coming rain County, the Lorain County Board of Mental Health, the
ter, call or visit the library, or summer months! Screenings Nord Family Foundation, the Nordson Corporation, United
During the winter months, the GHVA has been working visit their website at www. offered throughout the entire Way of Lorain County and many generous individuals and
with the GMP Library planning a Community History Club. gmplibrary.org. month of April at area child businesses.
The public area, hours open and the expertise of personnel care centers. Please call us at
provides a great meeting place. The GVHA has provided Trail Tales - through (440) 926-3317 to arrange a All Makes, Models, CV Joints,
state of the art equipment, i.e. scanner, recorders, etc. It is Monday, March 30. Bundle screening at the library.
amazing what “new fangled gadgets” can do. up and celebrate the start AUTHORIZED U-Joints, Standard Transmission,
of spring at the Indian Hol- Block Party - Thursday, Medium & Heavy Duty Trucks,
The timing of this group was just right as April 11, 2015 is low Reservation! Hike the April 2, All day during li-
the 50th anniversary of the 1965 tornado that ripped through Beech-Maple trail to read brary hours. Looking for TRANSMISSIONS 4 Wheel Drive, Transfer Cases,
Pitts?eld, LaGrange, Grafton and Columbia, an event just “And Then It's Spring,” by something to do on your Front Wheel Drive, Overdrive
waiting to become a “project.” Under the leadership of Julie Fogliano. Visit your day off of school? Head to and Clutches
children's librarian after your GMPL for our Block Party
hike to get a prize. Registra- and put your creativity to the “Automatically Better” We are a full-service
tion is not required. test! Legos will be available
in the children's department T FREE TRANSMISSION
Yarn Bombing Crafter- all day, along with special
noon Craft & Chat - Mon- building challenges. Join the Repair Shop
day, March 30, 4:30 - 6:30 Junior Maker movement as RANS Estimates 440-355-6500
p.m. Craft & Chat will you Grow, Make, Play and T UUNE- P 417 North Center St.
combine with the Children's Learn at GMPL. Registra- LaGrange
Department and assist with tion is not required. 2371875 99.95$
"yarn bombing!" Katie, our AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Children's Librarian, will Creation Station: Sew Starting at
share the book Extra Yarn by Electric - Monday, April 6, www.authtrans.com REBUILDERSASSOCIATION
Mac Barnett. Katie will lead 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Children in
into a lesson on crochet and grades 3-6 will explore tech- Do you have a local business?
knitting, along with other nology, engineering and the
yarn crafts. Participants of arts. Learn about e-textiles You should be advertising in
all ages can participate in in this illuminating program The Rural-Urban Record
this two-hour knit-in. as we experiment with this
cool, wearable technology! Call us for affordable rates at
Kindergarten Kick-off You don’t need any previous 440-236-8982
- During the entire month sewing or electronics experi-
of April. Looking for ways ence to participate. Regis-
to prepare your child for tration is required.
Kindergarten? Sign up for
Kindergarten Kick-Off at After School Video
GMPL! By conducting a Games - Tuesday, April 7, 3 -
one-on-one Kindergarten 5 p.m. Play video games and
enjoy some pizza for the per-
fect after school break. Bring SENIOR OUTREACH PROGRAM
in your own favorite games
to share, or select one from Sponsored by North Ridgeville Seniors, Inc. with
the library's collection. PS3, programs being held at Hinkson Hysell VFW Post
Xbox, and Wii games can 3341 Banquet Hall - 783 Huron Street in Grafton
all be played at the library.
Several tablets will also be The Grafton/LaGrange areas are looking for Meals on Wheels
available for more playing drivers. To become a driver, contact Robin @ 353-0829.
options. Registration is not If there is ever a snow day for Keystone or Midview,
required. ALL PROGRAMS WILL BE CANCELED.

These Programs are Available to ALL SENIORS at NO CHARGE.

3/30 at 2:00 pm Senior Coffee Club. Movie with free
donuts and coffee for participants.
3/31 at 2:00 pm Senior Exercise Class being
instructed by Debi’s Personal Training with fruit and
juice for participants.
4/2 at 2:00 pm Sign up for Senior Dinner being held
on April 9, at 5:30pm (2 names per call please).
4/3 at 2:00 pm Senior
Card Club with
pop & snacks for
participants.
4/6 at 2:00 pm
Senior Coffee Club
and Movie with free
donuts & coffee 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.

Page 18, RURAL-URBAN RECORD, March 30, 2015 Grafton Right Track Awards

Dumpster Days Seven years ago the Grafton Right Track award winners.
members of the Grafton-
The Grafton Township Trustees have scheduled their an- Midview Business Associa- Our past Business of the helmets for middle school to do so today. This year’s
nual spring Dumpster Days. Townships residents, showing tion, realizing many hours Year recipients are an elite players and made sizeable winner had been nominated
proof of residency, will be able to bring items for dumpsters were being volunteered group who have hired lo- donations to the Midview several times for this award.
on Friday, May 15, from noon until 3 p.m. and on Saturday, to serve the Grafton area cally, donated thousands of Athletic Boosters and Mid- Over the years, he has
May 16, from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. Community, created the dollars, opened their busi- view Touchdown Club. served as a Cub Scout den
Right Track Awards. The nesses up to visitors and They have contributed leader, a Boy Scout leader
Lorain County Voter Information award was named for the have generously supported ?nancially to the newly and has sat on an advisory
role the railroad played in civic and school organiza- renovated weight room at council for those working
There are many resources to help voters stay informed our history and continues tions. While many times ad- Midview High School, the on Eagle Scout projects.
about the upcoming election on Tuesday, May 5. The Lorain to play in our community. vertising is offered to thank scoreboard at Ross Field He has spent many hours
County Board of Elections website, www.loraincountyelec- The ?rst awards were cus- the businesses for their do- and other facility projects. working concession stands
tions.com, is an excellent resource as it contains lists of is- tom created, featuring two nations to various organi- In addition, they participate for a variety of organiza-
sues, levies, candidates, voter information and more. railroad tracks with the zations, the 2014 Business in community events such tions and has spent many
right side being longer, and of the Year responsibly de- as the Firemen’s Festival, hours selling tickets at the
•To obtain the voter register form, click http://www.sos. were presented as part of clines the advertising, espe- youth night at varsity games Lorain County Fair to help
state.oh.us/sos/upload/elections/forms/4010.pdf. the Harvest Fest in Octo- cially when asked by youth and area food drives. Their raise funds for the Grafton-
ber. The award has evolved organizations, as they sell in?uence on their athletes Midview Kiwanis Club. As
•To view absentee voting information, click www.sos. over the years, as have the adult beverages. However, is very visible, as our mid- a business owner, he has
state.oh.us/SOS/elections/Voters/votingAbsenteeByMail. presentations. The 2014 they still make the dona- dle school and high school sponsored youth baseball
aspx. awards recipients were an- tions. They also donated to cheerleaders have won sev- and youth softball teams.
nounced in December at several bene?t events held eral prestigious awards in- He worked on building
•To ?nd your voting location or to check your voter the Old Fashioned Christ- in 2014. In a dif?cult year cluding being chosen as All equipment shelves for the
registration information, click voterlookup.sos.state.oh.us/ mas and were presented at a for Grafton businesses, our Americans. Many of the high school softball team,
voterlookup.aspx. special breakfast ceremony recipient reacted positively players from this year’s Re- designed and built a 9-hole
held February 28. by continuing with a two- gional Runner-Up Midview portable miniature golf
To vote in the May 2015 election, you must be registered year expansion project, varsity football team are course, which has been used
to vote by Monday, April 6. Awards are offered to which is now completed. former players of the 2014 by several organizations
a Business, a Non-Pro?t The 2014 Right Track Busi- Organization of the Year, to raise funds for charities,
Absentee ballots must be postmarked by Tuesday, May Organization, a Youth and ness of the Year is the Graf- Midview Youth Football. helped organize a char-
4. a Citizen each year. The ton CrewsThru owned by ity auction to help a family
spirit of the award is to Greg and Susan Pollock. Youth of the Year: Many with medical expenses as-
Election Day is Tuesday, May 5. Polls are open on Elec- recognize those who go of our former Youth of the sociated with their child’s
tion Day from 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. beyond what is expected, Organization of the Year recipients are on the burn injuries and has orga-
without anticipating com- Year: Civic organizations Right Track continuing nized several bike-a-thons.
pensation. Nominations are one of a community’s their education. These teens He is a past member of the
for the awards can be made most treasured assets. Our are former scouts, 4-H Grafton Business Associa-
anytime of the year, by any- past recipients combined members, Key Club mem- tion, a member of the Graf-
one who believes it is de- have more than 300 years bers, active in their school ton History Association and
served. Send an e-mail to of service to the Grafton and churches and volun- a long time member of the
the Grafton Correspondent Community. Like most teer in the community. This Grafton-Midview Kiwanis
for the Rural-Urban Record organizations, the 2014 re- year’s recipient is Taylor Club. He was a recognized
or drop off a nomination at cipient was created for a Seth. Taylor is a senior contributor to the book on
the Grafton-Midview Pub- speci?c purpose. Its’ pur- at Midview High School, Grafton’s History while a
lic Library. Please include a pose is to enable children who understands life has member of the Grafton His-
reason for the nomination. to play and learn a beloved many avenues which need tory Association. Through
sport. This alone enhances time and effort. In addi- his work with the Kiwanis
Businesses of the Year: the community by keeping tion to being a successful Club, he has repeatedly
children active in an orga- student, she is involved in rung the bell for the Salva-
The Rural-Urban Record is your free, local newspaper! nized activity. When done extracurricular activities, is tion Army, has cleaned up
We strive to bring you news that is happening in correctly, organizations for a member of the work force trash along State Route 57
YOUR HOME TOWN! children can teach life les- and has volunteered to help and has collected and dis-
sons such as sportsman- others. With a 3.6 grade tributed food from various
Please help us grow and improve by donating to our ship, hard work and being point average, our recipient food drives. He has worked
Volunteer Pay Campaign! a team player. They can has received an academic several Kiwanis car shows
have a far reaching in?u- “M” and is taking classes which had earned funds for
Thank you ence on their participating through the Lorain County scholarships, children’s pro-
in advance children. Midview Youth Community College Early grams, and community ser-
Football has done a great College Program. She is vices. In 2001, he organized
for your job of supporting this ideal. a member of the Marching several community groups
generous Established in 2006, this Blue, the Midview con- by chairing the efforts to
donation. group has helped hundreds cert band and the Fields build Water Tower Park. He
of children learn the basics United Methodist Youth continues to work with oth-
VOLUNTEER DONATION of football and cheerlead- Group. She was a waitress ers to sell and install bricks
ing as members of the Lake at the Unicorn Restaurant in the memorial walkway.
If you appreciate and enjoy the paper, please send Erie Youth Football organi- in Grafton and now works As current Kiwanis presi-
your donation directly to: The Rural-Urban Record zation. League champion- at Dunkin Donuts. She was dent, he has worked with
ships soon followed. Like also a volunteer with the the group for many months
P.O. Box 966, Columbia Station, OH 44028 most groups for children, North Ridgeville Commu- in cooperation with council
NAME_____________________________________ Midview Youth Football nity Meals Program. Con- and others to complete the
ADDRESS__________________________________ faces the challenge of con- gratulations Taylor. Splash Station splash pad,
___________________________________________ tinual renewal as partici- which opened in July of
EMAIL____________________________________ pants grow up and move on. Citizen of the Year: The 2014. This included work-
However, this group has not title mostly says it all. Our ing for a $5000 Ohio Dis-
$1000 $2000 Other_________ forgotten those participants. recipients have spent many trict Foundation grant for a
They have continually ex- hours working toward vari- sidewalk and other safety
This applies to delivery area only. This is a donation, not a subscription. tended their ?nancial sup- ous community projects. items for the splash pad.
port and have been active These projects often take For his work for the com-
fans of Midview athletics. years, are changed, or for a munity over many years,
They have contributed to variety of reasons not con- the Citizen of the Year is
“pay to participate” fees tinued. Most of them have Gregg Miller.
for middle school and high worked for years or even
school teams, purchased decades for community or-
ganizations and continue

Smokey seeks loving home RURAL-URBAN RECORD, March 30, 2015 Page 19
ing series. See our website for details about that program.
Lorain County Historical Society Meet Smokey! She's a Smokey Ages 7 to adult. No registration required. Free. The Granger
friendly 7-year-old long 1 year old. All cats have Road entrance of Lake Medina is located at 3733 Granger
The Lorain County Historical Society’s new exhibition on haired tiger stripe that lost been spayed or neutered, Road in Medina Township.
Beckett Industries will be on display in the Lorain County History her home because someone vaccinated, dewormed and
Center’s rotating gallery through July. This exhibition is included was allergic. Smokey lived have tested negative for Saturday, April 11 - Ohio Boater Education Course
in the price of admission, which is $5 per adult, ages 13-18/$3 with 2 other cats. She is FeLV. Friendship APL is a - Krabill Shelter, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. This is an 8 hour class
and children 6-12/$2 (children under 6 and LCHS Members are afraid of dogs." If you would private, non-pro?t humane in boating and water safety designed by ODNR Division
free). Please call LCHS at (440) 322-3341 for more information. like to give Smokey a lov- society. They depend on of Watercraft. It covers the fundamentals of safe boat-
The Lorain County History Center is located at 284 Washington ing, forever home, please the generosity and ?nan- ing: state-required equipment, watercraft laws, navigation
Avenue, in Elyria. call the Friendship Animal cial support of the public “Rules of the Road,” basic safety and risk management,
Protective League at (440) to serve the people and ani- and aids to navigation. Classes are enhanced with videos,
Metro Parks Murder Mystery 322-4321. (www.Friend- mals of Lorain County. slides, overheads, handouts, and other visual aids. Preregis-
shipAPL.org) tration and a prepaid materials fee are required. Attendance
Friends of the Metro Parks of Lorain County will present and participation in the two-part course is required. A lunch
their annual Murder Mystery Dinner on May 1, 2, 8 and 9 at the The shelter is located at break will be included; bring a bagged lunch. Contact Alan
Carlisle Visitors Center, located at 12882 Diagonal Road, in La- 8303 Murray Ridge Road, Hallock to register; 330.722.3055 or alan@hallock proper-
Grange. Tickets are $30 per person, $58 per couple; group rates in Elyria. Their hours are ties.com. In Ohio, persons born on or after January 1, 1982
are available. For more information or reservations, call (216) from 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on who operate a boat powered by greater than ten (10) horse-
544-3865. Monday, Friday & Sat- power must successfully pass a NASBLA-approved boating
urday; from 11 a.m.-6:30 education course or pro?ciency exam. Ages 12 and up. After
Happy Easter p.m. on Tuesday & Thurs- the 4/3 registration deadline, the fee increases to $35. The
day; and from 11 a.m.-2:30 Krabill Shelter is located at 7597 Ballash Road in Lafayette
Keep in touch with your community p.m. on Sunday. Adoption Township. If using a GPS unit for directions, enter Medina
Visit: www.CarlisleTownship.com fees are $10 for 1 year and as the city.
older and $40 for less than
AMVETS POST #32
Medina Co. Park District
11087 Middle Ave., Elyria
Saturday, April 4 - Hiking for the Health of it-Summit
Metropark’s O’Neill Woods - 9 to 11 a.m. This is a hiking In-House Poker Run
club for those adults who can hike four to ?ve miles at a
brisk pace. Walking trails can be mildly strenuous. Please ~ All are welcome ~
dress for the weather, and be sure to have appropriate foot-
wear. Ages 10 to adult. No registration required. Free. Sum- Saturday, April 11, 1-5 p.m.
mit Metropark’s O’Neill Woods is located at 2550 Martin
Road in Bath. $10 per person

Saturday, April 4 - Discovering Herons - Wolf Creek En- Cash Prizes & Raffles
vironmental Center, 2 -3:30 p.m. The Great Blue Heron is 1st Place - $150
one of the most impressive birds in our area. Come discover 2nd Place - $75
the world of the heron, do a craft, and go out for a hike 3rd Place - $50
through the heron’s habitat. (Be prepared for mud.) All ages
welcome. No registration required. Free. Wolf Creek is lo- Call for details
cated at 6100 Ridge Road in Sharon Township just north 440-935-3077
of Sharon Circle on State Route 94. If using a GPS unit for
directions, enter Wadsworth as the city. We willOhaPveEN 7 DAYS!

Wednesday, April 8 - Nature Through the Seasons -Lake Tribe Specials
Medina (Granger Road parking lot), 10-11 a.m. The Nature soon!
Through the Seasons series consists of easy walks that ex-
plore our different parks while observing the unfolding of Complimentary 1 day pass
nature throughout the seasons. These hikes also count to-
ward the Natural Discoveries program, an award-based hik-

Page 20, RURAL-URBAN RECORD, March 30, 2015 Pittsfield Church Fish Fry Lorain Farmer directs funds
to Wellington FFA Alumni
Wellington Literary Club The Pitts?eld Community Church, located at the corner
of St. Rts. 58 and 303, will serve a Fish Fry on Friday, April The Wellington FFA Alumni Association has received a
On Thursday, April 9, at 7 p.m. the Wellington Literary 10, from 5-7 p.m. Cost is $10/adults and $8/ages 7-12; 6 and $2,500 donation from Lorain County farmer Doris Pitts and
Club will host its guest night at the Elms Retirement Center under eat free. Carry-outs will be available. America’s Farmers Grow Communities, sponsored by the
in Wellington. Monsanto Fund. The donation will help the organization as-
Dumpster available sist the Wellington FFA with acquiring a new greenhouse to
John Burke will speak about the Woodland Indians. He improve member understanding of the science, business and
has become well known for his Indian lore, especially Native A dumpster will be available for Wellington Township impact of agriculture in their community.
American Interpretations. He lectures at schools, libraries and residents from 7 a.m. -1 p.m. on Saturday, March 28 at the
historical organizations. Township garage at 105 Maple St., in Wellington. Denise Breyley, the secretary with the Wellington FFA
Alumni Association, touched on the importance of helping
Come and join us with a reservation placed with our pro- The Lorain County Sheriff’s Of?ce will present an infor- the Wellington High School FFA. “The greenhouse project
gram committee: Virginia Guitar at 647-3590, Jaunita West- mational meeting on neighborhood watches for all of the Wel- is something that we have been working on for a couple of
fall at 647-0633 or Carol Zeiter at 647-3738. The cost per lington area at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, April 7, at the Township years now. With the greenhouse, the students will be able to
guest is $3, payable at the door. garage at 105 Maple St., Wellington. This will be before the do more plant studies.”
regular Trustees meeting at 7 p.m.
Wellington Genealogy Group “The donation will impact approximately 100 Wellington
“50 Years Since the Tornado” High School FFA students, and membership is constantly
On Wednesday, April 1, at 1 p.m., the Wellington Geneal- growing,” added Breyley.
ogy Group will meet at the LCCC Wellington Center, located On Saturday, April 11, at 2 p.m., The Pitts?eld Historical
at 151 Commerce Drive, across from the Village Market gro- Society will present the 50th Commemorative Anniversary For ?ve years, America’s Farmers Grow Communities
cery store. Event, “50 Years Since the Tornado.” The 1965 tornado de- has collaborated with farmers to donate over $16.5 million
stroyed Pitts?eld Township center and caused much destruc- to over 7,300 community organizations across rural America.
The program is “Solving your Problem Ancestry.” Are tion around Lorain County. The program will be presented This year, winning farmers will direct another $3.3 million to
you at a dead end and don’t know where to turn? Bring your at the Pitts?eld Township Hall and campus, located on the nonpro?ts to help ?ght rural hunger, purchase life saving ?re
questions and they will try and help you. This program is free northwest corner of Route 58 Route 303. and EMS equipment, support ag youth leadership programs,
and open to the public. Each attendee is encouraged to bring buy much needed classroom resources and so much more.
their own laptop. There is free Wi-Fi available at the school, The Pitts?eld Historical Society will be dedicating a Me-
but your computer must be Wi-Fi enabled. You do not need a morial Plaque to the Community of Pitts?eld and to those America’s Farmers Grow Communities is part of the
laptop to attend. All guests welcome! who lost their lives in the 1965 tornado event. There will be America’s Farmers initiative. Since 2010, the America’s
a gathering after the ceremony in the Town Hall for various Farmers campaign and programs have advocated on behalf
He Has Risen! activities. Refreshments, discussions and special guests will of farmers and their efforts to meet society’s needs through
be on hand, as well as stories told by some original survivors! agriculture. Today, consumers are more interested than ever
“Celebrate the Risen Christ with us.” All are welcome to attend and enjoy the program and/or share in agriculture and how food is grown. Consider joining the
Fellowship Church of Wellington their own stories. conversation and helping to raise awareness about agricul-
ture. Learn more at FoodDialogues.com.
Good Friday Penfield Historical Society
7 p.m. Worship & Communion A sister program in the America’s Farmers effort, Grow
Bill Kies brought the meet- A Pass Perfect Program is Rural Education, is currently in its farmer nomination phase.
Easter Sunday ing to order. The Secretary still being worked on so that Farmers interested in supporting math and science education
7:30 a.m. Worship & Breakfast read the minutes of the Feb. we may obtain the money in their communities should visit www.GrowRuralEducation.
19 meeting, which were ac- needed to buy it and we also com from now through April 1 to learn how.
10 a.m. Praise & Worship cepted. The Treasure’s report need some imput from some-
Meeting at Wellington High School showed $65 taken in dues. one who has used it. Duane BREMKE INSURANCE
Jackie made a motion that has the web page done; please
Contact (419) 651-1487 an account be set up at First- like us on facebook and if you Stop in for all your insurance needs.
Merit Bank; motion passed. have any pictures or items we Auto - Home - Commercial - Farm - Life - Health
Linda make a motion that we can scan and put on facebook,
use the forms that Duane and please let us know. Kyle E. Bremke
Jackie made up when people Independent Agent
start to give us items for the Much talk was made about Phone: 440-647-0225
Historical Society; motion a building to be used for the Fax: 440-647-8866
passed. Historical Society. Scott Sud- [email protected]
nick has been very helpful 104 South Main Street
in giving us some options Wellington, Ohio 44090
on a building he has. Also,
we may use the Old Pen?eld
School a couple times a year
for a Historical Event.

Fund-raising was the big-
gest topic as we need money
to help with the building, etc.
We could have a ?ea market
or ice cream social, but only
take donations.

The next meeting will be
on April 20 at 7 p.m. at the
Pen?eld Township Hall.

Submitted by Secretary
Linda Van Meter

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Boilers • Hot Water Tanks • Fixtures • Backhoe Work
SQUIREíS Rally To The Rescue 2015
Residential • Industrial • Commercial
24 HOUR SERVICE INCOME TAX Looking to adopt a new 4-legged friend? “Rally to The
State ID# 19467 PREPARATION Rescue 2015,” a super pet adoption event is returning once
Edward Logar ODOT Certified again to Midway Mall in Elyria. This year’s event is being
EDWARD J. STEPNICKA held on Saturday, April 11, from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. The “Rally
Off: 330-483-0055 7424 Crocker Rd. Enrolled Agent, CPA To The Rescue 2015” is organized by Partners With Paws of
Cell: 216-970-1910 Lorain County, Inc. and hosted by Midway Mall.
Valley City, OH 44280 AUTHORIZED
This 1-day event will be the last day of a 3-day radiothon
440-324-4321 SERVICES: IRS sponsored by Radio Stations WOBL and WDLW. All pro-
ceeds from the radiothon and event will bene?t homeless
•Plumbing Repairs IRSe file pets in and around Lorain County. Funds will be used for
•Sewer & Drain Cleaning saving dogs on death row at local pounds, spaying, neu-
•Electronic Locating PROVIDER tering, routine vaccines and other services for animals in
•Video Camera Inspection need.
•Sewer Excavation 440-748-3624
Many animal rescue groups will be there with adorable,
30 Years Experience Personal Plumber Service Corp. 35043 E. Royalton Rd. adoptable pets looking for their forever homes. Pet vendors
North Eaton will also be on hand showcasing their specialty pet related
24 HOUR EMERGENCY $25OFF products and services.
SERVICE Any Service TREE SERVICE
Morning show host on Radio Station WOBL “Gold
OH LIC #21372 ARBOR CARE TREE Country” 1320AM “Super Dave” Andrews will MC the
event. At noon at the stage area in front of JC Penney’s,
Expires 4/30/15. Not valid with any other offer. • 60 Ft. Bucket Truck there will be a very special blessing of the animals by Nan-
• 113 Ft. Crane cy Winrod from Radio Stations WOBL & WDLW. Family
www.valurooter.com fun will include face painters, caricature and balloon artists
• Removal, Trimming, Firewood and hands-on exhibits from the Lorain County Metro Parks.
J.A. Kilby Plumbing The Lorain County Sheriff’s Of?ce will be there with their
Triple Shredded Mulch K-9 Teams and free Child ID program.
Residential & Commercial Plumbing Services
Fully Insured & Workmen’s Comp. • TCIA member At the stage also, you can visit a real “Rainbow Bridge”
Kitchen and Bathroom Remodeling and Additions and “paws” for a while to remember a beloved pet who is
CAD Design & Visual Renderings Available 440-979-0618 Cell: 216-973-2675 no longer with you and purchase rainbow memorial candles
•New Work •Replacement •Repairs and ribbons in their memory. Memorial ribbons will hang
Jason E. Davis from a live tree sponsored by Don Mould’s Plantation and
•Sewer & Waterline Excavation & Installation -Complete Crane Service- will be donated to a local animal shelter afterwards.
•Camera Inspections •Abandoned Wells Capped
“No Tree Too Big or Too Small!” This year’s event will include a 50/50 and Chinese raf-
440-327-3433 • www.jakilby.com Tree/Stump Removal ?es. Everyone is encouraged to visit the “Donation Station”
located at the stage area to make a donation, purchase raf?e
State License/Insured • 24/7 Emergency Response Tree Trimming, Firewood tickets, Rainbow Bridge Magnets, Dog Bone Key Chains
“FREE ESTIMATES” and pet lovers T-shirts. All shoppers at the mall that day will
BENEDICT ROOFING Bonded & Insured receive a vendor punch card. By visiting each pet vendor at
Family Business for Three Generations the rally and getting their card punched, it can be turned in
812 Bond Street, Elyria 44035 for a chance to win a deluxe “pet lovers” gift basket compli-
RE-ROOFS • TEAR-OFFS • TUNE-UPS Ph: 440-452-4840 email: [email protected] ments of The Tuck Shop of Oberlin.
Bob 440-238-6485 • Chris 440-238-5949
WATERPROOFING If you cannot make it to the event, tune in to Radio Sta-
Licensed • Insured • Free Estimates tions “Gold Country” WOBL 1320AM and “Kool Kat Old-
www.benedictroofing.com BASEMENT ies” WDLW 1380AM as they host the 3-day “Rally To The
SOLUTIONS Rescue 2015” Radiothon, which will feature special pro-
RELIABLE ROOFING gramming of pet related songs and heartwarming animal
• Waterproofing rescue stories from local pet owners. You can make a dona-
Free Estimates for All Roof and Ventilation Needs • Foundation Repair tion by calling WOBL at 440-775-1320 or WDLW at 440-
Tear-offs •Re-roofs • Repairs • Stain Removal 775-1380. The Radiothon hours are Thursday and Friday,
Of?ce: 440-236-4001 • www.reliableroofingohio.com • Yard Drainage April 9 & 10, from 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. You can also donate by
• Excavating check, payable to Partners With Paws, and send it to: Part-
Licensed • Bonded • Insured • Jason Jakubisin, Owner ners With Paws, P.O. Box 277, Oberlin, OH 44074.
• Sewer Replacement
All Seasons Roo?ng For more information, please contact Lorie A. Wilber,
440.773.3040 Partners With Paws & WOBL/WDLW, at 440-774-1320,
Tear-Offs, Slates, Chimney Mason ext. 23, or email [email protected].
Siding & Gutter Repairs J. A. KILBY ENT.
Repairs from $75. Anticipate a colorful Spring
“Stop the water before it stops you!” wildflower season
440-748-3259 Casey Williamson •Full Foundation Waterproofing •Wall Straightening,
Replacement and Repairs •Full Plumbing Services As the snow ?nally melts away, it’s time for Ohio to
TAX SERVICES once again begin to display an array of bright and vivid
•Yard Drainage Systems •Concrete Replacement colors. The beauty of spring can be found along many of
AUTHORIZED Income Tax Returns Ohio’s wooded trails in the form of wild?owers from late
440-327-3433 March until May, according to the Ohio Department of Nat-
IRS PARKWOOD ural Resources (ODNR).
IRSe file WATER WELLS
Colorful blooms are bountiful in Ohio’s woods because
TAX SERVICEPROVIDER ART’S WATER SYSTEMS spring wild?owers have the advantage of more sunlight,
Call Bobbie- 440-236-5449 which streams through the forest’s canopy before the leaves
or 216-403-9707 (cell) SERVICE • SALES • INSTALLATIONS darken the forest ?oor. Often known as spring ephemerals,
SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS • JET PUMPS they are triggered to bloom after a long, cold winter. Early
Roberta Duktig, RTRP/AFSP spring warmth, followed by a sudden hard frost can damage
FILTERS • CHLORINATORS their delicate blooms and leaves, dampening the display.
"The IRS does not endorse any particular individual tax return preparer. SOFTENERS • TANKS • SUMP The most spectacular wild?ower seasons are brought on by
For more information on tax return preparers, go to IRS.gov." a gradual warm up through March and April with frequent
PUMPS • WATER RELATED rain. Timing of the blooms is heavily dependent upon tem-
Franklin Tax & Accounting Service MATERIALS • WELL ABANDONMENT perature. A 3-week difference in ?owering time is not un-
usual when comparing counties bordering the Ohio River in
Personal & Business Taxes KEVIN BOLDEN 440-322-2987 southern Ohio with the extreme northern part of the state in
ELECTRONIC FILING Ashtabula County.

Many Other Financial Services Available The ?rst bloomer of the spring is the odorous skunk cab-
bage, a member of the arum family. With a brownish-red
Received IRS form 1095-A, B or C and/ colored horn-shaped spathe as its ?ower, one could easily
or no health insurance part of the year? miss this spring sentinel. The best way to spot it is when
snow is still on the ground in February and early March, but
NEED HELP? its foliage can be seen in wet areas throughout the spring
season.
CALL:
More colorful blooms follow after the Ohio’s snow cov-
Forrest Franklin CPA 440-236-5423 er has melted. Snow trillium, harbinger-of-spring, hepatica
for Appointment and bloodroot are amongst our earliest wild?owers.
Your Place or Mine
Mesic woods, those characterized by rich organic soil
and moist conditions, showcase the largest array of wild-
?owers throughout the spring months. While most woods in
Ohio have at least some native spring wild?owers, the best
populations are found in relatively undisturbed locations,
away from urban areas.

For more information on spring wild?owers in Ohio,
check out the Ohio Wild?ower Bloom Report at naturepre-
serves.ohiodnr.gov/wild?owers. This report will be updated
weekly with the best places to see spring wild?owers in
Ohio, as well as speci?c information on native wild?owers
in the state.

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