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Volume 66 No. 16 Columbia Station, Ohio February 1, 2021
Columbia Community Foundation receives historic donation Lions Lenten Fish Fry Dinners
Foundation.” LaGrange Lions Lent-
Wayne Brassell, Presi- en Fish Fry dinners will
dent of the Columbia Com- begin on Friday, Febru-
munity Foundation and ary 12, at Lions Park,
one of the founding board located at 240 Glendale
members stated, “The Ode St., in LaGrange, from
Family has quietly and 4:30-7:30 p.m. These
graciously been helping will all be drive-thru only
serve the needs of so many and cash only. No phone orders accepted. The menu will
be: Full fish dinner-$12, Full shrimp dinner-$12, Half fish/
for decades. This gift to Half shrimp dinner-$12, Half fish dinner-$8, Half shrimp
the Columbia Community dinner-$8, Mac n Cheese dinner-$6, Hot Dog meal-$4. The
Foundation builds on an im- hot dog comes with fries. All other dinners come with fries,
pressive legacy and history coleslaw, bread & butter. Dinners will be held weekly from
of philanthropy. The Board through April 2. 50/50 and TV raffles tickets will be avail-
of Directors of the Founda- able as of February 12.
tion are extremely humbled
by this substantial gift on Red Cross Blood Drives
behalf of Fred & Kathleen
Ode and look forward to a The American Red Cross typically has a tough time
long-lasting partnership that keeping the blood supply strong during the winter months
will help so many in our when inclement weather and seasonal illnesses can impact
township and neighboring donors. This year, the pandemic adds in another challenge
in keeping the blood supply strong. The Red Cross is urging
communities.” healthy individuals to make an appointment to give blood or
Fred Ode is the found- platelets this month.
er of Foundation Software, As a thank-you for helping ensure a stable blood sup-
which develops construc- ply, those who come to give this February will receive a
L-R: Shawn Ondrejko, CCF Director, Wayne Brassell, CCF President, Fred Ode and John tion and accounting soft- $5 Amazon.com Gift Card via email, courtesy of Amazon.
Brocklehurst, CCF Director. ware, as well as project (Restrictions apply. Additional information and details are
The Columbia Commu- the fire department, the li- 2008 is very impressive. management applications. available at RedCrossBlood.org/Together.)
nity Foundation received brary and the preservation The distribution of grants Foundations Software is Make your appointment to give blood, platelets or plas-
a $200,000 gift on behalf of historical institutions. and scholarships is reaching headquartered in Strongs- ma with the Red Cross by downloading the Red Cross
of Fred & Kathleen Ode. The Ode family has many organizations in need ville, Ohio. The Odes’ own Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling
The Columbia Commu- been generous supporters that help change the lives the Columbia Hills Country 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
nity Foundation relies on of the Columbia Commu- of so many. I trust the Ode Club. The Columbia Com- Local Blood Drives:
the generosity of donors, nity Foundation for sev- Family donation to the Co- munity Foundation serves North Olmsted - 2/3/2021: 1-7 p.m., North Olmsted
such as the Odes’, to pro- eral years and have wit- lumbia Community Foun- the citizens of Columbia Community Cabin, 28114 Lorain Rd.
vide food to the hungry, nessed firsthand the impact dation will help change and Station, Ohio and its neigh- Olmsted Falls - 2/15/2021: 2-7 p.m., St Mary of the Falls
vocational and educational of their donations. Fred improve the lives of those boring communities through Church, 25615 Bagley Rd.
scholarships to students, Ode, Founder of Founda- in need. It is my hope that educational scholarships Olmsted Twp. - 2/12/2021: 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Donauschwa-
addiction recovery services tion Software, shared “the others will be inspired by and community grants. ben German-American Cultural Center, 7370 Columbia Rd.
and domestic abuse pro- growth of the Columbia the Ode Family donation to To donate to the Foun- Strongsville - 2/9/2021: 2-7 p.m., St John Neumann,
grams. Additionally, dona- Community Foundation support the good works of dation or learn more, please 16271 Pearl Rd. and 2/11/2021: 1-6 p.m., Cleveland Clinic
tions are used to support since their inception in the Columbia Community call (440) 236-8000. Strongsville Family Health & Surgery Center, 16761 South-
park Center.
township services including Keep active outdoors this winter Avon - 2/4/2021: 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Mitchell’s One Hour
Lorain County Public Health at two local parks Heating and Air Conditioning, 1750 Moore Road.
Columbia Station - 2/7/2021: 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Christ
vaccinates against COVID-19 Church, 23080 Royalton Rd.
Sheffield Village - 2/10/2021: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Ohio Busi-
The Keystone Empowers You Collaborative (KEY) ness College, 5095 Waterford Dr.
On Saturday, January 23, Lorain County Public makes it easier for you to stay active and healthy, even Blood and platelet donors can save time at their next
Health (LCPH) vaccinated 1,915 people ages 80+ against during a pandemic. Step up your physical activity and stay donation by using RapidPass® to complete their pre-dona-
COVID-19. LCPH vaccinated at one walk-in and two active outdoors by visiting the fitness trail at Penfield Rec- tion reading and health history questionnaire online, on the
drive-thru locations throughout Lorain County. These clin- reational Park. This winter, Penfield Township committed day of their donation, before arriving at the blood drive. To
ics were closed to people under age 80 in order to follow to keep the park’s trail clear of ice and snow for your safety. get started, follow the instructions at RedCrossBlood.org/
Ohio’s plan to prioritize people most likely to get very sick Penfield Recreational Park is located at 40756 State Route RapidPass or use the Blood Donor App.
or hospitalized from COVID-19. 18, in Penfield Township.
Clinics at all three locations ran smoothly. Cars at one LaGrange Community Park also offers ways to get ac-
drive-thru location were provided a list and asked to choose tive during the winter. Their winter shed will be open as Lorain County Real Estate Tax Bills
an alternate site due to a long line of traffic. “The entire well as their skate pond and sled hill. LaGrange Community
country is facing this limited supply of COVID-19 vaccine Park is located at 422 West Main St., in LaGrange. Daniel J. Talarek, Lorain County Treasurer, announced
right now,” explains LCPH Health Commissioner Dave Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, KEY will not host that 151,326 Real Estate Tax and Special Assessments
Covell, MPH, RS. “We’re looking forward to the next cou- indoor walking at the Keystone Elementary School. Instead, Bills have been processed and delivered to the Post Office
ple of months when supply will catch up with demand, and they encourage people to exercise outdoors or in their own with a February 12, 2021 due date.
everyone who wants a vaccine can get one.” homes. Go to UnitedWeSweat.org for free fitness videos Payments will be accepted in a drop box conveniently
Once LCPH receives more COVID-19 vaccines, they from local gyms. Talk to a healthcare provider before start- situated in the vestibule of the Lorain County Adminis-
will schedule more clinics and invite groups according to ing new exercise, especially if you have a history of heart tration Building, by mail, and on-line (through the tax-
Ohio’s vaccination plan. People may also view a list of lo- issues. payer’s financial institution). No cash payment will be
cal COVID-19 vaccine providers at http://bit.ly/lococovid- Keystone Empowers You (KEY) is a community based accepted. Taxpayers that choose to mail their check will
vax. Each provider will follow Ohio’s phased approach for group funded in part by the United Way of Greater Lorain be considered timely if their payment is postmarked on
vaccine distribution. Each provider also manages its own County, and facilitated by Lorain County Public Health. or before February 12, 2021. Ohio low requires that a
schedules and appointments. The collaborative includes partners from local business- ten percent penalty fee be assessed to all payments post-
For local, up-to-date information on COVID-19, visit es, agencies and organizations working toward one goal marked after the closing date.
LorainCountyHealth.com/coronavirus. For more informa- of making the healthy choice the easy choice in the area. Talarek stated “logistics do not allow for our office to
tion on how we make your health & safety our priorities, Please contact us at [email protected] comply with the Governor’s social distancing policies.
contact Lorain County Public Health at (440) 322-6367 or for more information. For local updates and information on For safety purposes, the public will not be permitted to
visit LorainCountyHealth.com. COVID-19, visit LorainCountyHealth.com/Coronavirus or enter the Treasurer’s Office.”
call (440) 322-6367. Property owners experiencing difficulties should call
(440) 329-5787 or [email protected].
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Historical Society Trustees Special Meeting
Valentine Tea
The Columbia Township Board of Trustees met on January
It’s time for tea! The Lo- 21 in the Columbia Fire Station with all three Trustees present
February Progams rain County Historical So- and the Fiscal Officer, Mandi Andrews.
ciety invites you to enjoy an
The reason for the meeting was to discuss putting a levy on
afternoon of fun on February
14 with “Spilling the Tea: the May ballot as a renewal for the Road Department.
The Fiscal Officer said that there were three options. The
An Afternoon with Three of levy is 1 mill and it brings in $210,000 per year. The taxpay-
Ohio’s First Ladies.” ers only pay .816 mills and the state picks up the rest of the
Story Stop on Facebook Live LPLS Zoom Book Discussion ‑ The History has long been a millage. If we change the levy from a renewal to a new levy
Mondays, Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22; 10:30 to 11 a.m. Glass Hotel by Emily St. John Mandel collection of stories recorded or a replacement levy, we lose the state pickup. Our options
by men, about men. LCHS
Tuesdays, Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23; 6:30 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 10; 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. often likes to turn the tables are: renewal of the 1 mill levy; renewal of the 1 mill levy plus
.3 mills; renewal of the 1 mill levy plus .5 mills. The taxpayer
Enjoy stories, songs and activities with us! Our Connect with other readers to discuss great at its annual Valentine Tea keeps the state pickup and pays the extra millage.
songs may feature shaky eggs, rhythm sticks, books via Zoom. and celebrate women, and The Township will send each option to the County Auditor
or scarves. There’s a lot of things around your this year is no exception. to determine what each option will yield. A motion was made
home that you can use to sing and dance. Our Heart Stones Project for Teens On Sunday, February for each option. When the answer comes back, a meeting will
storytellers will even recommend some easy and 14, pick up three courses of be held to determine which option will go onto the May ballot.
accessible props. Thursday, Feb. 11; savory and sweet tea treats The meeting was adjourned.
Spread some positivity with stones! Paint, packaged beautifully and Submitted by Blanch Nemeth
Freedom’s Friends: The Underground decorate or write a kind message on a rock conveniently to-go from The
Hickories Museum. Then join
Railroad and Abolitionists in Oberlin, and place it somewhere in your neighborhood LCHS at 2 p.m. when three
for others to find. Add #LPLSHeartStones
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Ohio (on Zoom) and our QR code to the bottom of your former First Ladies, fellow Mr. Handyman of Strongsville, Medina, Elyria Mr. Handyman of Strongsville, Medina, Elyria
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any rocks you discover on social media with
Presented by Oberlin Heritage Center. ley and Florence Harding sus-
#LPLSHeartStones and be sure to re‑hide them pend time and space to come MONDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2021
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Saturday, Feb. 6; 11 to 11:45 a.m. you create a definite plan for managing your costume and character. Tea new house 20 ft. behind the existing house. Once the
new house is finished, the old house will be torn down.
Designed for children with special needs and wealth and distributing your estate. tickets are $27 per person and Mr. Handyman of Strongsville, Medina, Elyria Mr. Handyman of Strongsville, Medina, Elyria
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music therapist from MTEC, the Music Therapy Facebook) added $5 fee, the meal can The application will be available for examination from
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[email protected] ber wind damage to the bleachers at the Recreation Park. Denes Cuts, Dollar General, LaGrange Church of God, First Baptist
questioned whether the Trustees would allow the PHS to receive Church of LaGrange, LaGrange P.D. & Village employees, La-
Kindergarten Registration a rebate thru the Amazon Smiles program on Township purchas- Grange Fire & Rescue, GBU Financial Life courtesy of Scott
es. This would not increase the Township’s cost. Discussion was
Mealwitz, TCEnergy courtesy of Don Cornish, LCCAA, Sec-
held and it was agreed that this would be acceptable. ond Harvest Food Bank of North Central Ohio - Harvest for
Keystone Elementary School Kindergarten Registration for Zoning Inspector Brett Linden fielded a call from a resident Hunger Campaign, Crane Fund for Widows and Children, La-
the 2021-22 school year began on January 25. Please call (440) regarding open burning and construction equipment at the resi- Grange Village Council and LaGrange Twp. Trustees. We even
355-2300 to make an appointment. Check out the Keystone dence on the corner of Rt. 18 & Rt. 301. Linden will follow up received anonymous donations. To all of you - we couldn’t do
Local School District website under “Keystone Elementary on same. Linden reported on additional work on pond permits. our work and serve others without your help. We truly appre-
School” to watch our informational video with all the details. Resident Ken Trimble was in attendance to follow up on the ciate each and everyone of you for your kindness, caring and
Keystone Hot Stove Wolf cell tower progress. The Trustees have nothing to report as generosity.
there is pending litigation.
Trustee Flynn reported that two loads of road salt have been
Keystone Hot Stove will hold its 2021 sign ups on Sat- received. Flynn is trying to schedule a meeting with the new Pluto seeks loving home
urdays, February 6 & 13, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The sign ups LC Prosecutor and the Zoning Commission & BZA. Discus-
will be held at LaGrange Village Hall (the old Keystone High sion was held regarding the Recreation Boards organization and Pluto is a very handsome
School), located at 301 Liberty Street, in LaGrange. Registra- points for discussion at their February meeting, which will be 3-year old with amazing
tion forms can be found on the Keystone Hot Stove website; attended by at least one Trustee. whiskers and a reddish tint to
they will also be available to fill out at sign ups. A birth certifi- Trustee Johnson discussed the re-appointment of Zon- his shiny black coat. When he
cate needs to be submitted with the registration form. Keystone ing Commission & BZA members. All current members have first arrived at our shelter, he
Hot Stove asks that the baseball and softball players come to agreed to another term in their existing positions. A motion to was having a hard time and
sign ups for uniform sizing. Keystone Hot Stove will be fol- this effect was made by Trustee Johnson, seconded by Trust- wasn’t sure what to make of
lowing all COVID-19 protocol at sign ups. ee Flynn. Discussion was held regarding rotation of alternate his new surroundings. We
members onto both boards in the future. The Trustees will gave him some time to adjust
Penfield Township Trustees attend the next meeting of both boards to discuss this matter and our Cat TLC team gave
him the extra care he needed
further. Discussion was held regarding the oversight of Zon-
The January 5 regular meeting of the Penfield Township ing Secretary Linda Albrecht’s hazard pay. A motion was made to become a friendly guy who
Trustees was called to order at 7:30 p.m. All officers were pres- by Trustee Johnson, seconded by Trustee Flynn to remedy this trusts people and loves to be does get along with other
ent with the exception of Trustee Conrad. Three guests attended oversight. Johnson reported that he fixed the hot water heater in brushed. Now he will give cats, too.
the meeting. the garage. He further reported that the PHS will be working on you lots of purrs and head We are still closed to the
The minutes of the previous meeting were read & approved. tying the PHS Schoolhouse downspouts into the main drainage butts to let you know he is en- public and doing adoptions
A motion passed to approve PO #1-29-2021, the December system. A policy manual & 5-year Plan work session will be joying his chin scratches. His by appointment only. If you
Bank Reconciliation & Monthly Reports, as well as WH Vouch- scheduled upon Chairman Conrad’s return. new family will need to give would like to schedule an
er #48-2020. With no additional business to discuss, the meeting was ad- him some extra time to adjust appointment to meet him,
Fiscal Officer Denes read the correspondence, which includ- journed at 8:43 p.m. when he gets home, but once please contact our cat coordi-
ed the LC Sheriff’s report. Denes reported that Brown Overhead Submitted be Vicki Denes, Fiscal Officer-Penfield Township he’s feeling comfortable, he nator, Pat, at arfcats@gmail.
Door will be at the Township Garage to provide openers for the will make a wonderful ad- com.
two garage doors requested by Roadman Albrecht on January Dean’s List dition to a lucky family. He
6. Denes followed up with Elyria Fence regarding the backstop
repair which has been pushed out to March 18 due to backlog. Heidelberg University has announced the names of 422 stu-
Erie Janitorial will be out January 12 to clean & sanitize the dents who have earned academic recognition on the fall semes-
hall. Denes reported that a claim has been filed for the Novem- ter Dean’s List. Included on the list is Christina Mealwitz, a
senior Biology major from LaGrange.
Colin Irish, of LaGrange, earned a Master of Education de-
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The following students are among approximately 900 Bob
Jones University students named to the Dean’s List for the Fall 6757 Center Rd
HOURS: Closed Sun. & Mon. 2020 semester: Ian Simmons, a Senior Criminal Justice from Valley City
Tue.-Wed. 1-5; Thur.-Sat. 10-5
Elyria, and Emily Skala, a Junior Elementary Education from 330-483-1190
• Carhartt Jackets & Accessories LaGrange.
Potomac State College Dean of Academic Affairs Greg
• Red Wing Boots, Socks and boot products Ochoa announces 250 students who earned a place on the www.gandalfspub.com
• Gloves, Hats and Safety Wear Dean’s list for fall 2020. The following student has met the SAT, JAN 30, 7:00pm Taco Tuesday
• New Shipments of used Work Clothing criteria: Zoey Duchoslav, of LaGrange. with... 3 for $7.50
Mats & Runners Congratulations! Furious Pick from our Taco Menu
Check Out our Resale Shop! Lions Club thank you George Hard & Soft Shells
SAT, FEB 6, 7:00pm Wednesday
The LaGrange Lions Club would like to express our sin- PASTA NIGHT &
cere gratitude to all those who have been so generous in their with... 1/2 PRICE BOTTLES
VALLEY CITY donations to our limited events we were able to have during Lego Legros OF WINE
2020. We wanted to help the Good Knights of Lorain County
Thursday
VISION CENTER provide beds and bedding to children in need. Thanks to dona- LUNCH SPECIALS BURGER NIGHT
tions from Burnett’s Septic Services, SpaceBound, West Roof-
ing Systems, Faith Baptist Church and M.A. Diedrick, coupled EVERYDAY!
FAMILY VISION with our $1300 donation, we had $2100 to spend. We were able HAPPY HOUR 1/2 lb. Certified
CENTER to purchase bedding for 40 beds plus write a check for $675.25 Tues - Fri 3-7pm Angus Burger - $8
for the Good Knights organization. This was a great success.
EVERY
6621 Center Road Additionally, we sought donations for our annual Holiday $1 OFF Drafts Saturday
Valley City Cheer event and were just blown away by the support from in- (excluding Guinness) Prime Rib &
Dr. Norma Jesse, J
DN side and outside our community. Due to the pandemic, we saw $3 House Liquor Steak Delmonico Night
many in need of help and so many community members and
$2 Domestics
Optometrist 330-483-4035 people from outside our county rose to the challenge of provid- BRUNCH EVERY Live Music & Events
SUNDAY
WE CARRY A OUTSIDE ing food and financial support so our food pantry could handle 9AM - 2PM 2/13 Jay Sparrow
the problem. Local businesses demonstrated their support by
2/14 VALENTINE’S DAY
FULL LINE OF PRESCRIPTIONS giving back to their community as well: IGA, Jamie Myers, Scratch Kitchen 2/20 Guy Snowdon
The Bulldog Pub & Grille, Bellwether Ins., Farkas Farms LLC,
GLASSES WELCOME Mader Dampers, Lorain Co. Snowriders, Milton Trucking courtesty of Exec. Chef 2/27 Jay Wonkovich
Edward West
Hours: Mon & Thurs 9-7; Tues & Fri 9-5, Sat 8:30-Noon LLC, Keystone M.S. Sunshine/KMS Kares, LaGrange United Hours: Tues- Sat: 11:00am - 10:00pm,
Methodist Church, The Child Garden LaGrange Inc., Super
Closed Sun & Wed Sun: 9:00am - 8:00pm
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LOCAL BUSINESSES
Olmsted Falls valley city ELYRIA
25438 Sprague Rd. Furniture & Home Decor Dempsey Appliance
440-235-4317 280 Columbia Rd. | TH, SAT, SUN 10-4 433 Oberlin Rd. | 440-322-8170
www.tsmower.com www.catsjazzyjunk.com With over 64 yrs of experience!
Eaton wellington Laubenthal-Mercado Funeral Home
38475 Chestnut Ridge Rd.
440-322-4626 | www.laubenthalmercado.com
Beriswill Insurance
Schild’s IGA
RT 82 & Island Rd. | 440-748-3751 173 Depot St. | 440-647-6010
www.schildsigagrafton.com www.beriswillins.com Grafton
A.T. & T. Parts Co.
Columbia 130 E. Herrick Ave | 440-647-3838 Protech Automotive & Cycle LLC
788 Main St. | 440-926-3499
STation M-F 7:30-5:30, Sat 8-4, Sun 10-4 Serving Grafton for 30 years
Wellington 121-123 E. Herrick Ave
Sanitary Septic Tank Cleaning AUTO PARTS 440-647-4965 905 Main St. | 440-865-3565
440-322-0927 | 440-236-9200 | 330-725-3175 M-F 8-5:30pm, Sat 8-4pm www.courtneycarnesphotography.com
www.SanitarySeptic.com
$10 Off Cuyahoga, Medina & Lorain LAGRANGE 1021 Main St.
with this Reasonable Rates 440-926-2048
ad Prompt Reliable Service www.dukefuneralhome.com
Senior Discounts
Frank Clarke Insurance Agency Grafton, OH
25070 Royalton Rd. | 440-236-5041 440-653-3617
www.frankclarkeagency.com www.highlandfloorrefinishing.com
Beriswill Insurance
9858 E. River Rd. 35581 Grafton Eastern Rd.
440-235-2766 440-926-3312
www.gibbsbutcherblock.com Burnett’s Septic www.beriswillins.com
The Rural-Urban Record Services Grafton Sparkle Market
P.O. Box 966 | 440-236-8982 120 W Commerce Dr, 460 N. Main St. | 440-926-3328
www.rural-urbanrecord.com www.graftonsparkle.com
440-355-5526
www.burnettssepticservice.com Our Little World Alpacas LLC
LPLS Events 16800 Cowley Rd. | 440-724-7070
Unique Alpaca Clothing and Gifts
Freedom’s Friends: The Underground Railroad and Abo- 540 N. Center St. www.ourlittleworldalpacas.com
litionists in Oberlin, Ohio (on Zoom) - Tuesday, February 2, at
6:30 p.m. Presented by Oberlin Heritage Center. Preregistration 440-355-8920
required. www.lagrangeiga.com
Story Stop on Facebook Live - Tuesdays, February 2, 9,
16 & 23, from 6:30-7 p.m.; Mondays, February 8, 15 & 22, Cooking with Charlie for Kids (on Facebook) - Wednesday, 1007 Parsons Rd. | 440-926-2880
from 10:30-11 a.m. Enjoy stories, songs and activities from the www.graftonmowerservice.com
comfort of your own home. Our songs may feature shaky eggs, February 10, at 10 a.m. We use our Charlie Cart to demonstrate
how to make kid friendly snacks! Preregistration required.
rhythm sticks or scarves. There’s a lot of things around your LPLS Zoom Book Discussion - “The Glass Hotel,” by
home that you can use to sing and dance. Our storytellers will Sheriff’s Office Fully Compliant
even recommend some easy and accessible props. Emily St. John Mandel - Wednesday, February 10, from 6:30-
Baby and Me Story Time on Facebook Live - Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. Connect with other readers to discuss great books via
February 4, 11, 18 & 25, from 10:30-11 a.m. This story time is Zoom. Preregistration required. The Lorain County Sheriffs Office Jail was recently inspect-
Heart Stones Project for Teens - Thursday, February 11 -
intended for babies, birth through 18 months, or early walkers, ed by the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Co1Tections
with their caregivers. Spread some positivity with stones! Paint, decorate or write a (ODRC) for compliance against jail standards promulgated by
kind message on a rock and place it somewhere in your neigh-
Musical Toolbox (on Zoom) - Saturdays, February 6, from ODRC per the Ohio Revised Code. This year’s annual inspection
11-11:45 a.m. Designed for children with special needs and their borhood for others to find. Add #LPLSHeartStones and our QR yielded positive results with inspectors finding the Jail 100%
families, this fun and engaging virtual music program is con- code to the bottom of your stone so we can track how far it goes! compliant in all essential standards. The inspection assessed
Share any rocks you discover on social media with #LPLSHeart-
ducted by a board certified music therapist from MTEC, the Mu- Stones and be sure to re-hide them for someone else to find. Pick compliance with a group of standards, selected from the Stan-
sic Therapy Enrichment Center, via Zoom. Please register once dards for Jails in Ohio, with the following standards inspected:
as a family, not each individual. Preregistration required. up the supplies at any one of our 6 locations. Preregistration re- Reception and Release, Classification, Security, Housing, San-
Cricut Valentine’s Day Card Craft (Facebook) - Monday, quired. itation and Environmental Conditions, Communication, Visi-
Estate Planning 101 (on Zoom) - Thursday, February 11,
February 8, at 3 p.m. See how to make Valentine’s Day cards from 7-8 p.m. Join Joseph L. Motta, LPA, a local Estate Plan- tation, Medical/Mental Health, Food Service, Recreation and
using the Cricut Maker Machine in our Create Space. Pick up Programming, Inmate Discipline, Administrative Segregation,
supplies at the Main Library or South Lorain Branch to follow ning and Elder Law Attorney, in a virtual Zoom session as he Grievance, Staffing and Staff Training. This year’s inspection
discusses how to avoid common estate planning mistakes to en-
along with the video. Preregistration required. sure that you create a definite plan for managing your wealth and consisted of the State Inspector reviewing requested documenta-
Family Food for Thought Basic Kitchen Skills (on Zoom) tion and/or materials, touring selected areas of the jail and hav-
- Monday, February 8, from 4-5 p.m. Join us virtually from the disturbing your estate. Preregistration required. ing discussions with inmates and various jail staff.
Food Friday - Valentine Desserts (on Facebook) - Friday,
Main Branch’s Culinary Literacy Center as we help build cu- February 12, from 3-4 p.m. Local Abeille baker Laura Coteff The Lorain County Jail has a rated capacity of 422 inmates
linary skills for the entire family. This session will teach some and is considered a full-service jail under the state standards.
of the basic skills that will be useful for family members of all will be visiting our beautiful new Culinary Literacy Center to Sheriff Stammitti was satisfied with the state inspection process
ages as they learn to maneuver around the kitchen. Preregistra- share how to bake Valentine’s Day desserts. Follow along at and results sharing, “despite 2020 being a very challenging year
home! Preregistration required.
tion required. Family Story Time: Live on Zoom - Monday, February 15, for everyone, particularly the jail who had to adapt to the ever-in-
Social Media for Job Seekers (on Zoom) - Tuesday, Febru- creasing demands placed on C01Tections during the COVID
ary 9, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Social media can be a helpful tool in from 6-6:30 p.m. Join us for a live family story time on Zoom. crisis, I am pleased with the results. The jail staff works hard
Preregistration required.
your job search. We’ll teach you about leveraging it to help you Grab & Go Activity Kits - Throughout the month, the Lorain to maintain compliance and exceed minimum standards when
make your next career move. Plus, we’ll show you how you can possible. Their continued diligence is very much appreciated.”
get free professional clothes ahead of your interview! Preregis- Public Library System will offer a variety of Grab & Go crafts Phil R. Stammitti, Lorain County Sheriff
and activities for every age range for you to enjoy at home. Con-
tration required.
tact your local branch for more information and availability.
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The Rural-Urban Record Free Carry-out Hot Meals
St. Mary’s Free Carry-out Hot Meals will be served from
Published Bi-Weekly on Monday our main school building, located behind our church at 320
Abel E. Carpenter & Grace A. Carpenter Middle Avenue, in Elyria. This will take place on Tuesdays,
February 9, 16 & 23, from 4-5:15 p.m. When the last dinner is
Founders 1955 distributed, it may shorten the ending time.
Lee Boise, Publisher & President Drive-thru Chili Sale
Leonard Boise, Publisher 1993-2010 North Eaton Christian Church will be hosting a drive-up
Mailing Address: Chili Sale on Sunday, February 28, at 5 p.m. Preorders needed.
P.O. Box 966, Columbia Station, OH 44028 Due to the current state of COVID in our county, we will not
Located at 24487 Squire Rd, Columbia Station be having our regular Chili Cook-Off this year, but you can still
Phone: 440-236-8982 • Fax: 440-236-9198 get your chili! We will be selling quart jars of chili that you can
take home to heat up whenever you are ready to eat. We are also
Email: [email protected] offering cornbread and desserts.
Website: www.rural-urbanrecord.com One quart jar of chili is $8. Cornbread and desserts can be
added at $1 each. Preorders are needed. Please call the church
DEADLINE: office at (440) 724-2230 to reserve your quart of chili today,
News, Pictures & ALL ads - Wednesday @ 12pm or visit our Drive-thru Chili Sale Event page on Facebook at
OFFICE HOURS: By Appointment’ https://fb.me/e/3AasDEGIF.
Out of Area Subscriptions - $40/year Proceeds from the sale will be used to support our local
outreach ministries. North Eaton Christian Church is located
at 35895 Royalton Rd., in Grafton. If you have any questions,
Winter Crisis help continues please call the church office at (440) 748-2230. GRAFTON UNITED Lakeview Free Will
through March Grief Share METHODIST CHURCH Baptist Church
You don’t need to go through your grieving process alone! 973 Mechanic St. •Grafton •926-2034 12025 Durkee Rd., Grafton
10:00am Worship
Winter heating assistance for residents who are without heat Grief Share is a faith based support group for those who have Mission: Sunday School 10 AM,
or threatened with disconnection remains available in Lorain lost a loved one and are looking for answers as you sort through “Putting God’s Word to Work” Worship Service 11 AM.
County and LCCAA has opened its lobby reception window to your grief. We offer support, comfort and guidance through Pastor Bob Spaulding Everyone welcome
take questions. Only one person at a time will be permitted in shared experiences and we encourage you to join us! We of-
the lobby at 936 Broadway Ave., in Lorain. Masks are required. fer morning and evening groups for your convenience. Please
Reopening the reception window will allow residents seeking bring a friend if you would like! This is an in person group, so Church of Christ
assistance to speak with an agency staff member directly with masks are required and social distancing will be observed.
questions or concerns. We meet at Christ Church, located at 23080 Royalton Rd., “Answering God’s Call to Grow” Sunday Bible Study 9:30 am
“Answering God’s Call to Grow”
Document drop offs will continue to be accepted in the ex- in Columbia Station. Meetings are on Mondays, February 22, 105 West Main St, LaGrange Sunday Worship 10:30 am & 5 pm
terior drop box behind the south building entrance. The agency through May 17. We meet in the morinings from 10-11:30 a.m. 440-355-4561 Wednesday Bible Study 7 pm
211 Forest St., LaGrange
www.lagrangeumc.org
requests residents not bring documents to the reception window and evenings from 7-8:30 p.m. Services at 10am in the Family Life Center 440-355-6872
in order to reduce the number of people waiting to enter the For more information or to register, visit www.griefshare.
building. org or call Christ Church at (440) 236-8282.
All Winter Crisis services will continue to be provided by
Your are always welcome at
phone only. Our satellite offices remain closed. For residents Belden UMC news Christian Unity Church Hosanna Lutheran Church
with appointments, instructions for all alternatives to submit re- 36353 Capel Road 13485 West River Rd.
quired documents will be provided as part of the appointment. Grafton, Ohio Columbia Station
Residents who have received a disconnection notice are Belden United Methodist Church, located at 36130 St. Rt. Pastor Neal Brock 440-236-8900
urged to call the HEAP hotline at (440) 538-6999 to make an 303, in Grafton Twp., is pleased to announce that the used www.christianunitychurch.org Family Worship 9:30 a.m.
Sunday Worship Service - 11am
appointment. Utility companies will temporarily stop a service clothing drop-off shed has reopened and is now located at the Wednesday Prayer Meeting - 7pm [email protected]
www.hosannalutheranchurch.com
disconnection if an appointment to determine eligibility has left rear side of church. Please visit us Sunday mornings at
been made. Please note: 10 a.m. for an uplifting, memorable message by Pastor David
• The appointment must be kept to maintain an account hold; Walker. Our services will continue in the parking lot (staying NORTH “Welcome Home”
• Account number must be added to the appointment book- in your car to listen on the radio), in person in the sanctuary, as EATON New Life
ing for a hold to be placed; well as limited seating in lower Social Hall (elevator access). CHRISTIAN Wesleyan Church
• If the appointment is held within 48 hours of the sched- Covid-19 guidelines will continue, including masks and social
uled disconnection, there may still be an interruption to service distancing. Sunday school for children begins at 9:15 a.m. CHURCH 11149 West River Rd.
while the utility company processes appointment confirmation; Adult class are offered on-line, by email or by regular mail. Disciples of Christ Columbia Station
• Rescheduling does not extend the hold and may possibly Visit our website beldenumc.org. Church service is lives- Rt. 82 & 83
trigger a loss of service. treamed every Sunday on You Tube at “BeldenChurch Wel- 440-748-2230 SUNDAY 10 am
Use of our web-based appointment link is discouraged for come” at 10 a.m. Contact the church with questions at (440) Worship with us Worship & Children’s Church
those with a disconnect notice as an online appointment may 926-2209.
not create the hold. Residents trying to restore, reconnect and/ in person 9:00 am WEDNESDAY 6:45 pm
or transfer services also qualify for the program. Grandparent & Me Valentine’s event Online Bible Study
To be eligible for help, residents must live at or below 175% Youth Group
of the federal poverty line. This year, in addition to the threat of North Eaton Christian Church will be hosting a Grandpar- Sunday at 10 am
disconnect or an actual disconnect, residents are eligible if they ent and Me Valentine’s event on Saturday, February 13, from facebook.com/neccdisciples Rev. Steve Spaeth - Pastor
have or have had COVID-19. 4-5:30 p.m. This is a free drop-in event for grandparents (or any online worship details on fb Rev. John Bodo
If you have questions about an existing application, you can trusted adult who is not the parent) to bring their grandchildren, Rev. David Chafin
also call (440) 245-1870 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. ages 3-13, for games, crafts and snacks. Pastor - Associate Pastor
to 5 p.m. to speak with a representative. You will spend about half an hour following the path around 440-236-8600
The program runs through March 31, 2021. the Fellowship Hall, stopping to make a craft, play a game and Polly Tallos www.nlwesleyan.org
hear a story of love before picking up your snack on the way Ministry Assistant
FUNERAL HOME & out. Come any time between 4 and 5:30 p.m.to make memories
with your littlest loves!
CREMATION SERVICES proper distancing procedures. While there is no cost for this COLUMBIA
Please remember to bring your mask and help us to observe
fun Grandparent and Grandchild event, a donation of non-per- BAPTIST CHURCH
ishable food items, such as peanut butter, jelly, canned fruits “Loving God; Loving Others”
and meats or personal hygiene items, would be appreciated. Americon Baptist Church
North Eaton NECC is located near the intersection of Rt 82 25514 Royalton Road
FUNERAL HOME & Rt 83, at 35895 Royalton Rd., in Grafton. 440-236-8206
2089 Columbia Road 9:15 a.m.
Valley City, OH 44280 Cremation • Monuments New Pastor for Hosanna Lutheran Sunday School
330-483-3300 Pre-paid Funerals for all ages
“Understanding When 10:30 a.m.
Needed Most” 1021 Main St., Grafton Hosanna Lutheran Church, in Columbia Station, is excited Family Worship
www.bauerfuneralhome1943.com 440-926-2048 to announce that Pastor Mark Renner will be installed at Ho- Stairlift Access
Pre-Need Planning Available www.dukefuneralhome.com sanna on Sunday, February 7, at 3 p.m. Rev. Phil Betts
Mark is 32 years old, married to his wife Dana, and is from
Marysville, Ohio. He received a BA in Religious Studies from
Concordia University, Ann Arbor, MI, in 2012, which included Our Lady Queen of Peace
studying abroad in London, England. He then went on to serve
as a Missionary/English teacher in Mainland China and in Catholic Church
Hong Kong. He also worked with youth and young adults and
Helping You Plan a Personal Remembrance as an athletic director at a Lutheran church and school there. Weekend Masses WeekdayMasses
36625 Center Ridge Road | N. Ridgeville | 327-2955 He recently graduated from Concordia Seminary in St Louis,
www.bognerfamilyfuneralhome.com MO, and will be ordained at his home church in Marysville, (Church) (Church)
in January. Sat. 4:30pm Mon. & Wed.
Hosanna is working through the details of the installation
7:00pm
Laubenthal -Mercado service in accordance with COVID 19 protocols, so this service Sun. 8:30 & Tues, Thu, Fri.
11:00am
will be limited in the number of people who can attend. We will
LM who wish to view the service from home. Blessed are the peacemakers:
9:30am
FUNERAL HOME
be streaming the service on Hosanna’s Facebook page for those
Now offering On-site
~708 Erie St., Grafton • 440-926-2364~
At the present time, we are conducting worship services in
Cremation Services
person each Sunday at 9:30 a.m., following safe practices due
to the pandemic. Please know that you are welcome to join us
Funeral Home is also
for worship and Bible Study. We would love to see you!
Handicap Accessible
Serving Families for over 50 years
38475 Chestnut Ridge Rd. • Elyria, Ohio 44035
children of God. Matthew 5:9
440-322-4626 • 440-323-1929 for they shall be called the
www.laubenthalmercado.com
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[email protected]
outlined in our plan. We will continue to make these changes Letter to the Editor
Kiwanis Bedding Drive as mandates and recommendations from our county and state To the Editor:
health departments become available. Please remember, it is
essential that all of our stakeholders understand the district’s As we begin the new year, I want to make sure you have
The Kiwanis Club of Midview is holding a bedding drive in expectations for the health and safety of all concerned. Your the facts about your county government. The county started the
support of Good Knights of Lorain County. Good Knights is an assistance in adhering to these precautions gives our students new year with a $21-million carryover. I voted against impos-
all-volunteer organization with a mission to provide complete, the best possible chance to remain in school for the duration ing the sales tax years ago and recently I voted for a tax cut to
comfortable and safe beds to children in need in Lorain County. of the year. repeal that quarter-percent sales tax. It will be reduced effective
Donations of new, twin bed size sheets, blankets and com- I have received many inquiries asking about the status of April 1. The county budget is strong. There is no budget crisis.
forters will be accepted at the following Grafton locations staff member vaccinations. Midview Local School District will My new colleagues reversed a 2020 board decision to pro-
during regular business hours: Grafton-Midview Public Li- participate in the Governor’s vaccination program and is still vide pandemic relief grants to help seniors, veterans, victims
brary; Farmers Insurance Agency; Nancy’s Diner; Centerra; waiting for confirmation dates from the Lorain County Board of domestic violence and families struggling in this pandemic.
Forever Friends; Pro Tech; Essential Kneads; and 15:13 Gym. of Health. This week, we should have a better idea of where and I opposed cutting these critical grants. The grants are permis-
Please visit goodknightsoflc.org or call (440) 322-5867 for when our staff members will receive the vaccine. As a reminder sible and legal, as stated by the auditor and prosecutor’s of-
more information. to families, this will necessitate some flexibility as we will like- fice. These cuts will greatly hurt many who are struggling. The
ly utilize this as a staff development day and there will be no grants must be restored.
in-person learning for students. We will communicate this date The newly formed Race and Equity Alliance has been dis-
as soon as we receive confirmation so that those with childcare solved by my new colleagues. I opposed this action. This com-
needs can plan accordingly. munity advisory group was at no expense to taxpayers. This
I would like to begin by once again thanking our Midview Midview Local School District is proud to recognize the commitment must be honored and restored. It is important that
students, families and staff members for their incredible efforts month of February as Black History and National Heart Health we always work to better understand one another and that we
during the first semester. We have persevered through many Awareness month. We certainly celebrate any opportunity to in- treat one another equally with dignity and respect.
challenges and have had to be patient and flexible through it fuse culture and diversity into daily learning. Our teachers will I pledge to you to continue to put people ahead of politics. I
all. Please know that your collective efforts have not gone un- make every attempt to celebrate with engaging lessons - please believe we are stronger when we work together. Thank you for
noticed and I am confident that will continue as we start the be on the lookout for opportunities for your child to become the honor to serve you in county government.
second semester. We aren’t done yet, but at least there is hope involved in these important discussions. Matt Lundy, Lorain County Commissioner
on the horizon. Finally, Midview Local Schools is proud to announce that
As has been the case since August, the Midview Local our remaining four buildings, including Midview East Elemen- Genealogical Society news
School District Restart Plan continues to evolve and change. I tary School, Midview High School, Midview Middle School
ask all of our families to visit the district’s website to read about and Midview North Elementary, recently received the Purple The February 8 meeting of the Ohio Genealogical Society,
updates to district procedures and policies that are currently Star Award, which recognizes schools that demonstrate a major Lorain County Chapter, will be held online. John Kolb, Chap-
commitment to students and families connected to our nation’s ter Secretary, will present a program on “Using Excel with your
military. Midview is the only district in Lorain County to have Genealogy.” This online program is open to OGS members and
NOW OPEN! multiple schools receive this distinguished honor. As part of the the public. Those interested in joining the program should con-
award, each building will receive a special Purple Star recogni-
tact [email protected] to be added to the invi-
tion to display onsite.
Comprehensive dental care for I look forward to great things as we begin semester two. tation list. We are using the BlueJeans video conferencing plat-
form that generally does not require you to download anything
the whole family! As always, should you ever have questions regarding Midview to join the program. Our meeting will be recorded and added to
Local School District, please feel free to contact a member of
We accept most insurances our team or reach out to your child’s building Principal. our website for our members.
The program will start at 7 p.m. Email lcc-ogsmeetings@
Schedule your appointment Sincerely, loraincoogs.org for more information.
Dr. Bruce Willingham, Superintendent, Midview Local
Today! School District GRAFTON/ GRAF TWP CONTINUED ON PAGE 8
Beginner Beekeeping Class SENIOR OUTREACH PROGRAM
440.406.8181 Sponsored by North Ridgeville Seniors, Inc. with
The Lorain County Bee-
10247 Dewhurst Rd., Elyria keepers Association is proud are March 5, 12, 19 and 26,
from 7-9 p.m., and take place
www.deakmedicaldentistry.com to announce the 26th An- at Life Church, located at programs being held at Hinkson Hysell VFW Post
3341 Banquet Hall - 783 Huron Street in Grafton
nual Beginner Beekeeping 1033 Elm Street, in Grafton. The Grafton/LaGrange areas are looking for Meals on Wheels
Class for 2021. Class dates Cost is $50 and includes a
1-year LCBA membership drivers. To become a driver, contact EMILY @ 353-0829.
and a monthly email newslet- These Programs are Available to ALL SENIORS at NO CHARGE.
ter for you and other family 2/2 at 2:00 pm Senior Exercise Class being
NOW HIRING members living at the same instructed by Debi’s Personal Training with fruit and
address. Books will be avail-
juice for participants.
able for an additional $23 fee
during classes. 2/4 at 2:00 pm Call in for Senior Dinner carryout on
General Plug & Manufacturing 5 - Beekeeping Equipment; 2/11/2021 at 5:30pm.
Class Descriptions: March
2/9 at 2:00 pm Senior Exercise Class being instructed
March 12 - Managing Your by Debi’s Personal Training with
Hive; March 19 - First Two fruit and juice for participants.
Assembly Operators Months as a Beekeeper; 2/11 at 5:30 pm Senior Dinner for
March 26 - Summer & Fall
those that pre-ordered.
Secondary Operators Management; April 9 - Mem- Drive through pick up only
bers Meeting.
Starting at 5:30. Do not come early.
There will also be a
Screw Machine Operators Hands-On Field Day on June • If you have questions on these programs, please contact
5 at 10 a.m., rain or shine,
the VFW’s Canteen Manager by calling 440-926-3341.
Swiss Machine Operators at Queen’s Right Colonies, • The VFW Hall is available for rent to use for your special
located at 43655 St. Rt. 162,
occasions. Call 440-926-3341 and ask for the Canteen
Cold Form Operators in Spencer. A Bonus Class - Manager for additional information.
Fall Wrap - will be held on
September 10, from 7-9 p.m.
Packaging at Life Church. Go to the Giovanni’s Hair Design
LCBA website to download
the Class Registration form at
Construction/Maintenance www.loraincountybeekeep-
ers.org.
LCCC Get your
Willing to train Sports Day Valentine
Lorain County Commu-
1st and 2nd shift nity College’s Athletic De- a Gift
opportunities partment will host a virtual
National Girls & Women in
Full-time and part-time Sports Day event, “Lead Her Certificate
Forward,” for high school
positions available and middle school athletes, from
from 10-11 a.m. on Wednes-
day, February 3. The event Giovanni’s
will feature Olympic speed
skater Bonnie Blair, Manager
of Youth Basketball Opera- Hair Design
tions for the Cleveland Cav-
aliers Jessica Davis, “What
Sports Means to Me” with
LCCC women athletes and HAIR STYLING
a presentation by the LCCC
Apply at: Athletics department. MANICURES
For more information, in-
General Plug & Manufacturing cluding Zoom details, email QUALITY PRODUCTS
445 North Main Street LCCC Athletic Director Ka-
tie Marquard at kmarquard@
Grafton lorainccc.edu. 1033 E. Broad St. | Elyria | 440-366-0068
Lorain County Communi-
ty College is located at 1005
N. Abbe Road, in Elyria. Mon CLOSED; Tues, Thurs 8:30-7:00; Wed, Fri & Sat 8:30-2:00
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ceive a private invitation to join.
GRAFTON/ GRAF TWP CONTINUED FROM PAGE 7 Overdrive Digital Training - Monday, February 8, at 10 Dean’s List
a.m. Our ebook and audiobook collection is a convenient way
Heidelberg University has announced the names of 422
Grafton-Midview Library to discover and borrow titles anytime from anywhere. If you’d students who have earned academic recognition on the fall
like to take advantage of our digital offering but don’t know
how or where to begin, OverDrive’s Getting Started with Libby semester Dean’s List. Included on the list are the following
The Grafton-Midview Library is located at 983 Main Street, virtual sessions have you covered! There will be three beginner local/area students:
in Grafton. Please contact the library if you have any questions sessions offered beginning at 9 a.m. Each session is 30 min- Grafton
regarding any of these great programs at (440) 926-3317 or utes long. If you’re more of an experienced user and have some Kellen McGuire a senior, Biochemistry and Biology; Ju-
visit our website at www.gmplibrary.org. Follow us on social questions, check out the 10:30 session. Registration is required lia Schaefer, a sophomore, Theatre and English; and Marisa
media for news and program updates! and, all sessions are virtual. Visit gmplibrary.org to register. Ward, a freshman, Business Administration.
GMPL has temporarily closed our doors to the public due Virtual Teen Advisory Group - Tuesday, February 9, at 4 LaGrange
to the rise in COVID-19 cases in our area. Patrons may make a p.m. Teen Advisory Group and others interested in earning Christina Mealwitz, a senior, Biology.
15-minute appointment for computer, copy and fax services by volunteer or community service hours, please join Crystal on Wellington
calling the library. Until further notice, please use our Library Zoom for a virtual meet-up. We will be discussing how to vol- Gabrielle Ballard, a junior, Theatre and Business Admin-
Take Out service for any items you may need. Please visit our unteer and earn community service hours during the pandemic. istration; Lauren Gronsky, a sophomore, Business Adminis-
Library Take Out Page on our website for more details on how If you like to do video reviews or book reviews, this is your tration and Accounting; and Brennan Scheck, a sophomore,
to use this valuable service. chance to show off your video editing and writing skills. Reg- Education.
Most library programs are virtual and on Zoom unless spec- istration is required with an email address to receive the link Congratulations!
ified. for Zoom.
Winter Reading Challenge - Now through March 2 - It’s not Virtual Monthly Book Club - Thursday, February 18, at 7
too late! Cozy up with good books in 2021 and you could win p.m. Please join us on Zoom for a lively and engaging online
a prize from the library. Through March 1, use your Beanstack discussion of a chosen book title. February’s featured title will Joann Werling
account to log the books you finish reading. Each submitted be The Great Pretender, by Susannah Cahalan. Book copies
book earns you a fun badge and a ticket toward a fabulous gift are available for pick up at the library through our contactless REALTOR ®
card or mystery gift basket. There is no better time than win- Take Out service starting approximately one month in advance
tertime to get into the spirit of reading! Download Beanstack of the discussion date. Please contact Maureen at the library for 2001 Crocker Rd, #200
from the Apple or Android store and enter GMPL to get started. questions relating to this club. Westlake
Going Buggy-Coding Digital Escape Room - Through-
out the month of February. Who Let the Bugs In? Oh no! Our Audubon Society ZOOM Program
computer programs are buzzing and beeping, but not like they C:440-522-2320
should. Bugs, real bugs, have gotten in and messed everything The Black River Audubon Zoom meetings, go to www.
up! Please help rewrite the programs, beat the bugs and test Society’s February Virtual blackriveraudubon.org and [email protected]
your sleuthing skills by breaking out of the digital escape room. ZOOM Program will be “Fif- register at the bottom of the Serving Lorain, Erie, Huron, Medina
The Going Buggy-Coding Escape Room is recommended for ty Years of Conservation,” by first page under Subscribe. A & Western Cuyahoga Counties
elementary grades; however anyone is welcome to participate. Stan Searles. Zoom link will be sent to you.
Visit the teen website to participate. Stanley Searles, the
Grab & Go Kits - Tuesday, February 2, at 4 p.m. Everyone founder and Executive Direc-
can get crafty with our Grab & Go Craft Kits! Kits are available tor of Global Conservation
for children, teens and adults. All kits contain the instructions Connections, will discuss his THE DISTINCTIVE
and most supplies needed to create a relaxing craft. You de- widely varied conservation CLUSTER HOMES OF
serve to treat yourself after 2020! Quantities are limited. career on Tuesday, February
First Chapter Friday - Fridays, February 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2, at 7 p.m. via ZOOM.
at 5 p.m. Join us on Facebook every Friday evening to hear the In his role as Curator of FOX RUN
first chapter or two of new books for children and tweens. We Birds and Aquatics at the
can’t wait to hear your reactions and whether or not you’ll be Cleveland Metroparks Zoo,
reading more! he collaborated with the Ohio of Grafton
Storytime at Home - Tuesdays, February 2, 9 & 16, at 10 Division of Wildlife in the
a.m. on Zoom; Thursdays, February 4, 11 & 18, at 10:30 a.m. reintroduction of the trum-
on Facebook Live. Join us every Tuesday morning via Zoom peter swan to Ohio. Later, he
and Facebook Live for a virtual storytime. Explore the mys- partnered with Bioandina, a
tery box, sing songs and enjoy great stories. Just include your Venezuelan conservation or- Announcing Phase Seven!
child’s name and your email address when you sign up to re- ganization, in reintroducing
Andean Condors back into
Minnillo & Marshall the wild. Since his retirement
from Cleveland Metroparks
General Dentists Zoo, he has been involved
420 N. Main St., Grafton with conservation programs
on a local and international
Emergencies level with Global Conserva-
tion Connections.
For this and future BRAS
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14 to 16 oz.
Selected Varieties
Kraft
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USDA Inspected Selected Varieties Selected Varieties Selected Varieties
Fresh $ 99 Kraft Chunk or 2/$ Ore-Ida Potatoes, 2/$ DiGiorno $ 99
Pork Shredded 5 Fries or 5 Rising Crust 3
Spareribs 1 lb. Cheese Hash Browns Pizza
fresh dairy & Frozen Foods
9 to 13 oz.
Selected Varieties 16 oz.
Tostitos Selected Varieties
Tortilla Smith’s
Chips Dips or 2/$ 3
2/$ 6 Sour Cream
21 to 28 oz. 14 to 18 oz. 7.5 to 13.7 oz. 7.75 to 8 oz.
Selected Varieties Selected Varieties Selected Varieties Selected Varieties 8 oz.
Bush’s Best Sweet Baby Ray’s Nabisco Lay’s Selected Varieties
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Selected Varieties
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USDA Inspected Fresh Fresh from our deli!
Chicken Grandma’s
Leg Potato Salad, 7.6 to 11 oz.
Quarters Macaroni Salad or Selected Varieties 2/$ 5
4
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2
$ 29 garden fresh produce
USDA Inspected Beef
81% Lean lb.
8 to 12 oz.
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How can I earn 3% more for my home than the average • Budget for retirement. low- or no-income earnings
seller? Short- and long-term bud- from your earnings record,
Work with Jennifer Herron-Underwood. She has the geting for retirement can thereby increasing your
proven track record for negotiating 97% of her sellers ask- help you assess how much benefit.
ing price while the average Realtor only negotiates 94% of money you will need to cov- • Consider the long-term
the seller’s asking price. What does this mean to you? On er your expenses when you needs of your spouse. Sur-
the average $200,000 home it means if Jennifer Herron-Un- stop working. This step can viving spouses receive the
derwood is your Realtor, you will receive $6000 more than help you understand how higher of the two spous-
if you worked with the average Realtor. In addition to her much a reduced or increased es’ benefits. So it makes
great negotiation skills, she also has a strategic marketing Social Security benefit will sense for the higher earning
plan that includes professional quality photography, and affect your bottom line in spouse to wait to collect his
personalized service to ensure you sell your home for top retirement. or her benefit until he or she
dollar. • Continue working. Re- reaches full retirement age.
Why work with Jen? What to know before maining in the workforce to collect your Social Secu-
The decision about when
full-time or even part-time
When is the best time of year to sell your home? Now! claiming Social Security benefits can have a considerable rity benefit is complex. Dis-
cussing your options with
impact on the size of your
I say that with pure confidence. Many home owners think Social Security benefit. The your spouse and financial
the best time of the year to sell their home is in May or June Hardworking adults tually make. In recognition CFPB notes that continuing advisor can help you make
when school is close to letting out for the summer. As a Re- spend years striving to of the difficulty of that de- to work for one or two ad- the most informed decision.
altor, with 19 years of experience and over 1000 sales under achieve their profession- cision, the Consumer Fi- ditional years can replace
my belt I encourage you to take advantage of the “Spring al goals. Along the way, nancial Protection Bureau
Market.” Get your house listed for sale as soon as possible. planning for retirement is a offers the following tips Saving strategies as
There is a serious lack of inventory in the real estate mar- way to ensure all that hard to people wondering when
ket. We have buyers lined up just waiting for new homes to work pays off when the time they should begin collecting retirement draws near
come on the market and right now there is nothing for them comes to call it a career. their Social Security bene-
to see. It is basic business-a high demand and low supply In the United States, men fits. Professionals on the cusp of retirement are often excited
will result in you selling your home for top dollar in today’s and women nearing retire- • Confirm your full re- about what lies ahead. Some prospective retirees may look
market! ment age may be thinking tirement age. Full retire- forward to traveling once they no longer have to go to work
What if i don’t have any where to move to? about when they should be- ment age refers to the age each day, while others may plan to return to school. Re-
If you hire a great Realtor, like myself, the agent can find gin collecting their Social at which people can begin gardless of how adults envision spending their retirement,
ways to help you stay in your home as long as possible. Security retirement benefits. collecting their full benefits. they’re going to need money when they’re no longer being
Some out of the box ideas I use to help my clients have time Social Security is a social Depending on the year you paid by their employers.
to find a new house are: allowing for long closings, have the insurance program institut- were born, you can begin As retirement nears, some professionals may be con-
seller rent back their home for 30-60 days so they don’t have ed by President Franklin collecting your full benefit cerned that they haven’t saved enough. There’s no one-size-
to move twice, and specific purchase clauses. Delano Roosevelt in 1935. at age 66 or 67. Claiming fits-all answer in regard to how much money people will
Why work with the Jen Herron Underwood Group? The program consists of re- your benefit before you need in retirement. People who are worried they haven’t
Jennifer is a local Grafton resident. Her children attend tirement, disability and sur- reach full retirement age saved enough can try various strategies to build up their ac-
Midview Schools. She lives, plays and works in the local vivor benefits, and workers will lead to a permanent count balances before they officially call it a career.
real estate market. In fact, in 2018 she was the #1 Realtor in the United States contrib- decrease in your monthly
in Grafton helping more buyers and more sellers than any ute to Social Security each benefits. Conversely, claim-
other Realtor in the area. She is committed to focusing on week. ing after you reach full re-
Columbia Station, Grafton, Lagrange, Carlisle Twp, and The decision about when tirement age will lead to a 440-355-4616
Wellington. Many of the buyers that are looking in one of to claim Social Security re- permanent increase in your Keystone Pointe Offers:
these areas will also look at the others. Since she has sold tirement benefits is one all monthly benefits. Since the •Large Private Rooms
more homes locally in the past 2 years than any other Real- those who have contributed stakes are so considerable,
tor, she has a list of buyers that are waiting for new homes to the program must even- it’s vital for adults to con- •5 Star Rating - Medicare’s Highest
to come on the market. firm their full retirement •Secured Dementia Unit
age before they claim their •Post Hospital & Long-term Care
benefits.
• Delay claiming if you
can. The CFPB notes that
you can expect to get an 383 Opportunity Way
additional 5 to 8 percent in LaGrange, OH 44050
monthly benefits for every Near the intersection of 301 & 303
year you wait to claim your
Social Security benefits af-
ter age 62, maxing out at
age 70. If you can afford
to do so, wait to claim your
full benefit until age 70, as
doing so can translate to
a benefit that’s 32 percent
higher than it would have
been had you claimed your
benefit at age 62.
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We Look Forward to Meeting You!
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• Take advantage of catch-up contributions. Adults who scapes indoors. Houseplants can be used to improve indoor
are 50 or older are eligible to take advantage of catch-up spaces, and they also provide various health benefits.
contributions. These are designed to help people over 50 Help with allergies
contribute more to certain retirement accounts, such as a According to WebMD, rooms with houseplants tend to
401(k) or IRA, than statutory limits would otherwise allow. have less dust and mold in them than those without any fo-
There are limits that govern the amount of money people liage. Leaves and other parts of the plants serve as natural
can designate as catch-up contributions, but taking advan- filters, catching airborne particles and allergens. Plants with
tage of this perk can help people save more as retirement textured leaves might be especially effective at trapping
draws closer. particles.
• Consider relocating. A recent study from the Employee Put more oxygen into the air
Benefit Research Institute found that housing costs account- The human respiratory system works by bringing in ox-
ed for 49 percent of seniors’ spending. Professionals nearing ygen and releasing carbon dioxide. Plants do the opposite
retirement who live in areas traditionally associated with a during photosynthesis. They absorb carbon dioxide and
high cost of living can begin to rethink their long-term hous- then release oxygen. Plants can put much more oxygen into
ing strategy. Relocating to an area with a lower cost of living the air, improving indoor conditions.
is one option, while those who prefer to remain in their cur- Increase indoor humidity and reduce illness
rent town or city can consider downsizing to a smaller home Studies from the Agricultural University of Norway
to reduce their property taxes and monthly utility bills. found that indoor plants can increase humidity in indoor
• Continue investing. Conventional wisdom suggests spaces, which decreases the incidences of sore throats, dry
moving away from investing in stocks the closer you get coughs, dry skin, and the common cold. Higher absolute
to retirement. Though that’s a sound strategy, professionals humidity can decrease the chances of survival and transmis-
who are trying to build their retirement savings in the fi- sion of the flu virus.
nal years before retiring could be missing out on significant Filter the air
growth by abandoning stocks entirely. Speak with a finan- Researchers who presented their work at the 252nd Na- NOW BUYING
cial advisor about stock-based investments and your risk tional Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical So-
tolerance. Maintaining a diversified portfolio with a little ciety found certain houseplants can combat the potentially
risk can be a great way to grow your savings as retirement harmful effects of volatile organic compounds. Plants may • Pre 1964 Silver Coins
draws near. help filter out VOCs like benzene, acetone and formalde- • Gold nearing all-time highs
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Cemetery Clean Up •Identify birds with Merlin Bird ID app and add sightings
IGA Food Drive thank you The annual Butternut Ridge Cemetery Clean Up is on Feb- to your list
•Use the eBird Mobile app
ruary 10. Please have all personal items picked up by February •Enter your bird list on the eBird website (desktop/laptop)
All you need is a free Cornell Lab account to participate.
8. This account is shared with Merlin, eBird, Project FeederWatch
Backyard Bird Count and other projects at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. If you
already have an account, please use the same username and
The Black River Audubon Society’s 24th Great Backyard password for submitting your bird list for the Great Backyard
Bird Count is February 12-15. Connect to birds, to nature and Bird Count.
We recommend observing birds for at least fifteen minutes.
with each other. It’s that easy!
Each February, for four days, the world comes together for
Submit one or more lists over the four days of counting and
the love of birds. Over these four days, we invite people to you become a contributing citizen scientist (community scien-
spend time in their favorite places, even at home, watching and tist). All eBird entries and saved Merlin Bird IDs over the four
counting as many birds as they can find and reporting them to days contribute to the Great Backyard Bird Count.
us. These observations help scientists better understand global Each year people from around the world come together to
bird populations before one of their annual migrations. watch, learn about, count and celebrate birds. Visit birdcount.
How to Participate: org for more information or log onto www.blackriveraudubon.
Participating is easy, fun to do alone or with others, and can
be done anywhere you find birds. org and remember to LIKE them on Facebook!
Choose the easiest way for you to share your birds:
Early Bird Sale!
Schilds IGA would like to thank all of the customers
and friends that support the current food drive that is
helping efforts to keep our local food bank and NECC
food pantry stocked during this pandemic.
Luna seeks loving home
Luna is a 2-year old fe-
male American Pit Bull Ter-
rier weighing 48 lbs. She is
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and spayed. Luna was trans-
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LEGAL NOTICE
Eaton Township’s 2020 Annual Financial Report is
complete and is available for viewing at Eaton Township
Town Hall, 12043 Avon Belden Road, Grafton starting
February 8, 2021 during the hours of 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Monday through Friday.
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34981 ROYALTON ROAD, NORTH EATON Please call 440-748-3751 For Advanced Special Orders
Credit Cards
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DEBIT CARD FOR YOUR PURCHASES ATM AVAILABLE
Beer or Wine Samplings! PRICES EFFECTIVE - FEB 2021
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SchildsIGAGrafton.com 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES AND TO CORRECT PRINTER ERRORS • NONE SOLD TO DEALERS, COMPETITORS OR RESTAURANTS.
COMING
FEB. 12TH -13TH
Roadshow 10AM - 5PM
SINGLE PACK Hoagie Rolls
6 Ct.
PER LB.
$ 7 99 2/$ 5
USDA Beef
Boneless New York $ 99 USDA Beef $ 99 $ 99
Strip Steaks 6 85% Lean 3 IGA 4
Value Pack lb. Ground Round lb. Baked Ham lb.
Deli Made
Dill Dip
PER LB.
$ 4 99
14 oz. 4 Pack
Original or Italian $ 99 24.2-30.5 oz. $ 99 Hunt’s 10/$
Armour 2 Folgers 6 Snack Pack 10
Meatballs Coffee Puddings
Pork Baby
Back Ribs
PER LB.
$ 3 99
USDA Beef
Whole Beef $ 99 Best Buy Previously Frozen $ 49 Fresh $ 79
Briskets 3 Boneless Skinless 1 Large Red or 1
WHILE SUPPLIES LAST! lb. Chicken Breast lb. Green Grapes lb.
Fresh Lemons Heluva Good
or Limes Chip Dip
12 oz.
2/$ 1 $ 19
2
69 ¢ 22.1-30.3 oz. 2/$ 9-9.5 oz. Bag
Thin or Rising Crust
Utz
DiGiorno
Fresh
Avocados Pizzas 10 Potato Chips
Gallon
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Smith’s IGA 2 Coke 5
Milk 5 Spring Water Products
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CBD Products Sold Here
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34981 ROYALTON ROAD, NORTH EATON Please call 440-748-3751 For Advanced Special Orders
Credit Cards SALE VALID FEB 8TH-14TH, 2021 ONLY!
or Your OPEN: WEEKDAYS 8-8 • SATURDAYS 8-6 • SUNDAYS 8-6
DEBIT CARD FOR YOUR PURCHASES ATM AVAILABLE PRICES EFFECTIVE - FEB 2021
Beer or Wine Samplings! MON TUES WEDS THUR FRI SAT SUN
See store for details. 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
SchildsIGAGrafton.com
WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES AND TO CORRECT PRINTER ERRORS • NONE SOLD TO DEALERS, COMPETITORS OR RESTAURANTS.
SWEET DEALS ON SEAFOOD
FEB. 12TH -13TH
Roadshow 10AM - 5PM
Beef Tenderloin Shrimp Ring
10 oz.
Steaks 99
PER LB. $ 5
$ 9 99
$ 99 USDA Inspected $ 49 5 lb. Bag $ 69
Whole Beef 7 lb. Bone-In Pork 1 lb. 80% Lean 2
Tenderloins Shoulder Butt Roast Ground Beef
1
$ 99 $ 49 16 oz. $ 99
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[email protected] National Boy Scout Week
Veterans Memorial letter February 7-13, 2021
Dear Citizens of Lorain County,
I retired from the Carlisle Township Fire Department in “On my honor, I will do my best, to do my duty, to God and my country, and to obey the
1996 after 38 years, 25 of which I served as Fire Chief. I have Scout Law, to help other people at all times, to keep myself physically strong, mentally
taken on a new challenge to build a Veterans Memorial, which
will be located next to my “second home,” the old Carlisle awake, and morally straight.”
Township Fire Station at 11969 LaGrange Rd. A Committee
was formed, and we were granted 501(c)(3) non-profit status to
help with fund-raising. Needless to say, the pandemic has put a With more than 130 Merit Badges—from Archery and Art
serious damper on our money-raising efforts. However, one of
our ongoing fund-raisers is selling memorial bricks, honoring to Welding and Wilderness Survival—Scouting is the
our veterans.
You can honor a loved one who served in the Armed Forces ultimate form of learning by doing. Scouts explore their
by purchasing a memorial brick which will be engraved with interests and improve their skills while working toward
your sentiments. For further information, please visit us on
Facebook or our website, carlisletownshipveteransmemorial. Scouting’s highest rank: Eagle. By first imagining,
org or contact me directly by phone at (440 )458-5814.
You can make a donation to help build the Memorial through planning then doing their own service projects, Scouts
credit card or PayPal on our website or Facebook. Because the
Memorial is a non-profit, your donation is tax deductible within learn the value of hard work, and experience the thrill of
the limits of the tax laws. When completed, this Veterans Me-
morial will be an asset to Lorain County and a tribute to all our seeing it pay off. Add in outdoor adventures, hiking and
brave men and women who served our country.
Ray Hildebrandt, Retired Fire Chief camping, and Scouting gives youth experience that will
New traffic signal benefit them throughout their life.
From the thrill of shooting an arrow to learning how to transform a
The Lorain County Engineer has been notified that the traf-
fic signal at the intersection of Middle Ridge Road and West block of wood into a race car, Cub Scouts is one thrill after another. With
Ridge Road is set to become operational on Thursday, February
4, 2021. a program expertly tailored to match each age in a young child’s life, Cub
Functional tests will be performed on the components. The
signal will then be placed in a flash mode until February 4, Scouts learn that even when fun isn’t easy, it’s always an adventure. In
when it will become fully operational.
Signs will be posted indicating the activation date of Feb- Scouting, everything has a purpose. And it shows kids that doing their best
ruary 4.
is the most fun of all.
We are proud of our Scouts and congratulate them on
more than 100 years of service
Please Support These Local Businesses:
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[email protected]
health services. Agencies were informed this week that the Library Board Meeting - The Herrick Memorial Library
Yarn gathering for lonely seniors promised money will not arrive because Dave Moore and Mi- Board of Trustees will hold their regular monthly board meet-
chelle Hung “believe” the money was not allocated properly
ing virtually via TeamLink on Tuesday, February 9, at 10:30
in nursing homes and that there may be concerns about the budget. Our previ- a.m. The meeting link will be posted on the Library’s website
ous Commissioners had legal and outside advisers who told
them their actions were proper in granting these monies to the on Monday, February 8. This meeting is open to the public.
Virtual Story-times and Events - For more information and
WDLW are hosting a mini non-profits. If Hung and Moore are so concerned about the a link to the Herrick Memorial Library’s virtual story times and
fund-raiser to collect yarn. So budget, they should start by eliminating the numerous new po- webinar, go to the library’s web page at www.herrickliboh.org
attention crafters: if you have sitions they created for their offices instead of taking food and and click on the links for the different programs:
yarn laying around, we’ll take beds from children in need. •Online webinar from Metroparks on Hibernation Fascina-
it; if you would like to buy Laura Irvin, Oberlin tion on February 3, from 10-11 a.m.
some, we’ll take it. Be sure to call the library at (440) 647-2120 to get sto-
From now through Letter to the Editor ry-time packets for curbside pick-up to go along with the vid-
Wednesday, February 3, you eos.
can bring yarn to Radio Sta- Teen Winter Reading Challenge - Teens ages 12-17 can
It was brought to my at- tions WOBL/WDLW, locat- To the Editor: enter the library’s Reading Challenge for a chance to win a
Today’s polarized political climate did not happen by acci-
tention that there are some ed at 45624 US Route 20, in dent. After the Fairness Doctrine was eliminated by the FCC in Nintendo Switch Light gaming bundle when they enter the
lonely senior ladies in nurs- Oberlin, and we’ll make sure 1987, news outlets no longer had to ensure that viewers were challenge and read some our new books or old favorites. The
ing homes that have had no it’s delivered to the senior fa- exposed to a diversity of viewpoints. Enter ‘news’ stations like challenge runs through February 27. Call the library to request
family or friends visiting cilities so these wonderful la- MSNBC and FOX News. Additionally, the rise of social media a log sheet and instructions for curb-side pick-up, or print off
since the Covid crisis hit and dies can get busy crocheting platforms has allowed us to quite literally shield ourselves from the form from the library’s website.
shut down everything, and and kniting! opposing viewpoints and virtually attack those we don’t agree
there are some who so badly Thank you for your con- with, exponentially ramping up political divisions. The Netflix
want to knit and crochet, if sideration! If you have any film, The Social Dilemma, lays this out in terrifying detail.
they only had some yarn. questions, e-mail lawilber@ These media outlets (and others) are specifically manipu- Lorain SWCD Board Meetings
Radio Stations WOBL and oberlin.net.
lating us to pay attention to them, and only them, for monetary The Lorain Soil & Water Conservation District has
Kindergarten Registration gain. The longer they can keep us engaged, the more advertise- scheduled monthly Board meetings on the third Tuesday
ments they can expose us to. They know that if they appeal to
the ideas we already care deeply about, they won’t lose us to of each month at 4:30 p.m. at the District office, 42110
2021-22 Kindergarten Registration packets can be picked other markets. It doesn’t matter to them that this manipulation Russia Rd., Elyria, Ohio. June & July’s meeting will be at
up from the Westwood Main Office beginning on Monday, has helped catapult our nation into a political divide stronger 8:30 a.m. The August meeting will be held on Wednesday,
February 8. Screening will be on March 15 &16. Screening than anything we’ve seen since the Civil War. August 18th at the Soil & Water barn at the fairgrounds at
appointments will be scheduled when picking up registration Americans need to wake up to this reality and do what we 6:00 p.m. Most meetings will be held in the District office
packets. Student must be 5 years old on or before August 1, can to combat the manipulation of our minds for profit. This or the large meeting room at the Agricultural Building and
2021 to register. means seeking out objective news sources, turning away from are open to the public.
Westwood Elementary School is located at 305 Union inflammatory & radical media and reaching across the aisle to
Street, in Wellington. For more information, please call (440) have real conversations again, as hard as that seems right now.
647-3636. Our attention is a commodity, and it is being sold at the expense
of our democracy. Recognize it, resist it and fight back before
Letter to the Editor it’s too late. SUPPORT OUR TROOPS
Kate Rivet, Vermilion
To the Editor: Herrick Memorial Library
Republican County Commissioners Dave Moore and Mi-
chelle Hung voted to take back $4,600,000 from agencies and
organizations like LCCC, 2nd Harvest, Road to Hope House, Library Closings - The Herrick Memorial Library will close
Good Night, and many other non-profits who assist with rent for Presidents Day on Monday, February 15.
& utility payments, provide food & clothing for those in need, Herrick Memorial Library Opening - Beginning Sunday,
support job search activities and even medical and mental February 7, the Herrick Memorial Library will be open for
browsing & checking out library materials or using computers.
Patrons wishing to use the library must call (440) 647-2120
LEGAL NOTICE to set up a 30-minute appointment. As part of our COVID-19
Patron Health Guidelines, the proper wearing of face masks
Dates for the 2021 Pittsfield Township Zoning Board will be required to enter the library and there will be a limit of Automobile, Homeowners, Small Commerical,
Meetings to be held at 7PM at 16940 S.R. 58, Oberlin, Ohio. 5 patrons at any given time. Individuals with concerns about Farm, Life, Motorcycle & RV Insurances
April 12, 2021 wearing face masks are encouraged to utilize our curbside ser-
July 12, 2021 vice. We ask patrons that aren’t feeling well to please visit us Grafton Wellington
October 11, 2021 on another day.
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January 10, 2022 to participate in the library’s Winter Reading Program. To par- 440-926-3312 440-647-6010
ticipate, call the library to register and request a Bingo game
board for curbside pick-up. You will also be able to print out
a game board from the library’s webpage if you like. The pro-
LEGAL NOTICE gram will run until February 27. Prize pick-up will need to be
scheduled when you have completed your Bingo sheet. www.beriswillins.com
The regular meetings of the Board of Trustees of Pittsfield
Township will be held on the third Monday of each month
at 6:30 p.m. All meetings will be held at the Pittsfield Talk with over 50 Local
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Professional Profile
Shop Village Jewelry & Repair and surprise your Valentine!
Hello! We are Scot Kuhns and Jennifer Kuhns this school year. We are excited to watch him grow
and this is our story. I started off at Brandau Jew- in the district.
elers in Elyria in 1999 as an errand runner while At Village Jewelry and Repair, we are a full-ser-
also attending LCCC for business administration. vice jeweler with on premise gold smithing and cus-
After obtaining my Associates Degree, the own- tom services. We also do engraving and clock and
ers of Brandau, Tom and Janice Haywood, pro- watch repairs on premise. Our cases are stocked
moted me to work full-time at the store. They also with unique one-of-a-kind items in all price ranges,
provided me with education from the Gemological from engagement rings and wedding bands to an-
Institute of America. The experience of working niversary items, clocks and watches.
at the most respected jewelry store in the area Shop the local and family owned Village Jewelry
and the education were priceless. and Repair located in downtown Grafton.
In 2004, I married my high school sweetheart,
who became an elementary teacher with Elyria 954 Main St., Grafton
City Schools. In 2006, the Haywoods retired Hours: Tue - Fri. from 12-5pm
from their business and closed Brandau. From and Sat. from 10-1pm.
that point on, I’ve been the self-employed owner Closed on Sunday and Monday
of Village Jewelry and Repair. We decided on (440) 926-0500.
opening a store in Grafton because there was a
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APPLIANCE, SALES & SERVICE
APPLIANCES HELP WANTED SALES & SERVICES
Good clean used appliances. SMALL DUMPSTERS
Call Bill Bakers, 440-322-2325. for roofing, remodeling, etc.
Hiring Compassionate Bobcat, Backhoe & Dump
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Nurses are trained to be ready for anything. “You pray
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What Tina was not prepared for was seeing people sick or
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As Mercy Health and other hospitals near capacity, she and
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they’re affecting all of us,” she says.
Her voice cracks, strained with emotion, as she makes
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I haven’t seen my two grandbabies since March. We all
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this is all over, it’s going to be one big celebration to
make up for everything we’ve missed. Let’s all be
here for it. #StayStrong #MyCovidStory
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