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Volume 66 No.21 Columbia Station, Ohio April 12, 2021

Forward Bound 4H Club Easter Petting Zoo event Wellington Implement - one of Cub
Cadet’s top performing dealers


Wellington Implement, a dealer of Cub Cadet® outdoor
power equipment with locations in Ashland, Medina and
Wellington, earned distinction as one of the top 65 Cub Ca-
det dealers in America for 2020. Cub Cadet has more than
1,700 independent dealers in the U.S.
Founded in 1961, Cub Cadet is celebrating its 60th year
of operation in 2021. Wellington Implement is one of 95
dealers in the country who has sold and serviced Cub Cadet
equipment, including lawn and garden tractors, zero-turn
riding mowers, commercial mowers, utility vehicles, snow
blowers and more, for all 60 of those years.
“We’re proud to recognize our top-performing dealers
that go above and beyond to provide the highest-qual-
ity service and products to their communities,” said Roy
Keating, Cub Cadet’s Vice President of America’s sales and
channel development. “With all that has happened in 2020,
this achievement is especially impressive. It’s clear that
Wellington Implement has an unrivaled dedication of and
enthusiasm for customer service and our products.”
Wellington Implement offers a complete line of high-per-
formance Cub Cadet outdoor power equipment, genuine
parts, accessories and attachments, as well as expert service
and recommendations at all 3 locations. Customers can stop
in or call to set up a time to test drive any of the new 2021
Cub Cadet products.
Founded in 1929, Wellington Implement is managed
today by fourth generation family member Tom Stannard,
who has led the company in adding locations in Ashland
and Medina. “Thanks to the hard work of our whole team
4H members and the animals from the petting zoo event. and our trusted Cub Cadet products, we’re thankful for an-
The Forward Bound 4H club, which meets at the Avon VFW, began the year taking the 4H pledge of using their hands other successful year,” said Tom Stannard, General Man-
for greater service to their community by doing two service projects voted on by the members of the club. The club collect- ager of Wellington Implement. “Our team went above and
ed donations and put together over 40 blessing bags that were taken to the Saint Elizabeth homeless shelter in Lorain. The beyond to make 2020 a successful year, and we’re looking
bags were filled with essentials for the people in need, like toothpaste, toothbrush, mouthwash, shampoo, soap, chapstick, forward to continuing that commitment in 2021. Cub Cadet
masks and even snacks. is one of the best manufacturers we work with in terms of
On the Saturday before Easter, some of the club members brought their animals to the VFW Easter egg hunt and set up service support, product quality and, plus, they are great
a small petting zoo. Visitors were able to pet rabbits, goats, guinea pigs, pigeons and chickens. And of course, they could people.”
find out what 4H is all about. Wellington Implement’s locations are 824 US-42 W,
Ashland; 6080 Norwalk Rd, Medina; and 625 S Main St in
Black River Audubon Society Spring Raffle Wellington. For more information, visit www.wellington-
implement.com.
Penfield Quilters
erything you need to welcome back your feathered friends,
th
including a $100 gift card to Wild Birds Unlimited, a beau- 8 annual Quilt Show
tiful bird lamp, bird seed, nesting boxes and other fun bird
th
related items! The Penfield Quilters are happy to announce their 8 an-
The winning tickets will be drawn on May 8, Internation- nual Quilt Show on Wednesday, April 28, from 1-3 p.m. at
al Migratory Bird Day. Tickets are sold online only. Log The LaGrange Municipal Building, located at 301 Liberty
onto to https://www.blackriveraudubon.org/2021-spring- St., in LaGrange. Join them for an afternoon of viewing
raffle and buy your tickets today. many colorful quilts that have been worked on as a group,
Audubon Adventures is an environmental education cur- as well as personal projects and favorites.
riculum product created by the National Audubon Society A boutique offering many quilted and sewn items will
for grades 3-5 to help introduce young people, their families be available and a hand-quilted “Daliah” quilt in shades
of teal, will be raffled off. Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5.
and their teachers to the fundamental principles by which Proceeds from the show benefit the Penfield Quilters Lap
The Black River Audubon Society (BRAS) is selling the natural world functions. . Developed by profession- Quilt Ministry, which provides lap quilts to groups and in-
raffle tickets for two prize packages throughout the month al environmental educators, Audubon Adventures presents dividuals in the community.
of April to help raise money for its Audubon Adventures standards-based science content about birds, wildlife and In addition, military veterans attending can enter a draw-
Program. BRAS has been offering this unique program at their habitats. ing for a Valor Quilt made by our very own Julie Ferriman.
no cost to interested local schools to help educate young For more information about Audubon Adventures, You are also invited to bring your own quilt to show off.
students about the environment. BRAS, programs, volunteering or becoming a member, Please attach a label with information about your creation
Tickets are only $10 and the prize packages feature ev- please log onto www.blackriveraudubon.org and remember that you wish to share.
to LIKE them on Facebook! Admission is free with donations to the Well-Help Food
Pantry being accepted at the door. Masks and physical dis-
tancing is required and appreciated.


Carlisle 7 Wellington 17
Community Columbia 2 Churches 6
4
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Directory Grafton 20 Profile Page 23
Grafton Twp. 22 SENIOR LIVING 8-9
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[email protected] Panera Bread and babysits in her free time. Alyssa will attend mission has a meeting scheduled for Thursday, May 6.
Bowling Green State University in the fall and intends to major The Road-Service Director reported that a house on Fred-
Firemen’s Thank You in Early Childhood Education. rick needed to discharge into the ditch. The Trustees voted to
allow it.
Austin Stair is the son of Amy & Rob Stair and brother of
The Columbia Township Fireman’s Association would like Ambriel and Addison Stair. Austin is an active member of the There was no Fire Department report.
to send out a huge thank you to our community, family, friends Class of 2021. He is a contributing member of the Columbia Rita Plata presented the cemetery report: $550 was received
and everyone who came out and supported us for our pancake Community Foundation Club and CHS Student Council, and for burials; $725 was received for sale of graves; and $600 was
breakfast. It was nice to see all the familiar faces, along with is an honor roll student at Columbia High School. Austin has received for footer fees.
making some new friends along the way. As always, we appre- played four years of baseball, named a captain his senior year, Old Business
ciate your continued support and look forward to seeing every- and three years of basketball for the Raiders. He has volun- There is no new news about the Storywalk in the Town-
one again in the future. teered at the Columbia Community Thanksgiving dinners and ship Park, as proposed by the Columbia Branch Librarian. The
Columbia Fireman’s Association. spent countless hours at Columbia Park cleaning the baseball Trustees discussed the FPA change on Hawke Road. A resident
and softball fields. Austin has also volunteered his time to keep on the Columbia side of Hawke has had a total failure of the
CHS Students of the Month score for middle school basketball games and helped organize septic system and is in need of tying into the sewer on the Eaton
supplies and donations at the Columbia Food Bank. Over the
side of Hawke Road. The Trustees are writing a letter to NO-
past three summers, he worked construction and installed doors ACA stating that as long as residents are not forced to tie into
and windows for a local company. He has enjoyed playing club the system they are not opposed to the FPA change. They are
baseball every summer and fall for the last three years. After also writing a letter to the County Commissioners and LORCO
graduation, Austin will attend Kent State University and major stating that they are not opposed as long as the residents are not
in Computer Science and Technology. forced to tie into the system.
SEE COLUMBIA TRUSTEES ON PAGE 5
Columbia Trustees Meeting

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
COLUMBIA TOWNSHIP
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS
The Columbia Township Board of Trustees met on April 5
in the Town Hall with all three Trustees present and the Fis- MONDAY, APRIL 26, 2021
cal Officer, Mandie Andrews. The Trustees voted to accept the
minutes of the March 15, 2021 meeting. The Trustees voted The Columbia Township Board of Zoning Appeals
Alyssa Wilkins Austin Stair to pay the bills and payroll. The bills amounted to $64,036.39 will meet on Monday, April 26, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. to
and payroll amounted to $31,523.41, bringing the total to hear Case 2021-03. The public hearing will be at the
Seniors Alyssa Wilkins and Austin Stair have been chosen $95,559.80. The receipts totaled $176,984.77. Columbia Town Hall, 25496 Royalton Road, Columbia
as Columbia High School “Student of the Month” for March. The Trustees welcomed the new leader of the Ummah Cen- Station, Ohio.
Nominees are chosen based on the following criteria: Maturity, ter Mosque in Columbia. Case 2021-03: Alex and Ashley Jacin, 14796 East
Citizenship, Behavior and Effort. Department Reports River Road, Columbia Station, Ohio are requesting a 24
Alyssa Wilkins is the daughter of Craig & Stacey Wilkins The Sheriff’s Deputy was in attendance. A Trustee asked ft. front yard setback variance to build an underground
and the sister of Natalie and Caitlin. Alyssa has been involved where the last month’s incident report was. The deputy will garage. The Columbia Township Zoning Resolution
in a wide variety of activities at CHS. She is the treasurer of the look into it and make sure one is delivered to the Trustees. All requires a 100 ft. front yard setback from the road right-
Class of 2021, has been an honor roll student throughout high the deputies have finished training for leading safety inspec- of-way. The garage would be built 76 ft. from the road
school and is the current secretary for the Columbia chapter tions and assisting township functions. One of the deputies will right-of-way.
of the National Honors Society. She is a member of Students be bringing the traffic trailer out to N. Boone and Snell to check The application will be available for examination
Against Destructive Decisions, Key Club and Leaders Club. the speeds. from Monday, March 29, 2021, through Monday, April
She has also competed in the Science Olympiad. Alyssa has The Zoning Inspector reported 16 permits issued, of which 26, 2021, at the Columbia Township Office. The office is
played several sports including soccer, basketball and softball. 2 were for new family homes, bringing the total for the year open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and
She is part of the Little Raider Buddy system with the Columbia to 21. Three properties needed to be cleaned of debris, one on is located in the Columbia Town Hall, 25496 Royalton
preschool. Alyssa is an active member at the Columbia United Fremont, one on Emmons and one on W. River. The Trustees Road, Columbia Station, Ohio. Please direct questions to
Methodist Church and in the community. She loves helping the voted to have them cleaned out. The Board of Zoning Appeals the Zoning Inspector at 440-236-8802.
those in need while on her yearly mission trips, and likes par- will meet on Monday, April 26, for a request for a 24’ front yard Notice given by: Rita J. Plata, Administrative Assistant
ticipating in community dinners at her church. She works at setback variance for an underground garage. The Zoning Com-



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prosper. There is much the public can do to help small ing ways to work together can be effective, especially
businesses be successful, but there also are steps in similar industries. For example, pet store owners can
small business owners can take to assist one another. work exclusively with a nearby dog trainer, and both
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if you come across a resource or an opportunity that · Start a social media group. A small business with
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COLUMBIA TRUSTEES CONTINUED FROM PAGE 2 Eagles
The regular order of business was put on hold so that the
Trustees could open bids for road materials and general pav- nomination
ing services. There were two bids, one from Kokosing and one
from Crossroads. The bids will be submitted to the County of officers
Engineer and then the County Prosecutor before any bids are
accepted. The meeting then returned to the regular order of The Columbia Station Ea-
business. gles #4003, located at 27190
New Business Royalton Rd., in Columbia
The Trustees passed a resolution to accept Phase I of Jayna Station, are looking for indi-
Lane. The final plat was then signed. viduals who would like to fill
Because delivery of mail has been slow, bills come to the officers positions on both the
township offices too late to pay on time. This has been a prob- Men’s Aerie and the Women’s
lem with the utilities. To alleviate the problem, the Trustees Auxiliary. These individuals
passed a resolution for standing approval to pay township util- who are interested must be a
ity bills in between Trustees meetings prior to the Trustees ap- member in good standing and
proval. should attend the men’s meet-
The Trustees approved a quote for replacing concrete at the ing to be nominate on Thurs-
library. As longer days and better weather approaches, more day, April 15, at 7:30 p.m.
people are using the township park. Everyone is reminded to Any woman looking to join
keep the park clean. All dogs must be on a leash when at the the Auxiliary should attend
park and people are reminded to pick up after their dogs. Phil the meeting on Tuesday, April
Oberhaus came to the meeting on behalf of Hot Stove. He 13, at 7 p.m. If you are unable
asked for permission to hang signs donated by businesses on to attend but would like to be
the fencing in support of the Hot Stove program. The Trustees considered for nomination,
felt that since they supported the High School fund-raising sig- please send an email to edy.
nage, they would also allow Hot Stove to do the same. [email protected] with
Saturday, April 24; 9 a.m. to noon
DUMPSTER DAYS for Columbia residents will be held at your request. Saturday, March 20; 9 a.m. to noon
the Township garage on Royalton Road on April 22 & 23 from
Columbia Branch
7a.m. to 5p.m. and April 24 from 7a.m. to noon. No paint, tires, Pet Photo AVON BRANCH Bring your sensitive documents such
hazardous waste, concrete, asphalt, brick or foundation stone. 37485 Harvest Drive, Avon as tax forms and medical records to be
shredded onsite in the library parking
Committee Reports Contest Bring your sensitive documents such as tax forms and medical records
440-934-4743
lot. Each household may bring up to five
Mr. Cunningham reported that the Lorain County Township to be shredded onsite in the library parking lot.
Association will meet April 15 in New Russia. They will be Models Wanted - Cloth- standard size copier paper boxes or five
grocery size bags of documents. Please
discussing the Land Bank. RLCWA will meet April 14 for its ing Optional! Lorain Animal Each household may bring up to five standard size copier paper boxes
remove all paper clips and binder clips.
regular meeting. Mr. Heidecker reported that the Southwest Rescue is holding a Pet Photo or five grocery size bags of documents. Please remove all paper clips
This free event is co-sponsored by the
General Hospital Board will meet May 5; NOACA will meet Contest. Do you have a photo- Friends of the Avon Library.
April 9; and the Lorain County Community Alliance will meet graphic feline? A picturesque and binder clips.
May 7 by Zoom. Mr. Musto reported that NEOSORD will meet pug? A fetching ferret? Do For more information visit LorainPublicLibrary.org
April 13, at 11 a.m. by Zoom. you think your pet can handle This free event is co sponsored by the Friends of the Columbia Library, Inc.
After Community Input, the meeting was adjourned. The sudden fame? Storm’s Angels
next regular meeting will be on Monday, April 19, at 7 p.m. Rescue is looking for stars to
in the Town Hall. enter its 2022 Pet Photo Con-
2021
test and win a chance at glory.
Pet parents from all over can LORAIN COUNTY REMEMBERS
COLUMBIA TOWNSHIP vie for the coveted calendar
cover and pet of the month
DUMPSTER DAYS honors.
The competition is sure to
Columbia Township Dumpster Days will be on be fierce and one with lots of
Thursday, April 22, and Friday, April 23, from cuteness overload. Starting
now, submissions can be up-
7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and on Saturday, April 24, loaded at gogophotocontest.
from 7 a.m. to 12 noon. Dumpsters will be located com/stormsangels2022. Par-
behind the Service Garage at 26089 Royalton Road ticipants can also find addi- Sept. 11, 2021 will be the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. Each year
and are for Columbia Township residents only. tional details and complete Americans acknowledge and remember our country’s trauma and the
Paint, tires and hazardous materials will not be rules there. Photos of sub- many lives lost in New York City, D.C. and Shanksville, Pennsylvania.
accepted. New this year, we will no longer accept mitted pets will be open to
concrete, asphalt, bricks or foundation stones. For voting by the general public Many of America’s young adults have no memory of these tragedies and
2001/2021
questions, call the Township Office at 440-236-8802. including the submitter and
their friends and family. Vote school-aged children were not born yet; they are relying on those of
as many times as you’d like us who can remember to share its events and impact so that nothing is
in order to place your favorite forgotten. 20 th
at the head of the pack. Each Anniversary
COLUMBIA TOWNSHIP vote is only $1 and 100% of Join us in making 2021 an outstanding year as we preserve and
Mowing Season Cleanup Policy for the proceeds will be used for share memories. Participation forms are available to download from
our continued efforts to res-
LORAIN COUNTY REMEMBERS
West River Road & Royalton Road Cemeteries cue and adopt out companion LorainPublicLibrary.org.
During the mowing season, all grave decorations that animals in Lorain County.
The Entry Fee is $25 and
are not affixed to the monuments will be removed two it includes one copy of our
weeks after each holiday. For example, expect Easter 2022 full-color calendar con-
decorations to be removed on or after April 19. Please taining the top winners that
remove any decorations you wish to keep prior to each will be mailed to you in Oc-
cemetery cleanup. tober - a $25 value.
Grand Prize goes to the
submission with the highest
number of votes and will be
6757 Center Rd featured on the calendar front
cover. The next 12 highest
Valley City vote getters will be featured
330-483-1190 in the calendar as Pet of the
Month.
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Page 6, RURAL-URBAN RECORD April 12, 2021 What’s Cookin’ Wednesday
The Rural-Urban Record The First Congregational UCC, located at 140 S. Main St.,


Published Bi-Weekly on Monday in Wellington, will be having thier What’s Cookin’ Wednesday
event on April 21, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. They will have lasagna,
Abel E. Carpenter & Grace A. Carpenter salad and dessert for $12 per meal. Drive-thru carry-out meals,
Founders 1955 cooked and ready to eat!
Springspiration Day
Lee Boise, Publisher & President
Leonard Boise, Publisher 1993-2010 Pittsfield Community Church, located at the corners of Rts.
58 and 303, will have their Springspiration Day on Wednesday,
Mailing Address: April 21. Current state Covid-19 protocols will be observed.
P.O. Box 966, Columbia Station, OH 44028 Registration is at 10 a.m. and the program is at 10:30 a.m. A
Located at 24487 Squire Rd, Columbia Station salad luncheon will follow at noon. For reservations, call Janet
Phone: 440-236-8982 • Fax: 440-236-9198 Crumley at (440) 647-5170, or Lollie Cheatham at (440) 774-
Email: [email protected] 6309, by April 17. The special guest this year will be Robert
Blankenship. Robert is a singer-songwriter who shares his love
Website: www.rural-urbanrecord.com for Christ through song and praise. He was lead singer for the
DEADLINE: gospel group, The Joint Heirs, and has traveled the U.S. sharing
News, Pictures & ALL ads - Wednesday @ 12pm the sweet sounds of Southern Gospel Harmonies. He also plays
the guitar for the Blueridge Gospel Heirs. You are invited to
OFFICE HOURS: By Appointment’ attend as Robert continues to inspire and uplift others, espe-
Out of Area Subscriptions - $40/year cially during these difficult times. There will be a freewill love
offering. All are welcome.
Resurrecting hope for the Drive-thru Kielbasa Dinner GRAFTON UNITED Lakeview Free Will

Our Lady Queen of Peace Holy Name Society will be hav-
American Elm ing another drive-thru take-out Kielbasa dinner on Saturday, 973 Mechanic St. •Grafton •926-2034 Baptist Church
METHODIST CHURCH
April 24, from 6-7:30 p.m., in the Church parking lot, located 10:00am Worship 12025 Durkee Rd., Grafton
The lineage of Yarmouth, Maine’s famous “Herbie” elm at 708 Erie St., in Grafton. You never have to leave your car! Mission: Sunday School 10 AM,
continues. It’s the rebirth of American’s oldest and largest elm. Dinners are $8 each and include Kielbasa, sauerkraut, mashed “Putting God’s Word to Work” Worship Service 11 AM.
At 110 feet tall and over 230 years old, this venerable tree potatoes and dessert. Orders must be placed in advance, no Pastor Bob Spaulding Everyone welcome
had survived more than a dozen bouts of Dutch elm disease. later than Sunday, April 18, at 6 p.m., at (440) 355-5621 or
Children of the Town of Yarmouth, Maine, named the famous by emailing [email protected]. Please leave your name,
elm “Herbie.” phone and number of meals. A 50/50 drawing will also be held. Church of Christ
“Herbie” may be gone, however, his resurrection is under- We look forward to seeing you!
Sunday Bible Study 9:30 am
way thanks to the efforts of the Liberty Tree Society. Ten years “Answering God’s Call to Grow” Sunday Worship 10:30 am & 5 pm
“Answering God’s Call to Grow”
before “Herbie” was cut down, they collected cuttings for the Free Carry-out Hot Meals 105 West Main St, LaGrange Wednesday Bible Study 7 pm
440-355-4561
purpose of continuing “Herbie’s” unique legacy. www.lagrangeumc.org 211 Forest St., LaGrange
Cloning “Herbie” was a daunting challenge. The Society Free Carryout Hot Meals will be served from St. Mary’s Services at 10am in the Family Life Center 440-355-6872
took thousands of cuttings before clones could be produced. main school building, located behind the church at 320 Mid-
The USDA also tried and admitted “they didn’t survive.” dle Avenue, in Elyria. This will take place Tuesdays, April 13,
Now, Liberty Tree Society is ready to put “Herbie” back on April 20 and April 27, from 4-5:30 p.m. When the last dinner is Your are always welcome at Hosanna Lutheran Church
“Elm Streets” across America, said John Hansel, Founder. To distributed, it may shorten the ending time. Christian Unity Church 13485 West River Rd.
date, not a single “Herbie” has been lost to Dutch elm disease, 36353 Capel Road Columbia Station
Grafton, Ohio
generating hope for his resurrection. Grief Share Pastor Neal Brock 440-236-8900
The Liberty Tree Society was established to celebrate the www.christianunitychurch.org Family Worship 9:30 a.m.
“Liberty Tree” of Boston. The roots of the “Liberty Tree” go You don’t need to go through your grieving process alone! Sunday Worship Service - 11am [email protected]
back to Plymouth, Massachusetts, when the Pilgrims arrived Grief Share is a faith based support group for those who have Wednesday Prayer Meeting - 7pm www.hosannalutheranchurch.com
in the New World seeking independence. Before they stepped lost a loved one and are looking for answers as you sort through
ashore from the Mayflower, they signed The Compact agreeing your grief. We offer support, comfort and guidance through
for the first time in history to abide by laws of their own mak- shared experiences and we encourage you to join us! We of- NORTH “Welcome Home”
ing. It is often referred to as America’s “First Constitution.” fer morning and evening groups for your convenience. Please EATON New Life
Then, 150 years later, their descendants rallied around the Lib- bring a friend if you would like! This is an in person group, so CHRISTIAN Wesleyan Church
erty Tree and organized the Revolution which set them free. masks are required and social distancing will be observed. CHURCH
To order clones of “Herbie” visit www.libertytreesociety. We meet at Christ Church, located at 23080 Royalton Rd., 11149 West River Rd.
org or contact them by email at [email protected]. in Columbia Station. Meetings are on Mondays, through May Disciples of Christ Columbia Station
17. We meet in the morinings from 10-11:30 a.m. and evenings Rt. 82 & 83
from 7-8:30 p.m. 440-748-2230 SUNDAY 10 am
For more information or to register, visit www.griefshare. Worship with us Worship & Children’s Church
org or call Christ Church at (440) 236-8282. in person 9:00 am WEDNESDAY 6:45 pm
H.E.L.P. for pets Online Bible Study
Sunday at 10 am Youth Group
H.E.L.P. (Helping Everyone’s Loving Pets) is a non-profit
organization based in Medina and has been serving pets and facebook.com/neccdisciples Rev. Steve Spaeth - Pastor
online worship details on fb
their owners in Medina County and surrounding areas since Rev. John Bodo
October of 2015. We started as a branch of People Care Pet Rev. David Chafin - Associate Pastor
Pantry, but recently went out on our own. Pastor
Our mission is to provide aid necessary for families to keep 440-236-8600
Polly Tallos
cherished pets during times of financial crisis. Ministry Assistant www.nlwesleyan.org
Our goal is to reduce owner surrenders to overtaxed shelters,
FUNERAL HOME & reduce medically unnecessary euthanasia and help honor their
responsibility to provide life-long, loving homes for their pets.
Call Tina at (216) 210-5378 if you could use some help
CREMATION SERVICES caring for your cherished pets during difficult times. We also COLUMBIA
accept donations of any/all pet related items. BAPTIST CHURCH
“Loving God; Loving Others”
LCCC SilverSneakers Classes Americon Baptist Church
25514 Royalton Road
FUNERAL HOME offered for Community 440-236-8206
2089 Columbia Road 9:15 a.m.
Valley City, OH 44280 Cremation • Monuments Lorain County Community College (LCCC) will host Sil- Sunday School
330-483-3300 Pre-paid Funerals verSneakers classes from 10:15-11 a.m. on Thursdays, through for all ages
“Understanding When April 29, at the LCCC Ewing Physical Education and Fitness 10:30 a.m.
Needed Most” 1021 Main St., Grafton Center building, room PE 105. Family Worship
www.bauerfuneralhome1943.com 440-926-2048 This class is designed to increase muscle strength and range Stairlift Access
Pre-Need Planning Available www.dukefuneralhome.com of movement and improve activities for daily living. A chair is Rev. Phil Betts
used for seated exercises and standing support and classes can
be modified depending on fitness levels. Our Lady Queen of Peace
Guests must register at the LCCC Fitness Center for the Sil-
verSneakers program first and then reserve a spot each week by Catholic Church
calling (440) 366-7652. Attendance is limited to 10 individuals.
SilverSneakers is the nation’s leading wellbeing fitness pro-
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Sun. 8:30 &
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Laubenthal -Mercado ness Center. 11:00am Tues, Thu, Fri.
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LM Abbe Road, in Elyria. “Come to me, all you who are weary
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and teens age 18 and under are invited to pick up a packaged set Honey seeks loving home
Golf Outing of ingredients and a recipe to share with their family. shelter there by her owner.
Musical Toolbox (on Zoom) - Saturdays, April 17 and May
22, from 11-11:45 a.m. Designed for children with special She’s about 5-7 pounds over-
The Carlisle V.F.W. Post #6273 is sponsoring a Golf Outing needs and their families, this fun and engaging virtual music
on Saturday, May 22, at Carlisle Golf Course on Slife Rd., in program is conducted by a board certified music therapist from weight, which could come
off easily with some good
Grafton. Proceeds from the golf outing will go to the Carlisle MTEC, the Music Therapy Enrichment Center. Please register walks outside. She is great
Township Veterans Memorial building fund. It will be a 4-man once as a family, not each individual, and include your email with other dogs and should
scramble with a steak dinner to follow at the V.F.W. Cost is address so that Zoom invitations can be sent. Preregistration be fine with older, respectful
$240. required. children. We were told she
For more information or forms, contact Ray Hildebrandt at Zoom Cookbook Discussion: “Lorain Eats: A Collection of
(440) 458-5814 or the Post at (440) 323-5315. All fund trans- Ethnically Inspired and Family Favorite Recipes” - Tuesday, was surrendered because she
doesn’t like cats, but based
actions take place at V.F.W. Post #6273, 42369 Oberlin-Elyria April 20, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. If you love to read, cook, learn on her personality, we don’t
Rd., Elyria, prior to May 1, 2021. and share recipes, this group is for you. Join us via Zoom to dis- know that that is accurate.
Free Carry-out Hot Meals cuss and feel free to virtually “share” a dish from the month’s Honey is housetrained and
selected cookbook. Hosts will be logging in from the Culinary
will make a wonderful com-
Free Carry-out Hot Meals will be served from St. Mary’s Literacy Center at the Main Library. Preregistration required. Honey panion. Honey is very sweet
Cooking with Charlie for Kids (on Facebook) - Wednes-
main school building, located behind the church at 320 Middle day, April 21, at 10 a.m. We use our portable Charlie Cart kitch- Honey is a 5-year old fe- and a very laid back girl. She
Avenue, in Elyria. This will take place Tuesdays, April 13, 20 en to demonstrate how to make kid friendly snacks! male, purebred Beagle. She walks well on her leash. A
and 27, from 4-5:30 p.m. When the last dinner is distributed, it There’s Something Strange in Ohio - Unusual Tales (on weighs 45 lbs. and is spay, fenced in yard is required due
may shorten the ending time. Zoom) - Wednesday, April 21, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Explore the and will have her vaccines to her breed and the fact that
on April 12. Honey came
her “Beagle” nose is always
LPLS events strange and unusual side of Ohio tales of the mysterious, the into rescue with Hartman’s working. To meet Honey,
odd. See what historical facts are too strange to be false and
Hounds from Southern Ohio
call Peggy with Hartman’s
after being surrendered to a
Lorain Public Library System will resume offering passport what is just an urban legend. Preregistration required. 3.5” x 2” Hounds at (440) 452-1619.
3.5” x 2”
services at our Avon and North Ridgeville Branches on April 1. Whodunnit? - Virtual Murder Mystery (on Zoom) - Thurs-
Photo services will not be available. Please visit the webpage day, April 22, from 6:30-8 p.m. Join us virtually for a chill-
Amanda Hamilton
for further information at https://www.lorainpubliclibrary.org/ ing evening of National Library Week intrigue as we solve a Amanda Hamilton
using-the-library/passport-services. mystery together. Attendees have a chance to play key roles. Financial Advisor
Financial Advisor
Finding a Job Online: Getting Started (Zoom) - Tuesday, Please register by 4/18. Be sure to add your email address as
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April 13, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Join us for a virtual program to instructions and a Zoom link will be sent out prior to the event. 10247 Dewhurst Rd Ste 104
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kick start your online job search! We’ll cover the basics and Preregistration required. Elyria, OH 44035
440-366-0452
then also tell you how you can get free professional clothes. Shred Day - Saturday, April 24, from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Co- 440-366-0452
Preregistration required. lumbia Branch. Bring your sensitive documents such as tax
LPLS Zoom Book Discussion – “The Wright Brothers,” forms and medical records to be shredded onsite in the library
by David McCullough - Wednesday, April 14, from 6:30-7:30 parking lot. Each household may bring up to five standard size
p.m. Connect with other readers to discuss great books via copier paper boxes or five grocery size bags of documents. Sta-
Zoom. Preregistration required. ples and paper clips are fine, but no binder clips, binders, spiral
Virtual Teen Trivia Night Star Wars (on Zoom) - Thursday, bound notebooks, other metal objects, batteries or electronics. edwardjones.com
edwardjones.com
April 15, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Do you know how many parsecs This free event is co-sponsored by the Friends of the Columbia
Han Solo completed the Kessel Run? Or which actor has ap- Library, Inc. MKT-5894K-A
MKT-5894K-A
peared in every one of the main films to date? Join us for a few To join any of our Facebook programs, visit us at https://
fun rounds of Quarren questions and Bothan brainteasers as we www.facebook.com/LorainPublicLibrarySystem.
travel to a galaxy far, far away! Test your Star Wars knowledge Patrons can register for programs offered on Zoom at
with and against your friends, individually or as part of a team. https://www.lorainpubliclibrary.org/events. Registrants are
Preregistration required. asked to include their email addresses so that Zoom invitations
Story Time in the Woods (North Ridgeville) - Tuesdays, can be sent for the event.
April 20 and May 4 & 18, from 6:30-7 p.m. Offered in Pavil-
ion 2 at South Central Park, 7565 Avon Belden Road. Music,
movement activities and play will accompany nature themed
stories. Dress for the weather and bring a blanket. In case of 2021 EMERGENCY RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
inclement weather, this event will be canceled. Please note:
Please register all attendees, including adults and caregivers.
All attendees over the age of two are required to wear a mask.
Preregistration required. BEHIND on
Food Friday - Dining on a Dime (on Facebook) - Friday,
April 16, from 3-4 p.m. You can make amazing and delicious RENTAL ASSISTANCE
diets on a budget. We will be recording from the Culinary Liter- RENT, FACING Up to 12 months of
acy Center at the Main Library. Preregistration required. Assistance
Food and Fun - Saturdays, April 17 & 24, at 11 a.m. Main
Library, South Lorain Branch and Domonkas Branch. Children EVICTION, UTILITY ASSISTANCE
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42485 North Ridge Rd.
Stay safe and be kind! Elyria, OH 44035
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Understanding probiotics Evaluating seniors’
Bodily bacteria outnumber body cells by 10 to one, offers
the health and wellness resource Healthline. Most of the bacte- biggest expenses
ria in the body are harmless, and many of them in the gut actu-
ally are linked to numerous health benefits, such as weight loss,
enhanced immune function, reduced risk of disease, and im- New parents may not be able to visualize that one day their
proved digestion. Unfortunately, bad bacteria also vie for space largest expenditures won’t be centralized around providing
in the gut. If the good bacteria and yeasts, or probiotics, are not necessities for their children. Adults go though many years of
in abundance to push out the bad bacteria, like salmonella and paying for diapers, toys, clothing, food, and education for their
E. coli, those bad bugs can proliferate, causing problems. It is children. Yet, when the children have flown the coop, spending
essential to keep an abundance of probiotics available to stay patterns change, and even more changes await come retirement.
healthy and maintain the “good vs. bad” balance in the gut. According to a 2020 survey from the financial services firm
Getting probiotics Edward Jones, 68 percent of workers soon to retire said they
had no idea how much they should be setting aside for expens-
While the body can be healthy without the addition of pro-
Feel your best starting biotics, having more can be beneficial. The Cleveland Clinic es, particularly health care and long-term care. Professionals
approaching retirement would be wise to analyze the Consumer
with your stomach says that food and supplements containing probiotics assist the Price Index - Elderly (CPI-E). It is a good reference to estimate
good bacteria already present in your gut. When a course of
antibiotics wipes out both good and bad bacteria, for example, which future expenses will cost the most after retirement. The
probiotic-rich foods and supplements can more readily replace Bureau of Labor Statistics looks at consumer spending and uses
what’s lost. various data to determine the rate of inflation in key areas that
Dietary sources of probiotics include some yogurts, chees- apply to older adults starting at age 62.
es, kefir, sauerkraut, miso, kimchi, pickles, and beverages like Individuals may be surprised to learn about where they’ll be
kombucha, a fermented tea. Getting probiotics from foods is spending the bulk of their money when they get older. Here’s a
the most natural way to supplement good gut bacteria, as the look at some key categories.
foods meld with the probiotics in ways that doctors may never • Housing: According to data from the Employee Benefit
understand to deliver the most benefits. Research Institute, in 2017, the most recent year for which data
The downside is it’s impossible to measure just how many is available, housing accounted for roughly 49 percent of all
probiotics can be acquired from foods. That is what makes sup- spending for seniors. Focus should be centered on lowering
plementation so handy. Capsules and tablets are loaded with those costs when a fixed income is imminent. The possibilities
a variety of different active bacteria and yeast cultures to aid include paying off a mortgage; downsizing a home to have a
the digestive system in measurable ratios. Some tout anywhere lower rent or mortgage payment; refinancing a home to a fixed-
from one to 30 billion active colony-forming units (CFUs) per rate loan so that costs are predictable; and taking on a tenant to
serving. offset costs.
Side effects • Food: The cost of food will not change dramatically, but
Yogurt is a dietary source of probiotics, healthy bacteria and Probiotics are generally healthy for people to consume in it can eat into your budget. Even though food costs may de-
cline when there’s only two mouths to feed, food and beverage
yeasts that may improve overall health. amounts found in foods, advises the Mayo Clinic. Most healthy spending may go up due to more leisure time and dining out.
Did you know that they key to personal health may begin in adults can safely add foods or dietary supplements that contain Utilize senior discounts by shopping on days when stores offer
the core of the body? Doctors and researchers are learning more probiotics to their diets. Introducing probiotics may cause tem- percentages off purchases. Save money on restaurant spending
and more about how the immune system and other functions of porary and mild flatulence, discomfort and bloating. by eating out at lunch instead of dinner, splitting plates or skip-
the body are tied to microscopic players housed in the stomach Probiotics can be yet another tool to improve overall health ping appetizers.
and intestines. Improving this digestive environment can bene- at any age, but especially for adults looking to minimize illness • Healthcare: Experts warn that while many expenses de-
fit the body in various ways. risk. cline in retirement, health care spending increases. According
Did you to Fidelity, the average 65-year-old couple retiring in 2020 in
the United States needed roughly $295,000 just to cover their
know? retirement health care expenses. Those with family histories of
severe illnesses or those with preexisting conditions will need
even more. It’s also important to realize that roughly half of
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Pineapple Rocket Salad How often to see the doctor

Routine health checkups are a key part of staying healthy.
Older adults may feel like they’re always visiting one doctor
or another. But what is an acceptable frequency for doctor
appointments?
The answer isn’t always so cut and dry, and many health
professionals have mixed feelings even among themselves
over the magic number. The Centers for Disease Control
and Prevention recommends adults over the age of 65 visit
the doctor more than twice as often as 18- to 44-year-olds.
According to Paul Takahashi, a physician at the Mayo Clin-
ic in Rochester, Minn., adults should see their primary care
physicians at least once a year to make sure diseases are be-
ing properly managed and to stay current on preventative
screenings.
Visiting the doctor more frequently does not necessarily
add up to better health, and it actually can do the opposite.
Dr. Peter Abadir, an associate professor of medicine at the
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, says frequent
visits to health facilties where sick people congregate puts
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For more information about Main Street Lorain, visit www. Donnie seeks loving home
Red Cross Blood Drive facebook.com/mainstreetlorain. kids, but he’ll try to take food
SWCD Scholarship available from younger children. He’s
The Red Cross continues to urge healthy individuals, espe- great with cats and good with
cially those with type O blood, to give blood to ensure hospitals The Joel McRoberts Memorial Scholarship is offered by the other dogs when properly in-
can meet patient needs. Schedule a donation appointment by Lorain SWCD in the amount of $1,000. High school seniors troduced. He walks great on
downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting Red- (Lorain County residents) who enroll in an agricultural or nat- his leash and loves to talk to
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Lorain County your high school guidance counselor or by calling the office. ing more than to climb up in
Avon - April 16, from 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Richard E. Jacobs Donnie your lap and cuddle. Donnie
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Spring is certainly in bloom for Main Street Lorain as the
group received notification that as of March 30, 2021, they are
officially a 501(c )3 organization.
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Hernon, President of Main Street Lorain. “It gives us more op-
portunities for funding to do more of the things we want to do
for downtown Lorain and its business owners, residents and
visitors. It’s a game changer.”
Additionally, the group announced the hiring of Lorain na-
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[email protected] the Lions are unable to hold this raffle as planned, the tickets by OUPS and work on the backstop repair should commence
will be drawn live on Facebook on September 11 at noon. within 2 weeks. Conrad submitted a repair estimate from
Library Friends Accepting munity. For tickets, call Ann at (440) 315-4278; if no answer, Crossroads for the Town Hall parking lot to FO Denes who
Please support the Lions in their efforts to support the com-
will hold awaiting a second estimate. Conrad reported that the
Book Donations please leave a message and your call will be returned. three Trustees, along with Shaun Duffala & Steve Adams of the
LC Engineer’s office, drove the township roads. Short Rd. from
The Friends Of Epls Keystone, formerly known as The Foster Rd. east to the County Line is in need of chip & sealing
and will be added to the county’s C & S program for 2021. No
Friends Of The Keystone-Lagrange Community Library, are Penfield Twp. Trustees pre-repair work is needed. Conrad reported on discussion of
now accepting donations through October 31. They are ac- future OPWC Issue 2 joint project with LaGrange. The Engi-
cepting donations of gently used books, DVDs, CDs, records, neers advised splitting the project. Conrad advised that Pen-
games and puzzles for their yearly book sale to be held in No- The March 16 regular meeting of the Penfield Township field would handle the grant application. Conrad questioned
vember. You can bring your items to the IGA bookshelf, Mi- Trustees was called to order at 7:30 p.m. All officers were pres- Johnson and Flynn about their availability for a final walk thru
chelle’s Café, the First Baptist Church in LaGrange, LaGrange ent and six guests attended the meeting. with James Myers of Computer Systems Unlimited on Friday
United Methodist Church and the Village building lobby (the The minutes of the previous meeting were read & approved. at 1:30 p.m. A hearing date of April 6 was set for the proposed
old school building). They will be holding a donation drop-off A motion passed to approve Vouchers #13384 thru 13392 and changes to the Zoning Resolution. Attendance at the LCPH dis-
day on April 24, from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the Village building. PO #31-2021. trict’s annual meeting on 3/31 at LCCC was discussed.
You can bring your gently used items and drop them off in a Resolution #21-003 to join the ODOT Winter Salt Contract With no additional business to discuss, the meeting was ad-
drive-through fashion. Note: no encyclopedias, cassette tapes 018-22 was read and approved. Resolution #21-004 to join the journed at 8:29 p.m.
or national geographic magazines accepted. LC Engineer’s Chip & Seal program was also read and ap-
Keystone teacher retires proved. Audubon Society seeking new
Fiscal Officer Denes read the correspondence, which includ-
ed a letter from the LC Engineer’s office regarding pavement Board Members
at Keystone the most. I feel specs put in place by townships 20 years ago. Any discussion
they are the heart and soul of on this matter was tabled until after the 3/18 LCTA, where this Black River Audubon Society (BRAS), which serves the
the school. I know our school issue is to be discussed. Denes reported that Casey Spatafore Lorain County area, is seeking passionate and energetic board
has the best students because of GS Troop # 50326 is interested in redoing Baseball Field #4 members to help protect all wildlife and their habitats through
I subbed at many places prior for her Girl Scout Gold Award. She will present her proposal science, education, advocacy and conservation.
to working here.” She adds, to the Trustees. The BRAS board, which meets every other month, provides
“My immediate plans are to Zoning Inspector Brett Linden discussed the Country Lawn nature speakers, conservation programming, wildlife field trips
shut off the alarm clock, trav- Care quote and advised that pricing was in line and with our and other opportunities to its members and the community.
el, paint my kitchen and other established relationship he recommended hiring them for 2021. Some of the specific skills that we are looking to add to our
household projects that never Linden reported on permits in progress as well as nuisance board include first and foremost a passion for birds and con-
seem to get done. I love to property follow up. servation, some knowledge in fund-raising and event planning.
sew, swim and craft a little.” Resident Reed questioned the zoning board meetings inclu- Also strong community connections and previous nonprofit or
April Asbury, Diane’s co- sion on the township website. board experience is helpful.
worker and Keystone’s Head Recreation Board Treasurer Keri Gordon requested the use If interested, please contact [email protected]
KeyCare Monitor will greatly of the Community Room & the Town Hall for their 5/1 Craft or send a text to (440) 610-8626 for a Black River Audubon
miss Diane. April states, “We show from 10-3. Discussion was held and the Trustees decided
Diane Kline have always appreciated Di- to amend the Policy Manual to allow the Recreation Board the Society Board Member Application.
Congratulations to Diane ane’s smiling face and the fun use of the facilities, dependent upon availability. BRAS welcomes applicants of all races, ethnicities, reli-
Kline on her retirement from times and laughs that we had Hall Coordinator Theresa Seman reported that the Horen- gions, nationalities, genders, sexual orientations, ages and abil-
the Keystone School District! while working together. It cy wedding party donated a lit, decorated wedding arch to the ities.
Diane has been a part of our was a pleasure to have her on Township if desired. The Trustees accepted the donation.
KeyCare staff for the past 12 our team helping take care of Trustee Flynn reported on the Recreation Board meeting.
years and has worked for an the kiddos we have had over He advised that ODOT salt contract 018-21 has been finalized
impressive 30 years in the the years here at Keystone. and all salt delivered. Flynn made plans for him and Trustee
education industry. Prior to Have lots fun and enjoy this Johnson to replace the stop ahead sign on Jones Rd. on Thurs- VALLEY CITY
her 12 years of employment next chapter in your life Di- day. He advised that WFD Fiscal Officer Sarah Poling, in
at Keystone, she worked at ane!” her capacity as LCOOA southern satellite office coordinator, VISION CENTER
the Cuyahoga Valley Career Congratulations Diane is looking for a list of possible contractors to plow driveways
Center and was a substitute and thank you for your exem- for their clients. Trustees will work to provide same. Memo- FAMILY VISION
for many school districts. plary years of service at Key- rial Day plans were discussed and Trustee Flynn will confirm CENTER
Of her time here, Diane stone Local Schools. Nathan Littleton as speaker. FO Denes will contact Keystone
states, “I will miss the kids Band Director Brett Benzin and will also pursue grant from the 6621 Center Road
LC Commissioners.
Lions Club Gun Raffle tions for shut-ins and asked if anyone had received any info Valley City
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will be available for purchase. There will be cash door prizes field. He was told that this was not financially feasible due to FULL LINE OF PRESCRIPTIONS
and additional raffles: 50/50, meat, sports equipment, a trivia the cost of transmitting power to the grid. Trustee Flynn stated GLASSES WELCOME
that Jaren Thompson, zoning commission member, would like
contest and more. There will be an early bird drawing on May to see that board address solar field zoning. Conrad followed up
11, at 7 p.m. live on Facebook. 1st prize - 6 gun raffle tickets, with Elyria Fence and was advised that field has been marked Hours: Mon & Thurs 9-7; Tues & Fri 9-5, Sat 8:30-Noon
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for $100 (all 6 tickets must be in the same name). A ticket is
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· Failing to mulch to the drip line: The drip line of a tree
How to add shade to a Mulching mistakes to refers to the outermost circumference of the tree’s can-
opy from which water drips onto the ground. The VCE
deck or patio avoid recommends mulching to the drip line of a plant or tree,
which ensures the plant or tree will get the most out of the
mulch. Mulching to the drip line also minimizes competi-
Landscape features vary significantly from house to tion from the grass, leading to stronger plants and trees.
house. Some homeowners may prefer water features on · Failing to weed before mulching: Weeds should be
their properties, while others focus on flowers that would removed prior to mulching. If they’re not, the mulch can
be the envy of a botanical garden. Regardless of those provide the same growing environment for weeds that
preferences, lawn and garden enthusiasts who want to you’re trying to create for your plants and trees.
make their properties as idyllic as possible may eventual- Mulching benefits a landscape in myriad ways, espe-
ly look to mulch to help them accomplish that goal. cially when homeowners avoid some common mulching
Mulch helps soil retain moisture, which promotes mistakes.
strong, healthy flowers, plants, trees, and shrubs. And be-
cause soil beneath mulch retains more moisture than soil
that’s not protected by mulch, homeowners won’t have 5 outdoor projects that
to spend as much time watering mulched landscapes.
That saves time and conserves water, which can be a add value
big benefit in areas prone to drought and/or especially
Homeowners eagerly await the arrival of the warm hot summers. Mulch also helps to suppress weed growth, Exterior renovations can enhance the appearance of
weather so they can cast off the remnants of cabin fever which can ensure all that hard work needed to create an a property and make it more enjoyable for homeown-
and bask in the sunshine. However, as summer nears its eye-catching garden won’t be compromised by the pres- ers. Certain renovations have the potential to add value
dog days, the same sun homeowners once coveted can ence of unsightly, thirsty weeds. to a home, while others may do the opposite. Learning
contribute to uncomfortable conditions in outdoor enter- Mulching seems like a simple task, and it can be. But which one have the largest return on investment can help
taining spaces. that does not mean homeowners cannot make mistakes homeowners select features that will have the most pos-
Meteorologists at WHAS11 in Kentucky took to their when mulching. The following are some common mulch- itive impact.
neighborhoods in July 2020 to test just how hot surfac- ing mistakes to avoid as lawn and garden season hits full Curb appeal goes a long way toward attracting potential
es can get in the sun during peak daytime temperatures. swing. buyers. According to the National Association of Realtors,
Concrete sitting in the sun almost all day reached a tem- · Not enough mulch: Mulch is ineffective when spread first impressions of a property have a strong influence on
perature of 134.7 F, while the same concrete in the shade too thin. The Virginia Cooperative Extension at Virginia buyers. Landscaping and external features can do much
clocked in at just under 80 F. When air temperatures are Tech and Virginia State University recommends applying to influence such impressions. .
around 90 F, unshaded concrete and asphalt can be 125 mulch no less than two inches in depth. Anything less · Lawn care program: Investing in a lawn care program
F and 140 F, respectively. While wood decking may not than that will prove ineffective at preventing weed growth that consists of fertilizer and weed control application and
be as hot as asphalt and concrete, it still can get steamy and helping the soil retain moisture, and that means you can be transferred over to a subsequent home owner is
underfoot. will need to water more often. an attractive feature. NAR says such a care program can
Homeowners who want to be able to enjoy their out- · Poorly located mulch: Mulch should not be placed too recover $1,000 in value of the $330 average cost, or a
door spaces in an array of temperatures can think about close to plant stems or tree trunks. When it is, tissue is 303 percent ROI.
investing in shade solutions. Sun-blocking ideas like aw- so wet that it makes for a perfect environment for disease · Low-maintenance lifestyle: When choosing materials
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for projects, those that offer low-maintenance benefits any work. This can be accomplished by switching off the
can be preferential. These include low-maintenance patio circuit breaker in the main service panel. Similarly, when can create with a custom-built home, but the size and
materials, composite decking, vinyl fencing, and inorgan- working on appliances or lamps, make sure the products quality of your lot do impose restrictions. While you don’t
ic mulched beds. are unplugged prior to working on them. need to have everything decided when you purchase
· Fire pit: A fire pit can be used for much of the year. · Do not touch plumbing or gas pipes when doing elec- the property, make sure you have a general idea of what
In the spring and summer, the firepit is a great place to trical work. The experts at the Indiana Electric Coopera- you need - your architect can help with this. Also, double
congregate to roast marshmallows or sip wine and gaze tive note that the risk for electrocution is significant when check zoning laws, so you don’t wind up not being able to
into the fire. In the fall, the fire pit can make for a cozy re- water comes in contact with electricity. It’s imperative that build your dream three-story home on a residential street
treat. A fire pit that has a gas burner is low-maintenance, homeowners do not touch plumbing and gas pipes when that only allows bungalows.
and the National Association of Landscape Professionals performing a DIY electrical project. Professionals know Consider your lifestyle. What kind of lifestyle do you
says that most can recoup about $4,000 of their $6,000 how to work around such pipes while minimizing their want to live? What’s important to you? From bigger el-
average price tag. risk for electric shock or worse, and homeowners must ements like smart home automation and sustainability
· Softscaping: Hardscaping refers to structures like out- familiarize themselves with the techniques professionals to smaller considerations like storage and organization,
door kitchens or decks. Softscaping involves the living rely on to stay safe if they intend to begin DIY electrical think of these things when designing the layout and built-
elements of the landscape. Hiring a landscape designer projects. in elements. For example, if you hate shoveling, now is
to install trees, shrubs, natural edging, and rock elements Homeowners are best served by leaving electrical work the opportunity to make sure you have the shortest drive-
can do wonders toward improving the look and value of to the professionals. However, those who insist on doing way possible.
a home. such work themselves should do their homework and get Build for the future. Your needs and wants right now are
· Pool or water feature: In certain markets, particularly to know their systems and safety protocols prior to begin- at the top of your mind, but a custom home is a significant
hot climates, a pool or another water feature is a must- ning a project. investment in time, money and energy. It’s also likely you
have. However, in other areas where outdoor time is lim- want this to be your forever home, so it’s a smart idea to
ited, a pool or water feature can actually lower the value build for tomorrow. Think about how your family will evolve
of a home. Speaking with a real estate professional can How to design your dream and what your future needs will be. Consider building ma-
give homeowners an idea of how a pool will fare in a giv- terials that are designed to stand the test of time, like in-
en neighborhood. custom-built home sulated concrete forms. This alternative to wood framing
Outdoor improvements can improve the marketability is a greener option and offers disaster resilience against
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Home improvement projects can help homeowners
transform their homes. Such projects are costly, but many
homeowners save money by doing some, if not all, of the
work themselves.
The Electrical Safety Foundation International, a non-
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ty, recommends that homeowners leave electrical work to
the professionals. Licensed electricians are well-trained,
whereas homeowners may not be skilled enough to avoid
accidents or injuries, which can prove fatal when working
with electricity.
Homeowners who take the do-it-yourself route with
electrical work should consider these safety tips, courtesy
of the ESFI, before beginning a home electrical project.
· Learn your home electrical system. Home electrical
systems may include power lines, electric meters, service
panels, subpanels, wiring, and more. These systems are
complex, and homeowners who intend to do some DIY
electrical work should familiarize themselves with their
home electrical systems prior to beginning any work. The
ESFI notes that knowledge of their home electrical sys-
tems can help homeowners more safely navigate them
and make maintenance easier.
· Honestly assess your skills. An honest assessment of
skills is absolutely necessary prior to working on an elec-
trical system. According to the National Safety Council,
injuries relating to electrical incidents typically fall into one
of four categories: electrical shock, electrocution, falls,
and burns. Each of these injuries is significant. For exam-
ple, electric shock, which occurs when electrical current
passes over or through a person’s body, involves burns,
abnormal heart rhythm and unconsciousness. Given the
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Figuring out the best solution to build your home can the Energy Guide® label on each unit, and the higher the offers unbiased reviews on various window brands and
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do your research first. Consider your local builder versus Home air conditioning systems are costly. But the right 5. Prepare for installation. Clear pathways, remove win-
a big box builder as well. choice of unit can keep homes cool without costing home- dow treatments and disconnect window alarm systems.
A buyer’s guide to home owners a fortune in energy costs. Plan for one to two days of installation, advises Andersen
Windows and Doors. Keep pets and children away from
air conditioning systems 5 tips to prepare for work areas.
Replacement windows can be a smart investment.
Few experiences provide as much relief as walking into window replacement New windows can improve the look of a home, reduce
heating costs and can keep interior spaces comfortable.
a cool room on a hot summer day. Air conditioning sys-
tems make such experiences possible, and homeowners’ Spring is here and with the recent stimulus money
decision in regard to which one to install in their homes many homeowners are looking to put money into their
is significant. home to make it more effiecient. Consider your windows
Homeowners may not know where to begin in regard for an example. Drafts from doors, poorly protected attics
to finding the right air conditioning system for their home. and basements and aging windows may force heating
According to the Air-Conditioning, Heating, & Refrigera- and cooling systems to work extra hard to maintain in-
tion Institute, the best systems provide steady, depend- terior temperatures. Replacing old windows can make a
able performance for many years when sized correctly for home quieter by blocking out exterior noises. Consumer
the home. Correct installation and routine maintenance Reports also notes that new windows are often easier to
also can ensure homeowners’ air conditioning systems clean and maintain than older varieties.
withstand the test of time. Many homeowners are interested in replacing their
How do I know which size is best? windows, but may not know where to start. These guide-
When shopping for new air conditioning systems, lines can help the process along.
homeowners must consider a host of factors to ensure 1. Get several estimates. Ask for recommendations
they get the best match. The AHRI notes that the home’s from neighbors or other people in your area on which
age, the number and quality of its windows, how well it’s companies they used to install their replacement win-
insulated, the number of stories it has, and its square dows. When you interview the prospects, ask several
footage are among the factors to consider. Homeowners questions about how they go about installing the win-
can benefit from working with trained technicians who dows. Questions can include: How long will the project
can investigate each of these factors and recommend the take?; Will I need to remain home during the process?;
correct system. The AHRI recommends homeowners ask Do you discard of old debris?; What is the protocol for
their technicians to perform a Manual J analysis, which is installation during inclement weather?
a standardized formula that can help homeowners get the 2. Research permits. Most home renovation projects
perfect system for their homes. need to be approved by the local municipality. Go to the
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purchasing a new air conditioner for a home. Energy of the project. After the project is completed, an inspector
rates vary depending on where a person lives, but rates will come by and ensure the work was done according to
remain pretty high across the board. The Energy Infor- code.
mation Association notes that residential electricity rates 3. Change up the appearance. Look at the type of
increased throughout the United States by about 15 per- hardware you have around the home and other fixtures.
cent between 2009 and 2019. An energy-efficient unit can Choose windows that have locks or latches that can
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[email protected] McConnell Meats & Farm Market Wellington Parade of Flags

Wellington Kiwanis Pancake Day now open for business
Wellington Parade of Flags is sponsored by the Wellington
Wellington Kiwanis Club’s annual Pancake Day is usually Kiwanis Club.Help create a community of red, white and blue!
one of the community’s rites of winter. Because of the pandem- Join the parade of flags in your neighborhood.
ic, the club’s tradition will continue in 2021, but will instead be The Parade of Flags are great for gifting! Wellington Ki-
held as a spring drive-through event. wanis will provide, install, remove and properly store the flag
Their annual Pancake Day will be held on Friday, April 16, for the following holidays: Memorial Day, Flag Day (6/14),
as a drive-through event at the First Congregational Church, Independence Day (7/4), Patriot Day (9/11) and Veterans Day
located at 140 S. Main St., from 7 a.m.-1:30 p.m. and reopen (11/11). Cost is $30 per calendar year and all profits support the
from 4-7 p.m. community and its playgrounds.
Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the Main St. Wel- Make your $30 check payable to Wellington Kiwanis Club
lington office, 118 W. Herrick Ave.; Bremke Insurance, 104 S. and send information to Wellington Kiwanis Club c/o PO Box
Main St.; Fifth-Third Bank, 161 E. Herrick Ave.; or the Office 72, Wellington, OH 44090. Please include your name, address
on Aging on the third floor of the Town Hall. Meals for children and contact phone number.
age 8 and under will cost $3. Flags are placed usually a day before and taken down a few
Tickets also can be purchased in advance through the club’s days past. Flags must be placed in the yard - Wellington will
website at www.wellingtonohkiwanis.org. not allow them to be placed on the tree lawn.
Proceeds support Wellington Kiwanis’ service leadership If no lighting is available, flags can be brought inside at
programs – the Wellington High School Key Club, McCormick night and replaced in the morning.
Middle School’s Builders Club and Westwood Elementary For more information, call Jennifer Post, at (330) 607-2112
School’s K-Kids. Proceeds also help support Kiwanis’ schol- or email [email protected].
arship program and the club’s newest effort, raising funds for
community playground equipment. The much anticipated family owned McConnell Meats & Farm Mar- Football grant recipients
Wellington Kiwanis is celebrating its 97th year. The club ket opens in Oberlin/Pittsfield area.
currently holds virtual meetings at 12 p.m. on the first and third “We know that food grown on healthy land with healthy
Thursdays of the month. The link to the meeting can be found farmers is healthy food. We act as stewards of this land, car- The Impact Youth Cleveland Bearcats Football & Cheer
on the club’s Facebook page. ing for its health to support yours. Our farmers grew up on program and Wellington High School Dukes have been named
2021 recipients of the Leo Murphy Field & Equipment Grant,
Herrick Memorial Library the land of CLA Angus in Angus tradition. We are proud to the Cleveland Touchdown Club Charities (CTCC) announced
be 4th generation, growing food that feeds your families,” said
on April 1. The Field & Equipment Grant, named after the late
Lori McConnell. Lori and husband Eric are owners of a brand longtime Cleveland Browns trainer and Honorary Lifetime
Drop Everything and Read! - April 1-24: April is the month new meat and farm market place, located at 15788 State Route
that libraries are celebrated. The Herrick Memorial Library 58, in Oberlin. The market is on McConnell farmland and is a Member of CTCC Leo Murphy, is awarded annually to youth
football programs in the Greater Cleveland area. Impact Youth
staff is hosting a virtual “Drop Everything and Read” program “farm to table” operation. Even most of the feed and grain fed will receive $3,000 while Wellington will receive $2,000 to
for adults, 18 and up. Check out items between April 1-24 to to the animals is grown on McConnell land. The family owned assist with securing the proper equipment and resources they
enter the virtual drawing for a fun prize. Before returning your farm has been in operation since 1948. need to play the game of football safely.
checked out items, send an email to [email protected] “Our beef is superior and dry aged to perfection, and our Wellington High School is a member of the Lorain County
with ‘April drawing’ in the subject field. The email should con- Berkshire Pork is a cut above the rest,” says Steve Shinsky, League and serves youth players in grades 7-12 through four
tain your name, phone number and the titles of the books you General Manager. football programs. The Dukes varsity program finished 3-6 in
have read. All materials must be borrowed using your Herrick “The beef is 100% Angus - Angus refers to beef that comes 2020 and is coached by Rob Howells. “On behalf of the Wel-
Memorial Library card between the given dates, either in per- from the Aberdeen Angus cow and is popular among farmers lington Dukes football team, I would like to express my grat-
son, curbside pick-up or digitally using the Ohio Digital Li- thanks to its ability to produce meat with a higher marbling itude to Cleveland Touchdown Club Charities for supporting
brary (OverDrive) or its ‘Libby’ App. content making it tender and juicy,” adds Steve. schools like ours,” John Bowman, Athletic Director, stated.
Spring Story Times - It is not too late to join our virtual Keeping it local is important to the McConnells, so most of
children’s spring story times. These videos are for families what they sell comes from local farms. Aside from the large “The Leo Murphy Field & Equipment Grant will go a long way
to making the football experiences better for our students.”
with children, ages 2-6, and for infants and toddlers, 2-years selection of home grown meat products, they offer Hartzler Congratulations!
of age. Call the Herrick Memorial Library to register and make dairy products, Akers honey, Dvorak’s Ohio Maple Syrup,
arrangements to pick up your weekly story packets either in Terrapin Ridge sauces and dips, BJ Gourmet Garlic products, WELLINGTON CONTINUED ON PAGE 18
person or through our curbside service. Each weeks’ video link Tammy Mae Chocolates, Schlessman Seed Co. popcorn and
will be posted on our website. Also, watch for our children’s much more. They have a full-service deli and fresh hand-made
‘food crafting’ video links. sandwiches prepared with Boar’s Head deli meat by former
Library Board Meeting - The Herrick Memorial Library Mr. Hero Chef, Jim Cox. They also offer custom processing
Board of Trustees will hold their regular monthly board meet- and local produce and sweet corn in season. Coming soon is
ing virtually via TeamLink on Tuesday, April 13 at 10:30 a.m. fresh made Beef Jerky, Smokies, snack sticks and various other
The meeting link will be posted on the Library’s website on smoked products. Also available are fresh home grown eggs.
Monday, April 12. This meeting is open to the public. Their hours are Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. and Saturday
Wellington Writer’s Group - Even though the writer’s group from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. You can reach them at (440) 775-Farm or
is not open to new members at the moment (due to the library mcconnellmeatsandfarmmarket.com.
still being unavailable as a meeting place), be sure you check Bag Lady Tour participants are invited to stop by for free
out their website blog at www.wellingtonwriters.com. New sto- samples of their many varieties of homemade sausage and
ries are added each month and are free to read. while there, pick up a fresh sandwich and salad from their deli
Wellington Class of 2034 for lunch. They are easy to locate on Route 58 between Route
20 and Route 303.
Kindergarten Screening was in full swing this week for the
future Dukes in the Wellington Village Schools. Westwood El-
ementary School staff screened approximately 55 students over FIRST WEEKEND BAG LADY TOUR 2021 SECOND WEEKEND
a two-day period at the Lorain County Community College April 23, April 30,
(LCCC) Wellington Center. Friday • 10 am-5 pm Friday • 10 am-5 pm
If your child is going to be 6-years-old for the next school April 24 A Drive Yourself Adventure! May 1
year and you have not registered him or her yet, now is a great Saturday • 10 am-5 pm Choose where you would like to start the tour. Saturday • 10 am-5 pm
time to call Westwood Elementary School at (440) 647-3636. April 25 Look for the Tour Flag May 2
Sunday • 12 pm-5 pm Sunday • 12 pm-5 pm
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WELLINGTON NEWS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 17 Big Tree Contest Equip your home with a sump
Bag Lady Tour The Lorain Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) is pump and backup battery
excited to announce the sixth annual Lorain County Big Tree
Once again, it is time for the annual Bag Lady Tour for Contest! This voluntary contest promotes the beauty and ben- In 2012, hundreds of miles of coastline along the north-
2021. Join us for our drive-yourself shopping adventure in the efits provided by our county’s biggest and oldest trees. This eastern United States were battered and decimated due to
beautiful countryside of Northern Ohio. Our tour dates are Fri- year our featured tree species is the Black Walnut (Juglans Nig- Hurricane Sandy. More than a year later, many homeowners
day, Saturday & Sunday, April 23, 24, 25 and April 30 and May ra). Participants can nominate what they believe might be the were still dealing with the consequences of the devastating
1, 2, Tour hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday and Saturday, and largest Black Walnut in Lorain County. Our district technician storm.
12-5 p.m. on Sunday both weekends. Join the fun visiting our will verify the measurements of each nominated tree using the Hurricane Sandy illustrated just how destructive water can
participating shops in Oberlin, Wellington, Nova, New Lon- ODNR Division of Forestry’s Big Tree Program procedures. be. Each year, storms across North America have the potential
don, Spencer & Homerville. Each tree will receive a score based on trunk circumference, to flood homes or cause water to enter the basement or first
Pick up your map flyer at your first stop or download it from crown spread and total height to determine the winner. floor. According to the National Flood Insurance Program, a
our website, www.countrytourgroup.com. When flyer is com- Nominations must be submitted to Lorain SWCD no lat- mere six inches of water in a 2,000 square foot home can
pleted, turn in at the last stop with contact info. completed at er than Friday, July 30, 2021 at 4:30 p.m. Contact the district cause around $40,000 in damage. Homeowners looking to
the top to be entered into a drawing for a $25 gas card (first office for the nomination form or visit www.lorainswcd.com. avoid such damages can rely on sump pumps and backup
prize), or $15 gas card (second prize). Must be 13 & over for emergency systems to keep sublevels dry and safe.
this drawing. Photo Contest
Search for a small wooden bag hidden at one of the partici- Sump pumps are frequently used in homes at risk of flood-
pating businesses each day of the tour. Find the bag and win a The Lorain SWCD is pleased to announce our third annu- ing or in homes where the water table is above the foundation
$20 gift certificate. al Photo Contest. The contest is intended to allow residents of of the home. Sump pumps remove water that has accumu-
Shops on the Country Bag Lady Tour include Farmyard all ages to showcase their photography skills while capturing lated in a water collecting sump basin built into the founda-
Flowers, Main Street Antiques, Dostall Farms, Quilting Shan- the beauty of Lorain County. This year’s category is “Water- tion of the home. Water may enter through perimeter drains
ty, All Ohio Train and Toy, Hook’s Greenhouse, Days of Yore scapes,” and includes photography that depicts any type of (French drains) built into the basement or directly through the
Herb and Flower Farm, Fabit Metal Shop, Farm Charm Bou- body of water, including Lake Erie, inland lakes, rivers, ponds sump basin itself. The pump will send the water away from
tique, Spencer Feed and Supply, Olde Carriage House & Honey and streams. The judging will be based on relevance to the cat- the house through a series of pipes that could drain into a dry
Bee Treasures. egory, creativity, photographic quality and impact. Please visit well, into a municipal storm drain or at the curb.
For more information, email us at info@countrytourgroup. our website at www.lorainswcd.com for contest rules and entry Many sump pumps are hard-wired into a home’s electrical
com or call Sue at (440) 371-7589. form. All entries are due by Friday, July 30, 2021 at 4:30 p.m. system and will automatically turn on when the water level
Tree Seedling Sale in the sump basin has risen enough to trigger the pump. A
flotation device built into the pump will rise enough to turn
Coming Soon! The Lorain Soil & Water Conservation Dis- Spring Fish Sale on the pump, which will then dispel the water until the device
trict’s (SWCD) annual tree seedling sale is scheduled for Fri- returns to its regular level.
day, April 16. The seedling sale is on a first-come, first serve which are approximately 12 When operating correctly, sump pumps are effective at re-
basis since there is a limited number of packets available. Tree inches. Payment is required at moving water and keeping basements and crawl spaces dry.
species available will consist of: evergreens (Eastern White the time the order is placed. However, in the event of a power outage, which is common
Pine, Norway Spruce); hardwood trees (Black Oak, White Oak, The deadline to order fish is when strong winds accompany flooding rains, a sump pump
Sweetgum, Osage Orange, Mixed Hickory, Black Walnut & Monday, May 3, 2021. Fend- is rendered useless unless there is a backup battery attached
Ohio Buckeye); plus flowering and fruit bearing shrubs (Gray er’s Fish Hatchery of Baltic, to the sump pump.
Dogwood, Arrowwood Viburnum, Cranberrybush & False In- Lorain SWCD is accept- Ohio will supply the fish. Having a battery hooked up to a sump pump, or a backup
digo). Planting stock can be used for reforestation, wildlife ing fish orders for stocking Delivery will be at the Ag sump pump that is battery-powered, can give homeowners
habitat or landscaping. Seedlings are bare-rooted stock, any- ponds. Species available for Center, 42110 Russia Rd., peace of mind in any storm. A backup plan ensures the pump
where from 3-20 inches in height, and will be sold in packets 2021 include: Largemouth Elyria, on Thursday, May will still be able to remove water for a certain period of time
of five (5) for either $8 or $10, depending on size of seedling. Bass, Bluegill, Hybrid Blue- 6, 2021 from 10-11:30 a.m. until electricity is restored to the home. Another option is to
We are pleased to offer a new selection of native perennial gill, Channel Catfish, Jap- Order forms and additional make sure the sump pump is connected to a power generator
wildflowers at this year’s 2021 seedling sale. Native wildflow- anese Koi, Redear Sunfish information for the fish sale should the main power supply go out. As long as the genera-
ers not only offer aesthetic beauty, but they add many ecolog- (Shellcrackers), Yellow are available on the SWCD tor is running, the sump pump will expel the water.
ical benefits to our landscape. Native wildflowers require less Perch, Fathead Minnow and website at www.lorainswcd. Water damage to a home can cost thousands of dollars in
maintenance than traditional landscaping plants, decreasing the Triploid White Amur. All com or by calling the office at repairs, particularly when it is not covered by standard home
amount of water and fertilizer required for optimal growth, fil- species are fingerling size (440) 326-5800. insurance policies. Sump pumps can help keep homes dry and
ter pollutants from stormwater, improve soil health and attract except for the White Amur,
pollinators and other wildlife. The new species offered this year safe.
are Mistflower, Lanceleaf Coreopsis, Great Blue Lobelia, Star- How to create a rainwater
ry Campion, Crooked Stem Aster, Gray-Headed Coneflower,
Yellow Trout Lilly, Whorled Milkweed and Hope Sedge. Os- harvesting system
trich Fern will be offered in quart size containers.
Many of these plants would make excellent additions to new Rainwater collection is a way to conserve water that can
or established rain gardens! Visit our website for detailed de- be adopted by both private homeowners and businesses. Har-
scriptions of bloom periods, size and preferred habitat of our vesting water during peak times of precipitation ensures wa-
native perennial wildflowers. Order forms will be available on ter will be on hand during drought or when water restrictions NOTICE FOR FARM LEASE BIDS
our website, www.lorainswcd.com. are implemented. Making use of rainwater reduces reliance
on underground wells or municipal water systems. Harvest- Forever Farmland of Lorain County, LLC (a subsidiary of Community
Joann Werling ing rainwater also can help prevent flooding and soil erosion. Foundation of Lorain County) requests proposals for leasing parcels owned
The average homeowner can collect thousands of gallons
by it for agricultural crop purposes.
REALTOR ® of rainwater each year. To learn just how much water can
be harvested, as well as how many natural resources can be The leases will be for a ten (10) year term for the following parcels
located in Penfield Township, Lorain County, Ohio:
2001 Crocker Rd, #200 produced from that rain, visit www.save-the-rain.com, where
Westlake men and women can calculate their rain collection poten- (1) Parcel No. 19-06-117-000-026: 58.26 acres at
tial by geographic location and average rainfall. Afterward, the northeast corner of
homeowners may be inclined to establish their own rainwater West Road and Peck Wadsworth Road;
C:440-522-2320 harvesting systems. Here is how to get started. (2) Parcel No. 19-06-118-000-027: 67.98 acres at
• Determine your roofing material. Potable water can be
the northeast corner of
[email protected] harvested from homes with sheet metal or slate roofing. Clay West Road and Peck Wadsworth Road;
or adobe tiles also may be acceptable. Asphalt, wood shin-
Serving Lorain, Erie, Huron, Medina gles and tar roofs may leach toxic chemicals into the water, (3) Parcel No. 19-04-002-000-003: 115 acres on
& Western Cuyahoga Counties making it unsafe for drinking. This rainwater may only be State Route 18 east of Whitehead Road; and
collected to use for irrigation methods or washing cars and (4) Parcel No. 19-04-003-000-009: 54.54 acres on State Route 18 east of
outdoor items. Whitehead Road.
• Check gutter materials. Some gutters are made with lead
soldering components. A commercial lead swab test can help Acreage amounts are approximate and not guaranteed.
you determine if there is lead present in your gutters. At a This notice is not an offer but merely a request for proposals.
later time you can choose to replace the gutters if you desire a The required lease is set forth on the website of Community Foundation at
potable supply of water. peoplewhocare.org. Qualified, Lorain County resident farmers are requested
• Invest in a collection tank or barrel. A number of manu-
42925 Jones Rd., Wellington facturers offer prefabricated rain collection systems complete to submit bids with the rent to be paid per acre and an improvement plan in
440-647-2045 with collection barrels. Otherwise, you can use your own writing for all the Parcels.
barrel or tank to house the collected water. Ensure it is large Bids may be submitted at the office of Forever Farmland at 9080 Leavitt
Road, Elyria, Ohio 44035 or by email to [email protected]. Bids
CELEBRATE SPRING! enough to handle the volume of water collected. must be received on or before June 1st, 2021. Forever Farmland reserves
• Purchase and install leaf guards. If your home is sur-
rounded by many trees, you probably accumulate leaf and tree the right to unilaterally and without notice extend the deadline for the
We Are OPEN for the SEASON! debris in your home gutters and downspouts. Leaf guards will submission of bids.
help keep the gutters clear and increase water flow through Forever Farmland reserves the right to reject any and all bids for any
the water collection system. reason (except for discrimination prohibited by law). Prior to accepting a
Come see what’s NEW in the shop. • Create a water collection area. A portion of the gutter bid, Forever Farmland reserves the right to modify without notice the terms
Unique decor for the home and garden. system should be removed so that it connects to the collec- of the proposed lease, negotiate revisions to the proposed lease with one or
tion barrel or tank. As the rain falls, it will run down the roof
more bidders, and disclose bids to other bidders other parties in the
Plus teas, coffee, soup mixes and dips. and into the gutters before it streams into the downspouts. discretion of Forever Farmland. The bid, if any, accepted by Forever
The downspout connected to the tank will deposit the water
Jams and jellies, Plus so much more! directly inside. Filters can be installed to help block the flow Farmland may not be the highest bid.
of debris. Note that the parcels will be leased “as is” with no representations or
• Outfit the tank for overflow and water usage. A spigot warranties from Forever Farmland as more fully described in the proposed
and hose connection makes it easy to use the collected wa- lease.
ter for outdoor purposes. Many rainwater collection systems One factor, among others, that Forever Farmland will consider, is the
Plants arrive April 29 th are designed with an overflow safeguard that will prevent the capacity and willingness of bidders to comply with the conservation plan
and other recommendations of the National Resources Conservation
HERBAL PLANTS & water from backing up through the system. It will divert the Service of the United States Department of Agriculture. A second factor
rainwater back out of the downspout when the barrel or tank
FLOWERING PERENNIALS is full. for consideration by Forever Farmland is the capacity and willingness for
A rainwater collection system harnesses a natural source of
bidders to systematically tile the acreages. All tile, labor, and installation
water to be used for gardens and other outdoor purposes. This expenses will be at the bidder’s own cost and completed no later than
water doesn’t contain chlorine or other additives, making it August 31st , 2022.
relatively clean and safe to use. Homeowners should check If there are any questions, please contact Jim Stobe at 440.984.7390 or
Hours: Thurs - Sat 11-5 to see if a permit is necessary to install a rainwater collection [email protected]
system and then begin gathering water for various uses.

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Hook’s Greenhouse
OPENING 50740 State Route 18
April 15th

50740 State Route 18, Wellington


Call or Text: 440-647-5480
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Let’s Dear Valued Customers, Family and Friends,
Dear Valued Customers, Family and Friends,
Let’s Get
Get Ready Charlie and I are excited to help you create a
Ready for
for
We are SO excited to open!
SPRING! getaway in your backyard. It will help make staying at
SPRING!
home more like a vacation. As you shop the greenhouse,
We are officially open April 15th for the Spring
The season is underway and we are OPEN in full
please remember to spread out.
Season. Our Greenhouse is full of blooming
swing. Along with the many Veggie Plants we have to
offer, we have a great section of Annual Pots to help
beauties ready to head to your gardens and
you “Create a Backyard Oasis.” We have a beautiful
homes, but don’t let this current warm weather
selection of Garden Goodness including our favorite
Bubblegum Petunia. Trailing Petunias, Calibrachoa
fool you! Most plants will still need protection
and Geraniums will make great container plants to
brighten up any dull yard. Adding a tall Thriller Plant
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Village of Grafton events Wash ‘n Wag Dog Wash

Midview Kiwanis fund-raiser Grafton mark your cal- Treasure” will be held on Sat-
The Midview Kiwanis are having a Chicken Paprikash endars for the exciting 2021 urday June 12, from 9 a.m.-5
p.m. This Village-wide ga-
Drive-thru Dinner on Saturday, May 8, from 4-6:30 p.m. at Village Spring and Summer rage sale is always popular
events and Volunteer oppor-
Grafton North Park; please enter on Novak Road. Dinner in- tunities. The Village will be and draws many visitors to
cludes: Chicken Paprikash, spaetzle, green beans, salad and hosting a Fireworks Cele- the Village seeking personal
dessert. Cost is $12 per dinner. Tickets may be purchased un- bration on Saturday, July 3, treasures.
til May 1, at Farmers Agency, 955 Main St.; Grafton-Midview at Willow Park. We hope to On June 19, the Village is
Library, 983 Main St.; or by calling (440)-322-5867. Cash or organize an Independence planning its 6th annual Shred/
check only. No credit cards and no same day sales. Day theme parade along Dumpster Day to be held at
Proceeds to support Midview High School Key Club, Mid-
view Middle School Builders Club, Scholarships and Grafton Main Street and other events 1111 Elm Street. The Lo-
to be held in Willow Park
rain County Board of Com-
Village parks. in the early evening prior to missioners and the Lorain
Birth Announcement the fireworks display. Mayor County Solid Waste District
will supply a Shred Truck as
Divencenzo is looking to re-
blessing, Isabella Rose. She cruit community volunteers a free service and shred ser-
was born on January 19, 2021 to host the parade commit- vices are open to all Lorain
at 2:12 a.m., weighed 7 lbs. tee who will plan this added County residents. Addition-
13.1 oz. and was 18-1/2” event to our Independence ally, for Village residents
long. Proud grandparents Day weekend. To add your only, the Village will provide
are Janis & Myron Laufman talents and ideas to this com- dumpsters for the disposal of
of Grafton, Janet Daugh- mittee, please call the Town large non-hazardous items. We will wash your dog! This fund-raiser will contribute to
erty of Grafton and Mitch & Hall at (440) 926-2401, op- No tires, petroleum products, the funding of Hound Hollow, your canine’s new playground!
Kat Seabold of Oakland,TN. tion 2, and leave your con- paints or any items deemed Please join us at Centerra Town and Country Store on Erie Rd.,
Proud great-grandparents are tact information. With your hazardous will be accepted. in Grafton, on April 18, from 1-3 p.m. There is a $10 minimum
Mr. Sam Gentile of Grafton, Hometown touch, we can The State and CDC guide- donation for each dog wash, but you are welcome to just come
Mr. & Mrs. Myron Laufman make the parade and the 4th lines and protocols for coro- and enjoy the fun! Please RSVP at: houndhollowgrafton@
of Columbia Station, Mr. of July festivities memorable navirus precautions will be gmail.com. Your generous donations will allow me to complete
& Mrs. Robert Longeneck- for everyone. followed at these events. my Girl Scout Gold Award and in return the community gets
Isabella Rose er of Brunswick, MaryAnn On May 15, the Village Please check out the Vil- a park for their dogs to enjoy right in Grafton at North Park!
Jennifer & J.R., big sister Daugherty of Grafton and will participate in the annual lage of Grafton website at Thank you all for your support!
Grace and big brothers James- Mr. & Mrs. Rod Seabold of Lorain County Pride Day. On www.villageofgrafton.org or Carissa and Friends of Hound Hollow
on, Gavin & Kaiden Layton, LaGrange. that day, we ask all of Graf- social media for more infor-
are pleased to announce the Congratulations! ton to join us by beautifying mation. GRAFTON NEWS CONTINUED ON PAGE 24
birth of their 5th precious our Village, including resi-
dential yards and businesses,
or volunteer a couple hours THE DISTINCTIVE
of your time in support of CLUSTER HOMES OF
planned Village beautifica-
tion projects in our parks and
other public locations. If you FOX RUN
Terry Hawke T: 440.322.5300 have questions, please call
Sales Representative C: 216.315.7370 the Town Hall for more infor-
mation.
[email protected] F: 440.815.2431 Grafton’s annual “Trash to of Grafton
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Horse Rescue
fund-raiser Announcing Phase Seven!

The Angels Haven Horse
Rescue volunteers and hors-
Minnillo & Marshall es hope that you are doing
well. They are hosting their
General Dentists annual Used Tack Sale (and
a little more) on Thursday,
420 N. Main St., Grafton May 13, Friday, May 14, and
Saturday May 15, at Ever-
Emergencies green Farm, located at 13297
Durkee Road, in Grafton. The
Welcomed! hours of the sales are from
from 9 a.m.-4 p.m Thursday
and Friday, and 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Same-day Denture on Saturday. For more infor-
Repairs Available mation, call or text Heidi at
(440) 781-5060. Thanks for
“We Cater to Cowards” your support!
SATURDAY APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE State Route 57
440-926-3441 Closure

ATTENTION! lage of Grafton, between
State Route 57 in the Vil-
Eaton, Grafton & Wellington Residents Cleveland Street and Becker
Court, will close Monday,
April 12 for railroad crossing
G.L.W. repairs. The detour route for
northbound motorists is SR
Broadband, Inc. 57 to SR 83, north on SR 83
to SR 82, west on SR 82 to
993 Commerce Dr. • Grafton • 440-926-3230 SR 57, and reverse for south-
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TWO WEEK AD - SALE PRICES EFFECTIVE MONDAY, APRIL 12TH THRU SUNDAY, APRIL 25TH, 2021.

15 to 24 oz.
Selected Varieties
Classico
Pasta
Sauce
USDA Inspected 2/$ 4
Pork Butt
Bone-In
Pork Roast
$ 1 99 lb.


K-Cups Coffee 5
Selected Varieties
Selected Varieties
Selected Varieties
Barilla
Folgers
Pillsbury
USDA Inspected Pork Shoulder $ 89 13.6 oz. 2/$ 3 12 to 16 oz. 4/$ 5 24.2 to 30.5 oz. or12 count $ 99
Western Style Grands! Pasta Ground or
Ribs 1 lb. Biscuits Cuts
fresh dairy & Frozen Foods

9 to 9.5 oz.
Selected Varieties
Snyder’s 12 oz.
Potato Borden
Chips American 2/$ 5
5 Singles
2/$
10 count, 6 oz. 64 oz. 7 to 11.25 oz. 7.5 to 13.7 oz.
Selected Varieties Selected Varieties Selected Varieties Selected Varieties
3
Capri Sun Ocean Spray Doritos, Nabisco 4 count
Fruit Juice Fritos or Ritz Selected Varieties $ 29
Chobani
Drinks Cocktail Cheetos Snacks Crackers Yogurt
2/$ 4 2/$ 5 2/$ 6 2/$ 5 24.6 to 32.7 oz.


Selected Varieties
Eggo $ 99
Fresh from our butcher shop Fresh Deli & Bakery Selections Waffles or 4
Pancakes

USDA Inspected Fresh
Chicken
Drumsticks or Sliced fresh in our deli! 15.77 to 23.54 oz.
Kretschmar
Thighs Turkey Selected Varieties 3/$ 10
Red Baron
¢ Off the Bone Pizza

99 lb. $ 99 garden fresh produce
USDA Choice 5
USDA Choice
Certified Angus Beef Round Certified Angus Beef Round
Boneless
Top Round Boneless lb. 8 oz. pkg.
Roast Top Round Fresh!
Snow White
$ 29 London Broil Whole or Sliced
3
4 lb. Mushrooms
$ 99 Sliced fresh in our deli! 3/$ 5
Kretschmar
Colby or Colby Jack
lb.
Cheese
16 oz. 9 to 11 oz.
Butterball $ 99 Fresh Express
85% Lean Fresh 5 Lettuce Trio,
Ground Turkey lb. Green & Crisp or Premium
2
Romaine Salad Mix
$ 99 2/$ 3
In-store baked!
2 count
12 oz. Apple or
Selected Varieties Washington state grown!
Gwaltney Cherry Honeycrisp, Fuji or
Sliced Turnovers Premium Ambrosia
1
Bacon
Apples
2 1 lb.
$ 99 $ 49 $ 59


Gallon savings around every corner!
Smith’s
Whole White or
Old Fashioned
Chocolate Milk 48 oz.
Gallon
$ 2 99 Smith’s Selected Varieties Selected Varieties
Ruggles
10 to 13.7 oz.
Premium
1%, 2% or
Skim Milk Selected Varieties Kellogg’s Ice Cream
Cereal
13.5 oz.
2
Kellogg’s
$ 59 Pop•Tarts 2/$ 5 2/$ 7
4
2/$
TO ASSURE SUFFICIENT SUPPLY OF ITEMS, WE MUST RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT THE PURCHASE OF SALE ITEMS EXCEPT WHERE NOTED. NONE SOLD TO DEALERS OR WHOLESALERS. NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS. ARTWORK FOR DISPLAY PURPOSES ONLY. THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION.

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[email protected] placed lower, snow or land- the scheduled pickup & re- an agricultural tire collection would like more informa-
scaping might cover the num- moved as early as possible day on Thursday, September tion and/or are interested in
Public Zoning meeting bers. Let’s make sure the fire after they are emptied. This 9, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. It will becoming a member or al-
department can easily find
is especially important during
ternate, please contact Scott
be at the Collection Center on
The Grafton Township Zoning Commission will hold a pub- you if they are needed. For the winter when snowplow- Abbe Road. Preregistration Beriswill at (440) 926-3312.
lic zoning meeting at the Grafton Township Hall, located at more information, please call ing occurs. In addition to is needed by Thursday, Sep- An alternate is needed for
17109 Avon Belden Road, at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 20. The the fire department at (440) roadside recycling, contain- tember 2. For more informa- the Board of Zoning Appeals.
Zoning Commission will be discussing regulations for Solar 926-2166. ers are located at the town- tion or to register, please call They meet at 7 p.m. on the
Energy Systems, as well as reviewing other issues and concerns Trees & landscaping lo- ship property for paper & (440) 328-2368. fourth Tuesday of the month
Zoning - Additional team
as they come up. cated too close to driveways cardboard. members are needed for the when needed. If you would
Dumpster days are sched-
like more information and/or
could delay or prevent fire
Belden Historical Society equipment from reaching uled to be held Friday, May 7, Zoning Commission. They are interested in becoming an
meet on the third Tuesday
your structure(s). Please trim
from 12-3 p.m. & Saturday,
alternate, please contact Fred
The Historical Society will hold its next meeting on tree limbs & landscaping as May 8, from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. of the month at 7 p.m. If you Giese at (440) 926-3246.
Wednesday, April 14, at 7 p.m. at the Grafton Township Fire needed. However, there is no need
Hall. Members, and anyone interested in local history, are in- Ohio Revised Code allows to wait for dumpster days to
vited to attend. minimal situations where dispose of bulk items. If you
Important topics to be discussed will be the effects of the open burning is legal. The have bulk trash items that
2022 Highway Roundabout project on the Memorial Park. burning of building materials, need to be picked up, please
Also, we will continue discussion on the future ownership of furnishings, garbage, plastics call Rumpke at (800) 828-
our park and historical buildings. or food containers are just a 8171 so they can plan accord-
ingly & so they can provide
few of a large list of items
Grafton Township News that are never legal to burn. you with their requirements. SENIOR OUTREACH PROGRAM
The burning of any of these
We recently were asked if
Hall Rental - Our town park, cemetery, town hall/ items is also illegal if burned televisions could be placed at Sponsored by North Ridgeville Seniors, Inc. with
in barrels, fireplaces or out-
the street with the trash & re-
hall is available to be rent- fire station, etc.) should con- door boilers. In response to cycle containers. Our Rump- programs being held at Hinkson Hysell VFW Post
ed. Please visit graftontwp. tact Christie Homer-Miller at an increase in residents who ke representative advised us 3341 Banquet Hall - 783 Huron Street in Grafton
us/grafton-township-hall/ for (440) 865-7513. are burning on their proper- that televisions are handled The Grafton/LaGrange areas are looking for Meals on Wheels
information & photographs. Safety - We are accepting ty, the fire department will like other bulk items. How-
For additional information, applications for volunteer fire begin greater enforcement of ever, they should not weigh drivers. To become a driver, contact EMILY @ 353-0829.
please call Bob Richards at & EMS personnel. Please call the open burning laws. Open more than 50 pounds. These Programs are Available to ALL SENIORS at NO CHARGE.
(440) 387-2498. Chief Richards at (440) 387- burning violations can result Some items that Rump-
Pride Day - Lorain Coun- 2498 to apply. in penalties. For more infor- ke cannot pick up may need 4/13 at 2:00 pm Senior
ty Community Pride Day is Reflective address num- mation, please call the fire de- to be taken to the Lorain Exercise Class being
scheduled for Saturday, May bers are available to town- partment at (440) 926-2166. County Solid Waste Man- instructed by Debi’s
15. We encourage everyone ship residents for properties Trash/Recycling - Trash agement District’s Collection Personal Training with fruit
to do their part to clean up located in the township. The & recycle containers should Center, located at 540 South
& beautify our community. reflective numbers should be be placed at the street as late Abbe Road, in Elyria. They and juice for participants.
Anyone wanting to help clean placed horizontally on top as possible the night before are open Wednesdays from 4/20 at 2:00 pm Senior
up township property (e.g., of mailbox posts. If they are 12-6 p.m. & Saturdays from Exercise Class being
9 a.m.-3 p.m. For more in- instructed by Debi’s
Providing formation, please visit their Personal Training with fruit
website,
loraincounty.us/
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solid-waste-management/col-
• If you have questions on these programs, please contact
lection-center.
The county tire trailer is
Since 1926 open Saturdays from 9 a.m.- the VFW’s Canteen Manager by calling 440-926-3341.
• The VFW Hall is available for rent to use for your special
1 p.m. The county will hold occasions. Call 440-926-3341 and ask for the Canteen
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place a book on hold for our Take Out service. World’s Best Lasagna
GRAFTON NEWS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 20 Family Binge Boxes - Friday, April 16, 4 p.m. Settle in for
a movie marathon with one of our binge boxes. Register your
“Filling and satisfying lasagna with sausage, ground beef
Grafton-Midview Library family for a binge box containing 4-6 movies, snacks and activ- and three types of cheese.”
ities based on a surprise theme. One binge box per family. You
Grafton-Midview Public Library is located at 983 Main need a library card to check out a binge box. Ingredients:
1 pound sweet Italian sausage
Street, in Grafton. Please contact the library if you have any Virtual Monthly Book Discussion - Thursday, April 22, 7 3/4 pound lean ground beef
questions regarding any of these great programs at (440) 926- p.m. Please join us for a lively and engaging online discussion 1/2 cup minced onion
3317 or visit our website at www.gmplibrary.org. Follow us on of a chosen book title. April’s featured title will be The Honey 2 cloves garlic, crushed
social media for news and program updates! Bus: A Memoir of Loss, Courage and a Girl Saved by Bees,
GMPL is open for browsing! Hours are: Monday, Thursday by Meredith May. Registration is now required to receive the 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
& Friday, from 12-5:30 p.m.; Tuesday, 12-7 p.m.; Wednesday Zoom link for participating and is open until 2 days before 2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
and Saturday - Library take out only from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; and the event. Book copies are available for pick up at the library 2 (6.5 ounce) cans canned tomato sauce
Sunday - closed. through our contactless Take Out service. Please contact Mau- 1/2 cup water
Please be aware of the following four rules for visiting: Vis- reen at the library for questions relating to this club. 2 tablespoons white sugar
its are limited to 30 minutes; Do not visit if you do not feel Minecraft Mania - Tuesday, April 27, 5:30 p.m. Youth 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil leaves
well - please stay home; Masks are required for all who visit participants join Zoom to play Minecraft in a one-of-a-kind 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
- No exceptions; Please return all items to our outside book experience. Minecraft Mania allows participants of all expe- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
drop before entering the building. Our library is safe for you rience levels to complete challenges within Minecraft! Using 1 tablespoon salt
and your family to browse. Items are quarantined and sanitized multiplayer gameplay, patrons will work together to accom- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
before being returned to our shelves. If you have any questions plish goals in competition and adventure-style programs. Ev- 4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
regarding our safety standards, please call the library. ery program consists of different challenges! New beginners 12 lasagna noodles
Most library programs are virtual and on Zoom unless spec- are introduced to the game, and the advanced gamers will have 16 ounces ricotta cheese
ified. their opportunity to put their Minecraft expertise to the test. For 1 egg
Keeping it All in Perspective - Digital Escape Room - All grades 4-12. Registration is required. 1/2 teaspoon salt
month long. You’re stuck in the art room until you can correct- Beat Explorers: Beat Making & Lyricism Workshop - 3/4 pound mozzarella cheese, sliced
ly unlock all four of the locks. Do you know your perspective Tuesday, May 4, 4 p.m. Make some music! Learn how to create 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
drawing terms and techniques? Test your sleuthing skills in this original tracks through the art of beat making, song writing and Directions:
digital escape room. The Keeping it All in Perspectiv Escape rhyming taught by some of the most talented and profession- 1. In a Dutch oven, cook sausage, ground beef, onion, and
Room is recommended for middle school grades, however any- al MC’s and producers from NYC. Bridging Education & Art garlic over medium heat until well browned. Stir in crushed
one is welcome to give it a try. Visit the teen webpage to par- Together (BEAT Global) is a non-profit organization that pro-
ticipate. vides Hip Hop based music, dance and visual arts programs to tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, and water. Season with
Storytime at Home - Tuesdays, April 13, 20 & 27, at 10 a.m. under-resources youth and people with disabilities nationally. sugar, basil, fennel seeds, Italian seasoning, 1 tablespoon
- Zoom. Thursdays, April 15, 22 & 29, at 10:30 a.m. - Facebook Registration is required to receive the Zoom invite. For teens salt, pepper, and 2 tablespoons parsley. Simmer, covered, for
Live. Join us for a virtual storytime. Explore the mystery box, ages 14-18. about 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.
sing songs and enjoy great stories. Just include your child’s Looking for Online Tutoring? Use Brainfuse’s Help Now! 2. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook
name and your email address when you sign up to receive a - Could you use some help with homework? Do you have a pa- lasagna noodles in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes. Drain
private invitation to join. per you would like a tutor to look over before you submit it to noodles, and rinse with cold water. In a mixing bowl, com-
Virtual Video Games - Tuesday, April 13, at 5:30 p.m. Join your teacher? How is that ACT prep coming along? Maybe you bine ricotta cheese with egg, remaining parsley, and 1/2 tea-
Crystal on Zoom for a virtual gaming session. Registration with would like someone to help with your chess skills. With Brain- spoon salt.
an email is required to receive the link for Zoom. For grades fuse’s HelpNow, tutors are available from 2-11 p.m. to help you 3. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
7-12. with all your needs. All you need is a GMPL library card to sign 4. To assemble, spread 1 1/2 cups of meat sauce in the bot-
Homeschool Series - April 14, 21 & 28, at 10 a.m. This in. If you don’t have a Grafton-Midview Public Library Card, tom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Arrange 6 noodles lengthwise
month we are inviting homeschoolers to explore color. What is sign up for our Explore Card online for immediate access. Visit over meat sauce. Spread with one half of the ricotta cheese
color? What can you do with it? Kits will be placed in the vesti- our website at www.gmplibrary.org and visit the “About Us” mixture. Top with a third of mozzarella cheese slices. Spoon
bule a week before the first session for you to pick up. Register tab to apply for a card. 1 1/2 cups meat sauce over mozzarella, and sprinkle with 1/4
early to reserve your kit and receive your Zoom link. Please Need help finding a job? Try Brainfuse’s JobNow - Brain- cup Parmesan cheese. Repeat layers, and top with remaining
register each child separately to ensure each child gets a kit. fuse JobNow is an all-in-one suite of services designed for a mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Cover with foil: to prevent
Inspired Readers - Wednesday, April 14. Join facilitator wide range of career needs: whether it’s tackling a resume, sticking, either spray foil with cooking spray, or make sure
Peggy Wyar for a lively discussion of a different inspiring book writing a cover letter, developing additional skills or adjusting the foil does not touch the cheese.
each month. This event is held at the Harvest Christian Church, to a new career. Users may access live, on-demand assistance 5. Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove foil,
907 Eastern Heights Blvd., in Elyria. The title for April’s meet- from expert Job Coaches for assistance with interview prepa-
ing is Newton & Polly: A Novel of Amazing Grace, by Jody ration, resume creation or job searching. Visit our website at and bake an additional 25 minutes. Cool for 15 minutes be-
Hedlund. Copies of the title are available in the library in ad- www.gmplibrary.org and get started on your new career today. fore serving. Submitted By: Johnchandler, courtesy of www.
vance of the meeting, while supplies last. Call the library to allrecipes.com





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INVENTORY REDUCTION AUCTION COLUMBIA V.F.W. HALL Floor repair and install. Car- NOTICE OF ELECTION Aluminum & cedar siding
pet, wood, laminate, vinyl,
refinishing, repaints, barns,
SOCIAL DISTANCE
ceramic. Call Joe Parr,Sr. 440-
HALL RENTAL
Browns Nursery Graduations-Weddings 647-4374, cell 440-935-4778 ON TAX LEVY fences, decks & power wash-
ing. We install vinyl siding.
SATURDAY, APRIL 24, 2021 AT 10 AM Showers IN EXCESS OF THE Carpentry services available.
12590 Durkee Rd. Grafton (1 mi. south of Rt. 82) Watch for signs Monday to Friday LAWN & GARDEN TEN MILL LIMITATION Terry, 440-444-5075 www.val-
uetimepainting.com
Special Rates
SELECTIONS: Large variety of fruit trees, blueberries, For more information, CORDELL’S Notice is hereby given that in Pro interior painting, wallpa-
strawberries, shade trees, Red & Green Maples, Arborvitaes & call 440-236-8111 LAWN MOWING SERVICE pursuance of a Resolution of the per removal, cabinet refin-
after 1pm, M-F
pine trees. Flowering Pink & White crab trees upright & weeping, COLUMBIA STATION AREA. CAMDEN TOWNSHIP, Ohio, ishing and textured ceilings.
passed on the January 28, 2021,
Redbuds Purple leaf, upright & weeping, Whitebuds, Weeping FULL park with restrooms, 3 INSURED. FREE ESTIMATE. there will be submitted to a vote Terry, 440-444-5075 www.val-
uetimepainting.com
440-236-3609
pavilions, air conditioned hall,
Cherry, Flowering Pear, Purple leaf flowering Plum, Oaks, for 25 to 138. Call LaGrange of the people at the PRIMARY
Japanese Maples upright & weeping, Hydrangeas, Dogwood. All Lions Club. 440-355-5634. Spring Clean-ups: tilling, SPECIAL to be held at the regular PETS
mulching, shrubs trimmed
trees in 7-25 gal or B&B. Huge variety flowering shrubs, perennials Grafton VFW. Call from 9:30- and removed. Call Rick, 440- places of voting on Tuesday, the
& misc. Too many items to list. 11:30 a.m. Monday-Friday. 458-8793. 4th day of May, 2021 the question All Paws Kennel, 24344 Foster
of levying a tax, in excess of the ten
Auctioneer’s Note: Browns Nursery is NOT going out of business. 440-926-3341 TOWN & COUNTRY Tree Ser- mill limitation: Rd., Litchfield, 330-648-9509.
Heated indoor facility, 4 fenced
The inventory reduction is your opportunity to purchase nice, PENFIELD TWP. HALL vice. Complete tree removal, exercise yards, custom care.
RENTAL
clean, surplus nursery stock at discounted prices. All homeowners Twp. Meeting hall, trimming, root feeding and Proposed Tax Levy (Renewal $20 per day.
cleaning. Fully insured. FREE
and Increase) Camden Township.
and landscapers welcome. Bring your truck & trailer or ask about Cap. 42-60 ESTIMATES. Firewood for A majority of affirmative vote is
having your items delivered. Loading available immediately after Community room, sale. 440-236-3061. necessary for passage. REAL ESTATE
sale. State inspected. Early inspection on April 22 & 23. Cap. 150-300
Available for all occasions.
DON’T FORGET PLANTS & TREES MAKE GREAT MOTHERS DAY GIFTS! 41012 St. Rt. 18, Wellington LEGAL A renewal of 1 mill and an increase FOR SALE: House, Business
Building and 2.2 acre field
Terms of Sale: Cash, check or major credit card day of sale (3% Call 440-574-3362 for of 1 mill to constitute a tax for with new septic system and
the benefit of Camden Township
buyers fee waived for cash or good check). POSITIVE ID required availability & rates. for the purpose of providing city water. Webster Springs,
to register. All items must be paid for day of sale & before being NOTICE OF ELECTION and maintaining fire apparatus, WV. Safest County in WV. 304-
removed from premises. Buyers responsible for security of their HELP WANTED ON TAX LEVY appliances, buildings, or sites 644-7153
IN EXCESS OF THE
purchases. All items sold “AS IS”. Not responsible for accidents. Drivers needed, competitive TEN MILL LIMITATION therefor, or sources of water supply SALES & SERVICES
Lunch available. Dry facility available to get out of the weather. rates, Class A CDL and Non and materials therefor, or the
establishment and maintenance
AUCTION HELD RAIN OR SHINE. CDL box truck drivers. All local Notice is hereby given that in pur- of lines of fire alarm telegraph, SMALL DUMPSTERS
**ALL COVID RULES APPLY. PLEASE WEAR A MASK** deliveries. Apply in person at suance of a Resolution of the CAM- or the payment of permanent, for roofing, remodeling, etc.
Maria Gardens, 8334 North
DEN TOWNSHIP, Ohio, passed on
Bobcat, Backhoe & Dump
part-time, or volunteer firefighters
Owners: Rick & Mary Brown 440-748-2642 Marks Rd., Columbia Station. the January 28, 2021, there will be or firefighting companies to CALL JASON’S SERVICES
Truck work available
Like us on Facebook: submitted to a vote of the people at operate the same, including the 440-926-3446
the PRIMARY SPECIAL to be held
payment of the firemen employers’
www.facebook.com/brownsdesignlandscaping BARTENDER- at the regular places of voting on contribution required under section
Follow us on Instagram: SERVERS, Tuesday, the 4th day of May, 2021 742.34 of the revised code, or to UPHOLSTERY
the question of levying a tax, in ex-
www.instagram.com/brownsdesignlandscaping cess of the ten mill limitation: purchase ambulance equipment, DAN’S UPHOLSTERY
or the provision of ambulance,
Andy Suvar Auctions, LLC, New London, Ohio & COOKS Proposed Tax Levy (Renewal and paramedic, or other emergency over 30 yrs. experience
419-929-8487 or 1-800-765-8301 Decrease) Camden Township medical services operated by a fire Full Upholstery
Cushion Refills
department or firefighting company
www.suvarauctions.com www.FortsTavern.com A majority affirmative vote is neces- at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for Furniture Repair
444-309-5465 sary for passage. each one dollar of valuation, which Call for free quote
on re-upholstery
amounts to $0.20 for each one
APPLIANCES FOR SALE A renewal of part of an existing levy, hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 216-346-2682
Good clean used appliances. Complete line of farm equip- HELP WANTED being a reduction of 1 mill to consti- years, commencing in 2021, first WANTED TO BUY
tute a tax for the benefit of Camden
due in calendar year 2022.
Call Bill Bakers, 440-322-2325. ment. Call for an appointment, Township for the purpose of general
440-236-5490. CONSTRUCTION POSITIONS construction, reconstruction, resur- The polls for the election will open Buying pinball, arcade, juke-
AUTOS WANTED Ex-Mark stand-up mower, CDL Drivers, Sweeper Drivers facing and repair of township roads at 6:30 a.m. and remain open until box and other coin operated
48inch with grass catcher, (CDL and Non-CDL) at a rate not exceeding 1.5 mills for 7:30 p.m. on election day. machines, working or not.
Mike’s Hooker Service. We $1,750; Ford Golden Jubilee Asphalt & Concrete each one dollar of valuation, which 440-823-4057
pay top dollar for all unwant- tractor, $3,000. Columbia Sta- Pavement Maintenance amounts to $0.15 for each one By order of the Board of Elections, Buying sports cards and non
ed cars, trucks, vans. Free tion, 440-310-6225 40+ hrs with overtime required hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 of Lorain County, Ohio sports cards; baseball, bas-
pick-up. Pay cash. Call Mike, FOR SALE during peak months. years, commencing in 2021, first ketball, football, hockey. 440-
216-534-6514. 4ft. Freezer, $200; Valid drivers license. due in calendar year 2022. MARILYN JACOBCIK 823-4057
5ft. Rubbermaid Drug free workplace. Chairman
CLEANING Cabinet, $75; $12- $16/Hr for Laborers, The polls for the election will be Estate Gold &
Craftsman Tool Set, $100. $18-$24/Hr for CDL Drivers, open 6:30 a.m. and remain open PAUL R. ADAMS Silver Exchange
Custom cleaning. Everyone’s Call 440-748-3386 Plus Benefits. until 7:30 p.m. on election day. Director
needs are different. We spe- Orlimar golf clubs. Complete Apply in person at 42208 INSTANT CASH
cialize in catering to what your set, includes bag and acces- Albrecht Rd., Suite 1, Elyria, OH By order of the Board of Elections, Dated: February 24, 2021 Buying Gold Jewelry, Diamonds,
needs are. Call Marcie today sories. Asking $350. Call for of Lorain County, Ohio Old Coins, Pocket Watches,
for your free assessment ap- details, 440-289-2754. Help wanted on horse farm. Anything Old
pointment at 440-213-7527. Some walking required. Also MARILYN JACOBCIK Call for service hours &
Over 13 years experience. Patio dining table and six sling Chairman private appointments
fabric chairs, tile table top, accepting volunteers. Colum-
$400. Call or text 440-315-0258. bia Station, 440-891-9992 PAUL R. ADAMS Downtown Elyria
FOR RENT Landscape Foreman, must Director 230 2 St. • 440-323-4258
nd
HALLS FOR RENT have Driver’s License. Labor- 440-506-0334
Elyria: Newly remodeled 2 & ers needed. Call David, 440- Dated: February 24, 2021
3 bedroom townhomes with 225-0290.
new carpet, ceramic tile and AMVETS POST 32
hard wood floors. Appliances 11087 Middle Ave., Elyria Landscape help wanted. Sal- APPLIANCE, SALES & SERVICE
included. $100 security de- Capacity: Hall-250, ary: $11 to $15 / hour. Contact
posit; restrictions apply. Call Q-Hut-100, Pavillion-250 [email protected] NOTICE OF ELECTION
216-221-1333 . Available for all occasions Landscaping ON TAX LEVY
Call for pricing
and availability Lawn mowing IN EXCESS OF THE
440-458-8544 Foreman TEN MILL LIMITATION
Laborers
440-236-9625 Notice is hereby given that in
PALMER’S LAWN CARE pursuance of a Resolution of the
HELP WANTED
Looking for someone to clean COLUMBIA TOWNSHIP, Ohio,
horse stalls in the mornings. passed on the January 29, 2021,
Grafton area. Please call 678- there will be submitted to a vote
488-6986 for further informa- of the people at the PRIMARY
tion. SPECIAL to be held at the regular
Medina Foods is hiring for places of voting on Tuesday, the BILL Since 1950
4th day of May 2021 the question of
all shifts: Processing and levying a tax, in excess of the ten-
Packaging, 6:30am to 3:30pm, Proposed Tax Levy (Renewal and BAKER'SBAKER'SBAKER'S
Mon.-Fri.; Sanitation 4:30pm mill limitation:
Home Health Aides, (CNA) and (STNA) to 1:30am, Mon.-Fri. Please
Need to verify 1 year of experience w/in last three years. call Julia Carle for information Increase) Columbia Township
We service Seniors and Veterans for Lorain County or an interview appointment, A majority affirmative vote is
330-725-1390 ext. 210. See our
and Surrounding areas website for company informa- necessary for passage. WE SERVICE & REPAIR
If you are a compassionate, dependable, and eager to learn, tion: www.goldrushjerky.com.
this will be a perfect career opportunity for you! Secretary (Part-time) at A renewal of 1 mill and an increase TELEVISION REPAIRS
• Paycheck via direct deposit every Friday LaPorte United Methodist of 0.3 mill to constitute a tax for the -Service All Brands-
• Work around your personal schedule Church, Elyria. General ad- benefit of Columbia Township for LCD • Plasma • Big Screen
• Pay is $12.00 per hour ministrative duties include the purpose of general construction, Washers • Dryers
reconstruction, resurfacing, and
• Time and a half pay over 40 hours and acknowledged Holidays preparing bulletins, newslet- repair of streets, roads, and bridges Refrigerators
• We schedule you with one patient ters, correspondence, gener- at a rate not exceeding 1.3 mills for Microwaves
ating various church reports,
• Work in your own county close to you. record keeping and assisting each one dollar of valuation, which See Our Selection of Ranges • Ovens
YOUR HOME COURT ADVANTAGE offers a variety of home health care the staff, church members and amounts to $0.13 for each one Reconditioned Appliances Appliance Parts
Pastor. Requirements: excel-
hundred dollars of valuation, for 5
options and services to Adults, Veterans, and Seniors. lent computer software skills years, commencing in 2021, first FOR SALE! IN HOME SERVICE ON
APPLIANCES ONLY
Our team of healthcare professionals assist clients up to 24 hours a day, (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, due in calendar year 2022.
7days a week in the comfort of their home. Your responsibilities as a etc.), database knowledge 15 East Ave., Elyria 322-2325
home care aide include assisting with personal care, preferred. Strong oral and writ- The polls for the election will be Bud & Diane Casey, Owners www.billbakersinc.com
companionship and light housekeeping. ten communication skills are open 6:30 a.m. and remain open
Our address is 491 North Abbe Road, Elyria, Ohio 44035. Applications necessary. Must be a well-or- until 7:30 p.m. on election day.
ganized self-starter; willing to
accepted Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm- or call for an work as a team member and
appointment. We will provide you with an interview on the spot. Call us to accept additional responsi- By order of the Board of Elections, ASPHALT, CONCRETE & STONE
hear more about employment opportunities at Your Home Court Advantage. bilities as necessary. Hourly of Lorain County, Ohio.
Contact: Tammy, Office Coordinator wage: $10-$12. Send resume MARILYN JACOBCIK
440 406 9335 to laporteumc@laportechurch. Chairman
org.
[email protected] J. A. KILBY ENT.
I’m Christy Ramos-Stouffer Branch Manager and we are looking for aids Sewing Machine operators, PAUL R. ADAMS
that want to come to work and service our Veterans like they served us. die cutting, skilled embroidery Director Concrete • Masonry
operators. Rapidly growing
Positive attitude and love being with the elderly is a huge requirement! mask line. As seen on tv. Email
EOE [email protected] Dated: February 24, 2021 Stamped Concrete
Drug Free Workplace 440-327-3433
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