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Published by The Rural-Urban Record, 2023-01-03 10:26:28

1-2-23

The Rural-Urban Record






“Your FREE Community Newspaper”

“Celebrating 66 Years of Community Service!”
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Volume 68 No. 13 Columbia Station, Ohio January 2, 2023


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Community Directory Carlisle 7 Grafton 12 Wellington 16 Profile Page 4
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Special thanks to CHS, CMS and Copopa teachers, coun-
Public meeting selors, secretaries and staff, Columbia Eagles Club, J&J Green- Old Business
The upgrades to the projector and sound system are in. A
The Columbia Township Comprehensive Plan Steering house and Potter Door for their generosity and kindness. The class for using the equipment is planned. There are still a few
Committee will be meeting on Wednesday, January 4, 2023, at Columbia Food Center and Schild’s IGA helped enormously issues to be ironed out. The contract with the Lorain Coun-
ty Sheriff was discussed. The new contract will not meet our
with donations of food and gift cards. Thank you so very much
4 p.m. in the Columbia Town Hall. There will be a consultant to all of the individuals who donated gifts, money and/or gift needs. It was decided that the Township will remain on the old
presentation on January 10 and 12, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. in the cards. There are far too many of you to mention, and many program.
Columbia Town Hall. preferred to be anonymous donors, but if we have forgotten New Business
The cell tower lease was discussed. It was decided to leave
Columbia Athletic Hall of Fame anyone, we apologize and know that we could not do any of the contract the same.The Trustees ordered a new snow plow
this without your help. Thanks also to Fifth Third Bank for al-
Inductees lowing us to place wish lists in their lobby. So many wonderful for the new truck ordered. It will cost $15,754. The Trustees
voted to allow a replacement home sewage treatment system for
people reached out to help in purchasing and wrapping gifts for
The Columbia Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony the kids of Columbia and we are so very thankful! Columbia is 26373 Folley Road and allow the discharge to go into the ditch.
will be held on Friday, January 13, at Columbia High School. truly a great place to live! The Trustees voted to place “No Parking on Fire Hydrant Side”
Sincerely, Susie Dunn & Suzy Andrews - Columbia Giving
signs for the Columbia Reserve Subdivision. The Trustees plan
This year’s class of inductees are: Keith Mescan (1994), Emily Tree to file for a storm water planning grant to clean Ives ditch.
Nagle (2010) and the 1965 880 yd. Relay Team (Dave Kuhn, The Trustees discussed allowing Columbia Gas to do an open
Dick Moore, Glenn Putt & William Sanders). The induction Columbia Local Science Fair cut on North Boone Road. The Trustees will allow it but the Lo-
ceremony will take place immediately following the CHS JV rain County Engineer will need to monitor the repair of the road.
boys basketball game (game time is 5:30 p.m). The Varsity reminder The Trustees will apply for the NOPEC 2023 Community Event
game will be played after the ceremony. The Raiders opponent Sponsorship Grant of $1500. They have to apply by April 30.
will be the Clippers of Clearview High School. This is a reminder for any student in grades 7-12 planning They discussed the land swap on Snell Road with emerald
Congratulations to the Class of 2023 Inductees! on participating in the Columbia Local Science Fair on Thurs- woods. If the prosecutor accepts it the Trustees will allow it.
CHS Shoe Drive day, January 19, at 6 p.m. in the cafeteria. You must have the Township Offices will be closed Friday, December 23.
following items for judging - a written report, a project journal
Committee Reports
and a trifold display board. All 3 items must be present that Mr. Cunningham reported that the Lorain County Township
The Columbia High School Marching Band is conducting a evening for judging. If you are in need of a trifold board or Association will meet Jan. 9 in Sheffield .
shoe drive until January 31, 2023, to raise funds for their new have questions, please contact Mrs. Karl at bkarl@clsdraiders. After Community Input the meeting was adjourned. The
uniforms based on the total weight of pairs of shoes collected. org. Also, please make sure that you register with Mrs. Karl by next regular meeting will be Tuesday, January 3, 2023 at 7
Anyone can help by donating gently worn, used and new shoes January 1, 2023 to confirm your participation in this event and p.m. in Town Hall. This will be the Organizational Meeting.
to our drop off points in the Columbia High School and Colum- receive an assignment spot for your project.
bia Middle School front lobbies. COLUMBIA NEWS CONTINUED ON PAGE 5
All donated shoes will then be redistributed throughout the
Funds2Orgs network of micro-enterprise partners. Funds2Orgs
tain and grow small businesses in developing countries. Pro- Columbia Trustees Meeting
works with micro-entrepreneurs in helping them create, main-
ceeds from the sales of the shoes collected in the shoe drive
fundraisers are used to feed, clothe and house their families.
By donating gently worn, used and new shoes to the Columbia
High School Marching Band, the shoes will be given a sec- The Columbia Township Board of Trustees met on Monday,
ond chance and make a difference in people’s lives around the December 19, 2022 at 7 p.m. in Town Hall with all three trust-
world. ees present and the Fiscal Officer, Mandie Andrews.
Before the regular order of business the oath of office for
Giving Tree Thank You new fire department members and presentation of awards took 6757 Center Rd
Valley City
place. Four new members who had successfully completed
Dear Columbia residents, their probationary requirements were sworn in. Six members 330-483-1190
of the department received the Star of Life award for their life
On behalf of Columbia Schools’ Giving Tree, we would like saving action and care during an EMS call involving two se-
to take the opportunity to thank all those businesses and indi- verely burned patients on November 3, 2019. Also the Colum- www.gandalfspub.com
viduals who generously donated funds, gifts and food to some bia Township Fire Department issued the award for Firefighter
of Columbia’s struggling families. More than 25 of Columbia’s of the Year to Lieutenant Gerald Peters. Taco Tuesday
families were able to enjoy gifts for their children as well as a When the regular order of business resumed the Trustees LUNCH SPECIALS 3 for $9
holiday meal for dinner. We would like to thank the following voted to approve the December 5, 2022 minutes. The Trustees EVERYDAY! Pick from our Taco Menu
individuals and families for their support: Tom LaMoreaux, also voted to pay the bills and payroll. The bills amounted to Hard & Soft Shells
Ali Wodoslawsky, Julie Bowes, Kurt and Pattie Filer, Connie $45,285.56 and payroll amounted to $31,823.43 bringing the MUSIC BINGO
Arndt, Beth Kobe, Michelle Boetticher, Kathy Hechko, Shawn total to $77,108.99. The Receipts totaled $24,246.41. Thursdays 7:30pm $5 Margaritas
and Katie Ondrejko family, Ken Marlette, Carol Roginsky, Em- Department Reports
ily Figliano, Stephen and Pam Coleman, Paula Adams, Scott, There was a deputy present but he had no special report. He HAPPY HOUR
Amy and Hayden Thomas, Jackie Conlon, Katherine Gilbert, did mention that the County Commissioners had approved the Wednesday
Brenda Buchanan, Melissa Shorte, Asha Montante, Lisa, Em- new deputy contract. The Tues - Fri 3-7pm MAC & CHEESE NIGHT
ily, Sean and Cullen Nagle, Nikki Puckett from Frank Clarke Zoning Inspector was absent. There was no report. $1 OFF Drafts Choose from multiple
Insurance, Toni Filut, Carla Molnar and Carrie Atkinson. The Road-Service Director reported that the Issue I committee (excluding Guinness) Artisan Meals
meeting will take place in January 2023. $2 Domestics
The Fire Chief reported 39 on file; 37 on call; 746 runs; Thursday
Happy New Year 56 mutual aid assists; 48 mutual aid requests. Transport Happy BURGER NIGHT
billing for November brought in $10,775.68 bringing the
amount for the year-to-date to ‘$138,138.25. The equip- 1/2 lb. Certified
from the team at Northern Ohio Realty ment is up and running. There will be a blood drive on De- New Angus Burger - $9
10247 Dewhurst Rd., Suite 101 cember 24, Christmas Eve. 32 people have signed up so far.
Rita Plata gave the Cemetery report. $500 was received for sale
EVERY
Elyria, Ohio 44035 of graves. The Zoning Year! Sunday
440-366-0099 Commission will meet Thursday, January 5, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. Brunch from
in Town Hall. A Public Hearing will also be held. There is no
Board of Zoning Appeals for December 2022. The next regular Scratch Kitchen 9am-2pm
meeting of the Board of Zoning Appeals will be Monday Janu- courtesty of Exec. Chef
Edward West
ary 23, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. in Town Hall. Hours: Tues-Wed: 11am-10pm, Th: 11am-11pm,
Bev Ross Sheri O’Conner Fri-Sat: 11am-12am, Sun: 9am-9pm, Mon: Closed

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LPLS events

Pet Food Drive - January 3-31. Columbia Branch. During the month of January, the Columbia
Branch will be collecting donations of dry and wet cat and dog food for the Berea ARF Pet Pantry
to support community members who need assistance in providing food for their pets. View the
complete list of needed items at LorainPublicLibrary.org.
Book Discussion - Wednesdays, January 4, at 6 p.m. at the Columbia Branch “Falling” by
T.J. Newman. Spend time each month discussing a great book and making new friends. Copies
of the books are available at the library. New members are welcome. Preregistration required.
Fiber Arts Group - Thursdays, January 5, 12, 19 & 26, from 12-4 p.m. at the Columbia
Branch. For new and long time knitters and crocheters. If you have an unfinished project that you
would like to work on with us, bring it or start something new!
Bad Art Night for Adults - Thursday, January 5, from 6-7:30 p.m. North Ridgeville Branch.
Drop in during our open art studio to create the most imaginative pieces you can come up with
and see if anyone actually fashions “bad” art. Intended for ages 18 and up. Preregistration re-
quired.
Browser’s Reading Buddies - Saturdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. January 7 & 14; February 4 &
11. North Ridgeville Branch. Children ages 5 to 10 sit and read to a therapy dog for a 15 minute
session. Call the library at (440) 327-8326 to register.
Friends of the North Ridgeville Branch Library, Inc. General Membership Meeting - Sat-
urday, January 7, from 10:30 a.m.-noon (Tentative). North Ridgeville Branch. Join a fun group
of library enthusiasts who host book sales and volunteer at various programs in support of your
beloved branch. This meeting is tentative. Please visit the online Events Calendar or call (440) JANUARY PROGRAMS
327-8326 for more information.
Writers Groups - Saturdays, 2-3:30 p.m.; January 7; February 4 at the North Ridgeville
Branch; Saturdays, January 14; February 11, from 4-5:30 p.m. at the Columbia Branch. Join us
in this pressure free and friendly writing group. Engage in writing exercises and peer critiques, EVENING BOOK DISCUSSION; “FALLING” GOLDEN GIRLS NIGHT
as well as support for whatever project you are working on. Preregistration required. Hybrid.
Stream a Little Stream - Friday, January 13, from 2-3 p.m. at the North Ridgeville Branch. BY T.J. NEWMAN Wednesday, Jan. 18
We’ll compare the value, content and convenience of various streaming channels and services so Wednesday, Jan. 4 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
you can make the most of on demand entertainment. Preregistration required. 6 to 7 p.m. A night of Golden Girls’ trivia, bingo, and of course,
Baby and Me - Mondays, 10 -10:30 a.m.; January 9, 16, 23 & 30; February 6, 13 & 20 at the cheesecake. Share your Golden Girls knowledge
North Ridgeville Branch. Thursdays, 10-10:30 a.m.; January 12, 19 & 26; February 2, 9, 16 & Spend an evening each month discussing a great book and and win prizes. In honor of Betty White, we are
23 at the North Ridgeville Branch. Bounce, wiggle and play at this interactive story time. For making new friends. Copies of the book are available at the
babies, birth through 18 months, or early walkers, with their caregivers. Preregistration required. library. New members are welcome. collecting food for the Berea ARF Pet Pantry
Tinker Time: pH Scale - Monday, January 9, from 6-7 p.m. Columbia Branch. Pop! Fizz! throughout the month of January. View the list of
Boom! Budding scientists are invited to explore and create a STEM project every month. Pre- needed items at LorainPublicLibrary.org.
registration required. FIBER ARTS GROUP
A Dawg Pound Presentation for Seniors - Sunday, January 15, from 3-4 p.m. at the North Thursdays, Jan. 5, 12, 19, 26
Ridgeville Branch. Former Browns sportswriter and author Marty Gitlin will give the history and Noon to 4 p.m. COOKBOOK CLUB
highlights of the Cleveland Browns. Preregistration required.
Game Day Appetizers - Wednesday, January 11, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Columbia Branch. For new and longtime knitters and crocheters. If you have a Thursday, Jan. 19
Learn how to make several game day worthy appetizers. Preregistration required. “UFO” (an Unfinished Object) that you would like to work on 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
The Oldyweds Game - Saturday, January 14, from 2-3 p.m. North Ridgeville Branch. Cou- with us, bring it or start something new! If you love to read, cook, learn and share
ples, long time friends, partners, married or not, join us for some hilarity to see who knows who recipes, this group is for you. Bring a dish from
best. Participants will play in teams to garner the most points to claim the highly coveted “Oldy- the selected month’s cookbook and share your
wed Award.” Preregistration required. TINKER TIME
Snack Chat Book Club - Monday, January 16, from 2-3 p.m. North Ridgeville Branch. Open experience in the kitchen and opinion on the
to those in third through sixth grades. Copies of the book is available. January 15 - “What Was Monday, Jan. 9 book. Copies are available at the library.
the March on Washington?” by Kathleen Krull and Tim Tomkinson Preregistration required. 6 to 7 p.m.
Hybrid Pop! Fizz! Boom! Budding scientists are invited to explore
Columbia Branch, 13824 W. River Rd., in Columbia Station. (440) 236-8751. and create a STEM project every month. MESSY ART
North Ridgeville Branch, 35700 Bainbridge Rd., in North Ridgeville. (440) 327-8326. Saturday, Jan. 21
TALES FOR TYKES 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Tuesdays, Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31 Your little one will squish, pour and mix different
colors and textures together to create process-
WILLIE’S GARAGE Stories, movement, and rhymes for active walkers through centered masterpieces. Dress for a mess and
WILLIE’S GARAGE
10:30 to 11 a.m.
wear old clothes. Recommended for ages 2 to
3-years-old with their caregivers.


5.
TABLETOP GAMES CLUB
Tuesdays, Jan. 10, 24 STREAM A LITTLE STREAM
6 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 21
Join us for a fun evening of card and board games. 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
We’ll compare the value, content and
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2023! convenience of various streaming channels
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Mondays, Jan. 23
CALL TODAY FOR YOUR
APPOINTMENT & SAVE! PARACHUTE PLAY 2 to 3 p.m.
Spend an afternoon each month discussing a
*Must present coupon. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Excludes tires & Thursdays, Jan. 12, 19, 26 great book and making new friends. Copies
batteries See store for full details. Expires 01/31/23. 10:30 to 11 a.m. of the book are available at the library. New
Join us for stories, songs and rhymes with a parachute!
This interactive and playfilled program is recommended for members are welcome.

ages 2 to 5.
NEW YEAR’S TRAVEL SPECIAL! SPICE CLUB KITS
> Lube, Oil & Filter Service Includes a Multi-point GLITTER AND GLUE: HAND LETTERING Monday, Jan. 30
> Inspect All Belts & Hoses Vehicle Inspection! Monday, Jan. 16 Infuse excitement and flavor into every meal with
our Spice Club Kits. Drop in during regular hours
> Inspect Condition of Battery 39 99 * Unleash your creativity every month with an art project for a take-home kit that will include a small
6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
$
> Set Tire Air Pressures
> Rotate All 4 Tires
amount of a featured spice, a brief history and
or craft. In January, turn your ordinary handwriting into a
recommended recipes. Available while supplies
> Inspect Brakes
playful script worthy of any card or canvas. This program
last.
is co-sponsored by the Friends of the Columbia Library.

*Most Vehicles. Includes up to 5-qts Conventional Oil. Synthetic Oils Extra.
Plus tax & shop supplies. See store for full details. Expires 01/31/23.
Please note preregistration
Willie’s Garage is required for all programs except
24393 Sprague Rd., Columbia Station 44028 www.LorainPublicLibrary.org where noted.
440-235-1655 Visit the online calendar for the
[email protected] most current information
LorainPublicLibrary.org/events.
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Published Bi-Weekly on Monday
Abel E. Carpenter & Grace A. Carpenter
Founders 1955
Lee Boise, Publisher & President
Leonard Boise, Publisher 1993-2010
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 966, Columbia Station, OH 44028
Located at 24487 Squire Rd, Columbia Station
Phone: 440-236-8982
Emails: [email protected]
[email protected]
Website: www.rural-urbanrecord.com
DEADLINE: Grief Share
News, Pictures & ALL ads - Wednesday at 12 p.m.
OFFICE HOURS: By Appointment’ You don’t need to go through your grieving process alone.
Out of Area Subscriptions - $40/year Grief Share is a faith-based support group for those who have
lost a loved one and are looking for answers as you sort through
PLEASE NOTE: We have limited office hours on certain the grief. We offer support, comfort and guidance through
days, so please call ahead to schedule an appointment or shared experiences and we encourage you to join us. Bring a
leave a message and someone will call you back as soon as friend if you’d like
possible. Due to limited staff, it’s not always possible to call The sessions are at Christ Church West Campus, located at
back the same day you called, but if your information is 1420 S. Abbe Rd., in Elyria, on Mondays, January 16 through Your are always welcome at Lakeview Free Will
timely, it will be included in our next available issue. April 10, 2023, from 7-8:30 p.m. Christian Unity Church Baptist Church
If you use the above emails, these are checked daily and 36353 Capel Rd., Grafton, Ohio
For more information or to register, visit www.griefshare.
12025 Durkee Rd., Grafton
Pastor Neal Brock
will be answered within a 24 hour period, M-F. org or call the church at (440) 236-8282. www.christianunitychurch.org Sunday School 10 AM,
Sunday School for all ages 10am
Sunday Worship Service - 11am & 6pm Worship Service 11 AM.
Fish Fry Dinner Annual Pasta Dinner Wednesday Prayer Meeting - 7pm Everyone welcome
Pittsfield Community Church, located at the corner of St. Please join us on Sunday, February 5, from 12-3 p.m. for the
Rts. 58 and 303, is having a Fish Fry Dinner on Saturday, Janu- annual Pasta Dinner at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, located Church of Christ Hosanna Lutheran Church
ary 14. Serving time is from 5-7 p.m. All dinners are $14 and at 25801 Royalton Road, Route 82, in Columbia Station. The Sunday Bible Study 9:30 am 13485 West River Rd.
all are welcome. dinner menu will include pasta with authentic homemade old- Sunday Worship 10:30 am & 5 pm Columbia Station
440-236-8900
world sauce, meatballs, salad, roll, homemade dessert, and bev- Wednesday Bible Study 7 pm Family Worship at Noon
Gentle Woman Fellowship erage. Tickets will be sold at the door. Adult dinners are $15. 211 Forest St., LaGrange [email protected]
Dinners for children 12 and under are $8. We offer a dine-in
440-355-6872
www.hosannalutheranchurch.com
Gentle Woman Fellowship, an Inter-Parish Group, option or carry out. There will be a silent auction and raffle for
many wonderful gifts, as well as a 50/50 cash raffle.
meets on the first Fridays at Saint Clarence Parish Center, lo-
cated at 30106 Lorain Road, in North Olmsted. GRAFTON UNITED
On Friday, January 6, 2023 the schedule of activities include Winter Crisis appointments METHODIST CHURCH
attending Holy Mass/Pray to the Rosary in the Chapel at 8:30 “Answering God’s Call to Grow” 973 Mechanic St. •Grafton •926-2034
“Answering God’s Call to Grow”
10:00am Worship
a.m. At about 9:30 a.m. we will gather in classroom 8 for coffee 105 West Main St, LaGrange Mission:
440-355-4561
and a snack, followed by this months speaker, Vicky Follen, Winter heating assistance, for residents who are without www.lagrangeumc.org “Putting God’s Word to Work”
currently President of Southwest Cuyahoga Right to Life and heat or threatened with disconnection, is available through Services at 10am in the Family Life Center Pastor Bob Spaulding
Executive Director of LifeWorks, which provides the Choose March 31, 2023.
Life Program to students in grades 6-8. Vicky will speak about Winter Crisis applicants must be living at or below 175%
Life Works Ohio’s approach to instructing students about pro- of the federal poverty line. Crisis appointments can be sched-
life issues and also what the students have taught them! Start the uled at lccaa.secure.force.com/appointments for the following COLUMBIA
new year off by learning from her thirty years of pro-life work reasons:
and spread what you learn to as many people as possible. If you •Heat has been disconnected; BAPTIST CHURCH
will be attending the gathering with the speaker, you need to •A disconnection notice has been received; “Loving God; Loving Others”
R.S.V.P. to Mary Tschanz at (440) 235-6258. First Fridays are •You need to establish new service; American Baptist Church
canceled when North Olmsted City Schools are closed. •You need to pay to transfer service; 25514 Royalton Road
All women welcome, come and bring a friend! •Bulk fuel users have less than a 10-day supply of wood,
coal, pellets, propane or oil; 440-236-8206
•Defaulted on PIPP payments. 9:15 a.m.
These emergency situations qualify for an appointment with Sunday School
LCCAA staff, which will be conducted over the phone. for all ages
10:30 a.m.
Those with a pending disconnection notice must provide Family Worship
an account number during appointment scheduling to place a Stairlift Access
hold on the disconnection. The appointment must be at least 48 Rev. Phil Betts
hours before the scheduled disconnection. Missing or resched-
uling the appointment may result in disconnection.
In person services are being offered for seniors only in part-
Sunset Funeral - Cemetery - Cremation Services nership with the Lorain County Office on Aging. An LCCAA Our Lady Queen of Peace
Promising to serve your family as if they are our own. Energy Services employee is stationed at the LCOA office in
Free Preplanning Guide and 10% off Elyria from 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Those Catholic Church
any Service with the mention of this ad. 60 and over who are not comfortable making an online appoint-
Sunset Ask for Laura Scott ment may walk in during those hours.
FUNERAL • CREMATION SERVICES • CEMETERY 440-777-0450 A secure drop box is available at LCCAA, located at 936 Weekend Masses WeekdayMasses
Broadway Ave., in Lorain, for required documents. (Church) (Chapel)
Required documentation includes: Sat. 4:30 p.m. Mon., Tues.,
•Income information for all household members 18 years of Sun. 8:30 Thurs., Fri. 9 a.m.
age or older for the last 30 days; & 11 a.m. (Church)
•Any member reporting “no income” must complete a no Wed. 6:30 p.m.
income form;
Helping You Plan a Personal Remembrance •Social Security numbers for all household members; ~708 Erie St., Grafton • 440-926-2364~
36625 Center Ridge Road | N. Ridgeville | 327-2955 •Proof of citizenship for all household members;
www.bognerfamilyfuneralhome.com •Most recent electric and gas bills.
For a complete list of countable income, please visit their
website.
Maximum benefits for Winter Crisis are: $175 for regulated Advertise your church or funeral home
gas and electric utilities; $750 for unregulated gas and electric on The Rural-Urban Record’s
FUNERAL HOME utilities; $900 for bulk fuel, propane, heating oil or kerosene;
2089 Columbia Road and $550 for coal or wood.
Cremation • Monuments Valley City, OH 44280 The program can also fund up to $500 in heating unit repairs CHURCH PAGE
Pre-paid Funerals 330-483-3300 or replacements.
If you do not have a disconnect notice but need help paying
1021 Main St., Grafton “Understanding When your bill, you may be eligible for the Home Energy Assistance Ad prices start as low as only
Needed Most”
$
440-926-2048 www.bauerfuneralhome1943.com Program. Applications for that program are taken at energy- 17 per issue!
www.dukefuneralhome.com Pre-Need Planning Available help.ohio.gov. No appointment is needed.
If you have questions about an existing application, you can
also call (440) 245-1870 Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. This special page is reserved for local
- 5 p.m., to speak with a representative. The lobby reception churches and funeral homes only.
Laubenthal -Mercado window at 936 Broadway Ave., in Lorain, is open for one visi- For more information, please email:
tor at a time. Masks are required.
LM by entrance. The box is checked hourly. Documents can also be information must be in article form. Craft, rummage or any
No documents are accepted at the window. A weather-tight,
FUNERAL HOME
[email protected]
secure document drop box is stationed at the agency’s rear lob-
Now offering On-site
Cremation Services
faxed to (440) 457-0337.
PLEASE NOTE:
Funeral Home is also
At this special rate, only church names, locations
Food Pantry
Handicap Accessible
and service times can be included. Events and other
Serving Families for over 50 years
The St. Martin of Tours Food Pantry is open from 12-2 p.m.
38475 Chestnut Ridge Rd. • Elyria, Ohio 44035
space. These must be paid advertisements.
tion Rd., in Valley City (located behind the white house). The
440-322-4626 • 440-323-1929 on the second and fourth Thursday of each month, at 1824 Sta- other vendor-related event can not be included in our free
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Sonny dreams of a better world
Lorain County in the 1950 Census: vation easements in perpetuity. NRCS pays 100 percent of the
easement value for the purchase of the easement. Additionally,
Insights and Discoveries in Ohio, NRCS pays 100 percent of the restoration costs.
•30-year Easements - 30-year easements expire after 30
On Monday, January 9, 2023, at 7 p.m., the Lorain County years. Under 30-year easements, in Ohio, NRCS pays 75 per-
Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society will present a virtual cent of the easement value for the purchase of the easement.
program by genealogist Scott Norrick. With the April 2022 re- Additionally, NRCS pays 75 percent of the restoration costs.
lease of the 1950 Census, many of us are exploring the names •30-year Contracts - 30-year contracts are only available to
and locations of the connections that we see there. Genealogist enroll acreage owned by Indian tribes and program payment
rates are commensurate with 30-year easements.
Scott Norrick, of ancestralpast.com., will teach the attendees Please call your local NRCS Service Center for more infor-
how to discover the unique life of our ancestor’s communities. mation at (440) 323-5648 Ext. 3.
This online program is open to the public and free.
Contact <[email protected]> and ask to be added
to the list to receive a link to the meeting. Audubon Society Program They dream of a better world. Let’s give them one!
Soil and Water Conservation news The Black River Audubon on programs, volunteering or This is Sonny! A donation, of any amount, can help her on
Society will present evolu- becoming a member, please the path “From A Cage, to a Couch.” It’s easy: Visit www.Part-
The 2023 Application Deadline for the USDA-Natural Re- tionary biologist Dr. Robert visit blackriveraudubon.org nersWithPAWSLC.com and use the PayPal tab on the home
sources Conservation Service (NRCS) Wetland Reserve Ease- Edwards and his program, and remember to LIKE us on page Venmo: @PWP-LA.
ment (WRE) Program is 2/17/2023. The WRE program is a “The Past, Present and Fu- Facebook!
voluntary program in which landowners can enter into an agree- ture of Biological Diversity
ment with NRCS to restore wetlands on their land. Wetland Re- and the Environment: Why
serve Easements provide habitat for fish and wildlife (including NE Ohio and the Great Lakes
threatened and endangered species), improve water quality by Matter,” on Tuesday, January
filtering sediments and chemicals, reduce flooding, recharge 3, at 7 p.m., at the Carlisle
groundwater, protect biological diversity, provide resilience Reservation Visitor’s Center,
to climate change and provide opportunities for educational, located at 12882 Nickle Plate
scientific and limited recreational activities. Land eligible for Diagonal Road, in LaGrange.
wetland reserve easements includes privately held farmed or Dr. Edwards is assistant
converted wetland that can be successfully and cost-effectively curator of environment at
restored. NRCS will prioritize applications based on the ease- the Cleveland Museum of
ment’s potential for protecting and enhancing habitat for migra- Natural History. His research Wishing you a
tory birds and other wildlife. focuses on the causes, pro-
Wetland Reserve enrollment options include: cesses and patterns of species Happy &
•Permanent Easements - Permanent easements are conser- distribution across environ- Healthy
ments - a critical tool for pro- Have a Safe &
tecting biodiversity and the New Year!
Happy New Year health of the planet. Happy
Dr. Edwards will be
from speaking about the history Laubenthal -
of North American flora, its
Jim Wirscham, Realtor distribution, planning for fu- Mercado New Year!
10247 Dewhurst Rd., Suite 101 ture challenges and how the Funeral Services
Elyria, Ohio 44035 Cleveland Museum of Natu-
C: 440.567.4144 ral History and other conser-
vation organizations are po- 38475 Chestnut Ridge Rd.,
sitioned to help take on these Elyria Keep in touch with your community
challenges. Visit: www.CarlisleTownship.com
This program is free to the 440-322-4626 Paid for by The Lorain County Commissioners
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ship for the use of the Hall Engineers. Trustee Conrad and will be opened at the Feb- At 9:16 p.m. Chairman
The Lagrange-Keystone Alumni for a Polling Place. Denes inspected this work on the ruary 7 meeting. Johnson re- Johnson declared the meeting
ported that a hearing will be
back in regular session.
reported that all food and
Phase II portion of the previ-
Zoning Inspector Brett
Association may be looking for you toys collected at the Decem- ous Curtis Ditch project and scheduled for December 20, Linden reported that six per-
ber 3rd Christmas Concert
at 7 p.m. to review the chang-
contacted resident Jim Lucas
were delivered to Well-Help regarding same. Conrad said es proposed by the Zoning mits were issued in Novem-
If you went to LaGrange High School or Keystone High on December 5 for their toy work looks good. Flynn fol- Commission. Johnson will ber.
School, we are looking for your contact information. The giveaway on December 6. lowed up with Bremke. Fly- revise the notice and forward With no additional busi-
Alumni Committee is attempting to collect addresses (especial- Thanks to all the generous nn reported that Wellington to FO Denes for publication. ness to discuss, the meeting
ly email addresses) from our fellow classmates. We are missing Concert attendees for their Trustee Fred Pitts wants to At 8:18 p.m. Chairman was adjourned at 9:27 p.m.
information on approximately 5,000 classmates. Your email donations. Denes reported meet with Trustees to discuss Johnson made a motion to go with a motion made by Chair-
address allows us to reach you with zero cost to the Alumni that LMRE decided that they mutual ditch cleaning proj- into executive session to dis- man Johnson, seconded by
Association as we save on post cards and postage. did not need the small hall on ect this week. Flynn reported cuss employment of a public Trustee Conrad.
This year’s banquet will be held on May 13, 2023 at the old December 2 and wished to that he and FO Denes had employee.
high school. The Class of 1973 is the honored class in 2023 as donate the $100 rental fee to spoken with Russ Johnson of
they celebrate their 50 reunion. the Recreation Board as Rec TransCanada regarding the United Way is now recruiting free
th
Please email [email protected] with your con- Board President, aka Santa unpaid invoice for road dam-
tact information for more information on the banquet. Ladies, had attended their event. A age. Johnson told Denes that tax preparation volunteers
please include your maiden names so we can locate you with motion was made by Trustee the check should be cut on
your class. Also, check out the Keystone High School Friends Flynn, seconded by Chairman Friday. Flynn is trying to get United Way of Greater Lorain County is actively recruiting
Facebook page. Johnson to make payment to Edwards Tree Service sched- local volunteers to assist with free tax preparation services for
Best regards, the Recreation Board of $100. uled to remove the damaged area residents. Lorain County Free Tax Prep Coalition prepares
Employee Bob Storms,
trees at the roadside park.
Sandi Thornsberry, Alumni Association President residents Andy Hoops & Ron Denes questioned whether the and files federal and state tax returns at no cost to households
Knapp had no questions or stump grinding was part of earning less than a $60,000 annual income. In 2022, tax prepar-
ers filed over 1,500 federal tax returns, bringing more than $2.5
Penfield Twp. Trustees comments. their original quote, or an ad- million to Greater Lorain County communities. For the 2023 tax
Recreation Board Presi-
ditional charge. Flynn advised
season, approximately 50 volunteers will be needed to serve as
dent Tom Seman reported that
that it was an additional $700
Santa was very well received charge. Flynn will research IRS certified tax preparers.
“We are excited to provide this vital service to our neighbors
by all. The Recreation Board the replacement refrigerator while ensuring the confidentiality and safety of our customers,
The December 6, 2022, Trustee Conrad. A motion is making plans to hold a for the Community Room
regular meeting of the Pen- was made to approve Voucher movie night on February 19 kitchen. One with an external volunteers and staff,” said Christine Matusik-Plas, community
impact director at United Way of Greater Lorain County. “This
field Township Trustees was #14063-14093, BC #37-2022, at 5 p.m., an Easter Brunch on thermometer is required by program is two-fold. Not only are we putting hard-earned dol-
called to order at 7:30 p.m. and PO #53-55-2022, and the April 2, and their 3rd annual the LC Public Health Depart- lars back into the pockets of local families, but we are provid-
All officers were present. Five November monthly reports & craft show on April 29. ment. Flynn thanked the Rec- ing our volunteers the opportunity to gain essential knowledge
guests attended the meeting. band reconciliation by Trust- Trustee Conrad reported reation Board, the Penfield about how tax law works to make a difference to others.”
The minutes of the previ- ee Flynn seconded by Trustee that Chuck Magel is willing Historical Society, and the No prior experience is necessary to become a tax prepara-
ous meeting were approved Conrad. A motion was made to serve another term on the Lagrange Community Band tion volunteer. The free IRS certified training will be conducted
with a motion made by Chair- by Trustee Flynn, seconded Zoning Commission, Amy for a wonderful evening on at United Way’s headquarters in downtown Lorain in January
man Johnson, seconded by by Chairman Johnson to ap- Younglas, 1st BZA alternate the 3rd. 2023. In addition to preparing and filing state and federal tax
prove Resolution #22-015 is interested in serving on the Chairman Johnson report- returns, certified volunteers also will have the opportunity to
allocating additional ARPA board, Resident Greg Youn- ed that there were 114 audi- inform filers about eligible tax credits such as the federal Earned
Fund expenditures. A motion glas is willing to serve on ence members and 31 band Income Tax Credit (EITC).
was made by Trustee Flynn, the Zoning Commission or members in attendance at the Retired financial professionals, college-aged youth explor-
seconded by Trustee Conrad the BZA, and Scott Hopkins concert. Johnson will mea- ing careers in the finance industry and adults interested in help-
to approve Permanent Ap- is willing to serve as 1st al- sure and order stools for the ing their community are all excellent volunteers. Bilingual vol-
propriations for 2023 in the ternate on the BZA. Conrad kitchen counter. Johnson will unteers are highly needed for this upcoming tax season.
amount of $662,063.04. reached out to Dave Lenzer revise the Cemetery mowing For more information about volunteering with the Free Tax
Fiscal Officer Denes read regarding another term, but bid notice for posting in The
the correspondence which has received no response. Rural-Urban and mailing to Prep Impact Initiative through United Way of Greater Lorain
County, visit uwloraincounty.org/taxvolunteer or call (440)
included the finalized LC Trustee Flynn spoke with individual businesses. The 277-6530.
Health Plan for 2023, a thank resident Dean Bremke re- bids are due on February 6,
you from the LC Board of garding some ditch cleaning
Elections thanking the Town- being conducted by the LC
Happy New Year

from
Ken Keiffer, Realtor
Burnette Septic 10247 Dewhurst Rd, Suite 101
120 Commerce Dr. Elyria, Ohio 44035
LaGrange (440) 355-5922
440-355-5526




NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS
Sealed proposals will be received until 7:30pm on February 7, 2023 at the Penfield Town-
ship Hall located at 41012 State Route 18, Wellington, Ohio 44090 for the furnishing of all
labor, material and equipment for the Webster Rd Resurfacing, Phase 1 project in Penfield
Township in accordance with plans and specifications prepared by the office of Ken Carney,
Lorain County Engineer. The work consists of planning and resurfacing Webster Road from
SR 301 to Whitehead Road. All interested parties are welcome to attend the bid opening to
be held immediately following the deadline, at the Penfield Township Hall.
All materials and equipment must meet the specifications of the Ohio Department of
Transportation and work performed shall be under the supervision of Lorain County Engi-
neer. All contractors involved with this project will, to an extent practicable use Ohio prod-
ucts, materials, services and labor in implementation of this project. Additionally, contractor
compliance with the equal employment opportunity requirements of Ohio Administrative
Code Chapter 123 is required. Bidders are hereby notified that funds to be expended for this
project are being furnished by the Ohio Public Works Commission, and Penfield Township.
Bidders must comply with the prevailing wage rates on Public Improvements in Lorain
County, Ohio as determined by the Ohio Department of Commerce, Bureau of Wage and
Hour Administration, (614) 644-2239.
Official bid documents and specifications can be obtained at the office of the Lorain Coun-
ty Engineer, 247 Hadaway Street, Elyria, Ohio between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 4:00
P.M., Monday through Friday. Only bids prepared on the official documents obtained by the
County Engineer will be accepted. A $50.00 non-refundable deposit is required for each set
of bidding documents. Bids must be accompanied by a Bid Guaranty and Contract Bond in
accordance with Section 153.54 of the Ohio Revised Code. Bid security furnished in Bond
form, shall be issued by a Surety Company or Corporation licensed in the State of Ohio to
provide said surety.
Each proposal shall contain the full name or names of persons and company submitting
the proposal and shall be enclosed in a sealed envelope marked “Webster Rd Resurfacing,
Phase 1”.
The Penfield Township Board of Trustees reserves the right to reject any and all proposals
and to waive any informalities or irregularities if it is deemed in the best interest of Pen-
field Township to do so. Any interpretation, correction or modification to the specifications
desired shall be in writing to the Penfield Township Trustees Attention Vicki Denes, Fiscal
Officer, 41012 State Route 18, Wellington, Ohio 44090, and must be received at least four (4)
working days prior to the date of bid opening.
BY ORDER OF: Vicki Denes, Fiscal Officer

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Small businesses continue to be the backbone of the North American business Local newspapers play vital roles in communities across the globe. The
community. According to the career resource Zippia, there are 33.2 million small Information Age has changed the way many people get their news, but local
businesses in the United States. Those organizations employ around 62 million peo- newspapers continue to serve as valuable resources for readers interested in
ple. The financial wellness company Fortunly says that small businesses account for learning more about and becoming more involved in their communities.
nearly half of all private sector jobs in Canada. In fact, small employer businesses While local publishers continue to adapt to the changes brought about by
made up 98.1 percent of all businesses in Canada in 2021. technology, the following are a handful of benefits unique to local newspa-
Despite the prevalence of small businesses and the abundance of people willing pers.
to become entrepreneurs, 20 percent of these firms fail within the first year, and only • Local newspapers keep readers up-to-date on their own communities.
55 percent survive five years or more, says Zippia. The COVID-19 pandemic was Globalization may be here to stay, but that does not mean local communities
particularly harsh on small businesses. However, many of them survived through are no longer home to newsworthy events. National and international news-
digitization that they plan to continue to utilize even when the pandemic is long papers and 24-hour cable news channels can keep men and women up-to-date
gone. on national and world news, but in many instances, local newspapers are the
Maintaining a small business through economic highs and lows and other issues only means people have to learn about what’s going on in their own commu-
often comes down to customer involvement. Consumers are the driving forces be- nities.
hind the success of small businesses. Here are some effective ways for consumers • Local newspapers benefit nearby businesses. Small business owners often
to help small businesses grow. connect with community members via local newspapers. A strong, locally
• Shop local. The “Shop Local” movement has been around for awhile but re- based small business community can improve economies in myriad ways,
mains as relevant as ever. Shopping local means becoming repeat patrons at the creating jobs in the community and contributing tax dollars that can be used
independent businesses that comprise Main Street as opposed to the chain stores to strengthen local schools and infrastructure. And local newspapers do their
that dominate strip malls. part by providing affordable and effective advertising space to local business
• Share on social. Social media can be a great way to spread the word about owners looking to connect with their communities.
businesses you like and point out particular examples why you shop there. Utilizing • Local newspapers can strengthen communities. Local newspapers are
social media platforms to highlight the positive attributes of a business can help that great resources for residents who want to become more active in their com-
business grow. munities and learn more about community events. Local newspapers often
• Call direct for take-out orders. Those ubiquitous third-party food delivery showcase community events like carnivals, local theater productions and
services may be convenient, but businesses have to share the profit from your pur- projects like park cleanups. These are great ways for readers to become more
chase with the delivery service, cutting into their bottom lines. Pick up your order active in their communities and build stronger communities as a result.
or rely on the restaurants’ own delivery teams. • Local newspapers can benefit children. National newspapers may have
• Engage with the business online. Complicated algorithms and other factors little age-appropriate content to offer young children, but local newspapers
determine how a business’ website or social media page gets seen by the public. You tend to include more soft news items than national periodicals, and such sto-
can help things along by liking pages, visiting the website frequently and sharing ries typically are appropriate for young readers. According to Newspapers in
any posts. Education, students who participated in an NIE group in Florida performed
• Speak about a business in person. When out and about, whether you’re dining significantly better in spelling and vocabulary than nonreaders. Additional
with friends or chatting with a stranger, try to push and recommend businesses you studies have indicated that students who use newspapers in the classroom
support. If someone compliments your lawn, shoes or haircut, mention the busi- perform better on standardized reading tests than those who do not use news-
nesses that did the work or sold you the products. papers in class.
• Suggest opportunities for exposure. If you know about a school or organiza- Many local newspapers have played vital roles in their communities for
tion looking for vendors, make the suggestion to a small business you use frequent- decades, providing a go-to resource for local readers and business owners.
ly. They may get new customers from participating in the event.
Small businesses are driving forces in the economy. Consumers can do their part
to keep them thriving and profitable.

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Stevie Wonder seeks loving home
Heart & Sole Walking Challenge Lorain County prepares to skin treatment, part of his


North Ridgeville Heart & Sole health collaborative invites celebrate Bicentennial tail had to be amputated and
we quickly realized that he’s
residents to a January Walking Challenge. The challenge runs 200 years ago, in 1822, www.lchs.org/events blind. But we also quickly
January 2-31. All ages and abilities are welcome. No pre-reg- the Ohio Legislature formed •About December 26, learned that Stevie doesn’t let
istration required. Lorain County. The Lorain 1822: Documents in the col- his past or his blindness keep
How to participate: County Bicentennial Com- lection of the Lorain County him from being one of the
1. Attend indoor walking; two locations available: mittee has been established to Historical Society provide ev- coolest, sweetest dogs ever!
•LCCC University Partnership Ridge Campus, 32121 Lo- research, promote and cele- idence that the establishment To assure Stevie’s lifelong
rain Road, North Ridgeville, on Mondays 5-6:30 p.m. (indoor brate important milestones in of the county was not a fast success in a new adoptive
walking continues through March 27). Lorain County’s early history. process. home, ARF sent him to a spe-
•Liberty Elementary School, 5700 Jaycox Road, North Rid- This 18-month celebration Less than two years after cialized trainer who devoted
geville, on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5-6:30 p.m. (indoor walk- will highlight how Lorain Heman Ely settled Elyria in two weeks to socializing him
ing continues through March 30). County’s 30 political subdi- 1817, a letter dated January and improving his leash man-
2. Enter the building’s main doors and sign in at the indoor visions – townships, villages 13, 1819 from Ely’s brother, ners. Now comfortable in his
walking table each time you attend and provide your name and and municipalities – worked Justin Ely, mentions Heman’s Stevie Wonder foster home, Stevie is crate
email. together to make the county intention of making Elyria a Stevie Wonder had a rough trained, smart, curious and
Participant names will be entered into a random prize draw- successful across Ohio’s ear- county seat. Unfortunately, start to life - he was neglect- loves to play tug. He loves
ing for every indoor walking event attended (for example, ly history, two World Wars another letter from Justin, dat- ed by his owner, then stuffed people, walks and snuggling
attending 10 indoor walking events earns 10 entries into the and today’s period of growth. ed January 29, 1820, consoles into a crate, abandoned and on the couch.
The Bicentennial Commit-
Heman on the Ohio Legisla-
drawing). Three winners will each win one $25 gift certificate tee, working with the Lorain ture’s refusal to name Elyria a left to die. Thankfully a part- Could Stevie be the per-
to Walmart or Starbucks, and a Heart and Sole t-shirt. The win- County Historical Society and “County Town.” ner rescue was able to save fect match for you? If you’re
ners will be emailed on February 3. the Lorain County Visitor’s Providing encouragement him and quickly reached out interested in meeting him,
If the school or building is closed due to weather or holi- Bureau, plans to release spe- in March 1820, Justin advises to ARF for help. please call his consultant, Ra-
day, indoor walking is also canceled. For cancellations, check cial events on the calendar in Heman to sell water rights to When Stevie arrived at chael, at (440) 773-0270.
the school website or the Heart and Sole Facebook page. The the near future, and much of increase Elyria’s population ARF he required immediate
mission of the challenge is to encourage residents to stay active what it can do will depend on and to construct adequate
during the cold weather months. Staying active can strengthen fundraising and financial sup- buildings to increase Elyria’s
the immune system and reduce the risk of chronic diseases like port. favorability. Additional letter Happy New Year!
diabetes or obesity. It also has a positive impact on mood and “There are several com- writers confirm that Heman
mental health. munity partners who are Ely actively sought the for- from
Check out other ways to keep active in North Ridgeville: energized to engage on this mation of a new county with Denny Krasienko, Realtor
•Sign up for an exercise class through North Ridgeville important initiative; highlevel Elyria as the county seat in
Parks and Recreation. meetings are being planned 1820 and 1821. He even took C: 440-221-3555
•Walk the paths at Town Center Trail and the North Rid- and held,” said committee trips to Columbus on horse-
geville Heart & Sole Fitness Trail at Shady Drive (the City of Chairman Andrew Lipian, back to campaign for the act. 10247 Dewhurst Rd., Suite 101
North Ridgeville will plow these paths during snowy weather). “this is a once-in every-100- However, the state refused to Elyria, Ohio 44035
Heart and Sole is a community-based group powered by the years opportunity, so we want organize a new county.
United Way of Greater Lorain County and facilitated by Lorain to get it right to honor Lorain On December 26, 1822 the
County Public Health. The collaborative includes partners from County’s past, present and fu- Ohio Legislature, with Joseph
local businesses, agencies and organizations working toward ture,” Lipian said. Richardson as Speaker of the
one goal of making the healthy choice the easy choice in the Lorain County Recorder House of Representatives
area. Contact Heart and Sole at [email protected] for Doran said of the milestones: and Allen Trimble as Speak-
more information. You can also follow Heart and Sole on Face- “This bicentennial will allow er of the Senate, finally acted
on Heman Ely’s wish. They
us to reflect on the past to ap-
book. preciate the journey and ac- formed the new county of Lo-
complishments of those who rain from parts of Cuyahoga,
have come before us.” Medina and Huron Counties.
The Committee plans to
celebrate each of the import-
ant milestones in the County’s
history, with the festivities
culminating on May 24, 2024
Start 2023 with a with hopes to have the Lorain
County Commissioners meet
NEW SMILE! on that date, 200 years from
the first-ever meeting in coun-
Comprehensive dental care for ty History.
“We’ll have many exciting
the whole family! announcements to come in ®
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10247 Dewhurst Rd., Elyria Important Dates:
www.deakmedicaldentistry.com •December 26, 1822: Lo-
rain County Created on paper
•February 14, 1823: Elyria
was chosen as the county seat
•April 1824: Organiza-
tion of Lorain County with
first Commissioners (John S. Licensed, Bonded, Insured Technicians Providing:
Reid, Ashabel Osborne and
Benjamin Bacon)
•May 24, 2024: 1st Meet- •Sewer/Drain Cleaning •Senior Discounts
ing of the Lorain County •Electronic Locating •Moen Faucets
Commissioners.
If you’re interested in •TV/Camera Inspection •Water Lines
getting involved with Coun-
ty Bicentennial celebrations, •High Pressure Jet /Gas Lines
contact Andrew Lipian at ali- Cleaning •Zoeller Sump Pumps
[email protected], or call
New YEAR (440) 326-4866. For updates •Excavating and Repair •In-Sink-Erator Disposals
and information on coming
events, please visit: www. •Bathroom/Kitchen •Ruud/Rheem Water
We wish you the best in lchs.org/events, https://www. Remodeling Heaters
facebook.com/LorainCounty-
HistoricalSociety or https://
the New Year! www.loraincountyohio.
gov/714/5525/BICENTEN-
NIAL.
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440-748-3751 nial Speaker Series at 3 p.m.
on Sunday, January 22, with
a presentation about the His-
tory of the Western Reserve
by Eric Rivet. Rivet is chief Your Next Service Call!
curator at the Western Re-
serve Historical Society. His
talk will be online and free
for anyone to attend, but will Not valid with any other offer. Expires 2-28-23
require registration, which
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Midview Hall of Honor program, fun games, and included free lunch. Come and meet young and old, new and experienced readers—graphic novels
Panel By Panel - Saturday, January 14, at 11 a.m. For
other seniors, socialize, and learn about all the great assistance
available in your own community on a variety of topics! are more than just bigger comic books. They allow the reader
The mission of Midview High School’s Hall of Honor Tween Video Games - Tuesday, January 10, at 4 p.m. Come to experience stories through new perspectives. Not sure where
Award is to develop positive relationships between alumni, hang out with us and play one of these great systems: PS3 or to start? Come to the monthly Graphic Novels Book Club! Jan-
students and friends by recognizing Midview’s distinguished PS4, Ninetendo Switch or Wii, XBox 360 or One. Enjoy light uary’s title is Marvels by Alex Ross and Kurt Busiek. Copies
alumni, retired staff and volunteers for their contributions as refreshments. For tweens in grades 4 – 6. Registration is re- of the book are available approximately one month before the
excellent role models to our students and community. We are quired. meeting.
currently seeking nominations for the 2023 Awards. The fol- TechBytes: Finding Your Relatives - Tuesday, January 10, Volunteens - Tuesday, January 17, at 4 p.m. Teens interested
lowing criteria will be used to evaluate each candidate: at 6 p.m. Come and find out how to find your long-lost rela- in volunteering at the library should attend this information-
Distinguished Alumni - (maximum of 5 recipients per year) tives and more for free using the library’s Ancestry database. al meeting to learn about our teen volunteering opportunities.
- The candidate’s class must have graduated at least 10 years Join John of the library’s Information Department as he goes Community service looks great on college, scholarship, and job
prior to selection.The candidate may be a graduate of Midview through the basics of how to navigate this amazing and vast applications. This program is for teens ages 12-18 and in grades
High School or the 3 high schools that merged to become Mid- resource that will help you research your own family tree. No 7-12. Registration is required.
view High School - Grafton High School, Belden High School registration is required, just drop in! TechBytes: Ins and Outs of Using eBooks & More -
& Eaton High School. AARP Tax Aide Registration - Wednesday, January 11 Wednesday, January 18, at 10 a.m. Come and find out how to
The candidate may be active in a variety of fields, includ- (Phone in only). Come and find out how to find your long-lost get the latest eBooks and more for free using the library’s Over-
ing but not limited to: medical, science and health; art and relatives and more for FREE using the library’s Ancestry Pa- drive app. Join Kim of the library’s Information Department as
literature; entertainment; business and finance; government and trons can make appointments for AARP Tax-Aide assistance by she goes through the basics of how to download digital books,
politics; education; or humanities. phone only. No online registration. The Tax-Aide program ap- audiobooks, magazines, and videos using Overdrive on your
The candidate has demonstrated leadership in his/her field pointments will take place on Fridays from February 3 through tablet or phone. No registration is required, just drop in!
in terms of career or philanthropic endeavors. April 7, 2023, at Grafton-Midview Public Library in the Com- Family Storytime - Wednesday, January 18, at 10:30 a.m.
The candidate has significantly impacted his/her area of ex- munity Room. You MUST have a pre-booked appointment to Join Miss. Maggie in the Children’s Department to read stories,
pertise. participate in this program. sing songs, perform finger plays, and more! No registration is
The candidate is recognized by the community as a person Inspired Readers - Wednesday, January 11, at 12 p.m. Join required for this event!
of good moral character with high standards. facilitator Peggy Wyar for a lively discussion of a different in- Hope & Healing with Hospice of the Western Reserve -
Distinguished Staff/Volunteer - (1 recipient per year) - The spiring book each month. The title for January’s meeting will Thursday, January 19, at 10 a.m. Join Laurie Mason, LISW-S,
candidate is retired from or currently not employed in the Mid- be Pearl in the Sand by Tessa Afshar. Bring your lunch (op- ACHP-SW, Bereavement Coordinator for the Hospice of the
view Local School District (must not have been employed by tional) and come ready to discuss the story of a woman with a Western Reserve, who will facilitate a support group for adults
the district for the last 5 years). The candidate has demonstrated wrecked past who becomes the wife of a prominent leader and who have experienced the death of a loved one. Come and learn
leadership in his/her field or area of service. who must learn to survive heartache and a stormy relationship about helpful techniques to deal with your grief and find com-
The candidate is well-respected by the students, peers and to find the true meaning of love. Copies of the title are available fort in a supportive group setting. The Hospice of the Western
community. in the Library in advance of the meeting, while supplies last. Reserve asks those who are grieving a loss from more than one
The candidate has had a significant positive impact on stu- Chair Yoga with Karen Jaynes - Thursday, January 12, year ago and those who have experienced the loss of a pet, a
dents, the school district and the community. at 1:30 p.m. Join Karen Jaynes for two one-hour sessions of child under the age of eighteen, or a person who passed away
Please contact Anne Marie Eakins at aeakins@midviewk12. chair-supported yoga in January and April. Karen will combine from suicide or homicide to not attend this program. Registra-
org or (440) 748-2124 for a nomination form or if you have any the movements and postures of yoga with active daily living tion required.
questions. All nominations must be received by January 15. practices to create a holistic movement experience. She will be-
Grafton-Midview Library gin and end the session with mindfulness and guided breathing SEE LIBRARY ON PAGE 14
practices. Participants will leave feeling present and relaxed
and with an increase in mobility. Registration required.
The Grafton-Midview Public Library has everything you Anime & Manga Society - Thursday, January 12, at 3:30
and your family needs for entertainment, education and more. p.m. Join the Anime and Manga Society to watch and discuss
Don’t have a card? No problem. To learn more about the Li- Anime, draw Manga, and have a light Japanese style snack and Happy Happy
brary or to get a library card, call (440) 926-3317 or visit our drinks. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 PM. Registra-
website at gmplibrary.org. The Library is located at 983 Main tion is required. New Year
Street, Grafton. New Year!
GMPL Holiday Closures - GMPL will observe the holidays
on December 31, and January 1, 2. Please feel free to return SENIOR OUTREACH PROGRAM To all our loyal
items in our book drop located on the parking lot side of the Sponsored by North Ridgeville Seniors, Inc. with Customers & Friends.
building. The board and staff of GMPL wish you and your From all of us to all of
family a safe and happy holiday season! GMPL is also closed programs being held at Hinkson Hysell VFW Post you, thank you for your
Monday, January 16 in observance of the Martin Luther King 3341 Banquet Hall - 783 Huron Street in Grafton support and patronage. 983 Main St.,
Junior holiday. The Grafton/LaGrange areas are looking for Meals on Wheels Grafton
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Happy New Year fruit and juice for participants. Grafton
1/5 at 2:00 pm Sign up for Senior Dinner to 440-926-2880
from be held 1/12/23 at 5:30pm. Two names per
Ted Schriver, Realtor phone call only.
10247 Dewhurst Rd., Suite 101 1/10 at 2:00 pm Senior Exercise Class being
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C: 440.225.5219 fruit and juice for participants.
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LIBRARY CONTINUED FROM PAGE 12 Annual Toni Morrison Poster Contest
and Inaugural Poetry Contest
Video Game Day - Thursday, January 19, at 3:30 p.m. Come hang out with us and play one of
these great systems: PS3 or PS4, Nintendo Switch or Wii, XBox 360 or One. Enjoy light refresh-
ments. This program is for Teens ages 12-18 and in grades 7-12. Registration required. LPLS is pleased to announce the second annual Toni Morrison Poster Contest and the addition
Level Up Gaming - Thursday, January 19, at 6 p.m. Are you missing video games, but are of a Poetry Contest.
too old to attend the teen program? Are you an adult who loves to play video games? Then this “We are one of the local entities that support the Community Foundation’s Toni Morrison Es-
program is for you. Come hang out with other adults and play video games. Enjoy one of our say Contest and just wanted to expand on that to allow creativity from different mediums so that
consoles or bring your own. Light refreshments. Registration is required. more youth could participate,” said Cheri Campbell, the LPLS librarian heading up the contest.
Do You Dino? - Saturday, January 21, at 10 a.m. It’s a lesson, it’s an activity, it’s a scien- “The more youth that we can introduce to Toni Morrison’s works to find their own voices and
tist-led video from the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History featuring scientists inspiration, the better.”
and dino experts! Do U dino? Yes, I do! Please register for one program, not all four. LPLS invites students of all ages to submit an entry into the poster contest based on one of
Winter Jubilee Digital Escape Room - Throughout the month of January. Test your sleuthing two themes: “If you want to fly, you have to give up things that weigh you down” or “What’s the
skills in this digital escape room. The Winter Jubilee Digital Escape Room is recommended for world for you if you can’t make it up the way you want it?”
grades 3-5, however anyone is welcome to participate. Visit the teen web page to participate. Guidelines: Any physical medium can be used (pencil, crayon, watercolor, stencils, etc.) Dig-
You and your friends are going to your town’s winter jubilee. There will be fun and games galore ital media may be used as well.
and of course the town’s annual Winter Jubilee Championship games. You and your friends have Artwork must be horizontal, 18 inches wide by 12 tall or 11 inches wide by 8.5 tall on white
been waiting all year for this competition. You know your team will be the one to beat, but first, posterboard or plain white drawing paper without lines. Over or undersized entries will not be
you need to brush up on your teamwork, logic, and puzzle-solving skills so you can win the considered.
competition! Do you have what it takes? The artwork must be original. No traced, trademarked or copyrighted characters or slogans.
Poster entries can be scanned to [email protected] or dropped off at any of our branch-
JVS Students Host fundraiser for Blessing House es, If scanning, please do so in .jpg with at least 300 dpi resolution. Provide name, address, tele-
phone number and email with submission. All entrants who are 18 and under must also provide
teacher, parent or caregiver names.
Deadline for submission to the poster contest is January 27. Judging will take place the week
of February 5. All winners will be notified via phone or email. First place will win $75, second
place will win $50 and third place will win $25.
The poetry contest has no specific theme, topic or form, but the work must be original. Poems
will be judged in three categories: grades 6 to 8, grades 9 to 12 and Adult.
All poetry entries must be submitted to [email protected] by Saturday, January 14, to
be considered. First place in each category will win $75, second place in each category will win
$50 and third place in each category will win $25.
All prizes will be awarded at a reception at the Main Library on Toni Morrison Day, February
18, 2023. Attendance is not mandatory to receive winnings.
All poets are welcome to perform their works during the Open Mic event on February 1 at
the Main Library.
For more information regarding either contest, please call the Main Library at (440) 244-1192.


How to host a New Year’s brunch

New Year’s Day unofficial- it’s likely you will be as well. small ramekins.
ly marks the end of the holi- Make things easier on yourself ·Keep the coffee flowing.
day season. Chances are good by keeping the guest list on Coffee, teas and hot chocolate
that after an evening of ringing the small side. In turn, there are great at brunch. It’s easier
in the New Year and dancing will be less food required and to recover from New Year’s
until dawn, most people sleep perhaps less mess to clean up Eve overindulgence with a
in and catch up on a few ex- afterward. warm jolt of caffeine. Set up a
tra hours of sleep on January ·Serve familiar foods. nice beverage bar, and be sure
1. Breakfast may come and go Brunch combines the best of to include other drinks that en-
before tired revelers are ready breakfast and lunch. Guests able guests to rehydrate after a
to greet the day. That is what will be expecting some of the night of revelry.
JVS Early Childhood Education students and their pajama party participants. makes brunch so popular on standards, including omelets, ·Keep it simple. Soft music
January 1. French toast, bagels, deli and nice conversation may be
The Lorain County JVS The Blessing House, lo- JVS preschoolers to attend Brunch is a meal eaten in meats and salads. If you want all that’s needed to entertain
Early Childhood Education cated in Elyria, helps fam- and the cost for that event the late morning or early af- to get creative, change up during a New Year’s brunch.
ternoon - generally between
Another low-key option is to
these recipes in subtle ways,
FCCLA (Family, Career ilies in crisis by providing was a pair of pajamas.” the hours of 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. such as serving French toast queue up a light-hearted mov-
and Community Leaders of shelter for children and sup- The second opportunity It consists of a blend of break- stick dippers with a warm ma- ie or play a relatively easy triv-
America) Chapter recently port for their families. was at Powers Elementary fast and lunch foods. It may be ple-caramel dipping sauce or ia game.
hosted a pajama party fund- According to Sarah School in Amherst, where challenging to compete with bite-sized omelets baked in
raiser to benefit the Blessing Francis, an Early Child- Early Childhood Education the excitement of New Year’s
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Historic events on January 1

High Tea Luncheon benefit parsnips, beets, chard, cucumbers, pickles, melons, summer & January 1 is all about new beginnings. Upon waking up on the
-Root Crops - March 16 - Class will cover planting carrots,
a new leaf or look ahead to the months to come. But the first day
The Spirit of ‘76 Museum is having their 2 Annual High winter squash and culinary herbs. first day of a new year, it’s not uncommon for people to turn over
nd
-Warm Weather Crops - March 30 - Class will cover many
Tea Luncheon on Sunday, March 5. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. favorite vegetables such as tomatoes, eggplant, peppers, okra, of the new year also merits a look back, as many historical events
and the event starts at 1 p.m. It is being held at the Wellington potatoes, sweet potatoes, beans and corn. have taken place on January 1.
Eagles, located at 631 S. Main St., in Wellington. The Lorain -The Good, the Bad and the maybe not so Ugly - April 20 - · 45 BC: Of the many memorable events to take place on Jan-
County Beekeepers Association will discuss “Honey Bees.” Fran will talk about the good - watering, mulch and fertilizers; uary 1, perhaps none had a more lasting effect than January 1 in
Tickets are $28 each, or a table of 6 for $150 (savings of $18). the bad - insects, diseases and weeks; and the maybe not so 45 BC. That’s the day when the Roman Empire officially adopted
the Julian calendar, which established January 1 as the first day
Tables can be increased to 7 to 8 seats. There will be a Hat ugly - compost. of the new year.
Contest and raffles, and Period attire is encouraged, but not re- Coming soon - Friends Media Sale - March 10, 11. The · 404: Gladiatorial fights are banned by Christian Emperor
quired. Tickets are available at Bread & Brew, Spirit of ‘76 Friends of the Herrick Memorial Library will hold a Media Honorius, who issues the ban after the Christian monk Telema-
Museum or by mail: mail check to Spirit of ‘76 Museum, PO Sale. A variety of DVD’s, Music CDs and Audio Book titles chus is stoned to death by a crowd as he tries to stop a gladiatorial
Box 76, Wellington, OH 44090 or call (440) 647-4367. will be offered for purchase. The sale is open to the public on fight in a Roman ampitheater.
· 1500: The coast of Brazil is discovered by Portuguese ex-
Herrick Memorial Library programs Friday, March 10 and Saturday, March 11, from 10 a.m.-4:30 plorer Pedro Álvares Cabral. Cabral is acknowledged as the first
p.m.
Herrick Memorial Library is located at 101 Willard Memo- European to discover Brazil and during his voyage in 1500 be-
came the first human in history to be in four continents.
rial Square, in Wellington. Phone: (440) 647-2120 Fax: (440) Medina County Park District · 1600: More than 1,600 years after the Roman Empire rec-
647-2103 Contact: Janet Hollingsworth; email: hollinja@her- ognized January 1 as the start of the new year, Scotland follows
rickliboh.org. A Healthy Dose of Nature: Hiking Series - Killbuck Lakes - suit. Until this point, Scotland had considered March 25 as the
Read to Putter - Thursdays, from 3:15-4:30 p.m. Putter is Saturday, January 7, from 9-11 a.m. Hiking outdoors in Medina start of its new year.
waiting to listen to your children read to him. This is a fantastic County Park District has plenty of perks! There are beautiful · 1776: In the midst of the Revolutionary War, General George
way to help your child develop good reading skills. Sign your views, fresh air, the sounds and smells of nature, and it’s good Washington hoists the Grand Union Flag, a precursor to the
child up for a 15-minute session by calling the Library at (440) for you, too. Mentally, being in the outdoors reduces symptoms American flag, at Prospect Hill in Somerville, Massachusetts.
647-2120. Putter will be on vacation Thursday, April 6. of stress and anxiety. Physically, hiking is great for your heart, Historians cite this as the first time any American flag was raised.
Open Technology Help - 2nd Wednesday of each month, blood pressure, and muscles. Once per month, join a naturalist · 1801: The United Kingdon of Great Britain and Ireland is
from 1:30-3 p.m. Need help using your computer or tech de- and volunteers to hike at a vigorous pace. This healthy hike will proclaimed. The sovereign state would remain in existence until
vice? On the second Wednesday of each month, the library staff take place on a different trail each month and will be between 1922, when the Irish Free State was established.
· 1863: The Emancipation Proclamation takes effect in Con-
will hold open technology hours. Drop in for assistance using three-to-five miles in length. Please dress for the weather, wear federate territory. The proclamation from U.S. President Abra-
your computer, tablet or smart phone. If you need immediate appropriate footwear, and bring along a bottle of water. Ages ten ham Lincoln changed the legal status of more than 3.5 million
help, call the library with your specific questions or to make an to adult. No registration is required. Free. African Americans from enslaved to free.
appointment for one-on-one assistance. Checkin’ Out Chickadees - Letha House Park East - Sunday, · 1898: The City of Greater New York is created when New
The Art of Apitherapy - Tuesday, January 17, at 6 p.m. - January 8, from 2-3 p.m. While many of the birds have left for York, NY, annexes land from surrounding counties. Four bor-
Learn about this very ancient art of healing which dates back the winter, chickadees are hardy little creatures that survive the oughs (Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and The Bronx) are estab-
before the time of Christ. Apitherapist Connie Skolnicki will cold and snow despite their tiny size. Learn about the adapta- lished, and a fifth (Staten Island) joined less than a month later.
discuss this alternative therapy that uses products directly from tions that allow them to do this and look for chickadees as we · 1912: The Republic of China is established. The People’s
honey bees to bring relief and healing for numerous ailments. hike the trail. All ages are welcome. No registration is required. Republic of China, which rules the mainland today, cites 1949 as
Register by calling the library at (440) 647-2120. Free. the official end of the Republic of China.
Afternoon Book Discussions - January through May, at 2 Natural Discoveries - River Styx Park - Wednesday, January · 1934: Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay becomes a Unit-
p.m., on the fourth Thursday of each month. Discussions will 11, from 10-11 a.m. Join us for an easy walk to observe the un- ed States federal prison. High costs of running the prison would
cover both fiction and non-fiction books. People interested folding of nature all year long in the parks. Natural Discoveries be one of the major contributing factors to its closure as a deten-
in participating can check out ca copy of the current month’s is an award-based series of free nature programs designed for tion facility in 1963. The prison is now a popular tourist attrac-
book. January 26 - The Good Neighbor, Maxwell King; Feb- ages seven to adult. Themed hikes are held on Sundays, and tion.
hikes that explore seasonal happenings are offered on Wednes-
· 1971: A ban on television ads promoting cigarettes goes into
ruary 232 - The Personal Librarian, Marie Benedict; March days. No registration is required. effect in the United States.
23 - Women’s March, Jennifer Chiaverini. Meet the Animals - Oenslager Nature Center - Friday, Janu- · 1990: David Dinkins is sworn in as the first African Amer-
Adult Crafting - Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. January 31 - Puzzle ary 13, from 3:30 -4:30 p.m. The nature center is home to many ican Mayor of New York City. It was not Dinkins’ first turn as a
Your Heart: Create a wreath using jigsaw puzzle pieces; Feb- animals including snakes, turtles, a toad, and a salamander. trailblazer, as he also was among the first African American U.S.
ruary 21 - Felt Bookmarks: Learn how to make felt bookmarks Come in to learn all about their habits, care, and life histories Marines.
that will not hurt books. with a live animal presentation. All ages are welcome. No regis-
Children’s Saturday Monthly Programs - Join us for some tration is required. Free.
afternoon fun from 1:30-3:30 p.m. during the winter months. Winter Bird Walk - Plum Creek Park North - Saturday, Janu- CEMETERY MOWING
Registration required. Call the library at (440) 647-2120. Janu- ary 14, from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Bundle up, bring a pair of binocu-
ary 28 - Lego® Mania: Build a marble maze. Open to all ages. lars, and join a naturalist for this walk to search for and observe Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be received
Register by January 26.; February 4 - Take Your Child to the Li- various bird species, because a winter walk is always enhanced by Penfield Township Board of Trustees until 11 a.m. on
brary Day: Let your child select a free paperback book to take by the sights and sounds of local winter birds! Ages ten to adult. February 6, 2023 at 41012 State Route 18, Wellington,
home with them.; February 25 - National Pancake Day: Join us No registration is required. Free. OH 44090 for mowing, trimming, weeding, and general
for stories, crafts and pancakes! Register by February 22. Where’d They Go? - Susan Hambley Nature Center - Satur- lawn care of the Township’s cemetery located on Route
HML Gardening How-To Series, Thursdays at 6 p.m. day, January 14 and Sunday, January 15, from 12-5 p.m. Take 18 East of downtown. This service will include mowing
All programs are free, but please register as space is limited. a journey back in time to learn about wildlife that once roamed the entire cemetery when the grass height reaches 5 inch-
All sessions will be taught by our local gardening guru, Fran around Medina County. Wildlife that used to live here but does es, trimming around all headstones, fence posts, and oth-
Blank, in the Community Room. Classes below: not anymore is called “extirpated” wildlife. Did we have wolves, er obstacles, pulling weeds around the gazebo, memorial
-Seed Starting - January 19 - With a bit of effort you can mountain lions, and bison in Medina County? You will learn the monument, benches, and other mulched areas. Schedul-
grow healthy transplants for you garden. Class will cover answers to these and other questions about extirpated wildlife at ing is at your discretion, but one session must be optimally
needed equipment, timing, proper sowing medium, lighting, this program. There will be crafts, games, and displays. All ages timed for Memorial Day. Bids shall indicate the cost of
transplanting and hardening off, end of season seed-saving and are welcome. No registration is required. Free. this service for the entire 2023 mowing season. For bids
proper seed storage. Below the Snow - Oenslager Nature Center - Wednesday, to be considered, they must be accompanied by proof of
-Organic Gardening & Soil - February 2 - Class will cover January 18, from 10-11:30 a.m. Take a look or listen outside, insurance. The Board of Trustees reserves the right to re-
garden planning, timing your planting, plant rotation, compan- and it might be easy to figure out what is happening on top of the ject any and all bids and to waive any informality of bids
ion planting, understanding your soil, soil testing and building snow. Have you ever wondered what happens below the snow? in the best interest of the Township.
a healthy soil. Join us for this program, including a hike, to find out. All ages By order of the Penfield Township Board of Trustees
-Early Crops - February 16 - Class will cover crops that are welcome. No registration is required. Free.
Where’d They Go? - Susan Hambley Nature Center - Satur-
need to be planted early because of their growing period. These day, January 21 and Sunday, January 22, from 12-5 p.m. Take
will include onions, leeks, shallots, garlic, peas, lettuces, kale a journey back in time to learn about wildlife that once roamed ATTENTION!
and spinach. around Medina County. Wildlife that used to live here but does
-Cole Crops - March 2 - Class will cover plants in the Bras- not anymore is called “extirpated” wildlife. Did we have wolves, Eaton, Grafton & Wellington Residents
sica family: cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, brussels sprouts, mountain lions, and bison in Medina County? You will learn the
kohirabi and spring and winter radishes. answers to these and other questions about extirpated wildlife at
this program. There will be crafts, games, and displays. All ages G.L.W.
are welcome. No registration is required. Free.
Happy New Year Natural Discoveries Hiking Series: Beneath the Ice - Broadband, Inc.
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Photographers of the Parks Club Meeting - Oenslager
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great opportunity for nature photo enthusiasts of all skill levels System Upgrades
to share knowledge with like-minded folks, gain special access Now Complete
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the park district. The club will emphasize, but not be limited in Most Areas...
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440-355-4616 [email protected] with questions, or for more information.
Ages 16 to adult. No registration is required.
Keystone Pointe Offers: Winter Bird Walk - Oenslager Nature Center - Saturday, Jan-
•Large Private Rooms uary 28, from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Bundle up, bring a pair of binocu-
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•Post Hospital & Long-term Care No registration is required. Free.
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birds stay active throughout the winter. Walk with a naturalist to
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LaGrange, OH 44050 Register for programs at www.medinacountyparks.com.
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440-458-8544 net refinishing, textured ceil-
COLUMBIA V.F.W. HALL ings, drywall and finishing. All
interior remodeling: kitchens,
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Monday to Friday
Special Rates PETS J. A. KILBY ENT. J. A. KILBY ENT.
For more information, •Plumbing Services •All Phases of Excavation •Sewer
call 440-236-8111 All Paws Kennel, 24344 Foster Concrete • Masonry
after 1pm, M-F Rd., Litchfield, 330-603-5955. Replacement (water, gas, storm) •Sanitary Sewer Installation
FULL park with restrooms, 3 Heated indoor facility, 4 fenced Stamped Concrete •Foundation Waterproofing •Septic and Mound Systems
exercise yards, custom care.
pavilions, air conditioned hall, $30 per day / per dog. 440-327-3433 •All Plumbing Repairs and New Installation
for 25 to 138. Call LaGrange 440-327-3433
Lions Club. 440-355-5634.
Grafton VFW. Call from 9:30- SALES & SERVICES
11:30 a.m. Monday-Friday. W.A. SEN Construction LLC
SMALL DUMPSTERS
440-926-3341 for roofing, remodeling, etc. Excavation Services
PENFIELD TWP. HALL Bobcat, Backhoe & Dump 3654 Avon Lake Rd
RENTAL Truck work available H. Archer & Sons, Inc. 330-648-7013
Litchfield, Ohio
Twp. Meeting hall, CALL JASON’S SERVICES
Cap. 42-60 440-926-3446 Commercial & Residential Hauling Bonded & Insured - No Job Too Small!
Community room,
Cap. 150-300 Limestone • Driveway Stone
Available for all occasions. UPHOLSTERY Limestone • Driveway Stone • Sand • SEPTIC INSTALLS - Mound & Spray Systems
41012 St. Rt. 18, Wellington Gravel • Aglime • Excavating • STONE DRIVEWAY CONSTRUCTION - New & Reconstruction
Sand • Gravel • Aglime
Call 440-574-3362 for DAN’S UPHOLSTERY
availability & rates. over 30 yrs. experience • CULVERT INSTALLS & DRAINAGE ISSUES
Full Upholstery
Cushion Refills Phone: 330-722-8444 • FOUNDATION EXCAVATIONS FOR GARAGES AND ADDITIONS
HANDYMAN SERVICES Furniture Repair Fax: 330-722-4531 • LOT MAINTENANCE
Call for free quote Toll Free: 1-888-560-3533
A Handyman / Roofer: Interior on re-upholstery • STUMP GRINDING
/ exterior, home remodeling 216-346-2682
/ repair, pergolas, decks, vi-
nyl siding, gutter cleaning, WANTED TO BUY BUILDERS
pressure washing, painting, HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING
roofing, carpentry, tile work.
Dante, 216-403-8597. Looking to buy older firearms.
Call Bill at 440-668-8112.
HELP WANTED Wanted: Cameras vintage R&K Builders
and newer. Also other pho-
Foreman tography related items, pro- (Built by Amish)
Equipment Operators jectors, etc. Call Vince, 440-
234-6644.
Laborers Quality Buildings at
440-236-9625
PALMER’S LAWN CARE Estate Gold & Affordable Prices
Silver Exchange
HOME IMPROVEMENT INSTANT CASH Horse Barns • Garages 24 Hour Emergency Service
Buying Gold Jewelry, Diamonds, & Riding Arenas
Floor repair and install. Car- Old Coins, Pocket Watches,
pet, wood, laminate, vinyl, Anything Old Commercial & 440-236-5543
ceramic. Call Joe Parr, Sr., 440-
647-4374, cell 440-935-4778. Call for service hours & Residential 800-467-1275
private appointments
Downtown Elyria
OUR CLASSIFIEDS 230 2 St. • 440-323-4258 330-473-9927 OH LIC #23331
nd
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•Whole House •Remodeling •Panel Upgrades R HAMMOND Roofing & Siding
•Commercial Buildings •Back up Generator Install
•HVAC Service- New Installs & Repairs CONSTRUCTION Kitchen & Bathrooms
•Security & Camera Systems •Parking Lot Lighting
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WE SERVICE & REPAIR Chris Berkesch Excavating • General Contracting

TELEVISION REPAIRS • Kitchens/Baths
-Service All Brands- •Underground Utilitites • Additions
LCD • Plasma • Big Screen •Video Camera Inspection
Washers • Dryers •Install Stone Driveways • Buildings/Garages
Refrigerators •Septic System Repairs/Installs • Roofs
Microwaves
See Our Selection of Ranges • Ovens 725 Sugar Lane, • Doors/Windows
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Slates • Gutters
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•Kitchen & Bathroom Replacement •Roofing Call Casey Willamson at •Yard Drainage Systems •Concrete Replacement
Building Custom Pole Barns, 440-748-3259 440-327-3433
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SPECIALIZING IN SEALING POURED
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Residential ~ Commercial ~ OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE ~
New Lawns/Hydroseed • Paver Patios • Ponds JOE MINARCHICK (440) 785-4036
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Call: 440-748-1333

WATER WELLS
Cuyahoga, Medina & Lorain • Reasonable Rates
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M a i n t e n a n c e Limit one per address FILTERS • CHLORINATORS
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Interior/Exterior 440-236-5449 or 216-403-9707(cell)
Drywall Install/Repair Roberta Duktig, AFSP
FREE ESTIMATES “The IRS does not endorse any particular individual tax return preparer.
For more information on tax return preparers, go to IRS.gov.”
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SERVICES:
•Plumbing Repairs
•Sewer & Drain Cleaning Jason E. Davis
•Electronic Locating -Complete Crane Service-
•Video Camera Inspection
440-324-4321 •Sewer Excavation “No Tree Too Big or Too Small!”
Tree/Stump Removal
330-721-0680 Personal Plumber Service Corp. Natural, Brown & Black Mulch
24 HR EMERGENCY $20 OFF “FREE ESTIMATES”
SERVICE Any Service Bonded & Insured
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J.A. Kilby Plumbing Tree Trimming • Removal Years old in Excellent Condition. Ask-
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Kitchen and Bathroom Remodeling and Additions Fertilizers • Fire Wood
CAD Design & Visual Renderings Available Free Estimates!
NEW WORK - REPLACEMENT - REPAIRS
•Jetting & Hydrovacing •Camera Inspections Seth Emerson - Owner
•Sewer & Waterline Excavation & Installation
•Abandoned Wells Capped Office: 440-322-2624
•Septic System Repairs & Installation Emergency: 440-452-2456
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• 60 Ft. Bucket Truck
• 60 Ft. Bucket Truck
• 113 Ft. Crane
• 113 Ft. Crane
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• Removal, Trimming, Firewood
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RE-ROOFS • TEAR-OFFS • TUNE-UPS Fully Insured & Workmen’s Comp. • TCIA member
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