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“Celebrating 63 Years of Community Service!”


Volume 64, No. 33 Columbia Station, Ohio February 11, 2019

CHS Junior excels at Ohio Valley Group takes 1 Place at I-X Garden Show
st
Lorain County Art Exhibit


Approximately 500 pieces
were chosen for the show,
with some items being that
of middle school work.
The judges have select-
ed 50 pieces “The Best of
Show,” as Gold Key Award
winners. Columbia High
School’s Junior Zoie Jar-
em has been a shining star
in the show. Zoie, who is
a very gifted art student,
submitted 7 pieces of art,
and 4 were accepted by
Zoie Jarem the judges. Two of Zoie’s
The 51st annual Lorain pieces were given the
County Regional Scholas- Gold Key Award (top 50)
tic Art Exhibit, presented and two honorable men-
by Nordson Corporation, tion. This means that 2 of
is currently underway at Zoie’s pieces will be sub-
Lorain County Commu- mitted for a chance to go
nity College’s Beth K. on to the national show in
Stocker Art Gallery. There New York. The show runs
were over 1,700 works of at The Stocker Arts Cen-
art submitted to the show ter at LCCC Monday-Fri-
over 3 counties, with close day 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.,
to 80 schools involved. Tues.-Thurs. from 4-6:30
p.m. and Sundays from 1-3
p.m. The Gold Key Awards
ceremony will take place “Fairy Tales” was the theme this year at the Great Big Home + Garden Show at Cleveland’s I-X Center
on Sunday, February 10, last week. Taking the first place award in the Large Garden group was the Ohio Valley Group. “The
from 1-3 p.m. Magic Tree House” garden was designed by Jay Schwartz of Columbia Station.
Congratulations Zoie!
Benefit Buffet Dinner for local girl recovering from brain surgery

There will be a Benefit Buffet Dinner for Rebecca Sorensen and her family on Saturday, March 9, from 6-9 p.m.
Rebecca underwent a risky surgery on February 8 to remove a brain tumor located in her frontal lobe. As a result, the
family will be facing increasing medical bills and a loss of wages during Rebecca’s recovery. Rebecca and her
family are residents of Columbia Station. The benefit will be held at Harvest Saloon, located at 15147 Pearl Rd., in
Strongsville. Tickets are $25 per person and will include a buffet dinner, well liquor, draft beer, house wine and one
Pictured are Zoie’s sculp- entry for a Door Prize. Also included will be numerous raffle baskets, a 50/50 raffle, side boards and more! Come
tures which were awarded support this local family and enjoy a nice dinner with your family, friends and neighbors!
the Gold Key. Zoie had 2 For tickets, call Kelsey Damroze at (931) 644-5432 / [email protected] or Heather Chaney at (440) 328-
of the top 50 pieces of over 9538 / [email protected].
1,700 submissions. Basket donations are still needed for the basket raffle. Please call Kelsey or Heather if you would like to donate a
basket to be raffled off at the dinner.
Grafton Twp. Fire Department’s
Pancake Breakfast Celebrating 100 years young!

It’s time again for the Grafton Township Fire Depart- Wilomene A. Koharik celebrated her 100th Birthday on January 24! Wilomene - better
ment’s semi-annual pancake breakfast. The firefighters/ known as Willi - was a long time teacher and has been a true ‘trail blazer’ for women.
EMTs invite all to the township hall on Sunday, February Wilomene attended Kent State University, graduating in 1938 with a teacher’s certificate
17, from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. for the all-you-can-eat pancakes and in Math. While at Kent, she participated in women’s basketball (half court, while wearing
sausage breakfast. The township hall is located at the corner bloomers) and played violin.
of State Routes 303 and 83. Cost for the breakfast is $6 for After graduating from Kent State, Willi went on to teach in Belden (Grafton) and Wel-
ages 11 & up, $5 for seniors, $3 for children 4-10 years old lington before finding her ‘home’ in Columbia. Having worked at Columbia from 1950-
and children 3 or younger eat free. The menu also includes 1986, Willi is known for painting the ‘Raider’ on the gym wall of Columbia High School
fruit cups, chocolate milk, white milk and orange juice. The and receiving multiple awards for her exemplary teaching.
Life Share blood mobile will be on site from 9a.m.-noon - Willi has been retired for 33 years now and happily spends her days with her family and
breakfast is free with a successful donation. friends, solving crossword puzzles (New York Times is her favorite) and reading some of
Be sure to take time to check out the equipment that has the latest historical literature.
been purchased through past breakfast fund-raisers. This is If you would like to wish her a Happy 100 Birthday, please send cards to: P.O. Box 183,
th
also the perfect time to meet your volunteer firefighters and Grafton, Ohio 44044, and/or message her on her Facebook page.
EMTs. Wilomene A. Koharik

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Doritos walking nacho, turkey & bacon club sub or Napa Columbia Food Drive
Columbia NEWS chicken salad, with seasoned black beans and pineapple. There will be a food drive collection beginning today,
Friday: Breakfast - Mini Eggo waffles; Lunch - Choice piz-
Julie Petras za, turkey & bacon club sub or Napa chicken salad, with corn through February 28, to help replenish the supply at Colum-
[email protected] and applesauce. Assorted fruit/vegetable bar available daily. bia Food Pantry. The food drive is sponsored by CHS Student
Breakfast with a Buddy Council and the Columbia Food Pantry. The students at the
high school will be collecting non-perishable food items during
Spaghetti Dinner fund-raiser Invitations were sent last week from both Copopa Elementa- their 9th period classes. Community members are encouraged
to drop off donations at the Guidance Office in the high school.
A benefit Spaghetti Dinner will be held on Monday, Feb- ry School and Columbia Middle School for our annual Break- Some items in need are: regular canned soup, canned fruit,
ruary 18, to help the Tymke family of Columbia Station who fast with a Buddy. This special day’s purpose is to strengthen pancake mix, potato sides, chunky soups, canned chicken, tuna
recently lost their house in a devastating fire. The dinner is the family and school connection and to offer simple fellow- fish, syrup and rice sides. Any and all donations are appreciat-
from 4-8 p.m. at the Columbia VFW, located at 25742 Roy- ship and fun. If you did not receive an invitation and would like ed. Thank you!
alton Rd. Dinner will consist of spaghetti with meatballs, sal- to come, please contact Copopa or CMS as soon as possible. Columbia Hot Stove registration
ad, roll and dessert. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children 10 We will offer breakfast for students and a grown up buddy
and under and children under 3 are free. There will also be a (grandparent, parent, relative, neighbor) whose last names be- Columbia Hot Stove registration will be open until 11:59
50/50 drawing and raffle baskets. gin with A, B, C or D on Tuesday, Feb. 19; breakfast for stu- p.m. on March 1, 2019. The easiest way to register is online
Come and enjoy a hearty dinner and help a local family dents with last names beginning with E, F, G, H, I, J or K will at https://leagues.bluesombrero.com/columbiahotstove/. Hot
rebuild their lives. be Wednesday, Feb. 20; last names beginning with L, M, N, O, Stove Baseball and Softball is open to any child ages 5-17.
P, Q or R will be Thursday, Feb. 21; and last names beginning Please email us at [email protected] if you have
CHS Weekly Calendar with S, T, U, V, W, X, Y and Z will be Friday, Feb. 22. Each any questions. If you would like to be an Umpire, there will
day, breakfast will be from 8:30-9 a.m. Students and buddies
will also be able to take a quick tour of the school, if they wish. be classes at the Elyria VFW on March 3, 10 & 17. For more
Monday, February 11: If you have any questions, please call Susie Dunn at (440) information, or if you have any questions, please email Thom
3:45-5 p.m. Drama practice. 236-5020 or email [email protected]. Welling at [email protected].
6/7:30 p.m. Girls Basketball at Buckeye. Youth Football fund-raiser/
Tuesday, February 12: Columbia Historical Societry
3:45-5 p.m. Drama practice. Football/Cheer Camps
6/7:30 p.m. Boys Basketball v. Chippewa. The Columbia Historical Society will host its first meeting
6 p.m. Band Boosters meeting. of 2019 on Tuesday, February 12, at 7 p.m. for the Social in the The Columbia Youth Football League will be hosting a
Wednesday, February 13: Columbia Town Hall, located at 25496 Royalton Road. It is the fund-raiser on Sunday, February 17, at 1 p.m. at the Columbia
6/7:30 p.m. Girls Basketball at Oberlin. Valentines holiday and love is in the air! The program is at 7:30 Station Fraternal Order of Eagles. The fund-raiser is being held
6:30 p.m. Wrestling Double Dual at Fairview. p.m. and they will be sharing valentines of the past. Bring yours during the Daytona 500 Race. Cost for tickets is $20 presale
Friday, February 15: to share. They will also welcome new President, Dennis Ross, and $25 at the door. Draft Beer, soda and food is included in
7:40 a.m.-2:20 p.m. Academic Challenge tournament at Treasurer Bill Ross, Vice-President Ken Roth, Recording Sec- the price of the ticket. They will have a blind draw game for the
Baldwin Wallace University. retary Gloria Roth and Corresponding Secretary Carol Betts. race, sideboards and a 50/50 raffle ($5 per ticket). During the
6/7:30 p.m. Boys Basketball v. Brooklyn. fund-raiser, they are also having a Chili Cookoff competition.
Columbia K-8 Lunch Menu Anyone attending the fund-raiser is encouraged to make their
secret chili recipe. They will be giving cash prizes to the top 3
Week of February 18-22: Last weekend Columbia girls basketball and wres- winners. Please contact Lisa Blenda at [email protected]
for fund-raiser or 50/50 tickets. The Columbia Youth Football
Monday: NO SCHOOL - Presidents Day Middle School hosted 21 tling. I want to wish all of League will also host a football and cheer camp for those chil-
Tuesday: Breakfast - Dutch waffle; Lunch - Choice of
chicken pot pie over biscuit, turkey & bacon club sub or Napa schools and almost 250 stu- our student athletes, coaches dren entering kindergarten next year up to those entering 6th
and cheerleaders the best of
dents for the Power of the Pen
grade. The free camp will be held every Saturday in March,
chicken salad, with roasted butternut squash and mixed fruit. tournament. This was one of luck as you finish out your starting on the 2nd and ending on the 30th. Camp will be held
Wednesday: Breakfast - Breakfast pizza; Lunch - Choice of
grilled cheese, turkey & bacon club sub or Napa chicken salad, the largest tournaments to seasons! from 1-3 p.m. each Saturday at the German American Cultural
Center, 7370 Columbia Road, in Olmsted Falls. The football
We are always looking
take place at CMS. Thank
with smiley fries and strawberries. you to Mrs. Kyleen Wilson to improve the quality of camp will focus on teaching kids basic conditioning and agili-
Thursday: Breakfast - Pancake wrap; Lunch - Choice of for all of her hard work orga- the school district and the ty drills, along with learning football fundamentals. The cheer
nizing this awesome event. I services we provide. If you camp will teach girls flexibility, jumps, cheers and team build-
would also like to thank all of have a suggestion, question ing. Along with the physical aspect of each sport, they will also
Remember Your Valentine! the volunteers and judges that or comment, please feel free bring in guest speakers that will teach the kids about dedica-
tion, determination and teamwork. Please contact Jeff Sanders
donated their time to make
to call me at (440) 236-5008
Seed Starting Basics it successful. Finally, thanks or email bansekg@columbia. at [email protected] or Kaitlin Pettegrew at kaitlin-
k12.oh.us. #onceaRaider
to the Columbia Community
[email protected] for more information.
Saturday, February 16, 10 a.m. N. Ridgeville Foundation for their support! Make it a great week
This class will highlight the basic methods of seed starting including Without our community sup- Raider Nation! COLUMBIA NEWS CONTINUED ON PAGE 5
selection, care and transplanting your seeds. port, we would not be able to
Lots of seed catalogs to look at! (Free) host such great events for our
Garden & Veggie Seeds are in! students!
Kindergarten registration Dr. Marc Asmar
information will be posted
on our website soon. We are GENERAL AND COSMETIC DENTISTRY
Great Valentine Gifts working on our new online
available! portal to register these stu-
House Plants dents. If you are interested Serving the Southwest Cleveland area for over 25 years
in open enrollment in grades
GIFT CARDS K-12, please contact Pat
AVAILABLE Cieslak at (440) 236-5008. Start your new year off right with a fantastic smile!
The Little Raiders Pre-
school is coming to CLSD. Call Dr. Asmar today!
We are currently working
on details of the program, as
well as hiring a teacher and (440) 235-1180
educational aide. A parents
night will be held in March
or beginning of April. Stay
tuned for more information!
The next Board of Educa-
tion meeting will take place
East: 34837 Lorain Rd., on Wednesday, Feb. 20, at 7
North Ridgeville 440-327-3407 p.m. at CMS, in room #20.
M-F 8:30-5, Sat. 8:30-4 All school buildings and
Hours may vary depending on weather. Call to confirm. district offices will be closed
www.mouldsplantation.com on Monday, February 18, in
observance of Presidents’
Day.
Columbia Class of 2022 Believe it, or not, winter
After Prom sports are nearing tournament
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Saturday, March 16,
from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Registration for spring
soccer is now open! The
Columbia Middle School deadline to register will be
13646 West River Road March 7. The season starts Don’t have dental insurance? No problem!
with the first practice on April
Columbia Station 9 and the first game on Sat- Our in house wellness plan can help!
urday, April 13. The season
Vendors - call Now to will run to June 1. All games
will be on Saturday mornings
Reserve a Table! behind Columbia Middle
School. Registration is open Choose the closest location to you!
to anyone ages 3-14.
For more information To register, please visit Olmsted Falls Medina
contact Maria at: the website http://columbiay-
(216) 244-8307 outhsoccer.org/. If you have 26924 Cook Rd. 807 E. Washington St.
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The Rural-Urban Record Nut & Poppyseed Rolls
Published Weekly on Monday Saint Vincent de Paul Altar & Rosary Society is taking nut
Abel E. Carpenter & Grace A. Carpenter and poppyseed roll orders until March 31. Rolls are $10 each
and will be available for pick up on Friday and Saturday, April
Founders 1955 12 and 13, from 12- 5 p.m. in the church basement, located at
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Phone: 440-236-8982 • Fax: 440-236-9198 you covered on What’s Cookin’ Wednesday! Swing by First
Email: [email protected] Congregational Church in Wellington on Wednesday, February
Website: www.rural-urbanrecord.com 20, any time between 4-7 p.m. to pick up your evening meal
and feed the whole crew. We will provide a hot, nutritious,
DEADLINE: kid-pleasing meal ready for carry out in convenient and micro-
News, Pictures & ALL ads - Wednesday @ 12pm wavable containers. Eat-in is also available. Meals are priced at
OFFICE HOURS: Mon-Weds., 9-4 • Thurs. 9-1 $8 per person or a family four-pack for $30 (take out only). You
Out of Area Subscriptions - $35/year don’t even need to plan ahead - no pre-purchase is required!
The meal for February 20 is lasagna. Pick up a full lasagna
dinner, including garlic bread, salad and a dessert. Vegetarian
Chili Cook-off lasagna will be available. Call (440) 647-3308 or (440) 864- ST. JOHN
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receive chili’s being entered into the cook-off. Sampling will 5:00pm Saturday
begin at approximately 5:15 p.m. There is no cost to enter or Delve a little deeper into the “Narnia” universe with discus- 9:00am Sunday
attend. sions and activities. North Eaton Christian Church is offering COLUMBIA UNITED Rev. Bill Mugnolo
Dig out your favorite chili recipe and enter in the competi- a Sunday morning discussion, beginning at 9 a.m. on February METHODIST
tion. A “house chili” will be provided, along with drinks, hot 17, with “The Magician’s Nephew.” CHURCH Church of Christ
dogs, corn bread and mac-and-cheese, for those who don’t like Invite your friends, young and old, to join in this journey of Worship Service
chili. Sample all the entrees and put money on the one you a lifetime! For more information or to make reservations, con- Sunday Bible Study 9:30 am
think is the best. All money collected from the evening goes to tact Chris Hensley through the church office at (440) 748-2230, 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:30 am & 5 pm
the church’s Roof Fund and to Cleveland Christian Home - a [email protected] or find them on Facebook at North Sunday School Wednesday Bible Study 7 pm
healing ministry to area children, youth and families struggling Eaton Christian Church. The North Eaton Christian Church is during Worship Service 211 Forest St., LaGrange
with mental illness, abuse and neglect. located at 35895 Royalton Rd., in Grafton. 25453 ROYALTON ROAD 440-355-6872
You do not have to enter a chili (or eat chili) - just bring the COLUMBIA STATION, OHIO
family and enjoy an evening of good fun, food and musical Christ Church Food Pantry Pastor Matt Merriman GRAFTON UNITED
entertainment! The Midview High School “Swingin’ Blues,” 236-8822 METHODIST CHURCH
directed by Josh Brunger, will be here again this year to enter- Christ Church is committed to making a difference in the 973 Mechanic St. •Grafton •926-2034
tain throughout the evening. communities around us. On the fourth Saturday of each month, [email protected] 10:00am Worship
www.columbiaumc.org
Hungarian Dinner volunteers distribute non-perishable items to our neighbors in Children’s Wednesday Program
Gr. 3-12, 4:30-6:30pm
need. Join us if you, or someone you know, would benefit from
Dinner Included
a little extra help making ends meet. The Food Pantry is located Rev. Bob Kuntz, Pastor
The Community of Faith United Church of Christ, located at 1420 S. Abbe Rd., in Elyria. Distribution is from noon to 2 “Welcome Home”
at 9715 East River Rd., in Elyria, is having an all-you-can-eat, p.m. Christ Church is an equal opportunity provider. Income New Life Wesleyan Church
buffet-style Hungarian Chicken Paprikas and Cabbage Roll qualifications apply. NORTH
Dinner. The dinner is on Saturday, February 23, from 4-6:30 11149 West River Rd. EATON
p.m. Cost is $15 for adults and $7 for children under 10. Mail Healing Hearts Columbia Station CHRISTIAN
prepaid reservations to the church at the above address. For SUNDAY 9 am CHURCH
more information or reservations, please call (440) 309-6828, Healing Hearts is a non-denominational social group for (Disciples)
(440) 328-7534, (440) 366-4651 or the church office at (440) widows and widowers. Members enjoy a variety of events and Adult Bible Study Rt. 82 & 83
322-3781. opportunities to meet and socialize with new people in similar SUNDAY 10 am 440-748-2230
Spaghetti Dinners circumstances. We welcome new members from all area com- Worship & Children’s Church www.neccdisciples.com
munities and adults of all ages. Our regular meetings are on
the third Wednesday of each month from 1-3 p.m. Our meet- WEDNESDAY 6:45 pm Worship Services
Christian Community School, located at 35716 Royalton ing dates for the next two months are February 20 and March Bible Study 8:00 am & 10:30 am
Road, in Eaton Township will have a Spaghetti Dinner on Fri- 20. We meet at the Brunswick Library, located at 3649 Center Youth Group, Kids Club Sunday School
day, February 15, from 4-9 p.m. Donations appreciated. Road. Please contact Connie at (440) 526-5495 for details. 9:00 am
A Spaghetti Dinner fund-raiser for VFW Post #9871, in Rev. Steve Spaeth - Pastor
North Ridgeville, will be held on Saturday, February 16, from GriefShare Rev. John Bodo Polly Tallos
4-7 p.m. The event will be held in the back hall of the Post, lo- - Associate Pastor Christian Ed. & Youth Director
cated at 6805 Lear Nagle Road. The meal includes spaghetti, a GriefShare is a Faith based support group for those who 440-236-8600 Rev. David Chafin
roll and a salad. Cost is $7 for adults and $4 for children 10 and have lost a loved one. They offer support, comfort and guid- Interim Minister
under. Dessert and beverages will also be available for $1 each. ance through shared experiences, providing encouragement www.nlwesleyan.org
Bible and Brew program and hope for joy in your future. They meet at Christ Church,
located at 23080 Royalton Road, in Columbia Station, on Tues-
day evenings, from 6:30-8 p.m. or Tuesday mornings, from 10-
Bible and Brew, a casual conversation about God, faith and 11:30 a.m. February 19 through May 14. St. Elizabeth
scripture, will meet weekly on Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. at Forts Bring a friend if you’d like. For more information or to reg- Ann Seton
Tavern, located at 122 W. Herrick, in Wellington. This event is ister, please visit www.griefshare.org or contact Pastor Domi-
presented by Wellington First United Methodist Church. Ev- nic Verdell at (440) 236-8282. Catholic Parish
25801 Royalton Rd.
eryone is welcome. Columbia Station, OH
“The Turn Around” program for Chamber Music Society Concert Sacrament of Reconciliation
(Confession)
The Rocky River Chamber Music Society continues its gala
Sat., 4 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Pathway Beyond the Wall 60th concert series with an evening of art songs featuring Ame- Anytime by Appointment
lia D’Arcy, soprano, and Hyunsoon Whang, piano. This first Weekend Masses
Grace Community Church will host Pathway Beyond The RRCMS concert of 2019 will take place at 7:30 p.m. on Mon- Sat. 5 p.m.
Wall on Sunday, February 24, at 2 p.m. at the church, located at day, February 25, at West Shore Unitarian Universalist Church, Sun. 8 & 11 a.m.
12365 Grafton Rd., in Grafton. located at 20401 Hilliard Blvd., in Rocky River. The first work 440-236-5095
“The Turn Around” will be an afternoon of music, testimo- to be performed, Arabeske, by Early Romantic composer Rob- www.seascolumbiastation.org
nies and praise from former inmates of Ohio’s system, along ert Schumann, will set the scene for works of such late roman-
with Robin Allen and R.A.W. Reflection. tic composers as Richard Strauss, Charles Ives, George Gersh-
A “free will” offering will be taken the day of the event. win and Francis Poulenc. Our Lady Queen of Peace
There will also be a 50/50 and concessions. All proceeds will All are welcome. For more information, visit the RRCMS
go to Pathway Beyond The Wall, a not-for-profit 501c3, prepar- website at www.rrcms.org, or follow RRCMS on Facebook and Catholic Church
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COLUMBIA NEWS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 2 Dean’s List
CHS Students of the Month Magdalena Welker of Columbia Station and a graduated of CES vs CMS for Columbia Food Center
Columbia High School, has recently been named to the Dean’s Since 1982, the Columbia Food Center has been helping
List for the Fall Semester at Tiffin University. To be eligible Columbia’s neediest families. With the many family changes
for the Dean’s List, a semester GPA of 3.50 with a minimum of and many grandparents taking on parenting roles, we are now
twelve semester hours of credit is required. seeing many more families in need.
Congratulations! Families that receive help through public assistance are not
Columbia Library events able to purchase cleaning supplies or toiletry items with their
food vouchers. That means toothpaste, toilet paper and clean-
ing supplies that we take for granted, must be purchased with a
Booking It For Fitness Walking Club - Saturdays, Febru- family’s own money, a struggle for many folks. We will be con-
ary 16 & 23 and March 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, at 11 a.m. This group ducting a drive to help the Columbia Food Center with these es-
meets weekly at the library and makes use of the beautiful adja- sential items. This friendly competition will begin on February
cent walking trail in the Columbia Township Park. Meet in the 11 and end on February 22. Copopa Elementary School will
library’s meeting room and grab a water bottle, which will be hold the drive for toiletry items such as bar soap, deodorant,
provided for your walk. shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrushes and toilet tissue. Columbia
Waist Watchers - Mondays, February 11, 18 & 25 and Middle School will hold the drive for cleaning items, such as
March 4, 11, 18 & 25, from 6:30-7:15 p.m. Join in on our video laundry soap, dish liquid, (not dishwasher) all-purpose spray
Carissa Templeton Adam Ross led fitness activity for beginners. Preregistration required.
Seniors Carissa Templeton and Adam Ross have been chosen Preschool Story Time - Tuesdays, February 12, 19 & 26, cleaners, window cleaners, bleach and paper towels. Those
as Columbia High School “Students of the Month” for January. from 10:15-10:45 a.m. Stories, music, finger plays and crafts classrooms that donate the most items will be rewarded a pizza
Nominees are chosen based on the following criteria: Maturity, for children between the ages of 3-6 years old with their care- lunch, courtesy of the Columbia Food Center. One elementary
Citizenship, Behavior and Effort. givers. Preregistration required. classroom and one middle school classroom will win the lunch
Carissa Templeton is the daughter of Craig and Valerie Tem- after the close of the drive.
pleton and sister of Kiersten. Carissa has been on the high honor Toddler Story Time - Tuesdays, February 12, 19 & 26, from Boxes will be set up in each classroom to hold items brought
roll each quarter and has received academic honors all four years 11-11:15 a.m. A story time for beginning walkers to 3 year to school. At the end of the drive, teachers and volunteers will
at the annual academic banquet. She was inducted into the Co- olds and their caregivers with stories, music, movement and count items and announce a winner. Let’s make this a fun event,
lumbia chapter of the National Honor Society as a junior. She rhymes. Preregistration required. and help our community and neighbors with the things they so
has played basketball and softball for four years at CHS. Carissa Southwest General Health Center Health Topics: Heart truly need! Kindness means working together and making sure
has been a member of the CHS marching band for seven years Health Month - Tuesday, February 12, from 12:30-1:30 p.m. every family receives the help they need!
and the symphonic band for four years. As a senior, this marks February is Heart Health Month. Know your numbers! South-
her fourth year of participating in percussion ensemble, indoor west General Health Center’s Community outreach nurse will
drumline and mallet ensemble. She has participated in numerous be here to conduct blood pressure and glucose screenings. Pre-
solo and ensemble competitions and she serves as president of registration required. VALLEY CITY
the band this year. Carissa has also participated in Key Club and Escape Room - Wednesday, February 13, from 4-5 p.m.
Leaders Club, and has been an aide in the guidance office for Teens, the library Escape Room is back! Put your puzzle solv-
four years. Outside of school, Carissa is in her eighth year as a ing and code breaking skills to the test as you try to crack the VISION CENTER
girl scout. She also plays on a team for both indoor and outdoor unsolvable and mysterious lockbox. Scenarios and puzzles will
volleyball. In the fall, she plans to attend Bowling Green State be presented and groups will be challenged to solve the puzzles FAMILY VISION
University or Cleveland State University. Carissa would like to within set time limits. Can you solve the puzzle fast enough?
thank her family for all their support. CENTER
Adam Ross is the son of Eric and Shari Ross and the brother of Preregistration required.
Allyson and Graham. Adam has been a member of the Columbia Great Lakes Theater Presents “Treasure Island” - Sat- 6621 Center Road
football team for four years, earning All-Academic Ohio, 1st team urday, February 16, from 10 a.m. - noon. Fans of theater and Valley City
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holding a captain’s position this season. He has been involved in the swashbuckling adventure of Jim Hawkins as he searches
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National Honor Society - Columbia chapter. He has also been slapstick moments, Treasure Island is a play for the whole fam- WE CARRY A OUTSIDE
honored at the Academic Banquet each year as a student at CHS. ily! Be sure to meet and greet the cast after the production! FULL LINE OF PRESCRIPTIONS
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New Eagle Scout Sweet seeks loving home
Wellington NEWS Scout on August 18, 2018, It’s easy to see how this

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Brendan joined Cub Scout
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Read To Putter - Wednesdays, from 3:15-4:30 p.m., Putter, 2007, and continued on to corner condo in the Orange
our Reader Dog, visits the library to listen to children as they Boy Scout Troop #152 after Room at Friendship APL.
read. The children can spend 15 minutes reading a book or sto- his arrow of light ceremony She soaks up your attention
ry to Putter and build their reading skills. Putter is a registered in 2011. For Brendan’s eagle and dreams of the day when
therapy dog that absolutely adores listening to a good story. project, he amended the en- someone just can’t walk Sweet
He does not mind if the child makes reading mistakes. Stop in trance and drainage system away and asks for adoption only $25. Senior cats (8 years
to reserve a reading spot or call the library at (440) 647-2120. for the group camping area papers instead. Sweet is an and up) are FREE for people
Writers Group - The Wellington Writers Group meets ev- at Findley State Park in Wel- affectionate girl who would 60 years and up. All kittens/
ery other Thursday at the library. The next two meetings are Brendan D. Ortiz lington. Brendan is a senior at like to snuggle with you on cats over 3 months old are
on February 14 (Valentine’s Day - bring treats!) and February Oberlin High School, and on the couch. She has so much also micro-chipped.
28, from 6-7:30 p.m. Join this group if you have a passion for Brendan D. Ortiz, son February 7 he was honored love to give! Can you make If you would like to
writing in all venues. Bring samples of your writing to share of Daniel & Rosemary Or- by the Rotary Club of Oberlin her dream of having a home give this kitty a new, lov-
with the group. New members are welcome. Registration is en- tiz, earned the rank of Eagle as student of the month. come true? ing, forever home, please
courage. To register, call the library at (440) 647-2120. Spoiler All cats receive one or call the Friendship Animal
alert: A new and exciting project is in the works for the group. Spencer Historical Society program more vaccinations, a basic Protective League at (440)
To find out what it is, please join them at an upcoming meeting. veterinary examination, are 322-4321. The shelter is lo-
Winter Story Times - Register your child for any of the The Spencer Historical Society presents “President Abra- wormed and spayed/neutered
following Winter Story Times: Baby Lap Sit, ages birth to ham Lincoln & Mary Todd Lincoln” at the Spencer Town Hall, and feline leukemia tested. cated at 8303 Murray Ridge
Road, in Elyria. (www.
24-months on Tuesdays at 11:45 a.m.; Family Story Times, located at 112 N. Main St., in Spencer. The program is on Feb- Kittens under a year old are
ages 2-5 years, accompanied by an adult, on Mondays at 6 p.m., ruary 17 at 2 p.m. $60 and cats over a year are FriendshipAPL.org)
Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. or Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m. Register at It was over 157 years ago, March 4, 1861, that Abraham
the Children’s Desk in the Library or call (440) 647-2120. Lincoln was inaugurated as the 16th President of the United
Winter Family Read Aloud - thru February 28. “Snow is States. He and his wife, Mary Todd Lincoln, are doing a stop SUPPORT OUR TROOPS
Falling, Books are Calling!” Families with children up to age in Spencer, at the Town Hall, to meet our townspeople. Please
7 are encouraged to join in our “Winter Family Read Aloud.” stop in to hear them speak, them join them for refreshments af-
Families who sign up will receive a reading log to record the ter their talk. Admission is free. The museum will be open after
titles of the books that they’ve read. Complete a reading ‘bingo’ the event. All are welcome.
and receive a prize from the prize box; complete (7) activities
and receive a paperback book; complete (15) activities and re- ORMACO special event
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brary as it celebrates an early Presidents’ Day with Kenneth in an evening of folk music that combines the sounds of Appa-
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Page 8, RURAL-URBAN RECORD, February 11, 2019 A motion carried to establish the time of regular board meet- RLCWA meetings
LaGrange NEWS ings on the third Monday of each month at 6 p.m. at Keystone
High School Conference Room, with the exceptions of Monday,
The Rural Lorain County Water Authority Property Com-
[email protected] February 25, and Thursday, June 27. mittee will meet on Wednesday, February 13, at noon. A full
A motion carried to approve the following resolution: Where- Board meeting will be held on the same day at 7 p.m. The meet-
LaGrange Youth Soccer Association as, amended ORC 3315.15 provides for the setting aside from the ings will be held at the RLCW A office, located at 42401 State
general fund a sum not to exceed ($2.00) for each child enrolled
or ($20,000), whichever is greater; such sum of money to be Route 303, in LaGrange. For more information, please contact
LaGrange Youth Soccer spring sign-ups will be on February known as the “Service Fund” to be used in paying the expenses Mr. Joe Waldecker, General Manager, at (800) 842-1339.
23 from 4-6 p.m. at the new LaGrange Village Hall, located at of members of the board actually incurred in the performance of
301 Liberty St. This is for all ages. their duties when sent out of the school district. Now therefore, 28th Amendment program
Registration fees are: $70 for birth year 2012 (U7) and old- be it resolved that the Board of Education for the Keystone Local
er; $50 for ages 3-5 (peewee and wild tots); and $25 for Lil’ School District does hereby establish a Service Fund. Such fund American Promise, a non-profit organization 501C, invites
Cats 18 months - under 3. to be set aside as an account within the General Fund, and there the public to join their free workshop about the 28th Amend-
Uniforms are $35 for 2012 and older (if you don’t have one is hereby appropriated for the purpose of said Service Fund the ment to learn what you can do to get big money out of politics!
already). You will need to bring a copy of your child’s birth amount of $20,000. The workshop is on Thursday, February 21, from 6:30-8 p.m.
certificate, a picture of player and payment. Motions also carried for the following: at the North Ridgeville Library, located at 35700 Bainbridge
For additional information, please contact LYSA’s registrar, -to establish the Superintendent committees and representa- Rd., in North Ridgeville. For additional information, contact
Casey Hurst, by text/call at (440) 865-2422 or email JJ4783@ tives with Board members serving in said positions for the 2019 Daisie Reish at (440) 371-4834 / daisie.reish@frontiercom or
aol.com, or visit www.facebook.com/LaGrange-Youth-Soc- calendar year as recommended. Americanpromise.net.
cer-Association. -to adopt the suggested authorizations to allow for efficient
financial management and full execution of duties by the Trea- Legacy Chorus performance
surer/CFO, President and Superintendent.
-to designate The Chronicle-Telegram as the official newspa- Legacy Chorus is an award-winning, acapella show chorus.
per for Keystone Local Schools. They have performed family-friendly musical entertainment in
Our students work hard every day to achieve academic, -to approve the suggested coordinators. and around Lorain County for 43 years. You are very cordially
-to approve retaining the law firms of O’Toole, McLaughlin,
social and personal goals. Today, I would like to recognize Dooley & Pecora, Co. LPA, Squire Patton Boggs LLP, Peters, invited to visit Lake Ridge Legacy Chorus for a night of music
students at all three schools who earned academic accolades Kalail & Markakis Co., LPA, Brickler & Eckler LLP and Lindsay and sisterhood. Come and find out how exciting and fulfilling
during the second grading period. Use the following link to Gingo Law, LLC to provide legal services. singing can be! The event is on Monday, February 18, from
view the students earning this distinction on our website at -to appoint a legal representative of O’Toole, McLaughlin, 7:15- 8:30 p.m.
www.keystonelocalschools.org. Dooley & Pecora, Co. LPA as the Board’s designee (hearing offi- After the event, you are also invited to remain as their guest
Congratulations to our High School girls bowling team for cer) in appeals to student suspensions and expulsions by the Su- at a very special celebration for an extended member of the
earning back-to-back conference championships! Great job to perintendent or designee. LRLC family. The party is from 8:30-10 p.m. with games and
Coach Minnich and his team! The Organizational session adjourned at 5:52 p.m. and moved refreshments. Join them at Elyria Community United Method-
The High School is administering the ACT on Tuesday, Feb to the regular meeting agenda. ist Church (CUMC), located at 680 Abbe Rd. N., in Elyria. For
20. The test will be administered free of charge to all members The agenda, with corrections as presented, was approved. A more info., contact [email protected].
of the Class of 2020. Freshman, sophomore and senior students motion carried to dispense with the reading of the minutes of Keller Scholarship available
that attend KHS will NOT be in attendance at school on Febru- the Regular Meeting on December 17, 2018; the minutes were
ary 20. Please see our website for additional information about distributed, as required by law and, and shall be approved as The Mary Elizabeth Keller Scholarship Fund will award
the ACT and its administration at KHS. presented. one or more scholarships of $1,000-$1,500 to current college
We held our Kindergarten Round-Up meeting on Tuesday Moved by Stang, second by Mezera that the foregoing recom- students who are preparing for a career in the education pro-
of this week. The purpose was to provide parents of 2019-2020 mendations be approved. fession. Any Education major who is seeking Teacher Licen-
-Motion to approve the July 2019 through June 2020 tax bud-
kindergarten students information about enrollment, curricu- get as presented at the Tax Budget Hearing. sure and who will have at least a junior standing by fall 2019
lum, expectations and opportunities for our young Wildcats. -The Treasurer/CFO recommends approval of Then & Now may be eligible. Applicants must either be a graduate of a high
If you were unable to attend, navigate to the KES website @ purchase ordersin accordance with ORC 5705. 41D. school in Lorain County or a current Lorain County resident.
https://www.keystonelocalschools.org/keystone-elementa- -The Treasurer/CFO recommends the following Transfers: Students who will graduate from college in 2020 or 2021 will
ry-school to view a digital version of the presentation. from General Fund to the Employee Benefits-FSA Program be given preference. Academic achievement, need for financial
Lastly, I would like to ask our parents and community mem- Fund, $ 17,500. Motion Carried. assistance, references and written response on the application
bers to consider volunteering at the High School’s Career Day Moved by O’Boyle, second by Wakefield that the foregoing will be used to select the scholarship recipients. Completed ap-
on March 21. Volunteers would represent their business, orga- recommendations be approved. plications must be postmarked by April 1, 2019. Scholarship
nization or profession and provide students with information on The Superintendent recommends granting a continuing con- recipients will be notified by May 1, 2019. Applications are
their specified field. See our website for more information, and tract to the following individuals as they have successfully com- available at www.lorcorta.org. Students with questions or want-
thank you in advance for furthering our students’ knowledge of pleted an 18-month probationary period: Matthew Poling - Bus ing additional information can email the committee at keller@
career fields, vocations and opportunities. Mechanic - effective 1/10/19; Allison Nelson - KES Cleaner - lorcorta.org. Applicants can request an application by sending a
Dan White, Superintendent, Keystone Local School District effective 1/18/19; and Thomas Pfeifer - KHS Cleaner - effective self-addressed stamped envelope to: Keller Scholarship Fund,
(440) 355-2424 [email protected] 1/18/19. c/o Marilyn Bauer, 2312 Montague Ave., Avon, OH 44011.
The Superintendent recommends hiring the following classi-
Keystone BOE meeting fied individual for the position and hourly rate as noted, on an
18-month probationary contract, pending all record checks and
President Pro-Tempore Dennis Walter called the January completion of state and local requirements for the 2018-2019 ALL YOU CAN EAT
7 meeting to order at 5:40 p.m. The Tax Budget Hearing was school year: Sherri Yucka - KES Cafeteria - Step 0 - $11.39/hr. -
held. Board Members in attendance were: Renee Mezera, Car- effective 1/15/19. Pancakes & Sausage
rie O’Boyle, Devin Stang, Patricia Wakefield and Dennis Walter. The Superintendent recommends approving the absence for Brunch
Public persons in attendance were: Daniel White, Michael Resar Patricia Campbell under the Family Medical Leave Act for the
Sr. and Deborah Melda. Those present recited the Pledge of Al- period on or about January 2, 2019 through on or about February
legiance. 2, 2019.Motions carried. Feb. 17, 10-2pm
Dennis Walter was nominated by Renee Mezera for Presi- Moved by Mezera, second by Stang that the foregoing recom-
dent of the Keystone Board of Education. Patricia Wakefield was mendations be approved.
nominated by Devin Stang for Vice President of the Keystone A. It is recommended that the Treasurer/CFO, Michael Re- $
Board of Education. Moved by Renee Mezera, second by Carrie sar Sr., be appointed as public records designee for calendar year Adults 6
O’Boyle to close nominations for Vice President. Motions car- 2019.
$
ried. B. The Superintendent recommends approving an agreement Kids 3
with Innersync Studio, LLC as presented. Motions carried.
Future board meetings at 6 p.m.: Monday, February 25, 2019 Under 6 FREE
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Monday, March 18, 2019 - Regular Meeting (anticipated) - KHS
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SWCD Workgroup meeting - residents are instructed to contact the Sheriffs dept. for ALL
very withdrawn and didn’t violations.
The Lorain Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) seem to care about living •The Grafton-Midview Public Library is utilizing our town
will conduct a Local Workgroup (LWG) meeting on Tuesday, when she was rescued. She hall for quite a few events & programs between now and the
February 19, at 8 a.m., to identify resource concerns, discuss was fully vetted and went end of April. Please check our website calendar for those
conservation priorities and develop potential solutions. The to a foster home where she events and contact the library for any questions.
meeting will take place at the Agricultural Center, located at thrived. She was then adopt- •Veterans (living or deceased) in Eaton Township (for at
42110 Russia Rd., in Elyria, in the large meeting room. ed, but the other cats in the least 1 year of their life) that would like their name to be en-
While Local Group membership is limited to Federal, home made her uneasy so she graved on our Veterans Memorial Wall/Bench should contact
State, County, Tribal or local government representatives who was returned. Callie is a lov- the town hall at (440) 748-2236. Cost is $50.
are familiar with agriculture and natural resources interests, ing cat and has regained the Location for all is 12043 Avon Belden Rd..
the meeting is open to the general public, who are invited to will to live. She loves to be -Tuesday, February 12, at 7 p.m. BZA hearing.
participate and provide input on local conservation issues and petted. Callie should go to a -Thursday, February 14 - Happy Valentines Day!
resource challenges. LWGs support locally led conservation Callie home without any other cats -Monday, February 18 - Office Closed all day for Presidents
efforts by coordinating USDA programs with other conserva- Callie is a 2-year old fe- and probably no small chil- Day.
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addressing natural resource concerns. weighs 10 lbs., is spayed and has the beautiful markings of bi-monthly meeting.
For more information, contact Derrick Harmon, District all caught up on her Vaccina- a typical Calico cat.
Conservationist with NRCS, at the Lorain SWCD office at tions. Callie has a heartbreak- If you would like to meet
(440) 323-5648, ext. 3. ing story. She was kept in a Callie, call Peggy with Hart-
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raffles and door prizes. them at 440-748-2236 (must be an Eaton Twp. Resident).
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Page 12, RURAL-URBAN RECORD, February 11, 2019 Local student named National
Grafton NEWS Scholarship candidate early to help determine set up needs. This program will take
place at the Eaton Township Hall
Ann McDonald 440-926-2774 Adult Social Hour: Galentines Day - Wednesday, February
[email protected] senior, has been named one 13, at 11:30 a.m. Galentine’s Day, made famous by the sitcom
of more than 4,500 candi- Parks & Recreation, is a day to celebrate the special women
in your life, so bring your favorite gals and enjoy card making
State of the Village Address dates in the 2019 U.S. Pres- along with some candy treats This program meets at the Eaton
idential Scholars Program.
The candidates were select- Township Hall.
The Kiwanis Club of Midview is hosting the Village of Graf- Inspirational Book Club - Wednesday, February 13, at
ton’s State of the Village Address on Monday morning, March ed from nearly 3.6 million noon. Join facilitator Peggy Wyar for a lively discussion of a
4, from 7:30-9:30 a.m. in the Grafton VFW Hall, located at 783 students expected to grad- different inspiring book each month. Books are available for
Huron Street. Tickets are $10 and include breakfast. Breakfast uate from American high pick up from the library approximately one month prior to
will be served at 7:30 a.m. with the program beginning at 8 a.m. schools in the year 2019. the meeting. Please call the library for more information or to
The keynote speaker will be Grafton Mayor David DiVencen- Candidates are chosen from check on book availability. February’s title is For Love and
zo. Other speakers will include: Grafton Village Administrator high SAT and ACT test re- Honor, by Judy Hedlund. This group meets at the Our Lady
- Joe Price, Midview Schools Superintendent - Dr. Bruce Will- sults and qualifying infor- Queen of Peace Parish Hall.
ingham and Grafton-Midview Public Library Director - Adele mation on the test registra- Anime and Manga Society - Wednesday, February 13, at
Infante. For ticket information, contact Melissa Janowski at tion. School and community 3:30 p.m. Join the Anime and Manga Society as we watch An-
(440) 420-8885 or Celeste Brlas at (440) 315-2590. involvement are also consid- ime, draw Manga, participate in Japan themed activities and
ered. Only 600 students will have Japan themed snacks and drinks. Please register early to
help us determine the amount of snacks needed. This program
Grafton Village Council be chosen as semifinalists will be held in the Eaton Township Hall.
in early April. Finalists will
Maxwell Menner
be notified in May. Menner Writers Bloc - Tuesday, February 19, at 3:30 p.m. Do you
Maxwell Menner, an is the son of Andy & Laurie want to learn about the craft of writing? In this group, we will
The Grafton Village Council met on Feb. 5 in a regular ses- Elyria Catholic High School Menner of Amherst. provide constructive feedback on each other’s works, partici-
sion. The Police Chief had given council members his depart- pate in different writing exercises and discuss short stories and
ment’s incident report for February. The Fire Chief also gave essays. We welcome all levels of writers and all genres. This
his report - currently, there are 20 volunteer members in the program is held in the library’s community room.
fire department; the Chief would like to have a roster of 30 Horror Book Club - Thursday, February 21, at 6:30 p.m.
members. All fire department vehicles have had maintenance Please join us for our new bi-monthly horror book discussion.
inspections. Hose, pump and other annual inspections are being At Midview, a major focus for this school year has been The first book we will be reading is Bird Box, by Josh Male-
scheduled. The reinstatement of a former firefighter was then working on the district’s next strategic plan. I would like to man. Copies of the book are currently available at the library.
approved. thank everyone who has been a part of this process so far. Your Please pick one up at the front desk. The club will beet in the
Council discussed several ongoing projects. They approved insight has been invaluable as we work to move Midview for- Doris Wildenheim Local History Room on the second floor of
the hiring of Workman Industrial Services, Inc. for the waste- ward. We held a full-day strategic planning retreat on Feb. 4. It the library. Please call the library for more information or to
water treatment plant improvement project at a cost of approx- was a positive meeting. We are working on compiling all of the check on book availability. Light refreshments will be served.
imately $1,215,500. The Ohio company was chosen from eight information and will continue to build the plan. The strategic InbeTWEENers - Thursday. February 21, at 6:30 p.m. How
bidders. The improvement project has been in process for 2 plan will be completed this spring and presented to the commu- many rubber bands are needed to make a bungee jump cord for
years. Council also approved the purchase of electric materials nity at the State of the Schools presentation. a Barbie? What exactly is in fizzy moon sand? Is it possible to
for the east sub station. The materials will be used to receive On Monday, February 11, I invite you to attend the Midview build an unsinkable boat with material you already have around
power from the new solar farm. Anticipating a future project at Middle School Choir Concert at 7 p.m. your house? Discover the answers to these question and more
the current five points intersection in the village, Council decid- For our elementary school parents, North and West Elemen- at this monthly program especially for ages 8-12. Each month
ed to add a change to the current Chestnut Street improvement taries will hold Parent-Teacher Conferences from 4-7:30 p.m. we will do some building, brainstorming, bonding and have a
plan. Chestnut Street is one of the streets at the intersection. If you would like to set up an appointment, please contact your snack. The programs will be held at the Eaton township Hall
The change will prevent the deconstruction of a portion of the child’s building. I Love Flowers Series - Thursday, February 21, at 6:30
improvements being made this year, if the five points project As a reminder, there is no school on Monday, February 18, p.m. Calling all gardeners, wannabe gardeners and crafters
is done. It is also anticipated to cost less as part of this im- in honor of Presidents’ Day. for a 3-part series with floral expert Carol Mole. On this day,
provement project than as a stand alone project in the future. Have a great week! learn what flowers to grow, when to plant them and how to care
The Chestnut Street improvement project is currently out for Dr. Bruce Willingham, Superintendent (440) 748-5353 for them. On July 11, share photos of your garden’s progress
bids. The bid deadline will be extended 2 days to account for and ask Carol your most pressing question. On September 12,
the change. Grafton-Midview Library bring your cut flowers and make a beautifully arranged wreath.
In other business, council voted to continue participation Please note that you must wait to register for the July and Sep-
in the Lorain County Emergency Notification System. Budget For more information or to register for programs, stop in tember sessions. This program is being held at the Grafton
meetings were scheduled for February 26 and March 12 at 6:30 the library at 983 Main Street, call (440) 926-3317 or log onto Township Hall.
p.m. each session. The next regular meeting for the council will www.gmplibrary.org. Registration is required for most pro- Treasure Island presented by Great Lakes Theater - Sat-
be on Tuesday evening, February 19, at 7:30 p.m. in council grams. urday, February 23, at 2 p.m. What is the price of adventure?
chambers. The Grafton-Midview Library is 75 years old. The librarians Venture out on the high seas with young Jim Hawkins as he
are celebrating by bringing their programs out into the commu- searches for the lost treasure of Captain Flint. A brave band of
actors embraces clowning slapstick puppetry and music in the
Karen A. Kramer, D.D.S. nities they serve. Please note the location of each program. If greatest pirate story ever told. Recommended for children ages
driving directions are needed, call the library at 926-3317.
Andrew Deak, D.M.D, M.D. GMPL Presents… The Oscars - February 2-23. Pick up a 6 and up. This program will be held at the Carlisle Township
Hall.
420 N. Main St., Grafton ballot at the Customer Service or Information desk and return some time completing a LEGO brick challenge or just come
Block Party - Tuesday, February 26, at 6:30 p.m. Spend
it before Saturday, Feb. 23. Predict the most winners and you
could take home a $20 gift card. The Oscars air on Sunday,
Emergencies Feb. 24. and build something on your own, The library will supply all
the LEGO bricks you need. This program will take place at the
AARP Tax Aide Registration - AARP Tax Aide volunteers
Welcomed! assist patrons with no-cost tax preparation. AARP volunteers Eaton Township Hall.
will help everyone, but specialize in helping seniors. Appoint-
GRAFTON NEWS CONTINUED ON PAGE 15
ments are required and made in person or by phone (no online
Same-day Denture appointments). Tax preparation will take place at Eaton Town-
Repairs Available ship Hall. KRAG J. CHURCHILL, DDS
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SATURDAY APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE play Magic. The gathering is with other teens and will meet the ~NEW PATIENTS WELCOME~
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OFF, 35 yrs experience. www.
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pointment at 440-213-7527. 647-4374, cell 440-935-4778 J. A. KILBY ENT.
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LAWN & GARDEN Concrete • Masonry
FOR RENT Stamped Concrete
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$600 +security, downstairs. trimming, root feeding and
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cutting straight alfalfa hay.
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nd
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NOTICE TAXES Grafton Twp. NEWS


Ann McDonald 440-926-2774
[email protected]
Lung Cancer? Income Tax Returns
Asbestos exposure in industrial, PARKWOOD Public Zoning meeting
construction, manufacturing jobs, or the TAX SERVICE
The Grafton Township Zoning Commission will hold a
military may be the cause. Family in Contact Bobbie, Email: [email protected] public zoning meeting at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, February 19. at
the home were also exposed. 440-236-5449 or 216-403-9707(cell) the Grafton Township Hall, located at 17109 Avon-Belden Rd.
Call 1-866-795-3684 or email Roberta Duktig, AFSP The Zoning Commission will be reviewing the existing fencing
[email protected]. “The IRS does not endorse any particular individual tax return preparer. regulations and discussing other issues and concerns as they
come up.
$30 billion is set aside for asbestos For more information on tax return preparers, go to IRS.gov.”
victims with cancer. Valuable settlement GRAFTON NEWS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 12
monies may not require filing a lawsuit. TREE SERVICE MHS Guidance news

The ACT Test is Apr. 13, with a registration deadline of
PAINTING Mar. 8 and late registration until Mar. 25.

27. The SAT Test is Mar. 9, with late registration now until Feb.
The following scholarship information & scholarships are
MILUM PAINTING Jason E. Davis available in the Student Services Office or online:
Interior/Exterior -Complete Crane Service- UAW Local 1216 Scholarship - They are sponsoring two
Drywall Install/Repair “No Tree Too Big or Too Small!” scholarships, an “at-large” scholarship, which will be drawn at
random for 4500, and an essay-based scholarship for $1,000.
FREE ESTIMATES Tree/Stump Removal Applicants must be a graduating senior who is a child, step-
440-309-5938 Tree Trimming, Firewood child, grandchild or legal dependent of a Local 1216 member
“FREE ESTIMATES” or 1216 retiree, and have at least a 2.5 GPA. Deadline is Feb-
Bonded & Insured ruary 20.
PLUMBING Ph: 440-452-4840 email: [email protected] is available to graduating seniors from Lorain County high
812 Bond Street, Elyria 44035
2019 Wayne Ross Scholarship - This $500 scholarship
schools pursuing a degree in education and entering their
freshman year of college in 2019 as a full-time student. Appli-
J.A. Kilby Plumbing WATERPROOFING cants should also rank in the top one-third of their class aca-
demically and be from families in need of financial assistance.
Residential & Commercial Plumbing Services Deadline is April 5.
Sigma Phi Epsilon Balanced Man Scholarship - The pur-
Kitchen and Bathroom Remodeling and Additions J. A. KILBY ENT. pose of this scholarship is to reward men who exemplify the
qualities of a Sound Mind and a Sound Body - ideals essen-
CAD Design & Visual Renderings Available “Stop the water before it stops you!” tial to leading a balanced life. This particular scholarship is
•New Work •Replacement •Repairs •Full Foundation Waterproofing •Wall Straightening, sponsored through the Cleveland State Chapter of Sigma Phi
•Sewer & Waterline Excavation & Installation Replacement and Repairs •Full Plumbing Services Epsilon. You do not have to join the fraternity to be eligible.
•Yard Drainage Systems •Concrete Replacement
•Camera Inspections •Abandoned Wells Capped 440-327-3433 Applicants must be male and planning to attend CSU in the
fall of 2019-2020 and have a 3.0 GPA. Deadline is August 15.
440-327-3433 • www.jakilby.com Fields of Learning Scholarship - This essay contest is open
State License/Insured • 24/7 Emergency Response to all high school students. They will be awarding 5-$1,000
scholarships this year. Essays should be 700-1500 words on
the topic “Something I learned related to high school foot-
SERVICES: ball.” This is not limited to football players. Deadline is March
31.
•Plumbing Repairs
•Sewer & Drain Cleaning The Senior Homes.com Caregiver Scholarship - This
•Electronic Locating $1,000 scholarship is intended for students who are passion-
•Video Camera Inspection CONCRETE CRACK INJECTION ate about helping seniors live healthy lives and are pursuing
440-324-4321 •Sewer Excavation SPECIALIZING IN SEALING POURED careers in senior care. Applicants must be actively enrolled in
30 Years Experience Personal Plumber Service Corp. BASEMENT WALL CRACKS or accepted to attend a U.S. college or university and pursu-
ing a career in senior care. Students may apply at: https://
24 HOUR EMERGENCY OFF ~ OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE ~ www.caring.com/caregivers/scholarships-for-student-care-
SERVICE $25 givers#the-caring-com-scholarship. The deadline for the 2019
OH LIC #21372 Any Service JOE MINARCHICK (440) 785-4036 scholarship has not been released yet.
Medical Mutual of Ohio Scholarship - Through this pro-
Expires 2/28/19. Not valid with any other offer. gram, graduating seniors from school districts that carry Med-
www.valurooter.com RAM-CON LLC ical Mutual Insurance throughout the state are eligible to apply
Basement Waterproofing online for a one-time $500 scholarship towards college tuition.
Storm Water Drainage Students may apply online at https://cfprograms.smapply.io/
ROOFING Sewer Lines - Water Lines prog/medmutual. Students will need the following to apply: A
1-page essay describing the student’s major choice and what
Full Service Excavation
440-935-7842 receiving a scholarship would mean to the student, a current
FREE ESTIMATES!!! official transcript and their student aid report (SAR) from FAF-
RELIABLE ROOFING SA. Deadline is April 1 at 5 p.m.
Educational Office Professionals of Ohio Scholarship
Free Estimates for All Roof and Ventilation Needs WATER WELLS - This $1,000 scholarship is open to all Ohio residents who
Tear-offs •Re-roofs • Repairs • Stain Removal attend Ohio high schools or colleges and will be attending a
Offi ce: 440-236-4001 • www.reliableroofingohio.com post-secondary institution during the 2019-2020 academic
Licensed • Bonded • Insured • Jason Jakubisin, Owner year planning to pursue an office-related career. Deadline is
ART’S WATER SYSTEMS February 15.
Abbott & Fenner Scholarship - This $1,000 scholarship is
BENEDICT ROOFING available to juniors and seniors. To apply for this scholarship,
Family Business for Three Generations SERVICE • SALES • INSTALLATIONS you will need to write a 500-1000 word essay on the following
topic: Describe your educational career and life goals. Explain
RE-ROOFS • TEAR-OFFS • TUNE-UPS SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS • JET PUMPS your plan for achieving these goals. Include your degree/ma-
Bob 440-238-6485 • Chris 440-238-5949 FILTERS • CHLORINATORS jor, why you selected it and how this degree/major will help
Licensed • Insured • Free Estimates SOFTENERS • TANKS • SUMP you achieve your goals. Students may apply online at http://
www.benedictroofing.com
PUMPS • WATER RELATED www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm Deadline to ap-
ply is June 14.
All Seasons Roofing MATERIALS • WELL ABANDONMENT Ohio PTA Memorial Scholarships - Ohio PTA is offering
Tear-Offs, Roof Cleaning, graduating seniors the opportunity to apply for an Academ-
Slates, Chimney Mason, KEVIN BOLDEN 440-322-2987 ic, Technical or Special Education Scholarship of $500. The
Siding & Gutter Cleaning & Repairs awards will be based on scholastic achievement, school in-
Repairs from $75 volvement, leadership qualifications and special family cir-
440-748-3259 Casey Williamson cumstances. Applications can be either picked up in student
services or online at www.ohiopta.org under the programs tab.
Students can fill out the application, print it and mail it along
TAXES with their letter of recommendation and transcripts. Deadline
is March 1.
Ohio-Michigan Association of Career Colleges and
Schools - The 2019 LEADS! Scholarship program is for Ohio
Edward J. Stephnicka Franklin Tax and Michigan graduating high school seniors. There are many
scholarships in this program and seniors can apply for up to 3
EA,CPA & Accounting of them. Students must have at least a “C” average to apply
Service
INCOME TAX Personal & and must be nominated by a local civic or community leader.
All information is on the website at www.omaccs.org under
PREPARATION Business Taxes the scholarship link, including the booklet, as well as the appli-
ELECTRONIC FILING cation and nomination forms. Deadline is April 12.
Many Other Financial Other scholarships are still currently available in your
Services Available Guidance Office.
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Forrest Franklin CPA Make your small business
440-748-3624 for Appointment
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